Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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4-557-173-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the date of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of purchase, if this Product (including ...
4-557-173-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the date of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of purchase, if this Product (including ...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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...-6900DP and HT-5950DP. Check your receiver's model number by looking at the lower right corner of your DVD player, refer to the area code, are trademarks of : • Receiver • Speaker system - Surround speaker (left ) - For details on the remote are for the supplied remote For RM-AAP001 The AUX, MULTI CH* and 12 buttons on the use of the front panel. Surround speaker (right) - Surround back speaker - Front speaker (right) - Surround back speaker -
...-6900DP and HT-5950DP. Check your receiver's model number by looking at the lower right corner of your DVD player, refer to the area code, are trademarks of : • Receiver • Speaker system - Surround speaker (left ) - For details on the remote are for the supplied remote For RM-AAP001 The AUX, MULTI CH* and 12 buttons on the use of the front panel. Surround speaker (right) - Surround back speaker - Front speaker (right) - Surround back speaker -
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... stations and inputs ........ 40 Using the Sleep Timer 40 Selecting the speaker system 41 Recording 41 Operations Using the Remote RM-AAP001 Before you use your components 5 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks 7 1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks........ 10 1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks 12 2: Connecting the antennas 14 3: Connecting speakers 15 4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 17 5: Setting up the speakers 19 6: Setting up the sub woofer 21 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance 22 - Table of button...
... stations and inputs ........ 40 Using the Sleep Timer 40 Selecting the speaker system 41 Recording 41 Operations Using the Remote RM-AAP001 Before you use your components 5 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks 7 1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks........ 10 1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks 12 2: Connecting the antennas 14 3: Connecting speakers 15 4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 17 5: Setting up the speakers 19 6: Setting up the sub woofer 21 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance 22 - Table of button...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... components" below for the pages which describe how to be connected DVD player With digital audio outputa) With multi channel audio outputb) With analog audio output onlyc) TV monitor With component video inputd) With composite video input only Satellite tuner With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyc) Super Audio CD/CD player With digital audio outputa) With multi channel audio outputb) With analog audio output onlyc) MD/Tape deck With analog audio output onlyc) Multi channel decoder VCR, camcorder, video game, etc. After hooking up your components to this receiver...
... components" below for the pages which describe how to be connected DVD player With digital audio outputa) With multi channel audio outputb) With analog audio output onlyc) TV monitor With component video inputd) With composite video input only Satellite tuner With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyc) Super Audio CD/CD player With digital audio outputa) With multi channel audio outputb) With analog audio output onlyc) MD/Tape deck With analog audio output onlyc) Multi channel decoder VCR, camcorder, video game, etc. After hooking up your components to this receiver...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... are reset to their factory defaults. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to "VOL MIN". 18US The following procedure. "PUSH" and "ENTER" appears in the display for a while, then "CLEARED" appears. 4: Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to their factory settings. • All settings in the SPEAKER SET UP, LEVEL, TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus. • The sound field memorized for each input and preset station. • All sound...
... are reset to their factory defaults. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to "VOL MIN". 18US The following procedure. "PUSH" and "ENTER" appears in the display for a while, then "CLEARED" appears. 4: Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to their factory settings. • All settings in the SPEAKER SET UP, LEVEL, TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus. • The sound field memorized for each input and preset station. • All sound...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... the PHONES jack. • When the headphones are connected, you selected. 3 Turn MASTER VOLUME -/+ to select the input. HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH) - To select the Press VCR VIDEO 1 Satellite tuner VIDEO 2 Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3 DVD player DVD MD or tape deck MD/TAPE Super Audio CD or CD player SA-CD/CD Built-in tuner (FM) FM Built-in tuner (AM) AM The selected input appears in the display turn off the receiver. The muting function will be...
... the PHONES jack. • When the headphones are connected, you selected. 3 Turn MASTER VOLUME -/+ to select the input. HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH) - To select the Press VCR VIDEO 1 Satellite tuner VIDEO 2 Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3 DVD player DVD MD or tape deck MD/TAPE Super Audio CD or CD player SA-CD/CD Built-in tuner (FM) FM Built-in tuner (AM) AM The selected input appears in the display turn off the receiver. The muting function will be...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... to stereo mode, press FM MODE again. 24US Before operation, make sure you select 2CH STEREO mode. Press TUNING + to scan from high to enjoy the stereo effect, but the sound will be used. You will not be able to low. This enables you to enjoy high quality analog inputs such as follows: Speaker type Settings FRONT SMALL CENTER SMALL SURROUND/REAR SMALL SUB WOOFER YES When MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up The MULTI CHANNEL...
... to stereo mode, press FM MODE again. 24US Before operation, make sure you select 2CH STEREO mode. Press TUNING + to scan from high to enjoy the stereo effect, but the sound will be used. You will not be able to low. This enables you to enjoy high quality analog inputs such as follows: Speaker type Settings FRONT SMALL CENTER SMALL SURROUND/REAR SMALL SUB WOOFER YES When MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up The MULTI CHANNEL...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... source signal is turned off or when headphones are connected. * For HT-5950DP, "SP" lights up when using the receiver to "ANALOG" (page 35). K OPT: Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/ Music mode decoding is set to tune in the Dolby Digital EX format. NEO:6 D.RANGE 9 MEMORY STEREO MONO 8 qd A SW: Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being input through the OPTICAL terminal or when INPUT MODE...
... source signal is turned off or when headphones are connected. * For HT-5950DP, "SP" lights up when using the receiver to "ANALOG" (page 35). K OPT: Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/ Music mode decoding is set to tune in the Dolby Digital EX format. NEO:6 D.RANGE 9 MEMORY STEREO MONO 8 qd A SW: Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being input through the OPTICAL terminal or when INPUT MODE...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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....EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This is ideal for home theater developed by the movie director. This mode is a standard mode, great for watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you want. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to select the sound field you will create a powerful theater effect...
....EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This is ideal for home theater developed by the movie director. This mode is a standard mode, great for watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you want. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to select the sound field you will create a powerful theater effect...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... 2 channel (stereo). repeatedly to select the sound field you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is operating, the system will automatically switch to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again. • You can select only from MULTI CH IN jacks. Tips • The receiver lets you want. by looking at the logo on the package. - : Dolby Digital discs - : Dolby Surround encoded programs - : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs...
... 2 channel (stereo). repeatedly to select the sound field you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is operating, the system will automatically switch to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again. • You can select only from MULTI CH IN jacks. Tips • The receiver lets you want. by looking at the logo on the package. - : Dolby Digital discs - : Dolby Surround encoded programs - : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... DIGITAL COAXIAL input jack. • OPT IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks. • ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. This means that the selected input is unavailable. 35US Audio input modes • AUTO IN Gives priority to select the audio input mode. INPUT MODE You can assign a component video input for each input The initial settings are both digital and analog connections. Switching the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks. 1 Press input buttons to select...
... DIGITAL COAXIAL input jack. • OPT IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks. • ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. This means that the selected input is unavailable. 35US Audio input modes • AUTO IN Gives priority to select the audio input mode. INPUT MODE You can assign a component video input for each input The initial settings are both digital and analog connections. Switching the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks. 1 Press input buttons to select...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... "DEC. AUTO" for DVD and SA-CD/CD. • AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between the audio output and visual display is minimized. • N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM. • PCM PCM signals are underlined. XXXX (Digital audio input decoding priority) Lets you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D. The initial setting is played back at 48 kHz sampling frequencies. PCM". AUTO" and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for...
... "DEC. AUTO" for DVD and SA-CD/CD. • AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between the audio output and visual display is minimized. • N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM. • PCM PCM signals are underlined. XXXX (Digital audio input decoding priority) Lets you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D. The initial setting is played back at 48 kHz sampling frequencies. PCM". AUTO" and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... ?/1 ?/1 RM SET UP P SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 DVD AV1 AV2 MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AUX MULTI CH 2CH A.F.D. wl wk wj wh wg wf wd ws wa w; MOVIE MUSIC 1 2 3 DUAL SB MONO DECODING 4 5 6 JUMP/ PRESET/ AUDIO ANGLE TIME CH/D.SKIP 7 8 9 SUBTITLE ENTER .> 0/10 >10/11 12 SHIFT D.TUNING DISC ALT mM - ANT CLEAR SEARCH MODE H X x TOP MENU/ GUIDE MUTING AV MENU V B b MASTER VOL v O DISPLAY TV VOL...
... ?/1 ?/1 RM SET UP P SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 DVD AV1 AV2 MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AUX MULTI CH 2CH A.F.D. wl wk wj wh wg wf wd ws wa w; MOVIE MUSIC 1 2 3 DUAL SB MONO DECODING 4 5 6 JUMP/ PRESET/ AUDIO ANGLE TIME CH/D.SKIP 7 8 9 SUBTITLE ENTER .> 0/10 >10/11 12 SHIFT D.TUNING DISC ALT mM - ANT CLEAR SEARCH MODE H X x TOP MENU/ GUIDE MUTING AV MENU V B b MASTER VOL v O DISPLAY TV VOL...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... Remote 2 To set up the remote. Press to preset stations. GUIDE qa Satellite tuner/ Displays guide menu. qs TV ?/1 1 TV VIDEO1 3 Receiver VIDEO2 4 Receiver VIDEO3 ea Receiver WIDE qf TV Adjusts the volume of the receiver. SUBTITLE DVD player Changes the subtitles. 8 SYSTEM STANDBY (Press AV ?/1 ed and ?/1 ef at the same time) Receiver/ Turns off automatically. MULTI CH wk MUSIC wj Receiver Receiver MUTING ql Receiver Selects MULTI CH IN source. D.SKIP +/- CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck TEST Receiver TONE qg Outputs test tone...
... Remote 2 To set up the remote. Press to preset stations. GUIDE qa Satellite tuner/ Displays guide menu. qs TV ?/1 1 TV VIDEO1 3 Receiver VIDEO2 4 Receiver VIDEO3 ea Receiver WIDE qf TV Adjusts the volume of the receiver. SUBTITLE DVD player Changes the subtitles. 8 SYSTEM STANDBY (Press AV ?/1 ed and ?/1 ef at the same time) Receiver/ Turns off automatically. MULTI CH wk MUSIC wj Receiver Receiver MUTING ql Receiver Selects MULTI CH IN source. D.SKIP +/- CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck TEST Receiver TONE qg Outputs test tone...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... for receiver operation. • Some functions explained in this case, press TV/VIDEO button to operate the receiver. DVD player/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner Notes • The AUX, MULTI CH* and 12 buttons on the remote are not available for AV2) , then the command mode switches. To check the command mode of the remote Set the remote command mode using the RM SET UP button and the remote command mode buttons. The indicator flashes 3 times...
... for receiver operation. • Some functions explained in this case, press TV/VIDEO button to operate the receiver. DVD player/ Blu-ray disc recorder/ Hard disc recorder/PSX/ Satellite tuner Notes • The AUX, MULTI CH* and 12 buttons on the remote are not available for AV2) , then the command mode switches. To check the command mode of the remote Set the remote command mode using the RM SET UP button and the remote command mode buttons. The indicator flashes 3 times...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... following to reset the remote to the category and the maker's code respectively). 4 Press ENTER. The indicator lights up in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. If programming is selected and the programming procedure returns to control nonSony components by changing the code. Start again from step 1. Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL - Replace both batteries. • If the indicator flashes 4 times in...
... following to reset the remote to the category and the maker's code respectively). 4 Press ENTER. The indicator lights up in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. If programming is selected and the programming procedure returns to control nonSony components by changing the code. Start again from step 1. Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL - Replace both batteries. • If the indicator flashes 4 times in...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... the speaker further away from a TV set . If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your dealer. • AC power cord must be observed on again after 15 to turn off and unplug the receiver. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that have been specially treated (with a mild detergent solution. If color irregularity is connected to...
... the speaker further away from a TV set . If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your dealer. • AC power cord must be observed on again after 15 to turn off and unplug the receiver. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that have been specially treated (with a mild detergent solution. If color irregularity is connected to...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set to "OPT IN" for the sources from one channel is output from the center/surround/ surround back speakers. • Select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 31). • Adjust the speaker level (page 22). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set or fluorescent light. • Move your audio components away from the sub woofer...
... the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set to "OPT IN" for the sources from one channel is output from the center/surround/ surround back speakers. • Select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 31). • Adjust the speaker level (page 22). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set or fluorescent light. • Move your audio components away from the sub woofer...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... source component with input buttons. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to the appropriate input mode. • Move your audio components away from the TV. to turn off the power. Recording cannot be tuned in with automatic tuning). Remote control The remote does not function. • The AUX, MULTI CH** and 12 buttons on the remote are not available for receiver operation, press MAIN MENU. Then, press ?/1 while pressing ENTER. Each time...
... source component with input buttons. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to the appropriate input mode. • Move your audio components away from the TV. to turn off the power. Recording cannot be tuned in with automatic tuning). Remote control The remote does not function. • The AUX, MULTI CH** and 12 buttons on the remote are not available for receiver operation, press MAIN MENU. Then, press ?/1 while pressing ENTER. Each time...
HT5950DP Instructions (entire HT system)
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... from the speakers. Check the speaker connection and turn off after a few seconds. However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 18). If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Amplifier section Power Output1) Model of area code U (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) STR-K9900P: FRONT2): 140...
... from the speakers. Check the speaker connection and turn off after a few seconds. However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 18). If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Amplifier section Power Output1) Model of area code U (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) STR-K9900P: FRONT2): 140...
