Sony Multi Channel Av Receiver Str Dg710 User Manual

2-898-637-31(1)  
Multi Channel AV  
Receiver  
Operating Instructions  
STR-DG710  
©2007 Sony Corporation  
Table of Contents  
Listening to the sound without any adjustment  
Resetting sound fields to the initial  
7: Calibrating the appropriate settings  
(AUTO CALIBRATION) ...................... 27  
8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance  
Switching between digital and analog audio  
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
Listening to digital sound from other inputs  
Settings for the surround sound  
Calibrating the appropriate settings  
Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround  
Using only the front speakers  
3GB  
Getting Started  
Description and location of parts  
Front panel  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLAY  
INPUT MODE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
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Function  
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Name  
Function  
A ?/1  
Press to turn the receiver on  
(on/standby) or off (page 25, 33, 34, 54).  
G INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode  
when the same components  
are connected to both digital  
and analog jacks (page 60).  
B SPEAKERS  
Press to select the front  
(OFF/A/B)  
H MASTER  
Turn to adjust the volume  
level of all speakers at the  
same time (page 31, 32, 33,  
34).  
C TUNING  
Press or turn to operate the  
tuner (FM/AM) (page 54).  
VOLUME  
MODE  
TUNING +/–  
I DIRECT  
Press to listen to high quality  
analog sound (page 53).  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
J AUTO CAL  
Press to activate the Auto  
Calibration function (page  
D Display  
The current status of the  
selected component or a list  
of selectable items appears  
K INPUT  
Turn to select the input  
source to play back (page 32,  
SELECTOR  
E Remote  
Receives signals from remote  
commander.  
sensor  
F DISPLAY  
Press to select information  
displayed on the display  
(page 59, 66).  
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Name  
Function  
L 2CH  
Press to select a sound field  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
M SUR BACK  
Press to select the surround  
back decoding mode (page  
DECODING  
N SLEEP  
Press to activate the Sleep  
Timer function and the  
duration which the receiver  
O DIMMER  
Press to adjust the brightness  
of the display (page 47).  
P VIDEO 3 IN/  
Connects to a portable audio/  
PORTABLEAV video component such as a  
IN jacks  
camcorder or video game  
(page 23, 32).  
Q AUTO CAL  
Connects to the supplied  
optimizer microphone for the  
Auto Calibration function  
MIC jack  
R PHONES jack Connects to headphones  
5GB  
About the indicators on the display  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SP A  
SP B  
;
D EX  
;
PL IIx  
;
PL  
OPT  
DTS -ES 96/24  
NEO:6  
MEMORY  
D.RANGE  
RDS ST  
MONO  
LFE  
SW  
L
HDMI COAX  
C
R
SL  
S
SR  
SB  
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qf  
qd  
Name  
qs  
qa  
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Name  
Function  
Function  
A SW  
Lights up when sub woofer  
E ; PL/  
; PLII/  
; PL” lights up when the  
receiver applies Pro Logic  
processing to 2 channel signals  
in order to output the center and  
surround channel signals.  
; PLII” lights up when the  
Pro Logic II Movie/Music/  
Game decoder is activated.  
; PLIIx” lights up when the  
Pro Logic IIx Movie/Music/  
Game decoder is activated.  
However, these indicators do  
not light up if both the center  
and surround speakers are set to  
“NO” (page 38) and you select  
a sound field using the A.F.D.  
button.  
selection is set to “YES” (page  
44) and the audio signal is  
output from the SUB  
; PLIIx  
WOOFER jack.  
B LFE  
Lights up when the disc being  
played back contains an LFE  
(Low Frequency Effect)  
channel and the LFE channel  
signal is actually being  
reproduced.  
C SP A/SP B Lights up according to the  
speaker system used. However,  
these indicators do not light up  
if the speaker output is turned  
off or if headphones are  
Note  
connected.  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding  
does not function for DTS  
format signals or for signals  
with a sampling frequency of  
more than 48 kHz.  
D ; D/  
; D EX  
; D” lights up when the  
receiver is decoding Dolby  
Digital signals. “; D EX”  
lights up when the receiver is  
decoding Dolby Digital  
Surround EX signals.  
F OPT  
Lights up when INPUT MODE  
is set to “AUTO IN” and the  
source signal is a digital signal  
being input through the  
OPTICAL jack, or when  
INPUT MODE is set to “OPT  
Note  
When playing a Dolby Digital  
format disc, be sure that you  
have made digital connections  
and that INPUT MODE is not  
set to “ANALOG” (page 60).  
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Name  
Function  
Name  
Function  
G DTS/  
“DTS” lights up when the  
receiver is decoding DTS  
O Playback  
channel  
The letters (L, C, R, etc.)  
indicate the channels being  
played back. The boxes around  
the letters vary to show how the  
receiver downmixes the source  
sound (based on the speaker  
settings).  
Front Left  
Front Right  
Center (monaural)  
Surround Left  
DTS-ES/  
DTS 96/24/ signals. “DTS-ES” lights up  
DTS-ES  
96/24  
indicators  
when the receiver is decoding  
DTS-ES signals. “DTS 96/24”  
lights up when the receiver is  
decoding DTS 96/24 (96 kHz/  
24 bit) signals. “DTS-ES  
96/24” lights up when the  
receiver is decoding DTS-ES  
96/24 signals.  
L
R
C
SL  
SR  
S
Note  
Surround Right  
When playing a DTS format  
disc, be sure that you have  
made digital connections and  
that INPUT MODE is not set to  
“ANALOG” (page 60).  
Surround (monaural or the  
surround components obtained  
by Pro Logic processing)  
Surround back (the surround  
back components obtained by  
6.1 channel decoding)  
Example:  
Recording format (Front/  
Surround): 3/2.1  
Output channel: When  
surround speakers are set to  
SB  
H MEMORY  
Lights up when a memory  
function, such as Preset  
Memory (page 56), etc., is  
activated.  
I Tuner  
Lights up when using the  
receiver to tune in radio  
Note  
indicators  
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO  
“RDS” appears for models of  
area code CEL, CEK only.  
SW  
L
C
R
J Preset  
station  
Lights up when using the  
receiver to tune in radio  
stations you have preset. For  
details on presetting radio  
stations, see page 56.  
SL  
SR  
indicators  
K D.RANGE  
L NEO:6  
M COAX  
Lights up when dynamic range  
Lights up when DTS Neo:6  
Cinema/Music decoder is  
Lights up when INPUT MODE  
is set to “AUTO IN” and the  
source signal is a digital signal  
being input through the  
COAXIAL jack, or when  
INPUT MODE is set to  
N HDMI  
Lights up when the receiver  
recognizes a component  
connected via a HDMI IN jack  
7GB  
Rear panel  
1
2
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
PB/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
PR/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT  
B
FRONT  
A
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
6 5  
4
3
A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section  
C SPEAKERS section  
OPTICAL  
IN jacks  
Connects to a  
Connects to  
DVD player, etc.  
The COAXIAL  
jack provides a  
better quality of  
loud sound (page  
20, 22).  
COAXIAL IN  
jack  
HDMI IN/  
OUT jacks*  
Connects to a  
Connects to a sub  
DVD player, etc.  
The image and the  
sound are output to  
a TV or a projector  
D VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT  
section  
DMPORT  
jack  
Connects to a  
DIGITALMEDIA  
PORT adapter  
AUDIO IN/  
OUT jacks  
Connects to a VCR,  
a DVD player, etc.  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
B COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/  
VIDEO IN/  
OUT jacks*  
Yellow  
OUTPUT section  
COMPONENT Connects to a  
Green (Y)  
VIDEO  
INPUT/  
OUTPUT  
jacks*  
DVD player, TV,  
or a satellite tuner.  
You can enjoy  
high quality image  
(page 19 – 22).  
E AUDIO INPUT section  
Blue  
(PB/CB)  
AUDIO IN  
jacks  
Connects to a CD  
White (L)  
Red  
(PR/CR)  
Red (R)  
8GB  
F ANTENNA section  
Remote commander  
You can use the supplied remote  
RM-AAU015 to operate the receiver and to  
control the Sony audio/video components that  
the remote is assigned to operate (page 67).  
FM  
ANTENNA  
jack  
Connects to the FM  
wire antenna  
(aerial) supplied  
with this receiver  
AM  
ANTENNA  
terminals  
ConnectstotheAM  
loop antenna  
(aerial) supplied  
with this receiver  
1
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
wa  
2
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
* You can watch the selected input image when you  
connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack  
to a TV or projector (page 19).  
3
4
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
5
6
7
w;  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
8
9
ql  
qk  
qj  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
q;  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
qh  
qa  
qg  
qf  
RETURN/EXIT  
TV CH –  
MENU  
TV CH +  
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +  
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TUNING –  
TUNING +  
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Name  
Function  
Name  
Function  
A TV ?/1  
Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at  
D 2CH  
Press to select a sound field.  
(on/standby) the same time to turn the TV  
A.F.D.  
on or off.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AV ?/1  
Press to turn on or off the  
(on/standby) Sonyaudio/videocomponents  
that the remote is assigned to  
E AMP MENU  
Press to display the menu of  
the receiver. Then, use V, v,  
If you press ?/1 (B) at the  
same time, it will turn off the  
receiver and other  
B, b and  
(P) to perform  
menu operations.  
components (SYSTEM  
STANDBY).  
Note  
The function of the AV ?/1  
switch changes automatically  
each time you press the input  
buttons (C).  
F AUTO CAL  
G D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
Press to activate the Auto  
Calibration function.  
Press to enter direct tuning  
mode.  
Press to skip a disc when  
using a multi-disc changer.  
B ?/1  
Press to turn the receiver on or  
(on/standby) off.  
H DVD MENU  
Press to display the menu of  
the DVD player on the TV  
screen. Then, use V, v, B, b  
To turn off all components,  
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at  
the same time (SYSTEM  
STANDBY).  
and  
(P) to perform menu  
operations.  
FM MODE  
Press to select the FM  
monaural or stereo reception.  
C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to  
select the component you  
I ENTER  
Press to enter the value after  
selecting a channel, disc or  
track using the numeric  
buttons of the TV, VCR or  
satellite tuner.  
want to use. When you press  
any of the input buttons, the  
receiver turns on. The buttons  
are factory assigned to control  
Sony components as follows.  
You can change the button  
assignments following the  
MEMORY  
Press to store a station.  
J MUTING  
Press to activate the muting  
function.  
Press MUTING and TV (M)  
at the same time to activate  
the TV’s muting function.  
Button  
Assigned Sony  
component  
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter  
K TV VOL  
Press TV VOL +/– and TV  
(M) at the same time to adjust  
the TV volume level.  
+a)/–  
VIDEO 1 VCR (VTR mode 3)  
VIDEO 2 VCR (VTR mode 2)  
VIDEO 3 Not assigned  
MASTER  
VOL +a)/–  
Press to adjust the volume  
level of all speakers at the  
same time.  
DVD  
SAT  
DVD player  
L ./>b)  
Press to skip a track of the CD  
player, DVD player or blu-ray  
disc player.  
Digital Satellite  
Receiver  
TV  
TV  
<
REPLAY  
ADVANCE  
/
Press to replay the previous  
SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/  
CD player  
<
scene or fast forward the  
current scene of the VCR,  
DVD player or blu-ray disc  
player.  
TUNER  
Built-in tuner  
10GB  
Name  
Function  
Name  
Function  
m/Mb)  
Press to  
O RETURN/  
Press to  
EXIT O  
– search tracks in the forward/  
reverse direction of the DVD  
player.  
– start fast forward/rewind of  
the VCR, CD player or blu-  
ray disc player.  
– return to the previous menu.  
– exit the menu while the  
menu or on-screen guide of  
the VCR, DVD player,  
satellite tuner or blu-ray disc  
player is displayed on the  
TV screen.  
PressRETURN/EXITandTV  
(M) at the same time to return  
to the previous menu or exit  
the TV’s menu while the  
menu is displayed on the TV  
screen.  
Ha)b)  
Press to start playback of the  
VCR, CD player, DVD player,  
or blu-ray disc player.  
Xb)  
Press to pause playback or  
recording of the VCR, CD  
player, DVD player or blu-ray  
disc player. (Also starts  
recording with components in  
recording standby.)  
P
After pressing AMP MENU  
(E), DVD MENU (H), or  
MENU (N), press V, v, B or  
b to select the settings. Then,  
press  
for DVD MENU or MENU.  
Press also to enter the  
selection of the receiver,  
VCR, satellite tuner, CD  
player, DVD player or blu-ray  
disc player.  
V/v/B/b  
xb)  
Press to stop playback of the  
VCR, CD player, DVD player  
or blu-ray disc player.  
to enter the selection  
TV CH +/–  
Press TV CH +/– and TV (M)  
at the same time to select  
preset TV channels.  
PRESET +/– Press to select  
– preset stations.  
– preset channels of the VCR  
or satellite tuner.  
Q DISPLAY  
Press to select information  
displayed on the TV screen of  
the VCR, satellite tuner, CD  
player, DVD player or blu-ray  
disc player.  
Press DISPLAY and TV (M)  
at the same time to display  
TV’s information on the TV  
screen.  
TUNING +/– Press to scan a station.  
M TV  
Press TV and the button you  
want at the same time to  
activate the buttons with  
orange printing.  
N MENU  
Press to display the menu of  
the VCR, DVD player,  
satellite tuner or blu-ray disc  
player on the TV screen.  
Press MENU and TV (M) at  
the same time to display the  
TV’s menu.  
Then, use V, v, B, b and  
(P) to perform menu  
operations.  
R TOOLS  
Press to display options  
applicable to the entire disc  
(e.g. disc protection), recorder  
(e.g. audio settings during  
recording), or multiple items  
on a list menu (e.g. erasing  
multiple titles).  
Press TOOLS and TV (M) at  
the same time to display  
options applicable to the TV.  
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Name  
Function  
S -/--  
Press -/-- and TV (M) at the  
same time to select the  
channel entry mode, either  
one or two digits of the TV.  
x
>10/  
Press to select  
– track numbers over 10 of the  
VCR, satellite tuner or CD  
player.  
– channel numbers of the  
Digital CATV terminal.  
CLEAR  
Press to clear a mistake when  
you press the incorrect  
numeric button.  
T Numeric  
Press to  
– preset/tune to preset  
stations.  
buttons  
(number 5a))  
– select track numbers of the  
CD player, DVD player or  
blu-ray disc player. Press 0/  
10 to select track number 10.  
– select channel numbers of  
the VCR or satellite tuner.  
Press the numeric buttons and  
TV (M) at the same time to  
select the TV channels.  
U TV INPUT  
Press TV INPUT and TV (M)  
at the same time to select the  
input signal (TV input or  
video input).  
SLEEP  
Press to activate the Sleep  
Timer function and the  
duration which the receiver  
turns off automatically.  
a)The number 5, MASTER VOL +, TV VOL +, and  
H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots  
as references when operating the receiver.  
b)This button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter operation. For details on the  
function of the button, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter.  
Notes  
• Some functions explained in this section may not  
work depending on the model.  
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an  
example only. Therefore, depending on the  
component, the above operation may not be  
possible or may operate differently than described.  
12GB  
1: Installing speakers  
This receiver allows you to use a 6.1 channel  
system (6 speakers and one sub woofer).  
You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of  
DVD software recorded sound in the Surround  
EX format if you connect one additional  
surround back speaker (6.1 channel) (see  
Enjoying a 5.1/6.1 channel  
system  
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel  
surround sound requires five speakers (two  
front speakers, a center speaker, and two  
surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1  
channel).  
Example of a 6.1 channel  
speaker system configuration  
Example of a 5.1 channel  
speaker system configuration  
AFront speaker (left)  
BFront speaker (right)  
CCenter speaker  
DSurround speaker (left)  
ESurround speaker (right)  
FSurround back speaker  
GSub woofer  
AFront speaker (left)  
BFront speaker (right)  
CCenter speaker  
DSurround speaker (left)  
ESurround speaker (right)  
GSub woofer  
Tip  
Since the sub woofer does not emit highly  
directional signals, you can place it wherever you  
want.  
13GB  
   
2: Connecting speakers  
G
A
D
F
A
B
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
HDMI  
Y
P
B/CB  
PR/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
MONTOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
DVD  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
a)  
SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals  
B
B
E
C
AMonaural audio cord (not supplied)  
BSpeaker cords (not supplied)  
a)If you have an additional front speaker system,  
connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B  
terminals. You can select the front speakers you  
want to use with SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) on the  
AFront speaker A (left)  
BFront speaker A (right)  
CCenter speaker  
DSurround speaker (left)  
ESurround speaker (right)  
FSurround back speaker  
b)When you connect a sub woofer with an auto  
standby function, turn off the function when  
watching movies. If the auto standby function is  
set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically  
based on the level of the input signal to a sub  
woofer, then sound may not be output.  
b)  
GSub woofer  
14GB  
   
3a: Connecting the audio components  
Connecting a Super Audio CD/  
CD player  
The following illustration shows how to  
connect a Super Audio CD/CD player.  
After connecting your Super Audio CD/CD  
Super Audio CD  
player/CD player  
A
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
AAudio cord (not supplied)  
15GB  
   
3b: Connecting the video components  
How to connect your  
components  
Video input/output jacks to be  
connected  
This section describes how to connect your  
video components to this receiver. Before you  
below for the pages which describe how to  
connect each component.  
After connecting all your components,  
The image quality depends on the connecting  
jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.  
Select the connection according to the jacks on  
your components.  
TV, etc. INPUT  
jack  
COMPONENT  
HDMI  
HDMI  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
Component to be connected  
Component  
Page  
Receiver  
MONITOR OUT,  
HDMI OUT jack  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO  
With HDMI jack  
TV  
DVD player/DVD recorder  
Satellite tuner/Set-top box  
VCR  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLA  
Y
I
N
P
U
T
M
O
D
E
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
A
UTO  
C
A
L
M
I
C
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
A
UT  
O
CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE  
A
V
IN  
PHONES  
L
A
UDIO  
R
COMPONENT  
VIDEO  
HDMI  
HDMI  
VIDEO  
Camcorder, video game, etc.  
Receiver INPUT  
jack  
If you want to connect several  
digital components, but cannot  
find an unused input  
Video component  
OUTPUT jack  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
High quality image  
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HDMI feature  
Connecting components with  
HDMI jacks  
A digital audio signal transmitted by HDMI  
can be output from the speakers on this  
receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital,  
DTS, and linear PCM.  
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-  
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an  
interface which transmits video and audio  
signals in digital format.  
DVD player  
Blu-ray disc player  
TV, projector, etc.  
Audio/video  
signals  
Audio/video  
signals  
Audio/video  
signals  
A
A
A
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
AHDMI cable (not supplied)  
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.  
continued  
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• We do not recommend using a HDMI-DVI  
conversion cable. When you connect a  
HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D  
component, the sound and/or the image may  
not be output.  
Notes on HDMI connections  
• Check the setup of the connected component  
if an image is poor or the sound does not  
come out of a component connected via the  
HDMI cable.  
• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack  
is output from the speaker output jack and  
HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any  
other audio jacks.  
• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can  
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.  
The video input signals cannot be output  
from the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR  
OUT jacks.  
• When you want to listen to the sound from  
the TV speaker, set “AUDIO” to  
If set to “AMP”, the sound is not output from  
the TV speaker.  
Notes  
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and  
audio signals of a playback component are being  
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is  
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be  
transmitted.  
• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO  
2 input button on the remote so that you can use the  
button to control your blu-ray disc player. For  
67).  
• You can also rename the VIDEO 2 input so that it  
can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For  
• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a  
Super Audio CD are not output.  
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit  
length, etc.) transmitted from a HDMI jack  
may be suppressed by the connected  
component. Check the setup of the  
connected component if an image is poor or  
the sound does not come out of a component  
connected via the HDMI cable.  
• Sound may be interrupted when the  
sampling frequency or the number of  
channels of audio output signals from the  
playback component is switched.  
• When the connected component is not  
compatible with copyright protection  
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the  
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be  
distorted or may not be output.  
In this case, check the specification of the  
connected component.  
• Set the resolution of the image of the  
playback component to 720p or 1080i when  
you output 96 kHz multi-channel sound over  
a HDMI connection.  
• Refer to the operating instructions of each  
component connected for details.  
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Note  
Connecting a TV  
Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and  
audio signals of a playback component are being  
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is  
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be  
transmitted.  
The image from a video component connected  
to this receiver can be displayed on a TV  
screen.  
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.  
Connect audio and video cords according to  
the jacks of your components.  
Tips  
• You can watch the selected input image when you  
connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV or  
projector.  
• The sound of the TV is output from the speakers  
connected to the receiver if you connect the audio  
output jack of the TV and the TV IN jacks of the  
receiver.  
TV  
Audio signals  
Video signals  
A
B
C
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
SURROUND BACK  
L
L
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
AAudio cord (not supplied)  
BVideo cord (not supplied)  
CComponent video cord (not supplied)  
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Note  
Connecting a DVD player/DVD  
recorder  
To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD  
player, set the digital audio output setting on the  
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with the DVD player.  
The following illustration shows how to  
connect a DVD player/DVD recorder.  
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.  
Connect audio and video cords according to  
the jacks of your components.  
Tip  
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with  
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling  
frequencies.  
Connecting a DVD player  
DVD player  
Audio signals  
Video signals  
A
B
C
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
O
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
ACoaxial digital cord (not supplied)  
BVideo cord (not supplied)  
CComponent video cord (not supplied)  
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Connecting a DVD recorder  
DVD recorder  
Audio signals  
Video signals  
A
B
C
D
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
N  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)  
BAudio cord (not supplied)  
CVideo cord (not supplied)  
DComponent video cord (not supplied)  
Notes  
Tip  
• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO  
1 input button on the remote so that you can use the  
button to control your DVD recorder. For details,  
• You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it  
can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For  
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the  
plugs straight in until they click into place.  
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.  
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with  
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling  
frequencies.  
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Notes  
Connecting a satellite tuner/  
set-top box  
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the  
plugs straight in until they click into place.  
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.  
The following illustration shows how to  
connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box.  
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.  
Connect audio and video cords according to  
the jacks of your components.  
Tip  
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with  
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling  
frequencies.  
Satellite tuner/set-top box  
Audio signals  
Video signals  
A
B
C
D
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
SURROUND BACK  
L
L
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)  
BAudio cord (not supplied)  
CVideo cord (not supplied)  
DComponent video cord (not supplied)  
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Connecting components with  
analog video and audio jack  
The following illustration shows how to  
connect a component which has analog jacks  
such as a VCR, etc.  
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.  
Connect audio and video cords according to  
the jacks of your components.  
VCR  
Audio signals  
Video signals  
A
B
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
PB/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
To the VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jacks  
(Front panel)  
Camcorder/  
video game  
C
AAudio cord (not supplied)  
BVideo cord (not supplied)  
CAudio/video cord (not supplied)  
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4: Connecting the antennas (aerials)  
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna  
(aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).  
FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)  
AM loop antenna (aerial)  
(supplied)  
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
OUT  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
Y
AM  
VIDEO  
IN  
1
P
B/CB  
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
P
R/CR  
L
L
SURROUND BACK  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
SAT IN  
DVD IN  
VIDEO  
1
IN MONITOR OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
R
L
L
L
L
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
FRONT B  
FRONT A  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
SUB  
SA-CD  
/
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
* The shape of the connector varies depending on  
the area code of this receiver.  
Notes  
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop  
antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other  
components.  
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna  
(aerial).  
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),  
keep it as horizontal as possible.  
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Performing initial setup  
operations  
5: Preparing the receiver  
and the remote  
Before using the receiver for the first time,  
initialize the receiver by performing the  
following procedure. This procedure can also  
be used to return settings you have made to  
their factory defaults.  
Connecting the AC power cord  
(mains lead)  
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for  
this operation.  
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a  
wall outlet.  
AC power cord (mains lead)  
1,2  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLA  
Y
INPUT MODE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
L
SURROUND BACK  
3
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the  
R
receiver.  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.  
“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the  
display alternately.  
To the wall outlet  
3 Press MEMORY/ENTER.  
After “CLEARING” appears on the  
display for a while, “CLEARED”  
appears.  
The following items are reset to their  
factory settings.  
• All settings in the LEVEL, EQ, SUR,  
TUNER, AUDIO, VIDEO and  
SYSTEM menus.  
• The sound field memorized for each  
input and preset station.  
• All sound field parameters.  
• All preset stations.  
• All index names for inputs and preset  
stations.  
• MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL  
MIN”.  
• Input is set to “DVD”.  
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Inserting batteries into the  
remote  
6: Selecting the speaker  
system  
You can select the front speakers you want to  
drive.  
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the  
RM-AAU015 remote commander.  
Observe the correct polarity when installing  
batteries.  
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for  
this operation.  
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLA  
Y
INPUT MODE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
Notes  
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B)  
repeatedly to select the front  
speaker system you want to drive.  
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or  
humid place.  
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.  
• Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of  
batteries.  
To select  
Light up  
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight  
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a  
malfunction.  
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an  
extended period of time, remove the batteries to  
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and  
corrosion.  
• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons  
may be reset to their factory settings. If this  
happens, reassign the buttons again (page 67).  
The speakers connected to the  
SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals  
SP A  
The speakers connected to the  
SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals  
SP B  
To turn off the speaker output, press  
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) repeatedly until the  
“SP A” and “SP B” indicators on the display  
do not light up.  
Note  
Tip  
You cannot switch the front speaker system by  
pressing SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) when the  
headphones are connected to the receiver.  
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last  
for about 3 months. When the remote no longer  
operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with  
new ones.  
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Notes  
• The Auto Calibration function does not work when  
headphones are connected.  
• Make sure SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) is not set to off.  
7: Calibrating the  
appropriate settings  
automatically  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLAY  
INPUT MODE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
Optimizer microphone  
A
UTO CAL MIC  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE  
AV  
IN  
PHONES  
(AUTO CALIBRATION)  
The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)  
function allows you to perform automatic  
calibration such as:  
• Checking the connection between each  
speaker and the receiver.  
• Adjusting the speaker level.  
• Measuring the distance of each speaker from  
your listening position.  
You can also adjust the speaker levels and  
balance manually. For details, see  
Before you perform Auto  
Calibration  
1 Connect the supplied optimizer  
microphone to the AUTO CAL  
MIC jack.  
Before you perform Auto Calibration, install  
and connect the speakers (page 13, 14).  
• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the  
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not  
connect other microphones to this jack.  
Doing so may damage the receiver and the  
microphone.  
• During calibration, the sound that comes out  
of the speakers is very loud. Pay attention to  
the presence of children or to the effect on  
your neighborhood.  
2 Set up the optimizer  
microphone.  
Place the optimizer microphone at your  
listening position.You can also use a stool  
or tripod so that the optimizer  
microphone remains at the same height as  
your ears.  
• Perform Auto Calibration in a quiet  
environment to avoid the effect of noise and  
to get a more accurate measurement.  
• If there are any obstacles in the path between  
the optimizer microphone and the speakers,  
the calibration cannot be performed  
correctly. Remove any obstacles from the  
measurement area to avoid measurement  
error.  
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2 Measurement starts.  
Performing Auto Calibration  
The measurement process will take a few  
minutes to complete.  
The table below shows the display when  
measurement starts.  
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
?/1  
switch  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
Measurement for Display  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
Input  
buttons  
Environment noise NOISE.CHK  
level  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
Speaker connection MEASURE and SP  
DET. appears  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
alternately*  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
Speaker level  
MEASURE and GAIN  
appears alternately*  
1
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
Speaker distance  
MEASURE and  
DISTANCE appears  
alternately*  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
* The corresponding speaker indicator lights  
up in the display during measurement.  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
MUTING  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
3 Measurement ends.  
MASTER  
VOL +/–  
“COMPLETE” appears on the display  
and the settings are registered.  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
4 Disconnect the optimizer  
microphone from the AUTO  
CAL MIC jack.  
1 Press AUTO CAL.  
Measurement starts in 5 seconds and the  
display changes as follows:  
Note  
A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3]  
t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1]  
While the time is counting down, stand  
away from the measurement area to avoid  
measurement error.  
Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer.  
Therefore, all sub woofer settings will be  
maintained.  
Tip  
During the measurement process, Auto Calibration  
is canceled when you do the following.  
– Press ?/1, input buttons or MUTING.  
– Change the volume level.  
– Press AUTO CAL again.  
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Error code Cause and remedy  
ERROR 23 Surround back speaker is detected  
Error and warning codes  
but surround speakers are not  
connected. Be sure to connect the  
surround speakers.  
When error codes appear  
When an error is detected during Auto  
Calibration, an error code will appear on the  
display cyclically after each measurement  
process as follows:  
When warning codes appear  
During Auto Calibration, the warning code  
provides information on the measurement  
result. The warning code will appear on the  
display cyclically as follows:  
Error code tblank display t(error code t  
a)  
blank display) t PUSH t blank display  
t ENTER  
a)Appears when there are more than one error code.  
Warning code t blank display t (warning  
code t blank display) t PUSH t blank  
b)  
display t ENTER  
b)Appears when there are more than one warning  
code.  
To rectify the error  
1 Record down the error code.  
2 Press  
.
3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.  
4 Rectify the error.  
below.  
5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto  
Calibration again (page 28).  
You can choose to ignore the warning code as  
the Auto Calibration function will  
automatically adjust the settings. You can also  
change the settings manually.  
To change the settings  
manually  
Error codes and remedies  
1 Record down the warning code.  
Error code Cause and remedy  
2 Press  
.
3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.  
4 Follow the solution provided in the  
5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto  
Calibration again (page 28).  
ERROR 10  
The environment is too noisy.  
Make sure the environment is quiet  
during Auto Calibration.  
ERROR 11  
The speakers are placed too near  
the optimizer microphone. Place  
your speakers further away from  
the optimizer microphone.  
ERROR 12  
None of the speakers are detected.  
Make sure that the optimizer  
microphone is connected properly  
and perform Auto Calibration  
again.  
ERROR 20  
ERROR 21  
Front speakers are not detected or  
only one front speaker is detected.  
Check the front speaker  
connection.  
Only one surround speaker is  
detected. Check the surround  
speaker connection.  
continued  
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Warning codes and solutions  
8: Adjusting the speaker  
levels and balance  
(TEST TONE)  
Warning  
code  
Explanation and solution  
WARN. 40  
WARN. 60  
WARN. 62  
WARN. 63  
WARN. 64  
WARN. 65  
WARN. 70  
WARN. 72  
WARN. 73  
WARN. 74  
WARN. 75  
The environment is noisy. Make  
sure the environment is quiet  
during Auto Calibration.  
The front speaker balance is out of  
range. Reposition your front  
speakers.c)  
You can adjust the speaker levels and balance  
while listening to the test tone from your  
listening position.  
The center speaker level is out of  
range. Reposition your center  
speaker.d)  
Tip  
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency  
centered at 800 Hz.  
The surround left speaker level is  
out of range. Reposition your  
surround left speaker.e)  
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
The surround right speaker level is  
out of range. Reposition your  
surround right speaker.f)  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
Input  
buttons  
The surround back speaker level is  
out of range. Reposition your  
surround back speaker.g)  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
The front speaker distance is out of  
range. Reposition your front  
speakers.c)  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
1
The center speaker distance is out  
of range. Reposition your center  
speaker.d)  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
The surround left speaker distance  
is out of range. Reposition your  
surround left speaker.e)  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
The surround right speaker distance  
is out of range. Reposition your  
surround right speaker.f)  
G
g
2-5  
MASTER  
VOL +/–  
The surround back speaker distance  
is out of range. Reposition your  
surround back speaker.g)  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
1 Press AMP MENU.  
c)For details, refer “Front speaker distance”  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
d)For details, refer “Center speaker distance”  
2 Press  
or b to enter the  
e)For details, refer “Surround left speaker distance”  
menu.  
f) For details, refer “Surround right speaker  
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“T. TONE”.  
g)For details, refer “Surround back speaker  
4 Press  
or b to enter the  
parameter.  
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5 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“T. TONE Y”.  
The test tone is output from each speaker  
in sequence as follows:  
Front left t Center t Front right t  
Surround right t Surround back t  
Surround left t Sub woofer  
6 Adjust the speaker levels and  
balance using the LEVEL menu  
so that the level of the test tone  
sounds the same from each  
speaker.  
Tips  
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same  
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also  
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.  
• The adjusted value is shown on the display  
during adjustment.  
7 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to select  
“T. TONE N”.  
You can also press any input buttons.  
The test tone turns off.  
When a test tone is not output  
from the speakers  
• The speaker cords may not be connected  
securely.  
• The speaker cords may have the short-circuit  
problem.  
Note  
The test tone does not work when ANALOG  
DIRECT is selected.  
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Selected input Components that can  
[Display]  
be played back  
Playback  
SAT  
Satellite tuner, etc.  
[SAT]  
connected to the SAT jack  
Selecting a component  
TV  
[TV]  
TV, etc. connected to the  
TV jack  
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
SA-CD/CD  
[SA-CD/CD]  
Super Audio CD/CD  
player, etc., connected to  
the SA-CD/CD jack  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
TUNER  
[FM or AM band]  
Built-in radio tuner  
1
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
* “VIDEO 2/BD” and “VIDEO 3/PORTABLE  
AV” scroll across the display, then “VIDEO  
2” and “VIDEO 3” appear respectively.  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
2 Turn on the component and  
start playback.  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to  
0/10  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
adjust the volume.  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
MUTING  
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on  
the receiver.  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
3
To activate the muting function  
Press MUTING.  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
The muting function will be canceled when  
you do the following.  
• Press MUTING again.  
• Increase the volume.  
• Turn off the receiver.  
1 Press the input button to select  
a component.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
The selected input appears on the display.  
To avoid damaging your  
speakers  
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn  
down the volume level.  
Selected input Components that can  
[Display]  
be played back  
DMPORT  
[DMPORT]  
DIGITALMEDIAPORT  
adapter connected to the  
DMPORT jack  
VIDEO 1  
[VIDEO 1]  
VCR, etc., connected to  
the VIDEO 1 jack  
VIDEO 2  
Blu-ray disc player, etc.,  
[VIDEO 2/BD]* connected to the VIDEO  
2/BD jack  
VIDEO 3  
[VIDEO 3/  
PORTABLE  
AV]*  
Camcorder, video game,  
etc., connected to the  
VIDEO 3 IN/  
PORTABLE AV IN jack  
DVD  
DVD player, etc.,  
[DVD]  
connected to DVD jack  
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Listening/Watching a component  
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD  
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO DVD  
2
3
VIDEO  
SAT  
1
VIDEO  
TV  
2
3
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLAY  
INPUT MODE  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
INPUT SELECTOR  
>10/  
-
0/10  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
5
3
DISPLAY  
TOOLS MUTING  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
G
g
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
5
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
TV CH  
TV CH  
+
PRESET  
.
REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET  
<
+
L
AUDIO  
R
<
>
TUNING  
TUNING  
+
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
Notes  
1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD  
• The operation is described for a  
Sony Super Audio CD player.  
• Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the  
Super Audio CD player or CD  
player.  
player, then place the disc on the tray.  
2 Turn on the receiver.  
3 Press SA-CD/CD.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to  
select “SA-CD/CD”.  
Tip  
You can select the sound field to  
suit the music. Refer to page 50  
for details.  
Recommended sound fields:  
Classical: HALL  
4 Play back the disc.  
5 Adjust to a suitable volume.  
6 After you have finished listening to the  
Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn  
off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/  
CD player.  
Jazz: JAZZ  
Live concert: CONCERT  
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Watching a DVD  
TV INPUT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO DVD  
2
3
VIDEO  
SAT  
1
VIDEO  
TV  
2
3
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLAY  
INPUT MODE  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
INPUT SELECTOR  
>10/  
-
0/10  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
7
3
DISPLAY  
TOOLS MUTING  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SUR BACK  
DECODING  
G
g
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
7
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
TV CH  
TV CH  
+
PRESET  
.
REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET  
<
+
L
AUDIO  
R
<
>
TUNING  
TUNING  
+
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
Notes  
• Refer to the operating  
1 Turn on the TV and DVD player.  
2 Turn on the receiver.  
3 Press DVD.  
instructions supplied with the  
TV and DVD player.  
• Check the following if you  
cannot listen to multi channel  
sound.  
– Be sure this receiver is  
connected to the DVD player  
via a digital connection.  
– Be sure the digital audio  
output of the DVD player is set  
up properly.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to  
select “DVD”.  
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image  
of the DVD is displayed.  
5 Set up the DVD player.  
Refer to “Quick Setup Guide” supplied with the receiver.  
Tips  
• Select the sound format of the  
disc to be played, if necessary.  
You can select the sound field to  
suit the movie/music. Refer to  
page 50 for details.  
Recommended sound fields:  
Movie: C.ST.EX  
Music: CONCERT  
6 Play back the disc.  
7 Adjust to a suitable volume.  
8 After you have finished watching the DVD,  
eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV  
and DVD player.  
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To return to the previous display  
Press B.  
Amplifier Operations  
To exit the menu  
Navigating through  
menus  
Press AMP MENU.  
Note  
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed  
on the display. This means that they are either  
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.  
By using the amplifier menus, you can make  
various adjustments to customize the receiver.  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
1
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
2-6  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
1 Press AMP MENU.  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
the menu you want.  
3 Press  
or b to enter the  
menu.  
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
the parameter you want to  
adjust.  
5 Press  
or b to enter the  
parameter.  
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
the setting you want.  
The setting is entered automatically.  
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Overview of the menus  
The following options are available in each  
menu. For details on navigating through  
Menu  
[Display]  
Parameters  
[Display]  
Settings  
Initial  
setting  
LEVEL  
Test tonea) [T. TONE]  
T. TONE Y, T. TONE N  
T. TONE N  
[1-LEVEL]  
Front speaker balancea)  
[FRT BAL]  
BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BALANCE  
BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8  
Center speaker level  
[CNT LVL]  
CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB  
(1 dB step)  
CNT 0 dB  
SUR L 0 dB  
SUR R 0 dB  
SB 0 dB  
Surround left speaker level  
[SL LVL]  
SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB  
(1 dB step)  
Surround right speaker level  
[SR LVL]  
SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB  
(1 dB step)  
Surround back speaker level  
[SB LVL]  
SB –10 dB to SB +10 dB  
(1 dB step)  
Sub woofer level  
[SW LVL]  
SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB  
(1 dB step)  
SW 0 dB  
Dynamic range compressora)  
[D. RANGE]  
COMP. OFF, COMP. STD,  
COMP. MAX  
COMP. OFF  
EQ  
Equalizera) [EQ]  
EQ ON, EQ OFF  
EQ OFF  
[2-EQ]  
Front speaker bass level  
[BASS LVL]  
BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB  
(1 dB step)  
BASS 0 dB  
Front speaker treble level  
[TRE LVL]  
TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB  
(1 dB step)  
TRE 0 dB  
SUR  
[3-SUR]  
Sound field selectiona)  
[S.F. SELCT]  
2CH ST., A.F.D. AUTO, DOLBY PL, 2CH ST. for:  
PLII MV, PLII MS, PLII GM, PLIIX TUNER,  
MV, PLIIX MS, PLIIX GM, NEO6  
CIN, NEO6 MUS, MULTI ST.,  
SA-CD/CD,  
TV,DMPORT;  
C.ST.EX A, C.ST.EX B, C.ST.EX C, A.F.D. AUTO  
PORTABLE, HALL, JAZZ,  
CONCERT  
for:  
DVD, SAT,  
VIDEO 1, 2, 3  
Surround back decoding  
modea) [SB DEC]  
Effect levela) [EFFECT]  
SB OFF, SB AUTO, SB ON  
SB AUTO  
EFCT. STD  
FM AUTO  
EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD,  
EFCT. MAX  
TUNER  
FM station receiving modea)  
[FM MODE]  
FM AUTO, FM MONO  
[4-TUNER]  
Naming preset stationsa)  
[NAME IN]  
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Menu  
[Display]  
Parameters  
[Display]  
Settings  
Initial  
setting  
AUDIO  
[5-AUDIO]  
Digital audio input decoding  
prioritya) [DEC. PRI.]  
DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM  
DEC. AUTO  
for:  
SAT, DVD,  
TV, VIDEO 1,  
2, 3;  
DEC. PCM for:  
SA-CD/CD  
Digital broadcast language  
selectiona) [DUAL]  
DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S,  
DUAL M+S  
DUAL M  
Synchronizes audio and video A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N  
outputa) [A.V. SYNC.]  
A.V.SYNC. N  
Digital audio input assignmenta) VD1– VD1, VD1– VD2, VD1– VD3, VD1– VD1 for:  
[D. ASSIGN]  
VD1– DVD, VD1– TV, VD1– CD,  
VIDEO 1;  
DVD– VD1, DVD– VD2, DVD– VD3, DVD– DVD  
DVD– DVD, DVD– SAT, DVD– TV, for: DVD;  
DVD– CD, SAT– VD2, SAT– VD3, SAT– SAT for:  
SAT– DVD, SAT– SAT, SAT– TV,  
SAT– CD  
SAT  
Naming inputsa) [NAME IN]  
VIDEO  
[6-VIDEO]  
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT video –NONE, –VIDEO 1, –VIDEO 3,  
–NONE  
input assignmenta)  
[DMPORT V.]  
–DVD, –SAT  
HDMI AUDIOa)  
[AUDIO]  
HDMI CONTROLa)  
[CONTROL]  
AMP, TV+AMP  
CTRL ON, CTRL OFF  
AMP  
CTRL OFF  
Naming inputsa) [NAME IN]  
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Menu  
[Display]  
Parameters  
[Display]  
Settings  
Initial  
setting  
SYSTEM  
[7-SYSTEM]  
Sub woofera)  
[SW SPK]  
Front speakersa)  
[FRT SPK]  
Center speakera)  
[CNT SPK]  
Surround speakersa)  
[SUR SPK]  
YES, NO  
YES  
LARGE, SMALL  
LARGE, SMALL, NO  
LARGE, SMALL, NO  
YES, NO  
LARGE  
LARGE  
LARGE  
YES  
Surround back speakera)  
[SB SPK]  
Front speaker distancea)  
[FRT DIST.]  
Center speaker distancea)  
[CNT DIST.]  
DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m  
(0.1 m step)  
DIST. 3.0 m  
DIST. 3.0 m  
DIST. xx m  
between front speaker distance and  
1.5 m (0.1 m step)  
Surround left speaker distancea) DIST. xx m  
DIST. 3.0 m  
DIST. 3.0 m  
DIST. 3.0 m  
[SL DIST.]  
between front speaker distance and  
4.5 m (0.1 m step)  
Surround right speaker  
distancea)  
[SR DIST.]  
DIST. xx m  
between front speaker distance and  
4.5 m (0.1 m step)  
Surround back speaker  
distancea)  
[SB DIST.]  
DIST. xx m  
between front speaker distance and  
4.5 m (0.1 m step)  
Surround speaker positiona)  
[SUR POS.]  
SIDE/LO, SIDE/HI, BEHD/LO,  
BEHD/HI  
SIDE/LO  
Speaker crossover frequencya) CRS > 40 Hz to CRS > 160 Hz  
[CRS. FREQ]  
CRS > 100 Hz  
0% dim  
Brightness of the displaya)  
[DIMMER]  
0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim  
A. CAL  
[8-A. CAL]  
Auto Calibrationa)  
[AUTO CAL]  
A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO  
A.CAL NO  
a)For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.  
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x D. RANGE (Dynamic range  
compressor)  
Adjusting the level  
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the  
sound track. This may be useful when you  
want to watch movies at low volumes late at  
night. Dynamic range compression is possible  
with Dolby Digital sources only.  
• COMP. OFF  
(LEVEL menu)  
You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the  
balance and level of each speaker. These  
settings are applied to all sound fields.  
Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For  
details on adjusting the parameters, see  
The dynamic range is not compressed.  
• COMP. STD  
The dynamic range is compressed as  
intended by the recording engineer.  
• COMP. MAX  
The dynamic range is compressed  
dramatically.  
LEVEL menu parameters  
x T. TONE (Test tone)  
Tip  
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance  
while listening to the test tone from your  
listening position. For details, see “8:  
Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the  
dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the  
dynamic range information included in the Dolby  
Digital signal.  
“COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only  
enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend  
using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly  
compresses the dynamic range and lets you view  
movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog  
limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a  
very natural compression.  
x FRT BAL (Front speaker  
balance)  
Lets you adjust the balance between front left  
and right speakers.  
x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)  
x SL LVL (Surround left speaker  
level)  
x SR LVL (Surround right speaker  
level)  
x SB LVL (Surround back speaker  
level)  
x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)  
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Adjusting the equalizer  
Settings for the surround  
sound  
(EQ menu)  
(SUR menu)  
You can use the EQ menu to adjust the tonal  
quality (bass/treble level) of the front  
speakers.  
Select “2-EQ” in the amplifier menus. For  
details on adjusting the parameters, see  
You can use the SUR menu to select the sound  
field you want for your listening pleasure.  
Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For  
details on adjusting the parameters, see  
EQ menu parameters  
SUR menu parameters  
x EQ (Equalizer)  
Lets you turn the equalizer on or off.  
• EQ ON  
The equalizer is turned on.  
• EQ OFF  
x S.F. SELCT (Sound field  
selection)  
Lets you select the sound field you want. For  
48).  
The equalizer is turned off.  
Note  
x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass  
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound  
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field  
Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the  
SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input  
and then return to SA-CD/CD, “HALL” will  
automatically be applied again.  
level)  
x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble  
level)  
x SB DEC (Surround back  
decoding mode)  
Lets you select the surround back decoding  
mode. For details, see “Using the surround  
x EFFECT (Effect level)  
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround  
effect for sound fields selected with the  
MOVIE or MUSIC buttons (except  
“PORTABLE” sound field) and for “HP  
THEA” sound field.  
• EFCT. MIN  
The surround effect is minimum.  
• EFCT. STD  
The surround effect is standard.  
• EFCT. MAX  
The surround effect is maximum.  
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x SB ON  
Using the surround back  
decoding mode (SB DEC)  
To decode the surround back signal regardless  
a)  
of the 6.1 channel decode flag , Dolby Digital  
EX is applied when the output channel is 6.1.  
By decoding the surround back signal of DVD  
software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital  
Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES  
Discrete 6.1, etc., format, you can enjoy the  
surround sound intended by the filmmakers.  
Select the surround back decoding mode using  
“SB DEC” on the SUR menu (page 40).  
You can also use SUR BACK DECODING on  
the receiver.  
Input stream Output Surround back  
channel decoding  
Dolby Digital  
5.1  
6.1  
6.1  
6.1  
6.1  
6.1  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
Dolby Digital  
Surround EXb)  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
DTS 5.1  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
Types of the surround back  
decoding functions  
DTS-ES  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
Matrix 6.1c)  
x SB AUTO  
When the input stream contains the 6.1  
DTS-ES  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
a)  
Discrete 6.1d)  
channel decode flag , the appropriate  
decoding is performed on the surround back  
signal.  
x SB OFF  
Surround back decoding is not performed.  
Input stream Output Surround back  
channel decoding  
a)A 6.1 channel decode flag is information recorded  
in software such as DVDs.  
Dolby Digital  
5.1  
5.1  
b)A Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX  
flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help  
you distinguish Surround EX films.  
Dolby Digital  
Surround EXb)  
6.1  
Matrix decoder that  
conforms to Dolby  
Digital EX  
c)Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both  
DTS-ES Matrix and 5.1 channel signals.  
d)Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals  
and an extension stream designed for returning  
those signals to 6.1 discrete channels. Discrete 6.1  
channel signals are DVD specific signals not used  
in movie theaters.  
DTS 5.1  
5.1  
6.1  
DTS-ES  
DTS Matrix decoding  
Matrix 6.1c)  
DTS-ES  
6.1  
DTS Discrete  
decoding  
Discrete 6.1d)  
Notes  
• There may be no sound from the surround back  
speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs  
have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even  
though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos.  
In this case, select “SB ON”.  
• You can select the surround back decoding mode  
only when A.F.D. mode is selected. However, this  
function is canceled when Dolby Pro Logic IIx is  
selected.  
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Settings for the tuner  
(TUNER menu)  
Settings for the audio  
(AUDIO menu)  
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM  
station receiving mode and to name preset  
stations.  
Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus.  
For details on adjusting the parameters, see  
You can use the AUDIO menu to make  
settings for the audio to suit your preference.  
Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For  
details on adjusting the parameters, see  
AUDIO menu parameters  
TUNER menu parameters  
x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input  
decoding priority)  
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital  
signal input to the DIGITAL IN and HDMI IN  
jacks.  
x FM MODE (FM station receiving  
mode)  
• FM AUTO  
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo  
signal when the radio station is broadcast in  
stereo.  
• FM MONO  
This receiver will decode the signal as mono  
signal regardless of the broadcast signal.  
• DEC. AUTO  
Automatically switches the input mode  
between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.  
• DEC. PCM  
When signals from the DIGITAL IN jack are  
selected, PCM signals are given priority (to  
prevent interruption when playback starts).  
However, when other signals are input, there  
may be no sound, depending on the format.  
In this case, set this item to “DEC AUTO”.  
When signals from the HDMI IN jack are  
selected, only PCM signals are output from  
the connected player. When signals in any  
other format are received, set this item to  
“DEC AUTO”.  
x NAME IN (Naming preset  
stations)  
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For  
Note  
When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the  
digital audio jacks (for a CD, etc.) is interrupted  
when playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.  
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x DUAL (Digital broadcast  
language selection)  
Lets you select the language you want to listen  
to during digital broadcast. This feature only  
functions for Dolby Digital sources.  
• DUAL M/S (Main/Sub)  
Sound of the main language will be output  
through the front left speaker and sound of  
the sub language will be output through the  
front right speaker simultaneously.  
• DUAL M (Main)  
Settings for the video  
(VIDEO menu)  
You can use the VIDEO menu to assign the  
composite video input to DMPORT input and  
to name inputs.  
Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For  
details on adjusting the parameters, see  
Sound of the main language will be output.  
• DUAL S (Sub)  
Sound of the sub language will be output.  
• DUAL M+S (Main + Sub)  
VIDEO menu parameters  
Mixed sound of both the main and sub  
languages will be output.  
x DMPORT V. (DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT video assignment)  
Lets you assign the composite video input to  
DMPORT input so that you can view the  
images on the TV screen. For details, see  
x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio  
and video output)  
• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 68 ms)  
The audio output is delayed so that the time  
gap between the audio output and visual  
display is minimized.  
x AUDIO (HDMI AUDIO)  
Lets you set the HDMI audio output from the  
playback component connected to the receiver  
via a HDMI connection.  
• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms)  
The audio output is not delayed.  
Notes  
• AMP  
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD  
The HDMI audio signals from the playback  
component is only output to speakers  
connected to the receiver. Multi-channel  
sound can be played back as it is.  
or plasma TV or a projector.  
• This parameter is valid only when you use a sound  
field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons.  
• This parameter is not valid when  
– PCM 96 kHz, DTS 96/24 or DTS 2048 signals  
are input.  
Note  
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s  
speakers.  
– the receiver is performing DTS-ES Matrix 6.1  
decoding.  
– ANALOG DIRECT function is selected.  
x D. ASSIGN  
(Digital audio input assignment)  
Lets you assign the digital audio input to other  
input source. For details, see “Listening to  
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)  
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,  
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• TV+AMP  
The sound is output from TV’s speaker and  
the speakers connected to the receiver.  
Settings for the system  
(SYSTEM menu)  
Notes  
• The sound quality of the playback component  
depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the  
number of channels, and the sampling  
frequency, etc. When the TV has stereo  
speakers, the sound output from the receiver is  
also stereo as that of the TV, even if you play  
back multi-channel source.  
• When you connect the receiver to a video  
component (projector, etc.), sound may not be  
output from the receiver. In this case, select  
“AMP”.  
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size  
and distance of the speakers connected to this  
system.  
Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus.  
For details on adjusting the parameters, see  
SYSTEM menu parameters  
x SW SPK (Sub woofer)  
• YES  
If you have connected a sub woofer, select  
“YES”.  
x CONTROL (HDMI CONTROL)  
Lets you turn the HDMI CONTROL function  
on or off. For details, refer to the HDMI  
CONTROL Guide supplied with the receiver.  
• NO  
If you have not connected a sub woofer,  
select “NO”. This activates the bass  
redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE  
signals from other speakers.  
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)  
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see  
Tip  
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.  
x FRT SPK (Front speakers)  
• LARGE  
If you connect large speakers that will  
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,  
select “LARGE”. Normally, select  
“LARGE”. When the sub woofer is set to  
“NO”, the front speakers are automatically  
set to “LARGE”.  
• SMALL  
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of  
surround effects when using multi channel  
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate  
the bass redirection circuitry and output the  
front channel bass frequencies from the sub  
woofer. When the front speakers are set to  
“SMALL”, the center and surround speakers  
are also automatically set to “SMALL”  
(unless previously set to “NO”).  
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x CNT SPK (Center speaker)  
• LARGE  
x SB SPK (Surround back  
speaker)  
When the surround speakers are set to “NO”,  
the surround back speaker is also  
automatically set to “NO” and the setting  
cannot be changed.  
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”.  
• YES  
If you have connected a surround back  
speaker, select “YES”.  
• SMALL  
• 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  
center channel bass frequencies from the  
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub  
woofer.  
If you have not connected a surround back  
speaker, select “NO”.  
Tip  
The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each  
speaker determine whether the internal sound  
processor will cut the bass signal from that channel.  
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass  
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass  
frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE”  
speakers.  
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount  
of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if  
possible. Therefore, even when using small  
speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want  
to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On  
the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but  
prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that  
speaker, set it to “SMALL”.  
• NO  
If you have not connected a center speaker,  
select “NO”. The sound of the center  
channel will be output from the front  
speakers.  
x SUR SPK (Surround speakers)  
The surround back speaker will be set to the  
same 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”.  
• SMALL  
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer,  
set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough  
bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass  
levels. For details, see page 36.  
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.  
• NO  
If you have not connected surround  
speakers, select “NO”.  
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x FRT DIST. (Front speaker  
distance)  
x SB DIST. (Surround back  
speaker distance)  
Lets you set the distance from your listening  
position to the front speakers (A). If both  
front speakers are not placed an equal distance  
from your listening position, set the distance as  
the average distance between the front  
speakers.  
Lets you 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) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to  
your listening position (E).  
Tip  
B
The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in  
terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set  
the center speaker further than the front speakers.  
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than  
1.5 meter closer from the front speakers.  
Likewise, the surround and surround back speakers  
can not be set further away from the listening  
position than the front speakers. And they can be no  
more than 4.5 meter closer. This is because incorrect  
speaker placement is not conducive to the  
enjoyment of surround sound.  
A
A
30˚ 30˚  
100˚-120˚  
100˚-120˚  
C
D
E
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 further  
away.  
For example, setting the center speaker distance  
1-2 meter 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 sound stage.  
x CNT DIST. (Center speaker  
distance)  
Lets you 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) to a distance  
1.5 meters closer to your listening position  
(B).  
x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker  
distance)  
Lets you set the distance from your listening  
position to the surround left speaker. Surround  
left speaker distance should be set from a  
distance equal to the front speaker distance  
(A) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your  
listening position (C).  
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the  
sound often results in much better surround sound.  
Give it a try!  
x SR DIST. (Surround right  
speaker distance)  
Lets you set the distance from your listening  
position to the surround right speaker.  
Surround right speaker distance should be set  
from a distance equal to the front speaker  
distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to  
your listening position (D).  
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Tip  
x SUR POS.  
Surround speaker position is designed specifically  
for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes.  
For other sound fields, speaker position is not so  
critical.  
Those sound fields were designed under the premise  
that the surround speakers 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  
surround effects become unclear unless set to  
“SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.  
(Surround speaker position)  
Lets you specify the location of your surround  
speakers for proper implementation of the  
surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX  
modes (page 51). This setup item is not  
available when the surround speakers are set to  
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many  
variables, such as wall reflections, and you may  
obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your  
speakers are located high above the listening  
position, even if they are located to the immediate  
left and right.  
Therefore, although it may result in a setting  
contrary to the above explanation, we recommend  
that you play back multi channel surround encoded  
software and select 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 “BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then  
use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level  
adjustments to obtain proper balance.  
x CRS. FREQ (Speaker crossover  
frequency)  
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of  
the speakers that have been set to “SMALL”  
on the SYSTEM menu. This setup item is only  
available when at least one speaker is set to  
“SMALL” and the corresponding speaker  
indicator flashes on the display.  
• SIDE/LO  
Select if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to sections A and C.  
• SIDE/HI  
Select if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to sections A and D.  
• BEHD/LO  
Select if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to sections B and C.  
• BEHD/HI  
x DIMMER (Brightness of the  
display)  
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.  
You can also use DIMMER on the receiver.  
Select if the location of your surround  
speakers corresponds to sections B and D.  
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Calibrating the  
appropriate settings  
automatically  
(A. CAL menu)  
Enjoying Surround Sound  
Enjoying Dolby Digital  
and DTS Surround sound  
(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)  
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows  
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select  
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel  
stereo sound as multi channel sound.  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
A.F.D.  
AMP MENU  
1
2
3
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select  
the sound field you want.  
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Types of A.F.D. mode  
Decoding  
mode  
A.F.D. mode  
[Display]  
Multi channel  
audio after  
decoding  
Effect  
(Detecting  
automatically) [A.F.D. AUTO]  
A.F.D. AUTO  
(Detecting  
automatically)  
Presents the sound as it was recorded/  
encoded without adding any surround  
effects. However, this receiver will  
generate a low frequency signal for output  
to the sub woofer when there is no LFE  
signals.  
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC  
[DOLBY PL]  
4 channel  
5 channel  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The  
source recorded in 2 channel format is  
decoded into 4.1 channels.  
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode  
decoding. This setting is ideal for movies  
encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition,  
this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1  
channel for watching videos of overdubbed  
or old movies.  
II  
[PLII MV]  
PRO LOGIC II MUSIC  
[PLII MS]  
5 channel  
5 channel  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode  
decoding. This setting is ideal for normal  
stereo sources such as CDs.  
PRO LOGIC II GAME  
[PLII GM]  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode  
decoding. This setting is ideal for game  
softwares.  
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE 6 channel  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode  
decoding. This setting expands Dolby Pro  
Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to  
discrete 6.1 movie channels.  
IIx*  
[PLIIX MV]  
PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC 6 channel  
[PLIIX MS]  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode  
decoding. This setting is ideal for normal  
stereo sources such as CDs.  
PRO LOGIC IIx GAME 6 channel  
[PLIIX GM]  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game mode  
decoding.  
Neo:6  
Neo:6 Cinema  
[NEO6 CIN]  
6 channel  
Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode  
decoding.  
Neo:6 Music  
[NEO6 MUS]  
6 channel  
Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode  
decoding. This setting is ideal for normal  
stereo sources such as CDs.  
(Multi Stereo) MULTI STEREO  
[MULTI ST.]  
(Multi Stereo)  
Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from  
all speakers. However, sound may not be  
output from certain speakers depending on  
the speaker settings.  
* You cannot select this decoding mode if there is no surround back speaker connected to the receiver.  
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If you connect a sub woofer  
This receiver will generate a low frequency  
signal for output to the sub woofer when there  
is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound  
effect output from a sub woofer to a 2 channel  
signal. However, the low frequency signal is  
not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6  
MUS” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.  
Selecting a pre-  
programmed sound field  
You can take advantage of surround sound  
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-  
programmed sound fields. They bring the  
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters  
and concert halls into your home.  
Notes  
• This function does not work when ANALOG  
SAT  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
DIRECT is selected.  
• DTS Neo:6 does not work for DTS 2CH audio, the  
sound is played back as 2 channel.  
• Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for  
DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling  
frequency of more than 48 kHz.  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MOVIE  
2CH  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
2
5
3
6
A.F.D.  
Tip  
When a multi channel signal is input, only Dolby  
Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective. When you select  
decoding modes other than Dolby Pro Logic IIx,  
multi channel sound (being encoded) is output.  
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a  
sound field for movies or press  
MUSIC repeatedly to select a  
sound field for music.  
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Types of sound field available  
Sound field  
for  
Sound field  
[Display]  
Effect  
Movie  
CINEMA STUDIO EX A  
DCS [C.ST.EX A]  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures  
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production  
studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any  
type of movie.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX B  
DCS [C.ST.EX B]  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures  
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production  
studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or  
action movies with lots of sound effects.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX C  
DCS [C.ST.EX C]  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures  
Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching  
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the  
soundtrack.  
Music  
PORTABLE AUDIO  
[PORTABLE]  
Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable  
audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other  
compressed music.  
HALL [HALL]  
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.  
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.  
JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ]  
LIVE CONCERT  
[CONCERT]  
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.  
Headphone*  
HEADPHONE 2CH  
[HP 2CH]  
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones  
when 2 channel mode (page 53)/A.F.D. mode (page 49) is  
selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass  
the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats  
are downmixed to 2 channels.  
HEADPHONE DIRECT  
[HP DIR]  
Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone,  
sound field, etc.  
HEADPHONE THEATER This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones  
DCS [HP THEA]  
when a sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you  
to experience a theater-like environment while listening  
through a pair of headphones.  
* You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.  
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Notes  
About DCS (Digital Cinema  
Sound)  
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may  
cause increased noise in the playback signal.  
• When listening with sound fields that employ the  
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any  
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.  
• This function does not work when:  
– ANALOG DIRECT is selected.  
Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS  
technology.  
DCS is a unique sound reproduction  
technology for home theater developed by  
Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures  
Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and  
powerful sound of movie theaters at home.  
With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed  
by integrating a DSP (Digital signal processor)  
and measured data, the ideal sound field  
intended by film makers can be experienced at  
home.  
– signals with a sampling frequency of more than  
48 kHz is input.  
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected,  
no sound is output from the sub woofer if all the  
speakers are set to “LARGE” on the SYSTEM  
menu. However, the sound will be output from the  
sub woofer if  
– the digital input signal contains LFE signals.  
– the front and surround speakers are set to  
“SMALL”.  
About CINEMA STUDIO EX  
modes  
– the sound field for movie is selected.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for  
watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with  
multi channel surround effects. You can  
reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony  
Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in  
your home.  
Tip  
You can identify the encoding format of DVD  
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the package.  
: Dolby Digital discs  
: Dolby Surround  
encoded programs  
: DTS Digital Surround encoded  
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of  
the following three elements.  
programs  
• Virtual Multi Dimension  
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a  
single pair of actual surround speakers.  
• Screen Depth Matching  
Creates the sensation that the sound is  
coming from inside the screen like in  
theaters.  
To turn off the surround effect  
for movie/music  
Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D.  
repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.  
• Cinema Studio Reverberation  
Reproduces the type of reverberation found  
in theaters.  
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate  
these three elements simultaneously.  
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Using only the front  
speakers  
Listening to the sound  
without any adjustment  
(ANALOG DIRECT)  
(2CH STEREO)  
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound  
from the front left/right speakers only. There is  
no sound from the sub woofer.  
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely  
bypass the sound field processing and multi  
channel surround formats are downmixed to 2  
channel.  
You can switch the audio of the selected input  
to two channel analog input. This function  
enables you to enjoy high quality analog  
sources.  
When using this function, only the volume and  
front speaker balance can be adjusted.  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
SAT  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLA  
Y
INPUT MODE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SURR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
2CH  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
L
AUDIO  
R
1
4
2
5
3
6
Sound field  
buttons  
1 2  
Press 2CH.  
Note  
No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH  
STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo  
sources using the front left/right speakers and a sub  
woofer, select “A.F.D. AUTO” (page 49).  
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the  
receiver to select the input you  
want to listen to in analog  
audio.  
You can also use the input buttons on the  
remote.  
2 Press DIRECT on the receiver.  
The analog audio is output.  
To cancel ANALOG DIRECT  
Press DIRECT on the receiver again.  
You can also press any sound field buttons.  
Notes  
• When headphones are connected, “HP DIR”  
appears on the display.  
• This function is not available when DMPORT  
input is selected.  
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Resetting sound fields to  
the initial settings  
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for  
this operation.  
Tuner Operations  
Listening to FM/AM radio  
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts  
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,  
make sure you have connected the FM and  
AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page  
24).  
1,2  
?/1  
MASTER VOLUME  
TUNING MODE  
TUNING  
DISPLA  
Y
INPUT MODE  
Tip  
INPUT SELECTOR  
SPEAKERS  
(OFF/A/B)  
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 2.  
AUTO CAL MIC  
PHONES  
MEMORY/  
ENTER  
SURR BACK  
DECODING  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
2CH  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AUTO CAL  
DIRECT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
3
IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
L
AUDIO  
R
Area code  
FM  
AM  
CEL, CEK, SP, AU  
50 kHz  
9 kHz  
2
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the power.  
Automatic tuning  
2 While holding down 2CH, press  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
?/1.  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and  
all sound fields are reset to their initial  
setting.  
1
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
FM MODE  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
RETURN/EXIT  
TV CH –  
MENU  
TV CH +  
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +  
.
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>
TUNING –  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
2
TV  
x
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to  
select the FM or AM band.  
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2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.  
Direct tuning  
Press TUNING + to scan from low to  
high; press TUNING – to scan from high  
to low.  
Enter the frequency of a station directly by  
using the numeric buttons.  
The receiver stops scanning whenever a  
station is received.  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
1
Using the controls on the  
receiver  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM  
or AM band.  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select  
“AUTO T.”.  
3 Turn TUNING +/–.  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
3
8
2
4
>10/  
-
0/10  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
In case of poor FM stereo  
reception  
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to  
select the FM or AM band.  
If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST”  
flashes on the display, select monaural audio  
so that the sound will be less distorted.  
Press FM MODE repeatedly until the  
“MONO” indicator lights up on the display.  
To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE  
repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the  
display does not light up.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
2 Press D.TUNING.  
3 Press the numeric buttons to  
enter the frequency.  
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz  
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0  
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz  
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0  
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust  
the direction of the AM loop antenna  
(aerial) for optimum reception.  
4 Press ENTER.  
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on  
the receiver.  
If you cannot tune in a station  
Make sure you have entered the right  
frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you  
still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is  
not used in your area.  
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3 Press MEMORY.  
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on  
the receiver.  
Presetting radio stations  
“MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds.  
Perform steps 4 and 5 before  
“MEMORY” goes out.  
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30  
AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the  
stations you often listen to.  
4 Press the numeric buttons to  
Presetting radio stations  
select a preset number.  
You can also press PRESET + or  
PRESET – to select a preset number.  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you  
select the preset number, start again from  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
1
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
5 Press ENTER.  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on  
the receiver.  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
4
8
The station is stored as the selected preset  
number.  
>10/  
-
0/10  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press  
ENTER, start again from step 3.  
3,5  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset  
another station.  
RETURN/EXIT  
TV CH –  
MENU  
TV CH +  
PRESET  
+/–  
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +  
.
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TUNING –  
TUNING +  
m
H
M
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to  
select the FM or AM band.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
2 Tune in the station that you  
want to preset using Automatic  
Tuning (page 54) or Direct  
Switch the FM reception mode, if  
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Tuning to preset stations  
Naming preset stations  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3  
DVD  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
SAT  
2CH  
TV  
SA-CD/CD TUNER  
1
1
3
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
A.F.D.  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
AMP MENU  
AUTO CAL  
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
1
4
7
2
5
3
6
9
Numeric  
buttons  
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
D.TUNING  
D.SKIP  
MEMORY DVD MENU  
ENTER  
8
>10/  
-
0/10  
>10/  
-
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
0/10  
ENTER  
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
CLEAR  
FM MODE  
F
f
MUTING  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS  
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
F
f
TV VOL  
MASTER VOL  
G
g
G
g
4-7  
RETURN/EXIT  
TV CH –  
MENU  
TV CH +  
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +  
<
<
>
2
.
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU  
TUNING –  
TUNING +  
m
H
M
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to  
select the FM or AM band.  
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
select the FM or AM band.  
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –  
repeatedly to select the preset  
station you want.  
2 Tune in the preset station you  
want to create an index name  
Each time you press the button, you can  
select a preset station as follows:  
3 Press AMP MENU.  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
01  
02  
03  
30  
04  
29  
05  
28  
...  
27  
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“4-TUNER”.  
You can also press the numeric buttons to  
select the preset station you want. Then,  
press ENTER to enter the selection.  
5 Press  
or b to enter the  
menu.  
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
Using the controls on the  
receiver  
“NAME IN”.  
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM  
or AM band.  
7 Press  
or b to enter the  
parameter.  
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select  
“PRESET T.”.  
3 Turn TUNING +/– to select the preset  
station you want.  
The cursor flashes and you can select a  
character. Follow the procedure given in  
continued  
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To create an index name  
1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name.  
Press V/v to select a character, then press  
B/b to move the cursor to the next position.  
Using the Radio Data  
System (RDS)  
If you made a mistake  
(Models of area code CEL, CEK  
only)  
This receiver also allows you to use RDS  
(Radio Data System), which enables radio  
stations to send additional information along  
with the regular program signal. You can  
display RDS information.  
Press B/b until the character you want to  
change flashes, then press V/v to select the  
correct character.  
Tip  
You can select the character type as follows by  
pressing V/v.  
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols  
Notes  
• RDS is operable only for FM stations.  
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do  
they provide the same type of services. If you are  
not familiar with the RDS services in your area,  
check with your local radio stations for details.  
2 Press  
.
The entered name is registered.  
Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK  
only)  
When you name an RDS station and tune in that  
station, the Program Service name appears instead  
of the name you entered. (You cannot change the  
Program Service name. The name you entered will  
be overwritten by the Program Service name.)  
Receiving RDS broadcasts  
Simply select a station on the FM  
band using direct tuning (page 55),  
automatic tuning (page 54), or  
preset tuning (page 57).  
When you tune in a station that provides RDS  
services, “RDS” lights up and the program  
service name appears on the display.  
Note  
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned  
to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if  
the signal strength is weak.  
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Program type Description  
indication  
Displaying RDS information  
While receiving an RDS station,  
press DISPLAY repeatedly on the  
receiver.  
Each time you press the button, RDS  
information on the display changes cyclically  
as follows:  
VARIED  
Other types of programs such as  
celebrity interviews, panel  
games, and comedy  
POP M  
Popular music programs  
Rock music programs  
Easy Listening  
ROCK M  
EASY M  
LIGHT M  
Program Service name t Frequency t  
Instrumental, vocal, and choral  
music  
a)  
Program Type indication t Radio Text  
b)  
indication t Current Time indication (in  
CLASSICS  
OTHER M  
Performances of major  
orchestras, chamber music,  
opera, etc.  
24-hour system mode) t Sound field  
currently applied  
a)Type of program being broadcast.  
Music that does not fit into any  
categories above, such as Rhythm  
& Blues and Reggae  
b)Text messages sent by the RDS station.  
Notes  
WEATHER  
FINANCE  
Weather information  
• If there is an emergency announcement by  
government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the  
display.  
Stock market reports and trading,  
etc.  
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,  
the message scrolls across the display.  
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS  
service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”)  
appears on the display.  
CHILDREN  
SOCIAL  
Programs for children  
Programs about people and the  
things that affect them  
RELIGION  
PHONE IN  
Programs of religious content  
Programs where members of the  
public express their views by  
phone or in a public forum  
Description of program types  
TRAVEL  
LEISURE  
Programs about travel. Not for  
announcements that are located  
by TP/TA.  
Program type Description  
indication  
NEWS  
News programs  
Programs on recreational  
activities such as gardening,  
fishing, cooking, etc.  
AFFAIRS  
Topical programs that expand on  
current news  
INFO  
Programs offering information on  
a wide spectrum of subjects,  
including consumer affairs and  
medical advice  
JAZZ  
Jazz programs  
COUNTRY  
NATION M  
Country music programs  
Programs featuring the popular  
music of the country or region  
SPORT  
Sports programs  
OLDIES  
FOLK M  
Programs featuring oldies music  
Folk music programs  
EDUCATE  
Educational programs, such as  
“how-to” and advice programs  
DRAMA  
Radio plays and serials  
DOCUMENT Investigative features  
NONE Any programs not defined above  
CULTURE  
Programs about national or  
regional culture, such as language  
and social concerns  
SCIENCE  
Programs about the natural  
sciences and technology  
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Notes  
• Some audio input modes may not be set up  
depending on the input.  
Other Operations  
• When the ANALOG DIRECT function is being  
used, the audio input mode is set to “ANALOG”  
automatically. You cannot select other modes.  
Switching between  
digital and analog audio  
(INPUT MODE)  
When you connect components to both digital  
and analog audio input jacks (SAT) on the  
receiver, you can fix the audio input mode.  
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the  
receiver to select the input.  
You can also use the input buttons on the  
remote.  
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly  
on the receiver to select the  
audio input mode.  
The selected audio input mode appears on  
the display.  
Audio input modes  
• AUTO IN  
Gives priority to digital audio signals when  
there are both digital and analog  
connections. If there are no digital audio  
signals, analog audio signals are selected.  
• HDMI IN  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to  
the HDMI jack.  
• COAX IN  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to  
the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.  
• OPT IN  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to  
the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.  
• ANALOG  
Specifies the analog audio signals input to  
the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.  
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Enjoying the DIGITAL  
MEDIA PORT  
(DMPORT)  
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)  
allows you to enjoy sound from a network  
system such as a portable audio source or  
computer.  
By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound  
from the connected component on the  
receiver.  
For details, refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter.  
Notes  
• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL  
MEDIA PORT adapter.  
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL  
MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned  
on.  
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter, video output may not be possible.  
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are  
available for purchase depending on the area.  
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You can also view the images on the TV  
screen by connecting the video output of the  
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the  
receiver.  
To view the images, proceed to “Watching a  
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter  
You can listen to the sound from the  
component connected through the DIGITAL  
MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack  
on the receiver.  
TV  
DIGITAL  
DVD IN  
VIDEO 2/BD IN  
(ASSIGNABLE)  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
SAT  
IN  
HDMI  
AM  
A
VIDEO  
IN  
1
COAXIAL  
DVD  
IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO IN  
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT  
DMPORT  
DVD  
MONITOR  
L
L
L
DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter  
AUDIO OUT  
R
R
R
IN  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
SUB  
SA-CD/  
CD  
TV  
SAT  
VIDEO 1  
WOOFE  
A
To one of the  
VIDEO IN jacks  
VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
Front panel  
* The type of connector varies depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.  
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.  
AVideo cord (not supplied)  
Notes  
To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA  
• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the  
arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the  
DMPORT jack.  
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly,  
insert the connector straight in.  
PORT adapter from DMPORT  
jack  
DMPORT  
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when  
placing or moving the receiver.  
2
1
Press and hold both sides of the connector and  
then pull out the connector.  
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6 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
the composite video input you  
want to assign to DMPORT  
input.  
Listening to a connected  
component through DMPORT  
connection  
Initial setting: –NONE  
1 Press DMPORT.  
The assignable composite video input are  
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 3, DVD and SAT  
inputs.  
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR  
on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.  
2 Start playback of the connected  
For example, select “–VIDEO 1”.  
When you press DMPORT, the images  
from the component connected to the  
VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN jack through  
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter will  
appear on the TV screen.  
component.  
The sound is played back on the receiver.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL  
MEDIA PORT adapter.  
Watching a connected  
component through DMPORT  
connection  
To return to the previous  
display  
Press B.  
Notes  
You need to assign a composite video input to  
DMPORT input so that you can view the  
images on the TV screen.  
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter, you can operate the connected  
component by using the remote. For details on the  
remote button operation, see page 9.  
• Be sure you have made the video connection from  
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the receiver  
1 Press AMP MENU.  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR OUT  
jack of the receiver to the TV (page 62).  
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter, video output may not be possible.  
“6-VIDEO”.  
3 Press  
or b to enter the  
menu.  
Tip  
When listening to MP3 or other compressed music  
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the  
sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select  
“PORTABLE” (page 50).  
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“DMPORT V.”.  
5 Press  
or b to enter the  
parameter.  
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8 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
the input (“DVD” in the  
Listening to digital sound  
from other inputs  
(DIGITAL ASSIGN)  
example) you want to assign to  
the digital audio input jack  
selected in step 6.  
When “DVD” input is selected, the sound  
of the DVD player will become a digital  
sound through the OPTICAL VIDEO 1  
IN jack.  
The input you can assign varies for each  
audio input. For details, see the following  
“Assignable inputs for digital audio  
input”.  
You can reassign digital audio input that has  
OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN, VIDEO 1  
IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when  
they are not currently being used.  
For example, to output the sound source for  
the DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack  
on the receiver:  
• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD  
player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN jack of  
the receiver.  
• Assign “VD1” to “DVD” in the “D.  
ASSIGN” setting.  
Assignable inputs for digital  
audio input  
The initial setting is marked with an  
underscore.  
1 Press AMP MENU.  
Digital audio Assignable  
Display  
input  
inputs  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
DVD  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
VIDEO 1  
OPTICAL  
VD1– VD1  
VD1– VD2  
VD1– VD3  
VD1– DVD  
VD1– TV  
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“5-AUDIO”.  
3 Press  
or b to enter the  
TV  
menu.  
SA-CD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
DVD  
VD1– CD  
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
DVD  
COAXIAL  
DVD– VD1  
DVD– VD2  
DVD– VD3  
DVD– DVD  
DVD– SAT  
DVD– TV  
DVD– CD  
SAT– VD2  
SAT– VD3  
SAT– DVD  
SAT–SAT  
SAT– TV  
“D. ASSIGN”.  
5 Press  
or b to enter the  
parameter.  
SAT  
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select a  
vacant digital audio input  
(“VD1” in the example).  
TV  
SA-CD/CD  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
DVD  
SAT  
OPTICAL  
7 Press  
or b to enter your  
selection.  
SAT  
TV  
SA-CD/CD  
SAT– CD  
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Notes  
• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio  
input to the same input.  
Naming inputs  
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for  
inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.  
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with  
the names of the connected components.  
• You cannot use the digital audio input as the  
original input when it has been reassigned to  
another input.  
• When you assign the digital audio input, the  
INPUT MODE setting may change automatically  
1 Press the input button to select  
the input you want to create an  
index name for.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
2 Press AMP MENU.  
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.  
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select  
“5-AUDIO” or “6-VIDEO”.  
4 Press  
or b to enter the  
menu.  
5 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”.  
6 Press or b to enter the  
parameter.  
The cursor flashes and you can select a  
character. Follow the procedure given in  
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Changing the display  
Using the Sleep Timer  
You can check the sound field, etc., by  
changing the information on the display.  
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for  
this operation.  
You can set the receiver to turn off  
automatically at a specified time.  
Press SLEEP repeatedly while the  
power is on.  
Each time you press the button, the display  
changes cyclically as follows:  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.  
Each time you press the button, the display  
changes cyclically as follows.  
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00  
t OFF  
All inputs except the FM and AM  
band  
When sleep timer is activated, the display  
dims.  
a)  
Index name of the input t Selected input  
t Sound field currently applied  
Note  
If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver  
after the display dims, the display brightens up.  
After a while, the display dims again if no button is  
pressed.  
FM and AM band  
b)  
Program Service name or preset station  
a)  
name t Frequency t Program Type  
b)  
b)  
Tip  
indication t Radio Text indication t  
To check the remaining time before the receiver  
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears  
on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep  
timer will be canceled.  
Current Time indication (in 24-hour system  
b)  
mode) t Sound field currently applied  
a)Index name appears only when you have assigned  
one to the input or preset station (page 57, 65).  
Index name does not appear when only blank  
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the  
input name.  
b)During RDS reception only (models of area code  
CEL, CEK only) (page 58).  
Note  
Character or marks may not be displayed for some  
languages.  
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Recording using the  
receiver  
Using the Remote  
Changing button  
assignments  
You can change the factory settings of the  
input buttons to suit the components in your  
system. For example, if you connect a DVD  
recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver,  
you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote  
to control the DVD recorder.  
Recording onto a recording  
media  
You can record from a video component using  
the receiver. See the operating instructions  
supplied with your recording component.  
1 Press one of the input buttons  
to select the playback  
component.  
1 Hold down the input button of  
which you want to change the  
assignment.  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on  
the receiver.  
Example: Hold down VIDEO 1.  
2 Prepare the playback  
component for playing.  
2 Referring to the table below,  
press the corresponding  
button for the category you  
want.  
For example, insert the video tape you  
want to copy into the VCR.  
3 Prepare the recording  
Example: Press 4.  
Now you can use the VIDEO 1 button to  
control the DVD recorder.  
component.  
Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the  
recording component (VIDEO 1) for  
recording.  
4 Start recording on the  
recording component, then  
start playback on the playback  
component.  
Notes  
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent  
recording. In this case, you may not be able to  
record from the source.  
• When DMPORT input is selected and you have  
assigned VIDEO 1 input to DMPORT input, no  
video signals are output from the VIDEO 1 VIDEO  
OUT jack.  
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Categories and the  
corresponding buttons  
Additional Information  
Categories  
Press  
a)  
Glossary  
VCR (command mode VTR 3)  
1
2
3
a)  
VCR (command mode VTR 2)  
x Component video  
DVD player/DVD recorder  
A format for transmitting video signal  
information consisting of three separate  
signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and  
chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as  
DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted  
more faithfully. The three jacks are color -  
coded green, blue and red.  
b)  
(command mode DVD1)  
DVD recorder  
(command mode DVD3)  
4
b)  
CD player  
5
6
7
8
9
Euro Digital Satellite Receiver  
DVR (Digital CATV terminal)  
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)  
Blu-ray disc player  
x Composite video  
A standard format for transmitting video  
signal information. The luminance signal Y  
and chrominance signal C are combined and  
transmitted together.  
c)  
(command mode BD1)  
Blu-ray disc recorder  
(command mode BD3)  
0/10  
-/--  
c)  
x Dolby Digital  
TV  
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology  
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It  
consists of front (left/right), center, surround  
(left/right) and sub woofer channels. It is a  
designated audio standard for DVD-video and  
also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since  
surround information is recorded and  
reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with  
fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby  
surround.  
Not assigned  
ENTER/  
MEMORY  
a)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3  
setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS  
respectively.  
b)Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or  
DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.  
c)For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with the blu-ray  
disc player or blu-ray disc recorder.  
x Dolby Digital Surround EX  
Acoustic technology developed by Dolby  
Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information  
is matrixed into regular left and right surround  
channels so that the sound can be reproduced  
in 6.1 channel. Active scenes, especially, are  
recreated with a more dynamic and realistic  
sound field.  
To clear all remote button  
assignments  
Press ?/1, DMPORT and MASTER VOL – at  
the same time.  
The remote is reset to its factory settings.  
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x Dolby Pro Logic II  
x DTS-ES  
This technology converts 2 channel stereo  
recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback.  
There is a MOVIE mode for movies and  
MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as  
music. Old movies encoded in the traditional  
stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1  
channel surround sound.  
Format for 6.1 channel playback with  
surround back information. There are two  
modes, “Discrete 6.1” which records all  
channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1”  
which matrixes surround back channel into LS  
(left surround) and RS (right surround)  
channels. It is ideal for playback of motion  
picture soundtracks.  
x Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Technology for 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel)  
playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby  
Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channel Dolby  
Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in  
7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel). Furthermore,  
existing stereo recorded content can also be  
reproduced in 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel).  
x DTS Neo:6  
This technology converts 2 channel stereo  
recorded audio for 6.1 channel playback.  
There are two modes to select according to the  
playback source or your preference, CINEMA  
for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources  
such as music.  
x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro  
Logic)  
x HDMI (High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface)  
Audio processing technology developed by  
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono  
surround information is matrixed into two  
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is  
decoded and output in 4 channel surround  
sound. This is the most common audio  
processing method for DVD-video.  
HDMI is an interface that supports both video  
and audio on a single digital connection. The  
HDMI connection carries standard to high  
definition video signals and multi-channel  
audio signals to audio/video components, such  
as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form  
without degradation. The HDMI specification  
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital  
Contents Protection), a copy protection  
technology that incorporates coding  
x DTS 96/24  
A high sound quality digital signal format. It  
records audio at a sampling frequency and bit  
rate of 96kHz/24bit which is the highest  
possible for DVD-video. The number of  
playback channels varies depending on the  
software.  
technology for digital video signals.  
x Sampling frequency  
To convert analog audio to digital, analog data  
should be quantified. This process is called  
sampling, and the number of times per second  
the analog data is quantified is called the  
sampling frequency. A standard music CD  
stores data quantified at 44,100 times per  
second, which is expressed as a sampling  
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a  
higher sampling frequency means better sound  
quality.  
x DTS Digital Surround  
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology  
for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It  
compresses audio less than Dolby Digital,  
delivering a higher quality sound  
reproduction.  
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On placement  
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate  
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and  
prolong the life of the receiver.  
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources,  
or in a place subject to direct sunlight,  
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.  
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet  
that might block the ventilation holes and  
cause malfunctions.  
Precautions  
On safety  
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the  
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it  
checked by qualified personnel before  
operating it any further.  
• Do not place the receiver near equipment  
such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. If  
the receiver is being used in combination  
with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is  
placed too close to that equipment, noise  
may result, and picture quality may suffer.  
This is especially likely when using an  
indoor antenna (aerial). Therefore, we  
recommend using an outdoor antenna  
(aerial).  
On power sources  
• Before operating the receiver, check that the  
operating voltage is identical with your local  
power supply.  
The operating voltage is indicated on the  
nameplate on the back of the receiver.  
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC  
power source (mains) as long as it is  
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit  
itself has been turned off.  
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a  
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver  
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC  
power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug  
itself; never pull the cord.  
• Use caution when placing the receiver on  
surfaces that have been specially treated  
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or  
discoloration of the surface may result.  
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be  
changed only at a qualified service shop.  
On operation  
Before connecting other components, be sure  
to turn off and unplug the receiver.  
On heat buildup  
Although the receiver heats up during  
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you  
continuously use this receiver at a large  
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,  
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid  
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.  
On cleaning  
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a  
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild  
detergent solution. Do not use any type of  
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,  
such as alcohol or benzine.  
If you have any questions or problems  
concerning your receiver, please consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
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There is no sound from one of the front  
speakers.  
Troubleshooting  
If you experience any of the following  
difficulties while using the receiver, use this  
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the  
problem.  
• Connect a pair of headphones to the  
PHONES jack to verify that sound is  
output from the headphones. If only one  
channel is output from the headphones, the  
component may not be connected to the  
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords  
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the  
receiver and the component. If both  
channels are output from the headphones,  
the front speaker may not be connected to  
the receiver correctly. Check the  
Audio  
There is no sound, no matter which  
component is selected, or only a very  
low-level sound is heard.  
connection of the front speaker which is  
not outputting any sound.  
• Check that the speakers and components  
are connected securely.  
• Make sure you have connected to both the  
L and R jacks of an analog component, and  
not only to either the L or R jack. Use an  
audio cord (not supplied).  
• Check that both the receiver and all  
components are turned on.  
• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set  
to “VOL MIN”.  
• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) is  
not set to “OFF”.  
• Check that headphones are not connected.  
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting  
function.  
• Check that you have selected the correct  
component with the input buttons.  
• The protective device on the receiver has  
been activated. Turn off the receiver,  
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and  
turn on the power again.  
There is no sound from analog 2  
channel sources.  
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to  
“COAX IN” or “OPT IN” for the selected  
There is no sound from digital sources  
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).  
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to  
“ANALOG”. Check that the INPUT  
MODE is not set to “COAX IN” for the  
sources from the OPTICAL input jack, or  
to “OPT IN” for the sources from the  
COAXIAL input jack (page 60).  
• Check that ANALOG DIRECT is not set  
to on.  
There is no sound from a specific  
component.  
• Check that the component is connected  
correctly to the audio input jacks for that  
component.  
• Check that the cord(s) used for the  
connection is (are) fully inserted into the  
jacks on both the receiver and the  
component.  
continued  
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The source sound input from the HDMI  
jack is not output from the receiver or  
the TV speaker.  
• Check the HDMI connection.  
You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD  
by connecting HDMI.  
• Depending on the playback component,  
you may need to set up the component.  
Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with each component.  
There is no sound from the surround  
back speaker.  
• Some discs have no Dolby Digital  
Surround EX flag even though the  
packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX  
logos. In this case, select “SB ON” (page  
36).  
There is no sound from the sub woofer.  
• Check that the sub woofer is connected  
correctly and securely.  
• Make sure you have turned on your sub  
woofer.  
The left and right sounds are  
unbalanced or reversed.  
• Check that the speakers and components  
are connected correctly and securely.  
• Adjust the balance parameters using the  
LEVEL menu.  
• Make sure the sub woofer is set to “YES”  
• There is no sound from the sub woofer  
depending on the sound field.  
There is severe hum or noise.  
• Check that the speakers and components  
are connected securely.  
• Check that the connecting cords are away  
from a transformer or motor, and at least  
3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent  
light.  
The surround effect cannot be  
obtained.  
• Make sure the sound field function is on  
(press MOVIE, or MUSIC).  
• Sound fields do not function for signals  
with a sampling frequency of more than  
48 kHz.  
• Move your audio components away from  
the TV.  
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them  
with a cloth slightly moistened with  
alcohol.  
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel  
sound is not reproduced.  
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing  
is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS  
format.  
There is no sound, or only a very low-  
level sound is heard from the center/  
surround/surround back speakers.  
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode  
• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to  
the digital input jacks of this receiver,  
check the audio setting (the settings for the  
audio output) of the connected component.  
• Adjust the speaker level (page 30).  
• Make sure the center/surround speakers  
are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE”  
• Make sure the surround back speaker is set  
to “YES” (page 38).  
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Video  
Tuner  
There is no picture or an unclear  
picture appears on the TV screen.  
• Select the appropriate input using the input  
buttons.  
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
• Move your audio components away from  
the TV.  
• Assign the composite video input to the  
DMPORT input correctly.  
The FM reception is poor.  
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)  
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM  
antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you  
connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna  
(aerial), ground it against lightning. To  
prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the  
ground wire to a gas pipe.  
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)  
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter video output may not be  
possible.  
Receiver  
ANTENNA  
The source image input to the HDMI  
jack on the receiver is not output from  
the TV.  
AM  
Ground wire  
(not supplied)  
• Check the HDMI connection.  
• Depending on the playback component,  
you may need to set up the component.  
Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with each component.  
To ground  
Recording cannot be carried out.  
• Check that the components are connected  
correctly.  
• Select the source component using the  
input buttons.  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
• Check that the antennas (aerials) are  
connected securely. Adjust the antennas  
(aerials) and connect an external antenna  
(aerial), if necessary.  
• The signal strength of the stations is too  
weak (when tuning in with automatic  
tuning). Use direct tuning.  
• Make sure you set the tuning interval  
correctly (when tuning in AM stations  
with direct tuning).  
• No stations have been preset or the preset  
stations have been cleared (when tuning by  
scanning preset stations). Preset the  
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver  
so that the frequency appears on the  
display.  
RDS does not work.*  
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM  
RDS station.  
• Select a stronger FM station.  
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If you are unable to remedy the  
problem using the  
The RDS information that you want  
does not appear.*  
troubleshooting guide  
• Contact the radio station and find out  
whether they actually provide the service  
in question. If so, the service may be  
temporarily out of order.  
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy  
the problem (page 25). However, note that all  
memorized settings will be reset to their  
factory settings and you will have to readjust  
all settings on the receiver.  
* Models of area code CEL, CEK only.  
If the problem persist  
Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if  
service personnel changes some parts during  
repair, these parts may be retained.  
Remote commander  
The remote does not function.  
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on  
the receiver.  
• Remove any obstacles in the path between  
the remote and the receiver.  
Reference sections for clearing  
the receiver’s memory  
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with  
new ones, if they are weak.  
• Make sure you select the correct input on  
the remote.  
To clear  
See  
All memorized settings  
Customized sound fields  
Error messages  
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a  
message. You can check the condition of the  
system by the message. Refer to the following  
table to solve the problem. If any problem  
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
If an error message appears while you perform  
codes” (page 29) to solve the problem.  
DEC. EROR  
Appears when a signal the receiver cannot  
decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and “DEC.  
PRI.” on the AUDIO menu is set to “DEC.  
PCM”. Set it to “DEC. AUTO” (page 37).  
PROTECT  
Irregular current is output from the  
speakers. The receiver will automatically  
turn off after a few seconds. Check the  
speaker connection and turn on the power  
again.  
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Inputs  
Analog  
Sensitivity: 500 mV/  
50 kohms  
Specifications  
3)  
S/N : 96 dB  
4)  
Amplifier section  
Models of area code CEL, CEK, AU  
Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz –  
20 kHz, THD 0.09%)  
(A, 500 mV )  
1)  
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms  
S/N: 100 dB  
(A, 20 kHz LPF)  
85 W + 85 W  
Stereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz,  
THD 1%)  
Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB  
(A, 20 kHz LPF)  
Outputs (Analog)  
100 W + 100 W  
Surround Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz,  
AUDIO OUT  
Voltage: 500 mV/  
10 kohms  
2)  
THD 10%)  
SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm  
Equalizer  
Gain levels  
140 W/ch  
6 dB, 1 dB step  
1)  
Models of area code SP  
3)INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equzlizer  
bypassed).  
Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz –  
20 kHz, THD 0.09%)  
4)Weighted network, input level.  
70 W + 70 W  
Stereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz,  
THD 1%)  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
FM wire antenna  
80 W + 80 W  
2)  
Antenna  
Surround Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz,  
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced  
Intermediate frequency  
10.7 MHz  
THD 10%)  
120 W/ch  
1)Measured under the following conditions:  
AM tuner section  
Tuning range  
Area code  
CEL, CEK, SP  
AU  
Power requirements  
230 V AC, 50 Hz  
Area code  
Tuning scale  
240 V AC, 50 Hz  
10 kHz step 9 kHz step  
2)Reference power output for front, center, surround  
and surround back speakers. Depending on the  
sound field settings and the source, there may be  
no sound output.  
CEL, CEK, AU, SP  
531 –  
1,602 kHz  
Antenna  
Loop antenna  
Intermediate frequency  
450 kHz  
Frequency response  
Analog  
10 Hz – 70 kHz  
+0.5/–2 dB (with sound  
field and equalizer  
bypassed)  
Video section  
Inputs/Outputs  
Video:  
1 Vp-p/75 ohms  
COMPONENT VIDEO:  
Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms  
PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms  
PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms  
80 MHz HD Pass Through  
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General  
Power requirements  
Area code  
CEL, CEK  
AU  
Power requirements  
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
240 V AC, 50 Hz  
SP  
230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)  
DC OUT  
5 V, 700 mA  
Power consumption  
Area code  
CEL, CEK, AU  
SP  
Power consumption  
220 W  
210 W  
Power consumption (during standby mode)  
0.3 W (when  
“CONTROL” in VIDEO  
menu is set to “CTRL  
OFF”)  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
430 × 157.5 × 310 mm  
including projecting parts  
and controls  
Mass (Approx.)  
7.8 kg  
Supplied accessories  
FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)  
AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)  
Remote commander RM-AAU015 (1)  
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)  
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or  
ECM-AC2a) (1)  
For details on the area code of the  
component you are using, see page 2.  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia  

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