4-448-428-13(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH740
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 appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles). To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits. 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. 1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.
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Table of Contents About This Manual ....................... 5 Supplied accessories ..................... 9 Description and location of parts ...................................... 10 Getting started ............................. 17 Connections 1: Installing the speakers ............ 19 2: Connecting the speakers ......... 21 3: Connecting the TV .................. 23 4a: Connecting the video equipment ............................. 24 4b: Connecting the audio equipment .............................
Adjusting Settings Using the Settings menu ..............57 Easy Setup ...................................59 Speaker Settings menu ................59 Audio Settings menu ...................63 HDMI Settings menu ..................64 Input Settings menu .....................65 System Settings menu .................65 Operating without using the OSD .......................................66 Using the Remote Control Reassigning the input button .......71 Resetting the input buttons ..........
Supplied accessories • • • • • Operating Instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) Remote control (RM-AAU168) (1) R6 (size AA) batteries (2) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) Inserting batteries into the remote control Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries (supplied) in the remote control. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1) Notes • Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place.
Description and location of parts Front panel A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 30, 43, 49, 56) B ?/1 (on/standby) indicator Lights up as follows: Green: The receiver is turned on. Amber: The receiver is in standby mode and – “Control for HDMI” (page 64) is set to “On”. – “Pass Through” (page 64) is set to “On”* or “Auto”. Lights off when the receiver is in standby mode and “Control for HDMI” and “Pass Through” are set to “Off”. * For USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia and Taiwan models only.
Indicators on the display panel A Input indicator Lights up to indicate the current input. HDMI The receiver recognizes the equipment connected via an HDMI IN jack. ARC TV input is selected and the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals are detected. COAX Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 54). OPT Digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack (page 54). B D.C.A.C. Lights up when the measurement results of the “Auto Calibration” function are applied.
Note These indicators may not light up depending on the speaker pattern setting. L USB Lights up when iPod/iPhone or USB device is detected. * When playing a Dolby Digital or DTS format disc, make sure that you have completed the digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 54) or “Analog Direct” is not selected.
Rear panel A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 23, 26) OPTICAL IN jacks (page 23, 27) COAXIAL IN jack (page 28) B TUNER section E VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT section (page 23, 27) Yellow VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks * You must connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 23).
Remote control B TV ?/11) (on/standby) Turns the TV on or sets it to the standby mode. Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is assigned to operate Sony audio/video equipment. You can reassign the input button to match the equipment connected to your receiver (page 71). C Input buttons RM-AAU168 D TOP MENU1) Selects the equipment you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons during standby mode, the receiver turns on.
S PREVIEW (HDMI) MEM Stores a station during tuner operation. Selects the “Preview for HDMI” function. Turns on a live picture-in-picture preview of HDMI inputs connected to this receiver. Press V/v repeatedly to select each HDMI input preview, then press to enter/confirm the selection. (This feature is powered by Silicon Image InstaPrevue™ technology) K SOUND FIELD +/–2) Selects a sound field (page 45). L PURE DIRECT (page 49) M SLEEP Sets the receiver to turn off automatically at specified time.
Notes • The above explanation is intended to serve as examples. • Depending on the model of your connected equipment, some functions explained in this section may not work with the supplied remote control. To control other Sony equipment Name TV 2 TV ?/1 z VCR DVD player Blu-ray Disc CD player player z z z z z z z z z 4 TOP MENU, REPEAT POP UP/MENU, SHUFFLE 7 V/v/B/b, z 8 OPTIONS z z z I HOME z z z z J .
Getting started You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below. Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Installing and connecting the speakers (page 19, 21) Preparing the receiver See “6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)” (page 29) and “Turning on the receiver” (page 30).
Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format [Display] Maximum number of channels Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI 5.1 a a Dolby Digital EX [DOLBY D EX] 6.1 a a Dolby Digital Plusa) [DOLBY D +] 7.1 × a Dolby [DOLBY HD] 7.1 × a DTS [DTS] 5.
1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use up to a 7.2 channel system (7 speakers and 2 subwoofers). 7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakers Example of speaker system configuration You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format. • 6.1 channel speaker placement Place the surround back speaker behind the listening position.
7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers You can enjoy vertical sound effects by connecting additional two front high speakers. Place the front high speakers – at an angle between 25° to 35°. – at an angle of 20° ± 5° in height. 20˚ ± 5˚ Tip Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
2: Connecting the speakers Connections Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be output. ** Notes on the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/BI-AMP/FRONT HIGH/FRONT B terminals connection. – If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to L of this terminals.
3: Connecting the TV TV A** Audio signals Audio/Video signals or ARC B C* A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C HDMI cable (not supplied) Video signals D Recommended connection Alternative connection Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. D Video cord (not supplied) 23GB Connections You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV.
To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the receiver * If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, connect C. Be sure to set the “Control for HDMI” to “On” in HDMI Settings menu (page 64). If you want to select an audio signal using other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical digital cord or an audio cord), switch the audio input mode using INPUT MODE (page 54). ** If your TV is not compatible with the ARC function, connect A.
Notes on HDMI connections • DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not input and output. • Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 4K or 3D images may not be displayed. • Refer to the operating instructions of each connected equipment for details. If you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused input See “Using other audio input jacks (Audio Input Assign)” (page 54). When connecting cords • Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Connecting equipment with HDMI jacks If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 27. Blu-ray Disc player DVD player PlayStation 3 Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Audio/video signals Audio/video signals Audio/video signals Audio/video signals A A A A A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Audio signals Video signals VCR, DVD recorder, Video game Audio signals Video signals or A B C A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) B C Recommended connection Alternative connection Note Be sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO input button on the remote control so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Reassigning the input button” (page 71).
4b: Connecting the audio equipment Connecting an iPod, iPhone, USB device Connecting a Super Audio CD player, CD player Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. AC power cord (mains lead) AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) To the wall outlet Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
Preparing the Receiver Turning on the receiver ?/1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. You can also turn on the receiver using ?/1 on the remote control. When you turn off the receiver, press ?/1 again. “STANDBY” flashes on the display panel. Do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) while “STANDBY” is flashing. This may cause a malfunction.
• Get accurate measurement by making sure the environment is free from noise and quiet. • If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated). Notes To set up the Auto Calibration Optimizer microphone 1 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. 2 Set up the optimizer microphone. Place the optimizer microphone at your seating position and set it at the same height as your ears.
Note Note This setting is only available if the “Speaker Pattern” is set to a setting without surround back and front high speakers. This setting is not available when headphones are connected. To set the front speaker You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. SPEAKERS To cancel Auto Calibration The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you perform the following during the measurement process: – Press ?/1.
Guide to on-screen display (OSD) operation 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a menu you want, then press to enter the menu. The menu item list appears on the TV screen. Example: When you select “Watch”. AMP V/v/B/b, RETURN O OPTIONS HOME Using the menu 1 2 4 Switch the input of the TV to the input which the receiver is connected. Press AMP, then press HOME. The home menu is displayed on the TV screen. Depending on the TV, the home menu may take some time to appear on the TV screen.
Overview of the home menus Menu Description Watch Selects the video source to be input to the receiver (page 34). Listen Selects the music source to be input to the receiver (page 34). You can also enjoy FM/AM radio of the built-in receiver (page 41). Sound Effects Enables you to enjoy sound development provided by various Sony proprietary technologies or functions (page 45). Settings Adjusts the settings of the receiver (page 57).
5 Press 2 +/– to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy the surround sound. You can also use A.F.D./2CH, MOVIE or MUSIC on the receiver. For details, see page 45. Tips Basic Operations • You can turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver or press input buttons on the remote control to select the equipment you want. • You can adjust the volume differently using the MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or the 2 +/– button on the remote control.
Playing an iPod/iPhone You can enjoy music contents from the iPod/iPhone by connecting it to the on the receiver. For details on connecting the iPod/iPhone, see page 28. (USB) port Compatible iPod/iPhone models You can use the following iPod/iPhone models on this receiver. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using it.
Selecting the iPod/ iPhone control mode You can select the iPod/iPhone control mode using the OSD menu or iPhone CTRL on the remote control. You can use the OSD menu to browse contents on the iPod/iPhone. You can also control all operations by viewing the information on the display panel when TV screen is turned off. Operating the iPod/ iPhone using “System OSD” mode 1 2 Make sure that “System OSD” is selected in step 4 in “Selecting the iPod/iPhone control mode” (page 37).
To operate the iPod/iPhone using the remote control • Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the iPod/iPhone. iPod/iPhone message list Message and explanation USB iPhone CTRL Reading The receiver is recognizing and reading information of the iPod or iPhone. Loading The receiver is loading information of the iPod or iPhone. Not supported An unsupported iPod or iPhone is connected.
* The receiver does not play files encoded with DRM. Compatible USB devices You can use the following Sony USB devices on this receiver. Verified Sony USB device Product name Model name NWZ-S754 / S755 NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455 NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355 NWZ-B133 / B135 / B133F / B135F NWZ-B142 / B143 / B142F / B143F NWD-E023F / E025F NWZ-E435F / E436F / E438F MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL / 8GL / 16GL USM1GLX / 2GLX / 4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX Notes • The receiver is unable to read data in NTFS format.
To operate the USB device using the remote control USB SHUFFLE REPEAT +/– m/M N ./> x X Press USB before you use the following buttons. Press Operation N Starts play. X Pauses play. x Stops play. m/M Fast reverses or forwards. ./> Goes to the previous/next file. +/– Goes to the previous/next folder. REPEAT* Enters repeat mode (Off / One / All / Folder). SHUFFLE* Enters shuffle mode (Off / All / Folder). * Press repeatedly to select the playback mode.
• When playing a very long track, some operations may cause playback delay. USB message list Message and explanation Reading The receiver is recognizing and reading information of the USB device. Device error The memory of the USB device could not be recognized (page 39). Not supported No device is connected No USB device is connected or the connected USB device is not recognized. No track No track was found. Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner.
FM/AM screen You can select and operate each item on the screen by pressing V/v/B/b and . Tuning to a station directly (Direct Tuning) You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 2 Press D.TUNING. Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency, then press . Example 1: FM 102.
Changing the AM tuning scale (USA, Canada and Mexico models only) You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver. Presetting FM/AM radio stations (Preset Memory) You can store up to 30 FM and 30 AM stations as your favorite stations. ?/1 V/v/B/b, OPTIONS 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver. The current AM tuning scale is changed to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
Naming preset stations (Name Input) 1 2 3 4 5 Select “FM” or “AM” from the menu, then press . When you tune to a station that provides RDS services, the Program Service name* appears on the TV screen and the display panel. Select “Select Preset”, then press . * If an RDS broadcast is not received, a Program Service name will not appear. Select the preset number which you want to name, then press OPTIONS. Select “Name Input”, then press . Press V/v repeatedly to select a character, then press b.
Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field This receiver can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields. 1 2 3 Select “Sound Effects” from the home menu, then press . Select “Sound Field”, then press . Select the sound field you want. Tips Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)/2 channel sound mode • Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.
With this mode, you are able to enjoy Bluray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound, but also the best sound ambience, just as the movie’s sound engineer intended in the mastering process. You can select the effect type for HDD.C.S. as follows. • Dynamic: This setting is suitable for an environment which is reverberant but lacks a spacious feeling (where sound absorption is not sufficient).
x PLII Music x HP Direct (HP DIRECT) Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “Analog Direct” is selected. Outputs the analog signals without processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc. x PLIIx Music Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “Large” in the Speaker Settings menu. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if – the digital input signal contains LFE signals. – the front or surround speakers are set to “Small”. – “Multi Stereo”, “PLII Movie”, “PLII Music”, “PLIIx Movie”, “PLIIx Music”, “PLIIz Height”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “Portable Audio” is selected.
Using the Pure Direct function Resetting sound fields to the default settings The Pure Direct mode lets you enjoy higher fidelity sound. When Pure Direct is on, the display panel lights off to suppress the noise that affects sound quality. You can use the Pure Direct function with all inputs. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. 1 2 3 ?/1 MUSIC Select “Sound Effects” from the home menu, then press . Select “Pure Direct”, then press . Select “On” or “Off”, then press .
“BRAVIA” Sync Features What is “BRAVIA” Sync? The “BRAVIA” Sync function allows communication between Sony products such as TV, Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, AV amplifier, etc. that supports the Control for HDMI function.
If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMIEasy Setting” function V/v/b, HOME 1 Press HOME. 2 3 4 5 8 9 One-Touch Play When you start playback the equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection, the receiver and TV operation are simplified as follows: Receiver and TV Turns on (if in standby mode) Switches to appropriate HDMI input If you set “Pass Through” to “Auto” or “On”* (page 64), then set the receiver to standby mode, sound and image can be output only from the TV.
Tip You can also select a connected equipment, such as Blu-ray Disc/DVD player from the TV menu. The receiver and TV will automatically switch to the appropriate HDMI input. 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.
Scene Select Remote Easy Control The optimum picture quality and sound field are selected automatically according to the scene selected on your TV. For details on the operation, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. You can use the TV remote control to operate the menu of the receiver. Select the receiver (AV AMP) recognized by the TV. Note Notes The sound field may not switch depending on the TV. • The receiver is recognized as “Tuner (AV AMP)” by the TV.
Notes Other Operations Switching between digital and analog audio • Based on the input, “------” appears on the display panel, and other modes cannot be selected. • When “Analog Direct” is being used, audio input is set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select other modes. (INPUT MODE) When you connect equipment to both digital and analog audio 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.
Input name Assignable audio input jacks BD DVD GAME OPT1 a a a OPT2 a a COAX a a None a* a* SAT/ CATV VIDEO SA-CD/ CD a* a a a a a a a a a a* a* a a* a * Default setting Notes • When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically. • One reassignment is allowed for each input.
Using a bi-amplifier connection Reverting back to the factory default settings 1 You can clear all memorized settings and revert the receiver back to the factory default settings by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to initialize the receiver before you use it for the first time. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. Press HOME. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Select “Settings”, then press .
3 Adjusting Settings Select the menu item you want, then press . Example: When you select “Speaker Settings”. Using the Settings menu You can adjust various settings for speakers, surround effects, etc. using the Settings menu. V/v/B/b, 4 RETURN O HOME 1 Press HOME. The home menu is displayed on the TV screen. Select the parameter you want, then press . To return to the previous screen Press RETURN O. To exit the menu Press HOME to display the home menu, then press HOME again.
Settings menu list Settings Easy Setup (page 59) Speaker Settings (page 59) Auto Calibration Calibration Type Speaker Pattern SB Assign Manual Setup Crossover Freq. Test Tone Distance Unit Audio Settings (page 63) Night Mode Equalizer Sound Field A/V Sync. Auto Volume Dual Mono D. Range Comp.
Easy Setup Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions (page 30). 3 Save the measurement result. Select “Save&Exit” in step 3. Note If you reposition your speaker, we recommend that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy the surround sound. Tips Speaker Settings menu You can adjust each speaker manually. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the Auto Calibration is completed. Note The speaker settings are only for the current seating position.
Message list after Auto Calibration measurement Display and explanation Display and explanation Warning 41 Warning 42 Headphones are connected to the PHONES jack on the receiver. Remove the headphones and perform the Auto Calibration again. The input from the microphone is too big. • The distance between the speaker and the microphone may be too close. Set them apart and perform the measurement again. Error 31 Warning 43 Error 30 The SPEAKERS is set to off.
• Speaker B: If you connect an additional front speaker system to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/BI-AMP/FRONT HIGH/ FRONT B terminals, select “Speaker B”. • Bi-Amp: If you connect front speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ BI-AMP/FRONT HIGH/FRONT B terminals using a bi-amplifier connection, select “Bi-Amp”. • Off: If you connect surround back or front high speakers to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/BI-AMP/FRONT HIGH/ FRONT B terminals, select “Off”.
• Large: If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “Large”. Normally, select “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 bass frequencies of each channel from the subwoofer or other “Large” speakers. x Crossover Freq.
x Auto Volume Audio Settings menu You can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference. x Night Mode Lets you retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels. For details, see “Using the Night Mode function” (page 48). x Equalizer Lets you adjust the bass and treble level for front speakers. For details, see “Adjusting the equalizer” (page 48). x Sound Field Lets you select a sound effect applied to input signals. For details, see “Enjoying Sound Effects” (page 45).
x D.Range Comp. (Dynamic Range Compression) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • On: The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. • Auto: The dynamic range is compressed automatically. • Off: The dynamic range is not compressed.
• When you connect the receiver to a video equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select “AMP”. x Subwoofer Level Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an HDMI connection. You can set the level for each input to which an HDMI input jack is assigned independently. • Auto: Automatically sets the level to 0 dB or +10 dB, depending on the audio stream.
x Auto Standby Lets you set the receiver switch to standby mode automatically when you do not operate the receiver or when there is no signals input to the receiver. • On: Switches to standby mode after approximately 30 minutes. • Off: Does not switch to standby mode. Notes • This function does not work when “FM” or “AM” input is selected. • If you use the Auto standby mode and the Sleep Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 57. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Auto Calibration settings [] Auto Calibration start [A.CAL START] Auto Calibration typea) [CAL TYPE] FULL FLAT, ENGINEER, FRONT REF, OFF Level settings [] Test toneb) [TEST TONE] OFF, AUTO xxxc) Front left speaker levelb) [FL LEVEL] FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB (0.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Speaker settings [] Speaker pattern [SP PATTERN] 5/2.1 to 2/0 (20 patterns) Front speakers sizeb) [FRT SIZE] LARGE, SMALL Center speaker sizeb) [CNT SIZE] LARGE, SMALL Surround speakers sizeb) [SUR SIZE] LARGE, SMALL Front high speakers sizeb) [FH SIZE] LARGE, SMALL Surround back speaker assignd) [SB ASSIGN] SPK B, BI-AMP, OFF Front left speaker distanceb) [FL DIST.] FL 1.00 m to FL 10.00 m (FL 3’3” to FL 32’9”) (0.
Menu [Display] Settings Subwoofer distanceb) [SW DIST.] SW 1.00 m to SW 10.00 m (SW 3’3” to SW 32’9”) (0.01 m (1 inch) interval) Distance unit [DIST.
Menu [Display] HDMI settings [] System settings [] Parameters [Display] Settings Digital broadcast language selection [DUAL MONO] MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB Dynamic range compression [D. RANGE] COMP. ON, COMP. AUTO, COMP.
To view the information on the display panel The display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field. 1 Select the input for which you want to check the information. 2 Press AMP, then press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows.
3 Referring to the following table, press the corresponding button for the category you want, then release TV ?/1. Example: Press 1, then release TV ?/1. Now you can use the SAT/CATV button to control the Blu-ray Disc player.
On placement Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Power The receiver is turned off automatically. • “Auto Standby” is set to “On” (page 66). • The Sleep Timer function is working (page 15). • “PROTECTOR” is working (page 80).
Sound • Check that all connecting cords are inserted to their input/output jacks for the respective jacks of the receiver, speakers and the equipment. • Check that both the receiver and all equipment are turned on. • Check that MASTER VOLUME control is not set to “VOL MIN”. • Check that the SPEAKERS is not set to “SPK OFF” (page 60). • Check that headphones are not connected to the receiver. • Press on the remote control to cancel the muting function.
There is no sound from a specific equipment. • Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that equipment. • Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment. • Check the INPUT MODE (page 54). • Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment. • You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. • Check that the speakers and equipment are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust the sound level parameters using the Speaker Settings menu. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc.
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) iPod/iPhone The sound is distorted. Receiver Radio stations cannot be tuned in. • Check that the antennas (aerials) are connected securely. Adjust the antennas (aerials) and connect an external antenna (aerial), if necessary. • The signal strength of the stations is too weak with automatic tuning. Use direct tuning. • Make sure you set the tuning scale correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning) (page 43).
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound. • Turn off the receiver and reconnect the USB device, then turn on the receiver. • The music data itself contains noise, or the sound is distorted. The USB device is not recognized. • Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the USB device. Turn on the receiver again and reconnect the USB device. • Connect the supported USB device (page 39). • The USB device does not work properly. Refer to the USB device operating instructions on how to deal with this problem.
“BRAVIA” Sync (Control for HDMI) Remote control The remote control does not function. The Control for HDMI function does not work. • Check the HDMI connection (page 24). • Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” in HDMI Settings menu. • Make sure the connected equipment is compatible with the Control for HDMI function. • Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected equipment. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
Clearing the memory Reference sections 1) To clear See All memorized settings page 56 Customized sound fields page 49 Specifications (USA model only) With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section Mexico model1) Minimum RMS Output Power (6 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.
AM tuner section General Tuning range Power requirements Area Tuning scale Area Power requirements USA, Canada, Taiwan 120 V AC, 60 Hz 10 kHz step 9 kHz step USA, Canada, Mexico 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz 531 kHz – 1,710 kHz Europe, Australia, Taiwan – 531 kHz – 1,602 kHz Antenna (aerial) Loop antenna (aerial) Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms iPod/iPhone section DC 5V 1.
Index 2 channel 45 5.1 channel 19 7.1 channel 19 A A.F.D. mode 45 A/V Sync.
I R Input 34 INPUT MODE 54 Input Settings 65 iPod/iPhone Charging 38 Compatible models 36 Remote control 14 Remote Easy Control 53 Resetting 72 L Language 65 Level Settings 67 M Manual Setup 61 Menu 57, 67 Message Auto Calibration 60 Error 80 iPod/iPhone 38 USB 41 Movie mode 45 Music mode 46 Muting 35 N S Satellite tuner 26, 27 SB Assign 60, 68 Settings menu 57 Sleep Timer 15 Sound field 45 Speaker Pattern 60, 68 Speaker Settings 59, 68 Super Audio CD player 28 Surround Settings 69 System Audio Contr
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