Sony Bdv Z7 Operating Instructions

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A"/1 (on/standby) (page 35)
Turns on the system, or sets to standby 
mode.
BZ (open/close)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
CIllumination LED (page 64)
DLogo illumination LED (page 64)
EDisc tray (page 35)
F (remote sensor) (page 7)
GFront panel display
HPlay operation buttons (page 35)
N (play)
Starts or re-starts playback.
Plays a slideshow when a disc containing 
JPEG image files is inserted.
x (stop)Stops playback and remembers the stop 
point (resume point).
The resume point for a title/track is the last 
point you played or the last photo for a 
photo folder.FUNCTIONSelects the playback source.VOL +/–Adjusts the system’s volume.
IProtect indicator (page 81)
Lights up red when a power error, etc., is 
detected.
Control unit
FUNCTION
VOL
FUNCTION
VOL
Top view
With the front cover closed
With the front cover opened
 
						

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About the indications in the front panel displayALights up when the system is 
accessing the network. 
BFlashes when the sleep timer is set. 
(page 63)
CLights up when a station is received. 
(Radio only) (page 52)
DLights up when [FM Mode] is set to 
[Monaural]. (Radio only) (page 52)
ELights up when stereo sound is 
received. (Radio only) (page 52)
FLights up when outputting a video 
signal with the NTSC color system. 
GLights up when the external memory is 
recognized. (page 26)
HLights up when the HDMI OUT jack is 
correctly connected to an HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection)-
compliant device with HDMI or DVI 
(Digital Visual Interface) input.
ILights up when outputting 720p/1080i/
1080p video signals from the HDMI 
OUT jack or 720p/1080i video signals 
from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 
jacks.JLights up when outputting 1920 × 
1080p/24 Hz video signals.
K2CH: Lights up during playback with 
“2CH STEREO.”
LLights up when the sound of the 
system is muted. (page 35, 44)
MLights up when the DYNAMIC BASS 
function is on. (page 50)
NLights up when the night mode is on. 
(page 50)
OWIDE STAGE: Lights up during 
playback with “WIDE STAGE” 
surround sound effect.
PLights up when a disc is loaded.
QDisplays system’s status such as 
chapter, title, or track number, time 
information, radio frequency, playing 
status, etc.
RDisplays system’s playing status.Front panel display
SLEEP TUNED MONO STEREO NTSC
EXT HDMI HD 24P 2CH MUTING
BASS
NIGHT
STAGE WIDE
 
						

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AEXT slot (page 26)
BCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 
20)
CANTENNA (FM 75Ω COAXIAL) jack 
(page 25)
DDMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) jack 
(page 23)
EAUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 23)
FVIDEO OUT jack (page 20)GSAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) 
jack (page 23)
HTV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page 
22)
IVentilation slots
JHDMI OUT jack (page 20)
KLAN (100) terminal (page 27)
AVentilation slots
BSYSTEM CONTROL jack (page 18)
CSPEAKER R jack (page 19)
DSPEAKER L jack (page 19)Rear of the control unit
DC5V
0.7A MAX
FM75   
COAXIAL
L AUDIO IN DIGITAL IN
COAXIAL DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
DC5V
0.5A MAX
R
OUT
PR/CR
PB/CB
Y
EXTLAN(100)
HDMI
TV
SAT/CABLE
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
ANTENNA
DMPORT
Subwoofer
FRONT R FRONT L
SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-Z7
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE USE 4
 
						

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GB
Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the SystemFor the best possible sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position (A).
Place the system as illustrated below.Note Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, 
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
 Do not lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.
 Image distortion on the TV screen may occur depending on the location of the subwoofer. In this case, place the 
subwoofer away from the TV.
 Do not block the ventilation slots of the control unit and the subwoofer.
 Place both front speakers the same distance apart as they are from the listening position (to form an isosceles 
triangle).
 The front speakers should be placed at least 0.6 m apart.
 Place the front speakers forward of the TV. Make sure there are no reflecting obstacles in front of the speakers.To place the front speakersAn adjustable support is stored inside the bottom of the speaker.
Turn the adjustable support 90° or 180° when placing the speaker to prevent it from falling down.Getting StartedPositioning the speakers
AB
A
D
C
A
A Front left speaker (L)
B Front right speaker (R)
C Subwoofer
D Control unit
 
						

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Getting Started
Select the angle according to your preference.Note Both front speakers should be pointed straight forward. Do not place the speakers at an angle.Note on handling the subwooferDo not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer when lifting it. The speaker driver may be 
damaged. When lifting, hold the bottom of the subwoofer.Tip It is recommended to place the subwoofer on a hard floor.
 You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing the listening position.Caution Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.
 Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach 
the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where 
reinforcement is applied.
 Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or 
improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.If you install the speakers on the wall
When placing the speakers vertically When placing the speakers at the same 
angle as the control unit
90° 180°
CorrectIncorrect
Slits Subwoofer
 
						

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Getting Started
1
Before installing the speakers on a wall, check that the adjustable support is returned to 
its original position on the bottom of the speakers.
2
Connect the speaker cord 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 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #.
3
Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the rear of each speaker. 
See the illustrations below.
4
Fasten the screws to the wall.
5
Hang the speakers on the screws.
Adjustable support
Color tube
Front left speaker (L): White
Front right speaker (R): Red
Hole on the rear of the speaker
5 mm
10 mm
5 to 7 mmRear of the speaker
 
						

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Step 2: Connecting the SystemDo not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains) until all the 
other connections are made.
FUNCTIONVOL
FRONT R FRONT L
SYSTEM CONTROL ONLY FOR HCD-Z7
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE USE 4
: Signal flow Front left speaker (L) Front right speaker (R)Subwoofer Bottom of the subwoofer
AC power cord (mains lead)
Plug
FM wire antenna (aerial)
VCR, digital satellite 
receiver, or PlayStation, etc.
TVDIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
adapter Control unit
 
						

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Getting Started
Connect the system connector of the control unit to the SYSTEM CONTROL jack on the bottom of the 
subwoofer.
Insert the plug of the SYSTEM CONTROL connector, then secure the screws of the plug.Connecting the Control unit
FRONT R
FRONT L
SYSTEM CONT
ROL ONLY FOR 
HCD-Z7SPEAKER IMPEDANCE USE 4
DC5V
0.7A MAX
FM75   
COAXIAL
L AUDIO IN DIGITAL IN
COAXIAL DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
DC5V
0.5A MAX
R
OUT
PR/CR
PB/CB
Y
EXTLAN(100)
HDMI
TVSAT/CABLE
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
ANTENNA
DMPORT
Rear of the control unit Bottom of the subwoofer ScrewsPlug
SYSTEM CONTROL cable
Soft cloth (not supplied)
 
						

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Getting Started
To connect speaker cords to the subwooferThe connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker. 
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKER jacks of the subwoofer.
When connecting to the subwoofer, insert the connector until it clicks.To connect speaker cords to the speakerBe sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with 
the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Do not catch the speaker cord 
insulation (rubber covering) in the speaker terminals.Connecting the speakers
FRONT R
FRONT L
SYSTEM CONT
ROL ONLY FOR HCD-Z7SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
 USE 4
White 
(Front left speaker (L))
Red 
(Front right speaker (R))
Bottom of the subwooferSoft cloth (not supplied)
Front speakers
Color tube
(–)(+) ConnectorRear of the speaker
 
						

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Getting Started
To avoid short-circuiting the speakersShort-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these 
precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch 
another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.Note Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3, and # to #. If the cords 
are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.This connection sends a video signal to the TV.
Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method.Method 1: Video cord (A) connectionThis is the basic connection.Connecting the TV (Video connection)
Stripped speaker cord is 
touching another speaker 
terminal.Stripped cords are touching each 
other due to excessive removal of 
insulation.
DC5V
0.7A MAX
FM75   
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO IN DIGITAL IN
COAXIAL DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
DC5V
0.5A MAX
R
OUT
PR/CR
PB/CB
Y
E
X
TLAN(100)
HDMI
T
VS
A
T
/C
A
B
L
E
V
ID
E
O
O
U
T
AUDIO
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
ANTENNA
DMPORT
To the HDMI IN jack 
of the TV.To the video input 
jack of the TV.A Video cord
B HDMI cable (not supplied)
To the component video 
input jacks of the TV.C Component video 
cable (not supplied) Rear of the control unit