Sony Dav Is10 Operating Instructions

							Advanced Settings and Adjustments
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x[4:3 OUTPUT]This setting is effective only when you set [TV 
TYPE] in [SCREEN SETUP] to [16:9] 
(page 90). Adjust to watch 4:3 aspect ratio 
progressive signals. If you can change the aspect 
ratio on your progressive format (525p/625p) 
compatible TV, change the setting on your TV, 
not the system. Note that this setting is effective 
only for the HDMI connection or progressive 
signals output from the VIDEO OUT 
(COMPONENT) jacks.Note This setting is effective only when “PROGRE” 
(PROGRESSIVE) is selected by using 
RESOLUTION (page 91).
Does your TV accept progressive 
signals?Progressive is a TV image display method 
which reduces flickering, and sharpens the 
image. To display using this method, you need 
to connect to a TV that accepts progressive 
signals.
“PROGRESSIVE” lights up in the front panel 
display when the system outputs progressive 
signals.1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select 
“DVD.”2Press RESOLUTION.
The current signal appears in the front panel 
display.
Each time you press RESOLUTION, the 
display changes as follows:
[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.16:9 aspect ratio TV
RESOLUTION
With the cover opened. FUNCTION t
“INTERLACE” (NORMAL)
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“PROGRE” (PROGRESSIVE)
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x“INTERLACE” (NORMAL)Select this setting when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, 
or,
– the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT 
(VIDEO) jack.x“PROGRE” (PROGRESSIVE)Select this setting when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT 
(COMPONENT) jacks.
Normally select this if the above conditions are 
met. 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 is not met.Note When you connect the control unit and the TV with 
the HDMI cable during the system is set to 
“INTERLACE” (NORMAL), the system is set to 
“PROGRE” (PROGRESSIVE) automatically.Tip When you connect the control unit and the TV with 
the HDMI cable, RESOLUTION 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 92).About DVD software types and 
the conversion methodDVD 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 VIDEO OUT (COMPONENT) 
jacks. Even though you set to “PROGRE” 
(PROGRESSIVE), images from the VIDEO OUT 
(VIDEO) jack are unaffected as they are output in the 
interlace format.
To select the type of video signal 
output from the HDMI OUT (high-
definition multimedia interface 
out) jackWhen you connect the control unit and the TV 
with the HDMI cable, select 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 RESOLUTION.
The current type of video signals appears in 
the front panel display.
Each time you press RESOLUTION, the 
display changes as follows: “480p*”: Sends [720 × 480p] video 
signals.
 “576p*”: Sends [720 × 576p] video 
signals.
 “720p*”: Sends [1280 × 720p] video 
signals.
 “1080i*”: Sends [1920 × 1080i] video 
signals.* i: interlace, p: progressive
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 TVDepending on the disc, the image may not fit 
your TV screen.
To change the aspect ratio, see page 90.t
“480p*” or “576p*”
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Use this to set up playback related and other 
settings.
Select [CUSTOM SETUP] in the Setup Display. 
For details, see “Using the Setup Display” 
(page 88).
The default settings are underlined.x[HDMI CONTROL]Switches the HDMI CONTROL function on or 
off. This function is available when you connect 
the system and TV with the HDMI cable. For 
details, see “Preparing for the HDMI 
CONTROL function” (page 40).Note When you set to [ON] without the HDMI connection 
of the TV, [Please verify the HDMI connection.] 
appears and you cannot set to [ON].x[STB SYNCHRO]Switches the STB SYNCHRO function on or 
off. This function is available when you connect 
the system and TV with the HDMI cable and 
you set [HDMI CONTROL] to [ON]. For 
details, see “Enjoying STB (Set Top Box) 
Digital Sound or Digital Satellite Receiver 
Sound from the System” (page 45).
Note When this function is set to [ON], [DIGITAL IN] 
function setting begins.x[DIGITAL IN]Assigns a digital sound input corresponding 
with the function “TV” and “SAT/CABLE.”x[PAUSE MODE] (DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
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.Note 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 89). (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 
Custom Settings[CUSTOM SETUP][OFF]
Sets the [HDMI CONTROL] 
function to off.
[ON]
Sets the [HDMI CONTROL] 
function to on. 
You can operate mutually 
between components that are 
connected with the HDMI cable.
[OFF]
Sets the [STB SYNCHRO] 
function to off.MULTI-DISC RESUME:CUSTOM SETUP
AUTOPAUSE MODE:OFF
HDMI CONTROL:
OFF
STB SYNCHRO:
OFF
TRACK SELECTION:
TV    OPT, SAT/CABLE    COAX
DIGITAL IN:
ON
AUDIO DRC:OFF
AUDIO (HDMI):OFF
DivX:Registration Code   
[ON]
Sets the [STB SYNCHRO] 
function to on.
[TV 
t OPT, 
SAT/CABLE 
t 
COAX]
Optical audio input signals are 
assigned to “TV” function, 
coaxial audio input signals are 
assigned to “SAT/CABLE” 
function.
[TV t COAX, 
SAT/CABLE t 
OPT]
Coaxial audio input signals are 
assigned to “TV” function, optical 
audio input signals are assigned to 
“SAT/CABLE” function.
[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.
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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.x[AUDIO DRC] (DVD VIDEO only)Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track.
Useful for watching movies at low volume late 
at night.x[AUDIO (HDMI)]Selects the audio output status from the HDMI 
OUT jack.Note When you connect the control unit and TV with the 
HDMI cable and [ON] is selected, AUDIO DRC, A/
V SYNC, TONE, MOVIE/MUSIC, and sound field 
are not applied to the sound that is output from the 
TV.x[DivX]Displays the registration code for this system.
For more information, go to 
http://www.divx.com
 on the Internet.To obtain the best possible surround sound, set 
connection of the speakers 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 88).
The default settings are underlined.
To return to the default setting 
when changing a settingSelect the item, then press CLEAR. Note that 
only the [CONNECTION] setting does not 
return to the default setting.x[CONNECTION]If you do not connect center or surround 
speakers, set the parameters for [CENTER] and 
[SURROUND]. Since the front speaker and 
subwoofer setting is fixed, you cannot change 
them.
[ON]
Stores the resume settings in 
memory.
[OFF]
Does not store the resume settings 
in memory. Playback restarts at 
the resume point only for the 
current disc in the system.
[OFF]
No compression of dynamic 
range.
[STANDARD]
Reproduces the sound track with 
the kind of dynamic range that the 
recording engineer intended.
[MAX]
Compresses dynamic range fully.
[OFF]
The sound is not output from the 
HDMI OUT jack.
[ON]
Outputs audio signals by 
converting Dolby Digital, DTS, or 
96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 
kHz/ 16 bit PCM.
Settings for the Speakers[SPEAKER SETUP][FRONT]
[YES]
[CENTER]
[YES]
: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no center 
speaker is used.
[SURROUND]
[YES]
: Normally select this.
[NONE]: Select this if no 
surround speaker is used.
[SUBWOOFER]
[YES]
SPEAKER SETUP
DISTANCE(FRONT):DISTANCE(SURROUND):LEVEL(FRONT):
LEVEL(SURROUND): 
OFF
TEST TONE:CONNECTION:FRONT:
CENTER:
YES YES YES YES
SURROUND:
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x[DISTANCE (FRONT)]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 18), the settings is automatically 
displayed.
Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display 
when you move the speakers.* When you perform the Quick Setup (page 18), the 
default settings are changed.x[DISTANCE (SURROUND)]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 18), the settings is automatically 
displayed.Be sure to change the value in the Setup Display 
when you move the speakers.
* When you perform the Quick Setup (page 18), the 
default settings are changed.Note Depending on the input stream, the [DISTANCE 
(FRONT)]/[DISTANCE (SURROUND)] setting 
may not be effective.
 When the speaker distance setting is not in the 
recommended range,  /
 ** m is displayed (** 
being the number).   indicates over the 
recommended distance.   indicates below.
x[LEVEL (FRONT)]You can vary the level of front speakers as 
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] 
for easy adjustment.
[L/R] 
3.0 m
*Front speaker distance from 
the listening position can be 
set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters.
[CENTER] 
3.0 m
*
(appears when you set 
[CENTER] to [YES] in 
the [CONNECTION] 
setting.)
Center speaker distance from 
the listening position can be 
set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters.
[SUBWOOFER]
3.0 m
*Subwoofer distance from the 
listening position can be set 
from 0.0 to 7.0 meters.
[L/R] 
3.0 m
*
(appears when you set 
[SURROUND] to 
[YES] in the 
[CONNECTION] 
setting.)
Surround speaker distance 
from the listening position can 
be set from 0.0 to 7.0 meters.
[L/R]
0.0 dB
Set this between -6.0 dB and 
+6.0 dB.
[CENTER] 
0.0 dB(appears when you set 
[CENTER] to [YES] in 
the [CONNECTION] 
setting.)
Set this between -6.0 dB and 
+6.0 dB.
[SUBWOOFER] 
0.0 dB
Set this between -6.0 dB and 
+6.0 dB.
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x[LEVEL (SURROUND)]You can vary the level of surround speakers as 
follows. Be sure to set [TEST TONE] to [ON] 
for easy adjustment.To adjust the volume of all the 
speakers at one timePress VOLUME +/– on the remote or touch 
VOLUME +/– (soft-touch button) on the control 
unit.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
1
Press   DISPLAY when the system is 
in stop mode.The Control Menu display appears.
2
Press X/x to select   [SETUP], 
then press  .The options for [SETUP] appear.
3
Press X/x to select [CUSTOM], then 
press .The Setup Display appears.
4
Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[SPEAKER SETUP], then press   or 
c.
5
Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST 
TONE], then press   or c.
6
Press X/x repeatedly to select [ON], 
then press  .You will hear the test tone from each 
speaker in sequence.
7
From 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.
8
Press   when you have finished 
making adjustments.
9
Press X/x repeatedly to select [TEST 
TONE], then press  .
10
Press X/x repeatedly to select [OFF], 
then press  .
Note The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI 
OUT jack.
[L/R]
0.0 dB(appears when you set 
[SURROUND] to 
[YES] in the 
[CONNECTION] 
setting.)
Set this between -6.0 dB and 
+6.0 dB.
[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] 
items, the test tone is emitted from each 
speaker in sequence.
C/X/x/c, 
 
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Returning the sound field 
settings or radio settings to 
the default1
Turn off the power.
2
Press 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.
3
Press "/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.
Returning the settings on the 
Setup Display to the default
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “DVD” 
appears in the front panel display.2Press   DISPLAY when 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 [RESET], then press 
.5Press X/x to select [YES].You can also quit the process and return to the 
Control Menu display by selecting [NO] here.6Press .All the settings explained on pages 89 to 96 
return to the default settings. Do not press [/
1 while resetting the system as it takes a few 
seconds to complete.Note When you turn the system on after resetting and no 
disc is in the control unit, the guide message appears 
on the TV screen. To perform the Quick Setup 
(page 18), press  , to return to normal screen, press 
CLEAR.
 “BASS,” “MIDDLE,” or “TREBLE” settings are also 
returned to the default.
Returning to the Default 
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On power sources Unplug the subwoofer from the wall outlet 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 control 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 control unit can overheat and malfunction.
 Do not place the control unit on surfaces (rugs, 
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) 
that may block the ventilation slots.
 Do not install the control unit 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 control unit in an inclined position. 
It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position 
only.
 Keep the control unit and discs away from equipment 
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or 
large loudspeakers.
 Do not place anything 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 
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.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior of the 
control unit.On moving the systemWhen you carry the system, use the following 
procedure to protect the inner mechanism.1Press Z to remove a disc.Make sure that a disc is removed from the 
control unit.2Press "/1 to turn off the power.3Remove the AC power cord (mains lead) 
from the wall outlet (mains).
Additional InformationPrecautions
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.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.
PowerThe power is not turned on.
 Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is 
connected securely.
 Press "/1 after all indications disappear from the 
front panel display.
 After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), 
wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power 
by pressing "/1.If “PROTECTOR” and “PUSH POWER” appear 
alternately in the front panel display.
Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the 
following items after “STANDBY” disappears.
3 and # speaker cords short-circuited?
 Are you using only the specified speakers?
 Is anything blocking the ventilation slots of the 
system?
Check the above items and fix any problems. After 
“STANDBY” disappears, wait about 20 seconds 
before turning on the power by pressing "/1. If the 
cause of the problem cannot be found even after 
checking all the above items, consult your nearest 
Sony dealer.PictureThere is no picture.
 The video connecting cords are not connected 
securely.
 The video connecting cords are damaged.
 The control unit is not connected to the correct TV 
input jack (page 17, 21).
 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 
this case, return the setting to interlace format (the 
default setting) (page 91).
 Even if your TV is compatible with progressive 
format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be 
affected when you set progressive format. In this 
Notes about the Discs
Troubleshooting
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case, return the setting to interlace format (the 
default setting) (page 91).
 Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
 The control unit is connected to an input device 
that is not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content 
protection) compliant (“HDMI” does not light up 
in the front panel display) (page 111).
 If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, 
changing the type of video signal output from the 
HDMI OUT jack by pressing RESOLUTION may 
solve the problem (page 92). 
Connect the TV and the control unit 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 
type of video signal output from the HDMI OUT 
jack, and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If 
the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps 
and try other options.
 You have selected “PROGRE” (PROGRESSIVE) 
using the RESOLUTION button on the remote 
(“PROGRESSIVE” lights up in the front panel 
display) even though your TV cannot accept the 
progressive signal. In this case, disconnect the 
HDMI cable from the control unit and then select 
“INTERLACE” (NORMAL) so that 
“PROGRESSIVE” indicator turns off.
 If the signal from the VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack 
is distorted, change the type of video signal output 
from the HDMI OUT jack by pressing 
RESOLUTION to [720 × 480p] or [720 × 576p] 
(page 92).
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 control 
unit directly to your TV, try connecting your 
control unit to your TV’s video input (except for 
the HDMI jack) (page 21).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.Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.
The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system 
are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic 
leakage. However, some leakage may occur, as a 
high-strength magnet is employed. If this happens, 
check the following items: If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or 
projector, install the speakers at least 0.3 m from 
the TV set.
 If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set 
once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.
 If howling occurs, reposition the speakers further 
away from the TV set.
 Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch 
on a TV stand, health care device, toy, etc.) is 
placed near the speakers.
SoundThere 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 94). 
 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 [ON] (page 94).No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack. 
 Set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to 
[ON] (page 94).
 The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI 
(digital visual interface) device (DVI (digital 
visual interface) jacks do not accept audio 
signals).
 Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on 
again. 2 Turn the connected equipment off and 
on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect the 
HDMI cable again.The left and right sounds are unbalanced or 
reversed.
 Check that the speakers and components are 
connected correctly and securely.
 Perform [AUTO CALIBRATION] (page 85).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 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.