Sony RHT-G800 User Manual [en, es, fr]

3-093-227-12(1)

Theatre Stand System

Operating Instructions

This stand has the following instructions:

• Operating Instructions (this book)

Describe the connections, settings and operations.

• HDMI CONTROL Guide

Describe the operations of HDMI control.

Mode d’emploi

Ce meuble est fourni avec les manuels suivants:

• Mode d’emploi (le présent manuel)

Décrit les raccordements, réglages et procédures d’utilisation.

• HDMI CONTROL Guide

Décrit l’utilisation de la commande HDMI.

Manual de instrucciones

Este soporte se suministra con las siguientes instrucciones:

• Manual de instrucciones (este documento)

Describe las conexiones, los ajustes y el funcionamiento del sistema.

• Guía sobre HDMI CONTROL

Describe el funcionamiento de HDMI control.

RHT-G800

WARNING

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

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.

Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire, or the like.

For the customers in the U.S.A

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.

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

For the customers in Canada

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

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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.

WARNING

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.

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

trademarks of DTS, Inc.

This stand incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.

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

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. RHT-G800

Serial No.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating instructions, and adhere to them.

INSTALLATION

Water and Moisture

Do not use powerline operated appliances near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Heat

Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. – Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

– Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

Accessories

Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony. – An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

S3125A

Wall or Ceiling Mounting

If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.

USE

Power Source

This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those appliances designed to ope rate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

– Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

Grounding or Polarization

This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow the instructions below:

- For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug:

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

- For the appliance with a three-wire grounding type AC plug:

This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose, of the grounding plug.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

When not in use

Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by the cord.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.

Lightning

For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.

Cleaning

Unplug the a ppliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance. Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dang erous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

ANTENNAS

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of

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grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

Antenna Lead-in Wire

Ground Clamp

Electric Service Equipment

NEC -NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors

(NEC Section 810-21) Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250 Part H)

SERVICE

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: – When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. – If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance.

– If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

– The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. – This indicates a need for service.

– If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation. – If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon co mpletion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.

Table of Contents

WARNING ..............................................8

CAUTION................................................8

Precautions...............................................9

Main features .........................................11

Getting Started

Supplied accessories ..............................12

Setting this stand....................................13

Connecting a TV/DVD/Blu-ray Disc

player (recorder) using an HDMI

cable.................................................15

Listening to the sound of the TV from the

stand.................................................17

Connecting a DVD/Blu-ray Disc player

(recorder) .........................................18

Connecting a satellite tuner....................19

Connecting a “PlayStation 2” ................20

Connecting a VCR or audio

component .......................................21

Playback

Index to parts and controls.....................22

Enjoying TV...........................................25

Enjoying other components ...................26

Enjoying the surround effect..................27

Advanced Settings

Programming the remote for TV operation

(Input SYNC: Sony TV only)..........29

Programming the remote for other

components......................................30

Controlling the connected

components......................................33

Settings and adjustments using the

amplifier menu.................................37

Using the sleep timer .............................44

Additional Information

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

Specifications.........................................46

Glossary .................................................48

Index ......................................................50

WARNING CAUTION

Do not lean on or hang from the TV when the TV is placed on the stand.

The TV may fall from the stand causing an accident resulting in serious injury or death.

Do not move the stand with the TV or other equipment installed on it.

Be sure to remove the TV and other equipment when moving the stand. If you fail to do so, the stand may lose balance and topple over resulting in serious injury.

Do not allow the AC power cord (mains lead) or the connecting cable to be pinched between the TV and the stand.

• The AC power cord (mains lead) or the connecting cable may be damaged resulting in fire or electric shock.

• When moving the stand, be careful not to trap the AC power cord (mains lead) or the connecting cable under the stand.

Do not climb on the stand.

The top glass panel may break and cause severe injury.

Do not place any heated objects such as a hot pan or a kettle on the stand.

A top glass panel may break and cause injury. Or, it may cause damage to the stand.

Do not step on the stand.

• If you do so, you may fall from the stand resulting in injury.

• Fluorine-based resin has been applied to the legs of the stand to make it easy to move, climbing on the stand may cause it to topple over, causing injury.

Do not subject the top glass panel to excessive shock.

This stand uses “tempered” glass with an anti-scatter film, but care should still be taken. If the glass breaks, glass fragments could fly around and cause injury, so observe the precautions below.

• Do not subject the top glass panel to high impact or stress.

• Do not scratch the glass or tap it with a sharp-edged instrument.

• Do not hit a compone nt on the upper side of a top glass panel when installing the component.

Do not apply stress to top glass panel.

Do not apply weight to the top glass panel or drop hard objects, such as a screw driver on the top glass panel. If the glass breaks, glass fragments could fly around and cause injury.

Do not use the top glass panel if it is cracked.

Do not use the top glass panel when it is cracked. The top glass panel may break and cause severe injury.

This stand is only for the specified TV.

• Do not place unspecified objects, such as a flower vase or pottery on the stand.

• Do not make alterations to the stand.

Note on load capacity

Do not place any equipment exceeding the specified maximum weight on the stand, as indicated in the illustration below. Otherwise, it may fall or break.

60 kg (132 lb 4 oz)

14 kg (30 lb 14 oz)

25 kg (55 lb 2 oz)

Notes on installation

• Be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers between the TV and the stand.

• To prevent the stand from distorting, observe the following:

– Install the stand on a solid and flat surface. – If you install the stand on a soft surface such as a

mat, first lay a board under the stand.

– Do not install the stand in a place subject to direct

sunlight or near a heater.

– Do not install the stand in a hot or humid place, or

outdoors.

• Moving the stand requires two people or more. Move the stand only after removing the TV. If you fail to do so, the TV may fall from the stand resulting in serious injury. Do not hold the grille as it may detach from the stand resulting in serious injury. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when moving the stand.

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

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

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

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

• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

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

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

On heat buildup

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

On placement

• Place the stand in a location with ade quate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the stand.

• Use caution when placing the stand on surfaces that

have been specially treated (wi th wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

• The floor may be damaged if sand, trash, etc., gets

caught under the legs of the stand.

On operation

Before connecting other compon ents, be sure to turn off and unplug the stand.

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On cleaning

Clean the stand, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any question or problem concerning your stand, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Main features

B Easy connection with HDMI

The cords are all tangled up. Neat connections (page 15).

B Easy operation

Which remote? Only one! (page 30)

B Easy Surround settings

I need lots of cords and speakers. Easy set-up and high quality sound with

S-Force PRO Front surround.

About S-Force PRO Front Surround

Sony’s long-term involvement in surround technology (and the vast amounts of acoustic data accumulated as a result) has led to the development of all-new processing method and advanced DSP to handle this task effectively, which we call S-Force PRO Front Surround. Compared with previous front surround technologies, S-Force PRO Front Surround reproduces a more convincing sense of distance and space, resulting in a true surround sound experience without the need for rear speakers.

Recommended surround-sound area

You can enjoy surround sound in the areas in which sound is spread as illustrated.

Getting Started

Supplied accessories

Please check the following accessories in the package.

Optical cable (1 m) (39 3/8 inches) (1) Remote commander (remote) (1)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Top glass panel (1) Shelf board (1)

Screws (4) Corner protectors (4) Support belt and two screws

(small/large) (1) Operating Instructions (1)

HDMI CONTROL Guide (Operating Instructions of HDMI control) (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

You can control the stand using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.

Notes

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

place.

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

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,

particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from

the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended

period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Setting this stand

Installing the top glass panel

Refer to “How to install the top glass panel” supplied with this stand.

Preventing the TV from toppling over

As a protective measure, secure the TV. Perform following steps as a protective measure if you have a Sony LCD TV.

3 Fit the support belt to the stand, then

firmly fasten with the large screw (supplied) using a screw driver or coin, etc.

4 While supporting the TV, tighten the

support belt to secure in place.

Installing the shelf board

1 Insert the attaching screw (supplied)

into the hole in the stand.

2 Fit the shelf board over the screw

horizontally. This requires two or more people.

Bundling the cables

1 Connect the components to the stand.

For details, refer to pages 15 to 21.

2 Bundle the cables with the cord

manager to prevent them from tangling.

Stuff the cables into the cord manager as shown in the illustration below.

Getting Started

(large)

(small)

1 Place the TV on the center of the stand.

Install the TV so that the TV does not hide the front display of the stand.

2 Fasten the support belt (supplied) to

the stand with the small screw (supplied).

Note

• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up

the stand.

Installing this stand

Install the stand after connecting all the components to the stand. When installing the stand, allow for a space of at least 5 cm (2 inches) to 15 cm (6 inches) from the wall and 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) or more on the right and left when you install the stand. This is to allow for heat dissipation, a sufficient surround effect, and to prevent the TV from falling.

At least 5 cm (2 inches) to 15 cm (6 inches)

At least 30 cm

(11

/8 inches)

Notes

• Install the stand after allowing for a space of 30 cm

/8 inches) or more on the right and left in the case

(11 where the stand is installed in a corner.

• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up the stand.

At least 30 cm

(11

/8 inches)

Connecting a TV/DVD/Blu-ray Disc player (recorder) using an HDMI cable

Getting Started

We recommend that you connect components to the stand using an HDMI cable. With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quality images.

You cannot listen to the TV’s sound using only the HDMI jack. For details, refer to page 17.

Refer to the HDMI CONTROL Guide supplied with the stand for details on the HDMI control function.

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) after you have finished connecting all components to the stand.

TV monitor, projector, etc.

Video signal

Audio/video signal

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

Notes

• Refer to pages 17 to 21 for how to use a component without an HDMI jack.

Audio/video signal

Satellite tuner

• The HDMI jack has priority when you connect the component to the stand using INPUT OPT, INPUT COAX and HDMI together.

DVD/Blu-ray Disc player (recorder)

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Notes on HDMI connections

• You can enjoy high quality images using an HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

• Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable.

• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected component.

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

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

• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.

• No matter what input is selected for the stand, video signals from the HDMI input jack (DVD/ BD or SAT) that was selected last time are output from the HDMI TV output jack.

Listening to the sound of the TV from the stand

Getting Started

You can enjoy the sound of the TV from the stand with the following connection configuration. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio cord according to the jacks of your components.

TV monitor

Audio signal

You can enjoy high quality sound using the optical digital cable. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

A Optical cable (supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied)

Tip Note

• When connecting a Sony TV, the Sony TV input can

be selected automatically by pressing the input button after setting (Input SYNC). Refer to “Programming the remote for TV operation (Input SYNC: Sony TV only)” (page 29).

• Audio signals from th e INPUT OPT jack have priority when you connect either the INPUT OPT or AUDIO jack.

Connecting a DVD/Blu-ray Disc player (recorder)

Connect this stand to a DVD, Blu-ray Disc player (recorder) using the INPUT OPT jack.

To Video In jack

Video signal

Audio signal

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

To Video Out jack

DVD/Blu-ray Disc player (recorder)

A Optical cable (not supplied)

Setting up a Sony DVD player (recorder)

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each component.

1 Select “Audio” on the setup display. 2 Set “Audio DRC” to “Wide Range.” 3 Set “Digital Out” to “On.”

l : Signal flow

4 Set “Dolby Digital” to “Dolby Digital.” 5 Set “DTS” to “On” or “DTS” (depending

on model).

Note

• Set up the audio format of the playback disc to listen to multi-channel sound.

Connecting a satellite tuner

Getting Started

Connect this stand to a satellite tuner using the INPUT OPT jack. If a satellite tuner does not have the OPTICAL OUT jack, connect this stand using the AUDIO jacks.

To Video In jack

Video signal

It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) after you have finished connecting all components to the stand.

To Video Out jack

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

Satellite tuner

Audio signal

l : Signal flow

Connecting a “PlayStation 2”

Connect this stand to a “PlayStation 2” using the INPUT OPT jack.

To Video In jack

Video signal

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

* “PlayStation 2” is a trademark of Sony Computer

Entertainment Inc.

Audio signal

To Video Out jack

“PlayStation 2”

A Optical cable (not supplied)

Setting up a “PlayStation 2”

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with “PlayStation 2.”

1 Select “Audio Setup” on “Setup.” 2 Select “Audio Digital Out.” 3 Set “Digital Out (Optical)” to “On.”

l : Signal flow

4 Set “Dolby Digital” to “On.” 5 Set “DTS” to “On.”

Note

• Connect the “PlayStation 3” to the stand using an HDMI cable. For details on various settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the “PlayStation 3.”

Connecting a VCR or audio component

Getting Started

Connect this stand to a VCR or audio component using the INPUT AUDIO jacks.

To Video In jack

Video signal

Audio signal

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

To Video Out jack

A Audio cord (not supplied)

VCR, CD player

l : Signal flow

Playback

Index to parts and controls

For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.

Front panel

A (remote sensor) (46)

Receives signals from remote commander.

B ?/1 (on/standby) (46)

Press to turn the stand on or off.

C INPUT SELECTOR (46)

Press to select the input source to play back.

D VOLUME +/– (46)

Press to adjust the volume level.

Front panel display

About the indications in the front panel display

A HDMI (15, 46)

Lights up when the HDMI cable is being used.

B Lights up according to the audio input

signals.

C SLEEP (44)

Lights up in SLEEP mode.

D NIGHT (28)

Lights up in NIGHT mode.

E A/V SYNC (40)

Lights up when A/V SYNC is functioning.

F COAX/OPT

Lights up according to the cable which you are using.

G POWER/HDMI POWER indicator

Lights up in green when the stand is turned on. Goes off when the stand is turned off. Lights up in amber while the HDMI CONTROL function is working, even if the stand is turned off.

Playback

Remote control

Here describes the buttons for amplifier operation only. See page 34 for the buttons for operation of the connected components.

A POWER (on/standby)

Press to turn the stand on or off.

B Input buttons

Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components. You can program the remote to control non-Sony components following the steps in “Programming the remote for other components” (page 30).

C C, X, x, c or

Press C, X, x or c to select the settings. Then press to enter the selection.

D AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of the stand (page 37).

E NIGHT

Press to activate the NIGHT mode function (page 28).

F SLEEP

Press to activate the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the stand turns off automatically (page 44).

G VOL +/– - Volume

Press to adjust the volume.

H Muting

Mutes the sound.

I SOUND FIELD

Press to select the sound field (page 27).

J TV (orange)

Press to operate the TV using the buttons with an orange dot. If you do not press the following button within 60 seconds during registration, the operation will become invalid.

Enjoying TV

TV (white)

VOL +, –

1 Turn on the TV and choose a program.

Playback

POWER

Refer to the TV’s operating instructions for details.

2 Turn the stand on. 3 Press TV (white) on the remote. 4 Adjust the volume of the stand.

Tips

• A tactile dot is attached to these buttons (5, H, CH +). Use it as a guide during operation.

• When connecting a Sony TV, the Sony TV input can be selected automatically by pressing the input button after setting. For details on the setting, refer to

“Programming the remote for TV operation (Input SYNC: Sony TV only)” (page 29).

• You can use the remote as a TV remote for 60 seconds after pressing the TV (orange) button. To cancel this function, press the TV (orange) button again.

• The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down to the minimum.

Enjoying other components

POWER

Input buttons (DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO)

VOL +, –

Enjoying satellite tuner

1 Turn on the TV.

Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.

2 Turn the satellite tuner and the stand

on.

3 Press SAT on the remote.

When connecting a Sony TV, the Sony TV input can be selected automatically by pressing the input button after setting (Input SYNC) - jump to step 5.

4 Change the TV input.

Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.

5 Adjust the volume of the stand.

Tip

• The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down to the minimum.

Enjoying DVD, Blu-ray Disc, “PlayStation 2” and “PlayStation 3”

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Turn the DVD/Blu-ray Disc player

(recorder), “PlayStation 2” or “PlayStation 3” and the stand on.

3 Press DVD/BD on the remote.

When connecting a Sony TV, the Sony TV input can be selected automatically by pressing the input button after setting (Input SYNC) - jump to step 5.

4 Change the TV input.

Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.

5 Play back the disc.

Listening to an analog equipment

You can enjoy the sound of the VCR and the portable audio player, etc.

1 Press AUDIO on the remote. 2 Turn on the analog player and play

back a CD.

Tip

• A tactile dot is attached to these buttons (5, H,

CH +). Use it as a guide during operation.

Enjoying the surround effect

Playback

Selecting the sound field

Display area

This stand can create 5.1 channel surround sound. You can create the desired sound field by selecting one of stand’s preprogrammed sound fields.

SOUND FIELD

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Enjoying Surround Sound Using Sound Field

Press SOUND FIELD.

The present sound field appears. Each time you press the SOUND FIELD button, the display changes cyclically as follows: STANDARD t CINEMA t MUSIC t SPORTS t NEWS Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears.

Available sound fields

Sound field Effect

STANDARD You can enjoy normal

sound.

CINEMA You can enjoy powerful

sound in which lowpitched sound is emphasized, with enhanced presence.

MUSIC This sound field is the best

for listening to music, and you can enjoy the fill surround sound experience.

SPORTS You can enjoy the

atmosphere of a game, and listen to the exciting playby-play description.

NEWS You can hear the

announcer’s voice clearly.

Enjoying the sound at low volume (NIGHT mode)

You can enjoy sound effects and to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level using this function. This function is useful for enjoying sound.

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NIGHT

Tips

• The sound fields memorized for each input are retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

• Multi-channel sound is processed by the surround feature in any sound field. Also, multi-channel sound is processed by the surround feature for any sound in “CINEMA” or “SPORTS.”

Press NIGHT.

To cancel the NIGHT mode, press NIGHT again.

Tip

• You can use the AUDIO DRC function when you want to turn the volume down while still listening to Dolby Digital sound (page 41).

Advanced Settings

Programming the remote for TV operation (Input SYNC: Sony TV only)

If you connect a S ony TV, follow the steps below to program the remote. The TV input will be selected automatically (Input SYNC).

Note

• Do not use the HDMI control function while the Input SYNC function is active. For details, see the HDMI CONRTOL Guide of the stand.

TV (orange)

Input buttons (TV, DVD/ BD, SAT, AUDIO)

Number buttons

ENT

1 Press TV (orange) while holding down

the input button (TV, DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO) for the component you want to operate.

For example, if you are going to operate a DVD player, press DVD/BD.

The input button you pressed flashes.

2 Check the table below for the remote

button number corresponding to the TV input jack you have connected to, and press the number.

The input button (TV, DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO) goes off when you press the number button.

TV input jack* Remote Button

(codes)

VIDEO 1 21 VIDEO 2 22 VIDEO 3 23 VIDEO 4 24 VIDEO 5 25 VIDEO 6 26 VIDEO 7 27 VIDEO 8 28 COMPONENT 1 29 COMPONENT 2 30 COMPONENT 3 31 COMPONENT 4 32 HDMI 1 33 HDMI 2 34 HDMI 3 35 HDMI 4 36 HDMI 5 37 VIDEO RESET (TV) 38 NONE 20

* TV input jack name may differ depending on

your TV model.

Tip

• Press 20 if you do not want to send signals to the TV.

3 Press ENT.

The setting is completed after the input button you pressed in step 1 flashes twice.

4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to program the

remote.

Notes

• An error has occurred when the input button you pressed in step 1 flashes five times. Perform this process from step 1 again.

• The two digits entered last are valid.

Advanced Settings

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To cancel programming

Press the input button (TV, DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO) you pressed in step 1.

If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:

• If the input button you pressed in step 1 does not light up, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.

• If you do not press the following button within 60 seconds during registration, the operation will become invalid. Perform the process from step1 again.

• An error has occurred when the input button you pressed in step 1 flashes five times after ENT has been pressed in step 3. Perform the process from step 1 again.

Programming the remote for other components

You can program the remote to control non-Sony components by changing the code. Once the control signals have been memorized, you can use those components as part of your stand. Furthermore, you can also program the remote for Sony components that the remote is unable to control. Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared wireless control signals. You cannot register any component other than a TV into the TV button of the remote.

AV POWER

Input buttons (TV, DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO)

Number buttons

ENT

1 Press AV POWER while holding down

the input button (TV, DVD/BD, SAT, AUDIO) for the component you want to operate.

For example, if you are going to operate a DVD player, press DVD/BD.

The input button you pressed flashes.

2 Check the manufacture code of the

component you want to operate and press the number button.

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