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...the TV screen. 3 Press / repeatedly to select the menu you want, and then press to confirm the selection. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Using the home menu You can display the options menu by pressing OPTIONS to select related settings. To return to enjoy sound effects. Press AMP...to sound from AV devices or the built-in this Help Guide. For details, refer to the the topics under "Customizing the speaker settings to perform Easy Setup. Playing back video and sound from connected AV devices Listening to FM radio Listening to the home menu, and then press HOME again...
...the TV screen. 3 Press / repeatedly to select the menu you want, and then press to confirm the selection. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Using the home menu You can display the options menu by pressing OPTIONS to select related settings. To return to enjoy sound effects. Press AMP...to sound from AV devices or the built-in this Help Guide. For details, refer to the the topics under "Customizing the speaker settings to perform Easy Setup. Playing back video and sound from connected AV devices Listening to FM radio Listening to the home menu, and then press HOME again...
Help Guide
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...Enhancer ENHANCER ◎ - - - ○ (*2) - -: No sound is selected. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs The list below shows which speaker outputs sound when a certain sound field is output. ◎: Outputs sound. ○: Outputs sound depending on the... on the speaker pattern setting. No sound is output for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. *4 No sound is output when [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected...
...Enhancer ENHANCER ◎ - - - ○ (*2) - -: No sound is selected. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs The list below shows which speaker outputs sound when a certain sound field is output. ◎: Outputs sound. ○: Outputs sound depending on the... on the speaker pattern setting. No sound is output for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. *4 No sound is output when [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected...
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... a sound field 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 25 Multi-channel content Button Sound field Display panel Front Center Surround speakers speaker speakers Surround back speakers Subwoofer Height speakers 2ch Stereo 2CH ST. ◎ - - -...Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. *2 No sound is output when [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers...
... a sound field 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 25 Multi-channel content Button Sound field Display panel Front Center Surround speakers speaker speakers Surround back speakers Subwoofer Height speakers 2ch Stereo 2CH ST. ◎ - - -...Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. *2 No sound is output when [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers...
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... to the Operating Instructions. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 List of settings that can be configured by the steps for [Easy Setup]. Front speakers size "FRT SIZE" (*2) Center speaker size "CNT SIZE" (*2) Surround speakers size "SUR SIZE" (*2) Height speakers size "HT SIZE" (*2) 55 Refer to the Operating Instructions. For details on the TV screen...
... to the Operating Instructions. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 List of settings that can be configured by the steps for [Easy Setup]. Front speakers size "FRT SIZE" (*2) Center speaker size "CNT SIZE" (*2) Surround speakers size "SUR SIZE" (*2) Height speakers size "HT SIZE" (*2) 55 Refer to the Operating Instructions. For details on the TV screen...
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... Operating Instructions. Note This setting is only available under the following conditions: [Surround Dolby Speakers] or [Front Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. Headphones are not connected. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Setting the height from the floor to the ceiling. You can make Dolby Atmos... the floor to "10.00M" ("32' 9""). * To switch the unit of measurement, see "Selecting the unit of measurement "DIST.UNIT" 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 61
... Operating Instructions. Note This setting is only available under the following conditions: [Surround Dolby Speakers] or [Front Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. Headphones are not connected. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Setting the height from the floor to the ceiling. You can make Dolby Atmos... the floor to "10.00M" ("32' 9""). * To switch the unit of measurement, see "Selecting the unit of measurement "DIST.UNIT" 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 61
Help Guide
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...) is selected as the sound field setting. [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 101 Check that sound is heard from the...do not have turned on the selected sound field, sound may not be available from specific speakers. When you have Dolby Digital Surround EX information. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 No sound or only a very low level of the subwoofer. Press AMP MENU, then ...
...) is selected as the sound field setting. [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. 4-731-211-11(2) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation 101 Check that sound is heard from the...do not have turned on the selected sound field, sound may not be available from specific speakers. When you have Dolby Digital Surround EX information. Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 No sound or only a very low level of the subwoofer. Press AMP MENU, then ...
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...a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Complete Auto Calibration by Sony, set "" - Press 2CH/MULTI repeatedly on the remote control or on connecting TVs or AV ...MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 How can I enjoy Dolby Atmos playback? To enjoy Dolby Atmos playback, perform all of the following operations. To set the speaker pattern using either of...1. For details on speaker connections, refer to "TM" (top middle speakers) or "FD" (front Dolby Atmos enabled speakers). 4 Select the sound field on the receiver. Select [Easy Setup] from the home menu...
...a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Complete Auto Calibration by Sony, set "" - Press 2CH/MULTI repeatedly on the remote control or on connecting TVs or AV ...MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 How can I enjoy Dolby Atmos playback? To enjoy Dolby Atmos playback, perform all of the following operations. To set the speaker pattern using either of...1. For details on speaker connections, refer to "TM" (top middle speakers) or "FD" (front Dolby Atmos enabled speakers). 4 Select the sound field on the receiver. Select [Easy Setup] from the home menu...
Operating Instructions
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...Parts and Controls 8 Connection and Preparation 1: Deciding on the Speaker System .........14 2: Setting/Connecting Speakers 16 3: Connecting a TV 24 4: Connecting Audio-Visual Devices ...... 29 5: Connecting the FM Antenna (aerial) ...31 6: Turning on the Receiver and Performing Easy Setup 31 7: Setting for HDMI 35 Troubleshooting/ Specifications Troubleshooting 47... Device 37 Selecting Sound Effects 39 Menu/Other Functions Operating Menu on the TV Screen ......... 43 Selecting the speaker pattern 44 Switching the front speakers 46 Reverting to the Factory Default Settings 46 5GB
...Parts and Controls 8 Connection and Preparation 1: Deciding on the Speaker System .........14 2: Setting/Connecting Speakers 16 3: Connecting a TV 24 4: Connecting Audio-Visual Devices ...... 29 5: Connecting the FM Antenna (aerial) ...31 6: Turning on the Receiver and Performing Easy Setup 31 7: Setting for HDMI 35 Troubleshooting/ Specifications Troubleshooting 47... Device 37 Selecting Sound Effects 39 Menu/Other Functions Operating Menu on the TV Screen ......... 43 Selecting the speaker pattern 44 Switching the front speakers 46 Reverting to the Factory Default Settings 46 5GB
Operating Instructions
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...; Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker from noise. • Set the speaker output to a setting other than "OFF SPEAKERS" using SPEAKERS button (page 46). 2 Press / to select [Easy Setup], and then press . 32GB Note • The speakers emit very loud sound during the...
...; Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker from noise. • Set the speaker output to a setting other than "OFF SPEAKERS" using SPEAKERS button (page 46). 2 Press / to select [Easy Setup], and then press . 32GB Note • The speakers emit very loud sound during the...
Operating Instructions
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... a subwoofer is not connected securely, measurements may be made properly. • Remove any obstructions between the calibration microphone and the speakers. When speakers are connected to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ HEIGHT(FRONT B/BI-AMP) terminals of the receiver, press / to select [Assign Surround Back Terminals], and then... connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to maximum. • If you are using, the setup distance value may not be different from the actual position. 1 Connect the supplied calibration microphone to CALIBRATION MIC jack.
... a subwoofer is not connected securely, measurements may be made properly. • Remove any obstructions between the calibration microphone and the speakers. When speakers are connected to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ HEIGHT(FRONT B/BI-AMP) terminals of the receiver, press / to select [Assign Surround Back Terminals], and then... connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to maximum. • If you are using, the setup distance value may not be different from the actual position. 1 Connect the supplied calibration microphone to CALIBRATION MIC jack.
Operating Instructions
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... can display the menu on the TV screen to select the menu you want , and then press . Select to re-run the [Easy Setup] to adjust various settings for speaker. Menu/Other Functions 2 Press / to operate the receiver. / //, BACK HOME OPTIONS 1 Press HOME. Menu/Other Functions Operating Menu on the TV ...menu item you want to sound from the connected device. Select to listen to adjust, and then press . Home menu items Menu Watch Listen Easy Setup Sound Effect Speaker Setting Description Select to enjoy sound effect. The menu item list is displayed on the [Sound Effect] and...
... can display the menu on the TV screen to select the menu you want , and then press . Select to re-run the [Easy Setup] to adjust various settings for speaker. Menu/Other Functions 2 Press / to operate the receiver. / //, BACK HOME OPTIONS 1 Press HOME. Menu/Other Functions Operating Menu on the TV ...menu item you want to sound from the connected device. Select to listen to adjust, and then press . Home menu items Menu Watch Listen Easy Setup Sound Effect Speaker Setting Description Select to enjoy sound effect. The menu item list is displayed on the [Sound Effect] and...
Operating Instructions
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... left/right speaker Center speaker Surround left/right speaker Surround back left speaker Surround back right speaker Subwoofer Height speakers* 44GB AMP MENU /, 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press / and to select a speaker type, and then press . Tip Front high speakers, top middle speakers, and Dolby Atmos enabled speakers are referred to your speaker installation without performing the [Easy Setup]. Selecting the speaker pattern You...
... left/right speaker Center speaker Surround left/right speaker Surround back left speaker Surround back right speaker Subwoofer Height speakers* 44GB AMP MENU /, 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Press / and to select a speaker type, and then press . Tip Front high speakers, top middle speakers, and Dolby Atmos enabled speakers are referred to your speaker installation without performing the [Easy Setup]. Selecting the speaker pattern You...
Operating Instructions
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... to the receiver correctly. There is no sound from the headphones. Use a stereo audio cable (not supplied). • Adjust the speaker level. • Check that the speaker settings are appropriate for the setup using "T. In this is the case, check the specifications of the connected device. • Set the image resolution of the...
... to the receiver correctly. There is no sound from the headphones. Use a stereo audio cable (not supplied). • Adjust the speaker level. • Check that the speaker settings are appropriate for the setup using "T. In this is the case, check the specifications of the connected device. • Set the image resolution of the...
Operating Instructions
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...-visual devices 29 FM Antenna 31 Speaker 16 TV 24 60GB D Deep Color (Deep Colour) 24 Default settings Receiver 46 Sound fields 39 Direct 40 Display panel 10 Dolby Atmos enabled speakers 20 Dolby Surround 40 E eARC 7, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 35, 47, 59 Easy Setup 31 Enhanced Audio Return Channel 7 ...Error messages 53 F FM radio 36 Front B speakers 21 Front speaker 46 Front Surround 23, 40 H HDCP 2.2 25 HDMI 24 HDMI signal...
...-visual devices 29 FM Antenna 31 Speaker 16 TV 24 60GB D Deep Color (Deep Colour) 24 Default settings Receiver 46 Sound fields 39 Direct 40 Display panel 10 Dolby Atmos enabled speakers 20 Dolby Surround 40 E eARC 7, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 35, 47, 59 Easy Setup 31 Enhanced Audio Return Channel 7 ...Error messages 53 F FM radio 36 Front B speakers 21 Front speaker 46 Front Surround 23, 40 H HDCP 2.2 25 HDMI 24 HDMI signal...