3-289-450-45(1)
Multi Channel AV
Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-DG820
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This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
STR-DG820. Check your model number by
looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
In this manual, models of area code CEL is used
for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.
Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in
the text, for example, “Models of area code CEK
only”.
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the supplied remote. You can also use
the controls on the receiver if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.
This product is manufactured under license from
Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. Sony
Corporation hereby grants the user a non-exclusive,
non-transferable, limited right of use to this product
under USA and foreign patent, patent pending and
other technology or trademarks owned by Neural
Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. “Neural
Surround”, “Neural Audio”, “Neural” and “NRL”
are trademarks and logos owned by Neural Audio
Corporation, THX is a trademark of THX Ltd.,
which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All
rights reserved.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel
(see the illustration below).
“x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” and
are trademarks of
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
L
L
Sony Corporation.
CENTER
R
R
SPEAKERS
FRONT
B
L
FRONT
A
L
R
R
SPEAKERS
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
*
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX,
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a
registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol,
DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
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Table of Contents
8: Calibrating the appropriate settings
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume
Using only the front speakers
Listening to the sound without any adjustment
Resetting sound fields to the initial
(AUTO CALIBRATION).......................31
9: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(Models of area code CEL, CEK, ECE
Using the Control for HDMI function for
Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers
Settings for the speakers
Settings for the surround sound
Settings for the system
(System Audio Control)......................... 74
Turning off the receiver with the TV
Switching between digital and analog audio
Listening to digital sound from other inputs
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
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Getting Started
Description and location of parts
Front panel
1 2 3 45
6
7 8
9
ON/STANDBY
POWER
MASTER VOLUME
TONE MODE
TONE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLAY
INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
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To remove the cover
Press PUSH.
When you remove the cover, keep it out
of reach from children.
Status of the POWER button
Off
The receiver is turned off (initial
setting).
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights off.
Press POWER to turn the receiver on.
You cannot turn the receiver on using
the remote.
On/Standby
Press ?/1 on the remote to turn the
receiver on or set it to the standby mode.
When you press POWER on the
receiver, the receiver will be turned off.
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights up in
green when the receiver is on.
The ON/STANDBY lamp lights up in
red when the receiver is set to standby
mode.
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Name
Function
Name
Function
M MEMORY/
Press to store a station or
enter the selection when
selecting the settings (page
A POWER
Press to turn the receiver on
98).
ENTER
ON/STANDBY
lamp
Show the status of the
receiver (page 6).
N AUTO CAL MIC Connects to the supplied
optimizer microphone for
the Digital Cinema Auto
Calibration function (page
32).
jack
B TONE MODE
TONE +/–
Adjusts the tonal quality
(bass/treble level) of the
front speakers.
Press TONE MODE
repeatedly to select bass or
treble level, then turn
TONE +/– to adjust the
O VIDEO 2 IN/
PORTABLE AV
IN jacks
Connects to a portable
audio/video component
such as a camcorder or
P SPEAKERS
Switch to OFF, A, B, A+B
of the front speakers (page
30).
C TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
D TUNING +/–
Turn to scan a station (page
Q PHONES jack
Connects to headphones
E Remote sensor Receives signals from
remote commander.
F Display window The current status of the
selected component or a list
of selectable items appears
here (page 8).
G DISPLAY
Press repeatedly to select
information displayed on
H INPUT MODE
Press to select the input
mode when the same
components are connected
to both digital and analog
I MASTER
Turn to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
41).
VOLUME
J INPUT
Turn to select the input
source to playback (page
SELECTOR
K 2CH/A.DIRECT Press to select a sound field
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
L DIMMER
Press repeatedly to adjust
the brightness of the
display.
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About the indicators on the display
1 2 34
5
6
8
9 0
7
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Name
Function
Name
Function
A SW
Lights up when the audio signal
is output from the
F Neural - THX Lights up when the receiver
applies Neural - THX
SUBWOOFER jacks.
processing to input signals.
B LFE
Lights up when the disc being
played back contains an LFE
(Low Frequency Effect)
channel and the LFE channel
signal is actually being
reproduced.
G DTS/
DTS-ES/
“DTS” lights up when the
receiver is decoding DTS
signals.
“DTS-ES” lights up when the
receiver is decoding DTS-ES
signals.
DTS 96/24
“DTS 96/24” lights up when the
receiver is decoding DTS
96 kHz/24 bit signals.
Note
When playing a DTS format
disc, be sure that you have made
digital connections and that
INPUT MODE is set to
“AUTO” (page 75).
C COAX
Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the COAXIAL
jack or when INPUT MODE is
D OPT
Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the OPTICAL
jack or when INPUT MODE is
H D.RANGE
Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page
I SP A/SP B/ Lights up according to the
E
;
;
;
;
D/
“; D” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital signals.
“; D EX” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital Surround EX signals.
“; D+” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital Plus signals.
SP A+B
speaker system used (page 30).
However, these indicators do
not light up if the speaker output
is turned off or if headphones
are connected.
D EX/
D+/
TrueHD
J SLEEP
Lights up when the sleep timer
K Tuner
Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
(page 63), etc.
“; TrueHD” lights up when
the receiver is decoding Dolby
TrueHD signals.
indicators
Note
Note
“RDS” appears for models of
area code CEL, CEK, ECE
only.
When playing a Dolby Digital
format disc, be sure that you
have made digital connections
and that INPUT MODE is set to
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Name
Function
Name
Function
L A.DIRECT
Lights up when the receiver is
processing Analog Direct
signals.
V Playback
channel
The letters (L, C, R, etc.)
indicate the channels being
played back. The boxes around
the letters vary to show how the
receiver downmixes the source
sound (based on the speaker
settings).
indicators
M MEM
Lights up when a memory
function, such as Preset
activated.
L
Front Left
R
C
SL
SR
S
Front Right
Center (monaural)
Surround Left
Surround Right
Surround (monaural or the
surround components obtained
by Pro Logic processing)
Surround Back Left
Surround Back Right
Surround Back (the surround
back components obtained by
6.1 channel decoding)
Example:
N ; PL/
; PL II/
; PL IIx
“; PL” lights up when the
receiver applies Pro Logic
processing to 2 channel signals
in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.
“; PL II” lights up when the
Pro Logic II decoder is
activated.
SBL
SBR
SB
“; PL IIx” lights up when the
Pro Logic IIx decoder is
activated.
O NEO:6
Lights up when DTS Neo:6
Cinema/Music decoder is
Speaker pattern: 3/0.1
Recording format: 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
P EQ
Lights up when the equalizer is
activated.
SW
Q DTS-HD
MSTR/
“DTS-HD MSTR” lights up
when the receiver is decoding
DTS-HD Master Audio signals.
“DTS-HD HI RES” lights up
when the receiver is decoding
DTS-HD High Resolution
signals.
L
C
R
DTS-HD HI
RES
SL
SR
R LPCM
Lights up when Linear PCM
signals are detected.
S ANALOG
Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “ANALOG” or no
digital signals are detected
when INPUT MODE is set to
T DMPORT
Lights up when DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter is
connected and “DMPORT” is
selected.
U HDMI
Lights up when the receiver
recognizes a component
connected via an HDMI IN jack
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Rear panel
1 2
1
3
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT
DVD
IN
P
R
/
C
R
B
L
FRONT
A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
7 5
6 5
4
C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/
A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section
OUTPUT section
OPTICAL IN Connectsto aDVD
jacks
player, etc. The
COAXIAL jack
provides a better
sound quality
27).
Y, PB/CB, PR/CR Connects to aDVD
IN/OUT* jacks player, TV,
satellite tuner, etc.
Green
(Y)
COAXIAL IN
jack
Blue
(PB/CB
27).
)
Red
(PR/CR
)
HDMI IN/
OUT* jacks
Connectsto aDVD
player, satellite
tuner, or a Blu-ray
disc player, etc.
The image is
output to a TV or a
projector while the
sound can be
D SPEAKERS section
Connects to
speakers (page 17).
output from a TV
or/and speakers
connected to this
receiver (page 23).
B ANTENNA section
E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
FM
ANTENNA
jack
Connects to the
supplied FM wire
antenna (page 28).
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
Connects to a
Super Audio CD
player, etc. (page
White (L)
Red (R)
AM
Connects to the
ANTENNA
terminals
supplied AM loop
antenna (page 28).
AUDIO OUT Connects to a
Black
jack
subwoofer (page
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F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
Remote commander
section
You can use the supplied remote to operate the
receiver and to control the Sony audio/video
components that the remote is assigned to
operate.
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
Connects to a
VCR, DVD player,
White (L)
Red (R)
You can also program the remote to control
non-Sony audio/video components. For details,
VIDEO IN/
OUT* jacks
Yellow
RM-AAP022
G DMPORT section
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1
DMPORT
jack
Connects to a
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
?/1
THEATRE RM SET UP
AV ?/1
2
3
STANDBY
SHIFT SYSTEMTV
AMP
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4
1
VIDEO 1
2
3
BD
VIDEO 2
* You can watch the selected input image when you
connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack
4
DVD
5
6
TV
SAT
7
8
9
TUNER
SA-CD/
CD
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
CLEAR/>10
5
2CH/
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MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
6
7
8
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
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MENU
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HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
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Name
Function
Name
Function
A AV ?/1
Press to turn on or off the
audio/video components that
the remote is programmed to
operate.
To turn the TV on or off, press
TV (C) and then press AV
?/1.
If you press ?/1 (B) at the
same time, it will turn off the
receiver and other components
(SYSTEM STANDBY).
Note
The function of the AV ?/1
switch changes automatically
each time you press the input
buttons (wf).
I
After pressing AMP (D),
press MENU/HOME (K) for
receiver operation, then press
V/v/B /b to select the
,
(on/standby)
V/v/B/b
settings.
After pressing BD/DVD TOP
MENU (O) or BD/DVD
MENU (O), press V/v/B/b
to select the settings, and then
press
to enter the
selection.
Press
also to enter the
selection of the receiver,
VCR, satellite tuner, DVD
player, Blu-ray disc recorder,
PSX, DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
B ?/1
(on/standby)
Press to turn the receiver on or
set it to standby mode.
To turn off all components,
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at
the same time (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
J OPTIONS
Press to display and select
items from the options menus
for DVD player or Blu-ray
disc player.
TOOLS
To save the power in standby
mode, set “CTRL:HDMI” to
To display the options of
Sony TV, press TV (C) and
then press OPTIONS
TOOLS.
C TV
Press to light up the button. It
changes the remote key
function to activate the buttons
with yellow printing. It also
K MENU/HOME Press to display the menus of
the receiver, VCR, DVD
player, satellite tuner, Blu-ray
disc recorder, PSX, DVD/
VHS COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO on the TV screen.
activate the
(9), OPTIONS TOOLS (J),
MENU/HOME (K),
(9), V/v/B/b
RETURN/EXIT O (ql), and
DISPLAY (w;) buttons to
perform menu operations for
Sony TVs only.
Then, use V/v/B/b and
perform menu operations.
to
To display the menus of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press MENU.
D AMP
Press to light up the button to
activate the receiver operation
a)
L ./>
Press to skip tracks of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
E A.F.D.
MOVIE
Press to select a sound field
MUSIC
F NIGHT MODE Press to activate the Night
Mode function (page 61).
<
/
<
Press to replay the previous
scene or fast forward the
current scene of the DVD
player, Blu-ray disc recorder,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
G SLEEP
Press to activate the Sleep
Timer function and the
duration which the receiver
turns off automatically.
H AMP MENU Press to display the menu to
operate the receiver.
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Name
Function
Name
Function
a)
m/M
Press to
N F1, F2
Press F1 or F2 to select a
component.
• DVD/HDD COMBO
F1: HDD mode
F2: DVD mode
• DVD/VHS COMBO
F1: DVD mode
F2: VHS mode
– search tracks in the forward/
backward direction of the
CD player, VCD player,
DVD player, LD player,
MD deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
O BD/DVD TOP
Press to display the menu or
on-screen guide of the DVD
or Blu-ray disc on the TV
screen. Then, use V/v/B/b
– fast forward/rewind of the
VCR, DAT deck, or tape
deck.
MENU
a)b)
and
to perform menu
N
Press to start playback of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
operations.
BD/DVD MENU Press to display the menu of
the DVD or Blu-ray disc on
the TV screen. Then, use
V/v/B/b and
menu operations.
to perform
TV INPUT
Press TV (C) and then
press TV INPUT to select
the input signal (TV input or
video input).
a)
X
Press to pause playback or
recording of the VCR, CD
player, VCD player, LD
player, DVD player, MD
deck, DAT deck, tape deck,
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO. (Also
starts recording with
WIDE
Press TV (C) and then
press WIDE to select the
wide picture mode.
P TV VOL +/–
Press TV (C) and then
press TV VOL +/– to adjust
the TV volume level.
components in recording
standby.)
MASTER
VOL +/–
Press to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time.
a)
x
Press to stop playback of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, DVD
player, MD deck, DAT deck,
tape deck, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
Q MUTING
Press to turn off the sound
temporarily. Press
MUTING again to restore
the sound.
Press TV (C) and then
press MUTING to activate
the TV’s muting function.
TUNING +/–
D.TUNING
Press to scan a station.
Press to enter direct tuning
mode.
R DISC SKIP
Press to skip disc of the CD
player, VCD player, DVD
player, or MD deck (multi-
disc changer only).
b)
M TV CH + /–
Press TV (C) and then press
TV CH +/– to select preset TV
channels.
PRESET
+ /–
Press to
b)
– select preset stations.
– select preset channels of the
VCR, satellite tuner, Blu-
ray disc recorder, DVD
player, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
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Name
Function
Name
Function
S RETURN/
Press to
X Input buttons Press one of the buttons to
select the component you
– return to the previous menu.
– exit the menu while the
menu or on-screen guide of
the VCD player, LD player,
DVD player, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or satellite tuner
is displayed on the TV
screen.
EXIT O
want to use. When you press
any of the input buttons, the
receiver turns on. The buttons
are factory assigned to control
Sony components as follows.
You can program the remote
to control non-Sony
components following the
steps in “Programming the
To return to the previous
menu of Sony TV, press TV
(3) and then press
Button
Assigned Sony
component
RETURN/EXIT O.
T DISPLAY
Press to select information
displayed on the display
window or TV screen of the
VCR, VCD player, LD player,
DVD player, CD player, MD
deck, Blu-ray disc recorder,
PSX, satellite tuner, DVD/
VHS COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
BD
VCR (VTR mode 3)
VCR (VTR mode 2)
Blu-ray disc player
DVD player
DVD
SAT
Satellite tuner
TV
TV
To select information of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press DISPLAY.
SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/
CD player
TUNER
Built-in tuner
U INPUT MODE Press AMP (4), then press
INPUT MODE to select the
input mode when the same
components are connected to
both digital and analog jacks
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
Numeric
buttons
(number 5
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press numeric buttons to
– preset/tune to preset
stations.
– select track numbers of the
CD player, VCD player, LD
player, DVD player, MD
deck, DAT deck, or tape
deck. Press 0/10 to select
track number 10.
– select channel numbers of
the VCR, satellite tuner,
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
DVD/HDD COMBO.
Press TV (3) and then press
the numeric buttons to select
the TV channels.
b)
)
V AUTO CAL
Press to activate the Digital
Cinema Auto Calibration
function.
W 2CH/
Press to select sound field
(page 62) or to switch the
audio of the selected input to
analog signal without any
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Name
Function
Name
Function
ENT/MEM
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press ENT/MEM to enter the
value after selecting a
channel, disc or track using
the numeric buttons of the
VCR, CD player, VCD
player, LD player, MD deck,
DAT deck, tape deck, satellite
tuner, Blu-ray disc recorder,
or PSX.
To enter the value of Sony
TV, press TV (C) and then
press ENT/MEM.
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press ENT/MEM to store a
station during tuner operation.
Z THEATRE
Press to enjoy optimal image
suited for movies and to
output the sound from the
speakers connected to this
receiver automatically.
Note
This button will only function
if your TV is compatible with
Theatre Mode. Refer to the
operating instructions
supplied with the TV for
details.
wjRM SET UP
Press to set up the remote.
a)
This button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter operation. For details on the
function of the button, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter.
The number 5/SAT, TV CH +/PRESET + and H
buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as
references when operating the receiver.
CLEAR/>10
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press CLEAR/>10 to clear a
mistake when you press the
incorrect numeric button of
the DVD player, Blu-ray disc
recorder, PSX, satellite tuner,
DVD/VHS COMBO, or
b)
DVD/HDD COMBO.
Notes
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press CLEAR/>10 to select
track numbers over 10 of the
CD player, VCD player, LD
player, MD deck, tape deck,
TV, VCR, or satellite tuner.
• Some functions explained in this section may not
work depending on the model.
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an
example only. Therefore, depending on the
component, the above operation may not be
possible or may operate differently than described.
-/--
Press SHIFT (wg) and then
press -/-- to select the channel
entry mode, either one or two
digit of the VCR or satellite
tuner.
To select the channel entry
mode of the TV, press TV
(C) and then press -/--.
Y SHIFT
Press to light up the buttons. It
changes the remote button
function to activate the
buttons with pink printing.
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1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel
system (7 speakers and one subwoofer).
You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of
DVD software recorded sound in the Surround
EX format if you connect one additional
surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two
surround back speakers (7.1 channel).
Enjoying a 5.1/7.1 channel
system
Example of a 7.1 channel
speaker system configuration
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel
surround sound requires five speakers (two
front speakers, a center speaker, and two
surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1
channel).
Example of a 5.1 channel
speaker system configuration
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSurround back speaker (Left)
GSurround back speaker (Right)
HSubwoofer
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
HSubwoofer
Tips
• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system,
place the surround back speaker behind the
• Since the subwoofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.
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2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
D
C
F
E
B
B
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
M
R
R
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
P
R
/
CR
FRONT A
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
IN
IN
R
SUBWOOFER
CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
A
B
B
terminalsa)
B
A
G
H
10 mm
AMonaural audio cord (not supplied)
BSpeaker cord (not supplied)
AFront speaker A (Left)
BFront speaker A (Right)
CCenter speaker
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSurround back speaker (Left)
b)
b)
GSurround back speaker (Right)
c)
DSurround speaker (Left)
HSubwoofer
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a)
If you have an additional front speaker system,
connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B
terminals. You can select the front speakers you
want to use with the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
If you connect only one surround back speaker,
connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK
L terminals.
When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, turn off the function when
watching movies. If the auto standby function is
set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically
based on the level of the input signal to a
subwoofer, then sound may not be output.
Note
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead),
make sure that metalic wires of the speaker cords are
not touching each other between the SPEAKERS
terminals.
b)
c)
Selecting a speaker pattern
After you have install and connect your speaker, be sure to select the speaker pattern from
SPEAKER menu (page 44).
Select the speaker pattern according to your speaker setting. For details of each parameter, see the
table as follows.
Speaker connected
Front
left/right
Center
Surround Surround Surround Subwoofer
left/right back left back right
Speaker pattern
3/4.1
3/4
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
3/3.1
3/3
2/4.1
2/4
a
a
3/2.1
3/2
a
a
2/3.1
2/3
a
a
2/2.1
2/2
3/0.1
3/0
a
a
2/0.1
2/0
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3: Connecting the TV
You can watch the selected input image when
you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR
OUT jack to a TV.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect
the AC power cord.
TV
Audio signals
Audio/Video
signals
Video signals
A
B
C
D
E
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
M
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
C
R
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BAudio cord (not supplied)
CHDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
DComponent video cord (not supplied)
EVideo cord (not supplied)
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Notes
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
audio signals of a playback component are being
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
• Connect image display components such as a TV
monitor or a projector to the HDMI OUT or
MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may
not be able to record, even if you connect recording
components.
• Depending on the status of the connection between
the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the
TV screen may be distorted. In this case, place the
antenna (aerial) farther away from the receiver.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Tips
• To output the sound of the TV from the speakers
connected to the receiver, be sure to
– connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the
TV IN jacks of the receiver.
– turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s
muting function.
• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
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4a: Connecting the audio components
Connecting a Super Audio CD/CD
player or CD recorder
The following illustration shows how to
connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player
or CD recorder. Before connecting cords, be
sure to disconnect the AC power cord.
After connecting your audio component,
proceed to “4b: Connecting the video
Super Audio
CD player/
CD player/
CD recorder
A
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTEN
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
C
R
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
AAudio cord (not supplied)
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4b: Connecting the video components
How to connect your
components
Video input/output jack to be
connected
This section describes how to connect your
video components to this receiver. Before you
below for the pages which describe how to
connect each component.
The image quality depends on the connecting
jack. See the illustration that follows. Select
the connection according to the jacks on your
components.
After connecting all your components,
proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas
Component to be connected
Digital
Analog
Component
Page
TV
High quality image
With HDMI jack
DVD player
Notes
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
VCR, DVD recorder
Camcorder, video game, etc.
• Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the
AC power cord.
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
audio signals of a playback component are being
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
If you want to connect several
digital components, but cannot
find an unused input
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• This receiver can receive multi channel
Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a
sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with
an HDMI connection.
• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio
(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD)
and HDMI (Deep Color, x.v. Color).
• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI
function. For details, see “Control for
Connecting components with
HDMI jacks
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an
interface which transmits video and audio
signals in digital format.
HDMI features
• A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI
can be output from the speakers connected to
the receiver. This signal supports Dolby
Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM.
Blu-ray disc
player
TV, projector, etc.
DVD player
Satellite tuner
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
A
A
A
A
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
C
R
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
AHDMI cable (not supplied)
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• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack
may be suppressed by the connected
component. Check the setup of the
connected component if the image is poor or
the sound does not come out of a component
connected via the HDMI cable.
• Sound may be interrupted when the
sampling frequency or the number of
channels of audio output signals from the
playback component is switched.
• When the connected component is not
compatible with copyright protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be
distorted or may not be output.
Notes on connecting cables
• We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable.
• We recommend that you use an HDMI cable
with the HDMI logo (made by Sony) for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed (an
HDMI version1.3, category 2 cable) when
you view images or listen to sound during a
Deep Color transmission or when you watch
a video image of 1080p or higher.
• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI
conversion cable. When you connect an
HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D
component, the sound and/or the image may
not be output. Connect other audio cords or
digital connecting cords, then set “Digital
Assign” when the sound is not output
correctly.
In this case, check the specification of the
connected component.
• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD
Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), multi-
channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI
connection.
• Set the image resolution of the player to
more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate
Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby
TrueHD).
• The image resolution of player may need
certain settings be made before you can
enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer to
the operating instructions of the player.
• Not every HDMI component supports all
functions that are defined by the specified
HDMI version. For example, components
that support HDMI, version 1.3, may not
support Deep Color.
Notes on HDMI connections
• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack
is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and
HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any
other audio jacks.
• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.
The video input signals cannot be output
from the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR
OUT jacks.
• When you want to listen to the sound from
the TV speaker, set “AUDIO OUT” to
you cannot play back multi channel
software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound
will not output from the TV speaker.
• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not
input and output.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
connected component for details.
• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a
Super Audio CD are not output.
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Note
Connecting a DVD player
To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD
player, set the digital audio output setting on the
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the DVD player.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a DVD player.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
DVD player
Audio signals
Video signals
B
C
D
A
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
IN
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
C
R
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
ACoaxial digital cord (not supplied)
BAudio cord (not supplied)
CVideo cord (not supplied)
DComponent video cord (not supplied)
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Notes
Connecting a satellite tuner/
set-top box
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a satellite tuner or set-top box.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
Audio signals
Video signals
A
B
C
D
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
CR
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
AAudio cord (not supplied)
BOptical digital cord (not supplied)
CVideo cord (not supplied)
DComponent video cord (not supplied)
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Notes
Connecting components with
analog video and audio jack
• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO
1 input button on the remote so that you can use the
button to control your DVD recorder. For details,
• You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it
can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a component which has analog jacks
such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
VCR, DVD recorder
Audio signals
Video signals
A
B
C
D
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
DEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT
DVD
IN
P
R
/
CR
B
L
FRONT
A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CDR
TV
SAT
DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
(On the front panel)
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
Camcorder/
video game
E
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BAudio cord (not supplied)
CVideo cord (not supplied)
DComponent video cord (not supplied)
EAudio/video cord (not supplied)
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5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna
(aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).
Before connecting antennas (aerials), be sure
to disconnect the power cord.
FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)
AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied)
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
CR
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
* The shape of the connector varies depending on
the area code of this receiver.
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop
antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other
components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna
(aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),
keep it as horizontal as possible.
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Performing initial setup
operations
6: Preparing the receiver
and the remote
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure. This procedure can also
be used to return settings you have made to
their factory defaults.
Connecting the AC power cord
(mains lead)
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a
wall outlet.
AC power cord (mains lead)
1,2
2,3
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
ON/STANDBY
POWER
L
L
MASTER VOLUME
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
DISPLAY
INPUT MODE
TONE
TUNING
INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
R
R
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
VIDEO
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
EAKERS
FRONT
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
B
L
FRONT
A
L
R
2,3
R
SPEAKERS
1 Press POWER to turn off the
receiver.
2 Hold down TONE MODE and
2CH/A.DIRECT and then press
POWER to turn on the receiver.
To the wall outlet
3 Release the TONE MODE and
2CH/A.DIRECT after a few
seconds.
After “CLEARING” appears on the
display for a while, “CLEARED”
appears.
All the settings you have changed or
adjusted are reset to the initial settings.
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Inserting batteries into the
remote
7: Selecting the speaker
system
You can select the front speakers you want to
drive.
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAP022 Remote Commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
ON/STANDBY
POWER
MASTER VOLUME
TONE MODE
TONE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLA
Y
INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
repeatedly to select the front
speaker system you want to drive.
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
To select
Light up
The speakers connected to the
SP A
SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.
• When you replace the batteries, the programmed
remote codes may be cleared. If this happens,
program the remote codes again (page 83).
The speakers connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals
SP B
The speakers connected to both the
SPEAKERS FRONT A and B
terminals (parallel connection)
SP A + B
To turn off the speaker output
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
repeatedly until the “SP A”, “SP B” and “SP
A+B” indicators on the display do not light up.
“ALL OFF” appears on the display for a while.
Tip
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last
for about 3 months. When the remote no longer
operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with
new ones.
Note
You cannot switch the front speaker system by
pressing SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) when the
headphones are connected.
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Before you perform Auto
Calibration
8: Calibrating the
appropriate settings
automatically
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set
• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not
connect other microphones to this jack.
Doing so may damage the receiver and the
microphone.
• During the calibration, the sound that comes
out of the speakers is very loud. The volume
of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay
attention to the presence of children or to the
effect on your neighborhood.
• Perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet
environment to avoid the effect of noise and
get a more accurate measurement.
• If there are any obstacles in the path between
the optimizer microphone and the speakers,
the calibration cannot be performed
correctly. Remove any obstacles from the
measurement area to avoid measurement
error.
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital
Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which
allows you to perform automatic calibration as
follows:
• Check the connection between each speaker
a)
and the receiver.
• Adjust the speaker level.
• Measure the distance of each speaker from
a)
your listening position.
a)
• Measure the speaker size.
• Measure the speaker polarity.
• Measure the frequency characteristics.
a)b)
a)
The measurement result is not utilized in the
following cases.
– ANALOG DIRECT is selected.
The measurement result is not utilized in the
b)
Notes
following cases.
• The Auto Calibration function does not work in the
following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
– SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to off.
– Headphones are connected.
• If you activate the muting function during Auto
Calibration, the muting function will automatically
be set to off.
The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound
balance in your room. However, you can
adjust the speaker levels and balance manually
according to your preference. For details, see
ON/STANDBY
POWER
MASTER VOLUME
TONE MODE
TUNING MODE
DISPLA
Y
INPUT MODE
Optimizer microphone
TONE
TUNING
INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE
AV
IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
O CAL MIC
AUTO CAL MIC
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1 Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL
MIC jack.
Performing Auto Calibration
?/1
2 Set up the optimizer
THEATRE RM SET UP
AV ?/1
?/1
switch
microphone.
SHIFT SYSTEMTSVTANDBY
AMP
Place the optimizer microphone at your
listening position. Use a stool or tripod so
that the optimizer microphone remains at
the same height as your ears.
1
2
3
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
BD
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
Input
buttons
7
8
9
TUNER
SA-CD/
CD
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
On setting up the active
subwoofer
CLEAR/>10
• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
subwoofer and turn up the volume
beforehand. Turn the MASTER VOLUME
knob to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover
frequency function, set the value to the
maximum.
• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, set this function to off
(deactivated).
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AUTO
CAL
AMP
MENU
,
V/v
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
X
x
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
MUTING
Note
MASTER
VOL +/–
MUTING
Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer
you are using, the setup distance value may be
further away from the actual position.
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Press AUTO CAL.
Measurement starts in 5 seconds. A count
down is displayed.
Confirming/saving the
measurement results
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds to complete.
The table below shows the display when
measurement starts.
1 Confirm the measurement
result.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the measurement result
appears on the display.
Measurement for
Display
Speaker existence
TONE
Measurement Display
result
Explanation
Speaker gain, distance, frequency T.S.P.
response
When the
measurement
process
SAVE EXIT Proceed to step
Subwoofer gain and distance
WOOFER
2.
Tips
completes
properly
• Operations other than turning the receiver on or off
are deactivated during the measurement.
• The measurements may not be performed correctly
or Auto Calibration cannot be performed when
special speakers, such as dipole speakers are used.
When the
measurement xxx
process fails
E -
See “Message
:xx list after Auto
measurement”
To cancel Auto Calibration
The Auto Calibration function will be
canceled when you do the following during the
measurement process:
2 Press AMP and then press V/v
repeatedly to select the item.
Then, press
.
– Press ?/1 or POWER on the receiver.
– Press the input buttons or turn the INPUT
SELECTOR on the receiver.
Item
Explanation
EXIT
Exits the setting process
without saving the
measurement results.
– Change the volume level.
– Press MUTING.
– Change the setting of the SPEAKERS (OFF/
A/B/A+B).
LEVEL INFO. Displays the measurement
result for speaker level.
DIST. INFO.
Displays the measurement
result for speaker distance.
– Connect headphones.
– Press AUTO CAL again.
PHASE INFO. Displays the phase of each
speaker (in phase/out of
phase). See “When you
WARN CHECK Displays warning
concerning the
measurement results. See
SAVE EXIT
RETRY
Saves the measurement
results and exits the setting
process.
Performs the Auto
Calibration again.
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Press V/v repeatedly to select a
speaker, then press to return to
3 Save the measurement result.
The measurement results are saved and
you can select the calibration type in the
AUTO CAL menu.
Display
Explanation
For details on calibration type, see page
Whenmeasurementends, “COMPLETE”
appears on the display and the settings are
registered as selected position number.
xxx* - IN
The speaker is in phase.
xxx* - OUT The speaker is out of phase. The
“+” and “–” terminals of the
speaker may be connected the
other way around. However,
depending on the speakers,
Note
“xxx - OUT” appears on the
display even though the speakers
are connected properly. This is
because of the speakers’
specifications. In this case, you
can continue to use the receiver.
You can select the position number to save the
Auto Calibration result. Select a position
number before you perform Auto Calibration.
If you do not select the position number, the
Auto Calibration result will automatically save
as POS. 1 (initial setting).
* xxx represent a speaker channel.
F
Front
FL
Front left
Front right
Center
Surround
Surround left
Surround right
Surround back
Surround back left
Surround back right
Subwoofer
Tip
FR
CNT
S
The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is
determined by the low frequency
characteristics.
SL
The measurement results may vary, depending
on the position of the optimizer microphone
and speakers, and the shape of the room. It is
recommended that you follow the
measurement results. However, you can
change those settings in the SPEAKER menu
(page 48). Save the measurement results first,
then try to change the settings if you want.
SR
SB
SBL
SBR
SW
Tip
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
However, there will be no problems even if you
continue to use the receiver with that value.
When you select “PHASE
INFO.”
You can check the phase of each speaker (in
phase/out of phase).
After you have finished
Disconnect the optimizermicrophone from the
receiver.
Note
If you have reposition your speaker, we recommend
that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the
surround sound.
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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
Display
Explanation
E - xxx* : 31
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to OFF. Set it to others and perform the
measurement again.
E - xxx* : 32
None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is
connected properly and perform the measurement again. If the optimizer microphone is
connected properly but the error code appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be
damaged or improperly connected.
E - xxx* : 33
• None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.
• The optimizer microphone is not connected.
• Either the left or right surround speakers is not connected.
• Surround back speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not
connected. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SURROUND terminals.
• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK
R terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the
SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.
W - xxx* : 40
The measurement has completed. However, the noise level is high. You may be able to
perform the measurement properly if you try it again, even though the measurement
cannot be performed in all environments. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet
environment.
W - xxx* : 41
The sound input from the optimizer microphone is outside the acceptable range. It is
louder than the loudest sound that can be measured. Try to perform the measurement
when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement.
W - xxx* : 42
W - xxx* : 43
NO WARNING
The volume of the receiver is out of the acceptable range. Try to perform the
measurement when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement.
The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by
noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.
There is no warning information.
* xxx represent a speaker channel (F, FL, FR, CNT, S, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW).
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•Code 31
AUTO CAL menu parameters
1 Press
.
2 Perform the Auto Calibration again.
You can use the AUTO CAL menu to make
various adjustments for Auto Calibration
settings and to name inputs.
Select “AUTO CAL” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
•Code 32, 33
1 When you press
, “RETRY? YES” appears.
2 Press V/v to select “RETRY? YES”, then press
.
3 Perform the Auto Calibration again.
When you select “WARN
CHECK”
If a warning on the measurement result is
present, detailed information is displayed.
x A.CAL START (Auto Calibration)
x CAL TYPE (Calibration type)*
• FULL FLAT
Makes the measurement of frequency from
each speaker flat.
• ENGINEER
Sets the frequency characteristics to a set
that matches that of the Sony listening room
standard.
Press
to return to step 1 of
• FRONT REF
Adjusts the characteristics of all speakers to
match the characteristics of the front
speaker.
• OFF
Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to
off.
* You can select this parameter only when you have
performed the Auto Calibration and saved the
settings.
xPOSITION (Position)
You can register 3 patterns as position 1, 2 and
3 (POS. 1, POS. 2 and POS. 3), depending on
the seating position, listening environment and
measurement conditions. You can also load
the registered setting.
xNAME IN (Naming inputs)
You can rename the position name. For
details, see “Naming inputs” (page 80).
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4 Press V/v to select the test tone
type and the speaker you want
to adjust.
9: Adjusting the speaker
levels and balance
(TEST TONE)
You can select “FIX” or “AUTO”. For details,
Tips
You can adjust the speaker levels and balance
while listening to the test tone from your
listening position.
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
• The adjusted value are shown on the display
during adjustment.
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO 1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to select
4
5
6
“OFF”.
DVD
SAT
TV
Input
buttons
7
8
9
TUNER
You can also press any input buttons.
The test tone turns off.
SA-CD/
CD
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
CLEAR/>10
When a test tone is not output
from the speakers
• The speaker cords may not be connected
securely.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
MENU
• The speaker cords may have the short-circuit
problem.
1
2-5
When a test tone is output from
a different speaker than the
speaker indicator showed in the
front panel display.
The speaker pattern to the connected speaker
is not set up correctly. Make sure the speaker
connection and the speaker pattern match.
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
x
X
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
MUTING
MASTER
VOL +/–
BD/DVD
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“LEVEL”, then press or b.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TEST TONE” then press
.
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Selected input Components that can
[Display]
be played back
Playback
VIDEO 1
[VIDEO 1]
VCR, etc., connected to the
VIDEO 1 jack
Selecting a component
VIDEO 2
[VIDEO 2]
Camcorder, video game,
etc., connected to the
VIDEO2/PORTABLEAV
IN jack
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO 1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
BD
[BD]
Blu-ray disc player, etc.,
connected to the BD jack
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
1
DVD
[DVD]
DVD player, etc.,
connected to DVD jack
7
8
9
SA-CD/
CD
TUNER
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
SAT
[SAT]
Satellite tuner, set-top box,
etc., connected to SAT jack
CLEAR/>10
TV
[TV]
TV, etc., connected to TV
jack
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
SA-CD/CD
[SA-CD/CD/
CD-R]*
Super Audio CD player,
CD player, etc., connected
to the SA-CD/CD/CD-R
jack
AMP
MENU
TUNER
Built-in radio tuner
[FM TUNER/
AM TUNER]
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
DMPORT
[DMPORT]
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter connected to
DMPORT jack
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
* “SA-CD/CD/CD-R” scroll across the
display, then “SA-CD/CD” appears.
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
x
X
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
2 Turn on the component and
MUTING
start playback.
MUTING
3
3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to
BD/DVD
adjust the volume.
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the component you
want.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
The selected input appears on the display.
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To activate the muting function
Press MUTING on the remote.
The muting function will be canceled when
you do the following.
• Press MUTING again.
• Increase the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
down the volume level.
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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
?/1
THEATRE RM SET UP AV ?/1
STANDBY
2
3
SHIFT SYSTEMTV
AMP
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
BD
1
2
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
ON/STANDBY
POWER
7
8
9
TUNER
MASTER VOLUME
SA-CD/
CD
TONE MODE
TONE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLAY
INPUT MODE
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
INPUT SELECTOR
CLEAR/>10
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
5
3
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
INPUT
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
AUTO CAL
MODE
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
DISPLAY
MENU
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING
m
–
TUNING
M
+
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
X
x
TV VOL
TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET
MUTING
5
Notes
1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player or CD
• The operation is described for a
Sony Super Audio CD player.
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
Super Audio CD player or CD
player.
player, then place the disc on the tray.
2 Turn on the receiver.
3 Press SA-CD/CD.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to
select “SA-CD/CD/CD-R”.
Tips
• You can select the sound field to
details.
Recommended sound fields:
Classical: HALL
4 Play back the disc.
5 Adjust to a suitable volume.
6 After you have finished listening to the
Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn
off the receiver and Super Audio CD player
or CD player.
Jazz: JAZZ
Live concert: CONCERT
• You can listen to the sound that
was recorded in the 2 channel
format from all speakers (multi
details.
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Watching a DVD/Blu-ray Disc
?/1
THEATRE RM SET UP AV ?/1
STANDBY
2
3
SHIFT SYSTEMTV
AMP
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
B
1
2
4
D
5
SAT
6
TV
ON/STANDBY
POWER
7
8
9
TUNER
MASTER VOLUME
SA-CD/
CD
TONE MODE
TONE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLAY
INPUT MODE
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
INPUT SELECTOR
CLEAR/>10
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
6
3
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
INPUT
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
AUTO CAL
MODE
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
DISPLAY
MENU
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING
m
–
TUNING
M
+
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
X
x
TV VOL
TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET
MUTING
6
Notes
1 Turn on the TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
TV and DVD player/Blu-ray
disc player.
• Check the following if you
cannot listen to multi channel
sound.
player.
2 Turn on the receiver.
3 Press DVD to watch a DVD or press BD to
watch a Blu-ray disc.
– Be sure this receiver is
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to
select “DVD” or “BD”.
connected to the DVD player/
Blu-ray disc player via a
digital connection.
– Be sure the digital audio
output of the DVD player/
Blu-ray disc player is set up
properly.
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
of the DVD/Blu-ray disc is displayed.
5 Play back the disc.
6 Adjust to a suitable volume.
7 After you have finished watching the DVD/
Blu-ray disc, eject the disc and turn off the
receiver, TV and DVD player/Blu-ray disc
player.
Tips
• Select the audio format of the
disc to be played back, if
necessary.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the movie or music. See
page 56 for details.
Recommended sound fields:
Movie: C.ST.EX
Music: CONCERT
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To return to the previous
display
Press B or RETURN/EXIT O.
Amplifier Operations
Navigating through
menus
By using the amplifier menus, you can make
various adjustments to customize the receiver.
To exit the menu
Press MENU/HOME or AMP MENU.
Note
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
on the display. This means that they are either
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
AMP
MENU
1
2-6
RETURN/
EXIT O
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
MENU/
HOME
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the menu you want.
3 Press
or b to enter the
menu.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the parameter you want to
adjust.
5 Press
or b to enter the
parameter.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
Menu
[Display]
Parameters
[Display]
Settings
Initial
setting
AUTO CAL
[AUTO CAL]
Auto calibration
[A.CAL START]
a)
Calibration type
[CAL TYPE]
FULL FLAT, ENGINEER
FRONT REF, OFF
FULL FLAT
POS. 1
a)
Position
POS. 1, POS. 2, POS. 3
[POSITION]
a)
Naming inputs
[NAME IN]
For details, see “Naming inputs”
a)c)
b)
b)
LEVEL
[LEVEL]
Test tone
OFF, FIX xxx , AUTO xxx
OFF
OFF
[TEST TONE]
a)c)
Phase noise
OFF, FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL,
[P. NOISE]
SBR/SBL, SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR,
FR/SL, FL/FR, CNT/FR, FL/CNT
a)c)
Phase audio
OFF, FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL,
OFF
[P. AUDIO]
SBR/SBL, SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR,
FR/SL, FL/FR, CNT/FR, FL/CNT
c)
Front left speaker level
[FL LEVEL]
FL -10 dB to FL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
c)
Front right speaker level
[FR LEVEL]
FR -10 dB to FR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
c)
Center speaker level
CNT -20 dB to CNT +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
[CNT LEVEL]
c)
c)
c)
Su+rround left speaker level
[SL LEVEL]
SL -20 dB to SL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
Surround right speaker level
[SR LEVEL]
SR -20 dB to SR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
Surround back speaker level
[SB LEVEL]
SB -20 dB to SB +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
Surround back left speaker
SBL -20 dB to SBL +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
c)
level
[SBL LEVEL]
Surround back right speaker
level
SBR -20 dB to SBR +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
0 dB
c)
[SBR LEVEL]
c)
Subwoofer level
[SW LEVEL]
SW -20 dB to SW +10 dB
(0.5 dB per step)
0 dB
a)
Dynamic range compressor
[D. RANGE]
COMP. MAX, COMP. STD,
COMP. AUTO, COMP. OFF
COMP. AUTO
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Menu
[Display]
Parameters
[Display]
Settings
Initial
setting
a)
SPEAKER
[SPEAKER]
Speaker pattern
3/4.1, 3/4, 3/3.1, 3/3, 2/4.1, 2/4, 3/2.1, 3/4.1
3/2, 2/3.1, 2/3, 2/2.1, 2/2, 3/0.1, 3/0,
2/0.1, 2/0
[SP PATTERN]
a)
Front speakers
[FRT SP]
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE
a)
Center speaker
LARGE
[CNT SP]
a)
Surround speakers
[SUR SP]
LARGE
a)c)
Front left speaker distance
[FL DIST.]
FL 1.00 m to FL 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
FL 3.00 m
FR 3.00 m
CNT 3.00 m
SL 3.00 m
a)c)
Front right speaker distance
[FR DIST.]
FR 1.00 m to FR 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
a)c)
Center speaker distance
[CNT DIST.]
CNT 1.00 m to CNT 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
Surround left speaker
SL 1.00 m to SL 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
a)c)
distance
[SL DIST.]
Surround right speaker
distance
[SR DIST.]
SR 1.00 m to SR 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
SR 3.00 m
SB 3.00 m
SBL 3.00 m
SBR 3.00 m
a)c)
Surround back speaker
SB 1.00 m to SB 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
a)c)
distance
[SB DIST.]
Surround back left speaker
SBL 1.00 m to SBL 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
a)c)
distance
[SBL DIST.]
Surround back right speaker
SBR 1.00 m to SBR 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
a)c)
distance
[SBR DIST.]
a)c)
Subwoofer distance
[SW DIST.]
SW 1.00 m to SW 10.00 m
(0.01 m step)
SW 3.00 m
METER
a)
Distance unit
FEET, METER
[DIST. UNIT]
Front speaker crossover
frequency
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
CROSS 120 Hz
a)
[FRT CROSS]
Center speaker crossover
frequency
[CNT CROSS]
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
CROSS 120 Hz
CROSS 120 Hz
a)
Surround speaker crossover
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
(10 Hz step)
a)
frequency
[SUR CROSS]
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Menu
[Display]
Parameters
[Display]
Settings
Initial
setting
SURROUND
[SURROUND]
Sound field selection
[S.F. SELECT]
For details, see “Enjoying Surround
d)
d)
Enhanced surround mode
[E.SUR MODE]
PLII , PLIIx , NEO6 CIN, NEO6
MUS, NEURAL-THX
PLIIx
a)
Effect level
[EFFECT]
EFCT. 50%, EFCT. 80%, EFCT.
100%, EFCT. 150%
EFCT. 100%
BASS 0 dB
EQ
[EQ]
Front speakers bass level
[BASS]
BASS -10 dB to BASS +10 dB
(1dB per step)
Front speakers treble level
[TREBLE]
TREBLE -10 dB to TREBLE +10 dB TREBLE 0 dB
(1dB per step)
a)
TUNER
[TUNER]
FM station receiving mode
[FM MODE]
STEREO, MONO
STEREO
a)
Naming preset stations
For details, see “Naming preset
[NAME IN]
AUDIO
[AUDIO]
Synchronizes audio with video 0 ms to 300 ms
0 ms
a)
output
(10 ms per step)
[A/V SYNC]
Digital broadcast language
selection
MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB
MAIN
a)
[DUAL MONO]
Digital audio input decoding
priority
DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM
DEC. AUTO
a)
[DEC. PRIO.]
a)
[D. ASSIGN]
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Menu
[Display]
Parameters
[Display]
Settings
Initial
setting
a)
HDMI
[HDMI]
Control for HDMI
[CTRL:HDMI]
CTRL ON, CTRL OFF
AMP, TV+AMP
CTRL OFF
AMP
a)
Setting HDMI audio input
[AUDIO OUT]
a)e)
Subwoofer level for HDMI
[SW LEVEL]
SW AUTO, SW 0 dB, SW +10 dB
SW 0 dB
SYSTEM
[SYSTEM]
Naming inputs
[NAME IN]
For details, see “Naming inputs”
a)
Brightness of the display
[DIMMER]
100% DOWN, 60% DOWN,
0% DOWN
0% DOWN
a)
For details, see the page in the parentheses.
b)
c)
d)
e)
xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW).
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not be available.
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some settings may not be available.
This parameter is only available when HDMI input signals is detected.
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x P. AUDIO (Phase Audio)
• OFF
Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)
•
FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL, SBR/SBL,
SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR, FR/SL, CNT/FR,
FL/CNT
Lets you output front 2 channel source sound
(instead of the test tone) sequentially from
adjacent speakers.
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the
balance and level of each speaker. These
settings are applied to all sound fields.
Select “LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
x FL LEVEL (Front left speaker
LEVEL menu parameters
level)
x FR LEVEL (Front right speaker
x TEST TONE (Test tone)
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance
while listening to the test tone from your
listening position.
level)
x CNT LEVEL (Center speaker
level)
• OFF
The test tone is turned off.
• FIX xxx*
The test tone is output from the speaker you
have selected.
x SL LEVEL (Surround left speaker
level)
x SR LEVEL (Surround right
speaker level)
• AUTO xxx*
The test tone is output from each speaker in
sequence.
* xxx represent a speaker channel.
x SB LEVEL (Surround back
speaker level)
x SBL LEVEL (Surround back left
x P. NOISE (Phase noise)
• OFF
speaker level)
The phase noise is turned off.
x SBR LEVEL (Surround back
right speaker level)
•
FL/SR, SL/FL, SBL/SL, SBR/SBL,
SR/SBR, SR/SL, FR/SR, FR/SL, CNT/FR,
FL/CNT
x SW LEVEL (Subwoofer level)
Lets you output the test tone sequentially
from adjacent speakers.
Note
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
parameters may not be available.
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x D. RANGE (Dynamic range
compressor)
Settings for the speakers
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. Dynamic range compression is possible
with Dolby Digital sources only.
• COMP. MAX
(SPEAKER menu)
You can use the SPEAKER menu to set the
size and distance of the speakers connected to
this receiver.
The dynamic range is compressed
dramatically.
• COMP. STD
The dynamic range is compressed as
intended by the recording engineer.
• COMP. AUTO
The dynamic range is compressed
automatically.
Select “SPEAKER” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
SPEAKER menu parameters
x SP PATTERN (Speaker pattern)
Lets you set the number of the speakers
connected to this receiver. It should be
synchronize with the subwoofer, front
speakers, center speaker, surround speakers
and surround back speakers settings. For
18).
• COMP. OFF
The dynamic range is not compressed.
Tip
Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the
dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the
dynamic range information included in the Dolby
Digital signal.
“COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only
enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend
using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly
compresses the dynamic range and lets you view
movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog
limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a
very natural compression.
x FRT SP (Front speakers)
• LARGE
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if you have selected a
speaker pattern without subwoofer, the front
speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”.
• SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
front channel bass frequencies from the
subwoofer. When the front speakers are set
to “SMALL”, the center and surround
speakers are also automatically set to
“SMALL”.
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Tip
x CNT SP (Center speaker)
• LARGE
The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each
speaker determine whether the internal sound
processor will cut the bass signal from that channel.
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass
frequencies to the subwoofer or other “LARGE”
speakers.
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of
directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible.
Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can
set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass
frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if
you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have
bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to
“SMALL”.
If you connect a large speaker that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
center speaker to “LARGE”.
• SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
center channel bass frequencies from the
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or
subwoofer.
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set
all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough
bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass
levels. For details, see page 52.
x SUR SP (Surround speakers)
The surround back speakers will be set to the
same setting.
x FL DIST. (Front left speaker
• LARGE
distance)
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
surround speakers to “LARGE”.
• SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
surround channel bass frequencies from the
subwoofer or other speaker that is set to
“LARGE”.
x FR DIST. (Front right speaker
distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the front speakers (A).
If both front speakers are not placed an equal
distance from your listening position, set the
distance to the closest speaker.
With only one surround back
speaker
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Tip
With two surround back speakers
(The angle B should be the same)
The distance between the center speaker and the
listening position Bcannot be more than 1.5 meters
closer than the one between the listening position
and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that
the difference in the length of Bin the following
diagram is no more than 1.5 meters closer than the
length of A.
Example: Adjust the distance Bto 4.5 meters or
more when the distance Ais 6 meters.
Also, the distance between the surround speakers/
surround back speakers and the listening position
Ccannot be more than 4.5 meters closer than the
distance between the listening position and the front
speakers A. Place the speakers so that the
difference in the length of Cin the following
diagram is no more than 4.5 meters closer than the
length of A.
x CNT DIST. (Center speaker
distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the center speaker.
Example: Adjust the distance Cto 1.5 meters or
more when the distance Ais 6 meters.
This is important because incorrect speaker
placement is not conductive to the enjoyment of
surround sound. Please note that placing the
speakers closer than the required will cause a delay
in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other
words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!
x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker
distance)
x SR DIST. (Surround right
speaker distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the surround speakers.
x SB DIST. (Surround back
speaker distance)
x SBL DIST. (Surround back left
speaker distance)
x SBR DIST. (Surround back right
speaker distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the surround back speakers.
x SW DIST. (Subwoofer distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the subwoofer.
Note
Depends on the speaker pattern setting. Some
parameters may not be available.
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x DIST. UNIT (Distance unit)
Lets you select the unit of measure for setting
distances.
Settings for the surround
sound
• FEET
The distance is displayed in feet.
• METER
The distance is displayed in meters.
(SURROUND menu)
You can use the SURROUND menu to select
the sound field you want for your listening
pleasure.
Select “SURROUND” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
x FRT CROSS (Front speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the front speakers that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
x CNT CROSS (Center speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the center speaker that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
SUR menu parameters
x S.F. SELECT (Sound field
selection)
Lets you select the sound field you want. For
details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
56).
x SUR CROSS (Surround speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
the surround speakers that have been set to
“SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
Note
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field
Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the
DVD input, then change to a different input and then
return to DVD, “HALL” will automatically be
applied again.
x E.SUR MODE (Enhanced
surround mode)
Lets you select the surround mode you want.
For details, see “Selecting enhanced surround
x EFFECT (Effect level)
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround
effect for the Cinema Studio EX A/B/C sound
fields.
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Adjusting the equalizer
(EQ menu)
Settings for the tuner
(TUNER menu)
You can use the EQ menu to adjust the tonal
quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers.
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM
station receiving mode and name preset
stations.
Select “EQ” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
Select “TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
EQ menu parameters
TUNER menu parameters
x BASS (Front speakers bass
x FM MODE (FM station receiving
mode)
• STEREO
level)*
x TREBLE (Front speakers treble
level)*
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo
signal when the radio station is broadcast in
stereo.
* You can also adjust the front speaker bass and
treble level with TONE MODE and TONE +/– on
• MONO
This receiver will decode the signal as mono
signal regardless of the broadcast signal.
Note
This function does not work in the following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency
of more than 96 kHz are being received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
x NAME IN (Naming preset
stations)
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For
details, see “Naming preset stations” (page
67).
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x DEC. PRIO. (Digital audio input
decoding priority)
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
signal input to the HDMI IN jacks.
• DEC. AUTO
Settings for the audio
(AUDIO menu)
Automatically switches the input mode
between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
• DEC. PCM
PCM signals are output from the connected
player. To prevent interruption when
playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”. When
signals other than PCM signals are received,
set this item to “DEC. AUTO”.
You can use the AUDIO menu to make
settings for the audio to suit your preference.
Select “AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
AUDIO menu parameters
Note
x A/V SYNC (Synchronizes audio
with video output)
Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize
the time gap between audio output and visual
display. You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms
in 10 ms steps.
Even when “DEC. PRIO.” is set to “DEC. PCM”,
the sound may be interrupted at the very
beginning of the first track depending on the CD
being played back.
x D. ASSIGN (Digital audio input
assignment)
Lets you assign the digital audio input to other
input source. For details, see “Listening to
Notes
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma monitor or a projector.
• This parameter is not valid when ANALOG
DIRECT is selected.
x DUAL MONO (Digital broadcast
language selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen
to during digital broadcast. This feature only
functions for Dolby Digital sources.
• MAIN/SUB
Sound of the main language will be output
through the front left speaker and sound of
the sub language will be output through the
front right speaker simultaneously.
• MAIN
Sound of the main language will be output.
• SUB
Sound of the sub language will be output.
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x SW LEVEL (Subwoofer level for
HDMI)
Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB
or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an
HDMI connection. You can set the level for
each HDMI input independently.
• SW AUTO
Settings for the HDMI
(HDMI menu)
You can use the HDMI menu to make various
adjustments for HDMI settings.
Automatically sets the level to 0 dB or +10
dB depending on the frequency.
• SW 0 dB
Select “HDMI” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
• SW +10 dB
Note
This parameter is only available when HDMI input
signals are detected.
HDMI menu parameters
x CTRL:HDMI (Control for HDMI)
Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function
on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI”
x AUDIO OUT (Setting HDMI audio
input)
Lets you set the HDMI audio output from the
playback component connected to the receiver
via an HDMI connection.
• AMP
The HDMI audio signals from the playback
component are only output to the speakers
connected to the receiver. Multi channel
sound can be played back as it is.
Note
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s
speakers when “AUDIO OUT” is set to “AMP”.
• TV+AMP
The sound is output from TV’s speaker and
the speakers connected to the receiver.
Notes
• The sound quality of the playback component
depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the
number of channels, and the sampling frequency,
etc. When the TV has stereo speakers, the sound
output from the receiver is also stereo as that of
the TV, even if you play back multi channel
software.
• When you connect the receiver to an image
display component (projector, etc.), sound may
not be output from the receiver. In this case,
select “AMP”.
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Settings for the system
(SYSTEM menu)
You can use the SYSTEM menu to name
inputs and change the brightness of the
display.
Select “SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
SYSTEM menu parameters
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,
x DIMMER (Brightness of the
display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.
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Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field
When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD
players
This receiver supports the following audio formats.
Connection of the playback component and
Maximumnumber
of channels
the receiver
Audio format
COAXIAL/OPTICAL
HDMI
a
Dolby Digital
5.1ch
6.1ch
7.1ch
a
a
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital Plus
a
a)
×
a
a)
Dolby TrueHD
7.1ch
5.1ch
6.1ch
5.1ch
7.1ch
×
a
a
a
a
DTS
a
a
a
DTS-ES
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD
×
a
a)
High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD
Master Audio
7.1ch
7.1ch
×
×
a
a
a) b)
a)
Multi channel Linear PCM
a)
Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback component.
Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
b)
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Selecting Auto Format Direct
(A.F.D.) mode
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
A.F.D.
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
AMP
MENU
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
the sound field you want.
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
57).
Types of A.F.D. mode
A.F.D. mode
[Display]
Multi channel
audio after
decoding
Effect
A.F.D. Auto
[A.F.D. AUTO]
(Detecting
automatically)
Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding
any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a
low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there
is no LFE signals.
Enhanced surround mode (Depends on selected For details, see “Selecting enhanced surround mode” (page
[E. SURROUND]
mode)
Multi Stereo
[MULTI ST.]
(Multi Stereo)
Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.
However, sound may not be output from certain speakers
depending on the speaker settings.
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Selecting enhanced surround
mode
The enhanced surround mode allows you to
listen to higher fidelity sound and select the
decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
6
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
AMP
MENU
1,5
5
2-4
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SURROUND”, then press
or b.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“E.SUR MODE” then press
or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the enhanced surround mode
you want, then press
or b.
5 Press MENU/HOME or AMP
MENU to exit the menu.
6 Press A.F.D. repeatedly to
select “E. SURROUND”.
The enhanced surround mode you have
selected in “E.SUR MODE” menu will be
applied.
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Types of enhanced surround mode
Enhanced surround Multi channel
Effect
mode
[Display]
audio after
decoding
Pro Logic II*
[PLII]
5 channel
7 channel
7 channel
7 channel
7 channel
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II decoding.
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding.
Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.
Pro Logic IIx*
[PLIIx]
Neo:6 Cinema
[NEO6 CIN]
Neo:6 Music
[NEO6 MUS]
Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is
ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
®
Neural-THX
Next generation of Neural-THX Surround. In addition to
[NEURAL-THX]
stereo enhancement processing and pure discrete 5.1
surround sound, now capable of full 360° 7.1 surround sound
®
playback from Neural-THX surround encoded content.
* Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some enhanced surround mode may not be available.
If you connect a subwoofer
This receiver will generate a low frequency
Selecting movie/music mode
signal for output to the subwoofer when there
You can take advantage of surround sound
is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-
effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel
programmed sound fields. They bring the
signal. However, the low frequency signal is
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6
and concert halls into your home.
MUS” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
2CH/
2CH/
A. DIRECT
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
MUSIC
MOVIE
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
recommend setting the subwoofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
A.F.D.
AMP
MENU
Notes
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a
sound field for movies or press
MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound
field for music.
For details, see “Types of movie/music mode”
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency
of more than 48 kHz are being received.
• The beginning of the sound stream may be dropped
out when Neural-THX processing is turned on or off.
Tips
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the
package.
• Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective, when a
multi-channel signal is input.
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Types of movie/music mode
Sound field
for
Sound field
[Display]
Effect
Movie
Cinema Studio EX A
DCS [C.ST.EX A]
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production
studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any
type of movie.
Cinema Studio EX B
DCS [C.ST.EX B]
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production
studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or
action movies with lots of sound effects.
Cinema Studio EX C
DCS [C.ST.EX C]
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the
soundtrack.
V.Multi Dimension
DCS [V.MULTI DIM.]
Creates many virtual speakers from a single pair of actual
surround speakers.
Music
Hall [HALL]
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Jazz Club [JAZZ]
Live concert [CONCERT] Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Stadium [STADIUM]
Sports [SPORTS]
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.
Portable Audio Enhancer
[PORTABLE]
Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable
audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other
compressed music.
Headphone*
Headphone 2CH
[HP 2CH]
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround
formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.
Headphone Theater
DCS [HP THEA]
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to
experience a theater-like environment while listening through
a pair of headphones.
Headphone Direct
[HP DIR]
Outputs the analog signals without processing by the
equalizer, sound field, etc.
* You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.
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Notes
• The sound fields for music and movies do not work
in the following cases.
Enjoying the surround
effect at low volume
levels
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 48 kHz are being received.
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being
received.
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected,
no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the
speakers are set to “LARGE” in the SPEAKER
menu. However, the sound will be output from the
subwoofer if the digital input signal contains LFE
signals, or if the front or surround speakers are set
to “SMALL,” the sound field for movie is selected,
or “PORTABLE” is selected.
(NIGHT MODE)
This function allows you to retain a theater like
environment at low volume levels. This
function can be used with other sound fields.
When watching a movie late at night, you will
be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low
volume level.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
AUTO CAL
MODE
NIGHT
MODE
Press NIGHT MODE.
The NIGHT MODE function is activated. The
NIGHT MODE is set to on and off as you
press NIGHT MODE.
Tip
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS
technology. For details on Digital Cinema Sound
(DCS), see “Glossary” (page 88).
Note
This function does not work in the following cases.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency
of more than 96 kHz are being received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
To turn off the surround effect
for movie/music mode
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT to select “2CH ST.” or
press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D.
AUTO”.
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Using only the front
speakers
Listening to the sound
without any adjustment
(ANALOG DIRECT)
(2CH STEREO)
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound
from the front left/right speakers only. There is
no sound from the subwoofer.
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
bypass the sound field processing and multi
channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
channel except LFE signals.
You can switch the audio of the selected input to
2 channel analog input. This function enables
you to enjoy high quality analog sources.
When using this function, only the volume and
front speaker balance can be adjusted.
?/1
THEATRE RM SET UP
AV ?/1
SHIFT SYSTEMTSVTANDBY
AMP
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
2CH/A.DIRECT
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
1
VIDEO 1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
MODE
AMP
MENU
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
1
7
8
9
SA-CD/
CD
TUNER
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly to
select “2CH ST.”.
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
CLEAR/>10
Note
No sound is output from the subwoofer in the 2CH
STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo
sources using the front left/right speakers and a
2CH/
Sound field
buttons
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
2
INPUT
AUTO CAL
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the input you want to
listen to in analog audio.
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR
on the receiver.
2 Press 2CH/A.DIRECT
repeatedly to select
“A.DIRECT”.
The analog audio is output.
To cancel ANALOG DIRECT
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT again.
You can also press any sound field buttons.
Notes
• When headphones are connected, “HP DIRECT”
appears on the display.
• You cannot select ANALOG DIRECT when you
select BD and DMPORT as input.
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Resetting sound fields to
the initial settings
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
make sure you have connected the FM and
AM antennas to the receiver (page 28).
1,2
ON/STANDBY
POWER
MASTER VOLUME
Tip
TONE MODE
TONE
TUNING MODE
TUNING
DISPLA
Y
INPUT MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending
on the area code as shown in the following table. For
details on area codes, see page 3.
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
DIMMER
A.DIRECT
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
VIDEO
2
IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUTO CAL MIC
Area code
CEL, CEK, ECE,
AU
FM
AM
50 kHz
50 kHz
50 kHz
9 kHz
9 kHz*
10 kHz*
2
E51
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.
2 While holding down MUSIC,
Automatic tuning
press ?/1.
“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display and
all sound fields are reset to their initial
setting.
7
8
9
SA-CD/
CD
TUNER
1
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
CLEAR/>10
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
MENU
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
2
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
x
X
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
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2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Direct tuning
Press TUNING + to scan from low to
high; press TUNING – to scan from high
to low.
You can enter the frequency of a station
directly by using the numeric buttons.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
SHIFT
TV
AMP
3
4
1
VIDEO 1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
Using the controls on the
receiver
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM
or AM band.
7
8
9
TUNER
SA-CD/
CD
1
5
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select
“AUTO”.
CLEAR/>10
2CH/
3 Turn TUNING +/–.
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
In case of poor FM stereo
reception
AMP
MENU
If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST”
flashes on the display, select monaural audio
so that the sound will be less distorted.
• To select monaural audio, set “FM MODE”
in TUNER menu to “MONO” (page 52).
• To return to stereo mode, set “FM MODE”
in TUNER menu to “ST” (page 52).
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
X
x
2
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Press D.TUNING.
3 Press SHIFT.
4 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
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5 Press ENT/MEM.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30
AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the
stations you often listen to.
Tip
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
Presetting radio stations
If you cannot tune in a station
Make sure you have entered the right
still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is
not used in your area.
SHIFT
TV
AMP
3
5
1
2
3
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
BD
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
7
8
9
TUNER
SA-CD/
CD
1
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
4,6
CLEAR/>10
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
MENU
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
X
x
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
MUTING
PRESET +/–
BD/DVD
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
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2 Tune in the station that you
want to preset using Automatic
Tuning to preset stations
1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
VIDEO 1
Switch the FM reception mode, if
Numeric
buttons
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
7
8
9
SA-CD/
CD
3 Press SHIFT.
TUNER
1
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
ENT/
MEM
4 Press ENT/MEM.
CLEAR/>10
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
“MEM” lights up for a few seconds.
goes out.
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
MENU
5 Press the numeric buttons to
select a preset number.
You can also press PRESET + or
PRESET – to select a preset number.
If “MEM” goes out before you select the
preset number, start again from step 3.
O
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
.
<
<
>
6 Press ENT/MEM.
TUNING –
m
TUNING +
M
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
DISC SKIP
D.TUNING
x
X
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET
“MEM” lights off.
The station is stored as the selected preset
number.
MUTING
2
another station.
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset
station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can
select a preset station as follows:
01
02
03
30
04
29
05
28
...
27
You can also press SHIFT and then press
the numeric buttons to select the preset
station you want. Then, press ENT/MEM
to enter the selection.
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6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Using the controls on the
receiver
“NAME IN”.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM
or AM band.
7 Press
or b to enter the
parameter.
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select
“PRESET”.
3 Turn TUNING +/– to select the preset
station you want.
The cursor flashes and you can select a
character. Follow the procedure given in
“To create an index name” below.
To create an index name
Naming preset stations
1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name.
Press V/v to select a character, then press
B/b to move the cursor to the next position.
1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
VIDEO 1
4
DVD
5
SAT
6
TV
If you made a mistake
7
8
9
Press B/b until the character you want to
change flashes, then press V/v to select the
correct character.
SA-CD/
CD
TUNER
1
3
-/--
0/10
ENT/MEM
DMPORT
CLEAR/>10
Tips
• You can select the character type as follows by
pressing V/v.
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t
Symbols
• To enter a blank space, you can press b without
selecting a character.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
NIGHT
INPUT
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
MODE
AMP
MENU
4-7
2 Press
to enter the name.
The entered name is registered.
O
Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK,
ECE only)
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
When you name an RDS station and tune in that
station, the Program Service name appears instead
of the name you entered. (You cannot change the
Program Service name. The name you entered will
be overwritten by the Program Service name.)
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Tune in the preset station you
want to create an index name
3 Press AMP MENU.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“TUNER”.
5 Press
or b to enter the
menu.
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Displaying RDS information
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
While receiving an RDS station,
press DISPLAY repeatedly on the
receiver.
Each time you press the button, RDS
information on the display changes cyclically
as follows:
(Models of area code CEL, CEK,
ECE only)
This receiver also allows you to use RDS
(Radio Data System), which enables radio
stations to send additional information along
with the regular program signal. You can
display RDS information.
Program Service name t Frequency t
a)
Program Type indication t Radio Text
b)
indication t Current Time indication (in
24-hour system mode) t Sound field
Notes
currently applied t Volume level
• RDS is operable only for FM stations.
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they provide the same type of services. If you are
not familiar with the RDS services in your area,
check with your local radio stations for details.
a)
Type of program being broadcast.
Text messages sent by the RDS station.
b)
Notes
• If there is an emergency announcement by
government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the
display.
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,
the message scrolls across the display.
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS
service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”)
appears on the display.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station on the FM
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, “RDS” lights up and the program
service name appears on the display.
Description of program types
Program type Description
indication
Note
NEWS
News programs
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned
to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if
the signal strength is weak.
AFFAIRS
Topical programs that expand on
current news
INFO
Programs offering information on
a wide spectrum of subjects,
including consumer affairs and
medical advice
SPORT
Sports programs
EDUCATE
Educational programs, such as
“how-to” and advice programs
DRAMA
Radio plays and serials
CULTURE
Programs about national or
regional culture, such as language
and social concerns
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Program type Description
indication
SCIENCE
Programs about the natural
sciences and technology
VARIED
Other types of programs such as
celebrity interviews, panel
games, and comedy
POP M
Popular music programs
Rock music programs
Easy Listening
ROCK M
EASY M
LIGHT M
Instrumental, vocal, and choral
music
CLASSICS
OTHER M
Performances of major
orchestras, chamber music,
opera, etc.
Music that does not fit into any
categories above, such as Rhythm
& Blues and Reggae
WEATHER
FINANCE
Weather information
Stock market reports and trading,
etc.
CHILDREN
SOCIAL
Programs for children
Programs about people and the
things that affect them
RELIGION
PHONE IN
Programs of religious content
Programs where members of the
public express their views by
phone or in a public forum
TRAVEL
LEISURE
Programs about travel. Not for
announcements that are located
by TP/TA.
Programs on recreational
activities such as gardening,
fishing, cooking, etc.
JAZZ
Jazz programs
COUNTRY
NATION M
Country music programs
Programs featuring the popular
music of the country or region
OLDIES
FOLK M
Programs featuring oldies music
Folk music programs
DOCUMENT Investigative features
NONE Any programs not defined above
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Note
Depending on the connected component, the
Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to
the operating instructions of the component.
Control for HDMI
Using the Control for
HDMI function for
“BRAVIA” Sync
To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for
HDMI function as explained below.
By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the Control for HDMI
function with an HDMI cable (not supplied),
operation is simplified as follows:
• One-Touch Play: When you play back a
component such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc
player, the receiver and the TV are turned on
automatically and switched to the
appropriate HDMI input.
• System Audio Control: While watching TV,
you can select to output the sound from the
TV speaker or the speakers connected to the
receiver.
• System Power Off: When you turn off the
TV, the receiver and connected components
are also turned off simultaneously.
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function
standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-
Definition Multimedia Interface).
The Control for HDMI function
does not work in the following
cases:
• When you connect the receiver to a
component which does not correspond with
Sony Control for HDMI function.
• When you connect the receiver and
components using other than HDMI
connection.
We recommend that you connect the receiver
to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.
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To enjoy TV multi channel
surround sound broadcasting
You can listen to TV multi channel surround
sound broadcasting from the speakers
connected to the receiver.
Connecting a TV and other
components
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect
the AC power cord.
Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV
to the OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver.
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
DVD player
Blu-ray disc player
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
A
A
A
TV
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
OPTICAL
IN
L
L
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
DVD IN
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
VIDEO
1
IN MONITOR OUT
Y
CENTER
AM
FM
R
R
SAT
IN
P
B/
C
B
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
DVD
IN
P
R
/
CR
FRONT A
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
(ASSIGNABLE
DIGITAL
R
L
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
R
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
SPEAKERS
C
A
B
Audio/video
signals
Audio signals
TV, etc.
AHDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
BOptical digital cord (not supplied)a)
CAudio cord (not supplied)a)
a)
Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).
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5 Set the Control for HDMI function for the
connected component to on.
Preparing Control for
HDMI function
This receiver supports the Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting function.
This function is only available for certain
types of TV. When you perform the Control
for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, the
Control for HDMI setting on this receiver will
automatically change accordingly.
During the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting
operation, “SCANNING” flashes in the
display. This receiver will automatically
change the input to HDMI input. When the
setting is completed, “COMPLETE” appears
on the display.
If the Control for HDMI function for the
connected component is already set to on,
you do not need to change the setting.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for other components
that you want to use the Control for HDMI
function.
Notes
• If you unplug and reconnect the HDMI cable, be
sure to repeat steps 1 to 6 above.
• You cannot perform One-Touch Play and System
Audio Control during the Control for HDMI-Easy
Setting operation.
• Before you do the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting
from the TV, be sure to turn on the TV, connected
components and receiver.
• If the playback components cannot function after
you have made the settings for Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting, check the Control for HDMI setting
on your TV.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
of the TV.
If your TV does not support the Control for
HDMI-Easy Setting function, do the following
procedures. For details on setting the TV and
connected components, refer to the operating
instructions of the respective components.
1 Make sure that the receiver is connected to
the TV and components (compatible with
Control for HDMI function) via HDMI
connection.
• If the connected components do not support
Control for HDMI-Easy Setting, you need to set
the Control for HDMI function for the connected
components to on before you perform the Control
for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV.
2 Turn on the receiver, TV and connected
components.
3 Set the respective Control for HDMI
function for the receiver and TV to on.
For details on setting the TV, refer to the
operating instructions of the TV.
4 Select the HDMI input of the receiver and
TV to match the HDMI input of the
connected component, so that the image
from the connected component is displayed.
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To set Control for HDMI
Watching a DVD
(One-Touch Play)
NIGHT
INPUT
MODE
AUTO CAL
DISPLAY
SLEEP
MODE
AMP
MENU
You can enjoy sound and image from the
components connected to the receiver via
HDMI connections by a simple operation.
1
2-6
Play back a connected component.
O
The receiver and the TV are turned on
automatically and switched to the appropriate
HDMI input.
HOME
MENU
RETURN/
EXIT
OPTIONS
TOOLS
1 Press AMP MENU.
Watching a DVD by simple
operation
You can also select a connected component,
such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player using the
TV menu. In this case, the receiver and the TV
switch to the appropriate HDMI input.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“HDMI”.
3 Press
or b to enter the
menu.
Note
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Depending on the TV, the start of the content may
not be output.
“CTRL:HDMI”.
5 Press
or b to enter the
parameter.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“CTRL ON”.
Control for HDMI function is activated.
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Notes
• If System Audio Control does not function
according to your TV setting, refer to the operating
instructions of the TV.
• When “CTRL:HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”, the
“AUDIO OUT” settings in the HDMI menu will
set automatically depending on the System Audio
Control settings.
• When you connect a TV that does not have System
Audio Control function, the System Audio Control
function does not work.
• If the TV is turned on before turning on the
receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a
moment.
• When you switch to an input other than HDMI or
TV, the System Audio Control function will
automatically be set to off.
• If you switch from other input to HDMI or TV
input, the System Audio Control function will
automatically be set to on.
Enjoying the TV sound
from the speakers
connected to the receiver
(System Audio Control)
You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers
connected to the receiver by a simple
operation.
You can operate System Audio Control
function using the TV menu. For details, refer
to the operating instructions of the TV.
When System Audio Control function is
turned on, the receiver will turns on and
switches to the appropriate input
automatically.
TV sound is output from the speakers
connected to the receiver, and the volume of
the TV is minimized simultaneously.
You can also use the System Audio Control
function as follows.
• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is
turned on, the System Audio Control
function will automatically be set to on and
the TV sound will output from the speakers
connected to the receiver. However, if you
turn off the receiver, the sound will output
from the TV speakers.
• You can adjust the receiver’s volume when
you adjust the TV volume.
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Turning off the receiver
with the TV
Other Operations
Switching between
digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE)
(System Power Off)
When you turn the TV off by using the
POWER button on the TV’s remote, the
receiver and the connected components turn
off automatically.
You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn
off the TV.
When you connect components to both digital
and analog input jacks on the receiver, you can
fix the audio input mode to either of them, or
switch from one to the other, depending on the
type of material you intend to watch.
?/1
THEATRE RM SET UP
AV ?/1
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the
AV ?/1
SHIFT SYSTEMTSTVANDBY
AMP
receiver to select the input.
TV
You can also use the input buttons on the
remote.
1
VIDEO 1
2
VIDEO 2
3
BD
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly
on the receiver to select the
audio input mode.
Press TV, then press AV ?/1.
The TV, receiver and the components
connected via HDMI are turned off.
The selected audio input mode appears on
the display.
Notes
• Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using
the System Power Off function. For details, refer to
the operating instructions of the TV.
Audio input modes
• Depending on the status, the connected
components may not be turned off. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of the connected
components.
x AUTO
Gives priority to digital audio signals when
there are both digital and analog connections.
If there are more than one digital connection,
HDMI audio signals have priority over
COAXIAL and OPTICAL audio signals.
If there are no digital audio signals, analog
audio signals are selected.
x COAX
Specifies the digital audio signals input to the
DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.
x OPT
Specifies the digital audio signals input to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.
x ANALOG
Specifies the analog audio signals input to the
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
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Notes
• Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.
Listening to digital sound
from other inputs
(DIGITAL ASSIGN)
• When the ANALOG DIRECT function is selected,
audio input is set to “ANALOG” automatically and
you cannot select other modes.
• When either satellite tuner or DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter is selected, “------” appears on the
display, and you cannot select other modes. Select
an input mode other than the satellite tuner and
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter then set the
audio input mode.
You can reassign digital audio input that has
OPTICAL or COAXIAL (VIDEO 1 IN, SAT
IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when
they are not currently being used.
For example, to output the sound source for
DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack on
the receiver, then:
• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD
player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN jack of
the receiver.
• Assign “VD1 OPT” to “DVD” in the
D. ASSIGN setting.
1 Press AMP MENU.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“AUDIO”.
3 Press
or b to enter the
menu.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“D. ASSIGN”.
5 Press
or b to enter the
parameter.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
vacant digital audio input (for
example, “VD1 OPT”).
7 Press
or b to enter your
selection.
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Notes
8 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the input (“VD1 Æ DVD” in the
example) you want to assign to
the digital audio input jack
selected in step 6.
• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio
input to the same input.
• You cannot use the digital audio input for the
original input when it is reassigned to another
input.
• When you assign the digital audio input, the
INPUT MODE setting may change automatically
When DVD input is selected, the sound of
the DVD player will also become a digital
sound through the OPTICAL VIDEO 1
jack.
The input you can reassign to varies for
each digital audio input. For details, see
To return to the previous display
Press B.
Assignable inputs for digital
audio input
The initial setting is marked with an
underscore.
Digital audio
input
Assignable Display
inputs
[Display]
OPTICAL
VIDEO 1 IN
[VD1 OPT]
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
BD
VD1Æ[VD1]
VD1Æ[VD2]
VD1Æ[BD]
VD1Æ[DVD]
VD1Æ[CD]
DVDÆ[VD1]
DVDÆ[VD2]
DVDÆ[BD]
DVDÆ[DVD]
DVDÆ[SAT]
DVDÆ[CD]
SATÆ[VD2]
SATÆ[BD]
DVD
SA-CD/CD
COAXIAL DVD VIDEO1
IN
[DVD COAX]
VIDEO2
BD
DVD
SAT
SA-CD/CD
OPTICAL SAT VIDEO2
IN
[SAT OPT]
BD
DVD
SATÆ[DVD]
SATÆ[SAT]
SAT
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Enjoying the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT)
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio source or
computer.
By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound
from the connected component on the
receiver.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter.
Notes
• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned
on.
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, video output may not be possible.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are
available for purchase depending on the area.
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Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
You can listen to the sound and view the
images from the component connected
through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
to the DMPORT jack on the receiver.
TV
TV
OPTICAL
IN
SAT IN
DVD IN
BD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
OUT
VIDEO
IN
1
HDMI
SAT IN
DVD IN
VIDEO
1
IN
AM
FM
A
SAT
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
DVD
IN
COAXIAL
MONITOR
COMPONENT VID
(ASSIGNABLE)
DIGITAL
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
DC5V
0.7A MAX
L
DMPORT
R
SUBWOOFER
SA-CD/CD/CD-R
TV
SAT DVD
VIDEO 1
A Video cord (not supplied)
Notes
To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter from DMPORT
jack
• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the
arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the
DMPORT jack.
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly,
insert the connector straight in.
DC5V
0.7A MAX
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when
placing or moving the receiver.
2
DMPORT
1
Press and hold both sides of the connector and
then pull out the connector.
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Listening/watching a connected
component through DMPORT
connection
Naming inputs
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with
the names of the connected components.
1 Press DMPORT.
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR
on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the input you want to
create an index name for.
2 Start playback of the connected
component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
The sound is played back on the receiver
and the image appears on the TV.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
2 Press AMP MENU.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SYSTEM”.
Notes
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, you can operate the connected
component by using the remote. For details on
remote button operation, see page 11.
• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR OUT
or HDMI OUT jack of the receiver to the TV
4 Press
or b to enter the
menu.
5 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”.
6 Press or b to enter the
parameter.
Tip
The cursor flashes and you can select a
character. Follow the procedure given in
When listening to MP3 or other compressed music
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the
sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
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Changing the display
Using the Sleep Timer
You can check the sound field, etc., by
changing the information on the display.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
“SLEEP” lights up in the display.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
All inputs except the FM and AM
band
OFF t 0:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 1:30:00 t
2:00:00
a)
Index name of the input t Selected input
Tip
t Sound field currently applied t Volume
level t Stream info
To check the remaining time before the receiver
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears
on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep
timer will be canceled.
FM and AM band
b)
Program Service name or preset station
a)
name t Frequency t Program Type
b)
b)
indication t Radio Text indication t
Current Time indication (in 24-hour system
b)
mode) t Sound field currently applied
a)
Index name appears only when you have assigned
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
input name.
b)
During RDS reception only (Models of area code
CEL, CEK, ECE only) (page 68).
Note
Character or marks may not be displayed for some
languages.
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Recording onto a recording
media
Recording using the
receiver
You can record from a video/audio component
using the receiver. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your recording
component.
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the playback
component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
Recording onto a CD-R
2 Prepare the playback
You can record onto a CD-R using the
receiver. See the operating instructions
supplied with your CD recorder.
component for playing.
For example, insert the video tape you
want to copy into the VCR.
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the playback
component.
3 Prepare the recording
component.
Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the
recording component (VIDEO 1) for
recording.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Prepare the playback
4 Start recording on the
recording component, then
start playback on the playback
component.
component for playing.
For example, tune to the radio station you
want to record (page 63).
3 Prepare the recording
Note
Some sources contain copy guards to prevent
recording. In this case, you may not be able to record
from the source.
component.
Insert a blank CD-R into the CD recorder
and adjust the recording level.
4 Start recording on the
recording component, then
start playback on the playback
component.
Note
Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output
from the SA-CD/CD/CD-R OUT jacks.
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4 Press ENT/MEM.
Using the Remote
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
twice and the remote automatically exits
the programming mode.
Programming the remote
You can program the remote to control non-
Sony components by changing the code. Once
the control signals have been memorized, you
can use those components as part of your
system.
other components.
Notes
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
Furthermore, you can also program the remote
for Sony components that the remote is unable
to control. Note that the remote can only
control components that accept infrared
wireless control signals.
pressed.
SHIFT and then press the new input buttons you
want.
program the button to control a tuner (page 87).
• For the numeric codes, only the last three numbers
entered are valid.
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing
RM SET UP.
The RM SET UP button slowly flashes.
To program the remote to
control a TV
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing RM SET UP.
The RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes.
2 Press TV.
The RM SET UP and the SHIFT button
indicator light up.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if more
2 Press the input button for the
component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to control a
CD player, press SA-CD/CD.
The RM SET UP and the SHIFT button
indicator light up.
3 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the numeric code (or one
of the codes if more than one
code exists) corresponding to
the component and the maker
of the component you want to
control (except TV).
4 Press ENT/MEM.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
twice and the remote automatically exits the
programming mode.
information on the numeric code(s)
corresponding to the component and the
maker of the component (the first digit
and the last two digits of the numeric code
correspond to the category and the
maker’s code respectively).
To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP during any step. The RM
SET UP indicator flashes 5 times in quick
succession. The remote automatically exits the
programming mode.
To activate the input after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input you want.
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If programming is
To control a CD player
unsuccessful, check the
following:
Maker
Code(s)
101, 102, 103
104, 123
105, 106, 107
108, 109, 110
111, 116
116
SONY
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
• If the indicator flashes 5 times in quick
succession while entering the numeric code,
an error has occurred. Start again from step
DENON
JVC
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
ONKYO
112, 113, 114
115
To clear the memory of the
remote
To clear all programmes, do the following to
reset the remote to factory settings.
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
116
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
117
115, 118, 119
120, 121, 122
While holding down MASTER
VOL –, press and hold ?/1and then
press AV ?/1.
To control a DAT deck
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
Maker
Code(s)
203
SONY
PIONEER
219
The numeric codes
corresponding to the
component and the maker of
the component
To control an MD deck
Maker
Code(s)
301
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable
to control. Since the remote signal that a
component accepts differs depending on the
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
SONY
DENON
JVC
302
303
KENWOOD
304
To control a tape deck
Maker
Code(s)
201, 202
204, 205
206, 207, 208, 209
210
SONY
Notes
DENON
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a
chance, however, that your component will not
respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
KENWOOD
NAKAMICHI
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
216
211, 212
213, 214
215, 216
217, 218
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
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To control a DVD player
Maker
Code(s)
601, 602, 603
606
Maker
Code(s)
401, 402, 403
424
SONY
SONY
PIONEER
BROKSONIC
DENON
405
HITACHI
JVC
416
To control a video CD player
415, 423
419
Maker
Code(s)
MITSUBISHI
ORITRON
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
RCA
SONY
605
417
406, 408, 425
407
To control a VCR
Maker
Code(s)
409, 410
414
SONY
701, 702, 703, 704,
705, 706
SAMSUNG
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
416, 422
404, 421
418, 420
AIWA*
710, 750, 757, 758
707, 708, 709, 759
740
AKAI
BLAUPUNKT
EMERSON
711, 712, 713, 714,
715, 716, 750
To control a DVD recorder
Maker
FISHER
717, 718, 719, 720
Code(s)
GENERAL ELECTRIC 721, 722, 730
(GE)
SONY
401, 402, 403
GOLDSTAR/LG
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
723, 753
724
722, 725, 729, 741
717
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
726, 727, 728, 736
730, 731, 738
732, 733, 734, 735
736
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
PANASONIC
729, 730, 737, 738,
739, 740
PHILIPS
729, 730, 731
729
PIONEER
RCA/PROSCAN
722, 729, 730, 731,
741, 747
SAMSUNG
SANYO
742, 743, 744, 745
717, 720, 746
748, 749
SHARP
TELEFUNKEN
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
751, 752
747, 756
754
* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you
enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony
instead.
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Maker
Code(s)
RADIO SHACK
503, 510, 527, 565,
567
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
501
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
503, 510, 523, 529,
544
AIWA
501, 536, 539
AKAI
503
503, 515, 517, 531,
532, 534, 544, 556,
557, 562, 563, 566,
569
AOC
503
CENTURION
CORONADO
CURTIS-MATHES
DAYTRON
DAEWOO
566
517
SAMPO
SABA
566
503, 551, 566, 567
517, 566
530, 537, 547, 549,
558
504, 505, 506, 507,
515, 544
SANYO
508, 545, 546, 560,
567
FISHER
508, 545
548
SCOTT
SEARS
503, 566
FUNAI
503, 508, 510, 517,
518, 551
FUJITSU
528
SHARP
517, 535, 550, 561,
565
GOLDSTAR/LG
503, 512, 515, 517,
534, 544, 556, 568
SYLVANIA
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
503, 518, 566
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
511, 533, 534
530, 537, 547, 549
503, 513, 514, 515,
517, 519, 544, 557,
571
535, 539, 540, 541,
551
ITT/NOKIA
J.C.PENNY
JVC
521, 522
503, 510, 566
516, 552
517
TELEFUNKEN
530, 537, 538, 547,
549, 558
TEKNIKA
WARDS
YORK
517, 518, 567
503, 517, 566
566
KMC
MAGNAVOX
503, 515, 517, 518,
544, 566
ZENITH
GE
542, 543, 567
503, 509, 510, 544
515, 534, 556
MARANTZ
527
MITSUBISHI/MGA
503, 519, 527, 544,
566, 568
LOEWE
NEC
503, 517, 520, 540,
544, 554, 566
NORDMENDE
NOKIA
530, 558
521, 522, 573, 575
PANASONIC
509, 524, 553, 559,
572
PHILIPS
PHILCO
PIONEER
515, 518, 557, 570,
571
503, 504, 514, 517,
518
509, 525, 526, 540,
551, 555
PORTLAND
QUASAR
503
509, 535
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To control a tuner
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
002, 005
SONY
801, 802, 803, 804,
824, 825, 865
SONY
AMSTRAD
BskyB
845, 846
862
To control a Blu-ray disc
recorder
GENERAL ELECTRIC 866
(GE)
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
310, 311, 312
GRUNDIG
HUMAX
THOMSON
PACE
859, 860
846, 847
To control a PSX
Maker
857, 861, 864, 876
Code(s)
848, 849, 850, 852,
862, 863, 864
SONY
313, 314, 315
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
818, 855
856, 857, 858, 859,
860, 864, 874
To control a DVD/VHS COMBO
Maker
Code(s)
NOKIA
851, 853, 854, 864
SONY
411
RCA/PROSCAN
BITA/HITACHI
HUGHES
866, 871
868
To control a DVD/HDD COMBO
867
Maker
Code(s)
JVC/Echostar/Dish
Network
873
SONY
401, 402, 403
MITSUBISHI
SAMSUNG
TOSHIBA
872
875
869, 870
To control a cable box
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
821, 822, 823
HAMLIN/REGAL
836, 837, 838, 839,
840
JERROLD/G.I./
MOTOROLA
806, 807, 808, 809,
810, 811, 812, 813,
814, 819
JERROLD
OAK
830, 831
841, 842, 843
PANASONIC
816, 826, 832, 833,
834, 835
PHILIPS
PIONEER
RCA
830, 831
828, 829
805
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 815, 816, 817, 844
TOCOM/PHILIPS
ZENITH
830, 831
826, 827
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x Deep Color
Video signals for which the color depth of
signals passing through an HDMI jack have
been raised.
Additional Information
Glossary
The number of colors that could be expressed
by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216 colors) with
the current HDMI jack. However, the number
of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel
will be 36 bits, etc., when the receiver
corresponds to Deep Color.
Since the gradation of the depth of a color can
be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more
smoothly expressed.
x Cinema Studio EX
A surround sound mode that can be regarded
as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound
technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing
theater using three technologies: “Virtual
Multi Dimensions,” “Screen Depth Matching,”
and “Cinema Studio Reverberation.”
“Virtual Multi Dimensions,” the virtual
speaker technology, creates a virtual multi-
surround environment with actual speakers up
to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound
experience of a theater with the latest facilities
into your home.
“Screen Depth Matching” reproduces treble
attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound
usually created in a theater using sound
emission from behind the screen. This is then
added to the front and center channels.
“Cinema Studio Reverberation” reproduces
the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art
dubbing theaters and recording studios,
including Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/
C, available according to the studio type.
x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
A unique sound reproduction technology for
home theater developed by Sony, in
cooperation with Sony PicturesEntertainment,
for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound
of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital
Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and measured
data, the ideal sound field intended by
filmmakers can be experienced at home.
x Dolby Digital
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It
consists of front (left/right), center, surround
(left/right) and subwoofer channels. It is a
designated audio standard for DVD video and
also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since
surround information is recorded and
reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with
fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby
surround.
x Component video
A format for transmitting video signal
information consisting of three separate
signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and
chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as
DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted
more faithfully. The three jacks are color -
coded green, blue and red.
x Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus provides the flexibility and
efficiency to deliver more channels of
compelling surround sound for high-definition
video media. Its superior coding efficiencies
enable up to 7.1ch of high-quality
multichannel audio without negatively
impacting bit budgets allocated for video
performance or additional feature sets.
x Composite video
A standard format for transmitting video
signal information. The luminance signal Y
and chrominance signal C are combined and
transmitted together.
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x Dolby Digital Surround EX
Acoustic technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information
is matrixed into regular left and right surround
channels so that the sound can be reproduced
in 6.1 channel. Active scenes, especially, are
recreated with a more dynamic and realistic
sound field.
x DTS 96/24
A high sound quality digital signal format. It
records audio at a sampling frequency and bit
rate of 96 kHz/24bit which is the highest
possible for DVD video. The number of
playback channels varies depending on the
software.
x DTS Digital Surround
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It
compresses audio less than Dolby Digital,
delivering a higher quality sound
reproduction.
x Dolby Pro Logic II
This technology converts 2 channel stereo
recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback.
There is a MOVIE mode for movies and
MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as
music. Old movies encoded in the traditional
stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1
channel surround sound.
x DTS-ES
Format for 6.1 channel playback with
surround back information. There are two
modes, “Discrete 6.1” which records all
channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1”
which matrixes surround back channel into
surround left and surround right channels. It is
ideal for playback of motion picture
soundtracks.
The GAME mode is suitable for video games.
x Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Technology for 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel)
playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby
Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channel Dolby
Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in
7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel). Furthermore,
existing stereo recorded content can also be
reproduced in 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel).
x DTS-HD
Audio format which extends the conventional
DTS Digital Surround format.
This format consists of a core and an
extension, and the core part has DTS Digital
Surround compatibility. There are two kinds of
DTS-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
and DTS-HD Master Audio. DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio has a maximum
transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with lossy
compression (Lossy), and DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio corresponds to a maximum
sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and a
maximum of 7.1 channel. DTS-HD Master
Audio has a maximum transmission rate of
24.5 Mbps, and uses lossless compression
(Lossless), and DTS-HD Master Audio
corresponds to a maximum sampling
frequency of 192 kHz, and a maximum of
7.1 channel.
x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro
Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono
surround information is matrixed into two
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is
decoded and output in 4 channel surround
sound. This is the most common audio
processing method for DVD video.
x Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is Dolby’s lossless audio
technology developed for high-definition
optical discs. Dolby TrueHD audio is bit-for-
bit identical to the original studio masters and
provides supreme-quality audio up to 8
channel at 96 kHz/24 bit and up to 6ch at
192 kHz/24 bit. Together with high-definition
video, it offers an unprecedented home theater
experience.
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x DTS Neo:6
x Sampling frequency
This technology converts 2 channel stereo
recorded audio for 6.1 channel playback.
There are two modes to select according to the
playback source or your preference, CINEMA
for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources
such as music.
To convert analog audio to digital, analog data
should be quantified. This process is called
sampling, and the number of times per second
the analog data is quantified is called the
sampling frequency. A standard music CD
stores data quantified at 44,100 times per
second, which is expressed as a sampling
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a
higher sampling frequency means better sound
quality.
x HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) is an interface that supports both
video and audio on a single digital connection,
allowing you to enjoy high quality digital
picture and sound. The HDMI specification
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Contents Protection), a copy protection
technology that incorporates coding
technology for digital video signals.
x x.v.Colour
x.v.Colour is a more familiar term for the
xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a
trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international
standard for color space in video.
This standard can express a wider colour range
than the currently used broadcast standard.
x Neutral THX
Neural-THX Surround is taking surround
sound to the next level. This revolutionary new
technology delivers the rich envelopment and
discrete image detail of surround sound in a
format that is fully compatible with stereo.
Neural-THX Surround reduces the bandwidth
needed for broadcasters to deliver true, multi-
channel surround presentations, and enables
7.1-channel support for gaming and movies.
By unmasking the audio details, typically lost
by other playback systems, audiences will
experience the deep ambience and subtle
details of movies, music and games. And with
this technology being used by sound designers
during content creation, as well as embedded
into playback devices, Neural-THX Surround
promises a listening experience that is true to
the original mix.
Neural-THX Surround has been chosen as the
official surround sound broadcast format for
XM Satellite Radio’s “XM HD Surround”, as
well as other leading FM/HD radio stations
worldwide.
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On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Do not place the receiver near equipment
such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the
receiver is being used in combination with a
TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too
close to that equipment, noise may result,
and picture quality may suffer. This is
especially likely when using an indoor
antenna (aerial). Therefore, we recommend
using an outdoor antenna (aerial).)
• Use caution when placing the receiver on
surfaces that have been specially treated
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or
discoloration of the surface may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, check that the
operating voltage is identical with your local
power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate on the back of the receiver.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC
power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure
to turn off and unplug the receiver.
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
On cleaning
Although the receiver heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you
continuously use this receiver at a large
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your receiver, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
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There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem.
• Connect a pair of headphones to the
PHONES jack to verify that sound is
output from the headphones. If only one
channel is output from the headphones, the
component may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component. If both
channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to
the receiver correctly. Check the
Audio
There is no sound, no matter which
component is selected, or only a very
low-level sound is heard.
connection of the front speaker which is
not outputting any sound.
• Make sure you have connected to both the
L and R jacks of an analog component, and
not only to either the L or R jack. Use an
audio cord (not supplied).
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected correctly and securely.
• Check that all speaker cords are connected
correctly.
• Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set
to “VOL MIN”.
There is no sound from analog 2
channel sources.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
HDMI connection is not made for the
selected input.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“COAX” or “OPT” for the selected input
• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/
A+B) is not set to off (page 30).
• Check that headphones are not connected.
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel
the muting function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with the input buttons (page
38).
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN
function is not used to reassign the audio
input of another source to the selected
input (page 76).
• When only a very low-level sound is
heard, check to see if NIGHT MODE is
activated (page 61).
• The protective device on the receiver has
been activated. Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and
turn on the power again.
There is no sound from digital sources
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 75).
• Check that the ANALOG DIRECT
function is not selected.
• Check that the DIGITAL ASSIGN
function is not used to reassign the audio
input of another source to the selected
input (page 76).
There is no sound from a specific
component.
• Check that the component is connected
correctly to the audio input jacks for that
component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the
connection is (are) fully inserted into the
jacks on both the receiver and the
component.
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There is pop noise from a specific
component connected to this receiver
when you turn on the component.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
• Make sure the sound field function is on
(press MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Sound fields do not function for signals
with a sampling frequency of more than
48 kHz.
The left and right sounds are
unbalanced or reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the balance parameters using the
LEVEL menu.
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel
sound is not reproduced.
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing
is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS
format.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least
3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent
light.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with
alcohol.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to
the digital input jacks of this receiver,
check the audio setting (the settings for the
audio output) of the connected component.
Recording cannot be carried out.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
• Select the source component using the
There is no sound from the component
connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter.
• Adjust the volume of this receiver.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
and/or component is not connected
correctly. Turn off the receiver, then
reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter and/or component.
There is no sound, or only a very low-
level sound is heard from the center/
surround/surround back speakers.
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode
• Make sure the center/surround speakers
are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE”
• Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter and/or component device to make
sure it supports this receiver.
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check that the subwoofer is connected
correctly and securely.
• Make sure you have turned on your
subwoofer.
• Depending on the selected sound field, no
sound output from the subwoofer.
• When all speakers are set to “LARGE”
and “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” is
selected, there is no sound from the
subwoofer.
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Video
Tuner
There is no picture or an unclear
picture appears on the TV screen or
monitor.
• Select the appropriate input using the input
buttons.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you
connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna
(aerial), ground it against lightning. To
prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the
ground (earth) wire to a gas pipe.
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, video output may not be
possible.
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
The image of the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT is corrupted.
• Video input signals other than 480p
component are not received when signals
are output from the VIDEO jack. Input
480i component video signals.
Receiver
AM
FM
Ground (earth)
wire (not
supplied)
ANTENNA
Recording cannot be carried out.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
To ground
• Select the source component using the
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas (aerials) are
connected securely. Adjust the antennas
(aerials) and connect an external antenna
(aerial), if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too
weak (when tuning in with automatic
tuning). Use direct tuning.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval
correctly (when tuning in AM stations
with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver
so that the frequency appears on the
display.
• Keep the satellite radio antenna (aerial)
away from the speaker cords and the
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
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RDS does not work.*
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM
RDS station.
The Control for HDMI function does not
work.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 71).
• Make sure “CTRL:HDMI” is set to
“CTRL ON” in the HDMI menu.
• Make sure the connected component is
compatible with the Control for HDMI
function.
• Check the Control for HDMI settings on
the connected component. Refer to the
operating instructions of the connected
component.
• Select a stronger FM station.
The RDS information that you want
does not appear.*
• Contact the radio station and find out
whether they actually provide the service
in question. If so, the service may be
temporarily out of order.
• Repeat the procedures of “Preparing
Control for HDMI function” if you change
the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect
the AC power cord, or when there is a
power failure (page 72).
* Models of area code CEL, CEK, ECE only.
HDMI
The source sound input to the HDMI
jack is not output from the receiver or
the TV speaker.
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD
by connecting HDMI.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with each component.
• Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed
(an HDMI version 1.3, category 2 cable)
when you view images or listen to sound
during a Deep Color transmission.
No sound is output from the receiver
and TV speaker while using the System
Audio Control function.
• Make sure the TV is compatible with the
System Audio Control function.
• If the TV does not have System Audio
Control function, set the “AUDIO OUT”
settings in HDMI menu to
– “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the
sound from the TV speaker and
receiver.
– “AMP” if you want to listen to the
sound from the receiver.
• If you cannot listen to the sound of a
component connected to the receiver
– Change the input of the receiver to
HDMI when you want to watch a
program on a component connected via
HDMI connection to the receiver.
– Change the TV channel when you want
to watch a TV broadcast.
– Select the component or input you want
to watch when you watch a program on
the component connected to the TV.
Refer to the operating instructions of the
TV on this operation.
The source image input to the HDMI
jack is not output from the TV.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with each component.
• Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed
(an HDMI version 1.3, category 2 cable)
when you view images or listen to sound
during a Deep Color transmission.
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Remote commander
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if
service personnel changes some parts during
repair, these parts may be retained.
The remote does not function.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between
the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with
new ones, if they are weak.
Reference sections for clearing
the receiver’s memory
To clear
See
• Make sure you select the correct input on
the remote.
• When you operate a programmed non-
Sony component, the remote may not
function properly depending on the model
and the maker of the component.
All memorized settings
Customized sound fields
Error messages
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a
message. You can check the condition of the
system by the message. See the following table
to solve the problem. If any problem persists,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
PROTECTOR
• Irregular current is output from the
speakers. The receiver will automatically
turn off after a few seconds. Check the
speaker connection and turn on the power
again.
For other messages, see “Message list after
If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
memorized settings will be reset to their
factory settings and you will have to readjust
all settings on the receiver.
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2)
Reference power output for front, center, surround
and surround back speakers. Depending on the
sound field settings and the source, there may be
no sound output.
Specifications
Amplifier section
Models of area code CEL, CEK, ECE, AU
1)
Frequency response
Analog
10 Hz – 70 kHz,
+0.5/–2 dB (with sound
field and equalizer
bypassed)
Minimum RMS Output Power
(8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)
85 W + 85 W
Stereo Mode Output Power
(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
Input
100 W + 100 W
Analog
Sensitivity: 500 mV/
50 kohms
2)
Surround Mode Output Power
(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)
S/N3): 96 dB
(A, 500 mV4))
140 W per channel
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms
1)
S/N: 100 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Models of area code E51
Minimum RMS Output Power
(8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)
85 W + 85 W
Output (analog)
AUDIO OUT
Stereo Mode Output Power
(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
100 W + 100 W
Voltage: 500 mV/
10 kohms
SUBWOOFER
Equalizer
Gain levels
Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm
2)
Surround Mode Output Power
(8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)
140 W per channel
10 dB, 1 dB step
3)
INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer
bypassed).
Weighted network, input level.
1)
Measured under the following conditions:
4)
Area code
CEL, CEK, ECE
AU, E51
Power requirements
FM tuner section
230 V AC, 50 Hz
240 V AC, 50 Hz
Tuning range
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz
FM wire antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial) terminals
75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
10.7 MHz
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Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
AM tuner section
Tuning range
DC OUT:
5V, 0.7 A MAX
Area code
Tuning scale
Power consumption
10 kHz step 9 kHz step
CEL, CEK, ECE
AU, E51
–
531 kHz –
1,602 kHz
Area code
Power consumption
CEL, CEK, ECE,
AU, E51
230 W
530 kHz –
1,710 kHz
531 kHz –
1,710 kHz
5)
5)
Power consumption (during standby mode)
Antenna (aerial)
Intermediate frequency
450 kHz
Loop antenna
0.7 W
(When “CTRL:HDMI” in
HDMI menu is set to
“CTRL OFF”)
5)
You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off
the receiver. While holding down TUNING
MODE, press POWER on the receiver. All preset
stations will be erased when you change the tuning
scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
repeat the procedure.
Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)
430 × 157.5 × 318 mm
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.)
8.4 kg
Supplied accessories
Operating instructions (this manual)
Video section
Inputs/Outputs
Quick Setup Guide (1)
Video:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
Remote commander (RM-AAP022) (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
COMPONENT VIDEO:
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
80 MHz HD Pass Through
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
For details on the area code of the
General
Power requirements
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Area code
CEL, CEK, ECE
AU
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
240 V AC, 50 Hz
E51
120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
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Index
Numerics
H
S
HDMI
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
Selecting
Sound fields
Speakers
Super Audio CD player
I
A
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
M
Menu
B
Blu-ray disc player
C
CD player
CD recorder
Control for HDMI
T
N
Tuner
Tuning
TV
O
D
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
P
V
R
VCR
Video game
DVD player
Recording
DVD recorder
onto a recording media
E
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