©2009 Sony Corporation4-122-238-12(1)DVD Home Theatre SystemOperating InstructionsDAV-HDX285 / HDX585 / HDX685
10GBGetting StartedDAV-HDX285Getting StartedUnpacking• Front speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Surround speakers (2)• Subwoofer (1)• AM loop antenna (
100GBSpecificationsAUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSfor the U.S. modelPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, fro
Additional Information101GBSpeakersFrontDAV-HDX285 (SS-TS94)Speaker system Full range Bass reflexSpeaker unit 65 mm (2 5/8 in) cone typeRated impedanc
102GBDesign and specifications are subject to change without notice.GlossaryDigital Cinema Auto CalibrationDigital Cinema Auto Calibration was develop
Additional Information103GBx Music modeThe Music mode is for use with any stereo music recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound space.Dolby Surr
104GB• Super Audio CD layer: A high-density signal layer for Super Audio CD•CD layer1): A layer that is readable by a conventional CD playerA Super Au
Additional Information105GBPlayback priority of file typesThe table below describes the playback priority of file types under the [MEDIA] setting.* Ex
106GBLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language1027
Additional Information107GBIndex to Parts and ControlFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.A "/1 (on/standby) (33, 89
108GBA SPEAKER jacks (25)B EZW-T100 slot (74)C COAXIAL 75Ω FM jack (31)D AM terminal (31)E TV/VIDEO (AUDIO IN R/L) jacks (28)F VIDEO OUT jack (26)G CO
Additional Information109GBAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Playing statusB Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (85)C Displays the s
11GBGetting StartedDAV-HDX585• Front speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Surround speakers (2)• Subwoofer (1)• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)• FM wire ant
110GBRemote controlALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONSA – O P – ZANGLE 3 (42)AUDIO qh (42)CLEAR es (46, 68)D.TUNING ws (68)DISC SKIP ed (40)DISPLAY
Additional Information111GBGuide to the Control Menu DisplayYou can use the Control Menu display to select a function and to view related information.
112GBExample: Control Menu display 1 when playing a DVD VIDEO.To turn off the displayPress DISPLAY.List of Control Menu itemsItem Item Name, Function
Additional Information113GB1)Except for North American models.2)These items are not displayed when playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD with video files (except
114GBIndexNumerics4:3 OUTPUT 615.1 Channel Surround 43AA/V SYNC 56ANGLE 42ATTENUAT E 8 5AUDIO 60AUDIO (HDMI) 62AUDIO DRC 63AUDIO SETUP 63AUTO CALIBRAT
115GBTTEST TONE 66TIME 49TRACK SELECTION 63TV TYPE 60VVIDEO SETUP 60VOLUME LIMIT 62
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12GBGetting StartedDAV-HDX685• Front speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Surround speakers (2)• Subwoofer (1)• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)• FM wire ant
13GBGetting StartedInserting batteries into the remoteInsert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to th
14GBGetting StartedStep 1: Installing the SystemFor the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening posit
15GBGetting StartedAttaching the foot pads to the subwooferAttach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer a
16GBGetting Started(DAV-HDX585/DAV-HDX685 only)Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker.(For the front speakers of DAV-
17GBGetting Started1 Insert the post into the hole on the bottom of the speaker so that the screw on the post faces the front of the speaker.2 Adjust
18GBGetting Started3 Thread the speaker cord through the hole in the base and post.The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same colo
19GBGetting Started4 Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the spe
2GBTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.Caution – The use of optical instruments with this p
20GBGetting Started6 Take up any speaker cord slack.Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base.Fully-assembled illustrat
21GBGetting StartedDAV-HDX685Surround left speaker (L): Blue labelWhite RedSurround right speaker (R):Gray labelFront left speaker (L): White labelFro
22GBGetting StartedCaution• Contact a screw shop or installer for information regarding the wall material or screws to be used.• Use screws that are s
23GBGetting StartedDAV-HDX585DAV-HDX6858 to 10 mm(11/32 to 13/32 inch)145 mm(5 3/4 inches)For the center speaker101.6 mm (4 inches)For the front speak
24GBGetting Started3 Hang the speakers on the screws.5 mm (7/32 inch)10 mm(13/32 inch)Hole on the back of the speakerRear of the speaker
25GBGetting StartedStep 2: Connecting the SystemFor connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.Do not connect the AC power cor
26GBGetting StartedThis connection sends a video signal to the TV.Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method.Method 1: Video cord
27GBGetting StartedTo change the color system (PAL or NTSC) (Asian, Australian, and Middle Eastern models only)Depending on the TV to be connected, yo
28GBGetting StartedThis connection sends an audio signal to the unit from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, perform this connection.Method
29GBGetting StartedYou can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers.Portable audio source (not supplied): GDIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: H (
3GBNOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These l
30GBGetting StartedIf your TV has multiple audio/video inputsYou can enjoy sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the
31GBGetting StartedTo assemble the AM loop antenna (aerial)To connect the antenna (aerial)Note• Keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) and cord away from t
32GBGetting 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
33GBGetting StartedStep 3: Performing the Quick SetupFollow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Displayed items vary de
34GBGetting Started8 Press C/c to select the speaker formation image as the speakers are actually positioned, then press .For details, see “Getting O
35GBGetting StartedDepending on the connection of the TV (page 26), select the type of video output of the system.To select the type of video signal o
36GBGetting Started8 Press C/c to select [START], then press .The system outputs a progressive signal for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is displaye
37GBGetting StartedStep 5: Enjoying Surround SoundYou can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes.
38GBGetting Started4 Press .The setting is made.5 Press SYSTEM MENU.The system menu turns off.About speaker outputThe table below describes the option
39GBGetting StartedTo turn the surround effect offSelect “A.F.D. STD,” “2CH STEREO,” or “HP 2CH” for “DEC. MODE.”Note• When the bilingual broadcast so
4GBAbout These Operating Instructions• The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the cont
40GBPlaying a DiscDepending on the DVD VIDEO or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted.Refer to the operating instructions supplied
Disc41GBTip• The DISC 1-5 indicators change their color as follows:– Green: the disc is selected, or the disc is being played back.– Off: there is no
42GB7)DVD VIDEO/DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+RW/DVD+R only. The button can be used except for DivX/MPEG4 video files (except for North American models).Note• Nois
Disc43GBdisplayed two or more times, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.x DVD-VRThe types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are disp
44GBSome Super Audio CDs consist of a 2 channel playback area and a multi-channel playback area. You can select the playback area you want to listen t
Disc45GBTo go back to the menuPress O RETURN.Note• Depending on the VIDEO CD, [Press ENTER] in Step 3 may appear as [Press SELECT] in the operating in
46GBUsing 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
Disc47GBTo 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
48GBx VIDEO CD/Super Audio CD/CD•[OFF]: Off.• [ALL DISCS]: You can repeat all of the discs.• [ONE DISC]: You can repeat all of the tracks on the curre
Disc49GBThis 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
5GBAbout the S-AIR functionThe system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows transmission of sound between S-AIR products wirelessly. The
50GB3 Input the time code using the number buttons.For example, to find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds after the beginning: press 2, 1
Disc51GB3 Press DISPLAY.The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA], then press .The options for [MEDIA] appea
52GB6 Press X/x to select a folder.x To go to the next or previous pagePress / .x To play JPEG image files in a folderPress H to start playing the sel
Disc53GB6 Press X/x to select the desired folder and press H.The system starts playing the selected folder.You can turn the folder list on/off by pres
54GB3 Press DISPLAY.The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.4 Press X/x to select [MEDIA], then press .The options for [MEDIA] appear.5
Disc55GB• The system cannot play a DivX video file of size more than 720 (width) × 576 (height) or 2GB.• Depending on the DivX video file, sound may s
56GBTo go to the next or previous pagePress / .To return to the previous displayPress O RETURN.To stop playbackPress x.To play the next or previous vi
Disc57GBRestricting Playback of the Disc[PARENTAL CONTROL]The [PARENTAL CONTROL] function allows you to restrict playback of DVDs that have ratings. S
58GBTo 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 and p
Disc59GBChanging the System Settings by Using the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound.Displayed items var
6GBTable of ContentsAbout These Operating Instructions ...4About the S-AIR function...5Playable Discs...
60GBx [OSD] (On-Screen Display)You can switch the display language on the TV screen.x [MENU] (DVD VIDEO only)You can switch the language for the disc’
Disc61GBThe system outputs a progressive signal for 5 seconds. Check that the screen is displayed correctly.3 Press C/c to select [YES], then press .
62GBx [HDMI RESOLUTION]You can select the type of video signal that is output from the HDMI OUT jack. For details, see “To select the type of video si
Disc63GB[SD ]: The system outputs standard resolution with a black frame.[HD ]: The system outputs HD resolution with a black frame. [HD]: The syste
64GBx [SCREEN SAVER]You can reduce the damage to the display device (ghosting). Press any button (e.g., H) to cancel the screen saver.[ON]: The screen
Disc65GB[SURROUND][YES]: Normally select this.[NONE]: Select this if no surround speakers are used.[SUBWOOFER][YES]Note• When you change the [CONNECTI
66GB[SUBWOOFER] +2.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.* This item appears when you set [CENTER] to [YES] in the [CONNECTION] setting.x [LEVEL (SURROUND)]Yo
Tuner67GBPresetting Radio StationsYou can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.1 Pre
68GBListening to the RadioPreset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 67)).1 Press FUNCTION +/– repeated
Tuner69GBIf you make a mistakePress C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character. To erase
7GBPlayable Discs1)MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG for compresses audio data. MP3 files must be in MPEG1 Audio Laye
70GBUsing the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” SyncThis function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function only.By connecting Sony com
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device71GB2 Press DISPLAY while the system is in stop mode.The Control Menu display appears on the TV screen.3 Press
72GBVIDEO,” TV sound is output from the system speakers automatically. • While you are watching the TV and the function of the system is switched to “
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device73GBUsing the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT AdapterThe DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is for enjoying sound from a por
74GBUsing an S-AIR ProductThe unit is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 103), which allows sound transmission between S-AIR products. When you
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device75GB• Do not insert anything other than the wireless transmitter into the EZW-T100 slot.3 Make sure to use the s
76GBTo set the ID of the S-AIR receiverRefer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.To use multiple S-AIR main unitsYou can use multiple
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device77GBTo control the system from the S-AIR receiverYou can control the system from the S-AIR receiver by using the
78GBx After pairingSound transmission is established between the paired unit and S-AIR sub unit(s) only.To perform pairing1 Place the S-AIR sub unit t
Control for HDMI/External Audio Device79GB2 Press X/x repeatedly until “RF CHANGE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.3 Press X/x t
8GB4)A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).Notes on discsThis product is d
80GBGetting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room[SPEAKER FORMATION]Depending on the shape of the room, you cannot install some speakers. For better surro
Other Operations81GBCalibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically[AUTO CALIBRATION]D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appr
82GBx The measurement is not OK.Follow the message, then select [YES] to retry.Note• While the Auto Calibration function is working, do not operate th
Other Operations83GBUsing the Sound EffectYou can reinforce bass frequencies.Press DYNAMIC BASS.“D. BASS ON” appears in the front panel display and ba
84GBSelecting the Effect to Suit the SourceYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until
Other Operations85GBChanging the Input Level of the Sound from Connected ComponentsDistortion may occur when you listen to a component connected to th
86GBChanging the Brightness of the Front Panel DisplayYou can set the brightness of the front panel display to either of 2 levels.1 Press SYSTEM MENU.
Other Operations87GBx DATA CD (video file)/DATA DVD (video file) (Except for North American models)1 Playing time of the current file2 Current file na
88GBTo check DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 file/video file1)) textBy pressing DISPLAY while playing MP3 files or video files1) on a DATA CD/DATA DVD, you can
Other Operations89GBReturning to the Default Settings1 Press "/1 to turn on the system.2 Press x, N, and "/1 on the unit at the same time.“C
9GB• If MP3 files and JPEG image files in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played
90GBPrecautionsOn power sources• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To discon
Additional Information91GBNotes about the DiscsOn handling discs• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.• Do n
92GBTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the probl
Additional Information93GBPictureSymptom RemedyThere is no picture. • The video connecting cords are not connected securely.• The video connecting cor
94GBSoundSymptom RemedyThere is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely.• Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON” is displayed in the
Additional Information95GBOperationNo sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers.• Check the speaker connections and set
96GBThe video file cannot be played (except for North American models).• The file is not created in DivX format or MP4 file format.• The file has an e
Additional Information97GBThe S-AIR functionThe Control for HDMI function does not work.• When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display, ch
98GBThere is noise or the sound skips. • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m (about 25 feet) away from the S-AIR main unit you
Additional Information99GBSelf-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display)When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent
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