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Multi Channel AV
Receiver
3-289-450-12(1)
Operating Instructions
STR-DG820
©2008 Sony Corporation
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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear
of the unit. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
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 uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines fo r proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
STR-DG820. Check your model number by
looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the 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).
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
L
L
CENTER
R
R
SPEAKERS
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
R
SPEAKERS
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround Ex,
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a
registered trademark a nd the DTS logos, Symbol,
DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI
TM
) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
XM Ready
®
is a registered trademark of XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
This product is manufactured under license from
Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. Sony
Corporation hereby grants the user a non-exclusive,
non-transferable, limited right of use to this product
under USA and foreign patent, patent pending and
other technology or trademarks owned by Neural
Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. “Neural
Surround”, “Neural Audio”, “Neural” and “NRL”
are trademarks and logos owned by Neural Audio
Corporation, THX is a trademark of THX Ltd.,
which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All
rights reserved.
“x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” and are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Description and location of parts...................6
1: Installing the speakers .............................16
2: Connecting the speakers..........................17
3: Connecting the TV ..................................19
4a: Connecting the audio components.........21
4b: Connecting the video components ........22
5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............28
6: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....29
7: Selecting the speaker system...................30
8: Calibrating the appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION) .......................31
9: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(TEST TONE) ........................................37
Playback
Selecting a component.................................38
Listening/Watching a component ................40
Amplifier Operations
Navigating through menus...........................42
Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu).......................................46
Settings for the speakers
(SPEAKER menu)..................................47
Settings for the surround sound
(SURROUND menu)..............................50
Adjusting the equalizer (EQ menu).............51
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........51
Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).........52
Settings for the HDMI (HDMI menu).........53
Settings for the system
(SYSTEM menu)....................................54
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Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field .... 55
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume
levels (NIGHT MODE) ......................... 61
Using only the front speakers
(2CH STEREO)..................................... 62
Listening to the sound without any adjustment
(ANALOG DIRECT)............................. 62
Resetting sound fields to the initial
settings ................................................... 63
Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 63
Presetting radio stations.............................. 65
Listening to the XM Radio ......................... 68
Presetting XM Radio channels ................... 73
Control for HDMI
Using the Control for HDMI function for
“BRAVIA” Sync .................................... 77
Preparing Control for HDMI function ........ 79
Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play) ........... 80
Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers
connected to the receiver
(System Audio Control)......................... 81
Turning off the receiver with the TV
(System Power Off) ............................... 82
Other Operations
Switching between digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE) .................................... 82
Listening to digital sound from other inputs
(DIGITAL ASSIGN) ............................. 83
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT) ............................................ 85
Naming inputs............................................. 87
Changing the display .................................. 88
Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 88
Recording using the receiver....................... 89
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Using the Remote
Programming the remote.............................90
Additional Information
Glossary ...................................................... 95
Precautions.................................................. 98
Troubleshooting ..........................................99
Specifications ............................................ 104
Index..........................................................106
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Getting Started
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6
Description and location of parts
Front panel
3 7 8
ON/STANDBY
POWER
TONE MODE
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
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TUNING MODE
TONE
TUNING
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
A.DIRECT
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
To remove the cover
Press PUSH.
When you remove the cover, keep it out
of reach from children.
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
MASTER VOLUME
Status of the POWER button
Off
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The receiver is turned off (initial
setting).
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights off.
Press POWER to turn the receiver on.
You cannot turn the receiver on using
the remote.
On/Standby
?/1 on the remote to turn the
Press
receiver on or set it to the standby mode.
When you press POWER on the
receiver, the receiver will be turned off.
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights up in
green when the receiver is on.
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights up in
red when the receiver is set to standby
mode.
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Name Function
A POWER Press to turn the receiver on
ON/STANDBY
lamp
B TONE MODE Adjusts the tonal quality
TONE +/–
C TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning
D TUNING +/– Turn to scan a station (page
E Remote sensor Receives signals from
F Display window The current status of the
G DISPLAY Press repeatedly to select
H INPUT MODE Press to select the input
I MASTER
VOLUME
J INPUT
SELECTOR
K 2CH/A.DIRECT Press to select a sound field
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
L DIMMER Press repeatedly to adjust
or off (page 6, 29, 40, 41,
104).
Show the status of the
receiver (page 6).
(bass/treble level) of the
front speakers.
Press TONE MODE
repeatedly to select bass or
treble level, then turn
TONE +/– to adjust the
level (page 29, 51).
mode (page 64, 67, 70, 71,
74, 104).
64, 67, 70, 71, 73).
remote commander.
selected c omponent or a li st
of selectable items appears
here (page 8).
information displayed on
the display (page 72, 88,
101).
mode when the same
components are connected
to both digital and analog
jacks (page 82).
Turn to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time (page 37, 38, 40,
41).
Turn to select the input
source to playback (page
38, 64, 67, 71, 82, 87, 89).
(page 29, 56, 59, 62).
the brightness of the
display.
Name Function
M MEMORY/
ENTER
N AUTO CAL MIC
jack
O VIDEO 2 IN/
PORTABLE AV
IN jacks
P SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
Q PHONES jack Connects to headphones
Press to store a station or
enter the selection when
selecting the settings (page
65, 72).
Connects to the supplied
optimizer microphone for
the Digital Cinema Auto
Calibration function (page
32).
Connects to a portable
audio/video component
such as a camcorder or
video game (page 27, 38).
Switch to OFF, A, B, A+B
of the front speakers (page
30).
(page 99).
Getting Started
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About the indicators on the display
3
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q
12
wf
4 5 6
wa
ws
d
w;
Name Function
A SW Lights up when the audio signal
B LFE Lights up when the disc being
C COAX Lights up when INPUT MODE
D OPT Lights up when INPUT MODE
E; D/
;
D EX/
;
D+/
;
TrueHD
is output from the
SUBWOOFER jacks.
played back contains an LFE
(Low Frequency Effect)
channel and the LFE channel
signal is actually being
reproduced.
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the COAXIAL
jack (page 82).
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the OPTICAL
jack (page 82).
“; 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.
“; D+” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital Plus signals.
“; TrueHD” lights up when
the receiver is decoding Dolby
TrueHD 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 82).
0 qa
qd
ql
qk
qj
7
qh
8 9
qf
g
Name Function
F Neural - THX Lights up when the receiver
G DTS/
DTS-ES/
DTS 96/24
H D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range
I CAT Lights up when category mode
J SP A/SP B/
SP A+B
K SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer
L Tuner
indicators
applies Neural - THX
processing to input signals.
“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 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 82).
compression is activated (page
47).
is set to “ONE CAT” during
XM Radio operation (page 71).
Lights up according to the
speaker system used (page 30).
However, these indicators do
not light up if the speaker outp ut
is turned off or if headphones
are connected.
is activated (page 88).
Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
(page 63), etc.
qs
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Name Function
M A.DIRECT Lights up when the receiver is
N MEM Lights up when a memory
O XM Lights up when XM Mini Tuner
P ; PL/
; PL II/
; PL IIx
Q NEO:6 Lights up when DTS Neo:6
R EQ Lights up when the equalizer is
S DTS-HD
MSTR/
DTS-HD HI
RES
T LPCM Lights up when Linear PCM
U ANALOG Lights up when INPUT MODE
V DMPORT Lights up when DIGITAL
processing Analog Direct
signals.
function, such as Preset
Memory (page 65, 73) etc., is
activated.
and Home Dock are connected
and “XM RADIO” is selected.
“; PL” lights up when the
receiver applies Pro Logic
processing to 2 channel signals
in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.
“; PL II” lights up when the
Pro Logic II decoder is
activated.
“; PL IIx” lights up when the
Pro Logic IIx decoder is
activated.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding
does not function for signals
with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz.
Cinema/Music decoder is
activated (page 58).
activated.
“DTS-HD MSTR” lights up
when the receiver is decoding
DTS-HD Master Audio signals.
“DTS-HD HI RES” lights up
when the receiver is decoding
DTS-HD High Resolution
signals.
signals are detected.
is set to “ANALOG” or no
digital signals are detected
when INPUT MODE is set to
“AUTO” (page 82).
MEDIA PORT adapter is
connected and “DMPORT” is
selected.
Name Function
W HDMI Lights up when the receiver
X Playback
channel
indicators
L
R
C
SL
SR
S
SBL
SBR
SB
recognizes a component
connected via an HDMI IN jack
(page 23).
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:
Speaker pattern: 3/0.1
Recording format: 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
SW
LCR
SL SR
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Rear panel
2 1 3
1
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEOINVIDEO
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
OUT
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
SUBWOOFER
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 19, 25, 26,
27).
Connects to a DVD
player, satellite
tuner, or a Blu-ray
disc player, etc.
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 23).
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
P
B
/
C
B
PR/
R
C
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
46 557
B ANTENNA section
FM
ANTENNA
jack
AM
ANTENNA
terminals
XM jack Connects to the
Connects to the
supplied FM wire
antenna (page 28).
Connects to the
supplied AM loop
antenna (page 28).
XM Mini-Tuner
and Home Dock
(not supplied)
(page 69).
C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/
OUTPUT section
Green
(Y)
Blue
B/CB)
(P
Red
R/CR)
(P
Y, PB/CB, PR/CR
IN/OUT* jacks
Connects to a DVD
player, TV,
satellite tuner, etc.
(page 19, 25, 26,
27).
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D SPEAKERS section
Connects to
speakers (page 17).
Remote commander
You can use the supplied remote to operate the
receiver and to control the Sony audio/video
components that the remote is assigned to
operate.
You can also program the remote to control
non-Sony audio/video components. For details,
see “Programming the remote” (page 90).
Getting Started
E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
White (L)
Red (R)
Black
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
AUDIO OUT
jack
Connects to a
Super Audio CD
player, etc. (page
19, 21).
Connects to a
subwoofer (page
17).
F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
section
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
VIDEO IN/
OUT* jacks
Connects to a
VCR, DVD player,
etc. (page 25 – 27).
G DMPORT section
DMPORT
jack
* You can watch the selected input image when you
connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack
to a TV (page 19, 23).
Connects to a
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
(page 86).
RM-AAP021
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THEATER
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wa
w;
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qk
qj
qh
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SHIFT
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
DVD
-/--
CLEAR
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
MASTER VOL
MUTING
TOP MENU
TV INPUT
RM SET UP
AV
?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
TV AMP
1 2 3
4 5 6
SAT TV
7 8 9
SA-CD/
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
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CATEGORY MODE
TV VOL
BD/DVD
DMPORT
INPUT
SLEEP
MODE
HOME
MENU
– CATEGORY +
<
<
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
F1 F2
MENU
WIDE
?/1
TUNER
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
>
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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Name Function
A AV ?/1
(on/standby)
B ?/1
(on/standby)
C TV Press to light up the button. It
D AMP Press to light up the button to
E A.F.D. Press to select a sound field
MOVIE
MUSIC
F NIGHT MODE Press to activate the Night
G SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep
H AMP MENU Press to display the menu to
Press to turn on or off the
audio/video components that
the remote is programmed to
operate.
To turn the TV on or off, press
TV (C) and then press AV
?/1.
If you press ?/1 (B) at the
same time, it will turn off the
receiver and other components
(SYSTEM STANDBY).
Note
The function of the AV ?/1
switch changes automatically
each time you press the input
buttons (wf).
Press to turn the receiver on or
set it to standby mode.
To turn off all components,
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at
the same time (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
To save the power in standby
mode, set “CTRL:HDMI” to
“CTRL OFF” (page 45).
changes the remote key
function to activate the buttons
with yellow printing. It also
activate the (9), V/v/B/b
(9), OPTIONS TOOLS (J),
MENU/HOME (K),
RETURN/EXIT O (ql), and
DISPLAY (w;) buttons to
perform menu operations for
Sony TVs only.
activate the receiver operation
(page 33).
(page 56, 59).
Mode function (page 61).
Timer function and the
duration which the receiver
turns off automatically.
operate the receiver.
Name Function
I
,
V/v/B/b
J OPTIONS
TOOLS
K MENU/HOME Press to display the menus of
L ./>
<
/ Press to replay the previous
<
After pressing AMP (D),
press MENU/HOME (K) for
receiver operation, then press
V/v/B /b to select the
settings.
After pressing DVD/BD TOP
MENU (O) or DVD/BD
MENU (O), press V/v/B/b
to select the settings, and then
press to enter the
selection.
Press also to enter the
selection of the receiver,
VCR, satellite tuner, DVD
player, Blu-ray disc recorder,
PSX, DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
Press to display and select
items from the options menus
for DVD player or Blu-ray
disc player.
To display the options of
Sony TV, press TV (C) and
then press OPTIONS
TOOLS.
the receiver, VCR, DVD
player, satellite tuner, Blu-ray
disc recorder, PSX, DVD/
VHS COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO on the TV screen.
Then, use V/v/B/b and to
perform menu operations.
To display the menus of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press MENU.
a)
Press to skip tracks of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
scene or fast forward the
current scene of the DVD
player, Blu-ray disc recorder,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
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Name Function
a)
m/M
a)b)
N
a)
X
a)
x
CATEGORY
+/–
TUNING +/– Press to scan a station.
D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning
CATEGORY
MODE
Press to
– search tracks in the forward/
backward direction of the
CD player, VCD player,
DVD player, LD player,
MD deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
– fast forward/rewind of the
VCR, DAT deck, or tape
deck.
Press to start playback of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
Press to pause playback or
recording of the VCR, CD
player, VCD player, LD
player, DVD player, MD
deck, DAT deck, tape deck,
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO. (Also
starts recording with
components in recording
standby.)
Press to stop playback of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
Press to select a category for
XM Radio (page 71).
mode.
Press to select the category
mode for XM Radio (page
71).
Name Function
M TV CH +b)/– Press TV (C) and then
PRESET
b)
/–
+
N F1, F2 Press F1 or F2 to select a
O BD/DVD TOP
MENU
BD/DVD MENU Press to display the menu of
TV INPUT Press TV (C) and then
WIDE Press TV (C) and then
P TV VOL +/– Press TV (C) and then
MASTER
VOL +/–
Q MUTING Press to turn off the sound
press TV CH +/– to select
preset TV channels.
Press to
– select preset stations.
– select preset channels of
the VCR, satellite tuner,
Blu-ray disc recorder,
DVD player, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
component.
• DVD/HDD COMBO
F1: HDD mode
F2: DVD mode
• DVD/VHS COMBO
F1: DVD mode
F2: VHS mode
Press to display the menu or
on-screen guide of the DVD
or Blu-ray disc on the TV
screen. Then, use V/v/B/b
and to perform menu
operations.
the DVD or Blu-ray disc on
the TV screen. Then, use V/
v/B/b and to perform
menu operations.
press TV INPUT to select
the input signal (TV input or
video input).
press WIDE to select the
wide picture mode.
press TV VOL +/– to adjust
the TV volume level.
Press to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time.
temporarily. Press
MUTING again to restore
the sound.
Press TV (C) and then
press MUTING to activate
the TV’s muting function.
Getting Started
continued
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Name Function
R DISC SKIP Press to skip disc of the CD
S RETURN/
EXIT O
T DISPLAY Press to select information
U INPUT MODE Press AMP (4), then press
V AUTO CAL Press to activate the Digital
W 2CH/
A.DIRECT
player, VCD player, DVD
player, or MD deck (multidisc changer only).
Press to
– return to the previous menu.
– exit the menu while the
menu or on-screen guide of
the VCD player, LD player,
DVD player, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or satellite tuner
is displayed on the TV
screen.
To return to the previous
menu of Sony TV, press TV
(3) and then press
RETURN/EXIT O.
displayed on the display
window or TV screen of the
VCR, VCD player, LD player,
DVD player, CD player, MD
deck, Blu-ray disc recorder,
PSX, satellite tuner, DVD/
VHS COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
To select information of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press DISPLAY.
INPUT MODE to select the
input mode when the same
components are connected to
both digital and analog jacks
(page 82).
Cinema Auto Calibration
function.
Press to select sound field
(page 62) or to switch the
audio of the selected input to
analog signal without any
adjustment (page 62).
Name Function
X Input buttons Press one of the buttons to
Numeric
buttons
(number 5
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 as follows.
You can program the remote
to control non-Sony
components following the
steps in “Programming the
remote” on page 90.
Button Assigned Sony
VIDEO 1 VCR (VTR mode 3)
VIDEO 2 VCR (VTR mode 2)
BD Blu-ray disc player
DVD DVD player
SAT Satellite tuner
TV TV
SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/
TUNER Built-in tuner
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA
XM XM Mini-Tuner and
component
CD player
PORT adapter
Home Dock
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press numeric buttons to
b)
– preset/tune to preset
)
stations.
– select track numbers of the
CD player, VCD player, LD
player, DVD player, MD
deck, DAT deck, or tape
deck. Press 0/10 to select
track number 10.
– select channel numbers of
the VCR, satellite tuner,
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
Press TV (3) and then press
the numeric buttons to select
the TV channels.
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Name Function
ENT/MEM Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press ENT/MEM to enter the
value after selecting a
channel, disc or track using
the numeric buttons of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, MD deck,
DAT deck, tape deck, satellite
tuner, Blu-ray disc recorder,
or PSX.
To enter the value of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press ENT/MEM.
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press ENT/MEM to store a
station during tuner operation.
CLEAR/>10 Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press CLEAR/>10 to clear a
mistake when you press the
incorrect numeric button of
the DVD player, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, satellite tuner,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press CLEAR/>10 to select
track numbers over 10 of the
CD player, VCD player, LD
player, MD deck, tape deck,
TV, VCR, or satellite tuner.
-/-- Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press -/-- to select the channel
entry mode, either one or two
digit of the VCR or satellite
tuner.
To select the channel entry
mode of the TV, press TV
(C) and then press -/--.
Y SHIFT Press to light up the buttons. It
changes the remote button
function to activate the
buttons with pink printing.
Name Function
Z THEATER Press to enjoy optimal image
wj RM SET UP Press to set up the remote.
a)
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.
b)
The number 5/SAT, TV CH +/PRESET + and H/
CATEGORY MODE buttons have tactile dots.
Use the tactile dots as references when operating
the receiver.
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.
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
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1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel
system (7 speakers and one subwoofer).
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 subwoofer (5.1
channel).
Example of a 5.1 channel
speaker system configuration
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
HSubwoofer
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) or two
surround back speakers (7.1 channel).
Example of a 7.1 channel
speaker system configuration
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSurround back speaker (Left)
GSurround back speaker (Right)
HSubwoofer
Tips
• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system,
place the surround back speaker behind the
listening position (page 49).
• Since the subwoofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.
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2: Connecting the speakers
C
Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Getting Started
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
M
VIDEO
NTENNA
AUDIO
INTVIN
D/CD-R
SAT
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
FRONT AFRONT B
D
E
B
B
C
F
B
SURROUND BACK
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
IN
SUBWOOFER
AUDIO
OUT
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
B
/
P
C
B
PR/
C
R
XM
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
IN
VIDEO 1
DVD
A
CENTER
B
L
R
SPEAKERS
L
R
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
terminals
a)
H
G
B
A
10 mm
A Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
B Speaker cord (not supplied)
AFront speaker A (Left)
BFront speaker A (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSurround back speaker (Left)
GSurround back speaker (Right)
HSubwoofer
c)
continued
b)
b)
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a)
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 the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
button on the receiver (page 30).
b)
If you connect only one surround back speaker,
connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK
L terminals.
c)
When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, turn off the function when
watching movies. If the auto standby function is
set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically
based on the level of the input signal to a
subwoofer, then sound may not be output.
Note
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead),
make sure that metallic wires of the speaker cords
are not touching each other between the
SPEAKERS terminals.
Selecting a speaker pattern
After you have install and connect your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from
SPEAKER menu (page 44).
Select the speaker pattern according to your speaker setting. For details of each parameter, see the
table as follows.
Speaker connected
Front
left/right
Speaker pattern
3/4.1 aaaaa a
3/4 aaaaa
3/3.1 aaaa a
3/3 aaaa
2/4.1 aaaaa
2/4 aaaa
3/2.1 aaa a
3/2 aaa
2/3.1 aaa a
2/3 aaa
2/2.1 aa a
2/2 aa
3/0.1 aa a
3/0 aa
2/0.1 aa
2/0 a
Center Surround
left/right
Surround
back left
Surround
back right
Subwoofer
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3: Connecting the TV
You can watch the selected input image when
you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR
OUT jack to a TV.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect
the AC power cord.
Audio signals Video signals
Audio/Video
signals
Getting Started
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
TV
(ASSIGNABLE)
DC5V
0.7A MAX
DMPORT
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
BA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
XM
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO 1
CE
VIDEO 1 IN
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
SUBWOOFER
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
COMPONENT VIDEO
D
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
PB/
B
C
PR/
C
R
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
continued
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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.
• Connect image display components such as a TV
monitor or a projector to the HDMI OUT or
MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may
not be able to record, even if you connect recording
components.
• Depending on the status of the connection between
the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the
TV screen may be distorted. In this case, place the
antenna (aerial) farther away from the receiver.
• 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.
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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 cords, be
sure to disconnect the AC power cord.
After connecting your audio component,
proceed to “4b: Connecting the video
components” (page 22).
Super Audio
CD player/
CD player/
CD recorder
A
Getting Started
TV
OPTICAL
IN
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
A Audio cord (not supplied)
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
SUBWOOFER
VIDEO 1
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
P
B
/
C
B
PR/
R
C
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
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4b: Connecting the video components
How to connect your
components
This section describes how to connect your
video components to this receiver. Before you
begin, see “Component to be connected”
below for the pages which describe how to
connect each component.
After connecting all your components,
proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas
(aerials)” (page 28).
Component to be connected
Component Page
TV 19
With HDMI jack 23
DVD player 25
Satellite tuner/Set-top box 26
VCR, DVD recorder 27
Camcorder, video game, etc. 27
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 83).
Video input/output jack to be
connected
The image quality depends on the connecting
jack. See the illustration that follows. Select
the connection according to the jacks on your
components.
Digital Analog
High quality image
Notes
• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the
AC power cord.
• 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.
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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 signals transmitted by HDMI
can be output from the speakers connected to
the receiver. This signal supports Dolby
Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM.
• This receiver can receive multi channel
Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a
sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with
an HDMI connection.
• This receiver supports High Bit rate Audio
(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD)
and HDMI (Deep Color, x.v.Color).
• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI
function. For details, see “Control for
HDMI” (page 77).
Getting Started
Satellite tuner
Audio/video
signals
A
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
DMPORT
TV
(ASSIGNABLE)
DC5V
0.7A MAX
A
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
DVD player
Audio/video
signals
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
Blu-ray disc
player
Audio/video
signals
A
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
SUBWOOFER
VIDEO 1
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
TV, projector, etc.
Audio/video
signals
A
CENTER
Y
B
/
P
B
C
PR/
R
C
SURROUND BACK
L
R
SPEAKERS
R
L
SPEAKERS
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
FRONT AFRONT B
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
continued
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Notes on connecting cables
• We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable.
• We recommend that you use an HDMI cable
with the HDMI logo (made by Sony) for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed (an
HDMI version1.3, category 2 cable) when
you view images or listen to sound during a
Deep Color transmission or when you watch
a video image of 1080p or higher.
• 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. Connect other audio cords or
digital connecting cords, then set “Digital
Assign” when the sound is not output
correctly.
Notes on HDMI connections
• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack
is output from the SPEAKERS jacks 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 OUT” to
“TV+AMP” in the HDMI menu (page 53). If
you cannot play back multi channel
software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound
will not output from the TV speaker.
• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not
input and output.
• 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 the 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 or the number of
channels of audio output signals from the
playback component is switched.
• When the connected component is not
compatible with copyright protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be
distorted or may not be output.
In this case, check the specification of the
connected component.
• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD
Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), multichannel Linear PCM only with an HDMI
connection.
• Set the image resolution of the player to
more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate
Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby
TrueHD).
• The image resolution of player may need
certain settings be made before you can
enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer to
the operating instructions of the player.
• Not every HDMI component supports all
functions that are defined by the specified
HDMI version. For example, components
that support HDMI, version 1.3, may not
support Deep Color.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
connected component for details.
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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 play er
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.
Getting Started
B
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEOINVIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO 1
AUDIO
IN
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
OUT
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
SAT
DVD
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
TV
(ASSIGNABLE)
DC5V
0.7A MAX
DMPORT
A
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
TV
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
DC
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
P
B
/
B
C
PR/
C
R
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
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Connecting a satellite tuner/
set-top box
The following illustration shows how to
connect a satellite tuner or 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
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.
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
TV
(ASSIGNABLE)
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
BA
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
TV
C
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
DVD
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
IN
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
IN
SUBWOOFER
VIDEO 1
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
IN
SAT
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Optical digital cord (not supplied)
C Video cord (not supplied)
D Component video cord (not supplied)
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
D
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
P
B
/
C
B
PR/
C
R
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
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Connecting components with
analog video and audio jack
The following illustration shows how to
connect a component which has analog jacks
such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
VCR, DVD recorder
Audio signals
Video signals
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 “Programming the remote” (page 90).
• 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 87).
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Getting Started
OPTICAL
VIDEO 1
SAT
OPTICAL
DVD
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
IN
IN
IN
IN
B
DMPORT
TV
(ASSIGNABLE)
DC5V
0.7A MAX
OUT
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
AD
C
SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT
VIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
SUBWOOFER
VIDEO 1 IN
Y
B
/
P
C
B
PR/
R
C
(On the front panel)
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R
CENTER
SURROUND BACK
L
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
L
AUTO CAL MIC
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
FRONT AFRONT B
Camcorder/
video game
E
A Optical digital cord (not supplied)
B Audio cord (not supplied)
C Video cord (not supplied)
D Component video cord (not supplied)
E Audio/video cord (not supplied)
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5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna
(aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).
Before connecting antennas (aerials), be sure
to disconnect the power cord.
FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)
AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
IN
TV
SAT
VIDEO
AUDIO
DVD
IN
IN
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
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.
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
OUT
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND BACK
L
CENTER
Y
P
B
/
B
C
PR/
R
C
R
SPEAKERS
R
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
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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.
AC power cord (mains lead)
SURROUND BACK
L
R
AKERS
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT AFRONT B
L
L
R
R
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.
1,2
ON/STANDBY
POWER
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
PHONES
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
2,3
MEMORY/
ENTER
MASTER VOLUME
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
A.DIRECT
2,3
Getting Started
SPEAKERS
To the wall outlet
1 Press POWER to turn off the
receiver.
2 Hold down TONE MODE and
2CH/A.DIRECT and then press
POWER to turn on the receiver.
3 Release the TONE MODE and
2CH/A.DIRECT after a few
seconds.
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.
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Inserting batteries into the
remote
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAP021 Remote Commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.
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 programmed
remote codes may be cleared. If this happens,
program the remote codes again (page 90).
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.
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/A+B)
ON/STANDBY
POWER
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
PHONES
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
MEMORY/
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
ENTER
A.DIRECT
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/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
The speakers connected to both the
SPEAKERS FRONT A and B
terminals (parallel connection)
To turn off the speaker output
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
repeatedly until the “SP A”, “SP B” and
“SP A+B” indicators on the display do not
light up.
“ALL OFF” appears on the display for a while.
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
MASTER VOLUME
SP A
SP B
SP A + B
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Note
You cannot switch the front speaker system by
pressing SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) when the
headphones are connected.
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8: Calibrating the
appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital
Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which
allows you to perform automatic calibration as
follows:
• Check the connection between each speaker
and the receiver.
• Adjust the speaker level.
• Measure the distance of each speaker from
your listening position.
• Measure the speaker size.
• Measure the speaker polarity.
• Measure the frequency characteristics.
a)
The measurement result is not utilized in the
following cases.
– ANALOG DIRECT is selected.
b)
The measurement result is not utilized in the
following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
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 37).
a)
a)
a)
a)b)
Before you perform Auto
Calibration
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set
up and connect the speakers (page 16, 17).
• 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 the 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 the Auto Calibration in a quiet
environment to avoid the effect of noise and
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.
Notes
• The Auto Calibration function does not work in the
following cases.
– SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to off.
– Headphones are connected.
• If you activate the muting function during Auto
Calibration, the muting function will automatically
be set to off.
ON/STANDBY
POWER
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
AUTO CAL MIC
MEMORY/
ENTER
MASTER VOLUME
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
A.DIRECT
Optimizer microphone
Getting Started
continued
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1 Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL
MIC jack.
Performing Auto Calibration
2 Set up the optimizer
microphone.
Place the optimizer microphone at your
listening position. Use a stool or tripod so
that the optimizer microphone remains at
the same height as your ears.
On setting up the active
subwoofer
• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
subwoofer and turn up the volume
beforehand. Turn the MASTER VOLUME
knob to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover
frequency function, set the value to the
maximum.
• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, set this function to off
(deactivated).
Note
Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer
you are using, the setup distance value may be
further away from the actual position.
AUTO
CAL
,
V/v
MUTING
RM SET UP
THEATER
SYSTEM STANDBY
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
MODE
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
MUTING
?/1
AV
?/1
AMP
SAT TV
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
DMPORT
NIGHT
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
MENU
HOME
OPTIONS
MENU
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
?/1
switch
Input
buttons
MASTER
VOL +/–
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Press AUTO CAL.
Measurement starts in 5 seconds. A count
down is displayed.
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds to complete.
The table below shows the display when
measurement starts.
Measurement for Display
Speaker existence TONE
Speaker gain, distance, frequency
response
Subwoofer gain and distance WOOFER
T.S .P.
Tips
• Operations other than turning the receiver on or off
are deactivated during the measurement.
• The measurements may not be performed correctly
or Auto Calibration cannot be performed when
special speakers, such as dipole speakers are used.
To cancel Auto Calibration
The Auto Calibration function will be
canceled when you do the following during the
measurement process:
–Press ?/1 or POWER on the receiver.
– Press the input buttons or turn the INPUT
SELECTOR on the receiver.
– Change the volume level.
– Press MUTING.
– Change the setting of the SPEAKERS (OFF/
A/B/A+B).
– Connect headphones.
–Press AUTO CAL again.
Confirming/saving the
measurement results
1 Confirm the measurement
result.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the measurement result
appears on the display.
Measurement
result
When the
measurement
process
completes
properly
When the
measurement
process fails
Display Explanation
SAVE EXIT
E -
xxx
Proceed to step
2.
:
xxSee “Message
list after Auto
Calibration
measurement”
(page 35).
2 Press AMP and then press V/v
repeatedly to select the item.
Then, press .
Item Explanation
EXIT Exits the setting process
LEVEL INFO. Displays the measurement
DIST. INFO. Displays the measurement
PHASE INFO. Displays the phase of each
WARN CHECK Displays warning
SAVE EXIT Saves the measurement
RETRY Performs the Auto
without saving the
measurement results.
result for speaker level.
result for speaker distance.
speaker (in phase/out of
phase). See “When you
select “PHASE INFO.””
(page 34).
concerning the
measurement results. See
“When you select “WARN
CHECK”” (page 36).
results and exits the setting
process.
Calibration again.
Getting Started
continued
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3 Save the measurement result.
Select “SAVE EXIT” in step 2.
The measurement results are saved and
you can select the calibration type in the
AUTO CAL menu.
For details on calibration type, see page
36.
When measurement ends, “COMPLETE”
appears on the display and the settings are
registered as selected position number.
Note
You can select the position number to save the
Auto Calibration result. Select a position
number before you perform Auto Calibration.
For details, see page 36.
If you do not select the position number, the
Auto Calibration result will automatically save
as POS. 1 (initial setting).
Tip
The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is
determined by the low frequency
characteristics.
The measurement results may vary, depending
on the position of the optimizer microphone
and speakers, and the shape of the room. It is
recommended that you follow the
measurement results. However, you can
change those settings in the SPEAKER menu
(page 47). Save the measurement results first,
then try to change the settings if you want.
When you select “PHASE
INFO.”
You can check the phase of each speaker (in
phase/out of phase).
Press V/v repeatedly to select a
speaker, then press to return to
step 2 in “Confirming/saving the
measurement results”.
Display Explanation
xxx* - IN The speaker is in phase.
xxx* - OUT The speaker is out of phase. The
“+” and “–” terminals of the
speaker may be connected the
other way around. However,
depending on the speakers,
xxx - OUT” appears on the
“
display even though the speakers
are connected properly. This is
because of the speakers’
specifications. In this case, you
can continue to use the receiver.
* xxx represent a speaker channel.
FFront
FL Front left
FR Front right
CNT Center
S Surround
SL Surround left
SR Surround right
SB Surround back
SBL Surround back left
SBR Surround back right
SW Subwoofer
Tip
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
However, there will be no problems even if you
continue to use the receiver with that value.
After you have finished
Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the
receiver.
Note
If you have reposition your speaker, we recommend
that you perform Au to Calibration again to enjoy the
surround sound.
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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
Display Explanation
E -
xxx*
E -
xxx*
E -
xxx*
W -
W -
W -
W -
NO WARNING
xxx*
xxx*
xxx*
xxx*
: 31
: 32
: 33
: 40
: 41
: 42
: 43
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to OFF. Set it to others and perform the
measurement again.
None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is
connected properly and perform the measurement again. If the optimizer microphone is
connected properly but the error code appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be
damaged or improperly connected.
• None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.
• The optimizer microphone is not connected.
• Either the left or right surround speakers is not connected.
• Surround back speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not
connected.Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SURROUND terminals.
• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK
R terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the
SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.
The measurement has completed. However, the noise level is high. You may be able to
perform the measurement properly if you try it again, even though the measurement
cannot be performed in all environments. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet
environment.
The sound input from the optimizer microphone is outside the acceptable range. It is
louder than the loudest sound that can be measured. Try to perform the measurement
when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement.
The volume of the receiver is out of the acceptable range. Try to perform the
measurement when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement.
The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by
noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.
There is no warning information.
Getting Started
* xxx
represent a speaker channel (F, FL, FR, CNT, S, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW).
continued
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•Code 31
Press , then follow the instructions from step
1
1 of “Performing Auto Calibration”.
* You can select this parameter only when you have
performed the Auto Calibration and saved the
settings.
•Code 32, 33
1
When you press , “RETRY? YES” appears.
2 Press V/v to select “RETRY? YES”, then press
.
3 Follow the instructions from step 2 of
“Performing Auto Calibration”.
When you select “WARN CHECK”
If a warning on the measurement result is
present, detailed information is displayed.
Press to return to step 1 of
“Confirming/saving the
measurement results” (page 33).
AUTO CAL menu parameters
You can use the AUTO CAL menu to make
various adjustments for Auto Calibration
settings and to name inputs.
Select “AUTO CAL” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
x A.CAL START (Auto Calibration)
xPOSITION (Position)
You can register 3 patterns as position 1, 2
and 3 (POS. 1, POS. 2 and POS. 3),
depending on the seating position, listening
environment and measurement conditions.
You can also load the registered setting.
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
You can rename the position name. For
details, see “Naming inputs” (page 87).
x CAL TYPE (Calibration type)*
• FULL FLAT
Makes the measurement of frequency from
each speaker flat.
• ENGINEER
Sets the frequency characteristics to a set
that matches that of the Sony listening room
standard.
• FRONT REF
Adjusts the characteristics of all speakers to
match the characteristics of the front
speaker.
•OFF
Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to
off.
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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.
Input
buttons
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SAT TV
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
AMP
TUNER
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
1
4 Press V/v to select the test tone
type and the speaker you want
to adjust.
You can select “FIX” or “AUTO”. For details,
see “TEST TONE (Test tone)” (page 46).
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 are shown on the display
during adjustment.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to select
“OFF”.
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.
Getting Started
2-5
O
HOME
MASTER
VOL +/–
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
MUTING
BD/DVD
OPTIONS
TOOLS
MENU
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“LEVEL”, then press or b.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TEST TONE” then press .
When a test tone is output from
a different speaker than the
speaker indicator showed in the
front panel display.
The speaker pattern to the connected speaker
is not set up correctly. Make sure the speaker
connection and the speaker pattern match.
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Playback
Selecting a component
MUTING
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
/>10
CLEAR
XM
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
MUTING
BD/DVD
AMP
SAT TV
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
DMPORT
INPUT
MODE
NIGHT
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
MENU
HOME
OPTIONS
TOOLS
MENU
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
3
Selected input
[Display]
VIDEO 1
[VIDEO 1]
VIDEO 2
[VIDEO 2]
Components that can
be played back
VCR, etc., connected to the
VIDEO 1 jack
Camcorder, video game,
etc., connected to the
VIDEO 2/PORTABLE AV
IN jack
BD
[BD]
1
DVD
[DVD]
SAT
[SAT]
TV
[TV]
SA-CD/CD
[SA-CD/CD/
CD-R]*
Blu-ray disc player, etc.,
connected to the BD jack
DVD player, etc.,
connected to DVD jack
Satellite tuner, set-top box,
etc., connected to SAT jack
TV, etc., connected to TV
jack
Super Audio CD player,
CD player, etc., connected
to the SA-CD/CD/CD-R
jack
TUNER
Built-in radio tuner
[FM TUNER/
AM TUNER]
DMPORT
[DMPORT]
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter connected to
DMPORT jack
XM
For details, see page 68
[XM RADIO]
* “SA-CD/CD/CD-R” scroll across the
display, then “SA-CD/CD” appears.
2 Turn on the component and
start playback.
Press one of the input buttons
1
to select the component you
want.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
The selected input appears on the display.
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3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to
adjust the volume.
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.
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To activate the muting function
Press MUTING on the remote.
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.
Playback
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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
?/1
RM SET UP
THEATER
AV
?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
SAT TV
7 8 9
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
INPUT
AUTO CAL
SLEEP
MODE
DISPLAY
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
Xx
TV VOL
TV CH
MASTER VOL
PRESET
MUTING
2
AMP
ON/STANDBY
TUNER
ENT/MEM
3
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
<
>
POWER
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
PHONES
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
MEMORY/
2CH/
ENTER
A.DIRECT
5
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
MASTER VOLUME
5
3
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.
Tips
• You can select the sound field to
suit the music. See page 60 for
details.
Recommended sound fields:
Classical: HALL
Jazz: JAZZ
Live concert: CONCERT
• You can listen to the sound that
was recorded in the 2 channel
format from all speakers (multi
channel). See page 55 for
details.
1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player or 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
or CD player.
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Watching a DVD/Blu-ray Disc
?/1
RM SET UP
THEATER
AV
?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
SAT TV
7 8 9
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
INPUT
AUTO CAL
SLEEP
MODE
DISPLAY
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
Xx
TV VOL
TV CH
MASTER VOL
PRESET
MUTING
2
AMP
ON/STANDBY
TUNER
3
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
<
>
POWER
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
PHONES
TONE MODE
TONE
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
6
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
MEMORY/
2CH/
ENTER
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
A.DIRECT
MASTER VOLUME
6
Playback
3
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 audio format of the
disc to be played back, if
necessary.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the movie or music. See
page 55 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 the 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.
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Amplifier Operations
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
HOME
DISPLAY
AMP
MENU
O
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
To return to the previous
display
Press B or RETURN/EXIT O.
Navigating through menus
By using the amplifier menus, you can make
various adjustments to customize the receiver.
1
2-6
RETURN/
EXIT O
MENU/
HOME
1 Press AMP MENU.
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.
To exit the menu
Press MENU/HOME or AMP MENU.
Note
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
on the display. This means that they are either
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
5 Press or b to enter the
parameter.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
menus, see page 42.
Menu
[Display]
AUTO CA L
[AUTO CAL]
(page 36)
LEVEL
[LEVEL]
(page 46)
Parameters
[Display]
Auto calibration
[A.CAL START]
a)
Calibration type
[CAL TYPE]
a)
Position
[POSITION]
Naming inputs
a)
[NAME IN]
a)c)
Test tone
[TEST TONE]
Phase noise
a)c)
[P. NOISE]
Phase audio
a)c)
[P. AUDIO]
Front left speaker level
c)
[FL LEVEL]
Front right speaker level
c)
[FR LEVEL]
Center speaker level
c)
[CNT LEVEL]
Surround left speaker level
[SL LEVEL]
Surround right speaker level
[SR LEVEL]
Surround back speaker level
[SB LEVEL]
Surround back left speaker
c)
level
[SBL LEVEL]
Surround back right speaker
c)
level
[SBR LEVEL]
c)
Subwoofer level
[SW LEVEL]
Dynamic range compressor
[D. RANGE]
Settings Initial
FULL FLAT, ENGINEER,
FRONT REF, OFF
POS. 1, POS. 2, POS. 3 POS. 1
For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 87).
OFF, FIX xxx
b)
, AUTO xxxb)OFF
OFF, FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL,
SBR/SBL, SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR,
FR/SL, FL/FR, CNT/FR, FL/CNT
OFF, FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL,
SBR/SBL, SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR,
FR/SL, FL/FR, CNT/FR, FL/CNT
FL -10 dB to FL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
FR -10 dB to FR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
CNT -20 dB to CNT +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
c)
SL -20 dB to SL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
c)
SR -20 dB to SR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
c)
SB -20 dB to SB +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
SBL -20 dB to SBL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
SBR -20 dB to SBR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
SW -20 dB to SW +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
a)
COMP. MAX, COMP. STD,
COMP. AUTO, COMP. OFF
setting
FULL FLAT
OFF
OFF
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
COMP. AUTO
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Menu
[Display]
SPEAKER
[SPEAKER]
(page 47)
Parameters
[Display]
Speaker pattern
a)
[SP PATTERN]
a)
Front speakers
[FRT SP]
a)
Center speaker
[CNT SP]
Surround speakers
a)
[SUR SP]
Front left speaker distance
[FL DIST.]
Front right speaker distance
[FR DIST.]
Center speaker distance
a)c)
[CNT DIST.]
Surround left speaker
a)c)
distance
[SL DIST.]
Surround right speaker
a)c)
distance
[SR DIST.]
Surround back speaker
a)c)
distance
[SB DIST.]
Surround back left speaker
a)c)
distance
[SBL DIST.]
Surround back right speaker
a)c)
distance
[SBR DIST.]
Subwoofer distance
a)c)
[SW DIST.]
Distance unit
a)
[DIST. UNIT]
Front speaker crossover
frequency
a)
[FRT CROSS]
Center speaker crossover
frequency
a)
[CNT CROSS]
Surround speaker crossover
frequency
a)
[SUR CROSS]
Settings Initial
3/4.1, 3/4, 3/3.1, 3/3, 2/4.1, 2/4, 3/2.1,
3/2, 2/3.1, 2/3, 2/2.1, 2/2, 3/0.1, 3/0,
2/0.1, 2/0
LARGE, SMALL LARGE
LARGE, SMALL LARGE
LARGE, SMALL LARGE
a)c)
FL 3’3” to FL 32’9”
(1 inch step)
a)c)
FR 3’3” to FR 32’9”
(1 inch step)
CNT 3’3” to CNT 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SL 3’3” to SL 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SR 3’3” to SR 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SB 3’3” to SB 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SBL 3’3” to SBL 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SBR 3’3” to SBR 32’9”
(1 inch step)
SW 3’3” to SW 32’9”
(1 inch step)
FEET, METER FEET
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
setting
3/4.1
FL 9’10”
FR 9’10”
CNT 9’10”
SL 9’10”
SR 9’10”
SB 9’10”
SBL 9’10”
SBR 9’10”
SW 9’10”
CROSS 120 Hz
CROSS 120 Hz
CROSS 120 Hz
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Menu
[Display]
SURROUND
[SURROUND]
(page 50)
EQ
[EQ]
(page 51)
TUNER
[TUNER]
(page 51)
AUDIO
[AUDIO]
(page 52)
Parameters
[Display]
Sound field selection
[S.F. SELECT]
Enhanced surround mode
[E.SUR MODE]
Effect level
a)
[EFFECT]
Front speakers bass level
[BASS]
Front speakers treble level
[TREBLE]
FM station receiving mode
a)
[FM MODE]
Naming preset stations
a)
[NAME IN]
XM antenna aiming mode
e)
[XM ANT AIM]
XM Radio ID
e)
[XM ID]
Synchronizes audio with video
a)
output
[A/V SYNC]
Digital broadcast language
a)
selection
Digital audio input decoding
priority
[DUAL MONO]
a)
[DEC. PRIO.]
Digital audio input assignment
[D. ASSIGN]
Settings Initial
setting
For details, see “Enjoying Surround
Sound” (page 55).
d)
, PLIIxd), NEO6 CIN, NEO6
PLII
PLIIx
MUS, NEURAL-THX
EFCT. 50%, EFCT. 80%, EFCT.
EFCT. 100%
100%, EFCT. 150%
BASS -10 dB to BASS +10 dB
BASS 0 dB
(1dB per step)
TREBLE -10 dB to TREBLE +10 dB
TREBLE 0 dB
(1dB per step)
STEREO, MONO STEREO
For details, see “Naming preset
stations” (page 67).
For details, see “Aiming the XM
antenna (aerial)” (page 69).
For details, see “Checking the XM
Radio ID” (page 69).
0 ms to 300 ms
0 ms
(10 ms per step)
MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB MAIN
DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTO
a)
For details, see “Listening to digital
sound from other inputs (DIGITAL
ASSIGN)” (page 83).
HDMI
[HDMI]
(page 53)
Control for HDMI
a)
[CTRL:HDMI]
Setting HDMI audio input
CTRL ON, CTRL OFF CTRL OFF
a)
AMP, TV+AMP AMP
[AUDIO OUT]
a)f)
Subwoofer level for HDMI
SW AUTO, SW 0 dB, SW +10 dB SW AUTO
[SW LEVEL]
SYSTEM
[SYSTEM]
(page 54)
a)
For details, see the page in the parentheses.
b)
xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW).
c)
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not be available.
d)
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some settings may not be available.
e)
This parameter is only available if the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock is connected to the XM jack on the
receiver.
f)
This parameter is only available when HDMI input signals is detected.
Naming inputs
[NAME IN]
Brightness of the display
[DIMMER]
For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 87).
a)
100% DOWN, 60% DOWN,
0% DOWN
0% DOWN
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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 “LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
LEVEL menu parameters
x P. AUDIO (Phase Audio)
•OFF
•
FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL, SBR/SBL,
SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR, FR/SL, CNT/FR,
FL/CNT
Lets you output front 2 channel source sound
(instead of the test tone) sequentially from
adjacent speakers.
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
x FL LEVEL (Front left speaker
level)
x TEST TONE (Test tone)
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and
balance while listening to the test tone from
your listening position.
•OFF
The test tone is turned off.
•FIX xxx
The test tone is output from the speaker you
have selected.
• AUTO xxx
The test tone is output from each speaker in
sequence.
* xxx
*
*
represent a speaker channel.
x P. NOISE (Phase noise)
•OFF
The phase noise is turned off.
FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL, SBR/SBL,
•
SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR, FR/SL, CNT/FR,
FL/CNT
Lets you output the test tone sequentially
from adjacent speakers.
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
x FR LEVEL (Front right speaker
level)
x CNT LEVEL (Center speaker
level)
x SL LEVEL (Surround left speaker
level)
x SR LEVEL (Surround right
speaker level)
x SB LEVEL (Surround back
speaker level)
x SBL LEVEL (Surround back left
speaker level)
x SBR LEVEL (Surround back
right speaker level)
x SW LEVEL (Subwoofer level)
Note
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some
parameters may not be available.
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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. MAX
The dynamic range is compressed
dramatically.
• COMP. STD
The dynamic range is compressed as
intended by the recording engineer.
•COMP. AUTO
The dynamic range is compressed
automatically.
• COMP. OFF
The dynamic range is not compressed.
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 c ompression. 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.
Settings for the speakers
(SPEAKER menu)
You can use the SPEAKER menu to set the
size and distance of the speakers connected to
this receiver.
Select “SPEAKER” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
SPEAKER menu parameters
x SP PATTERN (Speaker pattern)
Lets you set the number of the speakers
connected to this receiver. It should be
synchronize with the subwoofer, front
speakers, center speaker, surround speakers
and surround back speakers settings. For
details, see “Selecting a speaker pattern” (page
18).
x FRT SP (Front speakers)
• LARGE
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if you have selected a
speaker pattern without subwoofer, the front
speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”.
•SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
front channel bass frequencies from the
subwoofer. When the front speakers are set
to “SMALL”, the center and surround
speakers are also automatically set to
“SMALL”.
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x CNT SP (Center speaker)
• LARGE
If you connect a large speaker that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
center speaker to “LARGE”.
•SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
center channel bass frequencies from the
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or
subwoofer.
x SUR SP (Surround speakers)
The surround back speakers will be set to the
same setting.
• LARGE
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
surround speakers to “LARGE”.
•SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
surround channel bass frequencies from the
subwoofer or other speaker that is set to
“LARGE”.
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 subwoofer 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 51.
x FL DIST. (Front left speaker
distance)
x FR DIST. (Front right 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.
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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 SW DIST. (Subwoofer distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the subwoofer.
Note
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some
parameters may not be available.
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!
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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.
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x DIST. UNIT (Distance unit)
Lets you select the unit of measure for setting
distances.
•FEET
The distance is displayed in feet.
• METER
The distance is displayed in meters.
x FRT CROSS (Front speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the front speakers that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
x CNT CROSS (Center speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the center speaker that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
x SUR CROSS (Surround speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the surround speakers that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
Settings for the surround
sound
(SURROUND menu)
You can use the SURROUND menu to select
the sound field you want for your listening
pleasure.
Select “SURROUND” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
SUR menu parameters
x S.F. SELECT (Sound field
selection)
Lets you select the sound field you want. For
details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
55).
Note
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field
Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the
DVD input, then change to a different input and then
return to DVD, “HALL” will automatically be
applied again.
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x E.SUR MODE (Enhanced
surround mode)
Lets you select the surround mode you want.
For details, see “Selecting enhanced surround
mode” (page 57).
x EFFECT (Effect level)
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround
effect for the Cinema Studio EX A/B/C sound
fields.
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Adjusting the equalizer
(EQ menu)
You can use the EQ menu to adjust the tonal
quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers.
Select “EQ” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
EQ menu parameters
x BASS (Front speakers bass
level)*
x TREBLE (Front speakers treble
level)*
* You can also adjust the front speaker bass and
treble level with TONE MODE and TONE +/– on
the receiver (page 7).
Note
This function does not work in the following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency
of more than 96 kHz are being received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
Settings for the tuner
(TUNER menu)
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM
station receiving mode, name preset stations
and check XM Radio status.
Select “TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
TUNER menu parameters
x FM MODE (FM station receiving
mode)
•STEREO
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo
signal when the radio station is broadcast in
stereo.
• 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
67).
Amplifier Operations
x XM ANT AIM (XM antenna aiming
mode)
This parameter helps you to aim the XM
antenna for optimal signal reception. For
details, see “Aiming the XM antenna (aerial)”
(page 69).
x XM ID (XM Radio ID)
Lets you check the XM Radio ID number. For
details, see “Checking the XM Radio ID”
(page 69).
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Settings for the audio
(AUDIO menu)
You can use the AUDIO menu to make
settings for the audio to suit your preference.
Select “AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
AUDIO menu parameters
x A/V SYNC (Synchronizes audio
with video output)
Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize
the time gap between audio output and visual
display. You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms
in 10 ms steps.
Notes
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma monitor or a projector.
• This parameter is not valid when ANALOG
DIRECT is selected.
x DUAL MONO (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.
•MAIN/SUB
Sound of the main language will be output
through the front left speaker and sound of
the sub language will be output through the
front right speaker simultaneously.
•MAIN
Sound of the main language will be output.
•SUB
Sound of the sub language will be output.
x DEC. PRIO. (Digital audio input
decoding priority)
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
signal input to the HDMI IN jacks.
•DEC. AUTO
Automatically switches the input mode
between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
•DEC. PCM
PCM signals are output from the connected
player. To prevent interruption when
playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”. When
signals other than PCM signals are received,
set this item to “DEC. AUTO”.
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 83).
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Settings for the HDMI
(HDMI menu)
You can use the HDMI menu to make various
adjustments for HDMI settings.
Select “HDMI” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
HDMI menu parameters
x CTRL:HDMI (Control for HDMI)
Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function
on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI”
(page 77).
x AUDIO OUT (Setting HDMI audio
input)
Lets you set the HDMI audio output from the
playback component connected to the receiver
via an HDMI connection.
•AMP
The HDMI audio signals from the playback
component are only output to the 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 OUT” is set to “AMP”.
• 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 chann els, 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
software.
• When you connect the receiver to an image
display component (projector, etc.), sound may
not be output from the receiver. In this case,
select “AMP
”.
x SW LEVEL (Subwoofer level for
HDMI)
Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB
or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an
HDMI connection. You can set the level for
each HDMI input independently.
•SW AUTO
Automatically sets the level to 0 dB or +10
dB depending on the frequency.
•SW 0 dB
• SW +10 dB
Note
This parameter is only available when HDMI input
signals are detected.
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Settings for the system
(SYSTEM menu)
You can use the SYSTEM menu to name
inputs and change the brightness of the
display.
Select “SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 42) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 43).
SYSTEM menu parameters
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,
see “Naming inputs” (page 87).
x DIMMER (Brightness of the
display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.
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Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field
When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD
players
This receiver supports the following audio formats.
Audio format
Dolby Digital 5.1ch aa
Dolby Digital EX 6.1ch aa
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS 5.1ch aa
DTS-ES 6.1ch aa
DTS 96/24 5.1ch aa
DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD
Master Audio
Multi channel Linear PCM
a)
Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback component.
b)
Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
a)
a)
a)
a) b)
Maximum number
of channels
7.1ch × a
7.1ch × a
7.1ch
7.1ch
a)
7.1ch × a
Connection of the playback component and
the receiver
COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI
× a
× a
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Selecting Auto Format Direct
(A.F.D.) mode
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.F.D.
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
the sound field you want.
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
56).
Types of A.F.D. mode
A.F.D. mode
[Display]
A.F.D. Auto
[A.F.D. AUTO]
Enhanced surround mode
[E. SURROUND]
Multi Stereo
[MULTI ST.]
NIGHT
MODE
SLEEP
AMP
MENU
Multi channel
audio after
decoding
(Detecting
automatically)
(Depends on selected
enhanced surround
mode)
(Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.
Effect
Presents the sound as it was recorded/en coded without adding
any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a
low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there
is no LFE signals.
For details, see “Selecting enhanced surround mode” (page
57).
However, sound may not be output from certain speakers
depending on the speaker settings.
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Selecting enhanced surround
mode
The enhanced surround 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.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
6
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
1,5
2-4
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
5
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SURROUND”, then press
or b.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“E.SUR MODE” then press
or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the enhanced surround mode
you want, then press or b.
5 Press MENU/HOME or AMP
MENU to exit the menu.
6 Press A.F.D. repeatedly to
select “E. SURROUND”.
The enhanced surround mode you have
selected in “E.SUR MODE” menu will be
applied.
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Types of enhanced surround mode
Enhanced surround
mode
[Display]
Pro Logic II*
[PLII]
Pro Logic IIx*
[PLIIx]
Neo:6 Cinema
[NEO6 CIN]
Neo:6 Music
[NEO6 MUS]
Neural-THX
[NEURAL-THX]
* Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some enhanced surround mode may not be available.
Multi channel
Effect
audio after
decoding
5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II decoding.
7 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding.
7 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.
7 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is
ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
®
7 channel Next generation of Neural-THX
Surround. In addition to
stereo enhancement processing and pure discrete 5.1
surround sound, now capable of full 360° 7.1 surround sound
playback from Neural-THX
®
surround encoded content.
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If you connect a subwoofer
This receiver will generate a low frequency
signal for output to the subwoofer when there
is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound
effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel
signal. However, the low frequency signal is
not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6
MUS” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
recommend setting the subwoofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.
Selecting movie/music mode
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.
2CH/
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
INPUT
AUTO CAL
MODE
DISPLAY
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
MUSIC
MOVIE
Notes
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being
received.
• The beginning of the sound stream may be dropped
out when Neural-THX processing is turned on or
off.
Tips
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the
package.
• Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective, when a
multi-channel signal is input.
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 movie/music mode”
(page 60).
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Types of movie/music mode
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]
V.Multi Dimension
DCS [V.MULTI DIM.]
Jazz Club [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Live concert [CONCERT] Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Stadium [STADIUM] Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Sports [SPORTS] Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.
Portable Audio Enhancer
[PORTABLE]
[HP 2CH]
Headphone Theater
DCS [HP THEA]
Headphone Direct
[HP DIR]
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.
Creates many virtual speakers from a single pair of actual
surround speakers.
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 2CH STEREO mode (page 62)/A.F.D. mode (page 56)
is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround
formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to
experience a theater-like environment while listening through
a pair of headphones.
Outputs the analog signals without processing by the
equalizer, sound field, etc.
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Notes
• The sound fields for music and movies do not work
in the following cases.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 48 kHz are being received.
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being
received.
• 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.
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected,
no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the
speakers are set to “LARGE” in the SPEAKER
menu. However, the sound will be output from the
subwoofer if the digital input signal contains LFE
signals, or if the front or surround speakers are set
to “SMALL,” the sound field for movie is selected,
or “PORTABLE” is selected.
Tip
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS
technology. For details on Digital Cinema Sound
(DCS), see “Glossary” (page 95).
To turn off the surround effect
for movie/music mode
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT to select “2CH ST.” or
press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D.
AUTO”.
Enjoying the surround
effect at low volume
levels
(NIGHT MODE)
This function allows you to retain a theater like
environment at low volume levels. This
function can be used with other sound fields.
When watching a movie late at night, you will
be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low
volume level.
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
MODE
Press NIGHT MODE.
The NIGHT MODE function is activated. The
NIGHT MODE is set to on and off as you
press NIGHT MODE.
Note
This function does not work in the following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency
of more than 96 kHz are being received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
NIGHT
MODE
Enjoying Surround Sound
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Using only the front
Listening to the sound
speakers
(2CH STEREO)
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound
from the front left/right speakers only. There is
no sound from the subwoofer.
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
bypass the sound field processing and multi
channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
channel except LFE signals.
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
2CH/A.DIRECT
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly to
select “2CH ST.”.
Note
No sound is output from the subwoofer in the 2CH
STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channe l stereo sources
using the front left/right speakers and a subwoofer,
select “A.F.D. AUTO” (page 56).
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
without any adjustment
(ANALOG DIRECT)
You can switch the audio of the selected input to
2 channel analog input. This function enables
you to enjoy high quality analog sources.
When using this function, only the volume and
front speaker balance can be adjusted.
AV
?/1
SAT TV
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
SLEEP
?/1
AMP
TUNER
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
1
Sound field
buttons
RM SET UP
THEATER
SYSTEM STANDBY
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
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XM
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
2
AUTO CAL
INPUT
MODE
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the input you want to
listen to in analog audio.
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR
on the receiver.
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2 Press 2CH/A.DIRECT
repeatedly to select
“A.DIRECT”.
The analog audio is output.
To cancel ANALOG DIRECT
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT again.
You can also press any sound field buttons.
Notes
• When headphones are connected, “HP DIRECT”
appears on the display.
• You cannot select ANALOG DIRECT when you
select BD, DMPORT and XM RADIO as input.
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Resetting sound fields to the initial settings
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
1,2
ON/STANDBY
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
POWER
PHONES
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
MEMORY/
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
ENTER
A.DIRECT
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
MASTER VOLUME
2
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.
2 While holding down MUSIC,
press ?/1.
“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display and
all sound fields are reset to their initial
setting.
Tuner Operations
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 to the receiver (page 28).
Tip
The tuning scale is:
FM : 100 kHz
AM : 10 kHz*
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 104).
Automatic tuning
7 8 9
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
1
Tuner Operations
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
2
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
– CATEGORY +
<
CATEGORY MODE
OPTIONS
TOOLS
MENU
<
>
Xx
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
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.
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Using the controls on the
SYSTEM STANBY
receiver
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM
or AM band.
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select
“AUTO”.
3 Turn 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.
• To select monaural audio, set “FM MODE”
in TUNER menu to “MONO” (page 51).
• To return to stereo mode, set “FM MODE”
in TUNER menu to “ST” (page 51).
Direct tuning
You can enter the frequency of a station
directly by using the numeric buttons.
3
4
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
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XM
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
MODE
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
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.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
AMP
SAT TV
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
SLEEP
AMP
MENU
HOME
OPTIONS
MENU
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
1
5
2
64
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 SHIFT.
4 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
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5 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
Tip
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
If you cannot tune in a station
Make sure you have entered the right
frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 5. 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
3
5
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
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CLEAR
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SAT TV
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
AMP
TUNER
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
1
4,6
Tuner Operations
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
MUTING
BD/DVD
OPTIONS
TOOLS
MENU
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
PRESET +/–
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
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2 Tune in the station that you
want to preset using Automatic
Tuning (page 63) or Direct
Tuning (page 64).
Switch the FM reception mode, if
necessary (page 64).
3 Press SHIFT.
4 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
“MEM” lights up for a few seconds.
Perform steps 5 and 6 before “MEM”
goes out.
5 Press the numeric buttons to
select a preset number.
You can also press PRESET + or
PRESET – to select a preset number.
If “MEM” goes out before you select the
preset number, start again from step 3.
6 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
“MEM” lights off.
The station is stored as the selected preset
number.
Tuning to preset stations
1 2 3
Numeric
buttons
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
SAT TV
7 8 9
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
-/--
/>10
CLEAR
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
MUTING
DMPORT
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
INPUT
MODE
HOME
MENU
NIGHT
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
1
ENT/
MEM
2
7 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to preset
another station.
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66
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 SHIFT and then press
the numeric buttons to select the preset
station you want. Then, press ENT/MEM
to enter the selection.
Page 67
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”.
3 Turn TUNING +/– to select the preset
station you want.
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.
Naming preset stations
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
SAT TV
7 8 9
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
4-7
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
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
1
3
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, you can
b without selecting a character.
press
2 Press to enter the name.
The entered name is registered.
Tuner Operations
2 Tune in the preset station you
want to create an index name
for (page 66).
3 Press AMP MENU.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TUNER”.
5 Press or b to enter the
menu.
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Listening to the XM Radio
About XM Radio
XM is North America’s number one satellite
radio company, offering an extraordinary
variety of commercial-free music, plus
the best in premier sports, news, talk radio,
comedy, children’s and entertainment
programming, broadcast in superior digital
audio quality coast to coast. For more
information, or to subscribe, U.S. customers
visit xmradio.com or call XM Listener Care at
1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346);
Canadian customers visit xmradio.ca or call
XM Listener Care at 1-877-GETXMSR
(1-877-438-9677).
XM Ready® Legal
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 (U.S.
residents) and 1-877-GETXMSR (Canadian
residents). Only available in the 48 contiguous
United States and Canada. ©2008 XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
XM Ready® Subscriptions
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner
and Home Dock, inserted the XM Mini-Tuner,
connected the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock to your XM Ready
®
audio 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
below for reference.
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-GETXMSR (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 audio system on for up to an hour.
When you can access the full lineup on your XM
Ready audio system you are done.
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Checking the XM Radio ID
C
Aiming the XM antenna (aerial)
Before operating the receiver, connect the XM
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock to the XM jack.
XM jack
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DC5V
0.7A MAX
DMPORT
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
FM
ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
IN
TV
SAT
DVD
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
XM
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 1 IN
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
SUBWOOFER
SAT IN
OUT
Note
To ensure optimal rec eption 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 AIM” in the TUNER
menu to help you aim the antenna for optimal
signal reception.
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
2
3-6
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
2 Press AMP MENU.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TUNER”.
4 Press or b to enter the
menu.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM ANT AIM”.
Tuner Operations
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, “Signal strength”
(page 70).
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Signal strength
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
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
1
2,3
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
– CATEGORY +
<
.
TUNING – TUNING +
CATEGORY MODE
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
OPTIONS
MENU
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TUNER”, then press or b.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM ID”, then press or b.
4 Check the XM Radio ID on the
display and write it in the space
provided here.
ID:_____________________________
You can also check the XM Radio ID
using the display on the receiver.
Receiving XM Radio broadcasts
7 8 9
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
1
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
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INPUT
MODE
– CATEGORY +
<
CATEGORY MODE
HOME
MENU
SLEEP
DMPORT
<
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
>
2
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to
select a channel.
You can also press TUNING MODE on
the receiver to select “AUTO”, and then
turn TUNING +/– to select a channel.
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Selecting channels from a
category (CATEGORY TUNING)
You can select a channel from one category or
all the categories by changing the category
mode.
7 8 9
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
-/--
CLEAR
1
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
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– CATEGORY +
<
CATEGORY MODE
TV VOL
DMPORT
INPUT
MODE
HOME
MENU
NIGHT
MODE
SLEEP
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
TV CH
PRESET
3
4
2
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”, and then
turn TUNING +/– to select the 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).
Tuner Operations
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
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” lights up on the display
when you set to “ONE CAT” mode.
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Selecting channels by inputting
the channel number directly
(DIRECT TUNING)
THEATER
3
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
1
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
RM SET UP
SYSTEM STANDBY
/>10
INPUT
MODE
– CATEGORY +
<
CATEGORY MODE
?/1
AV
?/1
AMP
SAT TV
SA-CD/
TUNER
CD
ENT/MEM
0/10
DMPORT
NIGHT
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
MENU
HOME
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
<
>
Xx
4
5
2
5 Press ENT/MEM.
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
DISPLAY
ON/STANDBY
POWER
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
TONE
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
PHONES
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO L AUDIO R AUTO CAL MIC
MEMORY/
2CH/
A.F.D. MOVIE MUSICDIMMER
ENTER
A.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 t Volume level
Tip
The preset number is always displayed at the right
end of the display.
DISPLAY INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
MASTER VOLUME
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
2 Press D.TUNING.
3 Press SHIFT.
4 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the channel number.
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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
AV
?/1
SAT TV
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
?/1
AMP
TUNER
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
5
4,6
RM SET UP
THEATER
SYSTEM STANDBY
3
1
SHIFT TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
/>10
XM
5 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 +/– on the
receiver.
Preset number from 1 to 30 are available
and channel 1 is preset for all the preset
numbers when you purchase the receiver.
6 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also press MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
“MEM” lights off.
7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to preset
another channel.
Tuner Operations
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
2 Tune in the channel you want to
preset.
For details on selecting channels, see
“Listening to the XM Radio” (page 68).
3 Press SHIFT.
4 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also press MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
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Selecting the channel by using
the preset numbers
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
4 5 6
DVD
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR
1
XM
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
O
RETURN/
EXIT
.
TUNING – TUNING +
mM
DISC SKIP D.TUNING
MASTER VOL
MUTING
SAT TV
SA-CD/
CD
0/10
/>10
INPUT
SLEEP
MODE
HOME
MENU
– CATEGORY +
<
CATEGORY MODE
Xx
TV VOL
PRESET
<
TV CH
TUNER
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
>
Numeric
button s
ENT/
MEM
2
Note
The preset channel information will be updated
depending on the service provided by XM Satellite
Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to.
1 Press XM.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver to select “XM RADIO”.
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset
channel you want.
You can also press SHIFT and then press the
numeric buttons to select the preset channel
you want. Then press ENT/MEM to enter
the selection.
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver to select “PRESET” and then turn
TUNING +/–.
You can select preset channels from 1 to 30.
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XM Radio messages list
Message
appears
ANTENNA The XM antenna is not
UNAUTH You have selected an XM
NO
SIGNAL
LOADING The XM Mini-Tuner is
OFF AIR You have select an XM channel
– – – – – No artist name or song title is
CH UNAVL The selected channel is not
XM
TUNER
Explanation Remedies
connected to the XM MiniTuner and Home Dock or the
XM antenna cable is damaged.
channel that is blocked or
cannot be received with your
XM subscription package.
The XM Mini-Tuner is not
receiving the XM satellite
signal. The XM antenna’s view
of the satellites may be blocked
or the antenna is not properly
aimed.
acquiring audio or program
information from the XM
satellite signal. This message
can also appear if the signal is
too weak.
that is not currently
broadcasting.
available for this selection.
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 received XM’s signal
for an extended period.
The XM Mini-Tuner is not
installed or not fully seated in
the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock or the XM Mini-Tuner
and Home Dock is not
connected to the receiver.
Check that the XM antenna is connected to the XM
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock securely and check the
antenna cable for damage. Replace the XM antenna if the
cable is damaged.
Consult the latest channel guide at www.xmradio.com
(US 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 1-877-4389677 (Canadian residents).
Check the antenna for obstructions and reposition the
XM antenna to get a better signal reception. To optimize
the antenna position, see “Aiming the XM antenna
(aerial)” (page 69).
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the XM
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock for antenna installation
information.
This message should disappear when the signal is strong.
If you often see this message, reposition the XM antenna
for better signal reception.
To optimize the antenna position, see “Aiming the XM
antenna (aerial)” (page 69).
Check this XM channel later. In the meantime, select
another channel.
—
Consult the latest channel guide at www.xmradio.com
(US residents) or www.xmradio.ca (Canadian residents)
for the current channel list. For a new radio or a radio
that has not received XM’s sig nal for an extended period,
allow the radio to receive the XM satellite signal for at
least 5 minutes and then select the channel again.
Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is fully seated in the dock
and check the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock cable is
connected to the receiver.
Tuner Operations
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Message
Explanation Remedies
appears
XM –
– The preset number entered is an
Enter a number from 1 to 30.
invalid number.
SIG:GOOD The signal strength is good. Adjust the antenna so that the signal is as strong as
SIG:MARG The signal strength is marginal.
possible. For details, see “Aiming the XM antenna
(aerial)” (page 69).
SIG:WEAK The signal strength is weak.
SIG:NONE There is no signal.
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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.
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Connecting a TV and other
components
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect
the AC power cord.
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.
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
Audio/video
signals
A
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
FM
ANTENNA
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
INOUT IN
TV
B
VIDEO
AUDIO
SAT
IN
IN
Audio/video
signals
XM
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
DVD
DVD player
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT
VIDEOINVIDEO
OUT
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
SUBWOOFER
Audio/video
signals
A
COMPONENT VIDEO
Blu-ray disc player
L
CENTER
Y
B
/
P
C
B
PR/
R
C
R
SPEAKERS
AC
A
SURROUND BACK
L
R
SPEAKERS
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
FRONT AFRONT B
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)
a)
Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).
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a)
Audio/video
signals
a)
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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 the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting
operation, “SCANNING” flashes 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” (page 80).
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 steps 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 the 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
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To set Control for HDMI
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
SLEEP
MENU
2-6
O
HOME
RETURN/
EXIT
MENU
OPTIONS
TOOLS
NIGHT
MODE
AMP
Watching a DVD
(One-Touch Play)
1
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.
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“HDMI”.
3 Press or b to enter the
menu.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“CTRL:HDMI”.
5 Press or b to enter the
parameter.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“CTRL ON”.
Control for HDMI function is activated.
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.
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Enjoying the TV sound
from the speakers
connected to the receiver
(System Audio Control)
You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers
connected to the receiver by a simple
operation.
You can operate System Audio Control
function using the TV menu. For details, refer
to the operating instructions of the TV.
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 “CTRL:HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”, the
“AUDIO OUT” settings in the HDMI 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
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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.
RM SET UP
THEATER
SYSTEM STANDBY
SHIFT TV
TV
1 2 3
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 BD
Press TV, then press AV ?/1.
The TV, receiver and the components
connected via HDMI are turned off.
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.
?/1
AV
?/1
AMP
AV ?/1
Other Operations
Switching between
digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE)
When you connect components to both digital
and analog 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.
Audio input modes
x AUTO
Gives priority to digital audio signals when
there are both digital and analog connections.
If there are more than one digital connection,
HDMI audio signals have priority over
COAXIAL and OPTICAL audio signals.
If there are no digital audio signals, analog
audio signals are selected.
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x ANALOG
Specifies the analog audio signals input to the
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
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Notes
• Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.
• When the ANALOG DIRECT function is selected,
audio input is set to “ANALOG” automatically and
you cannot select other modes.
• When either XM Radio or DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter is selected, “------” appears on the
display, and you cannot select other modes. Select
an input mode other than the satellite tuner and
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter then set the
audio input mode.
Listening to digital sound
from other inputs
(DIGITAL ASSIGN)
You can reassign digital audio input that has
OPTICAL or COAXIAL (VIDEO 1 IN, SAT
IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when
they are not currently being used.
For example, to output the sound source for
DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack on
the receiver, then:
• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD
player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN jack of
the receiver.
• Assign “VD1 OPT” to “DVD” in the
D. ASSIGN setting.
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“AUDIO”.
3 Press or b to enter the
menu.
Other Operations
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 (for
example, “VD1 OPT”).
7 Press or b to enter your
selection.
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8 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the input (“VD1 Æ 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 also become a digital
sound through the OPTICAL VIDEO 1
jack.
The input you can reassign to varies for
each digital audio input. For details, see
“Assignable inputs for digital audio
input” (page 84).
To return to the previous display
Press B.
Assignable inputs for digital
audio input
The initial setting is marked with an
underscore.
Digital audio
input
[Display]
OPTICAL
VIDEO 1 IN
[VD1 OPT]
COAXIAL DVD
IN
[DVD COAX]
OPTICAL SAT
IN
[SAT OPT]
Assignable
inputs
VIDEO1 VD1
VIDEO2 VD1Æ[VD2]
BD VD1
DVD VD1
SA-CD/CD VD1
VIDEO1 DVD
VIDEO2 DVD
BD DVD
DVD DVD
SAT DVDÆ[SAT]
SA-CD/CD DVD
VIDEO2 SAT
BD SAT
DVD SAT
SAT SAT
Display
Æ[VD1]
Æ[BD]
Æ[DVD]
Æ[CD]
Æ[VD1]
Æ[VD2]
Æ[BD]
Æ[DVD]
Æ[CD]
Æ[VD2]
Æ[BD]
Æ[DVD]
Æ[SAT]
Notes
• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio
input to the same input.
• You cannot use the digital audio input for the
original input when it is reassigned to another
input.
• When you assign the digital audio input, the
INPUT MODE setting may change automatically
(page 82).
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Enjoying the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT)
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio source or
computer.
By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound
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.
• 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.
Other Operations
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Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA
D
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.
TV
OPTICAL
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
SAT
IN
OPTICAL
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
A Video cord (not supplied)
DIGITAL
DMPORT
DC5V
0.7A MAX
OUT IN
L
R
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN
HDMI
AM
FM
ANTENNA
VIDEO
IN
TV
SAT
IN
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
DVD
IN
IN
VIDEO 1 IN OUT
XM
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
MONITOR
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
SUBWOOFER
VIDEO 1
SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
TV
A
COMPONENT VI
To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter from DMPORT
jack
DC5V
2
Press and hold both sides of the connector and
then pull out the connector.
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0.7A MAX
DMPORT
1
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.
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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
remote button operation, see page 11.
• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR OUT
or HDMI OUT jack of the receiver to the TV
(page 86).
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 60).
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 one of the input buttons
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.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SYSTEM”.
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 67).
Other Operations
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Changing the display
Using the Sleep Timer
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
Index name of the input* t Selected input t
Sound field currently applied t Volume level
t Stream info
FM and AM band
Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound
field currently applied t Volume level
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 t Volume level
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 67, 87).
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.
You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
“SLEEP” lights up in the display.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
OFF t 0:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 1:30:00 t
2:00:00
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.
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Recording using the receiver
You can record from a video/audio 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. See 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 63).
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.
Other Operations
Note
Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output
from the SA-CD/CD/CD-R OUT jacks.
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Using the Remote
Programming the remote
4 Press ENT/MEM.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
twice and the remote automatically exits
the programming mode.
You can program the remote to control nonSony components by changing the code. Once
the control signals have been memorized, you
can use those components as part of your
system.
Furthermore, you can also program the remote
for Sony components that the remote is unable
to control. Note that the remote can only
control components that accept infrared
wireless control signals.
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing
RM SET UP.
The RM SET UP button slowly flashes.
2 Press the input button for the
component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to control a
CD player, press SA-CD/CD.
The RM SET UP and the SHIFT button
indicator light up.
3 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the numeric code (or one
of the codes if more than one
code exists) corresponding to
the component and the maker
of the component you want to
control (except TV).
See the tables on page 91–94 for
information on the numeric code(s)
corresponding to the component and the
maker of the component (the first digit
and the last two digits of the numeric code
correspond to the category and the
maker’s code respectively).
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control
other components.
Notes
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
pressed.
• In step 2, if you want to chan ge to other input, press
SHIFT and then press the new input buttons you
want.
• In step 2, if you press TUNER, you can only
program the button to control a tuner (page 94).
• For the numeric codes, only the last three numbers
entered are valid.
To program the remote to
control a TV
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing RM SET UP.
The RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes.
2 Press TV.
The RM SET UP and the SHIFT button
indicator light up.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if more
than one code exists) for TV. For details, see
page 93.
4 Press ENT/MEM.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
twice and the remote automatically exits the
programming mode.
To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP during any step. The RM
SET UP indicator flashes 5 times in quick
succession. The remote automatically exits the
programming mode.
To activate the input after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input you want.
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If programming is
unsuccessful, check the
following:
• If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
• If the indicator flashes 5 times in quick
succession while entering the numeric code,
an error has occurred. Start again from step
1.
To clear the memory of the
remote
To clear all programmes, do the following to
reset the remote to factory settings.
While holding down MASTER
VOL –, press and hold ?/1 and then
press AV ?/1.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
The numeric codes
corresponding to the
component and the maker of
the component
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable
to control. Since the remote signal that a
component accepts differs depending on the
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
Notes
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a
chance, however, that your component will not
respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
To control a CD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 101, 102, 103
DENON 104, 123
JVC 105, 106, 107
KENWOOD 108, 109, 110
MAGNAVOX 111, 116
MARANTZ 116
ONKYO 112, 113, 114
PANASONIC 115
PHILIPS 116
PIONEER 117
TECHNICS 115, 118, 119
YAMAHA 120, 121, 122
To control a DAT deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 203
PIONEER 219
To control an MD deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 301
DENON 302
JVC 303
KENWOOD 304
To control a tape deck
Maker Code(s)
SONY 201, 202
DENON 204, 205
KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209
NAKAMICHI 210
PANASONIC 216
PHILIPS 211, 212
PIONEER 213, 214
TECHNICS 215, 216
YAMAHA 217, 218
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To control an LD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 601, 602, 603
PIONEER 606
To control a video CD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 605
To control a VCR
Maker Code(s)
SONY 701, 702, 703, 704,
AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758
AKAI 707, 708, 709, 759
BLAUPUNKT 740
EMERSON 711, 712, 713, 714,
FISHER 717, 718, 719, 720
GENERAL ELECTRIC
(GE)
GOLDSTAR/LG 723, 753
GRUNDIG 724
HITACHI 722, 725, 729, 741
ITT/NOKIA 717
JVC 726, 727, 728, 736
MAGNAVOX 730, 731, 738
MITSUBISHI/MGA 732, 733, 734, 735
NEC 736
PANASONIC 729, 730, 737, 738,
PHILIPS 729, 730, 731
PIONEER 729
RCA/PROSCAN 722, 729, 730, 731,
SAMSUNG 742, 743, 744, 745
SANYO 717, 720, 746
SHARP 748, 749
TELEFUNKEN 751, 752
TOSHIBA 747, 756
ZENITH 754
* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you
enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony
instead.
705, 706
715, 716, 750
721, 722, 730
739, 740
741, 747
To control a DVD player
Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
BROKSONIC 424
DENON 405
HITACHI 416
JVC 415, 423
MITSUBISHI 419
ORITRON 417
PANASONIC 406, 408, 425
PHILIPS 407
PIONEER 409, 410
RCA 414
SAMSUNG 416, 422
TOSHIBA 404, 421
ZENITH 418, 420
To control a DVD recorder
Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
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To control a TV
Maker Code(s)
SONY 501
AIWA 501, 536, 539
AKAI 503
AOC 503
CENTURION 566
CORONADO 517
CURTIS-MATHES 503, 551, 566, 567
DAYTRON 517, 566
DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 507,
515, 544
FISHER 508, 545
FUNAI 548
FUJITSU 528
GOLDSTAR/LG 503, 512, 515, 517,
534, 544, 556, 568
GRUNDIG 511, 533, 534
HITACHI 503, 513, 514, 515,
517, 519, 544, 557,
571
ITT/NOKIA 521, 522
J.C.PENNY 503, 510, 566
JVC 516, 552
KMC 517
MAGNAVOX 503, 515, 517, 518,
544, 566
MARANTZ 527
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 519, 527, 544,
566, 568
NEC 503, 517, 520, 540,
544, 554, 566
NORDMENDE 530, 558
NOKIA 521, 522, 573, 575
PANASONIC 509, 524, 553, 559,
572
PHILIPS 515, 518, 557, 570,
571
PHILCO 503, 504, 514, 517,
518
PIONEER 509, 525, 526, 540,
551, 555
PORTLAND 503
QUASAR 509, 535
Maker Code(s)
RADIO SHACK 503, 510, 527, 565,
567
RCA/PROSCAN 503, 510, 523, 529,
544
SAMSUNG 503, 515, 517, 531,
532, 534, 544, 556,
557, 562, 563, 566,
569
SAMPO 566
SABA 530, 537, 547, 549,
558
SANYO 508, 545, 546, 560,
567
SCOTT 503, 566
SEARS 503, 508, 510, 517,
518, 551
SHARP 517, 535, 550, 561,
565
SYLVANIA 503, 518, 566
THOMSON 530, 537, 547, 549
TOSHIBA 535, 539, 540, 541,
551
TELEFUNKEN 530, 537, 538, 547,
549, 558
TEKNIKA 517, 518, 567
WARDS 503, 517, 566
YORK 566
ZENITH 542, 543, 567
GE 503, 509, 510, 544
LOEWE 515, 534, 556
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To control a satellite tuner
Maker Code(s)
SONY 801, 802, 803, 804,
AMSTRAD 845, 846
BskyB 862
GENERAL ELECTRIC
(GE)
GRUNDIG 859, 860
HUMAX 846, 847
THOMSON 857, 861, 864, 876
PACE 848, 849, 850, 852,
PANASONIC 818, 855
PHILIPS 856, 857, 858, 859,
NOKIA 851, 853, 854, 864
RCA/PROSCAN 866, 871
BITA/HITACHI 868
HUGHES 867
JVC/Echostar/Dish
Network
MITSUBISHI 872
SAMSUNG 875
TOSHIBA 869, 870
824, 825, 865
866
862, 863, 864
860, 864, 874
873
To control a tuner
Maker Code(s)
SONY 002, 005
To control a Blu-ray disc
recorder
Maker Code(s)
SONY 310, 311, 312
To control a PSX
Maker Code(s)
SONY 313, 314, 315
To control a DVD/VHS COMBO
Maker Code(s)
SONY 411
To control a DVD/HDD COMBO
Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
To control a cable box
Maker Code(s)
SONY 821, 822, 823
HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839,
JERROLD/G.I./
MOTOROLA
JERROLD 830, 831
OAK 841, 842, 843
PANASONIC 816, 826, 832, 833,
PHILIPS 830, 831
PIONEER 828, 829
RCA 805
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 815, 816, 817, 844
TOCOM/PHILIPS 830, 831
ZENITH 826, 827
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840
806, 807, 808, 809,
810, 811, 812, 813,
814, 819
834, 835
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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 Dimensio ns,” “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 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 Deep Color
Video signals for which the color depth of
signals passing through an HDMI jack have
been raised.
The number of colors that could be expressed
by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216 colors) with
the current HDMI jack. However, the number
of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel
will be 36 bits, etc., when the receiver
corresponds to Deep Color.
Since the gradation of the depth of a color can
be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more
smoothly expressed.
x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
A unique sound reproduction technology for
home theater developed by Sony, in
cooperation with Sony Pict ures 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 subwoofer 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 Plus
Dolby Digital Plus provides the flexibility and
efficiency to deliver more channels of
compelling surround sound for high-definition
video media. Its superior coding efficiencies
enable up to 7.1ch of high-quality
multichannel audio without negatively
impacting bit budgets allocated for video
performance or additional feature sets.
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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 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.
The GAME mode is suitable for video games.
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 Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is Dolby’s lossless audio
technology developed for high-definition
optical discs. Dolby TrueHD audio is bit-forbit identical to the original studio masters and
provides supreme-quality audio up to 8
channel at 96 kHz/24 bit and up to 6ch at
192 kHz/24 bit. Together with high-definition
video, it offers an unprecedented home theater
experience.
x DTS 96/24
A high sound quality digital signal format. It
records audio at a sampling frequency and bit
rate of 96 kHz/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
surround left and surround right channels. It is
ideal for playback of motion picture
soundtracks.
x DTS-HD
Audio format which extends the conventional
DTS Digital Surround format.
This format consists of a core and an
extension, and the core part has DTS Digital
Surround compatibility. There are two kinds of
DTS-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
and DTS-HD Master Audio. DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio has a maximum
transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with lossy
compression (Lossy), and DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio corresponds to a maximum
sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and a
maximum of 7.1 channel. DTS-HD Master
Audio has a maximum transmission rate of
24.5 Mbps, and uses lossless compression
(Lossless), and DTS-HD Master Audio
corresponds to a maximum sampling
frequency of 192 kHz, and a maximum of
7.1 channel.
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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 Neutral THX
Neural-THX Surround is taking surround
sound to the next level. This revolutionary new
technology delivers the rich envelopment and
discrete image detail of surround sound in a
format that is fully compatible with stereo.
Neural-THX Surround reduces the bandwidth
needed for broadcasters to deliver true, multichannel surround presentations, and enables
7.1-channel support for gaming and movies.
By unmasking the audio details, typically lost
by other playback systems, audiences will
experience the deep ambience and subtle
details of movies, music and games. And with
this technology being used by sound designers
during content creation, as well as embedded
into playback devices, Neural-THX Surround
promises a listening experience that is true to
the original mix.
Neural-THX Surround has been chosen as the
official surround sound broadcast format for
XM Satellite Radio’s “XM HD Surround”, as
well as other leading FM/HD radio stations
worldwide.
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.
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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 TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the
receiver is being used in combination with a
TV, 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.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem.
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/
A+B) is not set to off (page 30).
• Check that headphones are not connected.
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel
the muting function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with the input buttons (page
38).
• When only a very low-level sound is
heard, check to see if NIGHT MODE is
activated (page 61).
• 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 analog 2
channel sources.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“AUTO” (page 82) and the DIGITAL and
HDMI connection is not made for the
selected input.
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN
function is not used to reassign the audio
input of another source to the selected
input (page 83).
There is no sound from digital sources
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 82).
• Check that the ANALOG DIRECT
function is not selected.
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN
function is not used to reassign the audio
input of another source to the selected
input (page 83).
There is pop noise from a specific
component connected to this receiver
when you turn on the component.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“AUTO” for the selected input (page 82).
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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.
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 60).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 37).
• Make sure the center/surround speakers
are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE”
(page 48).
• Check “SP PATTERN” setting (page 47).
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check that the subwoofer is connected
correctly and securely.
• Make sure you have turned on your
subwoofer.
• Depending on the selected sound field, no
sound output from the subwoofer.
• When all speakers are set to “LARGE”
and “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” is
selected, there is no sound from the
subwoofer.
• Check “SP PATTERN” setting (page 47).
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.
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.
Recording cannot be carried out.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
• Select the source component using the
input buttons (page 38).
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.
100
US
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