Sony Stereo System STR DE875 User Manual

4-234-334-32(2)  
FM Stereo  
FM-AM Receiver  
Operating Instructions  
STR-DE875  
2001 Sony Corporation  
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About This Manual  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
The instructions in this manual is for model STR-DE875.  
Check your model number by looking at the lower right  
corner of the front panel.  
Hooking Up the Components 4  
Unpacking  
4
Antenna Hookups  
5
Audio Component Hookups  
Video Component Hookups  
Digital Component Hookups  
MULTI CH IN Hookups 10  
Other Hookups 11  
6
7
8
About area codes  
The area code of the player you purchased is shown on the  
lower portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).  
RUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
L
L
R
IANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
SPEAKERS  
Hooking Up and Setting Up the  
Speaker System 13  
FRONT  
4
8Ω  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
AC OUTLET  
4-XXX-XXX-XX AA  
Area code  
Speaker System Hookup 14  
Performing Initial Setup Operations 16  
Multi Channel Surround Setup 17  
Before You Use Your Receiver 22  
Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are  
clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area  
code AA only”.  
Location of Parts and Basic  
Conventions  
Operations 23  
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on  
the receiver. You can also use the controls on the  
supplied remote if they have the same or similar names  
as those on the receiver.  
• The following icon is used in this manual:  
zIndicates hints and tips for making the task easier.  
Front Panel Parts Descriptions 23  
Enjoying Surround Sound 28  
Selecting a Sound Field 29  
Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround  
Displays 32  
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic  
Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.  
Customizing Sound Fields 34  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol ; are trademarks of  
Dolby Laboratories.  
Confidential unpublished Works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.  
All rights reserved.  
*
Receiving Broadcasts 42  
Direct Tuning 44  
Automatic Tuning 44  
Preset Tuning 45  
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US  
Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other  
Other Operations 46  
world-wide patents issued and pending. “DTS”, “ES” and “DTS  
Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights  
reserved.  
Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 47  
Recording 47  
Using the Sleep Timer 48  
Adjustment Using the SET UP Button 49  
CONTROL A1 Control System 50  
Additional Information 52  
Troubleshooting 52  
Specifications 54  
Glossary 56  
Table of settings using SURR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET  
UP buttons 57  
Remote Button Description 59  
Index Back cover  
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Unpacking  
Hooking Up  
the  
Components  
Check that you received the following items with the  
receiver:  
• FM wire antenna (1)  
• AM loop antenna (1)  
• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)  
• Remote commander (remote) (1)  
This chapter describes how to connect  
various audio and video components  
to the receiver. Be sure to read the  
sections for the components you have  
before you actually connect them to  
the receiver.  
Inserting batteries into the remote  
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and – properly  
oriented in the battery compartment. When using the  
remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver.  
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When to replace batteries  
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 6  
months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace  
all batteries with new ones.  
Notes  
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.  
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.  
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting  
apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
• If you don’t use the remote for an extended period of time,  
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery  
leakage and corrosion.  
Before you get started  
• Turn off the power to all components before making  
any connections.  
• Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the  
connections are completed.  
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and  
noise.  
• When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to  
match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on  
the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left,  
audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.  
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Antenna Hookups  
AM loop antenna  
(supplied)  
FM wire antenna  
(supplied)  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
TV/SAT IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
z
If you have poor FM reception  
Terminals for connecting the antennas  
Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver  
to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.  
Connect the  
To the  
AM loop antenna  
FM wire antenna  
AM terminals  
Outdoor FM antenna  
FM 75COAXIAL terminal  
Receiver  
ANTENNA  
Notes on antenna hookups  
AM  
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna  
away from the receiver and other components.  
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.  
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as  
horizontal as possible.  
Ground wire  
(not supplied)  
COAXIAL  
FM  
75Ω  
To ground  
Important  
If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground  
it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not  
connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.  
Note  
Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the  
receiver.  
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Audio Component Hookups  
Required cords  
Audio cords (not supplied)  
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to  
the appropriate jacks on the components.  
MD/TAPE deck  
INPUT OUTPUT  
LINE  
LINE  
L
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
R
Turntable  
OUT  
IN  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
TV/SAT IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
OUTPUT  
LINE  
L
R
CD or SACD player  
Jacks for connecting audio components  
Note on audio component hookups  
If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the  
U SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver.  
Connect a  
To the  
Turntable  
PHONO jacks  
CD/SACD jacks  
MD/TAPE jacks  
CD or SACD player  
MD deck or tape deck  
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Video Component Hookups  
Required cords  
Audio/video cords (not supplied)  
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to  
the appropriate jacks on the components.  
Yellow (video)  
White (L/audio)  
Red (R/audio)  
Yellow (video)  
White (L/audio)  
Red (R/audio)  
DVD or LD player  
TV or satellite tuner  
OUTPUT  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
L
L
R
R
Video cord for connecting a TV monitor (not supplied)  
Yellow  
Yellow  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
TV/SAT IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
L
L
R
R
TV monitor  
VCR  
VCR  
Jacks for connecting video components  
Note on video component hookups  
You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV/  
SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound  
effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not  
connect the TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT VIDEO  
IN jack on the receiver. If you are connecting a separate  
TV tuner (or satellite tuner), connect both the audio and  
video output jacks to the receiver as shown above.  
Connect a  
To the  
TV or satellite tuner  
VCR  
TV/SAT jacks  
VIDEO 1 jacks  
VIDEO 2 jacks  
DVD/LD jacks  
MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack  
Additional VCR  
DVD or LD player  
TV monitor  
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When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks  
Your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video  
signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not  
be output through the video jacks.  
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Digital Component Hookups  
Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and  
satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to  
bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie  
theater into your home. To enjoy full effect of multi  
channel surround sound, five speakers (two front  
speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker)  
and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an  
LD player with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator,  
like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).  
Required cords  
Optical digital cords (not supplied)  
Black  
Black  
Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)  
Yellow  
Yellow  
Audio/video cords (not supplied)  
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to  
the appropriate jacks on the components.  
TV or satellite tuner  
DVD or LD player (etc.)*  
Yellow (video)  
White (L/audio)  
Red (R/audio)  
Yellow (video)  
White (L/audio)  
Red (R/audio)  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
COAXIAL  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
L
L
R
R
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
TV/SAT IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
When making digital audio connections to a DVD player, connect to either the coaxial OR optical digital jacks, and not both. It is recommended to  
make digital audio connections to the coaxial jack.  
*
Example of LD player connected via an RF demodulator  
Please note that you cannot connect an LD player’s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to the receiver’s digital input  
jacks. You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. Connect the LD player to the RF  
demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator’s optical or coaxial digital output to the receiver’s OPTICAL or COAXIAL  
DVD/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details on DOLBY DIGITAL RF  
hookups.  
DVD/LD  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DVD/LD IN  
DVD/LD IN  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
?
/
1
DOLBY DIGITAL  
RF OUT  
(COAXIAL)  
(COAXIAL)  
LD player  
RF demodulator  
(OPTICAL)  
or (OPTICAL)  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
Note  
When making connections as shown above, be sure to set INPUT MODE (q; on page 25) manually. This unit may not operate correctly if  
INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO 2CH” or “AUTO MULTI CH”.  
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Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or tape deck  
to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital  
input jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver’s  
digital output jack. These connections allow you to make  
digital recordings of a CDs played back through your  
DVD (or LD player) and satellite broadcasts.  
Required cords  
Optical digital cords (not supplied)  
Black  
Black  
Audio cords (not supplied)  
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to  
the appropriate jacks on the components.  
MD or tape deck  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
INPUT OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
LINE  
LINE  
OPTICAL  
IN  
L
OUT  
R
IN  
OUT  
OUT  
IN  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
TV/SAT IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
Notes  
• Please note that you cannot make a digital recording of a digital multi channel surround signal.  
To make a digital recording from your CD or SACD player, connect the CD or SACD player’s digital output directly to the digital input  
on your MD or tape deck. Refer to the instructions supplied with your CD or SACD player and MD or tape deck for details.  
• The DVD/LD IN OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies. The  
other OPTICAL jacks are compatible with 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies.  
• It is not possible to record analog signals to MD/TAPE and VIDEO with only digital connections. To record analog signals, make analog  
connections. To record digital signals, make digital connections.  
• Input signals with 96 kHz sampling frequencies to the DVD/LD IN OPTICAL or COAXIAL jacks. Using other jacks may result in  
intermittent sound.  
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MULTI CH IN Hookups  
Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel  
decoder, it is also equipped with MULTI CH IN jacks.  
These connections allow you to enjoy multichannel  
software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital and  
DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with MULTI CH  
OUTPUT jacks, you can connect them directly to the  
receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi  
channel decoder. Alternatively, the MULTI CH IN jacks  
can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder.  
To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, you will  
need five speakers (two front speakers, two surround  
speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer. Refer to  
the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player,  
multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi  
channel input hookups.  
Required cords  
Audio cords (not supplied)  
Two for the MULTI CH IN FRONT and SURROUND jacks  
White (L)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
Red (R)  
Monaural audio cords (not supplied)  
Two for the MULTI CH IN CENTER and SUB WOOFER jacks  
Black  
Black  
Video cord (not supplied)  
One for the DVD/LD VIDEO IN jacks (etc.)  
Yellow  
Yellow  
Notes  
• When using the connections described below, adjust the level  
of your surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD  
player or multichannel decoder.  
• When you set the center speaker to use as the surround back  
speaker in the speaker settings, the signal input at the MULTI  
CH IN CENTER jack is directly output from the surround back  
speaker. For details about the speaker settings, refer to “Multi  
Channel Surround Setup” on pages 17 – 21.  
DVD player,  
Multichannel decoder, etc.  
MULTI CH OUTPUT  
SURROUND  
FRONT  
CENTER  
SUB  
WOOFER  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
TV/SAT IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
Example of a DVD player hookup using the MULTI CH IN jacks  
Front Speaker (L)  
Front Speaker (R)  
DVD/LD  
SPEAKERS  
Surround Speaker (L)  
Surround Speaker (R)  
VIDEO IN etc.  
VIDEO OUT  
DVD player  
MULTI CH IN  
FRONT  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
?
/
1
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND/CENTER  
SUB WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
Center Speaker  
Active Woofer  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
Note  
See page 14 for details on speaker system hookup.  
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Other Hookups  
Required cords  
Audio cords (not supplied)  
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the  
appropriate jacks on the components.  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
CONTROL A1 connecting cord (not supplied)  
Black  
Black  
AC power cord  
CONTROL A1  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR**  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
120V  
240V  
220V  
DVD/LD IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
TV/SAT IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
FM  
75Ω  
MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
b
To a wall outlet  
AC OUTLET*  
* The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets on the rear panel varies according to the model and country to which the receiver is shipped.  
** Models of area code E2, E3 only.  
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Other Hookups  
CONTROL A1 hookup  
Connecting the AC power cord  
• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony  
CD player, SACD player, tape deck, or MD deck  
Use a CONTROLA1 cord (not supplied) to connect the  
CONTROL A1 jack on the CD player, SACD player,  
tape deck, or MD deck to the CONTROL A1 jack on  
the receiver. Refer to “CONTROL A1 Control System”  
on page 50 and the operating instructions supplied with  
your CD player, SACD player, tape deck, or MD deck  
for details.  
Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a  
wall outlet:  
• Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page  
14).  
Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video  
components to a wall outlet.  
If you connect other audio/video components to the AC  
OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power  
to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the  
whole system on or off when you turn the receiver on or  
off.  
Note  
If you make CONTROL A1 connections from the receiver to  
an MD deck that is also connected to a computer, do not  
operate the receiver while using the “Sony MD Editor”  
software. This may cause a malfunction.  
Caution  
Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s)  
connected to the receivers AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the  
wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage  
electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to  
this outlet.  
• If you have a Sony CD changer with a  
COMMAND MODE selector  
If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE selector can  
be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the  
command mode to “CD 1” and connect the changer to  
the CD jacks on the receiver.  
If, however, you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO  
OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and  
connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the  
receiver.  
Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Models of  
area code E2, E3 only)  
Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the  
player is set to the local power line voltage. If not, set the  
selector to the correct position using a screwdriver before  
connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.  
120 V 240 V 220 V  
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SET UP  
Jog dial  
Hooking Up  
and Setting Up  
the Speaker  
System  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
?
/ 1  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
Cursor buttons  
This chapter describes how to hook  
up your speaker system to the  
Brief descriptions of buttons and control  
used to set up the speaker system  
receiver, how to position each speaker,  
and how to set up your speakers to  
enjoy multi channel surround sound.  
SET UP button: Press to enter the setup mode when  
specifying speaker types and distances.  
Cursor buttons (  
/
): Use to select parameters after  
pressing the SET UP button.  
Jog dial: Use to adjust the setting of each parameter.  
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Speaker System Hookup  
Required cords  
Speaker cords (not supplied)  
One for each front, surround, and center speaker  
Front speaker (R)  
Front speaker (L)  
(+)  
(–)  
(+)  
(–)  
]
]
}
}
Monaural audio cord (not supplied)  
One for an active sub woofer  
Black  
Black  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
FRONT  
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
DVD/LD IN  
L
L
R
R
AM  
TV/SAT IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CONTROL A1  
MD/TAPE IN  
IMPEDANCE USE  
8
16Ω  
IMPEDANCE USE  
4
16Ω  
COAXIAL  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO OUT  
MD/TAPE OUT  
FM  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN  
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MONITOR  
COAXIAL  
DVD/LD  
IN  
U
AUDIO  
OUT  
SIGNAL GND  
L
L
L
L
L
FRONT  
CENTER  
4Ω  
8Ω  
R
R
R
R
R
SUB  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
SUB  
FRONT SURROUND  
WOOFER  
TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
PHONO  
CD/SACD MD/TAPE  
AC OUTLET  
MULTI CH IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
INPUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
]
]
}
}
]
}
Active sub woofer  
Surround speaker (R)  
Surround speaker (L)  
Center speaker*  
* You can connect a surround back speaker.  
Notes on speaker system hookup  
Terminals for connecting the speakers  
• Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about  
10 mm (2/3 inch). Be sure to match the speaker cord to  
the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and  
– to –. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be  
distorted and will lack bass.  
• If you use speakers with low maximum input rating,  
adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output  
on the speakers.  
Connect the  
To the  
Front speakers (8 or 4** ohm) SPEAKERS FRONT terminals  
Surround speakers (8 ohm)  
Center speaker (8 ohm)  
Active sub woofer***  
SPEAKERS SURROUND terminals  
SPEAKERS CENTER terminals  
SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack  
** See “Speaker impedance” on the next page.  
*** You can connect an active sub woofer to either of the two jacks. The  
remaining jack can be used to connect a second active sub woofer.  
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To avoid short-circuiting the speakers  
Speaker impedance  
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver.  
To prevent this, make sure to take the following  
precautions when connecting the speakers.  
Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as  
indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual  
supplied with your speakers if you’re not sure of their  
impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label  
on the back of the speaker.)  
Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord  
do not touch another speaker terminal or the  
stripped end of another speaker cord.  
If the nominal impedance of Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to  
your speaker is  
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord  
Between 4 and 8 ohms  
8 ohms or higher  
4Ω  
8Ω  
Speakers connected to the SURROUND and CENTER  
SPEAKERS terminals must have a nominal impedance of  
8 ohms or higher (regardless of the setting of the  
IMPEDANCE SELECTOR).  
Note  
Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal.  
Be sure to turn the power off when setting the IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR.  
Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive  
removal of insulation.  
After connecting all the components, speakers,  
and AC power cord, output a test tone to check  
that all the speakers are connected correctly. For  
details on outputting a test tone, see page 21.  
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a  
test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other than  
the one whose name is currently displayed on the  
receiver, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this  
happens, check the speaker connection again.  
To avoid damaging your speakers  
Make sure that you turn down the volume before you  
turn off the receiver. When you turn on the receiver, the  
volume remains at the level you turn off the receiver.  
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Performing Initial Setup Operations  
Once you have hooked up the speakers and turned on the  
Performing initial setup operations  
power, clear the receiver’s memory. Then specify the  
speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any  
other initial setup operations necessary for your system.  
Before using your receiver for the first time, adjust SET  
UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to your  
system. For the adjustable parameters, see the table on  
page 58. See pages 17 – 21 for speaker settings and pages  
49 – 50 for other settings.  
Clearing the receiver’s memory  
Before using your receiver for the first time or when you  
want to clear the receiver’s memory, do the following.  
This procedure is not necessary if the demonstration  
activates when you turn the power on.  
Demonstration Mode  
The demonstration will activate the first time you turn on  
the power. When the demonstration starts, the following  
message appears in the display twice:  
1/u  
“Now Demonstration Mode!! To finish the  
demonstration, please press POWER KEY while this  
message appears in the display. Thank you!”  
MASTER VOLUME  
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
+
?
/ 1  
To cancel the demonstration  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
Press ?/1 to turn the receiver off while the above message  
is being displayed. The next time you turn the receiver on,  
the demonstration will not appear.  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
To view the demonstration  
Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the power.  
1 Turn off the receiver.  
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.  
Notes  
• Running the demonstration will clear the receiver’s  
memory. For details on what will be cleared, see  
“Clearing the receiver's memory” on this page.  
You cannot cancel demonstration if you did not press  
?/1 while the above message is being displayed. To  
cancel demonstration after the above message appears,  
press ?/1 twice to activate the demonstration again.  
Then, press ?/1 while the above message is being  
displayed.  
The currently selected function, followed by the  
demonstration message appears in the display. All of  
the following items are reset or cleared:  
• All preset stations are reset or cleared.  
• All sound field parameters are reset to their factory  
settings.  
• All index names (of preset stations and program  
sources) are cleared.  
• All SET UP parameters are reset to their factory  
settings.  
• The sound field memorized for each program source  
and preset stations are cleared.  
• The MASTER VOLUME is set to VOLUME MIN.  
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Multi Channel Surround Setup  
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For the best possible surround sound all speakers should  
be the same distance from the listening position (A).  
However, this unit lets you to place the center speaker up  
to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) or the surround back  
speakers up to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (D) and the  
surround speakers up to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) to  
the listening position. The front speakers can be placed  
from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet ) from the listening  
position (A).  
When setting up the surround back speaker  
Set the speaker at least one meter behind the listening position. It  
is recommended to place the speaker at an equal distance from  
the surround left or right speakers. If there is no space behind the  
listening position, set the speaker above the listening position by  
placing it on a stand or hanging it from the ceiling. To prevent  
speaker damage or injury in case the speaker falls, make sure that  
it is properly fixed in place.  
Note  
You can place the surround speakers either behind you or  
to the side, depending on the shape of your room (etc.).  
Do not place the center speaker farther away from the listening  
position than the front speakers.  
You can use the center speaker as a surround back  
speaker.  
Specifying the speaker parameters  
When placing surround speakers to your side  
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.  
B
2 Press SET UP.  
A
A
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the  
45°  
parameter you want to adjust.  
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want.  
The setting is stored automatically.  
C
C
90°  
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the  
parameters that follow.  
x Front speaker size (FRONT)  
Initial setting : LARGE  
D
20°  
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,  
select “LARGE”.  
When placing the surround speakers behind you  
• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround  
effects when using multi channel surround sound,  
select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry  
and output the front channel bass frequencies from the  
sub woofer.  
• When the front speaker is set to “SMALL”, the center,  
surround and surround back speakers are also  
automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to  
“NO”).  
B
A
A
45°  
C
C
90°  
D
20°  
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p Center speaker size (CENTER)  
Initial setting : LARGE  
x Surround back speaker size (SURR BACK)**  
Initial setting : NO  
• If you connect a large speaker that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,  
select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set  
to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to  
“LARGE”.  
• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround  
effects when using multi channel surround sound,  
select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry  
and output the center channel bass frequencies from the  
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. *1  
• If you do not connect a center speaker, select “NO”. The  
sound of the center channel will be output from the  
front speakers.*2  
This parameter can be set when the center speaker is set to  
“NO” and the surround speakers are set to “LARGE” or  
“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 surround back speaker  
to “LARGE”.  
• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround  
effects when using multi channel surround sound,  
select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry  
and output the center channel bass frequencies from the  
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer.  
However, if the surround speakers are set to “SMALL”,  
the surround back speaker is automatically set to  
“SMALL”.  
p Surround speaker size (SURROUND)  
Initial setting : LARGE  
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,  
select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set  
to “SMALL”, you cannot set the surround speakers to  
“LARGE”.  
• If you do not connect a surround back speaker, select  
“NO”.  
** This parameter is not available when “Surround  
speaker size (SURROUND)” is set to “NO”.  
• 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 sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
• If you do not connect surround speakers, select “NO”.*3  
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About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL)  
Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker  
determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut  
the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a  
channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding  
bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of  
directionality, it best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even  
when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you  
want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the  
other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to  
have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to  
“SMALL”.  
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*1~*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes  
1
*
*
*
NORMAL  
PHANTOM  
3 STEREO  
2
3
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers  
to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the  
equalizer to boost the bass levels. To adjust the equalizer, see  
page 36.  
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About speaker distances  
x Sub woofer selection (SUB WOOFER)  
Initial setting : YES  
• If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.  
• If you do not connect a sub woofer, select “NO”. This  
activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the  
LFE signals from other speakers.  
• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital  
bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the sub  
woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.  
This receiver allows you to input the speaker position in terms of  
distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker  
farther away than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker can  
not be set more that 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front  
speakers.  
Likewise, the surround and surround back speakers cannot be set  
farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.  
And they can be no more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer.  
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to  
enjoy the surround sound.  
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the  
actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of  
the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will  
sound like it is farther away.  
For example, setting the center speaker distance 1~2 m (3~6 feet)  
closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic  
sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a  
satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are  
too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter)  
than the actual distance will create a larger soundstage.  
Adjusting these parameters while listening to the sound often  
results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!  
x Front speaker distance (FRONT XX.X)  
Initial setting : 5.0 meter (16 feet)  
Set the distance from your listening position to the front  
(left or right) speaker (A on page 17).  
x Center speaker distance (CENTER XX.X)  
Initial setting : 5.0 meter (16 feet)  
Set the distance from your listening position to the center  
speaker. Center speaker distance should be set from a  
distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page  
17) to a distance 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening  
position (B on page 17). When this range is exceeded, the  
display blinks. If you make the setting while the display  
blinks, you cannot fully enjoy the surround effect.  
x Sub woofer phase polarity (S.W PHASE)  
Initial setting : NORMAL  
Set the sub woofer phase polarity. There is usually no  
problem when the sub woofer phase polarity is set to  
“NORMAL”. However, depending on the type of front  
speakers, the position of the sub woofer, and the cut-off  
frequency of the sub woofer, setting the phase polarity to  
“REVERSE” may produce better bass. Besides bass  
reproduction, the richness and tightness of the overall  
sound may also be affected. While listening from the main  
listening position, select the setting that best suits your  
environment.  
x Surround speaker distance (SURROUND XX.X)  
Initial setting : 3.5 meter (11 feet)  
Set the distance from your listening position to the  
surround speaker. Surround speaker distance should be  
set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A  
on page 17) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your  
listening position (C on page 17). When this range is  
exceeded, the display blinks. If you make the setting  
while the display blinks, you cannot fully enjoy the  
surround effect.  
x Distance unit (DISTANCE UNIT)  
Initial setting : meter (feet)  
x Surround back speaker distance (SURR BACK  
XX.X)  
Initial setting : 3.5 meter (11 feet)  
Lets you select either feet or meters as the unit of measure  
for setting distances.  
Set the distance from your listening position to the  
surround back speaker. Surround back speaker distance  
should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker  
distance (A on page 17) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet)  
closer to your listening position (D on page 17). When  
this range is exceeded, the display blinks. If you make the  
setting while the display blinks, you cannot fully enjoy  
the surround effect.  
x Sub woofer distance (SUB WOOFER XX.X)  
Initial setting : 5.0 meter (16 feet)  
Set the distance from your listening position to the sub  
woofer.  
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Multi Channel Surround Setup  
x Surround speaker position (SURR POSI.)*  
Initial setting : SIDE  
This setting only affects the surround modes in the  
“VIRTUAL” sound fields.  
This parameter lets you specify the location of your  
surround speakers for proper implementation of the  
Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the  
“VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the illustration below.  
• Select “SIDE” if the location of your surround speakers  
corresponds to section A.  
• Select “MIDDLE” if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to section B.  
• Select “BEHIND”** if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to section C.  
B
A
B
A
60  
30  
This setting only effects the surround modes in the  
“VIRTUAL” sound fields.  
*
These parameters are not available when “Surround  
speaker size“ is set to “NO”.  
*** This parameter is not available when “Surround back  
speaker size” is set to “NO”.  
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About the surround position (SIDE, MIDDLE and BEHIND)  
This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the  
Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.  
With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as  
critical as other modes. All of the modes in the “VIRTUAL”  
sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround  
speaker would be located behind the listening position, but  
presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround  
speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the  
speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left  
and right of the listening position, the “VIRTUAL” sound fields  
will not be effective unless the surround speaker position  
parameter is set to “SIDE”.  
90°  
A
A
60°  
30°  
B
B
C
C
20°  
* These parameters are not available when “Surround  
speaker size” is set to “NO”.  
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables,  
like wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using  
“BEHIND” or “MIDDLE” if your speakers are located high above  
the listening position, even if they are to the immediate left and  
right.  
Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the  
“Surround speaker position” explanation, we recommend that  
you playback multi channel surround encoded software and  
listen to the effect each setting has on your listening environment.  
Choose the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness  
and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the  
surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the  
front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select  
“BEHIND” and then use the speaker distance parameter and  
speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.  
** This parameter is only available when “Surround back  
speaker size” is set to “NO”.  
x Surround speaker height (SURR HEIGHT)*/  
Surround back speaker height (SURR BACK  
HGT.)***  
Initial setting : LOW  
This parameter lets you specify the height of your  
surround and surround back speakers for proper  
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround  
modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the  
illustration below.  
• Select “LOW” if the location of your surround speakers  
corresponds to section A.  
• Select “HIGH” if the location of your surround speakers  
corresponds to section B.  
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x Fro n t sp e a ke r cro sso ve r fre q u e n cy  
(FRONT SP > XXX Hz)  
3 To change the test tone mode, press the cursor  
buttons ( or ) to select the mode you w ant.  
Initial setting : STD (120Hz)  
Lets you adjust the front speaker bass crossover frequency  
when the front speakers are set to “SMALL”.  
Mode  
The test tone output  
NORMAL  
The test tone is output from each  
speaker in sequence.  
PHASE  
The test tone is output from two  
speakers at a time in sequence.  
(There is no sound output from  
the sub woofer.)  
You can also adjust the balance  
between speakers.  
x Ce n t e r sp e a ke r cro sso ve r fre q u e n cy  
(CENTER SP > XXX Hz)  
Initial setting : STD (120 Hz)  
Lets you to adjust the center speaker bass crossover  
frequency when the center speaker is set to “SMALL”.  
2CH SWAP  
You can adjust the speaker levels  
while listening to the source (not  
the test tone). Turn on the  
connected component, start  
playing, then turn FUNCTION to  
select the component (except  
connected to the MULTI CH IN  
jacks).  
The sound of the front L/R  
speakers is output from the  
surround R/L speakers. You can  
adjust the level of surround  
speakers from the listening  
position.  
x Su rro u n d sp e a ke r cro sso ve r fre q u e n cy  
(SURROUND SP > XXX Hz)  
Initial setting : STD (120 Hz)  
Lets you adjust the surround speaker bass crossover  
frequency when the surround speakers are set to  
“SMALL”.  
x Su rro u n d b a ck cro sso ve r fre q u e n cy (SURR  
BACK SP > XXX Hz)  
Initial setting : STD (120 Hz)  
Lets you adjust the surround back speaker bass crossover  
frequency when the surround back speaker is set to  
“SMALL”.  
Note  
You cannot select “2CH SWAP” when “2CH A. DIRECT” is  
selected (qg on page 26).  
x LFE h ig h cu t filt e r (LFE HIGH CUT > XXX Hz)  
Initial setting : STD (120 Hz)  
4 Adjust the LEVEL parameters so that the level of  
the test tone from each speaker sounds the same  
w hen you are in your main listening position.  
Press LEVEL to adjust the balance and level of  
speakers. For details on the LEVEL menu, see page 35.  
While adjusting, the test tone is output from the  
speaker whose adjustment is performed.  
Lets you select the cut off frequency of the LFE channel  
high cut filter. Normally, select “STD”. When using a  
passive subwoofer powered by a separate power  
amplifier, it may be better to change the cut off frequency.  
When this is the case, use a setting other than STD.  
Ad ju st in g t h e sp e a ke r le ve l  
5 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the test tone.  
Use the remote while seated in your listening position to  
adjust the level of each speaker.  
Tip  
You can adjust the level of the all speakers at the same time. Turn  
MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or press MASTER VOL +/–  
on the remote.  
Note  
This receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency  
centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker level adjustment.  
Notes  
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.  
• The adjusted value are shown in the display during  
adjustment.  
2 Press TEST TONE on the remote.  
• Although these adjustments can also be made via the front  
panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the  
receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we  
recommend you to follow the procedure described above and  
adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the  
remote.  
“TEST TONE” appears in the display and you will  
hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.  
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Before You Use Your Receiver  
There is no sound no matter which component is  
selected.  
Checking the connections  
After connecting all of your components to the receiver,  
do the following to verify that the connections were made  
correctly.  
, Check that both the receiver and all components  
are turned on.  
, Check that the volume level on the display is not  
set to VOLUME MIN by turning the MASTER  
VOLUME.  
1/u  
MASTER VOLUME  
, Press SPEAKERS button if SP. OFF appears on the  
display.  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
?
/ 1  
, Check that all speaker cords are connected  
correctly.  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
, Press MUTING if MUTING appears on the display.  
, Check that the headphones are not connected to  
the PHONES jack. No sound will come from the  
speakers if the headphones are connected.  
, Check that the receiver is not in “Demonstration  
Mode” (see page 16).  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
FUNCTION  
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.  
There’s no sound from a specific component.  
, Check that the component is connected correctly to  
the audio input jacks for that component.  
2 Turn on the component that you connected (e.g.,  
CD player or tape deck).  
, Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is  
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the  
receiver and the component.  
3 Rotate FUNCTION to select the component  
(program source) and start playing it.  
No sound is heard from one of the front  
speakers.  
4 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to turn up the volume.  
, Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack  
to verify that sound is output from the headphones  
(see “wf SPEAKERS button” and “PHONES jack”  
on page 27).  
If you do not obtain normal sound output after  
performing this procedure, look for the reason in the  
following checklist and take the appropriate measures to  
correct the problem.  
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 connection of the front  
speaker which is not outputting any sound.  
If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see  
“Troubleshooting” on page 52.  
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Front Panel Parts  
Descriptions  
Location of  
Parts and Basic  
Operations  
This chapter provides information  
about the locations and functions of  
the buttons and controls on the front  
panel. It also explains basic  
operations.  
1 ?/1 switch  
Press to turn the receiver on and off.  
2 DISPLAY button  
Press repeatedly to change the information on the  
display window as follows:  
v
Index name of the component or the preset station*  
v
FUNCTION button indication or frequency**  
v
Sound field applied to the program source  
* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the  
component or preset station (see page 47). Index name does not  
appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the  
same as the function button.  
** Frequency appears only when the tuner is selected.  
3 DIMMER button  
Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the brightness of  
the display (5 steps).  
When set to the dimmest setting, the display and the  
blue LED are turned off. However, when you press  
any button, the display becomes the brightest setting  
temporary.  
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Front Panel Parts Description  
1
8
2 3  
4
5
6
MASTER VOLUME  
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
+
? / 1  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
+
TUNING  
FM  
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
7
qa0  
9
6 Use the CINEMA STUDIO EX buttons to enjoy the  
4
The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For  
details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page 42.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX sound effects.  
A/B/C buttons  
PRESET TUNING +/– buttons  
Press to activate the CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B or C  
sound field (page 30).  
Scan all preset stations.  
TUNING +/- buttons  
7 Use the SOUND FIELD buttons to enjoy surround  
sound. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound”  
starting from page 28.  
Scan all the available radio stations.  
MEMORY button  
Press to memorize a preset station.  
A.F.D. button / indicator  
Press to set the receiver to automatically detect the  
type of audio signal being input and perform proper  
decoding (if necessary).  
SHIFT button  
Selects a memory page for preset stations.  
FM MODE button  
MODE button / indicator  
Press to activate the sound field selection mode (page  
29).  
If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo  
reception is poor, press this button. You will not have  
the stereo effect but the sound is improved.  
2CH button / indicator  
FM button  
Press to output sound from only the front (left and  
right) speakers.  
Selects the FM band.  
AM button  
8 MASTER VOLUME control  
Selects the AM band.  
After turning on the component you selected, rotate to  
adjust the volume.  
5 MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator  
This indicator lights up when the unit is decoding  
signals recorded in a multi channel format.  
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9 FUNCTION control  
q; INPUT MODE button  
Rotate to select the component you want to use.  
Press INPUT MODE to select the input mode for your  
digital components. Each time you press the button,  
the input mode of the currently selected component  
switches.  
To select  
Rotate to display  
VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2  
DVD/LD  
VCR  
DVD or LD player  
TV or satellite tuner  
MD or Tape deck  
CD or SACD player  
Built in tuner  
Turntable  
Select  
To  
TV/SAT  
AUTO 2CH  
Give priority to the analog audio  
signals input to the AUDIO IN  
(L/R) jacks when there is no  
digital signals.  
MD/TAPE  
CD/SACD  
TUNER  
COAXIAL FIXED  
OPTICAL FIXED  
Specify the digital audio signals  
input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL  
input jacks.  
PHONO  
Specify the digital audio signals  
input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL  
input jacks.  
After selecting the component, turn on the component  
you selected and play the program source.  
ANALOG 2CH FIXED  
Specify the analog audio signals  
input to the AUDIO IN (L/R)  
jacks.  
• After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD player, turn on the  
TV and set the TV’s video input to match the component  
you selected.  
When the MULTI CH is assigned to a specific function  
using SET UP menu (page 49), “AUTO MULTI CH”  
and “MULTI CH FIXED” are displayed instead of  
“AUTO 2CH” and “ANALOG 2CH FIXED”.  
MODE button  
Press to select and play another video/audio source in  
combination with the selected component.  
Each time you press the button, the display changes as  
follows:  
Select  
To  
AUTO MULTI CH  
Give priority to the analog audio  
signals input to the MULTI CH  
IN jacks when there is no digital  
signals.  
Standard display  
t V:XXX t A:XXX  
selected component T  
MULTI CH FIXED  
Specify the analog audio signals  
input to the MULTI CH IN jacks.  
Press MODE to display  
And rotate FUNCTION to select  
qa MUTING button  
V:XXX  
Any video source to enjoy with  
the audio from the selected  
component  
Press to mute the sound. MUTING appears in the  
display when the sound is muted.  
A:XXX  
Any audio source to enjoy with  
the video from the selected  
component  
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Fro n t Pa n e l Pa rt s De scrip t io n  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
? / 1  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
+
TUNING  
FM  
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
w;  
ql qk  
qd  
qs  
qf  
qj  
qh  
qg  
wf  
wd ws wa  
qs 6.1 CH DECODING button  
qd EQUALIZER button  
Press 6.1 CH DECODING to adjust the 6.1 channel  
matrix parameter in the SET UP menu (page 49).  
This function works only for the multi channel format  
[3/2].  
This function is effective for the following sound  
fields.  
Press to turn the equalizer on or off. The EQ indicator  
in the display lights when the equalizer is turned on.  
When you adjust the equalizer using the EQ  
parameters (page 36), the settings are stored  
automatically and can be reproduced wherever you  
turn on the equalizer.  
• A.F.D.*  
• The equalizer is not compatible with 96 kHz digital audio  
signals and during MULTI CH IN input or 2CH ANALOG  
DIRECT.  
• NORMAL SURROUND  
• CINEMA STUDIO EX A-C  
• SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A-C  
• NIGHT THEATER  
qf DIGITAL CONCERT HALL buttons  
Use the DIGITAL CONCERT HALL buttons to enjoy  
the DIGITAL CONCERT HALL sound effects.  
• MONO MOVIE  
• STEREO MOVIE  
V. MULTI DIMENSION  
• VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
V. SEMI M. DIMENSION  
• VIRTUAL ENHANCED A, B  
* “AUTO” only.  
A/B buttons  
Press to activate the DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A or  
B sound field (page 30).  
qg MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT button  
Press MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT to enjoy the audio  
source connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks or analog  
2 channel input jacks. Only volume control and the  
front speaker balance can be adjusted when set to 2CH  
ANALOG DIRECT. When set to MULTI DIRECT, you  
can adjust balance and level of all the speakers. When  
this function is on, the surround effects are turned off.  
About the “VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1” playback  
Though this receiver incorporates the 5.1 channel amplifier,  
you can reproduce the 6.1 channel surround sound of the  
sources encoded in 6.1 channel (page 29).  
To enjoy “VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1” playback most effectively,  
use the 6.1CH DECODING function when you select  
“CINEMA STUDIO EX A-C” or “SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX  
A-C”. The sound characteristics of CINEMA STUDIO and the  
3D sound imaging create the virtual surround back speaker,  
and you can enjoy the surround effect as if in the real theater.  
You can select AUTO/ON/OFF using the 6.1CH DECODING  
button (page 49).  
Select  
To  
MULTI  
Enjoy the audio source connected  
to the MULTI CH IN jacks.  
MULTI CH IN indicator lights up  
in the display. This mode is  
suitable for enjoying high quality  
analog source.  
2CH A. DIRECT  
Enjoy the audio source connected  
to analog 2 channel jacks. This  
mode is suitable for enjoying  
high quality analog source.  
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qh SET UP button  
Press to activate the setup mode, then use the cursor  
buttons (w;) to select any of the following indications.  
You can then make various settings using the jog dial  
(ql). For details, see “Adjustment Using the SET UP  
Button” starting from page 49.  
qj NAME button  
Press to activate the name function and enter names  
for preset stations and program sources (page 47).  
qk ENTER button  
Press to enter individual characters for the preset  
station and program source names.  
ql Jog dial  
Turn to adjust the selected speaker level, surround,  
and equalizer parameters (etc.).  
w; Cursor buttons (  
/
)
Press to select various speaker level, surround, and  
equalizer parameters (etc.).  
wa EQ button  
Press to activate the equalizer parameters (page 36).  
The indicator on the button lights up and you can  
adjust the various equalizer parameters.  
ws SURR button  
Press to activate the surround parameters (page 34).  
The indicator on the button lights up and you can  
adjust the various surround parameters (effect level,  
wall type, etc.).  
wd LEVEL button  
Press to activate the speaker level parameters (page  
35). The indicator on the button lights up and you can  
adjust the various speaker level parameters (front  
balance, surround balance, etc.).  
wf SPEAKERS button  
Press SPEAKERS button to ON. Press again to OFF.  
PHONES jack  
Connects headphones.  
• When you connect the headphones, no sound will come  
from the speakers and “SP. OFF” lights up in the display.  
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You can take advantage of surround sound simply by  
selecting one of the receiver’s pre-programmed sound  
modes. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of  
movie theaters and concert halls into your home. You can  
also customize the sound modes to obtain the sound you  
desire by changing the various surround parameters.  
The receiver contains a variety of different sound modes.  
The cinema sound modes are designed for use when  
playing back movie software (DVD, LD, etc.) encoded  
with multi channel surround sound or Dolby Pro Logic.  
In addition to decoding the surround sound, some of  
these modes also provide sound effects commonly found  
in movie theaters.  
Enjoying  
Surround  
Sound  
This chapter describes how to set up  
the receiver to enjoy surround sound.  
You can enjoy multi channel surround  
when playing back software encoded  
with Dolby Digital or DTS.  
The virtual sound modes contain compelling applications  
of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal  
processing technology. They shift the sound away from  
the actual speaker locations to simulate the presence of  
several “virtual” speakers.  
The music (etc.) sound modes are designed for use with  
standard audio sources and TV broadcasts. They add  
reverberation to the source signal to make you feel as if  
you were in a concert hall or stadium (etc.). Use these  
sound modes with two-channel sources like CD and  
stereo broadcasts of sports programs or musical concerts.  
For more information about the sound modes, see pages  
30 – 31.  
A.F.D.  
The “Auto Format Decoding” sound mode presents the  
sound exactly as it was encoded, without adding any  
reverberation (etc.).  
DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)  
The sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology.  
When these sound fields are selected, “Digital Cinema  
Sound” indicator in the display lights up.  
DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for  
home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP  
(Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the  
sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in  
Hollywood.  
To fully enjoy surround sound, you must register the  
number and location of you speakers. See “Multi Channel  
Surround setup” starting on page 17 to set the speaker  
parameters before enjoying surround sound.  
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EQ  
LEVEL  
CINEMA  
STUDIO EX  
DIGITAL  
CONCERT  
HALL  
Selecting a Sound Field  
SURR  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
?
/ 1  
You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of  
the pre-programmed sound fields according to the  
program you want to listen to.  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL 6.1 CH DECODING  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
NAME  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
A
C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
MODE  
ENTER  
1 Press SOUND FIELD MODE.  
The current sound field is indicated in the display.  
Cursor buttons  
Jog dial  
EQUALIZER  
2 Turn the jog dial or press the cursor buttons  
SOUND FIELD  
buttons  
(
or ) to select the sound field you want.  
See pages 30 – 31 for information on each sound field.  
MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT  
To turn the sound field off  
Press A.F.D., 2CH or MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT (page 31).  
Brief descriptions of buttons used to  
enjoy surround sound  
Tip  
LEVEL button: Press to customize the level parameters.  
When sound signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz are  
input, the sound signals are output in stereo automatically, and  
the sound field is turned off.  
SURR button: Press to customize the surround  
parameters in the current sound field.  
z
You can identify Dolby Surround-encoded software by  
looking at the packaging  
EQ button: Press to customize the equalizer parameters  
Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the  
Surround encoded programs are labeled with the A  
logo, and Dolby  
in the current sound field.  
logo.  
Cursor buttons (  
/
): Use to select parameters after  
pressing the LEVEL, SURR, EQ or SET UP buttons.  
z
6.1 channel matrix decoding  
Some movies released after the summer of 1999 added a new  
channel to its preexisting 5.1 channel. The new channel added  
speakers behind the listening position. In the movie theaters,  
these speakers are placed on the rear wall, on each side of the  
projection room’s window.  
Jog dial: Use to adjust parameters and select sound fields  
(etc.).  
SOUND FIELD buttons:  
The 6.1 channel system used in the movie theaters is called Dolby  
Surround EX system. However, to record on movie films, this 6.1  
channel is converted to 5.1 channel using matrix encoding, and  
the same number of channels are used as Dolby Digital and DTS  
recordings. Recordings on the DVD also use the same signals.  
A lot of movie theaters screen movie with matrix encoded  
5.1 channel signals and this is not unnatural to the ears. However,  
when a matrix decoder is used to create surround center speaker  
signals, this simulates the same 6.1 channel sound as Dolby  
Surround EX system in the movie theaters.  
This unit is equipped with the matrix decoder allowing for 6.1  
channel sound production. With Virtual 3D technology, the  
surround back signals can be enjoyed even without an actual  
surround back speaker. When the center speaker is not used, it is  
possible to use this channel to output surround back signals.  
Particularly with 6.1 CH DECODING, speakers placed on rear  
and side walls in the movie theaters are virtually created. As  
reflections and reverberations are also simulated, you can enjoy  
powerful sounds as if in the movie theater that uses Dolby  
Surround EX system.  
A.F.D. button: Press to set the receiver to  
automatically detect the type of audio signal being  
input and perform proper decoding (if necessary).  
MODE button: Press to activate the sound field  
selection mode.  
2CH button: Press to output sound from only the  
front (left and right) speakers.  
EQUALIZER button: Turns the equalizer effect on or off.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX buttons: Press to select CINEMA  
STUDIO EX A~C sound field.  
MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT button: Press to input the analog  
signal without digital processing. When this function is  
on, the equalizer and sound field (etc.) are turned off.  
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL buttons: Press to select  
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A~B sound field.  
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Se le ct in g a So u n d Fie ld  
So u n d fie ld in fo rm a t io n  
x STEREO MOVIE  
Creates a theater like environment from movies recorded  
with stereo soundtracks.  
x NORMAL SURROUND  
Software with multi channel surround audio signals is  
played back according to the way it was recorded.  
Software with 2 channel audio signals is decoded with  
Dolby Pro Logic to create surround effects.  
x V. MULTI DIMENSION1) (Virt u a l Mu lt i  
DCS  
Dim e n sio n )  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual  
surround speakers positioned higher than the listener  
from a single pair of actual surround speakers. This mode  
creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener  
at approximately a 30° angle of elevation.  
x CINEMA STUDIO EX A–C1)2)  
DCS  
Uses 3D sound imaging of V. MULTI DIMENSION to  
create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener  
from a single pair of actual surround speakers.  
You can reproduce the 6.1 channel surround sound by  
creating the virtual surround back speaker through the  
“VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1” playback function (qs on page  
26).  
• CINEMA STUDIO EX A reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s classic  
editing studio.  
x VIRTUAL MULTI REAR1) (Virt u a l Mu lt i Re a r)  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual  
surround speakers from 1 set of actual surround speakers.  
DCS  
x V. SEMI M. DIMENSION1) (Virt u a l Se m i Mu lt i  
DCS  
Dim e n sio n )  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual surround  
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without  
using actual surround speakers. This mode creates 5 sets  
of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at a 30° angle  
of elevation.  
• CINEMA STUDIO EX B reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s mixing  
studio which is one of the most up-to-date facilities in  
Hollywood.  
• CINEMA STUDIO EX C reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s BGM  
recording studio.  
x VIRTUAL ENHANCED A1) (Virt u a l En h a n ce d  
DCS  
Su rro u n d A)  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual  
surround speakers from the sound of the front speakers  
without using actual surround speakers.  
x SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A–C1)  
DCS  
Uses 3D sound imaging of V. SEMI M. DIMENSION to  
create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener  
from the sound of the front speakers (without using actual  
surround speakers).  
You can reproduce the 6.1 channel surround sound by  
creating the virtual surround back speaker through the  
“VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1” playback function (qs on page  
26).  
• SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s classic  
editing studio.  
• SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX B reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s mixing  
studio which is one of the most up-to-date facilities in  
Hollywood.  
x VIRTUAL ENHANCED B1) (Virt u a l En h a n ce d  
DCS  
Su rro u n d B)  
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 1 set of virtual surround  
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without  
using actual surround speakers.  
x DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A, B2)  
Reproduces the acoustics of a concert hall using multi-  
speaker system and 3D sound imaging for software with 2  
channel signals like CDs.  
• DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A reproduces the sonic  
character of the CONCERTGEBOUW in Amsterdam,  
which is famous for its large sound stage due to its  
reflectivity.  
• DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B reproduces the sonic  
character of the MUSIKVEREIN in Vienna, which is  
famous for its hall resonance and unique reverberative  
sound.  
• SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX C reproduces the sound  
characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s BGM  
recording studio.  
x NIGHT THEATER  
Allows you to retain a theater like environment while  
listening at low volume levels, such as late at night.  
x CHURCH  
Reproduces the acoustics of a stone church.  
x MONO MOVIE  
Creates a theater like environment from movies with  
monaural soundtracks.  
x OPERA HOUSE  
Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house.  
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x JAZZ CLUB  
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.  
Use the buttons on the front panel to operate the  
following modes.  
x DISCO/CLUB  
A.F.D. (Auto Format Decoding)  
Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque/dance club.  
Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input  
(Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard 2  
channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if  
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was  
recorded/encoded, without adding any effects (e.g.  
reverberation.)  
x LIVE HOUSE  
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.  
x ARENA  
Reproduces the acoustics of a 1000-seat concert hall.  
2CH (2 Channel)  
x STADIUM  
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.  
Outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers  
only. Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely  
bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel  
surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.  
x GAME  
Obtains maximun audio impact from video game  
software.  
MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT (Multi/2 CH Analog Direct)  
The analog input signal is not digitally processed. You can  
enjoy high quality analog source. Only volume control  
and the front speaker balance can be adjusted when set to  
2CH A. DIRECT. When set to MULTI DIRECT, you can  
adjust balance and level of all the speakers. When this  
function is on, the equalizer, sound field (etc.) are turned  
off.  
When headphones are connected, you can select the  
following sound fields only:  
x HEADPHONE (2CH)  
Outputs the sound in 2 channel (stereo).  
Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the  
sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats  
are downmixed to 2 channel.  
Note  
No sound is output from the sub woofer when the 2 CHANNEL  
mode is selected. To listen to two channel (stereo) sources using  
the front left and right speakers and a sub woofer, use the AUTO  
FORMAT DECODING mode.  
x HEADPHONE (DIRECT)  
Outputs the analog signals without digital processing by  
the equalizer, sound field, etc.  
x HEADPHONE THEATER  
Allows you to experience a theater like environment  
while listening through a pair of headphones.  
1) “VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual speakers.  
However, turning the SURROUND menu “VIR. SPEAKERS”  
parameter off when using “CINEMASTUDIO EX A~C” or  
“SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A~C” reproduces the sound  
characteristics of each cinema production studio without  
virtual speakers.  
2) You can select by pressing the buttons on the front panel.  
Notes  
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause  
increased noise in the play back signal.  
• When listening to sound fields that employ the virtual  
speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming  
directly from the surround speakers.  
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Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays  
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OPTCOAXMULTI CH IN  
L.F.E.  
SW  
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MEMORY  
SLEEP  
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DTS MPEG  
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SP.OFF D.RANGE EQ PRO LOGIC  
L.F.E.  
1 OPT  
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Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal  
being input through the OPTICAL terminal.  
Lights up when the disc being played contains the LFE  
(Low Frequency Effect) channel. When the sound of  
the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced,  
the bars underneath the letters lights up to indicate the  
level. Since the LFE signal is not recorded in all parts  
of the input signal the bar indication will fluctuate  
(and may turn off) during playback.  
2 COAX  
Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal  
being input through the COAXIAL terminal.  
3 MULTI CH IN  
Lights up when MULTI CH IN is selected.  
8 SW  
Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to “YES”  
4 MPEG  
(page 19) and the audio signal is output from the  
SUB WOOFER jack(s).  
Lights up when MPEG signals are input.  
Note  
9 Playback channel indicators  
Only the front 2 channels are compatible with MPEG  
format. Multi channel surround sound is downmixed  
and output from the front 2 channels.  
The letters light up to indicate the channels being  
played back. The boxes around the letters vary to  
show how the receiver downmixes the source sound  
(based on the speakers setting). When using sound  
fields like “DIGITAL CONCERT HALL”, the receiver  
adds reverberation based on the source sound.  
5 ; DIGITAL  
This indicator lights up when the receiver is decoding  
signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format.  
L: Front Left  
R: Front Right  
C: Center (monaural)  
SR: Surround Right  
SL: Surround Left  
6 PRO LOGIC  
Lights when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing  
to two channel signals in order to output the center  
and surround channel signals.*  
* However, this indicator does not light if the center and surround  
speakers are set to “NO”, or the SPEAKERS button is set to  
OFF and the A.F.D. or NORMAL SURROUND sound fields  
are selected.  
S: Surround (monaural or the surround components  
obtained by Pro Logic processing)  
SB: Surround Back (the surround back components  
obtained by 6.1 matrix decoding)  
Example:  
Recording format (Front/Surround): 3/2  
Output channel: Surround speakers absent  
Sound Field: A.F.D.  
Note  
Pro Logic decoding does not function for MPEG  
format signals.  
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q;  
OPTCOAXMULTI CH IN  
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qh qg qf qd  
qa  
q; Tuner indicators  
These indicators light up when using the receiver to  
tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 42 – 45 for tuner  
operations.  
qa SLEEP  
Lights up when sleep timer is activated.  
qs EQ  
Lights when the equalizer functions.  
qd D. RANGE  
Lights up when dynamic range compression is active.  
See page 35 to adjust the dynamic range compression.  
qf DTS  
Lights up when DTS signals are input.  
Note  
When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you  
have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE  
is NOT set to ANALOG (see q; on page 25).  
qg SP. OFF  
Lights up when headphone is inserted or the  
SPEAKERS button is set to OFF.  
qh ;  
Lights up when Dolby Digital signals are input.  
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Customizing Sound Fields  
By adjusting the surround parameters and the  
equalization of the front, center, surround and surround  
back speakers, you can customize the sound fields to suit  
your particular listening situation.  
Effect level (EFFECT)  
Initial setting : (depends on sound mode)  
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the current surround  
effect.  
Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored  
in the memory indefinitely. You can change a customized  
sound field any time by making new adjustments to the  
parameters.  
Wall type (WALL S_I_H)  
Initial setting : Midpoint  
Lets you control the level of the high frequencies to alter  
the sonic character of your listening environment by  
simulating a softer (S) or harder (H) wall. The midpoint  
designates a neutral wall (made of wood).  
See the table on pages 37 – 41 for the parameters available  
in each sound field.  
Reverberation (REVERB S_I_L)  
Initial setting : Midpoint  
To get the most from multi channel  
surround sound  
Lets you control the spacing of the early reflections to  
simulate a sonically longer (L) or shorter (S) room. The  
midpoint designates a standard room with no adjustment.  
Position your speakers and do the procedures described  
in “Multi Channel Surround Setup” starting from page 17  
before you customize a sound field.  
Front reverberation (FRONT REVERB)  
Initial setting : STD  
This parameter can be used when “DIGITAL CONCERT  
HALL A, B” is selected. This parameter lets you adjust the  
amount of reverberations to add to the front signals  
according to the original reverberations in the source.  
• To increase front reverberations, select “WET”.  
• To decrease front reverberations, select “DRY”.  
Adjusting the surround parameters  
The SURR menu contains parameters that let you  
customize various aspects of the current sound field. The  
settings available in this menu are stored individually for  
each sound field.  
Screen depth (SCEEN DEPTH)  
Initial setting : MID  
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi  
channel surround sound.  
In a movie theater, sound seems to come from inside the  
image reflected on the movie screen. This parameter  
allows you to create the same sensation in your listening  
room by shifting the sound of the front speakers “into”  
the screen. “DEEP” provides the greatest amount of  
screen depth.  
2 Press SURR.  
The button lights up and the first parameter is  
displayed.  
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
Virtual speaker (VIR. SPEAKERS)  
Initial setting : ON  
Allows you turn the virtual speakers created by the  
CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B, C and SEMI CINEMA  
STUDIO EX A, B, C sound fields off or on.  
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want.  
The setting is stored automatically.  
Pro Logic (PRO LOGIC)  
Initial setting : AUTO  
Lets you specify the Pro Logic decoding setting.  
• When set to “AUTO”, the receiver performs PRO  
LOGIC decoding if Dolby surround encoded flag is ON  
or if Pro Logic decoding produces a better sound field.  
• When set to “ON”, the receiver performs PRO LOGIC  
decoding on surround signals, regardless of the Dolby  
surround encoded flag.  
• When set to “OFF”, the receiver does not perform PRO  
LOGIC decoding.  
Note  
Pro Logic decoding does not function for MPEG format signals.  
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Low Frequency Effect (LFE MIX XXX dB)  
Initial setting : 0 dB  
Adjusting the level parameters  
The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let you adjust  
the balance and speaker volumes of each speaker. The  
settings available in this menu are applied to all sound  
fields.  
Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low Frequency  
Effect) channel output from the sub woofer without  
affecting the level of the bass frequencies sent to the sub  
woofer from the front, center or surround channels via the  
Dolby Digital or DTS bass redirection circuitry.  
• For LFE mix level, “0 dB” outputs the full LFE signal at  
the mix level determined by the recording engineer.  
• To mute the sound of the LFE channel from the sub  
woofer, select “OFF”. However, the low frequency  
sounds of the front, center, or surround speakers are  
output from the sub woofer according to the settings  
made for each speaker in the speaker setup (page 17-  
19).  
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi  
channel surround sound.  
2 Press LEVEL.  
The button lights up and the first parameter is  
displayed.  
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
Dynamic range compressor (D. RANGE COMP.)  
Initial setting : OFF  
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track.  
This may be useful when you want to watch movies at  
low volumes late at night. We recommend using the  
“MAX” setting.  
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want.  
The setting is stored automatically.  
Front balance (FRONT L_I_R)  
Initial setting : Center  
• To reproduce the sound track with no compression,  
select “OFF”.  
Lets you adjust the balance between the front left and  
right speakers.  
• To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic range  
intended by the recording engineer, select “STD”.  
• To compress the dynamic range in small steps to  
achieve the sound you desire, select “0.1”–”0.9”.  
• To reproduce a dramatic compression of the dynamic  
range, select “MAX”.  
Surround balance (SURROUND L_I_R)  
Initial setting : Center  
Lets you adjust the balance between the surround left and  
right speakers.  
Center level (CENTER LEVEL XXX dB)  
Initial setting : 0 dB  
Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.  
Note  
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital  
sources only.  
Surround level (SURROUND LEVEL XXX dB)  
Initial setting : 0 dB  
Lets you adjust level of the surround (left and right)  
speakers.  
Surround back level (SURR BACK LEVEL XXX dB)  
Initial setting : 0 dB  
Lets you adjust the level of the surround back speaker.  
Sub woofer level (S. WOOFER LEVEL XXX dB)  
Initial setting : 0 dB  
Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.  
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Customizing Sound Fields  
Adjusting the equalizer  
Center speaker treble adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of treble.  
The EQ menu lets you adjust the equalization of the front,  
center, surround, and surround back speakers. The  
settings are stored individually for each sound field.  
Surround speaker bass adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass.  
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi  
channel surround sound.  
Surround speaker treble adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of treble.  
2 Press EQ.  
The button lights up and the first parameter is  
displayed.  
Surround back speaker bass adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass.  
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the  
parameter (gain (dB), bandwidth, frequency (Hz))  
you want to adjust.  
Surround back speaker treble adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of treble.  
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want.  
The setting is entered automatically.  
Level (dB)  
Resetting customized sound fields to the  
factory settings  
Frequency (Hz)  
1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off the power.  
To turn on/ off the equalizer  
2 Hold down SOUND FIELD MODE and press ?/1.  
“S.F Initialize” appears in the display and all sound  
fields are reset at once.  
Press EQUALIZER. The EQ indicator in the display lights  
up when the equalizer is turned on. When you adjust the  
equalizer using the EQ parameters, the settings are stored  
separately for each sound field and can be reproduced  
whenever you turn on the equalizer.  
Front speaker bass adjustment (Level/ Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass.  
Front speaker midrange adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of midrange.  
Front speaker treble adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of treble.  
Center speaker bass adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass.  
Center speaker midrange adjustment (Level/  
Frequency)  
Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of midrange.  
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field  
The adjusted SURR and EQ parameters are stored in each sound field. The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all  
the sound fields.  
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LOGIC  
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SCREEN  
DEPTH  
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SPEAKERS  
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CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX B  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
NIGHT THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
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DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A  
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HEADPHONE THEATER  
MULTI CH IN  
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Customizing Sound Fields  
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)  
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SURR  
BAL  
CENTER  
LEVEL  
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LEVEL  
SURR BACK SUB WOOFER  
LFE  
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MIX1)  
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CINEMA STUDIO EX A  
CINEMA STUDIO EX B  
CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX B  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
NIGHT THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
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DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A  
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1) These parameters may not operate depending on the source or adjustments. For details, see each item in “Adjusting the level  
parameters” (page 35).  
2) When these sound fields are selected, there is no sound output from the SUB WOOFER terminal if your front speaker size is set to  
“LARGE”. However, sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains L.F.E. signals.  
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)  
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CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX A  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX B  
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
NIGHT THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
STEREO MOVIE  
V. MULTI DIMENSION  
VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
V. SEMI M. DIMENSION  
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A  
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B  
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A  
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B  
CHURCH  
OPERA HOUSE  
JAZZ CLUB  
DISCO/CLUB  
LIVE HOUSE  
ARENA  
STADIUM  
GAME  
HEADPHONE (2CH)  
HEADPHONE (DIRECT)  
HEADPHONE THEATER  
MULTI CH IN  
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)  
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HEADPHONE THEATER  
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)  
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You can tune in stations on this receiver in the following  
ways:  
Receiving  
Broadcasts  
Direct Tuning  
You can enter a frequency of the station you want directly  
by using the numeric buttons on the supplied remote (see  
page 44).  
Automatic Tuning  
This chapter describes how to receive  
FM or AM broadcasts and how to  
preset selected stations.  
If you don’t know the frequency of the station you want,  
you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your  
area (see page 44).  
Preset Tuning  
After you have tuned in stations using Direct Tuning or  
Automatic Tuning, you can preset them to the receiver  
(see page 45). Then you can tune in any of the stations  
directly by entering its 2-character code (see page 45). Up  
to 30 FM or AM stations can be preset. The receiver will  
also scan all the stations that you have preset (see page  
45).  
Before you begin, make sure you have:  
• Connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see  
page 5).  
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PRESET TUNING +/–  
TUNING +/–  
Brief descriptions of buttons used to  
receive broadcasts  
MEMORY  
PRESET TUNING +/– buttons: Press to scan all preset  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
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radio stations.  
DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
TUNING +/– buttons: Press to scan all available radio  
stations.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
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PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
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FM  
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INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
FM MODE button: If “STEREO” flashes in the display  
and the FM stereo reception is poor, press this button to  
improve the sound. You will not be able to enjoy stereo  
effect but the sound will be less distorted.  
AM  
FM  
FM MODE  
FUNCTION  
SHIFT  
Note  
AV  
? / 1  
? / 1  
If “STEREO” does not appear at all even when the FM broadcast  
is received normally, press this button to turn on the “STEREO”  
indication.  
SLEEP  
USE MODE  
SYSTEM  
STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD  
TV/SAT  
PHONO  
AUX  
MD/TAPE CD/SACD TUNER  
FM: Press to select the FM band.  
AV1  
AV2  
3RD  
2ND ROOM  
MONITOR  
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AM: Press to select the AM band.  
Numeric buttons  
(SOURCE)  
TV/VIDEO  
INPUT MODE  
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MODE  
AUDIO  
SPLIT  
MEMORY button: Uses for memorizing preset stations.  
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DISC  
CLEAR  
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ENTER  
SHIFT button: Press to select a memory page (A, B, or C)  
D.TUNING  
D.TUNING  
/11  
/10  
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JUMP  
for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations.  
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POSITION SWAP  
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MULTI/2CH  
A. DIRECT  
EQ/TONE  
On the remote:  
D. TUNING: Press this button to enter a frequency directly  
using the numeric buttons.  
TITLE  
GUIDE  
AV  
MENU  
ON  
MUTING  
SCREEN  
MASTER  
VOL  
MAIN  
MENU  
ENTER/  
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EXIT/  
RETURN  
Numeric buttons: Press to enter a numeric value when  
inputting the frequency directly, presetting radio stations,  
or tuning to preset stations.  
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Direct Tuning  
Automatic Tuning  
For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief  
descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on  
page 43.  
For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief  
descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on  
page 43.  
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
2 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band.  
2 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band.  
3 Press D.TUNING on the remote.  
3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.  
Press the + button to scan from low to high; press the –  
button to scan from high to low.  
4 Press the numeric buttons on the remote to enter  
the frequency.  
The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is  
received.  
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz  
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band  
Scanning is repeated in the same direction.  
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Example 2: AM 1350 kHz  
(You don’t have to enter the last “0” when the tuning interval  
is set to 10 kHz)  
4 To continue scanning, press TUNING + or TUNING –  
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If you cannot tune in a station and the  
entered numbers flash  
Make sure you’ve entered the right frequency. If not,  
repeat Steps 3 and 4.  
If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not  
used in your area.  
5 If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust the  
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum  
reception.  
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to receive another station.  
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If you try to enter a frequency not covered by the tuning  
interval  
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down.  
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.  
Area code  
FM tuning scale  
AM tuning scale  
E2, E3  
50kHz  
9kHz (can be  
changed to 10kHz)*  
AU, CN, SP  
50kHz  
9kHz  
* To change the AM tuning scale, see page 55.  
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Preset Tuning  
For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief  
descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on  
page 43.  
Tuning to preset stations  
You can tune the preset stations either of the following  
two ways.  
Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset them by  
performing steps on “Presetting radio stations” below.  
Scanning the preset stations  
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
Presetting radio stations  
2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING –  
repeatedly to select the preset station you want.  
Each time you press the button, the receiver tunes in  
one preset station at a time, in the corresponding order  
and direction as follows:  
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using  
Direct Tuning or Automatic Tuning (page 44).  
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3 Press MEMORY.  
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds.  
Do Steps 4 to 6 before “MEMORY” goes out.  
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Using the preset codes  
4 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C).  
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A,” “B” or “C”  
appears in the display.  
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
5 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – to  
select a preset number.  
2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B, or C),  
then press the preset number of the station you  
want using the numeric buttons on the supplied  
remote.  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press the preset  
number, start again from Step 3.  
6 Press MEMORY again to store the station.  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you can store the  
station, start again from Step 3.  
7 Repeat Steps 2 to 6 to preset another station.  
To change a preset number to another station  
Do Steps 1 to 6 to preset the new station to the number.  
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Cursor buttons  
NAME  
Other  
Operations  
SET UP  
MASTER VOLUME  
+
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DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
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PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
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FM  
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INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
Jog dial  
ENTER  
FUNCTION  
Brief descriptions of buttons that appear  
in this chapter  
NAME button: Press to name preset stations or program  
sources.  
Jog dial: Use to select characters when naming preset  
stations or program sources.  
Cursor buttons (  
/
): Use to move the cursor when  
naming preset stations or program sources.  
FUNCTION control: Rotate to select the tuner or other  
source.  
SET UP button: Press to enter the set up mode.  
ENTER button: Press to enter the completed name of the  
preset station or program source.  
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Naming Preset Stations and  
Program Sources  
Recording  
Your receiver makes it easy to record to and from the  
components connected to it. You don’t have to connect  
the playback and recording components directly to each  
other: once you select a program source on the receiver,  
you can record and edit as you normally would using the  
controls on each component.  
You can enter a name (index name) of up to 8 characters  
for preset stations and program sources. These names (for  
example, “VHS”) appear in the receiver’s display when a  
station or program source is selected.  
Note that no more than one name can be entered for each  
preset station or program source.  
This function is useful for distinguishing components of  
the same kind. For example, two VCRs can be specified  
as “VHS” and “8mm,” respectively. It is also handy for  
identifying components connected to jacks meant for  
another type of component, for example, a second CD  
player connected to the MD/TAPE jacks.  
Before you begin, make sure you’ve connected all  
components properly.  
FUNCTION  
MASTER VOLUME  
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING  
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DISPLAY  
DIMMER  
SPEAKERS  
PHONES  
LEVEL  
SURR  
SET UP  
NAME  
MUTING  
CINEMA STUDIO EX  
B
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1 To name a preset station  
PRESET  
TUNING  
EQ  
+
TUNING  
FM  
+
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C
A
B
FUNCTION  
INPUT MODE  
MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
MODE  
MULTI /2CH A. DIRECT  
MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE  
AM  
EQUALIZER  
Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.  
The last station you received is tuned in.  
A.F.D.  
2CH  
ENTER  
To name a program source  
Select the program source (component) to be  
named, then go to Step 3.  
Recording component  
(tape deck, MD deck,  
VCR)  
Playback component  
(program source)  
2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an  
index name for.  
ç: Audio signal flow  
c: Video signal flow  
If you are not familiar with how to tune in preset  
stations, see “Tuning to preset stations” on page 45.  
3 Press NAME.  
Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc  
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the  
receiver. See the instruction manual of your cassette deck  
or MD deck if you need help.  
4 Create an index name by using the jog dial and  
cursor buttons:  
Turn the jog dial to select a character, then press  
move the cursor to the next position.  
to  
1 Select the component to be recorded.  
To insert a space  
Turn the jog dial until a blank space appears in the  
display.  
2 Prepare the component for playing.  
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.  
3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the recording deck  
If you’ve made a mistake  
and adjust the recording level, if necessary.  
Press  
or  
repeatedly until the character to be  
changed flashes, then turn the jog dial to select the  
right character.  
4 Start recording on the recording deck, then start  
playback on the playback component.  
5 Press ENTER.  
To assign index names to other stations  
Repeat Steps 2 to 5.  
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Recording  
Using the Sleep Timer  
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a  
specified time.  
Recording on a video tape  
You can record from a VCR, a TV, or an LD player using  
the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of  
audio sources when editing a video tape. See your VCR  
or LD player’s instruction manual if you need help.  
Press SLEEP on the remote while the power is on.  
Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown  
below.  
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1 Select the program source to be recorded.  
2 Prepare the component for playing.  
For example, insert the laser disc you want to record  
into the LD player.  
The display dims after you have specified the time. While  
using Sleep Timer, “SLEEP” lights up in the display.  
Tips  
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1 or  
You can freely specify the time. After pressing SLEEP, specify  
the time you want using the jog dial and cursor buttons  
VIDEO 2) for recording.  
(
or ) on the receiver. The sleep time changes in 1 second  
4 Start recording on the recording VCR, then start  
playing the video tape or laser disc you want to  
record.  
intervals. You can specify up to 5 hours.  
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press  
SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display.  
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You can record the sound from any audio source onto a  
video tape while recording from a video tape or laser disc  
Locate the point where you want to start recording from another  
audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The  
audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of  
the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium.  
To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the  
video source again.  
Notes  
• Please be sure to make both digital and analog connections to  
the TV/SAT and DVD/LD inputs. Analog recording is not  
possible if you only make digital connections.  
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this  
case, you may not be able to record from the sources.  
You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component  
connected to the analog MD/TAPE OUT jacks. To record a  
digital audio signal, connect a digital component to the  
DIGITAL MD/TAPE OUT jacks.  
• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the  
MD/TAPE OUT jacks.  
• When MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT is set to MULTI DIRECT, audio  
signals are not output from REC OUT jacks.  
• No signals output from DIGITAL OUT jacks (MD/TAPE  
OPTICAL OUT) when you set MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT to 2CH  
A. DIRECT.  
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Ad ju st m e n t Usin g t h e SET UP Bu t t o n  
The SET UP button allows you to make the following  
adjustments other than specifying the speaker parameters.  
So u n d Fie ld Lin k  
When set to “ON”, the sound field that was last applied to  
a program source is automatically applied whenever it is  
selected. For example, if you listen to CD with STADIUM  
as the sound field, change to a different program source,  
then return to CD, STADIUM will be applied again. If you  
do not want to use this function, set to “OFF”. The default  
setting is “ON”.  
6.1 CH DECODING  
This parameter lets you enjoy the appropriate surround  
sound from the surround channels. The default setting is  
“AUTO”.  
1 Press SET UP.  
1 Press SET UP.  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “S.  
“6.1 CH DECODING”.  
FIELD LINK.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF.  
Notes  
You can set this parameter using 6.1 CH DECODING on the  
front panel.  
Ad ju st in g t h e CONTROL A1 a u t o p o w e r  
o n  
• When set to “AUTO”, the receiver performs 6.1 channel matrix  
decoding only if 6.1 channel signals decode flag is ON.  
• When set to “ON”, the receiver performs 6.1 channel matrix  
decoding only if the surround signals are 2 channel, regardless  
of the 6.1 channel decode flag.  
• When set to “OFF”, the receiver does not perform 6.1 channel  
matrix decoding.  
• During “A.F.D.” this parameter is always set to “AUTO”, and  
you cannot change the setting.  
• When the 6.1 channel matrix decoding is performed and the  
surround back speaker is set to “NO”, you can enjoy the  
surround back signals with Virtual 3D technology, even  
without an actual surround back speaker (the box arround SB  
does not light up). If the surround back speaker is set to “YES”,  
the surround back signals are output through the actual  
Lets you turn on the receiver automatically when the  
component connected via CONTROL A1 cords (see page  
12) is turned on and the playback is started.  
When set to “OFF”, you can save the power consumption  
of the receiver during standby mode. The default setting  
is “ON”.  
1 Press SET UP.  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “AI  
AUTO POWER”.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF.  
speaker (  
SB  
lights up). Please note that you can set the  
surround back speaker only when the center speaker is set to  
“NO” (page 18).  
Ad ju st in g t h e CONTROL A1 a u t o  
fu n ct io n  
Lets you switch the function of this receiver to the Sony  
components connected via CONTROL A1 cords (see page  
12) automatically when the connected component is set to  
play mode. The default setting is “ON”.  
Mu lt i ch a n n e l a ssig n m e n t  
Lets you assign a function to MULTI CH. You cannot  
assign TUNER or PHONO.  
1 Press SET UP.  
1 Press SET UP.  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “AUTO  
“MULTI CH”.  
FUNCTION”.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “NONE”, “VIDEO 1”,  
VIDEO 2”, “DVD/LD”, “TV/SAT”, “MD/TAPE” and  
CD/SACD”.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF.  
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Recording  
CONTROL A1 Control  
System  
Getting Started  
Selecting the command mode of the  
remote  
This section explains the basic functions of the  
CONTROL A1 Control System. Certain components  
have special functions, like “CD Synchro Dubbing” on  
cassette decks, that require CONTROL A1  
connections. For detailed information regarding  
specific operations, be sure to also refer to the  
Operating Instructions supplied with your  
component(s).  
Lets you select the command mode of the remote. Change  
the command mode when you use 2 Sony receivers in the  
same room. The default setting is “AV1”. For details, see  
“Selecting the mode of the remote” on page 61.  
1 Press SET UP.  
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select  
“COMMAND MODE”.  
The CONTROL A1 Control System was designed to  
simplify the operation of audio systems composed of  
separate Sony components. CONTROL A1 connections  
provide a path for the transmission of control signals  
which enable automatic operation and control features  
usually associated with integrated systems.  
3 Turn the jog dial to select “AV1” or “AV2”.  
Currently, CONTROL A1 connections between a Sony  
CD player, amplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette  
deck provide automatic function selection and  
synchronized recording.  
In the future the CONTROL A1 connection will work as  
a multifunction bus allowing you to control various  
functions for each component.  
Notes  
• The CONTROLA1 Control System is designed to maintain  
upward compatibility as the Control System is upgraded to  
handle new functions. In this case, however, older components  
will not be compatible with the new functions.  
• Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the  
CONTROL A1 jacks are connected via a PC interface kit to a  
personal computer running “MD Editor” or similar application.  
Also, do not operate the connected component in a manner  
contrary to the functions of the application, as this may cause  
the application to operate incorrectly.  
CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1 compatibility  
The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the  
CONTROL A1 which is the standard system in the SONY  
300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components.  
Components with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with  
components with CONTROL A1 , and can be connected to  
each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available  
with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with  
the CONTROL A1 control system.  
However, when making connections between components  
with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL  
A1 jacks, the number of functions that can be controlled  
may be limited depending on the component. For detailed  
information, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with  
the component(s).  
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Connections  
Basic Functions  
Connect monaural (2P) mini-plug cords in series to the  
CONTROL A1 jacks on the back of each component. You  
can connect up to ten CONTROL A1 compatible  
components in any order. However, you can connect only  
one of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD player, 1 MD  
deck, 1 tape deck and 1 receiver).  
(You may be able to connect more than one CD player or  
MD deck, depending on the model. Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the respective component for  
details.)  
The CONTROL A1 functions will operate as long as the  
component you want to operate is turned on, even if all of  
the other connected components are not turned on.  
Automatic function selection  
When you connect a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony  
amplifier (or receiver) to other Sony components using  
monaural mini-plug cords, the function selector on the  
amplifier (or receiver) automatically switches to the  
correct input when you press the play button on one of  
the connected components.  
Example  
Notes  
You must connect a CONTROLA1 compatible amplifier  
(receiver) using a monaural mini-plug cord in order to take  
advantage of the automatic function selection feature.  
• This function only works when the components are connected  
to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on  
the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the  
names of the function buttons. In this case, refer to the  
Operating Instructions supplied with the receiver.  
• When recording, do not play any components other than the  
recording source. It will cause the automatic function selection  
to operate.  
Amplifier  
(Receiver)  
CD  
MD  
Tape  
Other  
player deck deck component  
In the CONTROL A1 control system, the control signals  
flow both ways, so there is no distinction of IN and OUT  
jacks. If a component has more than one CONTROL A1  
jack, you can use either one, or connect different  
components to each jack.  
CONTROL A1  
Synchronized recording  
This function lets you conduct synchronized recording  
between the selected source and recorder components.  
CONTROL A1  
1 Set the function selector on the amplifier (or  
CD player  
receiver) to the source component.  
2 Set the source component to pause mode (make  
sure both the N and X indicators light together).  
MD deck  
3 Set the recorder component to the REC-PAUSE  
On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections  
mode.  
It is possible to make connections between CONTROL A1  
and CONTROL A1 jacks. For details regarding  
particular connections or setup options, refer to the  
Operating Instructions supplied with the component(s).  
4 Press PAUSE on the recorder component.  
The source component is released from the pause  
mode, and recording begins shortly thereafter.  
When playback ends from the source component,  
recording stops.  
About the connecting cord  
Some CONTROL A1 compatible components are supplied  
with a connecting cord as an accessory. In this case, use  
the connecting cord for your connection.  
When using a commercially available cord, use a  
monaural (2P) mini-plug cord less than 2 meters long,  
with no resistance (like the Sony RK-G69HG).  
Notes  
• Do not set more than one component to the pause mode.  
• Certain recorder components may be equipped with a special  
synchronized recording function that uses the CONTROLA1  
Control System, like “CD Synchro Dubbing”. In this case, refer  
to the Operating Instructions supplied with the recorder  
component.  
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Troubleshooting  
Additional  
Information  
If you experience any of the following difficulties while  
using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help  
you remedy the problem. Also, see “Checking the  
connections” on page 22 to verify that the connections are  
correct. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest  
Sony dealer.  
There’s no sound or only a very low-level sound  
is heard.  
, Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
, Make sure that you’ve selected the correct  
component on the receiver.  
, Press SPEAKERS button if SP. OFF appears on the  
display.  
, Check that the headphones are not connected to  
the PHONES jack.  
, Press MUTING if MUTING appears on the display.  
, The protective device on the receiver has been  
activated because of a short circuit. Turn off the  
receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and  
turn on the power again.  
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or  
reversed.  
, Check that the speakers and components are  
connected correctly and securely.  
, Adjust front balance parameter in the LEVEL  
menu.  
Severe hum or noise is heard.  
, 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 (10 feet)  
away from a TV set or fluorescent light.  
, Move your TV away from the audio components.  
, Make sure you’ve grounded U SIGNAL GND  
terminal (only when a turntable is connected).  
, The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a  
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.  
There is intermittent sound from a digital source.  
, Make sure signals with 96 kHz sampling  
frequencies are input to the DVD/LD IN OPTICAL  
or COAXIAL jacks.  
No sound is heard from the center speaker.  
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press  
SOUND FIELD MODE).  
, Select the appropriate center mode (see pages  
29 – 31).  
, Adjust the speaker volume (see page 21).  
, Make sure the center speaker size parameter is set  
to either SMALL or LARGE (see page 18).  
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No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard  
from the surround speakers.  
The surround effect cannot be obtained.  
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press  
SOUND FIELD MODE).  
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press  
SOUND FIELD MODE).  
, Select the appropriate center mode (see pages  
29 – 31).  
, Adjust the speaker volume (see page 21).  
, Make sure the surround speaker size parameter is  
set to either SMALL or LARGE (see page 18).  
Nothing appears on the display  
, When the display turns off after the receiver is  
turned on, press DIMMER to change the display  
mode.  
No picture or an unclear picture appears on the  
TV screen or monitor.  
No sound is heard from the sub woofer.  
, Make sure the sub woofer is set to YES (see page  
, Select the appropriate function on the receiver.  
, Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
, Move your TV away from the audio components.  
19).  
, Check that 2CH mode has not been selected (see  
page 31).  
The remote does not function.  
, Point the remote at the remote sensor g on the  
receiver.  
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not  
reproduced.  
, Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in  
Dolby Digital or DTS format.  
, Remove any obstacles in the path between the  
remote and the receiver.  
, When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the  
digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio  
setting (settings for the audio output) of the  
connected component.  
, Replace both batteries in the remote with new  
ones, if they are weak.  
, Make sure you select the correct function on the  
remote.  
, If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use the  
remote to select a source or component other than  
TV before operating the receiver or other  
component.  
Recording cannot be done.  
, Check that the components are connected correctly.  
, Select the source component by rotating  
FUNCTION control.  
, When recording from a digital component, make  
sure the input mode is set to ANALOG 2CH  
FIXED (see page 25) before recording with a  
component connected to the analog MD/TAPE  
terminals.  
Reference sections for clearing the  
receiver’s memory  
To clear  
See  
All memorized settings  
Customized sound fields  
page 16  
page 36  
, When recording from a digital component, make  
sure the input mode is set to COAXIAL FIXED or  
OPTICAL FIXED (see page 25) before recording  
with the component connected to the DIGITAL  
MD/TAPE OUT terminals.  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
, Check that the antennas are connected securely.  
Adjust the antennas and connect an external  
antenna 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)  
(see pages 44 and 55).  
, No stations have been preset or the preset stations  
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset  
stations). Preset the stations (see page 45).  
, Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in  
the display.  
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Specifications  
Frequency response  
PHONO: RIAA  
Outputs  
MD/TAPE (OUT);  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,  
(AUDIO OUT):  
Voltage: 250 mV,  
Impedance: 10  
kilohms  
SUB WOOFER:  
Voltage: 2 V  
Impedance: 1  
kilohms  
PHONES:  
Amplifier section  
POWER OUTPUT  
equalization curve  
0.5 dB  
MULTI CH IN,  
CD/SACD,  
Models of area code SP, AU, E2/E3  
Rated Power Output at Stereo mode  
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
0.7%)  
MD/TAPE,  
100 W + 100 W  
DVD/LD, TV/SAT,  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2:  
10 Hz - 50 kHz  
+ 0.5/–2 dB (with  
sound field and  
equalizer bypassed)  
Reference Power Output  
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
10%)  
Accepts low- and  
high-impedance  
headphones  
Front1): 110 W/ch  
Center1): 110 W  
Surround1): 110 W/ch  
Inputs (Analog)  
PHONO:  
EQ  
BASS:  
Models of area code CN  
Rated Power output at stereo mode  
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
0.7%)  
Sensitivity: 4.0 mV  
Impedance:  
99 Hz~1.0 kHz  
(21 steps)  
MID:  
198 Hz~10 kHz  
(37 steps)  
TREBLE:  
50 kilohms  
S/N2): 86 dB  
90 W + 90 W  
(at 220 V AC, 50 Hz)  
100 W + 100 W  
(A, 4.0 mV3))  
MULTI CH IN,  
CD/SACD,  
1.0 kHz~10 kHz  
(23 steps)  
(at 230 V AC, 50 Hz)  
DVD/LD,  
MD/TAPE, TV/SAT,  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2:  
Sensitivity: 250 mV  
Impedance: 50  
kilohms  
Gain levels:  
+6/–10 dB, 1dB step  
Reference Power output  
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
10% at 230 V AC, 50  
Hz)  
Sampling Frequency  
48 kHz (TV/SAT,  
Front1): 110 W/ch  
Center1): 110 W  
S/N2): 96 dB  
(A, 250 mV3))  
MD/TAPE,  
OPTICAL IN)  
96 kHz (DVD/LD  
OPTICAL IN,  
COAXIAL IN)  
Surround1): 110 W/ch  
2) INPUT SHORT  
1) Depending on the sound field settings and  
sources, there may be no sound output.  
3) Weighted network, input level  
Inputs (Digital)  
DVD/LD (coaxial):  
Sensitivity: –  
Impedance: 75 ohms  
S/N: 100 dB (A, 20  
kHz LPF)  
DVD/LD, TV/SAT,  
MD/TAPE (optical):  
Sensitivity: –  
Impedance: –  
S/N: 100 dB (A, 20  
kHz LPF)  
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S/N  
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)  
Power consumption  
Models of area code  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
Harmonic distortion  
0.5 % (50 mV/m,  
AU, SP, CN, E2, E3:  
220 W  
In standby condition:  
0.9 W  
Antenna terminals  
400 Hz)  
75 ohms, unbalanced  
Selectivity  
At 9 kHz: 35 dB  
At 10 kHz: 40 dB  
Intermediate frequency  
AC outlets  
Models of area code  
AU, SP:  
10.7 MHz  
a) You can change the AM tuning interval to  
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station,  
turn off the receiver. Hold down the  
TUNING + button and press the 1/u  
button. All preset stations will be erased  
when you change the tuning interval. To  
reset the scale to 9 kHz, repeat the procedure.  
1 switched, total  
100 W maximum  
Models of area code  
CN, E2, E3:  
Sensitivity  
Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2  
µV/75 ohms  
Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 22.5  
µV/75 ohms  
2 switched, total  
100 W maximum  
Usable sensitivity  
11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms  
Dimensions  
430 × 157.5 × 369 mm  
(17 × 6 1/8 × 14 4/8 in.)  
including projecting  
parts and controls  
Video section  
S/N  
Mono: 76 dB  
Stereo: 70 dB  
Inputs  
Video: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
S-video:  
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms  
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz  
Mono: 0.3%  
Mass (Approx.)  
9.5 kg (20 lb. 16 oz.)  
Stereo: 0.5%  
Outputs  
Video: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
S-video:  
Supplied accessories  
See page 4.  
Separation  
45 dB at 1 kHz  
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 ohms  
Frequency response  
30 Hz - 15 kHz  
For details on the area code of the  
component you are using, see  
page 3.  
General  
+0.5/–2 dB  
System  
Tuner section:  
PLL quartz-locked  
digital synthesizer  
system  
Preamplifier section:  
Low-noise NF type  
equalizer  
Selectivity  
60 dB at 400 kHz  
The specification measured is under  
• 230 V AC 50 Hz condition (models  
of area code SP, CN)  
• 240 V AC 50 Hz condition (models  
of area code AU, E2, E3)  
AM tuner section  
Tuning range Models of area code  
AU, SP, CN  
Power amplifier  
section:  
531 - 1602 kHz (9 kHz  
step)  
Models of area code E2,  
E3  
Design and specifications are subject  
to change without notice.  
Pure-complementary  
SEPP  
530 - 1610 kHz (10 kHz  
step)a)  
Power requirements  
Models of area code  
531 - 1602 kHz (9 kHz  
step)a)  
AU:  
240 V AC, 50 Hz  
Antenna  
Loop antenna  
Models of area code SP,  
CN:  
Intermediate frequency  
220 - 230 V AC,  
50/60 Hz  
450 kHz  
Usable sensitivity  
Models of area code E2,  
E3:  
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz  
or 999 kHz)  
120/220/240 V AC,  
50/60 Hz  
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Glossary  
Surround sound  
Dolby Digital  
Sound that consists of three elements:  
direct sound, early reflected sound  
(early reflections) and reverberative  
sound (reverberation). The acoustics  
of the surrounding space affect the  
way these three sound elements are  
heard. Surround sound combines  
these sound elements in such a way  
that you actually can sense the size of  
the venue, as well as its type.  
This sound format for movie theaters  
is more advanced than Dolby Pro  
Logic Surround. In this format, the  
surround speakers output stereo  
sound with an expanded frequency  
range and a sub woofer channel for  
deep bass is independently provided.  
This format is also called “5.1”  
because the sub woofer channel is  
counted as 0.1 channel (since it  
functions only when a deep bass  
effect is needed). All six channels in  
this format are recorded separately to  
realize superior channel separation.  
Furthermore, since all the signals are  
processed digitally, less signal  
degradation occurs.  
• Types of sound  
Reverberation  
Early reflections  
Direct sound  
Digital Cinema Sound  
This is the generic name of the  
surround sound produced by digital  
signal processing technology  
developed by Sony. Unlike previous  
surround sound fields mainly  
directed at the reproduction of music,  
Digital Cinema Sound is designed  
specifically for the enjoyment of  
movies.  
Transition of sound from surround  
speakers  
Direct sound  
Level  
Early  
reflections  
Reverberation  
Time  
Early reflection time  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
As one method of decoding Dolby  
Surround, Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
produces four channels from two-  
channel sound. Compared with the  
former Dolby Surround system,  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround reproduces  
left-to-right panning more naturally  
and localizes sounds more precisely.  
To take full advantage of Dolby Pro  
Logic Surround, you should have one  
pair of surround speakers and a  
center speaker. The surround speakers  
output monaural sound.  
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Table of settings using SURR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP  
buttons  
You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURR, EQ, SET UP buttons, jog dial, and cursor buttons. The tables below  
show each of the settings that these buttons can make.  
Press  
Press  
or  
to select  
Turn jog dial to select  
Page  
SURR  
PRO LOGIC  
EFFECT  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
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depends on sound field (21 steps)  
–8 to +8 (1 increment steps)  
–8 to +8 (1 increment steps)  
DRY, WET, STD  
WALL S__I__H  
REVERB S__I__L  
FRONT REVERB  
SCREEN DEPTH  
DEEP, MID, OFF  
VIR. SPEAKERS  
ON, OFF  
LEVEL  
FRONT L__I__R  
–8 dB to +8 dB (1 dB steps)  
–8 dB to +8 dB (1 dB steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
OFF, –20 dB to 0 dB (1 dB steps)  
OFF, 0.1 to 0.9 (0.1 steps), STD, MAX  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
198 Hz to 10.0 kHz (37 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
1.0 kHz to 10 kHz (23 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
198 Hz to 10 kHz (37 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
1.0 kHz to 10 kHz (23 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
1.0 kHz to 10 kHz (23 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps)  
–10 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps)  
1.0 kHz to 10 kHz (23 steps)  
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SURROUND L__I__R  
CENTER LEVEL XXX dB  
SURROUND LEVEL XXX dB  
SURR BACK LEVEL XXX dB  
S. WOOFER LEVEL XXX dB  
LFE MIX XXX dB  
D. RANGE COMP.  
EQ  
FRONT BASS GAIN  
36  
FRONT BASS FREQUENCY  
FRONT MID GAIN  
FRONT MID FREQUENCY  
FRONT TREBLE GAIN  
FRONT TREBLE FREQUENCY  
CENTER BASS GAIN  
CENTER BASS FREQUENCY  
CENTER MID GAIN  
CENTER MID FREQUENCY  
CENTER TREBLE GAIN  
CENTER TREBLE FREQUENCY  
SURROUND BASS GAIN  
SURROUND BASS FREQUENCY  
SURROUND TREBLE GAIN  
SURROUND TREBLE FREQUENCY  
SURROUND BACK BASS GAIN  
SURROUND BACK BASS FREQUENCY  
SURROUND BACK TREBLE GAIN  
SURROUND BACK TREBLE FREQUENCY  
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Table of settings using SURR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons  
Press  
Press  
or  
to select  
Turn jog dial to select  
LARGE, SMALL  
Page  
SET UP button  
FRONT  
CENTER  
17  
LARGE, SMALL, NO  
LARGE, SMALL, NO  
LARGE, SMALL, NO  
YES, NO  
SURROUND  
SURR BACK  
SUB WOOFER  
FRONT XX.X meter  
1.0 meter (3 feet) to 12.0 meters (40 feet)  
(0.1 meter (1 foot) steps)  
CENTER XX.X meter  
1.0 meter (3 feet) to 12.0 meters (40 feet)  
(0.1 meter (1 foot) steps)  
SURROUND XX.X meter  
SURR BACK XX.X meter  
SUB WOOFER XX.X meter  
1.0 meter (3 feet) to 12.0 meters (40 feet)  
(0.1 meter (1 foot) steps)  
1.0 meter (3 feet) to 12.0 meters (40 feet)  
(0.1 meter (1 foot) steps)  
1.0 meter (3 feet) to 12.0 meters (40 feet)  
(0.1 meter (1 foot) steps)  
S.W PHASE  
NORMAL, REVERSE  
meter, feet  
DISTANCE UNIT  
SURR POSI.  
SIDE, MIDDLE, BEHIND  
HIGH, LOW  
SURR HEIGHT  
SURR BACK HGT.  
FRONT SP > XXX Hz1)  
CENTER SP > XXX Hz1)  
SURROUND SP > XXX Hz1)  
SURR BACK SP > XXX Hz1)  
LFE HIGH CUT > XXX Hz  
6.1CH DECODING  
MULTI CH  
HIGH, LOW  
40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)  
40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)  
40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)  
40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)  
40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps)  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
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NONE, Every functions (except for TUNER  
and PHONO)  
S.FIELD LINK  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
AV1, AV2  
A1 AUTO POWER  
AUTO FUNCTION  
COMMAND MODE  
1)  
When the speakers are set to SMALL only.  
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Remote Button Description  
You can use the remote to operate the components in your system. The tables below show the settings of each button.  
Remote Button  
Operations  
Function  
Remote Button  
Operations  
Function  
ENTER  
TV/VCR/SAT/ After selectig a channel,  
SLEEP  
Receiver  
Activates the sleep  
function and the  
duration which the  
receiver turns off  
automatically.  
Tape deck/  
LD player/  
VCD player/  
MD deck/  
DAT deck  
disc or track using the  
numeric buttons, press  
to enter the value.  
AV ?/1  
TV/VCR/  
Turns the audio and  
video components on or  
off.  
SHIFT  
Receiver  
Press repeatedly to select  
a memory page for  
presetting radio stations  
or tuning to preset  
stations.  
CD player/  
DVD player/  
MD deck/  
VCD player/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
D.TUNING  
Receiver  
Tuner station direct key-  
in mode.  
?/1  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Turns the receiver on or  
off.  
./>  
CD player/  
MD deck/  
Skips tracks.  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
DVD/LD  
TV/SAT  
AUX  
To watch VCR.  
(VTR mode 3)  
DVD player/  
LD player/  
VCD player/  
Tape deck/VCR/  
DAT deck  
To watch VCR.  
(VTR mode 1)  
To watch DVD or laser  
disc.  
m/M  
CD player/  
DVD player/  
VCD player  
Searches tracks  
(forward or backward).  
To watch TV programs or  
satellite receiver.  
MD deck/  
Fastforwards or rewinds.  
To listen to an audio  
equipment.  
Tape deck/VCR/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
MD/TAPE  
To listen to Minidisc or  
audio tape.  
n
N
Tape deck  
Starts play on the  
reverse side.  
CD/SACD  
TUNER  
Receiver  
Receiver  
To listen to compact disc.  
To listen to radio  
programs.  
CD player/  
MD deck/Tape  
deck/VCR/  
DVD player/  
VCD player/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
Starts play.  
PHONO  
AV 1  
Receiver  
Remote  
To listen to turntable.  
Select the mode of the  
remote.  
AV 2  
0-9  
X
CD player/  
MD deck/Tape  
deck/VCR/  
DVD player/  
VCD player/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
Pauses play or record.  
(Also starts recording  
with components in  
record standby.)  
Receiver  
Use with “SHIFT” button  
to select tuner preset  
station numeric input  
during DIRECT  
TUNING or MEMORY  
mode.  
CD player/  
MD deck/  
VCD player/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
Selects track numbers.  
0 selects track 10.  
x
CD player/  
MD deck/Tape  
deck/VCR/  
DVD player/  
VCD player/  
LD player/  
DAT deck  
Stops play.  
TV/VCR/SAT  
Selects channel numbers.  
>10  
CD player/  
MD deck/  
Tape deck/  
LD player/  
VCD player  
Selects tracks numbers  
over 10.  
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Remote Button Description  
Remote Button  
Operations  
Function  
Remote Button  
TEST TONE  
EQ/TONE  
Operations  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Function  
DISC  
CD player/  
VCD player  
Select discs (multi-disc  
changer only).  
Press to output test tone.  
EQ ON/OFF.  
D. SKIP/CH/  
PRESET +/–  
Receiver  
Scans and selects preset  
stations.  
MULTI /2CH  
A. DIRECT  
Selects MULTI CH IN  
and 2CH ANALOG  
DIRECT source.  
TV/VCR/SAT  
Selects preset channels.  
CD player/  
VCD player  
MD deck  
Skips discs (multi-disc  
changer only).  
MUTING  
Receiver  
Mutes the sound from  
the receiver.  
AV DISPLAY  
TV/VCR/  
Selects information  
displayed on the TV  
screen.  
MONITOR  
TV/VIDEO  
TV  
Press to activate TV  
control buttons. Press  
again to restore original  
category.  
LD player/  
DVD player/  
VCD player  
TITLE/GUIDE  
AV MENU  
DVD player  
VCR/SAT  
Displays title and guide.  
Displays menu.  
TV/VCR  
Selects input signal: TV  
input or video input.  
DVD player  
VCR/SAT  
SEARCH MODE  
CLEAR  
DVD player  
DVD player  
Selects searching mode.  
Press if you made a  
mistake when you press  
the number button.  
MAIN MENU  
Receiver  
Press this button  
repeatedly to select one  
of the five cursor  
modes: LEVEL,  
SURROUND, EQ,  
NAME and SET UP.  
VCD player  
TV  
Press to go back to the  
previous menu.  
WIDE  
-/--  
Selects the wide picture  
mode.  
U/u/I/i  
DVD player  
VCR/SAT  
Selects a menu item.  
TV/VCR  
Selects the channel  
entry mode, either  
one or two digit.  
U/u  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Selects a menu item.  
I/i  
Makes adjustment or  
change the setting.  
ANT TV/VTR  
VCR  
Selects output signal  
from the aerial terminal:  
TV signal or VCR  
program.  
ENTER /  
EXEC  
DVD player/  
VCR/SAT  
Enters the selection.  
EXIT/RETURN  
DVD player  
VCR/SAT  
Returns to the previous  
menu or exits the menu.  
JUMP  
TV  
TV  
Toggles between the  
previous and the current  
channels.  
MASTER VOL  
+/–  
Receiver  
Adjusts the master  
volume of the receiver.  
SUB CH +/–*  
Selects preset channels  
for the small picture.  
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function.  
VOL +/–  
TV  
TV  
Adjust the volume of TV.  
Notes  
POSITION*  
Changes the position of  
the small picture.  
• Some functions explained in this section may not work  
depending on the model of the receiver.  
• 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.  
• The /10, /11, /12, 3RD, VIDEO 3, 2ND ROOM, ON SCREEN,  
NIGHT MODE and AUDIO SPLIT functions are not available  
for set operation.  
MUTING  
(with PAUSE)  
TV  
Mutes the sound from  
TV.  
SWAP*  
TV  
Swaps the small and the  
large picture.  
P IN P*  
TV  
Activates the picture-in-  
picture function.  
INPUT MODE  
Receiver  
Selects input mode for  
your digital components.  
A. F. D.  
MODE +/–  
2CH  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Auto Format Decoding.  
Selects sound field mode.  
Selects 2CH mode.  
PRESET  
Selects CINEMA  
STUDIO EX A, B, C,  
DIGITAL CONCERT  
HALL A or B.  
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Selecting the mode of the remote  
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.  
Set the remote mode using the USE MODE button and the  
remote mode buttons.  
AV  
? / 1  
? / 1  
SLEEP  
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.  
USE MODE  
SYSTEM  
STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD  
TV/SAT  
PHONO  
AUX  
MD/TAPE CD/SACD TUNER  
AV1  
AV2  
3RD  
2ND ROOM  
MONITOR  
Note  
1
2
3
(SOURCE)  
When you assign a component to the MONITOR button, you can  
operate the programmed component without changing the  
function of the receiver.  
TV/VIDEO  
INPUT MODE  
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
SEARCH  
MODE  
AUDIO  
SPLIT  
WIDE  
ANT  
TV/VTR  
DISC  
CLEAR  
– /–  
SHIFT  
>10  
ENTER  
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing down USE MODE.  
D.TUNING  
/11  
/10  
/12  
JUMP  
The indicator lights.  
– SUB CH +  
POSITION SWAP  
m
M
.
>
D. SKIP/  
CH/PRESET  
MUTING  
P IN P  
VOL  
+
2 Press the function button (including MONITOR) for  
the component you want to control.  
For example, if you are going to control a CD player,  
press CD.  
X
x
n
N
SOUND FIELD 2CH  
A.F.D.  
MODE  
PRESET  
AV  
DISPLAY  
TEST  
TONE  
NIGHT  
MODE  
MULTI/2CH  
A. DIRECT  
EQ/TONE  
AV  
MENU  
ON  
SCREEN  
TITLE  
GUIDE  
MUTING  
MASTER  
VOL  
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.  
See the tables on pages 62 and 63 for 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.)  
MAIN  
MENU  
ENTER/  
EXEC  
EXIT/  
RETURN  
Selecting the command mode  
You can switch the command mode (AV1 or AV2) of the  
remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the  
remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate  
the receiver.  
4 Press ENTER.  
Once the numeric code has been verified, the indicator  
slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically  
exits the programming mode.  
Press 1 (AV1) (or 2 (AV2)) while pressing down USE  
MODE.  
The indicator lights once (twice for AV2), then the  
command mode switches.  
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other components.  
To check the mode of the remote  
Press USE MODE. You can check the remote by the  
indicator.  
To cancel programming  
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote  
automatically exits the programming mode.  
Mode  
AV1  
Indicator lights  
once  
z To activate the function after programming.  
Press the programmed button to activate the function you want.  
AV2  
twice  
z If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:  
• If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are  
weak. Replace both batteries.  
• If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession while  
entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. Start again  
from step 1.  
To reset the remote to factory settings  
Press ?/1, AV ?/1, and MASTER VOL – at the same  
time.  
The indicator lights 3 times, then goes off.  
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Remote Button Description  
Notes  
To control a CD player  
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed.  
• In step 2, if several function buttons are pressed, only the last  
pressed button is valid.  
• In step 3, if a function button is pressed, the new function is  
selected and the programming procedure returns to the  
beginning of step 3.  
Maker  
Code(s)  
SONY  
101, 102, 103  
104, 123  
105, 106, 107  
108, 109, 110  
111, 116  
DENON  
JVC  
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers entered are  
valid.  
KENWOOD  
MAGNAVOX  
MARANTZ  
ONKYO  
To clear the memory of the remote  
To clear all programmed and learned signals, do the  
following to reset the remote to factory settings.  
116  
112, 113, 114  
115  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the same  
time.  
116  
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.  
PIONEER  
TECHNICS  
YAMAHA  
117  
115, 118, 119  
120, 121, 122  
The numeric codes corresponding to the  
component and the maker of the component  
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.  
To control a DAT deck  
Maker  
Code(s)  
SONY  
203  
219  
PIONEER  
To control an MD deck  
Maker  
Code(s)  
Notes  
SONY  
301  
302  
303  
304  
• 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 functions on this remote may not be available when  
used with your particular component.  
DENON  
JVC  
KENWOOD  
To control a tape deck  
Maker  
Code(s)  
SONY  
201, 202  
204, 205  
206, 207, 208, 209  
210  
DENON  
KENWOOD  
NAKAMICHI  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
216  
211, 212  
213, 214  
215, 216  
217, 218  
PIONEER  
TECHNICS  
YAMAHA  
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To control an LD player  
To control a DVD player  
Maker  
Code(s)  
601, 602, 603  
606  
Maker  
Code(s)  
401  
SONY  
SONY  
PIONEER  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
PIONEER  
TOSHIBA  
DENON  
402, 406  
407  
To control a video CD player  
403  
Maker  
Code(s)  
404  
SONY  
605  
405  
To control a VCR  
Maker  
To control a TV  
Maker  
Code(s)  
Code(s)  
SONY  
701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706  
710, 750, 757, 758  
707, 708, 709, 759  
740  
SONY  
501  
AIWA  
DAEWOO  
FISHER  
504, 505, 506, 507, 515, 544  
508  
AKAI  
BLAUPUNKT  
EMERSON  
FISHER  
GOLDSTAR  
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
503, 511, 512, 515, 534, 544  
517, 534  
711, 712, 713, 714, 715, 716, 750  
717, 718, 719, 720  
513, 514, 515, 544  
521, 522  
GENERAL ELECTRIC 721, 722, 730  
ITT/NOKIA  
JVC  
GOLDSTAR  
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
723, 753  
516  
724  
MAGNAVOX  
MITSUBISHI/MGA  
NEC  
503, 518, 544  
503, 519, 544  
503, 520, 544  
509, 524  
722, 725, 729, 741  
717  
ITT/NOKIA  
JVC  
726, 727, 728, 736  
730, 731, 738  
732, 733, 734, 735  
736  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
MAGNAVOX  
MITSUBISHI/MGA  
NEC  
515, 518  
PIONEER  
RCA/PROSCAN  
SAMSUNG  
SANYO  
509, 525, 526, 540  
510, 527, 528, 529, 544  
503, 515, 531, 532, 533, 534, 544  
508, 545  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
729, 730, 737, 738, 739, 740  
729, 730, 731  
729  
PIONEER  
SHARP  
535  
RCA/PROSCAN  
SAMSUNG  
SANYO  
722, 729, 730, 731, 741, 747  
742, 743, 744, 745  
717, 720, 746  
748, 749  
TELEFUNKEN  
THOMSON  
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
523, 536, 537, 538  
530, 537, 539  
535, 540, 541  
542, 543  
SHARP  
TELEFUNKEN  
TOSHIBA  
751, 752  
To control a satellite tuner or cable box  
747, 755, 756  
754  
Maker  
Code(s)  
ZENITH  
SONY  
801, 802, 803  
JERROLD/G.I.  
PANASONIC  
RCA  
806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 814  
818  
804, 805  
815, 816, 817  
S. ATLANTA  
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Index  
A
H
S
Adjusting  
Hookups  
Scanning  
brightness of the display 23  
speaker volumes 21  
surround parameters 34  
Automatic tuning 44  
MULTI CH IN Input 10  
AC power cord 12  
antennas 5  
audio components 6  
digital components 8  
preset stations. See Preset  
tuning  
radio stations. See Automatic  
tuning  
Selecting  
B
C
CONTROL A1  
video components 7  
12  
component 25  
sound field 29  
Sleep timer 48  
Sound field  
adjustable parameters 37–41  
customizing 34–41  
pre-programmed 30, 31  
resetting 36  
Basic receiver operations  
23–27  
Batteries 4  
I, J, K  
Indexing. See Naming  
L, M  
Changing  
display 23  
Labeling. See Naming  
selecting 29  
effect level 34  
N, O  
Speakers  
adjusting speaker volume 21  
connection 14  
Checking the connections 22  
Clearing receiver’s memory 16  
Connecting. See Hookups  
Naming  
preset stations 47  
program sources 47  
impedence 15  
CONTROL A1  
12, 50  
placement 17–21  
Supplied accessories 4  
Surround sound 28–41  
Crossover frequency 21  
Customizing sound fields 34–41  
P, Q  
Parameter 37–41  
Preset stations  
how to preset 45  
how to tune 45  
Preset tuning 45  
D
T
Demonstration mode 16  
Digital Cinema Sound 56  
Direct tuning 44  
Test tone 21  
Troubleshooting 52  
Tuning  
Dolby Digital 56  
automatically 44  
directly 44  
preset stations 45  
R
Dolby Pro Logic Surround 56  
Dubbing. See Recording  
Receiving broadcasts  
automatically 44  
directly 44  
preset stations 45  
Recording  
E, F, G  
U, V, W, X, Y, Z  
Editing. See Recording  
Effect level 34  
EQ 36  
Unpacking 4  
on an audio tape or MD 47  
on a video tape 48  
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