Sony Dav Dz555m Operating Instructions

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Getting Started – BASIC –
 If you want to change any of the settings, see “Using 
the Setup Display” (page 76).
To recall the Quick Setup display
1Press   DISPLAY when the system is in 
stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears.
2Press X/x to select   [SETUP], then 
press .
The options for [SETUP] appear.
3Press X/x to select [QUICK], then press  .
The Quick Setup display appears.
1 2 ( 
2 7 )
QUICK
QUICK
RESET
DVD VIDEO
BNR
T       0 : 0 0 : 0 21 8 ( 
3 4 )
CUSTOM
 
						

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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.
Note When you press "/1 on the unit, the demonstration 
does not turn off.
 When you set the demonstration mode in the system 
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. When the 
demonstration mode is set to off, the system saves 
power in standby mode.
 If the system is at its factory default settings (ex. after 
performing “COLD RESET” (page 84)), you can turn 
off the demonstration simply by pressing "/1 on the 
remote. Otherwise, to stop the demonstration, you 
need to set “DEMO” to “DEMO OFF.”
Setting the demonstration 
mode to on/off
1Press SYSTEM MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “DEMO” 
appears in the front panel display, then 
press  or c.
3Press X/x to select a setting.
The default setting is underlined.
 “DEMO ON”
: sets the demonstration 
mode to on.
 “DEMO OFF”: sets the demonstration 
mode to off.
4Press .
The setting is made.
5Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Getting Started – ADVANCED –
Turning off the 
Demonstration
SYSTEM 
MENU "/1
X/x/c, 
 
						

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You can use the speakers by installing on the 
wall.
Installing the speakers on a 
wall
1Prepare screws (not supplied) that are 
suitable for the hole on the back of 
each speaker. See the illustrations 
below.
2Fasten the screws to the wall.
For the center speakerFor the front speakers
For the other speakers
3Hang the speakers on the screws.
Note 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 and fasten them 
to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat 
wall where reinforcement is applied.
 Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall 
material or screws to be used.
 Sony is not responsible for accident or damage 
caused by improper installation, insufficient wall 
strength or improper screw installation, natural 
calamity, etc.
Installing the Speakers on 
a Wall
30 mm (1 3/16 inches)4 mm (
5/32 inch)
Hole on the back of 
the speaker 4.6 mm 
(
3/16 inch)
10 mm
(
13/32 inch)
7 to 9 mm
(9/32 to 3/8 inch)
160 mm
(6 5/16 inches)
6 to 9 mm
(1/4 to 3/8 inch)
100 mm
 (3 15/16 inches)
6 to 9 mm
(1/4 to 3/8 inch)
4.6 mm 
(3/16 inch)
10 mm
(
13/32 inch)
Rear of speaker
 
						

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Sends the played back DVD image to the connected TV.
Check the jacks of your TV, and choose connection method A, B, C, or D. Picture quality improves 
in order from A (standard) to D (HDMI).
* HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)
The system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
HDMI Licensing LLC.
Connecting the TV (Advanced)
Y
PB/CB
PR/CR
VIDEO
INS VIDEO
IN
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)
YPB/CBPR/CR
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)S VIDEO
TV with COMPONENT 
VIDEO IN jacksTV with VIDEO IN jack TV with S VIDEO IN jack
A B C
To 
S VIDEOTo VIDEO
To COMPONENT 
VIDEO OUT  TV with HDMI* IN jack
D
To HDMI* OUT
:Signal flow
 
						

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A To connect to a TV with the VIDEO IN jack
Connect the video cord..
B To connect to a TV with the S VIDEO IN jack
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). To use the S video jack instead of the video jack, your TV 
monitor must also be connected via an S video jack. S video signals are on a separate bus from the video 
signals and will not be output through the video jack.
C To connect 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) instead of the video jack, your TV monitor must be equipped with via COMPONENT 
VIDEO IN jacks (Y, P
B/CB, 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 26).
D To connect to a TV with the HDMI (high-definition multimedia 
interface)/DVI (digital visual interface) IN jack
Use a certified HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) cord (not supplied) to enjoy high quality 
digital picture and sound through the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack.
To connect to a TV with DVI (digital visual interface) input 
Use an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) converter cord (not 
supplied) with an HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface)-DVI (digital visual interface) adaptor 
(not supplied). The DVI (digital visual interface) jack will not accept any audio signals. Furthermore, 
you cannot connect the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack to DVI (digital 
visual interface) jacks that are not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) compliant (e.g., 
DVI (digital visual interface) jacks on the computer displays).
To select the type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT (high-
definition multimedia interface out) jack
When you connect the unit and the TV with the HDMI cord, selects the type of video signals output 
from the HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface out) jack. 
For details, refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV/projector, etc.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2Press VIDEO FORMAT.
The current type of video signals appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press VIDEO FORMAT, the display changes as follows:
Yellow
Green
Blue
Red
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 “720 × 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 78.
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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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 25).
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
 
						

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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.
*CAUTION
Please do not remove the screws before installing the WAHT-SD1.
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 connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
Connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied) to the DMPORT jack. For details of the 
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter” (page 67).
Connecting Other Components
RAUDIO
OUT
L
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)
YPB/CBPR/CR
VIDEO
(DVD ONLY)S VIDEO
VCR, digital satellite receiver 
or PlayStation, etc.To TV/VIDEO 
(AUDIO IN)
:Signal flow DIR-TC1 slot for 
the WAHT-SD1 Screws*DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT adapter
To DMPORT jack
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
 
						

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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.”
Wireless system option
When you install the WAHT-SD1 (not supplied) in the DIR-TC1 slot, you can enjoy wireless 
performance by transmission of the sound to the surround speakers. For details, see the operating 
instructions of the WAHT-SD1.
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.
 
						

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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 80), 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)