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... 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead 33 Preparing the Receiver Initializing the receiver 34 Setting the speakers 34 Using AUTO CALIBRATION 36 Guide to on-screen display operation ..........41 Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field 54 Using the SOUND OPTIMIZER 58 Resetting sound fields to the default settings 58 "BRAVIA" Sync Features What is...
... 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead 33 Preparing the Receiver Initializing the receiver 34 Setting the speakers 34 Using AUTO CALIBRATION 36 Guide to on-screen display operation ..........41 Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field 54 Using the SOUND OPTIMIZER 58 Resetting sound fields to the default settings 58 "BRAVIA" Sync Features What is...
Operating Instructions
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...in the following cases. - R SPEAKERS (page 36) S PHONES jack (page 87) 9GB E Display panel (page 10) F Remote control sensor Receives signals from remote control. C SOUND OPTIMIZER (page 58) D AUTO VOL Adjust the volume automatically depending on /standby) (page 34, 52, 58) B TONE, TONE MODE Press ..., DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received. This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - P 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.), MUSIC (page 54, 56) Q TUNING MODE,...
...in the following cases. - R SPEAKERS (page 36) S PHONES jack (page 87) 9GB E Display panel (page 10) F Remote control sensor Receives signals from remote control. C SOUND OPTIMIZER (page 58) D AUTO VOL Adjust the volume automatically depending on /standby) (page 34, 52, 58) B TONE, TONE MODE Press ..., DTS 96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals are being received. This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - P 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.), MUSIC (page 54, 56) Q TUNING MODE,...
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...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. Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. T Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being reproduced. ...., is not selected. 11GB Q A.P.M. RDS (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) Tuned to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic...
...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. Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. T Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being reproduced. ...., is not selected. 11GB Q A.P.M. RDS (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) Tuned to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic...
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...it will turn off the receiver and all other equipment including an amplifier in random order. The buttons are available. preset/tune to - select channel numbers. ENT/MEM1) Press SHIFT (V), then press ENT/MEM to the preset stations (page 52). - Selects a sound field (page 54). F... +/-1) Selects a folder. C ZONE (page 67) D Input buttons2) Selects the equipment you can program the remote control to control non-Sony equipment following the steps in "Programming the remote control" on page 80. Numeric buttons1)2) Press SHIFT (V), then press numeric buttons to select track...
...it will turn off the receiver and all other equipment including an amplifier in random order. The buttons are available. preset/tune to - select channel numbers. ENT/MEM1) Press SHIFT (V), then press ENT/MEM to the preset stations (page 52). - Selects a sound field (page 54). F... +/-1) Selects a folder. C ZONE (page 67) D Input buttons2) Selects the equipment you can program the remote control to control non-Sony equipment following the steps in "Programming the remote control" on page 80. Numeric buttons1)2) Press SHIFT (V), then press numeric buttons to select track...
Operating Instructions
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... DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc F2: VCR AUTO VOL Press AMP (X), then press AUTO VOL to reduce the volume level before the receiver turns off the sound temporarily. Q RETURN/EXIT O1) Returns to perform menu operations. Then, use V/v/B/b (R) and (R) to the previous menu or exits ...the menu while the menu or on-screen guide is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - MASTER VOL +/-1) or +/-1) Adjusts the volume level of Sony TV....
... DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc F2: VCR AUTO VOL Press AMP (X), then press AUTO VOL to reduce the volume level before the receiver turns off the sound temporarily. Q RETURN/EXIT O1) Returns to perform menu operations. Then, use V/v/B/b (R) and (R) to the previous menu or exits ...the menu while the menu or on-screen guide is louder than 48 kHz are being received. - MASTER VOL +/-1) or +/-1) Adjusts the volume level of Sony TV....
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... 17 for main zone (page 75). T AUTO CAL Press SHIFT (V), then press AUTO CAL to reveal hidden information (e.g. U SOUND OPTIMIZER Activates the sound optimizer function (page 58). V SHIFT Changes the remote control button function to control each equipment. 2)The 5/VIDEO 2, N and... TV CH +/PROG +/ PRESET +/c buttons have tactile dots. Note This button is not available when the receiver is intended to serve as reference when operating the receiver...
... 17 for main zone (page 75). T AUTO CAL Press SHIFT (V), then press AUTO CAL to reveal hidden information (e.g. U SOUND OPTIMIZER Activates the sound optimizer function (page 58). V SHIFT Changes the remote control button function to control each equipment. 2)The 5/VIDEO 2, N and... TV CH +/PROG +/ PRESET +/c buttons have tactile dots. Note This button is not available when the receiver is intended to serve as reference when operating the receiver...
Operating Instructions
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Getting started You can check the speaker connection using "Test Tone" (page 70). If the sound is set to "Auto", "Dolby Digital" and "DTS" respectively (as of September 2010). For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that "Audio (HDMI)", "Dolby Digital (...Digital Analog High quality image Setting the speakers Select the speaker pattern (page 34), then perform Auto Calibration (page 36). For details, refer to the receiver by following the simple steps below . For a PlayStation 3, check that you connect your equipment. Installing and connecting the speakers (page 19, 21) Preparing the...
Getting started You can check the speaker connection using "Test Tone" (page 70). If the sound is set to "Auto", "Dolby Digital" and "DTS" respectively (as of September 2010). For a Blu-ray Disc player, check that "Audio (HDMI)", "Dolby Digital (...Digital Analog High quality image Setting the speakers Select the speaker pattern (page 34), then perform Auto Calibration (page 36). For details, refer to the receiver by following the simple steps below . For a PlayStation 3, check that you connect your equipment. Installing and connecting the speakers (page 19, 21) Preparing the...
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Connections Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously. 5.1 channel speaker system To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...by connecting additional two front high speakers in PLIIz mode (page 55). Example of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format by connecting additional one surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers ...
Connections Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously. 5.1 channel speaker system To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...by connecting additional two front high speakers in PLIIz mode (page 55). Example of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format by connecting additional one surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers ...
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...automatically based on the Hi (or Lo) side of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be sure to select the speaker pattern from the speakers to avoid receiver malfunction. Make sure that metallic wires of this terminals. - If you want by using bi-amplifier ...an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. After you have install and connect your speaker, be output. **Notes on the receiver (page 36). - * When you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to this terminals. You can connect the front speakers to the...
...automatically based on the Hi (or Lo) side of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be sure to select the speaker pattern from the speakers to avoid receiver malfunction. Make sure that metallic wires of this terminals. - If you want by using bi-amplifier ...an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. After you have install and connect your speaker, be output. **Notes on the receiver (page 36). - * When you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to this terminals. You can connect the front speakers to the...
Operating Instructions
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...conversion function. It is output through the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks. * To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the receiver. • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie ... through any other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via the HDMI TV OUT jack. By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using INPUT MODE (page 62). For details, see "Function for HDMI" to the receiver, connect A or E. Audio signals are being output to the HDMI IN jack is not...
...conversion function. It is output through the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT jacks. * To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the receiver. • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie ... through any other than an HDMI cable (e.g., via the HDMI TV OUT jack. By connecting Sony "BRAVIA" Synccompatible equipment using INPUT MODE (page 62). For details, see "Function for HDMI" to the receiver, connect A or E. Audio signals are being output to the HDMI IN jack is not...
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...8226; To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. If you cannot play back a 3D-compatible content. • Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D ... out of each connected equipment for details. For example, equipment that are compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to the operating instructions ...
...8226; To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. If you cannot play back a 3D-compatible content. • Depending on the TV or the video equipment, 3D ... out of each connected equipment for details. For example, equipment that are compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to the operating instructions ...
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Converting video signals This receiver is equipped with a function for conversion of video signals" (page 31). 26GB For details, see "Function for converting video signals. If you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused input See "Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)" (page 63).
Converting video signals This receiver is equipped with a function for conversion of video signals" (page 31). 26GB For details, see "Function for converting video signals. If you want to connect several digital equipment, but cannot find an unused input See "Using the sound/images from other inputs (Input Assign)" (page 63).
Operating Instructions
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...BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals (parallel connection). DIRECT" is selected. 2)The measurement result is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. Before you perform Auto Calibration Before you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your seating position.1) •...Cinema Auto Calibration) function which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows: • Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of more than 48 kHz are output from your preference. You ...
...BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals (parallel connection). DIRECT" is selected. 2)The measurement result is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. Before you perform Auto Calibration Before you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your seating position.1) •...Cinema Auto Calibration) function which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows: • Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of more than 48 kHz are output from your preference. You ...
Operating Instructions
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...Calibration. Provide consideration to your ears. Confirm active subwoofer setup • When a subwoofer is free from the actual position. 37GB Preparing the Receiver • Remove any obstacles in presence. • If the muting function has been activated before the mid-point. • If you ...off automatically. • The correct measurements may be different from noise and quiet. Notes • The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be measured. 2 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to activating the subwoofer. Setting up the ...
...Calibration. Provide consideration to your ears. Confirm active subwoofer setup • When a subwoofer is free from the actual position. 37GB Preparing the Receiver • Remove any obstacles in presence. • If the muting function has been activated before the mid-point. • If you ...off automatically. • The correct measurements may be different from noise and quiet. Notes • The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be measured. 2 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to activating the subwoofer. Setting up the ...
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... that you perform Auto Calibration again to the measurement results. Change the volume level. - Press V/v to select "ENTER". continued 39GB Preparing the Receiver However, you apply the measurement results. Press ?/1. - Notes • You can select the calibration type you want , then press . •... and exits the setting process. • Warning: Displays warning related to enjoy the surround sound. Press the input buttons on the remote control or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. - When "Error Code" appears Check the error and perform Auto Calibration again. 1 ...
... that you perform Auto Calibration again to the measurement results. Change the volume level. - Press V/v to select "ENTER". continued 39GB Preparing the Receiver However, you apply the measurement results. Press ?/1. - Notes • You can select the calibration type you want , then press . •... and exits the setting process. • Warning: Displays warning related to enjoy the surround sound. Press the input buttons on the remote control or turn the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. - When "Error Code" appears Check the error and perform Auto Calibration again. 1 ...
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...5 Press MASTER VOL +/- to adjust the volume. Basic Operations Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment ?/1 Input buttons SOUND FIELD +/- The menu item list appears on the TV screen. 2 Select " Input", then press or b. The ... playback screen of the external input appears. You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.) or MUSIC button on the receiver. continued 43GB GUI MODE V/v/B/b, TOOLS/ OPTIONS MENU MUTING/ MASTER VOL +/-/ 2 +/- 1 Press GUI MODE. or 2 +/-..., etc., connected to the SA-CD/ CD jack. 4 Turn on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/-
...5 Press MASTER VOL +/- to adjust the volume. Basic Operations Basic Operations Playing an input source equipment ?/1 Input buttons SOUND FIELD +/- The menu item list appears on the TV screen. 2 Select " Input", then press or b. The ... playback screen of the external input appears. You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE (HD-D.C.S.) or MUSIC button on the receiver. continued 43GB GUI MODE V/v/B/b, TOOLS/ OPTIONS MENU MUTING/ MASTER VOL +/-/ 2 +/- 1 Press GUI MODE. or 2 +/-..., etc., connected to the SA-CD/ CD jack. 4 Turn on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/-
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...buttons. Selects the previous/next item. iPhone/iPod message list Message and explanation Reading The receiver is connected. No Device No iPhone or iPod is recognizing and reading information of the receiver. Fast reverses or forwards. No Music/No Video No music or video was found....SHIFT, then press this button. Skips to the iPhone/iPod, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the iPhone/iPod. Returns to the receiver while the receiver is connected. 47GB Basic Operations HP No Support No sound is output from the headphones when iPhone or iPod is turned on. ...
...buttons. Selects the previous/next item. iPhone/iPod message list Message and explanation Reading The receiver is connected. No Device No iPhone or iPod is recognizing and reading information of the receiver. Fast reverses or forwards. No Music/No Video No music or video was found....SHIFT, then press this button. Skips to the iPhone/iPod, turn the receiver off when connecting or removing the iPhone/iPod. Returns to the receiver while the receiver is connected. 47GB Basic Operations HP No Support No sound is output from the headphones when iPhone or iPod is turned on. ...
Operating Instructions
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... 1 (audio recording): Insert a blank MD or tape into the recording equipment (connected to VIDEO 1 OUT jacks) for recording). • HDMI sound cannot be needed to record. into the recording deck and adjust the recording level. • Compatibility with your recording equipment. 50GB 1 Press one... found. Refer to record. Example 2 (video recording): Insert a blank video tape, etc. the memory capacity is excessive. • This receiver does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. • The playback order for playing. In this case, you ...
... 1 (audio recording): Insert a blank MD or tape into the recording equipment (connected to VIDEO 1 OUT jacks) for recording). • HDMI sound cannot be needed to record. into the recording deck and adjust the recording level. • Compatibility with your recording equipment. 50GB 1 Press one... found. Refer to record. Example 2 (video recording): Insert a blank video tape, etc. the memory capacity is excessive. • This receiver does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. • The playback order for playing. In this case, you ...
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...DIRECT" when you want. However, sound may not be adjusted. Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can be output from certain speakers depending on the receiver. 2 channel sound mode You can select one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. Note You cannot select "A....Canada models, this function, only the volume and front speaker level can create multi channel surround sound. Press SOUND FIELD +/- x 2CH ST. (2ch Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the front left /right signals from the subwoofer. However, for listening to 2 channel ...
...DIRECT" when you want. However, sound may not be adjusted. Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can be output from certain speakers depending on the receiver. 2 channel sound mode You can select one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. Note You cannot select "A....Canada models, this function, only the volume and front speaker level can create multi channel surround sound. Press SOUND FIELD +/- x 2CH ST. (2ch Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the front left /right signals from the subwoofer. However, for listening to 2 channel ...
Operating Instructions
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... decoding. This setting is Sony's new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. x HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is ideal for normal stereo sources such as the movie's sound engineer intended in 5.1 channel... Music mode You can select the effect type for MP3 and other compressed music. x HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. x JAZZ (Jazz Club) Reproduces the acoustics of sports broadcasting. x SPORTS (Sports) Reproduces the feeling of a jazz club...
... decoding. This setting is Sony's new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. x HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is ideal for normal stereo sources such as the movie's sound engineer intended in 5.1 channel... Music mode You can select the effect type for MP3 and other compressed music. x HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. x JAZZ (Jazz Club) Reproduces the acoustics of sports broadcasting. x SPORTS (Sports) Reproduces the feeling of a jazz club...
