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... component 20 Changing the display 21 Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 22 Enjoying higher fidelity sound 22 Selecting a sound field 23 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 25 Customizing sound fields 26 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)1 28 Direct tuning 28 Automatic tuning 29 Preset tuning 29...
... component 20 Changing the display 21 Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 22 Enjoying higher fidelity sound 22 Selecting a sound field 23 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 25 Customizing sound fields 26 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)1 28 Direct tuning 28 Automatic tuning 29 Preset tuning 29...
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...of other area code STR-K750P - Tip The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote are clearly indicated in operation, according to the area code, are not available. About This Manual The HT-DDW750 consists of other area code SS-MSP75 - Receiver • Models ...of area code CEL, CEK only STR-DE495P • Models of area code AA only". Front/surround speakers • Models of area code CEL, CEK only SS-MSP2 • Models of...
...of other area code STR-K750P - Tip The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote are clearly indicated in operation, according to the area code, are not available. About This Manual The HT-DDW750 consists of other area code SS-MSP75 - Receiver • Models ...of area code CEL, CEK only STR-DE495P • Models of area code AA only". Front/surround speakers • Models of area code CEL, CEK only SS-MSP2 • Models of...
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...speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies. Satellite tuner or DVD player* OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL ANTENNA AM y FM.... We recommend making coaxial connections instead of a movie theater into your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB Digital component hookups Connect the digital output...
...speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies. Satellite tuner or DVD player* OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL ANTENNA AM y FM.... We recommend making coaxial connections instead of a movie theater into your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB Digital component hookups Connect the digital output...
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...RL RL FRONT CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω b To a wall outlet Setting the voltage selector If your audio/ video components to a wall outlet. 11GB VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 220V 240V Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of your receiver has a voltage selector ... to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. If not, use a screwdriver to set to the receiver (page 12). Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the local power supply voltage.
...RL RL FRONT CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω b To a wall outlet Setting the voltage selector If your audio/ video components to a wall outlet. 11GB VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 220V 240V Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of your receiver has a voltage selector ... to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. If not, use a screwdriver to set to the receiver (page 12). Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the local power supply voltage.
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Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups Required cords A Speaker cords (supplied) (+) (-) B Monaural audio cord (supplied) Black Active sub woofer INPUT Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) e Ee E b B To a wall outlet (Switch the power (POWER) to off before connecting the power cord.) A A MONITOR VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER RL RL RL RL FRONT CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω 12GB E A A A e Ee Ee Center speaker Surround speaker Surround speaker (R) (L)
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups Required cords A Speaker cords (supplied) (+) (-) B Monaural audio cord (supplied) Black Active sub woofer INPUT Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) e Ee E b B To a wall outlet (Switch the power (POWER) to off before connecting the power cord.) A A MONITOR VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER RL RL RL RL FRONT CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω 12GB E A A A e Ee Ee Center speaker Surround speaker Surround speaker (R) (L)
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... displayed on outputting a test tone, see page 18. For details on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. When you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the bottom of the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Make sure that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to take the following...
... displayed on outputting a test tone, see page 18. For details on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. When you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the bottom of the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Make sure that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to take the following...
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... position (A). When placing surround speakers to your system. However, the receiver lets you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the surround speakers up while outputting the sound), check the connection (page 19). Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc...settings. For the adjustable parameters, see the table on the power, clear the receiver's memory. The front speakers can place the surround speakers either behind you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the following are reset to their factory settings. • All ...
... position (A). When placing surround speakers to your system. However, the receiver lets you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the surround speakers up while outputting the sound), check the connection (page 19). Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc...settings. For the adjustable parameters, see the table on the power, clear the receiver's memory. The front speakers can place the surround speakers either behind you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the following are reset to their factory settings. • All ...
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... is set all of the parameters that follow. X.X m (XX ft.)* SL SR DIST. SP." (page 17). Caution When you use Sony's Micro Satellite Speakers, select "MICRO SP.". Initial settings Parameter L R DIST. X.X m (XX ft.)* C DIST. If you change the configuration if you want . Specifying ...at high volume position. XXXX Initial setting 3.0 m (10 ft.)* 3.0 m (10 ft.)* 3.0 m (10 ft.)* LOW * The default unit for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.) has been programmed to adjust. 3 Press MENU + or MENU - If you select "NORM. When you want to optimize the sound balance. You ...
... is set all of the parameters that follow. X.X m (XX ft.)* SL SR DIST. SP." (page 17). Caution When you use Sony's Micro Satellite Speakers, select "MICRO SP.". Initial settings Parameter L R DIST. X.X m (XX ft.)* C DIST. If you change the configuration if you want . Specifying ...at high volume position. XXXX Initial setting 3.0 m (10 ft.)* 3.0 m (10 ft.)* 3.0 m (10 ft.)* LOW * The default unit for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.) has been programmed to adjust. 3 Press MENU + or MENU - If you select "NORM. When you want to optimize the sound balance. You ...
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... the output of being "inside" the screen. Tip The receiver allows you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are not available when "Surround speaker size ( SL SR )" is not conducive to set from that , setting the speaker distance closer than the front speakers. B B 60 A A 30 * These parameters are too close, setting the...
... the output of being "inside" the screen. Tip The receiver allows you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are not available when "Surround speaker size ( SL SR )" is not conducive to set from that , setting the speaker distance closer than the front speakers. B B 60 A A 30 * These parameters are too close, setting the...
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... designed under the premise that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Tip The surround speaker placement parameter is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes with virtual elements will not be sure... to set to "LARGE" and you do not connect a center speaker, select "NO". However, if the speakers are pointing towards the listener from the front speakers.*2 continued 17GB x Center speaker size ( C XXXXX) • If you do not connect a sub woofer, select "NO...
... designed under the premise that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Tip The surround speaker placement parameter is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes with virtual elements will not be sure... to set to "LARGE" and you do not connect a center speaker, select "NO". However, if the speakers are pointing towards the listener from the front speakers.*2 continued 17GB x Center speaker size ( C XXXXX) • If you do not connect a sub woofer, select "NO...
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... bass redirection circuitry and output the surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other "LARGE" speakers. Note The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at the same time. While adjusting, the test tone is output from...Surround (left) t Sub woofer 3 Adjust the speaker level and balance using a large speaker, but prefer not to have a certain amount of all speakers to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes *1 NORMAL *2 PHANTOM *3 3 STEREO Tip Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for easier speaker level adjustment. 1 Press ?/1 on the LEVEL ...
... bass redirection circuitry and output the surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other "LARGE" speakers. Note The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at the same time. While adjusting, the test tone is output from...Surround (left) t Sub woofer 3 Adjust the speaker level and balance using a large speaker, but prefer not to have a certain amount of all speakers to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes *1 NORMAL *2 PHANTOM *3 3 STEREO Tip Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for easier speaker level adjustment. 1 Press ?/1 on the LEVEL ...
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Set the volume level to best suit your sound enjoyment. Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Listening to the sub woofer POWER indicator POWER First, turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that the connections were made correctly. 1 Press ?/1 to turn down the volume on the...of the woofer to the program source. LEVEL 1 Rotate LEVEL to correct the problem. Note Do not turn the volume of your components to the receiver, do the following to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. If you connected (e.g., CD player or tape deck). 3 Press the ...
Set the volume level to best suit your sound enjoyment. Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Listening to the sub woofer POWER indicator POWER First, turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that the connections were made correctly. 1 Press ?/1 to turn down the volume on the...of the woofer to the program source. LEVEL 1 Rotate LEVEL to correct the problem. Note Do not turn the volume of your components to the receiver, do the following to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. If you connected (e.g., CD player or tape deck). 3 Press the ...
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... the digital audio signals input to cancel the muting function. Select AUTO IN COAX IN To Give priority to digital signals when there are connected, speaker output is selected. The muting function is input, the tone, sound field and surround effects do not light up in tuner Press VIDEO 1 or VIDEO... 2 VIDEO 2 DVD MD/TAPE CD TUNER FM/AM After turning on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you selected, select the component and play the program...
... the digital audio signals input to cancel the muting function. Select AUTO IN COAX IN To Give priority to digital signals when there are connected, speaker output is selected. The muting function is input, the tone, sound field and surround effects do not light up in tuner Press VIDEO 1 or VIDEO... 2 VIDEO 2 DVD MD/TAPE CD TUNER FM/AM After turning on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you selected, select the component and play the program...
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.... The 2CH indicator lights up . Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. AUTO". • When you select "Micro Satellite Speaker" (page 15), internal sound processor will generate a low frequency signal for your home. If you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and...
.... The 2CH indicator lights up . Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. AUTO". • When you select "Micro Satellite Speaker" (page 15), internal sound processor will generate a low frequency signal for your home. If you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and...
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...three elements. • Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a single pair of movie. Cinema Studio EX is indicated in the display. Tips • The receiver lets you listen to CD with "JAZZ" as the sound field...stereo automatically, and the sound field is a standard mode, great for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of DVD software, etc. This is turned off Press A.F.D. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is selected (Sound Field Link). x HALL Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony...
...three elements. • Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a single pair of movie. Cinema Studio EX is indicated in the display. Tips • The receiver lets you listen to CD with "JAZZ" as the sound field...stereo automatically, and the sound field is a standard mode, great for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of DVD software, etc. This is turned off Press A.F.D. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is selected (Sound Field Link). x HALL Reproduces the acoustics of the Sony...
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DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is selected. PRO LOGIC" lights up if the center and surround speakers are input. AUTO" or "DOLBY PL" is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. 4 ; qa LFE: Lights up when the disc being played back .... Enjoying Surround Sound Understanding the multi channel surround displays 12 3 45 6 SP LCR aDIGITAL a PRO LOGIC II DTS OPT COAX D.RANGE SW L F E q; 9 8 SL S SR MEMORY STEREO MONO RDS SLEEP 7 qs qa 1 SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to "YES" (page 17) and the audio signal is applied (page...
DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is selected. PRO LOGIC" lights up if the center and surround speakers are input. AUTO" or "DOLBY PL" is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. 4 ; qa LFE: Lights up when the disc being played back .... Enjoying Surround Sound Understanding the multi channel surround displays 12 3 45 6 SP LCR aDIGITAL a PRO LOGIC II DTS OPT COAX D.RANGE SW L F E q; 9 8 SL S SR MEMORY STEREO MONO RDS SLEEP 7 qs qa 1 SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to "YES" (page 17) and the audio signal is applied (page...
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... indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. When using sound fields like "C.ST.EX", the receiver adds reverberation based on back page for the parameters available in each sound field. Once you customize a sound field, the changes are...EFCT. parameter, the settings are applied to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings). Initial settings Parameter L R BAL. Example: Recording format (Front/Surround): 3/2 Output channel: Surround speakers absent Sound Field: A.F.D. Adjusting the level parameters The LEVEL...
... indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. When using sound fields like "C.ST.EX", the receiver adds reverberation based on back page for the parameters available in each sound field. Once you customize a sound field, the changes are...EFCT. parameter, the settings are applied to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings). Initial settings Parameter L R BAL. Example: Recording format (Front/Surround): 3/2 Output channel: Surround speakers absent Sound Field: A.F.D. Adjusting the level parameters The LEVEL...
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...woofer. Note Dynamic range compression is stored automatically. Initial settings Parameter BASS XX dB TREB. "SF. Surround left and right speakers. XXX) Lets you adjust the level of the current surround effect. The settings are reset at night. The setting is possible...program source encoded with the dynamic range intended by the recording engineer, select "STD". • To reproduce a dramatic compression of the front speakers for optimum sound. Dynamic range compressor ( D. RANGE COMP. Resetting customized sound fields to the factory settings 1 If the power is on ...
...woofer. Note Dynamic range compression is stored automatically. Initial settings Parameter BASS XX dB TREB. "SF. Surround left and right speakers. XXX) Lets you adjust the level of the current surround effect. The settings are reset at night. The setting is possible...program source encoded with the dynamic range intended by the recording engineer, select "STD". • To reproduce a dramatic compression of the front speakers for optimum sound. Dynamic range compressor ( D. RANGE COMP. Resetting customized sound fields to the factory settings 1 If the power is on ...
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... Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. The operating voltage is observed again... To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug...of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on page 19 to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with wax,...
... Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. The operating voltage is observed again... To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug...of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on page 19 to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with wax,...
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... is on both the receiver and the component. • Check that the playing DVD, etc. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. Connect a pair of the front speakers. Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer..., the front speaker may not be obtained. Make sure the sound field function is poor. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. Receiver Outdoor FM antenna ANTENNA AM y FM 75Ω ...
... is on both the receiver and the component. • Check that the playing DVD, etc. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. Connect a pair of the front speakers. Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer..., the front speaker may not be obtained. Make sure the sound field function is poor. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. Receiver Outdoor FM antenna ANTENNA AM y FM 75Ω ...