Sony STR-DH820 Operating Instruction

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Multi Channel AV Receiver

4-266-497-12(1)

Operating Instructions

STR-DH820

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WARNING

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

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

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

For customers in the United States

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

M o d e l N o . _____________________________________________________

S e r i a l N o . ______________________________________________________

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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

1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.

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

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

For customers in Europe

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or

0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notice for customers: The following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives.

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

For customers in Australia

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DH820. The model number is located at the lower right front panel of the receiver. The illustrations used in this manual are of the USA model and they may be different from your model. Any differences in operation are marked in the manual as “Europe model only”.

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

On copyrights

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

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, 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; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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

) technology.

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iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

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

“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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

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Table of Contents

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

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

Description and location of parts...................9

Getting started .............................................18

Connections

1: Installing the speakers .............................19

2: Connecting the speakers..........................21

3: Connecting the TV ..................................23

4a: Connecting the video equipment ...........24

4b: Connecting the audio equipment...........32

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............33

6: Connecting the AC power cord

(mains lead) ............................................33

Preparing the Receiver

Initializing the receiver................................ 34

Setting the speakers ..................................... 34

Using AUTO CALIBRATION ....................36

Guide to on-screen display operation ..........41

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting the sound field............................. 54

Using the SOUND OPTIMIZER................ 58

Resetting sound fields to the default

settings ................................................... 58

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync? .......................... 59

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync............. 59

Playing back equipment with one-touch

operation (One-Touch Play)................... 60

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)......................... 61

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power-Off) ............................... 61

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound

field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 62

Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected

scene (Scene Select)............................... 62

Basic Operations

Playing an input source equipment..............43

Playing an iPhone/iPod................................45

Playing a USB device ..................................48

Recording using the receiver .......................50

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio ..........................51

Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning) .......................................52

Receiving RDS broadcasts ..........................53

(Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only)

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE) .................................... 62

Using the sound/images from other inputs

(Input Assign) ........................................ 63

Using a bi-amplifier connection.................. 65

Using multi-zone features ........................... 65

Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu ............................. 68

Speaker Settings menu................................ 69

Surround Settings menu.............................. 71

EQ Settings menu ....................................... 72

Audio Settings menu................................... 72

HDMI Settings menu .................................. 73

System Settings menu ................................. 74

Operating without connecting to a TV ....... 74

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Using the Remote Control

Programming the remote control ................ 80

Resetting the remote control ....................... 85

Additional Information

Precautions .................................................. 85

Troubleshooting .......................................... 86

Specifications .............................................. 93

Index............................................................ 96

Supplied accessories

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

• Quick Setup Guide

• GUI Menu List

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• Remote control (1) – RM-AAP061 (USA and Canada models

only)

– RM-AAP062 (Other models)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)

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Inserting batteries into the remote control

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control.

Notes

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

• Do not use a new battery with old ones.

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

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

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

• When you replace or remove the batteries, the programmed codes may be cleared. If this happens, reprogram the remote control (page 80).

• When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with new ones.

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Description and location of parts

Front panel

A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 34, 52, 58) B TONE, TONE MODE

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

C SOUND OPTIMIZER (page 58) D AUTO VOL

Adjust the volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from the connected equipment (ADVANCED AUTO VOLUME function). This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV programs.

Notes

• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you turn off this function.

• As this function is available only when Dolby Digital, DTS or Linear PCM signals are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to other formats.

• This function does not work in the following cases. – Linear PCM signals with a sampling

frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS

96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received.

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E Display panel (page 10) F Remote control sensor

Receives signals from remote control.

G INPUT SELECTOR (page 44, 50, 62) H INPUT MODE (page 62) I MASTER VOLUME (page 43) J VIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 30) K iPhone/iPod terminals (page 29)

Connects the (USB) port and the video jack to output audio/video from iPhone/iPod.

L (USB) port (page 32) M AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 37) N DISPLAY (page 80) O DIMMER

Adjusts the brightness of the display panel in 3 levels.

P 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE

(HD-D.C.S.), MUSIC (page 54, 56)

Q TUNING MODE, MEMORY/ENTER,

TUNING

Press to operate a tuner (FM/AM). Turn TUNING to scan a station.

R SPEAKERS (page 36) S PHONES jack (page 87)

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Indicators on the display panel

SB RSBSB L

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USB ANALOG ARCHDMI COAXOPT

D.L.L.

PL II x z

LFE

A.P.M.

D.RANGE ST DTS ES LPCM SLEEP BI AMP SP A B96 24

A SW

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

B USB

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

C D.L.L.

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

D Input indicator

Lights up to indicate the current input.

ANALOG

– No digital signal is being input. – INPUT MODE is set to “ANALOG”. – The “A. DIRECT” is being selected.

HDMI

The receiver recognizes the equipment connected via an HDMI IN jack.

COAX

Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 62).

OPT

Digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack (page 62).

ARC

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

E Dolby Digital Surround indicator*

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

D D EX D+ TrueHD

Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD

F NEO:6

Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 55).

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RDS MEM DTS HD MSTR HI RES LBR ZONE 2

NEO:6

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G DTS-HD indicator*

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

DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD HI RES

DTS-HD LBR

H ZONE 2

Lights up while operation in zone 2 is being enabled.

I SP A/SP B/SP A B (page 36) J BI-AMP

Lights up when surround back speakers selection is set to “BI-AMP” (page 65).

K SLEEP

Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated.

L LPCM

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

M DTS(-ES) indicator*

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

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96/24

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

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96 kHz/24 bit

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N Tuning indicators

Lights up when the receiver tunes to a radio station.

RDS (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only)

Tuned to a station with RDS services.

MEM

Memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 52), etc., is activated.

Stereo broadcast

O EQ

Lights up when the equalizer is activated.

P D.RANGE

Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 71).

Q A.P.M.

Lights up when the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function is activated. You can only set the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function in the DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function (page 36).

R Dolby Pro Logic indicator

Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals.

PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz

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

Note

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

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

T Playback channel indicators

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

LH RH L R C SL SR S

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

SBL SBR SB

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

Example:

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

* When playing a Dolby Digital or DTS format disc,

make sure that you have completed the digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 62) or “A. DIRECT” is not selected.

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Rear panel

1 2 3

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A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section

HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 23, 27, 28, 29, 30)

OPTICAL IN jacks (page 23, 27,

28)

COAXIAL IN jack (page 27)

B ANTENNA section

FM ANTENNA jack (page 33)

AM ANTENNA terminals (page 33)

C Controls jacks for Sony equipment

and other external equipment

IR REMOTE IN/OUT jacks (page 66)

D SPEAKERS section (page 21)

E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

White (L)

Red (R)

Black

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks (page 23, 32)

AUDIO OUT jacks (page 21)

F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT

section (page 23, 27, 28, 30)

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks

VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks

AUDIO OUT jacks VIDEO OUT jack (page 66)

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G COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

OUTPUT section (page 23, 27, 28)

Green (Y)

Blue (P

Red (P

* You must connect the HDMI TV OUT or

MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 23).

Y, PB, PR IN/OUT* jacks

Remote control

Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is pre-programmed to operate Sony audio/video equipment. You can also program the remote control to operate non-Sony equipment. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 80).

• RM-AAP061 (USA and Canada models only)

• RM-AAP062 (Other models)

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A ?/1 (on/standby)

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

Saving the power in standby mode

When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF” (page 59).

B AV ?/1

(on/standby)

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

Note

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

C ZONE (page 67) D Input buttons

Selects the equipment you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are assigned to control Sony equipment. You can program the remote control to control non-Sony equipment following the steps in “Programming the remote control” on page 80.

Numeric buttons

1)2)

Press SHIFT (V), then press numeric buttons to – preset/tune to the preset stations (page 52). – select track numbers. Press 0/10 to select track

number 10.

– select channel numbers. Press TV (W), then press the numeric buttons to select the TV channels.

-/--

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

>10

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

ENT/MEM

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

or track using numeric buttons.

– store a station during tuner operation.

CLEAR

Press SHIFT (V), then press CLEAR to clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button.

(Text)

Press TV (W), then press

/ to display text

information.

E SOUND FIELD +/–

Selects a sound field (page 54).

F Color buttons

Displays an operation guide on the TV screen when the color buttons are available. Follow the operation guide to perform a selected operation.

G GUI MODE

Displays the GUI menu on the TV screen.

H TOOLS/OPTIONS

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

I MENU, HOME

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

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1),

m/M1), N

1)2)

, X1), x

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

Press to – replay the previous scene or fast forward the

current scene.

– skip to previous or next album when using

iPhone/iPod.

REPEAT

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

SHUFFLE

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

FOLDER +/–

Selects a folder.

TUNING +/–

Scans a station.

D.TUNING

Enters direct tuning mode.

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K TV CH +/–

1)2)

or PROG +/–

1)2)

Press TV (W), then press TV CH +/– or PROG +/– to scan for the preset TV channels.

PRESET +/–

1)2)

Selects preset stations or channels.

Press TV (W), then press c/C to select the next or previous page while in the text mode.

L F1/F2

Press BD/DVD (D), then press F1 or F2 to select the equipment.

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

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

AUTO VOL

Press AMP (X), then press AUTO VOL to adjust the volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from the connected equipment (ADVANCED AUTO VOLUME function). This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV programs.

Notes

• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you turn off this function.

• As this function is available only when Dolby Digital, DTS or Linear PCM signals are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to other formats.

• This function does not work in the following cases. – Linear PCM signals with a sampling

frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS

96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received.

SLEEP

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

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

Tip

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

M BD/DVD TOP MENU

, MENU

Displays the menu or on-screen guide on the TV screen. Then, use V/v/B/b (R) and (R) to perform menu operations.

TV INPUT

(Input select)

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

(Text hold)

Press TV (W), then press to hold the current page while in the text mode.

or 1) (Wide mode)

WIDE

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

N MUTING

or 1)

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

O TV VOL +/–

or +/–1)

Press TV (W), then press TV VOL +/– or

+/– to adjust the TV volume level.

MASTER VOL +/–

or +/–1)

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

P DISC SKIP/iPhone CTRL

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

iPhone/iPod.

Q RETURN/EXIT O

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

V/v/B/b

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

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S GUIDE

or 1)

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

T AUTO CAL

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

Note

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

DISPLAY

Views information on the display panel. (RM-AAP061 only) Press TV (W), then press DISPLAY to display information of TV.

, (Info, Text reveal)

Press TV (W), then press to display information such as current channel number and screen mode. Press TV (W), then press to reveal hidden information (e.g. answers to a quiz) while in the text mode.

U SOUND OPTIMIZER

Activates the sound optimizer function (page 58).

V SHIFT

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

W TV

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

X AMP

Activates the receiver operation for main zone (page 75).

Y RM SET UP

Programs the remote control (page 80).

See the table on page 17 for information on the buttons that you can use to control each equipment.

The 5/VIDEO 2, N and TV CH +/PROG +/ PRESET +/

c buttons have tactile dots. Use the

tactile dots as reference when operating the receiver.

Notes

• The above explanation is intended to serve as examples.

• Depending on the model of your connected equipment, some functions explained in this section may not work with the supplied remote control.

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To control other Sony equipment

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Getting started

You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below.

Installing and connecting the speakers (page 19, 21)

Checking the connection appropriate for your equipment

Connecting the TV and video equipment (page 23, 24)

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

COMPONENT VIDEO

HDMI

Digital

B/CB

PR/C

Analog

VIDEO

High quality image

Connecting the audio equipment (page 32)

Preparing the receiver

See “6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 33) and “Initializing the receiver” (page 34).

Setting the speakers

Select the speaker pattern (page 34), then perform Auto Calibration (page 36).

Note

You can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone” (page 70). If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again.

Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipment

To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the connected equipment. For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio (HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)”, and “DTS (Coaxial/ Optical)” are set to “Auto”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of September 2010). For a PlayStation 3, check that “BD/DVD Audio Output Format (HDMI)” is set to “Bitstream” (with system software version 3.5). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

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Connections

1: Installing the speakers

Connections

This receiver allows you to use a 7.2 channel system (7 speakers and 2 subwoofers).

Example of speaker system configuration

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

5.1 channel speaker system

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

7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakers

You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format by connecting additional one surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel).

7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers

You can enjoy vertical sound effects by connecting additional two front high speakers in PLIIz mode (page 55).

* You cannot use the surround back speakers and the

front high speakers simultaneously.

continued

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Tips

• When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system

with two surround back speakers, all the angles A should be the same.

• When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system with two front high speakers, place the front high speakers – at an angle between 22° to 45°. – at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) directly above the front

speakers.

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

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

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2: Connecting the speakers

Connections

10 mm

(13/32")

Center speaker

Surround speaker

Right Left

Subwoofer *

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

Right

Surround back/Front high/

Bi-amplifier/Front B

speaker

Left

Front A speaker

continued

LeftRight

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* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto

standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be output.

**Notes on the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/

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

connect it to L of this terminals.

– If you have an additional front speaker system,

connect them to this terminals. Set the “SB Assign” to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 35). You can select the front speaker system you want by using the SPEAKERS button on the receiver (page 36).

– You can connect the front speakers to this

terminals using bi-amplifier connection (page 22). Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 35).

Notes

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

• Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), make sure that metallic wires of the speaker cords are not touching each other within the SPEAKERS terminals.

• After you have install and connect your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from the Speaker Settings menu (page 34).

Bi-amplifier connection

If you are not using surround back speakers and front high speakers, you can connect the front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals using a bi-amplifier connection.

Front speaker

(Right)

Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals. Make sure that metal fittings of Hi/Lo attached to the speakers have been removed from the speakers to avoid receiver malfunction. After you have made the bi-amplifier connection, set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 65).

Front speaker

(Left)

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3: Connecting the TV

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface) if you connect HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV.

Connections

Audio signals Video signals Audio/video

or or

BC D E

signals

ARC

***

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

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

Recommended connection Alternative connection

continued

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* To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel

surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, connect A or E. Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting function.

**If you connect the receiver to the Audio Return

Channel (ARC) compatible TV, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver via the HDMI TV OUT jack. Be sure to set the “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON” in HDMI Settings menu (page 60). If you want to select an audio signal using other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical digital cord or an audio cord), switch the audio input mode using INPUT MODE (page 62).

Notes

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

• Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

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

• Depending on the status of the connection between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the TV screen may be distorted. If this is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther away from the receiver.

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips

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

• The receiver has a video conversion function. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 31).

• When you connect the audio output jack of the TV to the TV IN jacks of the receiver to output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched between either “Fixed” or “Variable”.

4a: Connecting the video equipment

Using HDMI connection

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Synccompatible equipment using HDMI cables, operations can be simplified. See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 59).

HDMI features

• A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers connected to the receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 57).

• The receiver can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with an HDMI connection.

• Analog video signals input to the receiver’s VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals (page

31). Audio signals are not output from an HDMI TV OUT jack while the image is converted.

• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), x.v.Color (x.v.Colour) and 3D transmission.

Notes on HDMI connections

• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack is output through the SPEAKERS terminals, HDMI TV OUT jack and PHONES jack. It is not output through any other audio jacks.

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

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

• When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set the “Audio Out” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 73). If you cannot play back multi channel audio source, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not output through the TV speaker.

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

• Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If you set the “Pass Through” to “OFF”, video and audio signals will not be transmitted when the power is turned off.

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

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

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

• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Multi Channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection.

• Set the image resolution of the playback equipment to more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD).

• The image resolution of the playback equipment may need to be at certain settings before you can enjoy Multi Channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

• To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, put on 3D glasses, and then play back a 3D-compatible content.

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

• Not every HDMI equipment supports all functions that are defined by the specific HDMI version. For example, equipment that support HDMI, version 1.4, may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC).

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

When connecting cords

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

• It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect according to the availability of jacks on the connected equipment.

• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D images may not be displayed properly.

• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D equipment, the sound and/or the image may be lost. Connect a separate audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu when the sound is not output correctly.

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip

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

Connections

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

See “Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 63).

Converting video signals

This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 31).

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Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player

Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player

Audio/video

signals

Video signals Audio signals

or or

Connections

DE*

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

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

* When you connect the equipment equipped with

an OPTICAL jack, set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 63).

E Optical digital cord (not supplied) F Audio cord (not supplied)

Recommended connection Alternative connection

Note

Be sure to change the default setting of the BD/DVD input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 80).

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Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner

Audio/video signals Audio signals

ACDE

Video signals

or or

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

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

Recommended connection Alternative connection

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Connecting a PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3

Audio/video signals

Connecting an iPhone, iPod for video contents

A Apple composite AV cable

(not supplied)

Connections

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

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

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Connecting other equipment

DVD recorder, VCR

Audio signals Video

signals

Audio/video

signals

**B

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

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

D Audio/video cord (not supplied)

* If you want to record, you must make this

connection (page 50).

Note

Be sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Programming the remote control” (page 80).

Camcorder, video game

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Function for conversion of video signals

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

INPUT jack OUTPUT jack

Connections

HDMI IN

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

: Same type of signal as that of the input signal is output. : Video signals are upconverted and output.

Notes on converting video signals

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

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

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

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

• The converted video signals are output through the HDMI TV OUT jack.

• The resolution of the signals output to the HDMI TV OUT jack are converted up to 1080p.

HDMI TV OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT

MONITOR VIDEO OUT

Note

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

To connect a recording equipment

When recording, connect the recording equipment to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO OUT jacks of the receiver. Connect cords for input and output signals to the same type of jack, as VIDEO OUT jacks do not have an upconversion function.

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4b: Connecting the audio equipment

Connecting a Super Audio CD player, CD player, MD deck, Tape deck

Super Audio CD player, CD player

Connecting an iPhone, iPod, USB device

iPhone, iPod,

USB device

A USB cable (not supplied)

MD deck, Tape deck

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Connections

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

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Notes

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop

antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment.

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna

(aerial).

• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),

keep it as horizontal as possible.

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

AC power cord (mains lead)

To the wall outlet

Note

Be sure to turn the receiver on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.

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Preparing the Receiver

Setting the speakers

Initializing the receiver

Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to revert back to the factory default settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.

?/1

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

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

Selecting the speaker pattern

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“SP Pattern”, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the speaker pattern you want, then press .

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Setting the surround back speakers

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

Notes

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

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

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

Auto Calibration.

1 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“SB Assign”, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

• Speaker B: If you connect an additional

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

• BI-AMP: If you connect front speakers

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

• OFF: If you connect surround back or

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

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Preparing the Receiver

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Selecting the front speaker

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

SPEAKERS

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

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

Indicators Selected speakers

SP A The speaker connected to the

SPEAKER FRONT A terminals.

SP B* The speaker connected to the

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

SP A B* The speaker connected to both the

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

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

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

to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 35).

Note

This setting is not available when headphones are connected.

Using AUTO CALIBRATION

This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows:

• Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver.

• Adjust the speaker level.

• Measure the distance of each speaker from your seating position.

• Measure the speaker size.

• Measure the frequency characteristics

(EQ).

• Measure the frequency characteristics

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

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

(Phase).

1)2)

The DCAC is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your preference. For details, see “Test Tone” (page 70).

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items.

• Set up and connect the speakers (page 19,

21).

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

• Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use bi-amplifier connection (page 65).

• Set the “SB Assign” to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use speakers front B connection (page 35).

• Make sure the speaker output is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 36).

• Disconnect the headphones.

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• Remove any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers to avoid measurement errors.

• Get accurate measurement by making sure the environment is free from noise and quiet.

Notes

• The speakers emit very loud sound during the

calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted. Provide consideration to your neighborhood and to the children in presence.

• If the muting function has been activated before

you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will shut off automatically.

• The correct measurements may not be able to take

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

Setting up the Auto Calibration

Optimizer microphone

Example of using surround back speakers

1 Select the speaker pattern

(page 34).

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

2 Connect the supplied optimizer

microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

3 Set up the optimizer

microphone.

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

Confirm active subwoofer setup

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

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

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

Preparing the Receiver

Note

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

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Performing Auto Calibration

?/1

Input buttons

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto Cal.”, then press or b.

4 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Standard”, then press .

The calibration type is automatically set to “Engineer”.

5 Press to select “START”.

MUTING/

MASTER VOL +/–/

2 +/–

1 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

6 The measurement starts in five

seconds.

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

Note

If an error code appears on the screen, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 40).

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7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the item you want, then press

• Retry: Performs the Auto Calibration

again.

• Save: Save the measurement results and

exits the setting process.

• Warning: Displays warning related to

the measurement results. See “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 40).

• Exit: Exits the setting process without

saving the measurement results.

To cancel Auto Calibration

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

or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

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

Preparing the Receiver

8 Save the measurement result.

Select “Save” in step 7.

Notes

• You can select the calibration type you want by using the “Custom” Auto Calibration (page 40).

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

• The A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function does not work in the following cases. – The calibration type is set to “Off

using the “Custom” Auto Calibration (page 40).

– When Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD signals

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

” when

9 Disconnect the optimizer

microphone from the receiver.

Note

If you reposition your speaker, we recommend that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the surround sound.

Tips

• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance Unit” in the Speaker settings menu (page 71).

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

Checking the Auto Calibration results

To check error code or warning message obtained in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 38), proceed with the following steps.

Press V/v to select “Warning” in step 7 in “Performing Auto Calibration” (page 39) then press

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

When “Error Code” appears

Check the error and perform Auto Calibration again.

1 Press to select “ENTER”.

“RETRY ?” appears on the TV screen.

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

3 Repeat steps 6 to 9 in “Performing Auto

Calibration” (page 38).

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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement

Display and explanation

Error Code 31

The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set to other speaker settings and perform the Auto Calibration again.

Error Code 32

None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform the Auto Calibration again. If the optimizer microphone is connected properly but the error code still appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be damaged.

Error Code 33

• None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.

• The optimizer microphone is not connected.

• Either the surround left or surround right speaker is not connected.

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

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

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

Warning 40

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

Warning 41 Warning 42

The input from the microphone is too big.

• The distance between the speaker and the microphone may be too close. Set them apart and perform the measurement again.

Warning 43

The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.

No Warning

There is no warning information.

Tip

Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the measurement results may vary. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value.

Customizing the Auto Calibration

You can customize the Auto Calibration by selecting the calibration type you want.

1 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto Cal.”, then press or b.

4 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Custom”, then press .

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the calibration type you want, then press .

• Full Flat: Makes the measurement of

frequency from each speaker flat.

• Engineer: Sets to “the Sony listening

room standard” frequency characteristics.

• Front Reference: Adjusts the

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

• Off: Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer

level and the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function to off.

Note

Set the calibration type to “Off ” if you want to decode DTS 96/24 audio format.

6 Press to confirm the

selected calibration type.

7 Repeat steps 5 to 9 in

“Performing Auto Calibration” (page 38).

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Guide to on-screen display operation

You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing V/v/B/b and on the remote control. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 41).

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

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

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

Input”.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

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

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select

the parameter you want.

Preparing the Receiver

Using the menu

1 Switch the input of the TV so

that an image of the menu is displayed.

2 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

To turn “GUI MODE” on and off

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

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Overview of the main menus

Menu icon Description

Input Selects the input source

equipment connected to the receiver (page 43).

Music Selects the music from

iPhone/iPod (page 46) or USB device (page 48).

Video Selects the video from

iPhone/iPod (page 46).

FM/AM Selects the built-in FM/AM

radio (page 51).

Settings You can adjust the settings of

the speakers, the surround effect, equalizer, audio and other inputs connected to the HDMI jacks (page 68).

Using the option menus

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

After “GUI ON” appears on the display panel for a while, the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

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

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

Input”.

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

the menu item list is displayed.

The option menu appears.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

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

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

To exit the option menu

Press MENU.

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Basic Operations

Playing an input source equipment

?/1

Input buttons

SOUND FIELD +/–

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

3 Select the equipment you want,

then press .

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

• BD/DVD: Blu-ray Disc player or DVD

player, etc., connected to the BD/DVD jack.

• GAME: PlayStation 3, etc., connected

to the GAME jack.

• SAT/CATV: Satellite tuner, etc.,

connected to the SAT/CATV jack.

• VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2: VCR, etc.,

connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack.

• TV: TV connected to the TV jack.

• MD/TAPE: MD deck, Tape deck, etc.,

connected to the MD/TAPE jack.

• SA-CD/CD: Super Audio CD or CD

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

4 Turn on the equipment and

start playback.

Basic Operations

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

MUTING/

Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

MASTER VOL +/ –/

2 +/–

2 Select “ Input”, then press

or b.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen.

5 Press MASTER VOL +/– or

2 +/– to adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to

enjoy the surround sound.

You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.) or MUSIC button on the receiver. For details, see page 54.

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Tips

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

• You can adjust the volume differently depending on the speed you turn the MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. To turn the volume up or down quickly: turn the knob quickly. To make fine adjustment: turn the knob slowly.

• You can adjust the volume differently depending on the length of time you press and hold the MASTER VOL +/– or control. To turn the volume up or down quickly: press and hold the button. To make a fine adjustment: press the button and release it immediately.

2 +/– on the remote

To activate the muting function

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

• Press MUTING or again.

• Increase the volume.

• Turn off the receiver.

• Perform Auto Calibration.

Naming the input (Name Input)

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

1 Select the input you want to

name from “

Input” screen.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Name Input”, then

press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

character, then press b.

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

5 Repeat step 4 to input a

character one by one, then press .

The name you entered is registered.

To avoid damaging your speakers

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

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Playing an iPhone/iPod

You can enjoy music/video contents from the iPhone/iPod by connecting it to the iPhone/iPod terminals on the receiver. For details on connecting the iPhone/iPod, see page 29, 32.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models

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

iPod touch

4th generation

iPod nano

6th generation

iPod touch

3rd generation

iPod nano

5th generation

(video camera)

iPod touch

2nd generation

iPod nano

4th generation

(video)

iPod touch

1st generation

iPod nano

3rd generation

(video)

Basic Operations

iPod nano

2nd generation

(aluminum)

iPod classic

iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPhoneiPhone 4

Notes

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

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

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Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode

Operating the iPhone/iPod using “System GUI” mode

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

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

iPhone CTRL

1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music” or

“

Video”, then press or

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

1 Make sure that “System GUI” is

selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode” (page 46).

2 Press to select “iPhone/

iPod”.

3 Select the content you want

from the contents list, then press .

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

Note

The video signals from iPhone/iPod are up converted on this receiver and then viewed on your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 31).

To select the playback mode

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

• Repeat: Off / One / All

• Shuffle: Off / Songs / Albums

• Audiobooks: Slower / Normal / Faster

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

4 Select “System GUI” or “iPod”,

then press .

Operating the iPhone/iPod using “iPod” mode

1 Make sure that “iPod” is

selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPhone/iPod control mode” (page 46).

2 Press to select “iPhone/

iPod”.

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3 Select the content you want

using iPhone/iPod menu.

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

To operate the iPhone/iPod using the remote control

You can operate the iPhone/iPod using the following buttons on the remote control of the receiver.

SHIFT

USB

V/v/B/b,

Press USB before you use the following buttons.

Press Operation

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

b Skips to the previous/next album.

B•/•

, b Enters the selected item.

MENU, RETURN, B

V/v Selects the previous/next item.

REPEAT* Enters repeat mode.

SHUFFLE* Enters shuffle mode.

* Press SHIFT, then press this button.

Returns to previous display/ folder hierarchy.

Notes on iPhone/iPod

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

• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPhone/ iPod.

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

Basic Operations

RETURN

B•/•

iPhone/iPod message list

./>, REPEAT,

SHUFFLE

m/M

Message and explanation

Reading

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

The receiver is loading information of the iPhone or iPod.

No Support

An unsupported iPhone or iPod is connected.

No Device

No iPhone or iPod is connected.

No Music/No Video

No music or video was found.

HP No Support

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

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Playing a USB device

You can enjoy music from the USB device by connecting it to the (USB) port on the receiver. For details on connecting a USB device, see “Connecting an iPhone, iPod, USB device” (page 32). The music file formats that can be played back by this receiver are as follows:

File format Extensions

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III)

AAC* “.m4a”, “.3gp”, “.mp4”

WMA9 Standard* “.wma”

* The receiver does not play files encoded with

DRM.

Compatible USB devices

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

Verified Sony USB device

Product name Model name

Walkman

“.mp3”

NWZ-S754 / S755

NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455

NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355

NWZ-B133 / B135 / B133F / B135F

NWZ-B142 / B143 / B142F / B143F

NWD-E023F / E025F

NWZ-E435F / E436F / E438F

NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345

NWZ-S636F / S638F / S639F

NWZ-S736F / S738F / S739F

NWZ-A726 / A728 / A729 / A726B / A728B

NWZ-A826 / A828 / A829

NWZ-W202

Product name Model name

NWZ-X1050 / X1060

NWZ-S744 / S745

NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445

NWZ-S543 / S544 / S545

NWZ-A844 / A845 / A846 / A847

NWZ-W252 / W253

NWZ-B152 / B153 / B152F / B153F

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

16GL

USM1GLX / 2GLX / 4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX

Notes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Operating the USB device

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

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1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Music”, then press

or b.

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

3 Press to select “USB”.

You can operate the USB device using the remote control of the receiver. The information of music contents appear on the TV screen.

To select the playback mode

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

• Repeat: Off / One / All / Folder

To operate the USB device using the remote control

You can operate the USB device using the following buttons on the remote control of the receiver.

AMP

SHIFT

USB

FOLDER

+/–

./>,

REPEAT

m/M

Press USB or AMP before you use the following buttons.

Press Operation

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

FOLDER +/– Goes to the previous/next folder.

REPEAT* Enters repeat mode.

* Press SHIFT, then press this button.

Notes on the USB device

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.

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

USB message list

Message and explanation

Reading

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

Device Error

The memory of the USB device could not be recognized (page 48).

No Support

An unsupported USB device is connected, an unknown device is connected, or the USB device is connected through a USB hub (page 48).

No Device

No USB device is connected.

No Track

No track was found.

Recording using the receiver

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback equipment that you want to record.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

2 Prepare the playback

equipment for playing.

Example 1 (audio recording): Tune to the radio station you want to record. Example 2 (video recording): Insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.

3 Prepare the recording

equipment.

Example 1 (audio recording): Insert a blank MD or tape into the recording deck and adjust the recording level. Example 2 (video recording): Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording equipment (connected to VIDEO 1 OUT jacks) for recording.

4 Start recording on the

recording equipment, then start the playback equipment.

Notes

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

• Only analog input signals are output from the analog output jack (for recording).

• HDMI sound cannot be recorded.

• While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. In this case, set the “Auto Standby” to “OFF” (page 74).

You can record from an audio equipment (e.g., CD recorder) or video equipment (e.g., VCR, DVD recorder) using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording equipment.

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Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

2 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from

FM AM

the menu, then press or b.

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

You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, be sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 33).

Tip

The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.

Area FM AM

USA, Canada 100 kHz 10 kHz*

Europe, Australia, Taiwan

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 52).

SHIFT

50 kHz 9 kHz

Numeric buttons

Tuning to a station automatically (Auto Tuning)

1 Select “Auto Tuning”, then

press or b.

2 Press V/v.

Press V to scan from low to high, press v to scan from high to low. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.

In case of poor FM stereo reception

1 Tune in the station you want to listen to

using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning (page 51), or select the preset station you want (page 52).

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

Tuning to a station directly (Direct Tuning)

Tuner Operations

1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

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

1 Select “Direct Tuning”, then

press or b.

2 Press SHIFT, then press

numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

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

* Press 0 for Europe, Australia and Taiwan

models only.

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Tip

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

3 Press .

Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning)

If you cannot tune to a station

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

Changing the AM tuning scale

(USA and Canada models only)

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

?/1

TUNING MODE

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down TUNING

MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver.

3 Change the current AM tuning

scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).

To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure above.

Note

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

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

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Tune to the station that you

want to preset using Auto Tuning (page 51) or Direct Tuning (page 51).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Memory”, then press

or b.

4 Select a preset number, then

press .

The station is stored as the selected preset number.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store

another station.

You can store station as follows:

• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30

• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30

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Tuning to preset stations

1 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from

the menu, then press or b.

FM AM

2 Select the preset station you

want.

Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.

Naming preset stations (Name Input)

1 On “ FM” or “ AM” screen,

FM AM

select the preset number which you want to name.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Select “Name Input”, then

press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

character, then press b.

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

5 Repeat step 4 to input a

character one by one, then press .

The name you entered is registered.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

(Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only)

This receiver allows you to use Radio Data System (RDS), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular programming signal. This receiver offers convenient RDS features, such as Program Service name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.*

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.

Simply select a station on the FM band.

When you tune to a station that provides RDS services, “RDS” lights up and the Program Service name* appears on the TV screen and the display panel.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a Program

Service name will not appear.

Notes

• RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal or if the signal strength is weak.

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

Tip

While a Program Service name is displayed, you can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 80).

Tuner Operations

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Enjoying Surround Sound

Note

You cannot select “A. DIRECT” when you select GAME and USB as input.

Selecting the sound field

This receiver can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields.

SOUND FIELD +/–

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

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

2 channel sound mode

You can switch the output sound to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver.

x 2CH ST. (2ch Stereo)

The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the subwoofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.

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

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

x A.F.D. AUTO (A.F.D. Auto)

Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects. However, for USA and Canada models, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.

x MULTI ST. (Multi Stereo)

Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. However, sound may not be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.

Movie 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 into your home.

x A. DIRECT (Analog Direct)

You can switch the audio of the selected input to 2 channel analog input. This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources. When using this function, only the volume and front speaker level can be adjusted.

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x HD-D.C.S.

HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is Sony’s new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise response measurement data of a mastering studio. With HD-D.C.S., you are able to enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound, but also the best sound ambience, just as the movie’s sound engineer intended in the mastering process. You can select the effect type for HD-D.C.S. For details, see “Surround Settings menu” (page 71).

x PLII MV (PLII Movie)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.

x PLIIX MV (PLIIx Movie)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete

7.1 movie channels.

x PLIIZ (PLIIz Height)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting increases flexibility to expand a

5.1 to a 7.1 channel system. Its vertical equipment gives a dimension of presence and depth.

x NEO6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels.

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 concert halls into your home.

x HALL (Hall)

Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

x JAZZ (Jazz Club)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

x CONCERT (Live Concert)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

x STADIUM (Stadium)

Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.

x SPORTS (Sports)

Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.

x P. AUDIO (Portable Audio)

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

x PLII MS (PLII Music)

Perform Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x PLIIX MS (PLIIx Music)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x PLIIZ (PLIIz Height)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting increases flexibility to expand a

5.1 to a 7.1 channel system. Its vertical

equipment gives a dimension of presence and depth.

x NEO6 MUS (Neo:6 Music)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

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When headphones are connected

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

x HP 2CH (HP (2CH))

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except “A. DIRECT”). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.

x HP DIRECT (HP (Direct))

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “A. DIRECT” is selected. Outputs the analog signals without processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.

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.

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

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

– “A. DIRECT” is selected.

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

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

signals.

– the front or surround speakers are set to

“Small”.

– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,

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

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

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

Notes on sound fields

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

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

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

– PLIIz is available only when the speaker

pattern is set to a setting with front high speakers.

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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver

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

Audio format

Dolby Digital 5.1 aa Dolby Digital EX 6.1 aa

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby TrueHD DTS 5.1 aa DTS-ES 6.1 aa

DTS 96/24

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

DTS-HD Master Audio

Multi Channel Linear PCM

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

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

The DTS 96/24 will decode as DTS when the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching) function is activated.

a)b)

Maximum number

of channels

7.1 × a

5.1 aa

7.1

7.1 × a

Connection between the playback

equipment and the receiver

COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI

× a

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Using the SOUND

Resetting sound fields to

OPTIMIZER

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

SOUND OPTIMIZER

Press SOUND OPTIMIZER to select “SOUND.OP. ON”.

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

Note

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

the default settings

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

?/1

MUSIC

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down MUSIC,

press ?/1.

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

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“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

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

• One-Touch Play (page 60)

• System Audio Control (page 61)

• System Power-Off (page 61)

• Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 62)

• Scene Select (page 62)

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

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

Note

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

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

The receiver is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function.

• If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, you can set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and playback equipment automatically by setting the Control for HDMI function on your TV (page 59).

• If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver, playback equipment and TV individually (page 60).

If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function

The Control for HDMI function of the receiver can be turned on simultaneously by turning on the Control for HDMI function of the TV.

1 Connect the receiver, TV and playback

equipment via HDMI connection (page 23, 24). (The respective equipment must be compatible with the Control for HDMI function.)

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and playback

equipment.

3 Turn on the Control for HDMI function

of the TV.

The Control for HDMI function of the receiver and all the connected equipment are turned on simultaneously. When the setup is completed, “COMPLETE” will appear on the display panel.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

For details on setup of the TV, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

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If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings” from the menu,

then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “HDMI”, then press or b.

4 Select “Ctrl for HDMI”, then press or

5 Select “ON”, then press .

The Control for HDMI function is set to on.

6 Press GUI MODE to exit the GUI menu.

If the GUI menu is displayed, the Control for HDMI function of the playback equipment will not work properly.

Notes

• Before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” on your TV, be sure to turn on the TV and other connected equipment including the receiver first.

• If the playback equipment 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 equipment does not support the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”, but still supports the Control for HDMI, then you need to set the Control for HDMI function for the connected equipment before you perform the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” from the TV.

• If you have assigned the HDMI input to another input using “HDMI Assign” in HDMI menu, the One-Touch Play function is not available.

Playing back equipment with one-touch operation

(One-Touch Play)

By a simple operation (one-touch), equipment connected to the receiver with Bravia Sync function start automatically. You can enjoy the sound/image using connected equipment. When you set “Pass Through” to “AUTO” or “ON”, sound and image can be output only from the TV while the receiver remains in standby mode.

7 Set the Control for HDMI function of the

connected equipment to on.

If the Control for HDMI function is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting. For details on setting the TV and connected equipment, refer to the operating instructions of the respective equipment.

When you start playback a connected equipment, the receiver and TV operation are simplified as follow:

Receiver and TV

Turns on (if in standby mode)

Switches to appropriate HDMI input

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Notes

• Be sure that the System Audio Control function is set to on using TV menu.

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

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

Tip

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

• When you adjust the TV volume, the System Audio Control function adjusts the receiver’s volume simultaneously.

Notes

• If System Audio Control does not function

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

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

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

• If the TV is turned on before turning on the

receiver, the TV will momentarily loose the sound output.

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

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

TV Receiver

Sets System Audio Control to on

Minimizes TV volume

You can also use the System Audio Control function as follows.

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

• Turns on (if in standby mode)

• Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Outputs TV sound

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power-Off)

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

AV ?/1

Press TV, then press AV ?/1.

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

Notes

• Set the TV power supply interlock function to “ON” before using the System Power-Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

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

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Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field

(Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)

Press THEATER or THEATRE on the remote control of the TV or the Blu-ray Disc player, while pointing the remote control towards the TV.

The sound field switches to “HD-D.C.S.”. To return to the previous sound field, press THEATER or THEATRE again.

Note

The sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

Tip

The sound field may revert to the previous field when you change the TV’s input.

Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected scene

(Scene Select)

The Scene Select function allows you to enjoy the optimum picture quality and switches the sound field according to the selected scene on your TV. For details on the operation, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Note

The sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE)

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

1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the

receiver to select the input.

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

2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly

on the receiver to select the audio input mode.

The selected audio input mode appears on the display panel.

• AUTO: Gives priority to digital audio

signals. If there are more than one digital connection, HDMI audio signals have priority. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected. When TV input is selected, priority is given to the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals. If your TV is not compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, the digital optical audio signals are selected.

• COAX: Specifies the digital audio

signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.

• OPT: Specifies the digital audio signals

input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.

• 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 based on the input.

• When the USB input is selected, “------” appears on the display panel, and you cannot change to other modes. Select another input, then set the audio input mode.

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

• The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function does not work in the following cases. – Your TV is not compatible with the Audio

Return Channel (ARC) function. – “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”. – When you do not connect the receiver to the

ARC compatible TV’s HDMI jack via an HDMI

cable.

1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Input”, then press

or b.

3 Select the input name you want

to assign.

4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The options menu appears.

5 Select “Input Assign”, then

press or b.

The “Input Assign” screen appears.

Using the sound/images from other inputs

(Input Assign)

You can reassign audio and/or video signals to another input when they are not currently being used. After you have reassigned the input jacks, you can use the input button (or INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver) to select the equipment you connected.

Component video and digital audio input assign

You can reassign the COMPONENT VIDEO and DIGITAL input jacks to other input if the default settings of the jacks do not correspond to your connected equipment. Example: When you connect the DVD player to the OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN and COMPONENT VIDEO SAT/CATV (IN 2) jacks. – Assign the OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN jack to

“BD/DVD”.

– Assign the COMPONENT VIDEO SAT/

CATV (IN 2) jacks to “BD/DVD”.

6 Select the audio and/or video

signals you want to assign to the input which you selected in step 3 using V/v/B/b.

7 Press .

Other Operations

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Input name BD/DVD GAME SAT/

Assignable video input jacks

Assignable audio input jacks

* Default setting

Notes

• You cannot assign other optical input to the inputs to which optical input jack is initially assigned.

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

• One reassignment is allowed for each input.

COMP.1 a* aaaaaa COMP.2 aaa* aaaa CVBS a – aa* a*– – NONE – a*– – – a* a* BD COAX a* aaaaaa SAT OPT aaa* aaaa ANALOG a – aa* a* a* a* NONE – a*–––––

CATV

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 MD/TAPE SA-CD/

HDMI input assign

You can reassign the HDMI input jacks to other input if the default settings of the jacks do not correspond to your connected equipment. Example: When you connect the CD player to the HDMI SAT/CATV (IN 3) jack, assign “HDMI 3” jack to “SA-CD/CD”.

Note

Before you reassign the HDMI input jacks, be sure to set “Ctrl for HDMI” to “OFF”.

1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

Input name BD/DVD GAME SAT/

Assignable HDMI input jacks

* Default setting

HDMI 1 a* aaaaaaa HDMI 2 aa* aaaaaa HDMI 3 aaa* aaaaa HDMI 4 aaaa* aaaa

CATV

2 Select “ Settings”, then

press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “HDMI”, then press

or b.

4 Select “HDMI Assign”, then

press or b.

5 Select the HDMI jack you want

to assign, then press .

6 Select the input name you want

to assign, then press .

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 MD/

SA-CD/CDNONE

TAPE

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Using a bi-amplifier connection

Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings”, then

press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “Speaker”, then press

or b.

4 Select “SP Pattern”, then press

or b.

5 Select the appropriate speaker

pattern so that there are no surround back speakers and front high speakers, then press

6 Select “SB Assign”, then press

or b.

Using multi-zone features

You can enjoy images and sounds from the equipment connected to the receiver in zone 2 other than the main zone. For example, you can watch the DVD in the main zone and listen to the CD in zone 2. When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you can operate both equipment in the main zone and Sony receiver in zone 2 from zone 2.

To operate the receiver from zone 2

You can operate the receiver without pointing the remote control towards the receiver if you connect an IR repeater (not supplied) to the IR REMOTE jack. Use an IR repeater when you install the receiver in a place where signals from the remote control cannot reach.

Other Operations

7 Select “BI-AMP”, then press

The same signals output from the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals can be output from the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Notes

• Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” before you perform Auto Calibration.

• If you set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP”, the speaker level and distance settings of the surround back speakers and front high speakers become invalid, and those of the front speakers are used.

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Making a zone 2 connection

Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier.

Main zone Zone 2

STR-DH820

ZONE 2 VIDEO

OUT

ZONE 2 AUDIO

OUT

A Audio equipment B Video equipment C IR repeater (not supplied) D Speakers E Sony Amplifier/Receiver

REMOTE

RM-AAP061/RM-AAP062

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Operating the receiver from zone 2

The following operations are described for connecting an IR repeater and operating the receiver in zone 2. When an IR repeater is not connected, use this receiver in the main zone.

?/1

ZONE

Input buttons

SOURCE

1 Turn on the main receiver (this

receiver).

Tips

• Even when this receiver is in standby mode (press

?/1 on the remote control to turned off this receiver), the receiver in zone 2 remains turned on. To turn off all receivers, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 on the remote control at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).

• Only signals from equipment connected to the analog input jacks are output through the ZONE 2 OUT jacks. No signals are output from equipment connected to only the digital input jacks.

• The TV input or USB input can be selected in main zone only.

• When SOURCE is selected, the signals input to the HDMI IN jacks, DIGITAL IN jacks and USB port are not output from the ZONE 2 OUT jacks.

• You can select either “FM” or “AM” from the main zone and zone 2. Priority is given to the choice which has most recently been selected, even if a different choice has already been selected in one of the zones.

2 Turn on the receiver in zone 2. 3 Press ZONE.

The remote control switches to zone 2.

4 Press ?/1.

The zone function is activated.

5 Press the input buttons to

select the source you want.

For zone 2, analog video and audio signals are output. When you select SOURCE, the signals of the current input in main zone are output.

6 Adjust to a suitable volume

using the receiver in zone 2.

To exit the zone 2 operation

Press ZONE, then press ?/1.

Other Operations

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Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu

You can adjust various settings for speakers, surround effects, etc. using the Settings menu. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE” by following the steps in “To turn “GUI MODE” on and off” (page 41).

3 Select the menu item you want,

then press .

Example: When you select “Auto Cal.”.

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

1 Press GUI MODE.

Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

2 Select “ Settings” from the

menu, then press or b to enter the menu mode.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

4 Select the parameter you want,

then press .

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Settings menu list

Settings menu Description

Auto Cal. Sets the speaker level or

distance and makes the measurement automatically (page 36).

Speaker Sets the speaker position

manually (page 69).

Surround Selects the sound field and

adjusts the surround effect you choose (page 71).

EQ Adjusts the equalizer (bass/

treble sound) (page 72).

Audio Sets various sound items

(page 72).

HDMI Makes settings for sound/

images from equipment connected to the HDMI jacks (page 73).

System Makes settings for the

system of the receiver (page 74).

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Speaker Settings menu

You can adjust each speaker manually. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed.

Note

The speaker settings are only for the current seating position.

x SP Pattern (Speaker Pattern)

Select “SP Pattern” according to the speaker system which you are using. Select the speaker pattern before you perform Auto Calibration.

x SB Assign (Surround back

speaker assign)

Lets you set the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals for a bi-amplifier or speakers front B connection.

• Speaker B

• BI-AMP

• OFF

Note

When you change the connection from a biamplifier or speakers front B to surround back or front high speakers connection, set the “SB Assign” to “OFF”, then set up the speakers again. See “Using AUTO CALIBRATION” (page 36) or “Manual Setup” (page 69).

x Manual Setup

You can adjust each speaker manually on the “Manual Setup” screen. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed.

To adjust the speaker level

You can adjust each speaker’s level (front left/ right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the level, then press .

2 Select “Lvl”.

3 Set the level of the selected speaker,

then press .

You can adjust the level from –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB intervals.

Note

When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large”. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if – the digital input signal contains LFE signals. – the front or surround speakers are set to “Small”. – “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,

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

To adjust the distance from the seating position to each speaker

You can adjust the distance from the seating position to each speaker (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the distance from the seating position, then press

2 Select “Dist”.

3 Set the distance of the selected

speaker, then press .

You can adjust the distance from 1 m 0 cm to 10 m 0 cm (3 feet 3 inches to 32 feet 9 inches) in 10 cm (1 inch) intervals.

Tip

You can adjust the distance in 1 cm interval when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the measurement result.

Notes

• Depending on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not be available.

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

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To adjust the size of each speaker

You can adjust each speaker’s (front left/right, front left/right high, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right) size.

1 Select the speaker on the screen for

which you want to adjust the size, then press .

2 Select “Size”.

3 Set the size of the selected speaker,

then press .

• Large: If you connect large speakers that

will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “Large”. Normally, select “Large”.

• Small: If the sound is distorted, or you

feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “Small” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the bass frequencies of each channel from the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers.

Note

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

Tips

• The “Large” and “Small” settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers. However, since bass sound has a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut it, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “Large” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “Small”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “Large”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels.

• The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting as that of the surround speakers.

• When the front speakers are set to “Small”, the center, surround, and front high speakers are also automatically set to “Small”.

• If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to “Large”.

x Crossover Freq (Speaker

crossover frequency)

Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of speakers that the speaker size has been set to “Small” in the Speaker Settings menu. Measured speaker crossover frequency is set for each speaker after the Auto Calibration.

1 Select the speaker on the

screen you want to adjust, then press .

2 Adjust the value, then press

x Test Tone

You can select the test tone type on the “Test Tone” screen.

Tips

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

• The adjusted value is shown on the TV screen during adjustment.

To output test tone from each speaker

You can output test tone from the speakers in sequence.

1 Select “Test Tone”, then press or b.

2 Adjust the parameter, then press .

• OFF

• AUTO: The test tone is output from each

speaker in sequence.

3 Adjust the speaker level, then press

2 +/–. You can also

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When a test tone is not output from the speakers

• The speaker cords may not be connected securely. Check to see if they are connected securely and cannot be disconnected by pulling on them slightly.

• The speaker cords may have short-circuit problem.

When a test tone is output from a different speaker than the speaker displayed on the TV screen

The speaker pattern set up is incorrect. Make sure that the speaker connections and the speaker pattern match correctly.

x D.Range Comp (Dynamic range

compression)

Lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack. 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.

• MAX: The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.

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

• AUTO: The dynamic range is compressed automatically.

• OFF: The dynamic range is not compressed.

Tips

• Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the

dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal.

• “STD” is the standard setting, and enacts light

compression. Therefore, we recommend using the “MAX” setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression.

x Distance Unit

Lets you select the unit of measurement for setting distances.

• FEET: The distance is displayed in feet.

• METER: The distance is displayed in

meters.

Surround Settings menu

You can select the sound field and adjust the effect level, etc. on the “Sound Field Setup” screen. For details on the sound field, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 54).

Note

The setup items you can adjust on each menu vary depending on the sound field.

To adjust the effect level for HD-D.C.S.

Select “HD-D.C.S.”, then press or

2 Select the effect type you want, then

press .

HD-D.C.S. has three different types: Theater, Dynamic and Studio. Each type has different reflection and reverberation sound mixture levels and is optimized to match a listener’s room uniqueness, taste and mood.

• Dynamic: Want to enjoy the sound

effects to the full extent, just like at the movie theaters? Dynamic type emphasizes on the reflection sound. Without HD-D.C.S., many rooms are often somewhat reverberant but lack a spacious feeling. This type acoustically opens up those types of rooms and provides a spacious and dynamism feeling equivalent to a mastering studio.

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• Theater: Theater type (default setting)

mixes reflection and reverberation sound creating the characteristics of a mastering studio. Additionally, this type mixes in frequency characteristics that are often found in professional studios and movie theaters. It is ideal for watching movies in a listening room that has less reverberation.

• Studio: In Studio type, effects are kept to

a minimum, while still providing a great theater experience. This type provides the accuracy of the original recording.

EQ Settings menu

You can use the following parameters to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of front speakers.

• Bass

• Treble

Bass Treble

Level (dB)

Frequency (Hz)

Note

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

Audio Settings menu

You can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference.

x D.L.L. (Digital Legato Linear)

The D.L.L. function is Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio signals and analog audio signals to be played back with high quality sound.

• AUTO 1: This function is available for lossy

compression audio formats and analog audio signals.

• AUTO 2: This function is available for

Linear PCM signals, as well as lossy compression audio formats and analog audio signals.

•OFF

Note

This function works when “2CH ST.”, “A.F.D. AUTO”, “MULTI ST.” or “HP 2CH” is selected. However, this function does not work in the following cases. – Linear PCM signals with a sampling frequency of

other than 44.1 kHz are being received.

– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby

TrueHD, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received.

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.

• HDMI AUTO: The time gap between audio

output and visual display for the monitor connected via an HDMI connection will be adjusted automatically based on the information for the TV. This feature is available only when the monitor supports the A/V Sync function.

• 0 ms – 300 ms: You can adjust the delay

from 0 ms to 300 ms in 10 ms intervals.

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Notes

• This function is useful when you use a large LCD

or plasma monitor or a projector.

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

being used.

x Dual Mono (Digital broadcast

language selection)

Lets you select the language you want when you listen to the dual audio of a digital broadcast when available. 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.

HDMI Settings menu

You can make the required settings for equipment connected to the HDMI jack.

x Ctrl for HDMI (Control for HDMI)

Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 59).

• ON

• OFF

Note

When you set “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON”, “Audio Out” may be changed automatically.

x Pass Through

Lets you output the HDMI signals to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode.

• ON: When the receiver is in the standby

mode, the receiver continuously outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack.

• AUTO: When the TV is turned on while the

receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack. Sony recommends this setting if you use a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible Sony TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode when compared with the “ON” setting.

• OFF: The receiver does not output HDMI

signals when the receiver is in the standby mode. Turn on the receiver to enjoy the connected equipment’s source on the TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode when compared with the “ON” setting.

Notes

• This function is not available when “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”.

• When “AUTO” is selected, it may take a little more time for the image and sound to be output to the TV than when “ON” is selected.

• When the receiver is in standby mode, “A. STANDBY” appears on the display panel if “Pass Through” is set to “AUTO” or “ON”. However, “A. STANDBY” will disappear when “Pass Through” is set to “AUTO” and no signals are detected.

x Audio Out

Lets you set the HDMI audio signals from the playback equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection.

• AMP: The HDMI audio signals from the

playback equipment is 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 speaker when “Audio Out” is set to “AMP”.

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• TV+AMP: The sound is output from TV’s

speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver.

Notes

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

• When you connect the receiver to an image display equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”.

• When you select the input that you have assigned the HDMI input, sound does not output from the TV.

x HDMI Assign

Lets you reassign the HDMI input jacks. For details, see “HDMI input assign” (page 64).

System Settings menu

Operating without connecting to a TV

You can operate this receiver using the display panel even if the TV is not connected to the receiver.

AMP

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

You can customize the settings of the receiver.

x Auto Standby

Lets you set the receiver switch to standby mode automatically when you do not operate the receiver or when there is no signals input to the receiver.

• ON: Switches to standby mode after

approximately 30 minutes.

• OFF: Does not switch to standby mode.

Notes

• This function does not work when TUNER input is selected.

• If you use the Auto standby mode and the Sleep Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.

RETURN/ EXIT O

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Using the menu in the display panel

Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.

The receiver is switched to front panel display mode.

1 Press AMP. 2 Press MENU. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the menu you want, then press

or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want to adjust, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the setting you want, then press .

To return to the previous display

Press B or RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Note

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

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Overview of the menus

The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 75.

Menu [Display]

Auto Calibration settings [<AUTO CAL>]

Level settings [<LEVEL>]

Speaker settings [<SPEAKER>]

Parameters [Display]

Auto Calibration (Standard) [STANDARD]

Auto Calibration (Custom) [CUSTOM]

Test tone [TEST TONE]

Front left speaker level

[FL LEVEL]

Front right speaker level

[FR LEVEL]

Center speaker level

[CNT LEVEL]

Surround left speaker level

[SL LEVEL]

Surround right speaker level [SR LEVEL]

Surround back speaker level [SB LEVEL]

Surround back left speaker

level [SBL LEVEL]

Surround back right speaker

level [SBR LEVEL]

Front left high speaker level [LH LEVEL]

Front right high speaker level [RH LEVEL]

Subwoofer level

[SW LEVEL]

Dynamic range compression [D. RANGE]

Speaker pattern [SP PATTERN]

Front speakers size

[FRT SIZE]

Center speaker size

[CNT SIZE]

Settings Default

FULL FLAT, ENGINEER, FRONT REF, OFF

OFF, AUTO xxx

FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

FR –10.0 dB to FR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

CNT –10.0 dB to CNT +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SL –10.0 dB to SL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SR –10.0 dB to SR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SB –10.0 dB to SB +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SBL –10.0 dB to SBL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SBR –10.0 dB to SBR +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

LH –10.0 dB to LH +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

RH –10.0 dB to RH +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

SW –10.0 dB to SW +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)

COMP. MAX, COMP. STD, COMP. AUTO, COMP. OFF

5/2.1 to 2/0 (20 patterns)

LARGE, SMALL LARGE

setting

ENGINEER

FULL FLAT

OFF

FL 0 dB

FR 0 dB

CNT 0 dB

SL 0 dB

SR 0 dB

SB 0 dB

SBL 0 dB

SBR 0 dB

LH 0 dB

RH 0 dB

SW 0 dB

COMP. AUTO

3/4.1

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Menu [Display]

Parameters [Display]

Surround speakers size

[SUR SIZE]

Front high speakers size

[FH SIZE]

Surround back speaker assign [SB ASSIGN]

Front left speaker distance

[FL DIST.]

Front right speaker distance

[FR DIST.]

Center speaker distance

[CNT DIST.]

Surround left speaker distance [SL DIST.]

Surround right speaker distance [SR DIST.]

Surround back speaker distance [SB DIST.]

Surround back left speaker

distance [SBL DIST.]

Surround back right speaker

distance [SBR DIST.]

Front left high speaker distance [LH DIST.]

Front right high speaker

distance [RH DIST.]

Subwoofer distance

[SW DIST.]

Distance unit [DIST. UNIT]

Front speakers crossover frequency

[FRT CROSS]

Center speaker crossover frequency

[CNT CROSS]

Settings Default

LARGE, SMALL LARGE

SPK B, BI-AMP, OFF OFF

FL 1.00 m to FL 10.00 m (FL 3’3” to FL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

FR 1.00 m to FR 10.00 m (FR 3’3” to FR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

CNT 1.00 m to CNT 10.00 m (CNT 3’3” to CNT 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SL 1.00 m to SL 10.00 m (SL 3’3” to SL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SR 1.00 m to SR 10.00 m (SR 3’3” to SR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SB 1.00 m to SB 10.00 m (SB 3’3” to SB 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SBL 1.00 m to SBL 10.00 m (SBL 3’3” to SBL 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SBR 1.00 m to SBR 10.00 m (SBR 3’3” to SBR 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

LH 1.00 m to LH 10.00 m (LH 3’3” to LH 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

RH 1.00 m to RH 10.00 m (RH 3’3” to RH 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

SW 1.00 m to SW 10.00 m (SW 3’3” to SW 32’9”) (0.1 m (1 inch) interval)

FEET, METER METER

CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz (10 Hz interval)

setting

FL 3.00 m (FL 9’10”)

FR 3.00 m (FR 9’10”)

CNT 3.00 m (CNT 9’10”)

SL 3.00 m (SL 9’10”)

SR 3.00 m (SR 9’10”)

SB 3.00 m (SB 9’10”)

SBL 3.00 m (SBL 9’10”)

SBR 3.00 m (SBR 9’10”)

LH 3.00 m (LH 9’10”)

RH 3.00 m (RH 9’10”)

SW 3.00 m (SW 9’10”)

CROSS 120 Hz

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Menu [Display]

Surround settings [<SURROUND>]

EQ settings [<EQ>]

Tuner settings [<TUNER>]

Audio settings [<AUDIO>]

Video settings [<VIDEO>]

HDMI settings [<HDMI>]

System settings [<SYSTEM>]

Parameters [Display]

Surround speakers crossover frequency

[SUR CROSS]

Front high speakers crossover frequency

[FH CROSS]

Effect level

[EFFECT]

Front speakers bass level [BASS]

Front speakers treble level [TREBLE]

FM station receiving mode [FM MODE]

Naming preset stations [NAME IN]

Digital Legato Linear [D.L.L.]

Synchronizes audio with video output [A/V SYNC]

Digital broadcast language selection [DUAL MONO]

Digital audio input assignment [A. ASSIGN]

Video input assignment [V. ASSIGN]

Control for HDMI [CTRL: HDMI]

Pass Through [PASS THRU]

Audio out [AUDIO OUT]

HDMI input assignment [H. ASSIGN]

Auto standby mode [AUTO STBY]

Naming inputs [NAME IN]

Settings Default

setting

CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz

CROSS 120 Hz

(10 Hz interval)

CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz

CROSS 120 Hz

(10 Hz interval)

DYNAMIC, THEATER, STUDIO THEATER

BASS –10 dB to BASS +10 dB

BASS 0 dB

(1 dB interval)

TREBLE –10 dB to TREBLE +10 dB

TREBLE 0 dB

(1 dB interval)

STEREO, MONO STEREO

For details, see “Naming preset stations (Name Input)” (page 53).

D.L.L. OFF, D.L.L. AUTO1,

D.L.L. OFF

D.L.L. AUTO2

HDMI AUTO, 0 ms to 300 ms

0 ms

(10 ms interval)

MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB MAIN

For details, see “Using the sound/ images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 63).

CTRL ON, CTRL OFF CTRL ON

ON, AUTO, OFF OFF

AMP, TV+AMP AMP

For details, see “HDMI input assign” (page 64).

STBY ON, STBY OFF STBY ON

For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 44).

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You can only select this parameter after you have performed Auto Calibration.

Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters or settings may not be available.

xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, LH, RH, SW).

You can only select this parameter if “SP PATTERN” is not set to a setting with surround back or front high speakers (page 34).

You can only adjust the distance in 0.01 meter interval when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the measurement result.

“FEET” for USA and Canada models.

You can only select this parameter if your speaker is set to “SMALL”.

You can only select this parameter if you select “HD-D.C.S.” as sound field.

“D.L.L. AUTO1” for Europe, Australia and Taiwan models.

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To view the information on the display panel

The display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field.

1 Select the input for which you want to

check the information.

2 Press AMP, then press DISPLAY

repeatedly.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows.

Index name of the input* t Input you selected t Sound field currently applied t Volume level t Stream information**

When listening to FM and AM radio

Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

When receiving RDS broadcasts (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only)

Program Service name or preset station name* t Frequency, band and preset number t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

* Index name appears only when you have assigned

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

**Stream information may not be displayed.

Note

Character or marks may not be displayed for some languages.

Tip

You cannot switch the display while “GUI MODE” is shown on the display panel. Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.

Using the Remote Control

Programming the remote control

You can customize the remote control to match the equipment connected to your receiver. You can even program the remote control to operate non-Sony equipment and also Sony equipment that the remote control is normally unable to control. Before you begin, note that: – You cannot change the settings of TUNER

and USB input buttons.

– The remote control can only control

equipment that accept infrared wireless control signals.

SET UP

SHIFT

Input

buttons

AV ?/1

Numeric buttons

ENT/MEM

1 Press and hold RM SET UP,

then press AV ?/1.

The RM SET UP indicator flashes slowly.

2 Press the input button of the

equipment you want to program.

For example, if you are going to program a VCR connected to VIDEO 1 jacks, press VIDEO 1. The RM SET UP and SHIFT indicator light up.

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3 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the numeric code.

If more than one code exists, try to enter either one which corresponds to the equipment including TV. Use the tables on page 81–84 to find the numeric code(s) corresponding to the equipment.

Note

Only the codes in the 500’s are valid for the TV button.

4 Press ENT/MEM.

Once the numeric code has been verified, the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote control automatically exits the programming mode.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to program

other equipment.

Note

The RM SET UP indicator turns off while a numeric button is pressed.

To cancel programming

Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote control automatically exits the programming mode.

To activate the input after programming

Press the programmed button to activate the input you want.

If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:

• If the RM SET UP indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.

• If the RM SET UP indicator flashes 5 times in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.

The numeric codes corresponding to the equipment and the maker of the equipment

Use the numeric codes in the tables below to program non-Sony equipment and also Sony equipment that the remote control is normally unable to control. Since the signal from the remote control received by the equipment differs by its model and the year, more than one numeric code may be assigned to the equipment. If you fail to program your remote control 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 equipment will not respond to some or all of the codes.

• All of the input buttons on this remote control may not be available when used with your particular equipment.

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

PA NAS O NI C 11 5

PHILIPS 116

PIONEER 117

TECHNICS 115, 118, 119

YAMAHA 120, 121, 122

To control a DAT deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 203

PIONEER 219

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To control a tape deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 201, 202

DENON 204, 205

KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209

NAKAMICHI 210

PA NAS O NI C 21 6

PHILIPS 211, 212

PIONEER 213, 214

TECHNICS 215, 216

YAMAHA 217, 218

To control an MD deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 301

DENON 302

JVC 303

KENWOOD 304

To control an HDD recorder

Maker Code(s)

SONY 307, 308, 309

To control a Blu-ray Disc player/ recorder

Maker Code(s)

SONY 310, 311, 312

PA NAS O NI C 33 5

SAMSUNG 336

LG 337

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

To control a DVD/VCR COMBO

Maker Code(s)

SONY 411

To control a DVD/HDD COMBO

Maker Code(s)

SONY 401, 402, 403

To control a PSX

Maker Code(s)

SONY 313, 314, 315

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To control a TV

Maker Code(s)

SONY 501, 502

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

VIZIO 576, 577

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

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To control a VCR

Maker Code(s)

SONY 701, 702, 703, 704,

AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758

BLAUPUNKT 740

EMERSON 750

FISHER 717, 720

GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE)

GOLDSTAR/LG 723, 753

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

TOSHIBA 747, 756

* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you

enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead.

705, 706

722, 730

739, 740

741, 747

To control a satellite tuner (box)

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 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

840

806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 814, 819

834, 835

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Resetting the remote control

AV ?/1

MASTER VOL –/

2 –

While holding down MASTER

VOL – or

2 –, press and hold

?/1, then press AV ?/1.

The RM SET UP indicator flashes 3 times.

2 Release all buttons.

All the contents of the remote control memory (i.e., all the programmed data) are cleared.

?/1

Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the receiver, check that the

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

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC

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

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

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

• (USA and Canada models only)

One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you 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.

Additional Information

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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.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.

Power

The receiver is turned off automatically.

• “Auto Standby” is set to “ON” (page 74).

• The Sleep Timer function is working (page 15).

Sound

On operation

Before connecting other equipment, 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.

Dolby Digital, DTS or DTS 96/24 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, make sure the digital audio output setting of the connected equipment is available.

• Set “Audio Out” to “AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu.

• When DTS 96/24 audio format is not reproduced, set the calibration type to “Off

” and perform Auto Calibration again

(page 40).

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure you have selected the sound field for movie or music (page 54 or 55).

• Sound fields do not function when DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

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There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from specific 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 equipment 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 equipment. 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 equipment, analog equipment requires both L and R jack connections. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

• Adjust the speaker level (page 69).

• Make sure the center/surround speaker (s) is (are) set to either “Small” or “Large”.

• Check that the speaker settings are appropriate for the setup using the Auto Calibration menu or “SP Pattern” in the Speaker Settings menu. Then check that sound is output from each speaker correctly, using “Test Tone” in the Speaker Settings menu.

• Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX logos.

• 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 will be available 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.

There is no sound from a specific equipment.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that equipment.

• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment.

• Check the INPUT MODE (page 62).

• Check the setting of “Audio Out” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 73).

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

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

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

• Sound may not be output from the receiver while the GUI appears on the TV screen. Press GUI MODE to select “GUI OFF”.

• Check that the selected digital audio input jack is not reassigned to other inputs (page 63).

• Check that the “A. DIRECT” is not being used.

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

• Check that all connecting cords are inserted to their input/output jacks for the respective jacks of the receiver, speakers and the equipment.

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

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

• Check that the SPEAKERS is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 36).

• Check that headphones are not connected to the receiver.

• Press MUTING or on the remote control to cancel the muting function.

• Try pressing the input button on the remote control or turning the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the equipment of your choice (page 43).

• 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 severe hum or noise.

• Check that the speakers and equipment are connected securely.

• Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light.

• Move your audio equipment away from the TV.

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

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

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

• Adjust the sound level parameters using the Speaker Settings menu.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no sound output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, sound is from the last HDMI component selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “Pass Through” is set to “ON” in the HDMI Settings menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 73).

No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker.

• Check the setting of “Audio Out” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 73).

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.

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

• Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

• Sound may not be output from the receiver while the GUI appears on the TV screen. Press GUI MODE to select “GUI OFF”.

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

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

sound from the TV speaker and receiver.

– “AMP” if you want to listen to the

sound from the receiver.

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• When you connect the receiver to a video equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”.

• If you cannot listen to the sound of the equipment connected to the receiver while TV input is selected on the receiver – Be sure to change the input of the

receiver to HDMI when you want to watch a program on the equipment connected via HDMI connection to the receiver.

– Change the TV channel when you want

to watch a TV broadcast.

– Be sure to select the correct equipment

or input you want when you watch a program from the equipment connected to the TV. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV on this operation.

Recording cannot be carried out.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly.

• Select the source equipment using the input buttons (page 43).

Image

No image appears on the TV.

• Select the appropriate input using the input buttons.

• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

• Move your audio equipment away from the TV.

• Assign the equipment video input correctly.

• The input signal should be same as the input function when you are up-converting an input signal with this receiver (page 31).

• When you use an HDMI-DVI conversion cable for the connection, the image may not be output correctly.

• Make sure that cables are correctly and securely connected to equipment.

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

• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color (Deep Colour) or 3D transmission.

No 3D image appears on the TV.

• Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D images may not be displayed.

When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no image output from the TV.

• When the receiver enters into standby mode, image is from the last HDMI component selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy.

• Make sure “Pass Through” is set to “ON” in the HDMI Settings menu if you connect equipment not compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the receiver (page 73).

Recording cannot be carried out.

• Check that the equipment is connected correctly.

• Select the source equipment using the input buttons (page 43).

The GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

• Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. If the GUI menu still does not appear on the TV screen, press MENU.

• Check that the TV is connected correctly.

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Tuner

The FM reception is poor.

• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antennas (aerial) as shown below.

The RDS information that you want does not appear.*

• The service may be temporarily out of order. Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question.

Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)

Receiver

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

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

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak with automatic tuning. Use direct tuning.

• Make sure you set the tuning scale correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning) (page 52).

• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations is used). Preset the stations (page 52).

• Press AMP, then press DISPLAY repeatedly on the remote control so that the frequency appears on the display panel.

RDS does not work.*

• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station.

• Select a stronger FM station.

* Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only.

iPhone/iPod

The sound is distorted.

• Press MASTER VOL – or remote control repeatedly.

• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPhone/iPod to “Off” or “Flat”.

The iPhone/iPod cannot be charged.

• Check that the receiver is turned on.

• Make sure the iPhone/iPod is connected firmly.

The iPhone/iPod cannot be operated.

• Check that you have removed the protect case of the iPhone/iPod.

• Depending on the contents of the iPhone/ iPod, it may take time to start playback.

• Disconnect the iPhone/iPod and connect the iPhone/iPod again.

• You are using an unsupported iPhone/ iPod. See “Compatible iPod/iPhone models” (page 45) for the supported device types.

The ring volume of the iPhone does not change.

• Adjust the ring volume using the controls on the iPhone.

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USB device

Are you using a supported USB device?

• If you connect an unsupported USB device, the following problems may occur. See “Compatible USB devices” (page 48) for the supported device types. – The USB device is not recognized. – File or folder names are not displayed

on this receiver. – Playback is not possible. – The sound skips. – There is noise. – A distorted sound is output.

There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound.

• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the receiver.

• The music data itself contains noise, or the sound is distorted.

The USB device cannot be connected into the (USB) port.

• The USB device is being connected backwards. Connect the USB device in the correct orientation.

“Reading” is displayed for an extended time, or it takes a long time before playback starts.

• The reading process can take a long time in the following cases. – There are many folders or files on the

USB device. – The file structure is extremely complex. – The memory capacity is excessive. – The internal memory is fragmented. Thus, we recommend following these guidelines. – Total folders on USB device: 100 or less

(including “ROOT” folder) – Total files per folder: 100 or less.

Erroneous display.

• The data stored in the USB device may have been corrupted.

• The character codes that can be displayed by this receiver are as follows: – Upper cases (A to Z) – Lower case (a to z) – Numbers (0 to 9) – Symbols (’ < > * + , – . / @ [ \ ] _ `) Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

The USB device is not recognized.

• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the USB device. Turn on the receiver again and reconnect the USB device.

• Connect the supported USB device (page 48).

• The USB device does not work properly. Refer to the USB device operating instruction on how to deal with this problem.

Playback does not start.

• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the receiver.

• Connect the supported USB device (page 48).

•Press N to start playback.

Audio file cannot be played back.

• MP3 files in MP3 PRO format cannot be played back.

• The audio file is a multiple track audio file.

• Some AAC files may not be played back correctly.

• WMA files in Windows Media Audio Lossless and Professional format cannot be played back.

• USB device formatted with file systems other than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*

• If you use partitioned USB device, only audio files on the first partition can be played back.

• Playback is possible up to 8 levels (including “ROOT” folder).

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• The number of folders has exceeded 100 (including “ROOT” folder).

• The number of files in a folder has exceeded 100.

• Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc. cannot be played back.

* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some

USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instruction of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

Remote control

The remote control does not function.

• Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the receiver.

• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the receiver.

• Replace all the batteries in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak.

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

• When you operate a programmed nonSony equipment, the remote control may not function properly depending on the model and the manufacturer of the equipment.

• When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”, the “BRAVIA” Sync does not work properly, even if the equipment is connected to the HDMI IN jack.

• The types and the number of equipment which can be controlled by the “BRAVIA” Sync are restricted in the HDMI CEC standard as follows. – Recording equipment (Blu-ray Disc

recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Playback equipment (Blu-ray Disc

player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 equipment

– Tuner-related equipment: up to 4

equipment

– AV receiver (audio system): up to 1

equipment

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

• Depending on the connected equipment and TV, you may need to set up the equipment and TV. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment and TV.

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

Other

The Control for HDMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 23,

24).

• Make sure “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON” in HDMI Settings menu.

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

• Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected equipment. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, a message appears on the display panel. You can check the condition of the system by the message. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

PROTECTOR

Irregular current is output to the speakers, or the receiver is covered and ventilation holes are blocked. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again.

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USB FAIL

An over current from the (USB) port was detected. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the iPhone/iPod or USB device, then unplug it and turn on the power again.

For other messages, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 40), “iPhone/iPod message list” (page 47) and “USB message list” (page 50).

Clearing the memory

Reference sections

To clear See

All memorized settings page 34

Customized sound fields page 58

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

(USA model only)

With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier section

USA model Minimum RMS Output Power

(8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

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

Surround Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)

Canada model Minimum RMS Output Power

(8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

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

Surround Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)

100 W + 100 W

110 W + 110 W

150 W per channel

95 W + 95 W

110 W + 110 W

150 W per channel

Europe, Australia and Taiwan models Stereo Mode Output Power

(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)

100 W + 100 W

Surround Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)

140 W per channel

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Measured under the following conditions:

Area Power requirements

USA, Canada, Taiwan

Europe, Australia 230 V AC, 50 Hz

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

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Frequency response

Analog 10 Hz – 70 kHz,

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

Input

Analog Sensitivity: 500 mV/

50 kohms

S/N

: 96 dB

(A, 500 mV

)

Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms

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

Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB

(A, 20 kHz LPF)

Output (Analog)

AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/1 kohm SUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm

Equalizer

Gain levels ±10 dB, 1 dB step

INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer bypassed).

Weighted network, input level.

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals

75 ohms, unbalanced

Intermediate frequency

10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range

Area Tuning scale

10 kHz step 9 kHz step

USA, Canada 530 kHz –

Europe, Australia, Tai wa n

1,710 kHz

– 531 kHz –

531 kHz – 1,710 kHz

1,602 kHz

Antenna (aerial) Loop antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency

450 kHz

Video section

Inputs/Outputs

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

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms P

B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

80 MHz HD Pass Through

iPhone/iPod section

DC 5V 1.0 A MAX

USB section

Supported bit rate* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio

Layer-3): 32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR WMA: 48 kbps – 192 kbps AAC: 48 kbps – 320 kbps * Compatibility with all

encoding/writing software, recording devices and recording media cannot be

guarantee. Transfer speed Full-speed Supported USB device

Mass Storage Class

Maximum current 500 mA

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General

Power requirements

Area Power requirements

USA, Canada, Taiwan

Europe, Australia 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption 240 W Power consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W (When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “OFF”)

Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)

430 mm × 158 mm ×

322.6 mm (17 in × 6 1/4 in × 12 3/4 in) including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 8.5 kg (18 lb 12 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.

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Index

Numerics

2 channel 54

5.1 channel 19

7.1 channel 19

A.F.D. mode 54 A/V Sync 72, 78 AM 51 Audio Out 73, 78 Audio Settings 72, 78 Auto Calibration Settings 76 Auto Standby 74, 78 Auto Tuning 51

Bass 72, 78 BI-AMP 35, 65 Bi-amplifier connection 65 Blu-ray Disc player 27 BRAVIA Sync

preparing 59

Cable TV tuner 28 Calibration Type 76 Camcoder 30 CD player 32 Clear

memory 34 remote control 85 sound field 58

Connection

antennas 33 audio equipment 32 iPhone/iPod 29 speakers 21 TV 23 USB device 32

video equipment 24 Control for HDMI 73 Crossover frequency 70, 77

DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto

Calibration) 36 Direct Tuning 51 Display panel 10 Distance Unit 71, 77 Dolby Digital EX 57 Dual Mono 73, 78 DVD player 27 DVD recorder 30 Dynamic range compression

71, 76

Effect level 71 EQ Settings 72, 78

FM 51 FM Mode 51, 78

GUI (Graphical User

Interface) 41

HDMI Settings 73, 78

iPhone/iPod 45, 90 Input 43 Input Assign 63 INPUT MODE 62

Level Settings 76 LFE (Low Frequency Effect)

Manual Setup 69 Menu 68, 76 Message

Auto Calibration 40

Error 92 Movie mode 54 Multi zone 65 Music mode 55 Muting 44

Name Input 44, 53

One-Touch Play 60 Option menu 42

Pass Through 73, 78 PlayStation 3 29 Preset channels 80 Preset stations 52 PROTECTOR 92

RDS 53 Recording 50 Remote control 13, 80 Resetting 34

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SB Assign 69 Scene Select 62 Settings menu 68 Sound field 54 SOUND OPTIMIZER 58 Speaker Pattern 69, 76 Speaker Settings 69, 76 SPEAKERS 36 Super Audio CD player 32 Surround Settings 71, 78 System Audio Control 61 System Power-Off 61 System Settings 74, 78

Test Tone 70, 76 Theater/Theatre Mode Sync

62 Treble 72, 78 Tuner 51 Tuner Settings 78 TV 23

Up converting 31 USB device 48

VCR 30 Video Settings 78 Viewing information in the

display 80

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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

Sony STR-DH820 Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About This Manual

Supplied accessories

Description and location of parts

Getting started

Connections

1: Installing the speakers

2: Connecting the speakers

3: Connecting the TV

4a: Connecting the video equipment

4b: Connecting the audio equipment

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Preparing the Receiver

Setting the speakers

Initializing the receiver

Using AUTO CALIBRATION

Guide to on-screen display operation

Basic Operations

Playing an input source equipment

Playing an iPhone/iPod

Playing a USB device

Recording using the receiver

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting the sound field

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

Other Operations

Using a bi-amplifier connection

Using multi-zone features

Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu

Speaker Settings menu

Surround Settings menu

EQ Settings menu

Audio Settings menu

HDMI Settings menu

System Settings menu

Operating without connecting to a TV

Using the Remote Control

Programming the remote control

Resetting the remote control

Additional Information

Precautions

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index