2-898-429-11(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No. Model No.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, 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. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
For customers in Europe Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Note for the supplied remote (RM-AAU013) The VIDEO 3 button on the remote is not available for receiver operation.
Table of Contents Getting Started Enjoying Surround Sound Description and location of parts .................. 6 1: Installing speakers................................... 14 2: Connecting speakers ............................... 15 3a: Connecting the audio components ........ 16 3b: Connecting the video components ........ 17 4: Connecting the antennas (aerials) ........... 25 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote..... 26 6: Selecting the speaker system ..................
Getting Started Description and location of parts Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL DIRECT 9 8 PHONES qf qd qs qa q; Name Function Name Function A ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 26, 34, 35, 52, 69). G MASTER VOLUME B SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) Press to select the front speaker system (page 27).
Function Press to operate the tuner (FM/AM) (page 52). Getting Started Name L MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING +/– M AUTO CAL MIC jack Connects to the supplied optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 28). N PHONES jack Connects to headphones (page 64).
About the indicators on the display 1 2 3 SW LFE SP A ; D SP B L C R SL S SR 4 5 ; PLII 6 ; PL qd 7 OPT DTS COAX qs 8 MEMORY D.RANGE qa 9 RDS ST MONO q; Name Function Name Function A SW Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to “YES” (page 42) and the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. E ; PL/ ; PLII B LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.
Function Lights up when a memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 55), etc., is activated. I Tuner indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 52), etc. Note “RDS” appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only. J Preset station indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 54. K D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 37).
Rear panel 1 2 OPTICAL Y DVD IN SAT IN VIDEO 2 /BD IN OUT HDMI + PB/CB VIDEO 2/ BD IN – PR/CR AM DVD IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT DVD VIDEO 1 MONITOR SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT CENTER COMPONENT VIDEO SURROUND L COAXIAL DIGITAL FRONT A L ANTENNA R L L – + L – AUDIO OUT R 6 + L R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD TV 5 R AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SAT VIDEO 1 R SPEAKERS SUB WOOFER 4 R FRONT B SPEAKERS 3 A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section C
F ANTENNA section Remote commander Connects to the FM wire antenna (aerial) supplied with this receiver (page 25). AM ANTENNA terminals Connects to the AM loop antenna (aerial) supplied with this receiver (page 25). You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU013 to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 61).
Name Function Name Function A TV ?/1 (on/standby) Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at the same time to turn the TV on or off. D 2CH Press to select a sound field. AV ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 61). If you press ?/1 (B) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other components (SYSTEM STANDBY). Note The function of the AV ?/1 switch changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C).
Name Name Function Press to – search tracks in the forward/ reverse direction of the DVD player. – start fast forward/rewind of the VCR, CD player or bluray disc player. O RETURN/ EXIT O Ha) Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or blu-ray disc player. X Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or blu-ray disc player. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.) Press to – return to the previous menu.
Name Function S -/-- Press -/-- and TV (M) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV. >10/ x CLEAR Press to select – track numbers over 10 of the VCR, satellite tuner or CD player. – channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. Press to clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button. T Numeric buttons (number 5a)) Press to – preset/tune to preset stations. – select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player or blu-ray disc player.
2: Connecting speakers C Getting Started F A A B SPEAKERS FRONT B terminalsa) Y IN VIDEO 2 /BD IN OUT HDMI PB/CB + – PR/CR VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT DVD VIDEO 1 SAT IN MONITOR DVD IN MONITOR OUT CENTER COMPONENT VIDEO SURROUND L FRONT A L R + L L – + L – AUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN TV R AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SAT VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER R SPEAKERS FRONT B R SPEAKERS B D E B A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied)
3a: Connecting the audio components Connecting a Super Audio CD/ CD player The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player. After connecting your Super Audio CD/CD player, proceed to “3b: Connecting the video components” (page 17).
3b: Connecting the video components Video input/output jacks to be connected This section describes how to connect your video components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After connecting all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas (aerials)” (page 25). The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.
Connecting components with HDMI jacks HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format.
Notes on HDMI connections Getting Started • The sound is output from the TV speaker only when a playback component and this receiver, as well as this receiver and the TV are connected via the HDMI jack. To output the sound from the supplied speakers and to take advantage of the multi channel surround sound, be sure to – connect the digital audio jacks on the playback component to the receiver. – turn off or mute the TV’s volume. • The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output.
Note Connecting a TV Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted. The image from a video component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.
Notes • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player. • As this receiver does not have analog audio input jacks for DVD, connect your DVD player to the DIGITAL COAXIAL DVD IN jack on the receiver. To output sound from the front left/right speakers only, press 2CH. The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player/DVD recorder.
Connecting a DVD recorder DVD recorder Video signals Audio signals A B OPTICAL Y DVD IN SAT IN VIDEO 2 /BD IN OUT HDMI PB/CB VIDEO 2/ BD IN DVD IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT DVD VIDEO 1 MONITOR SAT IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT CENTER COMPONENT VIDEO SURROUND L COAXIAL FRONT A L ANTENNA R L + L L – + L – AUDIO OUT R R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD TV R AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SAT VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER A Video cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not
Notes • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.
4: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Getting Started Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Setting the voltage selector If your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a screwdriver to set the selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure.
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU013 remote commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. 6: Selecting the speaker system You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) ?/1 MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
Notes 7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • Make sure SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) is not set to off. ?/1 MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE Optimizer microphone INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) AUTO CAL MIC (AUTO CALIBRATION) MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
Performing Auto Calibration AUTO CAL TV ?/1 AV ?/1 ?/1 The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. ?/1 switch Measurement for Display SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ - 0/10 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER Measurement starts. Environment noise level Input buttons NOISE.CHK AMP MENU Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET.
Error and warning codes When error codes appear When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t blank display)a) t PUSH t blank display t ENTER a) Appears when there are more than one error code. To rectify the error 1 Record down the error code. 2 Press . 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error. For details, see “Error codes and remedies” below.
Warning codes and solutions Explanation and solution WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. 8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) WARN. 60 The front speaker balance is out of range. Reposition your front speakers.c) You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. WARN. 62 The center speaker level is out of range. Reposition your center speaker.d) Tip WARN.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t Sub woofer 6 Playback Selecting a component SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker. SAT TV 2CH A.F.D.
Components that can be played back VIDEO 1 [VIDEO 1] VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 jack VIDEO 2 [VIDEO 2/BD]* Blu-ray disc player, etc., connected to the VIDEO 2/BD jack DVD [DVD] DVD player, etc., connected to DVD jack SAT [SAT] Satellite tuner, etc. connected to the SAT jack TV [TV] TV, etc. connected to the TV jack SA-CD/CD [SA-CD/CD] Super Audio CD/CD player, etc.
Listening/Watching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD TV INPUT SLEEP AUTO CAL TV ?/1 AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC AMP MENU 2 3 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME FM MODE 4 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ - 0/10 DISPLAY D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU ENTER 5 INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) CLEAR TOOLS MUTING DISPLAY F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH – TV CH + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < < .
Watching a DVD TV INPUT SLEEP AUTO CAL TV ?/1 AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TV SA-CD/CD TUNER 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MUSIC 2 3 AMP MENU ?/1 MASTER VOLUME FM MODE >10/ - 0/10 DISPLAY D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU ENTER 7 INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) CLEAR TOOLS MUTING DISPLAY F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH – TV CH + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < < . > TUNING – m INPUT MODE D.
To return to the previous display Amplifier Operations Press B. Navigating through menus To exit the menu By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Press AMP MENU. Note MUSIC AMP MENU 1 FM MODE >10/ - 0/10 D.TUNING D.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 36. Parameters [Display] LEVEL [1-LEVEL] (page 39) Test tonea) [T. TONE] Front speaker balance [FRT BAL] a) Settings Initial setting T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T. TONE N BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BALANCE BAL. R +1 to BAL.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting AUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 41) Digital audio input decoding prioritya) [DEC. PRI.] DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTO for: SAT, VIDEO 2; DEC. PCM for: DVD Digital broadcast language selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S DUAL M Synchronizes audio and video outputa) [A.V. SYNC.] A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N A.V.SYNC.
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) LEVEL menu parameters Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. • COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. • COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. x T.
Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 36) and “Overview of the menus” (page 37). Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus.
Settings for the audio (TUNER menu) (AUDIO menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 36) and “Overview of the menus” (page 37). You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus.
x DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. • DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. • DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output.
x SUR SPK (Surround speakers) • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. When the sub woofer is set to “NO”, the front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer.
x FRT DIST. (Front speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance as the average distance between the front speakers. B A 30˚ 100˚-120˚ C 30˚ A 100˚-120˚ D x CNT DIST. (Center speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.
Tip x CRS. FREQ (Speaker crossover frequency) Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the speakers that have been set to “SMALL” on the SYSTEM menu. This setup item is only available when at least one speaker is set to “SMALL” and the corresponding speaker indicator flashes on the display. x DIMMER (Brightness of the display) Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps. 45GB Amplifier Operations • SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C.
Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 28). Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D.
Types of A.F.D. mode A.F.D. mode [Display] Multi channel audio after decoding Effect (Detecting automatically) A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO] (Detecting automatically) Presents the sound as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals. Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding.
If you connect a sub woofer This receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a sub woofer to a 2 channel signal. Note This function does not work when – ANALOG DIRECT is selected. – signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input. Selecting a preprogrammed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields.
Types of sound field available Sound field [Display] Effect Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio.
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS technology. DCS is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a DSP (Digital signal processor) and measured data, the ideal sound field intended by film makers can be experienced at home.
Using only the front speakers Listening to the sound without any adjustment (2CH STEREO) (ANALOG DIRECT) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel. You can switch the audio of the selected input to two channel analog input.
Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1,2 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE 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 25). INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) Tip AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
In case of poor FM stereo reception Automatic tuning VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER 1 MUSIC AMP MENU FM MODE 7 - 9 8 >10/ 0/10 FM MODE D.TUNING Direct tuning D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU ENTER CLEAR Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. TOOLS MUTING DISPLAY F If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted.
4 Press ENTER. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. If you cannot tune in a station Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not used in your area. Presetting 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. Presetting radio stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D.
3 Press MEMORY. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. 4 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3. 5 Tuning to preset stations TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 MUSIC FM MODE Numeric buttons - D.
To create an index name Naming preset stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name. Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next position. DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER If you made a mistake SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Tip 9 You can select the character type as follows by pressing V/v. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols MUSIC AMP MENU FM MODE 7 8 >10/ - 0/10 1 3 D.TUNING D.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can display RDS information. Notes Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the FM band using direct tuning (page 53), automatic tuning (page 53), or preset tuning (page 55).
Program type Description indication VARIED POP M Other types of programs such as celebrity interviews, panel games, and comedy Popular music programs ROCK M Rock music programs EASY M Easy Listening LIGHT M Instrumental, vocal, and choral music CLASSICS Performances of major orchestras, chamber music, opera, etc.
Naming inputs Changing the display You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for.
Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: 2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 t OFF When sleep timer is activated, the display dims. Recording using the receiver Recording onto a recording media You can record from a video component using the receiver. See the operating instructions supplied with your recording component.
Using the Remote Categories and the corresponding buttons Categories Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder. 1 Hold down the input button of which you want to change the assignment. Example: Hold down VIDEO 1.
Additional Information Glossary x Component video A format for transmitting video signal information consisting of three separate signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted more faithfully. The three jacks are color coded green, blue and red. x Composite video A standard format for transmitting video signal information. The luminance signal Y and chrominance signal C are combined and transmitted together.
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 On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on. • Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set to “VOL MIN”. • Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B) is not set to “OFF”.
There is severe hum or noise. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 m (10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. • Move your audio components away from the TV. • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround speakers. • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 49).
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 wire to a gas pipe. * Models of area code CEL, CEK only. Remote commander Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) Receiver AM Ground wire (not supplied) ANTENNA To ground Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
PROTECT Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 26). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver. If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Models of area code KR Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 85 W + 85 W1) 70 W + 70 W3) Stereo Mode Output Power (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%) 100 W + 100 W1) 90 W + 90 W3) Surround Mode Output Power2) (8 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%) 130 W/ch1) 120 W/ch3) Models of area code TH6 Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.
6) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms PR/CR: 0.
Index Numerics M T 2 channel 51 2CH STEREO 51 5.1 channel 14 Menu A. CAL 46 AUDIO 41 LEVEL 39 SUR 40 SYSTEM 42 TONE 40 TUNER 41 Muting 33 TEST TONE 31 Tuner connecting 25 Tuning automatically 53 directly 53 to preset stations 55 TV connecting 20 N V Naming 56, 59 VCR connecting 24 A AUTO CALIBRATION 28 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.
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