Sony HT-DDWG800, 3-283-375-11-2 User Manual

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Home Theatre System

3-283-375-11(2)

Operating Instructions

HT-DDWG800

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

For customers in Europe

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDWG800. In this manual, models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEK only”.

The HT-DDWG800 consists of:

• Receiver STR-KG800

• Speaker system – Front speakers SS-MSP890 – Center speaker SS-CNP890 – Surround speakers SS-SRP890 – Sub woofer SA-WP890

• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

About area codes

The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI

) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

“x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

FRONT

CENTER

SPEAKERS

Area code

Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code AA only”.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the doubleD symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent

#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Description and location of parts...................5

1: Installing the speakers .............................14

2: Connecting the speakers..........................16

3: Connecting the TV ..................................18

4a: Connecting the audio components.........19

4b: Connecting the video components ........20

5: Connecting the antennas..........................26

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote.....27

7: Calibrating the appropriate settings

automatically

(AUTO CALIBRATION) .......................28

8: Adjusting the speaker levels and

balance (TEST TONE) ...........................32

Playback

Selecting a component.................................33

Listening/Watching a component ................35

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus...........................37

Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)............. 40

Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) ...............41

Settings for the surround sound

(SUR menu)............................................41

Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........42

Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).........42

Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).........43

Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...44 Calibrating the appropriate settings

automatically (A. CAL menu) ................46

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 51

Presetting radio stations .............................. 53

Using the Radio Data System (RDS).......... 55

(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for

“BRAVIA” Sync.................................... 57

Preparing Control for HDMI function ........ 59

Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play) ........... 60

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)......................... 61

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power Off) ............................... 62

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog

audio (INPUT MODE) .......................... 63

Listening to digital sound from other

inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)................... 63

Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

(DMPORT) ............................................ 64

Naming inputs............................................. 66

Changing the display .................................. 67

Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 67

Recording using the receiver....................... 68

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments ..................... 69

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS surround

sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) .......47

Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....48

Using only the front speakers and sub

woofer (2CH STEREO) ......................... 50

Resetting sound fields to the initial

settings....................................................50

Additional Information

Glossary ...................................................... 70

Precautions.................................................. 71

Troubleshooting .......................................... 73

Specifications.............................................. 77

Index ............................................. Back cover

Getting Started

712 3 4 5 6

Description and location of parts

Receiver

Front panel

Getting Started

?/1

SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

qgqhqj

MEMORY/

ENTER

TUNING

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

MODE

qsqdqf

Name Function

A ?/1

(on/standby)

B SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

C Display The current status of the

D Remote sensor Receives signals from

E DISPLAY Press to select information

F INPUT MODE Press to select the input

Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 27, 35, 36, 50).

Press to turn the speaker system on or off (page 17).

selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 7).

remote commander.

displayed on the display (page 56, 67).

mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 63).

MASTER VOLUME

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MUTING

AUTO CAL

Name Function

G MASTER

VOLUME

H MUTING Press to turn off the sound

I AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto

J INPUT

SELECTOR

Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 32, 33, 35,

36).

temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound (page 33).

Calibration function (page

29).

Turn to select the input source to playback (page

33).

continued

Name Function

K 2CH Press to select a sound field

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

L TUNING +/– Press to scan a station (page

M TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning

N MEMORY/

ENTER

O VIDEO 2 IN/

PORTABLE AV

IN jacks

P AUTO CAL MIC

jack

Q PHONES jack Connects to headphones

(page 47, 48, 50).

51, 54).

mode (page 51, 54).

Press to store a station or enter the selection when selecting the settings (page

27).

Connects to a portable audio/video component such as a camcorder or video game (page 25, 33).

Connects to the supplied optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 29).

(page 73).

About the indicators on the display

1 2 3 4 6 985 7

Getting Started

LFE

SL S

;

PLII

PL OPT DTS MEMORY RDS ST

;

Name Function

A SW Lights up when the audio signal

B LFE Lights up when the disc being

C ; D Lights up when the receiver is

D ; PLII Lights up when the Pro Logic II

E ; PL Lights up when the receiver

F OPT Lights up when INPUT MODE

is output from the SUB WOOFER jack.

played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.

decoding Dolby Digital signals.

Note

When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” (page 63).

Movie/Music decoder is activated.

applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals.

is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL jack (page 63).

MONOD.RANGECOAXHDMI

q;qaqf qsqd

Name Function

G DTS Lights up when the receiver is

H MEMORY Lights up when a memory

I Tu ne r

indicators

J Preset

station indicators

K D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range

L COAX Lights up when INPUT MODE

M HDMI Lights up when the receiver

decoding DTS signals.

Note

When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” (page 63).

function, such as Preset Memory (page 53), etc., is activated.

Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 51), etc.

Note

“RDS” appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only.

Lights up when using the receiver to tune in preset radio stations. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 53.

compression is activated (page

38).

is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL jack (page 63).

recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 21).

continued

Name Function

N Playback

channel

indicators

The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing)

Example:

Recording format (Front/ Surround): 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

LCR

SL SR

Rear panel

1 123

Getting Started

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

ANTENNA

(ASSIGNABLE)

OUT IN IN

DC5V

0.7A MAX

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

574

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

6 5

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section

OPTICAL IN jacks

COAXIAL IN jack

HDMI IN/ OUT* jacks

Connects to a DVD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack provides a better sound quality (page 18, 23, 24).

Connects to a DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, etc. The image is output to a TV or a projector while the sound can be output from a TV or/and speakers connected to this receiver (page 21).

P C

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

OUTPUT section

Y, PB/CB, PR/CR

Green

IN/OUT* jacks

(Y)

Blue (P

B/CB)

Red

R/CR)

D SPEAKERS section

Connects to a DVD player, TV, satellite tuner, etc. You can enjoy high quality image (page 18, 23, 24,

25).

Connects to the supplied speakers (page 16).

B ANTENNA section

FM ANTENNA jack

AM ANTENNA terminals

Connects to the supplied FM wire antenna (page 26).

Connects to the supplied AM loop antenna (page 26).

E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

Black

AUDIO IN/ OUT jacks

AUDIO OUT jack

White (L)

Red (R)

Connects to a Super Audio CD player, etc. (page

19).

Connects to the supplied sub woofer (page 16).

continued

F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT

section

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow

AUDIO IN/ OUT jacks

VIDEO IN/ OUT* jacks

Connects to a VCR, DVD player, etc. (page 18, 23, 24, 25).

Remote commander

You can use the supplied RM-AAU023 Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 69).

G DMPORT

DMPORT jack

* You can watch the selected input image when you

connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV (page 18, 21).

Connects to a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (page 65).

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

?/1

DMPORT

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

?/1

MUTING

6 7

8 9 q; qa

Name Function

A TV ?/1

(on/standby)

AV ?/1 (on/standby)

B ?/1

(on/standby)

C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to

D 2CH Press to select a sound field.

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

E THEATRE Press to enjoy optimal image

Press TV ?/1 and TV (O) at the same time to turn the TV on or off.

Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 69). If you press ?/1 (B) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY).

Note

The function of the AV ?/1 switch changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C).

Press to turn the receiver on or off. To turn off all Sony components, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).

select the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components. You can change the button assignments following the steps in “Changing button assignments” on page 69.

suited for movies and to output the sound from the speakers connected to this receiver automatically.

Note

This button will only function if your TV is compatible with Theater Mode. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV for details.

Name Function

F DVD/BD

AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto

G D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning

D.SKIP Press to skip a disc when

H ENTER Press to enter the value after

MEMORY Press to store a station.

I AMP MENU Press to display the menu of

J TOOLS/

OPTIONS

K MUTING Press to turn off the sound

L TV VOL

/–

MASTER

VOL +

Press to display the menu of the DVD or Blu-ray disc on the TV screen. Then, use V, v, B, b and (Q) to perform menu operations.

Calibration function.

mode.

using a multi-disc changer.

selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner.

the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and (Q) to perform menu operations.

Press to display and select the options of the DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and TV (O) at the same time to display the options applicable to the Sony TV.

temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound. Press MUTING and TV (O) at the same time to activate the TV’s muting function.

Press TV VOL +/– and TV (O) at the same time to adjust the volume level of the TV.

Press to adjust the volume

/–

level of all speakers at the same time.

Getting Started

continued

Name Function

M MENU/HOME Press to display the menu of

N ./>

REPLAY / ADVANCE

m/M

a)b)

TV CH +/– Press TV CH +/– and TV (O)

PRESET +/– Press to select

TUNING +/– Press to scan a station.

FM MODE Press to select the FM

the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player on the TV screen. Press MENU/HOME and TV (O) at the same time to display the TV’s menu. Then, use V, v, B, b and (Q) to perform menu operations.

Press to skip a track of the CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to replay the previous

scene or fast forward the current scene of the VCR, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to – search tracks in the forward/

reverse direction of the DVD player.

– start fast forward/rewind of

the VCR, CD player or Bluray disc player.

Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)

Press to stop playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.

at the same time to select preset TV channels.

– preset stations. – preset channels of the VCR

or satellite tuner.

monaural or stereo reception.

Name Function

O TV Press TV and the button with

P RETURN/

EXIT O

V/v/B/b

R DISPLAY Press to select information

S -/-- Press to select the channel

>10 Press to select the track

CLEAR Press to clear a mistake when

orange printing at the same time to enable TV operation.

Press to – return to the previous menu. – exit the menu while the

menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player is displayed on the TV screen.

Press RETURN/EXIT O and TV (O) at the same time to return to the previous menu or exit the TV’s menu while the menu is displayed on the TV screen.

After pressing AMP MENU (I), DVD/BD MENU (F), or MENU/HOME (M), press V, v, B or b to select the settings. Then, press to enter the selection if you have pressed DVD/BD MENU or MENU/HOME previously. Press also to enter the selection of the receiver, VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

displayed on the TV screen of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. Press DISPLAY and TV (O) at the same time to display TV’s information on the TV screen.

entry mode, either one or two digit of the VCR. Press -/-- and TV (O) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV.

numbers over 10 of the CD player.

you press the incorrect numeric button.

Name Function

T Numeric

buttons (number 5

U TV INPUT Press TV INPUT and TV (O)

SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep

The number 5, TV VOL +/MASTER VOL + and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

This button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter operation. For details on the function of the button, see the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Press to – preset/tune to preset

)

stations.

– select track numbers of the

CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press 0/10 to select track number

10.

– select channel numbers of

the VCR or satellite tuner.

Press the numeric buttons and TV (O) at the same time to select the TV channels.

at the same time to select the input signal (TV input or video input).

Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.

Notes

• Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model.

• The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component, the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described.

Getting Started

1: Installing the speakers

This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one sub woofer). To fully enjoy theatre-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).

Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration

Installing the speakers on a flat surface

Before you install the speakers and sub woofer, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibration or movement as shown in the illustration below.

Installing the speakers on the speaker stand

For greater flexibility in positioning the speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 speaker stand (available only in certain countries). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the speaker stand.

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSub woofer

Tip

Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.

Installing the speakers on the wall

You can install your surround speakers on the wall.

3 Hang the speakers on the

screws.

Getting Started

Hook on the back of the speaker

4.6 mm

1 Prepare screws (not supplied)

that are suitable for the hook on the back of each speaker as shown in the illustrations below.

4 mm

more than 25 mm

4.6 mm

10 mm

Hook on the back of the speaker

2 Fasten the screws to the wall.

The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm.

10 mm

Notes

• 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.

• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.

• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.

5 to 7 mm

2: Connecting the speakers

Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

FE DA

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

HDMI

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

P C

PR/

SURROUND

CENTER

FRONT

DVD

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

A Monaural audio cord (supplied) B Speaker cords (supplied)

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSub woofer

SPEAKERS

10 mm

Use the long speaker cords to connect the surround speakers and the short speaker cords to connect the front and center speakers.

To connect the speakers correctly

Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers.

Character on speaker label

L Front left

R Front right

SL Surround left

SR Surround right

* The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any

character on the speaker label. For details on the speaker type, see page 3.

Note

You can turn on or off the speaker system with the SPEAKERS (ON/OFF) button (page 5).

Tip

Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system’s performance.

Speaker type

Getting Started

3: Connecting the TV

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

Audio signals Video signals

Audio/Video

signals

OPTICAL

SAT IN

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

HDMI

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

D Component video cord (not supplied) E Video cord (not supplied)

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PB/

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

Notes

• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips

• To output the sound of the TV from the speakers connected to the receiver, be sure to – connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the

TV IN jacks of the receiver.

– turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s

muting function.

• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

4a: Connecting the audio components

Connecting a Super Audio CD/ CD player/CD recorder

The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. After connecting your audio component, proceed to “4b: Connecting the video components” (page 20).

Super Audio CD player/ CD player/ CD recorder

Getting Started

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

A Audio cord (not supplied)

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SAT IN

4b: Connecting the video components

How to hook up your components

This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas” (page

26).

Component to be connected

Component Page

TV 18

With HDMI jack 21

DVD player 23

Satellite tuner/Set-top box 24

VCR, DVD recorder 25

Camcorder, video game, etc. 25

If you want to connect several digital components, but cannot find an unused input

See “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 63).

Video input/output jack to be connected

The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. Select the connection according to the jacks on your components.

PB/ C

HDMI

PR/ C

COMPONENT VIDEO

Digital Analog

High quality image

Notes

• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

VIDEO

Connecting components with HDMI jacks

HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format.

Notes

• Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 69).

• You can also rename the DVD input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 66).

Getting Started

Satellite tuner

Audio/video signals

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

(ASSIGNABLE)

DIGITAL

OUT IN IN

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

DVD playe r

Audio/video signals

ANTENNA

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

Blu-ray disc player

Audio/video signals

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

TV, projector, etc.

Audio/video signals

FRONT

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

continued

HDMI features

• A digital audio signal transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers connected to this receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM.

• This receiver supports xvYCC transmission.

• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI function. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 57).

Notes on HDMI connections

• Audio signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the SPEAKERS jacks and HDMI OUT jack. The audio input signals cannot be output from any other audio jacks.

• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI OUT jack. The video input signals cannot be output from the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks.

• When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set “AUDIO FOR HDMI” to “TV+AMP” in the VIDEO menu (page

43). If you cannot play back multi channel software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not output from the TV speaker.

• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output.

• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected component. Check the setup of the connected component if the image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable.

• Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency, the number of channels or the audio format of the audio output signals from the playback component is switched.

• When the connected component is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be distorted or may not be output. In this case, check the specification of the connected component.

• You can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection.

• Set the resolution of the image of the playback component to 720p, 1080i or 1080p when you output 96 kHz multi channel sound over an HDMI connection.

• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not be output.

• You may need to made certain settings on the image resolution of the player before you can enjoy multi-channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the player.

• Refer to the operating instructions of each connected component for details.

Connecting a DVD player

The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

DVD player

Audio signals Video signals

Notes

• To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player.

Tip

All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

Getting Started

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

AUDIO

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

MONITOR

SUB WOOFER

HDMI

AUDIO

OUT

SAT IN

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/ C

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

Connecting a satellite tuner/ set-top box

The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio signals Video signals

Notes

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip

All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN OUT

DVD IN BD IN

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

SUB WOOFER

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

AUDIO

DVD

HDMI

AUDIO

OUT

A Audio cord (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUTSAT IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/ C

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

Connecting components with analog video and audio jack

The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

VCR, DVD recorder

Audio signals Video signals

Notes

• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page

69).

• You can also rename the VIDEO1 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 66).

Getting Started

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

Camcorder/ video game

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Audio/video cord (not supplied)

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

(On the front panel)

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

FRONT

5: Connecting the antennas

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. Before connecting antennas, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

FM wire antenna (supplied)

AM loop antenna (supplied)

OPTICAL

SAT IN

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

SUB WOOFER

AUDIO

SAT

AUDIO

DVD

HDMI

OUT

* The shape of the connector varies depending on

the area code of this receiver.

Notes

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.

• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

FRONT

SPEAKERS

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote

Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

AC power cord

Performing initial setup operations

Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

1,2

Getting Started

?/1

SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

AUTO CAL MIC

FRONT

PHONES

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

MEMORY/

TUNING

ENTER

MODE

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

AUTO CAL

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

To the wall outlet

“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the display alternately.

3 Press MEMORY/ENTER.

After “CLEARING” appears on the display for a while, “CLEARED” appears. All the settings you have changed or adjusted are reset to the initial settings.

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU023 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not use a new battery with old ones.

• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons may be reset to their factory settings. If this happens, reassign the buttons again (page 69).

Tip

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones.

7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

(AUTO CALIBRATION)

This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows:

• Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver.

• Adjust the speaker level.

• Measure the distance of each speaker to your listening position.

The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound balance in your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels and balance manually according to your preference. For details, see “8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 32).

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, install and connect the speakers (page 14, 16).

• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not connect other microphones to this jack. Doing so may damage the receiver and the microphone.

• During calibration, the sound that comes out of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay attention to the presence of children or to the effect on your neighborhood.

• Perform Auto Calibration in a quiet environment to avoid the effect of noise and to get a more accurate measurement.

• If there are any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers, the calibration cannot be performed correctly. Remove any obstacles from the measurement area to avoid measurement error.

Notes

• The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected.

• If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically.

?/1

SPEAKERS (ON/OFF)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/

TUNING

ENTER

MODE

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR

Optimizer microphone

MUTING

AUTO CAL

1 Connect the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack on the front panel.

2 Set up the optimizer

microphone.

Place the optimizer microphone at your listening position.You can also use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears.

Tip

When you face the speaker towards the optimizer microphone, you will get a more accurate measurement.

Performing Auto Calibration

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT TV CH –

PRESET –

?/1

DMPORT

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

MEMORY

0/10

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

MENU/HOME

REPLAY ADVANCE

?/1

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

TV CH +

PRESET +

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press AUTO CAL.

Measurement starts in 5 seconds and the display changes as follows: A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1] While the time is counting down, stand away from the measurement area to avoid measurement error. The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete.

?/1 switch

Input buttons

MUTING

MASTER VOL +/–

Getting Started

continued

The table below shows the display when measurement starts.

Measurement for Display

Environment noise level

Speaker connection MEASURE and SP

Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN

Speaker distance MEASURE and

* The corresponding speaker indicator lights

up in the display during measurement.

NOISE.CHK

DET. appears alternately*

appears alternately*

DISTANCE appears alternately*

When measurement ends, “COMPLETE” appears on the display and the settings are registered.

After you have finished

Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver.

Notes

• Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer. Therefore, all sub woofer settings will be maintained.

• If you have repositioned your speakers, we recommend that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the surround sound.

Tips

• When Auto Calibration starts: – Stand some distance away from the speakers and

the listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement.

– Avoid making noise to get a more accurate

measurement.

• During the measurement process, the Auto Calibration is canceled when you do the following.

–Press ?/1 or MUTING. – Press the input buttons or turn the INPUT

SELECTOR on the receiver. – Change the volume level. – Connects the headphones. –Press AUTO CAL again.

Error and warning codes

When error codes appear

When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t blank display) t ENTER

Appears when there are more than one error code.

To rectify the error

1 Record down the error code. 2 Press . 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error.

For details, see “Error code and remedies” below.

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto

Calibration again (page 29).

Error code and remedies

Error code Cause and remedy

ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy. Make

ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near the

ERROR 12 None of the speakers are detected.

ERROR 20 Front speakers are not detected or

ERROR 21 Only one surround speaker is

t PUSH t blank display

sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.

optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone.

Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform Auto Calibration again.

only one front speaker is detected. Check the front speakers connection.

detected. Check the surround speakers connection.

When warning codes appear

During Auto Calibration, the warning code provides information on the measurement result. The warning code will appear on the display cyclically as follows:

Warning code t blank display t (warning code t blank display)

t PUSH t blank

display t ENTER

Appears when there are more than one warning code.

You can choose to ignore the warning code as the Auto Calibration function will automatically adjust the settings. You can also change the settings manually.

To change the settings manually

1 Record down the warning code. 2 Press . 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Follow the solution provided in the

“Warning code and solution” below.

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto

Calibration again (page 29).

Warning code and solution

Warning code

WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. Make sure

WARN. 50 The center speaker is not connected.

WARN. 51 The surround speakers are not

WARN. 60 The front speaker balance is out of

WARN. 62 The center speaker level is out of

WARN. 63 The surround left speaker level is out

WARN. 64 The surround right speaker level is

WARN. 70 The front speaker distance is out of

WARN. 72 The center speaker distance is out of

WARN. 73 The surround left speaker distance is

WARN. 74 The surround right speaker distance is

For details, refer “Front speakers distance” (page 44).

For details, refer “Tip” on page 45.

Explanation and solution

the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.

Be sure to connect the center speaker.

connected. Be sure to connect the surround speakers.

range. Reposition your front

speakers.

range. Reposition your center

speaker.

of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.

out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.

range. Reposition your front speakers.

range. Reposition your center speaker.

out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.

out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.

Getting Started

8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance

(TEST TONE)

You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position.

Tip

The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz.

D.TUNING

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

PRESET +

D.SKIP

MUTING

TV VOL

TV CH +

MASTER VOL +/–

2-5

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

6 Adjust the speaker levels and

balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker.

For details, see “Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)” (page 40).

Tips

• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

• The adjusted value are shown on the display during adjustment.

7 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to select

“T. TONE N”.

You can also press any input buttons. The test tone turns off.

When test tone is not output from the speakers

• The speaker cords may not be connected securely.

• The speaker cords may have short-circuit problem.

2 Press or b to enter the

menu.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“T. TONE”.

4 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“T. TONE Y”.

The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t Sub woofer

Playback

Selecting a component

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

Press one of the input buttons

to select the component you want.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display.

?/1

DMPORT

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

MEMORY

0/10

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

MENU/HOME

REPLAY ADVANCE

?/1

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

TV CH +

PRESET +

MUTING

Selected input [Display]

DMPORT [DMPORT]

Components that can be played back

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter connected to the DMPORT jack

VIDEO1 [VIDEO 1]

VCR, DVD recorder etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 jack

VIDEO2 [VIDEO 2/ PORTABLE AV]*

BD [BD]

DVD [DVD]

SAT [SAT]

Camcorder, video game, etc., connected to the VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jack

Blu-ray disc player connected to the BD jack

DVD player, etc., connected to the DVD jack

Satellite tuner, set-top box, etc., connected to the SAT jack

TV [TV]

SA-CD/CD [SA-CD/CD/ CD-R]*

TV, etc., connected to the TV jack

Super Audio CD player, CD player, etc., connected to the SA-CD/CD/CD-R jack

TUNER

Built-in radio tuner

[FM or AM band]

* “VIDEO 2/PORTABLE AV” and “SA-CD/

CD/CD-R” scroll across the display, then “VIDEO 2” and “SA-CD/CD” appear respectively.

2 Turn on the component and

start playback.

3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to

adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

Playback

To activate the muting function

Press MUTING. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.

• Press MUTING again.

• Increase the volume.

• Turn off the receiver.

continued

To avoid damaging your speakers

Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level.

To listen to the sub woofer

Be sure to use the controls on the rear panel of the sub woofer for this operation.

1 Press POWER.

The POWER indicator on the front panel of the sub woofer lights up.

2 Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume.

Set the volume level to suit your preference according to the selected input as slight adjustments may enhance the sound.

Note

Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum as extraneous noise may be heard.

Listening/Watching a component

Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD

TV INPUT

?/1

DMPORT

SLEEP

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE MUSIC

2CH A.F.D.

123

MEMORY

>10

0/10

ENTER

CLEAR

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

TV CH –

REPLAY ADVANCE

PRESET –

TUNING –TVTUNING +

HmM

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

TV CH +

PRESET +

FM MODE

2 3

?/1

SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

MEMORY/

TUNING

ENTER

MODE

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

AUTO CAL

Playback

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

Notes

• The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player.

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player.

Tips

• You can select the sound field to suit the music. Refer to page 48 for details. Recommended sound fields: Classical: HALL Jazz: JAZZ Live concert: CONCERT

• You can listen to the sound that was recorded in the 2 channel format from all speakers (multi channel). Refer to page 47 for details.

1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player or CD

player, then place the disc on the tray.

2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press SA-CD/CD.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “SA-CD/CD/CD-R”.

4 Play back the disc. 5 Adjust to a suitable volume. 6 After you have finished listening to the

Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver and Super Audio CD player or CD player.

Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc

TV INPUT

?/1

DMPORT

SLEEP

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE MUSIC

2CH A.F.D.

123

MEMORY

>10

0/10

ENTER

CLEAR

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

TV CH –

REPLAY ADVANCE

PRESET –

TUNING –TVTUNING +

HmM

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

TV CH +

PRESET +

FM MODE

2 3

?/1

SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

MEMORY/

TUNING

ENTER

MODE

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

AUTO CAL

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

Notes

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc player.

• Check the following if you cannot listen to multi channel sound. – Be sure this receiver is

connected to the DVD player/ Blu-ray disc player via a digital connection.

– Be sure the digital audio

output of the DVD player/ Blu-ray disc player is set up properly.

Tips

• Select the audio format of the disc to be played, if necessary.

• You can select the sound field to suit the movie or music. Refer to page 48 for details. Recommended sound fields: Movie: C.ST.EX Music: CONCERT

1 Turn on the TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc

player.

2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press DVD to watch a DVD or press BD to

watch a Blu-ray disc.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select “DVD” or “BD”. Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 69).

4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image

of the DVD/Blu-ray disc is displayed.

5 Play back the disc. 6 Adjust to a suitable volume. 7 After you have finished watching the DVD/

Blu-ray disc, eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc player.

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus

By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver.

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

0/10

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

2-6

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

MENU/HOME

REPLAY ADVANCE

TV CH +

PRESET +

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the menu you want.

To return to the previous display

Press B.

To exit the menu

Press AMP MENU.

Note

Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

Amplifier Operations

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want to adjust.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

Overview of the menus

The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 37.

Menu [Display]

LEVEL [1-LEVEL] (page 40)

TONE [2-TONE] (page 41)

SUR [3-SUR] (page 41)

TUNER [4-TUNER] (page 42)

Parameters [Display]

Test tone

Front speaker balance

[T. TONE] T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N

[FRT BAL]

Center speaker level [CNT LVL]

Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]

Surround right speaker level [SR LVL]

Sub woofer level [SW LVL]

Dynamic range compressor [D. RANGE]

Front speaker bass level [BASS LVL]

Front speaker treble level [TRE LVL]

Sound field selection

[S.F. SELCT]

Effect level

[EFFECT]

FM station receiving mode [FM MODE]

Naming preset stations [NAME IN]

Settings Initial

BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8

CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB (1 dB step)

SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB (1 dB step)

SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB (1 dB step)

SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB (1 dB step)

COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. MAX

BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB (1 dB step)

TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB (1 dB step)

For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 47).

EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD, EFCT. MAX

FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO

For details, see “Naming preset stations” (page 54).

setting

BALANCE

CNT 0 dB

SUR L 0 dB

SUR R 0 dB

SW 0 dB

COMP. OFF

BASS 0 dB

TRE –4 dB

A.F.D. AUTO

EFCT. STD

Menu [Display]

AUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 42)

Parameters [Display]

Digital audio input decoding

priority

[DEC. PRI.]

Settings Initial

setting

DEC. PCM, DEC. AUTO DEC. PCM for

SA-CD/CD; DEC. AUTO for VIDEO1, VIDEO2, BD, DVD, SAT, TV

Digital broadcast language

selection

Synchronizes audio with video output

[DUAL]

[A.V. SYNC.]

Digital audio input assignment [D. ASSIGN]

DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S,

DUAL M

DUAL M+S

A.V.SYNC. N, A.V.SYNC. Y A.V.SYNC. N

For details, see “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 63).

For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 66).

a)b)

AMP, TV+AMP AMP

CTRL OFF, CTRL ON CTRL OFF

VIDEO [6-VIDEO] (page 43)

Naming inputs [NAME IN]

Audio for HDMI [AUDIO FOR HDMI]

Control for HDMI [CONTROL FOR HDMI]

Naming inputs

[NAME IN] For details, see “Naming inputs”

(page 66).

SYSTEM [7-SYSTEM] (page 44)

Front speakers distance [FRT DIST.]

Center speaker distance [CNT DIST.]

Surround left speaker distance [SL DIST.]

Surround right speaker

distance

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m

DIST. 3.0 m

(0.1 m step)

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m

DIST. 3.0 m

(0.1 m step)

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m

DIST. 3.0 m

(0.1 m step)

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m

DIST. 3.0 m

(0.1 m step)

[SR DIST.]

Surround speaker position [SUR POS.]

Brightness of the display

BEHD/HI, BEHD/LO, SIDE/HI, SIDE/LO

0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim

SIDE/LO

[DIMMER]

A. CAL [8-A. CAL]

Auto Calibration [AUTO CAL]

A.CAL NO, A.CAL YES A.CAL NO

(page 46)

For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.

“AUDIO FOR HDMI” and “CONTROL FOR HDMI” scroll across the display, then “AUDIO” and “CONTROL” appear respectively.

Amplifier Operations

Adjusting the level

(LEVEL menu)

You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

LEVEL menu parameters

x T. TONE (Test tone)

Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see “8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 32).

x FRT BAL (Front speaker

balance)

Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers.

x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)

x D. RANGE (Dynamic range

compressor)

Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.

•COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed.

•COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer.

•COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.

Tip

Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal. “COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression.

x SL LVL (Surround left speaker

level)

x SR LVL (Surround right speaker

level)

x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)

Adjusting the tone

(TONE menu)

You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

TONE menu parameters

x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass

level)

x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble

level)

Settings for the surround sound

(SUR menu)

You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

SUR menu parameters

x S.F. SELCT (Sound field

selection)

Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page

47).

Note

The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the DVD input, then change to a different input and then return to DVD, “HALL” will automatically be applied again.

Amplifier Operations

x EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button and for “HP THEA” sound field.

•EFCT. MIN The surround effect is minimum.

•EFCT. STD The surround effect is standard.

•EFCT. MAX The surround effect is maximum.

Settings for the tuner

Settings for the audio

(TUNER menu)

You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

TUNER menu parameters

x FM MODE (FM station receiving

mode)

•FM AUTO This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio station is broadcast in stereo.

• FM MONO This receiver will decode the signal as mono signal regardless of the broadcast signal.

x NAME IN (Naming preset

stations)

Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see “Presetting radio stations” (page

53).

(AUDIO menu)

You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

AUDIO menu parameters

x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input

decoding priority)

Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN and HDMI IN jacks.

•DEC. PCM When signals from the DIGITAL IN jack are selected, PCM signals are given priority (to prevent interruption when playback starts). However, when other signals are input, there may be no sound, depending on the format. In this case, set this item to “DEC. AUTO”. When signals from the HDMI IN jack are selected, only PCM signals are output from the connected player. When signals in any other format are received, set this item to “DEC. AUTO”.

•DEC. AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.

Note

When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for a CD, etc.) is interrupted when playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.

x DUAL (Digital broadcast

language selection)

Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.

• DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.

•DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output.

• DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output.

• DUAL M+S (Main + Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.

x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio

with video output)

• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed.

• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 60 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized.

Notes

• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD

or plasma monitor or a projector.

• This parameter is valid only when you use a sound

field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. button.

• This parameter is not valid when

– signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz are input.

– the multi channel Linear PCM signals are

received via an HDMI IN jack.

x D. ASSIGN (Digital audio input

assignment)

Lets you assign the digital audio input to other input source. For details, see “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 63).

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 66).

Settings for the video

(VIDEO menu)

You can use the VIDEO menu to make various adjustments for HDMI settings and to name inputs. Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

VIDEO menu parameters

x AUDIO FOR HDMI (Audio for

HDMI)

Lets you set the audio output for HDMI from the playback component connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection.

•AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback component is only output to the speakers connected to the receiver. Multi channel sound can be played back as it is.

Note

Audio signals are not output from the TV’s speakers when “AUDIO FOR HDMI” is set to “AM P” .

• TV+AMP The sound is output from TV’s speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver.

Notes

• The sound quality of the playback component

depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the number of channels, and the sampling frequency, etc. When the TV has stereo speakers, the sound output from the receiver is also stereo as that of the TV, even if you play back multi channel software.

• When you connect the receiver to an image

display component (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP

”.

Amplifier Operations

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x CONTROL FOR HDMI (Control

for HDMI)

Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 57).

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 66).

Settings for the system

(SYSTEM menu)

You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

SYSTEM menu parameters

x FRT DIST. (Front speakers

distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speaker (A). If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

A A

30˚30˚

100˚-120˚100˚-120˚

x CNT DIST. (Center speaker

distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.

x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker

distance)

x SR DIST. (Surround right

speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers.

Tip

The distance between the center speaker and the listening position B cannot be more than 1.5 meters closer than the one between the listening position and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of B in the following diagram is no more than 1.5 meters closer than the length of A. Example: Adjust the distance B to 4.5 meters or more when the distance A is 6 meters. Also, the distance between the surround speakers and the listening position C cannot be more than

4.5 meters closer than the distance between the listening position and the front speakers A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of C in the following diagram is no more than 4.5 meters closer than the length of A. Example: Adjust the distance C to 1.5 meters or more when the distance A is 6 meters. This is important because incorrect speaker placement is not conductive to the enjoyment of surround sound. Please note that placing the speakers closer than the required will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away. Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it try!

x SUR POS.

(Surround speaker position)

Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes (page 49).

Amplifier Operations

• BEHD/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D.

• BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and C.

•SIDE/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D.

• SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C.

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Tip

Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the surround effects become unclear unless set to “SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”. Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are located to the immediate left and right. Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you play back multi channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select “BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.

Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

(A. CAL menu)

For details on Auto Calibration, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 28).

x DIMMER (Brightness of the

display)

Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound

(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound.

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

A.F.D.

123

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want.

For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page

47).

Types of A.F.D. mode

A.F.D. mode [Display]

A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO]

PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL]

PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV]

PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS]

MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.]

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

Multi channel audio after decoding

(Detecting automatically)

4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in

5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This

5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This

(Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.

Effect

Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals.

2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channel.

setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.

setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting a preprogrammed sound field

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theatres and concert halls into your home.

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

A.F.D.

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

123

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

MUSIC2CH

MOVIE

Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music.

For details, see “Types of sound field available” (page 49).

Types of sound field available

Sound field for

Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A

Music HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

Headphone* HEADPHONE 2CH

* You can select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.

Sound field [Display]

DCS [C.ST.EX A]

CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B]

CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS [C.ST.EX C]

JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

LIVE CONCERT [CONCERT]

STADIUM [STADIUM] Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.

SPORTS [SPORTS] Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.

PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER [PORTABLE]

[HP 2CH]

HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA]

Effect

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack.

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music.

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when 2CH STEREO mode (page 50)/A.F.D. mode (page 47) is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to experience a theatre-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones.

Enjoying Surround Sound

Notes

• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.

• When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.

• This function does not work when – signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz are input.

– multi channel Linear PCM signals are received

via an HDMI jack.

Tips

• You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc., by looking at the logo on the package.

• Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology. For details on Digital Cinema Sound (DCS), see “Glossary” (page 70).

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

Using only the front

Resetting sound fields to

speakers and sub woofer

(2CH STEREO)

In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and the sub woofer. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer. When standard 2 channel stereo sources are input, the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front channel bass frequencies will be output from the sub woofer.

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH

Press 2CH.

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

123

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

the initial settings

Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

1,2

AUTO CAL MIC

?/1

SPEAKERS

(ON/OFF)

MEMORY/

TUNING

ENTER

MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

AUTO CAL

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down 2CH, press

?/1.

“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and all sound fields are reset to their initial setting.

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 26).

Tip

The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 3.

Area code FM AM

CEL, CEK, AU 50 kHz 9 kHz

Automatic tuning

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

Tuner Operations

2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.

Press TUNING + to scan from low to high; press TUNING – to scan from high to low. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.

Using the controls on the receiver

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM

or AM band.

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select

“AUTO T.”.

3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.

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In case of poor FM stereo reception

If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted. Press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator lights up on the display. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the display lights off.

Direct tuning

You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons.

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

0/10

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

4 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.

Tip

If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception.

If you cannot tune in a station

Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not used in your area.

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the frequency.

Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0

Presetting radio stations

You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.

3 Press MEMORY.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out.

Presetting radio stations

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING – TUNING +

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

HmM

3,5

PRESET +/–

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

4 Press the numeric buttons to

select a preset number.

You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3.

5 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. The station is stored as the selected preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you press ENTER, start again from step 3.

6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset

another station.

Tuner Operations

2 Tune in the station that you

want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 51) or Direct Tuning (page 52).

If the FM stereo reception is poor, switch the FM reception mode (page 52).

Tuning to preset stations

Naming preset stations

Numeric buttons

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING – TUNING +

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

HmM

ENTER

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

repeatedly to select the preset station you want.

Each time you press the button, you can select a preset station as follows:

01 02 03 04 05 27...

30 29 28

You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. Then, press ENTER to enter the selection.

Using the controls on the receiver

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM

or AM band.

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select

“PRESET T.”.

3 Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly

to select the preset station you want.

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

0/10

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

4-7

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Tune in the preset station you

want to create an index name for (page 55).

3 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“4-TUNER”.

5 Press or b to enter the

menu.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“NAME IN”.

7 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” below.

To create an index name

1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name.

Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next position.

If you made a mistake

Press B/b until the character you want to change flashes, then press V/v to select the correct character.

Tips

• You can select the character type as follows by

pressing V/v. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols

• To enter a blank space, press selecting a character.

2 Press to enter the name.

The entered name is registered.

b without

Using the Radio Data System (RDS)

(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)

This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can display RDS information.

Notes

• RDS is operable only for FM stations.

• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.

Tuner Operations

Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only)

When you name an RDS station and tune in that station, the Program Service name appears instead of the name you entered. (You cannot change the Program Service name. The name you entered will be overwritten by the Program Service name.)

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station on the FM band using Direct Tuning (page 52), Automatic Tuning (page 51), or Preset Tuning (page 54).

When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, “RDS” lights up and the program service name appears on the display.

Note

RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal strength is weak.

Displaying RDS information

While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver.

Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t Program Type indication indicationb) t Current Time indication (in 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied

Type of program being broadcast.

Text messages sent by the RDS station.

Notes

• If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the display.

• When the message consists of 9 characters or more, the message scrolls across the display.

• If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”) appears on the display.

t Radio Text

Description of program types

Program type indication

NEWS News programs

AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on

INFO Programs offering information on

SPORT Sports programs

EDUCATE Educational programs, such as

DRAMA Radio plays and serials

CULTURE Programs about national or

Description

current news

a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice

“how-to” and advice programs

regional culture, such as language and social concerns

Program type indication

SCIENCE Programs about the natural

VARIED Other types of programs such as

POP M Popular music programs

ROCK M Rock music programs

EASY M Easy Listening

LIGHT M Instrumental, vocal, and choral

CLASSICS Performances of major

OTHER M Music that does not fit into any

WEATHER Weather information

FINANCE Stock market reports and trading,

CHILDREN Programs for children

SOCIAL Programs about people and the

RELIGION Programs of religious content

PHONE IN Programs where members of the

TRAVEL Programs about travel. Not for

LEISURE Programs on recreational

JAZZ Jazz programs

COUNTRY Country music programs

NATION M Programs featuring the popular

OLDIES Programs featuring oldies music

FOLK M Folk music programs

DOCUMENT Investigative features

NONE Any programs not defined above

Description

sciences and technology

celebrity interviews, panel games, and comedy

music

orchestras, chamber music, opera, etc.

categories above, such as Rhythm & Blues and Reggae

etc.

things that affect them

public express their views by phone or in a public forum

announcements that are located by TP/TA.

activities such as gardening, fishing, cooking, etc.

music of the country or region

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for “BRAVIA” Sync

To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function as explained below. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows:

• One-Touch Play: When you play back a component such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player, the receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switched to the appropriate HDMI input.

• System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers connected to the receiver.

• System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the receiver and connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

Note

Depending on the connected component, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions of the component.

Control for HDMI

Control for HDMI is a mutual control function standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface).

The Control for HDMI function does not work in the following cases:

• When you connect the receiver to a component which does not correspond with Sony Control for HDMI function.

• When you connect the receiver and components using other than HDMI connection.

We recommend that you connect the receiver to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.

Connecting a TV and other components

Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting

You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver.

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio/video signals

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

DVD player Blu-ray disc player

Audio/video signals

AA A

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN

HDMI

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

PR/

SURROUND CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

ACB

Audio signals

TV, etc.

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied)

Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).

Audio/video signals

Preparing Control for HDMI function

This receiver supports the Control for HDMIEasy Setting function. This function is only available for certain types of TV. When you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, the Control for HDMI setting on this receiver will automatically change accordingly. During the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting operation, “CONTROL”, “SCAN FOR” and “HDMI” appear sequentially in the display. This receiver will automatically change the input to HDMI input. When the setting is completed, “COMPLETE” appears on the display. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If your TV does not support the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting function, do the following procedures. For details on setting the TV and connected components, refer to the operating instructions of the respective components.

1 Make sure that the receiver is connected to

the TV and components (compatible with Control for HDMI function) via HDMI connection.

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and connected

components.

3 Set the respective Control for HDMI

function for the receiver and TV to on. See “To set Control for HDMI” (page 60). For details on setting the TV, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

4 Select the HDMI input of the receiver and

TV to match the HDMI input of the connected component, so that the image from the connected component is displayed.

5 Set the Control for HDMI function for the

connected component to on. If the Control for HDMI function for the connected component is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for other components

that you want to use the Control for HDMI function.

Notes

• If you unplug and reconnect the HDMI cable, be sure to repeat steps 1 to 6 above.

• You cannot perform One-Touch Play and System Audio Control during the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting operation.

• Before you do the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, be sure to turn on the TV, connected components and receiver.

• If the playback components cannot function after you have made the settings for Control for HDMIEasy Setting, check the Control for HDMI setting on your TV.

• If the connected components do not support the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting, you need to set the Control for HDMI function for the connected components to on before you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV.

Control for HDMI

To set Control for HDMI

Watching a DVD

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

0/10

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

2-6

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“6-VIDEO”.

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“CONTROL FOR HDMI”.

“CONTROL FOR HDMI” scrolls across the display, then “CONTROL” appears.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

(One-Touch Play)

You can enjoy sound and image from the components connected to the receiver via HDMI connections by a simple operation.

Play back a connected component.

The receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switched to the appropriate HDMI input.

Watching a DVD by simple operation

You can also select a connected component, such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player using the TV menu. In this case, the receiver and the TV switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Note

Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not be output.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“CTRL ON”.

Control for HDMI function is activated.

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. When System Audio Control function is turned on, the receiver will turns on and switches to the appropriate input automatically. TV sound is output from the speakers connected to the receiver, and the volume of the TV is minimized simultaneously. You can also use the System Audio Control function as follows.

• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is turned on, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on and the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

• You can adjust the receiver’s volume when you adjust the TV volume.

Notes

• If System Audio Control does not function according to your TV setting, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• When “CONTROL FOR HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”, the “AUDIO FOR HDMI” settings in the VIDEO menu will set automatically depending on the System Audio Control settings.

• When you connect a TV that does not have System Audio Control function, the System Audio Control function does not work.

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a moment.

• When you switch to an input other than HDMI or TV, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to off.

• If you switch from other input to HDMI or TV input, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on.

Control for HDMI

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power Off)

When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV.

Notes

• Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using the System Power Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• Depending on the status, the connected components may not be turned off. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected components.

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

?/1

DMPORT

0/10

REPLAY ADVANCE

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATRE

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

TV ?/1

Press TV and TV ?/1 at the same time.

The TV, receiver and the components connected via HDMI are turned off.

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE)

When you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch.

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver to select the input.

You can also use the input buttons on the remote.

2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly

on the receiver to select the audio input mode.

The selected audio input mode appears on the display.

Listening to digital sound from other inputs

(DIGITAL ASSIGN)

You can reassign digital audio input that has OPTICAL or COAXIAL (DVD IN, SAT IN) signals to another input when they are not currently being used. For example, to output the sound source for DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack on the receiver, then:

• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD player to the OPTICAL SAT IN jack of the receiver.

• Assign “SAT OPT” to “DVD” in the DIGITAL ASSIGN setting.

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“5-AUDIO”.

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

Other Operations

Audio input modes

x AUTO

Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are more than one digital connection, HDMI audio signals have priority over COAXIAL and OPTICAL audio signals. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected.

x ANALOG

Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.

Note

Some audio input modes may not be set up depending on the input.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“D. ASSIGN”.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

vacant digital audio input (for example, “SAT OPT”).

7 Press or b to enter your

selection.

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8 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the input (“SAT- DVD” in the example) you want to assign to the digital audio input jack selected in step 6.

When DVD input is selected, the sound of the DVD player will also become a digital sound through the OPTICAL SAT IN jack. The input you can reassign to varies for each digital audio input. For details, see “Assignable inputs for digital audio input” (page 64).

Assignable inputs for digital audio input

The initial setting is marked with an underscore.

Digital audio input [Display]

COAXIAL DVD I N [DVD COAX]

OPTICAL SAT IN [SAT OPT]

Assignable inputs

VIDEO1 DVD–VD1

VIDEO2 DVD–VD2

BD DVD–BD

DVD DVD–DVD

SAT DVD–SAT

SA-CD/CD DVD–CD

VIDEO1 SAT–VD1

VIDEO2 SAT–VD2

BD SAT–BD

DVD SAT–DVD

S AT S AT – SAT

SA-CD/CD SAT–CD

Display

Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

(DMPORT)

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound from a network system such as a portable audio/video source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound and image from the connected component on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Notes

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord.

• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned on.

• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible.

• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area.

Notes

• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio input to the same input.

• You cannot use the digital audio input as the original input when it is reassigned to another input.

• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically (page 63).

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

You can listen to the sound and view the images from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver.

OPTICAL

SAT IN

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

(ASSIGNABLE)

DIGITAL

DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

DMPORT

DC5V

0.7A MAX

A Video cord (not supplied)

To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter from the DMPORT jack

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

SAT IN DVD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

SUB WOO

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

Notes

• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack.

• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, insert the connector straight in.

• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when placing or moving the receiver.

Other Operations

Press and hold both sides of the connector and then pull out the connector.

Listening/Watching a connected component through DMPORT connection

1 Press DMPORT.

You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.

2 Start playback of the connected

component.

The sound is played back on the receiver and the image appears on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Notes

• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can operate the connected component by using the remote. For details on the remote button operation, see page 10.

• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR VIDEO OUT of the receiver to the TV (page 65).

Tip

When listening to MP3 or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select “PORTABLE” (page 48).

Naming inputs

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components.

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the input you want to create an index name for.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

either “5-AUDIO” or “6-VIDEO”.

4 Press or b to enter the

menu.

5 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”. 6 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” (page 55).

Changing the display

You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows.

All inputs except the FM and AM band

Index name of the inputa) t Selected input t Sound field currently applied

FM and AM band

Program Service nameb) or preset station namea) t Frequency t Program Type indication Current Time indication (in 24-hour system mode)b) t Sound field currently applied

Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 54, 66). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.

During RDS reception only (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) (page 55).

Note

Character or marks may not be displayed for some languages.

t Radio Text indicationb) t

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.

Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows:

2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00

t OFF

When sleep timer is activated, the display dims.

Note

If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver after the display dims, the display brightens up. After a while, the display dims again if no button is pressed.

Tip

To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.

Other Operations

Recording using the receiver

You can record from an audio/video component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component.

Recording onto a recording media

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

Recording onto a CD-R

You can record onto a CD-R using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your CD recorder.

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

For example, tune to the radio station you want to record (page 51).

3 Prepare the recording

component.

Insert a blank CD-R into the CD recorder and adjust the recording level.

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.

3 Prepare the recording

component.

Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording component (VIDEO 1) for recording.

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

Note

Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the source.

Note

Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the SA-CD/CD/CD-R OUT jacks.

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments

You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder.

1 Hold down the input button of

which you want to change the assignment.

Example: Hold down VIDEO1.

2 Referring to the table below,

press the corresponding button for the category you want.

Example: Press 4. Now you can use the VIDEO1 button to control the DVD recorder.

Categories and the corresponding buttons

Categories Press

VCR (command mode VTR 3)

VCR (command mode VTR 2)

DVD player/DVD recorder (command mode DVD1)

DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)

CD player 5

Euro Digital Satellite Receiver 6

DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 7

DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 8

Blu-ray disc player (command mode BD1)

Blu-ray disc recorder (command mode BD3)

TV -/--/>10/

Not assigned ENTER/

Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively.

Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray disc player or Blu-ray disc recorder.

0/10

CLEAR

MEMORY

Using the Remote

To clear all remote button assignments

Press ?/1, DMPORT and MASTER VOL – at the same time. The remote is reset to its factory settings.

Additional Information

Glossary

x Composite video

A standard format for transmitting video signal information. The luminance signal Y and chrominance signal C are combined and transmitted together.

x Cinema Studio EX

A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theatre using three technologies: “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth Matching”, and “Cinema Studio Reverberation”. “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual speaker technology, creates a virtual multisurround environment with actual speakers up to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound experience of a theatre with the latest facilities into your home. “Screen Depth Matching” reproduces treble attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound usually created in a theatre using sound emission from behind the screen. This is then added to the front and center channels. “Cinema Studio Reverberation” reproduces the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art dubbing theatres and recording studios, including Sony Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/ C, available according to the studio type.

x Component video

A format for transmitting video signal information consisting of three separate signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted more faithfully. The three jacks are color coded green, blue and red.

x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)

A unique sound reproduction technology for home theatre developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theatres at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and measured data, the ideal sound field intended by filmmakers can be experienced at home.

x Dolby Digital

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It consists of front (left/right), center, surround (left/right) and sub woofer channels. It is a designated audio standard for DVD video and also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since surround information is recorded and reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby surround.

x Dolby Pro Logic II

This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 channel surround sound.

x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro

Logic)

Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround information is matrixed into two stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in 4 channel surround sound. This is the most common audio processing method for DVD video.

x DTS Digital Surround

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theatres developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction.

x HDMI (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

x LFE (Low Frequency Effects)

Sound effects of low frequencies which are output from a sub woofer in Dolby Digital or DTS, etc. By adding a deep bass with a frequency between 20 to 120 Hz, audio becomes more powerful.

x PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)

A method of converting analog audio to digital audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.

x Sampling frequency

To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the sampling frequency. A standard music CD stores data quantified at 44,100 times per second, which is expressed as a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality.

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.

On heat buildup

Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

Additional Information

x x.v.Colour

x.v.Colour is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for colour space in video. This standard can express a wider colour range than the currently used broadcast standard.

continued

On placement

• Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver.

• Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

• Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the receiver is being used in combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna.)

• Use caution when placing the receiver or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

On operation

Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.

If color irregularity is observed again...

Place the speaker further away from the TV set.

If howling occurs

Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the receiver.

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 receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

The front speakers, center speaker and the sub woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to be installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities may still be observed on certain types of TV sets. As the surround speakers are not magnetically shielded, we recommend that you place the surround speakers slightly further away from the TV set (page 14).

If color irregularity is observed...

Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.

Audio

There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

• Check that all speaker cords are connected correctly.

• Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on.

• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set to “VOL MIN”.

• Check that the SPEAKERS (ON/OFF) is not set to “SP OFF” (page 17).

• Check that headphones are not connected.

• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.

• Check that you have selected the correct component with the input buttons (page

33).

• The protective device on the receiver has been activated. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on the power again.

There is no sound from a specific component.

• Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component.

• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.

There is no sound from one of the front speakers.

• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound.

• Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog component, and not only to either the L or R jack. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).

• Check that the INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” (page 63).

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

• Adjust the balance parameters using the LEVEL menu.

There is severe hum or noise.

• 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 away from a TV set or fluorescent light.

• Move your audio components away from the TV.

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

Additional Information

continued

There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround speakers.

• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 49).

• Adjust the speaker level (page 32).

There is no sound from the sub woofer.

• Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely.

• Make sure you have turned on your sub woofer.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE or MUSIC).

• Sound fields do not function for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.

• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.

• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component.

Recording cannot be carried out.

• Check that the components are connected correctly.

• Select the source component using the input buttons (page 33).

There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• Adjust the volume of this receiver.

• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component is not connected correctly. Turn off the receiver, then reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component.

• Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component device to make sure it supports this receiver.

Video

There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor.

• Select the appropriate input using the input buttons.

• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

• Move your audio components away from the TV.

• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible.

Recording cannot be carried out.

• Check that the components are connected correctly.

• Select the source component using the input buttons (page 33).

HDMI

The source sound input to the HDMI jack on the receiver is not output from the receiver or the TV speaker.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 58).

• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI.

• Depending on the playback component, you may need to set up the component. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each component.

The source image input to the HDMI jack on the receiver is not output from the TV.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 58).

• Depending on the playback component, you may need to set up the component. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each component.

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 58).

• Make sure “CONTROL FOR HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON” in the VIDEO menu.

• Make sure the connected component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

• Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected component. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected component.

• Repeat the procedures of “Preparing Control for HDMI function” if you change the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect the AC power cord, or when there is a power failure (page 59).

No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function.

• Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function.

• If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO FOR HDMI” settings in VIDEO menu to – “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the TV speaker and receiver.

– “AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the receiver.

• If you cannot listen to the sound of a component connected to the receiver – Select the appropriate input when you

want to watch a program on a component connected via HDMI connection to the receiver.

– Change the TV channel when you want

to watch a TV broadcast.

– Select the component or input you want

to watch when you watch a program on the component connected to the TV. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV on this operation.

The TV’s remote commander cannot be used to control the connected component when using the Control for HDMI function.

• Change the input of the receiver to the HDMI input connected to the component.

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Tuner

The FM reception is poor.

• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

The RDS information that you want does not appear.*

• Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question. If so, the service may be temporarily out of order.

* Models of area code CEL, CEK only.

Outdoor FM antenna

Receiver

ANTENNA

Ground wire (not supplied)

To ground

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

• Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna, if necessary.

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning.

• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).

• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 53).

• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver so that the frequency appears on the display.

RDS does not work.*

• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station.

• Select a stronger FM station.

Remote commander

The remote does not function.

• Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver.

• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver.

• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak.

• Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning codes” (page 30) to solve the problem.

PROTECT

Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again.

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide

Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 27). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 27

Customized sound fields page 50

Specifications

Amplifier section

Power Output Models of area code CEL, CEK, AU Stereo mode (rated) (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

Surround mode (reference) (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)

Measured under the following conditions:

Area code Power requirements

CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50 Hz

AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz

90 W + 90 W

RMS output FRONT:135 W

per channel CENTER:135 W SURROUND:135 W

per channel

Reference power output for front, center and surround speakers. Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Inputs

Analog Sensitivity: 800 mV/

50 kohms

Digital

(Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms

Outputs (Analog)

AUDIO OUT Voltage: 800 mV/

10 kohms

SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm

Reproduction frequency range:

28 – 20,000 Hz

Tone

Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step

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FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency

10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range Models of area code CEL, CEK, AU

With 9-kHz tuning scale:

531 – 1,602 kHz Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency

450 kHz

Video section

Inputs/Outputs

Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO:

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

B/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

R/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

80 MHz HD Pass Through

General

Power requirements

Area code Power requirements

CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz

Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

DC OUT: 5 V, 0.7 A MAX

Power consumption

Area code Power consumption

CEL, CEK, AU 200 W

Power consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W (When “CONTROL

FOR HDMI” in VIDEO

menu is set to “CTRL

OFF”) Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)

430 × 157.5 × 318 mm

including projecting parts

and controls Mass (Approx.) 7.8 kg

Speaker section

• Front speakers (SS-MSP890)

• Center speaker (SS-CNP890)

• Surround speakers (SS-SRP890)

Front/center speakers

Full range, bass reflex,

magnetically shielded Surround speakers Full range Speaker units 80 mm cone type Rated Impedance 6 ohms Dimension (width/height/depth) (Approx.)

Front speaker 130 × 215 × 136 mm

(with foot)

Center speaker 245 × 110 × 136 mm

(with foot)

Surround speaker 115 × 170 × 141 mm

(with foot) Mass (Approx.)

Front speaker 1.4 kg Center speaker 1.3 kg Surround speaker 1.0 kg

• Sub woofer (SA-WP890)

Speaker system Active subwoofer, bass

reflex, magnetically

shielded Speaker unit 200 mm cone type RMS output 190 W Input LINE IN (input pin jacks)

Power requirements

Area code Power requirements

CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz

Power consumption

Area code Power consumption

CEL, CEK, AU 80 W

Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)

270 × 335 × 380 mm

(with foot) Mass (Approx.) 8.3 kg

Supplied speakers

• Front speakers (2)

• Center speaker (1)

• Surround speakers (2)

• Sub woofer (1)

Supplied accessories

Operating instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Monaural audio cord (1) Speaker cords

• Long (2)

• Short (3)

Footpads

• Speakers (20)

• Sub woofer (4)

Remote commander (RM-AAU023) (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or

ECM-AC2a) (1)

For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Additional Information

Index

Numerics

2CH STEREO 50

5.1 channel 14

AUTO CALIBRATION 28 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

(A.F.D.) 47

Blu-ray disc player

connecting 21 playback 36

Camcorder

connecting 25

CD player

connecting 19 playback 35

CD recorder

connecting 19

Control for HDMI

connecting 58 preparing 59

Digital Cinema Sound

(DCS) 70

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

connecting 65 Dolby Digital 70 DTS 71 DVD player

connecting 23

playback 36 DVD recorder

connecting 25

Error messages 76

HDMI

connecting 21

Initial setup 27 INPUT MODE 63

A. CAL 46 AUDIO 42 LEVEL 40 SUR 41 SYSTEM 44 TONE 41 TUNER 42 VIDEO 43

Muting 33

Naming 54, 66

One-Touch Play 60

RDS 55 Recording

onto a CD-R 68 onto a recording media

Remote commander 10

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

connecting 24

Selecting

component 33

sound field 48 Sleep Timer 67 Sound fields

resetting 50

selecting 48 Speakers

connecting 16

installing 14 Super Audio CD player

connecting 19

playback 35 System Audio Control 61 System Power Off 62

TEST TONE 32 Tuner

connecting 26 Tuning

automatically 51

directly 52

to preset stations 54 TV

connecting 18

VCR

connecting 25 Video game

connecting 25

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Getting Started

Description and location of parts

1: Installing the speakers

2: Connecting the speakers

3: Connecting the TV

4a: Connecting the audio components

4b: Connecting the video components

5: Connecting the antennas

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote

Playback

Selecting a component

Listening/Watching a component

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus

Enjoying Surround Sound

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

Presetting radio stations

Using the Radio Data System (RDS)

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for “BRAVIA” Sync

Preparing Control for HDMI function

Other Operations

Naming inputs

Changing the display

Using the Sleep Timer

Recording using the receiver

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments

Additional Information

Glossary

Precautions

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index