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...RDS broadcasts 42 (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field 43 Resetting sound fields to the default settings 47 "BRAVIA" Sync Features What is "BRAVIA" Sync 47 Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync 48 Playing back equipment with one-touch ...50 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 51 Using the sound/images from other inputs 51 Using the setting menu 53 Using the Remote Control Reassigning the input button 61 Resetting the input buttons 62 Additional Information Precautions 63 Troubleshooting 64 ...
...RDS broadcasts 42 (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field 43 Resetting sound fields to the default settings 47 "BRAVIA" Sync Features What is "BRAVIA" Sync 47 Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync 48 Playing back equipment with one-touch ...50 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 51 Using the sound/images from other inputs 51 Using the setting menu 53 Using the Remote Control Reassigning the input button 61 Resetting the input buttons 62 Additional Information Precautions 63 Troubleshooting 64 ...
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... loop antenna (aerial) (1) Inserting batteries into the remote control Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to their default settings. RM-AAU105 (Other models) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) (1) Notes • Do not leave...
... loop antenna (aerial) (1) Inserting batteries into the remote control Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to their default settings. RM-AAU105 (Other models) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) (1) Notes • Do not leave...
Operating Instructions
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... back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is decoding the corresponding DTS format signals. Indicators on the speaker settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. LH RH L R C SL SR S SBL ...Right Surround Back (the surround back equipment obtained by 6.1 channel decoding) Example: Speaker pattern: 3/0.1 Recording format: 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. The INPUT MODE is set to "AUTO" or "COAX", and when the source signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. F NEO:6 Lights up when the audio signal is a ...
... back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is decoding the corresponding DTS format signals. Indicators on the speaker settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. LH RH L R C SL SR S SBL ...Right Surround Back (the surround back equipment obtained by 6.1 channel decoding) Example: Speaker pattern: 3/0.1 Recording format: 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. The INPUT MODE is set to "AUTO" or "COAX", and when the source signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. F NEO:6 Lights up when the audio signal is a ...
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... Lights up when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. G Dolby Pro Logic indicator Lights up depending on the speaker pattern setting. D D EX D+ TrueHD Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD Note When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, make... sure that you select.) L LPCM Lights up when dynamic range compression is not set to a radio station. M DTS-HD indicator Lights up when the Sleep Timer is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD format signals. ST Stereo...
... Lights up when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. G Dolby Pro Logic indicator Lights up depending on the speaker pattern setting. D D EX D+ TrueHD Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD Note When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, make... sure that you select.) L LPCM Lights up when dynamic range compression is not set to a radio station. M DTS-HD indicator Lights up when the Sleep Timer is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD format signals. ST Stereo...
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... brightness of all speakers at the same time. I AMP MENU Displays the menu to the preset stations. J , V/v/B/b Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press to use. M TUNING +/- Selects preset stations. Linear PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more than the TV programs. Notes • Be...The buttons are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to use. O SHIFT Changes the remote control button function to control Sony equipment. R MUTING or Turns off this function. • As this function is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - This ...
... brightness of all speakers at the same time. I AMP MENU Displays the menu to the preset stations. J , V/v/B/b Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press to use. M TUNING +/- Selects preset stations. Linear PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more than the TV programs. Notes • Be...The buttons are input, the sound may suddenly increase when you switch to use. O SHIFT Changes the remote control button function to control Sony equipment. R MUTING or Turns off this function. • As this function is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - This ...
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...operation guide on the display panel. K TOOLS/OPTIONS Displays the TV function options. When watching a movie late at night, you want. To control a Sony TV Hold down TV A TV ?/1 (on/standby) Turns the TV on , the bass, treble, and effect levels increase, and "D. Each time you...you to turn off . continued 13GB X NIGHT MODE Allows you press SLEEP again, the Sleep Timer will turn off , press SLEEP. Y SLEEP Sets the receiver to retain a theater like environment at a low volume level. C Numeric buttons** Selects the TV channels. in the display panel. This...
...operation guide on the display panel. K TOOLS/OPTIONS Displays the TV function options. When watching a movie late at night, you want. To control a Sony TV Hold down TV A TV ?/1 (on/standby) Turns the TV on , the bass, treble, and effect levels increase, and "D. Each time you...you to turn off . continued 13GB X NIGHT MODE Allows you press SLEEP again, the Sleep Timer will turn off , press SLEEP. Y SLEEP Sets the receiver to retain a theater like environment at a low volume level. C Numeric buttons** Selects the TV channels. in the display panel. This...
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...page 30), then check the speaker connection using "T. If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again. (Other models) Select the speaker pattern (page 30), then perform Auto Calibration (page 31). You can enjoy... LEVEL menu (page 35). For a PlayStation 3, check that "Audio (HDMI)", "Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)", and "DTS (Coaxial/Optical)" are set to the receiver by following the simple steps below . We recommend that you connect your audio/video equipment connected to "Bitstream" (with the connected ...
...page 30), then check the speaker connection using "T. If the sound is not output correctly, check the speaker connection and make the settings explained above again. (Other models) Select the speaker pattern (page 30), then perform Auto Calibration (page 31). You can enjoy... LEVEL menu (page 35). For a PlayStation 3, check that "Audio (HDMI)", "Dolby Digital (Coaxial/Optical)", and "DTS (Coaxial/Optical)" are set to the receiver by following the simple steps below . We recommend that you connect your audio/video equipment connected to "Bitstream" (with the connected ...
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If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the speaker cords are not touching each other within the SPEAKERS terminals. ...
If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the speaker cords are not touching each other within the SPEAKERS terminals. ...
Operating Instructions
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...video and audio signals in digital format. * To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV to "Fixed" if it can be switched between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on...Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther away from the speakers connected to the receiver via the receiver. By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using INPUT MODE (page 51). Unless the power is output through any other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical ...
...video and audio signals in digital format. * To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV to "Fixed" if it can be switched between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on...Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther away from the speakers connected to the receiver via the receiver. By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using INPUT MODE (page 51). Unless the power is output through any other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical ...
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... equipment. Refer to the receiver using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. For example, equipment that are compatible with an HDMI connection. • Set the image resolution of the playback equipment to more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD). •...connecting cords • Before connecting cords, be lost . Connect according to the availability of the playback equipment may need to be at certain settings before you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused input See "Using the sound/images from an HDMI jack may...
... equipment. Refer to the receiver using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. For example, equipment that are compatible with an HDMI connection. • Set the image resolution of the playback equipment to more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD). •...connecting cords • Before connecting cords, be lost . Connect according to the availability of the playback equipment may need to be at certain settings before you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused input See "Using the sound/images from an HDMI jack may...
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...digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you can be displayed on the remote control so that you connect equipment equipped with a OPTICAL jack, set the "A. For details, see "Reassigning the input button" (page 61). • You can ...also rename the BD/DVD input so that it can use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. For details, see "Naming inputs" (...
...digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you can be displayed on the remote control so that you connect equipment equipped with a OPTICAL jack, set the "A. For details, see "Reassigning the input button" (page 61). • You can ...also rename the BD/DVD input so that it can use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. For details, see "Naming inputs" (...
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B Video cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) Note Be sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO input button on the remote control so that you use the button to record, you can use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. For details, see "Reassigning the input button" (page 61). * If you want to control your DVD recorder. Connections Connecting a VCR, DVD recorder Audio/video signals VCR, DVD recorder Video signals Audio signals A B* * C A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you must make this connection (page 38). 27GB
B Video cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) Note Be sure to change the default setting of the VIDEO input button on the remote control so that you use the button to record, you can use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. For details, see "Reassigning the input button" (page 61). * If you want to control your DVD recorder. Connections Connecting a VCR, DVD recorder Audio/video signals VCR, DVD recorder Video signals Audio signals A B* * C A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you must make this connection (page 38). 27GB
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.... ?/1 To the wall outlet Note Be sure to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for a while, then changes to the factory default settings. The "CLEARING" appears on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are now reset to a TV via the receiver. AC power cord... the receiver Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. Changes or adjustments made to the settings are being output to the defaults. 29GB Preparing the Receiver 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (...
.... ?/1 To the wall outlet Note Be sure to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for a while, then changes to the factory default settings. The "CLEARING" appears on when the video and audio signals of a playback equipment are now reset to a TV via the receiver. AC power cord... the receiver Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. Changes or adjustments made to the settings are being output to the defaults. 29GB Preparing the Receiver 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (...
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... left / right high a a a a Center a a - - Selecting the speaker pattern Select the speaker pattern according to the speaker system which you are using. , V/v/b AMP MENU Speaker pattern settings 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "SPKR", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "PATTERN", then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the speaker...
... left / right high a a a a Center a a - - Selecting the speaker pattern Select the speaker pattern according to the speaker system which you are using. , V/v/b AMP MENU Speaker pattern settings 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "SPKR", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "PATTERN", then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the speaker...
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... models only) This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform automatic calibration as dipole speakers are used. 1: Setting up the Auto Calibration Optimizer microphone Example of using surround back speakers Before you perform Auto Calibration Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following...
... models only) This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform automatic calibration as dipole speakers are used. 1: Setting up the Auto Calibration Optimizer microphone Example of using surround back speakers Before you perform Auto Calibration Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following...
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... the LEVEL knob to just before the mid-point. • If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to the maximum. • If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated). 2: Performing Auto Calibration ?/1 Input buttons AUTO CAL , V/v/B/b AMP MENU Note Depending on the... tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at your ears. MUTING/ MASTER VOL +/-/ 2 +/- The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds to activating the subwoofer. 3 Set up the volume prior to complete. 32GB
... the LEVEL knob to just before the mid-point. • If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to the maximum. • If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated). 2: Performing Auto Calibration ?/1 Input buttons AUTO CAL , V/v/B/b AMP MENU Note Depending on the... tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at your ears. MUTING/ MASTER VOL +/-/ 2 +/- The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds to activating the subwoofer. 3 Set up the volume prior to complete. 32GB
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...to the measurement results. Preparing the Receiver The table below provides measurement status shown on the display panel and the settings are saved. 4 Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver. Measurement for Display Speaker existence TONE Speaker gain, distance... measurement results 1 Confirm the measurement result. However, you perform the following during measurement. Then, press . • EXIT Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results. • WARN CHK Displays warning related to enjoy the surround sound. Change the volume level. -...
...to the measurement results. Preparing the Receiver The table below provides measurement status shown on the display panel and the settings are saved. 4 Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver. Measurement for Display Speaker existence TONE Speaker gain, distance... measurement results 1 Confirm the measurement result. However, you perform the following during measurement. Then, press . • EXIT Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results. • WARN CHK Displays warning related to enjoy the surround sound. Change the volume level. -...
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... that value. 34GB When error codes appear 1 Check the problem of the subwoofer, the measurement results may vary. When you try in a quiet environment again. Set them apart and perform the measurement again. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH R terminals.
... that value. 34GB When error codes appear 1 Check the problem of the subwoofer, the measurement results may vary. When you try in a quiet environment again. Set them apart and perform the measurement again. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH R terminals.
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...the calibration type you want , then press . • FULL.FLAT Makes the measurement of the front speaker. • OFF Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to off. The Auto Calibration starts automatically. 5 Save the measurement result (page 33). Preparing the Receiver...repeatedly to select "LEVEL", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to the test tone from each speaker flat. • ENGINEER Sets to "the Sony listening room standard" frequency characteristics. • FRONT.REF Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of frequency from ...
...the calibration type you want , then press . • FULL.FLAT Makes the measurement of the front speaker. • OFF Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer level to off. The Auto Calibration starts automatically. 5 Save the measurement result (page 33). Preparing the Receiver...repeatedly to select "LEVEL", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to the test tone from each speaker flat. • ENGINEER Sets to "the Sony listening room standard" frequency characteristics. • FRONT.REF Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of frequency from ...
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...which corresponds to the equipment you press TUNER, "FM TUNER" or "AM TUNER" appears for each speaker in the display panel The speaker pattern set up is output from all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/- 4 Press V/v repeatedly to have the short-circuit problem. Note Depending... on the speaker pattern settings, test tone may have the same sounding test tone level for a while, and then frequency appears on the receiver. When a test tone is not...
...which corresponds to the equipment you press TUNER, "FM TUNER" or "AM TUNER" appears for each speaker in the display panel The speaker pattern set up is output from all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/- 4 Press V/v repeatedly to have the short-circuit problem. Note Depending... on the speaker pattern settings, test tone may have the same sounding test tone level for a while, and then frequency appears on the receiver. When a test tone is not...