Sony STR-DA1800ES User Manual

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4-428-194-12(2)

Multi Channel AV Receiver

Operating Instructions US

Mode d’emploi FR

STR-DA1800ES

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WARNING

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

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.

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.

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

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.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of the Hot Surface that may be hot if it is touched during the normal operation.

For customers in the United States

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.

M o d e l N o . _____________________________________________________ S e r ia l N o . ______________________________________________________

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.

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.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord should be connected to the apparatus and the speakers in accordance with the following instructions.

1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.

2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the speaker cord.

3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS before disconnecting the speaker cord from the apparatus and the speakers.

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 r adiate 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.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits.

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

For customers in Canada

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and/or peripherals.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DA1800ES. The model number is located at the lower right corner of the front panel. 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 instructions in this manual describe the operation of the receiver with the supplied remote control. You can also use the buttons or knobs 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, Surround EX, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent

Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 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-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD. These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.

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AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered 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.

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.

“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.

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

VAIO and VAIO Media are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

PARTY STREAMING and PARTY STREAMING logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

“Sony Entertainment Network logo” and “Sony Entertainment Network” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Wake-on-LAN is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States.

Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

The Bluetooth

word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

InstaPrevue™ is a trademark or registered trademark of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

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Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

– Redistributions of source code must retain the

above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.

– Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the

above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.

– Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor

the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

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Table of Contents

About This Manual .......................................4

Supplied accessories .....................................9

Description and location of parts ................ 10

Getting started ............................................. 19

Connections

1: Installing the speakers............................. 22

2: Connecting the speakers ......................... 24

3: Connecting the TV..................................26

4a: Connecting the video equipment........... 28

4b: Connecting the audio equipment .......... 37

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)........... 38

6: Connecting to the network......................39

Preparing the Receiver

Connecting the AC power cord

(mains lead)............................................ 41

Turning on the receiver ...............................41

Performing initial setup operations

(clearing all memorized settings)........... 42

Setting the speakers..................................... 42

Using AUTO CALIBRATION.................... 44

Configuring the network settings of the

receiver...................................................48

Guide to on-screen display operation.......... 52

Basic Operations

Playing an input source equipment............. 54

Playing an iPod/iPhone............................... 56

Playing a USB device..................................59

Recording using the receiver....................... 61

Enjoying Sound Effects

Selecting the sound field .............................65

Using the Sound Optimizer function........... 69

Resetting sound fields to the default

settings....................................................69

Using Network Features

About the network functions of the

receiver ...................................................70

Setting up the server ....................................70

Enjoying audio content stored on the

server ......................................................74

Enjoying Sony Entertainment Network

(SEN)......................................................76

Using the PARTY STREAMING

function...................................................78

Streaming music from iTunes with

AirPlay ...................................................80

Updating the software .................................81

Searching for an item using a keyword.......83

Using Bluetooth Features

About the Bluetooth wireless technology....84

About the Bluetooth functions of the

receiver ...................................................84

Listening to music of a Bluetooth device ....85

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 62

Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning)....................................... 64

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“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?...........................87

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync..............88

Playing back equipment with one-touch

operation (One-Touch Play) ...................88

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control) .........................89

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power-Off)................................89

Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected

scene (Scene Select) ...............................90

Operating the receiver using the TV’s remote

control (Home Theatre Control).............90

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver via HDMI OUT

A jack (Audio Return Channel)..............90

Switching the monitors that output the HDMI

video signals ...........................................91

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE).....................................91

Using other video/audio input jacks

(Input Assign).........................................92

Using a bi-amplifier connection ..................94

Using multi-zone features............................95

Using the Remote Control

Programming the remote control.............. 113

Clearing the memory of the remote

control .................................................. 118

Additional Information

Precautions................................................ 118

Troubleshooting........................................ 120

Specifications............................................ 133

Index ......................................................... 136

Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu..............................98

Speaker Settings ..........................................99

Surround Settings ......................................101

EQ Settings................................................102

Audio Settings ...........................................102

HDMI Settings...........................................103

Network Settings .......................................104

Bluetooth Settings......................................107

System Settings .........................................107

Operating without connecting to a TV ......108

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Supplied accessories

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

• Quick Setup Guide (1)

• GUI Menu List (1)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• Remote control (RM-AAP080) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)

• Power cord (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote control

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries (supplied) in the remote control. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.

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 programmed codes may be cleared. If this happens, reprogram the remote control (page 113).

• 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

2 31 45 6

qk qj

A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 42, 63, 69) B ON/STANDBY indicator

Lights up as follows: Green: The receiver is turned on. Amber: The receiver is in standby mode, and – Either Control fo r HDMI, Network Standby, or

Bluetooth Standby is set to on. – The receiver in zone 2 is turned on. Lights off when the receiver is in standby mode and Control for HDMI, Network Standby, Bluetooth Standby, and zone 2 are set to off.

Note

If the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes slowly, the software update is in progress (page 81). If the indicator flashes in quick succession, the software update has error (page 120).

C INPUT SELECTOR (page 55, 61, 91) D INPUT MODE (page 91) E Remote control sensor

Receives signals from remote control.

F Display panel (page 11) G DISPLAY (page 113) H DIMMER

Adjusts the brightness of the display panel in 3 levels.

qg qf qd q;qs qa

I MASTER VOLUME (page 55) J VIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 35) K iPod/iPhone ( (USB) port and

VIDEO IN jack) (page 35, 38)

L AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 45) M 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/

HD-D.C.S., MUSIC (page 65, 67)

N TONE, TONE MODE

Press TONE MODE repeatedly to select BASS or TREBLE, then turn TONE to adjust the level.

O PARTY (page 79)

Operates the PARTY STREAMING function. Hold down the button to start or close a PARTY.

P BLUETOOTH (page 85)

Operates the Bluetooth function.

Q SPEAKERS (page 43) R PHONES jack

Connects to headphones.

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Indicators on the display panel

4 6 57 qsqa8 9

HDMI COAX

D.C.A.C.D.L.L.

D.RANGESTA.P.M.

SB RSBSB L

ZONE 2

PL II x z

LFE

USB

UPDATE

A SW

Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack.

B ZONE 2

Lights up while operation in zone 2 is being enabled.

C D.L.L.

Lights up when the D.L.L. (Digital Legato Linear) function is activated (page 102).

D USB

Lights up when iPod/iPhone or USB device is detected.

E Input indicator

Lights up to indicate the current input.

HDMI

Digital signal is input through the HDMI jack.

COAX

Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 91).

OPT

Digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack (page 91).

ARC

TV input is selected and the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals are detected.

F PARTY

Lights up when PARTY STREAMING function is activated (page 78).

G Dolby Digital Surround indicator*

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

D D EX D+ TrueHD

Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD

OPT PARTY

S.OPT.

ARC

MEM DTS

D+EX

Tru e HD

MSTR

RES LBR

DTS ES LPCM

SP A B

HDMI OUT A B

BLUETOOTH

AMP

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H NEO:6

Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 66, 67).

I DTS-HD indicator*

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

DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD HI RES

DTS-HD LBR

J BLUETOOTH

Lights up when Bluetooth device is connected.

K HDMI OUT A + B (page 91) L Wireless LAN signal strength indicator

Lights up to show the strength of the wireless LAN signal (page 50, 51).

No signal.

The signal strength is weak.

The signal strength is moderate.

The signal strength is strong.

M SLEEP

Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated (page 16).

N BI-AMP

Lights up when surround back speakers selection is set to “BI-AMP” (page 94).

O SP A/SP B/SP A B (page 43) P LPCM

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

DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD Low Bit Rate Audio

SLEEP

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Q DTS(-ES) indicator*

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

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96/24

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96 kHz/24 bit

R Tuning indicator

Lights up when the receiver tunes to a radio station.

MEM

Memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 64), etc., is activated.

Stereo broadcast

S S.OPT.

Lights up when Sound Optimizer function is activated (page 69).

T A.P.M.

Lights up when the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function is activated. You can only set the A.P.M. function in the DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function (page 47).

U EQ

Lights up when the equalizer is activated.

V D.RANGE

Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 101).

W D.C.A.C.

Lights up when the measurement results of the “Auto Calibration” function are applied.

X UPDATE

Lights up when a new software is available (page 81).

Y 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 PL II PL IIx PL IIz

Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIz

Note

These indicators may not light up depending on the speaker pattern setting.

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

wj Playback channel indicator

The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. Based on the speaker settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound.

LH RH L R C SL SR S

Front Left High Front Right High Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround equipment obtained by Pro Logic

SBL SBR SB

processing) Surround Back Left Surround Back Right Surround Back (the surround back equipment obtained by 6.1 channel decoding)

Example:

Speaker pattern: 3/0.1 Recording format: 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

* When playing a Dolby Digital or DTS format disc,

make sure that you have completed the digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 92) or “A. DIRECT” is not selected.

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Rear panel

1 243

566 789

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section

HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 26, 29, 30, 32, 34, 37)

OPTICAL IN jacks (page 26, 30,

32)

COAXIAL IN jack (page 30)

B Controls jacks for Sony equipment

and other external equipment

IR REMOTE IN/OUT jacks (page 96)

TRIGGER OUT jack (page 107) Connect to interlock on/off of the power supply of other 12V TRIGGER compliant equipment, or the amplifier.

C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

OUTPUT section

Green (Y)

Blue (P

Red (P

Green (Y)

Blue (P

Red (P

Y, PB, PR IN/OUT* jacks (page 26, 30, 32)

Y, P

B, PR OUT* jacks

(page 96)

D NETWORK section

LAN port (page 40)

Wireless LAN antenna (page 40)

E SPEAKERS section (page 24)

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F AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

Remote control

White (L)

Red (R)

Black

AUDIO IN jacks (page 26, 32, 34, 37)

AUDIO OUT jacks (page 24)

AUDIO OUT jacks (page 96)

G VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT

section (page 26, 32, 34)

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks

VIDEO OUT jacks (page 96)

H RS232C port

Used for maintenance and service.

Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is pre-programmed to operate Sony audio/video equipment. You can also program the remote control to operate non-Sony equipment. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 113).

RM-AAP080

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I TUNER section

FM ANTENNA jack (page 38)

AM ANTENNA terminals (page 38)

* You must connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR

OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 26).

qg qf

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A ?/1 (on/standby)

Turns the receiver on or sets it to the standby mode. If you press ZONE (C) to switch the remote to zone 2 mode, you can turn the power for zone 2 on or off using ?/1.

Saving the power in standby mode

When Control for HDMI (page 103), Network Standby (page 106), and Bluetooth Standby (page 107) are set to off, and the receiver in zone 2 is turned off.

B AV ?/1

(on/standby)

Turns on or off the audio/video equipment that the remote control is programmed to operate. To turn the TV on or off, press TV (W) and then press AV ?/1. If you press ?/1 (A) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and all other equipment including an amplifier in zone 2 (SYSTEM STANDBY).

Note

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

C ZONE (page 97) D 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. You can program the remote control to control non-Sony equipment following the steps in “Programming the remote control” on page 113.

Numeric/text buttons

1)2)

Press SHIFT (V), then press numeric/text buttons to – preset/tune to the preset stations (page 64). – select track numbers. Press 0/10 to select track

number 10. – select channel numbers. – select the letters (ABC, DEF, etc.),

punctuation marks (!, ?, etc.) or other symbols

(#, %, etc.) when you enter characters for

network features. Press TV (W), then press the numeric buttons to select the TV channels.

-/--

Press SHIFT (V), then press -/-- to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digit. Press TV (W), then press -/-- to select the TV channel entry mode.

>10

Press SHIFT (V), then press >10 to select track numbers over 10.

ENT/MEM

Press SHIFT (V), then press ENT/MEM to – enter the value after selecting a channel, disc,

or track using numeric buttons.

– store a station during tuner operation.

CLEAR

Press SHIFT (V), then press CLEAR to – erase a letter for network features. – clear a mistake when you press the incorrect

numeric/text button.

CHARACTER

Press SHIFT (V), then press CHARACTER to select the character type for network features. Each time you press CHARACTER, the character type changes in sequence as follows: “abc” (lowercase letters) t “ABC” (uppercase letters) t “123” (numbers)

ALPHABET SEARCH

Press SHIFT (V), then press ALPHABET SEARCH to search for an item using a keyword (page 83).

E SOUND FIELD +/–

Selects a sound field (page 65).

F Color buttons

Works according to the guide on the TV screen.

G GUI MODE

Displays the GUI menu on the TV screen.

H TOOLS/OPTIONS

Displays and selects items from the option menus. Press TV (W), then press TOOLS/OPTIONS to display the TV function options.

I MENU, HOME

Displays the menu to operate the audio/video equipment. Press TV (W), then press HOME to display the menus of Sony TV.

J ./>

1),

m/M1), N

1)2)

, X1), x

Skip, backward/forward, play, pause, stop operation.

Press to – replay the previous scene or fast forward the

current scene.

– skip to previous or next album when using

iPod/iPhone.

REPEAT

Press SHIFT (V), then press REPEAT to play a track or a folder repeatedly.

SHUFFLE

Press SHIFT (V), then press SHUFFLE to play a track or a folder in random order.

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FOLDER +/–

Selects a folder.

TUNING +/–

Scans a station.

PARTY

Press SHIFT (V), then press PARTY to

operate the PARTY STREAMING function.

Hold down the button to start or close a PARTY

(page 79).

D.TUNING

Enters direct tuning mode.

K TV CH +/–

1)2)

Press TV (W), then press TV CH +/– to scan

for the preset TV channels.

PRESET +/–

1)2)

Selects preset stations or channels.

L F1/F2

Press BD or DVD (D), then press F1 or F2 to

select the equipment.

• DVD/HDD COMBO F1: HDD F2: DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc

• DVD/VCR COMBO F1: DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc F2: VCR

PREVIEW (HDMI)

This is a “Preview for HDMI” button. Turns on a live picture-in-picture preview of HDMI inputs connected to this receiver. Preview windows display only HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4 inputs. Press V/v to select each HDMI input preview, then press to enter/confirm the selection. (This feature is powered by Silicon Image InstaPrevue™ technology)

Notes

• When watching HDMI IN, this function will be available.

• Preview window display only for HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4 input.

Tips

• This function does not work in the following cases. – HDMI device is not connected. – Some unsupported HDMI video format is

inputted. – Current input is not HDMI input. – When GUI is On. – Zone2 / OutB setting is Zone2. – Fast View setting is Off.

• Depending on the playback video format, this function may not work.

GUIDE1)

Press TV (W), then press GUIDE to display the on-screen program guide.

SLEEP

Press AMP (X), then press SLEEP to set the receiver to turn off automatically at specified time. Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows:

0:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 1:30:00 t 2:00:00 t OFF

Tips

• To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display panel.

• The Sleep Timer will be canceled when you perform the following. – Press SLEEP again. – Update the software of the receiver.

M TOP MENU

Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s or DVD’s Top Menu.

POP UP/MENU

Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu.

TV INPUT

Press TV (W), then press TV INPUT or to select the input signal (TV input or video input).

WIDE

Press TV (W), then press WIDE repeatedly to select the wide picture mode.

N MUTING

Turns off the sound temporarily. Press the button again to restore the sound. Press TV (W), then press MUTING to activate the TV’s muting function.

O TV VOL +/–

Press TV (W), then press TV VOL +/– to adjust the TV volume level.

MASTER VOL +/–

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

P DISC SKIP/iPhone CTRL

Press to – skip disc when using a multi-disc changer. – enter iPod/iPhone control mode when using

iPod/iPhone.

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Q RETURN/EXIT O

Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu while the menu or on-screen guide is displayed on the TV screen. Press TV (W), then press RETURN/EXIT O to return to the previous menu of Sony TV.

V/v/B/b

Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then press to enter/confirm the selection.

S DISPLAY

Views information on the display panel. Press TV (W), then press DISPLAY to display information of TV.

T AUTO CAL

Press SHIFT (V), then press AUTO CAL to perform Auto Calibration.

Note

This button is not available when the receiver is in “GUI MODE”.

HDMI OUT (page 91)

U SOUND OPTIMIZER

Activates the Sound Optimizer function (page 69).

V SHIFT

Changes the remote control button function to activate the buttons printed in pink.

W TV

Changes the remote control button function to activate the buttons printed in yellow.

X AMP

Activates the receiver operation for main zone (page 108).

Y RM SET UP

Programs the remote control (page 113).

See the table on page 18 for information on the buttons that you can use to control each equipment.

The 5/JKL/VIDEO 1, N/PARTY and TV CH +/ PRESET + buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as reference when operating the receiver.

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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To control other Sony equipment

Name

AV ?/1zzzzzzzzzzz

Numeric

buttons

TV VCR DVD player,

DVD/VCR

zz z z z z z z z zz z

-/--, >10 zz z z z z z z z z z ENT/MEM zz z z z z z CLEAR z Color buttons zza)zz z

TOOLS/

OPTIONS MENU, HOME zz z z z z z z

./>zzzzzzzz zd)zz

zzzzz zz

zzzzzz

FOLDER +/– REPEAT z SHUFFLE z

m/TUNING –, M/TUNING +

zz z z z z z z zz z

N, X, xzzzzzzzz zzz

PRESET +/–,

TV CH +/– F1/F2 zz

zz z z z z

GUIDE zz TOP MENU,

POP UP/MENU TV INPUT,

WIDE (Wide mode)

MUTING z

MASTER

VOL +/–, TV VOL +/–

DISC SKIP/

iPhone CTRL RETURN/

EXIT O V/v/B/b, zz z z z z z z

DISPLAY zz z z z z z z z zd)zz

DVD player only.

LD player only.

Video CD player only.

Deck B only.

CD player only.

zzzzzzzz

combo

Blu-ray

Disc player

HDD

PSX Video CD

Recorder

zzz

zzc)zd)zz zz

zzz z

zz z

player,

LD player

Digital CATV

terminal

DSS Tape

deck

A/B

DAT deck

player,

MD deck

zzzzz

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Getting started

You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Installing and connecting the speakers (page 22, 24)

Checking the connection appropriate for your equipment

Connecting the TV equipment to HDMI jack (page 26)

The receiver has a video conversion function. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 20).

Connecting the video equipment (page 28)

The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the illustration below. Select the connection according to the jacks on your equipment. We recommend that you connect your video equipment via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks.

COMPONENT VIDEO

HDMI

Digital

B/CB

PR/C

Analog

VIDEO

Preparing the receiver

“Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 41) and “Performing initial setup operations (clearing all memorized settings)” (page 42).

Setting the speakers

Select the speaker pattern (page 42), then perform Auto Calibration (page 44).

Note

You can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone” (page 100). If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection.

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 Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio (HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital”, and “DTS” are set to “Auto”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of September 2011). For a PlayStation 3, check that “DVD Audio Output Format (HDMI)” and “BD Audio Output Format (Optical Digital)” are set to “Bitstream” (with system software version 3.70). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

High quality image

Connecting the audio equipment (page 37)

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Function for conversion of video signals

The receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. Video signals and component video signals can be output as HDMI video signals (HDMI OUT jack only). As the default setting, video signals input from the connected equipment are output as shown in the table with solid arrows.

INPUT jack OUTPUT jack

HDMI IN

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

: Same type of signal as that of the input signal is output (Main zone & Zone 2). : Video signals are upconverted and output (up to 1080p) (Main zone).

Notes on converting video signals

• When video signals from a VCR, etc., are up converted on this receiver and then viewed on your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted horizontally or no image can be seen.

• If you are using an image improvement circuitry with your VCR, it may impact the video signal conversion. It is recommended to turn off this function on your VCR.

• Converted HDMI image output does not support x.v.Color (x.v.Colour), Deep Color (Deep Colour), 4K and 3D.

• HDMI video signals cannot be converted to component video signals and video signals.

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT

MONITOR VIDEO OUT

To connect a recording equipment

When recording, connect the recording equipment to the VIDEO OUT jacks of the receiver. Connect cords for input and output signals to the same type of jack, as VIDEO OUT jacks do not have an up-conversion function.

Note

Signals output from the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks may not be recorded properly.

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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver

Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats.

Audio format

Maximum number

of channels

Dolby Digital 5.1 aa Dolby Digital EX 6.1 aa Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD

7.1 × a

7.1 × a DTS 5.1 aa DTS-ES 6.1 aa DTS 96/24 5.1 aa DTS-HD

High Resolution Audio DTS-HD

Master Audio Multi Channel Linear PCM

Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.

a)b)

7.1

7.1 × a

Connection between the playback

equipment and the receiver

COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI

× a

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Connections

1: Installing the speakers

This receiver allows you to use up to a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and 1 subwoofer).

Example of speaker system configuration

AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSurround back speaker (Left)* GSurround back speaker (Right)* HFront high speaker (Left)* IFront high speaker (Right)* JSubwoofer

7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakers

You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format.

7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers

You can enjoy vertical sound effects (e.g., Pro Logic IIz mode).

5.1 channel speaker system

To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer.

Recommended speaker placement

7.1 channel speaker system

The angle A shown in the illustration should be the same.

* You cannot use the surround back speakers and the

front high speakers simultaneously.

Note

You can connect two subwoofers to the receiver. The same signals are output from each of the SUBWOOFER jacks.

Note

If you cannot place the speakers at the optimum angle, separate the surround speakers and the surround back speakers adequately and arrange them as symmetrically as possible.

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7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers

You can enjoy vertical sound effects by connecting additional two front high speakers. Place the front high speakers – at an angle between 25° to 35°.

– at an angle of 20° ± 5° in height.

20˚ ± 5˚

Connections

6.1 channel speaker system

Place the surround back speaker behind the seating position.

Tip

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

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2: Connecting the speakers

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

10 mm (13/32")

Center speaker

Surround speaker

Right Left

A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cord (not supplied)

Right LeftRight

Surround back/Front high/

Bi-amplifier/Front B

speaker

Left

Front A speakerSubwoofer *

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* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto

standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be output. You can connect two subwoofers to the receiver. The same signals are output from each of the SUBWOOFER jacks.

**Notes on the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/

FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals connection. – If you connect only one surround back speaker,

connect it to L of this terminals.

– If you have an additional front speaker system,

connect them to this terminals. Set the “SB Assign” to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 43). You can select the front speaker system you want by using the SPEAKERS button on the receiver (page 43).

– You can connect the front speakers to this

terminals using bi-amplifier connection (page 94). Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 94).

Note

After you have installed and connected your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from the Speaker Settings menu (page 42).

Connections

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3: Connecting the TV

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface). GUI is only for main zone HDMI out. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

TV with HDMI jack

Audio/Video

signals

ARC

B** D

Audio signals

TV without HDMI jack

Video signals

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A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

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

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

Recommended connection Alternative connection

Connections

To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the receiver

* If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return

Channel (ARC) function, connect A. Be sure to set the “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON” in HDMI Settings menu (page 88). If you want to select an audio signal using other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical digital cord or an audio cord), switch the audio input mode using INPUT MODE (page 91).

**If your TV is not compatible with the ARC

function, connect B.

Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting function.

Notes

• Connect a TV monitor or a projector to the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may not be able to record, even if you connect recording equipment.

• 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.

• The receiver has a video conversion function. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 20).

• When you connect the audio output jack of the TV to the TV IN jacks 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”.

To listen to the sound from the TV

If your TV does not support System Audio Control function, set the “Audio Out” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 103).

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4a: 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 87).

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

See “Using other video/audio input jacks (Input Assign)” (page 92).

Converting video signals

This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 20).

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Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player

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

Blu-ray Disc player with HDMI jack

Audio/video signals

Connections

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

Note

This HDMI connection is an example. You can connect Blu-ray disc player to any HDMI inputs.

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Connecting a DVD player

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

DVD player with HDMI jack

Audio/video signals

CB* D

Audio signals

DVD player without HDMI jack

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

Video signals

Recommended connection Alternative connection

* When you connect equipment with an OPTICAL

jack, set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 92).

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

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Note

This HDMI connection is an example. When use only HDMI input connection, you can connect DVD player to any HDMI inputs.

Connections

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Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

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

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner with HDMI jack

Audio/video signals

Audio signals

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

CDE

Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner without HDMI jack

Video signals

Recommended connection Alternative connection

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

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

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Note

This HDMI connection is an example. When use only HDMI input connection, you can connect cable TV tuner to any HDMI inputs.

Connections

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Connecting a PlayStation 3

Connecting a VCR

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

PlayStation 3

Audio/video

signals

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

VCR

Audio signals Video signals

**B

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

Notes

• Be sure to change the default setting of the GAME input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your PlayStation 3. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 113).

• You can also rename the GAME input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display panel. For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 55).

• This HDMI connection is an example. You can connect game to any HDMI inputs.

A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied)

* If you want to record, you must make this

connection (page 61).

Note

Be sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your VCR. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 113).

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Connecting an iPod, iPhone for video contents

iPod, iPhone

Connecting other equipment

Connections

Camcorder, video game

A Apple Composite AV cable

(not supplied)

A Audio/video cord (not supplied)

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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. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 21).

• 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.

• Analog video signals input to the receiver’s

VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals (page 20). Audio signals are not output from an HDMI OUT jack while the image is converted.

• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio

(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), x.v.Color (x.v.Colour), 4K and 3D transmission.

• To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible

TV and video equipment (Blu-ray 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.

• To enjoy 4K images, connect 4K-compatible

TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, and then play back a 4K-compatible content.

• HDMI IN 4, IN 6 supports 4K transmission.

• HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4 can be shown in

preview window.

Notes on HDMI connections

• The audio and video signals of HDMI input are not output from the HDMI OUT jack while the GUI menu is displayed.

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

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed. Check the 3D image formats supported by the receiver (page 134).

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

When connecting cords

• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 4K 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. Connect a separate audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 92) when the sound is not output correctly.

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

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4b: Connecting the audio equipment

Connecting a Super Audio CD player, CD player

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

Super Audio CD player with

HDMI jack

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

B Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes

• When you play Super Audio CD player, connect the player to HDMI jack or SA-CD/CD jack.

• When you play a CD player with OPTICAL or COAXIAL jacks, assign input to OPTICAL or COAXIAL.

• No sound is output when playing a Super Audio CD player connected to OPTICAL or COAXIAL jacks.

Tip

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

Connections

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

Super Audio CD player,

CD player without HDMI jack

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Connecting an iPod, iPhone, USB device

iPod, iPhone,

USB device

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

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

FM wire antenna (aerial)

(supplied)

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

A USB cable (not supplied)

Notes

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment.

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

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

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6: Connecting to the network

If you have an Internet connection, you can connect this receiver to the Internet as well. You can connect through a wireless or a wired LAN connection.

System requirements

The following system environment is required to use the network function of the receiver.

A Broadband line connection

A Broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to listen to Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) and to update the software of the receiver.

Modem

This is the device that is connected to the broadband line to communicate with the Internet. Some of these devices are integrated with the router.

LAN cable (CAT5) (For a wired LAN connection only)

• We recommend that you use this type of cable for a wired LAN. Some flat-type LAN cables are easily affected by noise. We recommend that you use normal-type cables.

• If the receiver is used in an environment in which there is power supply noise from electric products or in a noisy network environment, use a shielded-type LAN cable.

Server

A server is a device which delivers content (music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device on a home network. A device that can be used as a server (a computer, etc.) must be connected to your wireless or wired LAN home network*.

* For details on servers which are compatible with

this receiver, see page 70.

Connections

Router

• Use a router compatible with 100 Mbps or greater transmission speeds to enjoy content on your home network.

• We recommend that you use a router equipped with the built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server. This function automatically assigns IP addresses on the LAN.

• Use a wireless LAN router/access point if you want to use a wireless LAN connection.

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Configuration example

The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver and a server. We recommend that you connect the server to the router with a wired connection.

Internet Modem

Router

LAN cable

(not supplied)

LAN cable (not supplied)

Server

A For a wired LAN connection only. B For a wireless LAN connection only.

Be sure to use a wireless LAN router/access point.

Note

An audio playback on a server may occasionally be interrupted when you use a wireless connection.

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Preparing the Receiver

Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet.

AC IN terminal

To the wall outlet

AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied)

A several space is left between the plug and the rear panel even when the power cord (mains lead) is inserted firmly. The cord is supposed be connected this way. This is not malfunction.

Turning on the receiver

?/1

Preparing the Receiver

Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

You can also turn on the receiver using ?/1 on the remote control. When you turn off the receiver, press ?/1 again. “STANDBY” flashes on the display window. Do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) while “STANDBY” is flashing. This may cause a malfunction.

Note

When the receiver is in standby mode, the ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights up in amber.

To save the power in standby mode

Set “Ctrl for HDMI” (page 103), “Pass Through” (page 103), “Network Standby” (page 106) and “BT Standby” (page 107) to “OFF”, and turn off the power for zone 2. If “Ctrl for HDMI” (page 103), “Pass Through” (page 103), “Network Standby” (page 106), or “BT Standby” (page 107) is set to “ON”, or the power for zone 2 is turned on, the lamp above ?/1 lights up in amber.

Note

The top of the receiver may become hot while the receiver is in standby mode. This condition occurs because current is flowing in the internal circuits of the receiver. This is not a malfunction.

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Performing initial setup operations (clearing all memorized settings)

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 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

The “CLEARING” appears on the display panel for a while, then changes to “CLEARED !”. Changes or adjustments made to the settings are now reset to the defaults.

Setting the speakers

Selecting the speaker pattern

Select the speaker pattern according to the speaker system which you are using.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“SP Pattern”, then press or b.

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the speaker pattern you want, then press .

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

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Setting the surround back speakers

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

You can switch the usage of the speaker(s) connected to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals in accordance with the intended use.

Notes

• This setting is only available if the “SP Pattern” is

set to a setting without surround back and front high speakers.

• Be sure to set the “SB Assign” before you perform

Auto Calibration.

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“SB Assign”, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

• Speaker B: If you connect an additional

front speaker system to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals, select “Speaker B”.

• BI-AMP: If you connect front speakers

to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/ FRONT B terminals using a biamplifier connection, select “BI-AMP”.

• OFF: If you connect surround back or

front high speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals, select “OFF”.

Selecting the front speaker

You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.

SPEAKERS

Press SPEAKERS repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to drive.

You can confirm the selected speakers terminals by checking the indicator on the display panel.

Indicators Selected speakers

SP A The speaker connected to the

SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals.

SP B* The speaker connected to the

SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals.

SP A B* The speaker connected to both the

SPEAKERS FRONT A and SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals (parallel connection).

“SPK OFF” appears on the display panel. No audio signals are output from any speaker terminals.

* To select “SP B” or “SP A B”, set the “SB Assign”

to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 43).

Note

This setting is not available when headphones are connected.

Preparing the Receiver

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Using AUTO CALIBRATION

This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function 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 speaker size.

• Measure the frequency characteristics

(EQ).

• Measure the frequency characteristics

The measurement result is not utilized when “A. DIRECT” is selected.

The measurement result is not utilized when Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

(Phase).

1)2)

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 “Test Tone” (page 100).

• Make sure the speaker output is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 43).

• Make sure that you are not using PARTY STREAMING function (page 78).

• Disconnect the headphones.

• 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 shut off automatically.

• The correct measurements may not be able to take

or Auto Calibration cannot be performed when special speakers, such as dipole speakers are used.

Setting up the Auto Calibration

Optimizer microphone

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items.

• Set up and connect the speakers (page 22,

24).

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

• Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use bi-amplifier connection (page 94).

• Set the “SB Assign” to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use speakers front B connection (page 43).

Example of using surround back speakers

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1 Select the speaker pattern

(page 42).

If you connect front high speakers, select the speaker pattern that has front high speakers (5/x.x or 4/x.x) each time you perform Auto Calibration. Otherwise, the characteristics of the front high speakers cannot be measured.

Performing Auto Calibration

?/1

SHIFT

Preparing the Receiver

2 Connect the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

3 Set up the optimizer

microphone.

Place the optimizer microphone at your seating position. Use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears.

Confirm active subwoofer setup

• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the subwoofer and turn up the volume prior to activating the subwoofer. Turn the LEVEL to just before the mid-point.

• If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to maximum.

• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated).

Note

Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer you are using, the setup distance value may be different from the actual position.

Input buttons

AUTO

CAL

V/v/B/b,

MUTING

MASTER VOL +/–

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto Cal.”, then press or b.

4 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Start”, then press .

5 Press to select “START”. 6 The measurement starts in five

seconds.

The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds with a test tone. When the measurement ends, a beep sounds and the screen switches.

Note

If an error code appears on the screen, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 48).

7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the item you want, then press

Retry: Performs the Auto Calibration again.

Save: Save the measurement results and exits the setting process.

Warning: Displays warning related to the measurement results. See “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 48).

Exit:

Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results.

8 Save the measurement result.

Select “Save” in step 7.

Notes

• The A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function is activated after you save the measurement result.

• The A.P.M. function does not work in the following cases. – The calibration type is set to “Off” when

using the “Cal. Type” Auto Calibration (page 47).

– When Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD signals

with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

9 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Cal. Type”, then press .

Full Flat:

Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat.

Engineer:

Sets to “the Sony listening room standard” frequency characteristics.

Front Reference:

Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.

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Off: Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level and the A.P.M. function to off.

Checking the Auto Calibration results

Tip

You can select the calibration type after you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the settings.

10Disconnect 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.

Tips

• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance Unit” in the Speaker settings menu (page 101).

• The size of a speaker (“Large”/“Small”) is determined by the low frequency characteristics. The measurement results may vary, depending on the position of the optimizer microphone and speakers, and the shape of the room. It is recommended that you apply the measurement results. However, you can change those settings in the Speaker Settings menu. Save the measurement results first, then try to change the settings.

To cancel Auto Calibration

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

or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver. – Press MUTING. – Press SPEAKERS on the receiver. – Change the volume level. – Connect the headphones. – Press SHIFT, then press AUTO CAL.

To check error code or warning message obtained in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 45), proceed with the following steps.

Press V/v to select “Warning” in step 7 in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 46) then press

If a warning message appears, check the message and use the receiver without change. Or if necessary, perform Auto Calibration again.

When “Error Code” appears

Check the error and perform Auto Calibration again.

1 Press to select “ENTER”.

“RETRY ?” appears on the TV screen.

2 Press B/b to select “YES”, then press

3 Repeat steps 6 to 10 in “Performing

Auto Calibration” (page 45).

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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement

Display and explanation

Error Code 31

The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set to other speaker

settings and perform the Auto Calibration again.

Error Code 32

Error Code 33

Speakers were not detected or not connected

properly.

• 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.

• Surround back speakers or front high speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not connected. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SPEAKERS SURROUND terminals.

• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B R terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B L terminals.

• Either the front left high or front right high speaker is not connected.

The optimizer microphone is not connected. 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.

Warning 40

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

Warning 41 Warning 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.

Warning 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 Warning

There is no warning information.

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.

Configuring the network settings of the receiver

The network settings for the receiver must be set correctly to use the Home Network, SEN, AirPlay, and PARTY STREAMING functions.

Using a wireless LAN connection

There are several connecting methods you can use to set up a wireless network: searching for an access point, using a WPS connecting method (either the push-button method or the PIN code method), or manual setting.

Notes

• Make sure not to use the wireless LAN function where medical equipment (such as a pacemaker) is used or where the use of wireless communication is prohibited.

• Before connecting to your home network, you need to prepare a wireless LAN router/access point. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the device.

• Depending on your home network environment, the wireless LAN router/access point may have been set up such that it cannot be connected using WPS, even though it is compatible with WPS. For details on whether your wireless LAN router/ access point is compatible or not compatible with WPS, and on the setup of a WPS connection, refer to the operating instructions of your wireless LAN router/access point.

• You may encounter setup difficulties if the receiver and the wireless LAN router/access point are located too far from each other. If you do, move the devices closer to each other.

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Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)

You can set up a wireless network by searching for an access point. To set up the network using this connection method, you will be required to select or enter the following information. Check the following information in advance, and record it in the space provided below.

The network name (SSID*1) that identifies your network needed in step 7.)

If your wireless home network is secured by encryption, the security key (WEP key, WPA/WPA2 key) for your network

8.)

SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular access point.

This information should be available from a label on your wireless LAN router/access point, from the operating instructions, from the person who set up your wireless network, or from the information provided by your Internet service provider.

DISPLAY

. (This will be needed in step

. (This will be

V/v/B/b,

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Settings”, then press .

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Wireless LAN Settings”, then press .

If “Change Setting?” appears on the TV screen, select “OK”, then press .

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Access Point Scan”, then press .

The receiver starts searching for access points, and displays a list of up to 30 available network name (SSID).

7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the network name (SSID) you want, then press .

The security setting display appears on the TV screen.

8 Enter the security key (WEP

key, WPA/WPA2 key), then press .

By default, the security key appears as “*****”. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to encrypt and disclose the security key. “IP Settings” appears on the TV screen.

Preparing the Receiver

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

9 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto”, then press .

The proxy setting display appears on the TV screen.

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When using a fixed IP address

Select “Manual”, then press . The IP address input display appears on the TV screen. Press SHIFT, then press numeric button to enter the value for “IP Address”, and then press . Then, enter the value for “Subnet Mask”, “Default Gateway”, “Primary DNS” and “Secondary DNS”. The proxy setting display appears on the TV screen.

10Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Do Not Use”, then press .

The confirmation display appears on the TV screen.

When using a proxy server

Select “Use”, then press . The proxy address input display appears on the TV screen. Press SHIFT, then press numeric/text button to enter the value for “Proxy Address”, and then press . Then, enter the value for “Port Number”. The confirmation display appears on the TV screen.

11Press V/v repeatedly to select

“OK”, then press .

“Connecting” flashes on the TV screen. “Complete!” appears after the network settings are completed and “ ” lights up on the display panel. To return to the Network Settings menu, press . (Depending on the network environment, the network settings may take some time.)

12Perform the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server, you need to set up your server (page 70).

Tip

When checking the network settings, see “To check the network information” (page 104).

If you cannot find the network name (SSID) you want (manual setup method)

You can input the network name (SSID) you want manually if it does not appear on the list.

1 Select “Manual Registration” in step 6 in

“Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)” (page 49).

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Direct

Input”, then press .

3 Enter the network name (SSID), then press

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the security

setting you want, then press .

5 Follow steps 8 to 12 in “Searching for an

access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)” (page 49).

Setting up a wireless network using an access point compliant with WPS

You can easily set up a wireless network using an access point compliant with WPS. The WPS setting can be made using either the push-button configuration method or the PIN (Personal Identification Number) code method.

What is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)?

WPS is a standard created by the Wi-Fi Alliance allowing you to setup a wireless network easily and securely.

Note

If your network has not been secured by encryption (using the security key), the security setting display does not appear in step 8.

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Setting up a wireless network using the WPS push button configuration method

You can easily set up a WPS wireless connection with one push of the designated button.

1 Select “WPS Push” in step 6 in “Searching

for an access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)” (page 49).

2 Follow the on-screen directions, and press

the WPS button on the access point. Message: Push WPS button on access point within 2 min

WPS button on the wireless LAN router/access point

“Complete!” appears after the network settings are complete and “ ” lights up on the display panel. To return to the Network Settings menu, press . (Depending on the network environment, the network settings may take some time.)

3 Perform the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server, you need to set up your server (page 70).

Tip

When checking the network settings, see “To check the network information” (page 104).

Setting up a wireless network using the WPS PIN code method

If the access point supports the WPS PIN (Personal Identification Number) code connection, you can set up a WPS wireless connection by entering the receiver’s PIN code into the wireless LAN router/access point.

1 Select “Manual Registration” in step 6 in

“Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)” (page 49).

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “WPS PIN”,

then press . The available SSID (access point) list appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the network

name (SSID) you want, then press . The PIN code (8 digits) of the receiver appears on the TV screen. Leave the PIN code displayed until the connection is complete. (A different PIN code is displayed each time you perform this operation.)

4 Input the receiver’s PIN code into the

wireless LAN router/access point. The receiver starts the network settings. “Complete!” appears after the network settings are complete and “ ” lights up on the display panel. To return to the Network Settings menu, press . (Depending on the network environment, the network settings may take some time.)

5 Perform the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server, you need to set up your server (page 70).

Tips

• When checking the network settings, see “To check the network information” (page 104).

• For details on entering the PIN code into the wireless LAN router/access point, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless LAN router/ access point.

Using a wired LAN connection

1 Select “Wired LAN Settings” in

step 5 in “Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network (Access Point Scan method)” (page 49).

“IP Settings” appears on the TV screen. If “Change Setting?” appears on the TV screen, select “OK”, then press .

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2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto”, then press .

The proxy setting display appears on the TV screen.

When using a fixed IP address

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Do Not Use”, then press .

The confirmation display appears on the TV screen.

When using a proxy server

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“OK”, then press .

“Connecting” appears on the TV screen. “Complete!” appears after the network settings are completed. To return to the Network Settings menu, press . (Depending on the network environment, the network settings may take some time.)

Tip

When checking the network settings, see “To check the network information” (page 104).

Guide to on-screen display operation

You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing V/v/B/b and on the remote control. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 53).

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

Using the menu

1 Switch the input of the TV so

that an image of the menu is displayed.

5 Perform the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server, you need to set up your server (page 70).

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2 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Depending on the TV, the GUI menu may take some time to appear on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

menu you want, then press or b to enter the menu.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen. Example: When you select “ Input”.

To turn “GUI MODE” on and off

Press GUI MODE. “GUI ON” or “GUI OFF” appears on the display panel, depending on the mode selected.

Overview of the main menus

Menu icon Description

Input Selects the input source

equipment connected to the receiver (page 54).

Music Selects the music from the

server on the Home Network (page 74), SEN (page 76), AirPlay (page 80), iPod/ iPhone (page 57), USB device (page 60) or Bluetooth (page 84).

Video Selects the video from

iPod/iPhone (page 57).

FM/AM Selects the built-in FM/AM

radio (page 62).

Settings Adjusts the settings of the

receiver (page 98).

Using the option menus

Preparing the Receiver

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the menu item you want to adjust, then press to enter the menu item.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select

the parameter you want.

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

When you press TOOLS/OPTIONS, the option menus for the selected main menu are displayed. You can select a related function without reselecting the menu.

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

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2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

menu you want, then press or b to enter the menu.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen. Example: When you select “

Input”.

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

the menu item list is displayed.

The option menu appears.

Basic Operations

Playing an input source equipment

?/1

Input buttons

SOUND FIELD +/–

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the option menu item you want, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

To exit the option menu

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

MUTING

Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

MASTER VOL +/–

2 Select “ Input”, then press

or b.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen.

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3 Select the equipment you want,

then press .

The menu screen disappears and the playback screen of the external input appears. The input that can be selected:

• BD: Blu-ray Disc player, etc.,

connected to the BD jack.

• DVD: DVD player, etc., connected to

the DVD jack.

• GAME: PlayStation 3, etc., connected

to the GAME jack.

• SAT/CATV: Satellite tuner, etc.,

connected to the SAT/CATV jack.

• VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2: VCR, etc.,

connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack.

• TV: TV connected to the TV jack.

• SA-CD/CD: Super Audio CD or CD

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

4 Turn on the equipment and

start playback.

5 Press MASTER VOL +/– to

adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to

enjoy the surround sound.

You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.) or MUSIC on the receiver. For details, see page 65.

Tips

• You can turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver or press input buttons on the remote control to select the equipment you want.

• You can adjust the volume differently using the MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or the MASTER VOL +/– button on the remote control. To turn the volume up or down quickly – Turn the knob quickly. – Press and hold the button. To make fine adjustment – Turn the knob slowly. – Press the button and release it immediately.

To activate the muting function

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

• Press MUTING again.

• Change 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.

Naming the input (Name Input)

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it. It is more recognizable having the equipment named on the display than the jacks.

1 Select the input you want to

name from “

Input” screen.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Name Input”, then

press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

character, then press b.

You can move the input position backward and forward by pressing B/b.

5 Repeat step 4 to input a

character one by one, then press .

The name you entered is registered.

Note

Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen cannot be displayed on the display panel.

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Playing an iPod/iPhone

You can enjoy music/video contents from the iPod/iPhone by connecting it to the iPod/iPhone ( (USB) port and VIDEO IN jack) on the receiver. For details on connecting the iPod/iPhone, see page 35, 38.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models

You can use the following iPod/iPhone models on this receiver. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using it.

iPod touch

4th generation

iPod nano

6th generation

iPod nano

2nd generation

(aluminum)

iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G

iPod touch

3rd generation

iPod nano

5th generation

(video camera)

iPod classic

iPod touch

2nd generation

iPod nano

4th generation

(video)

iPhone 4S

iPod touch

1st generation

iPod nano

3rd generation

(video)

iPhone 4

Notes

• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using an iPod/iPhone connected to this receiver.

• This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet Apple performance standards.

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Selecting the iPod/iPhone control mode

You can select the iPod/iPhone control mode using the GUI menu or iPhone CTRL on the remote control. You can use the GUI menu to browse contents on the iPod/iPhone. You can also control all operations by viewing the information on the display panel when “GUI MODE” is turned off.

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

iPhone CTRL

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music” or

“

Video”, then press or

When the iPod or iPhone is connected, “iPod/iPhone” appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then

press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

4 Select “System GUI” or “iPod”,

then press .

Operating the iPod/iPhone using “System GUI” mode

1 Make sure that “System GUI” is

selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPod/iPhone control mode” (page 57).

2 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then

press .

3 Select the content you want

from the content list, then press

The selected content starts playback and the information of music/video contents appears on the TV screen.

Note

The video signals from iPod/iPhone are up converted on this receiver and then viewed on your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 20).

To select the playback mode

You can change the playback mode using the TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.

• Repeat: Off / One / All

• Shuffle: Off / Songs / Albums

• Audiobooks: Slower / Normal / Faster

Operating the iPod/iPhone using “iPod” mode

1 Make sure that “iPod” is

selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPod/iPhone control mode” (page 57).

Basic Operations

2 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then

press .

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3 Select the content you want

using iPod/iPhone menu.

For details on operating the iPod/iPhone, refer to the operating instructions supplied with iPod/iPhone.

To operate the iPod/iPhone using the remote control

SHIFT

USB

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/

EXIT O

B•/•

iPhone

CTRL

./>, REPEAT, SHUFFLE

m/M

Press USB before you use the following buttons.

Press Operation

N Starts play. X, x Pauses play. m/M Fast reverses or forwards. ./> Goes to the previous/next track.

b* Skips to the previous/next album.

B•/•

, b Enters the selected item.

MENU, RETURN/ EXIT O, B

V/v Selects the previous/next item. REPEAT** Enters repeat mode. SHUFFLE** Enters shuffle mode. iPhone CTRL Selects the iPod/iPhone control

* This button only functions when operating the

iPod/iPhone using “iPod” mode (page 57).

**Press SHIFT, then press this button.

Returns to previous display/ folder hierarchy.

mode.

Notes on iPod/iPhone

• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the receiver while the receiver is turned on.

• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/ iPhone from this receiver.

• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the iPod/ iPhone.

iPod/iPhone message list

Message and explanation Reading

The receiver is recognizing and reading information of the iPod or iPhone.

The receiver is loading information of the iPod or iPhone.

No Support

An unsupported iPod or iPhone is connected.

No Device

No iPod or iPhone is connected.

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Message and explanation No Music/No Video

No music or video was found.

HP No Support

No sound is output from the headphones when iPod or iPhone is connected.

Playing a USB device

You can enjoy music from the USB device by connecting it to the (USB) port on the receiver. For details on connecting a USB device, see “Connecting an iPod, iPhone, USB device” (page 38). The music file formats that can be played back by this receiver are as follows:

File format Extensions

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III)

AAC* “.m4a”, “.3gp”, “.mp4” WMA9 Standard* “.wma”

* The receiver does not play files encoded with

DRM.

Compatible USB devices

You can use the following Sony USB devices on this receiver. Other USB devices cannot be used on this receiver.

Verified Sony USB device

Product name Model name

Walkman

“.mp3”

NWZ-S754 / S755 NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455 NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355 NWZ-B133 / B135 / B133F /

B135F NWZ-B142 / B143 / B142F /

B143F NWD-E023F / E025F NWZ-E435F / E436F / E438F

Product name Model name

NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345 NWZ-S636F / S638F / S639F NWZ-S736F / S738F / S739F NWZ-A726 / A728 / A729 /

A726B / A728B NWZ-A826 / A828 / A829 NWZ-W202 NWZ-X1050 / X1060 NWZ-S744 / S745 NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445 NWZ-S543 / S544 / S545 NWZ-A844 / A845 / A846 /

A847 NWZ-W252 / W253 NWZ-B152 / B153 / B152F /

B153F

MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL / 8GL /

16GL USM1GLX / 2GLX / 4GLX /

8GLX / 16GLX

Notes

• The receiver is unable to read data in NTFS format.

• The receiver is unable to read data other than that saved in the first partition of a hard disk drive.

• Do not use USB devices other than these USB devices. Operation of models not listed here is not guaranteed.

• Operation may not always be ensured even when using these USB devices.

• Some of these USB devices may not be available for purchase in certain areas.

• When formatting the above models, be sure to format using the model itself or the dedicated formatting software for that model.

• When connecting a USB device to the receiver, be sure to connect after the display “Creating Library” or “Creating Database” on the USB device has disappeared.

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Operating the USB device

To operate the USB device using the remote control

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/

OPTIONS

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music”, then press

or b.

When the USB device is connected, “USB” appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “USB”, then press . 4 Press N.

The information of music contents appear on the TV screen.

To select the playback mode

You can change the playback mode using the TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.

• Repeat: Off / One / All / Folder

SHIFT

USB

FOLDER

+/–

./>,

REPEAT

m/M

Press USB before you use the following buttons.

Press Operation

N Starts play. X Pauses play. x Stops play. m/M Fast reverses or forwards. ./> Goes to the previous/next file.

FOLDER +/– Goes to the previous/next folder. REPEAT* Enters repeat mode.

* Press SHIFT, then press this button.

Notes on the USB device

• Do not remove the USB device during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB device, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the USB device.

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• When USB cable connection is necessary, connect the USB cable supplied with the USB device to be connected. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the USB device to be connected for details on the operation method.

• Do not connect the receiver and the USB device through a USB hub.

• When the USB device is connected, “Reading” appears.

• It may take about 10 seconds before “Reading” appears depending on the type of USB device connected.

• When the USB device is connected, the receiver reads all the files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the USB device.

• The receiver can recognize up to – 100 folders (including “ROOT” folder). – 100 audio files for each folder. – 8 folder levels (tree structure of files,

including “ROOT” folder). The maximum number of audio files and folders may vary depending on the file and folder structure. Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on a USB device.

• Compatibility with all encoding/writing softwares, recording devices, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible USB device may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all.

• Some time may be needed to start playback when: – the folder structure is complex. – the memory capacity is excessive.

• This receiver does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device.

• The playback order for the receiver may differ from the playback order of the connected USB device.

• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.

• When playing a very long track, some operations may cause playback delay.

USB message list

Message and explanation Reading

The receiver is recognizing and reading information of the USB device.

Device Error

The memory of the USB device could not be recognized (page 59).

No Support

An unsupported USB device is connected, an unknown device is connected, or the USB device is connected through a USB hub (page 59).

No Device

No USB device is connected or the connected USB device is not recognized.

No Track

No track was found.

Recording using the receiver

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

1 Prepare the source for playing.

Press the input button to select the source. For example, press SAT/CATV. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Prepare the recording

equipment.

Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording equipment (connected to VIDEO 1 OUT jacks).

3 Start recording on the

recording equipment, then start the playback equipment.

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Notes

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

• Audio and video input signals via HDMI IN, COMPONENT VIDEO IN and DIGITAL IN jacks cannot be recorded.

• While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. In this case, set the “Auto Standby” to “OFF” (page 108).

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, be sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 38).

Tip

The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.

Area FM AM

USA, Canada 100 kHz 10 kHz*

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 63).

SHIFT

Numeric buttons

V/v/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

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2 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from

the menu, then press or b.

The FM or AM menu list appears on the TV screen.

FM AM

Tip

Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to an AM station.

3 Press .

Tuning to a station automatically (Auto Tuning)

1 Select “Auto Tuning”, then

press or b.

2 Press V/v.

Press V to scan from lower to higher frequency stations, press v to scan from higher to lower stations. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.

In case of poor FM stereo reception

1 Tune in the station you want to listen to

using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning (page 63), or select the preset station you want (page 64).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. 3 Select “FM Mode”, then press or b. 4 Select “MONO”, then press .

Tuning to a station directly (Direct Tuning)

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

1 Select “Direct Tuning”, then

press or b.

2 Press SHIFT, then press

numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

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

* Press 0 for Mexico model only.

If you cannot tune to a station

“– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears and then the screen returns to the current frequency. Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat step 2. If you still cannot tune to a station, the frequency may not be in use in your area.

Changing the AM tuning scale

You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver.

?/1

INPUT MODE

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down INPUT

MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver.

The current AM tuning scale is changed to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz). To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure above.

Notes

• Depending on the settings, the receiver may take some time to change the AM tuning scale.

• All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale.

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Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning)

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

Tuning to preset stations

1 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from

the menu, then press or b.

FM AM

2 Select the preset station you

want, then press .

Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Tune to the station that you

want to preset using Auto Tuning (page 63) or Direct Tuning (page 63).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Memory”, then press

or b.

4 Select a preset number, then

press .

The station is stored as the selected preset number.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store

another station.

You can store station as follows:

• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30

• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30

Naming preset stations (Name Input)

1 On “ FM” or “ AM” screen,

FM AM

select the preset number which you want to name.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Name Input”, then

press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

character, then press b.

You can move the input position backward and forward by pressing B/b.

5 Repeat step 4 to input a

character one by one, then press .

The name you entered is registered.

To cancel naming input

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Note

Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen cannot be displayed on the display panel.

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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.

SOUND FIELD +/–

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

You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.) or MUSIC 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.

2CH mode Effect

2CH ST. (2ch Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is

no sound from the subwoofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

A. DIRECT (Analog Direct) You can switch the audio of the selected input to 2 channel analog input. This

function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources. When using this function, only the volume and front speaker level can be adjusted.

Note

You cannot select “A. DIRECT” when you select BD, DVD, GAME, USB, AirPlay, HOME NETWORK and SEN as input.

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

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

A.F.D. mode Effect

A.F.D. AUTO (A.F.D. Auto) Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround

effects. However, for USA and Canada models, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.

MULTI ST. (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. However, sound may not

be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.

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Movie 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 movie theaters into your home.

Sound field Effect

HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is Sony’s new innovative home theater

PLII MV (PLII Movie) Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for

PLIIx MV (PLIIx Movie) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands

PLIIz (PLIIz Height) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting can expand a source

NEO6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema) Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel

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. You can select the effect type for HD-D.C.S. For details, see “Surround Settings” (page 101).

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

Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 7.1 movie channels.

sound from a 5.1 channel to a 7.1 channel to which a vertical equipment is applied, and gives a dimension of presence and depth.

format is decoded into 7 channels.

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.

Sound field Effect

BERLIN (Berlin P.Hall) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Berlin Philharmonic Hall.

Note

“BERLIN PHILHARMONIC HALL” scrolls across the display panel when you select this sound field for the first time.

JAZZ (Jazz Club) Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. CONCERT (Live Concert) Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house. STADIUM (Stadium) Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. SPORTS (Sports) Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting. P. AUDIO (Portable Audio) Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device.

PLII MS (PLII Music) Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for

PLIIx MS (PLIIx Music) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for

This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music.

normal stereo sources such as CDs.

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Sound field Effect

PLIIz (PLIIz Height) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting can expand a source

sound from a 5.1 channel to a 7.1 channel to which a vertical equipment is applied, and gives a dimension of presence and depth.

NEO6 MUS (Neo:6 Music) Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel

format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

When headphones are connected

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

Sound field Effect

HP 2CH (HP (2CH)) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except

“A. DIRECT”). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.

HP DIRECT (HP (Direct)) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “A. DIRECT”

is selected. Outputs the analog signals without processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.

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If you connect a subwoofer

This receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel signal. However, the low frequency signal is not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” when all speakers are set to “Large”. In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the subwoofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.

• When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large” in the Speaker Settings menu. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if – the digital input signal contains LFE

signals.

– the front or surround speakers are set to

“Small”.

– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,

“PLIIx MV”, “PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “P. AUDIO” is selected.

Notes on sound fields

• Depending on the speaker pattern settings, some sound fields may not be available.

• You cannot select PLIIx MV/MS and PLIIz at the same time. – PLIIx MV/MS is available only when the

speaker pattern is set to a setting with surround back speaker(s).

– PLIIz is available only when the speaker

pattern is set to a setting with front high speakers.

• The sound fields for music and movie do not work in the following cases. – DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High

Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– “A. DIRECT” is selected.

• “PLII MV”, “PLIIx MV”, “PLII MS”, “PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”, “NEO6 CIN” and “NEO6 MUS” do not work when the speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or 2/0.1.

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

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

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Using the Sound Optimizer function

The Sound Optimizer lets you enjoy clear and dynamic sound at low volume levels. It automatically calibrates the sound which cannot be heard well when you turn down the volume level. After Auto Calibration is performed, the sound level is optimized to suit your environment.

SOUND OPTIMIZER

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down MUSIC and

SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF), press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

Resetting sound fields to the default settings

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

Press SOUND OPTIMIZER to select “S. OPT. ON”.

The Sound Optimizer function is activated. The Sound Optimizer is set to on and off as you press SOUND OPTIMIZER.

Note

This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is being used.

Settings Lock

Lets you lock the settings of the receiver. You can only turn this function on or off by performing the following procedure.

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)

?/1

MUSIC

?/1

MUSIC

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down MUSIC,

press ?/1.

“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display panel and all sound fields are reset to their default setting.

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Using Network Features

Setting up the server

About the network functions of the receiver

• You can enjoy audio content which has been stored on a DLNA-compliant device (DLNA CERTIFIED™ Products) that has an authorized DLNA logo displayed on the device (page 74).

• You can use the receiver as a device equivalent to a UPnP media renderer on your home network.

• With an Internet connection, you can listen to music services (page 76) and update the software of the receiver.

• You can listen to the same music at the same time in different rooms through the PARTY STREAMING function.

• You can register Media Remote devices to control the receiver.

• You can playback audio content on iOS devices or an iTunes Library with AirPlay.

About DLNA

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard organization made up of manufacturers of various products, such as servers (computers, etc.), AV equipment, and mobile computing devices which exchange content (music, photos, and videos). DLNA decides upon standards and publishes an authorized logo to be displayed on devices which support DLNA standards.

To listen to audio content stored on your server with this receiver, you need to set up the server in advance. The following server devices are compatible with this receiver.

• Sony VAIO Media plus 1.3, 1.4, 2.0, and 2.1

• Sony HDD Network Audio System NAS-S500HDE*, NAS-S55HDE*

• Sony Network AV receiver STR-DA6400ES*, TA-DA5600ES*

• Microsoft Windows Media Player 12 installed on Windows 7 (page 70)

• Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 installed on Windows Vista/Windows XP (page 72)

* Not available in some countries or regions.

If the server has a function that limits access from other devices, you must change the setting on the server to allow the receiver to access it. This section explains how to set up Windows Media Player when using it as a server. For details on the settings of other server devices, refer to the operating instructions or help of the respective devices or applications.

Note

The items displayed on the computer may be different from the ones shown below, depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to Help for your operating system.

When using Windows 7

This section explains how to set up manufacturer-installed Windows Media Player 12 for Windows 7. For details on how to operate Windows Media Player 12, refer to Help for Windows Media Player 12.

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1 Go to [Start] – [Control Panel].

5 Follow the instructions that

appear on the display according to the environment in which the receiver is used.

When the settings are completed, confirm that the item under [View your active networks] is changed to [Home network] or [Work network] in the [Network and Sharing Center] window.

2 Select [View network status

and tasks] under [Network and Internet].

The [Network and Sharing Center] window appears.

Tip

If the item you want does not appear on the display, try to change the display type of the Control Panel.

3 Select [Public network] under

[View your active networks]. If the display shows other than [Public Network], go to step 6.

The [Set Network Location] window appears.

6 Select [Change advanced

sharing settings].

7 Select [Choose media

streaming options…] from [Media streaming].

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4 Select [Home network] or

[Work network] according to the environment in which the receiver is used.

8 If [Media streaming is not

turned on] appears on the [Media streaming options] window, select [Turn on media streaming].

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9 Select [Allow all].

The [Allow All Media Devices] window opens. If all the devices in the local network are set to [Allowed], select [OK] and close the window.

1 Go to [Start] – [All Programs].

2 Select [Windows Media Player].

Windows Media Player 11 starts up.

10Select [Allow all computers and

media devices].

11Select [OK] to close the

window.

12Refresh the server list.

After you finish setting up Windows Media Player 12, refresh the server list of the receiver and select this server from the server list. For details on selecting a server, see “To refresh the server list” (page 73).

When using Windows Vista/XP

This section explains how to set up Windows Media Player 11 installed on Windows Vista/

XP For details on how to operate Windows Media Player 11, refer to Help for Windows Media Player 11.

* Windows Media Player 11 is not manufacturer-

installed on Windows XP. Access the Microsoft website, download the installer, and then install Windows Media Player 11 on your computer.

3 Select [Media Sharing…] from

the [Library] menu.

If you are using Windows XP, go to step

4 When is displayed, select

[Networking…].

The [Network and Sharing Center] window appears.

5 Select [Customize].

The [Set Network Location] window appears.

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6 Check [Private] and select

[Next].

7 Confirm that [Location type] is

changed to [Private], and select [Close].

8 Confirm that [(Private network)]

is displayed on the [Network and Sharing Center] window, and close the window.

9 If [Share my media] in the

[Media Sharing] window that is displayed in step 3 is not checked, check [Share my media], then select [OK].

A list of connectable devices is displayed.

10Select [Settings…] that appears

beside [Share my media to:].

11Check [Allow new devices and

computers automatically] and select [OK].

Note

Uncheck this item after you confirm that the receiver can be connected to the server and play audio content stored on the server.

12Refresh the server list.

After you finish setting up Windows Media Player 11, refresh the server list of the receiver and select this server from the server list. For details on selecting a server, see “To refresh the server list” (page 73).

To refresh the server list

When you add a new server to the home network, or when you cannot find the server you want on the list, refresh the server list.

1 While the server list is displayed, press

TOOLS/OPTIONS.

2 Select “Refresh”, then press .

The refreshed server list appears.

Tip

The receiver keeps a history of the last five connected servers and these servers appear at the top of the server list. Up to 20 servers can be displayed in a server list.

To delete a server from the server list

While the server list is displayed, select

the server you want to delete, then press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

2 Select “Delete”, then press .

The confirmation display appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “OK”, then press .

“Complete!” appears, and the selected server is deleted.

Note

Even if you delete the server from the server list, the server will appear in the list again if the receiver finds it on the network (such as when you refresh the server list).

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stored on the server

You can play back audio content stored on the server using the receiver in MP3, Linear PCM, WMA and AAC* formats. Audio content with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright protection cannot be played on this receiver.

* The receiver can play AAC files with the extension

of “.m4a”, “.mp4” or “.3gp” only.

Server

This receiver

SHIFT

HOME NETWORK

ALPHABE SEARCH

DISPLAY

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music”, then press

or b.

3 Select “HOME NETWORK”,

then press or b.

The server list appears on the TV screen. If the last selected item (playlist, album, folder, etc.) appears on the TV screen, press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until the server list appears. When “No Server” appears, or when the server on the list is not available, press TOOLS/OPTIONS. Select “Refresh”, then press . The refreshed server list appears.

Tip

You can also use HOME NETWORK button on the remote control to select the Home Network function directly.

4 Select the server which holds

the content you want to play back.

The content list appears on the TV screen.

Note

If the server device supports the Wake-on-LAN standard, the receiver turns the server on automatically. If the server does not support the Wake-on-LAN standard, turn on the server in advance. For details on settings or operations of Wake-on-LAN of your server, refer to the operating instructions or help of your server.

5 Select the item (playlist, album,

folder, etc.) you want, then press .

If another item appears, repeat this step to narrow down the choices until the item you want appears. The items that are displayed depend on the connected server.

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6 Select the track you want, then

press .

Playback starts. Make sure that sound is being output from the speakers of the receiver.

Notes

• Tracks that the receiver cannot play appear on the TV screen as well. You cannot sort a list of playable tracks.

• “!” appears at the top of a track name that cannot be played on the receiver, and is skipped during playback.

• Play is not resumed from the last selected item if you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

• The receiver may take time to display items when browsing a folder that contains a large amount of audio content. In this case, use the Keyword Search (page 83).

Tips

• If you select a folder (such as an artist folder, genre folder, etc.), then press the N button, the receiver plays all items in the selected folder.

• The receiver resumes from the last selected item when the function is changed to Home Network function, until the receiver is turned off. When “Network Standby” is set to “On”, play resumes from the last selected item, even if you turned off the receiver.

To check the copyright protection

This receiver cannot play back files in WMA format with DRM copyright protection. If a WMA file cannot be played back on this receiver, check the property of that file on your computer to see whether the file is DRMcopyrighted. Open the folder or volume where the WMA file is stored and right-click the file to display the [Properties] window. If there is a [License] tab, the file is DRM-copyrighted and cannot be played back on this receiver.

To operate Home Network function using the remote control

To Do the following

Pause playback* Press X during playback.

Stop playback Press x. Go to beginning of

the current track, previous/next track

Reselect the item you want to play

Search the item you want using a keyword

Change the server While playback is stopped,

Select Repeat Play Press SHIFT, then press

Select Shuffle Play Press SHIFT, then press

* Depending on the server or track, pause playback

may not work when the Home Network function is selected.

Press N to resume playback.

Press ./> repeatedly.

Press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until the directory you want appears. Or press TOOLS/OPTIONS, select “Server List”, then select the item you want. To return to the playback display, press TOOLS/ OPTIONS and select “Now Playing”.

While selecting the contents in the server, press SHIFT, then press ALPHABET SEARCH, and then enter a keyword (page 83).

press TOOLS/OPTIONS. Select “Server List”, then press . Select the server you want, then press .

REPEAT repeatedly until or appears on the TV screen.

SHUFFLE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears on the TV screen.

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SHIFT

Entertainment Network (SEN)

You can listen to music services offered on the Internet with this receiver (SEN function). To use this function, the receiver must be connected to the network and the network must be connected to the Internet. For details, see “6: Connecting to the network” (page 39). Visit the website below for more information on the SEN:

http:// www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com

SEN

This receiver

Note

Before using music services, you may have to register your receiver depending on the service provider. For details on registration, visit the customer support site of the service provider.

Numeric buttons

ENT/MEM

ALPHABET SEARCH/ SEN

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

The following steps explain how to select “vTuner” as an example of music services offered on the Internet.

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music”, then press

or b.

3 Select “SEN”, then press or

The service provider list appears on the TV screen. If the receiver automatically displays the last selected service or station, press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until the service provider list appears.

Tip

You can also use SEN button on the remote control to select the SEN function directly.

4 Select “vTuner”, then press .

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5 Select the folder or station you

want, then press .

•Press V/v to select the item.

• Press to go to the next directory, or to listen to the station.

• Press RETURN/EXIT O to go to the previous directory.

Note

If “No Service” appears and you cannot obtain a service provider list, press TOOLS/OPTIONS and select “Refresh”.

Tip

The receiver displays the last selected service or station when the function is changed to SEN function, until the receiver is turned off. When “Network Standby” is set to “On”, the last selected service or station is displayed even if you turned off the receiver.

To operate SEN function using the remote control

To Do the following

Change the station or service

Use various functions while the receiver is selecting or playing a station or service

Select the service options

Search the item you want using a keyword

View the available information

Press RETURN/EXIT O to return to the service provider list, then select the service again. To return to the playback display again, press TOOLS/ OPTIONS and select “Now Playing”.

Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. The item displayed may vary according to the selected item or directory.

While selecting or playing the contents in the service, press TOOLS/OPTIONS. Select “Service Options”, then press

. The contents of the service option vary depending on the selected services.

While selecting the contents in the server, press SHIFT, then press ALPHABET SEARCH, and then enter a keyword (page 83).

Press DISPLAY repeatedly to view the artist name, album name, etc.

Presetting stations

You can store up to 20 stations as your favorite stations.

1 Select the station you want to

preset.

2 During reception, press SHIFT,

then press ENT/MEM.

The preset memory list appears.

3 Select a preset number, then

press .

4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store

another station.

To listen to the preset station

Select “ Music” from the menu, then

press or b.

2 Select “SEN”, then press or b.

The service provider list appears on the TV screen. If the receiver automatically displays the last selected station, press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until the service provider list appears.

3 Select “Preset”, then press .

“Preset” appears at the top of the service provider list.

4 Select the preset station you want, then

press .

Note

There may be some stations that cannot be preset, depending on the service providers. If you try to preset such a station, “Not Available” appears on the display.

Tip

Use the numeric buttons to select the preset station. Press SHIFT, then press the numeric button that corresponds to the preset number, then press to select the preset station directly.

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Enjoying a variety of music services

You can enjoy listening to the content of a variety of music services offered on the Internet. Visit the website below for more information on music services, how to enjoy services, and the registration code of the receiver.

http://munlimited.com/home

Checking the registration code

You may be required to enter the registration code of the receiver when you enjoy a new music service.

1 Select “ Music” from the menu, then

press or b.

2 Select “SEN”, then press or b.

3 Select “Registration Code”, then press

The registration code of the receiver appears.

Using the PARTY STREAMING function

Audio contents currently being played back on this receiver can be also played back on all devices corresponding to the PARTY STREAMING function on your home network at the same time. If you encountered an interruption when using a wireless connection, connect your receiver to the router with a wired connection. While PARTY streaming, a device called a “PARTY host” starts a PARTY and streams music, and a device called a “PARTY guest” joins a PARTY and receives music from the “PARTY host”. Before using the PARTY STREAMING function, make sure that “PARTY STREAMING” is set to “On” (page 105).

PARTY guest

PARTY host

PARTY guest

SHIFT

PARTY

You can enjoy the PARTY STREAMING function with other devices* that have this PARTY STREAMING logo shown below.

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* Available PARTY STREAMING-compliant

devices may differ depending on the countries or regions. For details on available devices, contact your nearest Sony dealers.

Starting a PARTY

You can start a PARTY so that other devices that support the PARTY STREAMING function can play the same music even though they are in different rooms.

1 Make sure the PARTY guest

devices are turned on and ready to join a PARTY.

2 Play the sound source you

want.

Audio content of all the sound sources on this receiver can be streamed.

Notes

• Only audio contents on this receiver can be streamed. During PARTY host, video signals are not output to the TV, and audio signals will downmix to 2 channel. In this case, you can only select “2CH ST.” as sound field.

• When you start a PARTY as PARTY host, you may face a time gap between the audio output and visual display in the following cases. – The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function

is used.

– The video output of the equipment is

connected to the TV and the audio output is connected to the digital or analog audio input jacks on the receiver.

• Sources with copyright protection may not be streamed.

3 Press SHIFT, then hold down

PARTY until “START PARTY” appears.

The receiver starts PARTY streaming as a PARTY host. You can also use PARTY on the receiver to start a party.

To close a PARTY

Press SHIFT, then hold down PARTY until “CLOSE PARTY” appears. You can also use PARTY on the receiver to close a party.

Joining a PARTY

The receiver can join a PARTY that has been started by another device so that you can enjoy the same audio content being played in a different room.

While the PARTY host device is having a PARTY, press SHIFT, then press PARTY.

“JOIN PARTY” appears, and the receiver joins the PARTY as a PARTY guest.

To leave a PARTY

Press SHIFT, then press PARTY. “LEAVE PARTY” appears, and the receiver leaves a PARTY.

Notes

• You cannot join a PARTY in the following cases: – you have a PARTY on this receiver. – you have already joined another PARTY.

• If you press PARTY when no PARTY is started, but a device complying with PARTY STREAMING function is playing, the device will be the PARTY host, and the receiver will join the PARTY as a PARTY guest.

• The PARTY guest device function automatically switches to HOME NETWORK when the device joins a PARTY. Even if the PARTY guest device leaves the PARTY, the function remains as HOME NETWORK.

Tip

If “Network Standby” is set to “On”, the receiver turns on and joins the PARTY automatically when the PARTY host device starts the PARTY.

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Streaming music from iTunes with AirPlay

Using a wireless network, you can play back audio content on iOS devices such as an iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or an iTunes Library on your PC with this receiver.

[iOS device]

iPhone/ iPod touch/ iPad

Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models

iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (2nd, 3rd or 4th generation), iPad, iPad2 with iOS 4.2 or later, and Mac or PC with iTunes

10.1 or later.

Notes

• Refer to “Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models” on this page for details on the supported versions of iOS or iTunes.

• Update iOS or iTunes to the latest version before using with the receiver.

• Refer to the operating instructions of your device for details on operating iOS devices, iTunes or AirPlay.

• You cannot use this receiver as a PARTY host while using the AirPlay function.

1 Tap/click on the icon at

bottom right of the iOS device screen or iTunes window.

[iTunes]

2 Select “STR-DA1800ES” on the

AirPlay menu of iTunes or your iOS device.

[iOS device]

[iTunes]

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3 Start playing back audio

content on an iOS device or on iTunes.

AirPlay is selected as a function of the receiver automatically.

Tip

If the playback does not start, perform the process again from step 1.

To confirm/edit the device name

See “To assign the device name” (page 106) for instructions on how to rename the device.

To control AirPlay playback

You can use the MASTER VOL +/–, N, X, x, ., and > buttons. Operation from the

receiver and the remote control is active only when the receiver is selected as the device for output. When you use iTunes, set an iOS device to accept control from this receiver and the remote control when you want to use this receiver and the remote control to operate an iOS device.

Tips

• The most recent control command to the receiver is given priority. The receiver starts playing back audio content of another device when it accepts control from that AirPlay-equipped device, even if this receiver is being used for AirPlay with the original device.

• The very loud sound may output from this receiver when you set the volume too loud using iOS devices or iTunes.

• For details on the use of iTunes, refer to the Help of iTunes.

• The volume level of iOS devices or iTunes may not be able to be linked with the volume level of this receiver.

Updating the software

By downloading the latest version of the software, you can take advantage of the newest functions. The receiver accesses the Sony server to update the software. If a new update is available, “[New Software] Perform Software Update.” appears on the TV screen and “UPDATE” appears on the display panel when you are connected to the Internet and using the Home Network or SEN function. Make sure that other equipment connected to the receiver is stopped before updating the software. For details on software update available, refer to the customer support site (page 132).

Notes

• Make sure not to turn off the receiver, disconnect the network cable or perform any operation on the receiver while the updating operation is in progress.

• If you try to update the software when the Sleep Timer is on, the Sleep Timer will turn off automatically.

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings”, then

press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “Network”, then press

or b.

4 Select “Software Update”, then

press .

5 Select “Update”, then press

The receiver starts checking the available software update.

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6 When “Found latest update.”

appears on the TV screen, press .

If the update is not available, “No update required.” appears.

7 Select “OK”, then press .

A message that confirms whether or not you agree to the terms of the software update appears. Confirm the message and also read the “END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SONY SOFTWARE” (page 138), then press .

8 Select “Agree”, then press .

The receiver starts to update the software and the GUI MODE is turned off automatically. The ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel flashes during the update. It may take a while (about 40 minutes at the longest) for the receiver to finish the update. The required time will depend on the amount of data in the updates, the line type of the network, the network communication environment, etc. “Complete!” appears after the software update is finished. Changes or adjustments made to the settings are now reset to the defaults.

Notes

If one of the below conditions appears, the software update has error. – The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in

quick succession. – “ERROR” appears on the display panel. – No indicator lights up on the display panel or

the ON/STANDBY indicator lights off. – The receiver does not finish the update after

40 minutes and “UPDATING” keep on

flashes on the display panel. Unplug the power cord, and then plug in the power cord again. The receiver will try to update the software. If the condition continues, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

To cancel the procedure

Select “Cancel” in step 7.

To go back to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O before the receiver starts the software update. You cannot go back to the previous screen when the update starts.

Network features message list

Network settings

Message and explanation Connection Fail

The receiver has failed to connect the network.

Input Error!

The entered values are incorrect or invalid.

Not in Use

An operation that is currently prohibited is being performed.

Not Supported

The access point device does not support the WPS-PIN code method.

Home Network

Message and explanation Cannot Connect

The receiver cannot be connected to the selected server.

Cannot Get Info

The receiver cannot retrieve information on the server or contents.

Cannot JOIN

The receiver has failed to join a PARTY.

Cannot Play

The receiver cannot play audio files due to an unsupported file format or playback restrictions.

Cannot START

The receiver has failed to start a PARTY.

Data Error

You tried to play an unplayable file.

Device Full!

You cannot register any more devices to the device list.

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Message and explanation Initialize

The receiver is performing a factory default setting to Network function.

No Server

There is no server on the network that the receiver can connect to. Try refreshing the server list (page 73).

No Track

There is no playable file in the selected folder on the server.

Not Found

There is no item on the server that matches a keyword.

Not in Use

An operation that is currently prohibited is being performed.

SEN

Message and explanation Cannot Connect

The receiver cannot be connected to the server.

Cannot Get Data

The receiver cannot obtain content from the server.

Cannot Play

The receiver cannot play a service or station due to an unsupported file format or playback restrictions.

Data Error

• You tried to play an unplayable file.

• The receiver does not recognize the data on the server.

Need Software update

The service is not available in the current version of the receiver software. Visit the website below for more information on the software update:

http://munlimited.com/home

No Preset

There is no station stored on the receiver for the selected preset number.

No Service

There is no service provider.

No Station

There is no station in the selected service.

Not Available

• The selected service is not available.

• An operation that is currently unavailable is being performed.

Message and explanation Not in Use

An operation that is currently prohibited is being performed.

Software update

Message and explanation Cannot connect

The receiver cannot access to the server to download the latest version of the software. Enter the settings menu and update the software again (page 81).

Can’t download

The receiver failed downloading the update data while performing the software update. Enter the settings menu and update the software again (page 81).

Searching for an item using a keyword

When a list is displayed on the TV screen (such as artist list, a track list, etc.), you can enter a keyword to search for an item you want. Searching by keywords is available only when the Home Network or SEN function is selected.

SHIFT

Numeric/ text buttons

ALPHABET SEARCH

V/v/B/b,

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1 Press SHIFT, then press

ALPHABET SEARCH while an item list (artist list, track list, etc.) is displayed on the TV screen.

The keyword input display appears on the TV screen.

2 Press SHIFT, then press the

numeric/text buttons to enter a keyword.

A keyword can be up to 15 characters.

Note

Enter a keyword that will match the letters or a word at the beginning of the name or title of the item you want to search for. When the receiver searches for an item, “The” at the beginning of a name and the following space will be ignored.

3 Press .

An item that matches the keyword appears. If the item appears is not the one you are searching for, press B/b to display the previous/next item.

Using Bluetooth Features

About the Bluetooth wireless technology

Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 meters (33 feet). You do not need to use a cable for connection, nor is it necessary for the devices to face one another, such is the case with infrared technology. Bluetooth st and ard is a n in ternational standard supported by thousands of companies all over the world, and employed by various companies worldwide.

About the Bluetooth functions of the receiver

4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 until you

find the item you want, then press .

5 Select the track you want, then

press .

Playback starts.

Communication System and Compatible Bluetooth Profiles of this receiver

Profile is standardization of the function for each Bluetooth device specification. This receiver supports the following Bluetooth version and profiles:

Communication System: Bluetooth Specification version 2.1 + EDR*

Compatible Bluetooth Profiles: – A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution

Profile): Receiving audio content of highquality.

– AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote Control

Profile): Controlling audio/video equipment; pausing, stopping, starting playback, volume control, etc.

* Enhanced Data Rate

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Notes

• To be able to use the Bluetooth function, the Bluetooth device to be connected requires the same

profile as the receiver’s. Note also that even if the same profile exists, devices may vary in function depending on their specifications.

• Due to the characteristic of Bluetooth wireless technology, the sound played on this receiver is slightly delayed from the sound played on the Bluetooth device during listening to the music.

Listening to music of a

Pairing the receiver with a Bluetooth device

Pairing is an operation where Bluetooth devices register with each other beforehand. Use the procedure below to pair the receiver with your Bluetooth device. Once a pairing operation is performed, it does not need to be performed again. If pairing is already completed, proceed to “Playing music of a Bluetooth device” (page 86).

Bluetooth device

You can play music of a Bluetooth device via this receiver after pair and connect the Bluetooth device with the receiver.

Check the websites for the latest information about compatible Bluetooth devices with URLs listed under “About support information” (page 132).

BLUETOOTH

1 Place the Bluetooth device

within 1 meter (3.3 feet) from this receiver.

2 Press BLUETOOTH to select

Bluetooth function.

3 Hold down BLUETOOTH for 2

seconds to activate the pairing mode of the receiver.

“Pairing ready” appears on the TV screen and “BLUETOOTH” flashes quickly on the display panel. Perform step 4 within 5 minutes, otherwise pairing will be canceled. In this case, repeat this step.

4 Perform pairing on the

Bluetooth device to detect this receiver.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of your Bluetooth device. A list of detected devices may appears on the Bluetooth device display depending on the type of Bluetooth device. This receiver is displayed as “STR-DA1800ES”.

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Note

When establishing a connection with this receiver, select the audio profile (A2DP, AVRCP) at the Bluetooth device. If the Bluetooth device does not support the AVRCP profile, you cannot perform playback or other operations with this receiver (page 84).

5 Select “STR-DA1800ES” on the

Bluetooth device display.

If “STR-DA1800ES” is not displayed, repeat from step 1.

6 If passkey* is required on the

display of the Bluetooth device, enter “0000”.

7 Once pairing is completed,

connect this receiver with the Bluetooth device.

Depending on the device, connection is automatically made along with the pairing. Once the connection is established, the device name appears on the TV screen and “BLUETOOTH” lights up on the display panel.

* Passkey may be called “Passcode”, “PIN code”,

“PIN number” or “Password”.

Notes

• If pairing is not successful, “Cancel” appears on the TV screen. Repeat steps 1 to 6.

• The receiver only supports numerical passkey up to 4 digits.

• You can pair up to 9 Bluetooth devices with this receiver. If 10th Bluetooth device is paired, the least recently connected device will be replaced by the new one.

• To pair with other Bluetooth devices, repeats steps 1 to 6.

• To delete all pairing information, see “Clear History” (page 107).

To cancel pairing operation

Hold down BLUETOOTH after step 3. “Cancel” appears on the TV screen.

Playing music of a Bluetooth device

You can operate a Bluetooth device by connecting the receiver and a Bluetooth device using AVRCP. Check the following before playing music: – The Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth

device is turned on.

– Pairing has been completed.

1 Press BLUETOOTH to select

Bluetooth function.

The receiver automatically connects to the last connected Bluetooth device. If you cannot connect with a last connected Bluetooth device, press BLUETOOTH on the receiver. Once the connection is established, proceed to step 3.

2 Establish a connection from

the Bluetooth device.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of your Bluetooth device.

3 Start playback from the

Bluetooth device.

You can also press N on the remote control.

4 Adjust the volume.

Press MASTER VOL +/– (or MASTER VOLUME on the receiver).

Note

Depending on the type of Bluetooth device, you can adjust the volume using the controls of the Bluetooth device.

Notes

• Once the connection is established, the device name appears on the TV screen and “BLUETOOTH” lights up on the display panel.

• To disconnect from a Bluetooth device, press BLUETOOTH on the receiver. You can also disconnect from a Bluetooth device. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your Bluetooth device.

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• While connected to a Bluetooth device, this receiver cannot be detected and a connection cannot be established from another Bluetooth device.

• If you cannot connect with a paired Bluetooth device, perform the pairing operation between the receiver and the Bluetooth device again.

• If the input has been set to “BLUETOOTH” when you turn on the receiver, the receiver automatically connects to the last connected Bluetooth device.

To operate the Bluetooth device using the remote control

B•/•

Press Operation

N*Starts play. X Pauses play. x Stops play. m/M Fast reverses or forwards. ./> Goes to the previous/next file.

b Goes to the previous/next album.

B•/•

*If no Bluetooth device is connected and you press

N, the receiver automatically connects to the last connected Bluetooth device and play back the music.

Note

These operations may not be available for certain Bluetooth devices. In addition, the actual operations may differ depending on the connected Bluetooth device.

./>

m/M

To check the information of a connected Bluetooth device

You can check the Bluetooth device information by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows:

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

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

• One-Touch Play (page 88)

• System Audio Control (page 89)

• System Power-Off (page 89)

• Scene Select (page 90)

• Home Theatre Control (page 90)

• Audio Return Channel (ARC) (page 90)

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.

Notes

• You may use “One Touch Play”, “System Audio Control”, and “System Power-Off” function with non-Sony equipment. However, compatibility with all non-Sony equipment is not guaranteed.

• “Scene Select” and “Home Theatre Control” features are Sony proprietary functions. They cannot operate with non-Sony equipment.

• Equipment not compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync cannot activate these features.

• The Control for HDMI function does not work on the equipment connected to the HDMI OUT B jack of the receiver.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

Bluetooth device name t Bluetooth device address t Sound field currently applied t Volume level t Input you selected

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Preparing for the

Playing back equipment

“BRAVIA” Sync

To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, turn the Control for HDMI function on for both the receiver and the connected equipment. Turn the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and the connected equipment on individually.

1 Select “Settings” from the

home menu, then press .

2 Select “HDMI”, then press . 3 Select “Ctrl for HDMI”, then

press .

4 Select “ON”, then press .

The Control for HDMI function of the receiver is activated.

5 Turn the Control for HDMI

function of the connected equipment on.

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

6 Repeat step 5 to set the Control

for HDMI function and to display the image of all the playback equipment you want to use.

with one-touch operation

(One-Touch Play)

When you start playback the equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection, the receiver and TV operation are simplified as follow:

Receiver and TV

Turns on (if in standby mode)

Switches to appropriate HDMI input

If you set “Pass Through” to “ON” (page 103), then set the receiver to standby mode, sound and image can be output only from the TV.

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.

• Depending on the settings, the receiver may not turns on when “Pass Through” is set to “ON”.

Tip

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

Notes

• When you pull out the HDMI cable or change the connection, perform the steps above.

• When HDMI “Zone2 / OutB” setting menu is “Zone2”, Control for HDMI will be disabled and Control for HDMI setting menu will be dark out. To use “Ctrl for HDMI”, you need to change “Zone2 / OutB” setting to “OutB”.

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Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

TV Receiver

Sets System Audio Control to on

Muting 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 enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, you can adjust the volume or turn off the sound temporarily by using the TV’s remote control.

Notes

• If System Audio Control does not function

according to your TV setting, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON”, the “Audio

Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set automatically based on the System Audio Control settings (page 103).

• Turns on (if in standby mode)

• Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Outputs TV sound

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.

AV ?/1

Press TV, then press AV ?/1.

The TV, receiver and the connected equipment 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 condition of the connected equipment, it may not be turned off. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

• If you use the System Power-Off function with a non-Sony TV, program the remote control according to the maker of the TV.

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Enjoying optimum sound

Operating the receiver field for the selected scene

(Scene Select)

The optimum picture quality and sound field are selected automatically according to the scene selected 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.

Correspondence table

Scene setting on the TV Sound field

Cinema HD-D.C.S. Sports Sports Music Live Concert Animation A.F.D. Auto Photo A.F.D. Auto Game A.F.D. Auto Graphics A.F.D. Auto

using the TV’s remote

control

(Home Theatre Control)

If a “Home Theatre Control”-compatible TV

is connected to the receiver, an icon for

Internet based applications appears on the

connected TV.

You can switch an input of the receiver or

switch sound fields by using your TV’s remote

control. You can also adjust the level of the

center speaker or the subwoofer, or adjust the

settings of “Sound Optimizer” (page 69),

“Dual Mono” (page 103), or “A/V Sync”

(page 103).

Note

To use the Home Theatre Control function, your TV

must be able to access a broadband service.

Enjoying the TV sound

from the speakers

connected to the receiver

via HDMI OUT A jack

(Audio Return Channel)

If the TV is compatible with the Audio Return

Channel (ARC), an HDMI cable connection

also sends a digital audio signal from the TV to

the receiver. You do not need to make a

separate audio connection for listening to TV

sound from the receiver.

For details, see “Switching between digital

and analog audio” (page 91).

This feature is available when Control for

HDMI setting is “ON”. Otherwise, connect to

OPTICAL jack.

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Switching the monitors that output the HDMI video signals

When you have two monitors connected to the HDMI OUT A and HDMI OUT B jacks, you can switch the output for these two monitors using the HDMI OUT button on the remote control.

HDMI OUT

1 Turn on the receiver and the

two monitors.

2 Press HDMI OUT.

Each time you press the button, the output will be switched as follows: HDMI A t HDMI B t HDMI A + B t OFF t HDMI A…

Notes

• If the compatible video format differs between the monitors connected to the HDMI OUT A jack and the HDMI OUT B jack of the receiver, “HDMI A + B” may not work.

• Depending on the playback equipment you connect, “HDMI A + B” may not work.

• If “Zone2 / OutB” setting is “Zone2”, the output will be switched as follows: HDMI A t OFF t HDMI A.

• “Zone2 / OutB” should be set to “OutB” when you use HDMI OUT B (ZONE2) jack as OUT B.

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE)

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

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver to select the input.

You can also use the input buttons on the remote control.

2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly

on the receiver to select the audio input mode.

The selected audio input mode appears on the display panel.

• AUTO: Gives priority to digital audio

signals. If there are more than one digital connection, HDMI audio signals have priority. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected. When TV input is selected, priority is given to the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals. If your TV is not compatible with the ARC function, the digital optical audio signals are selected. If the Control for HDMI functions of both the receiver and the TV are not activated, the ARC does not work.

• COAX: Specifies the digital audio

signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.

• OPT: Specifies the digital audio signals

input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.

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• ANALOG: Specifies the analog audio

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

Notes

• Based on the input, “------” appears on the display panel, and other modes cannot be selected.

• When “A. DIRECT” is being used, audio input is set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select other modes.

3 Select the input name you want

to assign.

4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

5 Select “Input Assign”, then

press or b.

The “Input Assign” screen appears.

Using other video/audio input jacks

(Input Assign)

You can reassign video and/or audio signals to another input jacks. After you have reassigned the input jacks, you can use the input button (or INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver) to select the equipment you connected.

Component video and digital audio input assign

You can reassign the COMPONENT VIDEO and DIGITAL input jacks to other input if the default settings of the jacks do not correspond to your connected equipment. Example: When you connect the DVD player to the OPTICAL IN 1 (SAT/CATV) and COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 (SAT/CATV) jacks. – Assign the OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN jack to

“DVD”.

– Assign the COMPONENT VIDEO SAT/

CATV (IN 2) jacks to “DVD”.

6 Select the video and/or audio

signals you want to assign to the input which you selected in step 3 using V/v/B/b.

7 Press .

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Input”, then press

or b.

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Input name BD DVD GAME SAT/

Assignable video input jacks

Assignable audio input jacks

* Default setting **TV function cannot assign other audio input.

COMP.1 aa* aa a a – a COMP.2 aaa a* aa– a CVBS – – – aa* a*– – NONE aa a –– ––a COAX aa* aa a a – a OPT 1 aaa a* aa– a OPT 2 aaa a a a a* a ANALOG – – – aa* a* aa* NONE aa a –– –––

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TV** SA-CD/

CATV

Notes

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

• One reassignment is allowed for each input.

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Using a bi-amplifier connection

If you are not using surround back speakers and front high speakers, you can connect the front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals using a bi-amplifier connection.

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings”, then

press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “Speaker”, then press

or b.

Front speaker

(Right)

Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals. Make sure that metal fittings of Hi/Lo attached to the speakers have been removed from the speakers to avoid receiver malfunction.

Front speaker

(Left)

4 Select “SP Pattern”, then press

or b.

5 Select the appropriate speaker

pattern so that there are no surround back speakers and front high speakers, then press

6 Select “SB Assign”, then press

or b.

7 Select “BI-AMP”, then press

The same signals output from the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals can be output from the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Notes

• Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” before you perform Auto Calibration.

• If you set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP”, the speaker level and distance settings of the surround back speakers and front high speakers become invalid, and those of the front speakers are used.

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Using multi-zone features

You can enjoy images and sounds from the equipment connected to the receiver in a zone other than the main zone. For example, you can enjoy a BD movie in the main zone and enjoy another BD movie in zone 2. When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you can operate both equipment in the main zone and Sony receiver in zone 2 from zone 2.

To operate the receiver from zone 2

You can operate the receiver without pointing the remote control towards the receiver if you connect an IR repeater (not supplied) to the IR REMOTE jack. Use an IR repeater when you install the receiver in a place where signals from the remote control cannot reach.

Other Operations

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Making a zone 2 connection

Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier.

Main zone Zone 2

IR REMOTE IN

HDMI OUT B (ZONE 2)*

STR-DA1800ES

monitor

A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver

Notes

• You can also connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack, ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT jack and ZONE 2 MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack.

• If you want to connect to ZONE 2 OUT using HDMI cable, change the “Zone2 / OutB” setting to “Zone2”.

• You can connect HDMI OUT B (ZONE 2) jack directly to TV in zone 2 (without any amplifier/ receiver), but it is recommended to connect via amplifier/receiver which should have higher audio capabilities than ordinary television. For the audio/video capabilities of main zone will be limited by that of zone 2 when you select the same HDMI input function for both main zone and zone 2.

monitor

RM-AAP080

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Operating the receiver from zone 2

The following operations are described for connecting an IR repeater and operating the receiver in zone 2. When an IR repeater is not connected, use this receiver in the main zone.

AV ?/1

Input

buttons

SOURCE

?/1

ZONE

1 Turn on the main receiver (this

receiver).

2 Turn on the receiver in zone 2. 3 Press ZONE.

The remote control switches to zone 2.

4 Press ?/1.

The zone function is activated.

5 Press the input buttons to

select the source you want.

For zone 2, HDMI signals, component video signals, analog audio and video signals are output. When you select SOURCE, the signals of the current input in main zone are output.

Tips

• Even when this receiver is in standby mode (press

?/1 on the remote control to turned off this receiver), the receiver in zone 2 remains turned on. To turn off all receivers, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 on the remote control at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).

• When the receiver is in standby mode, the ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights up in amber if the receiver in zone 2 is turned on.

• Signals from equipment connected to the HDMI input jack, component video input jack and analog input jacks are output through the ZONE 2 OUT jacks. No signals are output from equipment connected to only the digital input jacks. It does not support upconversion/downconversion for zone 2 (page 20).

• The USB, AirPlay, HOME NETWORK, BLUETOOTH and SEN inputs can be selected in main zone only.

• When SOURCE is selected, the signals input to the DIGITAL IN jacks and USB port are not output from the ZONE 2 OUT jacks.

• When SOURCE is selected, the HDMI signals, component video signals, analog audio and video signals from USB, AirPlay, Home Network, Bluetooth and SEN are not output from the ZONE 2 OUT jacks.

• You can select either “FM” or “AM” from the main zone and zone 2. Priority is given to the choice which has most recently been selected, even if a different choice has already been selected in one of the zones.

• When “Zone2 / OutB” setting is “Zone2”, you can use HDMI OUT B for zone 2.

• HDMI OUT for zone 2 can select only HDMI input signal.

Other Operations

6 Adjust to a suitable volume

using the receiver in zone 2.

To exit the zone 2 operation

Press ZONE, then press ?/1.

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Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu

You can adjust various settings for speakers, surround effects, etc. using the Settings menu. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” by following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 53).

3 Select the menu item you want,

then press .

Example: When you select “Auto Cal.”.

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

1 Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings” from the

menu, then press or b to enter the menu mode.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

4 Select the parameter you want,

then press .

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Settings menu list

Settings menu Description

Auto Cal. Sets the speaker level or

distance and makes the measurement automatically (page 44).

Speaker Sets the speaker position

manually (page 99).

Surround Selects the sound field and

adjusts the surround effect you choose (page 101).

EQ Adjusts the equalizer (bass/

treble sound) (page 102).

Audio Sets various sound items

(page 102).

HDMI Adjusts settings for sound/

images from equipment connected to the HDMI jacks (page 103).

Network Adjusts settings for the

network (page 104).

Bluetooth Adjusts settings for Bluetooth

(page 107).

System Adjusts settings for the system

of the receiver (page 107).

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Speaker Settings

You can adjust each speaker manually. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed. See “Using AUTO CALIBRATION” (page 44).

Note

The speaker settings are only for the current seating position.

x SP Pattern (Speaker Pattern)

Select “SP Pattern” according to the speaker system which you are using. Select the speaker pattern before you perform Auto Calibration.

x SB Assign (Surround back

speaker assign)

Lets you set the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals for a bi-amplifier or speakers front B connection.

• Speaker B

• BI-AMP

• OFF

Note

When you change the connection from a biamplifier or speakers front B to surround back or front high speakers connection, set the “SB Assign” to “OFF”, then set up the speakers again. See “Using AUTO CALIBRATION” (page 44) or “Manual Setup” (page 99).

x Manual Setup

Lets you adjust each speaker manually on the “Manual Setup” screen. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed.

To adjust the speaker level

You can adjust each speaker’s level (front left/ right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the level, then press .

2 Select “Lvl”, then press .

You can adjust the level from –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB intervals.

Note

When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large” in the Speaker Settings menu. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if – the digital input signal contains LFE signals. – the front or surround speakers are set to “Small”. – “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,

“PLIIx MV”, “PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “P. AUDIO” is selected.

To adjust the distance from the seating position to each speaker

You can adjust the distance from the seating position to each speaker (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the distance from the seating position, then press

2 Select “Dist”, then press .

You can adjust the distance from 1 m 0 cm to 10 m 0 cm (3 feet 3 inches to 32 feet 9 inches) in 10 cm (1 inch) intervals.

Notes

• Depending on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not be available.

• This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is being used.

Tip

You can adjust the distance in 1 cm interval when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the measurement result.

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To adjust the size of each speaker

You can adjust each speaker’s (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right) size.

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the size, then press .

2 Select “Size”, then press .

• Large: If you connect large speakers that

will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “Large”. Normally, select “Large”.

• Small: If the sound is distorted, or you

feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “Small” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the bass frequencies of each channel from the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers.

Note

This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is being used.

Tips

• The “Large” and “Small” settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers. However, since bass sound has a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut it, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “Large” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “Small”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “Large”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels.

• The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting as that of the surround speakers.

• When the front speakers are set to “Small”, the center, surround, and surround back/front high speakers are also automatically set to “Small”.

• If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to “Large”.

x Crossover Freq (Speaker

crossover frequency)

Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of speakers that the speaker size has been set to “Small” in the Speaker Settings menu. Measured speaker crossover frequency is set for each speaker after the Auto Calibration.

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the crossover frequency, then press .

2 Adjust the value, then press .

x Test Tone

Lets you select the test tone type on the “Test Tone” screen.

Tips

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

• The adjusted value is shown on the TV screen during adjustment.

To output test tone from each speaker

You can output test tone from the speakers in sequence.

1 Select “Test Tone”, then press or b. 2 Adjust the parameter, then press .

•OFF

• AUTO: The test tone is output from each

speaker in sequence.

• FL, CNT, FR, SR, SB*, SBR, SBL, SL, LH, RH, SW: You can select which speakers will output the test tone.

* “SB” appears when only one surround back

speaker is connected.

3 Adjust the speaker level, then press

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