Sony ST-RV444ES User Manual

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4-230-072-12(1)

FM Stereo

FM-AM Receiver

Operating Instructions

STR-V444ES

STR-V333ES

ã 2000 Sony Corporation

WARNING

Precautions

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

For customers in the United States

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

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

INFORMATION

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

–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

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

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 82040 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Owner’s Record

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

Model No. STR-V444ES/V333ES

Serial No.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

For customers in Canada CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

On safety

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

On power sources

•Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver.

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

•If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

•One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

•AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

On placement

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

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

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

On operation

Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for models STR-V444ES and STR-V333ES. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the STR-V444ES is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “STR-V444ES only.”

Type of differences

Model	V444ES	V333ES
Feature	V444ES	V333ES
Feature

Component video	z
inputs/outputs	z
inputs/outputs

2 coaxial audio	z
inputs	z
inputs

1 coaxial audio		z
inputs		z
inputs

2ND AV	z
outputs	z
outputs

2ND AUDIO		z
outputs		z
outputs

Conventions

•The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote.

•The following icon is used in this manual:

z Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol ; are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hooking Up the Components 4

Unpacking 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups	6
Video Component Hookups	7
Digital Component Hookups	8
5.1CH Input Hookups 10
Other Hookups 11

Hooking Up and Setting Up the

Speaker System	14
Speaker System Hookup	15
Performing Initial Setup Operations			17
Multi Channel Surround Setup		18
Before You Use Your Receiver		23


Location of Parts and Basic
Operations 24
Front Panel Parts Description		24


Enjoying Surround Sound			29
Selecting a Sound Field	30

Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround

Displays 35

Customizing Sound Fields 36

Receiving Broadcasts 45

Direct Tuning 46

Automatic Tuning 47

Preset Tuning 47

Other Operations 49

Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 50

Recording 50

Using the Sleep Timer 51

Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 52

CONTROL A1 Control System 54

Additional Information 56

Troubleshooting 56

Specifications 58

Glossary 61

Tables of Settings Using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ,

and SET UP buttons 62

Index 65

Hooking Up the Components

This chapter describes how to connect various audio and video components to the receiver. Be sure to read the sections for the components you have before you actually connect them to the receiver.

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items with the unit:

•FM wire antenna (1)

•AM loop antenna (1)

•Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1)

•Control S connecting cord (1)

•Remote commander RM-LJ304 (remote) (1)

•R6 (size-AA) batteries (3)

STR-V444ES only

•Remote commander RM-US104 (remote) (1)

•R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote.

z When to replace batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about

3 months (alkaline batteries) or 2 months (manganese batteries). When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes

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

•Do not use a new battery with an old one.

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

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

•The remote RM-LJ304 is designed for use with alkaline batteries only. Do not use a combination of different battery types.

Before you get started

•Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.

•Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the connections are completed.

•Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

•When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.

Antenna Hookups

AM loop antenna (supplied)

FM wire antenna (supplied)

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω 8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

Components the Up Hooking

Terminals for connecting the antennas

Connect the	To the
AM loop antenna	AM terminals

FM wire antenna	FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal

Notes on antenna hookups

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

•Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.

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

z If you have poor FM reception

Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.

Outdoor FM antenna	Receiver
	ANTENNA

75Ω COAXIAL Ground wire

(not supplied)

To ground

Important

If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

Note

Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the receiver.

Components the Up Hooking

Audio Component Hookups

Required cords

MD/DAT deck

Audio cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to

INPUT OUTPUT

the appropriate jacks on the components.

LINE

White (L)

Red (R)

Turntable

OUT

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω

8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

OUTPUT

INPUT OUTPUT

LINE

CD player

Tape deck

Jacks for connecting audio components

Connect a	To the
Turntable	PHONO jacks

CD player	CD jacks

Tape deck	TAPE jacks

MD deck or DAT deck	MD/DAT jacks

Note on audio component hookups

If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the

U SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver.

Video Component Hookups

Required cords

Audio/video cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to

TV or satellite tuner			DVD or LD player
	OUTPUT			OUTPUT
AUDIO OUT		VIDEO	AUDIO OUT		VIDEO
R	L	OUT	R	L	OUT

the appropriate jacks on the components.

Yellow (video)

White (L/audio) White (L/audio)

Red (R/audio)

Video cord for connecting a TV monitor

You can use the video cord of the supplied audio/video/control S cord. (See page 12 for details.)

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω 8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

	Ç		IN	Ç		IN
	OUT		IN	OUT		IN
To the front panel			Ç			Ç
To the front panel
	INPUT OUTPUT			INPUT OUTPUT			INPUT
							INPUT
	VIDEO	VIDEO		VIDEO	VIDEO		VIDEO
	IN	OUT		IN	OUT		IN
Camcorder
or video	AUDIO	AUDIO		AUDIO	AUDIO
or video	IN	OUT		IN	OUT		TV monitor
game			L		L		TV monitor
game
			R		R
			VCR				VCR

Jacks for connecting video components

Connect a	To the
TV or satellite tuner	TV/SAT jacks

VCR	VIDEO 1 jacks

Additional VCR	VIDEO 2 jacks

DVD or LD player	DVD/LD jacks

TV monitor1)	MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack
Camcorder or video game	VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the
	front panel

1)You can display the SURROUND, LEVEL, EQUALIZER parameters by pressing the ON SCREEN button.

Note on video component hookups

You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV/ SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not connect the TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you are connecting a separate TV tuner (or satellite tuner), connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above.

z When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks

Your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.

Components the Up Hooking

Components the Up Hooking

Digital Component Hookups

Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To enjoy full effect of multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD player with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).

TV or satellite tuner		DVD or LD player (etc.)*
OUTPUT		OUTPUT
VIDEO		VIDEO
OUT		OUT
AUDIO		AUDIO
OUT		OUT
OUTPUT	L	L	OUTPUT	OUTPUT
DIGITAL			DIGITAL	DIGITAL
OPTICAL			OPTICAL	COAXIAL
	R	R

Required cords

Optical digital cords (not supplied)

Black Black

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

Yellow Yellow

Audio/video cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

Yellow (video)

White (L/audio) White (L/audio)

Red (R/audio)

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω 8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

* Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of optical connections.

Example of LD player connected via an RF demodulator

Please note that you cannot connect an LD player’s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this unit’s digital input jacks. You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. Connect the LD player to the RF demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator’s optical or coaxial digital output to this unit’s OPTICAL or COAXIAL DVD/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details on DOLBY DIGITAL RF hookups.

				DVD/LD
VIDEO OUT			DIGITAL	VIDEO IN
			DIGITAL
	AC-3 RF		DVD/LD IN
LD player	AC-3 RF	RF demodulator	(COAXIAL)	1/u
LD player	OUT	RF demodulator	or (OPTICAL)

Note

When making connections as shown above, be sure to set INPUT MODE (4 on page 24) manually. This unit may not operate correctly if INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO.”

Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital output jack. These connections allow you to make digital recordings of a CDs and TV broadcasts.

Required cords

Optical digital cords (not supplied)

Black Black

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

OUT

MD or DAT deck

DIGITAL	INPUT OUTPUT
OPTICAL	INPUT OUTPUT
IN	LINE	LINE
		L
OUT	ç
	ç	R
ç	OUT	ç
IN	OUT	IN

Yellow Yellow

Audio cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

White (L)	White (L)
Red (R)	Red (R)

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω 8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

OUTPUT	OUTPUT	OUTPUT
DIGITAL	DIGITAL	LINE
OPTICAL	COAXIAL

(STR-V444ES only)

CD Player*

* Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of optical connections (STR-V444ES only).

Notes

•Please note that you cannot make a digital recording of a digital multi channel surround signal.

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

•It is not possible to record analog signals to TAPE and VIDEO with only digital connections. To record analog signals, make analog connections. To record digital ºsignals, make digital connections.

Components the Up Hooking

5.1CH Input Hookups

Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with 5.1CH INPUT jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multichannel software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, you can connect them directly to this unit to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel decoder. Alternatively, the 5.1CH INPUT jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, you will need five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the 5.1 channel input hookups.

DVD player,

Multichannel decoder, etc.

CENTER

FRONT

REAR SUB WOOFER

5.1CH OUTPUT

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH INPUT FRONT and REAR jacks

White (L)	White (L)
Red (R)	Red (R)

Monaural audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH INPUT CENTER and SUB WOOFER jacks

Black Black

Video cord (not supplied)

One for the DVD/LD VIDEO IN jacks (etc.)

Yellow Yellow

Note

When using the connections described below, adjust the level of your surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or multichannel decoder.

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω 8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

Example of a DVD player hookup using the 5.1CH INPUT jacks

				Front Speaker (L)
				Front Speaker (R)
		DVD/LD	SPEAKERS	Rear Speaker (L)
VIDEO OUT	5.1 CH INPUT	IN VIDEO etc.	SPEAKERS	Rear Speaker (L)
			FRONT
	1/u		SPEAKERS	Rear Speaker (R)
	1/u		SPEAKERS
DVD player			REAR/CENTER	Center Speaker
			SUB WOOFER	Center Speaker
			SUB WOOFER
				Active Woofer

Note

See page 15 for details on speaker system hookup.

Other Hookups

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

		White (L)		White (L)
		Red (R)		Red (R)
		Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1)
		Yellow (video) A		Yellow (video) A
		White (L/audio) B		White (L/audio) B
		Red (R/audio) C		Red (R/audio) C
		Black (control S) D		Black (control S) D
		Control S connecting cord (1)
		Black E		Black E
		COMPONENT VIDEO		AC OUTLET*
CONTROL A1	CTRL S (STATUS) IN/OUT	(STR-V444ES only)	AC power cord	AC OUTLET*

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω

8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

2ND AV (STR-V444ES)

2ND AUDIO (STR-V333ES)

To a wall outlet

* The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets on the rear panel varies according to the model and country to which the receiver is shipped.

Example of a 2nd room hookup using the 2ND AV jacks (STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO jacks

(STR-V333ES)

You can use the 2ND AV jacks to output the audio and video signal of the selected component (STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO jacks to output the audio signal of the selected component (STR-V333ES) to a stereo amplifier located in another room. Press 2ND AV (STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO (STR-V333ES) repeatedly to switch the audio (and video) signal output to the 2nd room.

Main room	2nd room

1/u	AUDIO	AUDIO	L	Speaker (L)
	OUT	IN	L	Speaker (L)
		Stereo amplifier	SPEAKERS	Speaker (R)
			R	Speaker (R)
	VIDEO	VIDEO
	OUT	IN		Monitor
	OUT	IN

(STR-V444ES only)

Note

This function is not available when 5.1CH INPUT is selected.

Components the Up Hooking

			Other Hookups

			S-LINK CONTROL S hookup

	Hooking
			If you have a S-LINK CONTROL S-compatible Sony TV,
			satellite tuner, monitor, DVD player or VCR, use an
			audio/video/control S connecting cord (supplied) or a
	Up		control S connecting cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL
			control S connecting cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL
	the		S (STATUS) IN (for TV, satellite tuner, or monitor) or OUT
	the		(for VCR, etc.) jack on the receiver to the appropriate S-
	Components		The following illustration is an example of S-LINK
			LINK jack on the respective component. Refer to the
			operating instructions supplied with your TV, satellite
			tuner, monitor, VCR, etc., for details.
			CONTROL S hookups between the receiver, a TV, a VCR,
			and a DVD player. When your TV is connected to the
			receiver as shown below, the TV input mode will change
			to video input whenever you turn on the receiver. When
			you connect the receiver as shown below, input mode of
			the receiver changes to VIDEO 1 or DVD/LD whenever
			you play your VCR or DVD.
			The following connections also change the input mode of
			the receiver to TV whenever you operate your TV.

TV		S-LINK
		IN	OUT
	AUDIO	D	E
	OUT
	B		VIDEO
	B		IN
			IN
	C		A
	C
Receiver	*		*	**
	TV/SAT DVD/LD		VIDEO 1	MONITOR

S VIDEO	S VIDEO	S VIDEO		S VIDEO
IN	IN	OUT	IN	OUT
F	F	F	F	F
VIDEO	VIDEO		VIDEO	VIDEO
IN	IN	OUT	IN	OUT
CTRL S	CTRL S		CTRL S	CTRL S
STATUS IN	OUT		OUT	IN
AUDIO	AUDIO		AUDIO
IN	IN

	VCR 1	*
	VCR 1	S-LINK
	OUTPUT	S-LINK
	VIDEO	IN
	OUT
	AUDIO
	OUT

DVD

OUTPUT

player VIDEO

OUT

S-LINK

AUDIO

OUT

*Audio/video/control S connecting cord (Pull the video cord away from the supplied audio/video/control S cable for connection A.)

**Control S connecting cord

Note

Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details regarding the operations you can control from your TV.

CONTROL A1 hookup

• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony CD player, tape deck, or MD deck

Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the CONTROL A1 jack on the CD player, tape deck, or MD deck to the CONTROL A1 jack on the receiver. Refer to “CONTROL A1 Control System” on page 54 and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details.

Note

If you make CONTROL A1 connections from the receiver to an MD deck that is also connected to a computer, do not operate the receiver while using the “Sony MD Editor” software. This may cause a malfunction.

•If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector

If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to “CD 1” and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver.

If, however, you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver.

COMPONENT VIDEO hookup

(STR-V444ES only)

If you have a TV, satellite tuner, DVD player, or LD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, B-Y, R-Y) output jacks and a monitor with COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks, use a video cord (not supplied) to connect to the receiver.

Connect a	To the
TV or satellite tuner	COMPONENT VIDEO TV/SAT
	IN jacks

DVD or LD player	COMPONENT VIDEO DVD/LD
	IN jacks

Monitor	COMPONENT VIDEO
	MONITOR OUT jacks

Notes

•If you make COMPONENT VIDEO connections, nothing is displayed on the on-screen display.

•On this receiver, the component video signals are not compatible with S-video signals nor video signals.

Connecting the AC power cord

Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a wall outlet:

•Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page 15).

•Turn the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost position (0).

Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video components to a wall outlet.

If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the whole system on or off when you turn the receiver on or off.

Caution

Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver’s AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.

Note

If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks, the receiver’s entire memory will be cleared.

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Hooking Up

and Setting Up

the Speaker

System

This chapter describes how to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set up your speakers to enjoy multi channel surround sound.

Cursor buttons

		5
	4	6
1/u	3	7
1/u
	2	8
	1	9
	0	10
OFF A B

A+B

–

Jog dial SET UP

Brief descriptions of buttons and control

used to set up the speaker system

SET UP button: Press to enter the setup mode when specifying speaker types and distances.

Cursor buttons ( / ): Use to select parameters after pressing the SET UP button.

Jog dial: Use to adjust the setting of each parameter.

Speaker System Hookup

This receiver corresponds with 6.1 channel decording. If you do not place a center speaker, you can place a rear center speaker. For details, see page 18.

Required cords

Front speaker (R)

Front speaker (L)

Speaker cords (not supplied)

One for each front, rear, and center speaker

}

]

}

]

(+)

(–)

Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

One for an active sub woofer

Black

FRONT

IMPEDANCE

SPEAKERS B

SELECTOR

CONTROL A1

TV/SAT DVD/LD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

S VIDEO

TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT

FRONT R A

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

PB/B-Y

ANTENNA

VIDEO

ND/DAT

OUT

PR/R-Y

OUT

MD/DAT

CTRL S

–

STATUS IN

OUT

TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω

AUDIO

OUT

FRONT

REAR

CENTER

DVD/LD

REAR

CENTER

75Ω COAXIAL

COAXIAL

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

REAR

SUB WOOFER CENTER

DVD/LD

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SIGNAL GND

–

4 Ω

8 Ω

PHONO

MD/DAT

TAPE

2ND AV

PRE OUT

REAR

CENTER

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	AUDIO		}	]
	IN
	INPUT
	Active sub woofer		Rear speaker (R)


Terminals for connecting the speakers

Connect the		To the

Front speakers (8 or 41) ohm)		SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals

Additional pair of front		SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals
speakers (8 or 41) ohm)

Rear speakers (8 or 41) ohm)		SPEAKERS REAR terminals

Center speaker or rear center		SPEAKERS CENTER terminals
speaker3) (8 or 41) ohm)
Active sub woofer		SUB WOOFER PRE OUT2)

1)See “Speaker impedance” on the next page.

2)You can connect an active sub woofer to either of the two jacks. The remaining jack can be used to connect a second active sub woofer.

3)If you do not use a center speaker, you can connect a rear center speaker. For details, see page 18.

}	]	}	]
Rear speaker (L)		Center speaker

(Rear center speaker)

z To connect certain speakers to another amplifier

Use the PRE OUT jacks. The same signal is output from both the SPEAKERS jacks and the PRE OUT jacks. For example, if you want to connect just the front speakers to another amplifier, connect that amplifier to the PRE OUT FRONT L and R jacks.

Notes on speaker system hookup

•Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about

2/3 inch (10 mm). Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and

– to –. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

•If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers.

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Speaker System Hookup

To avoid short-circuiting the speakers

Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To prevent this, make sure to take the following precautions when connecting the speakers.

Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord do not touch another speaker terminal or the stripped end of another speaker cord.

Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord

Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal.

Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation.

After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, see page 22.

If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other than the one whose name is currently displayed on the receiver, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.

Speaker impedance

To enjoy multi channel surround, connect front, center, and rear speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher, and set the speaker IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “8Ω.” Check the instruction manual supplied with your speakers if you’re not sure of their impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label on the back of the speaker.)

You may connect a pair of speakers with a nominal impedance between 4 and 8 ohms to all of the speaker terminals. However, even if one speaker within this range is connected, set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “4Ω”.

Notes

•Be sure to turn the power off when changing the IMPEDENCE SELECTOR.

•Be sure to connect front speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets (A+B) of front

speakers (see page 28). In this case, set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “4Ω”. Do not set the SPEAKER selector to A+B if

you connect speakers with a nominal impedance of 4 to 8 ohms to either FRONT A or B jacks.

Performing Initial Setup Operations

Once you have hooked up the speakers and turned on the power, clear the receiver’s memory. Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any other initial setup operations necessary for your system.

Before turning on the receiver

Make sure that you have:

•Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0).

•Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “e; SPEAKERS selector” on page 28).

Clearing the receiver’s memory

Before using your receiver for the first time, or when you want to clear the receiver’s memory, do the following.

1/u

		5
	4	6
1/u	3	7
1/u
	2	8
	1	9
	0	10
OFF A B

A+B

–

1Turn off the receiver.

2Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

The currently selected function appears in the display. All of the following items are reset or cleared:

•All preset stations are reset or cleared.

•All sound field parameters are reset to their factory settings.

•All index names (of preset stations and program sources) are cleared.

•All adjustments made with the SET UP button are reset to their factory settings.

•The sound field memorized for each program source and preset stations are cleared.

•The EQ BANK settings are cleared.

Performing initial setup operations

Before using your receiver for the first time, use the SET UP button to adjust the setup parameters so that they correspond to your system. You can adjust the following items. For details on how to make adjustments, see the page in parenthesis.

•Speaker size and placement (pages 18~21).

•Speaker distance (page 20).

•Selecting the 5.1CH video input (page 52).

•Digital power management (page 52).

•Video power management (page 52).

•Sound field link (page 52).

•Whether other components will turn on or off

automatically via the CONTROL A1 control system (page 52).

•2 way remote control system operation (page 53).

•Selecting the command mode (page 53).

•Selecting the color of the on-screen display (page 53).

Demonstration Mode

The demonstration is activated when you turn on the system while pressing SET UP. When the demonstration starts, the following message appears in the display twice:

“Now Demonstration Mode!! To finish the demonstration, please push POWER KEY while this message appears in the display. Thank you!”

To cancel the demonstration

Press ?/1 to turn the receiver off during the previous message. The next time you turn the receiver on, the demonstration will not appear.

To view the demonstration

Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the power.

Note

Running the demonstration will clear the receiver’s memory. For details on what will be cleared, see “Clearing the receiver's memory” on this page.

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Multi Channel Surround Setup

For the best possible surround sound all speakers should be the same distance from the listening position (A). However, this unit lets you to place the center speaker up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer (B) and the rear L/R speakers up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) closer (C) to the listening position.

The front speakers can be placed from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to 12.0 meters) from the listening position (A).

You can place the rear L/R speakers either behind you or to the side, depending on the shape of your room (etc.).

When placing rear speakers to your side

A A

45°

90°

20°

When placing rear speakers behind you

A A

45°

90°

z When setting up the rear center speaker

Set the speaker at least one meter behind the listening position. It is recommended to place the speaker at an equal distance from the rear L/R speakers. If there is no space behind the listening position, set the speaker above the listening position by placing it on a stand or hanging it from the ceiling. To prevent speaker damage or injury in case the speaker falls, make sure that it is properly fixed in place.

Note

Do not place the center speaker farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.

Specifying the speaker parameters

1Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

2Press SET UP.

3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the parameter you want to adjust.

4Turn the jog dial to select the setting you desire. The setting is entered automatically.

5Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the parameters that follow.

x Front speaker size (FRONT)

Initial setting : LARGE

•If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”.

•When the front speaker is set to “SMALL”, the center, rear L/R and rear center speakers are also automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).

20°

xCenter speaker size (CENTER)

Initial setting : LARGE

• If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to “LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. *1

• If you do not connect a center speaker, select “NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.*2

xRear L/R speaker size (REAR L/R)

Initial setting : LARGE

•If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the rear L/R speakers to “LARGE”.

•If you do not connect rear L/R speakers, select “NO”.*3

z *1~*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes

*1 NORMAL

*2 PHANTOM

*3 3 STEREO

x Rear center speaker size (REAR CTR)*

Initial setting : NO

This parameter can be set when the center speaker is set to “NO” and the rear speakers are set to “LARGE” or “SMALL”. This setting is effective when NORMAL SURROUND or VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1 is selected.

•If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the rear center speaker to “LARGE”.

•If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. However, if the rear L/R speakers are set to “SMALL”, the rear center speaker is automatically set to “SMALL”.

•If you do not connect a rear center speaker, select “NO”.

z About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL)

Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of directionality, it best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “SMALL”.

If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels. To adjust the equalizer, see page 39.

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Multi Channel Surround Setup

xSub woofer selection (SUB WOOFER)

Initial setting : YES

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

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

• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.

xFront speaker distance (FRONT)

Initial setting : 16 feet (5.0 meter)

Set the distance from your listening position to the front (left or right) speaker (A on page 18).

•Front speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter) steps from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to 12.0 meters).

•If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

xCenter speaker distance (CENTER)

Initial setting : 16 feet (5.0 meter)

Set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.

• Center speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 18) to a distance 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer to your listening position (B on page 18).

• Do not place the center speaker farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.

xRear L/R speaker distance (REAR L/R)

Initial setting : 11 feet (3.5 meter)

Set the distance from your listening position to the rear (left or right) speaker.

•Rear L/R speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 18) to a distance 15 feet (4.5 meters) closer to your listening position (C on page 18).

•Do not place the rear L/R speakers farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.

•If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

x Rear center speaker distance (REAR CTR)

Initial setting : 11 feet (3.5 meter)

Set the distance from your listening position to the rear center speaker.

•Rear center speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 18) to a distance 15 feet (4.5 meters) closer to your listening position (C on page 18).

•Do not place the rear center speaker farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.

z About speaker distances

This unit allows you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more that 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, the rear L/R speakers can not be set farther away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 15 feet (4.5 meters) closer.

This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.

Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away.

For example, setting the center speaker distance 3~6 feet (1~2 m) closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the rear L/R speakers are too close, setting the rear L/R speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger soundstage.

Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

x Rear L/R speaker position (REAR L/R PLACE)*

Initial setting : BEHIND

This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear L/R speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the illustration below.

•Select “SIDE” if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section A.

•Select “MIDDLE” if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section B.

•Select “BEHIND” if the location of your rear speakers

corresponds to section C.

This setting only effects the surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

	90°
A	60°	A
	60°
B	30° B

20°

x Rear L/R speaker height (REAR L/R HGT.)*

Initial setting : LOW

This parameter lets you specify the height of your rear L/R speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the illustration below.

•Select “LOW” if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section A.

•Select “HIGH” if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section B.

This setting only effects the surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

B B

	60
A	A
	30

*These parameters are not available when “Rear L/R speaker size (REAR L/R)” is set to “NO”.

z About the rear speaker position (SIDE, MIDDLE, and BEHIND)

This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as critical as other modes. All of the modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields were designed under the premise that the rear L/R speaker would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the rear L/R speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the “VIRTUAL” sound fields will not be effective unless the rear L/R speaker position parameter is set to “SIDE”.

Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, like wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHIND” or “MIDDLE” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are to the immediate left and right.

Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the “Rear L/R speaker position” explanation, we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and listen to the effect each setting has on your listening environment. Choose the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the rear L/R speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select “BEHIND” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.

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