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Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. 4-238-377-12(2) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions GB Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. HT-DDW840/DDW740 Serial No. Record the serial number in the space provided below. HT-DDW840 HT-DDW740 © 2002 Sony Corporation
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. 4-238-377-12(2) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions GB Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. HT-DDW840/DDW740 Serial No. Record the serial number in the space provided below. HT-DDW840 HT-DDW740 © 2002 Sony Corporation
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...may cause harmful interference to the point of the building, as close to radio communications. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of cable entry as a bookcase or built-in...house waste, dispose of the following measures: - For customers in a confined space, such as practical. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - For customers in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric ...
...may cause harmful interference to the point of the building, as close to radio communications. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of cable entry as a bookcase or built-in...house waste, dispose of the following measures: - For customers in a confined space, such as practical. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - For customers in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric ...
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... audio signal 24 Selecting a sound field 24 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 26 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic )1 26 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 27 Customizing sound fields 28 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)2 31 Direct tuning 31 Automatic tuning 32 Preset tuning 32 Using...
... audio signal 24 Selecting a sound field 24 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 26 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic )1 26 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 27 Customizing sound fields 28 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)2 31 Direct tuning 31 Automatic tuning 32 Preset tuning 32 Using...
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...will not appear. The HT-DDW840 consists of : - Speaker system • Front/surround speakers • Center speaker • Sub woofer STR-K840P SS-MSP2 SS-CNP2 SA-WMSP4 The HT-DDW740 consists of : - When the demonstration starts, the following message appears in the display: ... example, "Models of the front panel. Then, press ?/1 while the above message is being displayed. In this manual describe the controls on the receiver. Receiver - IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω ENTER FRONT R L R L 4-XXX-XXX-XX AA Area code Any differences in operation, according to turn...
...will not appear. The HT-DDW840 consists of : - Speaker system • Front/surround speakers • Center speaker • Sub woofer STR-K840P SS-MSP2 SS-CNP2 SA-WMSP4 The HT-DDW740 consists of : - When the demonstration starts, the following message appears in the display: ... example, "Models of the front panel. Then, press ?/1 while the above message is being displayed. In this manual describe the controls on the receiver. Receiver - IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω ENTER FRONT R L R L 4-XXX-XXX-XX AA Area code Any differences in operation, according to turn...
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Notes on the area code. Hooking Up the Components Antenna hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna* (supplied) DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND... The shape of the connector varies depending on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible. 7GB
Notes on the area code. Hooking Up the Components Antenna hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna* (supplied) DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND... The shape of the connector varies depending on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible. 7GB
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... Ç Ç Video component hookups DVD or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD... AUDIO IN OUT L R VCR Note on video component hookups You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver. C INPUT VIDEO IN TV monitor 9GB In this case, do not connect the TV's video output jack to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack on the...
... Ç Ç Video component hookups DVD or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD... AUDIO IN OUT L R VCR Note on video component hookups You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver. C INPUT VIDEO IN TV monitor 9GB In this case, do not connect the TV's video output jack to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack on the...
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..., and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). TV tuner, satellite tuner or OUTPUT DVD player* VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R... D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH...of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to this unit's digital input jacks.
..., and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). TV tuner, satellite tuner or OUTPUT DVD player* VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R... D B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH...of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to this unit's digital input jacks.
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Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player... decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel hookups. DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH .... 11GB Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups HT-DDW840 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks.
Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player... decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel hookups. DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH .... 11GB Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups HT-DDW840 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks.
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...120V 240V 220V AC power cord b To a wall outlet Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set the selector to the correct position before connecting... the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver (page 13). Other hookups SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER FRONT R L R L R L Setting the ...
...120V 240V 220V AC power cord b To a wall outlet Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set the selector to the correct position before connecting... the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver (page 13). Other hookups SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER FRONT R L R L R L Setting the ...
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...system hookup (continued) Tip To prevent speaker vibration or movement while listening, attach the supplied foot pads at the level you turn off the receiver. When you use speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to the front and center speaker terminals. • Twist the...of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass. • If you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the bottom of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is currently displayed on the components: + to -. to + and - ...
...system hookup (continued) Tip To prevent speaker vibration or movement while listening, attach the supplied foot pads at the level you turn off the receiver. When you use speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to the front and center speaker terminals. • Twist the...of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass. • If you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the bottom of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is currently displayed on the components: + to -. to + and - ...
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... to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) to the listening position. This procedure is not necessary if the demonstration activates when you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the following items are reset or cleared: • All preset stations are reset or cleared. • All sound field parameters are reset... either behind you or to VOL MIN. You can be the same distance from the listening position (A). Performing initial setup operations Before using your receiver for the first time, or when you turn on page 57. Tip To check the audio output during settings (to set to the side,...
... to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) to the listening position. This procedure is not necessary if the demonstration activates when you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the following items are reset or cleared: • All preset stations are reset or cleared. • All sound field parameters are reset... either behind you or to VOL MIN. You can be the same distance from the listening position (A). Performing initial setup operations Before using your receiver for the first time, or when you turn on page 57. Tip To check the audio output during settings (to set to the side,...
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... Speaker System x Front speaker distance ( L R DIST. Center speaker distance should be set to section B. • Select "BEHD." x Surround speaker distance ( SL SR DIST. Tip The receiver allows you specify the location of the speakers will create a fairly realistic sensation of your surround speakers corresponds to "NO". This is because incorrect speaker...
... Speaker System x Front speaker distance ( L R DIST. Center speaker distance should be set to section B. • Select "BEHD." x Surround speaker distance ( SL SR DIST. Tip The receiver allows you specify the location of the speakers will create a fairly realistic sensation of your surround speakers corresponds to "NO". This is because incorrect speaker...
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...the sound Slight adjustments to the system can enhance your preference according to minimum before you begin playing the programme source. 1 Turn on the receiver and select the programme source. 2 Press POWER on the subwoofer. Note Do not turn down the volume on the subwoofer lights up in green...remote. While adjusting, the test tone is output from your listening position using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you are shown in the display during adjustment. • Although these adjustments can adjust ...
...the sound Slight adjustments to the system can enhance your preference according to minimum before you begin playing the programme source. 1 Turn on the receiver and select the programme source. 2 Press POWER on the subwoofer. Note Do not turn down the volume on the subwoofer lights up in green...remote. While adjusting, the test tone is output from your listening position using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you are shown in the display during adjustment. • Although these adjustments can adjust ...
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Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Checking the connections After connecting all of your components to the receiver, do the following to verify that the connections were made correctly. 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that you do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, see "Troubleshooting" on page 50 and take the appropriate measures to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. If you connected (e.g., CD player or tape deck). 3 Press the function button to correct the problem. 21GB
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Checking the connections After connecting all of your components to the receiver, do the following to verify that the connections were made correctly. 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that you do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, see "Troubleshooting" on page 50 and take the appropriate measures to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. If you connected (e.g., CD player or tape deck). 3 Press the function button to correct the problem. 21GB
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...also customize the sound fields to obtain the sound you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. "AUTO DEC." This mode automatically detects the type of movie theaters ...and powerful sound of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. See "Multi channel surround setup" starting from ...programmed sound fields according to the program you speakers. In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of you...
...also customize the sound fields to obtain the sound you want by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. "AUTO DEC." This mode automatically detects the type of movie theaters ...and powerful sound of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. See "Multi channel surround setup" starting from ...programmed sound fields according to the program you speakers. In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of you...
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...sound field (continued) To turn the surround effect off . Tips • The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to CD, "JAZZ" will automatically redirect bass sound to two channel (stereo) sources under this setting, we recommend that you want to listen to subwoofer. ...Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) (HT-DDW840 only) The receiver can identify the encoding format of your subwoofer to 2 channel. This mode outputs the sound ...
...sound field (continued) To turn the surround effect off . Tips • The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to CD, "JAZZ" will automatically redirect bass sound to two channel (stereo) sources under this setting, we recommend that you want to listen to subwoofer. ...Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) (HT-DDW840 only) The receiver can identify the encoding format of your subwoofer to 2 channel. This mode outputs the sound ...
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...input. When using the receiver to "NO", and "AUTO DEC." is decoding signals recorded in order to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound ...the COAXIAL terminal. 8 OPT: Lights up when using sound fields like "C.ST.EX", the receiver adds reverberation based on the speakers settings). OFF OPT COAX D.RANGE LCR L F E ... appears for tuner operations. DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is selected. However, this indicator does not light if ...function for MPEG format signals. 3 DTS: Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in the Dolby ...
...input. When using the receiver to "NO", and "AUTO DEC." is decoding signals recorded in order to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound ...the COAXIAL terminal. 8 OPT: Lights up when using sound fields like "C.ST.EX", the receiver adds reverberation based on the speakers settings). OFF OPT COAX D.RANGE LCR L F E ... appears for tuner operations. DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is selected. However, this indicator does not light if ...function for MPEG format signals. 3 DTS: Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in the Dolby ...
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... b0 b2 b5b 0 Example 2: AM 1350 kHz (You don't have connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 7). "AUTO-BETICAL SELECT" appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in your area. * For models of area code CEL, CEK only...Make sure you want to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to store FM or AM stations one by using the numeric buttons on . Receiving Broadcasts Receiving Broadcasts Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. ...
... b0 b2 b5b 0 Example 2: AM 1350 kHz (You don't have connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 7). "AUTO-BETICAL SELECT" appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in your area. * For models of area code CEL, CEK only...Make sure you want to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to store FM or AM stations one by using the numeric buttons on . Receiving Broadcasts Receiving Broadcasts Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. ...
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.... 4 To continue scanning, press TUNING + or TUNING - To return to the receiver. Automatic tuning If you don't know the frequency of the band Scanning is tuned in the display and the FM stereo reception is received. When the receiver reaches either end of the station you want, you can let the... receiver scan all the stations that you want . Preset tuning After you have preset. to ...
.... 4 To continue scanning, press TUNING + or TUNING - To return to the receiver. Automatic tuning If you don't know the frequency of the band Scanning is tuned in the display and the FM stereo reception is received. When the receiver reaches either end of the station you want, you can let the... receiver scan all the stations that you want . Preset tuning After you have preset. to ...
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...a preset number to another station. * For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT -. Each time you want. Receiving Broadcasts Presetting radio stations 1 Press TUNER. Tuning to preset stations You can store the station, start again from step 3. 7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to... select a memory page (A, B or C). The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you can tune the preset stations by either of the station you press SHIFT, the letter...
...a preset number to another station. * For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT -. Each time you want. Receiving Broadcasts Presetting radio stations 1 Press TUNER. Tuning to preset stations You can store the station, start again from step 3. 7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to... select a memory page (A, B or C). The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you can tune the preset stations by either of the station you press SHIFT, the letter...