©2003 Sony Corporation
4-248-074-12(1)
Super Audio CD/
DVD RECEIVER
Operating instructions
Mode d'emploi
AVD-S500ES
US
FR
2US
3
Caution The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase eye
hazard.
For the customers in the U.S.A
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
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 a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear 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. AVD-S500ES
Serial No.______________
WARNING
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 limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
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.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
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.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For the customers in Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S.
registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
Sony Corporation has determined
that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency.
WARNING
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Precautions
Safety
· If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and
have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
· The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long
as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
· Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not
intend to use it for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
Installing
· Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
· 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 near heat sources such as
radiators, or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or
shock.
· 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.
· Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
· If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, moisture may condense inside the receiver
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.
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Super
Audio CD/DVD RECEIVER. Before operating
this system, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
On placement
· Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the receiver.
· 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. Do
not place the unit in a confined space where
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
· Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything
on the receiver. The receiver is equipped with a high
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots on the top
surface are blocked, the unit can overheat and
malfunction.
· Do not place the receiver on a soft surface such as a
rug that might block the ventilation holes on the
bottom.
· Do not place the receiver in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
On operation
· If the receiver is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lenses inside the
receiver. Should this occur, the receiver may not
operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and
leave the receiver turned on for about half an hour
until the moisture evaporates.
· When you move the receiver, take out any disc. If you
don't, the disc may be damaged.
· For power saving purposes, the receiver can be
completely turned off by the POWER button on the
main unit. Though the LED remains lit for a while,
the receiver is completely off.
Welcome!
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On adjusting volume
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 played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available CD/DVD
cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.
On your TV's color
If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
color irregularity, turn off the TV at once then turn it
on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should
persist, place the speakers farther away from the set.
The nameplate is located on the rear of the unit.
On moving the receiver
When you carry the receiver, use the following
procedure to protect the inner mechanism.
Remove the disc. "NO DISC" is displayed in the front
panel display. Turn off the receiver and remove the AC
power cord from a wall outlet.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This receiver is capable of holding a still
video image or on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still
video image or on-screen display image displayed
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk
permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
this.
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Welcome! ................................................ 3
Precautions .............................................. 3
About this Manual................................... 7
This receiver Can Play the Following
Discs ................................................. 7
Terms for discs........................................ 7
Notes about Discs ................................... 9
Guide to the Control Menu Display...... 11
Getting Started
Unpacking ............................................. 13
Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14
Step 2: Antenna Hookups ..................... 17
Step 3: TV and Video Component
Hookups.......................................... 19
Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord
(mains lead) .................................... 21
Speaker Setup........................................ 22
Playing Discs
Playing Discs ........................................ 23
Resuming Playback from the Point Where
You Stopped the Disc ..................... 25
(Resume Play)
Using the DVD's Menu ........................ 26
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions
(Ver. 2.0)......................................... 26
(PBC Playback)
Playing an MP3 Audio Track ............... 27
Playing JPEG Image Files .................... 29
Creating Your Own Program ................ 31
(Program Play)
Playing in Random Order ..................... 32
(Shuffle Play)
Playing Repeatedly ............................... 33
(Repeat Play)
Searching for a Particular Point on a
Disc ................................................. 34
(Scan, Slow-motion Play)
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/
Index/Album/File............................ 35
Viewing Disc Information .................... 37
Sound Adjustments
Changing the Sound.............................. 42
Enjoying Surround Sound .................... 44
Selecting the Surround Back Decoding
Mode............................................... 48
Selecting the Decode Priority ............... 49
Changing the Speaker Impedance
Value .............................................. 50
Using Various Additional
Functions
Changing the Angles ............................ 51
Displaying Subtitles.............................. 52
Adjusting the Playback Picture............. 53
(PICTURE MODE)
Locking Discs ....................................... 54
(CUSTOM PARENTAL
CONTROL, PARENTAL
CONTROL)
Other Operations
Controlling Other Units with the Supplied
Remote ........................................... 59
Using Other Units ................................. 62
Enjoying the Radio ............................... 62
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel ............................................... 65
Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display ....................... 66
Setting the Display or Sound Track
Language ........................................ 67
(LANGUAGE SETUP)
Settings for the Display ........................ 68
(SCREEN SETUP)
Custom Settings .................................... 69
(CUSTOM SETUP)
Settings for the Speakers ...................... 70
(SPEAKER SETUP)
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