Sony Dav F200 Operating Instructions

							Other Operation
81GB
Enjoying the Sound at 
Low Volume
You can enjoy sound effects or dialogue, as you 
would in a movie theater, even at low volume. It 
is useful for watching movies at night.
Press NIGHT.
“NIGHT ON” appears in the front panel display 
and the sound effect is activated.
To turn off the sound effect
Press NIGHT again.
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the system to turn off at a preset 
time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. 
You can preset the time in 10 minutes 
decrements.
Press SLEEP.
Each time you press this button, the minute 
display (the remaining time) changes in the front 
panel display as follows:
When you set the sleep timer, “SLEEP” lights 
up in the front panel display.
To check the remaining time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the remaining time
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired 
time.
To cancel the sleep timer 
function
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP  OFF” 
appears in the front panel display.
NIGHT
SLEEP
SLEEP OFF t SLEEP 90M t SLEEP 80M
Rr
SLEEP 10M ..... SLEEP 60M T SLEEP 70M
 
						

							82GB
Changing the Brightness 
of the Front Panel 
Display and Illumination
The brightness of the front panel display and 
illumination can be set to either of 2 levels.
Press DIMMER until the desired mode 
appears in the front panel display.
 “DIMMER OFF”: Bright.
 “DIMMER ON”: Dark.You can change the displayed information in the 
front panel display.
1Press SYSTEM MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “INFO 
MODE” appears in the front panel 
display, then press   or c.
3Press X/x to select a setting.
 “STANDARD”: displays information 
fully such as the kind of disc, track 
number, repeat mode information, radio 
frequency, etc., for the selected function. 
For details of the displayed information, 
see “Front panel display” (page 107).
 “SIMPLE”: displays the selected function 
name only.
4Press .
The setting is made.
5Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
DIMMER
Changing the Display 
Mode
(INFORMATION MODE) 
SYSTEM 
MENU X/x/c, 
 
						

							Other Operation
83GB
You can set the type of illumination for the front 
panel.
1Press SYSTEM MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “ILLUM 
MODE” appears in the front panel 
display, then press   or 
c.
3Press X/x to select a setting.
: turns on the illumination at all 
times.
 “OFF”: turns on the illumination for 10 
seconds when you press a button (except 
the \/1 button) on the front panel.
4Press .
The setting is made.
5Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Viewing Information 
About the Disc
     
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY while playing 
the disc, the display changes: 
1 t 2 t ... t 1 t ...
Some displayed items may disappear after a few 
seconds.
xDVD VIDEO/DVD-VR
1 Playing time of the current title
2 Remaining time of the current title
3 Playing time of the current chapter
4 Remaining time of the current chapter
5 Disc name
6 Title and chapter
xVIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/CD
1 Playing time of the current track
2 Remaining time of the current track
3 Playing time of the disc
4 Remaining time of the disc
5 Track name
Illuminating the Front 
Panel Buttons
(ILLUMINATION MODE) 
SYSTEM 
MENU X/x/c, 
Viewing the playing time and 
remaining time in the front 
panel display
DISPLAY
 
						

							84GB
6 Track and index** VIDEO CD only.
xSuper VCD
1 Playing time of the current track
2 Track text
3 Track and index number
xDATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 file)
1 Playing time and current track number
2 Track (file) name*
* If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will 
display a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 
tag information.
The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3.
ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority 
when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are 
used for a single MP3 file.
xDATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA DVD 
(DivX video file)
1 Playing time of the current file
2 Current file name
3 Current album and file number
Note The system can only display the first level of the 
DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or title.
 If a file name of the MP3 file cannot be displayed, “*” 
will appear in the front panel display instead.
 The disc name or track name may not be displayed 
depending on the text.
 Playing time of MP3 files and DivX video files may 
not be displayed correctly.
Tip When the system is playing a VIDEO CD with PBC 
functions, the playing time is displayed.
1Press DISPLAY during playback.
The following display appears on the TV 
screen.
2Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change 
the time information.
The display and the kinds of time that you 
can check depend on the disc you are 
playing.
xDVD VIDEO/DVD-VR
 T **:**:**
Playing time of the current title
 T-**:**:**
Remaining time of the current title
 C **:**:**
Playing time of the current chapter
 C-**:**:**
Remaining time of the current chapter
xVIDEO CD (with PBC functions)
 **:**
Playing time of the current scene
Viewing the playing time and 
remaining time on the TV 
screen
DISPLAY
T  1: 01: 40
Time information
 
						

							Other Operation
85GB
xVIDEO CD (without PBC functions)/
CD
 T **:**
Playing time of the current track
 T-**:**
Remaining time of the current track
 D **:**
Playing time of the current disc
 D-**:**
Remaining time of the current disc
xDATA CD (MP3 file)/DATA DVD (MP3 
file)
 T **:**
Playing time of the current track
xDATA CD (DivX video file)/DATA 
DVD (DivX video file)
 **:**:**
Playing time of the current file
Note Characters/marks may not be displayed in some 
languages.
 Depending on the type of disc being played, the 
system can only display a limited number of 
characters. Also, depending on the disc, not all text 
characters will be displayed.
To check DVD/CD text
Press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback to 
display text recorded in the DVD/CD.
The DVD/CD text appears only when text is 
recorded in the disc. You cannot change the text. 
If the disc does not contain text, “NO TEXT” 
appears.
To check DATA CD/DATA DVD 
(MP3 file/DivX video file) text
By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files 
or DivX video files on a DATA CD/DATA 
DVD, you can display the name of the folder/
MP3 file/DivX video file, and the audio bit rate 
(the amount of data per second of the current 
audio) on the TV screen.
* Appears when:
– playing an MP3 file on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
– playing a DivX video file that contains MP3 audio 
signals on a DATA CD/DATA DVD.
** If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will 
display a folder name/track (file) name from the ID3 
tag information.
The system can support ID3 ver 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3.
ID3 ver 2.2/2.3 tag information display has priority 
when both ID3 ver 1.0/1.1 and ver 2.2/2.3 tags are 
used for a single MP3 file.
Checking the play information 
of the disc
DISPLAY
Dvorak/Tchaikovsky /NedPho/Kreizberg
Adagio - Allegro molto
T     0: 13 192k MP3
2002_Remixes
Soul_Survivor_rap_version
Bit rate*
Folder name**MP3 File**/DivX video file 
name
 
						

							86GB
You can check the date information during 
playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the 
JPEG image file.
Press   DISPLAY twice during playback.
The Control Menu display appears on the TV 
screen.
* “Exchangeable Image File Format” is a digital 
camera image format defined by the Japan 
Electronics and Information Technology Industries 
Association (JEITA).
Tip Date information is [DD/MM/YYYY].
DD: Day
MM: Month
YYYY: Year
 Date information varies depending on the area.
Controlling the TV with 
the Supplied Remote
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control 
your TV with the supplied remote.
Note When you replace the batteries of the remote, the 
code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) 
setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your 
TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table) 
using the number buttons. Then release TV 
[/1.
If you successfully set the manufacturer’s code, 
the TV button flashes twice slowly. If the setting 
is unsuccessful, the TV button flashes five times 
quickly.
Checking the date information 
of JPEG image file 
 
DISPLAY
DATA CD JPEG  10(  15)    5(    8)
 18/9/2002
Date information
Preparing the remote for 
controlling the TV
TV "/1
 
						

							Other Operation
87GB
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try 
entering them one at a time until you find the 
code that works with your TV.
TV
CATV
You can control the TV using the following 
buttons. To use these buttons (other than 
THEATER/THEATRE and TV [/1), set the 
remote to the TV mode by pressing TV so that 
TV lights up for 1 second.
To exit the TV mode, press TV so that the TV 
flashes four times.
Some buttons may not be supported depending 
on the area.
Note During the TV mode, if you press any of the 
following buttons, TV lights up. (Depending on the 
manufacturer setting, some buttons may not work, 
and TV does not light up.)
 When you press other than the following buttons 
during the remote is in the TV mode, TV flashes four 
times and the remote exits the TV mode 
automatically.
 Depending on the TV, you may not be able to control 
your TV or to use some of the buttons.
Manufacturer Code number
SONY 501 (default)
AIWA 501
AKAI 503
DAEWOO 503, 506, 515, 544
FISHER 508, 545
GE 503, 509, 510, 544
GOLDSTAR/LG 503, 515, 517, 544, 568
GRUNDIG 533
HITACHI 503, 514, 515, 517, 544, 557, 
571
ITT 521, 522
JVC 516
LOEWE 515
MAGNAVOX 503, 515, 517, 518, 544, 566
MARANTZ 527
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 527, 544, 566, 568
NEC 503, 517, 544, 566
NOKIA 521, 522
PANASONIC 509, 553, 572
PHILIPS 515, 518, 557, 570, 571
PIONEER 509, 525, 551
RCA/PROSCAN 503, 510, 544
SABA 530, 537, 547, 549, 558
SAMPO 566
SAMSUNG 503, 515, 517, 544, 557, 566, 
569, 574
SANYO 508, 545, 567
SHARP 517, 535, 565
TELEFUNKEN 530, 537, 547, 549, 558
THOMSON 530, 537, 547, 549
TOSHIBA 535, 541, 551
ZENITH 543, 567
Manufacturer Code number
SONY 821
HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839, 840
JERROLD/GI/
MOTOROLA806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 
812, 813, 814
JERROLD 830, 831
OAK 841, 842, 843
PANASONIC 816, 826, 832, 833, 834, 835
PIONEER 828, 829
SCIENTIFIC 
ATLANTA815, 816, 817, 844
TOCOM/PHILIPS 830, 831
ZENITH 826, 827
Controlling the TV with the 
remote
By pressing You can
TV [/1Turn the TV on/off.
THEATER/
THEATREEnjoy optimal image suited for 
movies.
TV VOL +/– Adjust the TV volume.
PROG +/–
c/CSelect the TV channel.
After pressing /, you can select 
the next (c) or previous (C) text 
page.
Manufacturer Code number
 
						

							88GB
Tip The function of these buttons are same as the remote 
buttons of the SONY TV. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions of the TV.
Returning to the Default 
Settings
1Turn off the power.
2Press and hold "/1 on the control unit 
about 5 seconds.
“MEMORY CLR” and “PUSH POWER” 
appear alternately in the front panel display 
about 10 seconds.
3Press "/1.
“CLEARING” appears in the front panel 
display and the default settings are returned. 
After “CLEARED!” appears, the system is 
turned off.
Note In Step 3, if you do not press [/1 or press any buttons 
other than [/1 on the control unit, the system turns 
on. The setting is not made.
 When you turn on the system after returning to the 
default settings, wait about 20 seconds before turning 
on the power by pressing [/1. Number buttons, 
-Select the TV channel.
After pressing /, you can select 
the text page by entering the three 
digit page number.
ANALOG Switch to analogue mode.
DIGITAL Switch to digital mode.
/ Display the information.
/Access Text.
Colored buttons Select the options on the menu.
Display the Digital Electronic 
Programme Guide (EPG).
t/ Switch the TV’s input source 
between the TV and other input 
sources in TV mode.
After pressing /, you can hold 
the current text page.
TOOLS/
OPTIONSDisplay the operation menu for the 
current display.
MENU/HOME Display the menu of the TV.
RETURN Return to the previous channel or 
layer on the menu of the TV.
MUTING Turn off the TV sound 
temporarily.
C/X/x/c, Select the item on the menu.
By pressing You can
Returning the system 
parameters, such as preset 
stations, to the default 
settings
DVD HOME THEATRE SYSTEM  DAV-F500A.F.D. STD D.C.S.
FUNCTIONVOL
"/1
 
						

							Other Operation
89GB
You can return the [SETUP] settings (page 74) 
other than [PARENTAL CONTROL] to the 
default settings.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until 
“DVD” appears in the front panel 
display.
2Press   DISPLAY while the system is 
in stop mode.
The Control Menu display appears on the 
TV screen.
3Press X/x to select   [SETUP], 
then press  .
The options for [SETUP] appear.
4Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then 
press .
The Setup Display appears.
5Press X/x to select [SYSTEM SETUP], 
then press  .
The options for [SYSTEM SETUP] appear.
6Press X/x to [RESET] and press c.
7Press C/c to select [YES].
You can also quit the process and return to 
the Control Menu display by selecting [NO] 
here.
8Press .
Do not press [/1 while resetting the system 
as it takes a few seconds to complete.
Note The [MODE (MUSIC, IMAGE)], [INTERVAL], and 
[EFFECT] settings also return to the default settings.
Returning the [SETUP] settings 
to the default
C/X/x/c, 
 
DISPLAY
FUNCTION
 
						

							90GB
Precautions
On power sources
 Unplug the system 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 subwoofer. The subwoofer is equipped with a 
high power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are 
blocked, the subwoofer can overheat and 
malfunction.
 Do not place the subwoofer 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 subwoofer in an inclined position. 
It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position 
only.
 Keep the control unit and discs away from 
components with strong magnets, such as microwave 
ovens, or large loudspeakers.
 Do not place heavy objects on the control unit and the 
subwoofer.
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 control 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.
 When you move the system, take out any disc. If you 
don’t, the disc may be damaged. If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the 
subwoofer 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 the 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 the 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 
this.