Sony STR-DG720 Operating Instruction

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Multi Channel AV Receiver

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Operating Instructions

STR-DG720

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.

M o d e l N o . ______________________________________________________

Serial No. ________________________________

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.

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

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

For customers in the United States

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 p roper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be

connected to the grounding system of the building, 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.

as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DG720. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, models of area code U is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CA only”.

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

About area codes

The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).

FRONT A

CENTER FRONT B

KERS

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 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI

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

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

“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the doubleD symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent

#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,003,467; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, DTS Digital Surround, ES, and Neo:6 are registered trademarks and the DTS logos, Symbol and DTS 96/24 are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Description and location of parts...................5

1: Installing the speakers .............................14

2: Connecting the speakers..........................15

3: Connecting the TV ..................................17

4a: Connecting the audio components.........18

4b: Connecting the video components ........19

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............26

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....27

7: Selecting the speaker system...................28

8: Calibrating the appropriate settings

automatically

(AUTO CALIBRATION) .......................29

9: Adjusting the speaker levels and

balance (TEST TONE) ...........................32

Playback

Selecting a component.................................34

Listening/Watching a component ................35

Resetting sound fields to the initial

settings ................................................... 56

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 57

Presetting radio stations.............................. 58

Listening to the XM Radio ......................... 61

Presetting XM Radio channels ................... 66

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for

“BRAVIA” Sync .................................... 69

Preparing Control for HDMI function ........ 71

Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play) ........... 72

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)......................... 73

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power Off) ............................... 74

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus...........................37

Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu).............41

Adjusting the equalizer (EQ menu).............42

Settings for the surround sound

(SUR menu)............................................42

Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........44

Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).........45

Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).........46

Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...47 Calibrating the appropriate settings

automatically (A. CAL menu)................50

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround

sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) .......51

Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....53

Using only the front speakers

(2CH STEREO)......................................55

Listening to the sound without any

adjustment (ANALOG DIRECT)...........56

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog

audio (INPUT MODE) .......................... 75

Listening to digital sound from other

inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)................... 75

Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

(DMPORT) ............................................ 76

Naming inputs............................................. 78

Changing the display .................................. 79

Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 79

Recording using the receiver....................... 80

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments..................... 81

Additional Information

Glossary ...................................................... 82

Precautions.................................................. 84

Troubleshooting .......................................... 85

Specifications.............................................. 89

Index ........................................................... 91

Getting Started

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Description and location of parts

Front panel

Getting Started

?/1

TUNING MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

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TUNING

MEMORY/

ENTER

CATEGORY

MODE

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SPEAKERS

(OFF/A/B)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

Name Function

A ?/1

(on/standby)

B SPEAKERS

(OFF/A/B)

C TUNING

MODE

TUNING +/–

D Display The current status of the

E Remote

sensor

F DISPLAY Press to select information

Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 27, 35, 36, 56,

90).

Press to select the front speaker system (page 28).

Press or turn to operate the tuner (FM/AM/XM) (page 57, 63).

selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 7).

Receives signals from remote commander.

displayed on the display (page 79).

CATEGORY

MASTER VOLUME

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

ANALOG

DIRECT

MUTING

Name Function

G INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode

H MASTER

VOLUM E

I MUTING Press to turn off the sound

J ANALOG

DIRECT

K INPUT

SELECTOR

when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 75).

Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 33, 34, 35,

36).

temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound (page 34).

Press to listen to high quality analog sound (page 56).

Turn to select the input source to play back (page 34, 35, 36, 56, 57, 59, 60, 75, 78,

80).

continued

Name Function

L 2CH Press to select a sound field

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

M CATEGORY

MODE

CATEGORY +/–

N MEMORY/

ENTER

O VIDEO 2 IN/

PORTABLE AV IN jacks

P AUTO CAL

MIC jack

Q PHONES jack Connects to headphones

(page 51).

Used when listening to XM Radio (page 61).

Press to store a station or enter the selection when selecting the settings (page 27, 59, 67).

Connects to a portable audio/ video component such as a camcorder or video game (page 24, 34).

Connects to the supplied optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 29).

(page 85).

About the indicators on the display

Getting Started

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 q;9

SL S

SBL

SBR

SP B

SP A

LFE

Name Function

A SW Lights up when sub woofer

B LFE Lights up when the disc being

C SP A/SP B Lights up according to the

D ; D/

; D EX

D EX;PLIIx;PL OPT CATDTS -ES 96/24 MEMORY ST

;

Name Function

selection is set to “YES” (page

47) and the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack.

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

speaker system used. However, these indicators do not light up if the speaker output is turned off or if headphones are connected.

“; D” lights up when the receiver is decoding Dolby Digital signals. “; D EX” lights up when the receiver is decoding Dolby Digital Surround EX signals.

Note

When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” (page 75).

E ; PL/

; PLII/ ; PLIIx

F OPT Lights up when INPUT MODE

“; PL” lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. “; PLII” lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie/Music/ Game decoder is activated. “; PLIIx” 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” (page 40) 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 or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL jack (page 75).

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continued

Name Function

G DTS/

DTS-ES/ DTS 96/24

H CAT Lights up when category mode

I MEMORY Lights up when a memory

J Tuner

indicators

K Preset

station indicators

L D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range

M NEO:6 Lights up when DTS Neo:6

N COAX Lights up when INPUT MODE

O HDMI Lights up when the receiver

“DTS” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS signals. “DTS-ES” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS-ES signals. “DTS 96/24” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS 96/24 (96 kHz/24 bit) signals.

Note

When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” (page 75).

is set to “ONE CAT” during XM Radio operation (page 65).

function, such as Preset Memory (page 59), etc., is activated.

Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 57), etc.

Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 58.

compression is activated (page

38).

Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 52).

is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL jack (page 75).

recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 20).

Name Function

P Playback

channel indicators

L R C SL SR S

SBL SBR SB

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 speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Surround Back Left Surround Back Right Surround Back (the surround back components obtained by

6.1 channel decoding)

Example:

Recording format (Front/ Surround): 3/2.1 Output channel: When surround speakers are set to “NO” (page 40) Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

LCR

SL SR

Rear panel

Getting Started

321 1

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

6 575 4

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section

OPTICAL IN jacks

COAXIAL IN jack

HDMI IN/ OUT* jacks

Connects to a DVD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack provides a better sound quality (page 22,

23).

Connects to a DVD player, satellite tuner, or a Blu-ray disc player. The image is output to a TV or a projector while the sound can be output from a TV or/and speakers connected to this receiver (page 20).

PR/ C

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

B ANTENNA section

FM ANTENNA jack

AM ANTENNA terminals

XM ANTENNA jack

C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

OUTPUT section

Green (Y)

Blue (P

Red (P

Y, PB/CB, PR/CR IN/OUT* jacks

B/CB)

R/CR)

Connects to the supplied FM wire antenna (aerial) (page 26).

Connects to the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) (page 26).

Connects to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (not supplied) (page 62).

Connects to a DVD player, TV, satellite tuner, etc. You can enjoy high quality image (page 17–23).

continued

D SPEAKERS section

Connects to the speakers (page 15).

Remote commander

You can use the supplied RM-AAU021 Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 81).

E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

White (L)

Red (R)

Black

AUDIO IN/ OUT jacks

AUDIO OUT jack

Connects to a S uper Audio CD player, CD recorder, etc. (page 18).

Connects to a sub woofer (page 15).

F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT

section

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow

AUDIO IN/ OUT jacks

VIDEO IN/ OUT* jacks

Connects to a VC R, DVD player, etc. (page 17–24).

G DMPORT

DMPORT jack

* You can watch the selected input image when you

connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack to a TV or projector (page 17).

Connects to a DIGITAL MED IA PORT adapter (page 77).

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qg qf

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

?/1

DMPORT

0/10

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

CATEGORY MODE

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

?/1

1 2

7 8

9 q;

Name Function

A TV ?/1

(on/standby)

AV ?/1 (on/standby)

B ?/1

(on/standby)

C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to

D 2CH Press to select a sound field.

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

E THEATER Press to enjoy optimal image

Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at the same time to turn the TV on or off.

Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video c omponents that the remote is assigned to operate (page 81). If you press ?/1 (B) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY).

Note

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

Press to turn the receiver on or off. To turn off all Sony components, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).

select the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components. You can change the button assignments following the steps in “Changing button assignments” on page 81.

suited for movies and to output the sound from the speakers connected to this receiver automatically.

Note

This button will only function if your TV is compatible with Theater Mode. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV for details.

Name Function

F DVD/BD

AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto

G D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning

D.SKIP Press to skip a disc when

H AMP MENU Press to display the menu of

I ENTER Press to enter the value after

MEMORY Press to store a station.

J MUTING Press to turn off the sound

K TV VOL

/–

MASTER

VOL +

L ./>

REPLAY / ADVANCE

m/M

Press to display the menu of the DVD or Blu-ray disc on the TV screen . Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations.

Calibration function.

mode.

using a multi-disc changer.

the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations.

selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner.

temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound. Press MUTING and TV (M) at the same time to activate the TV’s muting function.

Press TV VOL +/– and TV (M) at the same time to adjust the volume level of the TV.

Press to adjust the volume

/–

level of all speakers at the same time.

Press to skip a track of the CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

Press to replay the previous

scene or fast forward the current scene of the VCR, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to – search tracks in the forward/

reverse direction of the DVD player.

– start fast forward/rewind of

the VCR, CD player or Bluray disc player.

Getting Started

continued

Name Function

a)b)

TV CH +/– Press TV CH +/– and TV (M)

CATEGORY +/–

PRESET +/– Press to select

TUNING +/– Press to scan a station.

CATEGORY MODE

FM MODE Press to select the FM

M TV Press TV and the button with

N MENU/HOME Press to display the menu of

Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD play er or Blu-ray disc player. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)

Press to stop playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.

at the same time to select preset TV channels.

Press to select a category for XM Radio (page 65).

– preset stations. – preset channels of the VCR

or satellite tuner.

Press to select the category mode for XM Radio (page 65).

monaural or stereo reception.

orange printing at the same time to enable TV operation.

the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player on the TV screen. Press MENU/HOME and TV (M) at the same time to display the TV’s menu. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations.

Name Function

O RETURN/

EXIT O

V/v/B/b

Q DISPLAY Press to select information

R TOOLS/

OPTIONS

Press to – return to the previous menu. – exit the menu while the

menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player is displayed on the TV screen.

Press RETURN/EXIT O and TV (M) at the same time to return to the previous menu or exit the TV’s menu while the menu is displayed on the TV screen.

After pressing DVD/BD MENU (F), AMP MENU (H), or MENU/HOME (N), press V, v , B or b to select the settings. Then, press to enter the selection if you have pressed DVD/BD MENU or MENU/HOME previously. Press also to enter the selection of the receiver, VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

displayed on the TV screen of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. Press DISPLAY and TV (M) at the same time to display TV’s information on the TV screen.

Press to display and select the options of the DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and TV (M) at the same time to display the options applicable to the Sony TV.

Name Function

S z Press to input the decimal

>10 Press to select track numbers

CLEAR Press to clear a mistake when

T Numeric

buttons (number 5

U TV INPUT Press TV INPUT and TV (M)

SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep

The nu mber 5, MASTE R VOL +, T V V OL +, and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.

This button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter operation. For details on the function of the button, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

point for channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal.

z and TV (M) at the

Press same time to input the decimal point for the channel numbers of the TV.

over 10 of the CD player.

you press the incorrect numeric button.

Press to – preset/tune to preset

)

stations.

– select track numbers of the

CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press 0/10 to select track number

10.

– select channel numbers of

the VCR or satellite tuner.

Press the numeric buttons and TV (M) at the same time to select the TV channels.

at the same time to select the input signal (TV input or video input).

Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.

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.

Getting Started

1: Installing the speakers

This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one sub woofer).

Enjoying a 5.1/7.1 channel 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).

Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration

You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded sound in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel system) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel system). See “Using the surround back decoding mode (SB DEC)” (page 43).

Example of a 7.1 channel speaker system configuration

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) HSub woofer

AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSurround back speaker (left) GSurround back speaker (right) HSub woofer

Tips

• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position.

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

2: Connecting the speakers

HDMI

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

PR/ C

AUDIO

VIDEO

SAT

MONITOR

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

DVD

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

VIDEO 1

SURROUND FRONT B

LRLRLR

SUB WOOFER

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

Getting Started

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK CENTER

AUDIO

OUT

EDG

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

AFront speaker A (left) BFront speaker A (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left)

FRONT A

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals

/32 in.

(10 mm)

ESurround speaker (right) FSurround back speaker (left) GSurround back speaker (right) HSub woofer

continued

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) on the front panel (page 28).

If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.

When you connect a sub woofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to a sub woofer, then sound may not be output.

3: Connecting the TV

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

Audio signals Video signals

Audio/video

signals

Getting Started

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

BC D

SAT IN

DVD IN

BD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

OUT

VIDEO 1

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

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

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

D Component video cord (not supplied) E Video cord (not supplied)

OUT

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 1 IN

MONITOR OUT

PR/ C

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

continued

Notes

• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips

• To output the sound of the TV from the speakers connected to the receiver, be sure to – connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the

TV IN jacks of the receiver.

– turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s

muting function.

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

4a: Connecting the audio components

Connecting a Super Audio CD/ CD player or CD recorder

The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder. Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). After connecting your audio component, proceed to “4b: Connecting the video components”(page 19).

Super Audio CD player/CD player/ CD recorder

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SAT IN

A Audio cord (not supplied)

4b: Connecting the video components

Getting Started

How to connect your components

This section describes how to connect your video components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). After connecting all your components, proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)” (page 26).

Component to be connected

Component Page

TV 17

With HDMI jack 20

DVD player 22

Satellite tuner/Set-top box 23

DVD recorder, VCR 24

Camcorder, video game, etc. 24

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

See “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 75).

Video input/output jacks to be connected

The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. Select the connection according to the jacks on your components.

PB/C

HDMI

PR/C

COMPONENT VIDEO

Digital Analog

High quality image

Note

Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

VIDEO

Connecting components with HDMI jacks

HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format.

HDMI features

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

• The receiver supports xvYCC transmission.

• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI function. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 69).

Satellite tuner

OPTICAL

SAT IN

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

(ASSIGNABLE)

DIGITAL

DC5V

0.7A MAX

DMPORT

Audio/video

signals

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

DVD player

Audio/video

signals

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

Blu-ray disc player TV, projector, etc.

Audio/video

signals

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

PR/

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

Audio/video

signals

FRONT A

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

Notes on HDMI connections

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

• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI OUT jack. The video input signals cannot be output from the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks.

• When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set “AUDIO FOR HDMI” to “TV+AMP” in the VIDEO menu (page 39). If you cannot play back multi channel software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not output from the TV speaker.

• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output.

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

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

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

• You can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection.

• Set the image resolution of the playback component to 720p,1080i or 1080p when you output 96 kHz multi-channel sound over an HDMI connection.

• You may need to make certain settings on the image resolution of the player before you can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the player.

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

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

Getting Started

Connecting a DVD player

The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

DVD player

Audio signals Video signals

Note

To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player.

Tip

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

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

AB D

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

SAT IN

DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

PR/ C

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

Connecting a satellite tuner/ Set-top box

The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio signals Video signals

ABC D

Notes

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the

plugs straight in until they click into place.

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip

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

Getting Started

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

DVD

SAT

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

HDMI

DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

SAT IN

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

AUDIO

OUT

PR/

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

Connecting components with analog video and audio jack

The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a DVD recorder, VCR, etc.

DVD recorder, VCR

Video signals Audio signals

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

SUB WOOFER

Camcorder/ video game

HDMI

SAT IN DVD IN

VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

P C

PR/

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

AUDIO

OUT

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

(On the front panel)

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Audio/video cord (not supplied)

Notes

• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 81).

• You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 78).

Getting Started

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

SAT

DVD

Notes

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

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

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

HDMI

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

AUDIO

OUT

PR/

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote

Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

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

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

Getting Started

AC power cord (mains lead)

FRONT A

T B

1,2

?/1

AUTO CAL MIC

TUNING MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

ENTER

MODE

CATEGORY

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)

PHONES

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

MASTER VOLUME

ANALOG

MUTING

DIRECT

receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the display alternately.

To the wall outlet

3 Press MEMORY/ENTER.

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

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU021 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.

7: Selecting the speaker system

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

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)

Notes

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

• Do not use a new battery with old ones.

• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of batteries.

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

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

• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons may be reset to their factory settings. If this happens, reassign the buttons again (page 81).

Tip

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones.

AUTO CAL MIC

?/1

TUNING MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY

ENTER

MODE

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)

PHONES

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

ANALOG

MUTING

DIRECT

Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to drive.

To select Light up

The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals

The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals

To turn off the speaker output, press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) repeatedly until the “SP A” and “SP B” indicators on the display light off.

Note

You cannot switch the front speaker system by pressing SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) when the headphones are connected to the receiver.

SP A

SP B

8: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

Notes

• The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected.

• If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically.

Getting Started

(AUTO CALIBRATION)

The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function allows you to perform automatic calibration such as:

• Checking the connection between each speaker and the receiver.

• Adjusting the speaker level.

• Measuring the distance of each speaker from your listening position.

The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound balance in your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels and balance manually according to your preference. For details, see “9: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 33).

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, install and connect the speakers (page 14, 15).

• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not connect other microphones to this jack. Doing so may damage the receiver and the microphone.

• During calibration, the sound that comes out of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay attention to the presence of children or to the effect on your neighborhood.

• Perform Auto Calibration in a quiet environment to avoid the effect of noise and to get a more accurate measurement.

• If there are any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers, the calibration cannot be performed correctly. Remove any obstacles from the measurement area to avoid measurement error.

?/1

TUNING MODE

TUNING

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

ENTER

MODE

CATEGORY

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR

Optimizer microphone

ANALOG

MUTING

DIRECT

1 Connect the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

2 Set up the optimizer

microphone.

Place the optimizer microphone at your listening position.You can also use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears.

Performing Auto Calibration

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

DMPORT

0/10

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

?/1 switch

Input buttons

MUTING

MASTER VOL +/–

3 Measurement starts.

The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts.

Measurement for Display

Environment noise level

Speaker connection MEASURE and SP

Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN

Speaker distance MEASURE and

* The corresponding speaker indicator lights

up in the display during measurement.

NOISE.CHK

DET. appears alternately*

appears alternately*

DISTANCE appears alternately*

4 Measurement ends.

“COMPLETE” appears on the display and the settings are registered.

1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press AUTO CAL.

Measurement starts in 5 seconds and the display changes as follows: A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1] While the time is counting down, stand away from the measurement area to avoid measurement error.

When you have finished

Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

Notes

• Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer. Therefore, all sub woofer settings will be maintained.

• If you have changed the position of the speakers, it is recommended that you perform Auto Calibration again in order to enjoy the surround sound.

Tips

• When Auto Calibration starts: – Stand some distance from the speakers and the

listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement.

– Avoid making noise to get a more accurate

measurement.

• The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you do the following during the measurement process: – Press ?/1 or MUTING. – Press the input buttons or turn the INPUT

SELECTOR on the receiver. – Change the volume level. – Connect the headphones. – Press AUTO CAL again.

Error and warning codes

When error codes appear

When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t blank display) t ENTER

Appears when there are more than one error code.

To rectify the error

1 Record down the error code. 2 Press . 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error.

For details, see “Error codes and remedies” below.

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto

Calibration again (page 30).

t PUSH t blank display

Error codes and remedies

Error code Cause and remedy

ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy.

ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near

ERROR 12 None of the speakers are detected.

ERROR 20 Front speakers are not detected or

ERROR 21 Only one surround speaker is

ERROR 22 The surround back speaker is

ERROR 23 Surround back speaker is detected

Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.

the optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone.

Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform Auto Calibration again.

only one front speaker is detected. Check the front speakers connection.

detected. Check the surround speakers connection.

connected only to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK R terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connec t it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.

but surround speakers are not connected. Be sure to connect the surround speakers.

When warning codes appear

During Auto Calibration, the warning code provides information on the measurement result. The warning code will appear on the display cyclically as follows: Warning code t blank display t (warning code t blank display) display t ENTER

Appears when there are more than one warning code.

t PUSH t blank

Getting Started

You can choose to ignore the warning code as the Auto Calibration function will automatically adjust the settings. You can also change the settings manually.

continued

To change the settings manually

1 Record down the warning code. 2 Press . 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Follow the solution provided in the

“Warning codes and solutions” below.

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto

Calibration again (page 30).

Warning codes and solutions

Warning code

WARN. 40 The environment is noisy.

WARN. 60 The front speaker balance is out of

WARN. 62 The center speaker level is out of

WARN. 63 The surround left speaker level is

WARN. 64 The surround right speaker level is

WARN. 65 The surround back left speaker

WARN. 66 The surround back right speaker

WARN. 70 The front speaker distance is out of

WARN. 72 The center speaker distance is out

WARN. 73 The surround left speaker distance

WARN. 74 The surroun d right speaker distance

Explanation and solution

Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.

range. Reposition your front speakers.

range. Reposition your center speaker.

out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.

out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.

level is out of range. Reposition your surround back left speaker.

level is out of range. Reposition your surround back right speaker.

range. Reposition your front speakers.

of range. Reposition your center speaker.

is out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.

is out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.

Warning

Explanation and solution

code

WARN. 75 The surround back left speaker

distance is out of range. Reposition your surround back left speaker.

WARN. 76 The surround back right speaker

distance is out of range. Reposition your surround back right speaker.

For details, refer “Front speaker distance” (page 48).

For details, refer “Tip” on page 49.

9: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance

(TEST TONE)

You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position.

Tip

The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“T. TONE Y”.

The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround back right*

t Surround back left* t Surround left t Sub woofer

* You will only hear the test tone from the

– surround back left and right speakers when

surround back speakers are set to “DUAL”.

– surround back left speaker when surround

back speakers are set to “SINGLE”.

Getting Started

2-5

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

DMPORT

0/10

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

Input buttons

MASTER VOL +/–

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press or b to enter the

menu.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“T. TONE”.

6 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, see “Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)” (page 41).

Tips

• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

• The adjusted value is shown on the display during adjustment.

7 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to select

“T. TONE N”.

You can also press any input buttons. The test tone turns off.

When a test tone is not output from the speakers

• The speaker cords may not be connected securely.

• The speaker cords may have the short-circuit problem.

Note

The test tone does not work when ANALOG DIRECT is selected.

4 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

Playback

Selecting a component

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

DMPORT

0/10

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MUTING

Selected input [Display]

SAT [SAT]

Components that can be played back

Satellite tuner, etc. connected to the SAT jack

TV [TV]

SA-CD/CD [SA-CD/CD/ CD-R]*

TV, etc. connected to the TV jack

Super Audio CD/CD player/CD recorder, etc., connected to the SA-CD/ CD/CD-R jack

TUNER

Built-in radio tuner

[FM or AM band]

TUNER

For details, see page 61.

[XM RADIO]

* “VIDEO 2/PORTABLE AV” and “SA-CD/

CD/CD-R” scroll across the display, then “VIDEO 2” and “SA-CD/CD” appear respectively.

2 Turn on the component and

start playback.

RETURN/EXIT

Press the input button to select

MENU/HOME

a component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display.

Selected input [Display]

DMPORT [DMPORT]

VIDEO 1 [VIDEO 1]

VIDEO 2 [VIDEO 2/ PORTABLE AV]*

BD [BD]

DVD [DVD]

Components that can be played back

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter connected to the DMPORT jack

DVD recorder, VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 jack

Camcorder, video game, etc., connected to the VIDEO 2 IN/ PORTABLE AV IN jack

Blu-ray disc player, etc., connected to the BD jack

DVD player, etc., connected to DVD jack

3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to

adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

To activate the muting function

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

• Press MUTING again.

• Increase the volume.

• Turn off the receiver.

To avoid damaging your speakers

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

Listening/Watching a component

Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD

TV INPUT

?/1

DMPORT

SLEEP

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE MUSIC

2CH A.F.D.

123

MEMORY

>10

0/10

ENTER

CLEAR

TOOLS/

OPTIONS

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

TV CH –

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

PRESET –

TUNING –TVTUNING +

CATEGORY MODE

HmM

THEATER

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

AMP MENU

MASTER VOL

FM MODE

DVD/BD

D.SKIP

MUTING

TV VOL

TV CH + PRESET +

2 3

?/1

SPEAKERS

(OFF/A/B)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

Notes

• The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player.

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player.

Tip

You can select the sound field to suit the music. Refer to page 53 for details. Recommended sound fields: Classical: HALL Jazz: JAZZ Live concert: CONCERT

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING MODE

TUNING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

ENTER

MODE

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

ANALOG DIRECT

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD

player, then place the disc on the tray.

2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press SA-CD/CD.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “SA-CD/CD/CD-R”.

4 Play back the disc. 5 Adjust to a suitable volume. 6 After you have finished listening to the

Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/ CD player.

Playback

Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc

TV INPUT

?/1

DMPORT

SLEEP

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE MUSIC

2CH A.F.D.

123

MEMORY

>10

0/10

ENTER

CLEAR

TOOLS/

OPTIONS

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

MENU/HOME

TV CH –

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

PRESET –

TUNING –TVTUNING +

CATEGORY MODE

HmM

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

TV CH +

PRESET +

FM MODE

2 3

?/1

SPEAKERS

(OFF/A/B)

AUTO CAL MIC

PHONES

TUNING MODE

TUNING

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

ANALOG DIRECT

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

ENTER

MODE

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

Notes

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc player.

• Check the following if you cannot listen to multi channel sound. – Be sure this receiver is

connected to the DVD player/ Blu-ray disc player via a digital connection.

– Be sure the digital audio

output of the DVD player/ Blu-ray disc player is set up properly.

Tips

• Select the sound format of the disc to be played, if necessary.

• You can select the sound field to suit the movie/music. Refer to page 53 for details. Recommended sound fields: Movie: C.ST.EX Music: CONCERT

1 Turn on the TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc

player.

2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press DVD to watch a DVD or press BD to

watch a Blu-ray disc.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select “DVD” or “BD”.

4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image

of the DVD/Blu-ray disc is displayed.

5 Play back the disc. 6 Adjust to a suitable volume. 7 After you have finished watching the DVD/

Blu-ray disc, eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc player.

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus

By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver.

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

OPTIONS

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

123

>10

0/10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

2-6

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

MENU/HOME

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

TV CH +

PRESET +

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

To return to the previous display

Press B.

To exit the menu

Press AMP MENU.

Note

Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

Amplifier Operations

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the menu you want.

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want to adjust.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

Overview of the menus

The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 37.

Menu [Display]

LEVEL [1-LEVEL] (page 41)

EQ [2-EQ] (page 42)

SUR [3-SUR] (page 42)

Parameters [Display]

Test tone

Front speaker balance

[T. TONE] T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N

[FRT BAL]

Center speaker level [CNT LVL]

Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]

Surround right speaker level [SR LVL]

Surround back speaker level [SB LVL]

Surround back left speaker

level

[SBL LVL]

Surround back right speaker

[SBR LVL]

level

Sub woofer level [SW LVL]

Dynamic range compressor [D. RANGE]

Equalizer on/off

Front speaker bass level

[EQ] EQ OFF, EQ ON EQ OFF

[BASS LVL]

Front speaker treble level

[TRE LVL]

Sound field selection

[S.F. SELCT]

Surround back decoding

[SB DEC]

mode

Effect level

[EFFECT] EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD,

Settings Initial

BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8

CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB (1 dB step)

SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB (1 dB step)

SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB (1 dB step)

SB –10 dB to SB +10 dB (1 dB step)

SBL –10 dB to SBL +10 dB (1 dB step)

SBR –10 dB to SBR +10 dB (1 dB step)

SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB (1 dB step)

COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. MAX

BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB (1 dB step)

TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB (1 dB step)

For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 51).

SB OFF, SB AUTO, SB ON SB AUTO

EFCT. MAX

setting

BALANCE

CNT 0 dB

SUR L 0 dB

SUR R 0 dB

SB 0 dB

SBL 0 dB

SBR 0 dB

SW 0 dB

COMP. OFF

BASS 0 dB

TRE 0 dB

A.F.D. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, 2, BD, DVD, SAT; 2CH ST. for: TV, SA-CD/CD, TUNER, DMPORT

EFCT. STD

Menu [Display]

TUNER [4-TUNER] (page 44)

AUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 45)

VIDEO [6-VIDEO] (page 46)

Parameters [Display]

FM station receiving mode

[FM MODE]

Naming preset stations

[NAME IN]

a)e)

XM Antenna Aiming [XM ANT]

Digital audio input decoding

[DEC. PRI.]

priority

Digital broadcast language

selection

Synchronizes audio with video output

[DUAL]

[A.V. SYNC.]

Digital audio input assignment [D. ASSIGN]

Naming inputs

Audio for HDMI

[NAME IN] For details, see “Naming inputs”

a)d)

[AUDIO FOR HDMI]

Control for HDMI

a)d)

[CONTROL FOR HDMI]

Naming inputs

[NAME IN] For details, see “Naming inputs”

Settings Initial

setting

FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO

For details, see “Naming preset stations” (page 60).

For details, see “XM Antenna Aiming” (page 44).

DEC. PCM, DEC. AUTO DEC. PCM for:

SA-CD/CD; DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, 2, BD, DVD, SAT, TV

DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S,

DUAL M

DUAL M+S

A.V.SYNC. N, A.V.SYNC. Y A.V.SYNC. N

For details, see “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 75).

(page 78).

AMP, TV+AMP AMP

CTRL OFF, CTRL ON CTRL OFF

(page 78).

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Menu [Display]

SYSTEM [7-SYSTEM] (page 47)

Parameters [Display]

Sub woofer

[SW SPK]

Front speakers

Settings Initial

setting

NO, YES YES

SMALL, LARGE LARGE

[FRT SPK]

Center speaker

NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE

[CNT SPK]

Surround speakers

NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE

[SUR SPK]

Surround back speakers

NO, SINGLE, DUAL DUAL

[SB SPK]

Front speaker distance

[FRT DIST.]

Center speaker distance

[CNT DIST.]

Surround left speaker distance [SL DIST.]

Surround right speaker

distance

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

[SR DIST.]

Surround back speaker

a)b)

distance

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

[SB DIST.]

Surround back left speaker

a)c)

distance

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

[SBL DIST.]

Surround back right speaker

a)c)

distance

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

[SBR DIST.]

Surround speaker position [SUR POS.]

Speaker crossover frequency [CRS. FREQ]

Brightness of the display

BEHD/HI, BEHD/LO, SIDE/HI, SIDE/LO

CRS > 40 Hz to CRS > 160 Hz (10 Hz step)

0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim

SIDE/LO

CRS > 100 Hz

[DIMMER]

A. CAL [8-A. CAL]

Auto Calibration [AUTO CAL]

A.CAL NO, A.CAL YES A.CAL NO

(page 50)

For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “SINGLE”.

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “DUAL”.

“AUDIO FOR HDMI” and “CONTROL FOR HDMI” scroll across the display, then “AUDIO” and “CONTROL” appear respectively.

This parameter is only available if the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock is connected to the XM jack on the receiver.

Adjusting the level

(LEVEL menu)

You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

LEVEL menu parameters

x T. TONE (Test tone)

Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see “9: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 33).

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “SINGLE” in SYSTEM menu.

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “DUAL” in SYSTEM menu.

x D. RANGE (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. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.

• COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed.

•COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer.

•COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.

Amplifier Operations

x FRT BAL (Front speaker

balance)

Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers.

x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)

x SL LVL (Surround left speaker

level)

x SR LVL (Surround right speaker

level)

x SB LVL (Surround back speaker

x SBL LVL (Surround back left

x SBR LVL (Surround back right

level)

speaker level)

x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)

Tip

Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal. “COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compr ession. Therefore, we recommend using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression.

Adjusting the equalizer

Settings for the surround

(EQ menu)

You can use the EQ menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select “2-EQ” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

EQ menu parameters

x EQ (Equalizer on/off)

Lets you turn the equalizer on or off.

•EQ OFF The equalizer is turned off.

•EQ ON The equalizer is turned on.

x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass

level)

x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble

level)

Notes

• This function does not work for signals with a

sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

• If you adjust the equalizer during DTS 96/24 signal

reception, the signal will be output only at 48 kHz.

sound

(SUR menu)

You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

SUR menu parameters

x S.F. SELCT (Sound field

selection)

Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page

51).

Note

The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an inpu t whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the DVD input, then change to a different input and then return to DVD, “HALL” will automatically be applied again.

x SB DEC (Surround back

decoding mode)

Lets you select the surround back decoding mode. For details, see “Using the surround back decoding mode (SB DEC)” (page 43).

x EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC buttons and for “HP THEA” sound field.

•EFCT. MIN The surround effect is minimum.

• EFCT. STD The surround effect is standard.

•EFCT. MAX The surround effect is maximum.

Using the surround back decoding mode (SB DEC)

By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, etc., format, you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers. Select the surround back decoding mode using “SB DEC” on the SUR menu (page 42).

Types of the surround back decoding functions

x SB OFF

Surround back decoding is not performed.

x SB AUTO

When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flag decoding is performed on the surround back signal.

Input stream Output

Dolby Digital

5.1

Dolby Digital Surround EX

DTS 5.1 5.1

DTS-ES Matrix 6.1

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1

Dolby Digital Surround EX

DTS-ES Matrix

6.1

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1

, the appropriate

channel

5.1

6.1

7.1 Matrix decoder that

7.1 DTS Matrix decoding

7.1 DTS Discrete

Surround back decoding

—

Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX

—

DTS Matrix decoding

DTS Discrete decoding

conforms to Dolby Pro Logic IIx

decoding

x SB ON

To decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flag EX is applied when the output channel is 6.1.

Input stream Output

Dolby Digital

5.1

Dolby Digital Surround EX

DTS 5.1 6.1

DTS-ES Matrix 6.1

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1

Dolby Digital

5.1

Dolby Digital Surround EX

DTS 5.1 7.1 Matrix decoder that

DTS-ES Matrix 6.1

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1

A 6.1 channel decode flag is information recorded in software such as DVDs.

A Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films.

Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both DTS-ES Matrix and 5.1 channel signals.

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.

When two surround back speakers are connected, the output channel will be 7.1 channel.

channel

6.1

7.1 Matrix decoder that

, Dolby Digital

Surround back decoding

Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX

conforms to Dolby Pro Logic IIx

conforms to Dolby Digital EX

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Notes

• There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB ON”.

• You can select the surround back decoding mode only when A.F.D. mode is selected. However, this function is canceled when Dolby Pro Logic IIx is selected.

Settings for the tuner

(TUNER menu)

You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

TUNER menu parameters

x FM MODE (FM station receiving

mode)

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

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

x NAME IN (Naming preset

stations)

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

60).

x XM ANT (XM Antenna Aiming)

This parameter helps you to aim the XM antenna for optimal signal reception. For details, see “Aiming the XM Antenna” (page 62).

Settings for the audio

(AUDIO menu)

You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

AUDIO menu parameters

x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input

decoding priority)

Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN and HDMI IN jacks.

•DEC. PCM When signals from the DIGITAL IN jack are selected, PCM signals are given priority (to prevent interruption when playback starts). However, when other signals are input, there may be no sound, depending on the format. In this case, set this item to “DEC. AUTO”. When signals from the HDMI IN jack are selected, only PCM signals are output from the connected player. When signals in any other format are received, set this item to “DEC. AUTO”.

•DEC. AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.

Note

When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for a CD, etc.) is interrupted when playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.

x DUAL (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.

• DUAL 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.

•DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output.

•DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output.

• DUAL M+S (Main + Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.

x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio

with video output)

• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed.

• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 60 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized.

Notes

• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD

or plasma TV or a projector.

• This parameter is valid only when you use a sound

field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons.

• This parameter is not valid when

– signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz is input.

– the multi channel Linear PCM signals are

received via an HDMI IN jack.

– ANALOG DIRECT function is selected.

x D. ASSIGN

(Digital audio input assignment)

Lets you assign the digital audio input to other input source. For details, see “Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)” (page 75).

Amplifier Operations

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 78).

Settings for the video

(VIDEO menu)

You can use the VIDEO menu to make various adjustments for HDMI and to name inputs. Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

VIDEO menu parameters

x AUDIO FOR HDMI (Audio for

HDMI)

Lets you set the audio output for HDMI from the playback component connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection.

•AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback component is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. Multi-channel sound can be played back as it is.

Note

Audio signals are not output from the TV’s speakers when “AUDIO FOR HDMI” is set to “A MP ”.

x CONTROL FOR HDMI (Control

for HDMI)

Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 69).

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 78).

• TV+AMP The sound is output from TV’s speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver.

Notes

• The sound quality of the playback component

depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the number of channels, and the sampling frequency, etc. When the TV has stereo speakers, the sound output from the receiver is also stereo as that of the TV, even if you play back multi-channel source.

• When you connect the receiver to a video

component (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”.

Settings for the system

(SYSTEM menu)

You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 37) and “Overview of the menus” (page 38).

SYSTEM menu parameters

x SW SPK (Sub woofer)

•NO If you have not connected a sub woofer, select “NO”. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers.

•YES If you have connected a sub woofer, select “YES”.

Tip

In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.

x FRT SPK (Front speakers)

•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 and surround speakers are also automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).

•LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. When the sub woofer is set to “NO”, the front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”.

x CNT SPK (Center speaker)

• NO If you have not connected a center speaker, select “NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.

•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.

• 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”.

x SUR SPK (Surround speakers)

The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting.

•NO If you have not connected surround speakers, select “NO”.

• 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”.

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x SB SPK (Surround back

speakers)

When the surround speakers are set to “NO”, the surround back speakers are also automatically set to “NO” and the setting cannot be changed.

•NO If you have not connected a surround back speaker, select “NO”.

•SINGLE If you connect only one surround back speaker, select “SINGLE”. The sound will be output to a maximum of 6.1 channel.

•DUAL If you connect two surround back speakers, select “DUAL”. The sound will be output to a maximum of 7.1 channel.

Tip

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 sounds 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 equalizer to boost the bass levels. For details, see page 38.

x FRT DIST. (Front speaker

distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

With only one surround back speaker

With two surround back speakers (The angle B should be the same)

x CNT DIST. (Center speaker

distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.

x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker

distance)

x SR DIST. (Surround right

speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers.

x SB DIST. (Surround back

speaker distance)

x SBL DIST. (Surround back left

speaker distance)

x SBR DIST. (Surround back right

speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speakers.

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “SINGLE” in SYSTEM menu.

You can only select this parameter when the surround back speakers are set to “DUAL” in SYSTEM menu.

Tip

The distance between the center speaker and the listening position B cannot be more than 5 feet closer than the one between the listening position and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of B in the following diagram is no more than 5 feet closer than the length of A. Example: Adjust the distance B to 15 feet or more when the distance A is 20 feet. Also, the distance between the surround speakers/ surround back speakers and the listening position C cannot be more than 15 feet closer than the distance between the listening position and the front speakers A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of C in the following diagram is no more than 15 feet closer than the length of A. Example: Adjust the distance C to 5 feet or more when the distance A is 20 feet. This is important because incorrect speaker placement is not conductive to the enjoyment of surround sound. Please note that placing the speakers closer than the required will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away. Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

x SUR POS.

(Surround speaker position)

Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes (page 52). This setup item is not available when the surround speakers are set to “NO” (page 40).

• BEHD/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D.

• BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and C.

•SIDE/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D.

•SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C.

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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 become unclear unless set to “SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”. Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are located to the immediate left and right. Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you play back multi channel surround 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/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.

Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

(A. CAL menu)

For details on Auto Calibration, see “8: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 29).

x CRS. FREQ (Speaker crossover

frequency)

Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the speakers that have been set to “SMALL” on the SYSTEM menu. This setup item is only available when at least one speaker is set to “SMALL” and the corresponding speaker indicator flashes on the display.

x DIMMER (Brightness of the

display)

Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound

(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)

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

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

A.F.D.

123

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want.

For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page

52).

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

Enjoying Surround Sound

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Types of A.F.D. mode

A.F.D. mode [Display]

A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO]

PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL]

PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV]

PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS]

PRO LOGIC II GAME [PLII GM]

PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE* [PLIIX MV]

PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC* [PLIIX MS]

PRO LOGIC IIx GAME* [PLIIX GM]

Neo:6 Cinema [NEO6 CIN]

Neo:6 Music [NEO6 MUS]

MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.]

* You cannot select this decoding mode if the surround back speakers are set to “NO”.

Multi channel audio after decoding

(Detecting automatically)

4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Lo gic decoding. The sou rce recorded

5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This

5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This

5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode decoding. This

7 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding.

7 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding.

7 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game mode decoding.

6 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.

6 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting

(Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.

Effect

Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals.

in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels.

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

setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

setting is ideal for game softwares.

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

This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

However, sound may not be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.

If you connect a sub woofer

This receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a sub woofer to a 2 channel signal. However, the low frequency signal is not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.

Notes

• This function does not work when ANALOG DIRECT is selected.

• DTS Neo:6 does not work for DTS 2CH audio, the sound is played back as 2 channel.

• Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

Tip

When a multi channel signal is input, only Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective. When you select decoding modes other than Dolby Pro Logic IIx, multi channel sound (being encoded) is output.

Selecting a preprogrammed 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.

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Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music.

For details, see “Types of sound field available” (page 54).

MUSIC

MOVIE

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continued

Types of sound field available

Sound field for

Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A

Music HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

Headphone* HEADPHONE 2CH

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

Sound field [Display]

DCS [C.ST.EX A]

CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B]

CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS [C.ST.EX C]

JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

LIVE CONCERT [CONCERT]

STADIUM [STADIUM] Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.

SPORTS [SPORTS] Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.

PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER [PORTABLE]

[HP 2CH]

HEADPHONE DIRECT [HP DIR]

HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA]

Effect

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.

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.

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.

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

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

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when 2 channel mode (page 55)/A.F.D. mode (page 52) is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone, sound field, etc.

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when a sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones.

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.

• This function does not work when: – ANALOG DIRECT is selected. – signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz is input.

– the multi channel Linear PCM signals are

received via an HDMI IN jack.

• When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the sub woofer if all the speakers are set to “LARGE” on the SYSTEM menu. However, the sound will be output from the sub woofer if – the digital input signal contains LFE signals. – the front and surround speakers are set to

“SMALL”.

– the sound field for movie is selected.

Tips

• You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc., by looking at the logo on the package.

• Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS technology. See “Glossary” (page 82).

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

Using only the front speakers

(2CH STEREO)

In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.

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Note

No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo sources using the front left/right speakers and a sub woofer, select “A.F.D. AUTO” (page 52).

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Listening to the sound

Resetting sound fields to

without any adjustment

(ANALOG DIRECT)

You can switch the audio of the selected input to 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.

SPEAKERS

AUTO CAL MIC

?/1

TUNING MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY

ENTER

MODE

(OFF/A/B)

PHONES

Sound field buttons

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

ANALOG

DIRECT

MASTER VOLUME

MUTING

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver to select the input you want to listen to in analog audio.

You can also use the input buttons on the remote.

the initial settings

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

1,2

SPEAKERS

AUTO CAL MIC

?/1

TUNING MODE

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

TUNING

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

ENTER

MODE

CATEGORY

(OFF/A/B)

PHONES

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

ANALOG

MUTING

DIRECT

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the power. 2 While holding down 2CH, press

?/1.

“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and all sound fields are reset to their initial setting.

2 Press ANALOG DIRECT on the

receiver.

The analog audio is output.

To cancel ANALOG DIRECT

Press ANALOG DIRECT on the receiver again. You can also press any sound field buttons.

Notes

• When headphones are connected, “HP DIR” appears on the display.

• This function is not available when DMPORT, XM RADIO and BD input is selected.

Tuner Operations

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

Listening to FM/AM radio

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 (aerials) to the receiver (page

26).

Tip

The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 3.

Area code FM AM

U, CA 100 kHz 10 kHz*

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 90).

Automatic tuning

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MASTER VOL

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.

Using the controls on the receiver

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM

or AM band.

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select

“AUTO T.” .

3 Turn TUNING + or TUNING –.

In case of poor FM stereo reception

If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted. Press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator lights up on the display. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the display does not light up.

Tuner Operations

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

MENU/HOME

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

CATEGORY MODE

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

Direct tuning

Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons.

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1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the frequency.

Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception.

4 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.

If you cannot tune in a station

Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not used in your area.

Presetting radio stations

You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.

Presetting radio stations

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MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

HmM

3,5

PRESET +/–

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Tune in the station that you

want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 57) or Direct Tuning (page 58).

In case of poor FM stereo reception, switch the FM reception mode (page 57).

3 Press MEMORY.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out.

4 Press the numeric buttons to

select a preset number.

You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3.

5 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. The station is stored as the selected preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you press ENTER, start again from step 3.

Tuning to preset stations

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– CATEGORY +

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DVD/BD

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TV CH +

PRESET +

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Tuner Operations

6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset

another station.

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

repeatedly to select the preset station you want.

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

01 02 03 04 05 27...

30 29 28

You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. Then, press ENTER to enter the selection.

Using the controls on the receiver

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM

or AM band.

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select

“PRESET T.”.

3 Turn TUNING + or TUNING – to select the

preset station you want.

Naming preset stations

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1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Tune in the preset station you

want to create an index name for (page 59).

To create an index name

1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name.

Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next position.

If you made a mistake

Press B/b until the character you want to change flashes, then press V/v to select the correct character.

Tips

• You can select the character type as follows by

pressing V/v. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols

• To enter a blank space, press selecting a character.

2 Press .

The entered name is registered.

b without

3 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“4-TUNER”.

5 Press or b to enter the

menu.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“NAME IN”.

7 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” below.

Listening to the XM Radio

ABOUT XM RADIO FOR U.S. & CANADIAN PRODUCTS

XM Radio offers an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in premier sports, news, talk radio, stand-up comedy, children’s and entertainment programming. XM is broadcast in superior digital audio quality from coast to coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip hop, XM has something for every music fan. For U.S. customers, information about XM Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com. For Canadian customers, information about XM Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca.

XM READY® LEGAL FOR U.S. & CANADIAN PRODUCTS

XM monthly service subscription sold separately. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock required (each sold separately) to receive XM service. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio System. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL.

Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US residents) and 1-877-GETXMSR (Canadian residents). For a full listing of the XM commercial- free channels and advertisingsupported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com (US residents) and xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. ©2007 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

XM READY® SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR U.S. PRODUCTS & CANADIAN PRODUCTS

Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Dock, inserted the XM Mini-Tuner, connected the XM Dock to your XM Ready system, and installed the antenna, you are ready to subscribe and begin receiving XM programming. There are three places to find your eight character XM Radio ID: On the XM Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package, and on XM Channel 0. Record the Radio ID in the following eight squares for reference.

home audio

s s s s s s s s

Note

The XM Radio ID does not use the letters “I”, “O”, “S” or “F”. Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in the U.S. online at http:// activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in Canada online at https:// activate.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677). You will need a major credit card. XM will send a signal from the satellites to activate the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes 10 to 15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may need to keep your XM Ready home audio system on for up to an hour. When you can access the full lineup on your XM Ready home audio system you are done.

Tuner Operations

Connecting the XM Radio

Aiming the XM Antenna

Before operating the system, connect the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock to the XM jack.

XM jack

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SAT IN

Note

To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal, move your antenna to various window locations around your home to see where the best reception will be received. Most XM customers place the antenna in a south-facing window with a clear view to the sky.

You can use “XM ANT” in the TUNER menu to help you aim the antenna for optimal signal reception.

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MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

3-6

RETURN/EXIT TV CH –

PRESET –

MENU/HOME

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

TV CH +

PRESET +

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“4-TUNER”.

4 Press or b to enter the

menu.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“XM ANT”.

6 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

7 While checking the parameter,

aim your antenna to where the best reception will be received.

For details on the parameter, see “Signal strength” below.

Signal strength

Good S–3 T–3

Marginal S–2 T–2

Weak S–1 T–1

None S–0 T–0

When you have finished

Press AMP MENU.

Signal type

Satellite Terrestrial

Checking the XM Radio ID

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AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

Tuner Operations

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to

select channel 0.

You can also press TUNING MODE on the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and then turn TUNING + or TUNING – to select channel 0.

3 Check the XM Radio ID on the

display and write it in the space provided here.

ID:_____________________________ If you cannot read the characters or numbers on the display, refer to the following table.

continued

Display Description

2 (two)

5 (five)

6 (six)

8 (eight)

0 (zero)

Receiving XM Radio broadcasts

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ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to

select a channel.

You can also press TUNING MODE on the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and then turn TUNING + or TUNING – to select a channel.

Selecting channels from a category (CATEGORY TUNING)

You can select a channel from one category or all the categories by changing the category mode.

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OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

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TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press CATEGORY MODE

repeatedly to select the “ONE CAT”.

• ALL CAT: You can select a channel from all the categories. The initial setting is “ALL CAT”.

• ONE CAT: You can select a channel from one category. “CAT” is displayed on the display when you set to “ONE CAT” mode.

3 Press CATEGORY + or

CATEGORY – to select the category you want.

The category is selected and the channel with the lowest number in the specified category is selected.

4 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to

select the channel.

You can also press TUNING MODE on the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and then turn TUNING + or TUNING – to select a channel.

Notes

• When you select a channel in the “ONE CAT” mode, the channel you selected may not be the one in the category you want. This is because one channel may belong to more than one category.

• If you press CATEGORY + or CATEGORY – in the “ALL CAT” mode, the first channel of the next or previous category is selected (CATEGORY SKIP).

Selecting channels by inputting the channel number directly (DIRECT TUNING)

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You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press D.TUNING.

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continued

3 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the channel number.

4 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. The selected channel is tune in.

Displaying the XM Radio information on the front panel display

Presetting XM Radio channels

You can select the channels you want directly by presetting them using the preset numbers. You can preset up to 30 XM Radio channels.

Presetting channels using the preset numbers

DISPLAY

AUTO CAL MIC

?/1

TUNING MODE

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)

TUNING

MEMORY/

CATEGORY

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY

ENTER

VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

MODE

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

ANALOG

MUTING

DIRECT

Press DISPLAY on the receiver repeatedly.

Each time you press DISPLAY while tuning in the channel, the display changes cyclically as follows: Channel name t Channel number t Category name t Artist name/Feature t Song/Program title t Signal strength t Sound field type

Tip

The preset number is always displayed at the right end of the display.

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MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

HmM

3,5

PRESET +/–

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Tune in the channel you want to

preset.

For details on selecting channels, see “Listening to the XM Radio” (page 61).

3 Press MEMORY.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.

4 Press the numeric buttons to

select a preset number.

You can also select the number by pressing PRESET + or PRESET –. You can also turn TUNING + or TUNING – on the receiver. Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available, and channel 1 is preset for all the preset numbers when you purchase the receiver.

5 Press ENTER.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset

another channel.

Selecting the channel by using the preset numbers

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OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

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PRESET +

HmM

ENTER

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Tuner Operations

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select “XM RADIO”.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

repeatedly to select the preset channel you want.

You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset channel you want. Then press ENTER to enter the selection. You can also press TUNING MODE on the receiver to select “PRESET T.”, and then turn TUNING + or TUNING –. You can select preset channels from 1 to

30.

Note

The preset channel information will be updated depending on the service provided by the XM Satellite Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to.

continued

XM Radio messages list

Message appears

ANTENNA The XM antenna is not

UNAUTH You selected an XM channel

NO SIGNL The XM Mini-Tuner is not

LOADING The XM Mini-Tuner is ac quiring

OFF AIR You selected an XM channel

–––– No artist name or song title is

CH UNAVL The selected channel is not

XM TUNER The XM Mini-Tuner is not

– The preset number entered is an

–

SIG-GOOD The signal strength is good. Adjust the antenna so that the signal is as strong as possible.

SIG-MARG The signal strength is marginal.

SIG-WEAK The signal strength is weak.

SIG-NONE There is no signal.

Explanation Remedies

Check that the XM antenna is connected to the XM Miniconnected to the XM MiniTuner Dock or the XM antenna

Tuner Dock securely and check the antenna cable for

damage. Replace the XM antenna if the cable is damaged. cable is damaged.

Consult the latest channel guide at www.xmradio.com (US that is blocked or cannot be received with your XM subscription package.

residents) or www.xmradio.ca (Canadian residents) for the

current list of channels.

For information on receiving this channel, visit

www.xmradio.com (US residents) or www.xmradio.ca

(Canadian residents). You can also contact XM Satellite

Radio at 1-800-967-2346 (US residents) or 1-877-438-9677

(Canadian residents).

Check the antenna for obstructions and reposition the XM receiving the XM satellite signal. The XM antenna’s view of the satellites may be blocked or the antenna is not properly

antenna to get a better signal reception. To optimize the

antenna position, see “Aiming the XM Antenna” (page 62).

Refer to the instructions supplied with the XM Mini-Tuner

and Home Dock for antenna installation information. aimed.

This message should disappear when the signal is strong. If audio or program information from the XM satellite signal. This message can also appear if the signal is too weak.

you often see this message, reposition the XM antenna for

better signal reception.

To optimize the antenna position, see “Aiming the XM

Antenna” (page 62).

Check this XM channel later. In the meantime, select that is not currently

another channel. broadcasting.

— available for this selection.

Consult the latest channel guide at www.xmradio.com (US available. The channel may have been reassigned to a different channel number. This message may occur initially with a new radio or a radio that has not

residents) or www.xmradio.ca (Canadian residents) for the

current list of channels. For a new radio or a radio that has

not received XM’s signal for an extended period, allow the

radio to receive the XM satellite signal for at least 5 minutes

and then select the channel again. received XM’s signal for an extended period.

Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is fully seated in the dock and installed o r not fully seated in the XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the

check the XM Mini-Tuner dock cable is connected to the

receiver. XM Mini-Tuner dock is not connected to the receiver.

Enter a number from 1 to 30. invalid number.

For details, see “Aiming the XM Antenna” (page 62).

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for “BRAVIA” Sync

To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function as explained below. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows:

• One-Touch Play: When you play back a component such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player, the receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switched to the appropriate HDMI input.

• System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers connected to the receiver.

• System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the receiver and connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

Note

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

Control for HDMI

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

The Control for HDMI function does not work in the following cases:

• When you connect the receiver to a component which does not correspond with Sony Control for HDMI function.

• When you connect the receiver and components using other than HDMI connection.

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

Connecting a TV and other components

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

To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting

You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver.

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

DMPORT

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio/video signals

(ASSIGNABLE)

DC5V

0.7A MAX

ANTENNA

OUT IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

DVD player Blu-ray disc player

Audio/video signals

AA A

SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT

HDMI

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SAT

DVD

VIDEO 1

SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOFER

PR/

COMPONENT VIDEO

SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER FRONT B

LRLRLR

SPEAKERS

FRONT A

ACB

Audio signals

TV, etc.

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied)

Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).

Audio/video signals

Preparing Control for HDMI function

This receiver supports the Control for HDMIEasy Setting function. This function is only available for certain types of TV. When you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, the Control for HDMI setting on this receiver will automatically change accordingly. During Control for HDMI-Easy Setting operation, “CONTROL”, “SCAN FOR” and “HDMI” appear sequentially in the display. This receiver will automatically change the input to HDMI input. When the setting is completed, “COMPLETE” appears on the display. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. If your TV does not support the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting function, do the following procedures. For details on setting the TV and connected components, refer to the operating instructions of the respective components.

1 Make sure that the receiver is connected to

the TV and components (compatible with Control for HDMI function) via HDMI connection.

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and connected

components.

3 Set the respective Control for HDMI

function for the receiver and TV to on. See “To set Control for HDMI” below. For details on setting the TV, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

4 Select the HDMI input of the receiver and

TV to match the HDMI input of the connected component, so that the image from the connected component is displayed.

5 Set the Control for HDMI function for the

connected component to on. If the Control for HDMI function for the connected component is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting.

6 Repeat step 4 and 5 for other components

that you want to use the Control for HDMI function.

Notes

• If you unplug and reconnect the HDMI cable, be sure to repeat steps 1 to 6 above.

• You cannot perform One-Touch Play and System Audio Control during Control for HDMI-Easy Setting operation.

• Before you do the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, be sure to turn on the TV, connected components and receiver.

• If the playback components cannot function after you have made the settings for Control for HDMIEasy Setting, check the Control for HDMI setting on your TV.

• If the connected components do not support Control for HDMI-Easy Setting, you need to set the Control for HDMI function for the connected components to on before you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV.

Control for HDMI

To set Control for HDMI

Watching a DVD

>10

0/10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

OPTIONS

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MUTING

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

2-6

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

MENU/HOME

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

TV CH +

PRESET +

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“6-VIDEO”.

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“CONTROL FOR HDMI”.

“CONTROL FOR HDMI” scrolls across the display, then “CONTROL” appears.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

(One-Touch Play)

You can enjoy sound and image from the components connected to the receiver via HDMI connections by a simple operation.

Play back a connected component.

The receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switched to the appropriate HDMI input.

Watching a DVD by simple operation

You can also select a connected component, such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player using the TV menu. In this case, the receiver and the TV switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Note

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

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“CTRL ON”.

Control for HDMI function is activated.

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. When System Audio Control function is turned on, the receiver will turns on and switches to the appropriate input automatically. TV sound is output from the speakers connected to the receiver, and the volume of the TV is minimized simultaneously. You can also use the System Audio Control function as follows.

• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is turned on, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on and the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

• You can adjust the receiver’s volume when you adjust the TV volume.

Notes

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

• When “CONTROL FOR HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”, the “AUDIO FOR HDMI” settings in the VIDEO menu will set automatically depending on the System Audio Control settings.

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

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a moment.

• When you switch to an input other than HDMI or TV, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to off.

• If you switch from other input to HDMI or TV input, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on.

Control for HDMI

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power Off)

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

Notes

• Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using the System Power Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

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

TV INPUT

SLEEP

VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD

SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.

123

>10

CLEAR

DISPLAY

RETURN/EXIT

TV CH –

PRESET –

TUNING –

?/1

DMPORT

0/10

– CATEGORY +

REPLAY ADVANCE

CATEGORY MODE

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

MOVIE MUSIC

THEATER

DVD/BD

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

D.SKIP

AMP MENU

MEMORY

ENTER

TOOLS/

MUTING

OPTIONS

TV VOL

MASTER VOL

MENU/HOME

TV CH +

PRESET +

TUNING +

HmM

FM MODE

TV ?/1

Press TV and TV ?/1 at the same time.

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

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE)

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

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver to select the input.

You can also use the input buttons on the remote.

2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly

on the receiver to select the audio input mode.

The selected audio input mode appears on the display.

Listening to digital sound from other inputs

(DIGITAL ASSIGN)

You can reassign digital audio input that has OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when they are not currently being used. For example, to output the sound source for the DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack on the receiver:

• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD player to the OPTICAL SAT IN jack of the receiver.

• Assign “SAT OPT” to “DVD” in the “D. ASSIGN” setting.

1 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“5-AUDIO”.

3 Press or b to enter the

menu.

Other Operations

Audio input modes

• AUTO

Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected.

• ANALOG

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

Notes

• Some audio input modes may not be set up depending on the input.

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

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“D. ASSIGN”.

5 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

vacant digital audio input (“SAT OPT” in the example).

7 Press or b to enter your

selection.

continued

8 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the input (“SAT- DVD” in the example) you want to assign to the digital audio input jack selected in step 6.

When “DVD” input is selected, the sound of the DVD player will become a digital sound through the OPTICAL SAT IN jack. The input you can assign varies for each audio input. For details, see the following “Assignable inputs for digital audio input”.

Assignable inputs for digital audio input

The initial setting is marked with an underscore.

Digital audio input [Display]

COAXIAL DVD IN [DVD COAX]

OPTICAL SAT IN [SAT OPT]

Notes

• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio input to the same input.

• You cannot use the digital audio input as the original input when it has been reassigned to another input.

• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically (page 75).

Assignable inputs

VIDEO 1 DVD– VD1

VIDEO 2 DVD– VD2

BD DVD– BD

DVD DVD– DVD

SAT DVD– SAT

SA-CD/CD DVD– CD

VIDEO 1 SAT– VD1

VIDEO 2 SAT– VD2

BD SAT– BD

DVD SAT– DVD

SAT SAT– SAT

SA-CD/CD SAT– CD

Display

Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

(DMPORT)

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound and image from a network system such as a portable audio/video source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound and image from the connected component on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Notes

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

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

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

• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible.

• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area.

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

You can listen to the sound and view the images from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver.

OPTICAL

SAT

OPTICAL

DVD

COAXIAL

(ASSIGNABLE)

DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

DIGITAL

DMPORT

DC5V

0.7A MAX

A Video cord (not supplied)

To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter from DMPORT jack

DC5V

0.7A MAX

Press and hold both sides of the connector and then pull out the connector.

DMPORT

VIDEO

AUDIO

SAT

SAT IN DVD IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB WOOF

ANTENNA

OUT IN IN

SA-CD/CD/CD-R

Notes

• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack.

• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, insert the connector straight in.

• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when placing or moving the receiver.

Other Operations

Listening/watching a connected component through DMPORT connection

1 Press DMPORT.

You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.

2 Start playback of the connected

component.

The sound is played back on the receiver and the image appears on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

Notes

• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you can operate the connected component by using the remote. For details on the remote button operation, see page 10.

• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR OUT of the receiver to the TV (page 77).

Tip

When listening to MP3 or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select “PORTABLE” (page 53).

Naming inputs

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components.

1 Press the input button to select

the input you want to create an index name for.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“5-AUDIO” or “6-VIDEO”.

4 Press or b to enter the

menu.

5 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”. 6 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” (page 60).

Changing the display

You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

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

All inputs except the FM and AM band and XM Radio

Index name of the input* t Selected input t Sound field currently applied

FM and AM band

Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound field currently applied

XM Radio

Channel name t Channel number t Category name t Artist name/Feature t Song/program title t Signal strength t Sound field currently applied

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.

Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.

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

2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00

t OFF

When sleep timer is activated, the display dims.

Note

If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver after the display dims, the display brightens up. After a while, the display dims again if no button is pressed.

Tip

To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.

Other Operations

* Index name appears only when you have assigned

one to the input or preset station (page 60, 78). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.

Note

Character or marks may not be displayed for some languages.

Recording using the receiver

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

Recording onto a recording media

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

Recording onto a CD-R

You can record onto a CD-R using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your CD recorder.

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

For example, tune to the radio station you want to record (page 57).

3 Prepare the recording

component.

Insert a blank CD-R into the CD recorder and adjust the recording level.

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.

3 Prepare the recording

component.

Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording component (VIDEO 1) for recording.

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

Note

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

Note

Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the SA-CD/CD/CD-R OUT jacks.

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments

You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder.

1 Hold down the input button of

which you want to change the assignment.

Example: Hold down VIDEO 1.

2 Referring to the table below,

press the corresponding button for the category you want.

Example: Press 4. Now you can use the VIDEO 1 button to control the DVD recorder.

Categories and the corresponding buttons

Categories Press

VCR (command mode VTR 3)

VCR (command mode VTR 2)

DVD player/DVD recorder (command mode DVD1)

DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)

CD player 5

Euro Digital Satellite Receiver 6

DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 7

DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 8

Blu-ray disc player (command mode BD1)

Blu-ray disc recorder (command mode BD3)

TV />10/

Not assigned ENTER/

Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively.

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

For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray disc player or Blu-ray disc recorder.

0/10

CLEAR

MEMORY

Using the Remote

To clear all remote button assignments

Press ?/1, DMPORT and MASTER VOL – at the same time. The remote is reset to its factory settings.

Additional Information

Glossary

x Cinema Studio EX

A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theater using three technologies: “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth Matching”, and “Cinema Studio Reverberation”. “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual speaker technology, creates a virtual multisurround environment with actual speakers up to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound experience of a theater with the latest facilities into your home. “Screen Depth Matching” reproduces treble attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound usually created in a theater using sound emission from behind the screen. This is then added to the front and center channels. “Cinema Studio Reverberation” reproduces the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art dubbing theaters and recording studios, including Sony Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/ C, available according to the studio type.

x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)

A unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and measured data, the ideal sound field intended by filmmakers can be experienced at home.

x Dolby Digital

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It consists of front (left/right), center, surround (left/right) and sub woofer channels. It is a designated audio standard for DVD-video and also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since surround information is recorded and reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby surround.

x Dolby Digital Surround EX

Acoustic technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information is matrixed into regular left and right surround channels so that the sound can be reproduced in 6.1 channel. Active scenes, especially, are recreated with a more dynamic and realistic sound field.

x Component video

A format for transmitting video signal information consisting of three separate signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted more faithfully. The three jacks are color coded green, blue and red.

x Composite video

A standard format for transmitting video signal information. The luminance signal Y and chrominance signal C are combined and transmitted together.

x Dolby Pro Logic II

This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 channel surround sound.

x Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Technology for 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel) playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channel Dolby Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in

7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel). Furthermore, existing stereo recorded content can also be reproduced in 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel).

x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro

Logic)

Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround information is matrixed into two stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in 4 channel surround sound. This is the most common audio processing method for DVD-video.

x DTS 96/24

A high sound quality digital signal format. It records audio at a sampling frequency and bit rate of 96kHz/24bit which is the highest possible for DVD-video. The number of playback channels varies depending on the software.

x DTS Digital Surround

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction.

x DTS-ES

Format for 6.1 channel playback with surround back information. There are two modes, “Discrete 6.1” which records all channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1” which matrixes surround back channel into LS (left surround) and RS (right surround) channels. It is ideal for playback of motion picture soundtracks.

x DTS Neo:6

This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio for 6.1 channel playback. There are two modes to select according to the playback source or your preference, CINEMA for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources such as music.

x HDMI (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

x PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)

A method of converting analog audio to digital audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.

x Sampling frequency

To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the sampling frequency. A standard music CD stores data quantified at 44,100 times per second, which is expressed as a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality.

x x.v.Color

x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.

Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the receiver, check that the

operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC

power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the receiver for a

long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• One blade of the plug is wider than the other

for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be

changed only at a qualified service shop.

On heat buildup

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

On placement

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

• Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

• Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. If the receiver is being used in combination with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna (aerial). Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna (aerial).

• Use caution when placing the receiver 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.

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.

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

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.

Audio

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

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

• Check that all speaker cords are connected correctly.

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

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

• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) is not set to OFF.

• Check that headphones are not connected.

• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.

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

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

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.

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 may 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 speaker which is not outputting any sound.

• Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog component, and not only to either the L or R jack. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

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

• Check that the INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO”.

• Check that ANALOG DIRECT is not set to on.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

• Adjust the balance parameters using 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 (3 meters) away from a TV set or fluorescent light.

• Move your audio components away from the TV.

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

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There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround/surround back speakers.

• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 54).

• Adjust the speaker level (page 33).

• Make sure the center/surround speakers are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (page 40).

• Make sure the surround back speakers are set to “SINGLE” or “DUAL” (page 40).

There is no sound from the surround back speaker.

• Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX logos. In this case, select “SB ON” (page

38).

There is no sound from the sub woofer.

• Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely.

• Make sure you have turned on your sub woofer.

• Make sure the sub woofer is set to “YES” (page 40).

• There is no sound 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 signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

• Adjust the volume of this receiver.

• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component is not connected correctly. Turn off the receiver, then reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component.

• Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component device to make sure it supports this receiver.

Video

There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen.

• Select the appropriate input using the input buttons.

• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

• Move your audio components away from the TV.

• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible.

Recording cannot be carried out.

• Check that the components are connected correctly (page 19).

• Select the source component using the input buttons.

Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.

• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.

• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component.

HDMI

The source sound input to the HDMI jack on the receiver is not output from the receiver or the TV speaker.

• Check the HDMI connection.

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

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

The source image input to the HDMI jack on the receiver is not output from the TV.

• Check the HDMI connection.

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

The control for HDMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 20).

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

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

• Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected component. See the operating instructions of the connected component.

• If you change the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect the AC power cord, or there is a power failure, repeat the procedures of “Preparing Control for HDMI function” (page 71).

No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function.

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

• If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO FOR HDMI” settings in VIDEO menu to – “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the TV speaker and receiver.

– “AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the receiver.

• If you cannot listen to the sound of a component connected to the receiver – Select the appropriate input when you

want to watch a program on a component connected via HDMI connection to the receiver.

– Change the TV channel when you want

to watch a TV broadcast.

– Select the component or input you want

to watch when you watch a program on the component connected to the TV. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV on this operation.

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

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

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Tuner

Remote commander

The FM reception is poor.

• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna (aerial), ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Receiver

ANTENNA

Ground wire (not supplied)

To ground

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

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

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic 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 58).

• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver so that the frequency appears on the display.

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.

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

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning codes” (page 31) to solve the problem.

PROTECT

Irregular current is output to the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again.

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide

Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 27). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their initial settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

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 95 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than

0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 27

Customized sound fields page 56

Amplifier section

Models of area code U, CA Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz –

20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

Stereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

Surround Mode Output Power THD 10%)

Measured under the following conditions:

Area code Power requirements

U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Reference power output for front, center, surround and surround back speakers. Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Frequency response

Analog 10 Hz – 70 kHz

95 W + 95 W

105 W + 105 W

(8 ohms, 1 kHz,

140 W/ch

+0.5/–2 dB (with sound field and equalizer bypassed)

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Inputs

Analog Sensitivity: 500 mV/

50 kohms

S/N

: 96 dB

(A, 500 mV

)

Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms

S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)

Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB

(A, 20 kHz LPF)

Outputs (Analog)

AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/10

kohms

SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm

Equalizer

Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step

INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer bypassed).

Weighted network, input level.

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency

10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range

Area code Tuning scale

10 kHz step 9 kHz step

U, CA 530 –

1,710 kHz

531 – 1,710 kHz

Video section

Inputs/Outputs

Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO:

Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms P

B/CB: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

R/CR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

80 MHz HD Pass Through

General

Power requirements

Area code Power requirements

U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

DC OUT: 5 V, 0.7 A MAX

Power consumption

Area code Power consumption

U250 W

CA 340 VA

Power consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W (when “CONTROL FOR HDMI” in VIDEO menu is set to “CTRL OFF”)

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

17 × 6 1/4 × 12 5/8 inches (430 × 157.5 × 318 mm) including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 18 lb 2 oz (8.2 kg)

Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency

450 kHz

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 TUNING MODE, 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.

Supplied accessories

Operating instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) RM-AAU021 Remote Commander (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or

ECM-AC2a) (1)

For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Index

Numerics

2 channel 55 2CH STEREO 55

5.1 channel 14

7.1 channel 14

AUTO CALIBRATION 29 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

(A.F.D.) 51

Blu-ray disc player

connecting 20 playback 36

Camcorder

connecting 24

CD player

connecting 18 playback 35

CD recorder

connecting 18

Control for HDMI

connecting 70 preparing 71

DIGITAL ASSIGN 75 Digital Cinema Sound

(DCS) 82

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

connecting 77 Dolby Digital 82 DTS 83 DVD player

connecting 22

playback 36 DVD recorder

connecting 24

Error messages 88

HDMI

Audio for HDMI 46 connecting 20 Control for HDMI 46

Initial setup 27 INPUT MODE 75

A. CAL 50 AUDIO 45 EQ 42 LEVEL 41 SUR 42 SYSTEM 47 TUNER 44 VIDEO 46

Muting 34

Naming 60, 78

One-Touch Play 72

Recording

onto a CD-R 80 onto a recording media

Remote commander 10

Satellite tuner

connecting 23 SB DEC 43 Selecting

component 34

sound field 53

speaker system 28 Set-top box

connecting 23 Sleep Timer 79 Sound fields

resetting 56

selecting 53 Speakers

connecting 15 Super Audio CD player

connecting 18

playback 35 System Audio Control 73 System Power Off 74

TEST TONE 32 Tuner

connecting 26 Tuning

automatically 57

directly 58

to preset stations 59 TV

connecting 17

VCR

connecting 24 Video game

connecting 24

XM Radio 61

Additional Information

Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

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Sony STR-DG720 Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Getting Started

Description and location of parts

1: Installing the speakers

2: Connecting the speakers

3: Connecting the TV

4a: Connecting the audio components

4b: Connecting the video components

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

6: Preparing the receiver and the remote

7: Selecting the speaker system

Playback

Selecting a component

Listening/Watching a component

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus

Enjoying Surround Sound

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

Presetting radio stations

Listening to the XM Radio

Presetting XM Radio channels

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for “BRAVIA” Sync

Preparing Control for HDMI function

Other Operations

Naming inputs

Changing the display

Using the Sleep Timer

Recording using the receiver

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments

Additional Information

Glossary

Precautions

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index