4-235-283-13(3) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-VA555ES © 2001 Sony Corporation
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not Cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Don’t throw a battery, dispose it as the injurious wastes. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Table of Contents Features ................................................. 4 Parts Identification Main unit ............................................... 5 Hooking Up the Components Required cords ....................................... 6 Antenna hookups ................................... 7 Audio component hookups .................... 8 Video component hookups .................... 9 Digital component hookups ................. 10 Multi channel input hookups ............... 12 Other hookups ...........
Features 7.1 channel mode This receiver incorporates a 6 channel amplifier. It can reproduce the sound of movies (etc.) encoded in 6.1 channel audio through front (L/R), center, surround (L/R), surround back, and sub woofer speakers. This receiver also lets you enjoy a 7.1 channel mode. The 7.1 channel mode uses DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the Surround Back channel in stereo (L/R) (page 28).
Parts Identification The items are arranged in alphabetical order. Main unit 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; qaqsqd qf qgqhqj qkql – rf rd rs 2CH qg (30, 32) 2ND ROOM eh (29) 6.1CH indicator ql 6.1CH DECODING qk (33, 50) A.F.D.
Hooking Up the Components Required cords Before you get started • Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. • Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the connections are completed. • Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. • When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
Antenna hookups AM loop antenna* (supplied) ANTENNA 75Ω COAXIAL DIGITAL FM U AM COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN OUT S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT CD/SACD OPTICAL IN ND/DAT OPTICAL OUT CB/B-Y MD/DAT OPTICAL IN CR/R-Y TV/SAT OPTICAL IN PHONO CD/SACD IN DVD/LD OPTICAL IN IN VIDEO OUT MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OUT IN 2ND ROOM IN VIDEO OUT AUD
Audio component hookups For details on the required cords (A – F), see page 6.
Video component hookups DVD or LD player TV or satellite tuner AUDIO OUT L R ANTENNA VIDEO OUT B 75Ω COAXIAL DIGITAL FM U AM COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN OUT S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT CD/SACD OPTICAL IN ND/DAT OPTICAL OUT CB/B-Y MD/DAT OPTICAL IN CR/R-Y PHONO CD/SACD IN DVD/LD OPTICAL IN IN VIDEO OUT MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OUT IN
Digital component hookups Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. For 6.1 channel surround sound, you will also need a surround back speaker.
Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital output jack. These connections allow you to make digital recordings of TV broadcasts, etc.
Multi channel input hookups Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channel input jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel decoder.
Other hookups CONTROL A1 Hooking Up the Component ANTENNA 75Ω COAXIAL DIGITAL FM U AM COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR TV/SAT DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN OUT S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT CD/SACD OPTICAL IN Y ND/DAT OPTICAL OUT CB/B-Y MD/DAT OPTICAL IN CR/R-Y TV/SAT OPTICAL IN PHONO CD/SACD IN DVD/LD OPTICAL IN IN VIDEO OUT MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OUT IN 2ND ROOM IN VID
Other hookups (continued) Connecting the AC power cord 2ND ROOM hookup Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page 16). You can use the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks to output the audio/video signals of the selected component to a stereo amplifier located in another room (see page 29). Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/ video components to a wall outlet.
Notes If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the whole system on or off when you turn the receiver on or off. Caution Hooking Up the Component • (Models of area code E only) Two AC power cords are supplied. Use either AC power cord that fits your wall outlet. • We recommend that you connect this unit directly to a wall outlet.
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookup Required cords A Speaker cords (not supplied) (+) (+) (–) (–) B Monaural audio cord (not supplied) Black Black C Audio cord (not supplied) White (L) Red (R) White (L) Red (R) Surround speaker (R) Active sub woofer Surround speaker (L) Surround back speaker* INPUT AUDIO IN E e e E A B e E A A IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω AC OUTLET SPEAKERS VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN VIDEO OUT OUT R SURROUND L CENTE
Tips • You can connect an active sub woofer to either of the two jacks. The remaining jack can be used to connect a second active sub woofer. As the active sub woofer does not have the directivity, you can place it wherever you want. • To connect certain speakers to another power amplifier, use the PRE OUT jacks. The same signal is output from both the SPEAKERS jacks and the PRE OUT jacks.
Speaker system hookup (continued) Speaker impedance To enjoy multi channel surround, connect front, center, surround, and surround back speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher, and set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “8Ω”. Check the operating instructions supplied with your speakers if you’re not sure of their impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label on the back of the speaker.
When placing surround speakers behind you Performing initial setup operations B Before using your receiver for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to your system. For the adjustable parameters, see the table on page 84. See pages 19–24 for speaker settings and pages 50–52 for other settings. A A 45° C C D Multi channel surround setup For the best possible surround sound, all speakers should be the same distance from the listening position (A).
Multi channel surround setup (continued) Initial settings Parameter Initial setting FRONT SP LARGE CENTER SP LARGE SURROUND SP LARGE SURR BACK SP LARGE SURR BACK L/R NO SUB WOOFER YES FRONT 5.0 meter CENTER 5.0 meter SURROUND 3.5 meter SURR BACK 3.5 meter SUB WOOFER 5.0 meter S.W PHASE NORMAL DISTANCE UNIT meter SURR POSI. SIDE SURR HEIGHT LOW SURR BACK HGT.
x Surround back speaker single or double (SURR BACK L/R) • When the center speaker is set to “NO” and you use the center speaker as a surround back right speaker and use the surround back speaker as a surround back left speaker, select “YES”. • If you use only a surround back speaker, select “NO”.
Multi channel surround setup (continued) x Surround speaker distance (SURROUND) Set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers. Surround speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 19) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your listening position (C on page 19). When this range is exceeded, the display blinks. If you make the setting while the display blinks, you cannot fully enjoy the surround effect.
x Surround speaker position (SURR POSI.)* This parameter lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the illustration below. • Select “MIDDLE” if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B. • Select “BEHIND” if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section C. This parameter is available only when the surround back speaker size is set to “NO”.
Multi channel surround setup (continued) Tip The surround/surround back speaker position parameter is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as critical as other modes.
Adjusting the speaker level Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the level of each speaker. Note 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the remote. You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence. 3 Adjust the LEVEL parameters so that the level of the test tone from each speaker sounds the same when you are in your main listening position (page 39). 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the test tone.
Basic Operations AUDIO SPLIT Selecting the component FUNCTION control Turn FUNCTION control to select the component you want to use. Press AUDIO SPLIT to assign the audio input for each function. This function is convenient when you are using a number of digital components. You can select the audio input assigned by this function using INPUT MODE (page 27). You cannot assign the audio input for TUNER.
MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT Press INPUT MODE to select the input mode for your digital components. You can also select the COAXIAL or OPTICAL audio input of other functions assigned by AUDIO SPLIT. Each time you press the button, the input mode of the currently selected component switches. Press MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT to enjoy the audio source connected to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks or analog 2 channel input jacks.
Selecting the component (continued) To connect the speakers See page 16. PHONES Before using the 7.1 channel mode Use to connect headphones. Set “Center speaker size (CENTER)” to “NO” and set “Surround back speaker single or double (SURR BACK L/R)” to “YES”. For details on the setting, see pages 20–21. When the headphones are connected, selectable sound fields are HEADPHONE (2CH), HEADPHONE (DIRECT), and HEADPHONE THEATER (see page 32).
Listening to the sound in another room Changing the display DISPLAY 5 4 6 7 3 1/u 8 2 9 1 0 OFF A Press repeatedly to change the information on the display window. 10 B A+B – + – + – + DIMMER AUDIO IN Stereo amplifier SPEAKERS Basic Operations Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the display (5 steps). DIMMER indicator lights when the dimmer function is activated.
Enjoying Surround Sound About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) 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. You can also customize the sound fields to obtain the sound you want by changing the various surround parameters. To fully enjoy surround sound, you must register the number and location of your speakers.
x SEMI C.STUDIO EX A–C1) (Semi Cinema Studio EX A–C)DCS x VIRTUAL MULTI REAR1) (Virtual Multi Rear) DCS Uses 3D sound imaging of V. SEMI M. DIMENSION to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from the sound of the front speakers (without using actual surround speakers). You can reproduce the 6.1 channel surround sound by creating the virtual surround back speaker through the “VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1” playback function (page 33).
Selecting a sound field (continued) x CHURCH Reproduces the acoustics of a stone church. x OPERA HOUSE Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house. x JAZZ CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. x DISCO/CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque/ dance club. x LIVE HOUSE Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house. Notes • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.
NIGHT MODE Allows you to retain a theater like environment, at low volume levels even late at night. Even at a low volume level, you can clearly hear the dialogues and adjust the volume in small steps. This function can be used with other sound field (pages 30–32). While this function is on, BASS, TREBLE, and EFFECT level rises, and D.RANGE COMP. is automatically set to “MAX”. This function does not work while MULTI/ 2CH ANALOG DIRECT is on. About DVD encoding and playback of Surround EX (6.
Selecting a sound field (continued) About 6.1 channel decoding mode 6.1CH DECODING OFF AUTO ON Input stream Output channel Applied 6.1 channel decoder Dolby Digital 5.1 NO Dolby Digital EX1) 5.1 NO DTS 5.1 5.1 NO DTS-ES Matrix 6.12) 5.1 NO DTS-ES Discrete 6.13) 5.1 NO Dolby Digital 5.1 NO Dolby Digital EX 6.1 Sony DCMD4) DTS 5.1 5.1 NO DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 6.1 DTS matrix decoder DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 6.1 DTS discrete decoder Dolby Digital 6.1 Sony DCMD Dolby Digital EX 6.
Understanding the multi channel surround displays 1 2 3 SW L C R L.F.E. SL S SR PRO LOGIC 4 5 6 7 a DIGITAL MULTI CH IN 1 2 D.RANGE RDS MEMORY SB qg COAX SLEEP MONO OPT a STEREO DTS MPEG EQ qf qd qs qa 09 2 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 the source sound (based on the speakers settings). When using sound fields like “D.
Understanding the multi channel surround displays (continued) qa MPEG: Lights up when MPEG signals are input. Note Only the front 2 channels are compatible with MPEG format. Multi channel surround sound is downmixed and output from the front 2 channels. qs DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input. When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is NOT set to ANALOG 2CH FIXED (see page 27).
Customizing sound fields By adjusting the surround parameters and the equalization of the front, center, surround, and surround back speakers, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored in the memory indefinitely. You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters.
Customizing sound fields (continued) 2ch decode mode (2CH MODE) Lets you specify the type of decoding for the 2 channel source. This receiver incorporates with Dolby Surround Pro Logic II, and DTS Neo:6. Each of these has movie mode and music mode, and the receiver can reproduce the 2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through Dolby Surround Pro Logic II, or 6 channel through DTS Neo:6. • When set to “PRO LOGIC”, the receiver performs the Pro Logic decoding.
Front reverberation (FRONT REVERB) This parameter can be used when “D.CONCERT HALL A, B” is selected. This parameter lets you adjust the amount of reverberations to add to the front signals according to the original reverberations in the source. Bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Unlike the equalizer in the equalizer menu (which allows you to individually adjust the overall sound quality of each set of speakers), these parameters allow you to individually adjust the tonal quality of each sound field.
Customizing sound fields (continued) Front balance (FRONT) Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. Initial settings Surround balance (SURROUND) Parameter Initial setting TEST TONE* OFF PHASE NOISE* OFF PHASE AUDIO* OFF Surround back balance (SUR.BACK) FRONT L__I__R Center SURROUND L__I__R Center Lets you adjust the balance between surround back left and right speakers when surround back L/R speakers are set to “YES”.
Dynamic range compressor (D. RANGE COMP.) Adjusting the equalizer Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. We recommend using the “MAX” setting. The EQ menu lets you adjust the equalization of the front, center, surround and surround back speakers individually. The equalizer bank lets you store up to 5 different equalizer settings. • To reproduce the sound track with no compression, select “OFF”.
Adjusting the equalizer (continued) Front speaker bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass. Front speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of midrange. Front speaker midrange bandwidth Lets you adjust the width of the midrange band. • “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected frequency, for general adjustments. • “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
Receiving Broadcasts Notes Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you have connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see page 7). Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) • Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation. • If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to store stations in your new area. • For details on tuning the stored stations, see page 45. • The FM MODE setting is also stored along with the station.
Direct tuning (continued) Automatic tuning 5 If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to receive another station. If you don’t know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area. 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER. The last received station is tuned in.
Presetting radio stations Tuning to preset stations 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER. You can tune the preset stations by either of the following two ways. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Direct Tuning (page 43) or Automatic Tuning (page 44). 3 Press MEMORY. “MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. 4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – to select a preset number.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of area code CEL only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can use the following convenient RDS features: – Displaying RDS information – Scanning preset stations by program type Note that RDS is operable only for FM stations.* * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same types of services.
Description of program types Program type indication Program type indication Leisure & Hobby Programs on recreational activities such as gardening, fishing, cooking, etc.
Other Operations 3 Create an index name by using the jog Naming preset stations and program sources You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and program sources. These names (for example, “VHS”) appear in the receiver’s display when a station or program source is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station or program source. This function is useful for distinguishing components of the same kind.
Notes Tip • You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog TAPE OUT or MD/DAT OUT jacks. To record a digital audio signal, connect a digital component to the DIGITAL MD/DAT OUT jacks. • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the TAPE OUT or MD/DAT OUT jacks. • The analog audio signals of the current function is output from the REC OUT jacks.
Adjustments using the SET UP button The SET UP button allows you to make the following adjustments. 1 Press SET UP. 2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the parameter you want to adjust. 3 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want. x 6.1ch decoding mode (6.1CH DECODING) You can set this parameter using 6.1CH DECODING on the front panel (page 33). • When set to “AUTO”, the receiver performs 6.1 channel decoding only if 6.1 channel signals decode flag is ON.
x Digital power management (D.POWER) Lets you enjoy the analog source without the influence of digital circuits. • “AUTO OFF” turns off the power of the unnecessary digital circuits automatically when you use analog inputs or functions that bypass digital processing when MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT function is used. • “ALWAYS ON” keeps the power of digital circuits on. Select if you do not like the time lag that occurs with the “AUTO OFF” setting when digital circuits are turned on, etc.
Adjustments using the SET UP button (continued) x Selecting the command mode of the remote (COMMAND MODE) x 2-way remote (2 WAY REMOTE) Lets you select the command mode of the remote. Change the command mode when you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. This receiver is shipped from the factory with the 2 way remote control system set to “ON”. Normally, you can use the receiver as is.
CONTROL A1 system control Getting Started This section explains the basic functions of the CONTROL A1 Control System. Certain components have special functions, like “CD Synchro Dubbing” on cassette decks, that require CONTROL A1 connections. For detailed information regarding specific operations, be sure to also refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with your component(s).
CONTROL A1 (continued) control system Jacks and connection examples CONTROL A1 CONTROL A1 CD player Notes • You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier (receiver) using a monaural mini-plug cord in order to take advantage of the automatic function selection feature. • This function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons.
Operations using the remote Before you use your remote Inserting batteries into the remote Insert three LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, on the point it at the remote sensor receiver. } ] } ] ] } Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones.
Before you use your remote (continued) Setting up the remote Location of parts and basic remote operations At the time of shipping, the remote has not been customized to your receiver yet. Before you use the remote for the first time, do the procedure below to set up the remote so that it can control your receiver properly. 1 1 Press ?/1 on the receiver to turn it on. wj and press SOUND FIELD, FUNCTION, or SUB.
Parts Description 1 Display window The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here. 6 Tape/disc operation buttons The following table shows what components are operated by each button and the function of the buttons. Button(s) Function H Starts play of the playback medium. Note h Characters other than letters of the alphabet or numbers may be displayed incorrectly on the remote, even if they appear correctly in the display window on the main unit.
Location of parts and basic remote operations (continued) qa DIMMER button The function of this button is same as the DIMMER button on the receiver. See page 29. qs AUDIO SPLIT button The function of this button is same as the AUDIO SPLIT button on the receiver. See page 26. qd INPUT MODE button The function of this button is same as the INPUT MODE button on the receiver. See page 27. qf TEST TONE button Press to output a test tone.
w; SHIFT >10 button If you have selected tuner: Press repeatedly to select a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations. If you selected VCR, TV, tape deck, LD player, video CD player, MD deck, or CD player: Press before inputting a channel, disc, or track number of eleven or higher. For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the respective components. wa Numeric buttons (1 to 0) Inputs the correponding numeric value. On some components, pressing 0 selects 10.
Location of parts and basic remote operations (continued) Table of buttons used to control each component When you program the remote to control the following Sony or non-Sony components, you can use the buttons on the remote that are marked with circles. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate your component.
Table of operations that appear when you press the SUB button Press SUB to display a list of operations that the corresponding buttons are not found on the remote. The contents of the lists will vary according to the currently selected component. The following table shows the items in each list and the function of each item. Component Item(s) Function LD Player DISPLAY Selects information displayed on the TV screen. SIDE Aa) Selects side A of the disc. SIDE Ba) Selects side B of the disc.
Location of parts and basic remote operations (continued) Component Item(s) Function VIDEO CD TIME player Changes the time information. INDEX + INDEX – CD Player Component Item(s) Satellite tuner GUIDE Selects a disc.d) TRACK Selects a track.d) MD deck Toggles between the previous and current channels. DISPLAY Selects information displayed on the TV screen. FAVORITE Displays the Favorite Station Guides. CATEGORY Displays the Guide Category list. CONTINUE Selects Continuous Play.
a) “SIDE A/B” appears for non-Sony LD players. b) Only with Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function. c) Only with Sony TVs that supports the wide-picture mode. d) Only with the Sony CD changer. Note If you have programmed the remote to control nonSony components, note the following: – All the items may not appear when you select a component. – All the items displayed may not function.
Using the lists Chart of lists See the treelike chart below for the list hierarchy. Details on how to access each list is given from page 65. Some items have sub-lists that appear when you press SUB (see pages 61–62).
Selecting a component Basic procedure for selecting a component Do the procedure below to select a component from the function list. Additional procedures after selecting a component If you selected tuner Do the procedure below after you have selected the tuner. 1 Move the easy scroll key. 1 Press FUNCTION. The function list appears. The items in the list correspond with the jacks on the receiver. MD/DAT p CD/SACD TUNER PHONO The preset station list appears.
Using the lists (continued) Selecting a sound field If you selected a Sony CD changer Do the procedure below to select a sound field from the sound field list. 1 Move the easy scroll key. 1 Press SOUND FIELD. The DISC MEMO list appears. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select a disc, then press the key to enter the selection. 3 Start playback. The sound field list appears. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select the sound field, then press the key to enter the selection.
1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears. p RECEIVER IR SET LEARNING DOWNLOAD 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “IR SET”, then press the key to enter the selection. The IR SET list appears. [VIDEO 1 ] p [VIDEO 2 ] [VIDEO 3 ] 3 Move the easy scroll key to select the component (“VIDEO 2”, for example), then press the key to enter the selection. The category list appears. 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the category (i.e.
Using the lists (continued) 3 Move the easy scroll key to select “MACRO1” (or “MACRO2”), then press the key to enter the selection. The program list appears. p 1-NO SET 2-NO SET 3-NO SET 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the macro step number (“1-NO SET” for example) then press the key to enter the selection. The category list appears. Category? Common Button p VCR 5 Move the easy scroll key to select the component category (“VCR” for example), then press the key to enter the selection.
To erase a programmed IR code 1 In step 4, move the easy scroll key to select “Common”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “NO SET”, then press the key to enter selection. To turn off all Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY) 1 In step 4, move the easy scroll key to select “Common”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “ALL OFF”, then press the key to enter selection. However, this function cannot be applied to some Sony components.
4 Point the remote code receiver section Using the lists (continued) SOUND FIELD AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY FUNCTION PUSH ENTER ?/1 SET UP H button you want to use for the Learning function, then press the key to enter the selection. The learning display appears. 70 About 5 cm – 15 cm 5 Move the easy scroll key to select “Learning Start”, then press the key to enter the selection. “Learning Now!!” is displayed. 6 Press the appropriate button on the remote control to send the remote control code.
To enter a name for SUB 1–5 1 In step 5, move the easy scroll key to select “Name”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Use the easy scroll key to create a name (up to 8 characters). +/–: select a character : move the cursor Insert: insert a space Delete: delete a character To cancel learning Move the easy scroll key to select “Exit” or “Cancel” during any step, then press the key to enter the selection.
Using the lists (continued) To download CD disc names (memos) and information on the presence or absence of a CD in each slot of a CD changer This function is available only when the category for the CD function in the IR SET list is set to “CD2” or “CD3”. When the category is set to “CD1”, CD DISC NAME does not appear in the DOWNLOAD list. 1 Move the easy scroll key to select “CD DISC NAME” then press the key to enter the selection. The SORT menu appears in the display.
Adjusting the level parameters Other Operations Sorting the menu 1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears. p RECEIVER IR SET LEARNING DOWNLOAD 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “RECEIVER”, then press the key to enter the selection. The RECEIVER list appears. p LEVEL Exit 3 Move the easy scroll key to select The LEVEL list appears. p FRONT BAL SURR BAL SURR BACK BAL 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the menu you want to adjust, then press the key to enter the selection.
Using the lists (continued) Turning the backlight on or off Using the auto power function Each time you press a button on the remote, the backlight turns on. If you do the procedure below to turn off the backlight, you can make the batteries last longer. With the auto power function turned on, the commander sends numerous codes to the appropriate Sony AV components when you select a video function.
Switching the COMMAND MODE You can switch the command mode (AV SYSTEM1 or AV SYSTEM2) of the remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. 1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears. AUTO POWER BACK LIGHT CONTRAST p COMMAND MODE 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “COMMAND MODE”, then press the key to enter the selection. The COMMAND MODE list appears.
Additional Information 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 unit, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver.
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 (see page 28). 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.
Troubleshooting (continued) Recording cannot be done. • Check that the components are connected correctly. • Select the source component with FUNCTION control. • When recording from a digital component, make sure the INPUT MODE is set to ANALOG 2CH FIXED (see page 27) before recording with a component connected to the analog MD/DAT or TAPE terminals.
Remote control Specifications The remote does not function. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. • If the receiver’s COMMAND MODE and the remote’s COMMAND MODE do not match, transmission is not possible between the remote and the receiver. • Make sure you select the correct function on the remote.
Specifications (continued) 1) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements E 240 V AC, 50 Hz CN, CEL 230 V AC, 50 Hz 2) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements CN 220 V AC, 50 Hz 3) Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
AM tuner section General Tuning range Models of area code E With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1610 kHz6) With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1602 kHz6) Models of area code CN, CEL With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1602 kHz Power requirements Antenna Loop antenna Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or 999 kHz) S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV/m) Harmonic distortion 0.5 % (50 mV/m, 400 Hz) Selectivity At 9 kHz: At 10 kHz: 35 dB 40 dB 6) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz.
Tables of settings using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURROUND, EQ, SET UP buttons, jog dial, and cursor buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make. Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page SURROUND 2CH DECODING AUTO, ON, OFF 37 2CH MODE PRO LOGIC, PLII MOVIE, PLII MUSIC, Neo: Cinema, Neo: Music C.
Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page EQ FRONT BASS GAIN or to select –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) 41 FRONT BASS FREQUENCY 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps) FRONT MID GAIN –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) FRONT MID FREQUENCY 198 Hz to 10 kHz (37 steps) FRONT MID BANDWIDTH WIDE, MID, NARR FRONT TREBLE GAIN –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) FRONT TREBLE FREQUENCY 1.0 kHz to 10 kHz (23 steps) CENTER BASS GAIN –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) CENTER BASS FREQUENCY 99 Hz to 1.
Tables of settings using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons (continued) Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page SET UP FRONT SP or to select LARGE, SMALL 19 CENTER SP LARGE, SMALL, NO SURROUND SP LARGE, SMALL, NO SURR BACK SP LARGE, SMALL, NO SURR BACK L/R YES, NO SUB WOOFER YES, NO FRONT 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps) CENTER 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps) SURROUND 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.1 meter steps) SURR BACK 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (0.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field The adjusted SURROUND parameters are stored in each sound field. The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all the sound fields. < SURROUND 2CH 2CH DECODING MODE EFFECT LEVEL WALL TYPE > REVERB FRONT SCREEN VIRTUAL SUR. BASS/ TIME REVERB DEPTH SPEAKERS ENHANCER TREBLE z 2CH AUTO z NORMAL SURROUND ON z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z SEMI C.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued) < LEVEL FRONT BAL > SURR SURR BACK CENTER SURR SURR BACK S. WOOFER LFE D.RANGE BAL BAL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL MIX1) COMP1) 2CH z z z A.F.D. z z z z z z z z z NORMAL SURROUND z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX A z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX B z z z z z SEMI C.
< EQ < BASS GAIN BASS FREQ 2CH z A.F.D. z NORMAL SURROUND > > TREBLE TREBLE GAIN FREQ MID SLOPE z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z SEMI C.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued) < EQ < BASS GAIN BASS FREQ A.F.D. z NORMAL SURROUND z CINEMA STUDIO EX A > MID GAIN CENTER MID FREQ > TREBLE TREBLE GAIN FREQ MID SLOPE z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z SEMI C.
< EQ < BASS GAIN > SURROUND/SURROUND BACK BASS TREBLE FREQ GAIN > TREBLE FREQ 2CH A.F.D. z z z z NORMAL SURROUND z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z NIGHT THEATER z z z z MONO MOVIE z z z z STEREO MOVIE z z z z V.MULTI DIMENSION z z z z VIRTUAL MULTI REAR z z z z D.CONCERT HALL A z z z z D.
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