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FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
STR-DA2100ES
©2005 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Don’t throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly as chemical waste.
For customers in the United States
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.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For customers in Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
NERGY STAR
E mark. As an E
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is a U.S. registered
NERGY STAR
®
partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the E
NERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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About This Manual
SIGNAL GND
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
L
R
L
R
MD/TAPE MULTI CH IN
TV/SAT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO 2
OUT IN
L
R
FRONT SURROUND
L
R
SURR BACK
IN
DVD IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
SA-CD/
CD IN
MD/ TAPE IN
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
SA-CD/
CD IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
AM
ANTENNA
DVD
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LRL
R
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
• The instructions in this manual is for model STR-DA2100ES. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, see pages 49–59.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).
2-XXX-XXX-XX AA
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code AA only”.
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** “DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6” and “DTS 96/24” are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your
components.......................................5
1a: Connecting components with
digital audio output jacks ...........7
1b: Connecting components with
multi channel output jacks........10
1c: Connecting components with
only analog audio jacks............12
2: Connecting the antennas ...................14
3: Connecting speakers .........................15
4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 17
5: Setting up the speakers .....................18
6: Adjusting the speaker levels and
balance............................................21
— TEST TONE
Amplifier Operation
Selecting the component.......................23
Listening to multi channel sound..........24
— MULTI CH IN
Listening to FM/AM radio....................24
Presetting radio stations ........................25
Changing the display.............................26
About the indications in the display......27
Enjoying Surround Sound
Using only the front speakers ...............29
Enjoying higher fidelity sound..............30
— AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
Selecting a sound field..........................31
Selecting the surround back decoding
mode ...............................................33
— SURR BACK DECODING
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
Assigning the audio input..................... 35
— DIGITAL ASSIGN
Assigning the component video
input................................................ 36
— COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT ASSIGN
Switching the audio input mode for
digital components ......................... 36
— INPUT MODE
Customizing sound fields ..................... 37
Adjusting the equalizer......................... 38
Advanced settings................................. 39
Custom install mode............................. 43
Other Operations
Naming preset stations and inputs........ 44
Changing the command mode of the
receiver........................................... 45
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 45
Selecting the speaker system................ 46
Recording ............................................. 46
Listening to the sound in another
zone ................................................ 47
Operations Using the Remote RM-AAE001
Before you use your remote.................. 49
Remote button description.................... 49
Selecting the command mode of the
remote............................................. 54
Programming the remote...................... 54
Learning the commands of your
components..................................... 57
Performing several commands in
sequence automatically
(Macro Play)................................... 59
Additional Information
Precautions ........................................... 60
Troubleshooting.................................... 61
Specifications ....................................... 64
List of button locations and reference
pages............................................... 66
Index ..................................................... 67
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Getting Started

1: Check how to hookup your components

Steps 1a through 1c beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Connectable components” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “2: Connecting the antennas” (page 14).
Connectable components
Component to be connected Page
DVD player
With digital audio output
With multi channel audio output
With analog audio output only
TV monitor
With component video input
With S-Video or composite video input only 13
Satellite tuner
With digital audio output
With analog audio output only
Super Audio CD/CD player
With digital audio output
With multi channel audio output
With analog audio output only
MD/Tape deck
With digital audio output
With analog audio output only
Analog disc turntable 12
Multi channel decoder 10
VCR, camcorder, video game, etc. 13
a)
b)
c)
d)
a)
c)
a)
b)
c)
a)
c)
7–8
10–11
7–8
8 or 11
7–8
7–8
9
10
12
9
12
Getting Started
a)
Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc.
b)
Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. This connection is used to output the audio decoded by the component’s internal multi channel decoder through this receiver.
c)
Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.
d)
Model with component video (Y, PB/CB/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) input jacks.
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Required cords
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to H) (not supplied).
A Audio cord
White (L) Red (R)
B Audio/video cord
Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio)
C Video cord
Yellow
D S-video cord
E Optical digital cord
Notes
• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
• When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
F Coaxial digital cord
G Monaural audio cord
Black
Tip
Audio cord A can be torn into two monaural audio cords G.
H Component video cord
Green Blue Red
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E

1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks

Hooking up a DVD player, TV monitor or satellite tuner
For details on the required cords (A–H), see page 6.
1 Connect the audio jacks.
DVD player
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
AF
Y
PB/C
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
WOOFER
PRE OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
SUB
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
TRIGGER
IR REMOTE
OUT
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN
MD/TAPE
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
DVD
FRONT SURROUND
AM
L
R
IN
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
L
R
R
MULTI CH IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
OUT
2ND ZONE
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/ TAPE
IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
OUTPUT
DIGITAL COAXIAL
ANTENNA
SIGNAL GND
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
Getting Started
E
OUTPUT
DIGITAL OPTICAL
L
R
A
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUT
Satellite tuner
Note
You can also listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV/SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver. In this case, do not connect the TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver.
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2 Connect the video jacks.
E
The following illustration shows how to connect a TV or satellite tuner and a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y,
P
/CB/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component
B
video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video.
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/ TAPE
IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
OUTPUT
VIDEO
ANTENNA
AM
SIGNAL GND
L
R
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
Satellite tuner
OUTPUT
S VIDEO
PR/CR/R–Y PB/CB/B–Y
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN FRONT SURROUND
IN
MD/TAPE
CHD
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
DVD
OUTPUT
Y
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
L
R
R
MULTI CH IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
CHHCD D
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
2ND ZONE
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
PR/CR/R–Y PB/CB/B–Y
IN
OUT
INPUT
VIDEO
L
R
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
WOOFER
PRE OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
SUB
INPUT
S VIDEO
TRIGGER
OUT
Y
TV monitor
PR/CR/R–Y PB/CB/B–Y
Y
PB/C
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
IR REMOTE
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
INPUT
COMPONENT
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
Y
–
SP
DVD player
Tips
• When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks, your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.
• On this receiver, standard video signals can be converted to component video or S-video signals and S-video signals can be converted to component video signals. These upconverted video signals can only be output from the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack. However, you cannot convert the component video signals to standard video or S-video signals.
• When standard video signals (composite video signals) or S-video signals from a VCR etc. are converted upward on this receiver and then output to your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted horizontally or no image may be output.
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Hooking up an MD/Tape deck or a Super Audio CD/CD player
E
For details on the required cords (A–H), see page 6.
MD/Tape deck
INPUT OUTPUT
ANTENNA
AM
SIGNAL GND
L
R
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
l
IN
LINELLINE
R
l
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN
MD/TAPE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
IN
INOUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
DVD
FRONT SURROUND
IN
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
L
R
R
MULTI CH IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
OUT
2ND ZONE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
WOOFER
PRE OUT
OUT
SUB
Y
PB/C
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
TRIGGER
IR REMOTE
OUT
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
OUT
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
IN
OUT
E
EAA
l
IN
l
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/
TAPE
OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
Getting Started
EFA
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
OUT
OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
Super Audio CD/
CD player
If you want to connect several digital components, but cannot find an unused input
See “Assigning the audio input” (page 35).
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
Notes
• You cannot make digital recordings of digital multi channel surround signals.
• It is not possible to record analog signals to compone nts connected to the MD/TAPE OUT, VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks if you make only digital connections. Likewise, you cannot record digital signals if you make only analog connections. To record analog signals, make analog connections. To record digital signals, make digital connections.
• The sound is not output when you play a Super Audio CD on the Super Audio CD player connected to the SA-CD/CD OPTICAL IN or SA-CD/CD COAXIAL IN jack on this receiver. Connect to the analog input jacks (SA-CD/CD IN jacks). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.
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1b: Connecting components with multi channel output
E
jacks
1 Connect the audio jacks.
If your DVD or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect it to this receiver’s MULTI CH IN jacks to enjoy the multi channel sound. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. For details on the required cords (A
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SIGNAL GND
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
PHONO
MULTI CH IN
IN
AM
L
R
IN
SA-CD/CD
–H), see page 6.
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
L
R
AUDIO IN
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT INLFRONT
MD/TAPE
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
DVD
L
R
R
SURROUND
MULTI CH IN
AAAGG
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
OUT
2ND ZONE
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
PRE OUT
S-VIDEO
SUB
WOOFER
Y
PB/C /B-Y
OUT
P
R/CR
/R-Y
COMPONENT VIDEO
TRIGGER
OUT
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
B
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
IR
OUTIRIN
IR REMOTE
4Ω 8Ω
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
L
R
FRONT
DVD player,
Super Audio CD player,
SURR
SURROUND
BACK
MULTI CH OUT
CENTER
WOOFER
SUB
Multi channel decoder, etc.
Tips
• This connection also allows you to enjoy software with multi channel audio recorded in formats other than the Dolby Digital and DTS.
• Make connections to either the MULTI CH IN jacks according to the number of audio output jacks of the component.
Notes
• When you make connections to the MULTI CH IN jacks, you will need to adjust the level of the surround speakers and sub woofer using the controls on the connected component.
• DVD and Super Audio CD players do not have SURR BACK terminal.
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2 Connect the video jacks.
E
The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, P
/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you
B/CB
to enjoy higher quality video.
TV monitorDVD player
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUTPUT
S VIDEO
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
PR/CR/R–Y PB/CB/B–Y
INPUT
INPUT
S VIDEO
Y
VIDEO
INPUT
COMPONENT
PR/CR/R–Y PB/CB/B–Y
Y
Getting Started
IR
OUTIRIN
HC
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/
TAPE
OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
ANTENNA
AM
SIGNAL GND
L
R
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
HCD D
Y
PB/C
B
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
L
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
DVD
L
R
FRONT SURROUND
MULTI CH IN
R
VIDEO 2
L
R
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
AUDIO IN
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN
IN
MD/TAPE
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
OUT
2ND ZONE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
WOOFER
PRE OUT
OUT
SUB
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
TRIGGER
IR REMOTE
OUT
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
Tips
• When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks, your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.
• On this receiver, standard video signals can be converted to component video or S-video signals and S-video signals can be converted to component video signals. These upconverted video signals can only be output from the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack. However, you cannot convert the component video signals to standard video or S-video signals.
• When standard video signals (composite video signals) or S-video signals from a VCR etc. are converted upward on this receiver and then output to your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted horizontally or no image may be output.
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1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks

E
Hooking up audio components
For details on the required cords (A–H), see page 6.
Turntable
A
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/
TAPE
OUT
SA-CD/
CD IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
SIGNAL GND
PHONO
IN
AM
TV/SAT
L
L
R
OUT IN
IN
SA-CD/CDRMD/TAPE
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
DVD
L
R
FRONT SURROUND
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
R
SURR BACK
MULTI CH IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
2ND ZONE
IN
OUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
WOOFER
PRE OUT
OUT
SUB
Y
PB/C
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
OUTIRIN
TRIGGER
IR REMOTE
OUT
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
OUT
IR
RS232C
+
–
CENTER
SP
l
OUT
A
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
LINE
MD/Tape deck
Super Audio CD/
CD player
A
OUTPUT
LINE
Note
If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the U SIGNAL GND terminal.
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R
A
L
l
IN
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Hooking up video components
E
If you connect your TV to the MONITOR jacks, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 23). You can also display the SP SET UP, LEVEL, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE menu settings and sound fields on your TV by pressing ON SCREEN on the remote. For details on the required cords (A
To the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks (Front panel)
–H), see page 6.
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
ANTENNA
AM
SIGNAL GND
L
R
IN
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
VCR
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN
MD/TAPE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
OUT
IN
OUTPUTINPUT
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
L
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO IN
DVD
L
R
FRONT SURROUND
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
BB DC
IN
L
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
R
SURR BACK
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
INPUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
R
OUT
2ND ZONE
TV monitor
INPUT
S VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
TRIGGER
OUT
L
SUB
WOOFER
PRE OUT
Y
PB/C
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVD
IN
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
IR REMOTE
4Ω
8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
MONITOR
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
Getting Started
B D
Camcorder or
video game
OUT
L
B
OUTPUTINPUT
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
L
IN
BDD
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
VCR
INPUT
S VIDEO
L
OUTLIN
OUTPUT
S VIDEO
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2: Connecting the antennas

E
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
AM loop antenna (supplied)
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
TV/SAT
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
MD/ TAPE OUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
DVD
IN
SA-CD/
CD
IN
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)
SIGNAL GND
L
R
PHONOINSA-CD/CD
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
TV/SAT
L
R
OUT IN
MD/TAPE
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
DVD
FRONT SURROUND
AM
IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
R
MULTI CH IN
L
R
L
R
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
2ND ZONE
*
FM wire antenna (supplied)
Y
PB/C
B
S-VIDEO
/B-Y
IN
OUT
P
R/CR
/R-Y
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
TRIGGER
OUT
L
R
SUB
WOOFER
PRE OUT
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
OUT
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
IR
OUTIRIN
IR REMOTE
4Ω 8Ω
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
–
SP
* The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code.
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
• Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the receiver.
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3: Connecting speakers

Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 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 sub woofer (5.1 channel). You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel) (see “Selecting the surround back decoding mode” on page 33).
Example of 7.1 channel speaker system configuration
Center speaker
Front speaker (Right)
Surround speaker (Right)
Front speaker (Left)
Sub woofer
Getting Started
Surround speaker (Left)
Surround back speaker (Right)
Surround back speaker (Left)
Tips
• When you connect 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position (see “When placing only one surround back speaker” illustration on page 20).
• Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
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Required cords
A Speaker cords (not supplied)
(+) (–)
B Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
Black
Surround speaker
(Right)
Ee
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
OUT
WOOFER
2ND ZONE
L
R
B
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
SUB
WOOFER
PRE OUT
INPUT
AUDIO
TRIGGER
OUT
IN
Surrond speaker
(Left)
Ee
A
Y
PB/C
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
OUT
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
IR REMOTE
RS232C
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
+
CENTER
E
+ +
+ +
–
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKERS
Front speaker
(Right)
Ee
A
FRONT A
LR
––
LR
FRONT B
SURROUND
LR
––
SURROUND BACK (2ND ZONE)
e
E
LR
A
Front speaker
(Left)
Ee
AA
SPEAKERS FRONT B*
SWITCHED 120W/1A MAX
AC 120V 60Hz
AC OUTLET
A
E
e
e
Sub woofer
Center speaker Surround back
speaker (Right)**
Surround back
speaker (Left)**
* If you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals. You can
select the front speakers you want to use with SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) button. For details, see “Selecting the speaker system” (page 46).
** If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.
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Tip
To connect certain speakers to another power amplifier, use the PRE OUT jacks. The same signal is output from both the SPEAKER jacks and the PRE OUT jacks (front speakers only).
Speaker impedance (Front speakers only)
To enjoy the best possible multi channel surround, connect speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher to the FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND and SURROUND BACK terminals, and set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “8Ω”. Use the screwdriver to set the impedance selector to the correct position. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your speakers if you are not sure of their impedance. (This information is often on the back of the speaker.) Alternatively, you may connect speakers with nominal impedances between 4 and 8 ohms to any or all of the speaker terminals. However, be sure to set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “4Ω” if you connect even one speaker with nominal impedance between 4 and 8 ohms.
Note
Be sure to turn the power off before adjusting the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR.

4: Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN terminal on the receiver, then connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
AC power cord
AC IN terminal
FRONT A
L
+
––
L
FRONT B
KERS
SURROUND
SWITCHED 120W/1A MAX
L
+
––
AC 120V 60Hz
AC OUTLET
Getting Started
RROUND BACK (2ND ZONE)
Notes
L
AC OUTLET
• The AC OUTLET(s) on the rear of the receiver is a switched outlet, which supplies power to the connected component only while the receiver is turned on.
• Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver’s AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet. This may cause a malfunction.
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Performing initial setup operations
Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
“PUSH ENTER” flashes in the display.
3 Press ENTER.
“MEMORY CLEARING” appears in the display for a while, then “MEMORY CLEARED” appears. The following are reset to their factory settings.
• MASTER VOLUME.
• All settings in the SP SET UP, LEVEL, EQUALIZER, CUSTOMIZE, TUNER and CIS menus.
• The sound field memorized for each input and preset station.
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset stations.

5: Setting up the speakers

You can use the SP SET UP menu to set the size, distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ SP SET UP ”.
3 Turn MENU to select the parameter you
want to adjust.
For details, see “Speaker setup parameters” below.
Note
Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in the display. This means that they have been adjusted automatically due to other speaker settings or may not be adjustable.
4 Turn –/+ to select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set
all of the items that follow.
Speaker setup parameters
The initial settings are underlined.
x EASY SETUP XXX (Speaker easy setup)
•YES
If you want to set up your speakers automatically, select “YES”. You can select a pre-defined speaker pattern (see the supplied “Easy Setup Guide”).
•NO If you want to adjust the settings of each
speaker manually, select “NO”.
x SP PATTERN X–X
(Speaker setup pattern)
When “EASY SETUP” is set to “YES”, select the speaker setup pattern. Turn –/+ to select the speaker setup pattern and press MEMORY/ ENTER to enter the selection. Check your speaker pattern using the supplied “Easy Setup Guide”.
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x SUB WOOFER XXX
(Sub woofer selection)
•YES If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.
•NO If you did not connect a sub woofer, select
“NO”. The front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE” and you cannot change this setting. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers.
• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend that you set the cut off frequency on the sub woofer as high as possible.
x FRONT SP XXXXX
(Front speakers size)
• 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 front channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer. When the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, the center, surround and surround back speakers are also automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).
x CTR SP XXXXX
(Center speaker size)
• LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to “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 center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer.
•NO If you did not connect a center speaker, select
“NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.
x SURR SP XXXXX
(Surround speakers size)
•LARGE If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the surround speakers to “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 surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
•NO If you did not connect surround speakers, select “NO”.
x SB SP XXXXXX
(Surround back speakers selection)
c)
When the surround speakers size parameter is set to “NO”, the surround back speakers selection parameter is also automatically set to “NO” (unless previously set to “ZONE-2”).
• DUAL If you connect two surround back speakers,
select “DUAL”. The sound will be output to a maximum of 7.1 channels.
• SINGLE If you connect only one surround back speaker, select “SINGLE”. The sound will be
output to a maximum of 6.1 channels.
•NO If you did not connect surround back
speakers, select “NO”.
•ZONE-2 If you want to assign both your surround back speakers to another room or zone, select
“ZONE-2”. For details, see “Using the surround back speakers for the 2nd zone” on
a)
page 48.
b)
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Tips
• a)–c) correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes a) NORMAL b) PHANTOM c) 3 STEREO
• 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 sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. However, since bass sou nds have a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “SMALL”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the BASS parameter in the EQUALIZER menu to boost the bass levels. To adjust the bass, see page 38.
x FRONT DIST. XX ft.
(Front speaker distance)
Initial setting: 10 ft.
Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). You can adjust from 3 to 23 feet in 1 foot steps.
If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.
When placing only one surround back speaker
B
A
CC
A
30˚30˚
100˚-120˚100˚-120˚
D
When placing two surround back speakers (The angle E should be the same)
B
AA
30˚30˚
100˚-120˚100˚-120˚
E
E
E
DD
x CTR DIST. XX ft.
(Center speaker distance)
Initial setting: 10 ft.
Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 5 feet closer to your listening position (B).
x SURR DIST. XX ft.
(Surround speaker distance)
Initial setting: 10 ft.
Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers. Surround speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position (C).
If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.
x SB DIST. XX ft.
(Surround back speaker distance)
Initial setting: 10 ft.
Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speaker. Surround back speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position (D).
If you connect two surround back speakers and both surround back speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.
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Tip
The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 5 feet closer than the front speakers.
Likewise, the surround speakers and the surround back speakers cannot be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 15 feet closer.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is further away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance 3–6 feet closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!
6: Adjusting the speaker
Getting Started
levels and balance

— TEST TONE

Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Use the remote for the operation.
Tip
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE.
“T. TONE XXXXXX” appears in the display and the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence.
Front left (L) t Center (C) t Front right (R) t Surround right (SR) t Surround back right (SBR)* t Surround back left (SBL)* t Surround left (SL) t Sub woofer (SW)
* You will only hear the test tone from the
– surround back left (SBL) and surround back
right (SBR) speakers when the surround back speakers selection parameter is set to “DUAL”.
– surround back (SB) speaker when the
surround back speakers selection parameter is set to “SINGLE”.
3 Adjust the speaker levels and balance
using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker.
For details on the LEVEL menu settings, see page 37.
Tips
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote or turn MASTER VOLUME –/+ on the receiver.
• The adjusted value are shown in the display during adjustment.
4 Press TEST TONE again after
adjustment.
The test tone turns off.
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Note
Although these adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote.
To output the test tone only from a specific speaker
Set “TEST TONE” in the LEVEL menu to “FIX” (page 37). The test tone is output only from the selected speaker.
For more precise adjustment
You can output the test tone or sound source from two adjacent speakers to adjust their balance and level. Set “MENU EXP.” in the CUSTOMIZE menu to “ON” (page 39). Then select the two speakers you want to adjust using “PHASE NOISE” or “PHASE AUDIO” in the LEVEL menu (page 42).
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Amplifier Operation

Selecting the component

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
input.
To select the Display/light up
VCR VIDEO 1 or
Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3
DVD player DVD
Satellite tuner TV/SAT
MD or tape deck MD/TAPE
Super Audio CD or CD player
Built-in tuner (FM/AM) TUNER FM/AM
Turntable PHONO
VIDEO 2
SA-CD/CD
2 Turn on the component and start
playback.
Note
If you select any video components, set the TV’s video input to match the component you selected.
3 Turn MASTER VOLUME –/+ to adjust
the volume.
Note
To avoid damaging your speakers, make sure that you turn down the volume before you turn off the receiver.
To mute the sound
Press MUTING on the remote. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.
• Press MUTING on the remote again.
• Turn the power off.
• Increase the volume.
To use the headphones
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
• When the headphones are connected, speaker output is automatically canceled and “SP.A” and “SP.B” do not light up in the display.
• When the headphones are connected, you can select only the following sound fields (page 32).
– HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH)
– HP DIRECT (HEADPHONE DIRECT)
– HP MULTI (HEADPHONE MULTI)
– HP THEATER (HEADPHONE
THEATER)
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Listening to multi channel

Listening to FM/AM radio

sound

— MULTI CH IN

You can select the audio directly from the components connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks. This enables you to enjoy high quality analog inputs such as DVD or Super Audio CD. When the MULTI CH IN function is selected, the equalizer cannot be used.
Press MULTI CH IN to select “MULTI CH IN”.
To cancel the MULTI CH IN function, press MULTI CH IN until the “MULTI CH IN” indicators in the display turn off.
When MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up
The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up when the receiver is decoding multi channel sources. However, this indicator does not light up if you select 2CH STEREO mode.
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see page 14).
Tip
The tuning scale is:
FM: 100 kHz
AM: 10 kHz *
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (see page 65).
Automatic tuning
If you do not know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high; press TUNING – to scan from high to low. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.
In case of poor FM stereo reception
If the FM stereo reception is poor and STEREO flashes in the display, select monoural audio so that the sound will be less distorted.
1 Press MAIN MENU to select
“ TUNER ”.
2 Turn MENU to select “FM MODE”. 3 Turn –/+ to select “MONO”.
The FM reception switches to monaural.
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Direct tuning
You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly. Use the remote for the operation.
1 Move the easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select TUNER.
2 Press PUSH repeatedly to select the
FM or AM band.
3 Press D.TUNING. 4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 (You do not have to enter the last “0” when the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz.) If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception.
If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers flash
Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4. If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not used in your area.

Presetting radio stations

You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.
Presetting radio stations
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station that you want to
preset using Automatic Tuning (page 24) or Direct Tuning (page 25).
3 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the display goes out.
4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select a preset station number.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station number as follows:
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T
tC0y...yC2yC1T
If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset station number, start again from step 3.
Tip
You can also use the remote to select a preset station number. Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a memory page (A, B or C) and then press the numeric button to select a preset number.
5 Press MEMORY/ENTER again.
The station is stored to the selected preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you press MEMORY, start again from step 3.
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another
station.
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Tuning to preset stations
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follows:
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T
tC0y...yC2yC1T
Using the remote
1 Move the easy scroll key (PUSH) to select
TUNER.
2 Press PUSH repeatedly to select the FM or
AM band.
3 Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP +/– repeatedly
to select the preset station you want.
To select the preset station directly
Press the numeric buttons on the remote. The preset station of the selected number in the current memory page is tuned in. Press SHIFT repeatedly on the remote to change the memory page.

Changing the display

Changing the information in the display
You can check the sound field etc. by changing the information in the display.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows. Index name of the input* t Selected input t Sound field currently applied t Volume level
When the tuner is selected
Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound field currently applied t Volume level
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 44). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.
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About the indications in the display

2143567 8 9 q; qa
SP.A SP.B MONO
LFE
SW
L C R
SLSSR
SBRSBL
SB
MULTI CH IN EQ D.RANGE DTS-ES
SLEEP A.DIRECT 96/24 NEO:6
qh
qj
DIGITAL EX
;
PRO LOGIC IIx
;
qfqg
qd qs
Amplifier Operation
COAXOPT
MEMORY
STEREOD.ASSIGN
A SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is
set to “YES” (page 19) and the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jacks.
B LFE: Lights up when the disc being played
back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.
C SP.A/SP.B: Lights up in accordance with the
speaker system being used (A or B). Turns off when speaker output is turned off or when headphones are connected.
D MULTI CH IN: Lights up when
“MULTI CH IN” is selected.
E EQ: Lights up when the equalizer is activated.
F D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page 42).
G ; DIGITAL EX: “; DIGITAL” lights up
when Dolby Digital signals are input. “; DIGITAL EX” lights up when Dolby Digital EX signals are input.
Note
When playing a Dolby Digital EX format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG FIXED” (page 36).
H DTS-ES 96/24: “DTS” lights up when DTS
signals are input. “DTS-ES” lights up when DTS-ES signals are input. “DTS 96/24” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS 96 kHz/ 24 bit signals.
Note
When playing a DTS fo rmat disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG FIXED” (page 36).
I OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal or when INPUT MODE is set to “OPT FIXED”
(page 36).
J COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the COAXIAL terminal or when INPUT MODE is set to “COAX FIXED”
(page 36).
K Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 24–26 for tuner operations.
L D.ASSIGN: Lights up when the digital assign
function is used for the selected input.
M NEO:6: Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/
Music mode decoding is activated. However, this indicator does not light up if both the center and surround speakers are set to “NO”.
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N ; PRO LOGIC IIx: “; PRO LOGIC”
lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. “; PRO LOGIC II” lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie/Music/Game decoder is activated. “; PRO LOGIC IIx” lights up when the Pro Logic IIx Movie/Music/Game decoder is activated. However, these indicators do not light up if both the center and surround speakers are set to “NO” and you select a sound field using the A.F.D. button.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals and for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.
O A.DIRECT: Lights up when “ANALOG
DIRECT” is selected.
P SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is
activated.
Q Playback channel indicators: The letters
(L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings).
L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center (monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR (Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing)), SB (Surround Back (the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding)), SBL (Surround Back Left), SBR (Surround Back Right)
Example:
Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2
Output channel: Surround speakers absent
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
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Enjoying Surround Sound

Using only the front speakers

In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer.
Listening to 2 channel stereo sources (2CH STEREO)
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.
Press 2CH.
“2CH STEREO” appears in the display and the receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode.
Note
No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH STEREO mode. To listen to the 2 channel stereo sources using the front left/right speakers and a sub woofer, set to the A.F.D. AUTO mode.
Listening to analog audio (ANALOG DIRECT)
You can switch the audio of the selected input to the two channel analog input. This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources. When using this function, only the volume and front speaker balance can be adjusted.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
input you want to listen to in analog audio.
2 Press DIRECT to select “ANALOG
DIRECT”.
The analog audio is output.
To cancel the ANALOG DIRECT function, press DIRECT until the “A.DIRECT” indicator in the display turns off.
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Enjoying higher fidelity sound

— AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to select the decoding mode you want for your audio sound.
A.F.D. mode (Display)
A.F.D. AUTO (A.F.D. AUTO)
PRO LOGIC (PRO LOGIC)
PRO LOGIC II MOVIE (PLII MOVIE)
PRO LOGIC II MUSIC (PLII MUSIC)
PRO LOGIC II GAME (PLII GAME)
PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE (PLIIX MOVIE)
PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC (PLIIX MUSIC)
PRO LOGIC IIx GAME (PLIIX GAME)
Neo:6 Cinema (NEO6 CINEMA)
Neo:6 Music (NEO6 MUSIC)
MULTI STEREO (MULTI STEREO)
Decoding mode
As encoded
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic IIx
DTS Neo:6
Decoding the input audio signal automatically
In this mode, the receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, standard 2 channel stereo, etc.) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/ encoded, without adding any surround effects. However, if there are no low frequency signals (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer.
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.
The receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input and performs the proper decoding if necessary.
Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode)
This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II; 7 channels through Dolby Pro Logic IIx; 6 channels through DTS Neo:6 or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic. However, DTS 2CH sources are not decoded by DTS Neo:6; they are output in 2 channels.
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode.
The selected type of decoding appears in the display.
x PRO LOGIC (PRO LOGIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4.1 channels.
x PLII MOVIE (PRO LOGIC II MOVIE)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.
x PLII MUSIC (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
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x PLII GAME (PRO LOGIC II GAME)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode decoding. This setting is ideal for video game softwares.
x PLIIX MOVIE (PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 7.1 movie channels.
x PLIIX MUSIC (PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting shares hard “back” effects across all surround speakers.
x PLIIX GAME (PRO LOGIC IIx GAME)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game mode decoding. This setting delivers full-impact special effect signals panned to the surround speakers.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals and for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.
x NEO6 CINEMA (Neo:6 Cinema)
Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.
x NEO6 MUSIC (Neo:6 Music)
Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
x MULTI STEREO (Multi stereo)
Output the 2 channel L/R signals from all speakers. However, sound may not output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.
If you connect a sub woofer
When the audio signal is 2 channel stereo or if the source signal does not include a LFE signal, the receiver generates a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer. However, the low frequency signal is not generated for “NEO6 CINEMA” or “NEO6 MUSIC” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.

Selecting a sound field

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre­programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
Selecting a sound field for movies
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
The selected sound field appears in the display.
Sound field Display
CINEMA STUDIO EX A
DCS
CINEMA STUDIO EX B
DCS
CINEMA STUDIO EX C
DCS
V. MULTI DIMENSION
DCS
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology. DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood. When played at home, DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director.
x CINEMA ST. EX A
(CINEMA STUDIO EX A)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most any type of movies.
CINEMA ST. EX A
CINEMA ST. EX B
CINEMA ST. EX C
V. M. DIMENSION
DCS
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x CINEMA ST. EX B
(CINEMA STUDIO EX B)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.
DCS
x CINEMA ST. EX C
(CINEMA STUDIO EX C)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack.
DCS
x V. MULTI DIMENSION DCS
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers.
About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with multi channel surround effects. You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in your home. The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements.
• Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single
pair of actual surround speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching Creates the sensation that the sound is coming
from inside the screen like in theaters.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the type of reverberation found in
theaters.
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously.
Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
Selecting a sound field for music
Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
The selected sound field appears in the display.
Sound field Display
HALL HALL
JAZZ CLUB JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT LIVE CONCERT
x HALL
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
x JAZZ CLUB
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
x LIVE CONCERT
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
When the headphones are connected
You can select only from the following sound fields.
x HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH)
Outputs the sound in 2 channel (stereo). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.
x HP DIRECT (HEADPHONE DIRECT)
Outputs the analog signals without processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.
x HP MULTI (HEADPHONE MULTI)
Outputs the front analog signals from MULTI CH IN jacks.
x HP THEATER (HEADPHONE THEATER)
DCS
Allows you to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones.
Note
If you connect a pair of headphones while a sound field is operating, the system will automatically switch to “HP 2CH” if using a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. button, or to “HP THEATER” if using a sound field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button.
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To turn off the surround effect
Press 2CH to select “2CH STEREO” or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.
Tips
• The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). For example, if you select HALL for the SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input and then return to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again.
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc. by looking at the logo on the package.
– : Dolby Digital discs
– : Dolby Surround encoded
programs
– : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs
Notes
• Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.
• When one of the following sound fields are selected, no sound is output from the sub woofer if all the speakers are set to “LARGE” in the SET UP menu. However, the sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains LFE (Low Frequency Effect) signals, or if the front, or surround speakers are set to “SMALL”.
– HALL
– JAZZ CLUB
– LIVE CONCERT

Selecting the surround back decoding mode

— SURR BACK DECODING

This function lets you select the decoding mode for the surround back signals of the multi channel input stream. By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, etc. format, you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers.
Press SURR BACK DECODING repeatedly to select the surround back decoding mode.
For details, se e “How to select the surround back decoding mode” on page 34.
Tip
You can select the sur round back decoding mode using “SB DEC XXXX” in the CUSTOMIZE menu (page 39).
Note
You can select the surround back decoding mode only when A.F.D. mode is selected except for Dolby Pro Logic IIx mode (page 30).
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How to select the surround back decoding mode
You can select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream.
When you select “SB DEC AUTO”
When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flaga), the appropriate decoder is applied to decode the surround back signal.
Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder
Dolby Digital 5.1 5.1
Dolby Digital EX
b)
DTS 5.1 5.1
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
Dolby Digital EX
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
c)
d)
b)
c)
d)
When you select “SB DEC ON”
To decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flaga), Dolby Digital EX is applied when the output channel is 6.1 and Dolby Digital EX or Dolby Pro Logic IIx is applied when the output channel is 7.1.
Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder
Dolby Digital 5.1 6.1
Dolby Digital EX
DTS 5.1 6.1
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
Dolby Digital 5.1 7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Dolby Digital EX
DTS 5.1 7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
b)
c)
d)
b)
c)
d)
6.1
6.1
6.1
e)
e)
e)
e)
e)
—
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
—
DTS Matrix decoder
DTS Discrete decoder
7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Pro Logic IIx
7.1 DTS Matrix decoder
7.1 DTS Discrete decoder
6.1
6.1
6.1
e)
e)
e)
e)
e)
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Pro Logic IIx
7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
7.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
When you select “SB DEC OFF”
Surround back decoding is not performed.
a)
6.1 channel decode flag is the information recorded in software like DVDs.
b)
Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films.
c)
Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both Surround EX and 5.1 channel signals.
d)
Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to
6.1 discrete channels. Discrete 6.1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters.
e)
When two surround back speakers are connected and the surround back speaker selection parameter in the SP SET UP menu is set to “DUAL”, the output channel will be 7.1 channels.
Note
There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX Mode. Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB DEC ON”.
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Advanced Adjustments and Settings

Assigning the audio input

— DIGITAL ASSIGN

You can assign a digital audio input for another input. This function is convenient in the following example.
When you have two DVD players and no digital audio input jack is available for the second DVD player.
Connect the first DVD player to the DVD COAXIAL IN jack on the receiver. You can connect the second DVD player to the TV/SAT OPTICAL IN jack and its analog audio/video output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks on the receiver. Then, assign the DVD COAXIAL’s digital audio input to DVD (DVD–DVD) and the TV/SAT OPTICAL’s digital audio input to VIDEO 2 (TV/SAT–VIDEO 2).
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ CUSTOMIZE ”.
2 Turn MENU to select “DIGITAL
ASSIGN”.
3 Press MEMORY/ENTER. 4 Turn MENU to select the digital audio
input you want to assign.
5 Turn –/+ to select the input you want to
assign the digital audio input jack selected in step 4.
The input you can assign varies for each audio input. For details, see “Selectable audio inputs for each input” on page 35.
Tip
When assigning the SA-CD/CD digital audio input, only “SA-CD” appears in the display.
Selectable audio inputs for each input
VIDEO 3 OPTICAL
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3
DVD COAXIAL
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, DVD
TV/SAT OPTICAL
TV/SAT, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2
MD/TAPE OPTICAL
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, MD/TAPE
SA-CD/CD COAXIAL, SA-CD/CD OPTICAL
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, SA-CD
Notes
• You cannot assign several audio inputs to the same input.
• You cannot use the audio input for the original input when it is assigned to another input.
• When you assign the audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically (page 36).
• You cannot assign for TUNER and PHONO.
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Assigning the component
Switching the audio input
video input
— COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
ASSIGN
You can assign a component video input for another visual input.
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ CUSTOMIZE ”.
2 Turn MENU to select “COMPO V.
ASSIGN”.
3 Press MEMORY/ENTER. 4 Turn MENU to select the component
video input you want to assign.
5 Turn –/+ to select the input you want to
assign the component video input jacks selected in step 4.
The input you can assign varies for each component video input. For details, see “Selectable component video inputs for each input” on page 36.
Selectable component video inputs for each input
DVD
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, DVD
TV/SAT
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, TV/SAT
Note
You cannot assign a visual input to more than one component video input.
mode for digital components

— INPUT MODE

You can switch the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
input.
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to
select the audio input mode.
The selected audio input mode appears in the display.
Audio input modes
• AUTO 2CH Gives priority to digital signals when there are
both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital signals, analog is selected.
• COAX FIXED Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL input jack.
•OPT FIXED Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks.
• ANALOG FIXED Specifies the analog audio signals input to the
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
Notes
• When signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 48 kHz is input, the equalizer and sound field cannot be used.
• You cannot select the digital audio input which is
assigned to another function by DIGITAL ASSIGN function (page 35).
• Some of the audio input modes may be dimmed
depending on the input. This means that the selected input is unavailable.
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Customizing sound fields

By adjusting the LEVEL menu, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation.
Note on the displayed items
The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary depending on the sound field. Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display. This means that the selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
Adjusting the LEVEL menu
You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields except for effect level parameter. The effect level parameter settings are stored individually for each sound field.
1 Start playing a source encoded with
multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.).
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ LEVEL ”.
3 Turn MENU to select the parameter you
want to adjust.
For details, see “LEVEL menu parameters” below.
4 While monitoring the sound, turn –/+ to
select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other
parameters.
LEVEL menu parameters
The initial setting is underlined.
x TEST TONE (Test tone)
Initial setting: OFF
Lets you output the test tone sequentially from each speaker. When set to “AUTO”, the test tone is output from each speaker automatically. When set to “FIX”, you can select which speaker will output the test tone.
L
R
x BALANCE L/R XX
(Front speaker balance)
Initial setting: BALANCE (0)
Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. You can adjust in the range of BALANCE L (+1 to +8), BALANCE (0), BALANCE R (+1 to +8) in 17 steps.
x CENTER XXX dB
(Center speaker level)
x SURR L XXX dB
(Surround speaker (Left) level)
x SURR R XXX dB
(Surround speaker (Right) level)
x SB XXX dB
(Surround back speaker level)*
x SB LEFT XXX dB
(Surround back speaker (Left) level)**
x SB RIGHT XXX dB
(Surround back speaker (Right) level)**
x SW XXX dB
(Sub woofer level)
Initial setting: 0 dB
You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.
x MULTI SW XXX dB
(Multi Channel sub woofer level)
Initial setting: 0 dB
Lets you increase the level of the MULTI CH IN sub woofer channel by +10 dB. This adjustment may be necessary when connecting a DVD player to the MULTI CH IN jacks. The sub woofer level from DVD players is 10 dB lower than Super Audio CD players.
* Only when the surround back speakers selection
parameter is set to “SINGLE” in the SET UP menu (page 19).
** Only when the surround back speakers selection
parameter is set to “DUAL” in the SP SET UP menu (page 19).
x EFFECT XXX (Effect level)
Initial setting: STD
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect in 3 levels – MIN (minimum effect), STD (standard effect) and MAX (maximum effect).
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Resetting sound fields to the initial settings
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the power. 2 While holding down 2CH, press
?/1.
“S.F. INITIALIZE” appears in the display and all sound fields are reset to the initial setting.

Adjusting the equalizer

You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of the front speakers using the EQUALIZER menu. These settings are applied to all sound fields and can be reproduced whenever you turn on the equalizer.
1 Start playing a source encoded with
multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.).
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ EQUALIZER ”.
3 Turn MENU to select the parameter you
want to adjust.
For details, see “EQUALIZER menu parameters” below.
4 While monitoring the sound, turn –/+ to
select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other
items.
Note
You cannot adjust the equalizer when the receiver is decoding signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz, or when DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Matrix or DTS Neo:6 decoding is applied.
EQUALIZER menu parameters
x EQUALIZER XXX (Equalizer on/off)
Initial setting: OFF
Select “ON” to activate the equalizer.
x BASS XXX.X dB
(Front speaker bass level)
x TREBLE XXX.X dB
(Front speaker treble level)
Initial setting: 0 dB
You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 0.5 dB steps.
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Advanced settings

Using the CUSTOMIZE menu to adjust the receiver
You can adjust various receiver settings using the CUSTOMIZE menu.
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ CUSTOMIZE ”.
2 Turn MENU to select the parameter you
want to adjust.
For details, see “CUSTOMIZE menu parameters” below.
3 Turn –/+ to select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other
items.
CUSTOMIZE menu parameters
The initial setting is underlined.
x MENU EXP. XXX (Menu expanding)
•ON
The advanced parameters for the SP SET UP and LEVEL menus are displayed and can be adjusted. For details on each setup item, see pages 18, 37 and the following pages.
•OFF
The advanced parameters are not displayed
DTS 96/24
x 96/24 DEC XXXX
(DTS 96/24 decoding mode)
• AUTO
When a DTS 96/24 signal is input, it is played back at 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
•OFF
Even when a DTS 96/24 signal is input, it is played back at 48 kHz sampling frequencies.
Notes
• This parameter is valid only when A.F.D. mode is selected (page 30). In other sound fields, this parameter is always set to “OFF”.
• DTS 96/24 decoding is valid only wh en A.F.D. mode is selected (page 30). When the system is set to other sound fields, standard 48 kHz decoding is used.
• Even when a DTS 96/24 signal is input, standard 48 kHz decoding is used if any speakers are set to “SMALL” or if the sub woofer is set to “NO”.
x SB DEC XXXX
(Surround back decoding mode)
You can also use “SB DEC XXXX” to set t he surround back decoding mode (page 33).
For details on each decoding mode, see page 34.
•OFF
• AUTO
•ON
Note
This parameter is valid only when A.F.D. mode is selected except for Dolby Pro Logic IIx mode (page 30).
x SF LINK XXX
(Sound field link)
•ON
Let you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected. For example, if you select HALL for the SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input and return to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again.
•OFF
Sound field link is not activated.
x A/V SYNC XXX
(Time alignment)
Initial setting: 0 (0 ms)
Let you delay the output of audio to adjust the gap between video and aud io. You can adjust from 0 (0 ms) to 200 (200 ms) in 10 ms steps.
x DEC. PRI. XXXX
(Digital audio input decoding priority)
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks.
The initial setting is “DEC. PRI. AUTO” for VIDEO 3 and TV/SAT, and “DEC. PRI. PCM” for DVD, MD/TAPE and SA-CD/CD.
• AUTO
Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
•PCM
PCM signals are given priority (to prevent the interruption when playback starts). Even when other signals are input, the sound is output. However, this receiver cannot decode DTS-CD when set to “DEC. PRI. PCM”.
Note
When set to “DEC. PRI. AUTO” and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for SA-CD/CD, etc.) is interrupted when playback starts, set to “DEC. PRI. PCM”.
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x DUAL MONO XXXX
(Digital broadcast language selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.
•M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.
•MAIN
Sound of the main language will be output.
•SUB
Sound of the sub language will be output.
• M+S (Main + Sub)
Mixed sound of both the m ain and sub languages will be output.
x OSD H.POSI XX
(OSD horizontal position)
Initial setting: 4
Lets you adjust the position of the on-screen display horizontally. You can adjust from 0 to 64.
x OSD V.POSI XX
(OSD vertical position)
Initial setting: 4
Lets you adjust the position of the on-screen display vertically. You can adjust from 0 to 32.
x COMPO V. ASSIGN
(Component video input assignment)
Lets you assign the component video input to another visual input. For details, see “Assigning the com ponent video input” on page 36.
x DIGITAL ASSIGN
(Digital audio input assignment)
Lets you assign the digital audio input to other input. For details, see “Assigning the audio input” on page 35.
x DIMMER
(Brightness of the display)
Lets you adjust the brightness of the display in 3 steps.
(0%)
•0
• 40 (40%)
• 70 (70%)
x NAME XXXX XXXX
(Naming preset stations and inputs)
Lets you set the name of preset stations and inputs selected with INPUT SELECTOR. For details, see “Naming preset stations and inputs” on page 44.
Advanced SP SET UP menu parameters
When “MENU EXP.” is set to “ON”, all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable. See page 18 for the SP SET UP menu adjustments. Initial settings are underlined.
All SP SET UP menu parameters
EASY SET UP
SP PATTERN
SUB WOOFER
FRONT SP
CTR SP
SURR SP
SB SP
FRONT DIST. XX ft.
CTR DIST. XX ft.
SURR DIST. XX ft.
SB DIST. XX ft.
DISTANCE UNIT
b)
POSI
CROSS > XXX Hz
a)
Adjustable only when “EASY SET UP” is set to “NO”.
b)
Adjustable only when “MENU EXP.” is set to “ON”.
x DISTANCE UNIT (Distance unit)
Lets you select the unit of measure for setting distances.
•feet
The distance is displayed in feet.
• meter The distance is displayed in meters.
a)
a)
a)
a)
a)
b)
b)
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x POSI XXXX/XXXX
(Surround speaker position)*
Lets you specify the location of your surr ound speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 31).
120˚
100˚
A
B
D
C
A
B
D
60
C
30
•SIDE/LOW
Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A and C.
• SIDE/HIGH
Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A and D.
• BEHD/LOW
Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B and C.
• BEHD/HIGH
Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B and D.
Tip
Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes.
For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the surround effects becomes unclear unless set to “SIDE/LOW” or “SIDE/HIGH”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHD/HIGH” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are to the immediate left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you playback multi channel s urround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select “BEHD/LOW” or “BEHD/HIGH” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.
x CROSS. XXX Hz
(Speaker crossover frequency)
Initial setting: 100 Hz
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of speakers set to “SMALL” in the SP SET UP menu. You can adjust from 40 Hz to 160 Hz in 10 Hz steps
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
* This setup item is not available when the surround
speakers size parameter is set to “NO”.
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Advanced LEVEL menu parameters
When “MENU EXP.” is set to “ON”, all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable. See page 37 for the LEVEL menu adjustments. Initial settings are underlined.
All LEVEL menu parameters
T. TONE
PHASE NOISE
PHASE AUDIO
BALANCE
CENTER XXX dB
SURR L XXX dB
SURR R XXX dB
SB XXX dB
SB LEFT XXX dB
SB RIGHT XXX dB
SW XXX dB
MULTI SW XXX dB
D.RANGE
EFFECT XXX
a)
Adjustable only when “MENU EXP.” is set to “ON”.
b)
When surround back speaker is set to “SINGLE” or “YES” (page 19).
c)
When surround back speaker is set to “DUAL” (page 19).
x PHASE NOISE (Phase noise)
Initial setting: OFF
Lets you output the test tone sequentially from two
adjacent speaker.
x PHASE AUDIO (Phase audio)
Initial setting: OFF
Lets you output the source sound (instead of the test tone) sequentially from two adjacent speaker.
a)
a)
b)
c)
COMP. XXX
c)
a)
D.RANGE
x COMP. XXX
(Dynamic range compressor)
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night.
•OFF
The dynamic range is not compressed.
•STD
The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer.
•MAX
The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.
Tip
Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information in cluded in the Dolby Di gital signal. Therefore, “STD” is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compression. We recommend using the “MAX” setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression.
Note
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.
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Custom install mode

This receiver features the custom install modes described below. Depending on how you intend to use these features, use of these modes may require additional equipment (available separately) or modification of your listening environment. Please consult the retailer where you purchased this receiver for more information.
1 Press MAIN MENU to select
“ CIS ”.
2 Turn MENU to select the parameter.
For details, see “CIS menu parameters” below.
3 Turn –/+ to select the setting you want. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other
items.
CIS menu parameters
Initial settings are underlined.
x ZONE-2 (2nd zone source)
Lets you select the source signals (analog audio signals) you want to output in the 2nd zone (audio inputs except PHONO). When you select “SOURCE”, the signals of the current input is output.
Tips
• Only signals from components connected to the analog input jacks are output through the 2ND ZONE jacks. No signal is output from components connected to only the digital input jacks.
• When “SOURCE” is s elected, the signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the 2ND ZONE jacks even when MULTI CH IN function is used. The 2 channel analog audio signals of the current input is output.
x INST. MODE (RS232C control)
•ON
The receiver can receive commands from the RS232C port even when the power is off (standby mode).
•OFF
The receiver does not receive commands from the RS232C port when the power is off (standby mode).
x 12V TRIG (12 V trigger)
Lets you turn on or off the external equipment by outputting 12V trigger when the receiver is turned on or off. For example, you can automatically unroll your video screen when you turn on the receiver.
•OFF
Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers even when the main receiver is turned on.
•CTRL
Lets you turn on or off the output of 12V triggers manually by the CIS command of the IR remote or RS232C control.
• ZONE
Lets you turn on output of 12V triggers when the main receiver is turned on.
• INPUT
Lets you turn on output of 12V triggers when the main receiver is turned on, depending on the setting of each input. See “To set the 12V trigger setting for each input”.
To set the 12V trigger setting for each input
The initial setting is “ON” for VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, DVD, and TV/SAT, and “OFF” for other inputs. To set this setting, you can use only the controls on the front panel.
1 Select “INPUT” in “12V TRIG”. 2 Press MEMORY/ENTER. 3 Turn MENU to select the input. 4 Turn –/+ to select “ON” to activate 12V
trigger or select “OFF” to disactivate.
5 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
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Other Operations

Naming preset stations and inputs

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with INPUT SELECTOR, and display it in the receiver’s display.
To index a preset station
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select tuner
(“FM” or “AM”).
2 Press FM/AM to select “FM” or “AM”. 3 Tune in the preset station you want to
create an index name for (page 26).
4 Turn MAIN MENU to select
“ TUNER ”.
5 Turn MENU to select “NAME IN”. 6 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure of “To create an index name” page 44.
To index an input
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select an
input you want to create an index name for.
2 Turn MAIN MENU to select
“ CUSTOMIZE ”.
3 Turn MENU to select “NAME IN?”. 4 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure of “To create an index name” page 44.
To create an index name
1 Use MENU and –/+ to create an index
name.
Turn –/+ to select a character, then turn MENU to move the cursor to the next position.
Tips
• You can select the character type as follows by rotating –/+. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols
• To enter a blank space, rotate –/+ until a blank space appears in the display.
• If you made a mistake, rotate MENU until the character you want to change flashe s, then rotate –/+ to select the correct character.
2 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
The entered name is registered.
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Changing the command

Using the Sleep Timer

mode of the receiver
This function is useful when you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room.
1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down INPUT MODE and press ?/1
to turn on the receiver.
“C.MODE.AVX” appears in the display. Each time you repeat the procedure above, the display changes as follows:
C.MODE.AV1 y C.MODE.AV2
Tip
The initial setting is “C.MODE.AV2”.
Notes
• The initial setting for the command mode of the supplied remote is “AV2”.
• If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver.
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Use the remote for the operation.
1 Press ALT to light up the button. 2 Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows: 2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 t OFF
While using Sleep Timer, “SLEEP” lights up in the display.
Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press ALT to light up the button (page 50), then press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.
Other Operations
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Selecting the speaker

Recording

system
You can select the front speaker system you want to use.
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to use.
The selected speaker system appears in the display. To turn off the speaker output, press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly until the “SP.A” and “SP.B” indicators in the display turn off.
The speaker system
•SP.A The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals.
•SP.B The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals.
• SP.A and SP.B The speakers connected to both the SPEAKERS FRONT A and B terminals (parallel connection).
Before you begin, make sure you have connected all components properly.
Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the ope rating instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help.
1 Select the component to be recorded. 2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.
3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the
recording deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary.
4 Start recording on the recording deck,
then start playback on the playback component.
Notes
• You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog MD/TAPE OUT jacks. To record a digital audio signal, connect a digital component to the DIGITAL OPTICAL MD/ TAPE OUT jacks.
• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The analog audio signals of the current input is output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the sources.
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Recording on a video tape
–
You can record from a VCR, a TV or a DVD using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See the operating instructions of your VCR or DVD player if you need help.
1 Select the program source to be
recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a video tape you want to record into VCR.
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR
(VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2) for recording.
4 Start recording on the recording VCR,
then start playing the video tape or DVD you want to record.
Tip
You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or DVD. Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the video source again.
Notes
• You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks.
• Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the TV/SAT and DVD inputs. Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections.
• The analog audio signals of the current input are output from the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks.
• The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the sources.

Listening to the sound in another zone

There are 2 ways to listen to the sound in another zone. You can
– hook up the 2ND ZONE jacks to a stereo
amplifier in another zone.
– assign y our surround back speakers to another
zone.
Using the 2ND ZONE jacks
Y
PB/C
VIDEO OUT
MONITOR
L
R
WOOFER
PRE OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
SUB
B
/B-Y
P
R/CR
/R-Y
TV/SATINDVDINMONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
IR
OUTIRIN
TRIGGER
IR REMOTE
OUT
4Ω 8Ω
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
OUT
RS232C
+
CENTER
L
R
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
TV/SAT
APE
IN
R
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
AUDIO IN
DVD
R
FRONT SURROUND
VIDEO OUT
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 2
L
L
R
MULTI CH IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
SURR BACK
S-VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO 1
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
OUT
2ND ZONE
2ND ZONE
You can select the analog audio signals you want to output to a stereo amplifier in another room or zone. Press
?/1 on the remote while “2ND” appears
in the remote display to turn on 2nd zone. For details, refer steps 1 to 3 of “Using the surround back speakers for the 2nd zone” on page 48.
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“<< CIS >>”.
2 Turn MENU until “ZONE-2 XXXXXX”
appears.
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3 Turn –/+ to select the 2nd zone audio
source you want.
Each time you turn the button, the audio source changes cyclically as follows: SOURCE CD
*1
*2
3
*1
t MD/TAPE t SA-CD/
t TUNER
The audio signals of the current input is output. The audio signals of the last selected TUNER function (AM/FM) is output.
*2
4 Turn on the stereo amplifier in another
room or zone, then adjust the volume level with the VOLUME control.
Tips
• Even when this receiver is turned off, the receiver in the 2nd zone remains turned on. To turn off all receivers, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 on the remote at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).
• Only signals from components connected to the analog input jacks are o utput through the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks. No signals are output from components connected to only the digital input jacks.
• When “SOURCE” is selecte d, the signals input to th e MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is selected. The analog audio signals of the current input are output.
2nd zone connections
Main receiver
Audio/video components
STR-DA2100ES
Using the surround back speakers for the 2nd zone
Make sure that the surround back speakers selection parameter is set to “ZONE-2” (page 19). Use the remote for the following operation.
1 Hold down RM SET UP and press ?/1. 2 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select “2ND”.
3 Press PUSH.
“2ND” appears in the remote display.
4 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select the analog signals you want to output (e.g. TUNER).
5 Press PUSH.
Your selection (e.g. ZONE-2 TUNER) apppears in the display.
6 Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the
volume of your speakers in the 2nd zone.
Tips
•Press ?/1 on the remote while “2ND” appears in the
remote display to turn off 2nd zone.
• To turn off the receiver, make sure that you select “MAIN” in step 2 above. “2ND” disappears from the remote display. Then, press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
• You can use MUTING on the remote to mute the sound.
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2ND ZONE OUT
Amplifier/Receiver
SpeakerSpeaker
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Operations Using the Remote RM-AAE001

You can use the remote RM-AAE001 to operate the components in your system.
Before you use your

Remote button description

remote
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
Tip
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.
Notes
• Do not leave the re mote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
1 2
TV ?/1 AV ?/1
RM SET UP
SYSTEM STANDBY
?/1
PL
SLEEP
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3
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2CH
A.F.D.
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SWAP/
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SUBTITLE ENTER
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0/10 >10/11 12
SHIFT
D.TUNING DISC ALT
M
m
ANT
CLEAR
H
TOP MENU/
GUIDE
F
G
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DISPLAY
TV VOL TV CH
PUSH
V
MOVIE
DUAL
MONO
JUMP/
TIME
-
SEARCH MODE
X
AV MENU
g
O
RETURN/EXIT
TV/
VIDEO
WIDE ON SCREEN
MUSIC
SB
DECODINGDIRECT
PRESET/
CH/D.SKIP
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MUTING
MASTER
VOL
MAIN
MENU
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wd ws
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4
5
6 7
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8 9
0
ENTER
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qa
qf
*
qs
* The H, TV VOL +, TV CH + and MASTER VOL
+ buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the receiver and other audio/video components.
qd
Operations Using the Remote RM-AAE001
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The tables below show the settings of each button.
Remote Button
A.F.D. 5 Receiver Selects the decoding
ALT wa Remote When ALT button lights
ANT 7 VCR/
AUDIO 5TV/VCR/
AV MENU q;
AV ?/1 whTV/VCR/
CLEAR 7DVD player/
DIRECT 5Receiver Selects 2CH ANALOG
DISC w; CD player/
Operations Function
mode for audio sound.
up, it changes remote key function to activate those buttons with orange printing.
Selects output signal
Satellite tuner
from the antenna terminal: TV signal or VCR program.
Changes the sound to DVD player/ Satellite tuner/
Multiplex, Bilingual or
Multi channel TV Sound.
Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
VCR/
Displays menu. Satellite tuner/ DVD player
/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
Turns the audio and video
CD player/
components on or off. VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Satellite
Blu-ray
tuner/ disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
Clears a mistake when CD player/ Blu-ray disc/ PSX/ Satellite tuner
you press the incorrect
numeric buttons or
returns to continuous
playback etc.
DIRECT.
Selects a disc directly VCD player
(multi-disc changer
only).
Remote Button
Operations Function
Display 3 Remote Shows the selected
input, macro list and command mode of the remote.
DISPLAY q;TV/VCR/
VCD player/ LD player/
Selects information displayed on the TV
screen. DVD player/ Receiver/ CD player/ MD deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner
D.TUNING 7Receiver Enters direct tuning
mode.
DUAL MONO 5
Receiver Selects the language
you want during
digital broadcast.
Easy scroll key (PUSH)
4
Remote Move to select the
input and press to
enter the selection.
The components are
factory assigned to t he
inputs as shown on
page 53.
ENTER q; Receiver/
Enters the selection. VCR/ Satellite tuner/ DVD player
ENTER ws TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/
After selecting a
channel, disc or track
using the numeric
buttons, press to enter
the value. Tape deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
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Remote Button
JUMP/TIME 5TV/
Operations Function
Toggles between the Satellite tuner/ Blu-ray disc
previous and the
current channels. recorder
CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/
Shows the time or
displays the playing
time of disc, etc. MD deck
MAIN MENU qh
MASTER VOL +/– qj
Receiver Selects the menu of
the receiver.
Receiver Adjusts the master
volume of the
receiver.
MOVIE 5 Receiver Selects the pre-
programmed sound
fields for movie.
MUSIC wg Receiver Selects the pre-
programmed sound
fields for music.
MUTING qkReceiver Mutes the sound from
the receiver.
ON SCREEN qf
Receiver Displays the menus of
the receiver on the TV
screen.
PRESET/ CH/
D.SKIP +/– wdTV/VCR/
Receiver Selects preset
stations.
Selects preset Satellite tuner/
channels. Blu-ray disc recorder/Hard disc recorder
CD player/ VCD player/
Skips discs (multi-
disc changer only). DVD player/ MD deck/ LD player
RETURN/ EXIT q;
VCD player/ LD player/
Returns to the
previous menu. DVD player
Satellite tuner Exits the menu.
RM SET UP 2Remote To set up the remote.
Remote Button
Operations Function
SHIFT 7 Receiver Selects a memory page
for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations.
SLEEP wj Receiver Activates the sleep
function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.
SUBTITLE 6DVD player Changes the subtitles.
SWAP*/ ANGLE 5
TV Swaps the small and
large picture.
DVD player/ Blu-ray disc
Selects viewing angle or changes the angles.
recorder
SYSTEM STANDBY (Press AV
?/1 wh and ?/1 wj at the
same time)
Receiver/ TV/VCR/ Satellite tuner/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/
Turns off the receiver and other Sony audio/ video components.
DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck
TEST TONE 5Receiver Outputs test tone.
TOP MENU/ DVD player Displays DVD title. GUIDE q; Satellite tuner/
Displays guide menu. Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture
function.
Operations Using the Remote RM-AAE001
SB DECODING
wf
SEARCH MODE w;
Receiver Selects the surround
back decoding modes.
DVD player Selects searching
mode. Press to select the unit for search (track, index, etc.)
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Remote Button
Operations Function
TV CH +/– qsTV Selects preset TV
channels.
TV/VIDEO qgTV Selects input signal:
TV input or video input.
TV VOL +/– qa
TV Adjusts the volume of
the TV.
TV ?/1 1 TV Turns the TV on or off. WIDE qd TV Sel ects the wide picture
mode.
1-9 5 and 0/10 6
Receiver Use with SHIFT to
preset radio station or tuning to preset stations and with D.TUNING for direct tuning.
CD player/ VCD player/
Selects track numbers.
0/10 selects track 10. LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck
TV/VCR/ Satellite tuner/
Selects channel
numbers. DVD player/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
2CH 5 Receiver Selects 2CH STEREO
mode.
>10/11 6 CD player/
VCD player/
Selects track numbers
over 10. LD player/ MD deck/ Tape deck/ TV/VCR/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner
-/-- w; TV/Blu-ray
disc recorder/ Hard disc
Selects the channel
entry mode, either one
or two digit. recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner
?/1 wj Receiver Turns the receiver on or
off.
Remote Button
Operations Function
./> 6VCR/
CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
m/M 7CD player/
VCD player/ DVD player/ LD player/ MD deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
VCR/ DAT deck/ Tape deck
H 8 VCR/
CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
X 9 VCR/
CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
Skips tracks.
Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction.
Fastforwards or rewinds.
Starts playback.
Pauses playback or record. (Also start recording with components in record standby.)
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Remote Button
x ql VCR/
V/v q; Receiver Selects a menu item. B/b q; Receiver Adjusts or changes the
V/v/B/b q;VCR/
O q; VCD player/
Operations Function
CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
Satellite tuner/ DVD player/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX
LD player/ DVD player/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner
Stops playback.
setting.
Selects a menu item.
Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu.
Selecting the input, macro list and command mode of the remote
Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to select the input and press to enter the selection. The components are factory assigned to the inputs as shown below.
Display Function
VIDEO 1 To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
VIDEO 2 To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
VIDEO 3 To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 2)
DVD To watch DVD.
TV/SAT To watch TV programs or
satellite tuner.
TAPE To listen to audio tape.
MD/DAT To listen to minidisc or DAT
deck.
MD/TAPE To listen to minidisc or audio
tape.
SA-CD To listen to Super Audio CD
or compact disc.
TUNER To listen to radio programs.
PHONO To listen to turntable.
MULTI To listen and watch
components connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks on the receiver.
M1, M2* (Macro List)
Operations Using the Remote RM-AAE001
* For details, see page 59.
Notes
• Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model.
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described.
• When you select the input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, DVD, TV/SAT), the input mode of the TV might not switch to the corresponding input mode that you want. In this case, press the TV/VIDEO button to switch the input mode of the TV.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press ALT first before pressing the buttons.
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Selecting the command

Programming the remote

mode of the remote
Set the remote command mode using the RM SET UP button and Easy scroll key (PUSH). Use a suitable tool to press the RM SET UP button.
Selecting the command mode
You can switch the command mode (AV1 and AV2) of the remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. The initial setting is AV2. To change the command mode of the receiver, see page 63.
1 Hold down RM SET UP and press ?/1. 2 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select “MAIN”.
3 Press PUSH. 4 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select “AV1” or “AV2”.
5 Press PUSH.
The indicator lights up once (twice for AV2), then the command mode switches. You will be able to see your selection (AV1 or AV2) in the display.
To reset the remote to factory settings
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
Note
For details on “Changing the command mode of the
receiver”, see page 45.
You can program the remote to control non­Sony components by changing the code. Once the control signals have been memorized, you can use those components as part of your system. Furthermore, you can also program the remote for Sony components that the remote is unable to control. Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared wireless control signals.
1 Hold down RM SET UP and press
AV ?/1.
The indicator lights up and “IR SET” appears in the display.
2 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select the input (including TV ?/1) for the component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to control a CD player, select SA-CD.
3 Press PUSH. 4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if more than one code exists) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component you want to control.
See the tables on pages 55–57 for information on the numeric code(s) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component (the first digit and the last two digits of the numeric code correspond to the category and the maker’s code respectively.)
5 Press ENTER.
Once the numeric code has been verified, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the programming mode.
6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to control other
components.
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To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the programming mode.
To activate the input after programming
Press the programmed button to activate the input you want.
If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:
• If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
• If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.
Notes
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
pressed.
• In step 2, if you press TV ?/1, only TV VOL +/– ,
TV CH +/–, TV/VIDEO and WIDE buttons are reprogrammed.
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers
entered are valid.
To clear the memory of the remote
To clear all programmed and learned signals, do the following to reset the remote to factory settings.
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
The numeric codes corresponding to the component and the maker of the component
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. Since the remote signal that a component accepts differs depending on the model and year of the component, more than one numeric code may be assigned to a component. If you fail to program your remote using one of the codes, try using other codes.
Notes
• The numeric codes are based on the latest information available for each brand. There is a chance, however, that your component will not respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be available when used with your particular component.
To control a CD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 101, 102, 103
DENON 104, 123
JVC 105, 106, 107
KENWOOD 108, 109, 110
MAGNAVOX 111, 116
MARANTZ 116
ONKYO 112, 113, 114
PANASONIC 115
PHILIPS 116
PIONEER 117
TECHNICS 115, 118, 119
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To control a DAT deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 203
PIONEER 219
To control an MD deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 301
DENON 302
JVC 303
KENWOOD 304
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To control a tape deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 201, 202
DENON 204, 205
KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209
NAKAMICHI 210
PANASONIC 216
PHILIPS 211, 212
PIONEER 213, 214
TECHNICS 215, 216
YAMAHA 217, 218
To control an LD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 601, 602, 603
PIONEER 606
To control a video CD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 605
To control a VCR
Maker Code(s)
SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, 705,
706
AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758
BLAUPUNKT 740
EMERSON 750
GENERAL ELECTRIC 722, 730
HITACHI 722, 729, 741
JVC 726, 727, 728, 736
MAGNAVOX 730, 731, 738
NEC 736
PANASONIC 729, 730, 737, 738, 739,
740
PHILIPS 729, 730, 731
PIONEER 729
RCA/PROSCAN 722, 729, 730, 731, 741,
747
TOSHIBA 747
To control a DVD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
PANASONIC 406, 408
PHILIPS 407
PIONEER 409
TOSHIBA 404
DENON 405
To control a TV
Maker Code(s)
SONY 501, 502
AIWA 539
DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 515, 544
FISHER 508
GOLDSTAR 503, 512, 515, 517, 534,
544, 556
GRUNDIG 511, 533, 534
HITACHI 513, 514, 515, 544, 557
ITT/NOKIA 521, 522
JVC 516
MAGNAVOX 503, 518, 544
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 519, 527, 544
NEC 503, 520, 544, 554
PANASONIC 509, 524, 553
PHILIPS 515, 518, 557
PIONEER 509, 525, 526, 551
RCA/PROSCAN 510, 523, 529, 544
SAMSUNG 503, 515, 531, 532, 534,
544, 556, 557
SANYO 508, 545
SHARP 535
THOMSON 530, 537, 547, 549
TOSHIBA 535, 539, 541, 551
TELEFUNKEN 537, 547, 549, 558
ZENITH 542, 543
* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you
enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead.
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To control a satellite tuner or cable box
Maker Code(s)
SONY 801, 802, 803, 804
JERROLD/G.I. 806, 807, 808, 809, 810,
811, 812, 813, 814
PANASONIC 818
RCA 805, 819
S. ATLANTA 815, 816, 817
To control a tuner
Maker Code(s)
SONY 002, 003, 004, 005
To control a hard disc recorder
Maker Code(s)
SONY 307, 308, 309
To control a blu-ray disc recorder
Maker Code(s)
SONY 310, 311, 312
To control a PSX
Maker Code(s)
SONY 313, 314, 315

Learning the commands of your components

By using the Learning function, it is possible for this remote to perform learned commands.
Setting remote control codes that are not stored in the remote
When a remote control code is not one of the presets stored in the remote, it is possible for the remote to learn the code using the Learning function.
1 Hold down RM SET UP and press
TV ?/1.
The indicator lights up and “LEARN” appears in the display.
2 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select the input (including TV ?/1) for the component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to learn an operation for a CD player, select SA-CD.
3 Press PUSH. 4 Press the button you want to use for
the Learning function.
The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed, then flashes slowly.
5 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the receiver/transmitter on the remote control to be learned.
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6 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send the remote button code.
Lightly pressing the button once should be sufficient. If learning is completed successfully, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the learning mode. When learning is not completed successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession and the procedure returns to step 6. If the memory of the remote is already full, the indicator flashes 8 times in quick succession and the remote automatically exits the learning mode.
Notes
• You can program more than 80 keys for the Learning function. In some cases, you may not be able to program even if you have not programmed 80 buttons. The number of buttons you can program for each input button are shown in the following table.
Input Number of Buttons
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, DVD
VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, TAPE
MD/DAT, SA-CD/CD, TUNER
PHONO, MULTI CH 52 keys TV buttons, (TV ?/1,
TV VOL +/– , TV CH +/–, WIDE, TV/VIDEO
you can program
78 keys
78 keys
78 keys
7 keys
To activate the input source after programming
Press the programmed button to activate the input you want.
To cancel learning
Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the learning mode.
To clear the learned codes
Start over from step 1. After step 4, press TV ?/1 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator lights up twice slowly and the learned code is cleared. If TV ?/1 is pressed less than 2 seconds, the learning procedure returns to the beginning of step 6. When a learned code is cleared, if the button was previously programmed for another input selector, the programmed code for that button can be used.
To clear the memory of the remote
To clear all programmed and learned signals, do the following to reset the remote to factory settings.
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
To use a command that has been learned
When selecting a learned input, press the learned button for that input.
• In steps 2 and 4, the indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed.
• In step 4, if several buttons that can be used for learning are pressed, only the last pressed button is valid. The indicator flashes slowly, it turns ON while a valid button is pressed.
• In step 6, if a button that can be used for learning is pressed, the new button is selected and the learning procedure returns to the beginning of step 6.
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Performing several commands in sequence automatically (Macro Play)

The Macro Play function lets you link several IR codes in a sequential order as a single command. The remote provides 2 macro lists (M1 and M2). You can specify up to 10 IR codes for each macro list.
Setting the sequence of IR codes
1 Hold down RM SET UP and press
TV ?/1.
The indicator lights up and “LEARN” appears in the display.
2 Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to
select “M1” or “M2”.
3 Press the numeric buttons to select the
macro step number.
For example, to program step 1, press 1. The indicator flashes slowly.
4 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the receiver/transmitter on the remote control to be learned.
5 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send the remote button code.
Lightly pressing the button once should be sufficient. If learning is completed successfully, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the learning mode. When learning is not completed successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession and the procedure returns to step 5.
6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to program
up to 10 IR codes.
Tip
If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:
– If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
– If the indicator lights 4 times in quick succession
in step 4, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.
To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To delay the output of an IR code
Delay each macro step individually. In step 3, press PUSH within 2 seconds. 1 second delay is programmed at this program step. The indicator lights up twice slowly, then the remote automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To clear the programmed IR codes
Clear each macro step individually. In step 3,
press
PUSH for more than 2 seconds. The IR code is cleared. The indicator lights up twice slowly, then the remote automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To start macro play
Move the Easy scroll key (PUSH) to select “M1” or “M2”.
Note
If the Macro Play function does not work properly, program a delay between each operation. See “To delay the output of an IR code”.
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Additional Information

Precautions

On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver.
• The receiver is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• (Models of area code U, CA only)
One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you a re unable to insert the plug fully in to the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord must b e changed only at the qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously us e this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.
• Use caution when placing the receiver on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.
If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected.
• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
• Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on.
• Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME –/+ is not set at “VOLUME –00dB”.
• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is not set to off (page 46).
• Check that the headphones are not connected.
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the muting function.
There is no sound from a specific component.
• Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.
• Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver.
There is no sound from one of the front speakers.
• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component ma y not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front sp eaker which is not outputting any sound.
• Make sure you have not connected only the L or R jack to a monaural component. Use a monaural­stereo cable (not supplied) and connect it to both the L and R jacks. However, there will be no sound from the center speaker when a sound field (PRO LOGIC, etc.) is selected. When the center speaker is set to “NO”, sound is output only from front L/R speakers.
There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources.
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN function is not used to assign the audio input of other input to the selected input (page 35).
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX FIXED” or “OPT FIXED” (page 36).
• Check that you have not selected MULTI CH IN function.
There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN function is not used to assign the audio input of other input to the selected input (page 35).
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG FIXED” (page 36). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX FIXED” for the sources from OPTICAL input jack, or set to “OPT FIXED” for the sources from COAXIAL input jack.
• Check that you have not selected MULTI CH IN function.
• Check that “DEC. PRI. XXXX” in the CUSTOMIZE menu is set to “DEC. PRI. AUTO”. The receiver cannot decode the input signal (e.g. DTS-CD) when set to “DEC. PRI. PCM”.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet away from a TV set or fluorescent light.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• Make sure you have grounded U SIGNAL GND terminal (only when a turntable is connected).
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
There is no sound from the surround back speakers.
• Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB DEC ON” (page 34).
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There is no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the center/surround/ surround back speakers.
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 31).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 21).
• Make sure the center/surround speakers size parameter are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (page 19).
• Make sure the surround back speakers selection parameter is set to either “DUAL” or “SINGLE”.
There is no sound from the sub woofer.
• Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely.
• Make sure the sub woofer selection parameter is set to “YES” (page 19).
• There is no sound output from the SUB WOOFER depending on the sound field.
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.
• Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the connected component.
Recording cannot be done.
• Check that the components are connected correctly.
• Select the source component with INPUT SELECTOR.
• Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to “ANALOG FIXED” (page 36) before recording from a digital component connected to the analog MD/TAPE jacks.
• Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to “COAX FIXED” or “OPT FIXED” (page 36) before recording from a digital component connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL MD/TAPE OUT jack.
The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosi on, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Outdoor FM antenna
Receiver
ANTENNA
AM
Ground wire (not supplied)
To ground
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with a utomatic tuning). Use direct tuning.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 25).
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency appears in the display.
There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor.
• Select the appropriate input on the receiver.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
The DIGITAL OPTICAL MD/TAPE OUT jack flashes red.
• When “AUTO 2CH” is selected for INPUT MODE, the jack flashes red when no digital audio signal is input. This depends on the INPUT MODE function, and is not a malfunction.
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Remote control
The remote does not function.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak.
• Check if the command modes of the receiver and the remote is the same. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot operate the receiver with the remote. To switch the command mode of the receiver, press ?/1 to turn off the power. Then, press ?/1 while pressing INPUT MODE. Each time you press ?/1, the command mode switches between “C.MODE.AV2” and “C.MODE.AV1”. (The initial setting is “C.MODE.AV2”.) To switch the command mode of the remote, see “Selecting the command mode of the remote” on page 54.
• Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press ALT first before pressing the buttons.
• Before you use the V/v/B/b button for receiver operation, press MAIN MENU. To operate other components, press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV MENU after pressing the input button.
If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 18). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory
To clear See
All memorized settings page 18
Customized sound fields page 38
Additional Information
Error messages
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the receiver by the message.
PROTECTOR
Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If this problem persists, turn off the receiver and consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (Models of area code U only)
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 110 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
Power output Models of area code U, CA Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)
110 W + 110 W
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
120 W + 120 W
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)
150 W + 150 W Reference Power Output (8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)
2)
FRONT
: 110 W/ch
2)
CENTER SURR SURR BACK
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) FRONT CENTER SURR SURR BACK
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT CENTER SURR SURR BACK
: 110 W
2)
: 110 W/ch
2)
2)
: 120 W/ch
2)
: 120 W
2)
: 120 W/ch
2)
2)
: 150 W/ch
2)
: 150 W
2)
: 150 W/ch
2)
1)
: 110 W/ch
: 120 W/ch
: 150 W/ch
1) Measured under the following conditions:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
2) Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.
1)
1)
1)
Frequency response
PHONO RIAA equalization curve
±0.5 dB
MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, TV/SAT, MD/TAPE, DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3
10 Hz – 100 kHz +0.5/–2 dB (with sound field and equalizer bypassed)
Inputs (Analog)
PHONO Sensitivity: 8 mV
Impedance: 50 kiloohms
3)
S/N
: 86 dB
4)
3)
: 96 dB
)
4)
)
MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, TV/SAT, MD/TAPE, DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3
(A, 8 mV
Sensitivity: 500 mV Impedance: 50 kiloohms S/N (A, 500 mV
3) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer bypassed).
4) Weighted network, input level.
Inputs (Digital)
DVD, SA-CD/CD (Coaxial)
Sensitivity: – Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)
TV/SAT, SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, VIDEO 3 (Optical)
Sensitivity: – Impedance: – S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)
Outputs (Analog)
MD/TAPE (OUT), VIDEO 1, 2
Voltage: 500 mV Impedance: 10 kiloohms
(AUDIO OUT)
SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 1 kiloohms
Outputs (Digital)
MD/TAPE (Optical) Sensitivity: –
Equalizer
Gain levels ±10 dB, 0.5 dB step
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FM tuner section
Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/ 75 ohms Useable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms S/N Mono: 76 dB Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz – 15 kHz,
+0.5/–2 dB
Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,710 kHz With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,710 kHz
5)
5)
Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
999 kHz) S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV/m) Harmonic distortion 0.5% (50 mV/m, 400 Hz) Selectivity At 9 kHz: 35 dB At 10 kHz: 40 dB
5) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10
kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down PRESET TUNING + or TUNING +, press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.
General
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
Area code Power consumption
U 310 W
CA 420 VA
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.5 W (when “INST. MODE” in the CIS menu is set to “OFF”) (page 43)
AC outlets 2 switched, 120 W/1A
MAX
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
430 × 160.5 × 398.5 mm (16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 15 5/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls
Mass (Approx.) 14.0 kg (30 lb 14 oz)
Supplied accessories
FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) AC power cord (1) Remote commander RM-AAE001 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Additional Information
Video section
Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms S-video: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
B/CB/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p,
P
75 ohms
P
R/CR/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p,
75 ohms
80 MHz HD Pass Through
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List of button locations and reference pages

Illustrati
How to use this page
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
A - I
A.F.D. qg (30, 33) DIRECT q; (29) DISPLAY 7 (26, 62) Display 5 (27) INPUT MODE 8 (36, 45) INPUT SELECTOR qs (23, 24,
25, 36, 40, 44, 62)
IR (receptor) 1 (49, 63)
M - O
MAIN MENU 3 (18, 37, 38, 44)
2
3
4
1
MASTER VOLUME –/+ 9 (21,
23, 61)
MEMORY/ENTER 4 (25, 35,
36, 43, 44)
MENU wf (18, 37, 38, 44) MOVIE qf (31, 32, 62)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
(indicator) 6 (24) MULTI CH IN qa (24) MUSIC qd (32, 62)
P - Z
PHONES (jack) wg (23, 61) PRESET TUNING + w; (25, 65)
6
5
on number
r
DISPLAY 7 (26, 62)
Name of button/part Reference page
RR
PRESET TUNING – wa (25) SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) wh
(16, 46, 61)
SURR BACK DECODING qj
(33)
TUNING + qk (24, 65) TUNING – ql (24) VIDEO 3 INPUT (jacks) wd (13)
NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS
2CH qh (29, 33, 38) ?/1 (power) 2 (18, 21, 38, 63,
65)
–/+ ws (18, 37, 38, 44)
7
8
9
Additional Information
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To remove the cover
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Press PUSH to remove the cover. When you remove the cover, keep the cover out of reach of the children.
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Index

A
Adjusting
CIS parameters 43 CUSTOMIZE parameters 39 EQUALIZER parameter 38 LEVEL parameter 37, 42 SP SET UP parameters 18, 40 speaker level and balance 21
Automatic tuning 24
C
Changing
display 26 CIS 43 CIS menu 43 Clearing receiver’s memory 18 CUSTOMIZE menu 39
D
Digital Cinema Sound 31 Direct tuning 25 Dual Mono 40 Dubbing. See Recording
E
Editing. See Recording EQUALIZER menu 38
I
Indexing. See Naming
R
Recording
on a video tape 47 on an audio tape or MD 46
S
Selecting
component 23 front speaker system 46
sound field 31–33 Sleep Timer 45 Sound field
customizing 37
pre-programmed 31–33
resetting 38
selecting 31–33 SP SET UP menu 18, 40 Speakers
adjusting speaker level and balance 21
connection 15
impedance 17
placement 15 Supplied accessories 65
T
Test tone 21 Tuning
automatically 24
directly 25
preset stations 25
Additional Information
L
Labeling. See Naming LEVEL menu 37, 42
N
Naming 44
P
Preset stations
how to 25 how to tune 26
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