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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a
connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
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.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord
should be connected to the apparatus and the
speakers in accordance with the following
instructions.
1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.
2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the
speaker cord.
3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and
the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core
of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC
power cord from the MAINS before
disconnecting the speaker cord from the
apparatus and the speakers.
The following FCC statement
applies only to the version of
this model manufactured for
sale in the U.S.A. Other
versions may not comply with
FCC technical regulations.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can r adiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and
connectors must be used for connection to host
computers and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC
emission limits.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to
OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away
from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
For customers in Canada
Properly shielded and grounded cables and
connectors must be used for connection to host
computers and/or peripherals.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
this device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and
meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away
from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
STR-DN1030. The model number is located at the
lower right corner of the front panel. The
illustrations used in this manual are of the USA
model and they may be different from your model.
Any differences in operation are marked in the
manual as “USA model only”.
• The instructions in this manual describe the
operation of the receiver with the supplied remote
control. You can also use the buttons or knobs on
the receiver if they have the same or similar names
as those on the remote control.
On copyrights
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX,
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver
is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA &
COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also
belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
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TM
) technology.
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AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPhone, iPod, iPod
classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ®
marks are not specified.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that
an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively,
and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory
with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless
performance.
“x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)” and “x.v.Color
(x.v.Colour)” logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony
Corporation.
MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
VAIO and VAIO Media are registered trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
PARTY STREAMING and PARTY STREAMING
logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark
of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA
CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or
certification marks of the Digital Living Network
Alliance.
“Sony Entertainment Network logo” and “Sony
Entertainment Network” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
Wake-on-LAN is a trademark of International
Business Machines Corporation in the United
States.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™,
and Windows Media are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
This product contains technology subject to certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or
distribution of this technology outside of this
product is prohibited without the appropriate
license(s) from Microsoft.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
The Bluetooth
®
word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under
license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms,
with or without modification, are permitted
provided that the following conditions are met:
– Redistributions of source code must retain the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and
the following disclaimer.
– Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and
the following disclaimer in the documentation
and/or other materials provided with the
distribution.
– Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor
the names of its contributors may be used to
endorse or promote products derived from this
software without specific prior written
permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE
COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS
“AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR
CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS
OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR
PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY
OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN
ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS
SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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Table of Contents
About This Manual ....................................... 4
Index ......................................................... 129
Using the Remote Control
Programming the remote control...............107
Resetting the remote control......................112
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Supplied accessories
• Operating Instructions (this manual)
• Quick Setup Guide (1)
• GUI Menu List (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• Remote control (RM-AAP078) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
Inserting batteries into the
remote control
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries (supplied) in
the remote control. Observe the correct
polarity when installing batteries.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot
or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
• Do not expose the remote control sensor to direct
sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may
cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.
• When you replace or remove the batteries, the
programmed codes may be cleared. If this happens,
reprogram the remote control (page 107).
• 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
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A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 37, 59, 65)
B ON/STANDBY indicator
Lights up as follows:
Green: The receiver is turned on.
Amber: The receiver is in standby mode, and
– Either Control fo r HDMI, Network Standby, or
Bluetooth Standby is set to on.
– The receiver in zone 2 is turned on.
Lights off when the receiver is in standby mode
and Control for HDMI, Network Standby, and
Bluetooth Standby are set to off.
Note
If the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes slowly,
the software update is in progress (page 77). If
the indicator flashes in quick succession, the
software update has error (page 114).
C TONE, TONE MODE
Press TONE MODE repeatedly to select BASS
or TREBLE, then turn TONE to adjust the level.
D BLUETOOTH (page 82)
Operates the Bluetooth function.
E PARTY (page 74)
Operates the PARTY STREAMING function.
Hold down the button to start or close a PARTY.
F Display panel (page 11)
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Receives signals from remote control.
H INPUT SELECTOR (page 51, 57, 88)
I INPUT MODE (page 88)
J MASTER VOLUME (page 51)
K VIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 32)
L iPod/iPhone ( (USB) port and
VIDEO IN jack) (page 31, 34)
M AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 40)
N DISPLAY (page 107)
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 61, 62)
Q TUNING MODE, MEMORY/ENTER,
TUNING
Press to operate a tuner (FM/AM).
Turn TUNING to scan a station.
R SPEAKERS (page 39)
S PHONES jack
Connects to headphones.
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Indicators on the display panel
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USB
UPDATE
A SW
Lights up when the audio signal is output from
the SUBWOOFER jack.
B ZONE 2
Lights up while operation in zone 2 is being
enabled.
C D.L.L.
Lights up when the D.L.L. (Digital Legato
Linear) function is activated (page 97).
D USB
Lights up when iPod/iPhone or USB device is
detected.
E Input indicator
Lights up to indicate the current input.
HDMI
The receiver recognizes the equipment
connected via an HDMI IN jack.
COAX
Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL
jack (page 88).
OPT
Digital signal is input through the OPTICAL
jack (page 88).
ARC
TV input is selected and the Audio Return
Channel (ARC) signals are detected.
F PARTY
Lights up when PARTY STREAMING function
is activated (page 74).
G Dolby Digital Surround indicator*
Lights up the respective indicator when the
receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby
Digital format signals.
DD EXD+TrueHD
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Surround EX
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
OPT PART Y
S.OPT.
ARC
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D+EX
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MSTR
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SP A B
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H NEO:6
Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music
decoder is activated (page 62, 63).
I DTS-HD indicator*
Lights up the respective indicator when the
receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD
format signals.
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD LBR
J BLUETOOTH
Lights up when Bluetooth device is connected.
K Wireless LAN signal strength indicator
Lights up to show the strength of the wireless
LAN signal (page 46, 47).
No signal.
The signal strength is weak.
The signal strength is moderate.
The signal strength is strong.
L SLEEP
Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated
(page 16).
M BI-AMP
Lights up when surround back speakers
selection is set to “BI-AMP” (page 90).
N SP A/SP B/SP A B (page 39)
O LPCM
Lights up when the receiver is decoding the
Linear PCM signals.
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio
DTS-HD Low Bit Rate
Audio
SLEEP
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P DTS(-ES) indicator*
Lights up the respective indicator when the
receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS
format signals.
DTS
DTS-ES
DTS 96/24
DTS
DTS-ES
DTS 96 kHz/24 bit
Q Tuning indicator
Lights up when the receiver tunes to a radio
station.
MEM
Memory function, such as Preset Memory
(page 60), etc., is activated.
ST
Stereo broadcast
R S.OPT.
Lights up when Sound Optimizer function is
activated (page 64).
S A.P.M.
Lights up when the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase
Matching) function is activated.
You can only set the A.P.M. function in the
DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
function (page 42).
T EQ
Lights up when the equalizer is activated.
U D.RANGE
Lights up when dynamic range compression is
activated (page 96).
V D.C.A.C.
Lights up when the measurement results of the
“Auto Calibration” function are applied.
W UPDATE
Lights up when a new software is available
(page 77).
X 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 IIxPL 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.
Y
Lights up when the disc being played back
contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect)
channel and the LFE channel signal is actually
being reproduced.
Z Playback channel indicator
The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels
being played back. Based on the speaker
settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to
show how the receiver downmixes the source
sound.
LH
RH
L
R
C
SL
SR
S
Front Left High
Front Right High
Front Left
Front Right
Center (monaural)
Surround Left
Surround Right
Surround (monaural or the
surround equipment
obtained by Pro Logic
SBL
SBR
SB
processing)
Surround Back Left
Surround Back Right
Surround Back (the
surround back equipment
obtained by 6.1 channel
decoding)
Example:
Speaker pattern: 3/0.1
Recording format: 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
* When playing a Dolby Digital or DTS format disc,
make sure that you have completed the digital
connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 88) or “A. DIRECT” is not
selected.
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Rear panel
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A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section
HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 26,
29, 30, 31, 32)
OPTICAL IN jacks (page 26, 29,
30)
COAXIAL IN jack (page 29)
B TUNER section
FM ANTENNA jack (page 34)
AM ANTENNA terminals
(page 34)
C Controls jacks for Sony equipment
and other external equipment
IR REMOTE IN/OUT jacks
(page 91)
D NETWORK section
LAN port (page 36)
Wireless LAN antenna
(page 36)
E SPEAKERS section (page 24)
F AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
White (L)
Red (R)
Black
AUDIO IN jacks (page 26, 33)
AUDIO OUT jacks (page 24)
AUDIO OUT jacks (page 91)
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G VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
section (page 26, 30, 32)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks
AUDIO 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 107).
H COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/
OUTPUT section (page 26, 29, 30)
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 26).
Y, PB, PR IN/OUT* jacks
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A ?/1 (on/standby)
Turns the receiver on or sets it to the standby
mode.
If you press ZONE (C) to switch the remote to
zone 2 mode, you can turn the power for zone 2
on or off using ?/1.
Saving the power in standby mode
When Control for HDMI (page 98), Network
Standby (page 101), and Bluetooth Standby
(page 101) are set to off, and the receiver in
zone 2 is turned off.
B AV ?/1
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 92)
D Input buttons
2)
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 107.
Numeric/text buttons
1)2)
Press SHIFT (V), then press numeric/text
buttons to
– preset/tune to the preset stations (page 60).
– select track numbers. Press 0/10 to select track
number 10.
– select channel numbers.
– select the letters (ABC, DEF, etc.),
punctuation marks (!, ?, etc.) or other symbols
(#, %, etc.) when you enter characters for
network features.
Press TV (W), then press the numeric buttons
to select the TV channels.
1)
-/--
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.
1)
>10
Press SHIFT (V), then press >10 to select track
numbers over 10.
ENT/MEM
1)
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.
1)
CLEAR
Press SHIFT (V), then press CLEAR to
– erase a letter for network features.
– clear a mistake when you press the incorrect
numeric/text button.
CHARACTER
Press SHIFT (V), then press CHARACTER to
select the character type for network features.
Each time you press CHARACTER, the
character type changes in sequence as follows:
“abc” (lowercase letters) t “ABC” (uppercase
letters) t “123” (numbers)
ALPHABET SEARCH
Press SHIFT (V), then press ALPHABET
SEARCH to search for an item using a keyword
(page 80).
E SOUND FIELD +/–
Selects a sound field (page 61).
F Color buttons
1)
Works according to the guide on the TV screen.
G GUI MODE
Displays the GUI menu on the TV screen.
H TOOLS/OPTIONS
1)
Displays and selects items from the option
menus.
Press TV (W), then press TOOLS/OPTIONS to
display the TV function options.
I MENU, HOME
1)
Displays the menu to operate the audio/video
equipment.
Press TV (W), then press HOME to display the
menus of Sony TV.
Press to
– replay the previous scene or fast forward the
current scene.
– skip to previous or next album when using
iPod/iPhone.
REPEAT
1)
Press SHIFT (V), then press REPEAT to play
a track or a folder repeatedly.
SHUFFLE
1)
Press SHIFT (V), then press SHUFFLE to play
a track or a folder in random order.
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FOLDER +/–
1)
Selects a folder.
TUNING +/–
1)
Scans a station.
2)
PARTY
Press SHIFT (V), then press PARTY to
operate the PARTY STREAMING function.
Hold down the button to start or close a PARTY
(page 74).
D.TUNING
Enters direct tuning mode.
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.
L F1/F2
1)
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
activate the Advanced Auto Volume function
(page 64).
SLEEP
Press AMP (X), then press SLEEP to set the
receiver to turn off automatically at specified
time.
Each time you press SLEEP, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
0:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 1:30:00 t 2:00:00
t OFF
Tips
• To check the remaining time before the
receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The
remaining time appears on the display panel.
• The Sleep Timer will be canceled when you
perform the following.
– Press SLEEP again.
– Update the software of the receiver.
M TOP MENU
1)
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s or DVD’s Top
Menu.
POP UP/MENU
1)
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu,
or the DVD’s menu.
1)
TV INPUT
or 1) (Input select)
Press TV (W), then press TV INPUT or to
select the input signal (TV input or video input).
1)
or 1) (Wide mode)
WIDE
Press TV (W), then press WIDE or
repeatedly to select the wide picture mode.
1)
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 +/–
1)
or +/–1)
Press TV (W), then press TV VOL +/– or
+/– to adjust the TV volume level.
1)
MASTER VOL +/–
or +/–1)
Adjusts the volume level of all speakers at the
same time.
P DISC SKIP/iPhone CTRL
1)
Press to
– skip disc when using a multi-disc changer.
– enter iPod/iPhone control mode when using
iPod/iPhone.
Q RETURN/EXIT O
1)
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.
1)
R
,
V/v/B/b
1)
Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then
press to enter/confirm the selection.
S GUIDE
1)
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
1)
Views information on the display panel.
Press TV (W), then press DISPLAY to display
information of TV.
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U SOUND OPTIMIZER
Activates the Sound Optimizer function
(page 64).
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 103).
Y RM SET UP
Programs the remote control (page 107).
1)
See the table on page 18 for information on the
buttons that you can use to control each
equipment.
2)
The 5/JKL/VIDEO 2, N/PARTY and TV CH +/
PROG +/PRESET + buttons have tactile dots. Use
the tactile dots as reference when operating the
receiver.
Notes
• The above explanation is intended to serve as
examples.
• Depending on the model of your connected
equipment, some functions explained in this
section may not work with the supplied remote
control.
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Getting started
You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps
below.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Installing and connecting the
speakers (page 22, 24)
Checking the connection
appropriate for your equipment
Connecting the TV and video
equipment (page 26, 27)
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
Y
P
B/CB
PR/C
R
Analog
VIDEO
High quality image
Connecting the audio equipment
(page 33)
Setting the speakers
Select the speaker pattern (page 38), then perform Auto
Calibration (page 39).
Note
You can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone”
(page 95). If the sound is not output correctly, check the
speaker connection.
Setting the audio output settings on
the connected equipment
To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital
audio output setting on the connected equipment.
For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio
(HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital”, and “DTS” are set to “Auto”,
“Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of
September 2011).
For a PlayStation 3, check that “BD/DVD Audio Output
Format (HDMI)” and “BD Audio Output Format
(Optical Digital)” are set to “Bitstream” (with system
software version 3.70).
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the connected equipment.
Preparing the receiver
See “Setting the voltage selector” (page 37),
“Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 37)
and “Initializing the receiver” (page 37).
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Function for conversion of video signals
The receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals.
Video signals and component video signals can be output as HDMI video signals (HDMI 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 jackOUTPUT jack
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 (up to 1080i).
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.
HDMI TV OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
MONITOR VIDEO OUT
To connect a recording
equipment
When recording, connect the recording
equipment to the VIDEO OUT jacks of the
receiver. Connect cords for input and output
signals to the same type of jack, as VIDEO
OUT jacks do not have an up-conversion
function.
Note
Signals output from the HDMI TV OUT or
MONITOR OUT jacks may not be recorded
properly.
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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the
equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats.
Audio format
Maximum number
of channels
Dolby Digital5.1aa
Dolby Digital EX6.1aa
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
a)
a)
7.1×a
7.1×a
DTS5.1aa
DTS-ES6.1aa
DTS 96/245.1aa
DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD
Master Audio
Multi Channel Linear PCM
a)
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.
b)
Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
a)
a)b)
a)
7.1
7.1
7.1×a
Connection between the playback
equipment and the receiver
COAXIAL/OPTICALHDMI
×a
×a
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Connections
1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use up to 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.
• 6.1 channel speaker placement
Place the surround back speaker behind the
listening position.
• 7.1 channel speaker placement
Place the surround back speakers as shown
in the illustration below. The angle A
should be the same.
* You cannot use the surround back speakers and the
front high speakers simultaneously.
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7.1 channel speaker system
using front high speakers
You can enjoy vertical sound effects by
connecting additional two front high speakers.
Place the front high speakers
– at an angle between 25° to 35°.
– at an angle of 20° ± 5° in height.
20˚ ± 5˚
Connections
Tip
Since the subwoofer does not em it highly directional
signals, you can place it wherever you want.
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2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
A
1
10 mm
(13/32")
2
3
4
A
Center speaker
B
Surround speaker
RightLeft
B
B
B
Subwoofer *
A Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
B Speaker cord (not supplied)
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Right
Surround back/Front high/
Bi-amplifier/Front B
speaker
Left
**
LeftRight
Front A speaker
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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 38).
You can select the front speaker system you
want by using the SPEAKERS button on the
receiver (page 39).
– You can connect the front speakers to this
terminals using bi-amplifier connection
(page 25).
Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the
Speaker Settings menu (page 90).
Note
After you have installed and connected your
speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from
the Speaker Settings menu (page 38).
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)
Hi
Lo
Front speaker
(Left)
Hi
Lo
Connections
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 90).
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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.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
TV
Audio signalsVideo signals
Audio/Video
signals
oror
A
B**CDE*
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Optical digital 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.
ARC
Recommended connection
Alternative connection
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To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi
channel surround sound from the
receiver
* If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return
Channel (ARC) function, connect E.
Be sure to set the “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON” in
HDMI Settings menu (page 85). 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 88).
**If your TV is not compatible with the ARC
function, connect B.
Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate
the TV’s muting function.
Notes
• Connect a TV monitor or a projector to the HDMI
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 20).
• When you connect the audio output jack of the TV
to the TV IN jacks of the receiver to output the TV
sound from the speakers connected to the receiver,
set the sound output jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it
can be switched between either “Fixed” or
“Variable”.
To listen to the sound from the
TV
If your TV does not support System Audio
Control function, set the “Audio Out” to
“TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu
(page 98).
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 84).
HDMI features
• A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI
can be output from the speakers connected to
the receiver. This signal supports Dolby
Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. For details,
see “Digital audio formats supported by the
receiver” (page 21).
• The receiver can receive Multi Channel
Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a
sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with
an HDMI connection.
• Analog video signals input to the receiver’s
VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO
jacks can be output as HDMI signals (page
20). Audio signals are not output from an
HDMI 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.
• 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.
Connections
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Notes on HDMI connections
• The audio and video signals of HDMI input
are not output from the HDMI TV OUT jack
while the GUI menu is displayed.
• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not
input and output.
• Depending on the TV or the video
equipment, 3D images may not be
displayed. Check the 3D image formats
supported by the receiver (page 127).
• 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 (page 88)
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.
Converting video signals
This receiver is equipped with a function for
converting video signals. For details, see
“Function for conversion of video signals”
(page 20).
If you want to connect several
digital equipment, but cannot
find an unused input
See “Using other video/audio input jacks
(Input Assign)” (page 88).
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Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player
Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player
Audio/video
signals
or
Video signalsAudio signals
Connections
AB
C*
D
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
B Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
C Optical digital cord (not supplied)
D Component video cord (not supplied)
Recommended connection
Alternative connection
* When you connect equipment with an OPTICAL
jack, set the “Input Assign” in the Input Option
menu (page 88).
Notes
• BD/DVD input has a better sound quality. When
you need a higher sound quality, connect your
equipment to the BD/DVD (for AUDIO) jack and
select BD/DVD as input.
• The default setting for the BD/DVD input button
on the remote control is Blu-ray Disc player. Be
sure to change the default setting of the BD/DVD
input button so that you can use the button to
control your equipment. For details, see
“Programming the remote control” (page 107).
• You can also rename the BD/DVD input so that it
can be displayed on the receiver’s display panel.
For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)”
(page 51).
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Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner
Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner
Audio/video signalsAudio signals
ACDE
Video signals
oror
B
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 Audio cord (not supplied)
E Optical digital cord (not supplied)
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Recommended connection
Alternative connection
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Connecting a PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
Audio/video signals
A
Connecting an iPod, iPhone for
video contents
iPod/iPhone
(not supplied)
A
Connections
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
Note
You can rename the GAME input so that it can be
displayed on the receiver’s display panel. For
details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)”
(page 51).
A Apple Composite AV cable
(not supplied)
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Connecting a DVD recorder, VCR
DVD recorder, VCR
Audio signalsVideo
signals
Audio/video
signals
Connecting a Camcorder, Video
game, PC
Camcorder,
Video game, PC
Audio/video
signals
**B
A
C
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.
* If you want to record, you must make this
connection (page 57).
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 107).
(On the front panel)
Camcorder,
Video game
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
B Audio/video cord (not supplied)
A
B
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Note
You can rename the VIDEO 2 input so that it can be
displayed on the receiver’s display panel. For
details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)”
(page 51).
4b: Connecting the audio
equipment
Connecting a Super Audio CD
player, CD player
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect
the AC power cord (mains lead).
Super Audio
CD player,
CD player
A
Connections
A Audio cord (not supplied)
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Connecting an iPod, iPhone,
USB device
A
iPod, iPhone,
USB device
5: Connecting the
antennas (aerials)
Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be
sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead).
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
AM loop antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
A USB cable (not supplied)
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Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop
antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other
equipment.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna
(aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),
keep it as horizontal as possible.
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6: Connecting to the
network
If you have an Internet connection, you can
connect this receiver to the Internet as well.
You can connect through a wireless or a wired
LAN connection.
System requirements
The following system environment is required
to use the network function of the receiver.
A Broadband line connection
A Broadband line connection to the Internet is
required in order to listen to Sony
Entertainment Network (SEN) and to update
the software of the receiver.
Modem
This is the device that is connected to the
broadband line to communicate with the
Internet. Some of these devices are integrated
with the router.
LAN cable (CAT5) (For a wired LAN
connection only)
• We recommend that you use this type of
cable for a wired LAN.
Some flat-type LAN cables are easily
affected by noise. We recommend that you
use normal-type cables.
• If the receiver is used in an environment in
which there is power supply noise from
electric products or in a noisy network
environment, use a shielded-type LAN
cable.
Server
A server is a device which delivers content
(music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device
on a home network. A device that can be used
as a server (a computer, etc.) must be
connected to your wireless or wired LAN
home network*.
* For details on servers which are compatible with
this receiver, see page 66.
Connections
Router
• Use a router compatible with 100 Mbps or
greater transmission speeds to enjoy content
on your home network.
• We recommend that you use a router
equipped with the built-in DHCP (Dynamic
Host Configuration Protocol) server.
This function automatically assigns IP
addresses on the LAN.
• Use a wireless LAN router/access point if
you want to use a wireless LAN connection.
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Configuration example
The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver and a
server.
We recommend that you connect the server to the router with a wired connection.
InternetModem
Router
A
LAN cable
(not supplied)
LAN cable
(not supplied)
B
Server
A For a wired LAN connection only.
B For a wireless LAN connection only.
Be sure to use a wireless LAN router/access point.
Note
An audio playback on a server may occasionally be
interrupted when you use a wireless connection.
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Preparing the Receiver
Setting the voltage
selector
If your receiver has a voltage selector on the
rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set
to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a
screwdriver to set the selector to the correct
position before connecting the AC power cord
(mains lead) to a wall outlet.
Depending on the area, the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR may differ.
Connecting the AC power
cord (mains lead)
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a
wall outlet.
AC power cord (mains lead)
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.
Preparing the Receiver
To the wall outlet
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Setting the speakers
Selecting the speaker pattern
Select the speaker pattern according to the
speaker system which you are using.
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
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.
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.
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 MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“ Settings”, then press or
b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Speaker”, then press or b.
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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.
Indicators Selected speakers
SP AThe speaker connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals.
SP B*The speaker connected to the
SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/
FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B
terminals.
SP A B*The speaker connected to both the
SPEAKERS FRONT A and
SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/
FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B
terminals (parallel connection).
“SPK OFF” appears on the display
panel.
No audio signals are output from any
speaker terminals.
* To select “SP B” or “SP A B”, set the “SB Assign”
to “Speaker B” in the Speaker Settings menu
(page 38).
Note
This setting is not available when headphones are
connected.
Using AUTO
Preparing the Receiver
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.
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
1)
(EQ).
• Measure the frequency characteristics
1)
The measurement result is not utilized when
“A. DIRECT” is selected.
2)
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)
1)
1)
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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 95).
Before you perform Auto
Calibration
Setting up the Auto Calibration
Optimizer microphone
Before you perform Auto Calibration, check
the following items.
• Set up and connect the speakers (page 22,
24).
• Connect only the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.
Do not connect any other microphones to
this jack.
• Set the “SB Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the
Speaker Settings menu if you use
bi-amplifier connection (page 90).
• Set the “SB Assign” to “Speaker B” in the
Speaker Settings menu if you use speakers
front B connection (page 38).
• Make sure the speaker output is not set to
“SPK OFF” (page 39).
• Make sure that you are not using PARTY
STREAMING function (page 74).
• Disconnect the headphones.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between
the optimizer microphone and the speakers
to avoid measurement errors.
• Get accurate measurement by making sure
the environment is free from noise and quiet.
Notes
• The speakers emit very loud sound during the
calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted.
Provide consideration to your neighborhood and to
the children in presence.
• If the muting function has been activated before
you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function
will shut off automatically.
• The correct measurements may not be able to take
or Auto Calibration cannot be performed when
special speakers, such as dipole speakers are used.
Example of using surround back
speakers
1 Select the speaker pattern
(page 38).
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.
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Confirm active subwoofer setup
• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
subwoofer and turn up the volume prior to
activating the subwoofer. Turn the LEVEL
to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover
frequency function, set the value to
maximum.
• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, set it to off (deactivated).
Note
Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer
you are using, the setup distance value may be
different from the actual position.
Performing Auto Calibration
?/1
SHIFT
Input
buttons
AUTO
CAL
V/v/B/b,
MENU
Preparing the Receiver
MUTING/
MASTER
VOL +/–/
2 +/–
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“ Settings”, then press or
b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Auto Cal.”, then press or b.
4 Press B/b repeatedly to select
“Start”, then press .
5 Press to select “START”.
6 The measurement starts in five
seconds.
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds with a test
tone.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the screen switches.
Note
If an error code appears on the screen, see
“Message list after Auto Calibration
measurement” (page 44).
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 44).
• Exit: Exits the setting process without
saving the measurement results.
8 Save the measurement result.
Select “Save” in step 7.
Notes
• The A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Matching)
function is activated after you save the
measurement result.
• The A.P.M. function does not work in the
following cases.
– The calibration type is set to “Off” when
using the “Cal. Type” Auto Calibration
(page 42).
– When Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD signals
with a sampling frequency of more than
48 kHz are being received.
9 Press B/b repeatedly to select
“Cal. Type”, then press .
• Full Flat: Makes the measurement of
frequency from each speaker flat.
• Engineer: Sets to “the Sony listening
room standard” frequency
characteristics.
• Front Reference: Adjusts the
characteristics of all the speakers to
match the characteristics of the front
speaker.
• Off: Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer
level and the A.P.M. function to off.
Tip
You can select the calibration type after you
have performed the Auto Calibration and
saved the settings.
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10Disconnect the optimizer
microphone from the receiver.
Note
If you reposition your speaker, we recommend that
you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the
surround sound.
Tips
• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance
Unit” in the Speaker settings menu (page 96).
• The size of a speaker (“Large”/“Small”) is
determined by the low frequency characteristics.
The measurement results may vary, depending on
the position of the optimizer microphone and
speakers, and the shape of the room. It is
recommended that you apply the measurement
results. However, you can change those settings in
the Speaker Settings menu. Save the measurement
results first, then try to change the settings.
To cancel Auto Calibration
The Auto Calibration function will be
canceled when you perform the following
during the measurement process:
–Press ?/1.
– Press the input buttons on the remote control
or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver.
– Press MUTING or .
– Press SPEAKERS on the receiver.
– Change the volume level.
– Connect the headphones.
– Press SHIFT, then press AUTO CAL.
Checking the Auto Calibration
results
To check error code or warning message
obtained in “Performing Auto Calibration”
(page 41), proceed with the following steps.
Press V/v to select “Warning” in
step 7 in “Performing Auto
Calibration” (page 42) then press
.
If a warning message appears, check the
message and use the receiver without change.
Or if necessary, perform Auto Calibration
again.
When “Error Code” appears
Check the error and perform Auto Calibration
again.
1 Press to select “ENTER”.
“RETRY ?” appears on the TV screen.
2 Press B/b to select “YES”, then press
.
3 Repeat steps 6 to 10 in “Performing
Auto Calibration” (page 41).
Preparing the Receiver
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Message list after Auto
Calibration measurement
Display and explanation
Error Code 31
The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set to other speaker
settings and perform the Auto Calibration again.
Error Code 32
Error Code 33
Speakers were not detected or not connected
properly.
• None of the front speakers are connected or only
one front speaker is connected.
• Either the surround left or surround right speaker
is not connected.
• Surround back speakers or front high speakers are
connected even though surround speakers are not
connected. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the
SPEAKERS SURROUND terminals.
• The surround back speaker is connected only to
the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT
HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B R terminals. When
you connect only one surround back speaker,
connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND
BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B L
terminals.
• Either the front left high or front right high
speaker is not connected.
The optimizer microphone is not connected. Make
sure that the optimizer microphone is connected
properly and perform the Auto Calibration again.
If the optimizer microphone is connected properly
but the error code still appears, the optimizer
microphone cable may be damaged.
Warning 40
The measurement process has completed with high
noise level detection. You may be able to achieve
better results if you try in a quiet environment again.
Warning 41
Warning 42
The input from the microphone is too big.
• The distance between the speaker and the
microphone may be too close. Set them apart and
perform the measurement again.
Warning 43
The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be
detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to
perform the measurement in a quiet environment.
No Warning
There is no warning information.
Tip
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results may vary. However, there will
be no problems even if you continue to use the
receiver with that value.
Configuring the network
settings of the receiver
The network settings for the receiver must be
set correctly to use the Home Network, SEN,
AirPlay, and PARTY STREAMING functions.
Using a wireless LAN connection
There are several connecting methods you can
use to set up a wireless network: searching for
an access point, using a WPS connecting
method (either the push-button method or the
PIN code method), or manual setting.
Notes
• Make sure not to use the wireless LAN function
where medical equipment (such as a pacemaker) is
used or where the use of wireless communication is
prohibited.
• Before connecting to your home network, you need
to prepare a wireless LAN router/access point. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the
device.
• Depending on your home network environment,
the wireless LAN router/access point may have
been set up such that it cannot be connected using
WPS, even though it is compatible with WPS. For
details on whether your wireless LAN router/
access point is compatible or not compatible with
WPS, and on the setup of a WPS connection, refer
to the operating instructions of your wireless LAN
router/access point.
• You may encounter setup difficulties if the receiver
and the wireless LAN router/access point are
located too far from each other. If you do, move the
devices closer to each other.
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Searching for an access point
and setting up a wireless
network (Access Point Scan
method)
You can set up a wireless network by
searching for an access point. To set up the
network using this connection method, you
will be required to select or enter the following
information. Check the following information
in advance, and record it in the space provided
below.
The network name (SSID*1) that
identifies your network
needed in step 7.)
:
If your wireless home network is
secured by encryption, the security key
(WEP key, WPA/WPA2 key) for your
network
8.)
:
*1
SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that
identifies a particular access point.
*2
This information should be available from a label
on your wireless LAN router/access point, from
the operating instructions, from the person who
set up your wireless network, or from the
information provided by your Internet service
provider.
DISPLAY
*2
. (This will be needed in step
*2
. (This will be
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Network”, then press .
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press .
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Wireless LAN Settings”, then
press .
If “Change Setting?” appears on the TV
screen, select “OK”, then press .
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Access Point Scan”, then
press .
The receiver starts searching for access
points, and displays a list of up to 30
available network name (SSID).
7 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the network name (SSID) you
want, then press .
The security setting display appears on
the TV screen.
8 Enter the security key (WEP
key, WPA/WPA2 key), then
press .
By default, the security key appears as
“*****”. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to
encrypt and disclose the security key.
“IP Settings” appears on the TV screen.
Preparing the Receiver
V/v/B/b,
MENU
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“ Settings”, then press or
b.
9 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Auto”, then press .
The proxy setting display appears on the
TV screen.
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When using a fixed IP address
Select “Manual”, then press . The IP
address input display appears on the TV
screen.
Press SHIFT, then press numeric button to
enter the value for “IP Address”, and then
press . Then, enter the value for
“Subnet Mask”, “Default Gateway”,
“Primary DNS” and “Secondary DNS”.
The proxy setting display appears on the
TV screen.
10Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Do Not Use”, then press .
The confirmation display appears on the
TV screen.
When using a proxy server
Select “Use”, then press . The proxy
address input display appears on the TV
screen.
Press SHIFT, then press numeric/text
button to enter the value for “Proxy
Address”, and then press . Then, enter
the value for “Port Number”.
The confirmation display appears on the
TV screen.
11Press V/v repeatedly to select
“OK”, then press .
“Connecting” flashes on the TV screen.
“Complete!” appears after the network
settings are completed and “” lights up
on the display panel. To return to the
Network Settings menu, press .
(Depending on the network environment,
the network settings may take some time.)
12Perform the server settings.
To listen to audio content stored on the
server, you need to set up your server
(page 66).
Tip
When checking the network settings, see “To check
the network information” (page 99).
If you cannot find the network
name (SSID) you want (manual
setup method)
You can input the network name (SSID) you
want manually if it does not appear on the list.
1 Select “Manual Registration” in step 6 in
“Searching for an access point and setting
up a wireless network (Access Point Scan
method)” (page 45).
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Direct
Input”, then press .
3 Enter the network name (SSID), then press
.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the security
setting you want, then press .
5 Follow steps 8 to 12 in “Searching for an
access point and setting up a wireless
network (Access Point Scan method)”
(page 45).
Setting up a wireless network
using an access point
compliant with WPS
You can easily set up a wireless network using
an access point compliant with WPS. The
WPS setting can be made using either the
push-button configuration method or the PIN
(Personal Identification Number) code
method.
What is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup)?
WPS is a standard created by the Wi-Fi
Alliance allowing you to setup a wireless
network easily and securely.
Note
If your network has not been secured by encryption
(using the security key), the security setting display
does not appear in step 8.
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Setting up a wireless network
using the WPS push button
configuration method
You can easily set up a WPS wireless
connection with one push of the designated
button.
1 Select “WPS Push” in step 6 in “Searching
for an access point and setting up a wireless
network (Access Point Scan method)”
(page 45).
2 Follow the on-screen directions, and press
the WPS button on the access point.
Message: Push WPS button on access point
within 2 min
WPS button on
the wireless LAN
router/access
point
“Complete!” appears after the network
settings are complete and “” lights up on
the display panel. To return to the Network
Settings menu, press .
(Depending on the network environment,
the network settings may take some time.)
3 Perform the server settings.
To listen to audio content stored on the
server, you need to set up your server
(page 66).
Tip
When checking the network settings, see “To check
the network information” (page 99).
Setting up a wireless network
using the WPS PIN code method
If the access point supports the WPS PIN
(Personal Identification Number) code
connection, you can set up a WPS wireless
connection by entering the receiver’s PIN
code into the wireless LAN router/access
point.
1 Select “Manual Registration” in step 6 in
“Searching for an access point and setting
up a wireless network (Access Point Scan
method)” (page 45).
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “WPS PIN”,
then press .
The available SSID (access point) list
appears.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the network
name (SSID) you want, then press .
The PIN code (8 digits) of the receiver
appears on the TV screen. Leave the PIN
code displayed until the connection is
complete. (A different PIN code is
displayed each time you perform this
operation.)
4 Input the receiver’s PIN code into the
wireless LAN router/access point.
The receiver starts the network settings.
“Complete!” appears after the network
settings are complete and “” lights up on
the display panel. To return to the Network
Settings menu, press .
(Depending on the network environment,
the network settings may take some time.)
5 Perform the server settings.
To listen to audio content stored on the
server, you need to set up your server
(page 66).
Tips
• When checking the network settings, see “To
check the network information” (page 99).
• For details on entering the PIN code into the
wireless LAN router/access point, refer to the
operating instructions of the wireless LAN router/
access point.
Using a wired LAN connection
1 Select “Wired LAN Settings” in
step 5 in “Searching for an
access point and setting up a
wireless network (Access Point
Scan method)” (page 45).
“IP Settings” appears on the TV screen. If
“Change Setting?” appears on the TV
screen, select “OK”, then press .
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2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Auto”, then press .
The proxy setting display appears on the
TV screen.
When using a fixed IP address
Select “Manual”, then press . The IP
address input display appears on the TV
screen.
Press SHIFT, then press numeric button
to enter the value for “IP Address”, and
then press . Then, enter the value for
“Subnet Mask”, “Default Gateway”,
“Primary DNS” and “Secondary DNS”.
The proxy setting display appears on the
TV screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Do Not Use”, then press .
The confirmation display appears on the
TV screen.
When using a proxy server
Select “Use”, then press . The proxy
address input display appears on the TV
screen.
Press SHIFT, then press numeric/text
button to enter the value for “Proxy
Address”, and then press . Then, enter
the value for “Port Number”.
The confirmation display appears on the
TV screen.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“OK”, then press .
“Connecting” appears on the TV screen.
“Complete!” appears after the network
settings are completed. To return to the
Network Settings menu, press .
(Depending on the network environment,
the network settings may take some time.)
Tip
When checking the network settings, see “To check
the network information” (page 99).
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 49).
GUI MODE
V/v/B/b,
RETURN/
EXIT O
TOOL S/
OPTIONS
MENU
Using the menu
1 Switch the input of the TV so
that an image of the menu is
displayed.
5 Perform the server settings.
To listen to audio content stored on the
server, you need to set up your server
(page 66).
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2 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
Depending on the TV, the GUI menu may
take some time to appear on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
menu you want, then press
or b to enter the menu.
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen.
Example: When you select “Input”.
To turn “GUI MODE” on and off
Press GUI MODE. “GUI ON” or “GUI OFF”
appears on the display panel, depending on the
mode selected.
Overview of the main menus
Menu iconDescription
InputSelects the input source
equipment connected to the
receiver (page 50).
MusicSelects the music from the
server on the Home Network
(page 69), SEN (page 71),
AirPlay (page 75), iPod/
iPhone (page 53), USB
device (page 56) or Bluetooth
(page 81).
VideoSelects the video from
iPod/iPhone (page 53).
FM/AMSelects the built-in FM/AM
radio (page 58).
SettingsAdjusts the settings of the
receiver (page 93).
Using the option menus
Preparing the Receiver
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the menu item you want to
adjust, then press to enter
the menu item.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select
the parameter you want.
To return to the previous screen
Press RETURN/EXIT O.
To exit the menu
Press MENU.
When you press TOOLS/OPTIONS, the
option menus for the selected main menu are
displayed. You can select a related function
without reselecting the menu.
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
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2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
menu you want, then press
or b to enter the menu.
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen.
Example: When you select “
Input”.
3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while
the menu item list is displayed.
The option menu appears.
Basic Operations
Playing an input source
equipment
?/1
Input
buttons
SOUND
FIELD +/–
V/v/B/b,
TOOLS/
OPTIONS
MENU
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the option menu item you want,
then press or b.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the parameter you want, then
press .
To exit the option menu
Press RETURN/EXIT O.
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MUTING/
Press MENU.
1
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
MASTER
VOL +/ –/
2 +/–
2 Select “Input”, then press
or b.
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen.
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3 Select the equipment you want,
then press .
The menu screen disappears and the
playback screen of the external input
appears.
The input that can be selected:
• BD/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.
• SA-CD/CD: Super Audio CD or CD
player, etc., connected to the SA-CD/
CD jack.
4 Turn on the equipment and
start playback.
5 Press MASTER VOL +/– 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
on the receiver.
For details, seepage 61.
Tips
• You can turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver
or press input buttons on the remote control to
select the equipment you want.
• You can adjust the volume differently using the
MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or the
MASTER VOL +/– or
remote control.
To turn the volume up or down quickly
– Turn the knob quickly.
– Press and hold the button.
To make fine adjustment
– Turn the knob slowly.
– Press the button and release it immediately.
2 +/– button on the
To activate the muting function
Press MUTING or .
The muting function will be canceled when
you do the following.
• Press MUTING or again.
• Change the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.
• Perform Auto Calibration.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
down the volume level.
Naming the input (Name Input)
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
inputs and display it.
It is more recognizable having the equipment
named on the display than the jacks.
1 Select the input you want to
name from “
Input” screen.
2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
The option menu appears.
3 Select “Name Input”, then
press or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
character, then press b.
You can move the input position
backward and forward by pressing B/b.
5 Repeat step 4 to input a
character one by one, then
press .
The name you entered is registered.
Note
Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen
cannot be displayed on the display panel.
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Playing an iPod/iPhone
You can enjoy music/video contents from the iPod/iPhone by connecting it to the iPod/iPhone
( (USB) port and VIDEO IN jack) on the receiver.
For details on connecting the iPod/iPhone, see page 31, 34.
Compatible iPod/iPhone models
You can use the following iPod/iPhone models on this receiver. Update your iPod/iPhone with the
latest software before using it.
iPod touch
4th generation
iPod nano
6th generation
iPod nano
2nd generation
(aluminum)
iPhone 3GSiPhone 3GiPhone
iPod touch
3rd generation
iPod nano
5th generation
(video camera)
iPod classic
iPod touch
2nd generation
iPod nano
4th generation
(video)
iPhone 4S
iPod touch
1st generation
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPhone 4
Notes
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using
an iPod/iPhone connected to this receiver.
• This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet Apple
performance standards.
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Selecting the iPod/iPhone
control mode
You can select the iPod/iPhone control mode
using the GUI menu or iPhone CTRL on the
remote control.
You can use the GUI menu to browse contents
on the iPod/iPhone.
You can also control all operations by viewing
the information on the display panel when
“GUI MODE” is turned off.
V/v/B/b,
TOOL S/
OPTIONS
MENU
iPhone
CTRL
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Music” or
“
Video”, then press or
b.
When the iPod or iPhone is connected,
“iPod/iPhone” appears on the TV screen.
3 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then
press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
The option menu appears.
4 Select “System GUI” or “iPod”,
then press .
Operating the iPod/iPhone using
“System GUI” mode
1 Make sure that “System GUI” is
selected in step 4 in “Selecting
the iPod/iPhone control mode”
(page 53).
2 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then
press .
3 Select the content you want
from the content list, then press
.
The selected content starts playback and
the information of music/video contents
appears on the TV screen.
Note
The video signals from iPod/iPhone are up
converted on this receiver and then viewed on
your TV, depending on the status of the video
signal output.
For details, see “Function for conversion of
video signals” (page 20).
To select the playback mode
You can change the playback mode using the
TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.
• Repeat: Off / One / All
• Shuffle: Off / Songs / Albums
• Audiobooks: Slower / Normal / Faster
Operating the iPod/iPhone using
“iPod” mode
1 Make sure that “iPod” is
selected in step 4 in “Selecting
the iPod/iPhone control mode”
(page 53).
Basic Operations
2 Select “iPod/iPhone”, then
press .
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3 Select the content you want
using iPod/iPhone menu.
For details on operating the iPod/iPhone,
refer to the operating instructions
supplied with iPod/iPhone.
To operate the iPod/iPhone
using the remote control
SHIFT
USB
V/v/B/b,
RETURN/
EXIT O
MENU
B•/•
N
iPhone
CTRL
b
./>,
REPEAT,
SHUFFLE
m/M
x
X
Press USB before you use the following
buttons.
PressOperation
NStarts play.
X, xPauses play.
m/MFast reverses or forwards.
./>Goes to the previous/next track.
b*Skips to the previous/next album.
B•/•
, bEnters the selected item.
MENU,
RETURN/
EXIT O, B
V/vSelects the previous/next item.
REPEAT**Enters repeat mode.
SHUFFLE**Enters shuffle mode.
iPhone CTRLSelects the iPod/iPhone control
* This button only functions when operating the
iPod/iPhone using “iPod” mode (page 53).
**Press SHIFT, then press this button.
Returns to previous display/
folder hierarchy.
mode.
Notes on iPod/iPhone
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected
to the receiver while the receiver is turned
on.
• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/
iPhone from this receiver.
• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during
operation. To avoid data corruption or
damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the receiver
off when connecting or removing the iPod/
iPhone.
iPod/iPhone message list
Message and explanation
Reading
The receiver is recognizing and reading information
of the iPod or iPhone.
Loading
The receiver is loading information of the iPod or
iPhone.
No Support
An unsupported iPod or iPhone is connected.
No Device
No iPod or iPhone is connected.
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Message and explanation
No Music/No Video
No music or video was found.
HP No Support
No sound is output from the headphones when iPod
or iPhone is connected.
Playing a USB device
You can enjoy music from the USB device by
connecting it to the (USB) port on the
receiver.
For details on connecting a USB device, see
“Connecting an iPod, iPhone, USB device”
(page 34).
The music file formats that can be played back
by this receiver are as follows:
File formatExtensions
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)
AAC*“.m4a”, “.3gp”, “.mp4”
WMA9 Standard*“.wma”
* The receiver does not play files encoded with
DRM.
Compatible USB devices
You can use the following Sony USB devices
on this receiver. Other USB devices cannot be
used on this receiver.
Verified Sony USB device
Product name Model name
Walkman
®
“.mp3”
NWZ-S754 / S755
NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455
NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355
NWZ-B133 / B135 / B133F /
B135F
NWZ-B142 / B143 / B142F /
B143F
NWD-E023F / E025F
NWZ-E435F / E436F / E438F
Product name Model name
NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345
NWZ-S636F / S638F / S639F
NWZ-S736F / S738F / S739F
NWZ-A726 / A728 / A729 /
A726B / A728B
NWZ-A826 / A828 / A829
NWZ-W202
NWZ-X1050 / X1060
NWZ-S744 / S745
NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445
NWZ-S543 / S544 / S545
NWZ-A844 / A845 / A846 /
A847
NWZ-W252 / W253
NWZ-B152 / B153 / B152F /
B153F
MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL / 8GL /
16GL
USM1GLX / 2GLX / 4GLX /
8GLX / 16GLX
Notes
• The receiver is unable to read data in NTFS format.
• The receiver is unable to read data other than that
saved in the first partition of a hard disk drive.
• Do not use USB devices other than these USB
devices. Operation of models not listed here is not
guaranteed.
• Operation may not always be ensured even when
using these USB devices.
• Some of these USB devices may not be available
for purchase in certain areas.
• When formatting the above models, be sure to
format using the model itself or the dedicated
formatting software for that model.
• When connecting a USB device to the receiver, be
sure to connect after the display “Creating Library”
or “Creating Database” on the USB device has
disappeared.
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Operating the USB device
To operate the USB device
using the remote control
V/v/B/b,
TOOLS/
MENU
OPTIONS
N
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Music”, then press
or b.
When the USB device is connected,
“USB” appears on the TV screen.
3 Select “USB”, then press .
4 Press N.
The information of music contents appear
on the TV screen.
To select the playback mode
You can change the playback mode using the
TOOLS/OPTIONS on the remote control.
• Repeat: Off / One / All / Folder
SHIFT
USB
FOLDER
+/–
N
./>,
REPEAT
m/M
x
X
Press USB before you use the following
buttons.
PressOperation
NStarts play.
XPauses play.
xStops play.
m/MFast 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.
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Notes on the USB device
• Do not remove the USB device during
operation. To avoid data corruption or
damage to the USB device, turn the receiver
off when connecting or removing the USB
device.
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• When USB cable connection is necessary,
connect the USB cable supplied with the
USB device to be connected. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
USB device to be connected for details on
the operation method.
• Do not connect the receiver and the USB
device through a USB hub.
• When the USB device is connected,
“Reading” appears.
• It may take about 10 seconds before
“Reading” appears depending on the type of
USB device connected.
• When the USB device is connected, the
receiver reads all the files on the USB
device. If there are many folders or files on
the USB device, it may take a long time to
finish reading the USB device.
• The receiver can recognize up to
– 100 folders (including “ROOT” folder).
– 100 audio files for each folder.
– 8 folder levels (tree structure of files,
including “ROOT” folder).
The maximum number of audio files and
folders may vary depending on the file and
folder structure.
Do not save other types of files or
unnecessary folders on a USB device.
• Compatibility with all encoding/writing
softwares, recording devices, and recording
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
USB device may produce noise or
interrupted audio or may not play at all.
• Some time may be needed to start playback
when:
– the folder structure is complex.
– the memory capacity is excessive.
• This receiver does not necessarily support
all the functions provided in a connected
USB device.
• The playback order for the receiver may
differ from the playback order of the
connected USB device.
• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.
• When playing a very long track, some
operations may cause playback delay.
USB message list
Message and explanation
Reading
The receiver is recognizing and reading information
of the USB device.
Device Error
The memory of the USB device could not be
recognized (page 55).
No Support
An unsupported USB device is connected, an
unknown device is connected, or the
USB device is connected through a USB hub
(page 55).
No Device
No USB device is connected or the connected USB
device is not recognized.
No Track
No track was found.
Recording using the
receiver
You can record from an audio/video
equipment using the receiver. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your
recording equipment.
1 Prepare the source for playing.
Press the input button to select the source.
For example, press SAT/CATV.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Prepare the recording
equipment.
Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the
recording equipment (connected to
VIDEO 1 OUT jacks).
3 Start recording on the
recording equipment, then start
the playback equipment.
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Notes
• Some sources contain copyright protection to
prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able
to record from the source.
• Audio and video input signals via HDMI IN,
COMPONENT VIDEO IN and DIGITAL IN jacks
cannot be recorded.
• While only composite video signals are being
recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver
may start up and interrupt the recording. In this
case, set the “Auto Standby” to “OFF” (page 102).
Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation, be
sure you have connected the FM and AM
antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 34).
Tip
The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.
AreaFM AM
USA, Canada, Brazil100 kHz10 kHz*
Mexico50 kHz10 kHz*
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 59).
SHIFT
Numeric
buttons
58
V/v/b,
TOOLS/
OPTIONS
MENU
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
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2 Select “FM” or “ AM” from
the menu, then press or b.
The FM or AM menu list appears on the
TV screen.
FMAM
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna
(aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to
an AM station.
3 Press .
Tuning to a station
automatically (Auto Tuning)
1 Select “Auto Tuning”, then
press or b.
2 Press V/v.
Press V to scan from lower to higher
frequency stations, press v to scan from
higher to lower stations.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
In case of poor FM stereo
reception
1 Tune in the station you want to listen to
using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning
(page 59), or select the preset station you
want (page 60).
2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
3 Select “FM Mode”, then press or b.
4 Select “MONO”, then press .
Tuning to a station directly
(Direct Tuning)
You can enter the frequency of a station
directly by using the numeric buttons.
1 Select “Direct Tuning”, then
press or b.
2 Press SHIFT, then press
numeric buttons to enter the
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 (b 0*)
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
* Press 0 for Mexico model only.
If you cannot tune to a station
“– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears and
then the screen returns to the current
frequency.
Make sure you have entered the right
frequency. If not, repeat step 2. If you still
cannot tune to a station, the frequency may not
be in use in your area.
Changing the AM tuning scale
You can change the AM tuning scale to either
9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the
receiver.
?/1
TUNING MODE
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.
2 While holding down TUNING
MODE, press ?/1 on the
receiver.
The current AM tuning scale is changed
to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
repeat the procedure above.
Notes
• Depending on the settings, the receiver may take
some time to change the AM tuning scale.
• All preset stations will be erased when you change
the tuning scale.
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Presetting FM/AM radio
stations
(Preset Tuning)
You can store up to 30 FM and 30 AM stations
as your favorite stations.
Tuning to preset stations
1 Select “FM” or “ AM” from
the menu, then press or b.
FMAM
2 Select the preset station you
want, then press .
Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.
V/v/B/b,
TOOLS/
OPTIONS
1 Tune to the station that you
want to preset using Auto
Tuning (page 59) or Direct
Tuning (page 59).
2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
The option menu appears.
3 Select “Memory”, then press
or b.
4 Select a preset number, then
press .
The station is stored as the selected preset
number.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store
another station.
You can store station as follows:
• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30
• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30
Naming preset stations (Name
Input)
1 On “ FM” or “AM” screen,
FMAM
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.
Note
Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen
cannot be displayed on the display panel.
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Enjoying Sound Effects
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
channels.
Note
You cannot select “A. DIRECT” when you select
BD/DVD, GAME, USB, AirPlay, HOME
NETWORK and SEN as input.
Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)
mode
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
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.
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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 this mode, you are able to enjoy Blu-ray
and DVD movies at home with not only the
high quality of sound, but also the best sound
ambience, just as the movie’s sound engineer
intended in the mastering process.
You can select the effect type for HD-D.C.S.
For details, see “Surround Settings menu”
(page 96).
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 BERLIN (Berlin P.Hall)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Berlin Philharmonic Hall.
Note
“BERLIN PHILHARMONIC HALL” scrolls across
the display panel when you select this sound field
for the first time.
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 can expand a source sound from a
5.1 channel to a 7.1 channel to which a vertical
equipment is applied, and gives a dimension of
presence and depth.
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.
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)
Performs 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.
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x PLIIz (PLIIz Height)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding.
This setting can expand a source sound from a
5.1 channel to a 7.1 channel to which a vertical
equipment is applied, and gives a dimension of
presence and depth.
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.
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.
Notes on sound fields
• Depending on the speaker pattern settings,
some sound fields may not be available.
• You cannot select PLIIx MV/MS and PLIIz
at the same time.
– PLIIx MV/MS is available only when the
speaker pattern is set to a setting with
surround back speaker(s).
– PLIIz is available only when the speaker
pattern is set to a setting with front high
speakers.
• The sound fields for music and movie do not
work in the following cases.
– DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD with
sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz
are being received.
– “A. DIRECT” is selected.
• “PLII MV”, “PLIIx MV”, “PLII MS”,
“PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”, “NEO6 CIN” and
“NEO6 MUS” do not work when the
speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or 2/0.1.
• When one of the sound fields for music is
selected, no sound is output from the
subwoofer if all the speakers are set to
“Large” in the Speaker Settings menu.
However, the sound will be output from the
subwoofer if
– the digital input signal contains LFE
signals.
– the front or surround speakers are set to
“Small”.
– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,
“PLIIx MV”, “PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”,
“HD-D.C.S.” or “P. AUDIO” is selected.
To turn off the surround effect
for movie/music
Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select
“2CH ST.” or “A.F.D. AUTO”.
You can also press 2CH/A.DIRECT
repeatedly on the receiver to select “2CH ST.”
or press A.F.D. repeatedly on the receiver to
select “A.F.D. AUTO”.
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Using the Sound
Using the Advanced Auto
Optimizer function
The Sound Optimizer lets you enjoy clear and
dynamic sound at low volume levels. It
automatically calibrates the sound which
cannot be heard well when you turn down the
volume level. After Auto Calibration is
performed, the sound level is optimized to suit
your environment.
SOUND
OPTIMIZER
Press SOUND OPTIMIZER to select
“S. OPT. ON”.
The Sound Optimizer function is activated.
The Sound Optimizer is set to on and off as
you press SOUND OPTIMIZER.
Note
This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is
being used.
Volume function
This receiver can adjust the volume
automatically depending on the input signal or
content from the connected equipment.
This function is useful, for example, when the
sound of a commercial is louder than the TV
programs.
AMP
AUTO
VOL
Press AMP, then press AUTO VOL
to select “A. VOL ON”.
The Advanced Auto Volume function is set to
on and off as you press AUTO VOL.
Notes
• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you turn
on/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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Resetting sound fields to
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.
Using Network Features
About the network
functions of the receiver
• You can enjoy audio content which has been
stored on a DLNA-compliant device (DLNA
CERTIFIED™ Products) that has an
authorized DLNA logo displayed on the
device (page 69).
• You can use the receiver as a device
equivalent to a UPnP media renderer on your
home network.
• With an Internet connection, you can listen
to music services (page 71) and update the
software of the receiver.
• You can listen to the same music at the same
time in different rooms through the PARTY
STREAMING function.
• You can register Media Remote devices to
control the receiver.
• You can playback audio content on iOS
devices or an iTunes Library with AirPlay.
About DLNA
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a
standard organization made up of
manufacturers of various products, such as
servers (computers, etc.), AV equipment, and
mobile computing devices which exchange
content (music, photos, and videos). DLNA
decides upon standards and publishes an
authorized logo to be displayed on devices
which support DLNA standards.
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Setting up the server
To listen to audio content stored on your server
with this receiver, you need to set up the server
in advance. The following server devices are
compatible with this receiver.
• Sony VAIO Media plus 1.3, 1.4, 2.0, and 2.1
• Sony HDD Network Audio System
NAS-S500HDE*, NAS-S55HDE*
• Sony Network AV receiver
STR-DA6400ES*, TA-DA5600ES*
• Microsoft Windows Media Player 12
installed on Windows 7 (page 66)
• Microsoft Windows Media Player 11
installed on Windows Vista/Windows XP
(page 67)
* Not available in some countries or regions.
If the server has a function that limits access
from other devices, you must change the
setting on the server to allow the receiver to
access it.
This section explains how to set up Windows
Media Player when using it as a server.
For details on the settings of other server
devices, refer to the operating instructions or
help of the respective devices or applications.
Note
The items displayed on the computer may be
different from the ones shown below, depending on
the version of the operating system or the computer
environment. For details, refer to Help for your
operating system.
1 Go to [Start] – [Control Panel].
2 Select [View network status
and tasks] under [Network and
Internet].
The [Network and Sharing Center]
window appears.
Tip
If the item you want does not appear on the
display, try to change the display type of the
Control Panel.
3 Select [Public network] under
[View your active networks].
If the display shows other than
[Public Network], go to step 6.
The [Set Network Location] window
appears.
When using Windows 7
This section explains how to set up
manufacturer-installed Windows Media
Player 12 for Windows 7.
For details on how to operate Windows Media
Player 12, refer to Help for Windows Media
Player 12.
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[Work network] according to
the environment in which the
receiver is used.
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5 Follow the instructions that
appear on the display
according to the environment
in which the receiver is used.
When the settings are completed, confirm
that the item under [View your active
networks] is changed to [Home network]
or [Work network] in the [Network and
Sharing Center] window.
9 Select [Allow all].
The [Allow All Media Devices] window
opens. If all the devices in the local
network are set to [Allowed], select [OK]
and close the window.
6 Select [Change advanced
sharing settings].
7 Select [Choose media
streaming options…] from
[Media streaming].
8 If [Media streaming is not
turned on] appears on the
[Media streaming options]
window, select [Turn on media
streaming].
10Select [Allow all computers and
media devices].
11Select [OK] to close the
window.
12Refresh the server list.
After you finish setting up Windows
Media Player 12, refresh the server list of
the receiver and select this server from the
server list. For details on selecting a
server, see “To refresh the server list”
(page 69).
When using Windows Vista/XP
This section explains how to set up Windows
Media Player 11 installed on Windows Vista/
*.
XP
For details on how to operate Windows Media
Player 11, refer to Help for Windows Media
Player 11.
* Windows Media Player 11 is not manufacturer-
installed on Windows XP. Access the Microsoft
website, download the installer, and then install
Windows Media Player 11 on your computer.
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1 Go to [Start] – [All Programs].
6 Check [Private] and select
[Next].
2 Select [Windows Media Player].
Windows Media Player 11 starts up.
3 Select [Media Sharing…] from
the [Library] menu.
If you are using Windows XP, go to step
9.
4 When is displayed, select
[Networking…].
The [Network and Sharing Center]
window appears.
5 Select [Customize].
7 Confirm that [Location type] is
changed to [Private], and select
[Close].
8 Confirm that [(Private network)]
is displayed on the [Network
and Sharing Center] window,
and close the window.
9 If [Share my media] in the
[Media Sharing] window that is
displayed in step 3 is not
checked, check [Share my
media], then select [OK].
A list of connectable devices is displayed.
10Select [Settings…] that appears
beside [Share my media to:].
The [Set Network Location] window
appears.
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11Check [Allow new devices and
computers automatically] and
select [OK].
Note
Uncheck this item after you confirm that the
receiver can be connected to the server and
play audio content stored on the server.
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12Refresh the server list.
T
After you finish setting up Windows
Media Player 11, refresh the server list of
the receiver and select this server from the
server list. For details on selecting a
server, see “To refresh the server list”
(page 69).
To refresh the server list
When you add a new server to the home
network, or when you cannot find the server
you want on the list, refresh the server list.
1 While the server list is displayed, press
TOOLS/OPTIONS.
2 Select “Refresh”, then press .
The refreshed server list appears.
Tip
The receiver keeps a history of the last five
connected servers and these servers appear at the top
of the server list. Up to 20 servers can be displayed
in a server list.
To delete a server from the
server list
While the server list is displayed, select
1
the server you want to delete, then
press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
The option menu appears.
2 Select “Delete”, then press .
The confirmation display appears on the
TV screen.
3 Select “OK”, then press .
“Complete!” appears, and the selected
server is deleted.
Note
Even if you delete the server from the server list, the
server will appear in the list again if the receiver
finds it on the network (such as when you refresh the
server list).
Enjoying audio content
stored on the server
You can play back audio content stored on the
server using the receiver in MP3, Linear PCM,
WMA and AAC* formats. Audio content with
DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright
protection cannot be played on this receiver.
* The receiver can play AAC files with the extension
of “.m4a”, “.mp4” or “.3gp” only.
Server
This receiver
SHIFT
HOME
NETWORK
ALPHABE
SEARCH
DISPLAY
V/v/B/b,
RETURN/
EXIT O
N
X
TOOLS/
OPTIONS
MENU
x
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1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Music”, then press
or b.
3 Select “HOME NETWORK”,
then press .
The server list appears on the TV screen.
If the last selected item (playlist, album,
folder, etc.) appears on the TV screen,
press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly
until the server list appears.
When “No Server” appears, or when the
server on the list is not available, press
TOOLS/OPTIONS. Select “Refresh”,
then press . The refreshed server list
appears.
Tip
You can also use HOME NETWORK button
on the remote control to select the Home
Network function directly.
4 Select the server which holds
the content you want to play
back.
The content list appears on the TV screen.
Note
If the server device supports the Wake-on-LAN
standard, the receiver turns the server on
automatically. If the server does not support the
Wake-on-LAN standard, turn on the server in
advance. For details on settings or operations
of Wake-on-LAN of your server, refer to the
operating instructions or help of your server.
5 Select the item (playlist, album,
folder, etc.) you want, then
press .
If another item appears, repeat this step to
narrow down the choices until the item
you want appears. The items that are
displayed depend on the connected server.
6 Select the track you want, then
press .
Playback starts.
Make sure that sound is being output from
the speakers of the receiver.
Notes
• Tracks that the receiver cannot play appear on the
TV screen as well. You cannot sort a list of
playable tracks.
• “!” appears at the top of a track name that cannot be
played on the receiver, and is skipped during
playback.
• Play is not resumed from the last selected item if
you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• The receiver may take time to display items when
browsing a folder that contains a large amount of
audio content. In this case, use the Keyword Search
(page 80).
Tips
• If you select a folder (such as an artist folder, genre
folder, etc.), then press the N button, the receiver
plays all items in the selected folder.
• The receiver resumes from the last selected item
when the function is changed to Home Network
function, until the receiver is turned off. When
“Network Standby” is set to “On”, play resumes
from the last selected item, even if you turned off
the receiver.
To check the copyright
protection
This receiver cannot play back files in WMA
format with DRM copyright protection.
If a WMA file cannot be played back on this
receiver, check the property of that file on your
computer to see whether the file is DRMcopyrighted.
Open the folder or volume where the WMA
file is stored and right-click the file to display
the [Properties] window. If there is a [License]
tab, the file is DRM-copyrighted and cannot be
played back on this receiver.
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To operate Home Network
function using the remote
control
ToDo the following
Pause playback*Press X during playback.
Stop playbackPress x.
Go to beginning of
the current track,
previous/next track
Reselect the item
you want to play
Search the item you
want using a
keyword
Change the serverWhile playback is stopped,
Select Repeat Play Press SHIFT, then press
Select Shuffle Play Press SHIFT, then press
* Depending on the server or track, pause playback
may not work when the Home Network function is
selected.
Press N to resume playback.
Press ./> repeatedly.
Press RETURN/EXIT O or
B repeatedly until the
directory you want appears.
Or press TOOLS/OPTIONS,
select “Server List”, then
select the item you want.
To return to the playback
display, press TOOLS/
OPTIONS and select “Now
Playing”.
While selecting the contents
in the server, press SHIFT,
then press ALPHABET
SEARCH, and then enter a
keyword (page 80).
press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
Select “Server List”, then
press . Select the server
you want, then press .
REPEAT repeatedly until
or appears on the TV
screen.
SHUFFLE repeatedly until
“SHUF” appears on the TV
screen.
Enjoying Sony
Entertainment Network
(SEN)
You can listen to music services offered on the
Internet with this receiver (SEN function).
To use this function, the receiver must be
connected to the network and the network
must be connected to the Internet. For details,
see “6: Connecting to the network” (page 35).
Visit the website below for more information
on the SEN:
http://
www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com
SEN
This receiver
Note
Before using music services, you may have to
register your receiver depending on the service
provider. For details on registration, visit the
customer support site of the service provider.
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SHIFT
RETURN/
EXIT O
Numeric
buttons
ENT/MEM
ALPHABET
SEARCH/
SEN
V/v/B/b,
TOOL S/
OPTIONS
MENU
5 Select the folder or station you
want, then press .
•Press V/v to select the item.
• Press to go to the next directory, or
to listen to the station.
• Press RETURN/EXIT O to go to the
previous directory.
Note
If “No Service” appears and you cannot obtain a
service provider list, press TOOLS/OPTIONS and
select “Refresh”.
Tip
The receiver displays the last selected service or
station when the function is changed to SEN
function, until the receiver is turned off. When
“Network Standby” is set to “On”, the last selected
service or station is displayed even if you turned off
the receiver.
The following steps explain how to select
“vTuner” as an example of music services
offered on the Internet.
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Music”, then press
or b.
3 Select “SEN”, then press .
The service provider list appears on the
TV screen. If the receiver automatically
displays the last selected service or
station, press RETURN/EXIT O
repeatedly until the service provider list
appears.
Tip
You can also use SEN button on the remote
control to select the SEN function directly.
4 Select “vTuner”, then press .
To operate SEN function using
the remote control
ToDo the following
Change the station
or service
Use various
functions while the
receiver is selecting
or playing a station
or service
Select the service
options
Search the item you
want using a
keyword
View the available
information
Press RETURN/EXIT O to
return to the service provider
list, then select the service
again.
To return to the playback
display again, press TOOLS/
OPTIONS and select “Now
Playing”.
Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. The
item displayed may vary
according to the selected item
or directory.
While selecting or playing the
contents in the service, press
TOOLS/OPTIONS. Select
“Service Options”, then press
. The contents of the
service option vary depending
on the selected services.
While selecting the contents
in the server, press SHIFT,
then press ALPHABET
SEARCH, and then enter a
keyword (page 80).
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to
view the artist name, album
name, etc.
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Presetting stationsEnjoying a variety of music
You can store up to 20 stations as your favorite
stations.
1 Select the station you want to
preset.
2 During reception, press SHIFT,
then press ENT/MEM.
The preset memory list appears.
3 Select a preset number, then
press .
4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store
another station.
To listen to the preset station
Select “ Music” from the menu, then
1
press or b.
2 Select “SEN”, then press .
The service provider list appears on the TV
screen. If the receiver automatically
displays the last selected station, press
RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until the
service provider list appears.
3 Select “Preset”, then press .
“Preset” appears at the top of the service
provider list.
4 Select the preset station you want, then
press .
Note
There may be some stations that cannot be preset,
depending on the service providers. If you try to
preset such a station, “Not Available” appears on the
display.
Tip
Use the numeric buttons to select the preset station.
Press SHIFT, then press the numeric button that
corresponds to the preset number, then press to
select the preset station directly.
services
You can enjoy listening to the content of a
variety of music services offered on the
Internet.
Visit the website below for more information
on music services, how to enjoy services, and
the registration code of the receiver.
http://munlimited.com/home
Checking the registration code
You may be required to enter the registration
code of the receiver when you enjoy a new
music service.
1 Select “ Music” from the menu, then
press or b.
2 Select “SEN”, then press .
The service provider list appears on the TV
screen. If the receiver automatically
displays the last selected service or station,
press RETURN/EXIT O repeatedly until
the service provider list appears.
3 Select “Registration Code”, then press
.
The registration code of the receiver
appears.
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Using the PARTY
STREAMING function
* Available PARTY STREAMING-compliant
devices may differ depending on the countries or
regions. For details on available devices, contact
your nearest Sony dealers.
Audio contents currently being played back on
this receiver can be also played back on all
devices corresponding to the PARTY
STREAMING function on your home network
at the same time.
If you encounter an interruption when using a
wireless connection, connect your receiver to
the router with a wired connection.
While PARTY streaming, a device called a
“PARTY host” starts a PARTY and streams
music, and a device called a “PARTY guest”
joins a PARTY and receives music from the
“PARTY host”.
Before using the PARTY STREAMING
function, make sure that “PARTY
STREAMING” is set to “On” (page 99).
PARTY guest
PARTY host
SHIFT
PARTY guest
PARTY guest
Starting a PARTY
You can start a PARTY so that other devices
that support the PARTY STREAMING
function can play the same music even though
they are in different rooms.
1 Make sure the PARTY guest
devices are turned on and
ready to join a PARTY.
2 Play the sound source you
want.
Audio content of all the sound sources on
this receiver can be streamed.
Notes
• Only audio contents on this receiver can be
streamed. During PARTY host, video signals
are not output to the TV, and audio signals
will downmix to 2 channel. In this case, you
can only select “2CH ST.” as sound field.
• When you start a PARTY as PARTY host,
you may face a time gap between the audio
output and visual display in the following
cases.
– The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function
is used.
– The video output of the equipment is
connected to the TV and the audio output is
connected to the digital or analog audio
input jacks on the receiver.
• Sources with copyright protection may not be
streamed.
PARTY
You can enjoy the PARTY STREAMING
function with other devices* that have this
PARTY STREAMING logo shown below.
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3 Press SHIFT, then hold down
PARTY until “START PARTY”
appears.
The receiver starts PARTY streaming as a
PARTY host.
You can also use PARTY on the receiver
to start a party.
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To close a PARTY
Press SHIFT, then hold down PARTY until
“CLOSE PARTY” appears.
You can also use PARTY on the receiver to
close a party.
Joining a PARTY
The receiver can join a PARTY that has been
started by another device so that you can enjoy
the same audio content being played in a
different room.
Streaming music from
iTunes with AirPlay
Using a wireless network, you can play back
audio content on iOS devices such as an
iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or an iTunes Library
on your PC with this receiver.
PC
While the PARTY host device is
having a PARTY, press SHIFT, then
press PARTY.
“JOIN PARTY” appears, and the receiver
joins the PARTY as a PARTY guest.
To leave a PARTY
Press SHIFT, then press PARTY.
“LEAVE PARTY” appears, and the receiver
leaves a PARTY.
Notes
• You cannot join a PARTY in the following cases:
– you have a PARTY on this receiver.
– you have already joined another PARTY.
• If you press PARTY when no PARTY is started,
but a device complying with PARTY
STREAMING function is playing, the device will
be the PARTY host, and the receiver will join the
PARTY as a PARTY guest.
• The PARTY guest device function automatically
switches to HOME NETWORK when the device
joins a PARTY. Even if the PARTY guest device
leaves the PARTY, the function remains as HOME
NETWORK.
Tip
If “Network Standby” is set to “On”, the receiver
turns on and joins the PARTY automatically when
the PARTY host device starts the PARTY.
iPhone/
iPod touch/
iPad
Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad
models
iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch
(2nd, 3rd or 4th generation), iPad, iPad2 with
iOS 4.2 or later, and Mac or PC with iTunes
10.1 or later.
Notes
• Refer to “Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models”
on this page for details on the supported versions of
iOS or iTunes.
• Update iOS or iTunes to the latest version before
using with the receiver.
• Refer to the operating instructions of your device
for details on operating iOS devices, iTunes or
AirPlay.
• You cannot use this receiver as a PARTY host
while using the AirPlay function.
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1 Tap/click on the icon at
bottom right of the iOS device
screen or iTunes window.
[iOS device]
[iTunes]
[iTunes]
3 Start playing back audio
content on an iOS device or on
iTunes.
AirPlay is selected as a function of the
receiver automatically.
Tip
If the playback does not start, perform the process
again from step 1.
To confirm/edit the device name
See “To assign the device name” (page 100)
for instructions on how to rename the device.
2 Select “STR-DN1030” on the
AirPlay menu of iTunes or your
iOS device.
[iOS device]
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To control AirPlay playback
You can use the MASTER VOL +/– or
2 +/–, N, X, x, ., and > buttons.
Operation from the receiver and the remote
control is active only when the receiver is
selected as the device for output.
When you use iTunes, set an iOS device to
accept control from this receiver and the
remote control when you want to use this
receiver and the remote control to operate an
iOS device.
Note
The SHUFFLE and REPEAT buttons on the remote
control do not work during AirPlay function.
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Tips
• The most recent control command to the receiver is
given priority. The receiver starts playing back
audio content of another device when it accepts
control from that AirPlay-equipped device, even if
this receiver is being used for AirPlay with the
original device.
• The very loud sound may output from this receiver
when you set the volume too loud using iOS
devices or iTunes.
• For details on the use of iTunes, refer to the Help
of iTunes.
• The volume level of iOS devices or iTunes may not
be able to be linked with the volume level of this
receiver.
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Settings”, then
press or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Select “Network”, then press
.
4 Select “Software Update”, then
press .
Updating the software
By downloading the latest version of the
software, you can take advantage of the newest
functions. The receiver accesses the Sony
server to update the software.
If a new update is available, “[New Software]
Perform Software Update.” appears on the TV
screen and “UPDATE” appears on the display
panel when you are connected to the Internet
and using the Home Network or SEN function.
Make sure that other equipment connected to
the receiver is stopped before updating the
software.
For details on software update available, refer
to the customer support site (page 126).
Notes
• Make sure not to turn off the receiver, disconnect
the network cable or perform any operation on the
receiver while the updating operation is in
progress.
• If you try to update the software when the Sleep
Timer is on, the Sleep Timer will turn off
automatically.
5 Select “Update”, then press
.
The receiver starts checking the available
software update.
6 When “Found latest update.”
appears on the TV screen,
press .
If the update is not available, “No update
required.” appears.
7 Select “OK”, then press .
A message that confirms whether or not
you agree to the terms of the software
update appears. Confirm the message and
also read the “END-USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT FOR SONY
SOFTWARE” (page 131), then press .
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8 Select “Agree”, then press .
The receiver starts to update the software
and the GUI MODE is turned off
automatically. The ON/STANDBY
indicator on the front panel flashes during
the update. It may take a while (about
40 minutes at the longest) for the receiver
to finish the update. The required time
will depend on the amount of data in the
updates, the line type of the network, the
network communication environment,
etc.
“Complete!” appears after the software
update is finished.
Changes or adjustments made to the
settings are now reset to the defaults.
Note
If one of the below conditions appears, the
software update has error.
– The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in
quick succession.
– “ERROR” appears on the display panel.
– No indicator lights up on the display panel or
the ON/STANDBY indicator lights off.
– The receiver does not finish the update after
40 minutes and “UPDATING” keep on
flashes on the display panel.
Unplug the power cord, and then plug in the
power cord again. The receiver will try to
update the software. If the condition continues,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
To cancel the procedure
Select “Cancel” in step 7.
To go back to the previous
screen
Press RETURN/EXIT O before the receiver
starts the software update.
You cannot go back to the previous screen
when the update starts.
Network features message list
Network settings
Message and explanation
Connection Fail
The receiver has failed to connect the network.
Input Error!
The entered values are incorrect or invalid.
Not in Use
An operation that is currently prohibited is being
performed.
Not Supported
The access point device does not support the
WPS-PIN code method.
Home Network
Message and explanation
Cannot Connect
The receiver cannot be connected to the selected
server.
Cannot Get Info
The receiver cannot retrieve information on the
server or contents.
Cannot JOIN
The receiver has failed to join a PARTY.
Cannot Play
The receiver cannot play audio files due to an
unsupported file format or playback restrictions.
Cannot START
The receiver has failed to start a PARTY.
Data Error
You tried to play an unplayable file.
Device Full!
You cannot register any more devices to the device
list.
Initialize
The receiver is performing a factory default setting
to Network function.
No Server
There is no server on the network that the receiver
can connect to. Try refreshing the server list
(page 69).
No Track
There is no playable file in the selected folder on the
server.
Not Found
There is no item on the server that matches a
keyword.
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Message and explanation
Not in Use
An operation that is currently prohibited is being
performed.
SEN
Message and explanation
Cannot Connect
The receiver cannot be connected to the server.
Cannot Get Data
The receiver cannot obtain content from the server.
Cannot Play
The receiver cannot play a service or station due to
an unsupported file format or playback restrictions.
Data Error
• You tried to play an unplayable file.
• The receiver does not recognize the data on the
server.
Need Software update
The service is not available in the current version of
the receiver software.
Visit the website below for more information on the
software update:
http://munlimited.com/home
No Preset
There is no station stored on the receiver for the
selected preset number.
No Service
There is no service provider.
No Station
There is no station in the selected service.
Not Available
• The selected service is not available.
• An operation that is currently unavailable is being
performed.
Not in Use
An operation that is currently prohibited is being
performed.
Software update
Message and explanation
Cannot connect
The receiver cannot access to the server to
download the latest version of the software. Enter
the settings menu and update the software again
(page 77).
Can’t download
The receiver failed downloading the update data
while performing the software update. Enter the
settings menu and update the software again
(page 77).
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Searching for an item
using a keyword
When a list is displayed on the TV screen
(such as artist list, a track list, etc.), you can
enter a keyword to search for an item you
want.
Searching by keywords is available only when
the Home Network or SEN function is
selected.
2 Press SHIFT, then press the
numeric/text buttons to enter a
keyword.
A keyword can be up to 15 characters.
Note
Enter a keyword that will match the letters or a
word at the beginning of the name or title of the
item you want to search for. When the receiver
searches for an item, “The” at the beginning of
a name and the following space will be
ignored.
SHIFT
1 Press SHIFT, then press
ALPHABET SEARCH while an
item list (artist list, track list,
etc.) is displayed on the TV
screen.
The keyword input display appears on the
TV screen.
Numeric/
text buttons
ALPHABET
SEARCH
V/v/B/b,
3 Press .
An item that matches the keyword
appears. If the item appears is not the one
you are searching for, press
display the previous/next item.
B/b to
4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 until you
find the item you want, then
press .
5 Select the track you want, then
press .
Playback starts.
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Using Bluetooth Features
About the Bluetooth
wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range
wireless technology that enables wireless data
communication between digital devices.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within
a range of about 10 meters (33 feet).
You do not need to use a cable for connection,
nor is it necessary for the devices to face one
another, such is the case with infrared
technology.
Bluetooth st and ard is an international standard
supported by thousands of companies all over
the world, and employed by various
companies worldwide.
About the Bluetooth
functions of the receiver
Notes
• To be able to use the Bluetooth function, the
Bluetooth device to be connected requires the same
profile as the receiver’s.
Note also that even if the same profile exists,
devices may vary in function depending on their
specifications.
• Due to the characteristic of Bluetooth wireless
technology, the sound played on this receiver is
slightly delayed from the sound played on the
Bluetooth device during listening to the music.
Listening to music of a
Bluetooth device
You can play music of a Bluetooth device via
this receiver after pair and connect the
Bluetooth device with the receiver.
Using Bluetooth Features
Communication System and
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles
of this receiver
Profile is standardization of the function for
each Bluetooth device specification. This
receiver supports the following Bluetooth
version and profiles:
Communication System:
Bluetooth Specification version 2.1 + EDR*
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles:
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile): Receiving audio content of highquality.
Check the websites for the latest information
about compatible Bluetooth devices with
URLs listed under “About support
information” (page 126).
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Pairing the receiver with a
Bluetooth device
Pairing is an operation where Bluetooth
devices register with each other beforehand.
Use the procedure below to pair the receiver
with your Bluetooth device. Once a pairing
operation is performed, it does not need to be
performed again. If pairing is already
completed, proceed to “Playing music of a
Bluetooth device” (page 83).
Note
When establishing a connection with this
receiver, select the audio profile (A2DP,
AVRCP) at the Blueto oth device. If the
Bluetooth device does not support the AVRCP
profile, you cannot perform playback or other
operations with this receiver (page 81).
5 Select “STR-DN1030” on the
Bluetooth device display.
If “STR-DN1030” is not displayed,
repeat from step 1.
BLUETOOTH
1 Place the Bluetooth device
within 1 meter (3.3 feet) from
this receiver.
2 Press BLUETOOTH to select
Bluetooth function.
3 Hold down BLUETOOTH for 2
seconds to activate the pairing
mode of the receiver.
“Pairing ready” appears on the TV screen
and “BLUETOOTH” flashes quickly on
the display panel. Perform step 4 within 5
minutes, otherwise pairing will be
canceled. In this case, repeat this step.
4 Perform pairing on the
Bluetooth device to detect this
receiver.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your Bluetooth device.
A list of detected devices may appears on
the Bluetooth device display depending
on the type of Bluetooth device. This
receiver is displayed as “STR-DN1030”.
6 If passkey* is required on the
display of the Bluetooth device,
enter “0000”.
7 Once pairing is completed,
connect this receiver with the
Bluetooth device.
Depending on the device, connection is
automatically made along with the
pairing. Once the connection is
established, the device name appears on
the TV screen and “BLUETOOTH”
lights up on the display panel.
* Passkey may be called “Passcode”, “PIN code”,
“PIN number” or “Password”.
Notes
• If pairing is not successful, “Cancel” appears on
the TV screen. Repeat steps 1 to 6.
• The receiver only supports numerical passkey up to
4 digits.
• You can pair up to 9 Bluetooth devices with this
receiver. If 10th Bluetooth device is paired, the
least recently connected device will be replaced by
the new one.
• To pair with other Bluetooth devices, repeats steps
1 to 6.
• To delete all pairing information, see “Clear
History” (page 101).
To cancel pairing operation
Hold down BLUETOOTH after step 3.
“Cancel” appears on the TV screen.
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Playing music of a Bluetooth
device
You can operate a Bluetooth device by
connecting the receiver and a Bluetooth device
using AVRCP.
Check the following before playing music:
– The Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth
device is turned on.
– Pairing has been completed.
1 Press BLUETOOTH to select
Bluetooth function.
The receiver automatically connects to
the last connected Bluetooth device.
If you cannot connect with a last
connected Bluetooth device, press
BLUETOOTH on the receiver.
Once the connection is established,
proceed to step 3.
2 Establish a connection from
the Bluetooth device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your Bluetooth device.
3 Start playback from the
Bluetooth device.
You can also press N on the remote
control.
4 Adjust the volume.
Press MASTER VOL +/– or 2 +/–
(or MASTER VOLUME on the receiver).
Note
Depending on the type of Bluetooth device,
you can adjust the volume using the controls of
the Bluetooth device.
Notes
• Once the connection is established, the device
name appears on the TV screen and
“BLUETOOTH” lights up on the display panel.
• To disconnect from a Bluetooth device, press
BLUETOOTH on the receiver. You can also
disconnect from a Bluetooth device. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of your Bluetooth
device.
• While connected to a Bluetooth device, this
receiver cannot be detected and a connection
cannot be established from another Bluetooth
device.
• If you cannot connect with a paired Bluetooth
device, perform the pairing operation between the
receiver and the Bluetooth device again.
• If the input has been set to “BLUETOOTH” when
you turn on the receiver, the receiver automatically
connects to the last connected Bluetooth device.
To operate the Bluetooth device
using the remote control
b
B•/•
N
PressOperation
N*Starts play.
XPauses play.
xStops play.
m/MFast reverses or forwards.
./>Goes to the previous/next file.
bGoes to the previous/next album.
B•/•
* If no Bluetooth device is connected and you press
N, the receiver automatically connects to the last
connected Bluetooth device and play back the
music.
Note
These operations may not be available for certain
Bluetooth devices. In addition, the actual operations
may differ depending on the connected Bluetooth
device.
./>
m/M
x
X
To check the information of a
connected Bluetooth device
You can check the Bluetooth device
information by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
will change cyclically as follows:
Bluetooth device name t Bluetooth device
address t Sound field currently applied t
Volume level t Input you selected
Using Bluetooth Features
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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 85)
• System Audio Control (page 86)
• System Power-Off (page 86)
• Scene Select (page 87)
• Home Theatre Control (page 87)
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function
standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) for HDMI (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface).
We recommend that you connect the receiver
to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.
Notes
• You may use “One Touch Play”, “System Audio
Control”, and “System Power-Off” function with
non-Sony equipment. However, compatibility with
all non-Sony equipment is not guaranteed.
• “Scene Select” and “Home Theatre Control”
features are Sony proprietary functions. They
cannot operate with non-Sony equipment.
• Equipment not compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync
cannot activate these features.
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 84).
• 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 85).
If your TV is compatible with the
“Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”
function
1
Connect the receiver, TV and playback
equipment via HDMI connection
(page 26, 27).
(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. During the
setup, “SCANNING” flashes on the
display panel. Wait until “COMPLETE”
appears. The setup is complete.
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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,
MENU
1
Press MENU.
The menu is displayed 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
b.
5 Select “ON”, then press .
The Control for HDMI function is set to on.
6 Press GUI MODE to exit the GUI menu.
7 Select the HDMI input of the receiver
and TV to match the HDMI input of the
connected equipment, so that the
image from the connected equipment is
displayed.
8 Set the Control for HDMI function for
the connected equipment to on.
If the Control for HDMI function for the
connected equipment is already set to on,
you do not need to change the setting.
9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for other
equipment that you want to use the
Control for HDMI function.
For details on setting the TV and connected
equipment, refer to the operating
instructions of the respective equipment.
Notes
• When you unplug the HDMI cable or change the
connection, perform the steps given in “If your TV
is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy
Setting” function” (page 84) or “If your TV is not
compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy
Setting” function” (page 85).
• 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
of the playback equipment.
• 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.
Playing back equipment
with one-touch operation
(One-Touch Play)
When you start playback the equipment
connected to the receiver via an HDMI
connection, the receiver and TV operation are
simplified as follow:
Receiver and TV
Turns on (if in standby mode)
Switches to appropriate HDMI input
If you set “Pass Through” to “AUTO” or
“ON” (page 98), then set the receiver to
standby mode, sound and image can be output
only from the TV.
Notes
• Be sure that the System Audio Control function is
set to on using TV menu.
• Depending on the TV, the start of the content may
not appear.
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• 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.
Notes
• If System Audio Control does not function
according to your TV setting, refer to the operating
instructions of the TV.
• When “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON”, the “Audio
Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set
automatically based on the System Audio Control
settings (page 98).
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.
TVReceiver
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.
• When you enjoy the TV sound from the
speakers connected to the receiver, you can
adjust the volume or turn off the sound
temporarily by using the TV’s remote
control.
• 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
TV
Press TV, then press AV ?/1.
The TV, receiver and the connected equipment
are turned off.
Notes
• Set the TV power supply interlock function to on
before using the System Power-Off function. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the
TV.
• Depending on the condition of the connected
equipment, it may not be turned off. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of the connected
equipment.
• If you use the System Power-Off function with a
non-Sony TV, program the remote control
according to the maker of the TV.
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Enjoying optimum sound
field for the selected
scene
(Scene Select)
The optimum picture quality and sound field
are selected automatically according to the
scene selected on your TV.
For details on the operation, refer to the
operating instructions of the TV.
Note
The sound field may not switch depending on the
TV.
Correspondence table
Scene setting on the TVSound field
CinemaHD-D.C.S.
SportsSports
MusicLive Concert
AnimationA.F.D. Auto
PhotoA.F.D. Auto
GameA.F.D. Auto
GraphicsA.F.D. Auto
Operating the receiver
using the TV’s remote
control
(Home Theatre Control)
If a “Home Theatre Control”-compatible TV
is connected to the receiver, an icon for
Internet based applications appears on the
connected TV.
You can switch an input of the receiver or
switch sound fields by using your TV’s remote
control. You can also adjust the level of the
center speaker or the subwoofer, or adjust the
settings of “Sound Optimizer” (page 64),
“Dual Mono” (page 97), or “A/V Sync”
(page 97).
Note
To use the Home Theatre Control function, your TV
must be able to access a broadband service. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of your
TV.
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Other Operations
• ANALOG: Specifies the analog audio
signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R)
jacks.
Switching between
digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE)
When you connect equipment to both digital
and analog audio input jacks on the receiver,
you can fix the audio input mode to either of
them, or switch from one to the other,
depending on the type of material you intend
to watch.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver to select the input.
You can also use the input buttons on the
remote control.
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly
on the receiver to select the
audio input mode.
The selected audio input mode appears on
the display panel.
• AUTO: Gives priority to digital audio
signals. If there are more than one
digital connection, HDMI audio signals
have priority.
If there are no digital audio signals,
analog audio signals are selected. When
TV input is selected, priority is given to
the Audio Return Channel (ARC)
signals. If your TV is not compatible
with the ARC function, the digital
optical audio signals are selected.
If the Control for HDMI functions of
both the receiver and the TV are not
activated, the ARC does not work.
• COAX: Specifies the digital audio
signals input to the DIGITAL
COAXIAL jack.
• OPT: Specifies the digital audio signals
input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.
Notes
• Based on the input, “------” appears on the display
panel, and other modes cannot be selected.
• When “A. DIRECT” is being used, audio input is
set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select other modes.
Using other video/audio
input jacks
(Input Assign)
You can reassign video and/or audio signals to
another input jacks.
After you have reassigned the input jacks, you
can use the input button (or INPUT
SELECTOR on the receiver) to select the
equipment you connected.
Component video and digital
audio input assign
You can reassign the COMPONENT VIDEO
and DIGITAL input jacks to other input if the
default settings of the jacks do not correspond
to your connected equipment.
Example:
When you connect the DVD player to the
OPTICAL 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”.
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “Input”, then press
or b.
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3 Select the input name you want
to assign.
4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
The option menu appears.
5 Select “Input Assign”, then
press or b.
The “Input Assign” screen appears.
6 Select the video and/or audio
signals you want to assign to
the input which you selected in
step 3 using V/v/B/b.
7 Press .
Input nameBD/DVDGAMESAT/CATV VIDEO 1VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD
Assignable
video input
jacks
Assignable
audio input
jacks
* Default setting
Notes
• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically.
• One reassignment is allowed for each input.
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COMP.2aaa*aaa
CVBS––aa*a*–
NONEaa*–––a*
BD COAXa*aaaaa
SAT OPTaaa*aaa
ANALOG––aa*a*a*
NONEaa*––––
Other Operations
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Using a bi-amplifier
Using multi-zone
connection
1
Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “ Settings”, then
press or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Select “Speaker”, then press
or b.
4 Select “SP Pattern”, then press
or b.
5 Select the appropriate speaker
pattern so that there are no
surround back speakers and
front high speakers, then press
.
6 Select “SB Assign”, then press
or b.
7 Select “BI-AMP”, then press
.
The same signals output from the
SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals can be
output from the SPEAKERS
SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/
BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals.
features
You can enjoy sounds from the equipment
connected to the receiver in a zone 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.
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 zoneZone 2
STR-DN1030
A
ZONE 2 AUDIO
OUT
A Audio equipment
B IR repeater (not supplied)
C Speakers
D Sony Amplifier/Receiver
B
IR
REMOTE
IN
CC
D
B
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Operating the receiver from
zone 2
The following operations are described for
connecting an IR repeater and operating the
receiver in zone 2. When an IR repeater is not
connected, use this receiver in the main zone.
AV ?/1
Input
buttons
SOURCE
?/1
ZONE
1 Turn on the main receiver (this
receiver).
2 Turn on the receiver in zone 2.
3 Press ZONE.
The remote control switches to zone 2.
Tips
• Even when this receiver is in standby mode (press
?/1 on the remote control to turned off this
receiver), the receiver in zone 2 remains turned on.
To turn off all receivers, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 on
the remote control at the same time (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
• When the receiver is in standby mode, the
ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights
up in amber if the receiver in zone 2 is turned on.
• 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 BD/DVD, GAME, SAT/CATV, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, TV, USB, AirPlay, HOME
NETWORK, BLUETOOTH and SEN inputs 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.
• When SOURCE is selected, the audio signals from
USB, AirPlay, Home Network, Bluetooth and SEN
are not output from the ZONE 2 OUT jacks.
• You can select either “FM” or “AM” from the main
zone and zone 2. Priority is given to the choice
which has most recently been selected, even if a
different choice has already been selected in one of
the zones.
4 Press ?/1.
The zone function is activated.
5 Press the input buttons to
select the source you want.
For zone 2, only analog 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.
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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 49).
GUI MODE
V/v/B/b,
RETURN/
EXIT O
MENU
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
2 Select “ Settings” from the
menu, then press or b to
enter the menu mode.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Select the menu item you want,
then press .
Example: When you select “Auto Cal.”.
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 menuDescription
Auto Cal.Sets the speaker level or
distance and makes the
measurement automatically
(page 39).
SpeakerSets the speaker position
manually (page 94).
SurroundSelects the sound field and
adjusts the surround effect you
choose (page 96).
EQAdjusts the equalizer (bass/
treble sound) (page 97).
AudioSets various sound items
(page 97).
HDMIAdjusts settings for sound/
images from equipment
connected to the HDMI jacks
(page 98).
NetworkAdjusts settings for the
network (page 98).
BluetoothAdjusts settings for Bluetooth
(page 101).
SystemAdjusts settings for the system
of the receiver (page 102).
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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 39) or “Manual
Setup” (page 94).
x Manual Setup
Lets you adjust each speaker manually on the
“Manual Setup” screen. You can also adjust
the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is
completed.
To adjust the speaker level
You can adjust each speaker’s level (front left/
right, front left/right high, center, surround
left/right, surround back left/right,
subwoofer).
1 Select the speaker on the screen for
which you want to adjust the level, then
press .
2 Select “Lvl”.
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” in the Speaker Settings
menu. However, the sound will be output from the
subwoofer if
– the digital input signal contains LFE signals.
– the front or surround speakers are set to “Small”.
– “MULTI ST.”, “PLII MV”, “PLII MS”,
“PLIIx MV”, “PLIIx MS”, “PLIIz”, “HD-D.C.S.”
or “P. AUDIO” is selected.
To adjust the distance from the
seating position to each
speaker
You can adjust the distance from the seating
position to each speaker (front left/right, front
left/right high, center, surround left/right,
surround back left/right, subwoofer).
1 Select the speaker on the screen for
which you want to adjust the distance
from the seating position, then press
.
2 Select “Dist”.
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 surround back/front high
speakers are also automatically set to “Small”.
• If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers
are automatically set to “Large”.
x Crossover Freq (Speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
speakers that the speaker size has been set to
“Small” in the Speaker Settings menu.
Measured speaker crossover frequency is set
for each speaker after the Auto Calibration.
1 Select the speaker on the screen for
which you want to adjust the crossover
frequency, then press .
2 Adjust the value, then press .
x Test Tone
Lets you select the test tone type on the “Test
Tone” screen.
Tips
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time,
press MASTER VOL +/– or
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
• The adjusted value is shown on the TV screen
during adjustment.
2 +/–. You can also
To output test tone from each
speaker
You can output test tone from the speakers in
sequence.
1 Select “Test Tone”, then press or b.
2 Adjust the parameter, then press .
•OFF
• AUTO: The test tone is output from each
speaker in sequence.
• FL, CNT, FR, SR, SB*, SBR, SBL, SL, LH, RH, SW: You can select which
speakers will output the test tone.
* “SB” appears when only one surround back
speaker is connected.
3 Adjust the speaker level, then press
.
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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.
Tip
“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
Sound Effects” (page 61).
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.
1
Select “HD-D.C.S.”, then press or
b.
2 Select the effect type you want, then
press .
HD-D.C.S. has three different types:
Dynamic, Theater 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: This setting is suitable for an
environment which is reverberant but
lacks a spacious feeling (where sound
absorption is not sufficient). It
emphasizes the reflection of sound and
reproduces the sound of a large, classical
movie theater. Thus, the spacious feeling
of a dubbing theater is emphasized and a
unique acoustic field is created.
• Theater: This setting is suitable for a
general living room. It reproduces the
reverberation of sound just like in a movie
theater (dubbing theater). It is most
appropriate for watching content
recorded on a Blu-ray Disc when you
want the atmosphere of a movie theater.
• Studio: This setting is suitable for a
living room with the appropriate sound
equipment. It reproduces the
reverberation of sound provided when a
theatrical sound source is remixed for a
Blu-ray Disc to a volume level suitable
for home use. The level of reflection and
reverberation of sound is kept to the
minimum. However, dialogues and
surround effects are reproduced vividly.
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EQ Settings menu
You can use the following parameters to adjust
the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of front
speakers.
• Bass
• Treble
BassTreble
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.
– “FM TUNER” or “AM TUNER” input is selected.
– 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.
– During network function, signals with a sampling
frequency of other than 44.1 kHz is 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.
This function is useful when you use a large
LCD or plasma monitor or a projector.
• 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.
Notes
• This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is
being used.
• The delay time may vary depending on audio
format, sound field, speaker pattern and speaker
distance settings.
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.
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HDMI Settings menu
You can adjust 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 84).
• ON
• OFF
Notes
• When you set “Ctrl for HDMI” to “ON”, “Audio
Out” may be changed automatically.
• When the receiver is in standby mode, the
ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel lights
up in amber if “Ctrl for HDMI” is set to “ON”.
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 in 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.
x Audio Out
Lets you set the HDMI audio signals output
from the playback equipment connected to the
receiver via an HDMI connection.
• AMP: The HDMI audio signals from the
playback equipment are only output to the
speakers connected to the receiver. Multi
channel sound can be played back as it is.
Note
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s
speaker when “Audio Out” is set to “AMP”.
• TV+AMP: The sound is output from TV’s
speaker and the speakers connected to the
receiver.
Notes
• The sound quality of the playback 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 a video
equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be
output from the receiver. In this case, select
“AMP”.
Network Settings menu
You can adjust the settings for the network.
The Network Settings menu is available only
when the Home Network or SEN function is
selected.
x Settings
Lets you make the network settings. For
details, see “Configuring the network settings
of the receiver” (page 44).
• Wireless LAN Settings
• Wired LAN Settings
x Information
Lets you check the network information for
the network.
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To check the network
information
1
Select “Information”, then press .
2 Select the setting item you want to
check, then press .
The current setting information appears on
the TV screen.
You can check the settings* for
“Connection”, “SSID”, “Security Setup”,
“IP Settings”, “IP Address”, “Subnet
Mask”, “Default Gateway”, “DNS
Settings”, “Primary DNS”, “Secondary
DNS”, “Proxy Settings”, “Proxy Address”,
“Port Number” and “MAC Address”.
* The setting items during setup differ depending
on the network environment and connection
type.
x PARTY STREAMING
Lets you set the receiver to use the PARTY
STREAMING function.
1 Select “PARTY STREAMING”, then
press .
2 Select “On” or “Off”, then press .
• On: The receiver can be detected by
other devices on the home network.
The receiver can start or close a PARTY,
and can join or leave a PARTY.
• Off: The receiver can be detected by
other devices on the home network.
However, the receiver cannot start or
close a PARTY, and cannot join or leave
a PARTY.
x Access Settings
Lets you set access restriction or permission
for the devices on the device list.
To set the auto access
permission
1
Select “Access Settings”, then press
.
2 Select “Auto Access”, then press .
3 Select “Allow” or “Not Allow”, then
press .
• Allow: All the devices on the home
network are permitted to access this
receiver.
This receiver can start a PARTY as host
device and join a PARTY as a guest
device if requested.
• Not Allow: The receiver restricts a new
device that is accessing the receiver.
When connecting a new device to the
home network, add the device to the
device list, and set access permission
(page 100).
Note
Up to 20 devices can be added to the device list. If
20 devices have already been registered, “Device
Full” appears, and a new device cannot be added to
the list. In this case, delete unnecessary devices from
the list (page 100).
To add devices to the device list
Select “Access Settings”, then press
1
.
2 Select “Control Device”, then press .
The registered device list appears on the
TV screen.
3 Select “Add Device”, then press .
4 Select the device you want, then press
.
The selected device is added to the device
list. For details on setting the access
permission, see “To set access permission
for the devices” (page 100).
Adjusting Settings
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To set access permission for
the devices
You can set access permission for a device on
the device list. Only devices set to “Allow” are
recognized on the home network.
1 Select “Access Settings”, then press
.
2 Select “Control Device”, then press .
The registered device list appears on the
TV screen.
3 Select the device you want, then press
.
4 Select “Access”, then press .
5 Select “Allow” or “Not Allow”, then
press .
To delete a device from the list
Select “Delete” in step 4, then press . Select
“OK” on the confirmation display, then press .
x Media Remote Device
Registration
Lets you register your Media Remote devices.
To register the Media Remote
devices
1
Select “Media Remote Device
Registration”, then press .
2 Select “Start Registration”, then press
.
The receiver starts to detect Media Remote
device that ready for registration.
“Connecting” appears on the TV screen.
Press “Registration” on the Media Remote
device.
However, the receiver will exit the
registration if no device detected in
30 seconds.
3 Select “Finish”, then press .
To cancel the registration
Select “Cancel” in step 2, then press .
Note
Up to 5 Media Remote devices can be added to the
device list. If 5 devices have already been registered,
“Device Full” appears, and a new device cannot be
added to the list. In this case, delete unnecessary
devices from the list (page 100).
x Registered Media Remote
Devices
Lets you check the list of the registered Media
Remote devices. Only registered devices are
allow to control the receiver.
To delete registered Media
Remote devices from the device
list
Select “Registered Media Remote
1
Devices”, then press .
The registered media remote device lists
appear on the TV screen.
2 Select the device you want to delete,
then press .
3 Select “Delete”, then press .
4 Select “OK”, then press .
The selected device is deleted from the
device list.
x Device Name
Lets you assign a device name to the receiver
up to 30 characters to be easily recognizable
by other devices on the home network.
To assign the device name
1
Select “Device Name”, then press .
2 Press to select the current device
name.
3 Press SHIFT, then press numeric/text
button to enter the device name.
4 Press .
Tip
The default device name is “STR-DN1030 ******”.
“******” is the last 6 digits of MAC Address of the
receiver.
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