Sony Stereo Receiver STR DA90ESG User Manual
3-860-901-11(1)  
FM St e re o  
FM-AM Receiver  
Operating Instructions  
STR-DA90ESG  
© 1997 by Sony Corporation  
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For customers in the USA  
For detailed safety precautions, see the  
“IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” leaflet.  
Ta b le o f co n t e n t s  
Welcome! 4  
Hooking Up the System  
If you have any question or problem  
concerning your receiver, please  
consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
Hookup Overview 5  
Infrared (IR) Repeater Hookups 6  
Antenna Hookups 6  
Audio Component Hookups 7  
Speaker System Hookups 8  
TV/ VCR Hookups 11  
Digital Component Hookups 12  
AC Hookups 14  
About This Manual  
This manual is divided into three  
sections; Getting Started, On-screen  
Operations and Front Panel  
Operations.  
Setting Up the Remote for On-Screen Control  
Using the Remote 15  
Registering a TV (or Monitor) 17  
Registering Audio and Video Components 19  
The “Getting Started” section  
describes connections, how to set up  
the remote for on-screen control, and  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Surround.  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Surround Setup  
Specifying the Speaker Type 22  
Adjusting the Speaker Volume 23  
The “On-Screen Operations” section  
describes how to operate the receiver  
using the remote to manipulate the  
on-screen display on your TV screen.  
The remote lets you perform almost  
all of the receiver operations.  
Playback/Recording  
Selecting a Component 24  
Watching TV or Video Programs 26  
Tuning and Presetting Radio Stations 27  
Recording 29  
Sound Adjustment  
You can also control the receiver  
without the remote. The “Front  
Panel Operations” section describes  
how to operate the receiver using the  
front panel controls. In addition, for  
the USA and Canadian models, this  
section also explains how to use the  
remote short-cut buttons.  
Using the Pre-programmed Sound Field 31  
Customizing the Sound Fields 34  
Additional Operations and Settings  
Registering Desired Component (User IR setting) 38  
Indexing 39  
Playing Sources Automatically (Auto Play) 40  
Starting a Source Automatically at Power On (Auto Start) 40  
Starting Several Components in Sequence Automatically  
(Macro Play) 41  
Adjusting the Sensitivity of the Remote 42  
Changing the Display Settings 42  
Using the Sleep Timer 44  
The following icon is used in this  
manual:  
Indicates hints and tips for  
making the task easier.  
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Operating a CD Changer 44  
Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)  
Front Panel Descriptions 47  
Remote Descriptions 48  
Selecting a Component 49  
Tuning Radio Stations 50  
Recording 51  
Adjusting the Sound 52  
Customizing the Receiver Operations 54  
Indexing 55  
Playing Components Without the TV (Flasher)  
(except for USA and Canada) 56  
Additional Information  
Troubleshooting 57  
Specifications 59  
Glossary 61  
Index (Back Cover)  
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We lco m e !  
Thank you for purchasing the STR-DA90ESG Sony FM  
Stereo/ FM-AM Receiver.  
About the color system for video input  
Your new receiver is an audio/ video control center  
with a unique interface. When you connect the  
receiver to your TV, an on-screen display (shown  
below) appears and lets you operate the various  
connected audio/ video components with this  
receiver’s remote.  
This unit is compatible with the following color  
systems.  
USA and Canadian model : NTSC  
Australian model :  
PAL*  
Also, the on-screen display lets you control any other  
device that can be controlled by an infrared remote  
control, such as air conditioners.  
* Although the normal OSD is displayed in color, when  
video signals are input from other components the  
OSD is displayed in black and white.  
Understanding How the Receiver Works  
1 The remote emits an infrared (IR) signal when you  
press direction control button (see 1 below).  
2 This controls the movement of the pointer (hand-  
shaped icon) in the on-screen display (see 2 below).  
3 When you move the pointer to an on-screen icon,  
and press the center of the direction control button  
on the remote, the infrared (IR) emitter on the front  
panel transmits the corresponding IR control code to  
the respective component (see 3 below).  
Video signal (Input from source  
components combined w ith on-screen  
display)  
IR control codes  
LD player, etc.  
IR receptor  
IR emitter  
STR-DA90ESG  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
Video signal  
Video signal  
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SUB USER  
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TV (monitor)  
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Australia  
(RM-VR101)  
For USA  
and Canada  
(RM-H501)  
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Hookup Overview  
The receiver allows you to connect and control the  
following audio/ video components. For details on  
connection of each component, see the pages in  
parentheses.  
Infrared (IR) Repeater  
Hookups (6)  
TV/VCR Hookups (11)  
Video camera/  
video game  
TV tuner/Digital Broadcasting  
Satellites (DBS) receiver*  
LD/DVD  
player  
VCR  
TV/MONITOR  
IR Repeater  
Digital  
Component  
Hookups (12)  
ANTENNA TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
MONITOR  
IR OUT S-LINK  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
AC OUTLET  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
DVD player  
(etc.)  
CENTER SPEAKER  
REAR SPEAKERS  
PRE OUT  
PHONO  
CD  
DAT/MD  
TAPE  
To the  
DIGITAL  
front panel  
CD  
player  
Center  
Rear  
Rear  
DAT/MD  
deck  
Tape  
deck  
Front  
speaker (L)  
Front  
speaker (R)  
AM/FM antenna  
Turntable  
speaker speaker (R) speaker (L)  
Antenna Hookups (6)  
Audio Component Hookups (7)  
Speaker System Hookups (8)  
Before you get started  
• Check that you received the following items with the  
receiver:  
- FM wire antenna (1)  
- AM loop antenna (1)  
- Remote commander (remote) (1)  
(remote for USA and Canada: RM-H501)  
(remote for Australia: RM-VR101)  
- Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
- IR repeater (1)  
• 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.  
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Infrared (IR) Repeater Hookups  
Antenna Hookups  
The IR repeater emits infrared signals corresponding to  
those emitted by the remote controls supplied with the  
components. Connect the IR repeater if:  
You can receive radio broadcasts by connecting FM  
and AM antennas.  
• You experience difficulty controlling a certain  
component using the on-screen display control.  
• Your installation configuration prevents the IR  
repeater on the receiver’s front panel from reaching  
all of the components you need to control.  
After connecting the IR repeater, set it above or below  
the IR sensor on the component(s) to be controlled.  
Each IR repeater can send infrared signals to one  
component.  
FM w ire antenna  
(supplied)  
ANTENNA  
Extend the  
FM wire  
antenna  
AM loop antenna  
(supplied)  
FM  
75Ω  
COAXIAL  
horizontally.  
AM  
Adjust the  
direction.  
IR repeater  
µ
IR sensor  
Component  
infrared  
signals  
IR OUT  
IR repeater(s)  
Connecting an outdoor antenna  
We recommend that you connect an outdoor antenna  
for better reception. Connect an optional FM outdoor  
antenna for FM.  
FM outdoor antenna  
(not supplied)  
ANTENNA  
FM  
75Ω  
75-ohm  
COAXIAL  
Note  
coaxial cable  
Use the supplied adhesive tape to secure the IR repeater so  
(not supplied)  
AM  
that its front faces the component to be controlled.  
Ground w ire  
(not supplied)  
to ground  
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Important  
If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground it against  
lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the  
ground wire to a gas pipe.  
Audio Component Hookups  
You can use the receiver as an amplifier by completing  
these connections.  
Notes  
•
Do not use the y SIGNAL GND for this connection.  
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away  
from the receiver and TV.  
If your components are Sony products, connect them to  
the jacks as shown in the table on page 19 so that the IR  
registration is unnecessary.  
•
For digital connections see “Digital Component Hookups”  
(page 12).  
S-LINK/CTRL A1  
d PHONO a CD c DAT/MD b TAPE  
What cords will I need?  
Audio cord (not supplied)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
Ç : signal flow  
a CD (to CD player)  
Receiver  
CD player  
OUTPUT  
CD  
LINE  
L
R
IN  
b TAPE (to a tape deck)  
Receiver  
Tape deck  
OUTPUT INPUT  
TAPE  
LINE  
LINE  
L
L
R
R
RECOUT  
IN  
(co n t in u e d )  
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c DAT/MD (to DAT/MD deck)  
Speaker System Hookups  
Receiver  
DAT/MD  
OUTPUT INPUT  
DAT/MD  
LINE LINE  
L
Although front (left and right) speakers are required,  
center and rear speakers are required only for enjoying  
surround sound.  
L
R
R
RECOUT  
IN  
What cords will I need?  
d PHONO (to a turntable)*  
Speaker cord (not supplied)  
(+)  
(–)  
(+)  
(–)  
Receiver  
PHONO  
Turntable  
L
OUTPUT  
R
Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/ 3 inch (15  
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.  
IN  
* If your turntable has an earth lead, connect it to y  
SIGNAL GND on the unit to prevent hum.  
Front speaker (R)  
Receiver  
Front speaker (L)  
z To use Sony components with a CONTROL A1  
terminal  
FRONT  
SPEAKERS  
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω  
B
A
R
L
R
L
You can connect a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony CD  
player, tape deck or MD deck to the receiver. Use a  
CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the CTRL  
A1 jack on each component to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack  
on the receiver. See the instructions for each  
component.  
+
–
+
–
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
z You can display the operating status of the  
component connected to the CTRL A1 jack  
See page 55.  
z To use a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE  
selector  
•
If the changer does not have a VIDEO OUT jack, set  
the command mode to “CD 1” and connect the  
changer to the CD jack on the receiver.  
PRE OUT  
CENTER  
PRE OUT  
WOOFER  
•
If the changer has a VIDEO OUT jack, set the  
command mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer  
to the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or LD jack on the receiver.  
Rear  
Center  
Rear  
speaker (R) speaker  
speaker (L)  
CENTER SPEAKER  
REAR SPEAKERS  
R
L
+
+
–
–
IMPEDAMCE USE 4-16Ω  
IMPEDAMCE USE 4-16Ω  
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Depending on the shape of your room (etc.), you may  
wish to place the rear speakers behind you instead of  
on the side walls. One advantage of this placement is  
that you can use a pair of large floor standing speakers  
matching your front speakers.  
Speaker placement  
Normally, to obtain the best possible surround sound  
all speakers should be placed the same distance from  
your listening position (A).  
This unit, however, allows you to place the center  
speaker closer (B), so that is lines up with the front  
speakers. The rear speakers can also be placed closer  
(C), according to the shape of your room.  
B
If you feel that this placement reduces the surround  
effects, you can adjust the center and rear delay  
parameters to obtain the effect you desire (see page 36).  
A
A
45°  
Note  
C
C
To take full advantage of Dolby Digital (AC-3) surround  
effects we reccommend using high quality speakers. We also  
reccommend using front, center, and rear speakers that are  
of the same size and quality.  
90°  
20°  
B
Note  
A
A
If you place the rear speakers behind you, be sure to check  
the rear speaker position setting in the SPEAKER SETUP  
before using the VIRTUAL MULTI REAR and VIRTUAL  
REAR SHIFT sound fields (see pages 22 and 32 for details).  
45°  
C
C
z You can connect an active woofer  
You can reinforce the bass sound by connecting an  
optional active woofer to the PRE OUT WOOFER  
terminal.  
90°  
20°  
Receiver  
Active w oofer  
PRE OUT  
INPUT  
FRONT  
REAR  
CENTER  
Notes  
L
WOOFER  
•
Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from  
R
the listening position than the front speakers.  
•
When mounting the rear speakers on side walls  
perpendicular to the listening position they should be  
placed 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 feet) above the listening position.  
z If you want to use your TV monitor’s speakers as the  
center speaker  
Connect them to the PRE OUT CENTER terminal.  
Rear speaker  
60 - 90 cm  
(2 - 3 feet)  
Front speaker  
(co n t in u e d )  
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Selecting the speaker system  
For even more powerful amplification  
You can connect one set or two sets of speakers. Set the  
SPEAKERS selector on the front panel according to  
your speaker system.  
You can enjoy more powerful sond by connecting three  
additional amplifiers.  
a Front speakers  
b Center Speaker  
To drive  
Set SPEAKERS selector to  
Speaker system A  
A
(connected to the FRONT  
SPEAKERS A terminals)  
First amplifier  
Second amplifier  
Speaker system B  
B
(connected to the FRONT  
SPEAKERS B terminals)  
Both speaker systems A and B  
(parallel connection)  
A+B*  
* Connect speakers with nominal impedance of 8 ohms, or  
higher, to the A and B terminals.  
Selecting the impedance  
Third amplifier  
Check the impedance of your speakers (usually  
indicated on the back of the speaker), and set the  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers.  
Active  
Woofer(s)  
If nominal impedance of  
your speaker is  
Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
your speaker is to  
c Rear Speakers  
Between 4 and 8 ohms  
8 ohms or higher  
4 Ω  
a Front Speakers  
The front signals are output from the PRE OUT  
FRONT terminals.  
8 Ω  
b Center Speaker  
The center signals are output from the PRE OUT  
CENTER terminal.  
c Rear Speakers  
The rear signals are output from the PRE OUT REAR  
terminals.  
To adjust the volume  
Set the volume of the additional amplifiers to the  
maximum position, and adjust the volume with the  
volume control of the receiver.  
Note  
For best results, we recommend that you use equivalent  
amplifiers to boost front, center, and rear outputs.  
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a MONITOR (to TV or monitor)  
Be sure to use your TV as a monitor, and use the TV  
tuner built-in to the VCR to watch TV programs. If  
you use your TV’s tuner, the on-screen display will  
change to a TV program when you switch channels.  
Also, do not connect anything to the TV/ DBS IN jacks.  
If you connect a Sony TV with TV OUT jacks, you can  
use the TV tuner in your TV (see page 26 for details)  
and the TV/ DBS IN jacks without disrupting the on-  
screen display.  
TV-VCR Hookups  
You must connect a TV to control the receiver using the  
on-screen display. Also, to enjoy the Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround encoded videos and TV programs, you need  
to connect TV and VCRs together with the center and  
rear speakers.  
If your components are Sony products, connect them to  
the jacks as shown in the table on page 19, this makes  
IR registration is unnecessary.  
Receiver  
MONITOR  
S VIDEO  
OUT  
Monitor  
For digital connections see “Digital Component  
Hookups” (page 12)  
INPUT  
OUT  
d TV/DBS c LD/DVD b VIDEO 1, 2 a MONITOR  
b VIDEO 1, 2 (to VCR)  
Connect VCRs to the VIDEO 1 or/ and VIDEO 2 jacks.  
If you connect a Sony StarSight tuner, connect it to the  
VIDEO 1 jacks.  
Receiver  
VIDEO  
1
S VIDEO S VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
e VIDEO 3 INPUT  
(on the front panel)  
VCR  
OUTPUT INPUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
What cables will I need?  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
•
Audio/ video cable (not supplied)  
L
L
Yellow  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
Yellow  
R
R
White (L)  
Red (R)  
c LD/DVD (to LD or DVD player)  
•
Video cable (not supplied)  
Yellow  
Yellow  
Receiver  
LD/DVD  
S VIDEO  
IN  
Make sure to match the color of the plugs and the  
jacks: Yellow (video) to Yellow; White (left, audio) to  
White; and Red (right, audio) to Red. If your  
LD/DVD  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
components have S-video jacks, we recommend that  
you use the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks.  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
L
L
Ç : signal flow  
R
R
(co n t in u e d )  
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d TV/DBS (to TV tuner or Digital Broadcasting Satellites  
(DBS) receiver)  
Digital Component Hookups  
Receiver  
You can connect the optical digital output jack of a  
DVD player, DAT/ MD deck, CD player (etc.) to the  
receiver’s optical digital input jacks.  
TV/DBS  
S VIDEO  
IN  
TV tuner/DBS  
OUTPUT  
You can also connect the AC-3 RF output terminal of  
an LD player to the receiver’s AC-3 RF IN terminal.  
You can connect the receiver’s optical digital output  
jack to a DAT/ MD deck.  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
L
L
After making digital connections, also be sure to select  
the appropriate INPUT MODE (see page 25 for details).  
R
R
c LD/DVD:  
b LD/DVD:  
a LD/DVD:  
AC-3 RF IN  
COAXIAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
e VIDEO 3 INPUT (to a video camera or a video game)  
To access the VIDEO 3 INPUT, press OPEN/ CLOSE on  
the front panel to open the control panel cover.  
Receiver  
(front panel)  
Video camera/  
video game  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
VIDEO 3  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
L
f DAT/MD:  
OPTICAL IN(OUT) OPTICAL IN  
e CD:  
d TV/DBS:  
OPTICAL IN  
R
Note  
What cords will I need?  
Set the TV tuner to skip channels where there is no broadcast  
so that an image is always displayed on the TV screen;  
otherwise, the on-screen display is distorted.  
•
Optical digital connecting cord (not supplied)  
•
Coaxial digital connection cord (not supplied)  
Ç : signal flow  
a LD/DVD IN: OPTICAL (to DVD player)  
If you connect a DVD player to the analog LD/ DVD in  
jacks, be sure to connect the DVD player’s optical  
digital output to the LD/ DVD IN : OPTICAL jack.  
Receiver  
DVD player  
DIGITAL  
LD  
DVD  
AC-3 RF IN  
OUT  
LD  
DVD  
COAXIAL IN  
LD  
DVD  
OPTICAL IN  
TV  
DBS  
OPTICAL IN  
CD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
If your DVD player has a COAXIAL DIGITAL  
OUTPUT, we recommend connecting the DVD player’s  
COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT to this unit’s LD/ DVD  
COAXIAL IN jack instead of making the optical  
connection shown above.  
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b DVD/LD COAXIAL (to DVD player)  
e CD OPTICAL IN (to CD player)  
Receiver  
CD player  
Receiver  
DVD player  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
LD  
DVD  
LD  
DVD  
AC-3 RF IN  
OUT  
AC-3 RF IN  
OUT  
LD  
DVD  
LD  
DVD  
COAXIAL IN  
COAXIAL IN  
LD  
DVD  
LD  
DVD  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
TV  
DBS  
TV  
DBS  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
CD  
CD  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL OUT  
c LD/DVD AC-3 RF (to LD player)  
DIGITAL  
If you connect an LD player to the analog LD/ DVD in  
jacks, be sure to connect the LD player’s AC-3 RF  
output to the LD/ DVD AC-3 RF IN jack.  
f DAT/MD OPTICAL IN(OUT) (to DAT or MD deck)  
Receiver  
LD player  
Receiver  
DAT/MD deck  
AC-3  
RF  
DIGITAL  
LD  
LD  
DVD  
DVD  
AC-3 RF IN  
AC-3 RF IN  
OUT  
OUT  
IN  
LD  
LD  
DVD  
DVD  
COAXIAL IN  
COAXIAL IN  
LD  
LD  
DVD  
DVD  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
TV  
TV  
DBS  
DBS  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
CD  
CD  
OPTICAL IN  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL OUT  
d TV/DBS OPTICAL IN (to TV/DBS tuner)  
DIGITAL  
Receiver  
TV/DBS tuner  
DIGITAL  
Notes  
LD  
DVD  
AC-3 RF IN  
OUT  
• This unit is only compatible with digital components  
using 32 kHz/ 44.1 kHz/ 48 kHz sampling frequencies. It  
is not compatible with 96 kHz.  
LD  
DVD  
COAXIAL IN  
LD  
DVD  
• Be sure to connect digital components (CD player, DAT/  
MD deck, etc.) to the analog jacks as well as the digital  
jacks in order to do analog recording.  
OPTICAL IN  
TV  
DBS  
OPTICAL IN  
CD  
OPTICAL IN  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL IN  
Warning regarding the playback of DAT/MD sources  
When playing DAT/ MD sources through this unit, do  
not play a DAT/ MD that contains digital recordings  
made from a DVD player whose digital output was set to  
“DOLBY DIGITAL”. High volume noise will be output  
which may damage this unit or your speakers.  
DAT  
MD  
OPTICAL OUT  
DIGITAL  
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Before using for the first time  
AC Hookups  
Be sure to clear the receiver’s memory before using  
for the first time.  
Connecting the AC power cord  
1
2
Make sure the POWER is set to off.  
Connect the AC power cord from this receiver and  
from your audio/ video components to a wall outlet.  
If you connect other audio components to the  
SWITCHED AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the  
receiver can supply power to the connected  
components so you can turn on/ off the entire system  
when you turn on/ off the receiver.  
While holding down the DISPLAY and PANEL  
UP/ DOWN buttons, press POWER to turn on  
the receiver.  
“ALL CLEAR!” appears in the display.  
PANEL  
UP/DOWN  
SWITCHED AC OUTLET(s)  
POWER DISPLAY  
Note  
Clearing the receiver’s memory erases all preset radio  
to a w all  
outlet  
stations and IR code settings etc.  
Caution  
Make sure that the power consumption of the component(s)  
connected to the receiver’s AC outlet(s) does not exceed the  
wattage indicated 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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Turning on the receiver and bringing up the  
on-screen display on your TV (or monitor)  
Using the Remote  
To turn on the receiver, point the remote at the IR  
receptor, and then press the direction control button on  
the remote once or twice. To bring up the on-screen  
display, turn on your TV and set it to the appropriate  
video input. If you register the IR code of your TV (see  
“Registering a TV (or Monitor)” on page 17), you can  
turn on your TV automatically whenever you turn on  
the receiver.  
Inserting batteries into the remote (USA  
and Canada)  
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with the + and – on  
the battery compartment. When using the remote,  
point it at the IR receptor on the receiver.  
IR receptor  
Inserting batteries into the remote  
(Australia)  
For Australia  
For USA and Canada  
Direction  
control  
button  
Direction  
control  
button  
1
Open the cover on the  
bottom of the remote.  
¢
¢
·
∏
PUSH  
ENTER  
≠
º
±
‚
¢
2
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with correct  
polarity (+/ –), then close the cover.  
b
Notes on the remote  
Battery life  
Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6  
months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver,  
replace both batteries with new ones.  
Notes  
•
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid  
place.  
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•
•
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.  
•
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Notes on handling the remote (for Australia)  
How to use the remote  
•
Do not cover the IR emitter on the remote when operating  
The supplied remote lets you perform almost all of the  
receiver operations.  
the remote.  
This section describes how to use the direction control  
button. For certain operations, you can also control the  
receiver using the other (short-cut) buttons instead of  
the direction control button.  
30°  
For details, see page 48.  
IR emitter  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
•
Hold the remote with its direction control button facing  
up, as shown below.  
Pointer  
Blank  
area  
INPUT  
SUB USER  
0
(
)
p
P
=
+
For Australia  
Direction  
For USA and Canada  
Direction  
control  
button  
control  
button  
Â
Â
¢
¢
·
∏
PUSH  
ENTER  
≠
º
±
‚
M
m
M
m
¢
µ
µ
1
2
Press the direction control button on the remote  
once to recall the on-screen display.  
Press repeatedly (or hold down) the corner of the  
direction control button (M, m, Â, µ) in the  
direction you want to move the pointer (hand-  
shaped icon) on the on-screen display.  
3
To “click” on an item, position the pointer so that  
it is on one of the on-screen items, then press and  
quickly release the center of the direction control  
button (indicated by “PUSH ENTER”).  
To make the on-screen display disappear  
Position the pointer in the blank area, and press the center of  
the direction control button.  
•
Fo r USA a n d Ca n a d a : You can also turn the on-screen  
display on or off by pressing GUI.  
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• Sony TV  
1 Click Sony TV.  
Registering a TV (or Monitor)  
2 Click VIDEO 1, 2 or 3 to select the video  
input of the TV that is connected to the  
receiver.  
3 If your TV type is a wide screen type (screen  
ratio:16 x 9), click WIDE (except for Australian  
models).  
You must register the IR code of your TV (or monitor)  
in order to turn on your TV automatically whenever  
you turn on the receiver.  
IR code registration is unnecessary in the  
following case  
The IR codes are automatically registered  
and registration is complete.  
If your TV is a Sony product that can be controlled by  
an infrared remote, and it is connected to the receiver  
by its VIDEO 1 video input jack, you do not need to  
register its IR code.  
TV MONITOR SET  
Sony  
OTHER TV  
TV  
TV IR SET  
VIDEO  
NORMAL WIDE  
1
2
3
TV INPUT  
TV SIZE  
Registering IR codes  
1
Turn on the receiver and the TV.  
Make sure the input selector on the TV is set to  
the video input.  
RETURN  
EXIT  
• Non-Sony TV  
1 Click OTHER TV.  
2
Click SETUP in the main menu.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
2 Click VIDEO 1, 2 or 3 to select the video input  
of the TV that is connected to the receiver.  
3 If you are using a wide TV, click WIDE (except  
for Australian models).  
4 Go to step 5.  
TV MONITOR SET  
Sony  
OTHER TV  
TV  
TV IR SET  
LIST  
BAND FM 102.50  
SUB  
USER  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
VIDEO  
NORMAL WIDE  
1
2
3
TV INPUT  
TV SIZE  
3
Click TV SET.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
RETURN  
EXIT  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
5
6
Cover the IR sensor on the TV to prevent  
accidental operation. Otherwise, the on-screen  
display may be turned off during the registration  
procedure.  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
EXIT  
Click START.  
TV MONITOR SET  
Sony  
TV  
TV IR SET  
OTHER TV  
START  
VIDEO  
NORMAL WIDE  
1
2
3
TV INPUT  
TV SIZE  
RETURN  
EXIT  
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When “PUSH YOUR REMOTE” appears in the  
When registering the IR code, be sure to do the  
following; otherwise, the IR code may not be  
registered correctly.  
on-screen display, press the button on the TV's  
remote that corresponds to the highlighted  
control button (e.g., POWER).  
•
Point the remote at the LEARNING SENSOR on the  
• If your TV’s remote has an independent input  
selector button (e.g., VIDEO 1).  
receiver from a distance of less than 4 inches (10 cm).  
• Hold down the button on the remote for about 2 or 3  
seconds until the “RECEIVING” display switches to  
“RELEASE YOUR REMOTE”.  
Register the IR code of this button when the VIDEO 1  
button appears. When you turn on the receiver, the  
TV switches to the video input automatically.  
• If your TV does not have an independent input  
selector button or has a cyclic input selector  
button.  
•
Keep the remote pointed horizontally at the  
LEARNING SENSOR until the code is registered.  
Do not register an IR code of the input selector  
button. The TV’s input cannot be switched  
automatically when you turn on the receiver. Switch  
the TV to the video input manually. If you registered  
an IR code for the VIDEO 1 button, erase the VIDEO 1  
code following the steps in “To erase a specific IR  
code” below.  
8
Repeat step 7 for the remaining buttons that  
appear in the on-screen display.  
If “NG” is displayed, an IR code was not  
registered correctly. In this case, repeat step 7  
again.  
To return to the main menu  
• If you selected WIDE in step 4.  
Click EXIT.  
Register the IR code for the wide TV mode button on  
your TV’s remote when the WIDE TV DISPLAY  
MODE button appears.  
To return to a previous menu  
Click RETURN.  
TV IR SET  
z To exchange from a non-Sony TV to a Sony TV  
Connect the receiver’s MONITOR OUT jack to the  
VIDEO 1 input jack of the Sony TV. Follow the  
registration steps 1 to 3, then click SONY TV in step 4.  
Click VIDEO 1 2 3 and/ or WIDE to specify VIDEO 1  
and/ or WIDE if necessary.  
TV IR SET  
TV POWER  
VIDEO 1  
PUSH  
YOUR REMOTE  
CODE CLEAR  
Note  
RETURN  
EXIT  
Some IR codes may not have been successfully registered,  
even if “RELEASE YOUR REMOTE” appears on the TV  
screen. In this case, try registering the IR code again. If the  
IR code still cannot be registered, follow the procedure  
described in “Registering Desired Components (User IR  
setting)” on page 38.  
For Australian models  
The on-screen display also includes the following  
settings for your TV's remote control.  
•
TV/ VIDEO : Use to program the cyclic input selector  
button on your TV’s remote. This allows you to  
switch the TV’s input selector using this unit’s  
remote. Do not program an independant input  
selector button at this setting.  
Erasing TV IR codes  
•
WIDE TV DISPLAY MODE: Use to program the wide  
TV mode button on your TV’s remote.  
Click CODE CLEAR in the TV IR SET menu that  
appears when you click START.  
• To erase a specific IR code  
1 Click SINGLE IR CODE CLEAR.  
“SELECT CLEAR CODE KEY” appears.  
2 Click the button you want to clear.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
LEARNING  
SENSOR  
3 Click YES to erase the code.  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
To erase another code repeat steps 2 and 3.  
TV's remote  
• To erase all the TV IR codes  
1 Click TV IR CODE CLEAR.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
2 Click YES to erase the codes.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears in the display.  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
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Registering IR codes  
Registering Audio and Video  
Components  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
You must register the IR code of your audio/ video  
component to control your component using the on-  
screen display.  
2
Click IR SET.  
IR code registration is unnecessary in the  
following case  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
FUNC  
SETUP  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
If your audio/ video component is a Sony product that  
can be controlled by an infrared remote, and it is  
connected to the jacks shown in the following table,  
you do not need to register the IR code.  
CD  
TUNER  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
Receiver jacks  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
LD/ DVD  
TV/ DBS  
DAT/ MD  
CD  
Component to be connected  
Sony VTR 3 (VHS)  
EXIT  
Sony VTR 1 (BETA)  
Sony VTR 2 (8 mm)  
Sony LD player  
3
Click the name of the receiver's jack you want.  
IR CODE SETTING  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
LD/DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
1
2
3
Sony VTR3  
Sony VTR1  
Sony VTR2  
Sony LD  
Sony DBS  
Sony TAPE  
Sony DAT  
Sony CD1  
Sony DBS receiver  
Sony DAT deck  
Sony CD player (CD 1)  
Sony Tape deck  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TAPE  
MONITOR  
Sony TV (via its VIDEO 1 jack)  
RETURN  
EXIT  
The following cases require registration of Sony products  
• When connecting a Sony MD deck to the DAT/ MD  
jacks.  
• When connecting a Sony audio product with  
CONTROL-A1 compatibility.  
• When connecting a Sony product to jacks other than  
those specified in the previous table (e.g., when  
connecting a Sony LD player to the VIDEO 3 jacks).  
• When exchanging a non-Sony audio or video  
component with a Sony product.  
Receiver's jacks  
Connected  
component  
4
• Sony product  
Click Sony.  
The IR codes are automatically registered and  
registration is complete.  
IR CODE SETTING  
MAKER  
OUTPUT  
Sony  
IR  
OTHER  
To take advantage of CONTROL-A1 compatible audio  
components, such as multi-disc CD players, click  
CONTROL-A1 to select CONTROL-A1.  
Notes  
•
If your VCR has a COMMAND CODE selector switch (for  
VTR1, VTR2, or VTR3), set the switch to the applicable  
setting. If your VCR has a built-in StarSight tuner, you  
must set the COMMAND CODE selector switch to VTR 3.  
If your CD changer has a COMMAND MODE selector  
switch (for CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3), normally it should be set  
to “CD 1.” However, if your CD changer has VIDEO OUT  
terminals, set the command mode to “CD 2” or “CD 3”  
(“CD 3” should be used only when making CONTROL-A1  
connections).  
• non-Sony product  
Click OTHER.  
•
IR CODE SETTING  
MAKER  
OUTPUT  
Sony  
IR  
OTHER  
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Click the respective component.  
3 Click TEST.  
If the selected component turns on, the IR  
codes have been registered. The registration is  
complete.  
IR CODE SETTING  
If the component does not turn on:  
Click the number button beside the  
manufacturer’s name to select another number,  
then click TEST again.  
If the component still does not turn on:  
Cover the IR sensor on the component to  
prevent accidental operation during the  
registration procedure is complete, click  
OTHER, then go to step 6.  
MAKER  
OUTPUT  
VCR  
Sony  
IR  
DVD  
LD  
OTHER  
TAPE  
DAT  
MD  
TV  
CD  
START  
RETURN  
EXIT  
• If the component is not a VCR or laser disc  
player  
1 Cover the IR sensor on the component to  
prevent accidental operation during the  
registration procedure.  
6
When “PUSH YOUR REMOTE” appears, press  
the button on your audio/video component's  
remote that corresponds to the control button  
highlighted.  
2 Click START, then go to step 6.  
is the POWER switch.  
After you have registered all the IR codes, the IR CODE  
SETTING menu reappears.  
• If the component is a VCR, DVD or laser disc  
player:  
1 Click START.  
A list of other manufacturers appears.  
IR CODE SETTING  
CD  
MD  
0
(
)
4
p
P
=
+
1
9
2
3
5
6
7
8
START  
10/0 >10  
RETURN  
EXIT  
DISC  
TRACK  
ENTER  
D. SKIP  
PUSH  
YOUR REMOTE  
CODE CLEAR  
2 Click the manufacturer of the component you  
want.  
The IR codes for that component are  
automatically registered.  
RETURN  
EXIT  
VCR MAKER SETTING  
LEARNING  
SENSOR  
EMERSON  
FISHER  
1 2 3 4 AKAI  
1 2  
1 2  
1 2  
1 2  
1 2 3  
1 2  
1 2  
GE  
JVC  
RCA  
PANASONIC  
TOSHIBA  
MITSUBISHI  
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
1 2 3 SANYO 1 2  
SHARP  
audio/video component's  
remote  
ZENITH  
PHILIPS  
OTHER  
TEST  
RETURN  
EXIT  
When registering the IR code, be sure to do the  
following; otherwise, the IR code may not be  
registered correctly.  
If the manufacturer is not listed, cover the IR  
sensor on the component to prevent accidental  
operation during the registration procedure,  
click OTHER, then go to step 6.  
•
Point the remote at the LEARNING SENSOR on the  
receiver from a distance of less than 4 inches (10 cm).  
• Hold down the button on the remote for about 2 or 3  
seconds until the “RECEIVING” display switches to  
“RELEASE YOUR REMOTE”.  
•
Keep the remote pointed horizontally at the  
LEARNING SENSOR until the code is registered.  
7
Repeat steps 3 to 6 to register IR codes from other  
components.  
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To return to the main menu  
Click EXIT.  
Erasing IR codes  
Click CODE CLEAR in the IR CODE SETTING menu  
that appears when you click START.  
To return to a previous menu  
Click RETURN.  
• To erase a specific IR code  
1 Click SINGLE IR CODE CLEAR.  
To register special IR codes that do not appear as on-  
screen controls  
See “Registering Desired Components (User IR setting)” on  
“SELECT CLEAR CODE KEY” appears.  
2 Click the button you want to clear.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
page 38.  
3 Click YES to erase the code.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears.  
Notes  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
•
If the IR codes do not operate as expected, perform the  
registration operation(s) again to make sure the IR codes  
are registered correctly. If the IR code still cannot be  
registered, see “Registering Desired Components (User IR  
setting)” on page 38.  
To erase another code, repeat steps 2 and 3.  
• To erase all the IR codes for the current component  
(e.g., OTHER CD)  
1 Click (OTHER CD) CODE CLEAR.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
•
•
•
If you experience difficulty operating the INPUT, number,  
or ENTER buttons of a VCR or LD player after automatic  
registration in step 5, register the IR codes for that  
component manually as shown in step 6.  
2 Click YES to erase the codes.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears.  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
• To erase all the IR codes  
1 Click ALL IR CODE CLEAR.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
2 Click YES to erase the codes.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears.  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
When using components made by other manufacturers,  
certain operations may not be possible even after selecting  
manufacturer (in step 5). In this case, register the IR codes  
for those buttons manually as shown in step 6.  
If you register a playback source as TOSHIBA 2 or RCA 2,  
you cannot turn the TV on or off using the receiver’s  
remote (the power will not go on when you click TEST).  
Do not register the same type of component (e.g., an LD  
player) at several different functions.  
•
•
You can register about 200 IR codes, including user IR  
codes (see page 38); however, depending on the type of  
codes recorded, the maximum limit may be less than 100.  
It may be difficult or impossible to register about 200  
codes under the following conditions:  
-When registering from remotes with weak batteries.  
-When registering IR codes that have been registered to a  
programmable remote (e.g., any IR code not originally  
supplied in the respective remote).  
•
•
Keep the LEARNING SENSOR away from fluorescent  
light or direct sunlight. Otherwise, the IR codes may not  
be registered.  
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two  
weeks, the registered IR codes will be erased. “ALL  
CLEAR!” will appear on the TV screen the next time you  
turn on the receiver.  
•
Some remote controls supplied with audio and video  
components made by other manufacturers may have a  
special formats. In such cases, it may not be possible for  
the receiver to learn (or properly execute) their command  
codes.  
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Rear speaker (REAR)  
•
If you connect a large speaker that will effectively  
Specifying the Speaker Type  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”.  
•
If you cannot obtain sufficient surround effects when  
playing a Dolby Digital (AC-3) source (a source for which  
the DISCRETE indicator lights), select “SMALL”. The bass  
frequencies for the rear speakers will be output from the  
sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, first  
specify the type of speakers you have connected Then  
use the test tone to adjust the speaker volumes to the  
same level.  
•
If you do not connect rear speakers, select “NO”.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu.  
Click SPEAKER.  
Rear speaker place (REAR)  
This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear  
speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema  
Sound VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT and VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
modes. Refer to the illustration below.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
FUNC  
SETUP  
•
Set to SIDE if the location of your rear speakers  
corresponds to section A.  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
CD  
TUNER  
•
Set to BEHIND if the location of your rear speakers  
corresponds to section B.  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
This setting effects only the VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT and  
VIRTUAL MULTI REAR modes.  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
This parameter does not appear when the rear speaker  
parameter is set to “NO”.  
EXIT  
3
Set the speaker size parameters according to the  
type of speakers you connected.  
SPEAKER SETUP  
p
FRONT  
CENTER  
REAR  
LARGE  
LARGE  
LARGE  
SIDE  
p
p
90°  
p
WOOFER  
YES  
A
A
45°  
B
B
RETURN  
EXIT  
20°  
Sub woofer (WOOFER)  
Front speaker (FRONT)  
•
•
•
If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES” to output the  
LFE (low frequency extension) channel from the sub  
woofer.  
•
If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”.  
•
If you cannot obtain sufficient surround effects when  
playing a Dolby Digital (AC-3) source (a source for which  
the DISCRETE indicator lights), select “SMALL”. The bass  
frequencies for the front speakers will be output from the  
sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
If you do not connect a sub woofer, select “NO”. This  
activates the Dolby Digital (AC-3) 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.  
Center speaker (CENTER)  
•
If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”.  
•
If you cannot obtain sufficient surround effects when  
playing a Dolby Digital (AC-3) source (a source for which  
the DISCRETE indicator lights), select “SMALL”. The bass  
frequencies for the center speaker will be output from the  
sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
•
If you do not connect the center speaker, select “NO”.  
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Center speaker level (CENTER)  
•
Click CENTER + or – to adjust the level of the center  
speaker from –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB/ steps).  
During this adjustment, the test tone is emitted from the  
center speaker.  
Adjusting the speaker volume  
•
Use the remote while seated in your listening position  
to adjust the volume of each speaker.  
Rear speaker level (REAR)  
Note  
•
Click REAR + or – to adjust the level of the rear  
speakers from –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB/ steps).  
During this adjustment, the test tone is emitted from  
both speakers simultaneously.  
This unit incorporates a new test tone with a frequency  
centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment.  
•
1
2
Click SOUND in the main menu.  
Click DOLBY, then click SUR.  
Rear speaker balance (--+--)  
•
Click REAR BALANCE ? or / to adjust the balance  
between the rear left and right speakers ±8 dB (1 dB/  
steps).  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
MUSIC  
SPORTS  
GAME  
•
During this adjustment, the test tone is emitted from  
both speakers simultaneously.  
DOLBY  
MOVIE  
3D  
5
Click TEST again to turn off the test tone.  
MODE NORMAL SURROUND  
SOUND FIELD  
BASS BOOST  
DIRECT PASS  
O N  
O N  
O N  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
To return to the main menu  
Click EXIT.  
To return to a previous menu  
EQ  
SUR  
EXIT  
Click RETURN.  
3
Click TEST.  
z You can adjust all speakers at one time  
Use MASTER VOL on the remote.  
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in  
sequence.  
z To adjust the subwoofer level (WOOFER)  
Click WOOFER + or – to adjust the level of the sub  
woofer from –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB/ steps).  
This adjustment is not possible during the test tone  
operation.  
SURROUND EDIT  
CENTER :  
+10 dB  
LEVEL  
+
–
+
–
WOOFER :  
REAR :  
– – – – – – + – – – – – –  
RETURN  
+10 dB  
+10 dB  
OTHER  
TEST  
Note  
+
–
REAR  
BALANCE  
The test tone cannot be used in the following cases:  
– When the SOUND FIELD is OFF  
– When a sound field genre other than “DOLBY” is  
selected.  
[
]
B
b
EXIT  
STANDARD  
4
From your listening position, use the remote to  
adjust the volume of each speaker so that the test  
tone can be heard at the same level from all  
speakers.  
SURROUND EDIT  
CENTER :  
+10 dB  
LEVEL  
+
–
TEST TONE  
OTHER  
TEST  
+
–
REAR  
BALANCE  
REAR :  
– – – – – – + – – – – – –  
RETURN  
+10 dB  
[
]
B
b
STANDARD  
EXIT  
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To listen to or watch  
Click*1  
Selecting a Component  
2
TV programs* or video tapes  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2  
or VIDEO 3  
You can listen to or watch a connected component by  
clicking on the component in the on-screen display.  
Laser Discs (LD) or DVD  
LD/ DVD  
TV/ DBS  
TV programs (only for Sony TV  
with TV OUT jacks) or Digital  
Broadcasting Satellites (DBS)*  
Before you begin, make sure you have:  
• Registered the IR codes for the connected  
components (see pages 17 to 21).  
• Turned MASTER VOL on the front panel to the  
leftmost position (0) to avoid damaging your  
speakers.  
2
Digital Audio Tapes (DAT) or  
MiniDiscs (MD)  
DAT/ MD  
Compact Discs (CD)  
CD  
3
Radio programs*  
TUNER  
• Set the Auto Play function to ON. (The factory  
setting is ON, see page 40.)  
4
Records  
PHONO*  
• Selected the appropriate speaker system (see page  
10).  
• Set BALANCE on the front panel to the center  
position.  
Analog audio tapes  
TAPE  
1
* If you connect the component to jacks other than  
those specified in the table, click the appropriate one  
according to your connection (e.g., If you connect the  
LD player to the VIDEO 3 jacks, click VIDEO 3 to  
watch the LD).  
1
Press the button on the remote once or twice to  
turn on the receiver.  
2
* For details about watching TV or controlling a DBS  
The TV turns on automatically, and the main  
menu appears. If the TV does not turn on  
automatically, see pages 17 to 18 to register your  
TV.  
receiver, see page 26.  
3
* For details about tuning radio stations, see page 27.  
4
* Control buttons do not appear when you select  
PHONO.  
2
3
Click FUNCTION in the main menu.  
4
Use MASTER VOL + or – on the remote to adjust  
the volume.  
To adjust the volume of the TV's speakers, use the  
volume control on the TV.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
To operate the selected component, click the  
control buttons. For details of the functions of the  
control buttons, see the instructions of the  
selected component. To display other control  
buttons for the selected component, click SUB.  
Click the component you want.  
The control buttons appear, then the component  
turns on and starts playing automatically.  
FUNCTION  
VIDEO 1  
SOUND  
SETUP  
TAPE  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
L D / DVD  
TV / DBS  
MACRO 1  
DAT / MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
MACRO 2  
INPUT  
SUB USER  
0
(
)
p
P
=
+
Control buttons  
To turn off the selected component  
EXIT  
Click  
in the bottom left corner. To turn on the  
component, follow steps 1 to 3.  
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To turn off all components  
Notes  
Press SYSTEM OFF (for USA and Canadian models) or ALL  
• Components of the same type (e.g., Sony LD player) will  
be controlled simultaneously by the on-screen controls.  
• If a component does not respond, it may be because IR  
codes from the IR emitter are not fully reaching the  
component. In this case, connect the extra IR repeater  
(supplied) and position it facing the component (see  
“Infrared (IR) Repeater Hookups” on page 6). If the IR  
repeater is already connected, change the position of the  
IR repeater or program source.  
OFF (for Australia) on the remote control.  
To mute the sound  
Click  
. The icon changes to  
. The MUTING  
indicator on the front panel lights up. To turn the sound  
back on, click on the icon again.  
•
For USA and Canada : You can also mute the sound by  
pressing MUTING on the remote control. The MUTING  
indicator on the front panel lights up. Press again to  
restore the sound.  
z To listen to digital program sources  
Click SETUP in the main menu, then click INPUT  
MODE.  
INPUT MODE SETTING  
AUTO  
AUTO  
AUTO  
AUTO  
LD/DVD  
TV/DBS  
DAT/MD  
CD  
RETURN  
EXIT  
Click the buttons next to each program source to select  
the audio signals you desire:  
•
AUTO : gives priority to digital signals when there  
are both digital and analog connections. If there are  
no digital signals, analog is selected.  
•
•
•
ANALOG : selects the analog audio signals input to  
the AUDIO IN (L and R) jacks.  
DIGITAL (OPTICAL) : selects the digital audio  
signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack.  
DIGITAL (COAXIAL) : selects the digital audio  
signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL IN jack (LD/  
DVD only).  
•
DIGITAL (AC-3 RF) : selects the digital RF audio  
signals input to the DIGITAL AC-3 RF IN jack (LD/  
DVD only).  
z You can play video and audio components at the  
same time  
Play a video component you want, then play audio  
component. Make sure the AUTO PLAY function is set  
to off (see page 40).  
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To watch TV programs using a Sony TV with TV OUT jacks  
When connecting a Sony TV with TV OUT jacks, connect the  
TV OUT jacks to this receiver’s TV/ DBS IN jacks, then set  
the TV/ DBS function to “Sony TV.” This lets you watch TV  
programs by selecting the TV/ DBS function. Also, use the  
TV’s VIDEO LABEL function to set the video input jack (e.g.,  
VIDEO 1 IN) connected to this receiver’s MONITOR OUT  
jack to “RECEIVER.”  
Watching TV or Video Programs  
Use the TV tuner built-in to the VCR to watch TV  
programs; otherwise, the on-screen display will change  
to a TV program when you switch channels. Also, set  
the VCR’s TV tuner to skip channels where there is no  
broadcast so that an image is always displayed on the  
TV screen; otherwise, the on-screen display will be  
distorted.  
To change the video input of a Sony VCR  
Click SUB, then click INPUT.  
Before you begin, make sure you have:  
• Connected your TV and VCR to the receiver (see  
pages 11 to 12).  
To switch the screen size when using a wide TV monitor  
Click  
repeatedly to select the screen size you desire.  
This operation is possible only when TV SIZE in the TV  
MONITOR SET menu is set to WIDE (see page 17).*  
* Except for Australian models.  
1
Select the appropriate VCR component (e.g.,  
VIDEO 2).  
•
For USA and Canada : You can also switch the screen size  
by pressing WIDE on the remote control repeatedly.  
For non-Sony TVs : You must register the IR code for the  
wide TV mode button on your TV’s remote (see pages 17  
and 18).  
Do not select TV/ DBS. If you select TV/ DBS, the  
Auto Play function (page 40) will not operate the  
next time you select the VCR.  
•
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
VIDEO 1  
TAPE  
DAT / MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
MACRO 2  
To control a Sony DBS receiver  
1 Select the component to which you assigned Sony DBS  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
L D / DVD  
TV / DBS  
MACRO 1  
receiver IR codes (e.g., TV/ DBS).  
2 Click CURSOR MENU.  
The DBS receiver control panel appears.  
The icons in the cursor menu have the same function as  
those on the DBS receiver (except for SELECT, which  
substitutes for the enter button). Click the boarders at the  
edge of the screen to move the DBS cursor.  
EXIT  
To jump between the current and the previous  
channels  
2
Click CH + or – to select the channel you desire.  
Click JUMP.  
–
+
SUB USER  
CH  
0
(
)
p
P
To control StarSight functions of a Sony VCR (USA and  
Canada only)  
REC  
1 Select the component to which you assigned StarSight  
If the Auto Play function is set to on (page 40).  
Be sure to click p to stop playback from the VCR before  
clicking CH + or –.  
VCR IR codes (e.g., VIDEO 1).  
2 Click SUB  
3 Click STARSIGHT.  
The StarSight control panel appears.  
Click the boarders at the edge of the screen to move the  
StarSight cursor.  
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If an AM program is noisy  
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for  
optimum reception.  
Tuning and Presetting Radio  
Stations  
The receiver lets you directly enter a station's  
frequency using the number buttons (Direct Tuning).  
You can also tune a station by scanning stations  
(Automatic Tuning), and by selecting preset stations  
(Preset Tuning: see page 28).  
If you cannot tune in a station and the entered  
numbers are flashing  
Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not,  
reenter the frequency you want.  
If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not  
used in your area.  
1
2
Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then click  
TUNER.  
If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning  
interval  
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down  
Click FM/ AM to select FM or AM, then click SUB.  
to the closest covered value.  
Tuning intervals for Direct Tuning are:  
FM: 50 kHz intervals  
LIST  
SUB  
USER  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
AM: 10 kHz intervals  
(except for Australian models)  
(to change to 9 kHz intervals, see page 60)  
9 kHz intervals  
3
Click DIRECT.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
To watch FM simulcast TV programs  
Make sure that you tune in the simulcast program on  
both the TV (or VCR) and the receiver.  
A
1
6
B
C
2
7
DIRECT  
FM MODE  
3
8
4
9
5
0
Tuning radio stations by scanning stations  
(Automatic Tuning)  
EXIT  
USER  
REC EDIT  
LIST  
SUB  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then click  
TUNER.  
4
Click the number buttons to enter the frequency.  
2
Click FM/ AM to select FM or AM.  
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz  
1
0
2
5
0
LIST  
SUB  
USER  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
Example 2: AM 1350kHz  
3
Click + or –.  
1
3
5
0
The frequency indication changes and scanning  
stops when the receiver tunes in a station. To  
continue scanning, click + or – again. Click + for a  
higher station number; click – for a lower one.  
When the scanning is finished, the receiver starts  
scanning again.  
Australian model only  
5
Repeat steps 2 to 4 to receive other stations.  
If an FM stereo program is noisy  
“STEREO” flashes next to the frequency. Click FM  
MODE to change to monaural (MONO) reception.  
There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will  
improve. To return to the auto stereo mode, click this  
icon again.  
LIST  
SUB  
USER  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
If “STEREO” remains off  
Click FM MODE, even when an FM stereo broadcast is  
received.  
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To change a preset station  
Preset a new station at the number you want to change.  
Presetting the radio stations  
The receiver can store a total of 30 FM or AM stations.  
You can store up to 10 stations in three different  
“pages”: A, B and C, and recall them later with a  
simple click. You can also assign names to the preset  
stations (see page 39).  
Note  
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about 1 week, the  
preset stations will be cleared. Preset the stations again.  
Tuning preset stations (Preset Tuning)  
1
2
Tune in the station you want.  
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then click  
TUNER.  
Click LIST.  
The memory list appears.  
2
3
Click LIST.  
LIST  
SUB  
USER  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
Click A B C repeatedly to select the page, then  
click the number button (0 to 9) of the station you  
want.  
3
4
Click A B C repeatedly to select the page (A, B, or  
C) you want.  
9
0
A
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
z To recall preset stations from the SUB menu  
Click SUB, then click A B C repeatedly to select the  
page, and then click the number button (0 to 9).  
B
C
MEMORY  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
EXIT  
+
MHz  
STEREO  
–
Click MEMORY.  
MEMORY turns red.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
A
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
B
C
MEMORY  
EXIT  
FM/AM FM 102.5
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
5
Click the number button (0 to 9) you want.  
The number button lights up and the station is  
stored.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
A
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
B
C
MEMORY  
EXIT  
FM/AM FM 102.50  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
6
Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset up to 30 stations.  
You can also use + or – next to the frequency to  
tune stations from the LIST menu.  
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6
7
Insert a blank tape into the recording component  
(tape deck, etc.) and adjust the recording level, if  
necessary.  
Recording  
You can control both playback and recording  
components using the receiver's on-screen display. If  
necessary, see the instructions of your recording  
component.  
Click REC to start recording, then click the play  
button (() on the PLAYER control.  
Recording starts. Do not click any RECORDER  
controls w hile recording. This w ill cut off the  
source being recorded.  
p Recording to audio tape or MD  
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
2
Click the playback component you want (e.g.,  
CD).  
/
PLAYER  
CD  
0
(
)
)
p
P
P
3
4
Click SUB.  
RECORDER  
TAPE  
p
0
9
(
INPUT  
SUB USER  
0
(
)
p
P
=
+
A
B
REC  
EXIT  
Click REC EDIT.  
To stop recording  
Click the recording component‘s p control.  
DISC  
1
6
TRACK  
D. SKIP  
5
To control the recorder after recording  
2
7
3
8
4
9
Click RECORDER. RECORDER becomes the operative  
component and you can use the RECORDER controls to  
rewind and playback the recording (etc.).  
10/0 >10  
ENTER  
EXIT  
SUB USER  
REC EDIT  
INPUT  
0
(
)
p
P
=
+
Click PLAYER to operate the playback component.  
5
Click a recording component (e.g., TAPE).  
To return to the main menu  
Click EXIT.  
PLAYER  
CD  
Digital recording  
RECORDER  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
DAT/MD  
TAPE  
If you connect your CD player and DAT(or MD) deck using  
digital connections (see page 12) and specify the OPTICAL  
jacks for both components (see page 25), the previous  
operations will let you make digital recordings from CD to  
DAT (or MD).  
EXIT  
The control buttons for both components appear.  
“PLAYER” for the playback component, and  
“RECORDER” for the recording component.  
The arrow indicates the operative component.  
Notes  
• Signals input to the DIGITAL input jacks cannot be  
recorded through analog connections (i.e., to record a CD  
onto a cassette tape, the CD player must be connected to  
the receiver’s analog (L and R) input terminals).  
• If you leave the REC EDIT menu by clicking FUNCTION,  
SOUND, or EXIT, recording continues, but control returns  
to the PLAYER side, even if you previously clicked  
RECORDER.  
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FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
/
PLAYER  
CD  
p
• Some tape decks require that you press the r REC and (  
buttons simultaneously to start recording. To perform  
one-button recording from the on-screen display, be sure  
to record the recording signal as shown in steps 1 to 7 of  
“Registering IR codes” (pages 19 to 21).  
0
(
)
)
P
P
RECORDER  
TAPE  
p
0
9
(
A
B
REC  
EXIT  
• When you record on a component connected to the DAT/  
MD REC OUT, TAPE REC OUT or VIDEO 1, 2 OUT jacks,  
sound adjustments do not affect the recording.  
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Click REC to start recording, then click the play  
button (() on the PLAYER control.  
Recording starts. Do not click any RECORDER  
controls w hile recording. This w ill cut off the  
source being recorded.  
p Recording other components to video  
tape  
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu.  
2
Click the video playback component you want  
(VCR 1, VCR 2, LD/ DVD, etc.).  
To stop recording  
Click the recording component‘s p control.  
3
4
5
Click REC.  
(If you selected LD/ DVD or TV/ DBS in step 2  
click SUB.)  
To control the recorder after recording  
Click RECORDER. RECORDER becomes the operative  
component and you can use the RECORDER controls to  
rewind and playback the recording (etc.).  
–
+
)
SUB USER  
CH  
0
(
p
P
REC  
Click PLAYER to operate the playback component.  
Click REC EDIT.  
(If you selected LD/ DVD or TV/ DBS in step 2,  
click REC EDIT in the sub menu.)  
To return to the main menu  
Click EXIT.  
–
+
SUB USER  
REC CANCEL  
CH  
p Recording TV programs to video tape  
REC EDIT  
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu and select a  
VIDEO 1 or 2.  
Click a recording component (e.g., VIDEO 2).  
2
3
Tune in the TV program on your video deck.  
Click REC.  
PLAYER  
VIDEO 1  
RECORDER  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
DAT/MD  
TAPE  
–
+
SUB USER  
CH  
0
(
)
p
P
REC  
EXIT  
The control buttons for both components appear.  
“PLAYER” for the playback component, and  
“RECORDER” for the recording component.  
The arrow indicates the operative component.  
4
Click REC again to start recording.  
–
+
SUB USER  
REC CANCEL  
CH  
REC EDIT  
arrow  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
Note  
Signals input to the DIGITAL input jacks cannot be recorded  
through analog connections (i.e., to record a digital  
broadcast onto a cassette tape, the TV/ DBS tuner must be  
connected to the receiver’s analog (L and R) input terminals).  
/
PLAYER  
VIDEO 1  
0
(
(
)
)
p
P
P
RECORDER  
VIDEO 2  
0
p
REC  
EXIT  
6
Insert a blank tape into the recording component  
(VCR, etc.) and adjust the recording level, if  
necessary.  
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Using the Pre-programmed Sound Fields  
The sound fields let you select a sound characteristic to enhance the type of programs or music you are listening to.  
To make the most out of this feature, we recommend that you connect center and/ or rear speakers.  
Sound fields  
Genre  
Mode  
Surround effect  
1
DOLBY*  
NORMAL SURROUND  
Decodes programs processed with Dolby Surround.  
ENHANCED SURROUND Additional output from rear speakers when decoding Dolby Surround programs.  
MOVIE  
CINEMA STUDIO A  
CINEMA STUDIO B  
CINEMA STUDIO C  
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.  
SMALL THEATER  
MEDIUM THEATER  
LARGE THEATER  
NIGHT THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
Adds acoustic reflections of a theaters to decoded Dolby Surround signals.  
Compresses the dynamic range for listening at low volume levels.  
Creates a theater-like environment from movies with 2-channel monaural  
soundtracks.  
3D  
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A  
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B  
VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT  
VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front  
speakers without using actual rear speakers. The virtual speakers are reproduced as  
shown in Ill. A on page 32.  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front  
speakers without using actual rear speakers. The virtual speakers are reproduced as  
shown in Ill. B on page 32.  
Uses 3D sound imaging to shift the sound of the rear speakers away from the actual  
speaker position (Ill. C on page 32). The shift position differs according to the  
setting of the rear speaker position (see page 22).  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear speakers from a single pair  
of actual rear speakers (Ill. D on page 32). The position of the virtual rear speakers  
differs according to the setting of the rear speaker position (see page 22).  
MUSIC  
SMALL HALL  
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall. Ideal for soft acoustic sounds.  
Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house. Ideal for musicals and operas.  
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.  
LARGE HALL  
SMALL OPERA HOUSE  
LARGE OPERA HOUSE  
SMALL JAZZ CLUB  
LARGE JAZZ CLUB  
CHURCH  
Reproduces the acoustics of a church.  
LIVE HOUSE  
Reproduces the acoustics of a rock and roll club.  
2
KARAOKE*  
Reduces the vocal tracks of normal 2-channel stereo music sources.  
Reproduces normal 2-channel stereo with equalization (EQ).  
3
ACOUSTIC*  
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SPORTS  
ARENA  
STADIUM  
GAME  
Reproduces the feeling of a large concert arena. Great for rock and roll.  
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. Great for electric sounds.  
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game software.  
GAME  
1
* If you select DOLBY, be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/ or rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby  
Digital (AC-3) Surround Sound (see page 22).  
2
* This parameter has no effect on music sources that have a separate vocal channel (e.g., a Video CD containing karaoke tracks).  
3
* If you select ACOUSTIC, the hookups of the center and/ or rear speakers are unnecessary.  
Ill.A VIRTUAL ENHANCED (SURROUND) A  
Ill.C VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT  
L
C
R
For REAR SP [SIDE]*  
For REAR SP [BEHIND]*  
L
C
R
L
C
R
SL  
SR  
SL  
SR  
Ill.B VIRTUAL ENHANCED (SURROUND) B  
L
C
R
Ill.D VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
For REAR SP [SIDE]*  
For REAR SP [BEHIND]*  
L
C
R
L
C
R
SL  
SR  
L : Front speaker (left)  
R : Front speaker (right)  
C : Center speaker  
* See page 22 for details on  
how to set the rear speaker  
place.  
SL : Rear speaker (left)  
SR : Rear speaker (right)  
: Virtual speaker  
SL  
SR  
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Notes on the output of Dolby Digital (AC-3) source  
signals  
When Dolby Digital (AC-3) encoded sources are played back  
through this unit, the output method changes automatically  
according to the information recorded on the source and the  
settings of this unit.  
Selecting the sound fields  
1
While playing a component, click SOUND in the  
main menu.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
• When playing a source encoded with discrete  
information  
If the “DOLBY” sound field or DIRECT PASS is set to  
ON: The DISCRETE indicator lights up and the number  
of channels recorded in the source are decoded and  
output directly.  
If a sound field (other than “ACOUSTIC” or  
“KARAOKE”) is set to ON: The DISCRETE indicator  
lights up and the number of channels recorded in the  
source are decoded. The effects provided by each sound  
field are then added to each channel before the sound is  
output.  
LIST  
BAND FM 102.50  
SUB  
USER  
MHz  
STEREO  
–
+
2
Click a sound field genre, then click MODE  
repeatedly until the mode you want appears.  
See “Sound fields” chart on page 31.  
If the “ACOUSTIC” soundfield is selected or the  
sound field is set to OFF: The source signal is  
downmixed to 2 ch (Left and Right) stereo before  
output. When “ACOUSTIC” is selected equalizer (EQ)  
adjustments can be performed.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
MUSIC  
SPORTS  
GAME  
DOLBY  
MOVIE  
3D  
• When playing a source encoded with Dolby Pro Logic  
information  
MODE NORMAL SURROUND  
If the “DOLBY” sound field or DIRECT PASS is set to  
ON: “PRO LOGIC” appears in the display, the sound is  
decoded using Pro Logic formula and output.  
If a sound field (other than “ACOUSTIC”) is set to  
ON: The effects provided by each sound field are added  
to each channel before the sound is output.  
When the sound field genre is MOVIE (except for  
MONO MOVIE) or 3D the sound is decoded using the  
Pro Logic formula and “PRO LOGIC” appears in the  
display.  
SOUND FIELD  
BASS BOOST  
DIRECT PASS  
O N  
O N  
O N  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
EQ  
SUR  
EXIT  
To turn off the sound fields  
Click SOUND FIELD OFF.  
If the “ACOUSTIC” sound field is selected or the  
sound field is set to OFF: The source signal is  
downmixed to 2 ch (Left and Right) stereo before  
output. When “ACOUSTIC” is selected equalizer (EQ)  
adjustments can be performed.  
z You can adjust the bass sound or listen to the music  
directly in the SOUND FIELD SELECT menu  
To increase the bass sound, click BASS BOOST ON. To  
listen to the music without any audio effects, click  
DIRECT PASS ON. Click OFF to cancel. Even if you set  
SOUND FIELD to OFF, these functions are effective.  
Note on the “KARAOKE” mode  
The KARAOKE mode is designed to reduce vocal tracks  
positioned in the center of 2 channel sources. Therefore,  
5.1 channel Dolby Digital (AC-3) sources must be  
downmixed to 2 channels before the KARAOKE effect can  
be applied. Consequently, the “DISCRETE” indicator does  
not light when you select KARAOKE while inputting 5.1  
channel Dolby Digital (AC-3) sources.  
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Adjustable sound parameters  
Customizing the Sound Fields  
Each sound field is composed of a tone parameter  
(bass/ treble) and surround sound parameters —  
variables of sound that create the sound image. You  
can customize the sound fields by adjusting some of  
the sound parameters (tone and/ or surround sound  
parameters) to suit your listening situation.  
GENRE  
MODE  
EFFECT WALL/SEALFTE(FM-RIX/L/-DR.)C(/BORAEMVLP/LECV)L*E/VW* LEVEQ*  
DOLBY  
NORMAL  
Also, since this receiver uses Digital Signal Processing  
(DSP), you can adjust the sound parameters  
electronically. DSP automatically converts analog  
audio signals to digital, which lets you adjust the  
sound with virtually no degradation in sound quality.  
ENHANCED  
C STUDIO A  
C STUDIO B  
C STUDIO C  
S THEATER  
M THEATER  
L THEATER  
N THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
MOVIE  
Once you customize the sound fields, they are stored in  
memory unless the receiver is unplugged for about two  
weeks. To change a customized sound field, make new  
adjustments to the sound field.  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED A  
3 D  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED B  
VIRTUAL REAR  
SHIFT  
VIRTUAL  
MULTI-REAR  
MUSIC  
S HALL  
L HALL  
S OPERA  
HOUSE  
L OPERA  
HOUSE  
S JAZZ CLUB  
L JAZZ CLUB  
CHURCH  
LIVE HOUSE  
ACOUSTIC  
KARAOKE  
ARENA  
SPORTS  
GAME  
STADIUM  
GAME  
EFFECT : Effect level  
WALL : Wall type  
SEAT (F-R/ L-R) : Seat (Front-Rear/ Left-Right)  
REV : Reverberation time  
LFE MIX : Low Frequency Effect Mix  
D.COMP : Dynamic Compression  
R (BAL/ LEV) : Rear speaker level and balance  
W LEV : Woofer Level  
C LEV : Center Level  
EQ : Equalizer parameter  
* These settings are not stored separately for each sound  
mode. They effects all of the sound modes simultaneously.  
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5
Click BASS or TREBLE to select a frequency band.  
Then click UP or DOWN to raise or lower the  
level of the selected frequency.  
Click B or b to select specific frequencies within  
the frequency band.  
•
•
•
All sound fields can be used with Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
sound sources.  
The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall  
presence of the sound field.  
When DIRECT PASS is set to ON, only the R LEV, W LEV,  
and C LEV parameters can be adjusted.  
EQUALIZER EDIT  
CHANNEL  
REAR  
LEVEL :  
FREQ :  
+10 dB  
1.0 kHz  
BASS  
Adjusting the equalizer parameter  
TREBLE  
+10  
–10  
Adjust the equalization (bass or treble) of the front,  
center and rear speakers for optimum sound.  
The following adjustments effect all sound fields  
simultaneously.  
FLAT  
UP  
DOWN  
100  
1k  
10k  
B
b
EXIT  
RETURN  
STANDARD  
1
2
3
While playing a component, click SOUND in the  
main menu.  
6
Repeat steps 4 to 5 as necessary.  
To start adjustment with a flat equalizer curve  
Click FLAT.  
Click a sound field genre, then click MODE  
repeatedly until the mode you want appears.  
Click EQ.  
To reset the equalizer to the factory settings  
Click STANDARD.  
MODE THEATER  
SOUND FIELD  
BASS BOOST  
DIRECT PASS  
O N  
O N  
O N  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
Note  
You may hear some noise as you adjust the parameters.  
EQ  
SUR  
EXIT  
4
Click CHANNEL to select the speakers you want  
to adjust (FRONT, CENTER or REAR).  
EQUALIZER EDIT  
CHANNEL  
FRONT  
LEVEL :  
FREQ :  
+10 dB  
1.0 kHz  
BASS  
TREBLE  
+10  
–10  
FLAT  
UP  
100  
1k  
10k  
DOWN  
B
b
EXIT  
RETURN  
STANDARD  
(co n t in u e d )  
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Click the icon for the parameter you want to  
adjust.  
The parameter chart for your selection appears.  
See the next page for details of each adjustment.  
Adjusting the delay time  
Click SETUP in the main menu, then click DELAY.  
DELAY SETTING  
p
CENTER  
REAR  
0
5
ms  
ms  
–
–
SURROUND EDIT  
+
+
CENTER :  
+10 dB  
LEVEL  
EFFECT  
WALL  
+
–
p
SEAT  
REVERB  
OTHER  
TEST  
+
–
WOOFER :  
REAR :  
– – – – – – + – – – – – –  
RETURN  
+10 dB  
+10 dB  
+
–
REAR  
BALANCE  
RETURN  
EXIT  
[
]
B
b
EXIT  
STANDARD  
Click the buttons next to each setting to adjust the  
delay time as you desire.  
5
Click an adjustment icon (+ / – , UP/ DOWN,  
SHORT, LONG, etc.,) to adjust the parameter.  
CENTER  
Use this adjustment to add a sense of depth to the center  
channel. Longer delay times create a greater sense of depth.  
The CENTER delay can be set from 0 to 5 ms (in 1 ms steps).  
SURROUND EDIT  
LEVEL  
TYPE : SOFT1  
EFFECT  
WALL  
REAR  
FRONT  
Use this adjustment to add a sense of depth to the rear  
channel. Longer delay times create a greater sense of depth.  
The REAR delay can be set from 0 to 20 ms (in 5 ms steps).  
SEAT  
REVERB  
OTHER  
TEST  
HARD  
SOFT  
Adjusting surround sound parameters  
(except for delay time)  
RETURN  
STANDARD  
EXIT  
Adjust the surround sound parameters to fit your  
listening situation. See the chart “Adjustable sound  
parameters” on page 34 for parameters you can adjust  
in each sound field.  
To reset all parameters (except for the delay time) of the  
current sound field to the factory settings.  
Click STANDARD.  
1
While playing a component, click SOUND in the  
main menu to display the SOUND FIELD  
SELECT menu.  
2
3
Click a sound field genre, then click MODE  
repeatedly until the mode you want appears.  
Click SUR.  
MODE THEATER  
SOUND FIELD  
BASS BOOST  
DIRECT PASS  
O N  
O N  
O N  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
EQ  
SUR  
EXIT  
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• Dynamic range compression ratio (OTHER)  
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound  
track. This may be useful when you want to watch  
movies at low volumes late at night.  
• Wall material simulation (WALL)  
When sound is reflected off soft material, such as a  
curtain, the high frequency elements are reduced. A  
hard wall is highly reflective and does not significantly  
affect the frequency response of the reflected sound.  
The WALL parameter lets you control the level of the  
high frequencies to alter the sonic character of your  
listening environment by simulating a softer (SOFT), or  
harder (HARD) wall. The midpoint designates a neutral  
wall (made of wood).  
OFF reproduces the sound track with no compression.  
STD reproduces the sound track with the full dynamic  
range as intended by the recording engineer.  
0.1 ~ 0.9 allow you to compress the dynamic range in  
small steps to achieve the sound you desire.  
MAX provides a dramatic compression of the dynamic  
range.  
• Test tone (TEST)  
• Seat position simulation (SEAT)  
This parameter emits the test tone and allows you to  
check the balance of the speaker levels. See “Adjusting  
the speaker volume” on page 23 for details.  
(FRONT/REAR and LEFT/RIGHT)  
If you sit in the front of a room, you hear more direct  
sound from the front speakers. As you move to the  
rear, the reflected sound increases. Similarly, the  
reflected sound changes when you move from left to  
right, and vice versa.  
The FRONT/ REAR and LEFT/ RIGHT parameters let  
you control the balance of direct and reflected sound to  
simulate your listening position.  
In the FRONT/ REAR parameter, “F” signifies the front  
of the room and “R” signifies the rear. The midpoint  
designates the center.  
In the LEFT/ RIGHT parameter, “L” signifies the left  
side of the room and “R” signifies the right side. The  
midpoint designates the center.  
• Reverberation time (REVERB)  
This parameter adjusts the length of time required for  
the reverberation (echoes) generated from a given  
sound to attenuate –60 dB.  
You can choose shorter (S) or longer (L) reverberation  
times.  
• Low Frequency Extension (LFE) mix level (OTHER)  
This parameter lets you attenuate the level of the LFE  
(Low Frequency Extension) channel output from the  
sub woofer without effecting the level of the bass  
frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the front, center  
or rear channels via the bass redirection circuitry. The  
level can be adjusted in 0.5 dB steps from –20.0 dB to 0  
dB (line level). 0 dB outputs the full LFE signal at the  
mix level determined by the recording engineer.  
Selecting MUTE mutes the sound of the LFE channel  
from the sub woofer. However, the low frequency  
sounds of the front, center, or rear speakers are output  
from the sub woofer according to the settings made for  
each speaker in the speaker setup (page 22).  
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4
5
Click RETURN to go back to the USER IR CODE  
SETTING menu, then repeat steps 2 to 4 until you  
enter the names of all the IR codes you want to  
register.  
Registering Desired  
Components (User IR setting)  
Use the USER IR CODE SETTING menu to register any  
IR codes that could not be registered in “Registering  
Audio and Video Components” on page 19. By  
registering User IR codes, you can control a variety of  
appliances (such as air conditioners) as well as audio/  
video components. You can register up to 20 User IR  
codes.  
Click the name of the first IR code.  
USER IR CODE SETTING  
A
B
C
D
LIGHT 1  
LIGHT 2  
LIGHT 3  
LIGHT 4  
LIGHT 5  
INDEX  
START  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click USER IR.  
6
7
Cover the IR sensor on the respective component  
to prevent accidental operation during the  
registration procedure.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
Click START.  
When “PUSH YOUR REMOTE” appears on the  
TV screen, press the button you want to register.  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
USER IR CODE SETTING  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
A
B
C
D
LIGHT 1  
LIGHT 2  
LIGHT 3  
LIGHT 4  
LIGHT 5  
EXIT  
INDEX  
START  
2
Click A B C D to select a User IR code page, then  
click INDEX.  
CODE CLEAR  
EXIT  
USER IR CODE SETTING  
RETURN  
A
B
C
D
USER A1  
USER A2  
USER A3  
USER A4  
USER A5  
INDEX  
START  
LEARNING  
SENSOR  
3
Create a name for the IR code by clicking each  
character. The name is automatically stored. To  
enter a space, click the space bar. To switch  
between upper and lower case letters, click CAPS.  
If you made a mistake, click ? or / to move the  
cursor to the character to be changed, then click  
the correct character.  
Your component's remote  
When registering the IR code, be sure to do the  
following; otherwise, the IR code may not be  
registered correctly.  
USER IR CODE SETTING  
• Point the remote at the LEARNING SENSOR on the  
receiver from a distance of less than 4 inches (10 cm).  
• Hold down the button on the remote for about 2 or 3  
seconds until the “RECEIVING” display switches to  
“RELEASE YOUR REMOTE”.  
B
b
A
B
G
L
C
H
D
I
E
J
1
4
7
/
2
5
8
0
–
3
6
9
F
K
M
R
N
S
X
O
T
• Keep the remote pointed horizontally at the  
LEARNING SENSOR until the code is registered.  
P
Q
V
*
U
W
Y
Z
+
CAPS  
To register a specific IR code  
RETURN  
EXIT  
Click the button where the IR code was registered, then click  
START.  
Space bar  
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Notes  
•
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks,  
Indexing  
the registered IR codes will be cleared. “ALL CLEAR!”  
will appear on the TV screen the next time you turn on the  
receiver.  
The Index functions let you specify icons for each  
function button and names up to 8 characters long for  
each function button and preset radio station.  
•
The power switch on some air conditioners use two  
independent IR codes, even when there is only one switch.  
If you cannot turn the air conditioner off with the IR code  
registered for the on/ off switch, repeat the procedure and  
register the on and off IR codes separately.  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click FUNC INDEX or TUNER  
INDEX.  
•
The receiver may not be able to register IR codes with  
special waveforms produced on some remote controls.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
Erasing IR codes  
Click CODE CLEAR in the USER IR CODE SETTING  
menu.  
2
• For the function buttons (FUNCTION INDEX)  
1 Click the icon to be specified.  
2 Click the icon you want from the icon menu,  
then click RETURN.  
• To erase a specific IR code  
1
Click SINGLE IR CODE CLEAR.  
“SELECT CLEAR CODE KEY” appears.  
Click the button you want to clear.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
2
3 Click the function button to be specified.  
Icons  
Function buttons  
3 Click YES to erase the code.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears.  
FUNCTION INDEX SETTING  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
To erase another code, repeat steps 2 and 3.  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
L D / DVD  
TV / DBS  
MACRO 1  
TAPE  
DAT / MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
MACRO 2  
• To erase all the User IR codes  
1 Click USER IR CODE CLEAR.  
“ARE YOU SURE?” appears.  
2 Click YES to erase the codes.  
“CODE CLEAR!” appears.  
• For the preset radio stations (TUNER INDEX)  
1 Click LIST TUNER to display the list of the  
preset frequencies  
To cancel erasing, click NO.  
2 Click ABC to select the page, then select the  
station to be named.  
1
2
3
4
5
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM 102.50MHz  
FM
102 50MHz  
3
Create the new name by clicking each character.  
The name is stored automatically. To enter a  
space, click the space bar. If you made a mistake,  
click ? or / to move the cursor to the character  
to be changed, then click the correct character.  
FUNCTION INDEX SETTING  
B
b
A
B
G
L
C
H
D
I
E
J
1
4
7
/
2
5
8
0
–
3
6
9
F
K
M
R
N
S
X
O
T
P
Q
V
*
U
W
Y
Z
+
CAPS  
RETURN  
EXIT  
Space bar  
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Playing Components  
Automatically (Auto Play)  
Starting a Component  
Automatically at Power On  
(Auto Start)  
The Auto Play function lets you set the receiver to start  
playing the components immediately after they are  
selected from the FUNCTION SELECT menu. The  
receiver comes from the factory with Auto Play set to  
on.  
The Auto Start function lets you set the receiver to start  
playing a specific component immediately whenever  
you turn on the receiver.  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click AUTO START.  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click OSD SETUP.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
EXIT  
EXIT  
2
Click the component you want.  
2
Click AUTO PLAY ON or OFF.  
• To start the last-played component  
automatically when you turn on the receiver,  
click LAST.  
OSD SETUP  
AUTO PLAY  
IR OUTPUT  
AUTO OSD ERASE  
SEE-THROUGH  
LANGUAGE  
POINTER ONLY  
DEMO  
FEELING  
OSD POSITION  
RETURN  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ENGLISH  
SET  
START  
1 2 3 4 5  
SET  
• To do a macro automatically when you turn on  
the receiver, click MACRO 1 or MACRO 2. Be  
sure that the Auto Play function is set to on.  
AUTO START SETTING  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
L D / DVD  
TV / DBS  
MACRO 1  
NO SET  
TAPE  
DAT / MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
MACRO 2  
LAST  
EXIT  
Notes  
•
The Auto Play function does not work when you operate  
the receiver from the front panel.  
EXIT  
RETURN  
•
The receiver cancels the automatic playback function of  
components designed to start playing when they are  
turned on (such as laser disc and CD players). To activate  
the auto play function, set the receiver’s Auto Play to on.  
To cancel the Auto Start function  
Click NO SET in step 2.  
Note  
A Macro Play setting containing the ALL OFF command  
cannot be selected for Auto Start.  
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Click ? or / to show the IR codes available for  
that button.  
Starting Several Components  
in Sequence Automatically  
(Macro Play)  
The registered IR codes appear at the right of the  
screen.  
• To specify a time lag between commands, click  
? or / repeatedly until the time lag  
commands (WAIT 10s, WAIT 5s, and WAIT 1s)  
appear.  
The Macro Play function lets you link several IR codes  
in a sequential order as a single command. The  
receiver provides 2 pages (MACRO 1 and 2). You can  
specify up to 8 of the registered IR codes for each page.  
• To specify an IR code to turn off all the  
components, click ? or / repeatedly until  
ALL OFF appears.  
Setting the sequence of IR codes  
5
6
Click the IR code you want.  
The name of the IR code appears in the  
highlighted macro step number and the highlight  
moves to next macro step number.  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click MACRO PLAY.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter up to 8 IR codes.  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
To erase an entered IR code  
1 Click the code you want to erase.  
2 Click ? or / repeatedly until NO SET appears at the  
right of the screen.  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
SPEAKER  
DELAY  
INPUT MODE  
3 Click NO SET.  
EXIT  
Note  
The ALL OFF command is not available for the Macro Play  
2
Click MACRO 1 or 2.  
selected for Auto Start.  
MACRO PLAY SETTING  
MACRO  
1
2
COMMAND  
WAIT 10s  
Starting a Macro Play  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
NO SET  
NO SET  
WAIT  
WAIT  
5s  
1s  
Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then click  
MACRO 1 or MACRO 2. The specified IR codes start  
automatically.  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
ALL OFF  
NO SET  
?
/
FUNCTION  
VIDEO 1  
SOUND  
SETUP  
TAPE  
EXIT  
RETURN  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
L D / DVD  
TV / DBS  
MACRO 1  
DAT / MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
MACRO 2  
3
Click macro step number 1.  
This is the first IR code in the macro sequence.  
MACRO PLAY SETTING  
MACRO  
1
2
COMMAND  
WAIT 10s  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
NO SET  
NO SET  
EXIT  
WAIT  
WAIT  
5s  
1s  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
NO SET  
ALL OFF  
NO SET  
?
You can start a Macro Play automatically when you  
turn on the receiver by selecting a Macro Play in the  
Auto Start function (see page 40).  
/
EXIT  
RETURN  
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Adjusting the Sensitivity of the  
Remote  
Changing the Display Settings  
Selecting the display parameters  
You can select from five sensitivity levels that  
determine the speed at which the pointer moves.  
You can select the display modes (AUTO OSD ERASE,  
POINTER ONLY or DEMO) and the display type (SEE-  
THROUGH or LANGUAGE). You can also switch the  
IR OUTPUT setting when you connect the IR repeater.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click OSD SETUP.  
Click FEELING 1 to 5 to select the sensitivity level  
you want.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click OSD SETUP.  
The higher the number, the faster the speed.  
Select the display parameters you want to change.  
OSD SETUP  
OSD SETUP  
AUTO PLAY  
IR OUTPUT  
AUTO OSD ERASE  
SEE-THROUGH  
LANGUAGE  
POINTER ONLY  
DEMO  
FEELING  
OSD POSITION  
RETURN  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ENGLISH  
SET  
START  
1 2 3 4 5  
SET  
AUTO PLAY  
IR OUTPUT  
AUTO OSD ERASE  
SEE-THROUGH  
LANGUAGE  
POINTER ONLY  
DEMO  
FEELING  
OSD POSITION  
RETURN  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ENGLISH  
SET  
START  
1 2 3 4 5  
SET  
EXIT  
EXIT  
• To select the display mode, click AUTO OSD  
ERASE (ON or OFF), POINTER ONLY (SET) or  
DEMO (START).  
AUTO OSD ERASE: This display mode is useful  
during LD player operations since it allows you  
to see chapter numbers that otherwise might be  
hidden by the control panel. When this mode is  
on, control panels disappear whenever you  
click and hold down the direction control  
button on the remote. When you release the  
button, the control panel reappears.  
POINTER ONLY: This display mode allows you  
to use the pointer to point to various on-screen  
items, such as during a presentation (etc.).  
When you click POINTER ONLY SET, the on-  
screen display disappears except for the pointer  
and an EXIT button. To freeze the pointer, hold  
down the direction control button on the  
remote.  
DEMO: This display mode activates a program  
that explains the various functions of the  
receiver. Note that w hen the program is  
running, it replaces previously stored data  
(such as surround sound parameters) w ith  
data from the program. Click START to  
activate the program. To stop the program,  
press any button on the remote or receiver.  
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• To select the display type, click SEE–  
THROUGH (ON or OFF) and LANGUAGE  
(ENGLISH, FRENCH or GERMAN).  
SEE-THROUGH: When set to OFF, the display  
appears in the factory–set color. When set to  
ON, all menus and control panels are  
transparent, with only characters and outlines  
visible, allowing you to see the contents of  
video programs.  
Adjusting the position of the on-screen  
display  
You can adjust the overall position of the on-screen  
display control panel.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click OSD SETUP.  
Click OSD POSITION SET.  
The position adjustment screen appears.  
LANGUAGE: This setting lets you specify the  
language appearing in the on-screen display  
and the display on the front of the receiver. You  
can choose between three languages: English,  
French and German.  
OSD SETUP  
AUTO PLAY  
IR OUTPUT  
AUTO OSD ERASE  
SEE-THROUGH  
LANGUAGE  
POINTER ONLY  
DEMO  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ENGLISH  
SET  
• To switch the IR OUTPUT setting, click IR  
OUTPUT ON or OFF. When it is set to OFF, the  
IR signals are output only from the IR OUT jack  
on the rear panel. No IR signals will be output  
from the IR emitter on the front panel. When  
the IR OUTPUT is set to OFF, “IR OFF” appears  
in the main menu. Normally, IR OUTPUT  
should be set to ON.  
START  
FEELING  
OSD POSITION  
RETURN  
1 2 3 4 5  
SET  
EXIT  
3
Click the borders to adjust the position so you can  
just see the top, bottom, right and left edges of the  
border.  
Note  
Even if you have selected SEE-THROUGH ON, the display  
changes to the factory set color when there is no video signal  
being input. When a video signal is input, the display  
reverts to SEE-THROUGH ON.  
V
B
b
v
EXIT  
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Using the Sleep Timer  
Operating a CD Changer  
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a  
time you specify.  
Downloading the CD name data in a Sony  
CD changer with a CTRL A1 jack  
You can download all of the CD name data in a Sony  
CD changer that is equipped with a CTRL A1 jack, thus  
saving you the trouble of adding names one by one.  
Make sure that the CONTROL A1 connection is  
complete (see page 8) and the CD changer is registered  
as a Sony CONTROL A1 CD in the IR CODE SETTING  
menu (see page 19).  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click SLEEP TIMER.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
FUNC  
SETUP  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
CD  
TUNER  
AUTO START  
MACRO PLAY  
SLEEP TIMER  
OSD SETUP  
1
Click SETUP in the main menu to display the  
SETUP menu, then click CD INDEX.  
FUNCTION  
SOUND  
SETUP  
EXIT  
TV SET  
IR SET  
USER IR  
FUNC  
CD  
TUNER  
INDEX  
INDEX  
INDEX  
2
Click TIMER repeatedly to select the length of the  
sleep timer.  
Each time you click TIMER, the menu changes as  
follows:  
2
Click DATA LOAD.  
The CD name data is downloaded and after a few  
minutes, the downloaded data appears in the CD  
INDEX SETTING menu.  
n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00n 1:00:00 n 0:30:00 n OFF  
SLEEP TIMER SETTING  
CD INDEX SETTING  
>
.
1
2
3
4
HOUR  
2
MIN  
00  
SEC  
00  
DATA  
LOAD  
:
:
5
6
TITLE  
7
8
GROUP  
SELECT  
SLEEP  
–
+
9
10  
RETURN  
RETURN  
EXIT  
EXIT  
“SLEEP” appears in the upper left corner of the  
main menu.  
Note  
If the characters (# $ ; • ä ö ü) have been recorded in the CD  
changer, they will appear as blanks in the on-screen display.  
z You can also freely specify the time  
Click + or – to change the sleep time in 1 minute  
increments. You can specify up to 5 hours.  
z You can check the time remaining before the  
receiver turns off  
Click FUNCTION, then click SLEEP. The remaining  
time appears in the on-screen display.  
z For USA and Canada  
You can also operate the sleep timer by pressing SLEEP  
on the remote. Each time you press SLEEP, the time  
changes as shown in step 2 above. The display dims  
after you specify the time.  
To check the time remaining before the receiver turns  
off, press SLEEP.  
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Indexing a CD  
Grouping CDs  
You can specify the names up to 12 characters for each  
CD (up to 200 discs) or group of discs in a CD changer.  
You can assign your CDs to one or more groups.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu, then click CD  
INDEX.  
1
2
Click SETUP in the main menu, then click CD  
INDEX.  
Click SELECT, then click the disc you want to  
assign to a new group.  
If the disc you want does not appear, click > or  
..  
• To name a disc, click TITLE. And then Click >  
or . to display the number of the disc to be  
named, then click the disc.  
CD INDEX SETTING  
CD INDEX SETTING  
>
.
21  
22  
>
.
1
2
BGM A  
BGM B  
3
4
5
6
7
8
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
Love Songs  
Best of AA  
Best of BB  
Best of CC  
Best of DD  
DATA  
LOAD  
DATA  
LOAD  
TITLE  
GROUP  
SELECT  
TITLE  
GROUP  
SELECT  
9
29  
10  
30  
RETURN  
EXIT  
RETURN  
EXIT  
3
Click the names of the groups to which you want  
to assign the CD.  
• To name a group, click GROUP, then click the  
group to be named.  
CD INDEX SETTING  
CD INDEX SETTING  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GROUP 1  
GROUP 2  
GROUP 3  
GROUP 4  
GROUP 5  
GROUP 6  
GROUP 7  
GROUP 8  
GROUP 9  
GROUP 10  
>
.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GROUP 1  
GROUP 2  
GROUP 3  
GROUP 4  
GROUP 5  
GROUP 6  
GROUP 7  
GROUP 8  
GROUP 9  
GROUP 10  
DATA  
LOAD  
TITLE  
GROUP  
SELECT  
9
10  
9
10  
RETURN  
RETURN  
EXIT  
EXIT  
3
Create the new name by clicking each character.  
The name is automatically stored.  
To remove the CD from one or more groups  
Click the highlighted group name so that it goes out in step  
To enter a space, click the space bar.  
If you made a mistake, click ?or /to move the  
cursor to the character to be changed, then click  
the correct character.  
3.  
z You can assign the CD to one or more group  
For example, to assign the CD to both “GROUP 1” and  
“GROUP 4,” click both group names in step 3.  
CD INDEX SETTING  
V
v
10  
B
b
A
F
B
C
D
I
E
J
1
4
7
/
2
5
8
0
–
3
6
9
G
L
H
M
R
K
P
U
N
S
X
O
T
Q
V
*
W
Y
Z
+
CAPS  
RETURN  
EXIT  
Space bar  
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• To search by disc number.  
1 Click NUMBER to display the discs in  
numerical order.  
2 Click the disc. If the disc you want is not  
displayed, click > or ..  
Searching for a CD quickly  
1
Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then click  
CD.  
2
Click LIST.  
ALPHABET  
GROUP  
NUMBER  
1
2
>
.
LIST  
SUB USER  
0
(
)
p
P
=
+
3
4
5
6
7
8
3
• To search in alphabetical order  
1 Click ALPHABET to display the discs in  
alphabetical order.  
2 Click the disc. If the disc you want is not  
displayed, click > or ..  
9
10  
=
(
+
p
P
EXIT  
ALPHABET  
GROUP  
NUMBER  
Playback starts automatically.  
1
2
>
.
3
Notes  
•
4
5
6
Depending on the type of CD changer connected (3 or 5  
disc changer, etc.), you may not be able to select the CD by  
clicking the disc name. In this case, select the CD from the  
normal CD control panel.  
7
8
9
10  
=
•
If the CD changer is made by another manufacturer, and  
the sequence of operations required to start playback is  
other than; 1 pressing a numeric button followed by 2  
pressing the disc button, then playback may not start  
when you click the disc name. In this case, return to the  
main menu, click SUB, and operate the CD changer  
according to its normal playback procedure.  
(
+
p
P
EXIT  
• To search using the group names  
1 Click GROUP.  
The GROUP SELECT button and a group  
number appear at the right side of the screen.  
If there is no group corresponding to the  
respective group number, “NO ENTRY” is  
displayed.  
2 Click SELECT to display groups 1~10.  
3 Click the group you desire.  
The group number and disc list for the selected  
group appear on screen.  
4 Click the disc. If the disc you want is not  
displayed, click > or ..  
ALPHABET  
GROUP  
NUMBER  
1
2
>
.
3
4
5
6
7
GROUP  
1
8
SELECT  
9
10  
=
(
+
p
P
EXIT  
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Front Panel Descriptions  
You can control the receiver using the front panel  
instead of the remote. For details of the operations, see  
the pages in parenthesis.  
1
234 5 67890!¡!™!£!¢ !∞ !§  
@• @¶  
@§  
@∞ @¢ @£ @™ @¡@º!ª!•!¶  
!¶ FUNCTION selector (49)  
!• MODE button (49)  
!ª SOUND FIELD buttons (52)  
SOUND FIELD button  
1 POWER switch  
2 Tuner operation buttons (50)  
PRESET TUNING (+/ –) buttons  
SHIFT button  
FM/ AM button  
GENRE button  
MODE button  
3 VIDEO 3 input jacks (12)  
4 DISPLAY button (55)  
5 LEARNING SENSOR (18)  
6 FUNCTION indicators  
7 Display  
8 DPC MODE button (52, 53, 55)  
9 Digital Processing Controls  
0 IR receptor (15)  
@º INPUT MODE button (49)  
@¡ BASS BOOST button and indicator (49)  
@™ DIRECT PASS button and indicator (49)  
@£ EQUALIZER buttons (52)  
BAND button  
CH (channel) button  
@¢ IR emitter (4)  
@∞ Tuner operation buttons (50)  
TUNING (+/ –) buttons  
FM MODE button  
!¡ SUR indicator (53)  
EQ indicator (52)  
INDEX indicator (55)  
!™ SET UP button (54)  
!£ PANEL UP/ DOWN button (49)  
!¢ BALANCE control (49)  
!∞ MUTING indicator  
!§ MASTER VOLUME control (49)  
MEMORY button  
@§ Control panel cover  
@¶ PHONES jack (49)  
@• SPEAKERS selector (10)  
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!¡ WIDE MODE (26)  
!™ DISC SKIP  
Remote Descriptions  
MULTI-CD : Press repeatedly to skip between  
discs.  
p USA and Canada  
!£ 0/ ) buttons  
CD : searches tracks (Forward or backward)  
Tape, MD, VCR, LD, DVD : fast forwards or  
rewinds  
Although the direction control button lets you perform  
almost all of the receiver operations, for certain  
operations, you can also control the receiver using the  
other (short-cut) buttons. For details of the operations,  
see the pages in parenthesis.  
!¢ =/ + buttons  
CD, MD, LD, DVD : skips tracks.  
!∞ (  
CD, Tape, MD, LD, DVD, VCR : starts play.  
!§ ∏  
@¡  
@º  
1
2
CD, Tape, MD, LD, DVD, VCR : pauses play or  
record (also starts recording with components in  
record standby).  
!¶ π  
CD, Tape, MD, LD, DVD, VCR : stops play.  
!• VCR MENU* : displays the menu of the connected  
VCR.  
3
!ª  
!•  
!ª GUI : displays or erases this unit's on-screen  
display.  
@º 5.1 INPUT button  
(This button cannot be used with STR-DA90ESG.)  
@¡ SLEEP (44)  
4
5
6
7
8
¢
!¶  
!§  
!∞  
!¢  
!£  
¢
∏
* When you press these buttons, the receiver’s on-screen  
π
·
display will disappear. To operate the receiver, press !ª.  
≠
º
±
‚
9
0
!¡  
p Australia  
!™  
Although the direction control button lets you perform  
almost all of the receiver operations, for certain  
operations, you can also control the receiver using the  
other (short-cut) buttons. For details of the operations,  
see the pages in parenthesis.  
1 SYSTEM OFF  
2 SYSTEM CONTROL FUNCTION buttons (50)  
3 Number buttons  
CD, MD, LD, DVD : Selects track numbers (0  
selects track 10).  
TV, VCR, DBS : selects channel (press ENTER to  
change the channel).  
1
2
4 ENTER  
TV/VCR/DBS : changes channels when used with  
buttons 0-9.  
5 DBS MENU* : displays the menu of the connected  
DBS tuner.  
6 DBS GUIDE* : displays the guide of the connected  
DBS tuner.  
3
5
4
7 Direction control button (16)  
8 EXIT  
Press to exit the current menu (same function as  
EXIT icon in on screen display).  
9 MASTER VOL +/ – (24)  
0 MUTING  
1 Direction control button (16)  
2 VOL +/ – (24)  
3 ALL OFF  
4 TV/ VIDEO  
TV : switches TV’s input mode.  
5 FLASHER (56)  
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z When you listen with headphones  
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set  
Selecting a Component  
the SPEAKERS selector to OFF.  
For the on-screen operations, see page 24.  
z To listen to digital program sources  
Select the digital source you desire (LD/ DVD, TV/ DBS,  
CD or DAT/ MD), then press INPUT MODE on the front  
panel repeatedly to select “AUTO”, “DIGITAL  
(OPTICAL)”, “DIGITAL (COAXIAL)”, “DIGITAL (AC-3  
RF)” or “ANALOG”.  
1
Press POWER to turn on the receiver, then turn  
FUNCTION to select the component you want.  
To listen to or watch  
Select*  
See “To listen to digital program sources” on page 25  
for details.  
Video tapes  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or  
VIDEO 3  
Laser discs (LD) or DVD  
LD/ DVD  
TV/ DBS  
TV programs or Digital  
Playing audio and video components at the  
same time  
Broadcasting Satellites (DBS)  
Digital Audio Tapes (DAT)  
or MiniDiscs (MD)  
DAT/ MD  
1
Turn FUNCTION to select the video component  
you want.  
Compact Discs (CD)  
Analog audio tapes  
Radio programs  
Records  
CD  
TAPE  
TUNER  
PHONO  
2
Press MODE repeatedly until “A: ....” (AUDIO  
MODE) appears.  
Each time you press MODE, the mode changes as  
follows:  
* The FUNCTION set up (see page 54) allows you to  
delete the names of components which are not  
connected. When a function is set to “NO” in the  
FUNCTION set up menu, it cannot be selected.  
“V: ....” (VISUAL MODE) n “A: ....” (AUDIO  
MODE) n off  
3
4
Turn FUNCTION to select the audio component  
you want within 8 seconds of displaying “A: ....”  
(AUDIO MODE).  
If the mode indication disappears, press MODE  
again to make it reappear.  
2
Start playing the component, then use MASTER  
VOLUME to adjust the volume.  
To  
Do This  
Start playing the selected video and audio  
components.  
Open the control panel  
Press PANEL UP/ DOWN.  
Press again to close.  
Reinforce the bass  
Adjust the balance  
Press BASS BOOST to light  
the button’s indicator.  
Open the control panel,  
press the BALANCE  
control to extend it, then  
turn it to the left (L) or right  
(R). After adjustment be  
sure to depress the  
BALANCE control  
Enjoy high quality sound  
Press DIRECT PASS to  
bypass audio effects the  
equalizer, bass  
reinforcement, and  
surround effects. The  
button’s indicator lights up.  
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Selecting a component directly from the  
remote control (USA and Canada only)  
Tuning and Presetting the  
Radio Stations  
1
Press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL FUNCTION  
buttons to select the component you want to use.  
The receiver and the selected component turn on.  
The SYSTEM CONTROL FUNCTION buttons on  
the remote are factory-set as follows:  
The receiver lets you tune a station by scanning  
stations (Automatic Tuning), and by selecting preset  
stations (Preset Tuning).  
For the on-screen operations, see pages 27 to 28.  
To listen to or watch  
Records  
Press*  
PHONO  
TUNER  
CD  
1
Turn FUNCTION to light the “TUNER” function  
indicator, then press FM/ AM to select FM or AM.  
Radio programs  
Compact Discs (CD)  
2
3
Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears.  
Digital Audio Tapes (DAT)  
or MiniDiscs (MD)  
DAT/ MD  
Open the control panel and press TUNING + or –.  
The frequency indication changes and scanning  
stops when the receiver tunes in a station. To  
continue scanning, press + or – again. Press + for  
a higher station number; press – for a lower one.  
Audio tapes  
Video tapes  
TAPE  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2  
or VIDEO 3  
Laser discs/ DVD  
TV programs  
LD/ DVD  
TV/ DBS  
Presetting the radio stations  
* “NO CONNECTION” is displayed if you select a  
function that was set to “NO” in the FUNCTION set  
up menu (see page 54).  
1
Tune in the station you want.  
If the component does not turn on  
Press the power switch on the component.  
2
Open the control panel and press MEMORY.  
“MEMORY” appears for a few seconds.  
Do steps 3 and 4 before “MEMORY” disappears.  
If “MEMORY” disappears, press MEMORY again.  
2
Start playing.  
Refer to “Remote Descriptions” on page 48 for  
details.  
3
4
Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C).  
To turn off the components  
Press PRESET TUNING + or – repeatedly to select  
the preset you want.  
Press SYSTEM OFF. This will also turn off the video and  
audio components connected to the SWITCHED AC  
OUTLETs on the back of this unit at the same time.  
5
6
Press MEMORY again to store the station.  
Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset up to 30 stations.  
To change a preset station  
Preset a new station at the number you want to change.  
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Tuning preset stations (Preset Tuning)  
Recording  
1
2
3
Turn FUNCTION to display “TUNER”.  
For the on-screen operations, see page 29.  
Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C).  
1
2
3
Turn FUNCTION to select the playback  
component you want to record.  
Press PRESET TUNING + or – repeatedly to select  
the station you want. Each time you press the  
buttons, the preset numbers change as follows:  
Insert a blank tape into the recording component  
and adjust the recording level, if necessary.  
nA1˜A2˜...A9˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...B9˜B0N  
Start recording on the recording component, then  
start playing the playback component.  
nC0˜C9...C2˜C1N  
Note  
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about 1 week, the  
To stop recording  
Stop both components.  
preset stations will be cleared. Preset the stations again.  
Replacing audio while recording a video  
component (Front panel only)  
1
Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Playing audio and video  
components at the same time” on page 49.  
2
3
Insert a blank video tape into the recording VCR.  
Start recording on the recording VCR, then start  
playing both the video and audio components  
you want to record.  
To change the video component in step 3  
Press MODE to display “V: ....” (VISUAL MODE) and select  
the other video component within 8 seconds.  
To record other audio on a specific part of video  
1 Pause the video component at the point where you  
want to record the other audio.  
2 Press MODE to display “A: ....” (AUDIO MODE),  
then select the audio component you want.  
3 Start recording on the recording VCR, release the  
pause mode and start playing the audio component.  
To resume recording the original sound, press  
MODE to display “A: ....” (AUDIO MODE) and  
select the original source.  
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Digital Recording  
Adjusting the Sound  
EXAMPLE: Recording a CD using a DAT deck.  
See your DAT or CD player’s instruction manual if you need  
The adjusted sounds are stored automatically.  
help.  
1
2
Turn FUNCTION to select DAT/ MD, then press  
INPUT MODE repeatedly to select “DIGITAL  
(OPTICAL)”.  
To select the sound fields  
For the on-screen operations, see page 33.  
Turn FUNCTION to select CD, then press INPUT  
MODE repeatedly to select “DIGITAL  
(OPTICAL)”.  
Press GENRE repeatedly to display the sound fields  
genres, then press MODE repeatedly to display the  
sound fields mode. For the list of sound fields, see  
page 31.  
3
4
Insert a blank digital audio tape into the DAT for  
recording.  
To turn off the sound fields  
Press SOUND FIELD.  
Start recording on the DAT, then start playing the  
CD you want to record.  
To adjust the equalizer parameters  
Note  
For the on-screen operations, see page 35.  
You cannot record the digital signal from a Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) program source.  
1
2
Start playing a component, then select the sound  
field you want to adjust.  
Open the control panel and press EQUALIZER  
CH repeatedly to select Front (F), Center (C) or  
Rear (R).  
3
4
Press EQUALIZER BAND repeatedly to select  
Bass (BASS) or Treble (TREBLE).  
Use digital processing control buttons (B/ b) to  
adjust the level, then use (V/ v) to select the  
frequency (Hz) and use (B/ b) to adjust the  
frequency. Repeat until you obtain the sound you  
desire. You can adjust the level ± 10 dB in 0.5 dB  
steps.  
Front speaker bass adjustment  
Level : F: BASS 0dB  
Frequency : F: BASS 250Hz  
Front speaker treble adjustment  
Level : F: TREBLE 0dB  
Frequency : F: TREBLE 2.5kHz  
Center speaker bass adjustment  
Level : C: BASS 0dB  
Frequency : C: BASS 250Hz  
Center speaker treble adjustment  
Level : C: TREBLE 0dB  
Frequency : C: TREBLE 2.5kHz  
Rear speaker bass adjustment  
Level : R: BASS 0dB  
Frequency : R: BASS 250Hz  
Rear speaker treble adjustment  
Level : R: TREBLE 0dB  
Frequency : R: TREBLE 2.5kHz  
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Front to rear seat position  
Initial setting is : SEAT F___1___R  
5
Repeat steps 2 through 4 to make all necessary  
adjustments.  
It lets you adjust the atmosphere of the current digital  
cinema sound surround effect.  
Note  
You can also use the DPC MODE and digital processing  
Left to right seat position  
control buttons to select the EQ parameters.  
Initial setting is : SEAT L___1___R  
It lets you adjust the atmosphere of the current digital  
cinema sound surround effect.  
z To turn off the equalizer adjustments without  
erasing them  
Press DIRECT PASS.  
Reverberation time  
Initial setting is : REVERB S___1___L  
It lets you adjust the amount of reverberation present in the  
current digital cinema sound surround effect.  
To adjust the surround sound parameters  
For the on-screen operations, see pages 34 and 36.  
Low Frequency Extension (LFE) mix level (DISCRETE only)  
Initial setting is : LFE MIX 0dB  
1
2
3
Start playing a component, then select the sound  
field you want to adjust.  
This parameter lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low  
Frequency Extension) channel output from the sub woofer  
without effecting the level of the bass frequencies sent to the  
sub woofer from the front, center or rear channels via the  
bass redirection circuitry.  
Open the control panel and press DPC MODE  
repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up.  
Use digital processing control buttons (V/ v) to  
select the parameter you want.  
See “Surround (SUR) parameters” below for  
details.  
Dynamic range compression ratio  
Initial setting is : D.RANGE COMP OFF  
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track.  
This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low  
volumes late at night.  
4
Use digital processing control buttons (B/ b) to  
adjust the level of the parameter.  
p Sp e a ke r le ve l / b a la n ce p a ra m e t e rs (Se e p a g e 23  
fo r d e t a ils)  
Note  
Rear speaker balance  
Initial setting is : REAR L___1___R  
Certain menu items may not be available for adjustment  
depending on the current settings and menu modes.  
Unavailable items appear dimmed when shown in the  
display.  
Lets you adjust balance between the rear speakers.  
Rear speaker level  
Initial setting is : REAR 0 dB  
Lets you adjust level of the rear speakers.  
Surround (SUR) parameters  
p Su rro u n d so u n d p a ra m e t e rs (Se e p a g e 36 fo r  
d e t a ils)  
Center speaker level  
Initial setting is : CENTER 0 dB  
Surround effect level (Digital Cinema Sound modes only)  
Initial setting is : EFFECT [_______]  
Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.  
It lets you adjust the “presence” of the current digital cinema  
sound surround effect.  
Sub woofer level  
Initial setting is : SUB WOOFER 0 dB  
•
In the KARAOKE mode, use the effect level to adjust the  
amount of vocal cancellation. Greater effect levels produce  
greater reduction of the vocals.  
Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.  
Wall Type  
Initial setting is : WALL S___1___H  
It lets you adjust the “brightness” of the current digital  
cinema sound surround effect.  
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Set up parameters  
Customizing the Receiver  
p SPEAKER SETUP (se e p a g e s 22 t o 23 fo r d e t a ils)  
Operations  
Front speaker  
Initial setting is : FRONT SP [LARGE]  
The menu operations allow you to customize various  
aspects of the receiver to suit your listening  
environment, your speakers, your components, and  
your personal preferences.  
Center speaker  
Initial setting is : CENTER SP [LARGE]  
For the on-screen speaker setup operations, see page  
22.  
Rear speaker  
Initial setting is : REAR SP [LARGE]  
1
2
Open the control panel and press SET UP.  
“SET UP” appears in the display.  
Rear speaker place  
Initial setting is : REAR SP [SIDE]  
Press SET UP repeatedly to display one of the  
following menus:  
Sub woofer  
Initial setting is : SUB WOOFER [ YES ]  
SPEAKER SETUP  
FUNCTION HOOKUP  
OTHER SETUP  
p FUNCTION HOOKUP  
VIDEO1, VIDEO2, LD/DVD, TV/DBS, TAPE, DAT/MD, CD,  
PHONO  
Initial setting is : CONNECT  
3
4
5
6
Use digital processing control buttons (V/ v) to  
select the parameter you want.  
These settings let you delete the names of unconnected  
components from the function lists.  
Use digital processing control buttons (B/ b) to  
adjust the parameter.  
•
CONNECT displays the name of the respective  
component (jacks).  
•
NO deletes the name of the respective component (jacks).  
Repeat steps 2 and 4 to make all necessary  
adjustments.  
Notes  
•
When a function is set to “NO”, it cannot be selected.  
If an S-LINK signal (Control A1, Control-S) is input to  
the S-LINK jack from a component whose function was  
set to “NO”, the function will automatically switch to  
“CONNECT” and that function will be selected.  
When using the remote, “NO CONNECTION” is  
displayed if you select a function that was set to “NO”.  
•
Press SET UP twice to exit the set up mode.  
•
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p OTHER SETUP  
Indexing  
Center speaker delay  
Initial setting is : CENT. DELAY 0  
Using the index functions, you can specify names up to  
8 characters long for each component and preset radio  
station.  
See page 36 for details.  
Rear speaker delay  
Initial setting is : REAR DELAY 5  
For the on-screen operations, see page 39.  
See page 36 for details.  
1
• For the components  
Turn FUNCTION to select a component.  
• For the preset stations  
Dimmer level  
This setting lets you select brightness of the display on the  
front panel.  
Tune in a preset station.  
•
You can select between four different settings.  
2
3
Open the control panel and press DPC MODE  
repeatedly until the INDEX indicator lights up.  
Control A1 display  
Initial setting is : CTRL A1 [AUTO]  
This setting lets you specify the display mode for Control A1  
components.  
Create a name using the digital processing control  
buttons.  
Press V or v to select a character, and then press b  
to move the cursor to the next position.  
The name is stored automatically.  
•
AUTO displays “PLAY”, “STOP”, “PAUSE” or “REC” for  
about 8 seconds when the operation switches.  
FIX displays “PLAY”, “STOP”, “PAUSE”, “REC” or the  
contents of a disc or track memo of a CD or MD at all  
times.  
•
To insert a space, press V or v until a blank space  
appears in the display. The space appears  
between " and A.  
If you’ve made a mistake, press B or b repeatedly  
until the character you want to change flashes.  
Then select the right character.  
•
OFF turns off the operation status display.  
Notes  
•
This setting is only effective when the IR code setting is  
set to Sony Control A1.  
•
If the disc or track memo contains a character that the  
receiver cannot display, “.” appears for that character.  
4
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to assign index names to other  
components or stations.  
z To switch the display  
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display switches  
between the index name n component name (or  
1)  
1)  
frequency) n track memo* n disc memo* .  
•
If the Control-A1 display mode is set to “AUTO” or  
“FIX” when listening to a Control-A1 compatible tape  
or DAT deck, the Control-A1 operations are  
displayed together with the index name and  
component name.  
Exa m p le : TAPE [PLAY] n index name [PLAY]  
1)  
* If the Control-A1 display mode is set to “FIX” when  
listening to a Control-A1 compatible CD player or  
MD deck, you can display the disc memo and track  
memo information in addition to the Control-A1  
operations.  
Exa m p le : CD [PLAY] n index name [PLAY] n  
2)  
3)  
disc memo* n track memo*  
2)  
* Up to 13 characters for CD (15 for MD).  
3)  
* Up to 14 characters for CD (15 for MD).  
Note  
The display mode returns to FREQUENCY automatically  
when you press TUNING +/ –.  
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3
Click the remote when the operation you want  
appears in the front panel display.  
The “<------>” and “<------” displays indicate that  
no operations are available at the current flasher  
position.  
Playing Components Without  
the TV (Flasher)  
(except for USA and Canada)  
Using the flasher function, you can control components  
without using the TV's on-screen display. Instead, you  
use the remote and the display on the front panel of the  
receiver.  
To select another component  
Press the up or down corner of the direction control button.  
The component names appear in the display one at a time.  
If you select a video component, the TV will turn on  
automatically.  
1
Press the FLASHER button on the remote to turn  
off the on-screen display.  
To temporarily cancel the Flasher function  
Press the left or right corner of the direction control button  
repeatedly to display “FLASHER OFF”, then click the  
remote.  
If you are listening to an audio source the TV  
turns off automatically.  
2
Press the left or right corner of the direction  
control button repeatedly.  
You can also cancel by pressing FLASHER on the remote.  
Each time you press the direction control button  
the receiver displays a different operation (the  
FUNCTION indicators also light to help separate  
the different operations).  
The operations available for each component are  
shown below.  
z If you turn off the receiver while the Flasher  
function is on  
The next time the receiver is turned on “FLASHER  
START” is displayed and the receiver turns on in the  
flasher mode.  
Component  
Operations  
VIDEO 1, 2, 3  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF,  
0, (, ), p, P, CH –, CH +, REC  
LD/ DVD  
CD  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF,  
0, (, ), p, P, =, +  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF*,  
0, (, ), p, P, =, +,  
DISC SKIP  
TUNER  
TAPE  
DAT  
FLASHER OFF, PRESET CH –,  
PRESET CH +  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF,  
0, (, ), p, P, REC  
FLASHER OFF, 0, (, ), p, P,  
=, +, REC  
MD  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF,  
0, (, ), p, P, =, +, REC  
PHONO  
TV/ DBS  
FLASHER OFF  
FLASHER OFF, POWER ON/ OFF,  
CH –, CH +  
* Sony CD player only.  
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You have difficulty operating the unit because the on-  
screen display is distorted.  
Troubleshooting  
/ If you connect two or more VCRs to the  
receiver, make sure to use a distributor when  
connecting the TV antenna to the VCRs to  
preserve video signal quality.  
If you run into any problems using this receiver, use  
the following list.  
First, check that the power cord is connected firmly.  
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
/ Clean the head of the VCR.  
/ Do not select channels where there is no  
broadcast. Set your VCR (etc.) to skip  
channels where there is no broadcast.  
Power  
The TV turns off when you turn on the receiver with the  
remote.  
The remote does not function.  
/ Replace weak batteries in the remote with  
new ones.  
/ Remove any obstacles in the path of the  
remote and the IR sensor.  
/ Make sure that the TV is off when you turn  
on the receiver with the remote.  
/ The infrared (IR) signals transmitted from the  
IR emitter may not be reaching the IR sensor  
on the respective component. In such a case,  
connect the IR repeater to IR OUT jack on the  
rear of the receiver (see page 6).  
/ Press the GUI button on the remote before  
performing the operation (USA and Canada  
only).  
The component turns off when you select a component  
with the remote.  
/ The component was turned on by another  
remote. The component needs to be turned  
on by the receiver’s remote or manually (after  
selection).  
Some components do not turn off when you press ALL  
OFF / SYSTEM OFF.  
/ The component was turned on by another  
Sound  
remote. Turn off the component manually.  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
On-screen control  
/ Make sure you select the correct component  
on the receiver.  
/ Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector  
correctly (see page 10).  
The on-screen display does not appear.  
/ Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
/ Place your TV away from the audio  
components.  
/ Click the  
icon if the MUTING indicator  
/ Select the appropriate component on the  
receiver.  
on the front panel is lit.  
/ The protective device on the receiver has been  
activated because of a short circuit.  
The on-screen display does not respond or disappears  
while you are using the remote.  
(“PROTECTOR” flashes.) Turn off the  
receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem  
and turn on the power again.  
/ Make sure the remote is not too far from the  
IR sensor.  
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected correctly and securely.  
The on-screen display becomes distorted when you select  
a component with the remote.  
/ There may be distortion in the video signal,  
/ Adjust the BALANCE control on the front  
panel.  
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Severe hum or noise is heard.  
Others  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
IR codes of components cannot be registered.  
/ When registering the IR code, be sure to  
check the following:  
/ Check that the connecting cords are away  
from a transformer or motor, and at least 10  
feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or  
fluorescent light.  
/ Place your TV away from the audio  
components.  
/ Make sure you connect a ground wire to the  
antenna ground terminal.  
/ The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them  
with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.  
•
Point the remote at the IR sensor on the  
receiver from a distance of less than 4 inches  
(10 cm).  
•
Hold down the button on the remote for  
about 2 or 3 seconds until the “RECEIVING”  
display switches to “RELEASE YOUR  
REMOTE”.  
•
Keep the remote pointed horizontally at the  
LEARNING SENSOR until the code is  
registered.  
No sound is heard from the center speaker.  
/ Select a sound mode other than ACOUSTIC  
or KARAOKE (see page 34).  
Recording cannot be made.  
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately  
(see page 23).  
/ Check that the components are connected  
correctly.  
/ Select the playback component with the  
remote or with the FUNCTION knob on the  
front panel.  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from  
the rear speakers.  
/ Select a sound field other than ACOUSTIC.  
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately  
A component cannot be selected  
(see page 23).  
/ Check the FUNCTION hookup setting of the  
component (see page 54).  
Surround effect cannot be obtained.  
/ Turn on the sound field function.  
/ Set DIRECT PASS to OFF.  
/ Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector  
correctly (see page 10).  
Tuner  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
/ Check that the antenna is connected securely.  
Adjust the antenna and connect an external  
antenna if necessary.  
/ The signal strength of the stations is too weak  
(when you tune in with Automatic Tuning).  
Use Direct Tuning (see page 27).  
/ Make sure you set the tuning interval  
correctly (when you tune in AM stations with  
Automatic Tuning) (see page 27 or 50 and 60).  
/ No stations have been preset or the preset  
stations have been cleared (when you tune in  
with Preset Tuning). Preset the stations (see  
page 28 or 50).  
/ Display the frequency by pressing DISPLAY  
(when you tune with Automatic Tuning).  
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Dynamic power  
output (USA and  
Canadian models  
only)  
165 W + 165 W, 8 ohms  
280 W + 280 W, 4 ohms  
Digital signal processor section  
Specifications  
Modulation  
High Density Linear  
Converter  
(A/D conversion)  
Less than 0.05%  
(Direct Pass)  
Harmonic  
Demodulation  
(D/A conversion)  
High Density Linear  
Converter (Advanced  
Pulse D/ A converter)  
Audio power specifications  
distortion at  
rated output  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL  
HARMONIC DISTORTION  
PHONO: RIAA  
equalization curve  
±0.5 dB  
Frequency  
response  
Sampling  
frequency  
48 kHz  
CD, TAPE, DAT/ MD,  
LD,DVD, TV/ DBS,  
LFE MIX  
MUTE, -20 ~ 0 dB, 0.5  
dB step  
D.RANGE COMP  
OFF, 0.1 ~ 0.9, STD,  
MAX  
REAR level  
–20 ~ +10 dB, 0.5 dB  
step  
CENTER level  
–20 ~ +10 dB, 0.5 dB  
step  
SUB WOOFER level  
–20 ~ +10 dB, 0.5 dB  
step  
WALL  
17-step adjustable  
SEAT  
L/ R 17-step adjustable  
F/ R 17-step adjustable  
EFFECT  
21-step adjustable  
REVERB time  
17-step adjustable  
Surround  
With 8-ohm loads both  
channels driven, from 20 -  
20,000 Hz; rated 120 watts  
per channel minimum RMS  
power, with no more than  
0.05 % total harmonic  
distortion from 250  
VIDEO: 10 Hz - 50  
+0.5  
kHz dB  
–2  
(Direct Pass)  
Input (ANALOG)  
Sensitivity Impedance  
2.5 mV 50  
S/N  
PHONO  
75 dB*  
kilohms (A, 2.5 mV)  
milliwatts to rated output  
(USA model only).  
CD, TAPE,  
DAT/MD,  
VIDEO,  
200 mV  
50  
82 dB*  
LD/DVD,  
TV/DBS  
kilohms (A, 200mV)  
Amplifier section  
POWER OUTPUT  
Input (DIGITAL)  
Stereo mode  
8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz,  
THD 0.05%,  
Sensitivity Impedance  
S/N  
120 W + 120 W  
LD/DVD  
AC-3 RF  
–
75 ohms 100 dB  
Surround mode  
(A, 20 kHz LPF)  
(8 ohms at 1kHz, THD  
0.05%)  
LD/DVD  
–
75 ohms 100 dB  
Front: 120 W/ ch  
Center*: 120 W  
COAXIAL  
(A, 20 kHz LPF)  
Rear*: 120 W/ ch  
* No sound may be  
output when using  
certain sound sources  
and/ or sound mode  
settings.  
LD/DVD, CD  
DAT/MD,  
TV/DBS,  
–
–
100 dB  
(A, 20 kHz LPF)  
The available parameters are different for  
each sound field, see page 34 for details.  
OPTICAL  
* ’78 IHF  
Equalizer  
Band  
BASS/ TREBLE  
Outputs  
Turnover frequency  
BASS: 99 Hz ~ 992 Hz  
TREBLE: 1.0 kHz ~ 8.6  
kHz  
REC OUT VIDEO 1, 2  
(AUDIO) OUT:  
Voltage 200 mV,  
Impedance 10 kilohms  
PRE OUT  
Level  
±10 dB, 0.5 dB step  
Voltage: 2 V  
Impedance: 1 kilohms  
PHONES: Accepts low  
and high impedance  
headphones  
BASS BOOST  
+6 dB at 70 Hz  
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FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
Video section  
Inputs  
VIDEO:  
1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
S-VIDEO:  
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms  
87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
Antenna  
terminals  
75 ohms, unbalanced  
Sensitivity  
Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 µV  
Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 µV  
VIDEO:  
1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
S-VIDEO:  
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms  
Outputs  
Usable sensitivity  
S/N  
11.2 dBf, 2 µV (IHF)  
Mono: 76 dB  
Stereo: 70 dB  
General  
System  
Harmonic  
distortion at  
1 kHz  
Mono: 0.3 %  
Stereo: 0.5 %  
Tuner section: PLL  
quartz-locked digital  
synthesizer system  
Preamplifier section:  
Low-noise NF type  
equalizer  
Power amplifier section:  
Pure-complimentary  
Parallel P.P.  
Separation  
45 dB at 1 kHz  
Frequency  
response  
30 Hz - 15 kHz +0.5dB  
–2  
60 dB at 400 kHz  
Selectivity  
Power  
requirements  
Australian models:  
240 V AC, 50 Hz  
AM tuner section  
USA, Canadian models:  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Tuning range  
With 10 kHz interval*  
(except for Australia) :  
530 - 1710 kHz  
Power  
consumption  
Australian models: 430 W  
USA models: 385 W  
Canada models: 550 VA  
With 9 kHz interval:  
531 - 1710 kHz  
(USA and Canada)  
531 - 1602 kHz  
AC outlets  
Australian models:  
(Australia)  
1 switched, total 100 W  
USA, Canadian models:  
2 switched, total 120 W  
Antenna  
Loop antenna  
Usable sensitivity  
50 dB/ m (at 1,000 kHz or  
999 kHz)  
Dimensions  
430 x 160 x 435 mm  
(17 x 6 3/ 8 x 17 1/ 4 inches)  
S/N  
54 dB (at 50 mV/ m)  
Mass (Approx.)  
16.0 kg (35 lb 4 oz)  
See page 5.  
Harmonic  
distortion  
0.5 % (50 mV/ m,  
400 kHz)  
Supplied  
accessories  
Selectivity  
At 9 kHz: 35 dB  
At 10 kHz: 40 dB  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
* You can change the AM tuning  
interval between 9 kHz and 10 kHz.  
After tuning in any AM station, turn  
off the receiver. While holding down  
the PRESET + button, press the  
POWER switch. When you change  
the interval, all the preset stations will  
be erased. To reset the interval, repeat  
the same procedure.  
(USA and Canadian models only.)  
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Ad d it io nal Informat ion
Parameter  
Variable of sound that composes sound  
image, such as tone or delay time. You  
can customize the pre-programmed  
sound fields by adjusting parameters to  
suit your listening situation.  
Glossary  
Center mode  
Setting of speakers to enhance Dolby Pro  
Logic Surround mode. To obtain the  
best possible surround sound, select one  
of the four center modes (WIDE,  
NORMAL, PHANTOM or 3 CH LOGIC)  
according to your speaker system.  
Sound field  
Sound pattern produced by a sounding  
source or sources in a given  
environment due to direct and reflected  
sounds and the acoustics of the  
environment. The receiver offers pre-  
programmed sound fields to let you  
enjoy surround sound easily.  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
Decoding system of Dolby Surround  
sound standardized in TV programs and  
movies. Compared with the former  
Dolby Surround system, Dolby Pro  
Logic Surround improves sound image  
by using four separate channels: off-  
screen audio effects, on-screen dialog,  
left-to-right panning, and music. These  
channels manipulate the sound to be  
heard and enhance the action as it  
happens on the screen.  
Surround sound  
Sound that consists of three elements:  
direct sound, early reflected sound  
(early reflections) and reverberative  
sound (reverberation). The acoustics  
where you hear the sound affect the  
way these three sound elements are  
heard. These sound elements are  
combined in such a way that you can  
actually feel the size and the type of a  
concert hall.  
Dolby Surround  
Encoding and decoding system of Dolby  
Surround sound for consumer use.  
Dolby Surround decodes the extra  
channels on the Dolby Surround-  
encoded sound tracks of movie videos  
and TV programs and produces sound  
effects and echoes that make the action  
seem to envelop you.  
• Types of sound  
Reverberation  
Early reflections  
Direct sound  
The receiver offers Dolby Surround  
(PRO LOGIC) as one of the pre-  
• Transition of sound from rear  
speakers  
programmed sound fields. If you have  
rear or center speaker(s), we recommend  
that you customize the Dolby Surround  
sound field by selecting the appropriate  
center mode to take advantage of Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround sound.  
Direct sound  
Early  
reflections  
Reverberation  
Level  
Time  
Early reflection time  
Effect level  
Combination of the level of early  
reflections and reverberation. You can  
adjust the effect level in 6 levels. As you  
select higher levels, the room becomes  
“live,” and as you select lower levels, the  
room becomes “dead.”  
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Ad d it io n a l In fo rm a t io n  
S
H
Scanning  
CD list 46  
Hookups  
AC power cord 14  
Index  
preset stations 28, 51  
radio stations 27, 50  
Searching for a CD 46  
Selecting  
AM/ FM antennas 6  
audio components 7  
digital components 12  
A, B  
AC-3. See Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
Adjusting  
IR repeater  
6
a component 24  
overview  
5
delay time 36, 55  
equalizer 35, 52  
using the front panel 49  
display parameter 55  
Sleep timer 44  
speakers 8  
TV/ VCRs 11  
position of the on-screen  
display 43  
sensitivity of remote 42  
sound parameter 36, 53  
speaker volume 23, 53  
volume 24, 49  
Sound field  
I, J, K  
adjustable parameters 34  
customizing 34-37, 52-53  
pre-programmed 31-33  
Speakers  
Indexing  
CDs 45  
preset stations 39, 55  
program sources 39, 55  
using the controls on the  
front panel 55  
Antenna hookups  
connection  
impedance 10  
placement  
8
AM/ FM  
Audio components hookups 7  
Automatic play 40  
Automatic start 40  
Automatic tuning 27, 50  
6
9
Inserting batteries into the  
remote 15  
IR repeater 6, 43  
selecting the speaker  
system 10  
Storing radio stations. See  
Presetting  
L
C
D
Surround sound 61  
Labeling. See Indexing  
CD changer operation 44  
Changing the display settings  
42  
Connecting. See Hookups  
Customizing sound fields 34, 52  
T
M
Test tone 23  
Troubleshooting 57  
Tuning  
Macro operations 41  
N, O  
by scanning indexed  
stations 28  
directly 27  
using preset stations 28, 51  
using the controls on the  
front panel 50  
Naming. See Indexing  
Delay time 36, 55  
P, Q  
Digital components  
connecting 12  
playback from 25, 49  
Dimming the display 55  
Direct tuning 27  
Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
speaker setting 22-23  
sound modes 31-32  
Dolby Surround sound 61  
Dubbing. See Recording  
Parameter 34, 61  
Playing components without the  
TV 56  
Preset station 28, 50  
Presetting  
radio stations 28, 50  
Preset tuning 28, 51  
Program source  
TV/ VCR hookups 11  
U, V  
Unpacking  
5
W, X, Y, Z  
indexing 39, 55  
selecting 24, 49  
Watching  
TV/ video programs 26  
E
F
R
Editing. See Recording  
Effect level 34, 35, 53  
Rear panel 5  
Receiving broadcasts. See  
Tuning  
Recording 29  
Front panel 47  
Flasher 56  
using the controls on the  
front panel 51  
Registering IR codes 17, 19, 38  
clearing the signal 18, 21,  
39  
G
Grouping CDs 45  
Remote 15-21, 48  
controlling non-Sony  
components 17, 19, 38  
controlling Sony  
components 17, 19  
inserting batteries 15  
sensitivity 42  
usage 15-16  
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