Sony Tav L1 Operating Instructions

							
2-670-721-11(4)
TAV- L 1
© 2006 Sony Corporation
TV Integrated AV System
Operating Instructions
 
						

							
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Before operating the system, please read the 
“Safety Information” section of this manual.
Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE FOR 
CUSTOMERS
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to 
this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be 
replaced, a 13 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to 
BS 1362 (i.e., marked with   or  ) must be used.
When an alternative type of plug is used it should be 
fitted with a 13 AMP FUSE, otherwise the circuit 
should be protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the 
distribution board.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a 
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover 
after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without 
the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, 
please contact your nearest Sony service station.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, 
and replace the fuse.
• This apparatus has to be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
 To prevent the risk of electric shock, if the mains lead or  plug is damaged, do not insert the plug into the mains 
socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be 
destroyed.
 Dangerously high voltages are present inside the system.  Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified 
personnel only.
 Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a  bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus 
with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place 
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled 
with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Don’t throw away the battery with general 
house waste, dispose of it correctly as 
chemical waste.
This appliance is classified as a 
CLASS 1 LASER product. This 
marking is located on the rear of 
the unit.
Disposal of Old Electrical & 
Electronic Equipment 
(Applicable in the European 
Union and other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on 
its packaging indicates that this 
product shall not be treated as 
household waste. Instead it shall 
be handed over to the applicable 
collection point for the recycling 
of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this 
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent 
potential negative consequences for the environment and 
human health, which could otherwise be caused by 
inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling 
of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more 
detailed information about recycling of this product, please 
contact your local Civic Office, your household waste 
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the 
product.
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the system, please read this manual 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Trademark information
  is a registered trademark of the DVB project.
 “PlayStation” is a trademark of Sony Computer 
Entertainment, Inc.
 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are 
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater  Systems, Inc.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered 
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
 This system incorporates  High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo 
and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks 
or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
WARNING
FUSE
Disposal of the system
Introduction
 
						

							
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Table of Contents
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS ...................... 2
How to replace the fuse .................................... 2
About this manual ....................................... 5
Safety information ....................................... 5
Precautions ................................................. 8
Notes about the discs ....................................... 9
Guide to basic operations of this system .................................................. 10
Overview of the remote ............................. 11
Overview of the system/lift unit buttons and  indicators .............................................. 13 Basic Operations
1: Checking the accessories ...................... 14
2: Inserting batteries into the remote ......... 14
3: Connecting a TV aerial/VCR/
DVD player ........................................... 15
4: Connecting the FM wire antenna  (aerial) .................................................. 16
5: Switching on the system ........................ 17
6: Auto-tuning the TV................................. 18
7: Selecting the DVD language  (Quick Setup)........................................ 19
 : for digital channels only
Watching TV .............................................. 20
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)  ................................ 22
Using the Favourite list  ..................... 24
Viewing pictures from connected  equipment ............................................. 25
Available discs ........................................... 26
System sound feature................................ 28
Playing discs.............................................. 30
Various play modes..........................................31 (PBC Playback)
(Resume Play)
Searching for a particular point or a scene on a  disc.............................................................33
(Scan, Slow-motion Play, Freeze Frame)
(Picture Navigation)
Displaying various angles and subtitles ..........34
Listening to the FM radio ........................... 35
Presetting FM radio stations ...................... 36
Getting Started
Watching TV
Enjoying Discs
Enjoying the FM Radio
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Advanced Operations
Navigating through menus ........................ 37
Picture Adjustment menu .......................... 38
Sound Adjustment menu ........................... 39
Screen menu ............................................. 40
Features menu .......................................... 41
Timer menu ............................................... 42
Set Up menu ............................................. 43
Navigating through DVD’s menu ............... 49
Enjoying DivX
® videos .............................. 49
Navigating through menus ........................ 51
Overview of the menus .................................... 51
Searching/selecting the disc ..................... 53
Searching for a title/chapter/track/scene, etc. 53
Selecting [ORIGINAL] or [PLAY LIST] on a DVD-
R/DVD-RW ................................................. 54
Viewing information about the disc ................. 54
Using the play mode ................................. 56
Creating your own programme ....................... 56
(Programme Play)
Playing in random order .................................. 57
(Shuffle Play)
Playing repeatedly........................................... 58
(Repeat Play)
Enjoying the slide show............................. 59
About MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files ..
59
Playing DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 
audio track and JPEG image files ............. 60
Playing audio tracks and images as a slide show 
with sound ................................................. 61
Locking discs............................................. 63
(CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PAREN-
TAL CONTROL)
Using the Setup Display ............................ 65
Overview of the items .......................................69
Enjoying the sound at low volume....................70
(AUDIO DRC)
Enjoying a bilingual DVD disc ..........................70
(DUAL MONO)
Reinforcing bass frequencies ..........................71
(SW LEVEL)
Using the lift function........................................71
(Lift Mode)
Connecting optional equipment ................. 73
Specifications ............................................ 76
PC specifications .............................................77
Language code list (DVD function only) ..........78
Troubleshooting ......................................... 79
Self-diagnosis function (DVD function only).....84
Index .......................................................... 85
Using the TV Menu
Using the DVD’s Menu
Using the Player Control Menu
Using the Lift Unit/Front Panel 
Display
Using Optional Equipment
Additional Information
 
						

							
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About this manual
 The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if 
they have the same or similar names as those on the 
remote.
 The Control Menu items may be different depending on  the area.
 “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs,  DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
 The following symbols are used in this manual.
*1 MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by 
ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.
*2 DivX
® is a video file compression technology, developed by 
DivX, Inc. 
*3 DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of  DivX, Inc. and are used under license. 
Safety information
AC power cord (mains 
lead)
 Unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) 
when moving the 
system. Do not move 
the system with the 
AC power cord 
(mains lead) plugged in. It may damage the AC power 
cord (mains lead) and result in fire or electric shock.
 If you damage the AC power cord  (mains lead), it may result in fire or 
electric shock.
– Do not pinch, bend, or twist the  AC power cord (mains lead) 
excessively. The core conductors 
may be exposed or broken, 
causing a short-circuit, which 
may cause fire or electric shock.
– Do not modify or damage the AC  power cord (mains lead). 
– Do not put anything heavy on the  AC power cord (mains lead). Do 
not pull the AC power cord 
(mains lead).
– Keep the AC power cord (mains lead) away from heat  sources.
– Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC  power cord (mains lead).
 If the AC power cord (mains lead) is damaged, stop using 
it and ask your dealer or Sony service centre to exchange 
it.
 Do not use the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) on  any other equipment.
 Use only an original Sony AC power cord (mains lead),  not other brands. 
AC power cord (mains lead)/
cable protection
Pull out the AC power cord (mains 
lead)/cable by the plug. Do not 
pull on the AC power cord (mains 
lead)/cable itself.
AC power source (mains)
Do not use a poor fitting mains socket. Insert 
the plug fully into the mains socket. A poor fit 
may cause arcing and result in fire. Contact 
your electrician to have the mains socket 
changed.
Symbol Functions available for 
DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-
RWs in video mode, and 
DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs
DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs in VR 
(Video Recording) mode
VIDEO CDs (including Super 
VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in 
video CD format or Super VCD 
format)
Super Audio CDs
Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in 
music CD format
DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/
CD-RWs containing MP3*
1 audio 
tracks, JPEG image files, and 
DivX*
2*3 video files)
DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/
DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/
DVD+RWs containing MP3*
1 
audio tracks, JPEG image files, 
and DivX*
2*3 video files)
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Notes about moving the lift unit up/down
• The lift unit moves up and down automatically when the system is 
turned on/off, and when the input is 
switched with “AUTO” selected in 
“Lift Mode” (page 72). You can also 
make the lift unit move up/down by 
pressing .
 To prevent operational mistakes, this  system features a “LOCK” function 
(page 72).
 When connecting other components to the side of the  system (e.g., AV 4 connections), make sure not to place 
any cords under the lift unit to avoid trapping them as the 
lift unit moves.
 Do not touch the lift unit (especially the circled areas in  the right illustration) while it is moving. Especially, watch 
out for small children.
 Do not operate this system while the lift unit is moving.
Medical institutions
Do not place this system in a 
place where medical equipment is 
in use. It may cause malfunction 
of medical instruments.
Carrying
 Before relocating the system, 
perform the procedure in “On 
moving the system” (page 9), then 
disconnect all the cables from the 
system.
 When you carry the system by hand, 
hold the system as illustrated on the 
right. If you do not do so, the system 
may fall and be damaged or cause serious injury. If the 
system has been dropped or damaged, have it checked 
immediately by qualified service personnel.
 When transporting it, do not subject the system to jolts or 
excessive vibration. The system may fall and be damaged 
or cause serious injury.
 When you carry the system in for repair or when you move  it, pack it using the original carton and packing material.
 Carrying the system requires two or more people.
Ventilation
 Never cover the ventilation holes  in the cabinet. It may cause 
overheating and result in fire.
 Unless proper ventilation is  provided, the system may gather 
dust and get dirty. For proper 
ventilation, observe the 
following:
– Do not install the system turned backwards or sideways. 
– Do not install the system turned over or upside down. 
– Do not install the system on a shelf or in a closet. 
– Do not place the system on a rug or bed. 
– Do not cover the system with cloth, such as curtains, or  items such as newspapers, etc.
 Never install the system as follows:
Ventilation holes
 Do not insert anything in the ventilation  holes, gaps between the TV screen and the 
lift unit or the disc slot. If metal or liquid 
is inserted in these holes, it may result in 
fire or electric shock.
 If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug  the unit and have it checked by qualified 
personnel before operating it any further.
 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.
Placement
 Do not obstruct the area where the lift unit moves up and down. It may cause a malfunction. Leave some space 
around the system. Otherwise, air-circulation may be 
inadequate and cause overheating, which may cause fire 
or damage to the system or the lift unit.
 Never place the system in hot,  humid or excessively dusty places.
 Do not install the system where  insects may enter.
 Place the system on a stable, level 
surface. Otherwise, the system may 
fall and cause injury.
 Do not install the system in a location  where it may protrude, such as on or 
behind a pillar, or where you might 
bump your head on it. Otherwise, it may 
result in injury.
Air circulation is 
blocked.Air circulation is 
blocked.
Wall Wall
30 cm Leave at 
least this 
much 
space.
10 cm
10 cm
Do not place any objects under the area 
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Water and moisture
 Do not use this system near 
water – for example, near a 
bathtub or shower room. Also do 
not expose to rain, moisture or 
smoke. This may result in fire or electric shock.
 Do not touch the AC power cord 
(mains lead) and the system with wet 
hands. Doing so may cause electric 
shock or damage to the system.
Moisture and flammable objects
 Do not let this system get wet. Never 
spill liquid of any kind on the system. 
If any liquid or solid object does fall 
through openings in the cabinet, do 
not operate the system. It may result 
in electric shock or damage to the 
system.
Have it checked immediately by 
qualified service personnel.
 To prevent fire, keep flammable 
objects (candles, etc.) and electric bulbs away from the 
system.
Oils
Do not install this system in restaurants that use oil. Dust 
absorbing oil may enter and damage the system.
Fall
Do not allow children to 
climb up on or hang from 
the system.
Vehicle or ceiling
Do not install this system in a 
vehicle. The motion of the vehicle 
may cause the system to fall down 
and cause injury. Do not hang this 
system from the ceiling.
Ships and other vessels
Do not install this system on a ship 
or other vessel. If the system is 
exposed to seawater, it may cause 
fire or damage the system.
Outdoor use
 Do not expose the system to 
direct sunlight. The system may 
heat up and this may result in 
damage to the system.
 Do not install this system 
outdoors.
Wiring
 Unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) when wiring 
cables. When hooking up, be sure to unplug the AC power 
cord (mains lead) for your safety.
 Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may 
damage the system.
Cleaning
 Unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) 
when cleaning the plug and this system. If 
you do not, it may result in electric shock.
 Clean the mains plug regularly. If the plug 
is covered with dust and it picks up 
moisture, its insulation may deteriorate 
and result in fire.
Lightning storms
For your own safety, do not touch any 
part of the system, AC power cord 
(mains lead), or aerial lead during 
lightning storms.
Damage requiring service
If the surface of the system cracks, do not touch it until you 
have unplugged the AC power cord (mains lead). Otherwise 
electric shock may result.
Servicing
Do not open the cabinet. 
Entrust the system to qualified 
service personnel only.
Small accessories removal and fittable
Keep accessories out of children’s reach. If they are 
swallowed, choking or suffocation may occur. Call a doctor 
immediately.
Broken glass
Do not throw anything at the system. The 
screen glass may explode by the impact 
and cause serious injury.
When not in use
For environmental and safety 
reasons, it is recommended that 
the system is not left in standby 
when unused. Disconnect from 
the AC power source (mains). 
However, some systems may 
have features which need the 
system to be left in standby to work correctly. The 
instructions in this manual will inform you if this applies.
Viewing the TV screen
 To view the TV screen comfortably, the recommended 
viewing position is from four to seven times the screen’s 
vertical length away from the system.
 View the TV screen in moderate light, as viewing the TV 
screen in poor light strains your eyes. Watching the screen 
continuously for long periods of time can also strain your 
eyes.
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Volume adjustment
 Adjust the volume so as not to trouble your neighbours. 
Sound carries very easily at night time. Therefore, closing 
the windows or using headphones is suggested.
 When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid 
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
 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.
Overloading
This system is designed to operate on 
a 220–240 V AC supply only. Take 
care not to connect too many 
appliances to the same mains socket 
as this could result in fire or electric 
shock.
Heat
Do not touch the surface of the system. It remains hot, even 
after the system has been turned off for some time.
Corrosion 
If you use this system near the seashore, salt may corrode 
metal parts of the system and cause internal damage or fire. 
It may also shorten the life of the system. Steps should be 
taken to reduce the humidity and moderate the temperature 
of the area where the system is located.
Precautions
Safety
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source 
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet 
(mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. To 
disconnect the system completely, pull the plug from the 
AC power source (mains).
 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not 
intend to use it for an extended period of time.
LCD Screen
 Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision 
technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, 
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, 
or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This 
is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a 
malfunction.
 Do not expose the LCD screen surface to the sun. Doing 
so may damage the screen surface.
 Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on 
top of this system. The image may be uneven or the LCD 
panel may be damaged.
 If this system is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in 
the picture or the picture may become dark.
This does not indicate a failure. These phenomena 
disappear as the temperature rises.
 Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed 
continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.
 The screen and cabinet get warm when this system is in 
use. This is not a malfunction.
 The LCD contains a small amount of liquid crystal and 
mercury. The fluorescent tube used in this system also 
contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and 
regulations for disposal.
Fluorescent lamp
This system uses a special fluorescent lamp as its light 
source. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers, or does 
not appear, the fluorescent lamp has worn out and should be 
replaced. For replacement, consult qualified service 
personnel.
Installing the system
 Do not install the system in places subject to extreme 
temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a 
radiator, or heating vent or excessive dust, mechanical 
vibration, or shock. If the system is exposed to extreme 
temperature, the system may overheat and cause 
deformation of the casing or cause the system to 
malfunction.
 To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct 
illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot 
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 Do not install optional components too close to the 
system. Keep optional components at least 30 cm away 
from the system. If a VCR is installed in front of the 
system or beside the system, the picture may become 
distorted.
 Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the 
system is positioned in close proximity to any equipment 
emitting electromagnetic radiation.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat 
buildup.
 Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or 
near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the 
ventilation slots.
 Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed 
to be operated in a horizontal position only.
 Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong 
magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
 If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm 
location, moisture may condense inside this system and 
cause damage to the lenses. When you first install the unit, 
or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait 
for about 30 minutes before operating the unit.
Handling and cleaning the screen surface/cabinet of 
the system
The screen surface is finished with a special coating to 
prevent strong light reflections.
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation, 
observe the following precautions.
 Do not push on the screen, scratch it with a hard object, or 
throw anything at it. The screen may be damaged.
 Do not touch the display panel after operating the system 
continuously for a long period as the display panel 
becomes hot.
 We recommend that the screen surface be touched as little 
as possible.
 To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe 
gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a 
soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent 
solution. You can wash and repeatedly use the soft cloth.
 Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, 
scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, 
benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or 
maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl 
materials may result in damage to the screen surface and 
cabinet material.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your 
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
 The ventilation holes can accumulate dust over time. To 
ensure proper ventilation, we recommend removing the 
dust periodically (once a month) using a vacuum cleaner.
On placement
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.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaner
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc 
or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may 
cause apparatus to malfunction.On moving the system
When you carry the system, use the following procedure to 
protect the inner mechanism.
1Press   (input select) repeatedly to select “DVD.”
2Make sure that the disc is removed from the system.
3Press x (stop) and 1 on the system simultaneously.
“MECHA LOCK” appears in the front panel display. 
The lift unit is now set in the shipping position (down).
4Remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the 
wall outlet (mains).
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 centre 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.
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Guide to basic 
operations of this 
system
This system is a TV with DVD player. The lift unit of 
this system has built-in 2.1 channel speakers. You can 
enjoy high quality and exciting sound from TV, DVD, 
FM and other connected components.
About the lift unit
When you select “AUTO” in “Lift Mode” (page 72), 
the lift unit moves up/down according to the selected 
input. For example, when you watch TV or DVD, or 
turn the system on, the lift unit moves down. 
Conversely, listening to FM radio or turning the 
system off moves the lift unit up. You can also operate 
the lift unit manually by pressing  . 
xDirect input select buttons D
 TV: Switches the TV input select to either A-TV or 
D-TV (whichever was selected last). 
 DIGITAL: Switches the input select to digital 
broadcast (D-TV).
 ANALOG: Switches the input select to analogue 
broadcast (A-TV).
 DVD: Switches the input select to DVD.
 FM: Switches the input select to FM.
xInput select button A
Switches the input select. Each time you press the 
button, the input select changes as below.
TV (A-TV or D-TV) t AV1 t AV2 t DVD t 
AV4 t PC t HDMI t TV (A-TV or D-TV) 
t........
Note
After pressing TV C, if you press the input select button A, 
the input does not switch to AV1, but goes back to the 
previous status before pressing TV C.
Lift unit
Using the remote
A
B
C
D
E
F