Sony STR-DN2010 User Manual

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Multi Channel AV Receiver

4-182-049-11(1)

Operating Instructions

STR-DN2010

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 10 feet (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.

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

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

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

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

NOTE:

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

and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

CAUTION

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

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

1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.

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

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

For customers in Europe

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DN2010. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the USA model is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “European model only”.

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

On copyrights

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

Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent

#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

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

) technology.

iPod is a trademark 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.

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the 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.

“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.

“S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

VAIO is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Rhapsody and the Rhapsody logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

SHOUTcast

is a registered trademark of AOL

LLC.

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH

THE VC-1 STANDARD (“VC-1 VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE VC-1 VIDEO THAT WAS

ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN

A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL

ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED

FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO

PROVIDE VC-1 VIDEO.

NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

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

Table of Contents

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

Supplied accessories......................................8

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

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

Connections

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

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

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

4a: Connecting the video components.........25

4b: Connecting the audio components ........34

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............35

6: Inserting the wireless transmitter/

transceiver...............................................36

7: Connecting to the network ......................37

8: Connecting the AC power cord

(mains lead) ............................................39

Preparing the Receiver

Initializing the receiver................................ 39

Setting the speakers ..................................... 40

Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings

automatically (Auto Calibration)............42

Configuring the network settings of the

receiver ...................................................49

Preparing a computer to use as a server ......50

Guide to on-screen display operation ..........52

Basic Operations

Playback ......................................................54

Enjoying sound/images from the components

connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT......................................................56

Using the Sleep Timer .................................59

Recording using the receiver .......................60

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 61

Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning)....................................... 63

Receiving RDS broadcasts.......................... 64

(European model only)

Listening to Satellite Radio......................... 65

(USA model only)

Connecting a satellite radio tuner ............... 66

Preparing to listen to a satellite radio.......... 66

Selecting a channel of the satellite radio .... 67

Presetting satellite radio channels............... 69

Restricting access to specific channels

(Parental Lock) ...................................... 70

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting the sound field............................. 73

Enjoying the surround effect at low volume

levels (NIGHT MODE) ......................... 77

Resetting sound fields to the initial

settings ................................................... 77

Using Network Features

About the network functions of the

receiver................................................... 78

Enjoying content stored on the server......... 78

Using a controller........................................ 81

Listening to Rhapsody ................................ 83

(USA model only)

Listening to SHOUTcast............................. 86

Features of the Setup Manager application

software.................................................. 88

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync? .......................... 89

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync ............. 90

Playing back components with one-touch

operation (One-Touch Play)................... 91

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers

connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control) ......................... 92

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power-Off) ............................... 93

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound

field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 93

Adjusting Settings

Using the Settings menu ............................ 107

Auto Calibration menu ..............................108

Speaker Settings menu .............................. 109

Surround Settings menu ............................113

EQ Settings menu ......................................114

Audio Settings menu ................................. 114

Video Settings menu..................................116

HDMI Settings menu.................................117

Network Settings menu .............................118

System Settings menu ...............................121

Operating without connecting to a TV......122

S-AIR Operations

About S-AIR products ................................ 94

Setting up an S-AIR product....................... 95

Enjoying the system’s sound in another

room ....................................................... 98

Changing the channel

for better sound transmission ............... 100

Stabilizing S-AIR reception ...................... 101

Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the S-AIR

main unit is in standby mode ............... 102

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE) ..................................103

Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs

(Input Assign) ...................................... 104

Using a bi-amplifier connection................ 106

Using the Remote

Programming the remote ...........................130

Clearing all the contents of the remote’s

memory................................................. 135

Additional Information

Precautions ................................................135

Troubleshooting.........................................137

Specifications ............................................145

Index..........................................................148

Supplied accessories

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

• Quick Setup Guide

• GUI Menu List

• Software License Information (1)

• Setup Manager CD-ROM (1)

• VAIO Media plus CD-ROM (1)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

• Remote commander (1) – RM-AAP055 (USA model only) – RM-AAP056 (European model only)

• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAP055 (USA model only) or RM-AAP056 (European model only) Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.

Notes

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

• Do not use a new battery with old ones.

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

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

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

• When you replace the batteries, the programmed remote codes may be cleared. If this happens, program the remote codes again (page 130).

• When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones.

Description and location of parts

90q

Front panel

A ?/1 (on/standby)

Turns the receiver on or off (page 39, 63, 77).

B Remote sensor

Receives signals from remote commander.

C White indicator

Lights up when the receiver is turned on.

D MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator

Lights up when multi channel audio signals are decoded (page 139).

E Display

Displays the current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items (page 10).

F INPUT SELECTOR +/–

Selects the input source to play back (page 55, 60, 103).

G MUTING (page 55)

23 4 568

H MASTER VOLUME

Adjusts the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 55).

I VIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 32) J AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 43) K DISPLAY

Selects the information displayed on the display (page 127).

L DIMMER

Adjusts the brightness of the display.

M INPUT MODE

Selects the input mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 103).

N 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE, MUSIC

(page 73, 75)

O SPEAKERS (page 42) P PHONES jack

Connects to headphones (page 137).

Indicators on the display

12 3 4 5786

PL ll

x z

LH SW RH

SL SRS

SB RSB L

ANALOG HDMI COAX OPT

LF E

D.RANGE

Indicator and explanation

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

B Dolby Pro Logic indicators

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

PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz

Note

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

C Input indicators

Light up to indicate the current input.

ANALOG

Lights up when – no digital signal is being input. – INPUT MODE is set to “ANALOG”. – the “A. DIRECT” is being selected.

HDMI

The receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack.

COAX

Lights up when digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 103).

OPT

Lights up when digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack (page 103).

ARC

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

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

EQ RDS

SIRIUS ST

MEMCAT

ARC

D + EX DTS – HD DTS –ES

TrueHD

MSTR

96 24

NEO HI RES LBR LPCM

SLEEP

S –AIR

BI –AMP

9q;qaqsqdqg qfqh

Indicator and explanation

D Dolby Digital Surround indicators

Lights up one of the respective indicators when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals.

D D EX D+ TrueHD

Note

When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 103).

E NEO:6

Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 74).

F DTS-HD indicators

Lights up one of the respective indicators when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD format signals.

DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD HI RES

DTS-HD LBR

G S-AIR

Lights up when the S-AIR transmitter (not supplied) is inserted.

H SP A/SP B/SP A B

Lights up according to the front speaker system used (page 42). However, these indicators do not light up if the speaker output is turned off or if headphones are connected.

I BI-AMP

Lights up when surround back speakers selection is set to “BI-AMP” (page 106).

Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD

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

SPAB

Indicator and explanation

J SLEEP

Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated.

K LPCM

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

L DTS(-ES) indicators

Lights up one of the respective indicators when the receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS format signals.

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96/24

Note

When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 103).

M Tuning indicators

Lights up when the receiver tunes in radio stations, or satellite radio stations.

RDS (European model only)

A station that provides RDS services is tuned in.

CAT (USA model only)

The category mode is selected during the satellite radio operation.

MEM

A memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 63), etc., is activated.

SIRIUS (USA model only)

The SiriusConnect Home tuner is connected and “SIRIUS” is selected.

Stereo broadcast

N EQ

Lights up when the equalizer is activated.

O D.RANGE

Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 113).

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

DTS DTS-ES DTS 96 kHz/24 bit

Indicator and explanation

Q Playback channel indicators

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

LH RH L R C SL SR S

SBL SBR SB

Front Left High Front Right High Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Surround Back Left Surround Back Right Surround Back (the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding)

Example:

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

Rear panel

ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY)

COMPONENT VIDEO

9 87 7 6

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section

OPTICAL IN jacks (page 23, 29, 30, 31)

COAXIAL IN jack (page 29, 30,

31)

HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 23,

26)

B ANTENNA section

21 2 1

53 4

E S-AIR section (page 36)

EZW-T100 slot (with cover)

CAUTION

Please do not remove the slot cover until you want to install the wireless transmitter.

F SPEAKERS section (page 21)

FM ANTENNA jack (page 35)

AM ANTENNA terminals (page 35)

SIRIUS jack (USA model only) (page 66)

C DMPORT section

DMPORT jack (page 34)

D NETWORK section

LAN ports (switching hubs) (page 38)

G AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

White (L)

Red (R)

Black

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks (page 23, 34)

AUDIO OUT jack (page 21)

H VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT

section (page 29, 31, 32)

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks

VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks

I COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

OUTPUT section (page 23, 29, 30,

31)

Green (Y)

Blue (P

Red (P

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

B/CB)

R/CR)

Remote commander

You can use the supplied remote to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. You can also program the remote to control non-Sony audio/video components. For details, see “Programming the remote” (page 130).

• RM-AAP055 (USA model only)

• RM-AAP056 (European model only)

wg wf wd ws

1 2 3

* You can watch the selected input image when you

connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV (page 23).

wa w;

qg qf

5 6 7

8 9

continued

Name and function

?/1 (on/standby)

Turns the receiver on or sets it to the standby mode.

Saving the power in standby mode

When “Control for HDMI” (page 90), “Network Standby” (page 120) and “S-AIR Standby” (page 102) are set to “OFF”.

AV ?/1

Turns on or off the audio/video components that the remote 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 other components (SYSTEM STANDBY).

Note

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

C AMP

The button lights up and activates the receiver operation (page 122).

D Input buttons (VIDEO 1

Selects the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are initial assigned to control Sony components. You can program the remote to control non-Sony components following the steps in “Programming the remote” on page 130.

Numeric buttons

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

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

-/--

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

>10

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

(on/standby)

number 10.

)

(number 5b))

Name and function

ENTER

Press SHIFT (V), then press ENTER to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons. Press TV (W), then press ENTER to enter the value of Sony TV.

MEMORY

Press SHIFT (V), then press MEMORY to store a station during tuner operation.

(Text) (RM-AAP056 only)

Press TV (W), then press information.

E SOUND FIELD +/–

Selects a sound field (page 73).

F Color buttons

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

G GUI MODE

Displays the GUI menu on the TV screen.

H TOOLS/OPTIONS

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

I MENU, HOME

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

J ./>

a),

m/Ma), N

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

Replay the previous scene or fast forward the current scene.

CATEGORY +/– (RM-AAP055 only)

Selects a category for satellite tuner (page 129).

CATEGORY MODE

Selects the category mode for satellite tuner (page 129).

TUNING +/–

Scans a station.

D.TUNING

Enters direct tuning mode (page 128).

/ to display text

a)b)

, Xa), x

(RM-AAP055 only)

Name and function

K TV CH +/–

PROG +/–

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

PRESET +/–

Selects preset stations or channels.

In text mode: Press TV (W), then press to select the next or previous page.

L F1/F2

Press BD or DVD (D), then press F1 or F2 to select a component.

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

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

SLEEP

Activates the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically (page 59).

M BD/DVD TOP MENU

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

TV INPUT

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

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

WIDE

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

N MUTING

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 +/–

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

MASTER VOL +/–

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

a)b)

(RM-AAP055 only)

a)b)

(RM-AAP056 only)

a)b)

/C (RM-AAP056 only)

(RM-AAP055 only)

(Input select) (RM-AAP056 only)

(Text hold) (RM-AAP056 only)

(RM-AAP055 only)

(Wide mode) (RM-AAP056 only)

(RM-AAP055 only)

(RM-AAP056 only)

(RM-AAP055 only)

(RM-AAP056 only)

+/–

, MENU

+/– to adjust the TV volume level.

+/–

(RM-AAP056 only)

(RM-AAP055 only)

c/C

Name and function

P DISC SKIP

Skips disc when using a multi-disc changer.

Q RETURN/EXIT O

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

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

S GUIDE

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

T DISPLAY

Views information on the display. (RM-AAP055 only) Press TV (W), then press DISPLAY to display information of TV.

only)

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

U NIGHT MODE

Activates the Night Mode function (page 77).

V SHIFT

The button lights up and activates the buttons with pink printing.

W TV

The button light up and activates the buttons with yellow printing.

X THEATER (RM-AAP055 only)

THEATRE (RM-AAP056 only)

Sets the optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies when you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the THEATER or THEATRE button function (page 93).

Y RM SET UP

Set up the remote.

(Guide) (RM-AAP056 only)

V/v/B/b

(RM-AAP055 only)

, (Info, Text reveal) (RM-AAP056

continued

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

The following buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as reference when operating the receiver.

– RM-AAP055 only: number 5, VIDEO 1, N,

CATEGORY MODE, TV CH +, PRESET +

– RM-AAP056 only: number 5, VIDEO 1, N,

PROG +, PRESET +,

Notes

• Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model.

• The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component, the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described.

To control other Sony components

Name

AV ?/1zzzzzzzzzzzz

Numeric

buttons

TV VCR DVD

zz z z z z z z z z zz z z

-/--, >10 zz z z z z z z z z z ENTER zz z z z z z

(Text) zz

Color buttons zzc)zz z

TOOLS/

OPTIONS MENU, HOME zz z z z z z z z z

./>zzzzzzzz z

/ zzzzz z z

m/TUNING –, M/TUNING +

zzzzz zz

zz z z z z z z zz z z

N, X, xzzzzzzzz zzzz

PRESET +/–,

TV CH +/– PROG +/–

F1/F2 zz

BD/DVD TOP

MENU, BD/DVD MENU

TV INPUT

(Input select), (Text hold),

a), b)

WIDE

zz z z z zd)zzz

(Wide mode)

MUTINGa), b)z

Blu-ray

HDD

player,

DVD/VCR

combo

Disc

player

Recorder

PSX Video CD

zz z

Digital

player,

player

DSSa)Digital

CATV

terminal

satellite/

terrestrial

receiver

zz zzz

Tap e

DAT

deck

A/B

zz z

player,

deck

DIGITAL

MEDIA

PORT

device

MASTER

P Q

R S

RM-AAP055 only.

RM-AAP056 only.

DVD player only.

LD player only.

VOL +/– TV VOL +/–

+/–

DISC SKIP zz z

RETURN/ EXIT O

V/v/B/b, zz z z z z z z z z

GUIDEa),

(Guide)

DISPLAY zz z z z z z z z z

zzzzzzzzz z

zzz z z

Deck B only.

Video CD player only.

m/M only.

Getting started

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

Installing and connecting the speakers

See “1: Installing the speakers” (page 19) and “2: Connecting the speakers” (page 21).

Checking the connection appropriate for your components

Connecting the TV and video components

The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the illustration on the right. Select the connection according to the jacks on your components.

Q: Does your TV have an HDMI jack?

t No: See the connection for a TV without an HDMI jack (page 23). t Yes: See the connection for the TV with HDMI jack (page 23).

Digital

COMPONENT VIDEO

HDMI

B/CB

PR/C

VIDEO

Analog

Q: Does your video component have an HDMI

High quality image

jack?

t No: See “Connecting components without HDMI jacks” (page 28). t Yes: See “Connecting components with HDMI jacks” (page 25).

Connecting the audio components

See “4b: Connecting the audio components” (page 34).

Setting the audio output settings on the connected components

To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the connected components. For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that “Audio (HDMI)”, “Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)”, and “DTS (Coaxial/Optical)” are set to “Auto”, “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” respectively (as of March 2010). For a “PlayStation 3”, check that “BD Audio Output Format” is set to “Bitstream” (with system software version 3.15). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.

Preparing the receiver

See “8: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 39) and “Initializing the receiver” (page 39).

Setting the speakers

Select the speaker pattern, then perform Auto Calibration. For details, see “Setting the speakers” (page 40) and “Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (Auto Calibration)” (page 42).

Note

You can check the speaker connection using “Test Tone” (page 111). If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again.

Connections

1: Installing the speakers

Connections

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

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 (5.1 channel).

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 if you connect additional one surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel).

7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers

You can enjoy vertical sound effects if you connect additional two front high speakers (7.1 channel) in PLIIz mode (page 74).

* You cannot use the surround back speakers and the

front high speakers simultaneously.

continued

Tips

• When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system

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

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

speakers.

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

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

2: Connecting the speakers

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

Connections

Center speaker

Right

Left

Surround speaker

Right Left

13/32"

(10 mm)

LeftRight

Subwoofer

Surround back/Front high/

Bi-amplifier/Front B

speaker

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

Front A speaker

continued

* 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 are not using surround back speaker or

front high speakers, and you have an additional front speaker system, connect the additional front speaker system to this terminals. Set “Sur Back Assign” to “SPEAKER B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 41). You can select the front speaker system you want using the SPEAKERS button on the receiver (page 42).

– If you are not using surround back speaker or

front high speakers, you can connect the front speakers to this terminals using bi-amplifier connection (page 22). Set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 41).

**When you connect a subwoofer with an auto

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

Notes

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

• After you have install and connect your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from the Speaker Settings menu (page 40).

Bi-amplifier connection

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

Front speaker

(Right)

Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals. Make sure that metal fittings of Hi/Lo attached to the speakers have been removed from the speakers. Not doing so may cause a malfunction of the receiver. After you have made the bi-amplifier connection, set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 106).

Front speaker

(Left)

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

TV with an HDMI jack

Audio signals

Audio/video signals

ARC

Connections

Video signals Audio

DEA

or or

signals

TV without an HDMI jack

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

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

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

Recommended connection Alternative connection

continued

* If you connect the receiver to the ARC

compatible TV’s HDMI jack via an HDMI cable, you do not need to connect the TV to the receiver with the optical digital cord.

**If you connect the receiver to the ARC

compatible TV, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver via the HDMI TV OUT jack. In this case, set “Control for HDMI” to “ON” in HDMI Settings menu (page 90). 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 103).

To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver

Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the TV OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver. If your TV is compatible with ARC function, use HDMI connection. Set the sound output jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched between either “Fixed” or “Variable”.

Notes

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

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

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

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tips

• 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 33).

4a: Connecting the video components

Connecting components with HDMI jacks

HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Synccompatible components using HDMI cables, operations can be simplified. See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 89).

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 76).

• The receiver can receive Multi 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 VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals (page 33). Audio signals are not output from an HDMI TV OUT jack when 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.

• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI function. For details, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 89).

Connections

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Satellite tuner,

Cable TV tuner

Audio/video signals

DVD player,

DVD recorder

Audio/video signals

Blu-ray Disc player

Audio/video signals

ARC

“PlayStation 3”

TV, etc.*

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.

* For details on the audio connection of TV to the receiver, see page 23.

Notes

• HDMI 4 input has a better sound quality. When you need a higher sound quality, connect your component to the HDMI IN 4 (for AUDIO) jack and select HDMI 4 as input.

• Be sure to change the initial setting of the HDMI 1–4 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your components. For details, see “Programming the remote” (page 130).

• You can also rename the HDMI input so that it can be displayed on the TV screen and display. For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 55).

Notes on connecting cables

• 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 component, the sound and/or the image may not be output. Connect other audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu when the sound is not output correctly.

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

Notes on HDMI connections

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

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

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

• When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set “Audio Out” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu (page 117). If you cannot play back multi channel audio source, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not output from the TV speaker.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• The image resolution of playback component may need certain settings be made before you can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the playback component.

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

• Depending on the TV or the video component, 3D images may not be displayed. Check the 3D image formats supported by the receiver (page 146).

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

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

Connections

Connecting components without HDMI jacks

Connect your video components according to the table below.

Component Page

Blu-ray Disc player 29

DVD player 30

DVD recorder 30, 32

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner

VCR 32

Camcorder, video game, etc. 32

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

See “Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)” (page 104).

Converting video signals

This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 33).

Notes

• 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 components.

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

• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip

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

To connect a Blu-ray Disc player

Blu-ray Disc player

Video signals Audio signals

or oror

ACB

Connections

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

Notes

• The initial setting of the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 jacks are Blu-ray Disc player. If you want to connect your Blu-ray Disc player to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 or IN 3 jacks, set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 104).

• To input multi channel digital audio from the Blu-ray Disc player, set the digital audio output setting on the Blu-ray Disc player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray Disc player.

Recommended connection Alternative connection

* When you connect a component equipped with an

COAXIAL jack, set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 104).

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To connect a DVD player, DVD recorder

DVD player, DVD recorder

Video signals Audio signals

A Component video cord (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

Notes

• The initial setting for the DVD input button is as follows: – RM-AAP055: DVD player – RM-AAP056: DVD recorder To control other components, be sure to change the initial setting of the DVD input button on the remote. For details, see “Programming the remote” (page 130).

• You can also rename the DVD input so that it can be displayed on the TV screen and display. For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 55).

Recommended connection Alternative connection

* When you connect a component equipped with an

OPTICAL jack, set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 104).

• The initial setting of the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 jacks are DVD player or DVD recorder. If you want to connect your DVD player or DVD recorder to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 or IN 3 jacks, set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 104).

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

To connect a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner

Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner

Video signals Audio signals

oror

Connections

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

Note

The initial setting of the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 jacks are satellite tuner or cable TV tuner. If you want to connect your satellite tuner or cable TV tuner to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 or IN 2 jacks, set “Input Assign” in the Input Option menu (page 104).

Recommended connection Alternative connection

continued

To connect components with analog video and audio jack

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

DVD recorder, VCR

Audio signals Video signals

Camcorder, video game

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

Notes

• Be sure to change the initial setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Programming the remote” (page 130).

(On the front panel)

• You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it can be displayed on the TV screen and display. For details, see “Naming the input (Name Input)” (page 55).

Function for conversion of video signals

The receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals.

• Composite video signals can be output as HDMI video and component video signals

• Component video signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals.

Connections

OUTPUT jack

INPUT jack

HDMI IN* a –– VIDEO IN aa a COMPONENT VIDEO IN aa a

a : Video signals are output. – : Video signals are not output. * HDMI video signals cannot be converted to component video signals and video signals.

HDMI TV OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

MONITOR VIDEO OUT

As the initial setting, video signals input from the connected component are output as shown in the table above. We recommend that you set the video conversion function to match the resolution of the monitor you are using. For details, see “Video Settings menu” (page 116).

Notes on converting video signals

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

• The converted video signals are not output from the VIDEO OUT jack.

• When you play back a VCR with an image improvement circuit, such as TBC, the images may be distorted or may not be output. In this case, set the image improvement circuit function to off.

• Video signals for which the resolution has been converted cannot be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks or the HDMI TV OUT jack simultaneously. The video signals are output from the HDMI TV OUT jack when both are connected.

• Set “Resolution” to “Auto” or “480i/576i” in the Video Settings menu to output the video signals from the MONITOR VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks when both are connected.

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

• The resolution of the signals output to the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks is converted up to 1080i. The resolution of the signals output to the HDMI TV OUT jack is converted up to 1080p.

• COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks have restrictions on resolution when the resolution of video signals protected by copyright technology is converted. Resolution of up to 480p/576p can be output to the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks. The HDMI TV OUT jack has no restriction on resolution.

To connect a recording component

When recording, connect the recording component 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.

4b: Connecting the audio components

The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player, CD recorder and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Super Audio CD player, CD player, CD recorder

A Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes on connecting DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

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

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

DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter

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

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

To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter from DMPORT jack

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

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

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

FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Connections

Notes

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

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

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

6: Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver

To use the S-AIR function, you need to insert the wireless transmitter (not supplied) into the S-AIR main unit (this receiver) and the wireless transceiver (not supplied) into the S-AIR sub unit.

Notes

• Before inserting the wireless transmitter/ transceiver, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

• Do not touch the terminals of the wireless transmitter/transceiver.

Notes

• Remove the screws on the slot cover pointed

with g and G marks. Do not remove other screws.

• The slot cover is no longer necessary. However, keep it after detaching.

2 Insert the wireless transmitter.

EZW-T100 slot

To insert the wireless transmitter into the S-AIR main unit

Remove the screws and detach the slot

cover.

Slot cover

Wireless transmitter

Notes

• Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR logo facing up.

• Insert the wireless transmitter so that the V marks are aligned.

• Do not insert other than the wireless transmitter into the EZW-T100 slot.

3 Use the screws that you removed from

step 1 to fasten the wireless transmitter.

Note

Do not use other screws to fasten the wireless transmitter.

To insert the wireless transceiver into the S-AIR sub unit

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the surround amplifier and S-AIR receiver.

7: Connecting to the network

Configuring your home network with DLNAcompliant devices. If your computer is connected to the Internet, you can connect this receiver to the Internet as well, through the wired LAN connection.

Note

The method used to connect your computer to the Internet depends on the devices, your ISP, your computer, and the router used.

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 Rhapsody SHOUTcast and to use the software update function of the receiver. Rhapsody is only available in the U.S.

LAN cable (CAT5)

• 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.

Connections

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.

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.

Configuration example

The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a computer. We recommend that you use a wired connection.

LAN cable (not supplied)

Internet Modem

Computer

LAN cable

(not supplied)

Notes

• An audio or video playback on the computer may occasionally be interrupted when you use a wireless connection.

• Connect a router to one among ports 1 to 4 of the receiver using only one LAN cable. Do not connect the same router to the receiver using more than one LAN cable. It may cause a malfunction.

Router

8: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

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

Notes

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

• Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) firmly.

AC power cord (mains lead)

Preparing the Receiver

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 return settings you have made to their initial settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

?/1

MUSIC MUTING

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 Hold down MUTING and MUSIC,

then press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

Preparing the Receiver

To the wall outlet

3 Release MUTING and MUSIC

after a few seconds.

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

Note

It takes about 30 seconds for the memory to be cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until “CLEARED!” appears on the display.

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To reboot the receiver

If the buttons on the receiver or the remote do not work due to a malfunction of the receiver, reboot the receiver.

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 until the white indicator

flashes.

The receiver is rebooted.

Setting the speakers

Selecting the speaker pattern

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press .

Speaker Settings

Speaker Pattern

Sur Back Assign :

Manual Setup

Crossover Freq

Test Tone

D.Range Comp : AUTO

OFF

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker Pattern”, then press

Speaker Pattern

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Speaker”, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Sur Back Assign”, then press

Preparing the Receiver

3/4.1

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the speaker pattern you want, then press .

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Setting the surround back speakers

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

Notes

• This setting is only available if the “Speaker Pattern” is set to a setting without surround back and front high speakers.

• Be sure to set “Sur Back Assign” before you perform Auto Calibration.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

•OFF If you connect surround back or front high speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals, select “OFF”.

• BI-AMP If you connect front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals using a bi-amplifier connection, select “BI-AMP”.

• 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”.

6 Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Selecting the front speaker system

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

Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically

(Auto Calibration)

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.

When select the front speakers connected to

The SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals

The SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/ FRONT B terminals

Both the SPEAKERS FRONT A and SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals (parallel connection)

* To select “SP B” or “SP A B”, set “Sur Back

Assign” to “SPEAKER B” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 41).

Light up

SP A

SP B*

SP A B*

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 speaker polarity.

• Measure the frequency characteristics.

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

The measurement result is not utilized when signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are being received.

The measurement result is not utilized when signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

a)b)

a)c)

The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound balance in your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your preference. For details, see “Test Tone” (page 111).

To turn off the speaker output

Press SPEAKERS repeatedly until the “SP A” and “SP B” indicators on the display do not light up. “SPK OFF” appears on the display.

Note

You cannot switch the front speaker system by pressing SPEAKERS when the headphones are connected.

Before you perform Auto Calibration

Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items.

• Set up and connect the speakers (page 19,

21).

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

• Set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use bi-amplifier connection (page 106).

• Set “Sur Back Assign” to “SPEAKER B” in the Speaker Settings menu if you use speakers front B connection (page 41).

• Pair the surround amplifier to S-AIR main unit if you want to use surround amplifier.

• Make sure the speaker output is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 42).

• Disconnect the headphones.

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

• Make sure the environment is quiet to avoid the effect of noise and get a more accurate measurement.

• Select the seating position as position 1, 2 or 3 to save the Auto Calibration result (page 108).

Notes

• During the measurement, the sound that comes out

of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay attention to the presence of children or to the effect on your neighborhood.

• If the muting function has been activated before

you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically.

• The measurements may not be performed correctly

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

1: Setting up the Auto Calibration

Optimizer microphone

Preparing the Receiver

Example of using surround back speakers

1 Select the speaker pattern

(page 40).

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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On setting up the active subwoofer

• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the subwoofer and turn up the volume beforehand. 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 further away from the actual position.

2: Performing Auto Calibration

?/1

Input buttons

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

MUTING/

MASTER VOL +/–/

2 +/–

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto Calibration”, then press

4 Press V/v rep eatedly to se lect

“Calibration Start”, then press

The screen on which you can select the item to be measured appears.

5 Press V/v repeatedly and to

uncheck the items you do not want to measure, then press b.

The confirmation screen, asking whether you are ready to start measurement, appears.

6 Press to select “Start”.

The measurement starts in five seconds. The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds with a test tone. Wait until the measurement process completes. When the measurement ends, a beep sounds and the screen switches.

Preparing the Receiver

Note

If an error code appears on the screen, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 48).

7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the item you want, then press

Item and explanation

Retry

Performs the Auto Calibration again.

Save

Saves the measurement results and exits the setting process (page 46).

Warning

Displays warning concerning the measurement results. See “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 48).

Phase* Displays the phase of each speaker (in phase/ out of phase).

Distance

Displays the measurement result for speaker distance.

Level

Displays the measurement result for speaker level.

Exit

Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results.

To save the measurement results, follow the steps in “3: Saving the measurement results” (page 46). If you want to check error code or warning message, see “Message list after Auto Calibration measurement” (page 48).

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* When the speaker(s) is (are) out of the phase,

“Out” is displayed on the TV screen. The “+” and “–” terminals of the speaker may be connected the other way around. However, depending on the speakers, “Out” appears on the TV screen even though the speakers are connected properly. This is because of the speakers’ specifications. In this case, you can continue to use the receiver.

Tips

• Operations other than turning the receiver on or off

are deactivated during the measurement.

• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance

Unit” in the Speaker settings menu (page 113).

To cancel Auto Calibration

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

press the INPUT SELECTOR +/– repeatedly on the receiver.

– Press MUTING (RM-AAP055 only) or

(RM-AAP056 only) on the remote. Press MUTING on the receiver.

– Press SPEAKERS on the receiver. – Change the volume level. – Connect the headphones.

3: Saving the measurement results

To save the measurement results obtained in “2: Performing Auto Calibration” (page 44), proceed with the following steps.

1 Press V/v to select “Save” in

step 7 in “2: Performing Auto Calibration” (page 45), then press .

The selecting screen of the calibration type appears.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the calibration type, then press

•Full Flat Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat.

• Engineer Sets the frequency to one that matches that of the Sony listening room standard.

• Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.

•OFF Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to off.

The measurement results are saved.

3 Disconnect the optimizer

microphone after you have finished.

Note

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

Tip

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

Checking the Auto Calibration results

To check error code or warning message obtained in “2: Performing Auto Calibration” (page 44), proceed with the following steps.

Press V/v to select “Warning” in step 7 in “2: Performing Auto Calibration” (page 45) 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 7 in “2: Performing

Auto Calibration” (page 45).

Preparing the Receiver

To save measurement results that caused an error without taking a remedy

1 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Save” in step

7 in “2: Performing Auto Calibration” (page 45), then press .

2 Follow the steps in “3: Saving the

measurement results” (page 46) to save the measurement results.

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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement

Display and explanation

Error Code 31

The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set it to others and perform the Auto Calibration again.

Error Code 32

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

Error Code 33

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

• The optimizer microphone is not connected.

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

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

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

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

Warning 40

The measurement has completed. However, the noise level is high. You may be able to perform the measurement properly if you try it again, even though the measurement cannot be performed in all environments. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.

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 for polarity 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 network functions of the receiver. You can make the required network settings for the receiver by following the instructions provided by an initial setup wizard.

The procedure used to set up the IP address automatically (DHCP) is explained below. In this case, the router that is connected to the receiver or the Internet provider must support DHCP.

V/v/b,

5 Press to select “Next”. 6 Press to select “Connect

Automatically (DHCP)”.

“Success! The receiver is now connected to network.” appears on the TV screen when you have succeeded in making a connection. If the failure screen is displayed, perform the process referring to “Network Setup” (page 118), after you have completed this process.

7 Press to select “Finish”.

To set the network settings manually

See “To set the IP address manually” (page 118) or “To set the Proxy server manually” (page 119).

Note

The wizard screen appears on the TV screen each time you use the network function, until the network function setup has been completed.

Preparing the Receiver

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network”, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network Setup”, then press

“Start Network function Setup Wizard” appears on the TV screen.

Preparing a computer to

System Requirements

use as a server

A server is a device which delivers content (music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device on a home network. You can play back content stored on a computer on a home network with this receiver via that network after you have installed application software* which has a DLNA compliant server function.

* If you use a Windows 7-based computer, use

Windows Media Player 12 bundled with Windows 7. If you use a Windows XP or Windows Vista-based computer, install the VAIO Media plus application software supplied with the receiver. See “What you can do with VAIO Media plus” below for details. In addition, refer to the help files of VAIO Media plus.

What you can do with VAIO Media plus

VAIO Media plus is an application software that enables you to quickly find content on your home network, such as music, photos, and videos, and view the content on the computer through the home network. By connecting other devices to VAIO Media plus, you can also find and view the content on the connected devices through the home network. For example, you can enjoy photos and music, stored on your computer, on your TV and audio device or play a TV program, recorded with a hard disk recorder, on your computer. If you use a VAIO computer, you can deliver content saved on an external hard disk drive or in Network-Attached Storage (NAS).

Note

If you use a computer other than a VAIO, you can only deliver content saved on the internal disk drive of that computer.

Operating System

Windows XP Home Edition/Professional/ Media Center Edition 2004/Media Center Edition 2005 (SP3, 32 bit) Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/ Business/Ultimate (SP1, 32 bit/64 bit)

Computer

Windows XP Windows Vista

Computer IBM PC/AT compatible

CPU Intel Celeron M

Memory 512 MB or more

Graphic chip

Display 800 × 600 or higher resolution

HDD 500 MB or more is recommended.

Network 100Base-TX or higher

Sound card

processor

1.40 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo

1.80 GHz or higher is recommended.)

(1 GB or more is recommended.)

Equipped with graphic chip by Intel, NVIDIA or ATI. DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (DirectX 9.0c/128 MB compatible video card and the latest driver are recommended.)

Direct Sound compatible sound card

Note

Sony does not guarantee trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements. Other software operating on background may affect the operation of this software.

Intel Core Duo

1.33 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo

2.26 GHz or higher is recommended.)

1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended.)

Installing the VAIO Media plus application software on a computer

When you use VAIO Media plus as server software, install on your computer the VAIO Media plus application software provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the receiver by following steps below. If an older version of VAIO Media plus has already been installed on your computer, uninstall the following three programs using “Programs and Features” (for Windows Vista) or “Add or Remove Programs” (for Windows XP) in Control Panel beforehand.

• VAIO Media plus

• VAIO Content Folder Watcher

• VAIO Content Folder Setting

1 Turn on your computer and

2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM

into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

The installation launcher starts automatically, then a Software Setup window appears on the screen. If installation launcher does not start automatically, double-click “SetupLauncher.exe” on the disc.

Referring to help files

For VAIO Media plus operations, refer to the help files. Click “ Settings” in the Home Menu window, then select “ Help” to display help files.

Preparing the Receiver

CD-ROM (VAIO Media

plus application

software) (supplied)

3 Install the VAIO Media plus

application software following the instructions given in the message on the screen.

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. 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 52).

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

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

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

Input”.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

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

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select

the parameter you want.

Using the menu

1 Switch the input of the TV so

that an image of the menu is displayed.

2 Press GUI MODE.

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

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

To turn “GUI MODE” on and off

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

Overview of the main menus

Menu icon Description

Input Selects the input source

component connected to the receiver (page 54).

Music Selects the music from the

server on the home network, “My Library” or the audio component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (page 56).

Photo Selects the photos from the

server on the home network or “My Library”.

Video Selects the images from the

server on the home network, “My Library” or the audio component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (page 56).

Rhapsody Selects the Rhapsody radio

service (page 83). Rhapsody is only available in the U.S.

SHOUTcast Selects the SHOUTcast radio

service (page 86).

FM/AM/SR Selects the built-in FM/AM

radio or satellite tuner connected (page 61, 65).

Settings You can adjust the settings of

the speakers, the surround effect, equalizer, audio, video and other inputs connected to the HDMI jacks (page 107).

Using the option menus

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

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

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

Input”.

Preparing the Receiver

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3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

the menu item list is displayed.

The option menu appears.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

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

Basic Operations

Playback

?/1

Input buttons

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then press .

To exit the option menu

Press MENU.

SOUND FIELD +/–

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

MUTING/

Press GUI MODE.

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

MASTER VOL +/ –/

2 +/–

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

Input”, then press or b.

The menu item list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the component you want, then press .

The menu screen disappears and the playback screen of the external input appears. For details on the selected input and its connected components, see “Connections” (page 19).

4 Turn on the component and

start playback.

5 Press MASTER VOL +/–

(RM-AAP055 only) or (RM-AAP056 only) to adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

2 +/–

6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to

enjoy the surround sound.

You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE or MUSIC button on the receiver. For details, see page 73.

Tips

• You can press INPUT SELECTOR +/– on the receiver repeatedly or press input buttons on the remote to select the component you want.

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

• You can adjust the volume differently depending on the length of time you press and hold the MASTER VOL +/– (RM-AAP055 only) or

2 +/– (RM-AAP056 only) on the remote.

To turn the volume up or down quickly: press and hold the button. To make a fine adjustment: press the button and release it immediately.

To activate the muting function

Press MUTING (RM-AAP055 only) or (RM-AAP056 only) on the remote. You can also use MUTING on the receiver. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.

• Press MUTING (RM-AAP055 only) or (RM-AAP056 only) again.

• Increase 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. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components.

1 Press V/v repeatedly on the

“

Input” screen to select the

input you want.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Name Input”, then press .

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.

Basic Operations

Enjoying sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT is for enjoying sound/images from a portable audio source or computer by connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area. For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “4b: Connecting the audio components” (page 34).

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

You can use the following Sony DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters:

• TDM-BT1/BT10 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio Adapter

• TDM-NW10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter

• TDM-iP10/iP50 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter

• TDM-MP10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is an optional product.

Notes

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL

MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack.

• Before disconnecting the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter, be sure to turn off the receiver.

• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL

MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned on.

• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter, video output may not be possible.

• Do not connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

that uses a network function such as TDM-NC1 Wireless Network Audio Client to the receiver. You can use the network function of the receiver without using a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

Music” or “ Video”, then

press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“DMPORT” or a component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, then press .

The component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is recognized and “DMPORT” on the screen will change to the respective component’s name. If the connected adapter cannot be recognized, “DMPORT” is displayed on the TV screen.

Name Component that is

DMPORT

iPod The iPod model recognized is

Walkman The Walkman recognized is

Bluetooth The Bluetooth drive

Mobile Phone The Mobile Phone recognized

connected

A component other than one of the following is connected.

connected.

recognized is connected.

is connected.

4 Select a track you want to play

back using the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

5 Press MASTER VOL +/–

(RM-AAP055 only) or (RM-AAP056 only) to adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

Operating the TDM-iP50 using the GUI menu of the receiver

2 +/–

1 Make sure that “System GUI” is

selected in step 4 in “Changing the operation screen using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT” (page 58).

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

Music” or “ Video”, then

press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter you want to play back, then press .

The contents list appears.

4 Select track or content from the

contents list, then press .

The following content lists are just examples. They may vary depending on the components connected to the receiver.

Music Playlists > Playlist > Track

Artists > Artist > Album > Track

Albums > Album > Track

Songs > Track

Genres > Genre > Artist > Album > Tra ck Composers > Composer > Album > Tra ck

Audiobooks > Track

Video Movies > Content

TV Shows > Episode > Content

Music Videos > Artist > Content

Video Podcasts > Episode > Content

5 Press MASTER VOL +/–

(RM-AAP055 only) or (RM-AAP056 only) to adjust the volume.

Selecting the playback mode

2 +/–

1 Play back the track you want to

listen to following the steps outlined in “Operating the TDM-iP50 using the GUI menu of the receiver” (page 57).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Repeat”, “Shuffle” or “Audiobook Speed”, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the mode you want, then press

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x Repeat

Plays back one or all the tracks repeatedly.

•Off Deactivates the repeat play mode.

•One Plays back one track repeatedly.

•All Plays back all the tracks repeatedly.

x Shuffle

Plays back all the tracks in random order.

•Off Deactivates the shuffle play mode.

• Songs Plays back all the tracks in “Songs” in random order.

• Albums Plays back all the tracks on an album in random order.

x Audiobook Speed

Selects the display speed of the Audiobook.

•Low Slows the display speed.

• Normal Sets the display speed to standard.

•High Increases the display speed.

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT message list

Message and explanation

No Adapter

The adapter is not connected.

No Device

There is no device connected to the adapter.

No Audio

No audio file was found.

The data is being read.

No Item

No item was found.

Changing the operation screen using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

You can change the operation screen using the GUI menu. The DMPORT Control mode is supported by the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters such as TDM-iP50. This mode is not supported by other adapters.

1 Select the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter you want on the “

Music” or “ Video”

screen, then press or b.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“DMPORT Control”, then press

If “DMPORT Control” is not displayed, refer to the operating instructions supplied with component for details on operating that component.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the mode you want, then press

• System GUI The list of tracks will be displayed on the GUI screen of the receiver. You can select a track you want and play it back on each GUI screen.

• Adapter GUI The menu of the adapter will be displayed on the TV screen.

•iPod

To operate the TDM-iP50 using the adapter menu

Make sure that “Adapter GUI” is selected in step 4 in “Changing the operation screen using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT” (page 58). For details on operating the adapter using the adapter GUI menu, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the adapter you are using.

To operate the TDM-iP50 using the iPod menu

Make sure that “iPod” is selected in step 4 in “Changing the operation screen using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT” (page 58). For details on operating the iPod, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPod.

Using the Sleep Timer

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

AMP

Basic Operations

SLEEP

Press AMP, then press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.

“SLEEP” lights up on the display. Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows:

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

Tip

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

Recording using the receiver

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

3 Prepare the recording

component.

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

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

Note

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

Input buttons

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

Recording onto a CD-R

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

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR +/– on the receiver.

Recording with a video component

1 Press one of the input buttons

to select the playback component.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR +/– on the receiver.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

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

3 Prepare the recording

component.

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

4 Start recording on the

recording component, then start playback on the playback component.

2 Prepare the playback

component for playing.

For example, tune to the radio station you want to record (page 61).

Notes

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

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

• HDMI sound cannot be recorded.

• While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. In this case, set “Auto Standby” to “OFF” (page 121).

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 35).

Tip

The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.

Area FM AM

USA 100 kHz 10 kHz*

Europe 50 kHz 9 kHz

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 63).

SHIFT

Numeric buttons

Tuner Operations

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

Tuning into a station automatically (Auto Tuning)

Tuning into a station directly (Direct Tuning)

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

FM AM

“

FM” or “ AM”, then press

or b.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Auto Tuning”, then press .

4 Press V/v.

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

In case of poor FM stereo reception

1 Tune in the station you want to listen to

using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning (page 62), or select the preset station you want (page 63).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “FM Mode”,

then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Mono”, then

press .

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

FM AM

“

FM” or “ AM”, then press

or b.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Direct Tuning”, then press .

4 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 European model only.

Tip

If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception.

5 Press .

If you cannot tune in a station

“– – – .– – MHz” appears and then the screen returns to the current frequency. Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat step 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not used in your area.

Changing the AM tuning scale

(USA model only)

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

?/1

Presetting FM/AM radio stations

(Preset Tuning)

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

DISPLAY

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down DISPLAY,

press ?/1 on the receiver.

3 Change the current AM tuning

scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).

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

Note

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

V/v/B/b,

Tuner Operations

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Tune in the station that you

want to preset using Auto Tuning (page 62) or Direct Tuning (page 62).

In case of poor FM stereo reception, switch the FM reception mode (page 62).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Memory”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

preset number, then press .

The station is stored as the selected preset number.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset

another station.

You can store station as follows:

• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30

• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30

Tuning to preset stations

1 Select “ FM” or “ AM” from

the menu, then press or b.

FM AM

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the preset station you want.

Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.

Naming preset stations (Name Input)

1 On “ FM” or “ AM” screen,

FM AM

press V/v repeatedly to select the preset number on which you have stored the station and which you want to name.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Name Input”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

character, then press b.

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

5 Repeat step 4 to input a

character one by one, then press .

The name you entered is registered.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

(European model only)

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

* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

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

Simply select a station on the FM band using Direct Tuning (page 62), Auto Tuning (page 62), or Preset Tuning (page 63).

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

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a Program

Service name will not appear on the display.

Notes

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

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

Tip

When a Program Service name is displayed, you can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 127).

Listening to Satellite Radio

(USA model only)

To listen to Satellite Radio, you’ll need to connect a SIRIUS Satellite Radio tuner (sold separately) to your Sirius-Ready receiver. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is available to residents of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada.

Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercial-free music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Dance, Jazz, Classical and many more plus coverage of all the top professional and college sports including play by play games from select leagues and teams. Additional programming includes expert sports talk, uncensored entertainment, comedy, family programming, local traffic and weather and news from your most trusted sources.

Once you’ve purchased a SIRIUS tuner you’ll need to activate it and subscribe to begin enjoying the service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are provided with the SIRIUS tuner. There are a variety of programming packages available, including the option of adding “The Best of XM” programming to the SIRIUS service. The “Best of XM” service is not available to SIRIUS Canada subscribers at this time. Please check with SIRIUS Canada for any updates using the numbers and web address below.

SIRIUS and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. SIRIUS subscription sold separately. Taxes and a one-time activation fee may apply. SIRIUS tuner required (sold separately) to receive the SIRIUS service. All programming and fees subject to change. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible with the SIRIUS Satellite Radio System.

Service not available in Alaska or Hawaii.

Tuner Operations

Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels featuring content that may be inappropriate for children.

To subscribe to SIRIUS, U.S. and Canadian customers can call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888539-7474) or visit sirius.com (US) or siriuscanada.ca (Canada).

Connecting a satellite

Preparing to listen to a

radio tuner

Connect the SiriusConnect Home tuner. When you use the SiriusConnect Home tuner with this receiver, be sure to connect the AC power adaptor supplied with the tuner to a wall outlet.

SIRIUS jack

Note

Keep the SiriusConnect Home tuner, antenna, and AC power adaptor away from the speaker cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise.

satellite radio

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

Checking the ID number

Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

SR”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ALL”, then press .

When the “Preset Mode” screen is displayed, change the tuning mode to “Category Mode”, then select “ALL”. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS, then select “Category Mode”.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Sirius ID”, then press .

5 Check the SIRIUS ID on the TV

screen and write it in the space provided here.

SIRIUS ID:_________________________

You can also check the SIRIUS ID using the display on the receiver.

Checking receiving conditions (Antenna Aiming)

1 Select “ SR” from the menu,

then press or b.

Selecting a channel of the satellite radio

SHIFT

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Antenna Aiming”, then press

4 While checking the quality of

the reception, adjust the direction of the antenna to obtain the best reception.

To exit the menu

Press MENU.

Numeric buttons

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

Selecting a channel by category (Category Mode)

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

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

Tuner Operations

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

SR”, then press or b.

continued

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the category, then press .

• ALL: You can select a channel from all the categories.

• (category name): You can select a channel from one category.

Note

When the “Preset Mode” screen is displayed, press TOOLS/OPTIONS, then press V/v repeatedly to select “Category Mode”.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the channel, then press .

The selected channel is being received. The channel information is displayed on the TV screen.

Note

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

Selecting a channel by inputting the channel number directly (Direct Tuning)

You can enter the channel number directly by using the numeric buttons.

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

SR”, then press or b.

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Direct Tuning”, then press .

5 Press SHIFT, then press the

numeric buttons to enter the channel number.

6 Press .

The selected channel is tuned in.

Presetting satellite radio channels

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

V/v/b,

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

1 Select a channel you want to

preset using Category Mode (page 67) or Direct Tuning (page 68).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

Selecting preset channels

1 Select “ SR” from the menu,

then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the preset number from the preset list, then press .

You can select stored preset channels from 1 to 30.

Notes

• The channel information you have preset may be changed if Sirius XM Radio Inc. change its channel programming.

• When the “Category Mode” screen is displayed, press TOOLS/OPTIONS, then press V/v repeatedly to select “Preset Mode”.

Tuner Operations

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Memory”, then press .

The preset number selection screen appears.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the preset number you want to use as the preset channel, then press .

Preset channels from 1 to 30 are available, and a default channel is preset for all the preset channels when you purchase the receiver. The selected channel is registered as the preset channel you selected in step 1.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset

another channel.

Restricting access to specific channels

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ON”, then press .

“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.

(Parental Lock)

You can restrict access to certain channels using your own lock code. The lock code is set to “0000” as the default. Change the lock code before you use this function for the first time. See “To change the lock code (Lock Code)” (page 70).

SHIFT

Numeric buttons

V/v/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOLS/ OPTIONS

1 Select a channel you want to

lock using Category Mode (page 67) or Direct Tuning (page 68).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

5 Press SHIFT, then press the

numeric buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.

“The channel has been locked.” appears and the Parental Lock is set. To delete the numbers you have entered, go back to step 2 by pressing RETURN/ EXIT O, and then repeat the procedure above from step 2.

To change the lock code (Lock Code)

Select a channel you want to change the lock code using Category Mode (page 67) or Direct Tuning (page 68).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Lock

Code”, then press .

“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.

4 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric

buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.

“Enter a new lock code.” appears.

5 Enter a new 4-digit lock code using the

numeric buttons.

“To confirm, enter your new lock code again.” appears.

6 Reenter the new lock code with the

numeric buttons.

“The lock code has been changed.” appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Parental Lock”, then press or b.

To listen to the locked channels 1

Select a locked channel you want to listen to using Direct Tuning (page 68).

“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.

2 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric

buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.

The channel is tuned in.

To cancel the Parental Lock 1

Select a channel you want to unlock using Direct Tuning (page 68).

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

The option menu appears.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Parental Lock”, then press or b.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “OFF”,

then press .

“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.

5 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric

buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.

“The channel has been unlocked.” appears and the channel is unlocked.

Notes

• When you select a channel using Category Mode, locked channels are skipped.

• When the receiver is reset to the initial settings, the lock code returns to the default (0000), but the Parental Lock settings are not removed.

• You cannot preset locked channels. If you set the Parental Lock for a preset channel, the preset information for that channel returns to the default.

• You cannot set the Parental Lock for channel 0 and channel 184.

• You can set only one lock code on the receiver. You cannot set individual lock codes for each channel.

Tuner Operations

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Satellite radio message list

Message appears on TV screen [Display]

Antenna Error [ANTENNA ERROR]

Acquiring Signal [ACQUIRING]

Call 888-539-SIRI [CALL 888-539SIRI]

Check Sirius Tuner [SR TUNER]

Invalid Channel [INVALID CHANNEL]

Locked Channel [LOCKED CH]

Sub Updated [SUB UPDT]

Updating [UPDATING]

FW Updating [FW UPDT]

– – – – There is no text information in the

Explanation Remedies

The antenna is not connected properly.

The receiving condition is not good.

You have not subscribed for the selected channel.

The SiriusConnect Home tuner is not connected properly.

You have entered an invalid channel number.

The selected channel is locked. —

The subscription information has been updated.

Channel information is being updated.

The SiriusConnect Home tuner firmware is being updated.

channel.

Check the connection between the SiriusConnect Home tuner and the antenna.

Try moving the antenna to another location. For details about the antenna location, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the SiriusConnect Home tuner.

—

Check all the connections, and then turn the system on ag ain. Also ma ke sure if the AC adaptor supplied with the SiriusConnect Home tuner is connected to a wall socket.

The channel to be tuned-in is void due to the change by the broadcast service, or the receiving condition is not good.

—

This is not an error. The text information may not be displayed depending on the system condition, for example, right after the system has received a channel.

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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 preprogrammed 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 or MUSIC on the receiver.

Note

You cannot select “A. DIRECT” in the following cases. – When you play back content on devices on a home

network.

– When you select DVD and HDMI 1- 4 as input.

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

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

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

Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects.

x MULTI ST. (A.F.D. Multi Stereo)

Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.

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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 component connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver.

x 2CH ST. (2ch Stereo)

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

x A. DIRECT (2ch 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.

Movie mode

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.

x C.ST.EX A (Cinema Studio EX A

DCS )

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

x C.ST.EX B (Cinema Studio EX B

DCS )

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.

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x C.ST.EX C (Cinema Studio EX C

DCS )

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack.

x V.MULTI DIM. (V.Multi

Dimension DCS )

Creates many virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers.

x 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 Movie

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

7.1 movie channels.

x PLIIz (PLIIz Height)

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

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

x Neo:6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema)

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

x HALL (Hall)

Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

x JAZZ (Jazz Club)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

x CONCERT (Live Concert)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

x STADIUM (Stadium)

Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.

x SPORTS (Sports)

Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.

x PORTABLE (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 Music

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

x PLIIx Music

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

x PLIIz (PLIIz Height)

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

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

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 Neo:6 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 (Headphone (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.

Note

When headphones are connected to the S-AIR surround amplifier, the sound field is automatically set to “HP 2CH”.

x HP DIRECT (Headphone (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.

Notes on sound fields

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

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

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

– PLIIz is available only when the speaker pattern

is set to a setting with front high speakers.

• The sound fields for music and movie do not work in the following cases. – Signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz are being received.

– Signals with more than 5.1 channel are being

received (except PLIIz).

• “PLII movie”, “PLIIx Movie”, “PLII Music”, “PLIIx Music”, “PLIIz”, “Neo:6 CIN” and “Neo:6 MUS” also 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”. – the sound field for movie is selected. – “PORTABLE” is selected.

• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.

• When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.

• If you set up the sound field during DTS 96/24 signal reception, the signal will be played back only at 48 kHz.

• If there is any noise present, the noise may be different depending on the sound field you select.

Tips

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

• Dolby Pro Logic IIx and Dolby Pro Logic IIz decoding are effective when multi channel signals are input.

• Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology.

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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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver

Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks for the components connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats.

Audio format

Maximum number

of channels

Dolby Digital 5.1 aa Dolby Digital EX 6.1 aa

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby TrueHD

7.1 × a

7.1 × a DTS 5.1 aa DTS-ES 6.1 aa DTS 96/24 5.1 aa

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

DTS-HD Master Audio

a)b)

Multi channel Linear PCM

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

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

7.1

7.1 × a

Connection of the playback component and

the receiver

COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI

× a

Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels

(NIGHT MODE)

This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level.

NIGHT MODE

Press NIGHT MODE to select “NIGHT ON”.

The NIGHT MODE function is activated. The NIGHT MODE is set to on and off as you press NIGHT MODE.

Note

This function does not work in the following cases. – “A. DIRECT” is being used. – Signals with a sampling frequency of more than

48 kHz are being received.

Tip

While this function is on, the Bass, Treble, and Effect Levels increase, and “D.Range Comp” is automatically set to “MAX”.

Resetting sound fields to the initial settings

Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for 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 and all sound fields are reset to their initial setting.

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Using Network Features

About the network functions of the receiver

• You can enjoy content (music, photos, and videos) which have been stored on a DLNA-compliant device (DLNA CERTIFIED™ Products) that has an authorized DLNA logo displayed on the device (page 78).

• 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 Rhapsody and SHOUTcast (page 83, 86) and upgrade the software of the receiver. Rhapsody is only available in the U.S.

• You can change the settings of the receiver using a computer on your home network (page 88).

About DLNA

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard organization made up of manufacturers of various products, such as computers, AV components, 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.

Enjoying content stored on the server

A server is a device which delivers content (music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device on a home network. You can play back music, photos, and videos stored on the server using the receiver.

Computer This receiver

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

To search the server

You can search the server if the server list does not appear on the TV screen.

1 Select “ Music”, “ Photo”, or

“ Video” from the menu, then press

or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Server”, then press .

3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Server

Search”, then press .

The confirmating message appears.

5 Select “Yes”, then press .

The updated server list appears.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“

Music”, “ Photo”, or

“

Video”, then press or

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Server”, then press .

The server list appears on the TV screen.

4 Press V/v and to select the

server which holds the content you want to play back.

The content list appears on the TV screen.

5 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select content you want to play back from the content list, then press .

The playback screen appears on the TV screen, and content you selected is played back.

Registering your favorite content

You can register your favorite content played back from “ Music”, “ Photo”, or “ Video” in “My Library”.

1 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

playing back the content.

2 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select “Add track (picture, movie) to My Library”, then press .

3 Select the number you want to

use to register the content from the list, then press .

The content you chose will be registered in “My Library”.

Using Network Features

Playing back content registered in My Library

1 Select “ Music”, “ Photo”,

or “ then press or b.

Video” from the menu,

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“My Library”, then press .

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

content you want to play back from the content list.

The playback screen appears on the TV screen and content you selected is played back.

Note

You cannot register content played back from “My Library” in “My Library”.

Using the remote to play back content

You can enjoy content on the server by using the following buttons on the remote. Press AMP to operate the receiver using the remote.

Type of content

Remote button

* This button may not work depending on the

connected server or the content type.

**This button is available when photos are played

back in the slideshow mode or from “My Library”.

Nz z z xz z z Xz z** z >z z**

.z z**

Mz* z*

mz* z*

Music Photo Video

Selecting the playback mode

You can select the playback mode of the Music category.

1 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

the music selections are displayed on the list*, or while listening to the music.

* TOOLS/OPTIONS may not work,

depending on the type of content.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Repeat” or “Shuffle”, then press .

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the mode you want, then press

x Repeat

Plays back one or all the tracks repeatedly.

•Off Deactivates the repeat play mode.

•One Plays back one track repeatedly.

•All Plays back all the tracks repeatedly.

x Shuffle

Plays back all the tracks in random order.

•Off Deactivates the shuffle play mode.

•On Activates the shuffle play mode.

To play back a photo together with background music (BGM)

You can enjoy photos with music registered in “My Library” as background music.

1 Play back a photo from “Server”

(page 78) or “My Library” (page 80).

If you play back a photo from “Server”, you can play back a single photo or a slideshow of photos listed on the screen. If you select a photo from “My Library”, photos in “My Library” will be played back in sequence in the slideshow mode.

2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “BGM”,

then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the

mode you want, then press .

•Off Stops playback of background music.

•On Plays back all the tracks in “My Library” repeatedly.

• On (Shuffle) Plays back all the tracks in “My Library” repeatedly in random order.

Using a controller

You can do the following using a device which has a control function on the home network. – Playing back content stored on the server

with the receiver.

– Operating the receiver using Windows 7

based computer with Windows Media Player

12.

Note

Before you operate the receiver using a controller, you have to set the controller you want to use to match the receiver. Set “External Control” to “ON”, then set “Controllers” in the Network Settings menu. For details on settings for controllers, see “Controllers” (page 119).

Enjoying content stored on the server

You can enjoy or check the status of content (music, photos and videos) on the server using a controller.

The following operation are supported.

• Playback, stop, pause, fast forward and fast backward of content

• Go to the next/previous content item

• Check the elapsed time of the currently playing content

Notes

• Some operation may not be performed, depending

on the device used as a controller, the content type, or the server. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each device.

• If you operate the receiver using the supplied

remote together with a controller, the receiver may not work properly.

Using Network Features

continued

Computer (server, controller)

1 Select the device to be used as

a server using a controller on the home network.

2 Select the content you want to

play back using a controller on the home network.

3 Select the receiver to be used

to play back the content using a controller on the home network.

Refer to the operating instructions of each device.

This receiver

Listening to Rhapsody

(USA model only)

You can enjoy the Rhapsody Digital Music Service by connecting your receiver to the Internet. Rhapsody is only available in the U.S.

Rhapsody Digital Music Service

Play all the music you want with Rhapsody

Thousands of artists. Millions of songs. Rhapsody is the critically-acclaimed digital music service that gives you unlimited access to a massive music catalog of millions of songs and thousands of artists. You’ll also get exclusive content, personalized recommendations, DJ/ad-free listening on “Rhapsody Radio” and more.

For more information go to: www.rhapsody.com/sonystr

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network”, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Rhapsody Account”, then press .

The confirmation screen for account input appears on the TV screen.

5 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Yes”, then press .

The account input screen appears on the TV screen.

Using Network Features

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

Setting an account

Before using the Rhapsody Digital Music Service, it is necessary to register an account using your computer. Refer to www.rhapsody.com/sonystr for details. Sign in using your account on the receiver.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the Username box, then press

The soft keyboard appears on the TV screen.

7 Press V/v/B/b and to select

a character one by one to enter your username.

8 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select “Finish”, then press .

9 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the Password box, then press

10Press V/v/B/b and to select

a character one by one to enter your password.

continued

11Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select “Finish”, then press .

12Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Finish”, then press .

Note

Repeat the process again from step 6 if the sign in fails.

To check the account information

Select “ Settings” from the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network”, then press .

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Rhapsody Account”, then press .

4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Account Information”, then press .

The account type and the customer support ID appear on the TV screen.

To delete an account

Select “ Settings” from the menu,

then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Network”, then press .

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Rhapsody Account”, then press .

4 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS to select

“Remove Account”, then press .

5 Press B/b repeatedly to select “Yes”,

then press .

The username and password are deleted.

Selecting the station from the Rhapsody Stations list

You can select the station you want to listen using the Rhapsody Stations list.

1 Select “ Rhapsody” from

the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Rhapsody Radio”, then press

or b.

3 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select the station you want to listen to, then press .

The reception screen appears on the TV screen and the station you selected is received.

Selecting the track using Music Guide

The Music Guide displays a variety of music selections to sample, including top tracks and artists, and recommendations. Select genre names, charts, and new releases anywhere in the Music Guide pages to browse more.

1 Select “ Rhapsody” from

the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Rhapsody Music Guide”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Genres”, “Charts”, “New Releases”, or “Rhapsody Recommends”, then press .

4 Press V/v/B/b to select the

track you want to listen to from the list, then press .

The playback screen appears on the TV screen and the track you selected is played back.

Searching for a track, album, or artist you want to listen to

You can search for a track, album, or artist using the search function.

1 Select “ Rhapsody” from

the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Search”, then press or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Artists”, “Albums”, or “Tracks” you want to search for, then press .

The soft keyboard appears on the TV screen.

4 Press V/v/B/b and to select

a character one by one to enter the title or name you want to search for.

5 Press V/v/B/b to select

“Finish”, then press .

Wait until the search result is displayed.

6 Press b to select the search

results.

7 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to

select the track you want to listen to from the search result, then press .

The playback screen appears on the TV screen, and track you selected is played back.

Registering your favorite track, album, or station

You can register your favorite track, album, or station in “My Library” while playing back the track or during reception. You can select the track, album or station that you registered in “My Library” from “My Artists”, “My Albums”, “My Genres”, “My Tracks”, “My Playlists”, or “My Stations”.

1 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while a

track is playing back or you are selecting a station.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Add track to My Library”, “Add album to My Library”, or “Add station to My Library”, then press .

The track, album, or station you chose will be registered in “My Library”.

To remove a track, album, or station registered in My Library

You can remove a track, album, or station you registered in “My Library”.

1 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while a track

is playing back or you are selecting a station.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Delete

album from My Library”, “Delete track from My Library”, or “Delete station from My Library”, then press .

The confirmation screen of deletion appears on the TV screen.

3 Press B/b repeatedly to select “Yes”,

then press .

The deletion is completed.

Using Network Features

Selecting a track, playlist or station registered in My Library

You can select a track, playlist or station registered in “My Library”.

1 Select “ Rhapsody” from

the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“My Library”, then press .

Listening to SHOUTcast

SHOUTcast is a digital audio streaming technology-based radio service. SHOUTcast is a directory of internet radio stations, allowing users to access thousands of free online radio stations from DJs and broadcasters around the world. Refer to http://www.shoutcast.com for details.

3 Press V/v/B/b to select the

track you want to listen to using My Library list, then press .

My Library list

My Artists > Artist(s)

My Albums >

My Genres > Genre(s)* > Artist(s)* > Album(s)* >

Track(s)

My Tracks > T rac k(s)

My Playlists > Playlist(s)* > Track(s)

My Stations > Station(s)

*The number of lists displayed on the screen

depends on the status of the Rhapsody Digital Music Service you are using.

The playback screen appears on the TV screen and the track you selected is played back.

> Albums(s)* > Track(s)

Album(s)* > Track(s)

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

TOOL S/ OPTIONS

Selecting a SHOUTcast station

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ SHOUTcast”, then press

or b.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Preset List”, “0-9”, or A to Z, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the genre you want to listen to, then press .

5 Press V/v/B/b to select the

station you want to listen to, then press .

The reception screen appears on the TV screen, and the station you selected is received.

Notes

• When the number of stations is large, up to 100 stations can be displayed (in order) on this receiver.

• The audio supplied in a format that is not supported by this receiver does not appear on the list.

Presetting favorite stations

You can register your favorite SHOUTcast stations on the receiver.

1 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS while

listening to the radio station.

Selecting preset stations

You can select your favorite stations from among the stations you registered.

1 Select “ SHOUTcast” from

the menu, then press or b.

2 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Preset List”, then press .

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the preset number station you want to listen to, then press .

The reception screen appears on the TV screen, and the station you selected is received.

2 Press to select “Add to

Preset List”.

The preset number list appears on the TV screen.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the preset number you want to preset, then press .

Note

If you select a list number for which a station has already been registered, the previously registered station will be overwritten.

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

Using Network Features

Features of the Setup Manager application software

You can check the settings of the receiver, and adjust those settings using your computer, as well as using the receiver, after installing the Setup Manager application software provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the receiver.

The following settings cannot be set using the computer with the Setup Manager application software.

• Auto Calibration

• Speaker –Test Tone

• S-AIR

System Requirements

Operating System

Windows 7 Starter/Home Premium/ Professional/Ultimate (32bit/64bit) Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/ Business/Ultimate (SP2, 32bit/64bit) Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (SP3, 32bit)

Installing the Setup Manager application software on a computer

1 Turn on your computer and

2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM

into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

The installation launcher starts automatically, then a Software Setup screen appears on the screen. If the installation launcher does not start automatically, double-click “SetupLauncher.exe” on the disc.

CD-ROM (Setup

Manager application

software) (supplied)

3 Install the Setup Manager

application software following the instructions given in the message on the screen.

Computer

CPU: Celeron, Pentium III or higher Clock Speed: 1 GHz or higher RAM: 512 MB or more HDD: 20 MB or more free disk space (280 MB free disk space is required when .NET Framework 2.0 is not installed.) Monitor: 1024 × 768, High Color (65536 colors) Network: 100Base-TX or higher

Updating the receiver software using the Setup Manager

You can update the receiver software using the Setup Manager application software provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the receiver. Refer to the HELP of the Setup Manager for details on operations of the Setup Manager. Before updating the receiver software, set “UPDATE(PC)” from “DENY” to “PERMIT” using the display of the receiver so that the receiver software can be updated using a computer (page 127).

1 Download the update program

from the support website on the computer to which you installed the Setup Manager.

2 Click “System” in the Setup

Manager window on the computer screen, then click “Browse...” and specify the path of the update program, and click “Start Update”.

The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator on the front panel flashes while updating. When updating complete, the receiver will restart automatically.

Notes

• Do not turn the receiver off or disconnect the network cable during software updating. It may cause a malfunction.

• It may take 50 minutes for the software updating to complete.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

“BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., that is equipped with the Control for HDMI function. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows:

• One-Touch Play (page 91)

• System Audio Control (page 92)

• System Power-Off (page 93)

• Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 93)

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

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

Note

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

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

To check the HELP

When you want to check the HELP of the Setup Manager application software, click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Setup Manager] – [Help for Setup Manager], in that order.

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

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

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 components automatically by setting the TV (page 90).

• If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver, playback components and TV individually (page 90).

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

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

1 Connect the receiver, TV and playback

components via HDMI connection (page 25). (The respective components must be compatible with the Control for HDMI function.)

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and playback

components.

3 Turn on the Control for HDMI function

of the TV.

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

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

Perform the steps given in “If your TV is

compatible with the “Control for HDMIEasy Setting” function” (page 90).

2 Press GUI MODE.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “HDMI”,

then press .

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Control

for HDMI”, then press or b.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ON”,

then press .

The Control for HDMI function is set to on.

7 Press GUI MODE to exit the GUI menu.

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

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

8 Set the Control for HDMI function of the

connected component to on.

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

Notes

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

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

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

• When you assign the component video input to the HDMI input using the Input Assign function, you cannot set “Control for HDMI” to “ON”.

Playing back components with one-touch operation

(One-Touch Play)

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

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

Receiver and TV

Turns on (if in standby mode)

Switches to appropriate HDMI input

Notes

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

• 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 component, such as DVD/Blu-ray Disc player using the TV menu. The receiver and TV will automatically switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

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

TV Receiver

Sets System Audio Control to on

• Turns on (if in standby mode)

• Switches to 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 “Control for HDMI” is set to “ON”, the “Audio Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set automatically depending on the System Audio Control settings.

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

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

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 be set to on and the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

• When you adjust the TV volume, the receiver’s volume is adjusted simultaneously.

Outputs TV sound

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power-Off)

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

AV ?/1

Press TV, then press AV ?/1.

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

Notes

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

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

Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field

(Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)

THEATER/ THEATRE

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

The sound field switches to “C.ST.EX B”. To return to the previous sound field, press THEATER or THEATRE again.

Note

The sound field may not switch depending on the TV.

Tip

The sound field may be changed back to the previous one when you change the TV’s input.

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

S-AIR Operations

About S-AIR products

Room B

S-AIR sub unit (S-AIR receiver)

This receiver is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows wireless sound transmission between S-AIR products. There are two types of S-AIR product.

• S-AIR main unit (this receiver): The S-AIR main unit is for transmitting sound. You can use up to 3 S-AIR main units. (The number of usable S-AIR main unit depends on the use environment.)

• S-AIR sub unit (not supplied): The S-AIR sub unit is for receiving sound. – Surround amplifier: You can enjoy

surround and surround back speakers sound wirelessly. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the surround amplifier.

– S-AIR receiver: You can enjoy system

sound in another room. These S-AIR products can be purchased as an option (the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on the area). See the notes or instructions for the S-AIR sub unit in this manual only when the S-AIR sub unit is used.

Notes

• The S-AIR menu and parameters only available

when you have inserted the wireless transmitter.

• When the speaker pattern is set to a setting with

front high speakers, the surround back speakers sound is not output from surround amplifier even if the surround amplifier is connected.

Room A

S-AIR main unit (this receiver)

S-AIR sub unit

(surround amplifier)

About environments where S-AIR products (S-AIR main unit and sub unit) are used

S-AIR products use a radio frequency of

2.4 GHz. Certain electronic equipment or other factors may cause lost connection or instability in S-AIR reception.

• Electronic equipment influence The following may cause interference or cross talk. – Cellular phones, cordless phones – Wireless LAN, personal computers – Game machines using radio signals – Microwave ovens

Setting up an S-AIR product

Before using an S-AIR product, be sure to perform the following settings to establish the sound transmission.

• Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver (page 36).

• Establishing sound transmission between the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting) (page 95).

• Pairing the S-AIR main unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation) (page 96).

• Other factors The following may cause poor reception. – Materials or structures, such as walls and

floors

– The location where an S-AIR product is

placed When using S-AIR products, place them as far as possible from the above electronic equipment, or place where S-AIR reception is stable.

GUI MODE

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ EXIT O

Establishing sound transmission between the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)

When you match the ID of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit, you can establish sound transmission. You can use multiple S-AIR main unit by setting a different ID for each unit.

To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit

Press GUI MODE.

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

S-AIR Operations

continued

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 “S-AIR”,

then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “S-AIR

ID”, then press or b.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the ID

(A, B or C) you want, then press .

The ID of the S-AIR main unit is set. “Set S-AIR ID of the sub unit to the same as that of the main unit.” appears.

6 Press .

7 Press GUI MODE.

The GUI menu turns off.

Tip

To check the current ID, select “S-AIR” in the Settings menu list. When you pair the S-AIR main unit with the S-AIR sub unit (page 96), “(Pairing)” appears beside the ID on the TV screen in the GUI menu.

Sound transmission is established as follows (example):

S-AIR main unit (this receiver)

ID A ID A ID B

S-AIR sub unit

Other S-AIR main unit

ID A ID B

S-AIR sub unit

Notes

• Sources with copyright protection may not be playable on S-AIR sub unit.

• If you have connected surround amplifier, surround sound will not be output from S-AIR main unit.

Tip

You can use multiple S-AIR main units by setting a different ID for each component.

To set the ID of the S-AIR sub unit

Be sure to match the ID on S-AIR sub unit you want to the S-AIR main unit. For details on setting the ID of the surround amplifier and S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the surround amplifier and S-AIR receiver.

Pairing the S-AIR main unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)

To establish sound transmission, you need to set the same ID for your S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit. However, if your neighbors have S-AIR products and their IDs are the same as yours, your neighbors could receive the sound of your S-AIR main unit or vice versa. To prevent this, you can pair the S-AIR main unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation.

x Before pairing

Sound transmission is established by the ID (example).

Your room

S-AIR main unit

(this receiver)

Neighbor

2 Match the IDs of the S-AIR main

unit and the S-AIR sub unit.

• To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit, see “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” (page 95).

• To set the ID of the S-AIR sub unit, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the S-AIR sub unit.

ID A

S-AIR sub unit S-AIR sub unit

ID A

x After pairing

Sound transmission is established between the paired S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit(s) only.

Your room

S-AIR main unit

(this receiver)

S-AIR sub unit S-AIR sub unit

Neighbor

No transmission

ID A ID A

3 Press GUI MODE.

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

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“S-AIR”, then press .

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“Pairing”, then press or b.

“Put the S-AIR sub unit near the S-AIR main unit, and turn on power. Start pairing.” appears on the TV screen. The S-AIR main unit is ready to start pairing.

7 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Yes”, then press .

The S-AIR main unit starts pairing. “Pairing. Do the pairing operation with the S-AIR sub unit.” appears.

S-AIR Operations

Pairing

1 Place the S-AIR sub unit that

you want to pair near the S-AIR main unit.

8 Start pairing of the S-AIR sub

unit.

Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR sub unit.

continued

Notes

• Perform pairing within 5 minutes in step 7. If you do not, pairing is recognized as failed, and the screen changes accordingly. In this case, see “If pairing fails” (page 98).

• When sound transmission is established, “Pairing complete. To perform pairing to another unit, select “Continue”.” appears.

9 Press B/b repeatedly to select

“Finish” or “Continue”, then press .

• “Finish”: Finishes pairing.

• “Continue”: Continues to perform

pairing to another S-AIR sub unit.

Tip

You can confirm the pairing completion or the current ID by checking the “S-AIR Settings” screen. “(Pairing)” appears beside the current S-AIR ID.

10Press GUI MODE.

The GUI menu turns off.

Note

After you have performed pairing, if you select the “S-AIR ID” menu, the ID setting (“A”, “B” or “C”) that you last used is displayed.

If pairing fails

“Pairing failed. Retry?” appears. To perform pairing again, select “Yes”. To finish pairing, select “No”.

To quit pairing during setting

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To cancel pairing

Perform the ID setting of the main unit according to the procedure of “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” (page 95). If you reset the ID (even the same ID again), pairing is canceled.

Enjoying the system’s sound in another room

(For the S-AIR receiver only (not supplied))

You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver. The S-AIR receiver can be placed in another room for enjoying the system’s sound there. For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the S-AIR receiver.

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

1 Set the ID of the S-AIR receiver

to match the ID of the S-AIR main unit.

• To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit, see “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” (page 95).

• To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the S-AIR receiver.

Notes

• When you are using another S-AIR sub unit,

such as a surround amplifier, do not change the ID of the S-AIR main unit. Set the ID of the S-AIR receiver to match the ID of the S-AIR main unit.

• When you pair the S-AIR main unit and

another S-AIR sub unit, such as a surround amplifier, you also need to pair the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR receiver. For details, see “Pairing the S-AIR main unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation)” (page 96).

2 Press GUI MODE.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“ Settings”, then press or b.

The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen.

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“S-AIR”, then press .

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“S-AIR Mode”, then press or b.

6 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the setting you want, then press .

• PARTY: The S-AIR receiver outputs sound according to the input selected on the S-AIR main unit.

• SEPARATE: You can select the input you want for the S-AIR receiver while the input of the S-AIR main unit remain unchanged. When “SEPARATE” is selected, you can only select “SA-CD/ CD”, “DMPORT”, “FM TUNER”, “AM TUNER”, “SIRIUS”*, “SERVER”, “Rhapsody”*, “SHOUTcast” and the input that is currently selected on the S-AIR main unit.

* USA model only.

Note

When the input selected on the S-AIR receiver is same as S-AIR main unit, the input of the S-AIR receiver will change according to the S-AIR main unit.

8 Select the input you want on

the S-AIR receiver.

xWhen “PARTY” is set

The S-AIR receiver’s function changes sequentially as you press INPUT SELECTOR +/– on the receiver or S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver.

xWhen “SEPARATE” is set

The S-AIR receiver’s function changes by pressing S-AIR CH of the S-AIR receiver.

Notes

• When “FM TUNER” or “AM TUNER” is selected on the S-AIR main unit, you can only select the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR receiver. However, you can select input other than TUNER on the S-AIR receiver.

• When a network function (“SERVER” or “Rhapsody” or “SHOUTcast”) is selected on the S-AIR main unit, you can only select the same network function on the S-AIR receiver as function on the S-AIR main unit. However, you can select input other than network functions on the S-AIR receiver.

9 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR

receiver.

Notes

• The sound of the S-AIR receiver may be cut off by operation of the S-AIR main unit.

• When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multi channel sound is downmixed to 2 channel.

• Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz cannot output to the S-AIR receiver.

S-AIR Operations

7 Press GUI MODE.

The GUI menu turns off.

continued

To control the system from the S-AIR receiver

You can control the system from the S-AIR receiver by using the following buttons.

Press Operation

N, X, x,

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S-AIR CH Change the function of the

For details, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver.

Share the same operations on the remote

system

Changing the channel for better sound transmission

If you use multiple wireless systems which share the 2.4 GHz band, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of S-AIR products or other wireless systems may be unstable. In this case, transmission may be improved by changing the “RF Change” setting.

GUI MODE

V/v/b,

1 Press GUI MODE.

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

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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

“S-AIR”, then press .

4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“RF Change”, then press or b.

Sony STR-DN2010 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About This Manual

Description and location of parts

Getting started

Connections

1: Installing the speakers

2: Connecting the speakers

3: Connecting the TV

4a: Connecting the video components

4b: Connecting the audio components

5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)

6: Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver

7: Connecting to the network

8: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)

Preparing the Receiver

Initializing the receiver

Setting the speakers

Configuring the network settings of the receiver

Guide to on-screen display operation

Basic Operations

Playback

Enjoying sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

Using the Sleep Timer

Recording using the receiver

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Listening to Satellite Radio

Selecting a channel of the satellite radio

Presetting satellite radio channels

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting the sound field

Resetting sound fields to the initial settings

Using Network Features

About the network functions of the receiver

Enjoying content stored on the server

Using a controller

Listening to Rhapsody

Listening to SHOUTcast

Features of the Setup Manager application software

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

What is “BRAVIA” Sync?

Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync

S-AIR Operations

About S-AIR products

Setting up an S-AIR product

Enjoying the system’s sound in another room

Changing the channel for better sound transmission