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Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions 4-448-425-12(1) STR-DH540
Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions 4-448-425-12(1) STR-DH540
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..., 44). COAX Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 51). B D.C.A.C. F Tuning indicator ST Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is selected and the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals are applied. ARC TV input is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance...
..., 44). COAX Digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack (page 51). B D.C.A.C. F Tuning indicator ST Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is selected and the Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals are applied. ARC TV input is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance...
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... REPEAT1) Plays a track or a folder repeatedly. PRESET +/-1) Selects preset stations or channels. 14GB You can reassign the input button to match the equipment connected to operate this receiver and other equipment. C Input buttons Selects the equipment you press any of the input...for HDMI" (page 59) and "Pass Through" (page 60) are assigned to operate Sony audio/video equipment. E +/- G 1) , V/v/B/b1) Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then press to operate the receiver. I HOME1) Displays the home menu on . D.TUNING Enters direct tuning mode. Selects a...
... REPEAT1) Plays a track or a folder repeatedly. PRESET +/-1) Selects preset stations or channels. 14GB You can reassign the input button to match the equipment connected to operate this receiver and other equipment. C Input buttons Selects the equipment you press any of the input...for HDMI" (page 59) and "Pass Through" (page 60) are assigned to operate Sony audio/video equipment. E +/- G 1) , V/v/B/b1) Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then press to operate the receiver. I HOME1) Displays the home menu on . D.TUNING Enters direct tuning mode. Selects a...
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... (page 46) M SLEEP Sets the receiver to the supported HDMI input jack is being used, "SLEEP" indicator lights up on the display panel. N +/- Press the button again to - R Numeric buttons1)2) Press to restore the sound. select channel numbers. The equipment connected to turn off... , press SLEEP. The current input is available for HDMI" function is not HDMI input. - Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off automatically at the same time....
... (page 46) M SLEEP Sets the receiver to the supported HDMI input jack is being used, "SLEEP" indicator lights up on the display panel. N +/- Press the button again to - R Numeric buttons1)2) Press to restore the sound. select channel numbers. The equipment connected to turn off... , press SLEEP. The current input is available for HDMI" function is not HDMI input. - Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off automatically at the same time....
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... 2012). Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipment To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the receiver" (page 28). For a PlayStation 3, after having connected the receiver with an HDMI cable, select the "Audio Output Settings" in "Sound Settings... refer to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that you connect your equipment. Digital Analog High quality image Connecting the audio equipment (page 26) Preparing the receiver See "6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)" (page 27...
... 2012). Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipment To output multi channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the receiver" (page 28). For a PlayStation 3, after having connected the receiver with an HDMI cable, select the "Audio Output Settings" in "Sound Settings... refer to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that you connect your equipment. Digital Analog High quality image Connecting the audio equipment (page 26) Preparing the receiver See "6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)" (page 27...
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..., refer to the format. b) Signals with a sampling frequency of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format [Display] Connection between the playback Maximum number equipment and the receiver of channels COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital [DOLBY D] 5.1 a a Dolby Digital Plusa) 7.1c) ...at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. c) The signals will be output as 5.1 channel. 18GB Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of more than 96 kHz are output...
..., refer to the format. b) Signals with a sampling frequency of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format [Display] Connection between the playback Maximum number equipment and the receiver of channels COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital [DOLBY D] 5.1 a a Dolby Digital Plusa) 7.1c) ...at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. c) The signals will be output as 5.1 channel. 18GB Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of more than 96 kHz are output...
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... does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you to use up to a 5.2 channel system (5 speakers and 2 subwoofers). Connections Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you want. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...
... does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you to use up to a 5.2 channel system (5 speakers and 2 subwoofers). Connections Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you want. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...
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...the status of 192 kHz or less with a sampling frequency of the connection between either "Fixed" or "Variable". By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using HDMI cables, operations can be switched between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the...; A digital audio signals transmitted by the receiver" (page 18). • The receiver can be simplified. For details, see "Digital audio formats supported by HDMI can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with an HDMI connection. • This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master ...
...the status of 192 kHz or less with a sampling frequency of the connection between either "Fixed" or "Variable". By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using HDMI cables, operations can be switched between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the image on the...; A digital audio signals transmitted by the receiver" (page 18). • The receiver can be simplified. For details, see "Digital audio formats supported by HDMI can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with an HDMI connection. • This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master ...
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...the sound field you can switch the output sound to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the receiver. Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field This receiver can press SOUND FIELD +/- Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)/2 channel sound mode • Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode: This...not work properly if the station you want . on the display panel. Simply select a station on the receiver. x A.F.D. Tips • You can create multi channel surround sound. When you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the software...
...the sound field you can switch the output sound to 2 channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the receiver. Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field This receiver can press SOUND FIELD +/- Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)/2 channel sound mode • Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode: This...not work properly if the station you want . on the display panel. Simply select a station on the receiver. x A.F.D. Tips • You can create multi channel surround sound. When you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the software...
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...receiver will generate a low frequency signal for a living room with not only the high quality of sound, but lacks a spacious feeling (where sound absorption is not sufficient). x Neo:6 Cinema (Neo:6 CIN) Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. as follows. • Dynamic: This setting is Sony..., you want the atmosphere of a movie theater. • Studio: This setting is suitable for output to 2 channel analog input. x 2ch Stereo (2CH ST.) The receiver outputs the sound from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings. Note You cannot select "Analog Direct" when you ...
...receiver will generate a low frequency signal for a living room with not only the high quality of sound, but lacks a spacious feeling (where sound absorption is not sufficient). x Neo:6 Cinema (Neo:6 CIN) Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. as follows. • Dynamic: This setting is Sony..., you want the atmosphere of a movie theater. • Studio: This setting is suitable for output to 2 channel analog input. x 2ch Stereo (2CH ST.) The receiver outputs the sound from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings. Note You cannot select "Analog Direct" when you ...
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... mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except "Analog Direct"). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to the receiver. x Headphone (Direct) (HP DIRECT) This mode is selected automatically if you use... x PLII Music Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. When headphones are connected You can take full advantage of the receiver's pre-programmed sound fields. x Sports (SPORTS) Reproduces the feeling of a classical concert hall. However, the low frequency signal ...
... mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except "Analog Direct"). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to the receiver. x Headphone (Direct) (HP DIRECT) This mode is selected automatically if you use... x PLII Music Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. When headphones are connected You can take full advantage of the receiver's pre-programmed sound fields. x Sports (SPORTS) Reproduces the feeling of a classical concert hall. However, the low frequency signal ...
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...other , depending on the type of both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver to select the audio input mode. When TV input is selected, priority is not ...receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to the OPTICAL IN 1 (SAT/CATV) jack. - After you have priority. You can use the input buttons on the remote control. 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the display panel. • Auto: Gives priority to the Audio Return Channel... (ARC) signals. The selected audio input mode appears on the receiver to select the input.
...other , depending on the type of both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver to select the audio input mode. When TV input is selected, priority is not ...receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to the OPTICAL IN 1 (SAT/CATV) jack. - After you have priority. You can use the input buttons on the remote control. 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the display panel. • Auto: Gives priority to the Audio Return Channel... (ARC) signals. The selected audio input mode appears on the receiver to select the input.
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...x Input Mode Lets you fix the audio input mode when you use a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible Sony TV. For details, see "Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE)" (page 51). 60GB Turn on the receiver to enjoy the connected equipment's source on the TV's sound quality, such as the number of...has stereo speakers, the sound output from the playback equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection. x Subwoofer Level Lets you set to be played back as that of the TV, even if you play back multi channel source. • When you set the level of the playback equipment ...
...x Input Mode Lets you fix the audio input mode when you use a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible Sony TV. For details, see "Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE)" (page 51). 60GB Turn on the receiver to enjoy the connected equipment's source on the TV's sound quality, such as the number of...has stereo speakers, the sound output from the playback equipment connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection. x Subwoofer Level Lets you set to be played back as that of the TV, even if you play back multi channel source. • When you set the level of the playback equipment ...
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... output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. If both channels are output from the headphones, the equipment may be available from the subwoofer. • When all speakers are away from a transformer or motor, and at ...) away from a TV set to "SPK OFF" (page 10). • Check that both the receiver and all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment. If you cannot play back multi channel audio source, set the "HDMI Audio Out" to "TV+AMP" in the HDMI Settings...
... output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. If both channels are output from the headphones, the equipment may be available from the subwoofer. • When all speakers are away from a transformer or motor, and at ...) away from a TV set to "SPK OFF" (page 10). • Check that both the receiver and all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment. If you cannot play back multi channel audio source, set the "HDMI Audio Out" to "TV+AMP" in the HDMI Settings...
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"AMP" if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver. • When you can enjoy Multi Channel Linear PCM. Be sure to select the correct equipment or input you want to watch a program from the TV speaker and receiver. - If this is the case, check the specification of the ...is connected correctly to HDMI when you cannot control the connected equipment using TV's remote control. 71GB Refer to the operating instructions of the receiver to the HDMI jack for that the "Analog Direct" is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound...
"AMP" if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver. • When you can enjoy Multi Channel Linear PCM. Be sure to select the correct equipment or input you want to watch a program from the TV speaker and receiver. - If this is the case, check the specification of the ...is connected correctly to HDMI when you cannot control the connected equipment using TV's remote control. 71GB Refer to the operating instructions of the receiver to the HDMI jack for that the "Analog Direct" is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound...
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... on them slightly. • The speaker cords may not be obtained. • Make sure you turned off the receiver. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the selected digital audio input jack is not output from the last HDMI equipment selection ... you are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust the sound level parameters using the Speaker Settings menu. If you may need to the receiver (page 60). The left and right sounds are enjoying other inputs (page 51). Make sure that the speakers and equipment are playing is ...
... on them slightly. • The speaker cords may not be obtained. • Make sure you turned off the receiver. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the selected digital audio input jack is not output from the last HDMI equipment selection ... you are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust the sound level parameters using the Speaker Settings menu. If you may need to the receiver (page 60). The left and right sounds are enjoying other inputs (page 51). Make sure that the speakers and equipment are playing is ...