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... Components Required cords 6 Antenna hookups 7 Audio component hookups 8 Video component hookups 9 Digital component hookups 10 Multi channel input hookups1 11 Other hookups 12 Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups 13 Performing initial setup ... sound field 24 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 26 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic )1 26 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 27 Customizing sound fields 28 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)2 31 Direct tuning 31 Automatic ...
... Components Required cords 6 Antenna hookups 7 Audio component hookups 8 Video component hookups 9 Digital component hookups 10 Multi channel input hookups1 11 Other hookups 12 Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups 13 Performing initial setup ... sound field 24 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 26 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic )1 26 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 27 Customizing sound fields 28 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)2 31 Direct tuning 31 Automatic ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD...OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT... jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB We recommend making coaxial connections instead...
... channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD...OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT... jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB We recommend making coaxial connections instead...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or multi channel decoder. • See page 13 for details on speaker system hookup. DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω...and DTS. If your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel hookups. Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups HT-DDW840 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Refer to the operating instructions supplied...
...to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or multi channel decoder. • See page 13 for details on speaker system hookup. DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω...and DTS. If your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel hookups. Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups HT-DDW840 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Refer to the operating instructions supplied...
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...176; C C 90° 20° continued 15GB This procedure is set up while outputting the sound), check the connection (page 21). Multi channel surround setup For the best possible surround sound, all of the following items are reset or cleared: • All preset stations are reset or ...; All index names (of your room (etc.). Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any other settings. However, the receiver lets you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the surround speakers up the speakers and turned on the power. ...
...176; C C 90° 20° continued 15GB This procedure is set up while outputting the sound), check the connection (page 21). Multi channel surround setup For the best possible surround sound, all of the following items are reset or cleared: • All preset stations are reset or ...; All index names (of your room (etc.). Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any other settings. However, the receiver lets you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the surround speakers up the speakers and turned on the power. ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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...of the test tone from each speaker. Tip You can enhance your listening position using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to MULTI CH IN (HT-DDW840 only). • The adjusted value are shown in your main listening position. Notes • The ...to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you begin playing the programme source. 1 Turn on the receiver and select the programme source. 2 Press POWER on the main unit or press MASTER VOL +/- Multi channel surround setup (continued) Adjusting the speaker level Use the remote while seated in green. 3 Play the...
...of the test tone from each speaker. Tip You can enhance your listening position using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to MULTI CH IN (HT-DDW840 only). • The adjusted value are shown in your main listening position. Notes • The ...to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you begin playing the programme source. 1 Turn on the receiver and select the programme source. 2 Press POWER on the main unit or press MASTER VOL +/- Multi channel surround setup (continued) Adjusting the speaker level Use the remote while seated in green. 3 Play the...
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... Sony's own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to set the speaker parameters before enjoying surround sound. In a home theater, "Digital Cinema Sound" simulates an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo)...surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. reverberation). Sound field Normal Surround Cinema Studio EX A Cinema Studio EX B Cinema Studio EX C Hall Jazz...
... Sony's own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to set the speaker parameters before enjoying surround sound. In a home theater, "Digital Cinema Sound" simulates an ideal movie theater sound environment based on the preference of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo)...surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. reverberation). Sound field Normal Surround Cinema Studio EX A Cinema Studio EX B Cinema Studio EX C Hall Jazz...
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... redirect bass sound to obtain the correct bass signal. 26GB Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) (HT-DDW840 only) The receiver can identify the encoding format of program sofware by looking at its packaging. Press 2CH. appears... turned off Press A.DEC or 2CH. Selecting a sound field (continued) To turn the surround effect off . "2CH ST." Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Notes • No sound is output from the front left and right speakers and a sub...
... redirect bass sound to obtain the correct bass signal. 26GB Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) (HT-DDW840 only) The receiver can identify the encoding format of program sofware by looking at its packaging. Press 2CH. appears... turned off Press A.DEC or 2CH. Selecting a sound field (continued) To turn the surround effect off . "2CH ST." Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Notes • No sound is output from the front left and right speakers and a sub...
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... displays qa qs 1 2 34 5 a DIGITAL PRO LOGIC DTS MPEG STEREO MONO RDS SW SP. or "NORM.SURR." See page 29 to 2 channel signals in radio stations, etc. DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to adjust the dynamic range compression. 7 COAX: Lights ...signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. 2 PRO LOGIC: Lights up when the receiver is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal. 9 Playback channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. is activated. Note When playing a DTS format disc, be ...
... displays qa qs 1 2 34 5 a DIGITAL PRO LOGIC DTS MPEG STEREO MONO RDS SW SP. or "NORM.SURR." See page 29 to 2 channel signals in radio stations, etc. DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to adjust the dynamic range compression. 7 COAX: Lights ...signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. 2 PRO LOGIC: Lights up when the receiver is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal. 9 Playback channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. is activated. Note When playing a DTS format disc, be ...
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... the command mode of the remote (C.MODE.AVX) Lets you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. Note Dolby Pro Logic II does not function for the normal stereo sources, such as CDs. The source recorded in 5.1 channel when watching the videos of decoding for the movies encoded in the dubbed ...language. • When set to "II MUSIC", the receiver performs the Pro Logic II music mode decoding. Change...
... the command mode of the remote (C.MODE.AVX) Lets you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. Note Dolby Pro Logic II does not function for the normal stereo sources, such as CDs. The source recorded in 5.1 channel when watching the videos of decoding for the movies encoded in the dubbed ...language. • When set to "II MUSIC", the receiver performs the Pro Logic II music mode decoding. Change...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... mode. MAIN MENU Receiver Press this button repeatedly to compact disc. Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver MUTING Receiver Function To watch VCR. (VTR mode 2) To watch TV programs or satellite receiver. To watch DVD or laser disc. Selects sound field mode. TV/VCR/ Select channel numbers. Tuner station direct... 2CH ANALOG DIRECT. ON Receiver SCREEN To display the menus of the four cursor modes: SURR, LEVEL, SET UP and NAME. To listen to select one of the receiver on or VCD player/ off the receiver and STANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video (Press tuner...
... mode. MAIN MENU Receiver Press this button repeatedly to compact disc. Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver MUTING Receiver Function To watch VCR. (VTR mode 2) To watch TV programs or satellite receiver. To watch DVD or laser disc. Selects sound field mode. TV/VCR/ Select channel numbers. Tuner station direct... 2CH ANALOG DIRECT. ON Receiver SCREEN To display the menus of the four cursor modes: SURR, LEVEL, SET UP and NAME. To listen to select one of the receiver on or VCD player/ off the receiver and STANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video (Press tuner...
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.../ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck Skips tracks. * Only for Sony TVs with components in -picture function. Pauses play or record. (Also starts recording with the picture-...in record standby.) Stops play . DVD player/ MD deck ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel, satellite tuner/ disc or track using the LD player/ numeric buttons, press to the previous...Shows the time or VCD player/ displays the playing time DVD player of disc, etc. PRESET/ Receiver CH/ Scans and selects preset stations. D.SKIP +/- Remote Operations Button m/M CD player/ VCD player...
.../ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck Skips tracks. * Only for Sony TVs with components in -picture function. Pauses play or record. (Also starts recording with the picture-...in record standby.) Stops play . DVD player/ MD deck ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel, satellite tuner/ disc or track using the LD player/ numeric buttons, press to the previous...Shows the time or VCD player/ displays the playing time DVD player of disc, etc. PRESET/ Receiver CH/ Scans and selects preset stations. D.SKIP +/- Remote Operations Button m/M CD player/ VCD player...
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...activate those buttons with orange printing. ALT Remote Change remote key function to enter the EXECUTE tuner/ selection. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is intended to serve as an example only. The indicator lights once (twice for search (track, index, etc.) TOP ...) Remote Operations Function Button CLEAR DVD player Press if you made a mistake when you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. TV Select preset TV channels. TV/ TV VIDEO Selects input signal: TV input or video input. AV1 and Remote AV2 Select the command mode of the...
...activate those buttons with orange printing. ALT Remote Change remote key function to enter the EXECUTE tuner/ selection. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is intended to serve as an example only. The indicator lights once (twice for search (track, index, etc.) TOP ...) Remote Operations Function Button CLEAR DVD player Press if you made a mistake when you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. TV Select preset TV channels. TV/ TV VIDEO Selects input signal: TV input or video input. AV1 and Remote AV2 Select the command mode of the...
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... sound field mode. Select MULTI CH IN source. MUTING Receiver Mutes the sound from the receiver. TV/VCR/ Selects channel numbers. continued 47GB To listen to preset stations. To ...Receiver ?/1 Receiver VIDEO 1 Receiver VIDEO 2 Receiver DVD/LD Receiver MD/TAPE Receiver CD Receiver TUNER Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver A.DEC Receiver MODE 2CH TEST TONE MAIN MENU Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver MULTI CH Receiver MENU Receiver Function Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off the receiver and VCR/Satellite other Sony...
... sound field mode. Select MULTI CH IN source. MUTING Receiver Mutes the sound from the receiver. TV/VCR/ Selects channel numbers. continued 47GB To listen to preset stations. To ...Receiver ?/1 Receiver VIDEO 1 Receiver VIDEO 2 Receiver DVD/LD Receiver MD/TAPE Receiver CD Receiver TUNER Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver A.DEC Receiver MODE 2CH TEST TONE MAIN MENU Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver MULTI CH Receiver MENU Receiver Function Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off the receiver and VCR/Satellite other Sony...
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... signal from the aerial terminal: TV signal or VCR program. Selects a menu item. Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit. Remote Button Description (continued) Remote Operations Function Button CH/ Receiver PRESET+/- CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape ... DVD player DVD player DVD player V/v/B/b DVD player -/-- TV TV/VIDEO TV TV VOL TV +/- Therefore, depending on the model of the receiver. • The above explanation is intended to switch the input mode of the TV. Remote Button D. In this case, press the TV...
... signal from the aerial terminal: TV signal or VCR program. Selects a menu item. Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit. Remote Button Description (continued) Remote Operations Function Button CH/ Receiver PRESET+/- CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape ... DVD player DVD player DVD player V/v/B/b DVD player -/-- TV TV/VIDEO TV TV VOL TV +/- Therefore, depending on the model of the receiver. • The above explanation is intended to switch the input mode of the TV. Remote Button D. In this case, press the TV...
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...into the jacks on DOLBY DIGITAL RF hookups, see the operating instructions supplied with your TV away from one channel is recorded in the LEVEL menu. If both the receiver and the component. There is no sound output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be obtained....8226; Check that the speakers and components are output from the SUB WOOFER terminal depending on the receiver. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver's jack. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is no sound from the audio components. • The plugs and jacks are dirty....
...into the jacks on DOLBY DIGITAL RF hookups, see the operating instructions supplied with your TV away from one channel is recorded in the LEVEL menu. If both the receiver and the component. There is no sound output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be obtained....8226; Check that the speakers and components are output from the SUB WOOFER terminal depending on the receiver. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver's jack. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is no sound from the audio components. • The plugs and jacks are dirty....