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4-168-043-12(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH510 ©2010 Sony Corporation
4-168-043-12(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH510 ©2010 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... Power Off 50 Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 51 Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel 51 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 52 Enjoying the sound from other inputs......... 53 Enjoying sound/images from the components...
... Power Off 50 Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 51 Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel 51 Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE 52 Enjoying the sound from other inputs......... 53 Enjoying sound/images from the components...
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...This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. INPUT MODE is actually being played back. continued 9GB TV input detected Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals (page 51). Indicators on the speaker settings). E Dolby Pro Logic indicators Lights up when the disc being played ...back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is set to AUTO and the receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 23, 52). - Note...
...This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. INPUT MODE is actually being played back. continued 9GB TV input detected Audio Return Channel (ARC) signals (page 51). Indicators on the speaker settings). E Dolby Pro Logic indicators Lights up when the disc being played ...back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is set to AUTO and the receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 23, 52). - Note...
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... and screen format. c)Press and hold TV (R) and then press the yellow printing button to restore the sound. To control a Sony TV Press and hold SHIFT (Q) then press this button. I DISPLAY (RM-AAU071 only) Displays the information of TV. / (Info/Text reveal) (RM-... all speakers at the same time. In text mode: Reveals hidden information (e.g. PROG +a)/-, ca)/C (RM-AAU074 only) In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. T TV VOL +/- (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Adjust the volume. PRESET +/- Selects a sound field (page 42). b)If you want. D Numeric buttons ...
... and screen format. c)Press and hold TV (R) and then press the yellow printing button to restore the sound. To control a Sony TV Press and hold SHIFT (Q) then press this button. I DISPLAY (RM-AAU071 only) Displays the information of TV. / (Info/Text reveal) (RM-... all speakers at the same time. In text mode: Reveals hidden information (e.g. PROG +a)/-, ca)/C (RM-AAU074 only) In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. T TV VOL +/- (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Adjust the volume. PRESET +/- Selects a sound field (page 42). b)If you want. D Numeric buttons ...
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...tactile dots as references when operating the receiver. Name and function V GUIDE (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays the guide when you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the THEATER/ THEATRE button function (page 51). W AUDIOa) (RM-AAU071 only) a) (RM-AAU074 only) Selects the desired... THEATER (RM-AAU071 only) THEATRE (RM-AAU074 only) Sets the optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies when you are watching analog or digital channel. continued 15GB wk INPUT (RM-AAU071 only) Selects the input signal (TV or video). / (Input select/Text hold) (RM-AAU074 only)...
...tactile dots as references when operating the receiver. Name and function V GUIDE (RM-AAU071 only) (RM-AAU074 only) Displays the guide when you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the THEATER/ THEATRE button function (page 51). W AUDIOa) (RM-AAU071 only) a) (RM-AAU074 only) Selects the desired... THEATER (RM-AAU071 only) THEATRE (RM-AAU074 only) Sets the optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies when you are watching analog or digital channel. continued 15GB wk INPUT (RM-AAU071 only) Selects the input signal (TV or video). / (Input select/Text hold) (RM-AAU074 only)...
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... menu Program schedule Select audio Display Menu, guidee) Enter Select Options menud) Menu - - - - - Menu - - d)RM-AAU071 only. Select subtitle - - e)RM-AAU074 only. To control other Sony components Name A AV ?/1b) D Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) E ENTERc) H ANGLEd) e) I DISPLAY J Color buttons L V/v/B/b M TOOLS/OPTIONS N MENU/HOME O m/Mf) Na)f) ./>f) Xf) xf) U RETURN/EXIT O V ...e) W AUDIOa)d) e) X SUBTITLEd) e) Y TOP MENU POP UP/MENU Z CLEARc) Blu-ray disc, DVD player Power Track Enter Select angle Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Power Channel VCR Power Channel Enterd) -
... menu Program schedule Select audio Display Menu, guidee) Enter Select Options menud) Menu - - - - - Menu - - d)RM-AAU071 only. Select subtitle - - e)RM-AAU074 only. To control other Sony components Name A AV ?/1b) D Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) E ENTERc) H ANGLEd) e) I DISPLAY J Color buttons L V/v/B/b M TOOLS/OPTIONS N MENU/HOME O m/Mf) Na)f) ./>f) Xf) xf) U RETURN/EXIT O V ...e) W AUDIOa)d) e) X SUBTITLEd) e) Y TOP MENU POP UP/MENU Z CLEARc) Blu-ray disc, DVD player Power Track Enter Select angle Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Power Channel VCR Power Channel Enterd) -
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... to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. • When you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSubwoofer continued 17GB...
... to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. • When you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and...operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSubwoofer continued 17GB...
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... (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. In this case, set "ARC" to turn off the TV's volume or activate the TV's muting function. Be sure to "ARC ON" in... 20GB 3: Connecting the TV Before connecting cords, be sure to the receiver via HDMI TV OUT connection. Recommended connection Alternative connection a)To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
... (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. In this case, set "ARC" to turn off the TV's volume or activate the TV's muting function. Be sure to "ARC ON" in... 20GB 3: Connecting the TV Before connecting cords, be sure to the receiver via HDMI TV OUT connection. Recommended connection Alternative connection a)To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
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This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. • This receiver can receive multi channel Linear PCM with a sampling frequency of a playback component are compatible with HDMI jacks HDMI is the abbreviated name for HDMI function. Component Page Blu-ray ...
This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. • This receiver can receive multi channel Linear PCM with a sampling frequency of a playback component are compatible with HDMI jacks HDMI is the abbreviated name for HDMI function. Component Page Blu-ray ...
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... receiver. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to the operating instructions of each connected component for details. 25GB However, the sound will not be transmitted when the...Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Colour (Deep Color) images may be displayed properly. • Sony recommends that are defined by the connected component. If you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. Connect other ...
... receiver. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to the operating instructions of each connected component for details. 25GB However, the sound will not be transmitted when the...Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Colour (Deep Color) images may be displayed properly. • Sony recommends that are defined by the connected component. If you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. Connect other ...
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.... RM-AAU074: DVD recorder Be sure to control your DVD player or DVD recorder. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 36). • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player or DVD recorder, set "A. ASSIGN" in the AUDIO menu (page 63). • You can be displayed on the DVD...
.... RM-AAU074: DVD recorder Be sure to control your DVD player or DVD recorder. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 36). • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player or DVD recorder, set "A. ASSIGN" in the AUDIO menu (page 63). • You can be displayed on the DVD...
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... from a different speaker than the speaker indicator showed in sequence as follow: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t subwoofer *xxx represent a speaker channel. TONE", then press . 34GB 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select "T. You can also press any input buttons. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. •...
... from a different speaker than the speaker indicator showed in sequence as follow: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t subwoofer *xxx represent a speaker channel. TONE", then press . 34GB 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select "T. You can also press any input buttons. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. •...
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...playback component connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the receiver. 2 channel sound mode You can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 36). Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver...). Notes • RDS is no sound from the subwoofer. Press SOUND FIELD +/- There is operable only for details. x 2CH ST. (2 Channel Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. .X x> SOUND FIELD +/- When you tune in your local radio stations...
...playback component connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the receiver. 2 channel sound mode You can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 36). Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver...). Notes • RDS is no sound from the subwoofer. Press SOUND FIELD +/- There is operable only for details. x 2CH ST. (2 Channel Stereo) The receiver outputs the sound from the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. .X x> SOUND FIELD +/- When you tune in your local radio stations...
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...Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you select BD, DVD, and DMPORT as multi channel. x MULTI ST. (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from a single pair of movie. This setting is a standard mode, great for watching almost any ... (Pro Logic II Movie) Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. x A.F.D. x HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. AUTO (A.F.D. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is ideal...
...Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you select BD, DVD, and DMPORT as multi channel. x MULTI ST. (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from a single pair of movie. This setting is a standard mode, great for watching almost any ... (Pro Logic II Movie) Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. x A.F.D. x HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. AUTO (A.F.D. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is ideal...
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.... • Sound fields with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you connect a subwoofer This receiver will not be able to 2 channels except LFE signals. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. repeatedly on the receiver to select "2CH ST." If you will generate a low frequency signal for... MP3 and other compressed music. Analog Direct is ideal for output to a 2 channel signal. However, the sound will be output from a subwoofer to the subwoofer when there is no sound is ideal for normal stereo sources...
.... • Sound fields with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you connect a subwoofer This receiver will not be able to 2 channels except LFE signals. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. repeatedly on the receiver to select "2CH ST." If you will generate a low frequency signal for... MP3 and other compressed music. Analog Direct is ideal for output to a 2 channel signal. However, the sound will be output from a subwoofer to the subwoofer when there is no sound is ideal for normal stereo sources...
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... × a a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to 5.1 channel. When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD players Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input... jacks for the connected component. Audio format Dolby Digital DTS Multi channel Linear PCMa) Connection of the playback component and Maximum number the receiver of the playback component. This receiver supports the ...
... × a a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to 5.1 channel. When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD players Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input... jacks for the connected component. Audio format Dolby Digital DTS Multi channel Linear PCMa) Connection of the playback component and Maximum number the receiver of the playback component. This receiver supports the ...
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By connecting Sony components that are turned on the Control for HDMI (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface). When the setup is "BRAVIA" Sync? For details on the connected component, the ...; System Audio Control (page 49) • System Power Off (page 50) • Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 51) • Audio Return Channel (page 51) Control for HDMI is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., that you can be turned on simultaneously by HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics...
By connecting Sony components that are turned on the Control for HDMI (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface). When the setup is "BRAVIA" Sync? For details on the connected component, the ...; System Audio Control (page 49) • System Power Off (page 50) • Theater/Theatre Mode Sync (page 51) • Audio Return Channel (page 51) Control for HDMI is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., that you can be turned on simultaneously by HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics...
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... "ARC ON", then press . The sound field switches to the HDMI TV OUT jack. Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel) The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via a HDMI cable connected to "C.ST.EX B". INPUT MODE is compatible... 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "HDMI", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "ARC", then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to "AUTO". Enjoying movies with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. - To return to the previous sound field, press the THEATER or THEATRE button again.
... "ARC ON", then press . The sound field switches to the HDMI TV OUT jack. Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Audio Return Channel) The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via a HDMI cable connected to "C.ST.EX B". INPUT MODE is compatible... 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "HDMI", then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "ARC", then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to "AUTO". Enjoying movies with Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. - To return to the previous sound field, press the THEATER or THEATRE button again.
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... ON, CTRL OFF ON, AUTO, OFF AMP, TV+AMP SW AUTO, SW +10 dB, SW 0 dB L.P.F. b)xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SW). f) "FEET" for HDMIe) [SW L.P.F.] Audio Return Channel [ARC] Brightness of area code ECE, CEK, AU1 only. c)Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not...
... ON, CTRL OFF ON, AUTO, OFF AMP, TV+AMP SW AUTO, SW +10 dB, SW 0 dB L.P.F. b)xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SW). f) "FEET" for HDMIe) [SW L.P.F.] Audio Return Channel [ARC] Brightness of area code ECE, CEK, AU1 only. c)Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters may not...
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... x FL LVL x FR LVL x CNT LVL x SL LVL x SR LVL x SW LVL Note Depends on the dynamic range information included in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. STD The dynamic range is output from -20.0 dB to watch movies at low volumes late at low volumes. x T.
... x FL LVL x FR LVL x CNT LVL x SL LVL x SR LVL x SW LVL Note Depends on the dynamic range information included in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. STD The dynamic range is output from -20.0 dB to watch movies at low volumes late at low volumes. x T.