Sony Dav Dz555m Operating Instructions

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4Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.
Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # 
to #.
5Attach the post to the base.
Insert the post so that the slit on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base, 
then secure the post with the 2 screws.
Note Make sure that the slot on the post aligns with the projection of the base by rotating the post slightly.
Rear of the speakerColor tube
Front speaker (L): White
Front speaker (R): Red
BasePost
,
Slit 
Screws 
(small, silver) Projection
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6Adjust the height of the speaker.
Loosen (but do not remove) the screws, adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the screws.
Adjust the speaker of one side, then adjust another speaker by checking lines as a guide.
Note When adjusting the height of the speaker, grasp the speaker so that the speaker does not fall. 
7Take up any speaker cord slack.
Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base.
Lines
Loosen 2 screws.
,
Post
In addition to the screws 
secured in Step 3, secure 
2 more screws. (Secure 4 
screws in total.)
Adjust the length of the cord. Secure the speaker cord by 
running it through the slot.
 
						

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Fully-assembled illustration
White
Red Front speaker (L): 
White labelFront speaker (R): 
Red label
 
						

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The following is the basic connection of the unit to the speakers and TV. For other TV connections, see 
page 24. For other component connection, see page 28. 
To accept progressive signals, see page 26.
Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the 
following pages.
Step 2: Connecting the System and TV
RAUDIO
OUT
L
VIDEO
IN
COAXIALAMFM75
(DVD ONLY)OUT
DMPORTDIR-TC1
FRONT R
CENTER WOOFERFRONT L SUR R SUR LSPEAKER
SPEAKER
TV / 
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
RLAUDIO IN
(DVD ONLY)VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)S VIDEOYPB/CBPR/CR
AM loop antenna (aerial)
Subwoofer AC power cord (mains lead)
FM wire antenna 
(aerial)
TV Front speaker (R)
Center speakerFront speaker (L)
Surround speaker (R)Surround speaker (L)
A
B
:Signal flow
 
						

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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 83.
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.
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2 Connecting the TV
Required cords
A Video cord.
B Audio cord (not supplied)
Tip 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 34).
3 Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)
To connect the AM loop antenna (aerial)
The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle 
or roll up the antenna (aerial).
1Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand.
2Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).
3Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to either terminal.
Note Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the unit or other AV equipment, as noise may result.
Tip Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound.
4Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly.
Yellow
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
ABInsert until this 
part. Insert the cord pushing 
down the terminal clamp.
 
						

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To connect the FM wire antenna (aerial)
Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the COAXIAL FM 75 Ω  jack.
Note Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
 After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Tip If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM 
antenna (aerial) as shown below.
4 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of this unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect the 
speakers to the unit.
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jackorFM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
COAXIAL FM 75 Ω jack
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) Unit
 
						

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Positioning the speakers
For the best possible surround sound, all the 
speakers other than the subwoofer should be 
placed at 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 (3 to 23 ft) (A) from the listening 
position.
Place speakers as illustrated below.
Note Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
 Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
 Use caution when placing the speakers and/or 
speaker stands that are attached with the speakers on 
a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, 
as staining or discoloration may result.
 When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning 
cloth for glasses.
 Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring 
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker 
may fall down.
Tip When you change the positions of the speakers, it is 
recommended that you change the settings. For 
details, see “Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a 
Room” (page 72) and “Calibrating the Appropriate 
Settings Automatically” (page 74).
Step 3: Positioning the 
System
 
						

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Follow the steps below to make the minimum 
number of basic adjustments for using the 
system.
1Turn on the TV.
2Press [/1.
Note Make sure that the function is set to “DVD” 
(page 30).
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 TV screen. If 
this message does not appear, recall the 
Quick Setup display (page 21) and perform 
again.
4Press   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.
6Press .
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 wide-screen TV or a 4:3 
standard TV with a wide-screen mode
[16:9] (page 78)
xIf you have a 4:3 standard TV
[4:3 LETTER BOX] or [4:3 PAN SCAN] 
(page 78)
8Press .
The Setup Display for selecting the speaker 
formation appears.
9Press C/c to select the speaker 
formation image as the speakers are 
actually positioned.
For details, see “Getting Optimal Surround 
Sound for a Room” (page 72).
Step 4: Performing the 
Quick Setup
"/1
 
DISPLAY
C/X/x/c, 
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:
PORTUGUESEFRENCH ENGLISH
ENGLISH
SPANISH
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
FULL
SCREEN SAVER: YCBCR/RGB (HDMI):
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:
16:9
4:3 PAN SCAN 4:3 LETTER BOX16:9
SPEAKER FORMATION
STANDARD
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Note When the wireless kit WAHT-SD1 (not 
supplied) is installed, [STANDARD 
(WIRELESS)] appears instead.
10Press .
11Connect the calibration mic to the 
A.CAL MIC jack on the front panel and 
press X/x to select [YES].
Set up the calibration mic at the 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. Be quiet during the measurement.
12Press .
Auto Calibration starts.
Note Loud test sound is output when [AUTO 
CALIBRATION] starts. You cannot turn the 
volume down. Give consideration to children 
and neighbor.
 Avoid being in the measurement area and 
making noise during the measurement (which 
takes about 3 minutes), as it may interfere with 
measurement.
13Unplug the calibration mic and press C/
c to select [YES].
Note The environment of the room in which the 
system is installed may affect measurements.
 If measurement fails, follow the message then 
retry [AUTO CALIBRATION].
 When you select [SECOND ROOM] for 
[SPEAKER FORMATION], measurement of 
[SURROUND L] and [SURROUND R] is not 
displayed.
14Press .
Quick Setup is finished. All connections 
and setup operations are complete.
To quit the Quick Setup
Press   DISPLAY in any Step.
Tip If you change the position of the speakers, reset the 
speaker settings. See “Getting Optimal Surround 
Sound for a Room” (page 72) and “Calibrating the 
Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 74).
AUDIO IN / MIC 1 /
A.CAL MIC
Calibration mic
Connect calibration mic. Start
measurement?
YES
AUTO CALIBRATION
NO
FRONT L :
FRONT R :
CENTER  :
SUBWOOFER :
SURROUND L :
SURROUND R :
If OK, unplug calibration mic and select
“YES”.
YES
YES
YES
NONE
YES
NONE
NONE Measurement complete.
NO