Amplificator Audio SONY - STRDH500 - US

4-129-450-11(1)
Multi Channel AV
Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-DH500
©2009 Sony Corporation
For customers in the United
WARNING States
To reduce the risk of fire or electric Owner’s Record
shock, do not expose this apparatus to The model and serial numbers are located on the rear
rain or moisture. of the unit. Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
ventilation opening of the apparatus with Model No. Serial No.
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place
the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on This symbol is intended to alert the
the apparatus. user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not product’s enclosure that may be of
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and sufficient magnitude to constitute a
do not place objects filled with liquids, such as risk of electric shock to persons.
vases, on the apparatus. This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such operating and maintenance
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from appliance.
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the Important Safety Instructions
unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet 1) Read these instructions.
immediately. 2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery- 4) Follow all instructions.
installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
the like. 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
itself has been turned off. radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and heat.
headphones can cause hearing loss. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
For customers in the United two blades with one wider than the other. A
States and Canada grounding type plug has two blades and a third
This symbol is intended to alert grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
the user to the presence of the Hot prong are provided for your safety. If the
Surface that may be hot if it is provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
touched during the normal consult an electrician for replacement of the
operation. obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
mark. receptacles, and the point where they exit from
As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony the apparatus.
Corporation has determined that this 11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by
product meets the ENERGY STAR® the manufacturer.
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or CAUTION
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution not expressly approved in this manual could void
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to your authority to operate this equipment.
avoid injury from tip-over.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord
should be connected to the apparatus and the
speakers in accordance with the following
instructions.
13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.
when unused for long periods of time. 2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. speaker cord.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has 3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the power cord from the MAINS before
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, disconnecting the speaker cord from the
does not operate normally, or has been dropped. apparatus and the speakers.
The following FCC statement

applies only to the version of
this model manufactured for
sale in the U.S.A. Other
versions may not comply with
FCC technical regulations.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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About This Manual On Copyrights
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
• The instructions in this manual are for model
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
STR-DH500. Check your model number by
System.
looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
In this manual, models of area code U is used for
Laboratories.
illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are
difference in operation is clearly indicated in the
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
text, for example, “Models of area code U only”.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
• The instructions in this manual describe the
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
controls on the supplied remote. You can also use
6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents
the controls on the receiver if they have the same
issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital
or similar names as those on the remote.
Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS
logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
About area codes
© 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
(see the illustration below).
Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
FRONT
L
CENTER SURROUND
R L
SPEAKERS
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area

code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
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Table of Contents
Description and location of parts .................. 6
Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround
Getting Started sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) .......39
1: Installing the speakers............................. 13 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....41
2: Connecting the speakers ......................... 14 Using only the front speakers
3: Connecting the TV.................................. 15 (2CH STEREO)......................................43
4a: Connecting the audio components ........ 16 Listening to the sound without any
4b: Connecting the video components ........ 17 adjustment (ANALOG DIRECT)...........44
5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) ........... 22 Resetting sound fields to the initial
6: Preparing the receiver and the remote..... 23 settings....................................................44
7: Adjusting the speaker levels and
balance (TEST TONE)........................... 24
Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio ..........................45
Playback Presetting radio stations...............................47
Selecting a component ................................ 25
Listening/Watching a component................ 27
Other Operations
Switching between digital and analog
Amplifier Operations audio (INPUT MODE)...........................49
Navigating through menus .......................... 29 Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) ............ 32 (DMPORT).............................................49
Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) ............... 33 Changing the display ...................................52
Settings for the surround sound Using the Sleep Timer .................................52
(SUR menu) ........................................... 33 Recording using the receiver .......................53
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu) ........ 34
Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) ........ 34
Settings for the video (VIDEO menu) ........ 35
Using the Remote
Settings for the system Changing button assignments......................53
(SYSTEM menu) ................................... 36
Additional Information
Glossary.......................................................54
Precautions ..................................................56
Troubleshooting...........................................57
Specifications ..............................................61
Index ............................................................63
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Description and location of parts
Front panel
1 2 3 4 5
MASTER VOLUME
?/1
INPUT SELECTOR
MEMORY/ 2CH/
INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING ENTER A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING
PHONES
qs qa q; 9 8 7 6
Name Function Name Function

A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on H DISPLAY Press to select information
(on/standby) or off (page 23, 27, 28, 44). displayed on the display
(page 52).
B INPUT Turn to select the input
SELECTOR source to play back (page 25, I 2CH/ Press to select a sound field
26, 27, 28, 44, 45, 48, 49, 53). A.DIRECT (page 39).
C Display The current status of the A.F.D.
selected component or a list
MOVIE
of selectable items appears
here (page 7). MUSIC
D Remote Receives signals from remote J TUNING Press to operate the tuner
sensor commander. MODE (FM/AM) (page 45).
E MASTER Turn to adjust the volume TUNING +/–
VOLUME level of all speakers at the
same time (page 25, 26, 27, MEMORY/
28). ENTER
F MUTING Press to turn off the sound K INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode
temporarily. when the same components
Press MUTING again to are connected to both digital
restore the sound (page 26). and analog jacks (page 49).
G DIMMER Press repeatedly to adjust L PHONES jack Connects to headphones

brightness of the display. (page 57).
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About the indicators on the display
1 2 3 4 5 5 6
SW LFE OPT HDMI DTS MEMORY PLII

COAX D.RANGE MONO SLEEP ST D
L C R
SL S SR
q; 9 8 7

A SW Lights up when subwoofer D DTS Lights up when the receiver is
selection is set to “YES” (page decoding DTS signals.
36) and the audio signal is Note
output from the SUBWOOFER When playing a DTS format
jack. disc, be sure that you have
made digital connections and
B LFE Lights up when the disc being
that INPUT MODE is set to
played back contains an LFE
“AUTO” (page 49).
(Low Frequency Effect)
channel and the LFE channel E Tuning Lights up when using the
signal is actually being indicators receiver to tune in radio
reproduced. stations (page 45), etc.
C Input Light up to indicate the current MEMORY A memory function, such as
indicators input. Preset Memory (page 47), etc.,
is activated.
OPT Lights up when BD input is MONO Monaural broadcast
selected. However, “NO ST Stereo broadcast
INPUT” appears on the display A preset station number
if no digital signal is input appears when the preset radio
through the OPTICAL jack. station is selected.
“OPT” also lights up when Note
SAT input is selected if INPUT The preset station number will
MODE is set to “AUTO” and change according to the preset
the source signal is a digital station you select.
signal being input through the For details on presetting radio
OPTICAL jack. stations, see page 47.
COAX Lights up when DVD input is
selected. However, “NO
INPUT” appears on the display
if no digital signal is input
through the COAXIAL jack.
HDMI Lights up when the receiver
recognizes a component
connected via an HDMI IN
jack (page 18).
continued
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Name Function
F Dolby Pro Lights up one of the respective
Logic indicators when the receiver
indicators applies Dolby Pro Logic
processing to 2 channel signals
in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.
PL Dolby Pro Logic

PLII Dolby Pro Logic II
Note
These indicators do not light up
if both the center and surround
speakers are set to “NO” (page
36) and you select a sound field
using the A.F.D. button.
G D Lights up when the receiver is
decoding Dolby Digital signals.
Note
When playing a Dolby Digital
format disc, be sure that you
have made digital connections
and that INPUT MODE is set to
“AUTO” (page 49).
H SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is
activated (page 52).
I D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page
30).
J Playback The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate
channel the channels being played back.
indicators The boxes around the letters vary
to show how the receiver
downmixes the source sound
(based on the speaker settings).
L Front Left
R Front Right
C Center (monaural)
SL Surround Left
SR Surround Right
S Surround (monaural or the
surround components obtained
by Pro Logic processing)
Example:
Recording format (Front/
Surround): 3/2.1
Output channel: When surround
speakers are set to “NO” (page
31)
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
SW
L C R
SL SR
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Rear panel
1 2
HDMI ANTENNA
SAT IN DVD IN BD IN OUT
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
SAT IN IN OUT IN OUT
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR
FRONT
SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR
OUT L
DVD CENTER SURROUND
IN COMPONENT VIDEO DVD MONITOR R L
COAXIAL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO
DIGITAL IN IN IN OUT IN OUT
L R
DC5V
0.7A MAX R
DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS
7 6 5 4 3
A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section C SPEAKERS section

OPTICAL Connects to a DVD Connects to the
IN jacks player, etc. The speakers (page 14).
COAXIAL jack
COAXIAL IN provides a better
jack sound quality (page
18, 20, 21).
HDMI IN/ Connects to a
OUT* jacks satellite tuner,
DVD player or a
D VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
Blu-ray disc player.
The image and the section
sound are output to AUDIO IN/ Connects to a VCR,
a TV (page 18). White (L) OUT jacks DVD player, etc.
(page 15–22).
B ANTENNA section Red (R)
FM Connects to the
VIDEO IN/
ANTENNA supplied FM wire Yellow
OUT* jacks
jack antenna (aerial)
(page 22).
AM Connects to the
ANTENNA supplied AM loop
terminals antenna (aerial)
(page 22).
continued
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E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section Remote commander
AUDIO IN Connects to a Super
White (L) jacks Audio CD player, You can use the supplied remote to operate the
CD player, etc. receiver and to control the Sony audio/video
Red (R) (page 16). components that the remote is assigned to
operate (page 53).
AUDIO OUT Connects to a
Black
jack subwoofer (page
14). RM-AAU020
F COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ TV INPUT TV ?/1

1
?/1
OUTPUT section SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1
wa 2
COMPONENT Connects to a DVD SYSTEM STANDBY
Green VIDEO BD DVD SAT
VIDEO IN/ player, TV, or a
(Y)
OUT* jacks satellite tuner. You TV SA-CD/CD TUNER 3
Blue can enjoy high
(PB/CB) quality image (page 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
Red 15, 20, 21). 4
DVD/BD
(PR/CR) MENU
1 2 3 5
D.SKIP
G DMPORT w; 4 5 6 6
D.TUNING
DMPORT Connects to a 7 8 9 7
jack DIGITAL MEDIA >10/ MEMORY AMP MENU
PORT adapter ql - 0/10 ENTER 8
CLEAR
(page 50). qk TOOLS/ 9
DISPLAY OPTIONS MUTING
* You can watch the selected input image when you qj q;

TV VOL
connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack MASTER VOL
to a TV or projector (page 15, 18). qh

qa
qg
RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME
qf TV CH – TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
. < < >
TUNING – TUNING +
m H M
qs
TV FM MODE
qd X x
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A TV ?/1 Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at H AMP MENU Press to display the menu of
(on/standby) the same time to turn the TV the receiver. Then, use V, v,
on or off. B, b and (P) to perform
menu operations.
AV ?/1 Press to turn on or off the
(on/standby) Sony audio/video components I MEMORY Press to store a station.
that the remote is assigned to
ENTER Press to enter the value after
operate (page 53).
selecting a channel, disc or
If you press ?/1 (B) at the
track using the numeric
same time, it will turn off the
buttons of the TV, VCR or
receiver and other Sony
satellite tuner.
components (SYSTEM
STANDBY). J MUTING Press to turn off the sound
Note temporarily.
The function of the AV ?/1 Press MUTING again to
switch changes automatically restore the sound.
each time you press the input Press MUTING and TV (M)
buttons (C). at the same time to activate
the TV’s muting function.
B ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or
(on/standby) off. K TV VOL Press TV VOL +/– and TV
To turn off all Sony +a)/– (M) at the same time to adjust
components, press ?/1 and the volume level of the TV.
AV ?/1 (A) at the same time
(SYSTEM STANDBY). MASTER Press to adjust the volume
VOL +a)/– level of all speakers at the
C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to same time.
select the component you
want to use. When you press L ./>b) Press to skip a track of the CD
any of the input buttons, the player, DVD player or Blu-
receiver turns on. The buttons ray disc player.
are factory assigned to control REPLAY < / Press to replay the previous
Sony components. ADVANCE < scene or fast forward the
You can change the button current scene of the VCR,
assignments following the DVD player or Blu-ray disc
steps in “Changing button player.
assignments” on page 53.
m/Mb) Press to
D 2CH Press to select a sound field. – search tracks in the forward/
A.F.D. reverse direction of the
DVD player.
MOVIE – start fast forward/rewind of
the VCR, CD player or Blu-
MUSIC
ray disc player.
E DVD/BD Press to display the menu of
Ha)b) Press to start playback of the
MENU the DVD or Blu-ray disc on
VCR, CD player, DVD player
the TV screen. Then, use V, v,
or Blu-ray disc player.
B, b and (P) to perform
menu operations. Xb) Press to pause playback or
recording of the VCR, CD
F D.SKIP Press to skip a disc when
player, DVD player or Blu-
using a multi-disc changer.
ray disc player. (Also starts
G D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning recording with components in
mode. recording standby.)
continued
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xb) Press to stop playback of the P After pressing DVD/BD
VCR, CD player, DVD player , MENU (E), AMP MENU
or Blu-ray disc player. V/v/B/b (H) or MENU/HOME (N),
press V, v, B or b to select the
FM MODE Press to select the FM
settings. Then, press to
monaural or stereo reception.
enter the selection if you have
TV CH +/– Press TV CH +/– and TV (M) pressed DVD/BD MENU or
at the same time to select MENU/HOME previously.
preset TV channels. Press also to enter the
selection of the receiver,
PRESET +/– Press to select VCR, satellite tuner, CD
– preset stations. player, DVD player or Blu-
– preset channels of the VCR ray disc player.
or satellite tuner.
Q DISPLAY Press to select information
TUNING +/– Press to scan a station. displayed on the TV screen of
M TV Press TV and the button with the VCR, satellite tuner, CD
orange printing at the same player, DVD player or Blu-
time to enable TV operation. ray disc player.
Press DISPLAY and TV (M)
N MENU/HOME Press to display the menu of at the same time to display
the VCR, DVD player, TV’s information on the TV
satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc screen.
player on the TV screen.
Press MENU/HOME and TV R TOOLS/ Press to display and select the
(M) at the same time to OPTIONS options of the DVD player or
display the TV’s menu. Blu-ray disc player.
Then, use V, v, B, b and Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and
(P) to perform menu TV (M) at the same time to
operations. display options applicable to
the Sony TV.
O RETURN/ Press to
EXIT O – return to the previous menu. S -/-- Press to select the channel
– exit the menu while the entry mode, either one or two
menu or on-screen guide of digit of the VCR.
the VCR, DVD player, Press -/-- and TV (M) at the
satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc same time to select the
player is displayed on the channel entry mode, either
TV screen. one or two digits of the TV.
Press RETURN/EXIT O and >10/ x
Press to select
TV (M) at the same time to – track numbers over 10 of the
return to the previous menu or VCR, satellite tuner or CD
exit the TV’s menu while the player.
menu is displayed on the TV – channel numbers of the
screen. Digital CATV terminal.
CLEAR Press to clear a mistake when
you press the incorrect
numeric button.
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Name Function
T Numeric Press to Getting Started
Getting Started
buttons – preset/tune to preset
(number 5a)) stations.
– select track numbers of the 1: Installing the speakers
CD player, DVD player or
Blu-ray disc player. Press This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel
0/10 to select track number
10.
system (5 speakers and one subwoofer).
– select channel numbers of To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel
the VCR or satellite tuner. surround sound requires five speakers (two
Press the numeric buttons and front speakers, a center speaker, and two
TV (M) at the same time to surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1
select the TV channels.
channel).
U TV INPUT Press TV INPUT and TV (M)
at the same time to select the
input signal (TV input or Example of a 5.1 channel
video input). speaker system configuration
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.
AFront speaker (left)
BFront speaker (right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (left)
ESurround speaker (right)
FSubwoofer
Tip
Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional
signals, you can place it wherever you want.
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2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting cords, make sure to
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
F D A
A B
I ANTENNA
BD IN OUT
AM

IN IN OUT IN OUT
FRONT
DVD IN MONITOR
OUT L
CENTER SURROUND
NENT VIDEO DVD MONITOR R L
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO
IN IN IN OUT IN OUT
SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS
B 13/32 in.
(10 mm)
C E B
A Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

B Speaker cords (not supplied)
AFront speaker (left) * When you connect a subwoofer with an auto

BFront speaker (right) standby function, turn off the function when
watching movies. If the auto standby function is
CCenter speaker
set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically
DSurround speaker (left) based on the level of the input signal to a
ESurround speaker (right) subwoofer, then sound may not be output.
FSubwoofer*
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3: Connecting the TV
Getting Started
You can watch the selected input image when Note
you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
OUT jack to a TV or projector. audio signals of a playback component are being
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
Connect audio and video cords according to turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
the jacks of your components.
Before connecting cords, make sure to Tip
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). To output the sound of the TV from the speakers
connected to the receiver, be sure to:
– connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the TV
AUDIO IN jacks of the receiver.
– turn off TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting
function.
TV
Audio signals Audio/video Video signals

signals
A B C D
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR
FRONT
OUT L
DVD
COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER SURROUND
IN DVD MONITOR R L
L R
DC5V
0.7A MAX R
A Audio cord (not supplied)

B HDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
C Component video cord (not supplied)
D Video cord (not supplied)
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4a: 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 audio component,
proceed to “4b: Connecting the video
components” (page 17) or “5: Connecting the
antennas (aerials)” (page 22).
Super Audio CD
player/CD player
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR

OUT
DVD
IN COMPONENT VIDEO DVD MONITOR
DC5V
0.7A MAX R
DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER
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4b: Connecting the video components
Getting Started
How to connect your Video input/output jacks to be
components connected
This section describes how to connect your The image quality depends on the connecting
video components to this receiver. Before you jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.
begin, refer to “Component to be connected” Select the connection according to the jacks on
below for the pages which describe how to your components.
connect each component.
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). HDMI
Y
After connecting all your components, PB/CB
VIDEO
proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas PR/CR
COMPONENT VIDEO
(aerials)” (page 22).
Digital Analog
Component to be connected
Component Page High quality image
TV 15
With HDMI jack 18 Note
Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
DVD player 20
audio signals of a playback component are being
Satellite tuner/Set-top box 21 output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
DVD recorder/VCR 22 turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
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Connecting components with
HDMI jacks
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an
interface which transmits video and audio
signals in digital format.
TV, projector,
Satellite tuner/Set-top box DVD player Blu-ray disc player
etc.
Audio Audio/video Audio/video Audio Audio/video Audio Audio/video

signals signals signals signals signals signals signals
A B B C B A B
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR
FRONT
OUT L
DVD
IN COMPONENT VIDEO DVD MONITOR CENTER SURROUND
R L
L R
DC5V
0.7A MAX R
A Optical digital cord (not supplied)

B HDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
C Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
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Notes on HDMI connections
• The sound is output from the TV speaker
only when a playback component and this
Getting Started
receiver, as well as this receiver and the TV
are connected via the HDMI jack. To output
the sound from the speakers and to take
advantage of the multi channel surround
sound, be sure to
– connect the digital audio jacks on the
playback component to the receiver.
– turn off TV’s volume or activate the TV’s
muting function.
• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a
Super Audio CD are not output.
• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.
The input video signals cannot be output
from the VIDEO OUT jacks, or MONITOR
OUT jacks.
• 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.
• This receiver may not be able to transfer
video or audio signals with certain types of
source.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
component connected for details.
Notes
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Tip
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 DVD player • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD
player, set the digital audio output setting on the
The following illustration shows how to DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions
connect a DVD player. supplied with the DVD player.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. • As this receiver does not have analog audio input
Connect audio and video cords according to jacks for DVD, connect your DVD player to the
the jacks of your components. DIGITAL COAXIAL DVD IN jack on the
receiver. To output sound from the front left/right
speakers only, press 2CH.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
frequencies.
DVD player
Audio signals Video signals
A B C
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR
FRONT
OUT L
DVD
R L
L R
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A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

B Component video cord (not supplied)
C Video cord (not supplied)
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Notes
Connecting a satellite tuner/ • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
set-top box plugs straight in until they click into place.
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• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box. Tip
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
Connect audio and video cords according to
frequencies.
Satellite tuner/set-top box
A B C D
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR
FRONT
OUT L
DVD
R L
L R
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B Optical digital cord (not supplied)
C Component video cord (not supplied)
D Video cord (not supplied)
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Connecting components with
analog video and audio jack 5: Connecting the
antennas (aerials)
connect a component which has analog jacks
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna
such as DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
(aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Before connecting the antennas, make sure to
Connect audio and video cords according to
Notes FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)
• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO
input button on the remote so that you can use the AM loop antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
button to control your DVD recorder. For details,
see “Changing button assignments” (page 53).
• You can also rename the VIDEO input so that it
can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For
details, see “Naming inputs” (page 26).
HDMI ANTENNA
DVD recorder, VCR CONNECT TO
DIGITAL INPUT
AM
FOR
AUDIO
Y
BD
IN
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR

OUT
DVD
A B DC5V
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HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
* The shape of the connector varies depending on

Y
BD
IN the area code of this receiver.
PB/CB
SAT
IN
IN IN OUT IN OUT
Notes
OPTICAL PR/CR

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop
OUT
DVD
IN COMPONENT VIDEO DVD MONITOR antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other
components.
L
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna
DC5V
0.7A MAX R (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),
keep it as horizontal as possible.

B Video cord (not supplied)
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Performing initial setup
6: Preparing the receiver operations
Getting Started
and the remote Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
Connecting the AC power cord following procedure. This procedure can also
be used to return settings you have made to
(mains lead) their factory defaults.
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
wall outlet. this operation.
Notes ?/1
• Before connecting the AC power cord (mains MASTER VOLUME
lead), make sure that the stripped end of the ?/1

INPUT SELECTOR
speaker cords are not touching each other between

the speaker terminals. INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING
• Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) firmly. PHONES
AC power cord (mains lead)

MEMORY/ENTER
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the
FRONT
L display alternately.
ROUND
L
R
3 Press MEMORY/ENTER.
After “CLEARING” appears on the
AKERS display for a while, “CLEARED”
appears.
All the settings you have changed or
adjusted are reset to the initial settings.
To the wall outlet
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Inserting batteries into the
remote 7: Adjusting the speaker
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
levels and balance
RM-AAU020 Remote Commander. (TEST TONE)
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries. You can adjust the speaker levels and balance
while listening to the test tone from your
listening position.
Tip
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency
centered at 800 Hz.
TV INPUT TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO BD DVD SAT
Notes Input
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER buttons
humid place. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
• Do not use a new battery with old ones. DVD/BD
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of 1 2 3
MENU
batteries. D.SKIP
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight 4 5 6
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a 7 8 9
D.TUNING
malfunction. >10/ MEMORY AMP MENU AMP

• If you do not intend to use the remote for an - 0/10 ENTER
MENU
CLEAR
extended period of time, remove the batteries to DISPLAY
TOOLS/
OPTIONS MUTING
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
V/v/B/b, TV VOL
corrosion. MASTER VOL
• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons MASTER

may be reset to their factory settings. If this VOL +/–
happens, reassign the buttons again (page 53). RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME
• When the remote no longer operates the receiver,
replace all the batteries with new ones.
1 Press AMP MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.
2 Press or b to enter the

menu.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“T. TONE”.

parameter.
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“T. TONE Y”. Playback
The test tone is output from each speaker
in sequence as follows: Selecting a component
Front left t Center t Front right t
Surround right t Surround left t
Playback
TV INPUT TV ?/1
?/1
Subwoofer SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1
6 Adjust the speaker levels and VIDEO BD

SYSTEM STANDBY
DVD SAT
Input
balance using the LEVEL menu TV SA-CD/CD TUNER buttons
so that the level of the test tone
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
sounds the same from each
DVD/BD
speaker. 1 2 3
MENU
For details, see “Adjusting the level D.SKIP

4 5 6
(LEVEL menu)” (page 32). D.TUNING
7 8 9
Tips >10/ MEMORY AMP MENU AMP
- 0/10 ENTER
MENU
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same CLEAR
TOOLS/
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also DISPLAY OPTIONS MUTING
MUTING
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. V/v/B/b, TV VOL
MASTER VOL
• The adjusted value is shown on the display
during adjustment. MASTER
VOL +/–
7 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to select RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME
“T. TONE N”.

You can also press any input buttons. 1 Press the input button to select
The test tone turns off. a component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
When a test tone is not output the receiver.
from the speakers The selected input appears on the display.
• 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 Naming inputs
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA PORT You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
[DMPORT] adapter connected to the inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.
DMPORT jack
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with
VIDEO VCR, etc., connected to the names of the connected components.
[VIDEO] the VIDEO jack
BD Blu-ray disc player, etc., 1 Press the input button to select
[BD] connected to the BD jack the input you want to create an
DVD DVD player, etc., index name for.
[DVD] connected to the DVD
jack You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
SAT Satellite tuner, etc.,
[SAT] connected to the SAT jack
2 Press AMP MENU.
TV TV, etc. connected to the
[TV] TV jack
SA-CD/CD
[SA-CD/CD]
Super Audio CD/CD
player, etc., connected to
the SA-CD/CD jack
“7-SYSTEM”.
TUNER
[FM or AM band]
Built-in radio tuner 4 Press or b to enter the
menu.
2 Turn on the component and 5 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”.
start playback.
3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to parameter.
adjust the volume. The cursor flashes and you can select a
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on character.
the receiver.
7 Press V/v to select a character,
then press B/b to move the
To activate the muting function
Press MUTING.
cursor to the next position.
The muting function will be canceled when If you made a mistake
you do the following. Press B/b until the character you want to
• Press MUTING again. change flashes, then press V/v to select
• Increase the volume. the correct character.
• Turn off the receiver.
Tips
• You can select the character type as follows
To avoid damaging your by pressing V/v.
speakers Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn Symbols
down the volume level. • To enter a blank space, press b without
selecting a character.
8 Press .
The name you entered is registered.
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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
Playback
2 3
TV INPUT TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO BD DVD SAT
3
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MASTER VOLUME
DVD/BD
MENU
1 2 3 ?/1
D.SKIP
5
INPUT SELECTOR
4 5 6
D.TUNING
7 8 9
>10/ MEMORY AMP MENU
- 0/10 ENTER
CLEAR
TOOLS/
TV VOL MEMORY/ 2CH/

MASTER VOL INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING ENTER A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING
RETURN/EXIT
TV CH –
MENU/HOME
TV CH +
5 PHONES
. < < >
TUNING – TUNING +
m H M
TV FM MODE
X x
Notes
• The operation is described for a
1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD
Sony Super Audio CD player. player, then place the disc on the tray.
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the 2 Turn on the receiver.
Super Audio CD player or CD
player. 3 Press SA-CD/CD.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to
Tip
select “SA-CD/CD”.
You can select the sound field to
suit the music. Refer to page 39
for details.
4 Play back the disc.
Recommended sound fields:
Classical: HALL
5 Adjust to a suitable volume.
Jazz: JAZZ
Live concert: CONCERT
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.
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Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc
TV INPUT TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1
VIDEO BD
?/1
SYSTEM STANDBY
DVD SAT
2 3
3
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

MASTER VOLUME
DVD/BD
MENU
1 2 3 ?/1
D.SKIP INPUT SELECTOR
6
4 5 6
D.TUNING
7 8 9
>10/ MEMORY AMP MENU
- 0/10 ENTER
CLEAR
TOOLS/
TV VOL MEMORY/ 2CH/

MASTER VOL INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING ENTER A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING
RETURN/EXIT
TV CH –
MENU/HOME
TV CH +
6 PHONES
. < < >
TUNING – TUNING +
m H M
TV FM MODE
X x
Notes
• Refer to the operating
1 Turn on the TV and DVD player or Blu-ray
instructions supplied with the disc player.
TV and DVD player or Blu-ray
disc player. 2 Turn on the receiver.
• Check the following if you
cannot listen to multi channel 3 Press DVD to watch a DVD or press BD to
sound. watch a Blu-ray disc.
– Be sure this receiver is You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
connected to the DVD player select “DVD” or “BD”.
or Blu-ray disc player via a
digital connection.
– Be sure the digital audio
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
output of the DVD player or
of the DVD or Blu-ray disc is displayed.
Blu-ray disc player is set up
properly.
5 Play back the disc.
Tips 6 Adjust to a suitable volume.

• Select the sound format of the
disc to be played, if necessary. 7 After you have finished watching the DVD or
• You can select the sound field to Blu-ray disc, eject the disc and turn off the
suit the movie/music. Refer to receiver, TV and DVD player or Blu-ray disc
page 39 for details.
player.
Recommended sound fields:
Movie: C.ST.EX
Music: CONCERT
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To return to the previous display
Amplifier Operations Press B.
Navigating through To exit the menu

Press AMP MENU.
menus Note
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
By using the amplifier menus, you can make
on the display. This means that they are either
various adjustments to customize the receiver.
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
Amplifier Operations
D.TUNING
7 8 9
>10/ MEMORY AMP MENU AMP
- 0/10 ENTER
MENU
CLEAR
TOOLS/
V/v/B/b, TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH – TV CH +
. < < >
1 Press AMP MENU.


the menu you want.

menu.

the parameter you want to
adjust.

parameter.

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
menus, see page 29.
Menu Parameters Settings Initial

[Display] [Display] setting
LEVEL Test tonea) [T. TONE] T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N
[1-LEVEL] a)
Front speaker balance BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BALANCE
(page 32)
[FRT BAL] BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8
Center speaker level CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB CNT 0 dB
[CNT LVL] (1 dB step)
Surround left speaker level SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB SUR L 0 dB
[SL LVL] (1 dB step)
Surround right speaker level SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB SUR R 0 dB
[SR LVL] (1 dB step)
Subwoofer level SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB SW 0 dB
[SW LVL] (1 dB step)
Dynamic range compressora) COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. OFF
[D. RANGE] COMP. MAX
TONE Front speaker bass level BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB BASS 0 dB
[2-TONE] [BASS LVL] (1 dB step)
(page 33)
Front speaker treble level TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB TRE 0 dB
[TRE LVL] (1 dB step)
SUR Sound field selectiona) For details, see “Enjoying Surround A.F.D. AUTO
[3-SUR] [S.F. SELCT] Sound” (page 39).
(page 33)
Effect levela) [EFFECT] EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD, EFCT. STD
EFCT. MAX
TUNER FM station receiving modea) FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO
[4-TUNER] [FM MODE]
(page 34)
Naming preset stationsa) For details, see “Naming preset
[NAME IN] stations” (page 48).
AUDIO Digital broadcast language DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M
[5-AUDIO] selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M+S
(page 34)
Synchronizes audio and video A.V.SYNC. N, A.V.SYNC. Y A.V.SYNC. N
outputa) [A.V. SYNC.]
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Menu Parameters Settings Initial
[Display] [Display] setting
VIDEO DIGITAL MEDIA PORT –NONE, –VIDEO, –DVD, –SAT –NONE
[6-VIDEO] video assigna)
(page 35) [DMPORT V.]
SYSTEM Subwoofera) NO, YES YES
[7-SYSTEM] [SW SPK]
(page 36)
Front speakersa) SMALL, LARGE LARGE
[FRT SPK]
Center speakera) NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE
[CNT SPK]
Surround speakersa) NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE
[SUR SPK]
Front speaker distancea) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step) DIST. 10 ft.
[FRT DIST.]
Center speaker distancea) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step) DIST. 10 ft.
[CNT DIST.]
Surround left speaker distancea) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step) DIST. 10 ft.
[SL DIST.]
Surround right speaker DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. (1 ft. step) DIST. 10 ft.
distancea)
[SR DIST.]
Surround speaker positiona) BEHD/HI, BEHD/LO, SIDE/HI, SIDE/LO
[SUR POS.] SIDE/LO
Speaker crossover frequencya) CRS > 40 Hz to CRS > 160 Hz CRS > 100 Hz
[CRS. FREQ]
Brightness of the displaya) 0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim
[DIMMER]
Naming inputsa) [NAME IN] For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 26).
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
(LEVEL menu) sound track. This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low volumes late at
You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the night. Dynamic range compression is possible
balance and level of each speaker. These with Dolby Digital sources only.
settings are applied to all sound fields. • COMP. OFF
Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For The dynamic range is not compressed.
details on adjusting the parameters, see • COMP. STD
“Navigating through menus” (page 29) and The dynamic range is compressed as
“Overview of the menus” (page 30). intended by the recording engineer.
• COMP. MAX
The dynamic range is compressed
LEVEL menu parameters dramatically.
x T. TONE (Test tone) Tip
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the
while listening to the test tone from your dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the
listening position. For details, see dynamic range information included in the Dolby
“7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance Digital signal.
(TEST TONE)” (page 24). “COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only
enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend
x FRT BAL (Front speaker using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly
balance) compresses the dynamic range and lets you view
Lets you adjust the balance between front left movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog
limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a
and right speakers.
very natural compression.
x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)
x SL LVL (Surround left speaker

level)
x SR LVL (Surround right speaker

level)
x SW LVL (Subwoofer level)
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Adjusting the tone Settings for the surround
(TONE menu) sound
You can use the TONE menu to adjust the (SUR menu)
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers. These settings are applied to all You can use the SUR menu to select the sound
sound fields. field you want for your listening pleasure.
Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 29) and “Navigating through menus” (page 29) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 30). “Overview of the menus” (page 30).
TONE menu parameters SUR menu parameters
x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass x S.F. SELCT (Sound field

level) selection)
Lets you select the sound field you want. For
x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
level) 39).
Note
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field
Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the
SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input
and then return to SA-CD/CD, “HALL” will
automatically be applied again.
x EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround
effect for sound fields selected with the
MOVIE or MUSIC buttons.
• 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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Settings for the tuner Settings for the audio
(TUNER menu) (AUDIO menu)
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM You can use the AUDIO menu to make
station receiving mode and to name preset settings for the audio to suit your preference.
stations. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For
Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. details on adjusting the parameters, see
For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 29) and
“Navigating through menus” (page 29) and “Overview of the menus” (page 30).
“Overview of the menus” (page 30).
AUDIO menu parameters
TUNER menu parameters
x DUAL (Digital broadcast
x FM MODE (FM station receiving language selection)
mode) Lets you select the language you want to listen
• FM AUTO to during digital broadcast. This feature only
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo functions for Dolby Digital sources.
signal when the radio station is broadcast in • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub)
stereo. Sound of the main language will be output
• FM MONO through the front left speaker and sound of
This receiver will decode the signal as mono the sub language will be output through the
signal regardless of the broadcast signal. front right speaker simultaneously.
• DUAL M (Main)
x NAME IN (Naming preset Sound of the main language will be output.
stations) • DUAL S (Sub)
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For Sound of the sub language will be output.
details, see “Naming preset stations” (page • DUAL M+S (Main + Sub)
48). Mixed sound of both the main and sub
languages will be output.
x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio

and video output)
• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms)
The audio output is not delayed.
• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 60 ms)
The audio output is delayed so that the time
gap between the audio output and visual
display is minimized.
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Notes
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma TV or a projector.
Settings for the video
• This parameter is valid only when you use a sound (VIDEO menu)
field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons.
• This parameter is not valid when
You can use the VIDEO menu to assign the
– signals with a sampling frequency of more than
48 kHz is input.
composite video input to DMPORT input.
– ANALOG DIRECT function is selected. Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 29) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 30).
VIDEO menu parameters
x DMPORT V. (DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT video assign)
Lets you assign the composite video input to
DMPORT input so that you can view the
image on the TV or projector. For details, see
“Watching a connected component through
DMPORT connection” (page 51).
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x FRT SPK (Front speakers)
Settings for the system • SMALL
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
(SYSTEM menu) surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size the bass redirection circuitry and output the
and distance of the speakers connected to this front channel bass frequencies from the
system. subwoofer. When the front speakers are set
Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. to “SMALL”, the center and surround
For details on adjusting the parameters, see speakers are also automatically set to
“Navigating through menus” (page 29) and “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).
“Overview of the menus” (page 30). • LARGE
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
SYSTEM menu parameters
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
x SW SPK (Subwoofer) “LARGE”. When the subwoofer is set to
• NO “NO”, the front speakers are automatically
If you have not connected a subwoofer, set to “LARGE”.
select “NO”. This activates the bass
redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE x CNT SPK (Center speaker)
signals from other speakers. • NO
• YES If you have not connected a center speaker,
If you have connected a subwoofer, select select “NO”. The sound of the center
“YES”. channel will be output from the front
speakers.
Tip • SMALL
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the surround effects when using multi channel
subwoofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
center channel bass frequencies from the
front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or
subwoofer.
• LARGE
If you connect a large speaker that will
“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
center speaker to “LARGE”.
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x SUR SPK (Surround speakers) x FRT DIST. (Front speaker
• NO distance)
If you have not connected surround Lets you set the distance from your listening
speakers, select “NO”. position to the front speakers (A). If both
• SMALL front speakers are not placed an equal distance
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of from your listening position, set the distance to
surround effects when using multi channel the closest speaker.
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
surround channel bass frequencies from the
A A
30˚ 30˚
subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
• LARGE 100˚-120˚ 100˚-120˚
If you connect large speakers that will

“LARGE”. However, if the front speakers
are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the
surround speakers to “LARGE”.
Tip x CNT DIST. (Center speaker
The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each distance)
speaker determine whether the internal sound Lets you set the distance from your listening
processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. position to the center speaker.
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker
frequencies to the subwoofer or other “LARGE” distance)
speakers.
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount x SR DIST. (Surround right
of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if speaker distance)
possible. Therefore, even when using small Lets you set the distance from your listening
speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want
position to the surround speaker.
to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On
the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but
prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that
speaker, set it to “SMALL”.
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer,
set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough
bass, you can use the tone to boost the bass levels.
For details, see page 30.
continued
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Tip x SUR POS.
To enjoy better surround sound, the distance (Surround speaker position)
between the center speaker and the listening position Lets you specify the location of your surround
B cannot be more than 5 feet closer than the one speakers for proper implementation of the
between the listening position and the front speaker surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX
A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the modes (page 42). This setup item is not
length of B in the following diagram is no more
available when the surround speakers are set to
than 5 feet closer than the length of A.
Example: Adjust the distance B to 15 feet or more
“NO” (page 31).
when the distance A is 20 feet.
Also, the distance between the surround speakers
and the listening position C cannot be more than 15
feet closer than the distance between the listening
position and the front speakers A. Place the
speakers so that the difference in the length of C in
the following diagram is no more than 15 feet closer
than the length of A.
Example: Adjust the distance C to 5 feet or more
when the distance A is 20 feet.
This is important because incorrect speaker
placement is not conductive to the enjoyment of
surround sound. Please note that placing the
speakers closer than the required will cause a delay
in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other
words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!
• BEHD/HI
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections B and D.
• BEHD/LO
speakers corresponds to sections B and C.
• SIDE/HI
speakers corresponds to sections A and D.
• SIDE/LO
speakers corresponds to sections A and C.
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Tip
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
Enjoying Dolby Digital
that the surround speakers would be located behind and DTS Surround sound
the listening position, but presentation remains
fairly consistent even with the surround speakers (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)
positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the
speakers are pointing toward the listener from the The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
immediate left and right of the listening position, the you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
surround effects become unclear unless set to the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
“SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, such as wall reflections, and you may

VIDEO BD DVD SAT
obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your

TV SA-CD/CD TUNER
speakers are located high above the listening
position, even if they are located to the immediate 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
left and right. DVD/BD

A.F.D. MENU
Therefore, although it may result in a setting 1 2 3
contrary to the above explanation, we recommend
that you playback multi channel surround encoded
software and select the setting that provides a good Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in the sound field you want.
forming a cohesive space between the surround
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
sound from the surround speakers and the sound of
the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds 40).
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.
x DIMMER (Brightness of the

display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,
see “Naming inputs” (page 26).
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Types of A.F.D. mode
A.F.D. mode Multi channel Effect
[Display] audio after
decoding
A.F.D. AUTO (Detecting Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without
[A.F.D. AUTO] automatically) adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will
generate a low frequency signal for output to the
subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.
PRO LOGIC 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded
[DOLBY PL] in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels.
PRO LOGIC II MOVIE 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This
[PLII MV] 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.
PRO LOGIC II MUSIC 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This
[PLII MS] setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
MULTI STEREO (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.
[MULTI ST.] However, sound may not be output from certain speakers
depending on the speaker settings.
If you connect a subwoofer

This receiver will generate a low frequency
signal for output to the subwoofer when there
is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound
effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel
signal.
Note
This function does not work when
– ANALOG DIRECT is selected.
48 kHz is input.
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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.
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH MUSIC
DVD/BD
MENU

1 2 3
A.F.D. MOVIE
D.SKIP
4 5 6
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a

sound field for movies or press
MUSIC repeatedly to select a
sound field for music.
For details, see “Types of sound field
available” (page 42).
continued
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Types of sound field available
Sound Sound field Effect
field for [Display]
Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX A] Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio.
This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of
movie.
CINEMA STUDIO EX B Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX B] 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 Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX C] Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the
soundtrack.
Music PORTABLE AUDIO Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio
ENHANCER device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music.
[PORTABLE]
HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
LIVE CONCERT Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
[CONCERT]
Headphone* HEADPHONE 2CH This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when 2
[HP 2CH] channel mode (page 43)/A.F.D. mode (page 40) 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 Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone, sound
[HP DIR] field, etc.
* You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.
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Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
Using only the front
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any
speakers
sound coming directly from the surround speakers. (2CH STEREO)
• This function does not work when:
– ANALOG DIRECT is selected. In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound
from the front left/right speakers only. There is
48 kHz is input.
no sound from the subwoofer.
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected,
no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
speakers are set to “LARGE” on the SYSTEM bypass the sound field processing and multi
menu. However, the sound will be output from the channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
subwoofer if channel.
– the digital input signal contains LFE signals.

TV SA-CD/CD TUNER
– the front and surround speakers are set to
“SMALL”. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
– the sound field for movie is selected. 2CH
DVD/BD
– the portable audio is selected. 1 2 3
MENU
D.SKIP
Tips 4 5 6
• You can identity the encoding format of DVD
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the
package. Press 2CH.
• Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS
technology. See “Glossary” (page 54). Note
No sound is output from the subwoofer in the 2CH
STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo
To turn off the surround effect sources using the front left/right speakers and a
for movie/music subwoofer, select “A.F.D. AUTO” (page 40).
Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D.
repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.
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Listening to the sound Resetting sound fields to
without any adjustment the initial settings
(ANALOG DIRECT) Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
You can switch the audio of the selected input
to two channel analog input. This function ?/1
enables you to enjoy high quality analog MASTER VOLUME
sources. ?/1
INPUT SELECTOR
When using this function, only the volume and

front speaker balance can be adjusted. INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING
MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
PHONES
MASTER VOLUME
?/1
INPUT SELECTOR
2CH/A.DIRECT
1
MEMORY/ 2CH/
INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING ENTER A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING
PHONES
Press ?/1 to turn off the power.
2 While holding down 2CH/

INPUT 2CH/ Sound field A.DIRECT, press ?/1.
SELECTOR A.DIRECT buttons
“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and
all sound fields are reset to their initial
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the setting.
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 2CH/A.DIRECT
repeatedly to select
“A. DIRECT”.
The analog audio is output.
To cancel ANALOG DIRECT

Press 2CH/A.DIRECT on the receiver again.
You can also press any sound field buttons.
Notes
• When headphones are connected, “HP DIR”
appears on the display.
• You cannot select ANALOG DIRECT when you
select BD, DVD and DMPORT as input.
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Tuning into a station
Tuner Operations automatically (Automatic
Tuning)
Listening to FM/AM radio
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts select the FM or AM band.
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
make sure you have connected the FM and 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page Press TUNING + to scan from low to
22). high; press TUNING – to scan from high
Tip to low.
The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending The receiver stops scanning whenever a
on the area code as shown in the following table. For station is received.
details on area codes, see page 4.
Area code FM AM Using the controls on the

U, CA 100 kHz 10 kHz*
receiver
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM
Tuner Operations
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 46, or AM band.
61). 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select
“AUTO T.”.
TV INPUT TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO BD DVD SAT In case of poor FM stereo
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER reception
TUNER If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST”
flashes on the display, select monaural audio
DVD/BD
MENU so that the sound will be less distorted.
1 2 3
Press FM MODE repeatedly until the
Numeric D.SKIP
buttons 4 5 6 “MONO” indicator lights up on the display.
7 8 9
D.TUNING
D.TUNING To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE
>10/ MEMORY AMP MENU repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the
- 0/10 ENTER
CLEAR ENTER display does not light up.
TOOLS/
TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH – TV CH +
. < < >
TUNING – TUNING + TUNING

m H M +/–
TV FM MODE
X x FM MODE
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Tuning into a station directly Changing the AM tuning scale
(Direct Tuning) (Models of area code U, CA only)
Enter the frequency of a station directly by
You can change the AM tuning scale to either
using the numeric buttons.
9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to receiver.
select the FM or AM band. ?/1
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on MASTER VOLUME
the receiver. ?/1

INPUT SELECTOR
2 Press D.TUNING. INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING

MEMORY/
ENTER
2CH/
PHONES
3 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the frequency. TUNING MODE
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz receiver.
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust 2 While holding down TUNING
the direction of the AM loop antenna MODE, press ?/1.
(aerial) for optimum reception.
3 Change the current AM tuning
4 Press ENTER. scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
the receiver. repeat the procedure above.
Note
If you cannot tune in a station
All preset stations will be erased when you change
Make sure you have entered the right
the tuning scale.
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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4 Press the numeric buttons to
Presetting radio stations select a preset number.
You can also press PRESET + or
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 PRESET – repeatedly to select a preset
AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the number.
stations you often listen to. If “MEMORY” goes out before you
select the preset number, start again from
VIDEO BD DVD SAT
step 3.
TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

TUNER 5 Press ENTER.
DVD/BD
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
1 2 3
MENU
the receiver.
Numeric D.SKIP The station is stored as the selected preset
buttons 4 5 6
number.
D.TUNING
7 8 9 If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
>10/
- 0/10
MEMORY AMP MENU
ENTER
AMP ENTER, start again from step 3.
CLEAR MENU
DISPLAY
TOOLS/
OPTIONS MUTING
MEMORY,
6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset
Tuner Operations
V/v/B/b,
TV VOL
MASTER VOL ENTER another station.
TV CH – TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + PRESET
. < < >
+/–
TUNING – TUNING +
m H M
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.
the receiver.
2 Tune in the station that you

want to preset using Automatic
Tuning (page 45) or Direct
Tuning (page 46).
Switch the FM reception mode, if
necessary (page 45).
3 Press MEMORY.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
the receiver.
“MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds.
Perform steps 4 and 5 before
“MEMORY” goes out.
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Tuning to preset stations Naming preset stations
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band. select the FM or AM band.
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – the receiver.
repeatedly to select the preset
station you want. 2 Tune in the preset station you
Each time you press the button, you can want to create an index name
select a preset station as follows: for (page 48).
01 02 03 04 05 ... 27 3 Press AMP MENU.
30 29 28
You can also press the numeric buttons to 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
select the preset station you want. Then, “4-TUNER”.
press ENTER to enter the selection.
menu.
Using the controls on the
receiver 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM “NAME IN”.
or AM band.
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select 7 Press or b to enter the
“PRESET T.”. parameter.
3 Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly The cursor flashes and you can select a
to select the preset station you want. character.
8 Press V/v to select a character,

then press B/b to move the
cursor to the next position.
If you made a mistake
Press B/b until the character you want to
change flashes, then press V/v to select
the correct character.
Tips
• You can select the character type as follows
by pressing V/v.
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t
Symbols
• To enter a blank space, press b without
selecting a character.
9 Press .
The name you entered is registered.
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Other Operations Enjoying the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT
Switching between (DMPORT)
digital and analog audio
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
(INPUT MODE) allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio source or
When you connect components to both digital computer.
and analog audio input jacks on the receiver, By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
you can fix the audio input mode to either of adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound
them, or switch from one to the other, from the connected component on the
depending on the type of material you intend receiver.
to watch. For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the adapter.
receiver to select the input.
You can also use the input buttons on the Notes
• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL
remote.
MEDIA PORT adapter.
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly • Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect
Other Operations
the AC power cord (mains lead).
on the receiver to select the • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL
audio input mode. MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned
The selected audio input mode appears on on.
the display. • Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
• AUTO adapter, video output may not be possible.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are
Gives priority to digital audio signals
available for purchase depending on the area.
when there are both digital and analog
connections.
If there are no digital audio signals,
analog audio signals are selected.
• ANALOG
Specifies the analog audio signals input
to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
Notes
• Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.
• When the ANALOG DIRECT function is being
used, the audio input mode is set to “ANALOG”
automatically. You cannot select other modes.
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You can also view the images on the TV
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA screen by connecting the video output of the
PORT adapter DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the
receiver.
You can listen to the sound from the
To view the images, proceed to “Watching a
component connected through the DIGITAL
connected component through DMPORT
MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack
connection” on page 51.
on the receiver.
TV
HDMI ANTENNA
CONNECT TO AM
DIGITAL INPUT
FOR
AUDIO
BD
IN
Y
A
PB/CB
IN
OPTICAL PR/CR

OUT
DVD
DC5V
DIGITAL MEDIA 0.7A MAX R
PORT adapter DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER
To one of the
VIDEO IN jacks
* 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.
A Video cord (not supplied)
To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA Notes

PORT adapter from DMPORT • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
jack adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the
arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the
DMPORT jack.
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly,
insert the connector straight in.
DC5V
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
0.7A MAX
adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when
2 DMPORT
placing or moving the receiver.
1
Press and hold both sides of the connector and

then pull out the connector.
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Listening to a connected
the composite video input you
component through DMPORT want to assign to DMPORT
connection input.
Initial setting: –NONE
1 Press DMPORT. The assignable composite video inputs
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR are VIDEO, DVD and SAT inputs.
on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.
For example, select “–SAT”.
2 Start playback of the connected When you press DMPORT, the images
component. from the component connected to the
The sound is played back on the receiver. SAT VIDEO IN jack through DIGITAL
For details, refer to the operating MEDIA PORT adapter will appear on the
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL TV screen.
MEDIA PORT adapter.
To return to the previous
Watching a connected display
Press B.
component through DMPORT
connection Notes
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA
You need to assign composite video input to PORT adapter, you can operate the connected
Other Operations
DMPORT input so that you can view the component by using the remote. For details on the
images on the TV screen. remote button operation, see page 10.
• Be sure you have made the video connection from
1 Press AMP MENU. DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the receiver
(page 50).
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display. • Be sure you have connected the MONITOR OUT
of the receiver to the TV (page 50).
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
“6-VIDEO”. adapter, video output may not be possible.
3 Press or b to enter the Tip

menu. When listening to MP3 or other compressed music
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
“PORTABLE” (page 41).
“DMPORT V.”.

parameter.
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Changing the display Using the Sleep Timer
You can check the sound field, etc., by You can set the receiver to turn off
changing the information on the display. automatically at a specified time.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press SLEEP, the display
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes cyclically as follows:
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 being used, “SLEEP”
lights up in the display.
Index name of the input* t Selected input t
Sound field currently applied Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears
FM and AM band on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep
Preset station name* t Frequency t timer will be canceled.
Sound field currently applied
* Index name appears only when you have assigned

one to the input or preset station (page 26, 48).
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
input name.
Note
Character or marks may not be displayed for some
languages.
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Recording using the Using the Remote
receiver
Changing button
Recording onto a recording assignments
media
You can change the factory settings of the
You can record from a video component using input buttons to suit the components in your
the receiver. Refer to the operating system. For example, if you connect a DVD
instructions supplied with your recording recorder to the VIDEO jacks on the receiver,
component. you can set the VIDEO button on this remote
to control the DVD recorder.
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the playback Note
You cannot change the settings of DMPORT and
component.
TUNER buttons.
the receiver. 1 Hold down the input button of
which you want to change the
2 Prepare the playback assignment.
component for playing.
Example: Hold down VIDEO.
For example, insert the video tape you
want to copy into the VCR. 2 Referring to the table below,
press the corresponding
3 Prepare the recording
button for the category you
Using the Remote

component.
want.
Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the
Example: Press 4.
recording component (VIDEO) for
Now you can use the VIDEO button to
recording.
control the DVD recorder.
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.
• You cannot record from DMPORT if you have
– connected the DMPORT video jack to the
VIDEO VIDEO IN jack on the receiver (page
50).
– assigned “DMPORT V.” to “–VIDEO” in the
VIDEO menu (page 31).
continued
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Categories and the
corresponding buttons Additional Information
Categories Press
VCR (command mode VTR 3) a)
1 Glossary
a)
VCR (command mode VTR 2) 2
x Cinema Studio EX
DVD player/DVD recorder 3 A surround sound mode that can be regarded
(command mode DVD1)b) as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound
DVD recorder 4 technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing
(command mode DVD3)b) theater using three technologies: “Virtual
Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth
CD player 5
Matching”, and “Cinema Studio
Euro Digital Satellite Receiver 6 Reverberation”.
DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 7 “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual
speaker technology, creates a virtual multi-
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 8
surround environment with actual speakers up
Blu-ray disc player 9 to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound
(command mode BD1)c) experience of a theater with the latest facilities
Blu-ray disc recorder 0/10 into your home.
(command mode BD3)c) “Screen Depth Matching” reproduces treble
attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound
TV -/-- usually created in a theater using sound
a) emission from behind the screen. This is then
Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3
setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS added to the front and center channels.
respectively. “Cinema Studio Reverberation” reproduces
b)
Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art
DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating dubbing theaters and recording studios,
instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.
c) including Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the
dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/
operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray
disc player or Blu-ray disc recorder.
C, available according to the studio type.
x Component video
To clear all remote button A format for transmitting video signal
assignments information consisting of three separate
While holding down MASTER VOL –, press signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and
?/1 and DMPORT. chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as
The remote is reset to its factory settings. DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted
more faithfully. The three jacks are color -
coded green, blue and red.
x Composite video
A standard format for transmitting video
signal information. The luminance signal Y
and chrominance signal C are combined and
transmitted together.
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x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) x HDMI (High-Definition
A unique sound reproduction technology for Multimedia Interface)
home theater developed by Sony, in HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Interface) is an interface that supports both
for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound video and audio on a single digital connection,
of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital allowing you to enjoy high quality digital
Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a picture and sound. The HDMI specification
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and measured supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
data, the ideal sound field intended by Contents Protection), a copy protection
filmmakers can be experienced at home. technology that incorporates coding
technology for digital video signals.
x Dolby Digital
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology x L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects)
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It Sound effects of low frequencies which are
consists of front (left/right), center, surround output from a subwoofer in Dolby Digital or
(left/right) and subwoofer channels. It is a DTS, etc. By adding a deep bass with a
designated audio standard for DVD-video and frequency between 20 to 120 Hz, audio
also known as 5.1 channels surround. Since becomes more powerful.
surround information is recorded and
reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with x Sampling frequency
To convert analog audio to digital, analog data
fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby
should be quantified. This process is called
surround.
sampling, and the number of times per second
the analog data is quantified is called the
x Dolby Pro Logic II
This technology converts 2 channels stereo sampling frequency. A standard music CD
recorded audio into 5.1 channels for playback. stores data quantified at 44,100 times per
There is a MOVIE mode for movies and second, which is expressed as a sampling
MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a
music. Old movies encoded in the traditional higher sampling frequency means better sound
stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 quality.
channels surround sound.
x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro

Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono
surround information is matrixed into two
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is
decoded and output in 4 channels surround
sound. This is the most common audio
processing method for DVD-video.
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
Precautions • Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the receiver.
On safety • Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
checked by qualified personnel before • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
operating it any further. that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
On power sources • Do not place the receiver near equipment
• Before operating the receiver, check that the such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. If
operating voltage is identical with your local the receiver is being used in combination
power supply. with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is
The operating voltage is indicated on the placed too close to that equipment, noise
nameplate on the back of the receiver. may result, and picture quality may suffer.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC This is especially likely when using an
power source (mains) as long as it is indoor antenna (aerial). Therefore, we
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit recommend using an outdoor antenna
itself has been turned off. (aerial).
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a • Use caution when placing the receiver on
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver surfaces that have been specially treated
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or
power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug discoloration of the surface may result.
itself; never pull the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other On operation
for the purpose of safety and will fit into the Before connecting other components, be sure
wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to to turn off and unplug the receiver.
insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
On cleaning
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a
changed only at a qualified service shop.
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
On heat buildup abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
Although the receiver heats up during such as alcohol or benzine.
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you
continuously use this receiver at a large If you have any questions or problems
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, concerning your receiver, please consult your
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid nearest Sony dealer.
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
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There is no sound from one of the front
Troubleshooting speakers.
• Connect a pair of headphones to the
If you experience any of the following PHONES jack to verify that sound is
difficulties while using the receiver, use this output from the headphones. If only one
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the channel is output from the headphones, the
problem. Should any problem persist, consult component may not be connected to the
your nearest Sony dealer. receiver correctly. Check that all the cords
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component. If both
Audio channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to
There is no sound, no matter which the receiver correctly. Check the
component is selected, or only a very connection of the front speaker which is
low-level sound is heard.
not outputting any sound.
• Check that the speakers and components • Make sure you have connected to both the
are connected correctly and securely. L and R jacks of an analog component, and
• Check that all speaker cords are connected not only to either the L or R jack. Use an
correctly. audio cord (not supplied).
• Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on. There is no sound from digital sources
• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set (from OPTICAL input jack) when
to “VOL MIN”. selecting SAT input.
• Check that headphones are not connected. • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting “ANALOG” (page 49).
function. • Check that ANALOG DIRECT is not set
• Check that you have selected the correct to on.
component with the input buttons.
• The protective device on the receiver has The left and right sounds are
been activated. Turn off the receiver, unbalanced or reversed.
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and • Check that the speakers and components
turn on the power again. are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the balance parameters using the
There is no sound from a specific LEVEL menu.
component.
• Check that the component is connected “NO INPUT” appears on the display.
correctly to the audio input jacks for that • Check that your component is connected
component. to the COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack. If no
• Check that the cord(s) used for the signal is input through the COAXIAL or
connection is (are) fully inserted into the OPTICAL jack, “NO INPUT” appears on
jacks on both the receiver and the the display and this is not a malfunction.
component.
continued
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There is severe hum or noise. The surround effect cannot be
• Check that the speakers and components obtained.
are connected securely. • Make sure the sound field function is on
• Check that the connecting cords are away (press MOVIE, or MUSIC).
from a transformer or motor, and at least • Sound fields do not function for signals
10 feet away from a TV set or fluorescent with a sampling frequency of more than
light. 48 kHz.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them sound is not reproduced.
with a cloth slightly moistened with • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing
alcohol. is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS
format.
There is no sound, or only a very low- • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to
level sound is heard from the center/ the digital input jacks of this receiver,
surround speakers. check the audio setting (the settings for the
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode audio output) of the connected component.
(page 42).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 24). Recording cannot be carried out.
• Make sure the center/surround speakers • Check that the components are connected
are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” correctly (page 17).
(page 31). • Select the source component using the
input buttons (page 25).
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check that the subwoofer is connected There is no sound from the component
correctly and securely. connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
• Make sure you have turned on your adapter.
subwoofer. • Adjust the volume of this receiver.
• Make sure the subwoofer is set to “YES” • The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
(page 31). and/or component is not connected
• There is no sound from the subwoofer correctly. Turn off the receiver, then
depending on the sound field. reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter and/or component.
There is no sound from the speakers of • Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
the receiver when you connect the adapter and/or component device to make
receiver and the playback component sure it supports this receiver.
via an HDMI connection.
• Make sure that you have connected the
digital audio jacks on the playback
component to the receiver. Then, turn off
TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting
function.
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Video Tuner
There is no picture or an unclear The FM reception is poor.
picture appears on the TV screen. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
• Select the appropriate input using the input to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
buttons. antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna
• Move your audio components away from (aerial), ground it against lightning. To
the TV. prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA ground wire to a gas pipe.
PORT adapter, video output may not be
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
possible.
The source image input to the HDMI

jack on the receiver is not output from Receiver
the TV. ANTENNA
• Check the HDMI connection. AM
• Depending on the playback component,

you may need to set up the component. Ground wire
Refer to the operating instructions (not supplied)
supplied with each component.
Recording cannot be carried out. To ground

• Check that the components are connected
correctly (page 17). Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Select the source component using the • Check that the antennas (aerials) are
input buttons. connected securely. Adjust the antennas
• When you want to record from DMPORT, (aerials) and connect an external antenna
check that (aerial), if necessary.
– the DMPORT video jack is not
• The signal strength of the stations is too
connected to the VIDEO VIDEO IN weak (when tuning in with automatic
jack on the receiver (page 50). tuning). Use direct tuning.
– “DMPORT V.” is not assigned to • Make sure you set the tuning interval
“–VIDEO” in the VIDEO menu correctly (when tuning in AM stations
(page 31). with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the
stations (page 47).
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver
so that the frequency appears on the
display.
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Remote commander If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the
The remote does not function.
troubleshooting guide
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the receiver. Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the problem (page 23). However, note that all
the remote and the receiver. memorized settings will be reset to their
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with factory settings and you will have to readjust
new ones, if they are weak. all settings on the receiver.
• Make sure you select the correct input on
the remote.
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if
service personnel changes some parts during
Error messages repair, these parts may be retained.
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a

message. You can check the condition of the Reference sections for clearing
system by the message. Refer to the following the receiver’s memory
table to solve the problem. If any problem
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. To clear See
PROTECT All memorized settings page 23

Irregular current is output to the speakers, or Customized sound fields page 44
the upper panel of the receiver is covered
with something. 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
Specifications Analog Sensitivity: 500 mV/
50 kohms
S/N3): 96 dB
AUDIO POWER (A, 500 mV4))
SPECIFICATIONS Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 100 dB
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL (A, 20 kHz LPF)
HARMONIC DISTORTION: Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB
(Models of area code U only) (A, 20 kHz LPF)
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from Outputs (Analog)
20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 kohms
0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 SUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm
milliwatts to rated output. Tone
Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step
Amplifier section
Models of area code U, CA1) 3) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and tone
Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz –
bypassed).
20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 4)
Weighted network, input level.
90 W + 90 W
Stereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, FM tuner section
THD 1%) Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
100 W + 100 W Antenna FM wire antenna
Surround Mode Output Power2) (8 ohms, 1 kHz, Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
THD 10%)
Intermediate frequency
130 W/ch
10.7 MHz
1)
Measured under the following conditions: AM tuner section
Area code Power requirements Tuning range
U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz Area code Tuning scale
10 kHz step 9 kHz step
2)
Reference power output for front, center and
U, CA 530 kHz – 531 kHz –
surround speakers. Depending on the sound field 1,710 kHz 1,710 kHz
settings and the source, there may be no sound
output. Antenna Loop antenna
Intermediate frequency
Frequency response 450 kHz
Analog 10 Hz – 70 kHz
+0.5/–2 dB (with sound Video section
field and tone bypassed) 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
continued
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HDMI Video5) Supplied accessories
Input/Output Operating Instruction (this manual)
640 × 480p@60 Hz Quick Setup Guide (1)
720 × 480p@59.94/60 Hz FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
1280 × 720p@59.94/60 Hz AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
1920 × 1080i@59.94/60 Hz Remote commander (RM-AAU020) (1)
1920 × 1080p@59.94/60 Hz R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
720 × 576p@50 Hz
1280 × 720p@50 Hz For details on the area code of the
1920 × 1080i@50 Hz component you are using, see page 4.
1920 × 1080p@50 Hz
Design and specifications are subject to
1920 × 1080p@24 Hz
change without notice.
5)
The TV output resolution will depends on the
capability of TV and component. • Standby power consumption: 0.3 W
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used
General in the certain printed wiring boards.
Power requirements
Area code Power requirements
U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

DC OUT: 5 V, 0.7 A MAX
Power consumption
Area code Power consumption
U, CA 230 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)

430 × 157.5 × 322 mm
(17 × 6 1/4 × 12 3/4 inches)
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.) 7.4 kg (16 lb 6 oz)
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Index
Numerics H S
2 channel 43 HDMI Satellite tuner
2CH STEREO 43 connecting 18 connecting 21
5.1 channel 13 Selecting
I component 25
A Initial setup 23 sound field 41
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT INPUT MODE 49 Set-top box
(A.F.D.) 39 connecting 21
M Sleep Timer 52
B Menu Sound fields
Blu-ray disc player AUDIO 34 resetting 44
connecting 18 LEVEL 32 selecting 41
playback 28 SUR 33 Speakers
SYSTEM 36 connecting 14
Super Audio CD player
C TONE 33
TUNER 34 connecting 16
CD player
VIDEO 35 playback 27
connecting 16
playback 27 Muting 26
T
N TEST TONE 24
D
Naming Tuner
Digital Cinema Sound
inputs 26 connecting 22
(DCS) 42
preset stations 48 Tuning
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
automatically 45
connecting 50
directly 46
input 25 P
to preset stations 48
video assign 51 PROTECT 60
TV
Dolby Digital 55
connecting 15
DTS 55 R
DVD player Recording onto a recording
connecting 20
V
media 53
playback 28 VCR
Remote commander 10
DVD recorder connecting 22
connecting 22
E
Error messages 60
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Any differences in operation, according to the area

Name Function Name Function

G DIMMER Press repeatedly to adjust L PHONES jack Connects to headphones

SW LFE OPT HDMI DTS MEMORY PLII

Name Function Name Function

PL Dolby Pro Logic

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section C SPEAKERS section

F COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ TV INPUT TV ?/1

* You can watch the selected input image when you qj q;

to a TV or projector (page 15, 18). qh

H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots

MEDIA PORT adapter operation. For details on

VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO

SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

AFront speaker (left) * When you connect a subwoofer with an auto

Audio signals Audio/video Video signals

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER

A Audio cord (not supplied)

After connecting all your components, PB/CB

Audio Audio/video Audio/video Audio Audio/video Audio Audio/video

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A Optical digital cord (not supplied)

Audio signals Video signals

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

Satellite tuner/set-top box

Audio signals Video signals

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR

DMPORT SA-CD/CD TV SAT VIDEO SUBWOOFER

* The shape of the connector varies depending on

SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR

A Audio cord (not supplied)

lead), make sure that the stripped end of the ?/1

speaker cords are not touching each other between

• Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) firmly. PHONES

AC power cord (mains lead)

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

To the wall outlet

malfunction. >10/ MEMORY AMP MENU AMP

• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons MASTER

2 Press or b to enter the

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

4 Press or b to enter the

6 Adjust the speaker levels and VIDEO BD

For details, see “Adjusting the level D.SKIP

“T. TONE N”.

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

TV VOL MEMORY/ 2CH/

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2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

TV VOL MEMORY/ 2CH/

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Tips 6 Adjust to a suitable volume.