Sony Dav Sc8 Operating Instructions

Additional Information
71GB
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.
Power
The power is not turned on.
 Check that the mains lead is connected securely.
If the STANDBY indicator flashes.
Immediately unplug the power cord and check the 
following items.
 Is the voltage selector set to the correct voltage? 
Check the...

72GB
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
 Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 
21, 67). 
 Set the sound field to “AUTO FORMAT DIRECT 
AUTO” (page 43). 
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 metres 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...

Additional Information
73GB
The title of the MP3 audio album or track is not 
correctly displayed.
 The system can only display alphabetical letters 
and numbers. Other characters are displayed as 
“”.
The JPEG image file cannot be played.
 The DATA CD is not recorded in an MP3 format 
that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2 or 
Joliet.
 The MP3 audio track does not have the extension 
“.MP3.”
 The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it 
has the extension “.MP3.”
 The system can only play MP3...

74GB
Amplifier section
Stereo mode 100 W + 100 W (4 ohms 
at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Surround mode Front: 100 W + 100 W
Centre*: 100 W
Surround*: 100 W + 100W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, 
THD 10 %) 
* Depending on the sound field settings and the source, 
there may be no sound output.
Inputs VIDEO 1:Sensitivity: 150 mVImpedance: 50 kilohms
VIDEO 2:
Sensitivity: 300 mVImpedance: 50 kilohmsOutputsVIDEO 1 (AUDIO 
OUT):
Voltage: 1 VImpedance: 1 kilohmPhones Accepts low-and high-
impedance headphones.
Super Audio CD/DVD...

Additional Information
75GB
Subwoofer
Speaker system Active subwoofer, 
Magnetically shielded
Speaker unit 20 cm dia. cone type
Enclosure type Advanced SAW type
Amplifier section
Continuous RMS power output
135 W (8 ohms, 
20 Hz -20 kHz, 10% THD)
Power requirements
Australian and Asian models:
220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Taiwan model: 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other models: 110 – 120 V/220 – 240 V 
AC, 50/60 Hz 
Power consumption 90 W, 1 W (standby mode)
Dimensions (approx.) 230 × 390 × 475 mm 
 (w/h/d) incl....

76GB
Dolby Surround Pro Logic
As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, 
Dolby Surround Pro Logic produces four 
channels from two-channel sound. Compared 
with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby 
Surround Pro Logic reproduces left-to-right 
panning more naturally and localizes sounds 
more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby 
Surround Pro Logic, you should have one pair of 
surround speakers and a centre speaker. The 
surround speakers output monaural sound.
DTS
Digital audio compression...

Additional Information
77GB
Progressive format
In contrast to the Interlace format, the 
progressive format can reproduce 60 frames per 
second by reproducing all scanning lines (525 
lines for the NTSC system). The overall picture 
quality increases and still images, text and 
horizontal lines appear sharper. This format is 
compatible with the 525 progressive format.
Region Code
This system is used to protect copyrights. A 
region number is allocated on each DVD system 
or DVD disc according to the...

78GB
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front Panel
ADisc slot (22)
BA (eject) (22)
CH (play) (22)
DX (pause) (23)
Ex (stop) (23)
F./>, PREV/NEXT, PRESET –/+ 
(23, 25, 57, 58)
GVOLUME +/– (22, 68)
HBASS LEVEL (46)IPHONES (on the side of the system) 
jack (22)
JSOUND FIELD –/+ (43, 44, 45)
KDISPLAY (36, 39, 58)
LBAND (57, 58)
MFUNCTION (22, 56, 58)
NFront panel display (79)
O (remote sensor) (11)
P[/1 (power) switch/STANDBY indicator 
(22)
Index to Parts and Controls
 

Additional Information
79GB
Front Panel Display
When playing back a DVD
When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD (without PBC 
functions), or MP3
When listening to the radio
Playing status
Current chapter numberCurrent sound effect
Current title 
numberPlaying time Current sound
Current mode
TITLE H M SCHAP
DOLBY PLDIGITALNIGHT
REP 1 PROG BASS SHUF
MS TRK SACD
PCM MP3NIGHT
REP 1 PBC PROG BASS SHUFMULTI
Current sound
Lights up during PBC 
playback (VIDEO CD only) Playing timeCurrent mode Playing...

80GB
When playing back a JPEG file
Current file 
number Playing status