Sony Dav Dz30 Operating Instructions

©2008 Sony Corporation3-283-028-11(1)
DVD Home Theatre 
System
Operating Instructions
DAV-DZ30
 

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To reduce the risk of fire or electric 
shock, do not expose this apparatus 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 news papers, 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.
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus...

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Welcome! ................................................ 2
About This Manual ................................. 5
This System Can Play the Following 
Discs ................................................. 6
Getting Started – BASIC –
Step 1: Connecting the System and 
TV ............................................... 9
Step 2: Positioning the System ... 13
Step 3: Performing the Quick 
Setup ........................................ 13
Getting Started 
– ADVANCED –
Turning off the Demonstration...

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Advanced Settings and 
Adjustments
Locking Discs ....................................... 54
(CUSTOM PARENTAL 
CONTROL, PARENTAL 
CONTROL)
Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a 
Room .............................................. 57
(SPEAKER FORMATION)
Using the Setup Display........................ 59
Setting the Display or Sound Track 
Language ........................................ 60
[LANGUAGE SETUP]
Settings for the Display......................... 61
[SCREEN SETUP]
Custom Settings...

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 The instructions in this manual 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 a general term for 
DVD VIDEOs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, and 
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs.
 Measurements are expressed in feet (ft) for 
North American models.
 The following symbols are used in this 
manual.
1)MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format 
defined by...

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“DVD-RW,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD+R,”
“DVD VIDEO,” and the “CD” logos are trademarks.
Note about CDs/DVDs
The system can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
– audio CD format
– VIDEO CD format
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and 
DivX video files* of format conforming to 
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, or its extended 
format, JolietThe system can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs recorded in the 
following formats:
– MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and 
DivX video...

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view the disc by normal playback. Also some 
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet 
Write format cannot be played.
Music discs encoded with 
copyright protection 
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with 
copyright protection technologies are marketed 
by some record companies. Please be aware that 
among those discs, there are some that do not 
conform to the CD standard and may not be...

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Getting Started – BASIC –
See Unpacking in Specifications, page 71.
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching 
the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it 
at the remote sensor   on the unit.
Note Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. 
 Do not use a new battery with an old one.
 Do not drop any foreign object into the remote...

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Getting Started – BASIC –
The following is the connection of the unit to the speakers and TV.
Refer to the connection diagram below, and read the additional information from 1 to 4 on the 
following pages.
Step 1: Connecting the System and TV
SPEAKERANTENNA
FRONT R FRONT L SUR   R SUR   L CENTER SUBWOOFER
OUTPUT(TO TV)
COAXIALAMFM75EURO AV
AM loop antenna (aerial)
Subwoofer AC power cord (mains lead)
FM wire antenna 
(aerial)
TV Front speaker (R) Center speaker Front speaker (L)
Surround speaker...

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Getting Started – BASIC –
1 Connecting the Speakers
Required cords
The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be 
connected.
Note Do not catch the speaker cord insulation in the SPEAKER jack.
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-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...