Sony Dav Is50 Operating Instructions

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Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching 
the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it 
at the remote sensor on the control unit.
Note• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. 
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the...

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For the best possible surround sound, all the 
speakers other than the subwoofer should be 
placed at the same distance from the listening 
position (1). It is recommended that the 
subwoofer should be placed (2).
Place speakers and subwoofer as illustrated 
below.
Tip• You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing 
the listening position.
• When you install the speaker, the speaker face may be 
unstable. In this case, use a commercially available 
wire clamper or a...

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• Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer 
where the speaker unit is installed.
• Do not place the subwoofer under a desk or in a 
cabinet, etc.
• Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction, 
such as TV, etc. Middle range sound will fall.
Note• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
–Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when...

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Note on handling the subwoofer
• Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer 
when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged. 
When lifting, hold the bottom of the subwoofer.
• Do not hold the EZW-T100 slot when lifting the 
subwoofer.
• Do not push the top of the subwoofer where the 
speaker unit is installed.
Slits Subwoofer
Speaker unit
EZW-T100 slot
 

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Installing the speakers on the wall
Before installing the speakers on the wall, you need to decide which surround speakers connection you 
want. You can connect your surround speakers in 2 different ways.
AConnect surround speakers to S-AIR surround amplifier (wireless connection)
BConnect surround speakers to subwoofer (wired connection)
Sony recommends you to use wireless connection for this system. For details, see “Step 2: Connecting 
the System” (page 19).
The surround speakers...

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3Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal 
using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied).
4Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2).
5Thread the speaker cords through hole 3.
Rear cap Wrench (supplied)
(1)
When the lever is down, the 
speaker cords are locked.When the lever is up, the 
speaker cords can be removed. (2)A
3
 

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6Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker 
terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2).
Tip• If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied).
7Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied).
8Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in Step 3 using hole 4.
#3 (1)(2)
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About connecting speaker cord
The connectors of the speaker cords are the same colour as the jacks to be connected.
There are 2 types of speaker cord for surround speaker. You can change the surround speaker cord 
depending on the type of speaker connection.
Tip• You can remove the speaker cords (for wired connection) from the connector. With the catch facing down, press 
and hold the connector down against a flat surface (1) and remove the speaker cords from the connector (2).
• You...

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See the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 7 on the following 
pages.
Note• Be sure to make connection 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.
You can connect your surround speakers in 2 different ways.
AConnect surround speakers to S-AIR surround amplifier (wireless connection)
BConnect surround speakers to...

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AConnect surround speakers to S-AIR surround amplifier (wireless connection)
RSURROUND SELECTOR
S-AIR ID
EZW-RT10
SPEAKER
SURROUNDPAIRINGCB
ASURROUND
BACKL
CENTER SUR L SUR R FRONT L FRONT R
SYSTEM CONTROL  ONLY FOR HCD-IS50
SPEAKER    ONLY FOR SS-IS15
R
6 AM loop 
antenna (aerial)
Rear of the 
subwoofer7 AC power cord (mains lead)6 FM wire antenna 
(aerial)
2 Center 
speaker
2 Front speaker (L) 2 Front 
speaker (R)1 Plug Bottom of the 
subwoofer Front of the control unit4 TV 5 VCR,...