4-168-043-14(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH510 ©2010 Sony Corporation
For customers in the United States WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
On Copyrights About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DH510. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • In this manual, models of area code ECE is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code ECE only”. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote.
Table of Contents About This Manual........................................5 Supplied accessories......................................7 Description and location of parts...................8 Connections 1: Installing the speakers .............................17 2: Connecting the speakers ..........................19 3: Connecting the TV ..................................20 4a: Connecting the audio components.........22 4b: Connecting the video components ........23 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials).....
Using the Remote Changing the input button assignments ...... 66 Clearing all the contents of the remote’s memory .................................................. 67 Supplied accessories • Operating Instructions (this manual) • Quick Setup Guide • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) Additional Information Glossary ...................................................... 67 Precautions .................................................. 69 Troubleshooting ..........................................
Description and location of parts Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 MASTER VOLUME ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE TUNING MODE TUNING MEMORY/ ENTER 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER MUTING 8 7 6 PHONES qs qa q; A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 30, 39, 46, 67) B INPUT SELECTOR (page 35) C Display (page 9) D Remote sensor Receives signals from remote commander. E MASTER VOLUME (page 34, 35) F MUTING (page 35) G DIMMER (page 65) H DISPLAY (page 36) I 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D.
Indicators on the display 1 SW L C R SL S SR 2 3 4 LFE COAX HDMI OPT DTS 5 LPCM q; 6 PL II D ST RDS 9 SLEEP D.RANGE 8 Indicator and explanation Indicator and explanation A Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes or upmixes the source sound (based on the speaker settings). C Input indicators Light up to indicate the current input.
Indicator and explanation F SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is activated (page 37, 65). G D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 59). H Tuning indicators Lights up when the receiver tunes in radio stations. ST Stereo broadcast RDS (Models of area code ECE, CEK, AU1 only) A station that provides RDS services is tuned in. Preset station number Note The preset station number will change according to the preset station you select.
Rear panel 1 3 2 1, 2 AM HDMI DVD IN BD IN SAT/CATV IN ANTENNA TV OUT ARC Y IN TV PB/ CB OPTICAL SAT/ CATV IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT PR/ CR FRONT OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN DVD IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT L DVD COMPONENT VIDEO COAXIAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO IN AUDIO IN MONITOR AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN CENTER SURROUND R L AUDIO OUT L R R DC5V 0.
C ANTENNA section (page 29) FM ANTENNA jack AM ANTENNA terminals D SPEAKERS section (page 19) E AUTO CAL MIC section (page 31) (For customers in Europe and Australia only) Remote commander You can use the supplied remote to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate.
Using the SHIFT (Q) and TV (R) button SHIFT (Q) button Press and hold SHIFT (Q), then press the button with pink printing that you want to use. Example: Press and hold SHIFT (Q), then press ENTER (E). TV (R) button Press and hold TV (R), then press the button with yellow printing to control the TV. Example: Press and hold TV (R), then press TV CH + (RM-AAU071 only) or PROG + (RM-AAU074 only) (P). . X x > TV CH/PROG DMPORT TUNER ENTER TV To control the receiver O MENU Name and function m .
Name and function N MENU/HOMEd) Displays the menu to operate the receiver. O TUNING +/– Scans a station. PRESET +/– Selects preset stations. To control a Sony TV Press and hold TV (R) and then press the yellow printing button to select the function you want. Name and function A TV ?/1 (on/standby) Turns on or off the TV. P SOUND FIELD +a)/– Selects a sound field (page 42). D Numeric buttons (number 5a)) Selects the TV channels.
Name and function V GUIDE (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays the guide when you are watching analog or digital channel. W AUDIOa) (RM-AAU071 only) a) (RM-AAU074 only) Selects the desired audio signal. Y DIGITAL (RM-AAU074 only) Changes to digital mode. ANALOG (RM-AAU074 only) Changes to analog mode. Z / (Text) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays text.
To control other Sony components Name Blu-ray disc, DVD player Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner VCR CD player A AV ?/1b) Power Power Power Power D Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) Track Channel Channel Track E ENTERc) Enter Enterd) Enter Enter H ANGLEd) Select angle – – – I DISPLAY Display Display Display Display J Color buttons Menu, guide Menu, guidee) – – L Enter Enter Enter – Select Select Select – M TOOLS/OPTIONS Options menu Options menud) – – N MENU/HOME
Inserting batteries into the remote Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1 channel). Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones.
Note Tips To enjoy better surround sound, the distance between the center speaker and the listening position B cannot be more than 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the one between the listening position and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of B in the following diagram is no more than 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the length of A. Example: Adjust the distance B to 4.5 meters (15 feet) or more when the distance A is 6 meters (20 feet).
2: Connecting the speakers Connections Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
3: Connecting the TV Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Notes Connections • Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted. • Connect image display components such as a TV monitor or a projector to the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may not be able to record even if you connect recording components.
4a: Connecting the audio components The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Super Audio CD player, CD player TV B A Notes on connecting DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter • Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned on.
4b: Connecting the video components Connect your video components according to the table below. Component Page Blu-ray disc player* 24 “PlayStation 3”* 24 DVD player* 24, 26 DVD recorder* 24, 26, 28 Satellite tuner*, Cable TV tuner* 24, 27 VCR 28 * We recommend that you connect your video components via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks. Notes • Before connecting cords (mains lead), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. • It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
DVD player, DVD recorder Blu-ray disc player, “PlayStation 3” Audio/video signals Audio/video signals Audio/video signals A A AM A HDMI DVD IN BD IN SAT/CATV IN ANTENNA IN Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner TV OUT ARC Y TV OPTICAL SAT/ CATV IN P B/ CB VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN PR/ CR FRONT OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN DVD IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT L DVD COMPONENT VIDEO COAXIAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO IN AUDIO IN CENTER MONITOR AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SURRO
Notes on connecting cables Notes on HDMI connections • An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and HDMI TV OUT jack. It is not output from any other audio jacks. • Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI TV OUT jack. The video input signals cannot be output from the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks. • When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set “AUDIO.OUT” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI menu (page 64).
Connecting a DVD player, DVD recorder The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player or DVD recorder.
Connecting a Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Connections The following illustration shows how to connect a Satellite tuner or Cable TV tuner.
Notes Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc. • Be sure to change the initial setting of the VIDEO input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing the input button assignments” (page 66). • You can also rename the VIDEO input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display.
6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). Before connecting antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet.
Preparing the Receiver Initializing the receiver Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their initial settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. ?/1 ?/1 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. After “CLEARING” appears on the display for a while, “CLEARED” appears.
Note During the calibration, the sound that comes out of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay attention to the presence of children or to the effect on your neighborhood.
The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Measurement for Display Environment noise level NOISE.CHK Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately* Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN appears alternately* Speaker distance MEASURE and DISTANCE appears alternately* * The corresponding speaker indicator lights up in the display during measurement. When measurement ends, “COMPLETE” appears on the display and the settings are registered.
Error codes and remedies Warning codes and solutions Error code Warning code Cause and remedy Explanation and solution WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near the optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone. WARN. 60 The front speaker level is out of range. Reposition your front speakers.c) ERROR 12 None of the speakers are detected.
4 Adjusting the speaker levels The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follow: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t subwoofer (TEST TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels while listening to the test tone from your listening position. BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER Press V/v repeatedly to select “AUTO xxx*”. *xxx represent a speaker channel.
5 Basic Operations Playback BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER Input buttons Press MASTER VOL +/– (RM-AAU071 only) or 2 +/– (RM-AAU074 only) to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy the surround sound. AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU m MASTER VOL +/–/ 2 +/– . M X x > MUTING/ 1 Turn on the connected component. 2 3 Turn on the receiver.
Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs (except TUNER) and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. 1 Viewing information on the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Press one of the input buttons to select the input you want to create an index name for. DISPLAY You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 3 Press AMP MENU.
Using the Sleep Timer Recording You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. You can record from a video/audio component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. AMP MENU Recording onto a recording media O MENU 1 2 3 4 1 Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select “SYSTEM”, then press or b. Press V/v repeatedly to select “SLEEP”, then press or b. Press V/v repeatedly to select the preset time you want, then press .
Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 29). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 5. Tuning into a station automatically (Automatic Tuning) 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Tuning into a station directly (Direct Tuning) You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. Changing the AM tuning scale (Models of area code U2, CA2 only) You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver. ?/1 You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 3 Press D.TUNING. Press and hold SHIFT, then press ENTER. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.
4 Presetting FM/AM radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER TUNER MEMORY AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU m . M X x > PRESET +/– SHIFT 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 38) or Direct Tuning (page 39).
5 Tuning to preset stations 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. 6 2 4 5 30 29 28 ... 27 You can also press and hold SHIFT and then press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. To enter the selection, press and hold SHIFT then press ENTER. Using the controls on the receiver 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM or AM band.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (For customers in Europe and Australia only) This receiver allows you to use Radio Data System (RDS), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This receiver offers convenient RDS features, such as program service name display. Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can create multi channel surround sound.
x A.DIRECT (Analog direct) You can switch the audio of the selected input to 2 channel analog input. This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources without any adjusment. When using this function, only the volume and front speaker level can be adjusted. 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. Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode x A.F.D. AUTO (A.F.D.
x STADIUM (Stadium) Notes on sound fields Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. • Depends on the speaker pattern settings, some sound fields may not be available. • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. • When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. • The sound fields for music and movie do not work in the following cases.
When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD players Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks for the connected component. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Maximum number of channels Audio format Connection of the playback component and the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital 5.1 a a DTS 5.1 a a 7.
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE) Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. ?/1 This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. ?/1 MUSIC AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU 1 2 Press AMP MENU.
“BRAVIA” Sync Features What is “BRAVIA” Sync? “BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., that is equipped with the Control for HDMI function.
If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function AMP MENU Playing back components with one-touch operation (One-Touch Play) By a simple operation (one-touch), components connected to the receiver with HDMI connections start automatically. You can enjoy the sound/image from connected components. , V/v/B/b O MENU 1 Perform the steps given in “If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMIEasy Setting” function” (page 47). 2 Press AMP MENU. When you set “PASS.
Notes Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver (System Audio Control) You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Notes Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV. TV ?/1 BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER O MENU m . M X x > TV Press and hold TV, then press TV ?/1. The TV, receiver and the components connected via HDMI are turned off.
Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync) (Audio Return Channel) Press the THEATER or THEATRE button on the remote of the receiver, TV, or the Blu-ray disc player, while pointing the remote toward the TV. The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via a HDMI cable connected to the HDMI TV OUT jack.
Notes Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) When you connect components to both digital and analog input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch. 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input. You can also use the input buttons on the remote. 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the receiver to select the audio input mode.
Enjoying the sound from other inputs You can reassign audio signals to another input when they are not currently being used. For example, when you want to output the sound source for the DVD player using OPTICAL IN jack on the receiver: DVD player Connect to OPTICAL SAT/CATV IN jack (audio signal) ?/1 Receiver 1 2 Assign to DVD input jack – using “A. ASSIGN” in AUDIO menu Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select “AUDIO”, then press or b. Press V/v repeatedly to select “A.
Assigning input jacks Assignable audio input jacks Audio Input name VIDEO BD DVD SAT SA-CD DVD COAX a a a* a a SAT OPT a a a a* a ANALOG a* – – a a* NONE – a* – – – * Initial setting Notes • When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically (page 52). • You cannot reassign more than one digital audio input to the same input.
Enjoying sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound/images from a portable audio source or computer by connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area. For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “4a: Connecting the audio components” (page 22).
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details, see the page in the parentheses. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] AUTO CALa) [A. CAL] (page 59) Starts Auto Calibration [START] LEVEL [LEVEL] (page 59) SPEAKER [SPKR] (page 60) 56GB Settings Initial setting Test tonec) [T. TONE] OFF, AUTO xxxb) OFF Front left speaker level [FL LVL] FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB (0.5 dB per step) FL 0 dB Front right speaker level [FR LVL] FR –10.0 dB to FR +10.0 dB (0.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting SR 3.0 m (SR 9 ft) Subwoofer distancec) [SW DIST.] SW 1.0 m to SW 7.0 m (SW 3 ft to SW 22 ft) (0.1 m (1 ft) step) SW 3.0 m (SW 9 ft) Distance unit [DIST.UNIT] METER, FEET METERf) Front speaker crossover frequencyd) [FRT CRS.] CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz step) CRS. 120 Hz Center speaker crossover frequencyd) [CNT CRS.] CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz step) CRS. 120 Hz Surround speaker crossover frequencyd) [SUR CRS.] CRS.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting HDMI [HDMI] (page 64) Control for HDMI [CTRL.HDMI] CTRL ON, CTRL OFF CTRL ON HDMI Signal Pass Through [PASS.THRU] ON, AUTO, OFF OFF Setting HDMI audio input [AUDIO.OUT] AMP, TV+AMP AMP Subwoofer level for HDMIe) [SW LEVEL] SW AUTO, SW +10 dB, SW 0 dB SW AUTO Subwoofer Low Pass Filter for HDMIe) [SW L.P.F.] L.P.F. ON, L.P.F. OFF L.P.F.
AUTO CAL menu (For customers in Europe and Australia only) You can perform automatic calibration to get proper sound balance in your room. For details, see “Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 30). LEVEL menu You can adjust the level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. x T. TONE Lets you adjust the speaker levels while listening to the test tone from your listening position. • OFF The test tone is turned off.
SPEAKER menu You can set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this receiver. x PATTERN Lets you set the number of speakers connected to this receiver. It should be synchronize with the speakers settings. For example: 3 / 2. 1 2 front + center Speaker pattern 3/2.1 2 surround subwoofer Front left/right Center Surround left/right Subwoofer a a a a 3/2 a a a – 2/2.1 a – a a 2/2 a – a – 3/0.1 a a – a 3/0 a a – – 2/0.
x FRT SIZE x SUR SIZE • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if you have selected a speaker pattern without subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer.
x SL DIST. x SR DIST. Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers. x SW DIST. Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the subwoofer. Notes • Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not be available. • This function does not work in the following cases. – Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received. – the multi channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. – Analog Direct is selected.
TUNER menu x DUAL • STEREO This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio station is broadcast in stereo. • MONO This receiver will decode the signal as mono signal regardless of the broadcast signal. Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.
x NIGHT M. Notes Lets you to retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels. For details, see “Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE)” (page 46). • NIGHT.OFF • NIGHT. ON • This parameter is not available when “CTRL.HDMI” is set to “CTRL OFF”. • When “AUTO” is selected, it may take a little more time for the image and sound to be output to the TV than when “ON” is selected. • When the receiver is in standby mode, “HDMI” indicator will lights up if “PASS.
x SW LEVEL Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB or +10 dB when multi channel Linear PCM signals are input via an HDMI connection. You can set the level for each HDMI input independently. • SW AUTO Automatically sets the level to 0 dB or +10 dB depending on the frequency. • SW +10 dB • SW 0 dB SYSTEM menu You can customize the settings of the receiver. x DIMMER Lets you adjust the brightness of the display in 3 levels.
3 Using the Remote Changing the input button assignments Referring to the following table, press the corresponding button for the category you want, then release AV ?/1. Example: Press 1, then release AV ?/1. Now you can use the DVD button to control the Blu-ray disc player. You can change the initial settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system.
Clearing all the contents of the remote’s memory Additional Information Glossary INPUT/ ?/1 BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER O MENU m . M X x > MASTER VOL –/ 2– x Cinema Studio EX A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theater using three technologies: “Virtual Multi Dimensions,” “Screen Depth Matching,” and “Cinema Studio Reverberation.
x Deep Colour (Deep Color) Video signals for which the color depth of signals passing through an HDMI jack have been raised. The number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216 colors) with the current HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel will be 36 bits, etc., when the receiver corresponds to Deep Colour (Deep Color).
x Sampling frequency To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the sampling frequency. A standard music CD stores data quantified at 44,100 times per second, which is expressed as a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality. Precautions x x.v.Colour (x.v.
On placement • Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. • Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock. • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck.
There is no sound from one of the front speakers. • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly.
There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround. • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 43). • Check that the speaker settings are appropriate using the AUTO CAL menu or “PATTERN” in the SPEAKER menu. Then check that sound is output from each speaker correctly, using “T. TONE” in the LEVEL menu. • Adjust the speaker level (page 34). There is no sound from the subwoofer. • Check that the subwoofer is connected correctly and securely.
Recording cannot be carried out. • Check that the components are connected correctly. • Select the source component using the input buttons (page 35). Tuner The FM reception is poor. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna (aerial), ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground (earth) wire to a gas pipe.
No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function. • If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO.OUT” settings in HDMI menu to – “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker and receiver. – “AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver. • When you connect the receiver to a video component (projector, etc.
If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 30). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their initial settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver. If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
Frequency response Analog 10 Hz – 70 kHz, +0.5/–2 dB (with sound field and equalizer bypassed) Input Analog Sensitivity: 500 mV/ 50 kohms S/N3): 96 dB (A, 500 mV4)) Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Output (analog) AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/ 10 kohms SUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm Equalizer Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step 3) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer bypassed). 4) Weighted network, input level.
Index Numerics I S 2 channel 42 5.1 channel 17 Initial setup 30 INPUT MODE 52 A M A.F.D.
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