Operating Instructions
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... installation. Copyrights This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DTS, the Symbol, DTS in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used for connection to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Servicing...
... installation. Copyrights This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DTS, the Symbol, DTS in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used for connection to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Servicing...
Operating Instructions
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... each function. One HDMI output jack supports the multi-zone feature, which signals the receiver supports, refer to the Help Guide. Two of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content with discrete 7-channel high-power amplifiers and build & sound quality high-quality hardware. Sound Optimizer The Sound Optimizer function optimizes audio output in the main room. Refer to the Help Guide for STR-ZA3100ES only) Description The receiver allows you to speaker connections or input sources. (2ch Stereo, Direct, A.F.D., etc.) continued 5US The receiver can select from...
... each function. One HDMI output jack supports the multi-zone feature, which signals the receiver supports, refer to the Help Guide. Two of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X content with discrete 7-channel high-power amplifiers and build & sound quality high-quality hardware. Sound Optimizer The Sound Optimizer function optimizes audio output in the main room. Refer to the Help Guide for STR-ZA3100ES only) Description The receiver allows you to speaker connections or input sources. (2ch Stereo, Direct, A.F.D., etc.) continued 5US The receiver can select from...
Operating Instructions
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... your video game console is input. Front panel 10US Parts PING Input buttons TONE MODE, TONE+/- SPEAKERS CALIBRATION MIC jack HDMI OUT SETTING ( (USB) port) ZONE CONTROL (ZONE2, ZONE3) Tuner control buttons CUSTOM PRESET (1, 2, 3, 4) Menu operation buttons IN-CEILING SP SOUND FIELD (2CH/ DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE, MULTI ST.) HDMI IN 6 (GAME) jack (for STR-ZA3100ES/ STR-ZA2100ES only) Functions Displays the IP address and MAC address on the display panel of the receiver...
... your video game console is input. Front panel 10US Parts PING Input buttons TONE MODE, TONE+/- SPEAKERS CALIBRATION MIC jack HDMI OUT SETTING ( (USB) port) ZONE CONTROL (ZONE2, ZONE3) Tuner control buttons CUSTOM PRESET (1, 2, 3, 4) Menu operation buttons IN-CEILING SP SOUND FIELD (2CH/ DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE, MULTI ST.) HDMI IN 6 (GAME) jack (for STR-ZA3100ES/ STR-ZA2100ES only) Functions Displays the IP address and MAC address on the display panel of the receiver...
Operating Instructions
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... and dynamic sound at low volume levels. AMP MENU: Displays the menu on the TV screen for item selection. OPTIONS: Displays the option menus on the display panel of the receiver to standby mode. Turns the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 on the TV screen and the display panel of the input buttons, the receiver turns on or sets it to play. Select the device you press any of the receiver. Saves and recalls various settings for tuner operations. Used for two monitors connected to select the input source. DISPLAY: Displays information...
... and dynamic sound at low volume levels. AMP MENU: Displays the menu on the TV screen for item selection. OPTIONS: Displays the option menus on the display panel of the receiver to standby mode. Turns the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 on the TV screen and the display panel of the input buttons, the receiver turns on or sets it to play. Select the device you press any of the receiver. Saves and recalls various settings for tuner operations. Used for two monitors connected to select the input source. DISPLAY: Displays information...
Operating Instructions
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... to display video from the connected device. Custom Preset: Select to adjust the various settings for the receiver. Setup: Select to save various settings for Zone 2 or Zone 3. Hints When [OPTIONS] appears in the lower right portion of the receiver on the TV screen. 2 Press HOME. Sound Effects: Select to display the home menu, and then press HOME again. 16US Zone Controls: Select to sound from the connected device. Home menu items Watch: Select to enter the menu. Using the menu on...
... to display video from the connected device. Custom Preset: Select to adjust the various settings for the receiver. Setup: Select to save various settings for Zone 2 or Zone 3. Hints When [OPTIONS] appears in the lower right portion of the receiver on the TV screen. 2 Press HOME. Sound Effects: Select to display the home menu, and then press HOME again. 16US Zone Controls: Select to sound from the connected device. Home menu items Watch: Select to enter the menu. Using the menu on...
Operating Instructions
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... to connect an HDMI cable to an HDMI jack that SPEAKERS is no sound, no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor, regardless of type of the receiver may be displayed. HDMI output The output of the HDMI video signals of picture. Select the appropriate input on the receiver (pages 10, 11). Set your TV or video device. Specific type of a TV or video equipment supporting 4K. Audio...
... to connect an HDMI cable to an HDMI jack that SPEAKERS is no sound, no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor, regardless of type of the receiver may be displayed. HDMI output The output of the HDMI video signals of picture. Select the appropriate input on the receiver (pages 10, 11). Set your TV or video device. Specific type of a TV or video equipment supporting 4K. Audio...
Operating Instructions
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... the Help Guide and change the setting to a short-circuit problem, turn it to solve the problem. Warning 41, Warning 42 The input from the calibration microphone is not connected. Warning 44 Measurement has been completed. See the following to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) L terminal. Either the Height1 left or Height1 right speaker is not connected (for STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES). ...
... the Help Guide and change the setting to a short-circuit problem, turn it to solve the problem. Warning 41, Warning 42 The input from the calibration microphone is not connected. Warning 44 Measurement has been completed. See the following to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) L terminal. Either the Height1 left or Height1 right speaker is not connected (for STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES). ...
Operating Instructions
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... DTS:X Master Audio [DTS:X MA]1) DSD [DSD]1) Multi Channel Linear PCM [LINEAR PCM]1) 7.1 7.1 5.1.4 or 7.1.23), 5.1.2 or 7.14) 5.1.4 or 7.1.23), 5.1.2 or 7.14) 5.1 7.1 Connection with the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL, HDMI COAXIAL/OPTICAL, HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI 1) Audio signals are subject to the actual format. Digital audio format DTS-ES Matrix [DTS-ES Mtrx] Maximum number of the playback device. 2) Dolby Atmos is decoded as Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD if the speaker pattern is set to 2.0, 2.1, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1, 5.0 or 5.1. 3) For STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES 4) For STR...
... DTS:X Master Audio [DTS:X MA]1) DSD [DSD]1) Multi Channel Linear PCM [LINEAR PCM]1) 7.1 7.1 5.1.4 or 7.1.23), 5.1.2 or 7.14) 5.1.4 or 7.1.23), 5.1.2 or 7.14) 5.1 7.1 Connection with the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL, HDMI COAXIAL/OPTICAL, HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI 1) Audio signals are subject to the actual format. Digital audio format DTS-ES Matrix [DTS-ES Mtrx] Maximum number of the playback device. 2) Dolby Atmos is decoded as Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD if the speaker pattern is set to 2.0, 2.1, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1, 5.0 or 5.1. 3) For STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES 4) For STR...
Installation Guide
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... select the settings. 6) The menu item can be adjusted against each speaker. 7) This parameter cannot be selected when [Zone2] is selected for HDMI Out B Save/Load5) Settings Lock Easy Setup Auto Calibration5) Internet Setup5) 1) You can select the following inputs in [Input Setup]. 3) STR-ZA3100ES only 4) STR-ZA2100ES/STR-ZA1100ES only 5) Detailed information of these menu items in the Input Setup screen. Setup System Setup Language Auto Display Auto Standby Volume Display Dimmer Sleep Software Version Network Update USB Update5) Tuner Setup Install Setup...
... select the settings. 6) The menu item can be adjusted against each speaker. 7) This parameter cannot be selected when [Zone2] is selected for HDMI Out B Save/Load5) Settings Lock Easy Setup Auto Calibration5) Internet Setup5) 1) You can select the following inputs in [Input Setup]. 3) STR-ZA3100ES only 4) STR-ZA2100ES/STR-ZA1100ES only 5) Detailed information of these menu items in the Input Setup screen. Setup System Setup Language Auto Display Auto Standby Volume Display Dimmer Sleep Software Version Network Update USB Update5) Tuner Setup Install Setup...
Installation Guide
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... a multi-zone connection 12 Speaker patterns and terminals to be connected 13 Settings Setting up the receiver...17 Activating the network standby mode 17 Turning on the control mode to make an external controller connection......17 Outputting a test tone from each speaker (Test Tone 17 Displaying a test screen (Test Picture 17 Adjusting the sound balance automatically (Auto Calibration 17 List of messages after Auto Calibration measurements 18 Saving/loading settings of the receiver 18 Linking with a Hi-Fi music system 19 Mixing separate audio/video inputs...
... a multi-zone connection 12 Speaker patterns and terminals to be connected 13 Settings Setting up the receiver...17 Activating the network standby mode 17 Turning on the control mode to make an external controller connection......17 Outputting a test tone from each speaker (Test Tone 17 Displaying a test screen (Test Picture 17 Adjusting the sound balance automatically (Auto Calibration 17 List of messages after Auto Calibration measurements 18 Saving/loading settings of the receiver 18 Linking with a Hi-Fi music system 19 Mixing separate audio/video inputs...
Installation Guide
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...: Connect the cable to one of the HDCP 2.2-compatible HDMI input jacks. If you are using a different 4K media player: Connect the cable to the HDMI IN 1 jack of your TV. Note • Sony recommends that supports HDCP 2.2* using HDMI cables, as illustrated below. Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet that is not compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, also connect an optical digital cable. In this section, the STR-ZA3100ES is used to protect...
...: Connect the cable to one of the HDCP 2.2-compatible HDMI input jacks. If you are using a different 4K media player: Connect the cable to the HDMI IN 1 jack of your TV. Note • Sony recommends that supports HDCP 2.2* using HDMI cables, as illustrated below. Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet that is not compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, also connect an optical digital cable. In this section, the STR-ZA3100ES is used to protect...
Installation Guide
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... home menu. 2 Select [On]. Adjusting the sound balance automatically (Auto Calibration) This receiver is displayed. If you want . • HDMI audio signals are not output while the test screen is equipped with a test tone. Note • When the receiver is in standby mode, the (power) indicator on the front panel lights up the receiver Activating the network standby mode You can only use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value is output from the home menu. 2 Select [On]. For STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES Off Auto: The test tone...
... home menu. 2 Select [On]. Adjusting the sound balance automatically (Auto Calibration) This receiver is displayed. If you want . • HDMI audio signals are not output while the test screen is equipped with a test tone. Note • When the receiver is in standby mode, the (power) indicator on the front panel lights up the receiver Activating the network standby mode You can only use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value is output from the home menu. 2 Select [On]. For STR-ZA3100ES/STR-ZA2100ES Off Auto: The test tone...
Installation Guide
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... to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) R terminal. Prior settings relating to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) L terminal. -- Press the input buttons on the remote control or on or off. -- Press SPEAKERS on the front panel of D.C.A.C. Press HDMI OUTPUT. -- Press AMP MENU. -- List of the receiver. Select the front speakers using SPEAKERS, and then perform Auto Calibration again. • Code 32, Code 33: -- Speakers were not detected or not connected properly...
... to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) R terminal. Prior settings relating to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT (FRONT B/BI-AMP/ZONE 2) L terminal. -- Press the input buttons on the remote control or on or off. -- Press SPEAKERS on the front panel of D.C.A.C. Press HDMI OUTPUT. -- Press AMP MENU. -- List of the receiver. Select the front speakers using SPEAKERS, and then perform Auto Calibration again. • Code 32, Code 33: -- Speakers were not detected or not connected properly...
Installation Guide
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... continuously output the input video image used most recently when an audio-only input source is retained. HDMI: [None] Component: [None] Composite: [---] Audio: The input connected to enable the function. Settings Linking with a Hi-Fi music system This receiver can switch its power and input automatically by analog, optical, or coaxial cable. Configure settings to enable the receiver to activate the feature for each input in Input Setup menu. • You can also select [In-Ceiling Speaker Mode] in [Sound Effects] from the home menu...
... continuously output the input video image used most recently when an audio-only input source is retained. HDMI: [None] Component: [None] Composite: [---] Audio: The input connected to enable the function. Settings Linking with a Hi-Fi music system This receiver can switch its power and input automatically by analog, optical, or coaxial cable. Configure settings to enable the receiver to activate the feature for each input in Input Setup menu. • You can also select [In-Ceiling Speaker Mode] in [Sound Effects] from the home menu...
Installation Guide
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... bandwidth video format, refer to the Help Guide. • When [Enhanced format] is selected, we recommend to use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with a USB flash drive Make sure to perform the following functions simply by pressing the PING button on the front panel of the receiver. 4 Select [Setup] - [System Setup] - [USB Update] from the home menu. [UPDATING...XXX%] will be displayed on the front display. Connect the receiver to the top level directory...
... bandwidth video format, refer to the Help Guide. • When [Enhanced format] is selected, we recommend to use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with a USB flash drive Make sure to perform the following functions simply by pressing the PING button on the front panel of the receiver. 4 Select [Setup] - [System Setup] - [USB Update] from the home menu. [UPDATING...XXX%] will be displayed on the front display. Connect the receiver to the top level directory...
Installation Guide
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... compatible with Dolby Digital Plus output The receiver can receive Dolby Atmos signals sent from the TV can be received. 4 Select [Setup] - [Input Setup] - [Input Mode] - [Auto] on the receiver. 5 Press HDMI OUT to select [HDMI OUT A]. 6 Turn off the Control for HDMI function for the operation of other devices on the receiver. 2 Press AMP MENU. 3 Press / repeatedly to control the receiver collectively as Crestron Connected. PORT ("41794" is also activated. Settings When using an HDMI cable instead of an optical digital cable. You can...
... compatible with Dolby Digital Plus output The receiver can receive Dolby Atmos signals sent from the TV can be received. 4 Select [Setup] - [Input Setup] - [Input Mode] - [Auto] on the receiver. 5 Press HDMI OUT to select [HDMI OUT A]. 6 Turn off the Control for HDMI function for the operation of other devices on the receiver. 2 Press AMP MENU. 3 Press / repeatedly to control the receiver collectively as Crestron Connected. PORT ("41794" is also activated. Settings When using an HDMI cable instead of an optical digital cable. You can...
Installation Guide
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...;3) 1) When [FM TUNER] or [AM TUNER] is selected at the same time in the main zone and Zone 2 or Zone 3, the item most recently selected will be "2ch PCM" on the player device. 3) Zone 2 speaker out and Zone 2 audio out only support 2-channel audio output. Multi-channel stream signals are selected in combinations such as the following. Useful information Useful information Zone distribution The receiver can deliver input signals for distributing signals such as Dolby Digital and DTS. Zone 3 AUDIO OUT (Fixed/ Variable) ...
...;3) 1) When [FM TUNER] or [AM TUNER] is selected at the same time in the main zone and Zone 2 or Zone 3, the item most recently selected will be "2ch PCM" on the player device. 3) Zone 2 speaker out and Zone 2 audio out only support 2-channel audio output. Multi-channel stream signals are selected in combinations such as the following. Useful information Useful information Zone distribution The receiver can deliver input signals for distributing signals such as Dolby Digital and DTS. Zone 3 AUDIO OUT (Fixed/ Variable) ...
Startup Guide
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...Volume AUX SA‐CD/CD Movie Music Sound Field Equalizer Sound Optimizer FM TUNER AM TUNER Party Night In‐Ceiling Speaker Mode Pure Direct Input Setup Icon, Name, Watch/Listen, Show/Hide, HDMI, OPTICAL / COAXIAL, COMPONENT, VIDEO IN, AUDIO IN, Input Mode, Preset Sound Field, In-Ceiling Speaker Mode, A/V Sync, Subwoofer Low Pass Filter, Subwoofer Level, Preset Gain Level, Trigger 1*1, Trigger 2*1, Trigger 3*1, Trigger*2 Speaker Setup Auto Calibration, Automatic Phase Matching, Calibration Type, Speaker Pattern, Speaker Connections, SB Speaker Assign, Size, Distance, Level, Test Tone...
...Volume AUX SA‐CD/CD Movie Music Sound Field Equalizer Sound Optimizer FM TUNER AM TUNER Party Night In‐Ceiling Speaker Mode Pure Direct Input Setup Icon, Name, Watch/Listen, Show/Hide, HDMI, OPTICAL / COAXIAL, COMPONENT, VIDEO IN, AUDIO IN, Input Mode, Preset Sound Field, In-Ceiling Speaker Mode, A/V Sync, Subwoofer Low Pass Filter, Subwoofer Level, Preset Gain Level, Trigger 1*1, Trigger 2*1, Trigger 3*1, Trigger*2 Speaker Setup Auto Calibration, Automatic Phase Matching, Calibration Type, Speaker Pattern, Speaker Connections, SB Speaker Assign, Size, Distance, Level, Test Tone...
Marketing Specifications
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... Flexible connectivity with 6 assignable HDMI® inputs and 2 outputs supporting HDR and HDCP 2.2.1 In addition the ZA2100ES allows full, native 4K video content pass-through Ihiji2 • Digital Cinema Audio Calibration EX with leading control systems and you exceed your room? Enter the following into leading control systems using 2 extra power amplifiers) plus two phantom rear surround channels.7,8 • 4K HDR compatibility 6-in a rack easier. STR-ZA2100ES 7.2 Channel 4K AV Receiver Enjoy flexible connectivity, powerful...
... Flexible connectivity with 6 assignable HDMI® inputs and 2 outputs supporting HDR and HDCP 2.2.1 In addition the ZA2100ES allows full, native 4K video content pass-through Ihiji2 • Digital Cinema Audio Calibration EX with leading control systems and you exceed your room? Enter the following into leading control systems using 2 extra power amplifiers) plus two phantom rear surround channels.7,8 • 4K HDR compatibility 6-in a rack easier. STR-ZA2100ES 7.2 Channel 4K AV Receiver Enjoy flexible connectivity, powerful...
Marketing Specifications
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...) 6 Specifications Amplifier/Receiver Audio Features A/V SYNC A/V Sync Time/Sampling Frequency Center Speaker Lift Up Digital Legato Linear In-Ceiling Speaker Mode OP processing Pure Direct Sound Optimizer Speaker Selector Speaker Terminal Type Sub Woofer Cross Over Frequency Yes (Variable) 0-300msec/192kHz Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes A/B/A+B/OFF Screw (Ni) 17 points (40-200Hz) Monday - This circuit is Sony's unique auto calibration technology. Firmware updates via the analogue signal path. This technology balances output to closely simulate sound...
...) 6 Specifications Amplifier/Receiver Audio Features A/V SYNC A/V Sync Time/Sampling Frequency Center Speaker Lift Up Digital Legato Linear In-Ceiling Speaker Mode OP processing Pure Direct Sound Optimizer Speaker Selector Speaker Terminal Type Sub Woofer Cross Over Frequency Yes (Variable) 0-300msec/192kHz Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes A/B/A+B/OFF Screw (Ni) 17 points (40-200Hz) Monday - This circuit is Sony's unique auto calibration technology. Firmware updates via the analogue signal path. This technology balances output to closely simulate sound...