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... appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) 37 Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) 37 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field 39 Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) 42 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings 42 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio 43 Presetting radio stations 44 Other...
... appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) 37 Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) 37 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field 39 Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) 42 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings 42 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio 43 Presetting radio stations 44 Other...
Operating Instructions
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The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. pepels Bugle° Name 1141 Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S Function The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO SW LFE [ c I SL SRI continued 7US
The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. pepels Bugle° Name 1141 Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S Function The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO SW LFE [ c I SL SRI continued 7US
Operating Instructions
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... vibration or movement as shown in certain countries). 1: Installing speakers To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel). Installing the speakers on a flat surface Before you want. ...A Front speaker (L) B Front speaker (R) ElCenter speaker D Surround speaker (L) ['Surround speaker (R) ©Sub woofer Tip Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever...
... vibration or movement as shown in certain countries). 1: Installing speakers To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel). Installing the speakers on a flat surface Before you want. ...A Front speaker (L) B Front speaker (R) ElCenter speaker D Surround speaker (L) ['Surround speaker (R) ©Sub woofer Tip Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever...
Operating Instructions
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... "T.TONE N". 24us Tips • To adjust the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker. Surround left -. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value are shown on the display during adjustment. Center ---. Surround right ---. Sub woofer 6 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL...
... "T.TONE N". 24us Tips • To adjust the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker. Surround left -. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value are shown on the display during adjustment. Center ---. Surround right ---. Sub woofer 6 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL...
Operating Instructions
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... SUR L 0 dB SUR R -10 dB to SUR R +10 dB (1 dB step) SURR0dB SW -10 dB to BAL. STD, COMP. STD FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO continued 29us R +1 to SW +10 dB (1 dB step) SW 0dB COMP. AUTO PLII MV, PLII MS, MULTI ST., for: C.ST.EX...Sound field selection° [S.F. TONE N T. AUTO, DOLBY PL, A.F.D. TONE] Front speaker balance') [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL] Surround right speaker level [SR LVL] Sub woofer level [SW LVL] Dynamic range compressor° [D. MAX COMP. SELCT] Effect level") [EFFECT] FM station receiving modem [FM...
... SUR L 0 dB SUR R -10 dB to SUR R +10 dB (1 dB step) SURR0dB SW -10 dB to BAL. STD, COMP. STD FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO continued 29us R +1 to SW +10 dB (1 dB step) SW 0dB COMP. AUTO PLII MV, PLII MS, MULTI ST., for: C.ST.EX...Sound field selection° [S.F. TONE N T. AUTO, DOLBY PL, A.F.D. TONE] Front speaker balance') [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL] Surround right speaker level [SR LVL] Sub woofer level [SW LVL] Dynamic range compressor° [D. MAX COMP. SELCT] Effect level") [EFFECT] FM station receiving modem [FM...
Operating Instructions
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...) Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. ■ CNT LVL (Center speaker level) ■ SL LVL (Surround left speaker level) ■ SR LVL (Surround right speaker level) ■ SW LVL (Sub woofer level) ■ D. STD" is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. •... dynamic range is not compressed. • COMP. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are applied to adjust the balance and level of the sound track. "COMP. Select "1-LEVEL" in the Dolby Digital signal. OFF The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. This may be useful when you...
...) Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. ■ CNT LVL (Center speaker level) ■ SL LVL (Surround left speaker level) ■ SR LVL (Surround right speaker level) ■ SW LVL (Sub woofer level) ■ D. STD" is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. •... dynamic range is not compressed. • COMP. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are applied to adjust the balance and level of the sound track. "COMP. Select "1-LEVEL" in the Dolby Digital signal. OFF The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. This may be useful when you...
Operating Instructions
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... surround sound (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want . SUR menu parameters ■ S.F. Select "2-TONE" in the amplifier menus. Note The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to all sound fields. STD The surround effect is selected (Sound...the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. MAX The surround effect is minimum. • EFCT. MIN The surround effect is maximum. 32us SELCT (Sound field selection) Lets you select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. For details, see "Navigating through...
... surround sound (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want . SUR menu parameters ■ S.F. Select "2-TONE" in the amplifier menus. Note The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to all sound fields. STD The surround effect is selected (Sound...the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. MAX The surround effect is minimum. • EFCT. MIN The surround effect is maximum. 32us SELCT (Sound field selection) Lets you select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. For details, see "Navigating through...
Operating Instructions
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...' Tip The receiver lets you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the front speakers. suoRmado lawidwv ■ SL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the sound often results in much better surround sound. continued 35US...
...' Tip The receiver lets you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the front speakers. suoRmado lawidwv ■ SL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the sound often results in much better surround sound. continued 35US...
Operating Instructions
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... toward the listener from the surround speakers and the sound of the listening position, the surround effects become unclear unless set to the immediate left and right of the front speakers. If you may result in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the immediate left and ...right. However, if the speakers are located to "SIDE/LO" or "SIDE/HI". Those sound fields were designed under the premise that best succeeds in a setting contrary ...
... toward the listener from the surround speakers and the sound of the listening position, the surround effects become unclear unless set to the immediate left and right of the front speakers. If you may result in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the immediate left and ...right. However, if the speakers are located to "SIDE/LO" or "SIDE/HI". Those sound fields were designed under the premise that best succeeds in a setting contrary ...
Operating Instructions
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... select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. A.F.D. CAL menu) For details, see "Types of A.F.D. For details, see "6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)" (page 20). Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you...
... select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. A.F.D. CAL menu) For details, see "Types of A.F.D. For details, see "6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)" (page 20). Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you...
Operating Instructions
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..., this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is decoded into 4.1 channels. Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. The source recorded in 5.1 channel for normal stereo sources such as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this mode can reproduce sound in...
..., this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is decoded into 4.1 channels. Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. The source recorded in 5.1 channel for normal stereo sources such as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this mode can reproduce sound in...
Operating Instructions
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MOVIE MUSIC 5- 4 ) Ifs FM MODE MUSIC MOVIE Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music. For details, see "Types of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. punos punauns BulAolu3 continued 39US Selecting a preprogrammed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of sound field available" (page 40). TUBER AMP MENU 2CH A.F.D. 2CH A.R.D. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
MOVIE MUSIC 5- 4 ) Ifs FM MODE MUSIC MOVIE Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music. For details, see "Types of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. punos punauns BulAolu3 continued 39US Selecting a preprogrammed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of sound field available" (page 40). TUBER AMP MENU 2CH A.F.D. 2CH A.R.D. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
Operating Instructions
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...This is a standard mode, great for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects. JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA] This ...38) is selected automatically if you use headphone when 2 channel mode (page 42)/A.F.D. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones. 40us This...
...This is a standard mode, great for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects. JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA] This ...38) is selected automatically if you use headphone when 2 channel mode (page 42)/A.F.D. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones. 40us This...
Operating Instructions
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...Sony Pictures Entertainment's dubbing studio in the playback signal. • When listening with sound fields that the sound is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by looking at the logo on the package. • pp.L7,5 : Dolby Digital discs 'DO DOLBY SURROUND greM . : Dolby Surround encoded programs • dts : DTS Digital Surround..., etc., by Sony, in theaters. Tip You can be able to select "2CH ST." DCS is coming directly from the surround speakers. • This function does not work for movie/music Press 2CH to hear any sound coming from inside...
...Sony Pictures Entertainment's dubbing studio in the playback signal. • When listening with sound fields that the sound is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by looking at the logo on the package. • pp.L7,5 : Dolby Digital discs 'DO DOLBY SURROUND greM . : Dolby Surround encoded programs • dts : DTS Digital Surround..., etc., by Sony, in theaters. Tip You can be able to select "2CH ST." DCS is coming directly from the surround speakers. • This function does not work for movie/music Press 2CH to hear any sound coming from inside...
Operating Instructions
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... all sound fields are reset to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down 2CH, press l/(1). Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) In this operation. 1,2 2 1 Press l/(!) to their initial setting. 42us CH A.F.D. CLR." When multi channel surround formats are... input, the signals are input, the receiver's bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front ...
... all sound fields are reset to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down 2CH, press l/(1). Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) In this operation. 1,2 2 1 Press l/(!) to their initial setting. 42us CH A.F.D. CLR." When multi channel surround formats are... input, the signals are input, the receiver's bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front ...
Operating Instructions
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...the traditional stereo format can be quantified. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality. 50us It consists of times per second, which is recorded and reproduced in 4ch surround sound. It compresses audio less than with 5.1ch surround sound. ■ Dolby Surround (Dolby... and MUSIC mode for theaters developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Since surround information is expressed as 5.1ch surround. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is the most common audio processing method for DVD-...
...the traditional stereo format can be quantified. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality. 50us It consists of times per second, which is recorded and reproduced in 4ch surround sound. It compresses audio less than with 5.1ch surround sound. ■ Dolby Surround (Dolby... and MUSIC mode for theaters developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Since surround information is expressed as 5.1ch surround. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is the most common audio processing method for DVD-...
Operating Instructions
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... connected component. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the COAXIAL input jack. Check that sound is output from the headphones. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the sources from the center/ surround speakers. • Select a... playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. There is no sound from one channel is output from the sub woofer. • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to...
... connected component. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the COAXIAL input jack. Check that sound is output from the headphones. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the sources from the center/ surround speakers. • Select a... playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. There is no sound from one channel is output from the sub woofer. • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to...
Service Manual
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..."DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of area code US only) With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from Dolby Laboratories. Impedance: - Continued on the sound field settings and the source,...kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. - FM STEREO FM-AM RECEIVER 9-887-073-01 2006A1678-1 © 2006.01 Sony Corporation Home Audio Division Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and ...SERVICE MANUAL Ver. 1.0 2006.01 STR-K700 US Model Canadian Model • STR-K700 is the tuner and the amplifier section in any AM station, turn off the receiver.
..."DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of area code US only) With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from Dolby Laboratories. Impedance: - Continued on the sound field settings and the source,...kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. - FM STEREO FM-AM RECEIVER 9-887-073-01 2006A1678-1 © 2006.01 Sony Corporation Home Audio Division Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and ...SERVICE MANUAL Ver. 1.0 2006.01 STR-K700 US Model Canadian Model • STR-K700 is the tuner and the amplifier section in any AM station, turn off the receiver.
Service Manual
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...(monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1 Sound Field:...receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. AUTO SW LFE LCR SL SR 5 "; Lights up if a headphone is not set to "ANALOG". For details on the display 1 23 4 5 6 7 SW LFE SP ; STR-K700... About the indicators on presetting radio stations. DIGITAL ; PRO LOGIC II DTS SLEEP OPT COAX LCR SL S SR qd qs qa MEMORY D.RANGE STEREO MONO 0 9 qf...
...(monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1 Sound Field:...receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. AUTO SW LFE LCR SL SR 5 "; Lights up if a headphone is not set to "ANALOG". For details on the display 1 23 4 5 6 7 SW LFE SP ; STR-K700... About the indicators on presetting radio stations. DIGITAL ; PRO LOGIC II DTS SLEEP OPT COAX LCR SL S SR qd qs qa MEMORY D.RANGE STEREO MONO 0 9 qf...
Service Manual
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... sound . B ANTENNA section FM ANTENNA AM ANTENNA Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver . Connects to the speakers and sub woofer. 6 C AUDIO INPUT section AUDIO IN Connects to a DVD IN jack player, etc. STR-K700 ...Rear panel 1 23 4 DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL ANTENNA AM L L R R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN S DVD VIDEO 2 L R AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 RL RL + ++ + SUB WOOFER RL SURROUND...
... sound . B ANTENNA section FM ANTENNA AM ANTENNA Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver . Connects to the speakers and sub woofer. 6 C AUDIO INPUT section AUDIO IN Connects to a DVD IN jack player, etc. STR-K700 ...Rear panel 1 23 4 DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL ANTENNA AM L L R R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN S DVD VIDEO 2 L R AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 RL RL + ++ + SUB WOOFER RL SURROUND...
