Sony Dav Fz900 Operating Instructions

Other Operations
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To check DATA CD/DATA DVD 
(MP3 file/video file) text
By pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files 
or video files on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you 
can display the name of the folder/MP3 file/
video file, and the audio bit rate (the amount of 
data per second of the current audio) on the TV 
screen.
Example for playback of an audio file
* Appears when playing an MP3 file on a DATA CD/
DATA DVD.
** If an MP3 file has the ID3 tag, the system will 
display an album name or title name from...

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Returning to the Default 
Settings
1Press "/1 to turn on the system.
2Press x, N, and "/1 on the unit at the 
same time.
“COLD RESET” appears in the front panel 
display and the system returns to default 
settings.
You can return the [SETUP] settings (page 57) 
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...

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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....

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this case, take the following steps to enhance the 
transmission of signals:
– Avoid placing the S-AIR product(s) near other 
wireless systems.
– Avoid using the S-AIR product(s) and the other 
wireless systems spontaneously.
– The transmission may be improved by changing 
the transmission channel (frequency) of the other 
wireless system(s). For details, refer to the 
operating instructions of the other wireless 
system(s).
 The transmission distance differs depending on the 
usage of environment....

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Troubleshooting
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.
Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together 
(main unit and S-AIR sub unit).
Power...

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Picture
Symptom Remedy
There is no picture.  The video connecting cords are not connected securely.
 The video connecting cords are damaged.
 The unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 21).
 The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the 
system.
 Check the output method on your system (page 21).
 You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in 
progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the...

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Sound
Symptom Remedy
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 being performed. Press H to return to normal 
play mode.
 Check the speaker settings (page 63). 
 The component connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to the 
audio...

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Operation
No sound or only a very low-
level sound is heard from the 
surround speakers. Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 19, 63).
 Check the “
DEC. MODE” setting (page 36).
 Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less 
noticeable.
 Check the wireless setting (page 30).
 A 2 channel source is being played.
The beginning of the sound is cut 
off. Set the sound mode to “
MOVIE” or “MUSIC” (page 97).
 Select “A.F.D. STD” for “DEC. MODE” (page 36).
There is...

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The JPEG image file cannot be 
played. The DATA CD is not recorded in ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.
 The DATA DVD is not recorded in UDF (Universal Disk Format).
 It has an extension other than “.jpeg” or “.jpg.”
 It is larger than 3,072 (width) × 2,048 (height) in normal mode, or more than 
2,000,000 pixels in progressive JPEG image file which is mainly used on 
Internet Web sites.
 It does not fit the TV screen (those images are reduced).
 Check the [MEDIA] setting...

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USB device
[Data error] appears on the TV 
screen when playing a DATA 
CD or DATA DVD. The MP3 file/JPEG image file/video file you want to play is broken.
 The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
 The JPEG image file format does not conform to DCF.
 The file has the extension “.jpg” or “.jpeg,” but is not in JPEG format.
 The file you want to play has the extension “.avi” or “.divx” but is not in DivX 
format, or is in DivX format but does not conform to DivX Certified profiles.
 The file you...