Sony TA-E9000ES User Manual
AV Control
Amplifier
3-865-040-15(1)
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
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FR
TA-E9000ES
1998 by Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
Do not install the
appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase
or built-in cabinet.
For the customers in 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 control amplifier.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
control amplifier 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. TA-E9000ES
Serial No.
For the 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.
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the cabinet, unplug the control amplifier
and have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
On power sources
• Before operating the control amplifier,
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 control
amplifier.
• 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 control
amplifier for a long time, be sure to
disconnect the control amplifier from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power
cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• AC power cord must be changed only at
the qualified service shop.
On placement
• Place the control amplifier in a location
with adequate ventilation to prevent
heat buildup and prolong the life of the
control amplifier.
• Do not place the control amplifier 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 control
amplifier.
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 control amplifier,
please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
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About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for model
TA-E9000ES. Check your model number by looking at the
lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the
European model is used for illustration purposes unless
stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example, “USA/Canada only.”
Type of differences
Model USA/Canada Europe
Feature
TV/DBS inputs and selector r
TV inputs and selector r
Conventions
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on
the control amplifier. You can also use the controls on
the supplied remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the control amplifier. 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 control amplifier incorporates the Dolby
(AC-3) and Pro Logic Surround systems, the DTS** Digital
Surround System, and the MPEG Multichannel Digital
Surround System.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
*
“Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol a are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories,
Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US
**
Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved.
* Digital
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Hooking Up the Components 4
Unpacking 4
Power Amplifier Hookups 5
Digital Component Hookups 6
Audio Component Hookups 8
Video Component Hookups 9
Other Hookups 10
Location of Parts and Basic
Operations 12
Front Panel Parts Description 12
Rear Panel Parts Description 15
Enjoying Surround Sound 16
Before Using the Control Amplifier 17
Multi-Channel Surround Setup 18
Selecting a Sound Field 23
Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround
Displays 27
Settings and Adjustments 29
Using the Menus 29
Menu Function Table 30
Adjusting the Speaker Settings <SP SETUP> 32
Adjusting the Equalization <EQUALIZER> 32
Customizing Sound Fields <SURROUND> 34
Adjusting the Speaker Levels <LEVEL> 35
Other Settings <CUSTOMIZE> 38
Other Operations 39
Creating Custom Equalizer Settings 40
Recording 40
CONTROL-A1 Control System 41
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Additional Information 43
Troubleshooting 43
Specifications 45
Glossary 47
Video Signal Block Diagram 48
Index 49
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Hooking Up
Unpacking
the
Components
This chapter describes how to connect
various audio and video components
to the control amplifier. Be sure to
read the sections for the components
you have before you actually connect
them to the control amplifier.
Check that you received the following items with the unit:
• Audio Cord (3)
• Remote commander RM-TP501E (remote) (1)
• LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries (4)
• Coin shaped lithium battery (CR-2032) (1)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert four size-AA (LR6) alkaline batteries and one coin
shaped lithium battery with the + and – properly oriented
in the battery compartment. When using the remote,
point it at the remote sensor g on the control amplifier.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with your remote.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not use new batteries with old ones.
• Do not mix battery types. This remote is designed for use with
alkaline batteries only.
• 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.
Before you get started
• Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.
• Do not connect the AC power cords 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.
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Power Amplifier Hookups
Connect the rear, center, and front input jacks on your five
channel power amplifier (Sony TA-N9000ES etc.) to the
control amplifier’s pre out jacks. For details, see the
operating instructions supplied with your power
amplifier.
Connect a powered subwoofer to either of the PRE OUT
WOOFER jacks. The same signal is output from both PRE
OUT WOOFER jacks.
FRONT SPEAKERS
R
+–
( + )
BTL
( – )
R
S-LINK
CTRL A1
REAR CENTER
INPUT
FRONT EXTRA 2CH
+–
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
OPERATION
NORMAL
Required cords
Audio cords (3 cords are 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)
Monaural audio cords (not supplied)
For the PRE OUT CENTER and PRE OUT WOOFER jacks.
One of the supplied audio cords may also be pulled apart and
used as two separate monaural cords.
Black Black
TA-N9000ES etc.
L
–+
( + )
BTL
( – )
L
–+ –+
BTL
Make sure to power off
when switching
NORMAL
BTL
USE
USE
4Ω MIN
8Ω MIN
NORMAL
USE
8Ω MIN
BTL
USE
16Ω MIN
Hooking Up the Components
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
LD
ANALYZER
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
L
RLRLR
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
PROCESSOR
L
R
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
MONITOR
CENTER
CTRL S
IN
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
TA-E9000ES
AC OUTLET
Active Woofer
INPUT
AUDIO
IN
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Digital Component Hookups
Hooking Up the Components
Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player, LD
player, and TV tuner (etc.) to the control amplifier’s
digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround
sound of a movie theater into your home.
If your LD (or LD/DVD) player is equipped with an AC-3
RF OUT jack, be sure to connect it to the control
amplifier’s LD AC-3 RF IN jack. This allows you to enjoy
multi-channel surround when playing LD software
encoded with Dolby Digital (AC-3).
TV tuner
(TV or DBS tuner)
OUTPUT
* TV : European Model
VIDEO
TV/DBS (Digital
OUT
Broadcasting
Satellite) : USA and
AUDIO
OUT
Canadian Models
L
R
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
DVD player
L
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) Yellow (video)
White (L/audio) White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUT
COAXIAL
Make connections
to either optical or
OUT
coaxial digital
audio jacks.
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
LD
ANALYZER
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
*
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
*
LD (LD/DVD) player
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
AC-3
DIGITAL
RF
OPTICAL
OUT
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
PROCESSOR
L
R
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
MONITOR
CENTER
CTRL S
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
AC OUTLET
IN
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Connect the digital output jack of your MD or DAT deck
to the control amplifier’s digital input jack and connect
the digital input jack of your MD or DAT deck to the
control amplifier’s digital output jack. These connections
allow you to make digital recordings of CDs and TV
broadcasts.
Make connections to either
optical or coaxial digital
audio jacks.
Required cords
Optical digital cords (not supplied)
Black Black
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)
Hooking Up the Components
OUTPUT
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
CD player
L
R
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
LD
ANALYZER
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
MD or DAT deck
OUTPUT
INPUT
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
L
R
ç
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
DIGITAL
OPTICALINOPTICAL
IN
OUT
ç
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
IN
OUT
OUT
RS-232C
ç
ç
MONITOR
CTRL A1
S-LINK
PROCESSOR
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
CENTER
CTRL S
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
AC OUTLET
IN
Notes
• Please note that you cannot make a digital recording of a digital multi channel surround signal.
• All COAXIAL IN jacks and the DVD OPTICAL IN jack are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies
and 24 bit word length. The CD, MD/DAT, and LD OPTICAL IN jacks are not compatible with 96 kHz/24 bit digital signals.
• It is not possible to record analog signals to MD/DAT, TAPE and VIDEO with only digital connections. Be sure to make both digital and
analog connections to your digital components.
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Audio Component Hookups
Hooking Up the Components
CD player
OUTPUT
L
R
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
ANALYZER
LD
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
ç
MD or DAT deck
OUTPUT
INPUT
L
R
IN
OUT
ç
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
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)
PROCESSOR
L
R
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
MONITOR
CENTER
CTRL S
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
IN
AC OUTLET
Turntable
(MM cartridge type only)
OUTPUT
L
R
Note on audio component hookups
If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the
SIGNAL GND y terminal on the control amplifier.
Tuner
ç
ç
IN
OUT
INPUT
Tape deck
OUTPUT
L
R
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Video Component Hookups
Note on video component hookups
You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV
(TV/DBS) AUDIO IN jacks on the control amplifier 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 (TV/
DBS) VIDEO IN jack on the control amplifier. If you are
connecting a separate TV tuner, connect both the audio
and video output jacks to the control amplifier as shown
below.
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To connect equipment that alters the video signal
Use the PROCESSOR jacks. You can connect a video titler or
processor (etc.). When you output the video signals input to this
unit through the PROCESSOR OUT jacks and input the altered
signal to the PROCESSOR IN jacks, that signal is output from the
MONITOR OUT and VIDEO REC OUT jacks (see the “Video
Signal Block Diagram” on page 48 for details).
To use the PROCESSOR jacks, set the CUSTOMIZE menu’s
“V. PROCESSOR” parameter to “ON” (see page 38).
TV tuner
(TV or DBS tuner)
OUTPUT
* TV : European Model
VIDEO
TV/DBS (Digital
OUT
Broadcasting
Satellite) : USA and
AUDIO
OUT
Canadian Models
L
R
DVD player
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
Notes on S-VIDEO jacks
•
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.
•
The S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack on this unit is capable of
automatically switching between wide and normal screen
formats. To determine whether your video components and/
or monitor is compatible with automatic format switching,
refer to the instructions supplied with those components.
Required cords
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) Yellow (video)
White (L/audio) White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)
Video cord for connecting a TV monitor (not supplied)
Yellow Yellow
LD (LD/DVD) player
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
Monitor
INPUT
VIDEO
IN
Hooking Up the Components
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
ANALYZER
LD
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
VCR
INPUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
OUT
L
R
REC OUTINREC OUT
IN
OUT
*
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
*
ç
ç
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
IN
OUT
VCR
INPUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
AUDIO
AUDIO
IN
OUT
L
R
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
ç
IN
ç
PROCESSOR
L
R
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
ç
IN
ç
MONITOR
CENTER
OUT
INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
CTRL S
IN
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
IN
IN
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
VCR
AC OUTLET
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Other Hookups
Hooking Up the Components
Required cords
CONTROL A1 connecting cord (supplied with TA-N9000ES)
Black Black
MIC IN
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
LD
ANALYZER
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets on the rear panel
*
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
varies according to the country to which the control amplifier is
shipped.
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
S-LINK
CONTROL A1
PROCESSOR
L
R
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
MONITOR
CTRL S IN
MONITOR
CTRL S
CENTER
AC OUTLET*
AC power cord
AC OUTLET
IN
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
To a wall outlet
S-LINK CONTROL A1 hookup
• To turn your TA-N9000ES five channel power
amplifier ON or OFF automatically when you
turn the control amplifier ON or OFF using the
supplied remote
Use a CONTROL A1 cord (supplied with TA-N9000ES)
to connect the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the five channel
power amplifier to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the
control amplifier. If you have more than one
TA-N9000ES five channel power amplifier, use
additional CONTROL A1 cords to connect them to each
other. Only one needs to be connected directly to the
control amplifier.
See “CONTROL-A1 Control System” on page 41 and
the operating instructions supplied with the power
amplifier for details.
• If you have a S-LINK CONTROL A1-compatible
Sony CD player, tape deck, or MD deck
Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the
S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the CD player, tape deck, or
MD deck to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the control
amplifier. See “CONTROL-A1 Control System” on
page 41 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 control
amplifier to an MD deck that is also connected to a computer,
do not operate the control amplifier 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 control amplifier.
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 control
amplifier.
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MONITOR CTRL S IN hookup (for USA and
Canadian models only)
If have a Sony TV monitor equipped with a CTRL
S OUT jack
Use a CONTROL S cord (not supplied) to connect the
CTRL S OUT jack on the monitor to the MONITOR CTRL
S IN jack on the control amplifier. This allows you to turn
on your Sony TV monitor automatically when you turn
on the control amplifier using the supplied remote
control.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with you
Sony TV monitor for details.
Connecting the AC power cord
Before connecting the AC power cord of this control
amplifier to a wall outlet:
• Turn the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost
position (0).
Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video
components to wall outlet(s).
Hooking Up the Components
If you connect other audio/video components to the AC
OUTLET(s) on the control amplifier, the control amplifier
will supply power to the connected component(s),
allowing you to turn the whole system on or off when you
turn the control amplifier on/off.
Caution
Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s)
connected to the control amplifier’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.
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Location of Parts and Basic Operations
This chapter provides information
about the locations and functions of
the buttons and controls on the front
panel and the various jacks on the
rear panel. It also explains basic
operations.
Front Panel Parts Description
1 U switch
Press to turn the control amplifier on and off.
• Before you turn on the control amplifier, make sure that
you have turned the MASTER VOLUME control to the
leftmost position to avoid damaging you speakers.
STANDBY indicator
Lights when the control amplifier is turned off
(standby mode) and turns off when the control
amplifier is turned on.
2 INPUT SELECTOR control
Turn to select the component you want to use.
To select Turn to light
VCR VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3
LD player LD
DVD player DVD
TV tuner TV (Europe only)
TV or DBS tuner TV/DBS (USA/Canada only)
Tape deck TAPE
MD or DAT deck MD/DAT
CD player CD
Tuner TUNER
Turntable PHONO
After selecting the component, turn on the component
you selected and play the program source.
• After selecting VCR, LD player, or DVD player, turn on the
TV and set the TV’s video input.
3 Input indicators
Light to indicate the current source component(s).
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1 3 5
STANDBY
U
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PHONES
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MAIN MENU
MENU
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
+ / –
EQUALIZER BANK AUTO FORMAT
!™
LD DVD TV
SP SET UP EQ SURR LEVEL CUSTOM
TAPE MD/DAT CD TUNER PHONO
MODE
2ch AUDIO SPLIT
–+
DIGITAL/ANALOG
INPUT SELECTOR
6
MASTER VOLUME
5
46
3
2
1
0
10
7
8
9
Location of Parts and Basic Operations
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4 AUDIO SPLIT button
Press to select and play another audio source in
combination with the selected component.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select a video component.
2 Press AUDIO SPLIT repeatedly to select a different audio
source or press AUDIO SPLIT once to display the current
settings and turn +/– to select the different audio source.
The display switches to “V:XXX A:XXX” to show both the
video (V:XXX) and audio (A:XXX) sources.
To cancel AUDIO SPLIT
Press and hold AUDIO SPLIT for at least two seconds.
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Input indicators
Normally, the indicator above the selected input lights
orange. However, when AUDIO SPLIT is used to select a
different audio source, the video input lights green and the
audio input lights orange.
Note
When using AUDIO SPLIT, the input (digital/analog) of the
selected audio source is automatically set to “AUTO” (see
“5 DIGITAL/ANALOG button” for details).
5 DIGITAL/ANALOG button
Press to select either digital or analog audio signals for
your digital components (DVD, LD, TV (TV/DBS), CD
and MD/DAT).
Each press switches the input of the currently selected
component as follows :
Select To
AUTO Give priority to digital signals
when there are both digital and
analog connections. If there are
no digital signals, analog is
selected. Priority is :
1 AC-3 RF
2 DIGITAL (OPTICAL) or
(COAXIAL)
3 ANALOG
ANALOG Specify the analog audio signals
input to the AUDIO IN (L and R)
jacks.
DIGITAL (OPTICAL) Specify the digital audio signals
input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL
IN jacks.
DIGITAL (COAXIAL) Specify the digital audio signals
input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL
IN jack. (CD, DVD, LD only)
AC-3 RF Specify the radio frequency
signals input to the AC-3 RF IN
jack. (LD only)
The DIGITAL/ANALOG button lights up when the
INPUT SELECTOR is used to select a component
whose input is set to something other than “AUTO”.
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Front Panel Parts Description
6 MASTER VOLUME control
After turning on the component you selected, turn to
adjust the volume.
7 PHONES jack
Location of Parts and Basic Operations
Use to connect stereo headphones.
Connecting headphones cuts the output from the PRE
OUT jacks.
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The PHONES jack on this amplifier can present audio in
Virtual Surround
When listening to media recorded in multi-channel audio format
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DVD encoded with DTS, etc.),
Virtual Surround simulates the audio playback produced by
speakers placed at fixed positions around the listener. When you
connect headphones, "V. MOVIE PHONES" appears in the
display. Virtual Surround starts automatically with playback of
media recorded in a multi-channel audio format. However,
pressing 2ch or AUTO FORMAT, or using when the sound field is
off presents a 2 channel stereo downmix to the headphones.
8 MODE +/– buttons
Press repeatedly to select the desired sound field.
For details, see “Selecting a Sound Field” on page 23.
9 2ch button
Press to cancel the sound fields and output the sound
of the selected source from only the front left and right
speakers.
For details, see “SURROUND OFF (2ch)” on page 26.
0 AUTO FORMAT button
Press to set the unit to automatically detect the type of
signals being input and perform the proper decoding.
This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/
encoded without adding any effects.
For details, see “AUTO FORMAT DECODING” on
page 26.
!¡ EQUALIZER BANK button
Press repeatedly to select an equalizer (EQ PRESET
1~5) or turn the equalizer off (EQUALIZER OFF).
!™ Menu indicators
Light to indicate the menu selected using the MAIN
MENU button (!£).
!£ MAIN MENU button
Press this button repeatedly to select any of the
following menus. The corresponding menu indicator
(!™) also lights.
When menu is You can
SP SETUP Specify speaker sizes, locations
and crossover frequencies (page
18).
EQUALIZER Adjust the equalization (bass/
mid/treble) of the front, center
and rear speakers or clear
equalizer presets from the
memory (page 32).
SURROUND Change the various surround
parameters (effect level, wall
type, etc.), and adjust the overall
tone of the sound field (page 34).
LEVEL Adjust speaker balance, volume
levels, and overall dynamic
range, etc (page 35).
CUSTOMIZE Make a variety of adjustments
and customize how the control
amplifier operates (page 38).
!¢ MENU knob
Turn to select a parameter from the current menu.
!∞ +/– knob
Turn to adjust the setting of the current parameter.
!§ IR receptor
Receives IR signals emitted by the remote.
!¶ IR emitter
Emits IR signals to the remote.
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To maintain the highest fidelity to the original source
Do the following to bypass the sound field and equalizer circuits.
1 Press EQUALIZER BANK to turn off the equalizer.
2 • When listening to multi-channel sources, press AUTO
FORMAT to turn off the sound field processing.
• When listening to two channel (stereo) sources, press 2ch to
bypass the sound field processing.
The result will be a sound that is highly faithful to the program
source.
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Rear Panel Parts Description
!¡589 6430
MIC IN
y
SIGNAL GND
L
R
AC-3 RFINOPTICALINCOAXIALINOPTICAL
LD
ANALYZER
IN IN IN
PHONO TUNER
REC OUTINREC OUT
CD MD/DAT TAPE DVDTV LD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 PRE OUT
OPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICALINOPTICAL
OUT
IN ININ IN
COAXIALINCOAXIAL
1 2 7
1 Audio IN and REC OUT jacks
Connect to the analog audio output and input jacks of
your audio components (see page 8).
2 Video IN and REC OUT jacks
Connect to the video and analog audio output and
input jacks of your video components (see page 9).
3 LD AC-3 RF IN jack
Connect to the AC-3 RF OUT jack on your LD (LD/
DVD) player (see page 6).
IN
IN
LDDVDTVMD/DATCD
REC OUTINREC OUTINREC OUT
7 PRE OUT jacks
8 S-LINK jacks
9 RS-232C jack
0 ANALYZER jack
PROCESSOR
L
CTRL A1
S-LINK
RS-232C
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
IN FRONT REAR WOOFER
MONITOR
CENTER
CTRL S
OUTOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINOUTINININ
IN
AC OUTLET
!™
Connect to your power amplifier(s) (see page 5).
Use to connect other Sony components (see page 10).
For use with future upgrades.
For use with future upgrades.
Location of Parts and Basic Operations
4 Digital IN and OUT jacks
Connect to the optical or coaxial digital outputs and
inputs of your audio and video components (see pages
6 and 7).
5 MONITOR jacks
Connect to video input on your TV or monitor (see
page 9).
6 PROCESSOR jacks
Use to connect a video processor or video titler to alter
the video signals input to this unit. For details, see
“Video Component Hookups” on page 9 and “Video
Signal Block Diagram” on page 48.
To use the PROCESSOR jacks, set the CUSTOMIZE
menu’s “V. PROCESSOR” parameter to “ON” (see
page 38).
!¡ AC OUTLET jack(s)
The power supplied by the switched outlet(s) turns on
and off simultaneously with the power of the control
amplifier.
!™ AC power cord
Connect to a wall outlet.
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Enjoying Surround Sound
This chapter describes how to
position each speaker, and how to set
up your speakers to enjoy multi
channel surround sound.
It also explains how to set up the
control amplifier to enjoy surround
sound. You can enjoy multi channel
surround when playing back software
encoded in the Dolby Digital, DTS, or
MPEG formats.
MAIN MENU
MASTER VOLUME
5
STANDBY
U
MAIN MENU
MENU
g
PHONES
+ / –
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
SP SET UP EQ SURR LEVEL CUSTOM
EQUALIZER BANK AUTO FORMAT
LD DVD TV
MODE–+2ch AUDIO SPLIT
TAPE MD/DAT CD TUNER PHONO
DIGITAL/ANALOG
INPUT SELECTOR
46
3
2
1
0
10
7
8
9
MENU
+/–
Brief descriptions of buttons used to set
up the speaker system
MAIN MENU button: Press repeatedly to select the
desired menu (<SP SETUP>, etc.).
MENU knob: Turn to select a parameter from the current
menu.
+/– knob: Turn to adjust the selected parameter.
Speaker Setup
1 Press U to turn on the control amplifier.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to display
“<SP SETUP>”.
3 Turn MENU to select the parameter you want to
adjust.
4 Turn +/– to select the setting you desire.
The new setting becomes effective and is stored
automatically.
For detials regarding the various settings available
from each parameter, see pages 18~22.
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Before Using the Control Amplifier
Before turning on the control amplifier
Make sure that you have:
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0).
Clearing the control amplifier’s memory
Before you use your control amplifier for the first time or
when you want to clear the control amplifier’s memory,
do the following.
MAIN MENU
MASTER VOLUME
5
STANDBY
U
g
PHONES
MAIN MENU
MENU
MENU
+ / –
+/–
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
SP SET UP EQ SURR LEVEL CUSTOM
EQUALIZER BANK AUTO FORMAT
LD DVD TV
MODE–+2ch AUDIO SPLIT
TAPE MD/DAT CD TUNER PHONO
DIGITAL/ANALOG
INPUT SELECTOR
46
3
2
1
0
10
7
8
9
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to display
“<CUSTOMIZE>”.
2 Turn MENU to display “MEMORY CLEAR [NO]”.
3 Turn +/– to display “MEMORY CLEAR [YES]”.
After a few seconds, “Are you sure?” is displayed.
Turn +/– to display [YES] again and wait a few
seconds. The unit automatically turns off, and then
turns on again. All of the followings are reset to the
factory settings or cleared.
• All menu adjustments (speaker settings, equalizer
settings, sound field parameters, etc.).
• The equalizer settings in the equalizer bank.
Checking the connections
After connecting all of your components to the control
amplifier, do the following to verify that the connections
were made correctly.
U
INPUT SELECTOR
STANDBY
U
MAIN MENU
MENU
g
PHONES
+ / –
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
SP SET UP EQ SURR LEVEL CUSTOM
EQUALIZER BANK AUTO FORMAT
LD DVD TV
MODE–+2ch AUDIO SPLIT
TAPE MD/DAT CD TUNER PHONO
MASTER VOLUME
MASTER VOLUME
5
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DIGITAL/ANALOG
INPUT SELECTOR
3
2
1
7
9
0
10
8
1 Press U to turn on the control amplifier.
2 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select a component
(program source) that you connected (e.g., CD
player or tape deck).
3 Turn on the component and start playing it.
4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to increase the volume.
If you do not obtain normal sound output after
performing this procedure, look for the reason in the
following checklist and take the appropriate measures to
correct the problem.
There is no sound no matter which component is
selected.
/ Check that the control amplifier, the power
amplifier(s), and all components are turned on.
/ Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is not
set to 0.
/ If “MUTING” appears in the display, press
MUTING on the remote to turn off the muting
function.
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There’s no sound from a specific component.
/ Check that the component is connected correctly to
the audio input jacks for that component.
/ Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
control amplifier and the component.
If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 43.
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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).
Ideal placement of the rear speakers is at the side of the
listening position in the region within the shaded area
shown in the illustration below. Even when speakers
cannot all be placed at equal distances from the listening
position, it is possible to place speakers (including the sub
woofer) at a distances of 1 ~ 12 m (3 ~ 40 feet) from the
listening position. If this is the case, by accurately setting
the distance of each speaker, the amplifier can
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automatically adjust the audio output to produce an ideal
surround sound effect.
A A
45°
90°
Depending on the shape of your room (etc.), you may
wish to place the rear speakers behind you instead of on
the side walls (the shaded area). One advantage of this
placement is that you can use a pair of large floor
standing speakers that match your front speakers.
B
A A
45°
90°
20°
Note
If you place the rear speakers behind you, be sure to check the
speaker location setting in the SP SETUP menu when using any
of the “VIRTUAL” sound fields (see pages 20, 23 and 24 for
details).
20°
Notes
• The difference in distance of the nearest and farthest speakers
from the listening position should not exceed 8.4 m (27 feet).
• When mounting rear speakers at the sides of the listening
position, ideal speaker height is about 60 ~ 90 cm (2 ~ 3 feet)
above ear height.
60~90 cm (2~3 feet)
Speaker Setup
1 Press U to turn on the control amplifier.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to display
“<SP SETUP>”.
3 Turn MENU to select the parameter you want to
adjust.
4 Turn +/– to select the setting you desire.
The new setting becomes effective and is stored
automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set all of the following
parameters.
The menu turns off when you operate any of the other
buttons or knobs.
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p Front speaker size
FRONT SP [LARGE]
Initial setting : LARGE
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,
select “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 front channel bass frequencies from the
sub woofer.
p Center speaker size
CENTER SP [LARGE]
Initial setting : LARGE
• If you connect a large speaker that will effectively
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,
select “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 the center speaker, select “NO”.
The sound of the center channel will be output from the
front speakers.*
2
p Rear speaker size
REAR SP [LARGE]
Initial setting : LARGE
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,
select “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 rear channel bass frequencies from the
sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
• If you do not connect rear speakers, select “NO”. The
sound of the rear channel will be output from the front
speakers.*
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*1~*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes
*1 NORMAL
*2 PHANTOM
*3 3 STEREO
(*2 + *3 = 2ch mode).
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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” speaker.
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 32.
p Sub woofer selection
SUB WOOFER [YES]
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 bass redirection
circuitry, we recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.
p Front speaker distance
FRONT XX.X meter
Initial setting : 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 0.1 meter (1 foot)
steps from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet).
• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from
your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
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p Center speaker distance
CENTER XX.X meter
Initial setting : 5.0 meter
Set the distance from your listening position to the center
speaker.
• Center speaker distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot)
steps from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet).
p Rear speaker distance
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REAR XX.X meter
Initial setting : 3.5 meter
Set the distance from your listening position to the rear
(left or right) speaker.
• Rear speaker distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot)
steps from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet).
• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from
your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
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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 1~2 m (3~6 feet)
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 speakers are too
close, setting the rear 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!
About speaker distances
p Sub woofer phase polarity
S.W PHASE [NORMAL]
Initial setting : NORMAL
Set the sub woofer phase polarity.
There is usually no problem when the sub woofer phase
polarity is set to "NORMAL". However, depending on the
type of front speakers, the position of the sub woofer, and
the cut-off frequency of the sub woofer, setting the phase
polarity to "REVERSE" may produce better bass.
Besides bass reproduction, the richness and tightness of
the overall sound may also be affected. While listening
from the main listening position, select the setting that
best suits your environment.
p Rear speaker position*
REAR POSI. [BEHIND]
Initial setting : BEHIND
This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear
speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema
Sound “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 “VIRTUAL” sound fields.
p Sub woofer distance
S.W XX.X meter
Initial setting : 5.0 meter
Set the distance from your listening position to the sub
woofer.
• Sub woofer distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot) steps
from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet).
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20
90
A
B
30
C C
20
60
A
B
* This parameter is not available when “Rear speaker
size“ is set to “NO”.
p Rear speaker height*
REAR HIGHT [LOW]
Initial setting : LOW
This parameter lets you specify the height of your rear
speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema
Sound “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 “VIRTUAL” sound fields.
B
B
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About the rear speaker position and rear speaker height
These settings are designed specifically for implementation of the
Digital Cinema Sound “VIRTUAL” sound fields.
The rear speaker position parameter allows you to specify one of
three possible horizontal positions. The rear speaker height
parameter allows you to specify one of two possible height
positions. Select the position and height combination that comes
closest to the actual position of your rear speakers.
p Front speaker roll off frequency
FRONT SP > XXXHz
Initial setting : > 80 Hz
This setting lets you select the roll off frequency for the
low cut filter of the front (left and right) speakers.
• The bass frequencies lower than the cut off frequency
are divided by the bass redirection circuitry and output
from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. In
order to prevent clipping, frequencies below the cut off
frequency are not output from the front speakers.
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A
A
30
* This parameter is not available when “Rear speaker
size“ is set to “NO”.
p Center speaker roll off frequency
CENTER SP > XXXHz
Initial setting : > 80 Hz
This setting lets you select the roll off frequency for the
low cut filter of the center speaker.
• The bass frequencies lower than the cut off frequency
are divided by the bass redirection circuitry and output
from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. In
order to prevent clipping, frequencies below the cut off
frequency are not output from the center speaker.
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p Rear speaker roll off frequency
REAR SP > XXXHz
Initial setting : > 80 Hz
This setting lets you select the roll off frequency for the
low cut filter of the rear (left and right) speakers.
• The bass frequencies lower than the cut off frequency
are divided by the bass redirection circuitry and output
from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. In
order to prevent clipping, frequencies below the cut off
frequency are not output from the rear speakers.
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These parameters are designed to allow you to prevent clipping
by eliminating output of low-bass frequencies from “SMALL”
speakers. Be sure to set the roll off frequency so that clipping
does not occur from the respective speaker.
p Distance unit
DIST.UNIT [meter]
Initial setting : (depends on where unit was purchased)
Lets you select either feet or meters as the unit of measure
for setting distances. 1 foot corresponds to a 1 ms
difference.
Adjusting the speaker volume
Use the remote while seated in your listening position to
adjust the volume of each speaker.
For more information regarding remote control
operations, refer to the separate manual “Remote
Commander” supplied with this unit.
1 Press U to turn on the control amplifier.
2 Touch SOUND FIELD on the supplied remote to
display the SOUND FIELD screen.
About the roll off frequency parameters
3 Touch LEVEL on the supplied remote to display the
LEVEL screen.
4 Touch TEST TONE on the supplied remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in
sequence.
5 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the
test tone from each speaker sounds the same
when you are in your main listening position.
• To adjust the balance of the front right and front left
speakers, use the front balance controls on the
remote (or FRONT (L/R) in the LEVEL menu (page
35)).
• To adjust the balance of the rear right and rear left
speakers, use the rear balance control in the remote
(or REAR (L/R) in the LEVEL menu (page 35)).
• To adjust the volume level of the center speaker, use
the center level control on the remote (or CENTER
LEVEL in the LEVEL menu (page 35)).
• To adjust the volume level of the rear speakers, use
the rear level control on the remote (or REAR
LEVEL in the LEVEL menu (page 35)).
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6 Touch EXIT on the remote again to turn off the test
tone.
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You can adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same
time
Turn MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or touch MASTER
VOLUME +/– on the remote.
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You can output the test tone from the speaker of your choice
Normally, the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence.
However, you can use the LEVEL menu to output the test tone
from one specific speaker (see page 35).
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Notes
• The rear balance, center level, and rear level are shown in the
display during adjustment.
• Although these adjustments can also be made via the front
panel using the parameters in the LEVEL menu (when the test
tone is output, the unit switches to the LEVEL menu
automatically), we recommend you follow the procedure
described above and adjust the speaker levels from your
listening position using the remote control.
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When setting the volume levels for each speaker
Let’s assume that you have matched the sound levels of all the
speakers using the test tone. Although this lays the foundation
for high quality surround sound, it may be necessary to make
further adjustments while listening to playback of actual
software. This is because most software contains center and rear
channels recorded at slightly lower levels than the two front
channels.
When you actually playback software recorded in multi channel
surround you will notice that increasing the center and rear
speaker levels produces a better blend between the front and
center speakers and greater cohesion between the front and rear
speakers. Increasing the level of the center speaker about 1 dB,
and the rear speakers about 1~2 dB is likely to produce better
results.
In other words, in order to create a more cohesive soundstage
with balanced dialog, we recommend that you make some
adjustments while playing your software. Changes of only 1 dB
can make a huge difference in the character of the soundstage.
You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of
the pre-programmed sound fields according to the
program you want to listen to.
Press MODE +/– repeatedly to select the sound
field you desire.
The current sound field is indicated in the display.
See the table starting on the following page for
information on each sound field.
To turn the sound field off
Press the 2ch or AUTO FORMAT button on the front panel.
For details, see page 26.
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You can identify Dolby Surround-encoded software by
looking at the packaging
Use discs with the logo. In order to enjoy Dolby Digital
(AC-3) playback you must use discs bearing this logo.
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Sound signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz are
converted to signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz before
processing by the sound fields
When using the 2ch or AUTO FORMAT DECODING modes,
sound signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz are played
back without conversion.
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You can enjoy surround sound while listening to headphones
The PHONES jack on this amplifier can present audio in Virtual
Surround. For details, see page 14.
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Selecting a Sound Field
Sound field Effect Notes
NORMAL SURROUND
CINEMA STUDIO A
CINEMA STUDIO B
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CINEMA STUDIO C
NIGHT THEATER
MONO MOVIE
STEREO MOVIE
VIRTUAL MULTI REAR
Software with multi channel surround audio signals is
played according to the way it was recorded.
Software with 2 channel audio signals, is decoded with
Dolby Pro Logic to create surround effects.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema
production studio.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema
production studio.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment scoring stage.
Allows you to retain a theater like environment while
listening at low volume levels, such as late at night.
Creates a theater like environment from movies with
monaural soundtracks.
Creates a theater like environment from movies
recorded with stereo soundtracks
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from 1 set of actual rear speakers.
This is a standard mode, great for
watching most any type of movie.
This mode is ideal for watching sciencefiction or action movies with lots of sound
effects.
This mode is ideal for watching musicals
or classic films where music is featured in
the soundtrack.
LCR
SIDE*
RSLS
MIDDLE*
or
BEHIND*
LS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
RS
RSLS
* See
page 20
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Sound field Effect Notes
VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION
VIRTUAL THEATER A
VIRTUAL THEATER B
VIRTUAL THEATER C
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A
Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear
speakers positioned higher than the listener from a
single pair of actual rear speakers. This mode creates
5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at
approximately a 30° angle of elevation.
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO A. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the “Cary Grant Theater” and
creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the
listener (at approximately a 30° angle of elevation) from
a single pair of actual rear speakers.
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO B. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the “Kim Novak Theater” and
creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the
listener (at approximately a 30° angle of elevation) from
a single pair of actual rear speakers.
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO C. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the scoring stage and creates
5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener (at
approximately a 30° angle of elevation) from a single
pair of actual rear speakers.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without
using actual rear speakers.
SIDE*
MIDDLE*
BEHIND*
LCR
LS
LS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RSLS
LCR
LS
LS
RS
LCR
RS
RS
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RSLS
RS
RSLS
RS
* See
page 20
RSLS
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B
VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI
DIMENSION
VIRTUAL SEMI-THEATER A
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 1 set of virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without
using actual rear speakers.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers
from the sound of the front speakers without using
actual rear speakers. This mode creates 5 sets of virtual
speakers surrounding the listener at a 30° angle of
elevation.
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO A. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the “Cary Grant Theater” and
creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the
listener at a 30° angle of elevation from the sound of the
front speakers without using actual rear speakers.
LCR
RSLS
LS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
RS
RSLS
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Sound field Effect Notes
VIRTUAL SEMI-THEATER B
VIRTUAL SEMI-THEATER C
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SMALL HALL
LARGE HALL
OPERA HOUSE
JAZZ CLUB
DISCO/CLUB
CHURCH
LIVE HOUSE
ARENA
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO B. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the “Kim Novak Theater” and
creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the
listener at a 30° angle of elevation from the sound of the
front speakers without using actual rear speakers.
Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI
DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO C. Reproduces the
sound characteristics of the scoring stage and creates
5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at a
30° angle of elevation from the sound of the front
speakers without using actual rear speakers.
Reproduces the acoustics of a small rectangular concert
hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of a large rectangular concert
hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque/dance club.
Reproduces the acoustics of a stone church.
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Reproduces the acoustics of a 1000-seat concert hall.
LCR
RSLS
LS
RS
RSLS
Ideal for soft acoustic sounds.
Ideal for musicals and opera.
Great for rock or pop music.
STADIUM
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Great for sporting events or electric
(amplified) music.
GAME
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game
software.
Be sure to set the game machine to stereo
mode when using game software with
stereo sound capabilities.
Notes
• The effects provided by VIRTUAL THEATER A, B, and C sound fields may cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening to the “VIRTUAL” sound fields, you will not be able to hear any sounds coming directly from the rear speakers.
Use the buttons on the front panel to operate the following modes
SURROUND OFF (2ch)
(Press the “2ch” button)
AUTO FORMAT DECODING
(Press the “AUTO FORMAT”
button)
Outputs the sound from the front left and right
speakers only. Standard two channel (stereo) sources
completely bypass the sound field processing. Multichannel surround formats are downmixed to two
channels.
Automatically detects the type of audio signal being
input (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, Dolby Pro Logic, or
standard 2-channel stereo) and performs the proper
decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as
it was recorded/encoded, without adding any effects.
This allows you to play any source using
only the front left and right speakers.
You can use this mode as a reference. Set
the equalizer to OFF while using this mode
to hear the source sound exactly as it was
recorded.
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123 45 6
OPTICAL COAXIAL
AC-3RFMPEGDTSDUAL
DIGITAL
a
PRO LOGIC
0!¡!™
1 OPTICAL
Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal
being input through the OPTICAL terminal.
2 COAXIAL
Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal
being input through the COAXIAL terminal.
3 a DIGITAL
This indicator lights when the sound field is on and
the unit is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby
Digital (AC-3) format.
4 Playback channel indicators
The letters light to indicate the channels being played
back.
L: Front Left R: Front Right
C: Center (monaural) LS: Left Surround
RS: Right Surround
S: Surround (monaural or the rear components
obtained by Pro Logic processing)
The boxes around the letters light to indicate the
speakers used to playback the channels.
See the next page for details regarding the playback
channel indicators.
L.F.E.LLSCSR
RS
6 S.WOOFER
7 D. RANGE
8 PRO LOGIC
9 DTS
0 MPEG
S.WOOFER STEREO RDS
D.RANGE MONO TA NEWS INFO
MEMORY
789
Lights when the sub woofer selection is set to “YES”
and sound is being output from the sub woofer.
Lights when dynamic range compression is active. See
page 36 to adjust the dynamic range compression.
Lights when this unit applies Pro Logic processing to
two channel signals in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.
Lights up when DTS signals are input.
Notes
• When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have
made digital connections and that DIGITAL/ANALOG is
NOT set to ANALOG (see 5 on page 13).
•You may hear some noise when starting playback from a
DTS format LD or CD. This, however, is not a malfunction.
Lights when MPEG signals are input.
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5 L.F.E.
The letters “L.F.E.” light up when the disc being
played contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect)
channel. When the sound of the LFE channel signal is
actually being reproduced, the bars underneath the
letters lights up to indicate the level. Since the LFE
signal is not recorded in all parts of the input signal
the bar indication will fluctuate (and may turn off)
during playback.
!¡ RF
Lights when Dolby Digital (AC-3) RF signals are input
from the LD (LD/DVD) player.
!™ AC-3
Lights when Dolby Digital (AC-3) signals are input.
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Playback channel display
The display shows which channels are being played back and which speakers are being used. The letters (L, C, R, etc.) light
to show the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters light to show which speakers are being used. The
display varies depending on the number of speakers connected (“Speaker Setup and Playback Channel Display” column).
This unit also displays the number of channels in the input signal (“Input Channel Display” column).
Although the table below shows almost all of the configurations available from multi channel surround signals, the ones
marked “
” are the most common.
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Recording
Format
(Front/Rear)
1/0
2/0*
3/0
2/1
3/1
2/2
3/2
2/0**
Input Channel Display
DOLBY DIGITAL [1/0]
dts [1/0]
MPEG [1/0]
DOLBY DIGITAL [2/0]
dts [2/0]
MPEG [2/0]
DOLBY DIGITAL [3/0]
dts [3/0]
MPEG [3/0]
DOLBY DIGITAL [2/1]
dts [2/1]
MPEG [2/1]
DOLBY DIGITAL [3/1]
dts [3/1]
MPEG [3/1]
DOLBY DIGITAL [2/2]
dts [2/2]
MPEG [2/2]
DOLBY DIGITAL [3/2]
dts [3/2]
MPEG [3/2]
DOLBY DIGITAL [2/0]
dts [2/0]
MPEG [2/0]
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
All speakers
present
DIGITALaC
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaL C R
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaLSR
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaL CSR
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaLLSR
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaLLSC R
DTS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
DTS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
Speaker Setup and Playback Channel Display
Rear speakers
absent
DIGITALaC
C
DTS
C
MPEG
L R L R L R L R
R
L
L
C R
L
C R
L
L
S
L
S
CSR
L
CSR
L
L
LS
L
LS
C R
L
LS
C R
L
LS
L CSR
CSR
L
CSR
L
L CSR
R
R
R
RS
R
RS
R
RS
RS
RS
RS
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
DTS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
DTS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
L
L
DIGITALaL C R
L
L
DIGITALaL
L
L
DIGITALaL CSR
L
L
DIGITALaLLSR
L
LS
L
LS
DIGITALaLLSC R
L
LS
L
LS
L CSR
L
L
L CSR
Center speaker
C
DTS
C
MPEG
R
DTS
R
MPEG
C R
DTS
C R
MPEG
R
S
R
S
DTS
R
S
MPEG
CSR
DTS
CSR
MPEG
RS
R
RS
DTS
R
RS
MPEG
RS
C R
RS
DTS
C R
RS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
CSR
DTS
CSR
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
absent
DIGITALaC
C
C
L
L
DIGITALaL CR
CR
L
CR
L
DIGITALaLSR
L
L
DIGITALaL CSR
CSR
L
CSR
L
DIGITALaLLSR
L
LS
L
LS
DIGITALaLLSCR
CR
L
LS
CR
L
LS
L CSR
CSR
L
CSR
L
L CSR
Rear/center
speakers absent
DIGITALaC
DTS
MPEG
R
DTS
R
MPEG
DIGITALaL CR
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaL
R
S
DTS
R
S
MPEG
DIGITALaL CSR
DTS
MPEG
DIGITALaLLSR
RS
R
RS
DTS
R
RS
MPEG
DIGITALaLLSCR
RS
RS
DTS
RS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
DTS
MPEG
PRO LOGIC
C
C
L
L
CR
L
CR
L
S
L
S
L
S
CSR
L
CSR
L
L
LS
L
LS
CR
L
LS
CR
L
LS
L CSR
CSR
L
CSR
L
L CSR
R
R
R
R
R
RS
R
RS
R
RS
RS
RS
RS
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LINEAR PCM**
ANALOG STEREO
L R L R L R L R
L R L R L R L R
* Without Pro Logic
**When Pro Logic is ON or a “CINEMA” or “VIRTUAL” sound field is selected.
Settings and
Using the Menus
Adjustments
This chapter describes how to use the
menu operations to change various
settings, adjust the sound fields, and
customize various aspects of the
control amplifier’s functionality.
MAIN MENU
MASTER VOLUME
5
STANDBY
U
MAIN MENU
MENU
g
PHONES
+ / –
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
SP SET UP EQ SURR LEVEL CUSTOM
EQUALIZER BANK AUTO FORMAT
LD DVD TV
MODE–+2ch AUDIO SPLIT
TAPE MD/DAT CD TUNER PHONO
DIGITAL/ANALOG
INPUT SELECTOR
46
3
2
1
0
10
7
8
9
MENU
+/–
Use the menu operations to adjust various parameters
and customize the control amplifier to suit your listening
environment, your speaker, your components, and your
personal preferences.
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to display the menu
you desire.
See “Menu Function Table” starting on the next page
for a chart showing the menus and their respective
parameters.
2 Turn MENU to select the desired parameter from
the selected menu.
Settings and Adjustments
3 Turn +/– to select the setting you desire.
The new setting becomes effective and is stored
automatically.
4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to adjust all necessary
parameters.
Notes
• Certain parameters may not be available for adjustment due to
the setting of other parameters (etc.). Unavailable parameters
appear dimmed when shown in the display.
• An EQUALIZER BANK (1~5) must be chosen before the
EQUALIZER menu can be adjusted.
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Menu Function Table
Menus (Push MAIN MENU) Parameters (Turn MENU) Range (Turn +/–) Description
<SP SETUP> FRONT SP [LARGE] LARGE, SMALL Pages 18~19
Settings and Adjustments
<EQUALIZER> FRONT BASS 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps) Pages 32~33
CENTER SP [LARGE] LARGE, SMALL, NO
REAR SP [LARGE] LARGE, SMALL, NO
SUB WOOFER [YES] YES, NO
FRONT 5.0 meter From 1.0 to 12.0 m (in 0.1 m steps) Pages 19~20
CENTER 5.0 meter From 1.0 to 12.0 m (in 0.1 m steps)
REAR 3.5 meter From 1.0 to 12.0 m (in 0.1 m steps)
S.W 5.0 meter From 1.0 to 12.0 m (in 0.1 m steps)
S.W PHASE [NORMAL] NORMAL, REVERSE
REAR POSI. [BEHIND] SIDE, MIDDLE, BEHIND Pages 20~21
REAR HIGHT [LOW] HIGH, LOW
FRONT SP > 120 Hz From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps) Pages 21~22
CENTER SP > 120 Hz From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)
REAR SP > 120 Hz From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)
DIST. UNIT meter, feet Page 22
FRONT BASS 250 Hz From 99 Hz to 1 kHz (in 21 steps)
FRONT MID 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
FRONT MID ??? kHz From 198 Hz to 10 kHz (in 37 steps)
FRONT MID [WIDE] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
FRONT TREBLE 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
FRONT TREBLE 2.5 kHz From 1.0 to 10 kHz (in 23 steps)
CENTER BASS 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
CENTER BASS 250 Hz From 99 Hz to 1 kHz (in 21 steps)
CENTER MID 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
CENTER MID ??? kHz From 198 Hz to 10 kHz (in 37 steps)
CENTER MID [WIDE] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
CENTER TREBLE 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
CENTER TREBLE 2.5 kHz From 1.0 to 10 kHz (in 23 steps)
REAR BASS 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
REAR BASS 250 Hz From 99 Hz to 1 kHz (in 21 steps)
REAR MID 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
REAR MID ??? kHz From 198 Hz to 10 kHz (in 37 steps)
REAR MID [WIDE] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
REAR TREBLE 0 dB From –10.0 to +10.0 dB (in 0.5 dB steps)
REAR TREBLE 2.5 kHz From 1.0 to 8.6 kHz (in 23 steps)
PRESET (1~5) clear [YES] NO, YES Page 33
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