Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX589W User manual

SONY:
4-122-239-13(1)
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-HDX589W /HDX686W
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For the customers in the U.S.A.
Date of Manufacture Marking is located on the bottom
exterior.
I
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIOUE NE PAS OUVRIR
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
arisk of electric shock to persons.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear
exterior of the unit. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to them whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DAV-HDX589W
Serial No. _
WARNING
Do not install the appliance in aconfined space, such
as abookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources
such as lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-
installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the
installation instructions.
Indoor use only.
Caution -The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase eye
hazard.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1LASERLAITE
KLASS 1LASERAPPARAT
This appliance is
classified as aCLASS I
LASER product. This
marking is located onthe
rear exterior.
The following FCC statement applies only to the
version of this model manufactured for sale in the
USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.
About the surround amplifier
•The nameplate is located on the side exterior.
•For the customers in the U.S.A.: Date of Manufacture
Marking is located on the bottom exterior.
Precautions
On power sources
•The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long
as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
•As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in aresidential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause hannful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).
-Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally,
or has been dropped.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radiorrV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved
in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment. •
""IU'iiMij
ENERGY STAR® is aU.S.
registered mark.
As
an ENERGY ST AR® partner,
Sony Corporation has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY
ST
AR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
Important Safety Instructions
I) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding
type plug has two blades and athird grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer. or sold with
the apparatus. When acart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW.RT10/EZW·RT1OAt
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipmentcomplies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines
in
Supplement Cto OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated with
at least 20cm and more between the radiator and
person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and ankles).
Notice for the customers in
Canada
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW.RT10/EZW·RT1 OAt
This ClassBdigital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
This device complies with RSS-Gen
of IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(I) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of this
device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
RSS-I02
of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated with
at least 20cm and more between the radiator and
persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and ankles).

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About These Operating
Instructions
•The instructions in these Operating
Instructions describe the controls on the
remote. You can also use the controls on the
unit
if they have the same or similar names as
those on the remote.
•The Control Menu items may vary depending
on the area.
•"DVD" may be used as ageneral term for a
DVD VIDEO, DVD+RWIDVD+R, and DVD-
RW/DVD-R.
•Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for
North American models.
•The default setting is underlined.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights. Use
of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital
and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix
surround decoder and the DTS** Digital
Surround System.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,487,535 &other U.S. and worldwide patents
issued &pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround
are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks ofDTS, Inc. ©1996-2008
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This system incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface
(HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the
HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC.
"DVD-RW," "DVD-R," "DVD+RW,"
"DVD+R," "DVD VIDEO," and the "CD"
logos are trademarks.
"BRA VIA" is atrademark of Sony Corporation.
"PLAYSTA
nON" is atrademark of Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
"S-AIR" and its logo are trademarks
of Sony
Corporation.

About the S·AIR function
The system is compatible with the S-AIR
function, which allows transmission
of sound
between S-AIR products wirelessly.
The following S-AIR products can be used with
the system:
•Surround amplifier (supplied): You can enjoy
surround speaker sound wirelessly.
•S-AIR receiver (optional): You can enjoy
system sound in another room.
The S-AIR receiver can be purchased as an
option (the S-AIR product lineup differs
depending on the area).
Notes
or instructions for the surround amplifier
or S-AIR receiver in these Operating
Instructions refer only to when the surround
amplifier or S-AIR receiver is used.
Fordetails on the S-AIR function, see "Using an
S-AIR Product" (page 73).
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Table of Contents
About These Operating Instructions .4
About the S-AIR function 5
Playable Discs 7
Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the System 13
Step 2: Connecting the System 24
Step 3: Setting up the Wireless
System 34
Step 4: Performing the Quick
Setup 35
Step 5: Selecting the Source 39
Step 6: Enjoying Surround
Sound 40
Disc
Playing aDisc .43
Using Play Mode .49
Searching/Selecting Disc Contents
51
Playing MP3 Files/1PEG Image Files 53
Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture
and Sound 57
Restricting Playback
of the Disc 58
Changing the System Settings by Using
the Setup Display 60
Tuner
Presetting Radio Stations 67
Listening to the Radio 68
Control for HDMl/External
Audio Device
Using the Control for HDMI Function for
"BRAVIA" Sync 70
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
Adapter 72
Using an S-AIR Product 73
Other Operations
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a
Room 79
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings
Automatically 80
Controlling the TV with the Supplied
Remote
81
Using the Sound Effect.. 82
Selecting the Effect to Suit
the Source
83
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound .. 83
Changing the Input Level of the Sound
from Connected Components 84
Using the Sleep Timer 84
Changing the Brightness
of the Front
Panel Display
85
Viewing Information About the Disc 85
Returning to the Default Settings 87
Additional Information
Precautions 89
Notes about the Discs 90
Troubleshooting
91
Self-diagnosis Function 98
Specifications 99
Glossary
101
Playback priority of file types 104
Language Code List..
105
Index to Parts and ControL 106
Guide to the Control Menu Display
III
Index 114

Playable Discs
Type
DVDVIDEO
VR (Video
Recording) mode
VIDEO CD
Disc logo
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RW
Characteristics
·DVDVIDEO
•DVD-RJDVD-RW in DVD VIDEO
format or video mode
•DVD+RJDVD+RW in
DVD VIDEO
format
•DVD-RJDVD-RW in
VR (Video
Recording) mode (except for
DVD-R
DL)
• VIDEO CD (Ver. 1.1 and 2.0 discs)
•
SuperVCD
•CD-RlCD-RW/CD-ROM in video CD
format or Super VCD format
Icon
Super Audio CD
CD
DATA CD
DATADVD
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SUPER AUDIO CD
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DIGITAL AUDIO
•Super Audio CD
•Audio CD
• CD-RlCD-RW in audio CD format
·CD-RlCD-RW/CD-ROM in DATA CD
format, containing MP3 files1) and JPEG
image files2\and conforming to ISO
96603)Level I/Level 2,
or Joliet
(extended format)
•DVD-ROMIDVD-RJDVD-RWI
DVD+RJDVD+RW in
DATA DVD
format, containing MP3 files I) and JPEG
image files2), and conforming to UDF
(Universal Disk Format)
M'e·
I)MP3 (MPEG IAudio Layer 3) is astandard format defined by ISO/MPEG for compresses audio data. MP3 files
must be in
MPEG IAudio Layer 3format.
2)JPEG image files must conform to the
DCF image file format. (DCF "Design rule for Camera File system": Image
standards for digital cameras regulated by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association
(JEITA).)
3) Alogical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for
Standardization).
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Notes on discs
This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some
of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform
to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this product.
The system cannot play the following discs:
•CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded
in the formats listed on page 7
•CD-ROM recorded in PHOTO CD format
•Data part
of CD-Extra
•CD Graphics disc
•DVD Audio
•DATA CD/DATA DVD that does not contain MP3 files
or JPEG image files
•DVD-RAM
•Blu-ray Disc
Also, the system cannot play the following discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with adifferent region code (page 9)
• A disc that has anon-standard shape (e.g., card, heart)
• A disc with paper or stickers on it
• A disc that has the adhesive
of cellophane tape or asticker still left on it
In some cases, CD-RlCD-RWIDVD-RlDVD-RWIDVD+RlDVD+RW cannot be played on this system
due to the recording quality or physical condition
of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording
device and authoring software.
The disc will not play ifit has not been correctly finalized. For more information, refer
to the operating
instructions for the recording device.
Note that some playback functions may not work with some DVD+RWsIDVD+Rs, even if they have
been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA
CDslDATA
DVDs created in Packet Write format cannot be played.
•This system can
playa Multi Session CD when an MP3 file is contained in the first session. Any
subsequent MP3 files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
•This system can
playa Multi Session CD when aJPEG image file is contained in the first session.
Any subsequent JPEG image files recorded in later sessions can also be played back.
• 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 back.

Your system has aregion code printed on the rear of the unit and will only playa DVD labeled with
the same region code.
ADVD VIDEO labeled
~ will also play on this system.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message [Playback prohibited by area limitations.] will
appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO,
no region code indication may be given even
though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.
Some playback operations on aDVD or VIDEO CD may be intentionally set by software producers.
Since this system will
playa DVD or VIDEO CD according to the disc contents the software producers
designed, some playback features may not be available. Be sure to read the operating instructions
supplied with the DVD or VIDEO CD.
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•Screws (with washer) (4)
•Speaker cord cover (1)
•Speaker cord holder
(1 )
•Surround amplifier (1)
•Operating Instructions
•Quick Setup Guide
•Setup Disc (DVD)
•DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (TDM-iP20) (1)
•Wireless transceivers (2)
•Operating Instructions for
the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter (TDM-iP20)
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•Foot pads (1 set)
•Speaker cords (6, red/white/
green/graylblue/purple)
•Calibration mic (1)
•Video cord
(l)
•Remote commander
(remote)
(1)
•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
•Bases (2)
•Posts (2)
•Screws (black) (4)
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•FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
•Subwoofer (l )
•Surround speakers (2)
•AM loop antenna (aerial)
(1)
DAV·HDX589W
•Front speakers (2)
•Center speaker
(l)

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•Wireless transceivers (2)
•Operating Instructions
•Quick Setup Guide
•Setup Disc (DVD)
•Speaker cord holder
(1)
•Speaker cord cover (1)
•Screws (with washer) (8)
•Surround amplifier
(1)
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•Calibration mic (1)
•Screws (black) (8)
•Posts (4)
•Foot pads
(1 set)
•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
•Remote commander
(remote)
(I)
•Video cord (I)
•Speaker cords (6, red/white/
green/graylblue/purple)
•FM wire antenna (aerial)
(1)
•AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) •Bases (4)
•Subwoofer (1)
•Surround speakers (2)
•Center speaker
(I)
•Front speakers (2)
DAV·HDX686W

Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the <±l and eends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor mon the unit.
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•Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
•Do not use anew battery with an old one.
•Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
•Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause amalfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
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Front right speaker (R)
Surround right speaker (R)
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Surround left speaker (L)
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Subwoofer Center speaker
Front left speaker (L)
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•Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on aspecially treated (waxed,
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining
or discoloration may result.
•Do not lean or hang on aspeaker, as it may fall down.
For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position
(0). The distance can be between 1.0 to 7.0 meters.
If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the samedistance as (0), you can move
the center speaker up to 1.6 meters closer to the listening position
(0), and the surround speakers up
to 5.0 meters closer to the listening position
(0).
The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room.
Step 1: Installing the System

Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer
Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent
it from slipping.
Remove the foot pads from
the protective cover.
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Before connecting the speakers, attach the speaker stand to the speaker.
(For the front speakers ofDAV-HDX589W, and the front and surround speakers ofDAV-HDX686W)
Use the parts as follows:
DAV·HDX589W
•Front spe~akers (2)
•Speaker cords (2, red/white)
•Posts (2)
•Bases (2)
•Screws (black) (4)
•Screws (with washer) (4)
DAV·HDX686W
•Front and surround speakers (4)
•Speaker cords (4, red/white/blue/gray)
•Posts (4)
•Bases (4)
•Screws (black) (8)
•Screws (with washer) (8)
For details
of how to connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks, see page 24.
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•Spread acloth on the floor to avoid damaging the floor when you assemble the speakers.
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•You can use the speaker without the speaker stand by installing it on the wall (page 21).
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Secure two screws (with
washer).
Example: Lowest position
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Rear of the speaker
Post
t
Speaker
Screw
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2Adjust the height of the speaker, then secure the post with two screws (with washer).
You can change the height of the speakerdepending on the screw positions. Adjust the screw holes
of the post to the holes on the rear of the speaker <@, @, @, or @). The height of the speaker can
be increased by using the holes in order from @to @.
1Insert the post into the hole on the bottom of the speaker so that the screw on the post
faces the front of the speaker.

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Top of the base
Bottom of the base
Speaker cord
Be careful with the orientation of the post. Thread the speakercord into the end of the post that has
two holes.
3Thread the speaker cord through the hole in the base and post.
The connector and color tube of the speakercords are the same coloras the label of the jacks to be
connected.
Use the speaker cords as follows:
•Front left speaker (L): White
•Front right speaker (R): Red
•Surround left speaker (L): Blue (DAV-HDX686W only)
•Surround right speaker (R): Gray (DAV-HDX686W only)

Screws
(black)
Post
~SIOI
Color tube
Front left speaker (L): White
Front right speaker (R): Red
Surround left speaker (L): Blue (DAV-HDX686W only)
Surround right speaker (R): Gray (DAV-HDX686W only)
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•Make sure that the slot on the post aligns with the projection of the base by rotating the post slightly.
Projection
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5Attach the post to the base.
Insert the post so that the slot on the lower part of the post aligns with the projection of the base,
then secure the post with the two screws (black).
4Connect the speaker cords to the speaker.
Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord
with the color tube to
<,±>, and the speaker cord without the color tube to e.

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t---I- Secure the speaker cord by running it
through the slot.
Front right speaker (R):
Red label
--+ Adjust the length of the cord.
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White Red
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Front left speaker (L):
White label
Fully·aSisembled illustration
DAV·HI]IX589W
6Take up any speaker cord slack.
Take up slack in the speaker cord by pulling from the bottom of the base.

DAV·HDX686W
Front left speaker (L): Front right speaker (R): Surround left speaker (L): Surround right speaker(R):
White label Red label Blue label Gray label
White
Red Blue Gray
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