Sony HT-SL7A User Manual

4-235-541-13(2)

Home Theater
System

Operating Instructions

HT-SL7A

© 2001 Sony Corporation

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire, do not Cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains,
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Don’t throw away the battery with
general house waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.

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

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

Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered

trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Tip

The instructions in this manual describe the controls
on the amplifier. You can also use the controls on the
supplied remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the amplifier. For details on the use
of your remote, see pages 31–34.

Demonstration Mode

The demonstration will activate the first time you
turn on the power. When the demonstration starts,
the following message appears in the display
twice:

“NOW DEMONSTRATION MODE IF YOU
FINISH DEMONSTRATION PLEASE PRESS
POWER KEY WHILE THIS MESSAGE
APPEARS IN THE DISPLAY THANK YOU”

To cancel the demonstration

Press ?/1 to turn the amplifier off during the
previous message. The next time you turn the
amplifier on, the demonstration will not appear.

To view the demonstration

Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the
power.

Notes

• Running the demonstration will clear the
amplifier’s memory. For details on what will be
cleared, see “Clearing the amplifier’s memory”
on page 13.

• There will be no sound when the demonstration
mode is activated.

• You cannot cancel demonstration if you did not
press ?/1 while the above message is being
displayed. To cancel demonstration after the
above message appears, press ?/1 twice to
activate the demonstration again. Then, press
?/1 while the above message is being
displayed.

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Table of Contents

Parts Identification

Main unit ...............................................4

Hooking Up the Components

Required cords....................................... 5

Audio component hookups.................... 6

Video component hookups ....................7

Digital component hookups................... 8

Multi channel input hookups .................9

Other hookups .....................................10

Hooking Up and Setting Up
the Speaker System

Speaker system hookups ..................... 11

Performing initial setup operations .....13

Multi channel surround setup .............. 13

Checking the connections.................... 18

Basic Operations

Selecting the component ..................... 18

Enjoying Surround Sound

Other Operations

Using the Sleep Timer .........................24

Adjustments using the SET UP button...

Additional Information

Precautions ..........................................25

Troubleshooting................................... 25

Specifications ......................................27

Tables of settings using LEVEL, SURR,

and SET UP buttons ...................... 29

Adjustable parameters for each sound

field ............................................... 30

Before you use your remote ................ 31

Remote button description................... 31

Changing the factory setting of

a function button ........................... 34

24

Selecting a sound field ........................ 19

Understanding the multi channel

surround displays .......................... 21

Customizing sound fields .................... 22

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Parts Identification

The items are arranged in alphabetical order.
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.

Main unit

1 2 3 456 7 8 9 0 qa qs

ql

AUX 6 (18)
Cursor buttons (U/u) qh (14,

22–24)
Display qk (21)
DVD 3 (18)
LEVEL qj (22)
MASTER VOLUME qa (17, 18)
MULTI CH IN 8 (18)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

indicator 5
MUTING qd (18)
PHONES jack ql (18)
SET UP q; (14, 24)
SOUND FIELD +/– qs (19, 23)
SURR 9 (23)
TEST TONE qf (17)
TUNER 7 (18)
TV 4 (18)
VIDEO 2 (18)
?/1 (power) 1 (13, 17, 18, 23)
+/– qg (14, 22–24)

qk

qj qfqgqh

qd

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Hooking Up the Components

Required cords

Before you get started

• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.

• Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the connections are completed.

• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

• When connecting optical digital cords, take the caps off the connectors and insert the cord plugs straight

in until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie the optical digital cord.

Hooking Up the Components

Parts Identification/Hooking Up the Components

A Audio cord (not supplied)

B S-video cord (not supplied)

C Optical digital cord (not supplied)

D Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

E Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

White (L) White (L)

Red (R) Red (R)

Yellow (video) Yellow (video)

Black Black

Orange Orange

Black Black

5

5

Audio component hookups

For details on the required cords (A – E), see page 5.

ININININ

S-VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

L

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN

R

VIDEO

DVDTVAUX

Tuner

Tip

To specify the video input to be used with the audio
signals from the TUNER jacks, set the TUNER visual
input in the SET UP menu (page 24).

IN

FRONT

TUNER MULTI CH INPUT

SURROUND

A

OUTPUT

LINE

L

R

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

6

Video component hookups

S-VIDEO

INPUT

S-VIDEO

ININININ

MONITOR OUT

Hooking Up the Components

TV monitor

IN

B

L

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN

R

VIDEO

DVDTVAUX

BA

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

To apply sound effects to the
audio from the TV

You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks
to the VIDEO AUDIO IN jacks on the
amplifier and apply sound effects to the audio
from the TV. In this case, do not connect the
TV’s video output jack to the VIDEO IN jack
on the amplifier.
To switch the TV channels using the remote,
assign the VIDEO button to TV (page 34).

CENTER

IN

FRONT

SURROUND

TUNER MULTI CH INPUT

SUB WOOFER

VCR

L

R

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

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Digital component hookups

Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player (etc.) to the amplifier’s digital input jacks to
bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To fully enjoy multi
channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center
speaker) and a sub woofer are required.

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

BD

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

ININININ

DVD player

(etc.)

MONITOR OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN

C

S-VIDEO

OUT

OUTPUT

L

R

IN

FRONT

TUNER MULTI CH INPUT

VIDEO

DVDTVAUX

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

B

Digital

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

satellite

tuner (etc.)

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

OUTPUT

Notes

• The OPTICAL input jacks are compatible with 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies.

• The COAXIAL input jack is compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies.

8

Multi channel input hookups

Although this amplifier incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channel
input jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats other
than Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you
can connect them directly to the amplifier to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel
decoder. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel
decoder.

To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround
speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel
hookups.

Tips

• To specify the video input to be used with the audio signals from the MULTI CH INPUT jacks, set the MULTI
CH IN visual input in the SET UP menu (page 24).

• You can use cord A instead of 2 cords E.

Notes

• When using the connections described below, adjust the level of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the
DVD player or multi channel decoder.

• See page 11 for details on speaker system hookup.

ININININ

S-VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

Hooking Up the Components

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN

L

R

IN

FRONT

TUNER MULTI CH INPUT

VIDEO

DVDTVAUX

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

AAE E

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

L

R

MULTI CH OUT

SUB

WOOFER

DVD player,

Multichannel decoder, etc.

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Other hookups

b

S-VIDEO

ININININ

MONITOR OUT

L

DIGITAL

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN

BC

S-VIDEO

OUT

OUTPUT

R

VIDEO

DVDTVAUX

Audio/video

IN

FRONT

TUNER MULTI CH INPUT

component

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

OUTPUT

AUX hookups

If you have an individual audio/video
component

Use an optical digital cord (not supplied) to
connect the optical output jack on the CD
player, MD deck, or video game player to the
AUX OPTICAL jack on the amplifier so that
you can listen to stereo sources in surround
sound.

Use the S-video cable (not supplied) to connect
the S-video output jack on your video
component to the AUX S-VIDEO IN jack on
the amplifier.

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

Connecting the AC power
cord

Before connecting the AC power cord of this
amplifier to a wall outlet, connect the speaker
system to the amplifier (see page 11).

Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/
video components to a wall outlet.

Note

If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two
weeks, the amplifier’s entire memory will be cleared
and the demonstration will start.

AC power cord

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To a wall outlet

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

Speaker system hookups

Before connecting speakers, be sure to turn off this unit.

Required cords

A Speaker cords (supplied)

(+) (+)
(–) (–)

B Monaural audio cord (supplied)

Black Black

Active sub woofer

b

To a wall outlet
(Switch the power
(POWER) to off
before connecting the
power cord.)

WOOFER

OUT

SUB

INPUT

AUDIO

IN

B

+

–

RL RL

SURROUND

Center speaker

+–+

–

CENTER

SPEAKERS

FRONT

(IMPEDANCE USE 8–16Ω)

Front speaker (R)

+

–

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

Front speaker (L)

Ee Ee

AA

E

e

A

A

E

Surround speaker

(R)

Tip

E

e

Surround speaker

To prevent speaker vibration or movement while
listening, attach the supplied foot pads at the bottom
of the speakers.

A

e

(L)

continued

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Speaker system hookups (continued)

To avoid short-circuiting the
speakers

Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage
the amplifier. To prevent this, make sure to
take the following precautions when
connecting the speakers.

Make sure the stripped ends of each
speaker cord does not touch another
speaker terminal, the stripped end of
another speaker cord, or the metal parts of
the amplifier.

Examples of poor conditions of the
speaker cord

Stripped speaker cord is touching another
speaker terminal.

After connecting all the components,
speakers, and AC power cord, output
a test tone to check that all the
speakers are connected correctly.
For details on outputting a test tone,
see page 17.

If no sound is heard from a speaker while
outputting a test tone or a test tone is output
from a speaker other than the one whose name
is currently displayed on the amplifier, the
speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens,
check the speaker connection again.

To avoid damaging your
speakers

Make sure that you turn down the volume
before you turn off the amplifier. When you
turn on the amplifier, the volume remains at the
level you turn off the amplifier.

Stripped cords are touching each other
due to excessive removal of insulation.

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Performing initial setup

Multi channel surround

operations

Once you have hooked up the speakers and
turned on the power, clear the amplifier’s
memory. Then specify the speaker parameters
(size, position, etc.) and perform any other
initial setup operations necessary for your
system.

Tip

To check the audio output during settings (to set up
while outputting the sound), check the connection
(see page 18).

Clearing the amplifier’s
memory

Before using your amplifier for the first time,
or when you want to clear the amplifier’s
memory, do the following.

This procedure is not necessary if the
demonstration activates when you turn on the
power.

1 Turn off the amplifier.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

The demonstration starts (see page 2) and
all of the following items are reset or
cleared:

• All sound field parameters are reset to
their factory settings.

• All SET UP parameters are reset to
their factory settings.

• The sound fields memorized for each
program source are cleared.

• The master volume is set to “MIN”.

Performing initial setup operations

Before using your amplifier for the first time,
adjust SET UP parameters so that the amplifier
correspond to your system. For the adjustable
parameters, see the table on page 29. See pages
13–17 for speaker settings and page 24 for
other settings.

setup

For the best possible surround sound, all
speakers should be the same distance from the
listening position (A).

However, the amplifier lets you to place the
center speaker up to 1.5 meters closer (B) and
the surround speakers up to 4.5 meters closer
(C) to the listening position.

The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to

12.0 meters from the listening position (A).
You can place the surround speakers either

behind you or to the side, depending on the
shape of your room (etc.).

Place the sub woofer at the same distance from
the listening position as the front speaker (left
or right).

When placing surround speakers to your side

B

AA

45°

90°

20°

When placing surround speakers behind you

B

AA

45°

90°

20°

Note

Do not place the center speaker farther away from the
listening position than the front speakers.

Sub woofer

CC

Sub woofer

CC

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Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

13

Multi channel surround setup
(continued)

Specifying the speaker
parameters

1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons (U or u) to

select the parameter you want to
adjust.

3 Press + or – to select the setting you

want.

The setting is stored automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 until you have set

all of the parameters that follow.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial setting

L

R (FRONT) XX.X m DIST. 5.0 m

C

(CENTER) XX.X m DIST. 5.0 m

SL

SR (SURR) XX.X m DIST. 3.5 m

SL

SR (SURR) PL. XXX PL. BEHD.

SL

SR (SURR) HGT. XXX HGT. LOW

x Front speaker distance (L R)

Set the distance from your listening position to
the front speakers (A on page 13).

x Center speaker distance (C)

Set the distance from your listening position to
the center speaker. Center speaker distance
should be set from a distance equal to the front
speaker distance (A on page 13) to a distance

1.5 meters closer to your listening position (B
on page 13).

x Surround speaker distance (SL SR)

Set the distance from your listening position to
the surround speakers. Surround speaker
distance should be set from a distance equal to
the front speaker distance (A on page 13) to a
distance 4.5 meters closer to your listening
position (C on page 13).

Tip

The amplifier allows you to input the speaker position
in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set
the center speaker further than the front speakers.
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than

1.5 meters closer than the front speakers.
Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set farther
away from the listening position than the front
speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters
closer.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not
conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer
than the actual location of the speakers 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.
For example, setting the center speaker distance
1~2 m closer than the actual speaker position will
create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the
screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround
effect because the surround speakers are too close,
setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter)
than the actual distance will create a larger sound
stage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!

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x Surround speaker position (SL SR)*

This parameter lets you specify the location of
your surround speakers for proper
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound
surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound
fields. Refer to the illustration below.

• Select “PL. SIDE” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section A.

• Select “PL. BEHD.” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section B.

This setting only effects the surround modes in
the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

90°

A

B

A

45°

B

20°

x Surround speaker height (SL SR)*

This parameter lets you specify the height of
your surround speakers for proper
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound
surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound
fields. Refer to the illustration below.

• Select “HGT. LOW” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section A.

• Select “HGT. HIGH” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section B.

This setting only effects the surround modes in
the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

Tip

The surround speaker position parameter is designed
specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema
Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.
With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker
position is not as critical as other modes. All of the
modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields were
designed under the premise that the surround speaker
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 “VIRTUAL” sound fields will
not be effective unless the surround speaker position
parameter is set to “PL. SIDE”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, like wall reflections, and you may obtain
better results using “PL. BEHD.” if your speakers are
located high above the listening position, even if they
are to the immediate left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary
to the “Surround speaker position” explanation, we
recommend that you playback multi channel surround
encoded software and listen to the effect each setting
has on your listening environment. Choose 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 “PL. BEHD.” and then use
the speaker distance parameter and speaker level
adjustments to obtain proper balance.

continued

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

B

A

B

60

A

30

* These parameters are not available when

“Surround speaker size” is set to “NO”.

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Multi channel surround setup
(continued)

Only when you use the speaker system
other than the supplied one, be sure to
set the following parameters.

The speaker size and sub woofer selection has been
preset to MICRO SP. (Micro Satellite Speaker)
according to the supplied speaker system. If you
change the speaker system, choose NORM. SP.
(Normal Speaker) to adjust the speaker size and sub
woofer selection. To select NORM. SP., turn off the
power, then turn on again while pressing the cursor
button U. (To reset to MICRO SP., do the same
procedure.)

Parameter Initial setting

L

R (FRONT) LARGE

C

(CENTER) LARGE

SL

SR (SURR) LARGE

SW

(SUB WOOFER) S.W. YES

You cannot change the configuration if you choose
MICRO SP.

x Front speaker size (L R)

• If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
front channel bass frequencies from the sub
woofer.

• When the front speakers are set to “SMALL”,
the center and surround speakers are also
automatically set to “SMALL” (unless
previously set to “NO”).

x Center speaker size (C)

• If you connect a large speaker that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are
set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center
speaker to “LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
center channel bass frequencies from the front
speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer.*

• If you do not connect a center speaker, select
“NO”. The sound of the center channel will be
output from the front speakers.*

2

x Surround speaker size (SL SR)

• If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are
set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the surround
speakers to “LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
surround channel bass frequencies from the sub
woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.

• If you do not connect surround speakers, select

Tip

*1–*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic
modes
*1 NORMAL
*2 PHANTOM
*3 3 STEREO

“NO”.*

3

1

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Tip

Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each
speaker determine whether or not the internal sound
processor will cut the bass signal from that channel.
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass
frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE”
speakers.
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of
directionality, it best not to cut them, if possible.
Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can
set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass
frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if
you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have
bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to
“SMALL”.
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set
all speakers to “LARGE”.

x Sub woofer selection (SW)

•

If you connect a sub woofer, select “S.W. YES”.

• If you do not connect a sub woofer, select
“S.W. NO”. This activates the bass redirection
circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other
speakers.

• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.

Adjusting the speaker level

Use the remote while seated in your listening
position to adjust the level of each speaker.

Note

The amplifier incorporates a new test tone with a
frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker level
adjustment.

5 Press TEST TONE.

You will hear the test tone from each
speaker in sequence.

Front (left) t Center t Front (right) t
Surround (right) t Surround (left) t
Sub woofer

6 Adjust the level parameters so that the

level of the test tone from each speaker
sounds the same when you are in your
main listening position.

To adjust the balance and level of speakers,
press MENU </> on the remote to select the
level parameter you want to adjust (page 22).
Then press MENU +/– to select the setting.

7 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the

test tone.

Tip

You can adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time. Turn MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or
press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote.

Notes

• The test tone is not output when the MULTI CH IN
function is on.

• The front balance, surround balance, center level,
surround level, and sub woofer level are shown in
the display during adjustment.

•

Although these adjustments can also be made via the
front panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone
is output, the amplifier switches to the LEVEL menu
automatically), we recommend you follow the
procedure described above and adjust the speaker
levels from your listening position using the remote.

• To enjoy the better sound quality, do not turn the
volume of the subwoofer too high.

continued

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

POWER LEVEL

POWER indicator

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the amplifier.
2 Turn MASTER VOLUME on the

amplifier clockwise (until 10 to 20
appears in the display).

3 Turn on the power of the sub woofer.
4 Turn LEVEL on the sub woofer

clockwise (about position).

17

Multi channel surround setup
(continued)

Tip

In addition to outputting the test tone, you can also
adjust the level of each speaker while listening to the
sound of a CD or DVD, etc. Although you lay the
foundation for high quality surround sound by
matching the levels of all speakers using the test tone,
it may be necessary to make further adjustments
while listening to playback of actual software. This is
because most software contains center and surround
channels recorded at slightly lower levels than the
two front channels.
When you actually playback software recorded in
multi channel surround you will notice that increasing
the center and surround speaker levels produces a
better blend between the front and center speakers
and greater cohesion between the front and surround
speakers. Increasing the level of the center speaker
about 1 dB, and the surround speakers about 1~2 dB
is likely to produce better results.
In other words, in order to create a more cohesive
soundstage with balanced dialog we recommend that
you make some adjustments while playing your
software. Changes of only 1 dB can make a huge
difference in the character of the soundstage.

Checking the connections

After connecting all of your components to the
amplifier, do the following to verify that the
connections were made correctly.

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the amplifier.
2 Press a function button to select a

component (program source) that you
connected (e.g., DVD player).

3 Turn on the component and start

playing it.

4 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to turn up the

volume.

If you do not obtain normal sound output after
performing this procedure, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 25 and take the
appropriate measures to correct the problem.

Basic Operations

Selecting the component

Function buttons

Press a function button to select the component
you want to use.

To select Press

VCR VIDEO
DVD player DVD
Digital satellite tuner (etc.) TV
Tuner TUNER
An audio/video AUX

component

After turning on the component you selected,
select the component and play the program
source.

MULTI CH IN

Press MULTI CH IN to enjoy the audio source
connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks with
the video from the selected component.

• When the MULTI CH IN is selected, the sound
field and surround parameters do not function.

MUTING

Press MUTING to mute the sound. MUTING
appears on the display when the sound is
muted. The muting function is canceled when
turning the power off, or disconnecting the
power cord.

PHONES

Use the PHONES jack to connect headphones.

• When the headphones are connected, speaker
output is automatically cancelled.

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Enjoying Surround Sound

You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the amplifier’s pre­programmed sound fields. They bring the
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
and concert halls into your home. You can also
customize the sound fields to obtain the sound
you want by changing the various surround
parameters.
To fully enjoy surround sound, you must
register the number and location of you
speakers. See “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 13 to set the speaker
parameters before enjoying surround sound.

Selecting a sound field

You can enjoy surround sound simply by
selecting one of the pre-programmed sound
fields according to the program you want to
listen to.

Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to
select the sound field you want.

The current sound field is indicated in the
display. See pages 19–20 for information on
each sound field.

To turn the surround effect off

Select A.F.D. or 2CH ST. (page 20).

Tips

• The amplifier memorizes the last sound field
selected for each program source (Sound Field
Link). Whenever you select a program source, the
sound field that was last applied is automatically
applied again. For example, if you listen to DVD
with HALL as the sound field, change to a different
program source, then return to DVD, HALL will be
applied again.

• You can identify the encoding format of program
software by looking at its packaging.
Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the
logo, and Dolby Surround encoded programs are
labeled with the logo.

About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)

DCS is the concept name of the surround
technology for home theater developed by
Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal
Processor) technology to reproduce the sound
characteristics of an actual cinema cutting
studio in Hollywood.

When played at home, DCS will create a
powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic
combination of sound and action as envisioned
by the movie director.

x NORM.SURR. (Normal Surround)

Software with multi channel surround audio
signals is played back according to the way it
was recorded. Software with 2 channel audio
signals is decoded with Dolby Pro Logic to
create surround effects.

x STUDIO A–C (Cinema Studio A–C)

DCS

• CINEMA STUDIO A reproduces the sound
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
classic editing studio.

• CINEMA STUDIO B reproduces the sound
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
mixing studio which is one of the most up-to­date facilities in Hollywood.

• CINEMA STUDIO C reproduces the sound
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
BGM recording studio.

continued

Basic Operations/Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Surround Sound

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Selecting a sound field (continued)

x V.M.DIMENS.* (Virtual Multi Dimension)

DCS

Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of
virtual surround speakers positioned higher
than the listener from a single pair of actual
surround speakers. This mode creates 4 sets of
virtual speakers surrounding the listener at
approximately a 30° angle of elevation.

x V.SEMI M.D.* (Virtual Semi Multi

Dimension) DCS

Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual
surround speakers from the sound of the front
speakers without using actual surround
speakers. This mode creates 5 sets of virtual
speakers surrounding the listener at a 30° angle
of elevation.

x HALL

Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular
concert hall.

x JAZZ (Jazz Club)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

x L.HOUSE (Live House)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live
house.

x GAME

Obtains maximum audio impact from video
game software.

Use the buttons on the remote to operate the
following modes.

A.F.D. (AUTO FORMAT DECODING)

Automatically detects the type of audio signal
being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2
channel stereo) and performs the proper
decoding if necessary. This mode presents the
sound as it was recorded/encoded, without
adding any effects (ex. reverberation).

2CH ST. (2 CHANNEL)

Outputs the sound from the front left and right
speakers only. Standard 2 channel (stereo)
sources completely bypass the sound field
processing. Multi channel surround formats are
downmixed to 2 channel.

Notes

• No sound is output from the sub woofer when
you select NORM. SP. (page 16) and “2CH ST.” is
selected. To listen to 2 channel (stereo) sources
using the front left and right speakers and a sub
woofer, select “A.F.D.”.

• When you select MICRO SP., internal sound
processor will automatically redirect bass sound to
subwoofer.

* “VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual

speakers.

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.

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L F E

Understanding the multi channel surround displays

19 0 2 3

8

SLEEP

SW

L C R

L F E

SL

S SR

7

a

OPTSP. OFF

DIGITAL

PRO LOGIC

COAX

1 ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the amplifier

is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby
Digital format.

2 PRO LOGIC: Lights up when the amplifier

applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel
signals in order to output the center and
surround channel signals. However, this
indicator does not light if the center and
surround speakers are set to “NO”, and
“A.F.D.” or “NORMAL SURROUND” is
selected.

3 DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input.
4 D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range

compression is activated. See page 23 to
adjust the dynamic range compression.

5 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a

digital signal being input through the
COAXIAL terminal.

6 OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a

digital signal being input through the
OPTICAL terminal.

DTS

D.RANGE

456

7 Playback channel indicators: The letters

light up to indicate the channels being played
back.
L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center
(monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR
(Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or
the surround components obtained by Pro
Logic processing)), SW (Sub woofer)

The boxes around the letters light up to
indicate the speakers used to playback the
channels.

8

: Lights up when the disc being

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

9 SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is

activated.

0 SP.OFF: Lights up when headphones are

inserted.

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Customizing sound fields

By adjusting the surround and level parameters
of the front, center, and surround speakers, you
can customize the sound fields to suit your
particular listening situation.

Once you customize a sound field, the changes
are stored in the memory indefinitely (unless
the amplifier is unplugged for about two
weeks). You can change a customized sound
field any time by making new adjustments to
the parameters.

See the tables on page 30 for the parameters
available in each sound field.

To get the most from multi
channel surround sound

Position your speakers and do the procedures
described in “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 13 before you customize a
sound field.

Adjusting the level
parameters

The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let
you adjust the balance and volumes of each
speaker. The settings are applied to all sound
fields.

1 Start playing a program source

encoded with multi channel surround
sound.

2 Press LEVEL.

The button lights up and the first parameter
is displayed.

3 Press the cursor buttons (U or u) to

select the parameter you want to
adjust.

4 Press + or – to select the setting you

want.

The setting is stored automatically.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial setting

FRONT BALANCE* BALANCE
SURR BALANCE* BALANCE
CENTER LEVEL* CTR 0 dB
SURR LEVEL* SURR 0 dB
SUB WOOFER LEVEL* S.W. 0 dB
LFE MIX LEVEL L.F.E. 0 dB
DYNAMIC RANGE COMP COMP. OFF
* These parameters can be adjusted separately for

MULTI CH IN.

Front balance (L R)

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

Surround balance (SL SR)

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

Center level (C)

Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.

Surround level (SL SR)

Lets you adjust the level of the surround left
and right speakers.

Sub woofer level (SW)

Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.

Low Frequency Effect (

Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low
Frequency Effect) channel output from the sub
woofer without effecting the level of the bass
frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the
front, center or surround channels via the
Dolby Digital or DTS bass redirection
circuitry.

•“0 dB” outputs the full LFE signal at the mix
level determined by the recording engineer.

• To mute the sound of the LFE channel from the
sub woofer, select “OFF”. However, the low
frequency sounds of the front, center, or
surround speakers are output from the sub
woofer according to the settings made for each
speaker in the speaker setup (pages 16–17).

LFE

)

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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.
We recommend using the “MAX” setting.

• To reproduce the sound track with no
compression, select “COMP. OFF”.

• To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic
range intended by the recording engineer, select

“COMP. STD”.

• To compress the dynamic range in small steps

to achieve the sound you desire, select “COMP.

0.1”–“COMP. 0.9”.

• To reproduce a dramatic compression of the
dynamic range, select “COMP. MAX”.

Note

Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby
Digital sources only.

D. RANGE

Adjusting the surround
parameters

The SURR menu contains parameters that let
you customize various aspects of the current
sound field. The settings are stored individually
for each sound field.

1 Start playing a program source

encoded with multi channel surround
sound.

2 Press SURR.

The button lights up and the first parameter
is displayed.

3 Press the cursor buttons (U or u) to

select the parameter you want to
adjust.

4 Press + or – to select the setting you

want.

The setting is stored automatically.

)

Initial settings

Parameter Initial setting

EFFECT LEVEL (depends on the sound field)
WALL TYPE WALL MID
REVERBERATION REVB. MID

TIME

Effect level (EFFECT)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the current
surround effect.

Wall type (WALL)

Lets you control the level of the high
frequencies to alter the sonic character of your
listening environment by simulating a softer (S)
or harder (H) wall. The midpoint designates a
neutral wall (made of wood).

Reverberation (REVERB)

Lets you control the spacing of the early
reflections to simulate a sonically longer (L) or
shorter (S) room. The midpoint designates a
standard room with no adjustment.

Resetting customized sound
fields to the factory settings

1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off

the power.

2 Hold down SOUND FIELD + and press

?/1.

“S.F. CLR.” appears in the display and all
sound fields are reset at once.

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Other Operations

Using the Sleep Timer

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

Press SLEEP on the remote 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

The display dims after you have specified the
time.

Tips

• You can freely specify the time. After pressing
SLEEP, specify the time you want using the cursor
buttons (U or u) on the amplifier. The sleep timer
can be set with an interval of 1 minute between
1 minute and 5 hours, and with an interval of
1 second for less than 1 minute.

• To check the remaining time before the amplifier
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time
appears in the display.

Adjustments using the SET UP button

The SET UP button allows you to make the
following adjustments.

1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons (U or u) to

select the parameter you want to
adjust.

When you select MULTI VI. or TUNER
VI., M[XXX] or T[XXX] appears in the
display after about 2 seconds.

3 Press + or – to select the setting you

want.

The setting is stored automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 until you have set

all of the parameters that follow.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial setting

MULTI VI. DVD
TUNER VI. OFF

x MULTI CH IN visual select

Lets you specify the video input to be used
with the audio signals from the MULTI CH
INPUT jacks.

x TUNER visual select

Lets you specify the video input to be used
with the audio signals from the TUNER jacks.

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Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the unit, check that the operating
voltage is identical with your local power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate
at the rear of the amplifier.

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

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

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

On heat buildup

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

On placement

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

• Do not place the amplifier 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.

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

On operation

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

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 question or problem concerning your
amplifier, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the amplifier, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem. Also, see “Checking the connections”
on page 18 to verify that the connections are
correct. Should any problem persist, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.

There is no sound no matter which component
is selected.

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

• Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is
not set at “MIN”.

• Check that all speaker cords are connected
correctly.

• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.

• Check that the headphones are not connected to
the PHONES jack. No sound will come from the
speakers if the headphones are connected.

• Check that the amplifier is not in “Demonstration
Mode” (see page 2).

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
amplifier and the component.

Additional Information

Other Operations/Additional Information

continued

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Troubleshooting (continued)

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 (see page 18).

If only one channel is output from the
headphones, the component may not be
connected to the amplifier correctly. Check that
all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on
both the amplifier and the component.

If both channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to the
amplifier correctly. Check the connection of the
front speaker which is not outputting any sound.

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard.

• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.

• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the amplifier.

• Check that the headphones are not connected.

• Press MUTING if muting function is activated.

• The Thermal Protection has been activated

because the amplifier is overheated
(“OVERHEAT” flashes in the display). Turn off
the amplifier, leave the amplifier for a while,
then turn on the power again.

• The Over Current Protection has been activated
because of low impedance or short circuit
(“PROTECT” flashes in the display). Turn off
the amplifier, eliminate the short-circuit problem
and turn on the power again after about
20 seconds.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.

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

• Adjust balance parameters in 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 TV away from the audio components.

• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a

cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.

There is no sound from the center speaker.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press
SOUND FIELD +/–).

• Select a sound field containing the word
“CINEMA” or “VIRTUAL” (see page 19–20).

• Adjust the speaker level (see page 17).

• Make sure the center speaker size parameter is

set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (see page

16).

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard from the surround speakers.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press
SOUND FIELD +/–).

• Select a sound field containing the word
“CINEMA” or “VIRTUAL” (see page 19–20).

• Adjust the speaker level (see page 17).

• Make sure the surround speaker size parameter is

set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (see page

16).

There is no sound from the active sub woofer.

• When you select NORM. SP., make sure the sub
woofer is set to “S.W. YES” (see page 17).

• Check that “2CH ST.” is not selected (see page

20).

“PCM--kHz” appears on the display.

• The sampling frequency is more than 48 kHz.
Change the input player setting to 48 kHz.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press
SOUND FIELD +/–).

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

• Select the appropriate function on the amplifier.

• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

The remote does not function.

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

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

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

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

• If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use
the remote to select a source or component other
than TV before operating the amplifier or other
component.

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Reference sections for clearing the
amplifier’s memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 13
Customized sound fields page 23

Specifications

Amplifier section

POWER OUTPUT
Rated Power Output at Stereo mode

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.3 %)

Reference Power Output

(THD 0.3 %) Front1): 80 W/ch

1) Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.

Frequency response

MICRO SP.: 150 Hz – 20 kHz

NORMAL SP.: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Inputs (Analog) Sensitivity: 250 mV

2) INPUT SHORT.

3) Weighted network, input level.

Inputs (Digital)

DVD (Coaxial) Sensitivity: –

TV, AUX (Optical) Sensitivity: –

80 W + 80 W

Center1): 80 W
Surround1): 80 W/ch

0/–3 dB
150 Hz (6 dB/oct)
Low cut Filter ON

+/–0.5 dB

Impedance: 50 kilohms
S/N2): 80 dB
(A, 250 mV3))

Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 96 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)

Impedance: –
S/N: 96 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)

Outputs

FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R,
SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V

Impedance: 1 kilohms

Video section

Inputs

S-video: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Outputs

S-video: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms

C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms

General

Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 98 W
Power consumption (during standby mode)

Dimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 83 × 289 mm

Mass (Approx.) 3.1 kg

1.9 W

including projecting parts
and controls

Speaker Section

SS-MSP1 Front, center and surround
speakers
Speaker system Full range, magnetically

Speaker units 8 cm cone type
Enclosure type Bass reflex
Rated impedance 8 ohms
Power handling capacity

(Maximum input power)

Sensitivity level 85 dB (1 W, 1m)
Frequency range 160 Hz – 20, 000 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d)

Mass Approx. 1 kg

shielded

100 watts

Approx. 92 x 133 x 115 mm
including front grille

continued

Additional Information

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Specifications (continued)

SA-WMSP1 subwoofer
System Speaker system

Speaker unit Woofer: 20 cm cone type
Enclosure type Acoustically Loaded Bass

Continuous RMS power output
(8 ohms, 20 – 250 Hz) 50 W

Reproduction frequency range

High frequency cut-off frequency

Input LINE IN (input pin jack)
Power requirements

Models of area code CEL, CEK:
Models of area code CN: 220 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption 50 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) 270 × 325 × 385 mm

Mass (Approx.) 10 kg
Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Speakers

• Front speakers (2)

• Center speaker (1)

• Surround speakers (2)

• Sub woofer (1)
Speaker cords (5)
Speaker foot pads (24)
Coaxial digital cord (1)
Monaural audio cord (1)

Active subwoofer,
magnetically shielded

Reflex

28 Hz – 200 Hz

150 Hz

230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

including front panel

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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Tables of settings using LEVEL, SURR, and SET UP buttons

You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURR, SET UP buttons, cursor buttons, and +/–
buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make.

Press Press U or u to select Press + or – to select Page

LEVEL FRONT BALANCE L8 to R8 (1 increment steps) 22

SURR BALANCE L8 to R8 (1 increment steps)
CENTER LEVEL –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
SURR LEVEL –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
SUB WOOFER LEVEL –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
LFE MIX LEVEL OFF, –20 dB to 0 dB (1 dB steps)
DYNAMIC RANGE COMP OFF, 0.1 to 0.9 (0.1 steps), STD, MAX

SURR EFFECT LEVEL depends on the sound field (16 steps) 23

SET UP

WALL TYPE
REVERBERATION TYPE

L

R (FRONT) LARGE, SMALL 14

C

(CENTER) LARGE, SMALL, NO

SL

SR (SURR) LARGE, SMALL, NO

SW

(SUB WOOFER) S.W. YES, S.W. NO

L

R (FRONT) XX.X m 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps)

C

(CENTER) XX.X m 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps)

SL

SR (SURR) XX.X m 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps)

SL

SR (SURR) PL. XXX PL. SIDE, PL. BEHD.

SL

SR (SURR) HGT. XXX HGT. LOW, HGT. HIGH
MULTI VI. TV, DVD, VIDEO, AUX, OFF 24
TUNER VI. TV, DVD, VIDEO, AUX, OFF

S (8 to 1), MID, H (1 to 8) (1 increment steps)
S (8 to 1), MID, L (1 to 8) (1 increment steps)

Additional Information

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Adjustable parameters for each sound field

The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all the sound fields. The adjusted SURR parameters
are stored in each sound field.

< LEVEL >

FRONT SURR CENTER SURR

BAL. BAL. LEVEL LEVEL
2CH zzz
A.F.D. zzzzzzz
NORM.SURR. zzzzzzz
STUDIO A zzzzzzz
STUDIO B zzzzzzz
STUDIO C zzzzzzz
V.M.DIMENS. zzzzzzz
V.SEMI M.D. zzzzz
HALL zzzzzzz
JAZZ zzzzzzz
L.HOUSE zzzzzzz
GAME zzzzzzz
MULTI CH IN zzzzz

< SURR >

EFFECT WALL REVERB

LEVEL TYPE TIME
2CH
A.F.D.
NORM.SURR.
STUDIO A z
STUDIO B z
STUDIO C z
V.M.DIMENS.
V.SEMI M.D.
HALL zzz
JAZZ zzz
L.HOUSE zzz
GAME zzz
MULTI CH IN

SUB WOOFER

LEVEL

LFE D.RANGE
MIX COMP.

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Before you use your remote

Remote button description

Inserting batteries into the
remote

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and –
properly oriented in the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote
sensor

on the amplifier.

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}

}

]

Tip

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for
about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates
the amplifier, replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes

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

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight

or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.

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

You can use the remote to operate the
components in your system. The tables below
show the settings of each button.

Remote Operations Function
Button

SLEEP Amplifier Activates the sleep

AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ Turns the audio and

?/1 Amplifier Turns the amplifier on or

VIDEO Amplifier To watch VCR.
DVD Amplifier To watch DVD.
TV Amplifier To watch TV programs

AUX Amplifier To listen to an audio

TUNER Amplifier To listen to radio

MULTI CH

0-9 Tuner Use with “SHIFT” button

>10 CD player/ Selects tracks numbers

CD player/ video components on or
DVD player/ off.
MD deck/
VCD player/
LD player/
DAT deck

Amplifier To listen to the sound

CD player/ Selects track numbers.
MD deck/ 0 selects track 10.
VCD player/
LD player/
DAT deck

TV/VCR/SAT Selects channel numbers.

MD deck/ over 10.
Tape deck/
LD player/
VCD player

function and the duration
which the amplifier turns
off automatically.

off.

or satellite receiver.

equipment.

programs.

from MULTI CH INPUT
jacks.

to select tuner preset
station numeric input
during DIRECT
TUNING or MEMORY
mode.

Additional Information

continued

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Remote button description
(continued)

Remote Operations Function
Button

ENTER TV/VCR/SAT/ After selecting a channel,

SHIFT Tuner Press repeatedly to select

-/-- TV Selects the channel entry

D.TUNING

./> CD player/ Skips tracks.

m/M CD player/ Searches tracks

n Tape deck Starts play on the reverse

N CD player/ Starts play.

Tape deck/ disc or track using the
LD player/ numeric buttons, press
VCD player/ to enter the value.
MD deck/
DAT deck

a memory page for
presetting radio stations
or tuning to preset
stations.

mode, either one or two
digit.

Tuner Tuner station direct key-

in mode.

MD deck/
DVD player/
LD player/
VCD player/
Tape deck/VCR/
DAT deck

DVD player/ (forward or backward).
VCD player/
MD deck/
LD player/

Tape deck/ Fastforwards or
VCR/ rewinds.
DAT deck Searches tracks when

pressed during playback.

side.

MD deck/Tape
deck/VCR/
DVD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DAT deck

Remote Operations Function
Button

X CD player/ Pauses play or record.

x CD player/ Stops play.

POSITION

SWAP* TV Swaps the small and the

DISC CD player Select discs (Mega

SUB CH TV Selects preset channels
+/–* for the small picture.

D. SKIP/CH/
PRESET +/–

DISPLAY TV/VCR/ Selects information

P IN P* TV Activates the picture-in-

JUMP TV Toggles between the

WIDE TV Selects the wide picture

MD deck/Tape (Also starts recording
deck/VCR/ with components in
DVD player/ record standby.)
VCD player/
LD player/
DAT deck

MD deck/Tape
deck/VCR/
DVD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DAT deck

* TV Changes the position of

the small picture.

large picture.

storage CD player only).

Tuner Scans and selects preset

stations.
TV/VCR/SAT Selects preset channels.
CD player/ Skips discs (multi-disc

MD deck/ changer only).
DVD player/
VCD player

LD player/ displayed on the TV
DVD player/ screen.
VCD player

picture function.

previous and the current

channels.

mode.

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Remote Operations Function
Button

ANT VCR Selects output signal
TV/VTR from the aerial terminal:

TV/VIDEO
FM/AM Tuner Select the band.
A.F.D. Amplifier Auto Format Decoding.
2CH/OFF Amplifier Turns off sound field or

MODE +/– Amplifier Selects sound field mode.
MUTING Amplifier Mutes the sound from the

TEST Amplifier Press to output test tone.
TONE

MAIN Amplifier Selects the set up mode
MENU of the amplifier

MASTER Amplifier Adjusts the master
VOL +/– volume of the amplifier.

MENU </> Amplifier Selects a menu item.
MENU +/– Amplifier Makes adjustment or

MENU DVD player Displays DVD menu.
F/f/G/g DVD player Selects a menu item.
ENTER DVD player Enters the selection.
RETURN DVD player Returns to the previous

TITLE DVD player Displays DVD title.

TV Selects the input of TV.

TV signal or VCR
program.

selects 2CH mode.

amplifier.

.

change the setting.

menu or exits the menu.

Additional Information

* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture

function.

Notes

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

• 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.

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Changing the factory setting of a function button

If the factory settings of the function buttons do
not match your system components, you can
change them. For example, if you have an MD
player and a tape deck and you do not have a
DVD player, you can assign the DVD button to
your tape deck.

AV ?/1

SYSTEM

STANDBY

DVD

TUNER

MENU

G

ENTER

TITLE

0

SWAP

+

)

P IN P

(

WIDE

p

2CH/OFF

+

MODE

MAIN MENU

MENU

AV SYSTEM

MULTI CH

F

f

CH/PRESET

MASTER

?/1

TV

RETURN

ENTER

D.TUNING

D.SKIP/

ANT

TV/VTR

DISC

TV/

VIDEO

FM/AM

MUTING

VOL

g

g

?/1

Function
buttons

Numeric
buttons

ENTER
D.SKIP/CH/

PRESET +

MASTER VOL –

>10

=

SLEEPAV?/1

VIDEO

AUX

123
456
789

SHIFT

>10

– /– –

POSITION

=

– SUB CH +

0

DISPLAY

9

JUMP

P

SOUND FIELD

A.F.D.

–

TEST TONE

1 Hold down the Function button whose

function you want to change (for
example, DVD).

2 Press the corresponding button of the

component you want to assign to the
Function button (for example, 4 – Tape
deck).

The following buttons are assigned to select
the functions:

To operate Press

CD player 1
DAT deck 2
MD deck 3
Tape deck A 4
Tape deck B 5
LD player 6
VCR (command mode VTR 1*) 7
VCR (command mode VTR 2*) 8
VCR (command mode VTR 3*) 9
TV 0
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) >10
DVD player ENTER
VCD player .
Tuner D.SKIP/CH/

PRESET +

* Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3

setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and
VHS respectively.

Now you can use the DVD button to control
the tape deck.

To reset a button to its factory
setting

Repeat the above procedure.

To reset all the function buttons to
their factory setting

Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.

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Additional Information

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