this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 28).

•Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 28).

•Re-connect the connecting cord securely.

•The system is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel does not light up). See page 101.

•If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the [HDMI RESOLUTION] setting in [SCREEN SETUP] may solve the problem (page 83).

Connect the TV and the system using a video jack other than the HDMI OUT, and switch the TV’s input to the connected video input so that you can see the on-screen displays. Change the [HDMI RESOLUTION] setting in [SCREEN SETUP], and switch the TV’s input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try other options.

Picture noise appears.•The disc is dirty or flawed.

•If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy- protection signal applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your system directly to your TV, try connecting your system to your TV’s S video input (page 26, 31).

Even though you set the aspect ratio in [TV TYPE] of [SCREEN SETUP], the picture does not fill the screen.

• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.SoundThere is no sound.•The speaker cord is not connected securely.

•Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON” is displayed in the front panel display.

•The system is in pause mode or in Slow-motion Play mode. Press H to return to normal play mode.

•Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press H to return to normal play mode.

•Check the speaker settings (page 86).•Super Audio CD audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.

•The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to the audio signal format, in

this case set [AUDIO (HDMI)] in [CUSTOM SETUP] to [PCM] (page 85).No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack.

•The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI (digital visual interface) device (DVI (digital visual interface) jacks do not accept audio signals).

•The HDMI OUT jack does not output Super Audio CD sound.The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.•Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.There is no sound from the subwoofer.•Check the speaker connections and settings (page 15, 86).•Set the sound field to “AUTO FORMAT DIRECT AUTO” (page 64).Severe hum or noise is heard.•Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.

•Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 ft) away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.

•Move your TV away from the audio components.

•The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.

•Clean the disc.The sound loses stereo effect when you play a VIDEO CD, a CD, or an MP3.•Set [AUDIO] to [STEREO] by pressing AUDIO (page 62).•Make sure the system is connected properly.

The surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio sound track.

•Make sure the sound field function is on (page 64).

•Check the speaker connections and settings (page 15, 86).

•Depending on the DVD, the output signal may not be the entire 5.1 channel. It may be monaural or stereo even if the sound track is recorded in Dolby Digital or MPEG audio format.

The sound comes from the center speaker only.•Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.No sound is heard from the center speaker.•Check the speaker connections and settings.

•Make sure the sound field function is on (page 64).

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