©2008 Sony Corporation3-283-036-11(3)DVD Home Theatre SystemOperating InstructionsDAV-DZ260
10GBGetting StartedStep 1: Positioning the SystemFor the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at t
100GB1)Except for United Kingdom and North American models.2)These items are not displayed when playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD with DivX video file (excep
Additional Information101GBList of Control Menu Items for USB deviceTip• The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in yellow when you select any ite
102GBIndexNumerics5.1 Channel Surround 31AA/V SYNC 43AAC file 60ANGLE 29ATTE NUAT E 24AUDIO 47AUDIO (HDMI) 49AUDIO DRC 49AUDIO SETUP 49AUTO CALIBRATI
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11GBGetting StartedTo install the speakers on a wallBefore installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker.Be sure to match
12GBGetting StartedNote• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the sc
13GBGetting StartedStep 2: Connecting the SystemSee the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 5 on the following pag
14GBGetting StartedThe connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected. Be sure to match th
15GBGetting StartedFor video output to your TV, check the video input jacks of the TV, and select connection method A or B. Picture quality improves i
16GBGetting StartedYou can enjoy the connected component using the six speakers of the system.• Portable audio source: A• DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter:
17GBGetting StartedIf your TV has multiple audio/video inputsYou can enjoy the sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect
18GBGetting StartedNote• Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from the system or other AV components, as noise may result.• Be sure to full
19GBGetting StartedBefore connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the unit.After c
2GBTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.Do not install the appliance in a confined space, su
20GBGetting StartedStep 3: Performing the Quick SetupFollow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Note• When you connect
21GBGetting Started9 Press X/x to select the output method for video signals.• [VIDEO]: outputs video signals.• [RGB]: outputs RGB signals.Note• If yo
22GBGetting Started• If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [AUTO CALIBRATION].17 Press .Quick Setup is finished. All connections and set
23GBGetting StartedStep 4: Enjoying Sound from all the SpeakersYou can enjoy DVD, TV, or VCR sound from all the speakers in this system.1 Press FUNCTI
24GBGetting Started1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “TV” or “AUDIO” appears in the front panel display.2 Press SYSTEM MENU.3 Press X/x repeatedly
Sound Adjustment25GBEnjoying Surround Sound by Using Decoding ModeYou can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed
26GB4 Press .The setting is made.5 Press SYSTEM MENU.The system menu turns off.To turn the surround effect offSelect “A.F.D. STD” or “2CH STEREO” for
Sound Adjustment27GBSelecting the Sound ModeYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until
28GBPlaying a DiscDepending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.Refer to the operating instructions supplied
Disc29GB– [CONTROL FOR HDMI] is set to [OFF] (page 57).To use the headphonesConnect the headphones to PHONES jack on the unit. The sound of the system
3GBPrecautionsOn power sources• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop.• The unit is not disconnected from the
30GBTo display the subtitles * ** Except for United Kingdom and North American models.If subtitles are recorded on a disc, you can turn the subtitle
Disc31GBNote• While the system is playing a Super VCD on which the audio track 2 is not recorded, no sound will come out when you select [2:STEREO], [
32GBTo change a playback layer when playing a hybrid Super Audio CDSome Super Audio CDs consist of a Super Audio CD layer and a CD layer. You can chan
Disc33GBThe system starts playback from the point where you stopped the disc in Step 1.Note• Depending on where you stop the disc, the system may not
34GBUsing Play ModeYou can play the contents of a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks on the disc to create your own progr
Disc35GBTo cancel all of the tracks in the programmed order1 Follow Steps 1 to 3 of “Creating your own program.”2 Press X and select [ALL CLEAR].3 Pre
36GB• [DISC]: You can repeat all of the folders on the disc.• [FOLDER]: You can repeat the current folder.• [TRACK] (MP3 files only): You can repeat t
Disc37GBThis function is only available for DVD-VRs with a playlist created.1 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode.The Control Menu displa
38GB3 Input the time code using the number buttons.For example, to find the scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning. Press 2,
Disc39GB2 Press X/x to select a folder.x To play MP3 files in a folderPress H to start playing the selected folder.x To select a MP3 filePress .The li
4GBTable of ContentsAbout This Operating Instructions...3Playable Discs...5Getting StartedStep 1: Positio
40GBTo rotate a JPEG image fileWhen a JPEG image file is displayed on the TV screen, you can rotate the JPEG image file by 90 degrees.Press X/x while
Disc41GBThe options for [INTERVAL] appear.3 Press X/x to select a setting.• [NORMAL]: You can set to the standard duration.• [FAST]: You can set the d
42GBDivX video files that the system can playThe system can play data that is recorded in DivX format, and which has the extension “.AVI,” or “.DIVX.”
Disc43GBTo play the next or previous DivX video file without turning on the above file listYou can select the next or previous DivX video file in the
44GBRestricting Playback of the Disc[PARENTAL CONTROL]Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level such as the age of
Disc45GBTo turn off the [PARENTAL CONTROL] functionSet [LEVEL] to [OFF] in Step 11.To play a disc for which [PARENTAL CONTROL] is set1 Load the disc a
46GBUsing the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Displayed items vary depending on the country model.Not
Disc47GBSet various languages for the on-screen display or sound track.x [OSD] (On-Screen Display)You can switch the display language on the TV screen
48GBx [LINE]You can selects the output method for video signals from the EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack on the rear panel of the unit.[VIDEO]: The syst
Disc49GBx [YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)]You can select the type of HDMI signal output from HDMI OUT jack.[YCBCR]: The system outputs YCBCR signals.[RGB]: The syst
5GBPlayable Discs1)MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG1 Audio La
50GBNote• [AUDIO DRC] works only for Dolby Digital.x [TRACK SELECTION] (DVD VIDEO only)You can give the sound track which contains the highest number
Disc51GBTo obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distance from your listening position. Then use the test
52GB[L/R] 3.0 m/10 ft2)3): Set the surround speaker distance (up to 5.0 meters (16 ft) closer to the front speakers).1)0.0 to 6.9 meters for North Ame
Tuner53GBPresetting Radio StationsYou can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.Tip•
54GBListening to the RadioPreset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 53)).1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeated
Tuner55GB6 Create a name by using C/X/x/c.Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position.You can input letters,
56GBUsing the Radio Data System (RDS)The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information a
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device57GBUsing the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” SyncThis function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Syn
58GBTo set the [CONTROL FOR HDMI] function to on/off1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeatedly until “DVD” appears in the front panel display.2 Press DISPLAY w
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device59GB(System Audio Control)You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy operation.To use this function, connect
6GB2)JPEG image files must conform to the DCF image file format. (DCF “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards for digital cameras regula
60GBPlaying Back Audio Files/JPEG Image Files of a USB DeviceYou can play audio files (MP3/WMA/AAC files)/JPEG image files stored in a USB device such
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device61GB• Some USB devices cannot be played back on the system depending on the file format.• The system can play ba
62GBPress X/x to select a file and press .The system starts playing the selected file. You can turn the file list off by pressing DVD MENU. Pressing
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device63GBTo play the next or previous JPEG image filePress c/C when the Control Menu display is not displayed. Note t
64GB• [FOLDER LIST]: The list of folders appears. Follow Step 2 of “Selecting an audio file or folder” or “Selecting a JPEG image file or folder.”• [P
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device65GB4 Press X/x or the number buttons to select the desired number.If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel
66GBYou can check the date information during playback when the Exif* tag is recorded in the JPEG image file.Press DISPLAY twice during playback.The
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device67GBthe name without overwriting the original folder or file.• Some USB devices cannot be played back on the sys
68GBx To select the desired MP3 file/folderPress X/x to select the MP3 file/folder, then press .The MP3 files/folders are marked. x To select all MP3
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device69GBPlayable USB DevicesYou can use the following Sony USB devices on the system.Verified Sony devices“WALKMAN”
7GB• This system can play a Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions c
70GB• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you may be able to operate a connected component using either the buttons on the remote or
Other Operations71GBGetting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room[SPEAKER FORMATION]Depending on the shape of the room, you cannot install some speakers.
72GBCalibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically[AUTO CALIBRATION]D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround
Other Operations73GB– front and surround speakers are not correctly connected.10 Press C/c to select [YES] or [NO], then press .x The measurement is O
74GBUsing the Sound EffectYou can reinforce bass frequencies.Press DYNAMIC BASS.“D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and bass frequencies a
Other Operations75GBChanging the Brightness of the Front Panel DisplayThe brightness of the front panel display can be set to either of 2 levels.1 Pre
76GB2 Current file name3 Current album and file numberNote• The system can only display the first level of the DVD/CD text, such as the disc name or t
Other Operations77GBTo check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file/DivX video file3)) textBy pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or DivX video files3) on a
78GBReturning to the Default Settings1 Press "/1 to turn on the system.2 Press x, A, and "/1 on the unit at the same time.“COLD RESET” appea
Additional Information79GBPrecautionsOn power sources• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not intend to use it for an extended per
8GBGetting StartedGetting StartedUnpacking• Front speakers (2) and surround speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Subwoofer (1)• AM loop antenna (aerial)
80GBNotes about the DiscsOn handling discs• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.• Do not stick paper or tape
Additional Information81GBTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to
82GBSoundColor irregularity occurs on the TV screen.The subwoofer and the front speakers in this system are magnetically shielded to prevent magnetic
Additional Information83GBOperationThe surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a sound track of Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio.•
84GBThe MP3 file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3 format that conforms to ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet.• The DATA DVD
Additional Information85GBYou cannot perform some functions such as stop, search, Slow-motion Play, or Repeat Play.• Depending on the disc, you may no
86GBUSB deviceSymptom Remedy“OVERLOAD” appears in the front panel display.• A problem has been detected with the level of electrical current from the
Additional Information87GB“DATA ERROR” appears in the front panel display during playback of an USB device.• The audio file/JPEG image file you want t
88GBYou cannot start recording/copying to an USB device.• The following problems may have occurred.– The USB device is full.– The number of MP3 files
Additional Information89GBSelf-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display)When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent
9GBGetting StartedInserting batteries into the remoteInsert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the
90GBSpecificationsAmplifier SectionStereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,1 kHz, 1% THD)Surround mode (reference) RMS output powerFL/FR/C/SL/SR*
Additional Information91GBGeneralPower requirements 220 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption On: 160 WStandby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) Ou
92GBsurround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural sound.DTSDigital audio compression technology developed by DTS, Inc.
Additional Information93GBLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Code Language Code Language Code Langua
94GBIndex to Parts and ControlFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.A "/1 (on/standby) (20, 78)B A (open/close) (28)C
Additional Information95GBA SPEAKER jacks (14)B COAXIAL 75Ω FM jack (18)C AM terminal (18)D EURO AV T OUTPUT (TO TV) jack (15)E DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA
96GBAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Playing statusB Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (74)C Displays system’s status such as chap
Additional Information97GBRemote controlALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONSA – O P – ZANGLE 3 (29)AUDIO qh (30)CLEAR es (34, 46, 54)D.TUNING ws (54
98GBGuide to the Control Menu DisplayYou can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information. Press DISPLAY repeate
Additional Information99GBExample: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.To turn off the displayPress DISPLAY.List of Control Menu itemsIte
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