Operating Instructions
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...40 "BRAVIA" Sync features What is "BRAVIA" Sync 41 Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync........41 Enjoying a Blu-ray Disc/DVD 43 (One-Touch Play) Enjoying the TV sound from the Speakers 43 (System Audio Control) Turning off the TV, System, and Connected Components 45 (System Power Off) Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations 46 Listening to the Radio 47 Advanced Settings Controlling the Connected Sony Components with the Remote......... 50 Changing the Input Button Assignments of the Remote 52 Settings and Adjustments Using the Amplifier Menu 54 Reassigning the audio inputs 63 Using an...
...40 "BRAVIA" Sync features What is "BRAVIA" Sync 41 Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync........41 Enjoying a Blu-ray Disc/DVD 43 (One-Touch Play) Enjoying the TV sound from the Speakers 43 (System Audio Control) Turning off the TV, System, and Connected Components 45 (System Power Off) Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations 46 Listening to the Radio 47 Advanced Settings Controlling the Connected Sony Components with the Remote......... 50 Changing the Input Button Assignments of the Remote 52 Settings and Adjustments Using the Amplifier Menu 54 Reassigning the audio inputs 63 Using an...
Operating Instructions
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... digital audio input using the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SAT IN jack. For details, see "Reassigning the digital audio input" (page 64). connect the audio output jacks of the subwoofer CENTER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L A Optical cable (not supplied) B Coaxial cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) : Signal flow continued 19US Getting Started • To output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the subwoofer, be sure to - Audio signal or DVD player (recorder) Video signal A B C BD IN DVD IN IR REMOTE SAT IN ANTENNA...
... digital audio input using the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SAT IN jack. For details, see "Reassigning the digital audio input" (page 64). connect the audio output jacks of the subwoofer CENTER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L A Optical cable (not supplied) B Coaxial cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) : Signal flow continued 19US Getting Started • To output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the subwoofer, be sure to - Audio signal or DVD player (recorder) Video signal A B C BD IN DVD IN IR REMOTE SAT IN ANTENNA...
Operating Instructions
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... existance TONE Speaker gain, distance, frequency T.S.P. This is because test signals are using, then restart the Auto Calibration. • If "CHECK MIC" appears, you cannot perform the Auto Calibration. Connect the calibration mic, then restart the Auto Calibration. Remote sensor Remote commander receiver 3 Press x/X repeatedly until "A. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Avoid making noise to select "A. Performing the Auto Calibration C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER...
... existance TONE Speaker gain, distance, frequency T.S.P. This is because test signals are using, then restart the Auto Calibration. • If "CHECK MIC" appears, you cannot perform the Auto Calibration. Connect the calibration mic, then restart the Auto Calibration. Remote sensor Remote commander receiver 3 Press x/X repeatedly until "A. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Avoid making noise to select "A. Performing the Auto Calibration C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER...
Operating Instructions
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... present, detailed information is displayed. Displays warning concerning the measurement result. Displays the measurement result for speaker level. Displays the measurement result for speaker distance. Select "SAVE EXIT" in all environments. Item ERROR 32 Explanation • The sound input from the calibration mic is saved automatically, without saving the measurement result. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Warning code WARNING 40 WARNING 41...
... present, detailed information is displayed. Displays warning concerning the measurement result. Displays the measurement result for speaker level. Displays the measurement result for speaker distance. Select "SAVE EXIT" in all environments. Item ERROR 32 Explanation • The sound input from the calibration mic is saved automatically, without saving the measurement result. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Warning code WARNING 40 WARNING 41...
Operating Instructions
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... . Setting up the Sound Output of the Connected Component Depending on audio output settings, refer to the operating instructions of the speakers, Sony recommends that the speaker is connected. The saved result is no saved data, you cannot delete the result. 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until "A.CAL MENU" appears, then press or c. 3 Press x/X repeatedly to select "A.CAL CLEAR," then press or c. 4 Press x/X to output the sound in multi channel sound format (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital). If...
... . Setting up the Sound Output of the Connected Component Depending on audio output settings, refer to the operating instructions of the speakers, Sony recommends that the speaker is connected. The saved result is no saved data, you cannot delete the result. 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press x/X repeatedly until "A.CAL MENU" appears, then press or c. 3 Press x/X repeatedly to select "A.CAL CLEAR," then press or c. 4 Press x/X to output the sound in multi channel sound format (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital). If...
Operating Instructions
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... IN DVD IN SAT IN DIGITAL SPEAKER R SAT IN AUDIO IN ASSIGNABLE ONLY FOR SS-IS15 PB/ CB PR/ CR COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L Output signals C ABC OUTPUT jack HDMI TV OUT INPUT jack COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT HDMI IN A a X VIDEO IN B X COMPONENT a VIDEO IN C : Video signals are up-converted and output through the video converter. X : Video signals are not up -converted video signals are output only from a VCR, etc., are converted on the subwoofer and then output...
... IN DVD IN SAT IN DIGITAL SPEAKER R SAT IN AUDIO IN ASSIGNABLE ONLY FOR SS-IS15 PB/ CB PR/ CR COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L Output signals C ABC OUTPUT jack HDMI TV OUT INPUT jack COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT HDMI IN A a X VIDEO IN B X COMPONENT a VIDEO IN C : Video signals are up-converted and output through the video converter. X : Video signals are not up -converted video signals are output only from a VCR, etc., are converted on the subwoofer and then output...
Operating Instructions
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...). Use it as a guide during operation. To save the power in your system. "S-AIR STBY" is set to enjoy sound effects for amplifier operation only. C TONE Press to select the settings. Press to enter the selection. TV CH + PRESET - Then press to adjust the volume. TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU...
...). Use it as a guide during operation. To save the power in your system. "S-AIR STBY" is set to enjoy sound effects for amplifier operation only. C TONE Press to select the settings. Press to enter the selection. TV CH + PRESET - Then press to adjust the volume. TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU...
Operating Instructions
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... (white) TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 MASTER VOL +/- 1 Turn on the remote. 4 Adjust the volume of the TV is displayed on the TV screen automatically by pressing...
... (white) TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 MASTER VOL +/- 1 Turn on the remote. 4 Adjust the volume of the TV is displayed on the TV screen automatically by pressing...
Operating Instructions
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... connect the component to the system using an HDMI cable to playback these sound formats, the system accepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. Enjoying Other Components SOUND FIELD TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 Input buttons MASTER...
... connect the component to the system using an HDMI cable to playback these sound formats, the system accepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. Enjoying Other Components SOUND FIELD TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 Input buttons MASTER...
Operating Instructions
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... DVD with surround effects, such as the optimum mode is automatically applied again. Notes • When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are not effective. x OMNI-DIRECTIONAL SOUND This mode reproduces the stereo effect everywhere surrounding by -play -by five satellite speakers. Surround Functions Outputting the sound from multiple speakers x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI This mode lets you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). To avoid cutting the sound, select "A.F.D. STD." Note • Multi channel...
... DVD with surround effects, such as the optimum mode is automatically applied again. Notes • When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are not effective. x OMNI-DIRECTIONAL SOUND This mode reproduces the stereo effect everywhere surrounding by -play -by five satellite speakers. Surround Functions Outputting the sound from multiple speakers x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI This mode lets you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). To avoid cutting the sound, select "A.F.D. STD." Note • Multi channel...
Operating Instructions
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... PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - The Control for HDMI function will not operate in the following cases: • When you connect this system to products featuring "BRAVIA" Sync. REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 Input buttons AMP MENU 1 Make sure that are also turned off simultaneously. By connecting Sony components that the system is compatible with a Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player...
... PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - The Control for HDMI function will not operate in the following cases: • When you connect this system to products featuring "BRAVIA" Sync. REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING m TUNING + H M TV X x ?/1 Input buttons AMP MENU 1 Make sure that are also turned off simultaneously. By connecting Sony components that the system is compatible with a Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player...
Operating Instructions
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... adjust the volume and turn the system off the sound of the system using the TV remote. For details, refer to the appropriate HDMI input. C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - The sound...
... adjust the volume and turn the system off the sound of the system using the TV remote. For details, refer to the appropriate HDMI input. C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - The sound...
Operating Instructions
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... to the operating instructions of the connected components. 45US "BRAVIA" Sync features TV CH + PRESET - The TV, the system, and the connected components are turned off . Note • Depending on the TV's remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically. TV (orange) TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER...
... to the operating instructions of the connected components. 45US "BRAVIA" Sync features TV CH + PRESET - The TV, the system, and the connected components are turned off . Note • Depending on the TV's remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically. TV (orange) TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER...
Operating Instructions
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... stations. "Complete!" Before tuning, make sure to turn the volume down to select the preset number you want. C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g TUNER/ BAND f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - Changing the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval can select...
... stations. "Complete!" Before tuning, make sure to turn the volume down to select the preset number you want. C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g TUNER/ BAND f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - Changing the AM tuning interval The AM tuning interval can select...
Operating Instructions
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... the disc when pressed during playback. continued 51US Displays the available picture mode. Selects input. Returns to resume normal playback)/x (stop ) qj < • Jumps backward while viewing live or recorded programs. ql C, X, x, c, Selects a menu item and enters the selection. Selects digital channels using with the THEATER button. qg H (playback)/X Play mode buttons. (pause, press again to the previous screen of this system when you connect a Sony TV which is set to on. DISPLAY wa ws Number buttons wd...
... the disc when pressed during playback. continued 51US Displays the available picture mode. Selects input. Returns to resume normal playback)/x (stop ) qj < • Jumps backward while viewing live or recorded programs. ql C, X, x, c, Selects a menu item and enters the selection. Selects digital channels using with the THEATER button. qg H (playback)/X Play mode buttons. (pause, press again to the previous screen of this system when you connect a Sony TV which is set to on. DISPLAY wa ws Number buttons wd...
Operating Instructions
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... MENU Displays the top menu/disc menu. TV (white) Number buttons TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g ?/1 Input buttons f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - ql C, X, x, c, Moves the highlight (cursor) and selects the item. Note • The above operations...
... MENU Displays the top menu/disc menu. TV (white) Number buttons TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g ?/1 Input buttons f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - TV CH + PRESET - ql C, X, x, c, Moves the highlight (cursor) and selects the item. Note • The above operations...
Operating Instructions
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Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. When this setting is selected, the audio input of the TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is displayed on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorders. ** The default setting of the BD button. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray Disc recorder. *** The default setting of the SAT button. For details...
Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. When this setting is selected, the audio input of the TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is displayed on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorders. ** The default setting of the BD button. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray Disc recorder. *** The default setting of the SAT button. For details...
Operating Instructions
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... CONDITION S-AIR MODE PARTY SEPARATE RF CHANGE AUTO ON OFF S-AIR STBY STBY ON STBY OFF 1) See ""BRAVIA" Sync features" (page 41). 2) This setting appears only when "CTRL: HDMI" is only for the optical and coaxial input signals. 54US CAL CLEAR" setting appears only when the result of the Auto Calibration is saved. 4) This setting is set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. TONE ON T. ASSIGN...
... CONDITION S-AIR MODE PARTY SEPARATE RF CHANGE AUTO ON OFF S-AIR STBY STBY ON STBY OFF 1) See ""BRAVIA" Sync features" (page 41). 2) This setting appears only when "CTRL: HDMI" is only for the optical and coaxial input signals. 54US CAL CLEAR" setting appears only when the result of the Auto Calibration is saved. 4) This setting is set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. TONE ON T. ASSIGN...
Operating Instructions
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C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - The AMP menu turns off. For example, to output the audio source for the original input if it has been reassigned to another input. • You cannot...
C, X, x, c, TV ?/1 THEATER TV INPUT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 F2 JUMP PICTURE WIDE FAVORITE GUIDE 123 TONE 456 NIGHT MODE 789 CLEAR DISPLAY AMP MENU 0 ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH - The AMP menu turns off. For example, to output the audio source for the original input if it has been reassigned to another input. • You cannot...
Operating Instructions
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..., reset the system as a microwave oven. • Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products. • Stop using another wireless product. • Change the "RF CHANGE" setting (page 71). • Change the ID settings of the input buttons (TV, BD, DVD, SAT, TUNER/BAND, or DMPORT) on the S-AIR product. No sound is working. AMP menu, sound field, etc., return to the system speaker. • The Volume Limit function...
..., reset the system as a microwave oven. • Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit away from other wireless products. • Stop using another wireless product. • Change the "RF CHANGE" setting (page 71). • Change the ID settings of the input buttons (TV, BD, DVD, SAT, TUNER/BAND, or DMPORT) on the S-AIR product. No sound is working. AMP menu, sound field, etc., return to the system speaker. • The Volume Limit function...