Sony RHT-S10 User Manual [en, es, fr]

Theatre Stand System

3-218-865-11(2)

RHT-S10

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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 unit 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.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s:

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

This unit 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.

“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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-S10

Serial N o.

Table of Contents

Precautions...............................................5

Main features ...........................................6

Getting Started

Supplied accessories ................................7

Installing the unit.....................................8

Connecting components with HDMI

jacks...................................................9

Connecting components without HDMI

jacks.................................................11

Setting up the sound output of the

connected component......................12

Connecting a VCR or audio

component .......................................13

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

adapter .............................................14

Connecting the subwoofer .....................15

Playback Options

Index to parts and controls.....................16

Enjoying TV...........................................19

Enjoying other components ...................20

Surround Function

Enjoying the surround effect..................22

Tuner Functions

Presetting radio stations.........................24

Listening to the radio .............................25

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?.....................27

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync........27

Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD..................29

(One-Touch Play)

Enjoying the TV sound from the

speakers ...........................................29

(System Audio Control)

Turning off the TV, unit and connected

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

(System Power Off)

Advanced Settings

Changing the TV’s video input together

with the unit’s input

(Input SYNC: Sony TV only)......... 31

Programming the remote for other

components..................................... 32

Controlling the connected

components..................................... 35

Settings and adjustments using the

amplifier menu................................ 39

Using the sleep timer.............................46

Additional Information

Troubleshooting ....................................47

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

Glossary................................................. 51

Index...................................................... 52

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

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

• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, be sure to disconnect the unit 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.

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

On heat buildup

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

On placement

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

• Use caution when placing the unit on surfaces that

have been specially treated (with 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 unit.

On operation

Before connecting other compo nents, be sure to turn off and unplug the unit.

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

The unit 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.

If color irregularity is observed...

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

If color irregularity is observed again...

Place the unit further away from the TV set.

On cleaning

Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth. 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 unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Main features

B Easy connection with HDMI

The cords are all tangled up. Neat connections (page 9).

B Easy operation

Which remote? Only one! (page 32)

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 (RM-ANP009) (1)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) Wall Mounting Bracket (WS-S10WA) (1)

Operating Instructions (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

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

Getting Started

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.

Notes

Installing the unit

• Adjust the direction of the FM wire antenna (aerial) for best FM broadcast sound.

Install the unit after allowing for a space of 300

mm (11

/8 inches) or more on the right and left

from the wall.

MULTI CH

POWER / HDMI POWER

POWER / HDMI POWER INPUT

INPUT SELECTOR

SELECTOR

VOLUME

PRESET

VOLUME

PRESET

• If you attach the FM wire antenna (aerial) to a wall, select a wall for best reception.

• Do not use the FM wire antenna (aerial) rolled up.

• Be sure to insert the FM wire antenna (aerial) fully into the jack.

Subwoofer

A 300 mm (11 7/8 inches) B 50 mm (2 inches)

Connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial)

Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL ANTENNA jack.

HDMI

SAT IN

BD/DVD IN

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

FM 75Ω COAXIAL ANTENNA jack

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

Tip

• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial).

Connecting the power cord

1 Connect the components to this unit.

For details of connecting the components, see page 9 to page 13.

2 Connect the power cord of this unit to

the wall outlet.

Note

• Install this system near the wall outlet so that the AC power cord (mains lead) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

Installing this unit

Install the unit after connecting all the components to the unit. When installing the unit, allow for a space of at least 50 mm (2 inches) from the wall and 300 mm (11 7/8 inches) or more on the right and left when you install the unit. This is to allow for heat dissipation, a sufficient surround effect, and to prevent the TV from falling.

Note

• Do not put a magnetic card (such as a cash card or commuter pass) close to the speaker. The card may become unusable because of the magnetism of the speaker’s magnet.

Connecting components with HDMI jacks

Getting Started

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

However, it is necessary to connect the audio output of the TV to the audio input of the unit using an optical cable or an audio cord in

TV monitor, projector, etc.

Audio/video signal

INPUT

SAT IN

HDMI

BD/DVD IN

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

order listen to the TV’s sound from the unit.

For details on the Control for HDMI function, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 27).

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

Audio signal

OUTPUT

DMPORT

DC 5V

0.7A MAX

LINE

TV SAT

OPTICALTVOPTICAL

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OPTICAL

BD/DVD

OUT

OUTPUT OUTPUT

Audio/video signal

Satellite tuner

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

Audio/video signal

Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), DVD player (recorder), “PlayStation 3”

: Signal flow

continued

Notes

• Refer to page 11 for how to connect a component without an HDMI jack.

• The HDMI jack has priority when you connect the component to the unit using HDMI, DIGITAL IN COAXIAL, DIGITAL IN OPTICAL and ANALOG IN together.

• The DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack has priority when you connect both the audio output of the TV to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL and ANALOG IN jack of the system.

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 TV 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 unit,

video signals from the HDMI input jack (BD/ DVD IN, SAT IN) that was selected last time are output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.

• This unit supports x.v.Color transmission

extended by HDMI ver1.3.

Connecting components without HDMI jacks

Getting Started

When you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, “PlayStation 2”, etc., that has no HDMI jacks, connect to the unit using the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL or DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack. If the satellite tuner does not have the OPTICAL OUT jack, connect the unit using the DIGITAL

HDMI

SAT IN

BD/DVD IN

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

IN COAXIAL jack. In this case, it is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect the audio cords according to the jacks of your components. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

* “PlayStation 2” is a trademark of Sony Computer

Entertainment Inc.

TV monitor, projector, etc.

OUTPUT

DMPORT

DC 5V

0.7A MAX

Audio signal

LINE

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

OUTPUT

OPTICAL OPTICAL

TV SAT

COAXIAL

Video signal

INPUT

Video signal

SUB WOOFER

OUT

OPTICAL

BD/DVD

: Signal flow

OUTPUT

Audio signal

Video signal

Satellite tuner

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

OUTPUT

Audio signal Video signal

DVD player (recorder), “PlayStation 2”, etc.

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Note

• The DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack has priority when you connect both the audio output of the TV to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL and ANALOG IN jack of the system.

Setting up the sound output of the connected component

Depending on the audio output settings of the connected component, the sound may output in 2 channel sound format only. In this case, set the connected component to output the sound in multi channel sound format (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital). For details on audio output settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected component.

Connecting a VCR or audio component

Getting Started

Connect this unit to a VCR or audio component using the LINE IN jacks.

SAT IN

HDMI

BD/DVD IN

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

OUTPUT

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

DMPORT

DC 5V

0.7A MAX

Audio signal

Video signal

INPUT

LINE

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

TV SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL

OUTPUT

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OPTICAL

BD/DVD

To Video In jack

OUT

Video signal

A Audio cord (not supplied)

VCR, CD player

: Signal flow

Video signal

To Video Out jack

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

You can enjoy sound from the connected component on the unit by connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

HDMI

SAT IN

BD/DVD IN

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

Notes

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

• When you connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing toward the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, press and hold

A and then pull out the

connector.

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

DMPORT

DC 5V

0.7A MAX

LINE

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

TV SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL

: Signal flow

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OPTICAL

BD/DVD

OUT

Connecting the subwoofer

The unit has a built-in subwoofer. However, for even more extended bass, connect an external subwoofer to this unit using an audio connecting cord. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

Getting Started

SAT IN

HDMI

BD/DVD IN

TV OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75 COAXIAL

A Audio connecting cord (not supplied)

DMPORT

DC 5V

0.7A MAX

Input jack

LINE

OPTICAL OPTICAL

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN

Subwoofer

: Signal flow

TV SAT

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OPTICAL

BD/DVD

OUT

Playback Options

Index to parts and controls

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

Front panel

MULTI CH

A (remote sensor) (48)

SELECTOR

INPUT

PRESET VOLUME

F VOLUME +/–

Receives signals from remote commander.

B MULTI CH indicator

G POWER/ACTIVE STANDBY indicator

Lights up when playing multi-channel sauce.

C Front panel display (17) D INPUT SELECTOR

Press to select the input source to play back.

E PRESET +/–

Selects the preset stations.

MULTI CH

INPUT

PRESET VOLUME

PRESET VOLUME SELECTOR

SELECTOR

Tips Note

• The touch panel is functional when lit.

• The touch panel lights up momentarily when touched,

H ?/1 (on/standby)

POWER/

ACTIVE STANDBY

• The touch panel functions by touching lightly. Do not press it strongly.

or when the power is turned on. When you operate, touch the panel at first. The touch panel becomes unlit when it is not touched for about 10 seconds.

POWER/ ACTIVE STANDBY

Press to adjust the volume level.

Lights as follows: Green: The unit is turned on. Amber: Control for HDMI function is

working while the unit is turned off.

Off: The unit is turned off, and the

Control for HDMI function is not working.

Press to turn the unit on or off.

INPUT

PRESET VOLUME

SELECTOR

Touch panel

Front panel display

About the indications in the front panel display

Playback Options

PCM

HDMI

A HDMI (9, 48)

Lights up when the HDMI cable is being used.

B Lights up according to the audio input

signals.

C SLEEP (46)

Flashes when the sleep timer function is active.

D NIGHT (23)

Lights up in NIGHT mode.

MONOSTTUNEDOPTCOAXNIGHTSLEEP

E COAX/OPT

Lights up according to the cable which you are using.

F TUNED (24)

Lights up when receiving a radio broadcast.

G ST (24)

Lights up when receiving a radio broadcast in stereo.

H MONO (26)

Lights up when “MONO” is selected in FM mode.

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Remote control

Here describes the buttons for amplifier operation only. See page 35 for the buttons for operation of the connected components.

Note

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

A POWER (on/standby)

Press to turn the unit 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 32).

C C, X, x, c or

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

D SOUND FIELD

Press to select the sound field (page 22).

E AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of the unit (page 39).

F NIGHT

Press to activate the NIGHT mode function (page 23).

G SLEEP

Press to activate the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the unit turns off automatically (page 46).

H VOL +/– - Volume

Press to adjust the volume.

I MUTING

Press to turn off the sound.

* The 5, H and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Use

it as a guide during operation.

Enjoying TV

TV (white)

VOL +, –

POWER

1 Turn on the TV and choose a program.

Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.

Playback Options

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

Tips

• 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 “Changing the TV’s video input together with the

unit’s input (Input SYNC: Sony TV only)” (page 31).

• 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 (BD/DVD, 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 unit 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 unit.

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 Blu-ray Disc, DVD, “PlayStation 2” or “PlayStation 3”

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

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

3 Press BD/DVD 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.

Tip

• Even if you play back Dolby true HD, Dolby Digital plus or DTS HD with a connected component

compatible with these sound formats, the system accepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. When you playback these high-quality sound formats, set the connected component to output the sound in multi channel PCM, if possible.

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 Press LINE IN on the remote. 3 Turn on the analog player and play

back a CD.

Enjoying a connected component through DMPORT connection

1 Press AUDIO on the remote. 2 Press DMPORT on the remote. 3 Start playback of the connected

component.

Tip

• When listening to MP3 or other compressed music files using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “P. AUDIO” appears in the front panel display.

• If you have a Sony TV, you can change the input of TV and the unit automatically by setting “Input SYNC” (page 31).

Note

• By pressing AUDIO, the input changes to the last input (LINE IN, FM, DMPORT) selected by the remote.

Playback Options

Surround Function

Enjoying the surround effect

Selecting the sound field

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

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 t P.AUDIO* Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears.

PCM

HDMI

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 full surround sound experience.

SPORTS You can enjoy the

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

SOUND FIELD

NEWS You can hear the

announcer’s voice clearly.

P.AUDIO You can enjoy enhanced

sound when you listen to MP3 or other compressed music files using a portable audio source.

* “P.AUDIO” appears only when DMPORT or LINE

IN is selected for the input source to playback.

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.”

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.

Surround Function

NIGHT

Press NIGHT.

To cancel the NIGHT mode, press NIGHT again.

Note

• If the volume level is set high before the NIGHT mode is selected, the loud sound may suddenly occur when the mode is turned off. Turn down the volume beforehand.

Tip

• You can listen to Dolby Digital sound at low volume by using AUDIO DRC (page 43).

Tuner Functions

Presetting radio stations

You can preset 20 FM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.

Input button (AUDIO)

Input button

(FM)

X, x,

4 Press MENU. 5 Press X/x repeatedly until “Memory?”

appears in the front panel display.

6 Press .

A preset number appears in the front panel display.

STTUNED

7 Press X/x to select the preset number

you want.

STTUNED

Tip

• You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons.

8 Press .

“Complete!” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored.

TUNING –/+

1 Press AUDIO on the remote. 2 Press FM on the remote. 3 Press and hold TUNING + or – until the

auto scanning starts.

Scanning stops when the unit tunes in a station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo program) light up in the front panel display.

STTUNED

9 Press MENU. 10Repeat 3 to 9 to store other stations.

To change the preset number

Restart from Step 4.

Naming preset stations

You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. Up to 10 characters can be entered.

1 Press AUDIO on the remote. 2 Press FM on the remote.

The last received station is tuned in.

3 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to

select the preset station you want to create an index name for.

4 Press MENU. 5 Press X/x repeatedly until “Name In?”

appears in the front panel display.

STTUNED

6 Press . 7 Create a name by using C/X/x/c.

Press X/x to select a character, then press c to move the cursor to the next position. Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be input for a radio station name.

If you enter a wrong character

Press C/c repeatedly until the character to be changed flashes, then press X/x to select the desired character. To erase the character, press C/c repeatedly until the character to be erased flashes, then press CLEAR.

8 Press .

“Complete!” appears in the front panel display, and the station name is stored.

STTUNED

Listening to the radio

Preset radio stations in the unit’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” (page 24)).

Input button (AUDIO)

CLEAR

Input button (FM)

PRESET –/+

VOL +/–

1 Press AUDIO on the remote. 2 Press FM on the remote.

The last received station is tuned in.

3 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to

select the preset station.

Each time you press the button, the unit tunes in one preset station.

Tuner Functions

9 Press MENU.

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Tip

• You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons.

4 Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/–.

To turn off the radio

Press POWER on the remote or "/1 on the unit to turn off the unit. To change the input, press the input button.

To listen to non-preset radio stations

Use manual or automatic tuning in Step 3. For manual tuning, press TUNING + or – repeatedly. For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING + or –. The automatic tuning stops when the unit tunes in a station. To stop the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING + or –.

If an FM program is noisy

If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve.

1 Press MENU. 2 Press X/x repeatedly until “FM Mode?”

appears in the front panel display, then press

or c.

3 Press X/x to select “MONO.”

• ST: stereo reception.

• MONO: monaural reception.

4 Press .

The setting is made.

5 Press MENU.

Tip

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

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below:

• One-Touch Play: When you play back a

component such as a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (recorder), the unit and the TV are turned on automatically and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

• System Audio Control: While watching TV,

you can select to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers of the unit.

• System Power Off: When you turn off the TV,

the unit and the connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

“BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with a Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., with the Control for HDMI function.

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function to on for the unit and the connected component. When you connect a Sony TV with the Control for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI function for the unit and the connected component can be set simultaneously by setting the Control for HDMI function of the TV.

POWER

Input buttons (TV, BD/ DVD, SAT)

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

CONTROL FOR HDMI is a mutual control function standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).

The Control for HDMI function will not operate in the following cases:

• When you connect this unit to a component

which is not correspond with the Control for HDMI function.

• When you connect the unit and components

using other than HDMI connection.

We recommend that you connect this system to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.

Note

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

C, X,

x, c,

AMP MENU

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1 Make sure that the unit is connected to

the TV and the connected components (which should be compatible with the Control for HDMI function) using HDMI cables (not supplied).

2 Turn on the unit, the TV and the

connected components.

3 Select the input of the unit connected to

the component you want to watch (BD/ DVD, SAT), and switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that an image from the connected component is displayed.

4 Set the Control for HDMI function of the

TV to on.

The Control for HDMI function for the unit and the connected component is simultaneously set to on. During the setting, “SCANNING” appears in the front panel display. After you finish the setting, “COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display. Wait until the setting is complete.

If “SCANNING” or “COMPLETE” does not appear after performing the steps above

Set the Control for HDMI function to on for the unit and the connected component individually.

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until

“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press or c.

3 Press x/X repeatedly until “CTRL:

HDMI” appears, then press or c.

4 Press x/X to select “CTRL ON.” 5 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off. The Control for HDMI function is set to on.

6 Set the Control for HDMI function of the

connected component to on.

For details on setting the connected component, refer to its operating instructions.

7 Select the input of the unit connected to

the component you want to use the Control for HDMI function for (BD/DVD, SAT), and repeat step 6.

If you add or reconnect the component

Perform steps of “Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync” and “If “SCANNING” or “COMPLETE” does not appear after performing the steps above” again.

Notes

• During the setting of the Control for HDMI function for the unit, the System Audio Control function does not work.

• If the Control for HDMI function for the connected component cannot be set simultaneously by setting “CONTROL FOR HDMI” of the TV, set the Control for HDMI function using the menu of the connected component.

• For details on setting the TV and the connected components, refer to their operating instructions.

Tip

• The default setting of the Control for HDMI function of the unit is “CTRL OFF.”

Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD

Enjoying the TV sound

(One-Touch Play)

Play back a connected component.

The unit and the TV are turned on automatically and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Note

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

Tip

• You can enjoy the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (recorder) connected to the unit, even if you turn the unit off. The POWER/ACTIVE STANDBY indicator lights up in amber at this time.

from the speakers

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of the unit by means of a simple operation. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.

POWER

Input buttons (TV, BD/ DVD, SAT)

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

Press POWER to turn on the unit.

The sound is output from the speaker of the unit. The sound is output from the TV’s speaker when you turn the unit off.

Notes

• When the TV is turned on before this unit is turne d on, the TV sound will not be output for a moment.

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

Tip

• You can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of the unit using the TV remote.

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Using the input buttons of the remote

The input buttons (TV (white), BD/DVD, SAT) work as follows when the Control for HDMI function is set to on.

• BD/DVD, SAT: Since the input of the TV is also switched automatically, you can watch the image of the selected component on the TV simply by pressing the buttons.

• TV: The input of the TV switches automatically. When you connect a Sony TV, you can watch the TV simply by pressing the buttons.

Tip

• You can control connected components by pressing

the input buttons. For details, refer to “Controlling the connected components” (page 35).

Turning off the TV, unit and connected components

(System Power Off)

When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the unit and the connected components turns off automatically. Also, when you turn the TV off by using the system’s remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically.

TV (orange)

AV POWER

1 Press TV (orange). 2 Press AV POWER.

The TV, the unit and the connected component are turned off.

Note

• Depending on the status, the connected components may not be turned off. For details, see operating instructions supplied with the connected components.

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