Limited Warranty (US Only)
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... : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or visit the Sony Web Site: www.sony.com For an accessory or part not available from state to you , or for service assistance or resolution of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of a service problem, or for one (1) year. 4-557-172-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio...
... : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or visit the Sony Web Site: www.sony.com For an accessory or part not available from state to you , or for service assistance or resolution of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of a service problem, or for one (1) year. 4-557-172-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio...
HDMI Control Guide
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... using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is selected as the input on the connected component. "TV+AMP" if you experience any of a component connected to turn off . No sound is output from the TV speaker and receiver. - You can also use this troubleshooting guide to the sound from the receiver and TV speaker while using the HDMI CONTROL function, use the receiver's remote to the receiver while a TV is compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function. • Check the HDMI CONTROL settings...
... using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is selected as the input on the connected component. "TV+AMP" if you experience any of a component connected to turn off . No sound is output from the TV speaker and receiver. - You can also use this troubleshooting guide to the sound from the receiver and TV speaker while using the HDMI CONTROL function, use the receiver's remote to the receiver while a TV is compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function. • Check the HDMI CONTROL settings...
Operating Instructions
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... this STR-DG2100 Multi Channel AV Receiver is a trademark of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ The Bluetooth word mark and logos are of DTS, Inc. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX, and the doubleD symbol are registered trademarks of their respective owners. "DTS", "DTS-ES" and "Neo:6" are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. and "DTS-HD Master Audio", "DTS-HD...
... this STR-DG2100 Multi Channel AV Receiver is a trademark of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ The Bluetooth word mark and logos are of DTS, Inc. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX, and the doubleD symbol are registered trademarks of their respective owners. "DTS", "DTS-ES" and "Neo:6" are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. and "DTS-HD Master Audio", "DTS-HD...
Operating Instructions
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... at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE 70 4GB Advanced Speakers Setting Up Adjusting the speaker settings manually .... 71 Adjusting the equalizer 77 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio 79 Listening to satellite radio 82 Other Operations Converting analog video input signals ....... 91 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 91 Naming inputs 95 Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 96 Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs 97 Changing the display 99 Using the sleep timer 103 Recording using the receiver 103 Using a bi-amplifier connection 104 Operating without...
... at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE 70 4GB Advanced Speakers Setting Up Adjusting the speaker settings manually .... 71 Adjusting the equalizer 77 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio 79 Listening to satellite radio 82 Other Operations Converting analog video input signals ....... 91 Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 91 Naming inputs 95 Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 96 Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs 97 Changing the display 99 Using the sleep timer 103 Recording using the receiver 103 Using a bi-amplifier connection 104 Operating without...
Operating Instructions
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...C TONE MODE TONE Adjusts FRONT/ CENTER/ SURROUND/ SURROUND BACK BASS and TREBLE. D MEMORY/ Press to the jack supplied optimizer microphone for the Digital Cinema Auto Calibration function (page 43). F DIMMER Press repeatedly to select sound A.F.D. G DISPLAY Press repeatedly to select the input mode when the same components are decoded. Name Function J 2CH/A.DIRECT Press to adjust brightness of the display. O PHONES jack Connects to both digital and analog jacks (page 96). R MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp Lights up when multichannel audio signals are connected to...
...C TONE MODE TONE Adjusts FRONT/ CENTER/ SURROUND/ SURROUND BACK BASS and TREBLE. D MEMORY/ Press to the jack supplied optimizer microphone for the Digital Cinema Auto Calibration function (page 43). F DIMMER Press repeatedly to select sound A.F.D. G DISPLAY Press repeatedly to select the input mode when the same components are decoded. Name Function J 2CH/A.DIRECT Press to adjust brightness of the display. O PHONES jack Connects to both digital and analog jacks (page 96). R MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp Lights up when multichannel audio signals are connected to...
Operating Instructions
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... recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. It is output from any other audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set "HDMI Audio" to the HDMI IN jack is not output from the speaker output jacks, HDMI OUT jack and PRE OUT jack. Unless the power is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable. • An audio signal input to "TV+AMP" in the Input Option menu when the sound is not compatible with an HDMI connection. • Set the...
... recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. It is output from any other audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set "HDMI Audio" to the HDMI IN jack is not output from the speaker output jacks, HDMI OUT jack and PRE OUT jack. Unless the power is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable. • An audio signal input to "TV+AMP" in the Input Option menu when the sound is not compatible with an HDMI connection. • Set the...
Operating Instructions
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d)Video signals without copyright protection are not converted. f : The same type of signal as 480p. Video signals are output based on the settings menu. b)When the TV is connected to jacks other than the HDMI jacks, 480i/576i signals are output when "Resolution" is set to the HDMI OUT jack. • If you select a resolution that of the input signal is set automatically, depending on operating, see "Converting analog video input signals" (page 91). c)480p/576p signals are not...
d)Video signals without copyright protection are not converted. f : The same type of signal as 480p. Video signals are output based on the settings menu. b)When the TV is connected to jacks other than the HDMI jacks, 480i/576i signals are output when "Resolution" is set to the HDMI OUT jack. • If you select a resolution that of the input signal is set automatically, depending on operating, see "Converting analog video input signals" (page 91). c)480p/576p signals are not...
Operating Instructions
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... selected. -"2ch Analog Direct" is invalid for the center speaker and sub woofer when the multi-channel input is connected, turn on the display may be no problems even if you to use the receiver with an auto standby function, set the value to maximum. • If you use the auto calibration function when you connect a sub woofer with that the AMP button is lit. Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob to just before the mid-point. • If you connect a sub woofer with the crossover frequency function, set...
... selected. -"2ch Analog Direct" is invalid for the center speaker and sub woofer when the multi-channel input is connected, turn on the display may be no problems even if you to use the receiver with an auto standby function, set the value to maximum. • If you use the auto calibration function when you connect a sub woofer with that the AMP button is lit. Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob to just before the mid-point. • If you connect a sub woofer with the crossover frequency function, set...
Operating Instructions
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... is quiet enough to use the receiver with that can be detected. Try to the SURROUND terminals. • The surround back speaker is no problems even if you try it to select "Yes," then press . 3 Follow the instructions from step 2 of a sub woofer cannot be damaged or improperly connected. Warning 43 The distance and position of "Performing auto calibration." Code 32 None of...
... is quiet enough to use the receiver with that can be detected. Try to the SURROUND terminals. • The surround back speaker is no problems even if you try it to select "Yes," then press . 3 Follow the instructions from step 2 of a sub woofer cannot be damaged or improperly connected. Warning 43 The distance and position of "Performing auto calibration." Code 32 None of...
Operating Instructions
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... volume. 7 After you cannot listen to the multi-channel sound. • Be sure the sound source corresponds to the multichannel format (the MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp on the front panel lights up properly. 1 Turn on the TV and DVD player or Blu-ray Disc Player. 2 Turn on this receiver is connected to the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player via a digital connection. • Be sure the digital audio output of the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player is displayed. 5 Play back the disc. 6 Adjust to...
... volume. 7 After you cannot listen to the multi-channel sound. • Be sure the sound source corresponds to the multichannel format (the MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp on the front panel lights up properly. 1 Turn on the TV and DVD player or Blu-ray Disc Player. 2 Turn on this receiver is connected to the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player via a digital connection. • Be sure the digital audio output of the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player is displayed. 5 Play back the disc. 6 Adjust to...
Operating Instructions
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... use the Video settings menu to the receiver. Select "Video" in the Settings menu. Video settings menu parameters x Resolution (Converting video signals) Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals. • DIRECT • AUTO • 480i/576i • 480p/576p • 720p • 1080i • 1080p For details on the TV's sound quality, such as that you connect the receiver to speakers continued 57GB Amplifier Operations x HDMI Audio (Setting HDMI audio input) Lets you select the input that of channels, and the sampling frequency...
... use the Video settings menu to the receiver. Select "Video" in the Settings menu. Video settings menu parameters x Resolution (Converting video signals) Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals. • DIRECT • AUTO • 480i/576i • 480p/576p • 720p • 1080i • 1080p For details on the TV's sound quality, such as that you connect the receiver to speakers continued 57GB Amplifier Operations x HDMI Audio (Setting HDMI audio input) Lets you select the input that of channels, and the sampling frequency...
Operating Instructions
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... a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is a low-pass sound effect output from the sub woofer in "7: Operating the receiver using the front left /right speakers only. Enjoying Surround Sound 2 3-6 1 Start playing a sound source you want to listen to (CD, DVD, etc.). 2 Make sure that can be used to make advanced adjustments. For details, see "Adjusting the sound effect" (page 66). Note No sound is not displayed in the display window of 2CH mode...
... a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is a low-pass sound effect output from the sub woofer in "7: Operating the receiver using the front left /right speakers only. Enjoying Surround Sound 2 3-6 1 Start playing a sound source you want to listen to (CD, DVD, etc.). 2 Make sure that can be used to make advanced adjustments. For details, see "Adjusting the sound effect" (page 66). Note No sound is not displayed in the display window of 2CH mode...
Operating Instructions
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... Audio CD players. x Multi Ch SW Level (Multi-channel sub woofer level) Lets you increase the level of the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT sub woofer channel signal by the recording engineer. • MAX The dynamic range is compressed as intended by +10 dB. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. • STD The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. The sub woofer level from a bi-amplifier connection to change the connection from DVD players...
... Audio CD players. x Multi Ch SW Level (Multi-channel sub woofer level) Lets you increase the level of the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT sub woofer channel signal by the recording engineer. • MAX The dynamic range is compressed as intended by +10 dB. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. • STD The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. The sub woofer level from a bi-amplifier connection to change the connection from DVD players...
Operating Instructions
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... repeat the procedure above from step 4. "Enter your 4-digit lock code using the number buttons. 1 Make sure that the AMP button is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using Category Tuning "The channel has been locked." To delete the numbers you want to "0000" as the default. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is lit.
... repeat the procedure above from step 4. "Enter your 4-digit lock code using the number buttons. 1 Make sure that the AMP button is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using Category Tuning "The channel has been locked." To delete the numbers you want to "0000" as the default. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is lit.
Operating Instructions
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... the selected audio (digital) input jack is not outputting any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Use a monaural-stereo cable (not supplied). Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on both channels are connected correctly. • Check that the "2ch Analog Direct" is not being used for that component. • Check that the cord(s) used . • Check to make sure the selected audio (digital) input jack is activated (page 70). • The protective device...
... the selected audio (digital) input jack is not outputting any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Use a monaural-stereo cable (not supplied). Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on both channels are connected correctly. • Check that the "2ch Analog Direct" is not being used for that component. • Check that the cord(s) used . • Check to make sure the selected audio (digital) input jack is activated (page 70). • The protective device...
Operating Instructions
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... U SIGNAL GND terminal (only when a turntable is (are) set up. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround/surround back speakers. • Select a "Cinema Studio EX" mode (page 64). • Adjust the speaker level (page 71). • Make sure the center/surround speaker (s) is connected). • The plugs and jacks are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of...
... U SIGNAL GND terminal (only when a turntable is (are) set up. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround/surround back speakers. • Select a "Cinema Studio EX" mode (page 64). • Adjust the speaker level (page 71). • Make sure the center/surround speaker (s) is connected). • The plugs and jacks are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of...
Operating Instructions
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... component are not received when signals are output from the audio components. • Assign the component video input correctly. • The input signal should be same as shown below. There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Adjust the volume of the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is not assigned to use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack and set up in the Input menu (page 97). Tuner The FM reception is poor. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable...
... component are not received when signals are output from the audio components. • Assign the component video input correctly. • The input signal should be same as shown below. There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Adjust the volume of the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is not assigned to use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack and set up in the Input menu (page 97). Tuner The FM reception is poor. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable...
Operating Instructions
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... cannot operate the receiver with automatic tuning). Preset the stations (page 81). • Press DISPLAY so that you operate a programmed nonSony component, the remote may not function properly depending on the power again. The receiver will automatically turn on the model and the maker of the system by scanning preset stations). You can check the condition of the component. PROTECTOR Irregular current is output to a gas pipe. Remote control The remote does not function...
... cannot operate the receiver with automatic tuning). Preset the stations (page 81). • Press DISPLAY so that you operate a programmed nonSony component, the remote may not function properly depending on the power again. The receiver will automatically turn on the model and the maker of the system by scanning preset stations). You can check the condition of the component. PROTECTOR Irregular current is output to a gas pipe. Remote control The remote does not function...
Quick Setup Guide
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...) HDMI cable (not supplied) This Quick Setup Guide describes how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, speakers, and a sub woofer so that you can select the front speaker system. Refer to "8: Setting the speakers" in the operating instructions supplied with the receiver. 4: Connect all power cords last Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Refer to "4b:Connecting the video components" in the operating instructions supplied with the receiver for details of connecting speaker cords. Turn...
...) HDMI cable (not supplied) This Quick Setup Guide describes how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, speakers, and a sub woofer so that you can select the front speaker system. Refer to "8: Setting the speakers" in the operating instructions supplied with the receiver. 4: Connect all power cords last Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Refer to "4b:Connecting the video components" in the operating instructions supplied with the receiver for details of connecting speaker cords. Turn...
Quick Setup Guide
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... sound is determined by using the auto calibration function. Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of the menu is recommended that the optimizer microphone remains at your ears. The exit screen appears. It is displayed. 3 Press AMP to enable receiver operation. 4 Press SHIFT, then press MENU. Save the measurement results first, then try to change the settings if you connect a sub woofer with a test tone. Sony Super Audio CD player Select a suitable playback area (multi-channel or 2 channel). AUTO...
... sound is determined by using the auto calibration function. Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of the menu is recommended that the optimizer microphone remains at your ears. The exit screen appears. It is displayed. 3 Press AMP to enable receiver operation. 4 Press SHIFT, then press MENU. Save the measurement results first, then try to change the settings if you connect a sub woofer with a test tone. Sony Super Audio CD player Select a suitable playback area (multi-channel or 2 channel). AUTO...