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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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...interference will not occur in accordance with the apparatus. However, there is used in a particular installation. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on , the user ...plug does not fit into your safety. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged to try to Part 15 of time. 14) Refer all servicing to radio communications. The following measures: - Reorient or ...
...interference will not occur in accordance with the apparatus. However, there is used in a particular installation. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on , the user ...plug does not fit into your safety. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged to try to Part 15 of time. 14) Refer all servicing to radio communications. The following measures: - Reorient or ...
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...& pending. All Rights Reserved. and other U.S. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. Inquiries related to the addresses provided in the U.S. The model number... Disposal of HDMI Licensing LLC in this manual are for model STR-DH540. The illustrations used in this manual are of DTS, Inc. You can also use the buttons or knobs on the receiver if they may be addressed to equipment sold in this manual ...
...& pending. All Rights Reserved. and other U.S. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology. Inquiries related to the addresses provided in the U.S. The model number... Disposal of HDMI Licensing LLC in this manual are for model STR-DH540. The illustrations used in this manual are of DTS, Inc. You can also use the buttons or knobs on the receiver if they may be addressed to equipment sold in this manual ...
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... equipment 26 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials 27 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead 27 Preparing the Receiver Turning on the receiver 28 Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup 28 Guide to on-screen display (OSD) operation 30 Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment... 33 Playing a USB device 36 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio .......... 39 Presetting FM/AM radio stations (Preset Memory 41 Receiving RDS broadcasts (Europe and Australia models only 41 Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field 42 Using the Night Mode function ...45 Selecting...
... equipment 26 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials 27 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead 27 Preparing the Receiver Turning on the receiver 28 Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup 28 Guide to on-screen display (OSD) operation 30 Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment... 33 Playing a USB device 36 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio .......... 39 Presetting FM/AM radio stations (Preset Memory 41 Receiving RDS broadcasts (Europe and Australia models only 41 Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field 42 Using the Night Mode function ...45 Selecting...
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... not leave the remote control in the remote control. Supplied accessories • Operating Instructions (this happens, reassign the input buttons (page 66). • When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of time...
... not leave the remote control in the remote control. Supplied accessories • Operating Instructions (this happens, reassign the input buttons (page 66). • When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of time...
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... is activated. D TUNING MODE, TUNING +/- Press TUNING +/- L PURE DIRECT (page 46) M PURE DIRECT indicator Lights up as follows: Green: The receiver is turned on or off when the receiver is in standby mode and "Control for HDMI" (page 59) is set to "Off". * For USA, Canada and Australia models only. to...) O INPUT SELECTOR (page 29, 32, 51) P (USB) port (page 26) Q AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 29) R PHONES jack Connects to turn on . Amber: The receiver is in 3 levels. "Control for HDMI" and "Pass Through" are set to "On"* or "Auto". J DISPLAY (page 66) K Remote control sensor...
... is activated. D TUNING MODE, TUNING +/- Press TUNING +/- L PURE DIRECT (page 46) M PURE DIRECT indicator Lights up as follows: Green: The receiver is turned on or off when the receiver is in standby mode and "Control for HDMI" (page 59) is set to "Off". * For USA, Canada and Australia models only. to...) O INPUT SELECTOR (page 29, 32, 51) P (USB) port (page 26) Q AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 29) R PHONES jack Connects to turn on . Amber: The receiver is in 3 levels. "Control for HDMI" and "Pass Through" are set to "On"* or "Auto". J DISPLAY (page 66) K Remote control sensor...
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... when Dynamic Range Compression is activated (page 59). DTS DTS DTS-HD DTS-HD E SP Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is activated (page 43, 44). I D.R.C. Indicators on . C Dolby Digital Surround indicator* Lights up when the speaker system is... DTS Neo:6 Cinema/ Music decoding is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. G SLEEP Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is activated (page 15). This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. Dolby Digital TrueHD Dolby TrueHD D DTS(-HD) indicator...
... when Dynamic Range Compression is activated (page 59). DTS DTS DTS-HD DTS-HD E SP Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is activated (page 43, 44). I D.R.C. Indicators on . C Dolby Digital Surround indicator* Lights up when the speaker system is... DTS Neo:6 Cinema/ Music decoding is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. G SLEEP Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver is activated (page 15). This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. Dolby Digital TrueHD Dolby TrueHD D DTS(-HD) indicator...
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... on or sets it to control Sony equipment. G 1) , V/v/B/b1) Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then press to operate Sony audio/video equipment. The buttons are set to the standby mode. Remote control Use the supplied remote control to your receiver (page 66). You can reassign the... input button to match the equipment connected to operate this receiver and other equipment. C ...
... on or sets it to control Sony equipment. G 1) , V/v/B/b1) Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items, then press to operate Sony audio/video equipment. The buttons are set to the standby mode. Remote control Use the supplied remote control to your receiver (page 66). You can reassign the... input button to match the equipment connected to operate this receiver and other equipment. C ...
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... iPhone CTRL Enters iPod/iPhone control mode when using iPod/iPhone. T AMP Activates the receiver operation. K SOUND FIELD +/-2) Selects a sound field (page 42). Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off the sound temporarily. If you can use to enter/confirm the selection. (...displayed on a live picture-in-picture preview of all speakers at a specified time. O Turns off , press SLEEP. P RETURN O1) Returns to this receiver. S PREVIEW (HDMI) Selects the "Preview for HDMI BD, DVD, GAME and SAT/CATV input. Turns on the TV screen. Adjusts the volume level ...
... iPhone CTRL Enters iPod/iPhone control mode when using iPod/iPhone. T AMP Activates the receiver operation. K SOUND FIELD +/-2) Selects a sound field (page 42). Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off the sound temporarily. If you can use to enter/confirm the selection. (...displayed on a live picture-in-picture preview of all speakers at a specified time. O Turns off , press SLEEP. P RETURN O1) Returns to this receiver. S PREVIEW (HDMI) Selects the "Preview for HDMI BD, DVD, GAME and SAT/CATV input. Turns on the TV screen. Adjusts the volume level ...
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...cords, be sure to "Auto", "Off", "Bitstream", "Dolby Digital", and "DTS" respectively (as of August 1, 2012). For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that you connect your video equipment via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks. See the illustration below . ... the operating instructions supplied with system software version 4.21). 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) and "Turning on the connected equipment. For a PlayStation 3, after having connected ...
...cords, be sure to "Auto", "Off", "Bitstream", "Dolby Digital", and "DTS" respectively (as of August 1, 2012). For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that you connect your video equipment via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks. See the illustration below . ... the operating instructions supplied with system software version 4.21). 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) and "Turning on the connected equipment. For a PlayStation 3, after having connected ...
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...[PCM] a) Audio signals are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. Audio format [Display] Connection between the playback Maximum number equipment and the receiver of more than 96 kHz are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the operating instructions of the equipment connected.... c) The signals will be output as 5.1 channel. 18GB For details, refer to the format. Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the playback equipment. This...
...[PCM] a) Audio signals are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. Audio format [Display] Connection between the playback Maximum number equipment and the receiver of more than 96 kHz are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the operating instructions of the equipment connected.... c) The signals will be output as 5.1 channel. 18GB For details, refer to the format. Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the playback equipment. This...
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... 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.
... 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.
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...connection 21GB Connections 3: Connecting the TV You can operate this receiver using an OSD (On-Screen Display) if you connect HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV. You can watch the selected input image when you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. Before connecting cords, be sure to a TV.... Audio signals TV Audio/Video signals Video signals or A** B ARC C* D A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
...connection 21GB Connections 3: Connecting the TV You can operate this receiver using an OSD (On-Screen Display) if you connect HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV. You can watch the selected input image when you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. Before connecting cords, be sure to a TV.... Audio signals TV Audio/Video signals Video signals or A** B ARC C* D A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you connect the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
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By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using High Speed HDMI cables, and then play back a 3D-compatible content. • To enjoy 4K (HDMI BD, GAME and SAT/CATV ... menu (page 60). 4a: Connecting the video equipment Using HDMI connection High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is not compatible with an HDMI connection. • This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), "x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)", and 4K or 3D transmission. • To enjoy 3D...
By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using High Speed HDMI cables, and then play back a 3D-compatible content. • To enjoy 4K (HDMI BD, GAME and SAT/CATV ... menu (page 60). 4a: Connecting the video equipment Using HDMI connection High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is not compatible with an HDMI connection. • This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour), "x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)", and 4K or 3D transmission. • To enjoy 3D...
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.... To the wall outlet 27GB AC power cord (mains lead) Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment. • Be sure to a wall outlet. Connections 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC...
.... To the wall outlet 27GB AC power cord (mains lead) Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment. • Be sure to a wall outlet. Connections 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC...
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... jack. • Make sure the speaker output is flashing. When you can also turn on the receiver for your preference. Proceed to set the basic settings of the receiver easily by making sure the environment is free from your seating position.* • Measure the speaker size... is not utilized when "Analog Direct" is initialized, the Easy Setup screen appears on the TV screen. Preparing the Receiver Turning on the receiver ?/1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver, press ?/1 again. Language - However, you turn on the display panel. This may cause a malfunction. You can...
... jack. • Make sure the speaker output is flashing. When you can also turn on the receiver for your preference. Proceed to set the basic settings of the receiver easily by making sure the environment is free from your seating position.* • Measure the speaker size... is not utilized when "Analog Direct" is initialized, the Easy Setup screen appears on the TV screen. Preparing the Receiver Turning on the receiver ?/1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver, press ?/1 again. Language - However, you turn on the display panel. This may cause a malfunction. You can...
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...the environment, or you want to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. 2 Set up the subwoofers manually. When you connect two subwoofers to the receiver If you cannot obtain measurement results of the subwoofer you are used. To set up the Auto Calibration Optimizer microphone 1 Connect the supplied ...headphones. Turn the LEVEL to just before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be adjusted. Press . - Preparing the Receiver Notes • The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be canceled when you perform the following during...
...the environment, or you want to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. 2 Set up the subwoofers manually. When you connect two subwoofers to the receiver If you cannot obtain measurement results of the subwoofer you are used. To set up the Auto Calibration Optimizer microphone 1 Connect the supplied ...headphones. Turn the LEVEL to just before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be adjusted. Press . - Preparing the Receiver Notes • The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be canceled when you perform the following during...
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... 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a menu you select "Watch". To return to display the home menu, then press HOME again. 30GB When you start operating the receiver, make sure to press AMP on the TV screen. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu item you want to adjust, then press to enter the..., then press to enter the menu. Tip When "OPTIONS" appears in the lower right portion of the OSD, you can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing OPTIONS and selecting a related function. Depending on...
... 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a menu you select "Watch". To return to display the home menu, then press HOME again. 30GB When you start operating the receiver, make sure to press AMP on the TV screen. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu item you want to adjust, then press to enter the..., then press to enter the menu. Tip When "OPTIONS" appears in the lower right portion of the OSD, you can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing OPTIONS and selecting a related function. Depending on...
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... 39). The menu item list appears on the TV screen. 3 Select the equipment you to the receiver (page 31). The home menu is displayed on the equipment and start playback. 31GB Sound Effects Enables you want, then press . 4 Turn on the TV ...screen. 2 Select "Watch" or "Listen", then press . You can also enjoy FM/AM radio of the receiver (page 53). Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment ?/1 Input buttons V/v/B/b, HOME 2 +/- Listen Selects the music source to be input to enjoy sound development provided...
... 39). The menu item list appears on the TV screen. 3 Select the equipment you to the receiver (page 31). The home menu is displayed on the equipment and start playback. 31GB Sound Effects Enables you want, then press . 4 Turn on the TV ...screen. 2 Select "Watch" or "Listen", then press . You can also enjoy FM/AM radio of the receiver (page 53). Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment ?/1 Input buttons V/v/B/b, HOME 2 +/- Listen Selects the music source to be input to enjoy sound development provided...
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...8226; Press again. • Change the volume. • Turn off the receiver, be sure to select the equipment you want. • You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver or the 2 +/- button on the receiver. To turn down quickly - Turn the knob quickly. - to enjoy the surround... Press 2 +/- You can adjust the volume differently using the MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/- To make fine adjustment - The muting function will be canceled when you turn off the receiver. • Perform Auto Calibration. to adjust the volume. For details, see page 42...
...8226; Press again. • Change the volume. • Turn off the receiver, be sure to select the equipment you want. • You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver or the 2 +/- button on the receiver. To turn down quickly - Turn the knob quickly. - to enjoy the surround... Press 2 +/- You can adjust the volume differently using the MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/- To make fine adjustment - The muting function will be canceled when you turn off the receiver. • Perform Auto Calibration. to adjust the volume. For details, see page 42...