Sony Dav Fx999w Operating Instructions

							Settings and Adjustments
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To reset all of the [SETUP] 
settings
1Select [RESET] in Step 3 and press ENTER.
2Select [YES] using X/x.
You can also quit the process and return to 
the Control Menu by selecting [NO] here.
3Press ENTER.
All the settings explained on pages 91 to 97 
return to the default settings. Do not press [/
1 while resetting the system as it takes a 
few seconds to complete.
 When you turn the system on after resetting and no 
disc is in the system, the guide message appears on 
the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup 
(page 39), press ENTER, to return to normal screen, 
press CLEAR.
[LANGUAGE SETUP] allows you to set 
various languages for the on-screen display or 
sound track.
Select [LANGUAGE SETUP] in the Setup 
Display. To use the display, see “Using the 
Setup Display” (page 90).
x[OSD] (On-Screen Display)
Switches the display language on the screen.
x[MENU] (DVD VIDEO only)
You can select the desired language for the 
disc’s menu.
x[AUDIO] (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the sound track.
When you select [ORIGINAL], the language 
given priority in the disc is selected.
x[SUBTITLE] (DVD VIDEO only)
Switches the language of the subtitle 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.
 If you select [OTHERS t] in [MENU], [AUDIO], 
and [SUBTITLE], select and enter a language code 
from “Language Code List” (page 108) using the 
number buttons.
 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).
Note
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM:
SCREEN SAVER:4:3 LETTER BOX
AUTO
ON
BACKGROUND:
4:3 OUTPUT:FULL JACKET PICTURE
Selected setting
Setting the Display or 
Sound Track Language
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Tip
Note
LANGUAGE SETUP
OSD:
MENU:                          
AUDIO:
SUBTITLE:ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ORIGINAL
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Choose settings according to the TV to be 
connected.
Select [SCREEN SETUP] in the Setup Display. 
To use the display, see “Using the Setup 
Display” (page 90).
The default settings are underlined.
x[TV TYPE]
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 
standard or wide).
The default setting varies, depending on the 
country model.
 Depending on the DVD, [4:3 LETTER BOX] may be 
selected automatically instead of [4:3 PAN SCAN] or 
vice versa.
xHDMI RESOLUTION (DAV-FX1000W 
only)
Selects the type of video signals output from the 
HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia 
interface out) jack. When you select AUTO 
(default), the system outputs video signals of the 
highest resolution acceptable for your TV. 
If the picture is not clear, natural or to your 
satisfaction, try another option that suits the disc 
and your TV/projector, etc. For details, refer 
also to the instruction manual supplied with the 
TV/projector, etc.
 Even when a setting other than “AUTO” is selected 
and the connected TV cannot accept the resolution, 
the system automatically adjusts the video signals 
that are suitable for the TV. 
x[COLOR SYSTEM] (Asian, Australian, 
and Middle Eastern models of DAV-
FX999W only)
Select the color system when you play a VIDEO 
CD.
Settings for the Display
[SCREEN SETUP]
[4:3 LETTER 
BOX]Select this when you connect a 4:3 
screen TV. Displays a wide picture 
with bands on the upper and lower 
portions of the screen.
[4:3 PAN SCAN]Select this when you connect a 4:3 
screen TV. Automatically displays 
the wide picture on the entire 
screen and cuts off the portions 
that do not fit.
[16:9]Select this when you connect a 
wide-screen TV or a TV with a 
wide mode function.
SCREEN SETUP
TV TYPE:
COLOR SYSTEM
SCREEN SAVER:16:9
AUTO
ON
BACKGROUND: JACKET PICTURE
FULL4:3 OUTPUT:
Note
[AUTO]Normally, select this. 
[1920 × 1080i]Sends 1920 × 1080i video signals. 
[1280 × 720p]Sends 1280 × 720p video signals. 
[720 × 480p]Sends 720 × 480p video signals. 
[720 × 480i]Sends 720 × 480i video signals. 
Note
[4:3 PAN SCAN] [4:3 LETTER BOX]
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 You cannot change the color system of the disc itself.
 You can change the color system of the system 
according to the connected TV (page 32).
x[SCREEN SAVER]
The screen saver image appears when you leave 
the system in pause or stop mode for 15 
minutes, 
or when you play back a Super Audio CD, CD, or 
DATA CD (MP3 audio) for more than 15 
minutes. The screen saver will help prevent your 
display device from becoming damaged 
(ghosting). Press 
H to turn off the screen saver.
x[BACKGROUND]
Selects the background color or picture on the 
TV screen in stop mode or while playing a Super 
Audio CD, CD, or DATA CD (MP3 audio).
x[4:3 OUTPUT]
This setting is effective only when you set [TV 
TYPE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [16:9] 
(page 92). Adjust to watch 4:3 aspect ratio progressive signals. If you can change the aspect 
ratio on your progressive format compatible TV, 
change the setting on your TV, not the system. 
Note that this setting is effective only for HDMI 
connection* or progressive signals output from 
the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
* DAV-FX1000W only
 This setting is effective only when “P AUTO 
(PROGRESSIVE AUTO)” or “P VIDEO 
(PROGRESSIVE VIDEO)” is selected by using 
PROGRESSIVE (page 29).
 This setting is not effective when you use the HDMI 
OUT jack and set [HDMI RESOLUTION] to [720 × 
480i] (page 92). (DAV-FX1000W only)
[AUTO]Outputs the video signal in the 
system of the disc, either PAL or 
NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL 
system, select [AUTO].
[PAL]Changes the video signal of an 
NTSC disc and outputs it in the 
PAL system.
[NTSC]Changes the video signal of a PAL 
disc and outputs it in the NTSC 
system.
Note
[ON]Turns on the screen saver.
[OFF]Turns off the screen saver.
[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, the [GRAPHICS] picture 
appears.
[GRAPHICS]A preset picture stored in the 
system appears.
[BLUE]The background color is blue.
[BLACK]The background color is black.
Note
[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. Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio 
signal with black bands on left and 
right sides of the image.
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Use this to set up playback related and other 
settings.
Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. 
To use the display, see “Using the Setup 
Display” (page 90).
The default settings are underlined.
x[PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW 
only)
Selects the picture in pause mode.
x[TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)
Gives the sound track which contains the highest 
number of channels priority when you play a 
DVD VIDEO on which multiple audio formats 
(PCM, DTS, MPEG audio, or Dolby Digital 
format) are recorded.
 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 91). (Depending on 
the disc, this function may not work.)
 If PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG audio  
tracks have the same number of channels, the system selects PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital sound, and MPEG 
audio tracks in this order.
x[MULTI-DISC RESUME] (DVD VIDEO/
VIDEO CD only)
Switches the Multi-disc Resume setting on or 
off. Resume playback point can be stored in 
memory for up to 40 different DVD VIDEO/
VIDEO CD discs (page 44).
xAUDIO (HDMI) (DAV-FX1000W only)
Selects the type of audio signal output from the 
HDMI OUT jack.
 A loud noise (or no sound) will be output if you 
connect the system to a TV that is not compatible 
with DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS (digital theater system) 
signals and [AUTO] is selected. In this case, select 
[PCM].
 When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI 
cord and [AUTO] or [PCM] is selected, DUAL 
MONO, AUDIO DRC, A/V SYNC, DSGX, sound 
field, and Karaoke functions are not applied to the 
sound that is output from the TV.
x[DivX] (Asian, Australian, and Middle 
Eastern models only)
Displays the registration code for this system.
For more information, go to 
http://www.divx.com
 on the Internet.
Custom Settings
[CUSTOM SETUP]
[AUTO]The picture, including subjects 
that move dynamically, is output 
with no jitter. Normally select this 
position.
[FRAME]The picture, including subjects 
that do not move dynamically, is 
output in high resolution.
[OFF]No priority given.
[AUTO]Priority given.
Note
MULTI-DISC RESUME:
CUSTOM SETUP
AUTOPAUSE MODE:
OFF
TRACK SELECTION:
ON
DivX:Registration Code    
[ON]Stores the resume settings in 
memory for up to 40 discs.
[OFF]Does not store the resume settings 
in memory. Playback restarts at 
the resume point only for the 
current disc in the system.
[OFF]The sound is not output from the 
HDMI OUT jack.
[AUTO]Outputs audio signals that is 
matched to the requested audio 
stream from the connected TV.
[PCM]Converts Dolby Digital, DTS 
(digital theater system), or 96 
kHz/24 bit PCM (pulse code 
modulation) signals to 48 kHz/ 16 
bit PCM (pulse code modulation). 
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To obtain the best possible surround sound, set 
for the size of the speakers you have connected 
and their distance from your listening position. 
Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the 
balance of the speakers to the same level.
Select [SPEAKER SETUP] in the Setup 
Display. For details, see “Using the Setup 
Display” (page 90).
The default settings are underlined.
 You cannot operate these setup items when you 
connect headphones to the system.
To return to the default setting 
when changing a setting
Select the item, then press CLEAR. Note that 
only the [SIZE] setting does not return to the 
default setting.
x[SIZE]
If you do not connect center or surround 
speakers, or move the surround speakers, set the 
parameters for [CENTER] and [SURROUND] 
and specify the surround speaker position. Since 
the front speaker setting is fixed, you cannot 
change them.
 When you select an item, the sound cuts off for a 
moment.
 Depending on the settings of other speakers, 
subwoofer may be excessive.
x[DISTANCE]
The default distance setting for the speakers in 
relation to the listening position is shown below.
When you set the distance using the Quick Setup 
(page 39), the settings is automatically 
displayed.
Settings for the Speakers
[SPEAKER SETUP]
Note
SPEAKER SETUP
DISTANCE:
LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND): 
OFF
TEST TONE:
FRONT:
CENTER:
YES BEHINDYES YES
SURROUND:
SUBWOOFER:SIZE:
[FRONT][YES]
[CENTER][YES]: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no center 
speaker is used. 
[SURROUND][BEHIND]: Select this if surround 
speakers are located in section B.
[SIDE]: Select this if surround 
speakers are located in section A.
[NONE]: Select this if no 
surround speaker is used.
[SUBWOOFER][YES]
Note
90 
20 
45 A A
B B
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Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display 
when you move the speakers.
* When you perform the Quick Setup (page 39), the 
default settings are changed.
 When you set the distance, the sound cuts off for a 
moment.
 If all front and surround speakers are not placed at an 
equal distance from your listening position, set the 
distance according to the closest speaker.
 Do not place the surround speakers farther away from 
your listening position than the front speakers.
 Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE] 
setting may not be effective.
x[LEVEL (FRONT)]
You can vary the level of front speakers as 
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] 
for easy adjustment.
x[LEVEL (SURROUND)]
You can vary the level of surround speakers as 
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] 
for easy adjustment.
(This settings appear except when you set 
[SURROUND] to [NONE] in the [SIZE] 
setting.)
To adjust the volume of all the 
speakers at one time
Press VOLUME +/– on the system, or press 
VOLUME +/– on the remote.
x[TEST TONE]
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust 
[LEVEL (FRONT)] and [LEVEL 
(SURROUND)].
Adjusting the speaker level by 
using the test tone
1Press   DISPLAY when the system is 
in stop mode.
The Control Menu appears.
[FRONT] 
3.0 m/10 ft*Front speaker distance from the 
listening position can be set in 0.2 
meter (1 ft) increments from 1.0 to 
7.0 meters (4 to 23 ft).
[CENTER] 
3.0 m/10 ft*(appears when 
you set 
[CENTER] to 
[YES] in the 
[SIZE] setting.)
Center speaker distance from the 
listening position can be set in 0.2 
meter (1 ft) increments from 0.0 to 
7.0 meters (0 to 23 ft).
[SURROUND]
3.0 m/10 ft*(appears except 
when you set 
[SURROUND] 
to [NONE] in the 
[SIZE] setting.)
Surround speaker distance from the 
listening position can be set in 0.2 
meter (1 ft) increments from 0.0 to 
7.0 meters (0 to 23 ft).
Note
1.0 - 7.0 m/ 
4 - 23 ft
0.0 - 7.0 m/ 
0 - 23 ft
[L]
0 dBSet this between –6 dB and 0 dB 
in 1 dB increments.
[R]
0 dBSet this between –6 dB and 0 dB 
in 1 dB increments.
[CENTER] 
0 dB
(appears when you 
set [CENTER] to 
[YES] in the [SIZE] 
setting.)
Set this between –6 dB and +6 dB 
in 1 dB increments.
[SUBWOOFER] 
0 dBSet this between –6 dB and +6 dB 
in 1 dB increments.
[L]
0 dBSet this between –6 dB and +6 dB in 
1 dB increments.
[R]
0 dBSet this between –6 dB and +6 dB in 
1 dB increments.
[OFF]The test tone is not emitted from the 
speakers.
[ON]The test tone is emitted from each speaker 
in sequence while adjusting level. When 
you select one of the [SPEAKER SETUP] 
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2Press X/x to select   [SETUP], 
then press ENTER.
The options for [SETUP] appear.
3Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then 
press ENTER.
The Setup Display appears.
4Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[SPEAKER SETUP], then press ENTER 
or c.
5Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST 
TONE], then press ENTER or c.
6Press X/x repeatedly to select [ON], 
then press ENTER.
You will hear the test tone from each 
speaker in sequence.
7From your listening position, adjust the 
value of [LEVEL (FRONT)] or [LEVEL 
(SURROUND)] using C/X/x/c.
The test tone is emitted from only the 
speaker which you are adjusting.
8Press ENTER when you have finished 
making adjustments.
9Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST 
TONE], then press ENTER.
10Press X/x repeatedly to select [OFF], 
then press ENTER.
 When you adjust the speaker settings, the sound cuts 
off for a moment.
 The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI 
OUT jack. (DAV-FX1000W only)
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On power sources
 AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at 
the qualified service shop.
 This system is not disconnected from the AC power 
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall 
outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off.
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 unit 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 unit can overheat and malfunction.
 Do not place the system on a soft surface such as a rug 
and do not block the ventilation holes.
 Do not place the system in a location near heat 
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, 
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
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 system. 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.
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
 Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD 
cleaning disc. It may cause a 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 farther away from the set.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
On moving the system
When you carry the system, use the following 
procedure to protect the inner mechanism.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select 
“DVD.”
2Make sure that all discs are removed from 
the system.
3Press x and "/1 simultaneously. 
“MECHA LOCK” appears in the front panel 
display after “STANDBY.”
4Remove the AC power cord (mains lead) 
from the wall outlet (mains).
Additional Information
Precautions
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 back 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.If you experience any of the following 
difficulties while using the system, use this 
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the 
problem before requesting repairs. Should any 
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony 
dealer.
In the event of a problem of the surround 
amplifier, have a Sony dealer check other parts 
of the system together (system, IR transmitter, 
and IR receiver).
Power
The power is not turned on.
 Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is 
connected securely.
If “PROTECT” and “UNPLUG” appears 
alternately in the front panel display.
Immediately unplug the AC power cord (mains 
lead) and check the following items.
 Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
 Are you using only the specified speakers?
 Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the 
system?
After checking the above items and fixing any 
problems, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) 
again and turn on the system. If the cause of the 
problem cannot be found even after checking all the 
above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The POWER/ON LINE indicator does not turn 
on.
 The + and – speaker cords are short-circuited. In 
this case, disconnect the AC power cord (mains 
lead) of the surround amplifier from the wall 
outlet (mains), reconnect, and then turn the 
surround amplifier on.
Picture
There is no picture.
 The video connecting cords are not connected 
securely.
 The video connecting cords are damaged.
 The system is not connected to the correct TV 
input jack (page 27).
 The video input on the TV is not set so that you 
can view pictures from the system.
 You have set progressive format but your TV 
cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In 
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this case, return the setting to interlace format (the 
default setting) (page 29).
 Even if your TV is compatible with progressive 
format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be 
affected when you set progressive format. In this 
case, return the setting to interlace format (the 
default setting) (page 29).
 Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
 The system is connected to an input device that is 
not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content 
protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel 
does not light up). See page 110. (DAV-
FX1000W only)
 If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, 
changing the [HDMI RESOLUTION] setting in 
[SCREEN SETUP] may solve the problem 
(page 92). 
Connect the TV and the system using a video jack 
other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s 
input to the connected video input so that you can 
see the on-screen displays. Change the [HDMI 
RESOLUTION] setting in [SCREEN SETUP], 
and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the 
picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and 
try other options. (DAV-FX1000W only)
Picture noise appears.
 The disc is dirty or flawed.
 If the picture output from your system goes 
through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-
protection signal applied to some DVD programs 
could affect picture quality. If you still experience 
problems even when you connect your system 
directly to your TV, try connecting your system to 
your TV’s S video input (page 27, 34).
Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV 
TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does 
not fill the screen.
 The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
Sound
There is no sound.
 The speaker cord is not connected securely.
 Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON” 
is displayed in the front panel display. 
 The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion 
Play mode. Press H to return to normal play 
mode.
 Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press 
H to return to normal play mode.
 Check the speaker settings (page 95). 
 Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from 
the HDMI OUT jack. (DAV-FX1000W only) The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack 
does not conform to the audio signal format, in 
this case set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM 
SETUP] to [PCM] (page 94). (DAV-FX1000W 
only)
No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack. 
 The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI 
(digital visual interface) device (DVI (digital 
visual interface) jacks do not accept audio 
signals). (DAV-FX1000W only)
 The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super 
Audio CD sound. (DAV-FX1000W only)
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or 
reversed.
 Check that the speakers and components are 
connected correctly and securely.
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
 Check the speaker connections and settings 
(page 15, 95).
 Set the sound field to “AUTO FORMAT DIRECT 
AUTO” (page 70).
Severe hum or noise is heard.
 Check that the speakers and components are 
connected securely.
 Check that the connecting cords are away from a 
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft) 
away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
 Move your TV away from the audio components.
 The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a 
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
 Clean the disc.
The sound loses stereo effect when you play a 
VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3.
 Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO 
(page 68).
 Make sure the system is connected properly.
The surround effect is difficult to hear when 
you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG 
audio sound track.
 Make sure the sound field function is on 
(page 70).
 Check the speaker connections and settings (page 
15, 95). 
 Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not 
be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be monaural or 
stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby 
Digital or MPEG audio format.
The sound comes from the center speaker 
only.
 Depending on the disc, the sound may come from 
the center speaker only.