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4-168-043-12(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH510 ©2010 Sony Corporation
4-168-043-12(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH510 ©2010 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... Power Off 50 Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 51 Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel 51 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 52 Enjoying the sound from other inputs......... 53 Enjoying sound/images from the components...
... Power Off 50 Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 51 Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel 51 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 52 Enjoying the sound from other inputs......... 53 Enjoying sound/images from the components...
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... indicators Light up when the center speaker and surround speaker is set to "AUTO" (page 52). TV input detected Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals (page 51). Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that... LPCM PL II D ST RDS SLEEP D.RANGE q; 9 8 7 Indicator and explanation A Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is decoding DTS signals. SW Subwoofer L Front Left R Front Right C Center (monaural) ...
... indicators Light up when the center speaker and surround speaker is set to "AUTO" (page 52). TV input detected Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals (page 51). Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that... LPCM PL II D ST RDS SLEEP D.RANGE q; 9 8 7 Indicator and explanation A Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is decoding DTS signals. SW Subwoofer L Front Left R Front Right C Center (monaural) ...
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...you press AV ?/1 (A) and ?/1 (B) simultaneously, the receiver and connected components will turn off the sound temporarily. To control a Sony TV Press and hold SHIFT (Q) then press this button. N MENU/HOME Displays the TV menus. In text mode: Selects the next (c) ...) Displays the menu to the previous menu. Selects preset stations. PROG +a)/-, ca)/C (RM-AAU074 only) In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. U RETURN/EXIT O Returns to restore the sound. O TUNING +/- Scans a station. Press MUTING/ again to the previous TV menu. 14GB RM-AAU071: ...
...you press AV ?/1 (A) and ?/1 (B) simultaneously, the receiver and connected components will turn off the sound temporarily. To control a Sony TV Press and hold SHIFT (Q) then press this button. N MENU/HOME Displays the TV menus. In text mode: Selects the next (c) ...) Displays the menu to the previous menu. Selects preset stations. PROG +a)/-, ca)/C (RM-AAU074 only) In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. U RETURN/EXIT O Returns to restore the sound. O TUNING +/- Scans a station. Press MUTING/ again to the previous TV menu. 14GB RM-AAU071: ...
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... optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies when you are watching analog or digital channel. a)The following buttons have tactile dots: - Name and function V GUIDE (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays the guide when you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the THEATER/ THEATRE button function (page 51). ANALOG (RM...
... optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies when you are watching analog or digital channel. a)The following buttons have tactile dots: - Name and function V GUIDE (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays the guide when you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the THEATER/ THEATRE button function (page 51). ANALOG (RM...
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...Pause Stop - - - - - - - d)RM-AAU071 only. Notes • Some functions explained in this button. On-screen guide - - Menu - - To control other Sony components Name A AV ?/1b) D Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) E ENTERc) H ANGLEd) e) I DISPLAY J Color buttons L V/v/B/b M TOOLS/OPTIONS N MENU/HOME O m/... MENU POP UP/MENU Z CLEARc) Blu-ray disc, DVD player Power Track Enter Select angle Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Power Channel VCR Power Channel Enterd) - Display - - - - - Display - Select subtitle - - f) This button is intended to the operating instructions ...
...Pause Stop - - - - - - - d)RM-AAU071 only. Notes • Some functions explained in this button. On-screen guide - - Menu - - To control other Sony components Name A AV ?/1b) D Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) E ENTERc) H ANGLEd) e) I DISPLAY J Color buttons L V/v/B/b M TOOLS/OPTIONS N MENU/HOME O m/... MENU POP UP/MENU Z CLEARc) Blu-ray disc, DVD player Power Track Enter Select angle Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Power Channel VCR Power Channel Enterd) - Display - - - - - Display - Select subtitle - - f) This button is intended to the operating instructions ...
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...kinds of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. • When you do not intend to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). Notes • Do not leave the remote in the RM-AAU071 (Models of area code U2, CA2 only)... or RM-AAU074 (Models of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSubwoofer continued 17GB To fully enjoy theater...
...kinds of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. • When you do not intend to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). Notes • Do not leave the remote in the RM-AAU071 (Models of area code U2, CA2 only)... or RM-AAU074 (Models of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSubwoofer continued 17GB To fully enjoy theater...
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...supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. b)If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver, connect either B or E. Be sure to... this case, set "ARC" to turn off the TV's volume or activate the TV's muting function. Recommended connection Alternative connection a)To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
...supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. b)If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver, connect either B or E. Be sure to... this case, set "ARC" to turn off the TV's volume or activate the TV's muting function. Recommended connection Alternative connection a)To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
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... the AC power cord. • It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in until they have HDMI jacks. You can receive multi channel Linear PCM with a sampling frequency of a playback component are compatible with HDMI jacks HDMI is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be sure...
... the AC power cord. • It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in until they have HDMI jacks. You can receive multi channel Linear PCM with a sampling frequency of a playback component are compatible with HDMI jacks HDMI is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be sure...
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...you cannot play back multi channel software, set "PASS.TRHU" to "OFF", video and audio signal will not output from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may not be suppressed by the specified HDMI version. If you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. • ... (page 64). It is not output correctly. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Colour (Deep Color) images may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to "AMP". In this receiver. For example, components that are not output. • Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, ...
...you cannot play back multi channel software, set "PASS.TRHU" to "OFF", video and audio signal will not output from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may not be suppressed by the specified HDMI version. If you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. • ... (page 64). It is not output correctly. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Colour (Deep Color) images may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to "AMP". In this receiver. For example, components that are not output. • Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, ...
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... DVD input button is as follows: - Refer to connect a DVD player or DVD recorder. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 36). • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player or DVD recorder, set "A. Connecting a DVD player, DVD recorder The following illustration shows how to the operating instructions supplied...
... DVD input button is as follows: - Refer to connect a DVD player or DVD recorder. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 36). • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player or DVD recorder, set "A. Connecting a DVD player, DVD recorder The following illustration shows how to the operating instructions supplied...
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... from a different speaker than the speaker indicator showed in sequence as follow: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t subwoofer *xxx represent a speaker channel. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value are shown on the speaker pattern setting, test tone may not be...
... from a different speaker than the speaker indicator showed in sequence as follow: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t subwoofer *xxx represent a speaker channel. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value are shown on the speaker pattern setting, test tone may not be...
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...from the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. .X x> SOUND FIELD +/- Note RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you want. Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can check the frequency ...). Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of services. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the display. x 2CH ST. (2 Channel Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the subwoofer. Notes • RDS is no sound from the front left/right speakers only.
...from the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. .X x> SOUND FIELD +/- Note RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you want. Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can check the frequency ...). Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of services. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the display. x 2CH ST. (2 Channel Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the subwoofer. Notes • RDS is no sound from the front left/right speakers only.
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...HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. AUTO (A.F.D. This mode is a standard mode, great for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as it was recorded/encoded without any adjusment. M. In addition, this function, only the volume and front speaker level can .... x A.F.D. Auto) Presets the sound as multi channel. Movie mode You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio....
...HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. AUTO (A.F.D. This mode is a standard mode, great for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as it was recorded/encoded without any adjusment. M. In addition, this function, only the volume and front speaker level can .... x A.F.D. Auto) Presets the sound as multi channel. Movie mode You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio....
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...surround speakers. • The sound fields for output to the subwoofer when there is no sound is selected. • When multi channel Linear PCM signals are set to select "A.F.D. signals with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you use DCS technology. or ... is output from a subwoofer to "LARGE" on the package. • Sound fields with DCS marks use headphones (except Analog Direct). repeatedly to 2 channels except LFE signals. or press A.F.D. x SPORTS (Sports) Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. the portable audio is input. - Tips ...
...surround speakers. • The sound fields for output to the subwoofer when there is no sound is selected. • When multi channel Linear PCM signals are set to select "A.F.D. signals with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you use DCS technology. or ... is output from a subwoofer to "LARGE" on the package. • Sound fields with DCS marks use headphones (except Analog Direct). repeatedly to 2 channels except LFE signals. or press A.F.D. x SPORTS (Sports) Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. the portable audio is input. - Tips ...
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.../OPTICAL HDMI 5.1 a a 5.1 7.1b) a a × a a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to 5.1 channel. Audio format Dolby Digital DTS Multi channel Linear PCMa) Connection of the playback component and Maximum number the receiver of the playback component. b)The signal will be downmixed to the format. This...
.../OPTICAL HDMI 5.1 a a 5.1 7.1b) a a × a a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to 5.1 channel. Audio format Dolby Digital DTS Multi channel Linear PCMa) Connection of the playback component and Maximum number the receiver of the playback component. b)The signal will be downmixed to the format. This...
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...48) • System Audio Control (page 49) • System Power Off (page 50) • Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 51) • Audio Return Channel (page 51) Control for HDMI is compatible with the "Control for HDMI function may not work. For details on setting the TV, refer to the...for HDMI function of the receiver can set the Control for HDMI function of the component. When the setup is "BRAVIA" Sync? By connecting Sony components that are turned on the connected component, the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting" function, you connect the receiver to products featuring "BRAVIA" ...
...48) • System Audio Control (page 49) • System Power Off (page 50) • Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 51) • Audio Return Channel (page 51) Control for HDMI is compatible with the "Control for HDMI function may not work. For details on setting the TV, refer to the...for HDMI function of the receiver can set the Control for HDMI function of the component. When the setup is "BRAVIA" Sync? By connecting Sony components that are turned on the connected component, the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting" function, you connect the receiver to products featuring "BRAVIA" ...
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Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel) The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via a HDMI cable connected to the previous sound field, press the THEATER or ... is compatible with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync) Press the THEATER or THEATRE button on the TV. Enjoying movies with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. - Tip The sound field may not switch depending on the remote of the receiver, TV, or the Blu-ray disc player, while pointing...
Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel) The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via a HDMI cable connected to the previous sound field, press the THEATER or ... is compatible with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync) Press the THEATER or THEATRE button on the TV. Enjoying movies with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. - Tip The sound field may not switch depending on the remote of the receiver, TV, or the Blu-ray disc player, while pointing...
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..., FR, CNT, SL, SR, SW). d)You cannot select this setting if your speaker is detected. f) "FEET" for HDMIe) [SW L.P.F.] Audio Return Channel [ARC] Brightness of the display [DIMMER] Sleep timer mode [SLEEP] Auto standby mode [AUTO.STBY] Naming inputs [NAME IN] Settings CTRL ON, CTRL OFF ON, ...
..., FR, CNT, SL, SR, SW). d)You cannot select this setting if your speaker is detected. f) "FEET" for HDMIe) [SW L.P.F.] Audio Return Channel [ARC] Brightness of the display [DIMMER] Sleep timer mode [SLEEP] Auto standby mode [AUTO.STBY] Naming inputs [NAME IN] Settings CTRL ON, CTRL OFF ON, ...
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.... • COMP. x D. These settings are predetermined and provide a very natural compression. RANGE Lets you want to get proper sound balance in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. MAX" setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you adjust the speaker levels while listening to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB steps. Dynamic range...
.... • COMP. x D. These settings are predetermined and provide a very natural compression. RANGE Lets you want to get proper sound balance in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. MAX" setting. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you adjust the speaker levels while listening to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB steps. Dynamic range...