Sony HT-SS380 User Manual

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Home Theatre

4-264-479-11(1)

System

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

HT-SS380

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WARNING

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

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No.

Serial No.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

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

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

For customers in the United States

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY

STAR efficiency.

guidelines for energy

partner,

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For TDM-iP380 only

The nameplate and serial number is located on the bottom exterior.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

FCC RECOMMEND

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with The limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model 

HT-SS380. The illustrations used in this manual are of the USA model and they may be different from your model. Any differences in operation are marked in the manual as “USA model only”.

The HT-SS380 consists of:

• Receiver STR-KS380

• Speaker system* – Front/Surround speaker SS-TSB105 – Center speaker SS-CTB102 – Subwoofer SS-WSB103 * Be sure to use only the supplied speakers.

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

On Copyrights

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; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, DTS-HD and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

) technology.

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

“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

iPhone iPod touch in the U.S. and other countries.

All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

, iPod®, iPod classic®, iPod nano®, and

are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

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Supplied accessories ..................................... 6

Supplied speakers.......................................... 6

Description and location of parts .................. 7

Getting started ............................................. 14

Connections

1: Installing the speakers............................. 15

2: Connecting the speakers ......................... 17

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

4: Connecting the video equipment ............ 19

5: Connecting the audio equipment ............ 22

6: Connecting the antennas ......................... 23

7: Connecting the AC power cord 

(mains lead)............................................ 23

Preparing the receiver

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?...........................34

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync..............35

Playing back equipment with one-touch

operation (One-Touch Play) ...................36

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control) .........................36

Turning off the receiver with the TV 

(System Power-Off)................................37

Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable

(Audio Return Channel) .........................37

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound

field (Theatre/Theater Mode Sync) ........38

Enjoying optimum sound field for the 

selected scene (Scene Select) .................38

Initializing the receiver ............................... 24

Using AUTO CALIBRATION.................... 24

Basic Operations

Playback ...................................................... 28

Viewing information on the display panel .. 29

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM radio ................................. 29

Presetting radio stations .............................. 31

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting the sound field ............................. 32

Advanced Settings

Reassigning the input button on the remote

control.....................................................38

Using the setting menu ................................39

Additional Information

Precautions ..................................................44

Troubleshooting...........................................45

Specifications ..............................................49

Index............................................................ 51

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Supplied accessories

Inserting batteries into the remote control

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

• Quick Setup Guide

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• Remote control (RM-AAU120) (1)

• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)

• DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP380) (1)

Supplied speakers

• Front speaker (2)

• Center speaker (1)

• Surround speaker (2)

• Subwoofer (1)

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control.

Notes

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

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

• When you replace or remove the batteries, the remote control buttons may be reset to the default settings. If this happens, reassign the buttons again (page 38).

• When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with new ones.

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Description and location of parts

Front panel

A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 24, 28, 39)

B Display panel (page 7)

C White indicator

Lights up when the receiver is turned on. Lights off when the DIMMER is set to DIM MAX (page 43) or the receiver is turned off.

D SOUND FIELD (page 32)

E INPUT +/– (page 26)

F Remote control sensor

Receives signals from remote control.

G MASTER VOLUME (page 28, 46)

Indicators on the display panel

12 3 4 5 6 7 8

LPCM NIGHT SLEEP HDMI COAX OPT TUNED ST MUTING DTS 96/24

True HD D

NEO:6

DTS HD LBR MSTR HI RES

A Dolby Digital Surround indicator

Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals.

TrueHD Dolby TrueHD D Dolby Digital D+ Dolby Digital Plus

Note

When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, make sure that you have completed the digital connections.

B LPCM

Lights up when the receiver is decoding the Linear PCM signals.

C NIGHT

Lights up when the Night Mode function is set to on (page 42).

D SLEEP

Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated (page 43).

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E Input indicator

Lights up to indicate the current input.

HDMI

– The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO”, and

when the receiver recognizes the equipment connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 19).

– The TV INPUT detected Audio Return

Channel (ARC) signals (page 37).

COAX

The VIDEO input is selected.

OPT

– The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” and the

source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPT IN jack (page 18).

– The INPUT MODE is set to “OPT” (page 42).

F Tuning indicator

Lights up to indicate the current status of the radio station (page 29).

TUNED

When receives a radio station.

When broadcasts in stereo mode.

L Dolby Pro Logic indicator

Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals.

PL Dolby Pro Logic PLII Dolby Pro Logic II

G MUTING

Lights up when the muting function is activated.

H DTS indicator

Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS format signals.

DTS DTS DTS 96/24 DTS 96 kHz/24 bit

Note

When playing a DTS format disc, make sure that you have completed the digital connections.

I NEO:6

Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 33).

J DTS-HD indicator

Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD format signals.

DTS-HD LBR DTS-HD Low Bit Rate

Audio

DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD High Resolution

Audio

K Message display area

Display the volume level, selected input source, audio input signal, etc.

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Rear panel

SPEAKERS

SUR R SUR L CENTER

FRONT LFRONT R

SUBWOOFER

OPT IN

SAT/CATV

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

A SPEAKERS section (page 17)

B Audio signal section

DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 18, 21)

OPT IN

COAX IN

HDMI IN/OUT

ANALOG INPUT jack (page 22)

COAX IN

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V 1 A MAX

DMPORT

2,6

HDMI

GAME IN BD/DVD IN SAT/CATV IN TV OUT

ARC

AUDIO IN

C AUTO CALIBRATION section (page 25)

AUTO CAL MIC jack

D ANTENNA section (page 23)

FM ANTENNA jack

E DMPORT section (page 22)

DMPORT jack

F VIDEO signal section (page 21)

HDMI IN/OUT jacks

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Remote control

Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is assigned to operate Sony audio/ video equipment. You can reassign the input button to match the equipment connected to your receiver (page 38).

RM-AAU120

To use the buttons printed in pink

Hold down SHIFT (O), then press the button printed in pink that you want to use. Example: Hold down SHIFT (O), then press ENTER (C).

TUNER

DMPORT

2 Press

ENTER

wh wg

wf wd

ws wa

1 2

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

4 5 6 7

8 9

1 Hold down

SHIFT

To control the receiver

B ?/11) (on/standby)

Turns the receiver on or sets it to standby mode.

Saving the power in standby mode

When “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL OFF” (page 40).

C Input buttons

Selects the equipment you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are assigned to control Sony equipment.

Numeric buttons

Hold down SHIFT (O), then press numeric buttons to preset or tune to the preset stations (page 31).

qk qj

ENTER

Hold down SHIFT (O), then press ENTER to – enters the selections. – stores a station during tuner operation.

D D.TUNING

Enters direct tuning mode (page 30).

E MEMORY

Stores a station during tuner operation.

F DISPLAY

Press AMP MENU, then press DISPLAY to view information on the display panel (page 29).

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I AMP MENU

Displays the menu to operate the receiver.

V/v/B/b

Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press

to enter/confirm the selection.

M TUNING +/–

Scans a station (page 30).

PRESET +/–

Selects preset stations (page 31).

If you press AV ?/1 (A) and ?/1 (B) simultaneously, the receiver and connected equipment will turn off (SYSTEM STANDBY). The function of the AV ?/1 (A) changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C).

The 5/TV, AUDIO, N and TV CH +/SOUND FIELD+ buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

N SOUND FIELD +

/–

Selects a sound field (page 32).

O SHIFT

Changes the remote control button function to activate the buttons printed in pink (page 10).

Q MASTER VOL +/–

Adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time.

R MUTING

Turns off the sound temporarily. Press the button again to restore the sound.

S RETURN/EXIT O

Returns to the previous menu.

Y AUTO VOL

Adjusts the volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from the connected equipment (ADVANCED AUTO VOLUME function). This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV programs.

Notes

• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you turn off this function.

• As this function is available only when Dolby Digital, DTS or Linear PCM signals are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to other formats.

• This function does not work in the following cases. – Linear PCM signals with a sampling

frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS 96/

24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received.

To control a Sony TV

Hold down TV (P), then press the button printed in yellow to select the function you want. Example: Hold down TV (P), then press TV CH + (N).

1 Hold

down

A TV ?/1 (on/standby)

Turns the TV on or off.

C Numeric buttons

Selects the TV channels.

ENTER

Enters the selections.

CLEAR

Use with the numeric buttons to select the channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. For example, to select 2.1, press 2, CLEAR,  and 1.

F DISPLAY

Displays information related to the current TV program.

H Color buttons

Displays an operation guide on the TV screen when the color buttons are available. Follow the operation guide to perform a selected operation.

2 Press

TV CH +

K TOOLS/OPTIONS

Displays the TV function options.

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L MENU/HOME

Displays the TV menus.

N TV CH +

/–

Scans for the preset TV channels.

Q TV VOL +/–

Adjust the TV volume.

R MUTING

Activates the TV’s muting function.

S RETURN/EXIT O

Returns to the previous TV menu.

T GUIDE

Display the on-screen program guide.

V AUDIO

Changes the dual sound mode.

Z INPUT

Selects the input signal (TV or video).

The 5/TV, AUDIO, N and TV CH +/SOUND FIELD+ buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

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To control other Sony equipment

Be sure to hold down SHIFT (O) to activate the buttons printed in pink (page 10).

Name

A AV ?/1

C Numeric buttons

Blu-ray Disc, DVD player

Power Power Power Power

Track Channel Channel Track

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner

VCR CD player

ENTER Enter Enter Enter Enter

CLEAR Clear Clear – Track >10

F DISPLAY Display Display Display Display G ANGLE Select angle – – – H Color buttons Menu, guide Menu, guide – – J EnterEnterEnter–

V/v/B/b Select Select Select –

K TOOLS/OPTIONS Options

Options menu

––

L MENU/HOME Menu Menu Menu – M m/M

N ./> X x

2)3)

S RETURN/EXIT O Return Return, exit, 

Search forward, backward

– Fast forward,

rewind

Fast forward, rewind

Play – Play Play

Skip track – Search index Skip track

Pause – Pause Pause

Stop – Stop Stop

––

Live TV

T GUIDE Program 

Guide menu – –

schedule

U SUBTITLE Subtitle – – – V AUDIO

Audio–––

W TOP MENU On-screen guide – – – X POP UP/MENU Menu––– Z INPUT Select input – Select input –

The 5/TV, AUDIO, N and TV CH +/SOUND FIELD+ buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

This button is also available for DOCK FOR iPod/ iPhone operation. For details on the function of the button, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone.

Notes

• The above explanation is intended to serve as examples.

• Depending on the model of your connected equipment, some functions explained in this section may not work with the supplied remote control.

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Getting started

You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below.

Installing and connecting the speakers (page 15, 17)

Connecting the TV (page 18)

Connecting the video equipment (page 19)

Connecting the audio equipment (page 22)

Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipment

To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the connected equipment. For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio (HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)”, and “DTS (Coaxial/Optical)” are set to “Auto”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of September 2010). For a PlayStation 3, check that “BD/DVD Audio Output Format (HDMI)” is set to “Bitstream” (with system software version 3.5). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

Preparing the receiver

See “7: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 23) and “Initializing the receiver” (page 24).

Performing Auto Calibration (page 25)

You can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone” (page 40). If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again.

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Connections

1: Installing the speakers

Connections

This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound, be sure to connect all the supplied speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1 channel). You can place your speakers as shown below.

Tips

• The angle A should be the same.

A A

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

30˚30˚

100˚-120˚100˚-120˚

Installing the speakers on the wall

You can install your speakers on the wall.

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSubwoofer

1 Prepare screws (not supplied)

that are suitable for the hook on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below.

4 mm (3/16 in)

more than 25 mm (1 in)

5 mm (7/32 in)

10 mm (13/32 in)

Hook on the rear of the speaker

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2 Fasten the screws to the wall.

The screws should protrude  8 mm to 10 mm (11/32 in to  13/32 in).

For the center speaker

210 mm  (8 3/8 in)

8 mm to 10 mm (11/32 in to 13/32 in)

For the front speakers and surround speakers



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.

8 mm to 10 mm (11/32 in to  13/32 in)

3 Hang the speakers on the

screws.

5 mm (7/32 in)

10 mm  (13/32 in)

Rear of the speaker

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2: Connecting the speakers

Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). The connector of the speaker cords is colorcoded depending on the type of speaker. Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the receiver.

Note

To connect the speaker correctly, you can check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label at the rear panel of the speakers. The subwoofer does not have the speaker label. For details of the speaker type, see page 4.

Character on  speaker label

FRONT L Front left

FRONT R Front right

CENTER Center

SUR L Surround left

SUR R Surround right

Speaker type

Connections

SPEAKERS

SUR R

FRONT L

FRONT R

Connector

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSubwoofer

SUR L

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

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3: Connecting the TV

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Audio signals

Audio/video

signals

B*A***

Notes

• Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and

audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

• Depending on the status of the connection between

the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the TV screen may be distorted. If this is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther away from the receiver.

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the

plugs straight until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips

• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

• When you connect the audio output jack of the TV

to the TV OPT IN jack of the receiver to output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched between either “Fixed” or “Variable”.

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V 1 A MAX

DMPORT

HDMI

GAME IN BD/DVD IN SAT/CATV IN TV OUT

ARC

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT IN

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

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

Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

* To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel

surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, you can make either one of the following connections: – connect A. – connect B if your TV is compatible with the

Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting function.

**This receiver is compatible with the Audio Return

Channel (ARC) function. If you connect the receiver to the ARC compatible TV, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver via the HDMI TV OUT jack. Be sure to set the “ARC” to “ARC ON” in HDMI menu (page 37).

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4: Connecting the video equipment

Using HDMI connection

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Synccompatible equipment using HDMI cables, operations can be simplified. See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 34).

HDMI features

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

• The receiver can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with an HDMI connection.

• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), x.v.Color (x.v.Colour) and 3D transmission.

Notes on HDMI connections

• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and HDMI TV OUT jack. It is not output from any other audio jacks.

• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.

• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not input and output.

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

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

• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTSHD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Multi Channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection.

• Set the image resolution of the playback equipment to more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD).

• You may need to make certain settings on the image resolution of the playback equipment before you can enjoy Multi Channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

• To enjoy 3D images, connect 3Dcompatible TV and video equipment (Bluray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, put on 3D glasses, and then play back a 3D-compatible content.

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

• Not every HDMI equipment supports all functions that are defined by the specified HDMI version. For example, equipment that support HDMI, version 1.4, may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC).

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

Connections

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When connecting cords

• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

• It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect according to the availability of jacks on the connected equipment.

• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D images may not be displayed properly.

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

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight 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.

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Connecting a VCR, PlayStation 3, Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, satellite tuner, cable TV tuner.

Connections

Audio signals

OPT IN

SAT/CATV

DIGITAL

VCR

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

VIDEO

LINE IN ANTENNA

PlayStation 3

Audio/video

signals

Blu-ray Disc player,

DVD p l aye r

Audio/video

signals

HDMIHDMI

DC5V 1 A MAX

AUTO

CAL MIC

DMPORT

HDMI

GAME IN BD/DVD IN TV OUT

SAT/CATV IN

ARC

Audio signals Audio/video

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied)

Sony recommends that you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

C Optical digital cord (not supplied)

HDMI

signals

Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

Notes

• Be sure to change the default setting of the BD/ DVD input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Reassigning the input button on the remote control” (page 38).

• You cannot do recording on the VCR via this receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the VCR.

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5: Connecting the audio equipment

Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Super Audio CD player,

CD player

Audio signals

• Do not connect or disconnect the DOCK

FOR iPod/iPhone while the receiver is turned on.

• Be sure to connect the DOCK FOR iPod/

iPhone firmly, insert the connector straight in.

• As the connector of the DOCK FOR iPod/

iPhone is fragile, be sure to handle with care when placing or moving the receiver.

OPT IN

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone (supplied)

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V 1 A MAX

DMPORT

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT IN

A Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes on connecting DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone

• Be sure to use only the supplied DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone.

• You can view the images on the TV screen by connecting the video output of the DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone to the video input of the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone.

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6: Connecting the

7: Connecting the AC

Connections

antennas

Before connecting the antennas, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT IN

Notes

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).

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

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V 1 A MAX

DMPORT

power cord (mains lead)

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

AC power cord (mains lead)

SPEAKERS

To the wall outlet

SUR R SUR L CENTER

FRONT LFRONT R

SUBWOOFER

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Preparing the receiver

Initializing the receiver

Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to revert back to the factory default settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.

?/1

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

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

Using 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 from your seating position.

• Measure the frequency characteristics.

The DCAC is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your preference. For details, see “To adjust the speaker levels” (page 41).

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items.

• Set up and connect the speakers (page 15,

17).

• Connect only the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. Do not connect any other microphones to this jack.

• Remove any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers to avoid measurement errors.

• Get accurate measurement by making sure the environment is free from noise and quiet.

Notes

• The speakers emit very loud sound during the

calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted. Provide consideration to your neighborhood and to the children in presence.

• If the muting function has been activated before

you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be shut off automatically.

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

1: Setting up the Auto Calibration

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT INTVOPT IN

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

FRONT LFRONT R

SPEAKERS

SUR R SUR L CENTERSUBWOOFER

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V

1 A MAX

HDMI

AUTO

DMPORT

CAL MIC

GAME IN BD/DVD IN SAT/CATV IN TV OUT

ARC

Optimizer microphone

2: Performing Auto Calibration

?/1

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Input buttons

AMP MENU

, 

V/v/B/b

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

Preparing the receiver

1 Connect the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

2 Set up the optimizer

microphone.

Place the optimizer microphone at your seating 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.

MASTER

VOL +/–

MUTING

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly until

“AUTO CAL” appears, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly until

“A.CAL START” appears, then press .

Measurement starts in 5 seconds. The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds to complete.

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The table below provides measurement status shown on the display panel.

Measurement for Display

3: Confirming/saving the measurement results

Speaker existance TONE

Speaker gain, distance, frequency response

Subwoofer gain and distance

T S P

WOOFER

To cancel Auto Calibration

The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you perform the following during the measurement process: – Press ?/1 or MUTING. – Press input buttons on the remote control or

INPUT +/– on the receiver.

– Change the volume level.

1 Confirm the measurement

result.

When the measurement process is completed, the result appears on the display panel with a beep sound.

Measurement process [Display]

Completes properly  [SAVE EXIT]

Fails  [E - xxx xx]

Do this

Proceed to step

See “When error codes appear” (page 27).

2 View the measurement result.

Press V/v repeatedly to select the item, then press .

•EXIT

Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results.

• WARN CHECK

Displays warning related to the measurement results. See “Checking the warning message” (page 27).

• SAVE EXIT

Saves the measurement results and exits the setting process.

•RETRY

Performs the Auto Calibration again.

3 Save the measurement result.

Select “SAVE EXIT” in step 2. “COMPLETE” appears on the display panel and the measurement results are saved.

4 Disconnect the optimizer

microphone from the receiver.

Note

If you reposition your speaker, we recommend that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the surround sound.

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When error codes appear 1

Check the problem of the error.

Display and explanation

E -

xxx* 32

None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform the Auto Calibration again. If the optimizer microphone is connected properly but the error code still appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be damaged.

E -

xxx* 33

• The optimizer microphone is not connected.

• None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.

• Either the surround left or surround right speaker is not connected.

• The subwoofer is not connected.

* xxx

FFront S Surround SW Subwoofer Depending on the error code, the speaker channel may not appears.

represent a speaker channel

2 Perform Auto Calibration again.

Press V/v to select “RETRY YES”, then press .

3 Follow steps in “3: Confirming/saving

the measurement results” (page 26).

Checking the warning message

If a warning on the measurement result is present, detailed information is displayed.

Display and explanation

xxx* 40

W -

The measurement process has completed with high noise level detection. You may be able to achieve better results if you try in a quite environment again.

W -

xxx* 41

W -

xxx* 42

The input from the microphone is too big. The distance between the speaker and the microphone may be too close. Set them apart and perform the measurement again.

W -

xxx* 43

The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.

NO WARN

There is no warning information.

* xxx

FL Front left FR Front right CNT Center SL Surround left SR Surround right SW Subwoofer Depending on the measurement result, the speaker channel may not appears.

represent a speaker channel

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Preparing the receiver

To return to step 2 of  “3: Confirming/saving the measurement results”

Press .

Tip

Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the measurement results may vary. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value.

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Basic Operations

Playback

5 Press MASTER VOL +/– to

adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

, 

V/v/B/b

MASTER VOL +/–

MUTING

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Input buttons

AMP MENU

SOUND FIELD +/–

6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to

enjoy the surround sound.

You can also use SOUND FIELD on the receiver.

To activate the muting function

Press MUTING. “MUTING” lights up on the display panel. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.

• Press the button again.

• Increase the volume.

• Turn off the receiver.

• Perform Auto Calibration.

To avoid damaging your speakers

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

1 Turn on the connected

equipment.

2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press the input button which

corresponds to the equipment you want.

You can also use INPUT +/– on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display panel.

Note

When you press TUNER, “FM TUNER” appears for a while, and then frequency appears on the display panel.

4 Play back the source.

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

Viewing information on the display panel

The display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field.

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Input buttons

DISPLAY

AMP MENU

1 Select the input for which you

want to check the information.

2 Press AMP MENU, then press

DISPLAY repeatedly.

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM radio

You can listen to FM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, be sure you have connected the FM antenna (aerial) to the receiver (page 23).

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Numeric buttons

ENTER

D.TUNING

AMP MENU

TUNER

, 

V/v/B/b

TUNING +/–

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT



Basic Operations/Tuner Operations

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

Selected input t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

When listening to FM radio

Preset station name*) t Frequency t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

* Preset station name appears only if you have

entered a name for a preset station (page 32).

Note

Character or marks may not be displayed for some languages.

SHIFT

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Tuning to a station

Tuning to a station directly automatically (Automatic Tuning)

1 Press TUNER. 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.

TUNING + scans from lower to higher frequency stations and TUNING – for scanning higher to lower. The receiver stops scanning whenever a frequency is received.

In case of poor FM stereo reception

If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” flashes on the display panel, select monaural audio to lessen the sound distortion.

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly until “TUNER”

appears, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly until “FM MODE”

appears, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly until “MONO”

appears, then press . To return to stereo mode, repeat steps 1 to 4 and select “STEREO” in step 4.

(Direct Tuning)

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

1 Press TUNER. 2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Hold down SHIFT, then press

the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

Example: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5

4 Hold down SHIFT, then press

ENTER.

If a wrong frequency is entered

“FM ---.--” appears and then the display returns to the current frequency.

If you cannot tune to a station

Make sure you have entered the right frequency. Try repeating steps 2 to 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency may not be in use in your area.

Tip

To improve reception, reorient the supplied FM wire antenna (aerial).

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Presetting radio stations



5 Hold down SHIFT, then press

ENTER.

You can store up to 30 FM stations as your favorite stations.

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Numeric buttons

ENTER

MEMORY

DISPLAY

AMP MENU

PRESET +/–

TUNER

, 

V/v/B/b

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

The station is stored as the selected preset number.

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to store

another station.

To change the preset number

Restart from step 3.

Tuning to preset stations

1 Press TUNER. 2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

to select the station.

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

1 2345 27...

30 29 28

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Tuner Operations

SHIFT

1 Press TUNER. 2 Tune to the station that you

want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 30) or Direct Tuning (page 30).

3 Press MEMORY.

A preset number appears on the display panel.

4 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

repeatedly to select the preset number you want.

You can also hold down SHIFT and then press the numeric buttons to enter the preset station. To tune to the selection, hold down SHIFT then press ENTER.

You can also select the preset number directly by holding down SHIFT and then press the numeric buttons.

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Naming preset station

1 Press TUNER.

Enjoying Surround Sound

2 Tune to the preset station you

want to create an index name for (page 31).

3 Press AMP MENU. 4 Press V/v repeatedly until

“TUNER” appears, then press

or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly until

“NAME IN” appears, then press

or b.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character.

6 Press V/v to select a character,

then press B/b to move the input position backward and forward.

You can enter up to 8 characters to name the station.

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 b without

selecting a character.

If you enter a wrong character

Press B/b until the character to be changed flashes, then press V/v to select the desired character.

Selecting the sound field

This receiver can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields.

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

You can also use SOUND FIELD on the receiver.

2 channel sound mode

You can switch the output sound to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver.

x 2CH ST. (2 Channel Stereo)

The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and the subwoofer only. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel except LFE signals.

SOUND FIELD +/–

7 Press .

The name you entered is registered.

Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode

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

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x A.F.D. STD (A.F.D. Standard)

Presets 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 subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.

x A.F.D. MULTI (A.F.D. Multi)

Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.

Music mode

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s  pre-programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of concert halls into your home.

x SPORTS (Sports)

Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.



Movie mode

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 theaters into your home.

x HD-D.C.S. (HD Digital Cinema

Sound)

This mode is Sony’s new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise response measurement data of a mastering studio. With this mode, you are able to enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound, but also the best sound ambience, just as the movie’s sound engineer intended in the mastering process.

x PLII MV (Pro Logic II Movie)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This 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.

x NEO6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 5 channels.

x GAMING (Gaming)

Reproduces powerful and realistic sound, suited for playing video games.

x NEWS (News)

Reproduces a clearer announcer’s voice.

x P. AUDIO (Portable Audio

Enhancer)

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

x PLII MS (Pro Logic II Music)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x NEO6 MUS (Neo:6 Music)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 5 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

Notes

• Source signals more than 5.1 channels are downmixed to 5.1 channel.

• The movie and music mode do not work when DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

• The sound is not output from multiple speakers depending on the source.

• Depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the sound may be cut off as the optimum mode is automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound, select “A.F.D. STD”.



Enjoying Surround Sound

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• When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music are canceled and the multi channel source is output directly.

• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music are not effective.

• Depending on the input stream, the decoding mode may not be effective.

• When you select “HD-D.C.S.” depending on the input stream, Dolby Pro Logic may be applied automatically.

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select “2CH ST.” or “A.F.D. STD”. You can also use SOUND FIELD on the receiver to select “2CH ST.” or “A.F.D. STD”.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

The “BRAVIA” Sync function allows communication between Sony products such as TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player, AV amplifier, etc. that supports the Control for HDMI function. By connecting Sony equipment that are compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync via an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows:

• One-Touch Play (page 36)

• System Audio Control (page 36)

• System Power-Off (page 37)

• Audio Return Channel (page 37)

• Theatre/Theater Mode Sync (page 38)

• Scene Select (page 38)

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

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

Note

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

equipment.

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Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function



The receiver is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function.

• If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, you can set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and playback equipment automatically by setting the Control for HDMI function on your TV (page 35).

• If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver, playback equipment and TV individually (page 35).

If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function

The Control for HDMI function of the receiver can be turned on simultaneously by turning on the Control for HDMI function of the TV.

1 Connect the receiver, TV and playback

equipment via HDMI connection (page

19). (The respective equipment must be compatible with the Control for HDMI function.)

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and playback

equipment.

3 Turn on the Control for HDMI function

of the TV.

The Control for HDMI function of the receiver and all the connected equipment are turned on simultaneously. When the setup is completed, “COMPLETE” will appear on display panel.

For details on setting the TV, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.

AMP MENU

,

V/v/B/b

Press AMP MENU.

1 2 Press V/v repeatedly until “HDMI”

appears, then press

or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly until “CTRL

HDMI” appears, then press

or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly until “CTRL ON”

appears, then press .

Control for HDMI function is turned on.

5 Set the Control for HDMI function for

the connected equipment to on.

If the Control for HDMI function is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting. For details on setting the TV and connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions of the respective equipment.

Notes

• Before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” on your TV, be sure to turn on the TV and other connected equipment including the receiver first.

• If the playback equipment cannot function after you have made the settings for “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”, check the Control for HDMI setting on your TV.

• If the connected equipment do not support the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”, but still supports the Control for HDMI then you need to set the Control for HDMI function for the connected equipment before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” from the TV.



“BRAVIA” Sync Features

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Playing back equipment

Enjoying the TV sound

with one-touch operation

(One-Touch Play)

By a simple operation (one-touch), equipment connected to the receiver with BRAVIA Sync function start automatically. You can enjoy the sound/images from the connected equipment.

When you start playback a connected equipment, the receiver and TV operation are simplified as follow:

Receiver and TV

Turns on (if in standby mode)

Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Notes

• Be sure that the System Audio Control function is set to on using TV menu.

• Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not appear.

Tip

You can also select a connected equipment, such as DVD/Blu-ray Disc player using the TV menu. The receiver and TV will automatically switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

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.

TV Receiver

Sets System Audio Control to on

Minimizes TV volume

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 activate to output TV sound through the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

• When you adjust the TV volume, the System Audio Control function adjusts the receiver’s volume simultaneously.

• Turns on (if in standby mode)

• Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Outputs TV sound

Notes

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

• Your TV must support the System Audio Control function.

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV will momentarily loose the sound output.

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

Turning off the receiver with the TV 

(System Power-Off)

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

TV ?/1

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable

(Audio Return Channel)

The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV to output the audio signals to the receiver via an HDMI cable connected to the HDMI TV OUT jack. You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver without connecting the TV OPT IN jack.

AMP MENU

,

V/v/B/b



“BRAVIA” Sync Features

Hold down TV, then press TV ?/1.

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

Notes

• Set the TV power supply interlock function to “ON” before using the System Power-Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

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

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly until

“HDMI” appears, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly until

“ARC” appears, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly until

“ARC ON” appears, then press

Note

This function is only available when your TV is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function.

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Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field

(Theatre/Theater Mode Sync)

Press THEATER or THEATRE on the remote control of the TV or the Blu-ray Disc player, while pointing the remote control toward the TV.

The sound field switches to “HD-D.C.S.”. To return to the previous sound field, press THEATER or THEATRE again.

Note

The sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

Tip

The sound field may revert to the previous field when you change the TV’s input.

Advanced Settings

Reassigning the input button on the remote control

You can change the default settings of the input buttons (BD/DVD, GAME, SAT/ CATV, VIDEO and LINE IN) to suit the equipment in your system. For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc player to the SAT/CATV jack on the receiver, you can set the SAT/CATV button on this remote control to control the Blu-ray Disc player.

INPUT

AV ?/1 ?/1

Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected scene

(Scene Select)

The Scene Select function allows you to enjoy the optimum picture quality and switches the sound field according to the selected scene on your TV. For details on the operation, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Note

The sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

SAT/

CATV

LINE IN

Input buttons

Numeric buttons

MASTER

VOL –

BD/DVD GAME

VIDEO

TUNER

DMPORT

1 While holding down the input

button of which you want to change the assignment, hold down AV ?/1.

Example: While holding down SAT/ CATV, hold down AV ?/1.

2 With the AV ?/1 button held,

release the input button.

Example: With the AV ?/1 button held, release SAT/CATV.

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3 Referring to the following table,

press the corresponding button for the category you want, then release AV ?/1.

Example: Press 1, then release AV ?/1. Now you can use the SAT/CATV button to control the Blu-ray Disc player.

Categories Press

Using the setting menu

You can customize the receiver by making various adjustments with settings menu.

Navigating through menus



Blu-ray Disc player (command mode BD1)

Blu-ray Disc recorder (command mode BD3)

DVD player  (command mode DVD1)

DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)

VCR (command mode VTR3)

CD player 6

DSS

The default setting of the BD/DVD button.

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.

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

The default setting of the VIDEO button.

The default setting of the SAT/CATV button.

a)b)

Resetting the remote control

While holding down MASTER VOL –, press ?/1 and INPUT. The remote control is reset to the default settings.

AMP MENU

, 

V/v/B/b

RETURN/ EXIT O

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly until the

menu item you want appears, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly until the

parameter you want to adjust appears, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly until the

setting you want appears, then press .

To return to the previous display

Press B or RETURN/ EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press AMP MENU.

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Advanced Settings

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Overview of the menus

You can set the following items using the AMP MENU. The default settings are underlined.

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL LEVEL TEST TONE AUTO xxx

SPEAKER CENTER SP CENTER YES

A.CAL START

OFF

FL LEVEL FL +6.0,…

,...

FL 0 FL -6.0

FR LEVEL FR +6.0,…

FR 0

,...

FR -6.0

CNT +6.0,... CNT 0

,...

CNT -6.0 SL +6.0,…

,...

SL 0 SL -6.0

SR +6.0,…

,...

SR 0 SR -6.0

SW 0

,...

SW -6.0

COMP. STD COMP. AUTO COMP. OFF

CENTER NO

SUR NO

FL 9' 10 FL 3' 3"

FR 9' 10 FR 3' 3"

CNT 32' 9",… CNT 9' 10 CNT 3' 3"

SL 32' 9",…. SL 9' 10 SL 3' 3"

SR 32' 9",… SR 9' 10 SR 3' 3"

SW 9' 10 SW 3' 3"

",…

CNT LEVEL

SL LEVEL

SR LEVEL

SW LEVEL SW +6.0,…

D. RANGE COMP. MAX

SUR SP SUR YES

FL DIST. FL 32' 9",…

FR DIST. FR 32' 9",…

CNT DIST.

SL DIST.

SR DIST.

SW DIST. SW 32' 9",…

",…

b)

EQ BASS BASS +6,...

BASS 0 BASS -6

TREBLE TREBLE +6,

…TREBLE 0

…TREBLE -6

MONO

SYNC OFF

MAIN SUB

NIGHT OFF AUTO

OPT

CTRL OFF ON

AUTO ARC ON

ARC OFF

DIM MID DIM OFF

1-30-00 1-00-00 0-30-00 OFF

STBY OFF

TUNER

AUDIO A/V SYNC SYNC ON

HDMI CTRL HDMI CTRL ON

SYSTEM DIMMER DIM MAX

For details, see “2: Performing Auto Calibration”

FM MODE STEREO

NAME IN

DUAL MONO MAIN/SUB

NIGHT MODE NIGHT ON

INPUT MODE

PASS THRU

g)h)

ARC

SLEEP 2-00-00

AUTO STBY STBY ON

,...

(page 25).

xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, CNT, FR, SR, SL, SW).

This parameter is only available when “CENTER SP” is set to “CENTER YES”.

This parameter is only available when “SUR SP” is set to “SUR YES”.

This parameter is only available when TUNER input is selected.

This parameter is only available when SAT/CATV input is selected.

This parameter is only available when “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”.

For details, see “Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel)” (page 37).

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LEVEL menu

You can adjust the level of each speaker to suit your preference.

To output a test tone from each speaker

You can output a test tone from the speakers in sequence.

• AUTO FL, AUTO CNT, AUTO FR, AUTO

SR, AUTO SL, AUTO SW

•OFF

Tip

Audio dynamic range compression 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.

SPEAKER menu



When a test tone is not output from the speakers

• The speaker cords may not be connected

securely.

• The speaker cords may have the short-circuit

problem.

Note

The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.

To adjust the speaker levels

You can adjust each speaker level (FL LEVEL, FR LEVEL, CNT LEVEL, SL LEVEL, SR LEVEL, SW LEVEL) from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB in 0.5 dB interval.

Enjoying Dolby Digital sound at low volume (D. RANGE)

Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track. Useful for enjoying movies at low volume.  D. RANGE only applies to Dolby Digital sources.

• COMP. MAX: Compress dynamic range

fully.

• COMP. STD: Compress dynamic range as

intended by the recording engineer.

• COMP. AUTO: Compress dynamic range

automatically.

• COMP. OFF: Does not compress dynamic

range.

You can adjust the distance of the speakers connected to this receiver.

To set the speaker connection

• CENTER (SUR) YES: Selects when you connect the speaker.

• CENTER (SUR) NO: Selects when you do not connect the speaker.

To set the speaker distance

You can adjust each speaker distance (FL DIST, FR DIST, CNT DIST, SL DIST, SR DIST, SW DIST) from 3' 3" to 32' 9" in 1 inch interval.

EQ menu

You can adjust the equalizer (bass and treble level) of the front speakers from -6 dB to  +6 dB in 1 dB interval.

xBASS xTREBLE

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Advanced Settings

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TUNER menu

You can set the FM station receiving mode and name the preset stations.

x FM MODE

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

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

x NAME IN

Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see “Naming preset station” (page 32).

x DUAL MONO

Lets you select the language you want when you listen to the dual audio of a digital broadcast when available. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.

• MAIN / SUB: Outputs sound of the main language through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language through the front right speaker simultaneously.

• MAIN: Outputs sound of the main language.

• SUB: Outputs sound of the sub language.

x NIGHT MODE

Lets you retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels.

• NIGHT ON

• NIGHT OFF

AUDIO menu

You can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference.

x A/V SYNC

Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize the time gap between audio output and visual display.

• SYNC ON: The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized.

• SYNC OFF: The audio output is not delayed.

Notes

• You may not be able to adjust the delay between

sound and image perfectly using this function.

• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD

or plasma monitor or a projector.

• The delay time may vary depending on audio

format, sound field, and speaker distance settings.

Tip

While this function is on, the bass, treble, and effect levels increase, and “D. RANGE” is automatically set to “COMP. MAX”.

x INPUT MODE

Lets you select the audio input mode setting when you connect satellite tuner or cable TV tuner to both HDMI IN jack and optical digital input jack on the receiver and SAT/CATV input has been selected.

• AUTO: Gives priority to HDMI audio signals if there are both digital (HDMI and optical) connections.

• OPT: Specifies the digital audio signals input to the SAT/CATV OPT IN jack.

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HDMI menu SYSTEM menu

You can make various adjustments for HDMI settings.

x CTRL HDMI

Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 34).

x PASS THRU

Lets you output the HDMI signals to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode.

• ON: The receiver continuously outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack.

• AUTO: When the TV is turned on while the receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack. Sony recommends this setting if you use a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible Sony TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode when compared with the “ON” setting.

Notes

• The power saving function may not work for some

TVs compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync. If this is the case, set “PASS THRU” to “ON”.

• Depending on your equipment, it may take time

before image or sound is output.

You can customize the settings of the receiver.

x DIMMER

Lets you adjust the brightness of the display panel in 3 levels.

• DIM MAX

•DIM MID

• DIM OFF

x SLEEP

Lets you set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.

• 2-00-00

• 1-30-00

• 1-00-00

• 0-30-00

•OFF When Sleep Timer is being used, “SLEEP” indicator lights up on the display panel.

Tip

To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, select “SLEEP” using the AMP MENU. The remaining time appears on the display panel. To cancel the Sleep Timer, select “OFF”.

x AUTO STBY

Lets you set the receiver switch to standby mode automatically when you do not operate the receiver or when there is no signals input to the receiver.

• STBY ON: Switches to standby mode after approximately 30 minutes.

• STBY OFF: Does not switch to standby mode.

Advanced Settings

Notes

• This function does not work when TUNER input is

selected.

• If you use the Auto Standby mode and the Sleep

Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.

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Additional Information

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 (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• (USA model only)  One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

• The AC power cord (mains lead) 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.

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 (aerial). Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna (aerial).

• 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 equipment, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

The center speaker is 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 front speakers, surround speakers and subwoofer are not magnetically shielded, we recommend that you place them slightly further away from TV set (page 15).

If color irregularity is observed...

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

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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 dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, scrubbing brush or sponge.

• If it is stained with oil or fingerprints, breath on the surface and wipe it with soft dry cloth.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Sound

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 output setting of the connected equipment.

• Use the TV menu to set the Speaker Setting to Audio System.

• Make sure “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL OFF” in HDMI menu.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure you have selected the sound field for movie or music mode (page 33).

• Sound fields do not function when DTSHD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.



If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

Power

The receiver is turned off automatically.

• “AUTO STBY” is set to “STBY ON” (page 43).

• The sleep timer function is working (page

43).

There is no sound, or only a very low level sound is heard from the specified speakers.

• Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog equipment, analog equipment requires both L and R jack connections. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

• Check that the speakers are connected securely.

• Check that the subwoofer is connected correctly and securely.

• Adjust the speaker level (page 41).

Additional Information

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There is no sound from a specific equipment.

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

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

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

• Make sure “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON” in HDMI menu.

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

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

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

• Check that all connecting cords are inserted to their input/output jacks for the respective jacks of the receiver, speakers and the equipment.

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

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

• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.

• Check that you have selected the correct equipment with the input buttons.

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

• Check that the INPUT MODE setting is correct for SAT/CATV input.

There is severe hum or noise.

• Check that the speakers and equipment are connected securely.

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

• Move your audio equipment away from the TV.

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

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

• Check that the INPUT MODE is set to “OPT” for SAT/CATV input (page 42).

• Set “ARC” to “ARC OFF” when no sound is output from TV OPT IN jack during TV input.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no sound output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, the sound is from the last HDMI equipment selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “PASS THRU” is set to “ON” in the HDMI menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 43).

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No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

• Make sure “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON” in HDMI menu.

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

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

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

• If you cannot listen to the sound of the equipment connected to the receiver while TV input is selected – Be sure to change the input of the

receiver to HDMI when you want to watch a program on the equipment connected via HDMI connection to the receiver.

– Change the TV channel when you want

to watch a TV broadcast.

– Be sure to select the correct equipment

or input you want when you watch a program from the equipment connected to the TV. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV on this operation.

There is no sound from the equipment connected to the DOCK FOR iPod/ iPhone.

• Adjust the volume of this receiver.

• The DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone and/or equipment is not connected correctly. Turn off the receiver, then reconnect the DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone and/or equipment.

Image

No image appears on the TV.

• Make sure you have connected the video output of your video equipment to the TV.

• Move your audio equipment away from the TV.

• Make sure you have connected the video output of your DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone to the TV.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

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

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no image output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, the image is from the last HDMI equipment selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “PASS THRU” is set to “ON” in the HDMI menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 43).

No 3D image appears on the TV.

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

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Additional Information

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Tuner

Others

The FM reception is poor.

• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Receiver

ANTENNA

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

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

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak with automatic tuning. Change to monaural reception (page 30).

• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations is used). Preset the stations (page 31).

Remote control

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 19).

• Make sure “CTRL HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON” in HDMI menu.

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

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

• The types and the number of equipment which can be controlled by the “BRAVIA” Sync are restricted in the HDMI CEC standard as follows. – Recording equipment (Blu-ray Disc

recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Playback equipment (Blu-ray Disc

player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Tuner-related equipment: up to 4

equipment

– AV receiver (audio system): up to 1

equipment

The remote control does not function.

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

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

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

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

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

• Depending on the connected equipment and TV, you may need to set up the equipment and TV. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment and TV.

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

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Error messages

If there is a malfunction, a message appears on the display panel. You can check the condition of the system by the message. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “When error codes appear” (page 27) to solve the problem.

PROTECTOR

Irregular current is output to the speakers, the volume level is too high, or the upper panel of the receiver is covered and ventilation holes are blocked. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and remove the object covering the ventilation holes. Turn on the power and increase the volume level.

Clearing the memory

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide, clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem. However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to the default settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

Reference sections

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

Amplifier section

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

(FTC) (USA model only)

FRONT L + FRONT R

With 3 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 180 – 20,000 Hz; rated 84 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% total harmonic distortion from 250

milliwatts to rated output. POWER OUTPUT (reference) FRONT L/FRONT R/CENTER/SUR L/SUR R

167 W (per channel at 

3 ohms, 1 kHz) SUBWOOFER 165 W (at 3 ohms, 60 Hz)

Inputs

Analog Sensitivity: 1 V/50 kohms Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz

(100 kHz step) Antenna FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced



Additional Information

To clear See

All memorized settings page 24

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power output (DMPORT)

DC OUT: 5 V, 1 A MAX Power consumption 110 W Power consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W (When Control for HDMI is set to off)

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Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)

430 mm × 65 mm ×  306 mm  (17 in × 2 5/8 in ×  12 1/8 in) including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 3.0 kg (6 lb 10 oz)

Speaker section

• Front/Surround speaker (SS-TSB105)

• Center speaker (SS-CTB102)

Front/Surround speaker

Full range

Center speaker Full range, magnetically

shielded

Speaker unit Front/Surround speaker

55 mm × 80 mm (2 1/4 in × 3 1/4 in), cone type

Center speaker 30 mm × 60 mm (1 3/16 in

× 2 3/8 in), cone type Enclosure type Front/Surround speaker

Bass reflex Center speaker Acoustic suspension

Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.) Front/Surround speaker

85 mm × 220 mm × 95 mm

(3 3/8 in × 8 3/4 in × 

3 3/4 in) (with foot) Center speaker 315 mm × 55 mm × 60 mm

(12 1/2 in × 2 1/4 in × 

2 3/8 in) (with foot) Mass (Approx.) Front speaker 0.46 kg (1 lb 1 oz) 

(with foot) Center speaker 0.31 kg (11 oz) (with foot) Surround speaker 0.53 kg (1 lb 3 oz) 

(with foot)

• Subwoofer (SS-WSB103)

Speaker unit 160 mm (6 3/8 in), 

cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)

260 mm × 265 mm × 

270 mm (10 1/4 in × 

10 1/2 in × 10 3/4 in) 

(with foot) Mass (Approx.) 3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz) 

(with foot)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.

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Index

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Numerics

2 channel sound mode 32

5.1 channel 15

A.F.D. MODE 32 A/V SYNC 42 Audio Return Channel

(ARC) 37 Auto Calibration 24 AUTO STBY 43

Blu-ray Disc player

connecting 21

“BRAVIA” Sync

preparing 35

Cable TV tuner

connecting 21

CD player

connecting 22

Clear

memory 49

Control for HDMI 35

DIMMER 43 DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone

connecting 22

DVD player

connecting 21

Initial setup 24 INPUT MODE 42

AUDIO 40 AUTO CAL 40 EQ 40 HDMI 40 LEVEL 40 SPEAKER 40

SYSTEM 40 Movie mode 33 Music mode 33 Muting 28

Naming 32 NIGHT MODE 42

One-Touch Play 36

Playback 28 PlayStation 3

connecting 21 PROTECTOR 49

Remote control 10

Satellite tuner

connecting 21 Scene Select 38 SLEEP 43 Sound fields

selecting 32 Speakers

connecting 17

installing 15 Super Audio CD player

connecting 22 System Audio Control 36 System Power-Off 37

TEST TONE 40 Theatre/Theater Mode Sync

Tuner

connecting 23 Tuning

automatically 30

directly 30

to preset stations 31 TV

connecting 18

VCR

connecting 21

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Additional Information

Error messages 49

FM Mode 42

HDMI

connecting 19

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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

(1)

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4-264-480-11(1)

(1)

HT-SS380

For details, refer to the supplied Operating Instructions./

Quick Setup Guide/ Guía de instalación rápida

Installing and connecting the speakers/ Instalación y conexión de los altavoces

Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the receiver./

Conecte los cables de altavoz procurando que coincidan con los colores de las tomas SPEAKERS (altavoces) del

receptor.

Para obtener más información, consulte el Manual de instrucciones suministrado.

FRONT R SUR R SUBWOOFER

FRONT L

SUBWOOFER

SUR L

FRONT R

CENTER

SUR R

SPEAKERS

FRONT L

SUR R

FRONT R

FRONT L SUR L CENTER

SUR L

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

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Connecting other equipment/ Conexión de otros equipos

If your TV is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, this connection is not needed./ Si su televisor es compatible con la función de Canal de Retorno de Audio (ARC), esta conexión no es necesaria.

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT IN

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

SPEAKERS

SUR R SUR L CENTER

FRONT R FRONT L

The cords used for connection are not supplied./ Los cables utilizados para la conexión no se suministran.

SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL LINE IN ANTENNA

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V 1 A MAX

DMPORT

HDMI

GAME IN BD/DVD IN SAT/CATV IN

TV/Televisor

TV OUT

Preparing the receiver/ Preparación del

receptor

ARC



?/1 : on/standby / encendido/en espera

INPUT

DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone (supplied)/ DOCK FOR iPod/iPhone (suministrado)

Using AUTO CALIBRATION/ Utilización de AUTO CALIBRATION (calibración automática)

AUDIO IN

COAX IN

OPT INTVOPT IN

VIDEO

SAT/CATV

DIGITAL

LINE IN ANTENNA

AUTO

CAL MIC

DC5V

1 A MAX

AUTO

CAL MIC

ARC

HDMI

SAT/CATV IN

GAME IN BD/DVD IN

TV OUT

DMPORT

SPEAKERS

FRONT R FRONT L

SUR R SUR L CENTERSUBWOOFER

Optimizer microphone (supplied)/ Micrófono optimizador (suministrado)

PlayStation 3/ PlayStation 3

Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/ Reproductor de discos Blu-ray, Lector de DVD

Press/ Pulse

1 AMP MENU

3 p/

Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner/ Sintonizador de satélite, Decodiﬁ cador de televisión por cable

j/

The Auto Calibration function starts./ Se iniciará la función de Calibración automática.

Display panel/ Pantalla

5 4 3 2 1

TONE

T S P

WOOFER

* For details on error codes, refer “When error codes appear” in “Using AUTO

CALIBRATION” in the Operating Instructions./

Para obtener más información sobre los códigos de error, consulte “Cuando

aparecen códigos de error” en “Utilización de AUTO CALIBRATION

(calibración automática)” en el Manual de instrucciones.

SAVE EXIT

Display panel/ Pantalla

Select/ Seleccionar

AUTO CAL

Select/ Seleccionar

A.CAL START

“COMPLETE” appears on the display panel./ Aparece “COMPLETE” en la pantalla.

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4-557-172-03

General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks

CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems

Hifi Audio

LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. Only)

Sony Electronics Inc. (“Sony”) warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as set forth below. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Sony will, at its option, (i) repair the product using new or refurbished parts or (ii) replace the product with a new or refurbished product. For purposes of this Limited Warranty , “refurbished” means a product or part that has been returned to its original specifications. In

the event of a defect, these are your exclusive remedies. Labor: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of the product (“Labor Warranty”), Sony

will, at its option, repair or replace with new or refurbished product, product determined to be defective. If Sony elects to replace the product after this Labor Warranty has expired but while the Parts W arranty below is still in effect, it will do so for the applicable labor charge.

Parts: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of product (“Parts Warranty”), Sony will supply new or refurbished replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to be defective.

This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product. It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the Product; any such software is provided “AS IS” unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software Limited Warranty . Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for your rights and obligations with respect to the software.

Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you must deliver the product, freight prepaid, in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the Sony authorized service facility specified.

It is your responsibility to backup any data, software or other materials you may have stored or preserved on your unit. It is likely that such data, software, or other materials will be lost or reformatted during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss. A dated purchase receipt is

required. For specific instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your product,

Visit Sony’ s W eb Site:

www.sony.com/service

Or call the Sony Customer Information Service Center

1-800-222-SONY (7669)

For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer , call:

1-800-488-SONY (7669)

Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair , replacement part or replacement product for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety (90) days, whichever is longer . Any parts or product replaced under this Limited W arranty will become the property of Sony.

This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinary consumer use; it does not cover product issues caused by any other reason, including but not limited to product issues due to commercial use, acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of or to any part of the Sony product. This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States.

LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.

DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Printed in Japan

Sony HT-SS380 User Manual

Table of Contents

Supplied accessories

Front panel

Rear panel

Remote control

Connections

antennas

Preparing the receiver

Initializing the receiver

Playback

LEVEL menu

SPEAKER menu

EQ menu

TUNER menu

AUDIO menu

HDMI menu SYSTEM menu

Troubleshooting

Error messages

Index