Sony DAV-C450 manual Guide to the Control Menu Display Magic Pad, 15GB

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Guide to the Control Menu Display (Magic Pad)

Use the Control Menu to select a function that you’d like to use. The Control Menu display appears when the DVD DISPLAY button is pressed. For details, refer to the page in parentheses.

Control Menu

Total number of titles or tracks recorded

Total number of chapters or indexes recorded

Current playing title number (VIDEO

 

 

 

 

Playback status

 

CD/Super Audio CD/CD: track

 

 

 

 

 

number)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(NPlayback, XPause, xStop, etc.)

Current playing chapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

number (VIDEO CD/Super

 

 

1 2 ( 2 7 )

 

 

 

 

PLAY

 

 

Audio CD/CD: index number)

 

 

1 8 ( 3 4 )

 

 

 

 

DVD

 

Type of the disc

Playing time

 

 

T 1 : 3 2 : 5 5

 

 

 

being played back

 

 

 

 

 

 

Icon of selected

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current setting

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Menu item

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Menu items

 

 

1: ENGLISH

 

 

 

 

 

 

Options

 

 

2: FRENCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3: SPANISH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Function name of selected

SUBTITLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Menu item

Select:

 

ENTER Cancel: RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operation message

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

List of Control Menu Items

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TITLE (DVD only) (page 42)/

 

 

Selects the title (DVD), the scene (VIDEO

SCENE (only VIDEO CD in PBC

 

 

CD in PBC playback), or the track

playback) (page 42)/TRACK (VIDEO CD

 

(VIDEO CD) to be played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

only) (page 42)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHAPTER (DVD only) (page

 

 

Selects the chapter (DVD) or the index

42)/INDEX (VIDEO CD only) (page 42)

 

 

(VIDEO CD) to be played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRACK (Super Audio CD/CD

 

 

Selects the track (Super Audio CD/CD) to

only)(page 42)

 

 

 

 

 

be played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INDEX (Super Audio CD/CD

 

 

Selects the index (Super Audio CD/CD) to

only) (page 42)

 

 

 

 

 

be played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIME/TEXT (page 42)

 

 

Checks the elapsed time and the remaining

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

playback time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inputs the time code for picture and music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

searching.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Displays the DVD or the Super Audio CD/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD text.

 

AUDIO (page 47)

 

 

Changes the audio setting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

continued

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Contents Compact AV System Owner’s Record For the customers in the United StatesWelcome Precautions Table of Contents Enjoying Movies Sound AdjustmentsUsing Various Additional Functions Settings and AdjustmentsAbout this Manual This system Can Play the Following DiscsTerms for discs Disc type You can Region codeExamples of discs that the system Cannot play DVDs and Video CDsCopyrights Disc changer system 10GBIndex to Parts and Controls 12GB When playing back a DVDWhen playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, or Video CD When listening to the radioRear Panel 13GB14GB Guide to the Control Menu Display Magic Pad 15GBControl Menu 16GB Quick Overview Unpacking17GB Inserting Batteries into the Remote Terminals for connecting the speakers 19GBConnect 20GB To avoid short-circuiting the speakersExamples of poor conditions of the speaker cord Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas to listen to the radio Terminals for connecting the antennasAntenna Hookups 21GBIf you have poor FM reception 22GBRequired cords Jacks for connecting video componentsTV and Video Component Hookups 23GBIf the color system of the TV is PAL Setup for the system for Asian and Australian modelsConnecting the AC Power Cord 24GBSpeaker Setup 25GBPlace the subwoofer farther away from the TV set 26GB Specifying the speaker parametersXSIZE 27GB XDISTANCESpecifying the rear speaker position and height 28GB To specify the balance and level of the speakersXBALANCE 29GB 30GB Presetting Radio StationsPress Preset + or to select the preset number you want Preset number appears on the front panel display31GB Press EnterRepeat 1 to 5 to store other stations Press H Playing Discs32GB Place a disc on the disc trayOperation 33GBAdditional operations To turn off the systemWhile playing a disc, press x to stop playback 34GBPlaying Discs Using the DVD’s Menu35GB Press DVD TOP Menu or DVD MenuTo go back to the menu Playing Video CDs with PBC Functions PBC Playback36GB Start playing a Video CD with PBC functionsStop mode, press DVD Display Selecting the Disc Mode37GB One Disc or All DiscsSelect the title, chapter, or track you want to Program 38GBPress ENTER, then press X/x to select the disc Press cShuffle Play Playing in random order39GB Press H to start Program PlayPlay Select the Repeat Play settingPlaying repeatedly Repeat 40GBSearching for a Particular Point on a Disc Scan, Slow Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track/Index/ Scene 43GB Searching for a SceneTo turn off the Control Menu 44GB Playback Press DVD Display during46GB Press DVD Display during playback Press X/x to select the desired audio signalChanging the Sound 47GBPCM stereo 48GBDisplaying the audio information Disc Display examples are as followsSound field you want appears on Enjoying Surround Sound49GB Press Sound Field repeatedly untilSelecting other sound fields 50GB51GB Sound AdjustmentsPress Sound Field repeatedly to select D. or 2CH Stereo Adjustable parameters52GB To turn the surround effect offSpeakers 2CH Stereo Using only the frontParameters 53GBPress c or Enter Changing the Angles54GB Press X/x to select AngleDisplaying the Subtitles 55GBPress X/x to select the language Press X/x to select ADVANCED, then press Enter 56GBPress X/x to select the items Displays of each itemLocking Discs Custom 57GBCustom Parental Control 58GB Playing the disc for which Custom Parental Control is setLimiting playback for children Parental Control Additional Using59GB VariousPlaying the disc for which Parental Control is set Select the level you want using X/x, then press EnterTo turn off the Setup Display 60GBUsing Various Additional Functions 61GBArea Code Controlling the TV with the remote You can control your TV using the buttons belowSwitching between TV and DVD 62GB63GB Using the Video or other UnitAdjust the volume by pressing VOL + Listening to the RadioTo check the frequency or sound field Naming Preset StationsTo listen to non-preset radio stations 64GBTo assign index names to other stations Press Name Create an index name by using the cursor buttons65GB Other Operations66GB Using the Setup DisplayHow to use the Setup Display Press X/x to select SETUP, then press Enter67GB Setting the Display or Sound Track LanguageSettings for the Display 68GBXTV Type DVD only XSCREEN Saver Custom Settings CustomAdjustments 69GB70GB Settings for the SpeakersRear 71GBXTEST Tone To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one timeUse the Volume control on the system or press VOL + 72GBAdjusting the speaker volume Level 73GBYou will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence Picture TroubleshootingPower 74GBOperation 75GB76GB 77GB When letters/numbers appear DisplaySelf-diagnosis Function Glossary78GB 79GB Additional InformationSuper Audio CD Super Audio CD/DVD system Specifications80GB Amplifier sectionSpeakers 81GBAM tuner section Video sectionLanguage Code List 82GBCode Language 83GB DVD Setup Menu List84GB IndexPage Page Page Quick reference for Remote Commander

DAV-C450 specifications

The Sony DAV-C450 is a remarkable home theater system designed to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. This all-in-one package combines a DVD player with a powerful speaker system, making it an excellent choice for those seeking both convenience and quality in their entertainment setup.

One of the standout features of the DAV-C450 is its capability to play various formats, including DVD, CD, and MP3, allowing users to enjoy a wide range of media. The built-in DVD player supports multiple disc formats, enabling playback of standard DVDs as well as CD audio. Additionally, the DAV-C450 supports playback of JPEG files, letting you showcase your favorite photos on your television screen.

In terms of sound quality, the DAV-C450 is equipped with a 5.1 channel surround sound system, which includes five satellite speakers and a powerful subwoofer. This setup ensures an immersive audio experience, enveloping viewers in rich sound and providing clarity in dialogue and effects. The subwoofer enhances the low-frequency sounds, giving action scenes a depth that truly brings them to life.

The system supports Dolby Digital and DTS formats, which further enhances the audio experience by providing multi-channel sound. The adjustable volume levels and various sound modes allow users to customize their listening experience, whether they are watching a movie, enjoying music, or playing video games.

Connectivity is another significant aspect of the DAV-C450. The system features multiple inputs and outputs, including composite video, optical audio, and analog jacks, allowing for seamless integration with other devices such as gaming consoles and televisions. The inclusion of a front USB port simplifies the connection of external devices, enabling users to play media files directly from a USB drive.

The DAV-C450 sports a user-friendly interface, with an intuitive remote control that simplifies navigation through menus and settings. The elegant design of the speaker system allows for versatile placement in any home theater setup, ensuring that it complements your décor while delivering outstanding performance.

In summary, the Sony DAV-C450 is a versatile and feature-packed home theater system that offers a comprehensive solution for home entertainment enthusiasts. With its strong audio capabilities, multiple format support, and user-friendly design, it stands as an appealing option for those looking to elevate their viewing and listening experiences at home.