HT-C800DP 4-247-292-11(1)
4-247-292-11(1)
© 2003 Sony Corporation
HT-C800DP
Home Theater
System
Operating Instructions
HT-C800DP 4-247-292-11(1)
2GB
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase
or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with
newspapers, 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.
Except for customers in
the United States and
Canada
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product. The label
is located on the rear panel.
For the customers in
Europe
The following caution label is
located inside the apparatus.
For the customers in the
United States
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. _____________
Serial No.______________
CAUTION
Use of this appliance with some
systems may present a shock or fire
hazard. Do not use with any units
which have the following marking
located near output.
"WARNING! HAZARDOUS
ENERGY!···"
CAUTION
As the laser beam used in this unit
is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
This label is located on the rear
panel.
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 system.
- Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the system 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.
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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this Sony
Home Theater System. Before
operating this system, please read
this manual thoroughly and retain it
for future reference.
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.
Precautions
Safety
· Caution The use of optical
instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
· 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
· 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
unit 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.
Except for customers in
Europe
For the customers in
Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED
AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO
PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
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4GB
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 system, 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
further away from the set.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This system 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.
On moving the system
Before you move the system, remove all discs.
Press x and DISC SELECT 4 on the system
simultaneously until "MECH LOCK" appears on
the front panel display. You can then turn off the
system and unplug the AC power cord.
Precautions
On power sources
AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified service shop.
On placement
· Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the
system.
· 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.
· The system is equipped with a high power
amplifier. If the ventilation slots on the bottom
are blocked, the unit can overheat and
malfunction.
· Do not place the system on a soft surface such
as a rug that might block the ventilation holes
on the bottom.
· Do not place the system in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
On operation
· If the system 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
system. Should this occur, the system may not
operate properly. In this case, remove the disc
and leave the system turned on for about half an
hour until the moisture evaporates.
· When you move the system, make sure that you
take out all discs. Otherwise, the discs may be
damaged.
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Table of Contents
WARNING .......................................................................................................... 2
Welcome! ........................................................................................................... 3
Precautions ........................................................................................................ 4
About this Manual .............................................................................................. 7
This System Can Play the Following Discs ........................................................ 7
Notes about the Discs ...................................................................................... 10
Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 11
Guide to the Control Menu Display .................................................................. 16
Getting Started ................................................................ 18
Quick Overview ................................................................................................ 18
Unpacking ........................................................................................................ 18
Inserting Batteries into the Remote ................................................................. 18
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup ..................................................................... 19
Step 2: Antenna Hookups ................................................................................ 22
Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups .................................................... 24
Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 26
Presetting Radio Stations ................................................................................ 27
Playing Discs .................................................................. 29
Playing Discs ................................................................................................... 29
Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc
(Resume Play) ........................................................................................... 31
Using the DVD's Menu ..................................................................................... 31
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC Playback) .............................. 32
Playing an MP3 Audio Track ............................................................................ 33
Playing JPEG Image File ................................................................................. 34
To rotate the current image .............................................................................. 36
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) ................................................... 36
Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) ............................................................ 38
Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play) .................................................................... 39
Searching for a Scene ....................................................... 40
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play) .............. 40
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Album/File ...................................... 42
Viewing Information About the Disc ....................................... 44
Viewing the Playing Time and Remaining Time on the Front Panel Display .... 44
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time ............................................ 46