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Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Serial No.
Model No.

HT-DDW700
©2006 Sony Corporation

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains,
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Don’t throw away batteries with
general house waste; dispose of
them correctly as chemical waste.

For customers in the United
States

WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.

Note to CATV system installer:
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.

This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
HT-DDW700. In this manual, models of area code
U is used for illustration purposes unless stated
otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area
code CEL only”.
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the supplied remote. You can also use
the controls on the receiver if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.

The HT-DDW700 consists of:
• Receiver
• Speaker system
– Front speakers
– Center speaker
– Surround speakers
– Sub woofer

STR-K700
SS-MSP700
SS-CNP700
SS-SRP700
SS-WP700

About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel
(see the illustration below).

CENTER

R
L
FRONT

Area code

Any differences in operation, according to the area
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are
registered trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started

Enjoying Surround Sound

Description and location of parts...................5
1: Installing speakers ...................................12
2: Connecting speakers................................14
3: Connecting the audio/video
components.............................................15
4: Connecting the antennas..........................18
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....19
6: Calibrating the appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION) .......................20
7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(TEST TONE) ........................................23

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround
sound
(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) ................. 37
Selecting a pre-programmed sound field .... 39
Using only the front speakers and
sub woofer (2CH STEREO) .................. 42
Resetting sound fields to the initial
settings ................................................... 42

Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 43
Presetting radio stations .............................. 44

Playback
Selecting a component.................................25
Listening/Watching a component ................26

Amplifier Operations
Navigating through menus...........................28
Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu).......................................31
Adjusting the tone
(TONE menu) .........................................32
Settings for the surround sound
(SUR menu)............................................32
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........33
Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).........33
Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...34
Calibrating the appropriate settings
automatically
(A. CAL menu).......................................37

Other Operation
Switching the audio input mode
(INPUT MODE) .................................... 47
Naming inputs............................................. 47
Changing the display .................................. 48
Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 48

Using the Remote
Changing button assignments ..................... 49

Additional Information
Glossary ...................................................... 50
Precautions.................................................. 51
Troubleshooting .......................................... 52
Specifications.............................................. 55
Index ........................................................... 58

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Getting Started

Description and location of parts
Receiver
Front panel
1

2 3 4

?/1

Name

Function

Name

Function

A ?/1

Press to turn the receiver
on or off (page 19, 26, 27,
42, 56).

H MASTER
VOLUME

B DIMMER

Press to adjust the
brightness of the display.

Turn to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time (page 19, 24,
25, 26, 27).

C SLEEP

Press to activate the Sleep
Timer function and the
duration which the
receiver turns off
automatically (page 6, 48).

I INPUT
SELECTOR

Turn to select the input
source to playback (page
25, 26, 27, 44, 47).

J Remote sensor

Receives signals from
remote commander.

K MOVIE,
MUSIC

Press to select sound fields
(MOVIE, MUSIC) (page
39).

D 2CH

Press to select 2CH
STEREO mode (page 34).

E Display

The current status of the
selected component or a
list of selectable items
appears here (page 6).

L A.F.D.

Press to select A.F.D.
mode (page 38).

M PHONES jack

Connects to a headphone
(page 40).

F DISPLAY

Press to select information
displayed on the display
(page 48, 54).

N AUTO CAL MIC
jack

G INPUT MODE

Press to select the input
mode when the same
components are connected
to both digital and analog
jacks (page 47).

Connects to the supplied
ECM-AC2 optimizer
microphone for the Auto
Calibration function (page
20).

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About the indicators on the display
1

LFE

L C R
SL S SR

; PRO LOGIC II DTS
SLEEP OPT COAX

; DIGITAL

D.RANGE

STEREO MONO

qs qa

MEMORY

qf
8
Name

Function

Name

Function

A SW

Lights up when audio signal is
output from the SUB WOOFER
jack.

F DTS

B LFE

Lights up when the disc being
played back contains an LFE
(Low Frequency Effect)
channel and the LFE channel
signal is actually being
reproduced.

Lights up when DTS signals are
input.
Note
When playing a DTS format
disc, be sure that you have made
digital connections and that
INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 47).

G MEMORY

Lights up when a memory
function, such as Name Input,
Preset Memory (page 45), etc.,
is activated.

H Preset
station
indicators

Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
you have preset. For details on
presetting radio stations, see
page 44.

I Tuner
indicators

Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
(page 43), etc.

J D.RANGE

Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page
29).

K COAX

Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the COAXIAL
jack, or when INPUT MODE is
set to “COAX IN” (page 47).

L OPT

Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “AUTO” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the OPTICAL
jack, or when INPUT MODE is
set to “OPT IN” (page 47).

M SLEEP

Lights up when the Sleep Timer
function is activated (page 48).

C SP

D ;DIGITAL

E ; PRO
LOGIC (II)

Lights up when the receiver is
turned on. This indicator does
not light up if a headphone is
connected to the PHONES jack.
Lights up when Dolby Digital
signals are input.
Note
When playing a Dolby Digital
format disc, be sure that you
have made digital connections
and that INPUT MODE is not
set to “ANALOG” (page 47).
“; PRO LOGIC” lights up
when the receiver applies Pro
Logic processing to 2 channel
signals in order to output the
center and surround channel
signals. “; PRO LOGIC II”
lights up when the Pro Logic II
Movie/Music decoder is
activated.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro
Logic II decoding do not
function for DTS format
signals.

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Function

N Playback
channel
indicators

The letters (L, C, R, etc.)
indicate the channels being
played back. The boxes around
the letters vary to show how the
receiver downmixes the source
sound.
Front Left
Front Right
Center (monaural)
Surround Left
Surround Right
Surround (monaural or the
surround components obtained
by Pro Logic processing)
Example:
Recording format (Front/
Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

L
R
C
SL
SR
S

Getting Started

Name

LFE

L C R
SL
SR

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Rear panel
1

DIGITAL

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

VIDEO 2
IN

DVD IN

COAXIAL

L
R

AUDIO IN

DVD VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

A DIGITAL INPUT section
OPTICAL
IN jack

Connects to a DVD
player, etc. The
COAXIAL jack
provides a better
COAXIAL IN quality of loud
jack
sound (page 17).

SUB
WOOFER

R
L
SURROUND
SPEAKERS

CENTER

R
L
FRONT

C AUDIO INPUT section
AUDIO IN

White (L) jack

Connects to a CD
player, etc. (page
16).

Red (R)

D SPEAKER section
Connects to the
speakers and sub
woofer (page 14).

B ANTENNA section
FM
ANTENNA

Connects to the
FM wire antenna
supplied with this
receiver (page 18).

AM
ANTENNA

Connects to the
AM loop antenna
supplied with this
receiver (page 18).

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Remote commander

TV/VIDEO
SLEEP

AUTO
CAL

AV
?/1

wg
wf

?/1

Press to turn the receiver on or
off.
To turn off all components,
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at
the same time (SYSTEM
STANDBY).

4
2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

>10/

8
0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

5
6
7
8
9
q;
qa
qs

qd
f

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>
TUNING –
m

TUNING +
H

Press TV ?/1 and TV (P) at
the same time to turn the TV
on or off.

TUNER AMP MENU

FM MODE

B TV ?/1

?/1
1 AV
(on/standby) switch

2 TV ?/1, ?/1
SA-CD/CD

DUAL MONO

Press to turn on or off the
Sony audio/video components
that the remote is assigned to
operate.
If you press ?/1 (B) at the
same time, it will turn off the
receiver and other
components (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
Note
The function of the AV ?/1
switch changes automatically
each time you press the input
buttons (C).

(on/standby) switch

DVD

A AV ?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

TV ?/1
?/1

Function

C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to
select the component you
want to use. When you press
any of the input buttons, the
receiver turns on. The buttons
are factory assigned to control
Sony components as follows.
You can change the button
assignments following the
steps in “Changing button
assignments” on page 49.
Button

Assigned Sony
component

VIDEO 1

VCR (VTR mode 3)

VIDEO 2

VCR (VTR mode 2)

DVD

DVD player

SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/CD
player
TUNER

Built-in tuner

D AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of
the receiver. Then, use the
control buttons to perform
menu operations.

E MOVIE,
MUSIC

Press to select sound fields
(MOVIE, MUSIC).

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Getting Started

You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU006
to operate the receiver and to control the Sony
audio/video components that the remote is
assigned to operate (page 49).

Name

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Name

Function

F DUAL MONO Press to select the language
you want during digital
broadcast.
G FM MODE

Press to select FM monaural
or stereo reception.

H D.TUNING

Press to enter direct tuning
mode.

D.SKIP

I ENTER

MEMORY

Function

O ./>

Press to skips tracks of the CD
player, DVD player, or tape
deck.

REPLAY < / Press to replay the previous
ADVANCE < scene or fast forward the
current scene of the VCR or
DVD player.
m/M

Press to enter the value after
selecting a channel, disc or
track using the numeric
buttons.

Press to search tracks in the
forward/backward direction
of the DVD player or to
fastforward/rewind of the
VCR, CD player, or tape deck.

Press to start playback of the
VCR, CD player, DVD player,
or tape deck.

Press to store a station.

Press to pause playback or
recording of the VCR, CD
player, DVD player, or tape
deck. (Also starts recording
with components in recording
standby.)

Press to stop playback of the
VCR, CD player, DVD player,
or tape deck.

TV CH +/–

Press TV CH +/– and TV (P)
at the same time to select
preset TV channels.

PRESET +/–

Press to select preset stations
or preset channels of the VCR
or satellite tuner.

TUNING +/–

Press to scan a station.

Press to skip disc of the CD
player or DVD player (multidisc changer only).

J DVD MENU

Press to display the menu of
the DVD player on the TV
screen. Then, use the control
buttons to perform menu
operations.

K TOOLS

Press to display options
applicable to the entire disc
(e.g. disc protection), recorder
(e.g. audio settings during
recording), or multiple items
on a list menu (e.g. erasing
multiple titles).

L MUTING

Press to mute the sound.

M TV VOL
+*/–

Press TV VOL +/– and TV
(P) at the same time to adjust
the TV volume level.

MASTER VOL Press to adjust the volume
+*/–
level of all speakers at the
same time.
N MENU

Name

Press to display the menus of
the VCR, DVD player, or
satellite tuner on the TV
screen. Then, use the control
buttons to perform menu
operations.

P TV

Press TV and the button you
want at the same time to
activate the buttons with
orange printing.

Q RETURN/
EXIT O

Press to return to the previous
menu or exit the menu while
the menu or on-screen guide
of the VCR, DVD player, or
satellite tuner is displayed on
the TV screen.

R Control
buttons

After pressing AMP MENU
(D), DVD MENU (J), or
MENU (N), press the control
button V, v, B or b to select
the settings. When you press
DVD MENU or MENU, press
the control button to enter the
selection.

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Function

S DISPLAY

Press to select the information
displayed on the TV screen of
the VCR, satellite tuner, CD
player or DVD player.

T -/--

Press -/-- and TV (P) at the
same time to select the
channel entry mode, either
one or two digits of the TV.

>10/

Press to clear a mistake when
you press the incorrect
numeric buttons or to return to
continuous playback, etc. of
the satellite tuner or DVD
player.

U Numeric
buttons
(number 5*)

Press to preset/tune to preset
stations or to select track
numbers of the CD player or
DVD player or to select
channel numbers of the VCR
or satellite tuner. Press 0/10 to
select track number 10. Press
the numeric buttons and TV
(P) at the same time to select
the TV channels.

V 2CH

Press to select 2CH STEREO
mode.

W A.F.D.

Press to select A.F.D. mode.

X AUTO CAL

Press to activate the Auto
Calibration function.

Y TV/VIDEO

Press TV/VIDEO and TV
(P) at the same time to select
the input signal (TV input or
video input).

• Some functions explained in this section may not
work depending on the model.
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an
example only. Therefore, depending on the
component, the above operation may not be
possible or may operate differently than described.

Press to select track numbers
over 10 of the VCR, satellite
tuner or CD player or to select
channel numbers of the
Digital CATV terminal.

CLEAR

SLEEP

Notes

Press to activate the Sleep
Timer function and the
duration which the receiver
turns off automatically.

The number 5, MASTER VOL +, TV VOL +, and
H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as
references when operating the receiver.

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1: Installing speakers
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel
surround sound requires five speakers
(two front speakers, a center speaker, and two
surround speakers) and a sub woofer
(5.1 channel).

AFront speaker (L)
BFront speaker (R)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (L)
ESurround speaker (R)
FSub woofer
Tip
Since the sub woofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.

Installing the speakers on a flat
surface
Before you install the speakers and sub
woofer, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads
to prevent vibration or movement as shown in
the illustration below.

Installing the speakers on the
speaker stand
For greater flexibility in positioning the
speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or
WS-FV10D speaker stand (available only in
certain countries). For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
speaker stand.

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Hang the speakers on the
screws.
Hole on the back of the speaker

You can install your front and surround
speakers on the wall.

Getting Started

Installing the speakers on the
wall

3/16 inch

Prepare screws (not supplied)
that are suitable for the hole on
the back of each speaker as
shown in the illustrations
below.

13/32 inch

more than 5/32 inch

more than 1 inch

Notes
3/16 inch

13/32 inch

Hole on the back of the speaker

Fasten the screws to the wall.
The screws should protrude to
7/32 to 9/32 inch.

• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material
and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially
fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and
fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a
vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is
applied.
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall
material or screws to be used.
• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage
caused by improper installation, insufficient wall
strength or improper screw installation, natural
calamity, etc.

7/32 to 9/32 inch

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2: Connecting speakers
F

R
+

SUB
WOOFER

R
+

R
L
SURROUND
SPEAKERS

CENTER

AFront speaker (L)
BFront speaker (R)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (L)
ESurround speaker (R)
FSub woofer
Tip
Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system’s
performance.

R
L
FRONT

To connect the speakers
correctly
Check the speaker type by referring to the
speaker label* on the speaker.
Character Speaker type
on speaker
label

Location of
speaker label

Front left

Bottom

Front right

Bottom

Surround left

Bottom

Surround right

Bottom

* The sub woofer and center speaker does not have
the character on the speaker label.

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3: Connecting the audio/video components
Getting Started

How to hook up your
components
This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas”
(page 18).

Audio input jack to be
connected
The sound quality depends on the connecting
jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.
Select the connection according to the jacks of
your components.

Digital

Analog

High quality sound

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Connecting audio components
The following illustration shows how to
connect audio components such as Super
Audio CD player or CD player.
Super Audio
CD player/
CD player

DIGITAL

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

VIDEO 2
IN

DVD IN

COAXIAL

L
R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD DVD VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB
WOOFER

R
L
SURROUND
SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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If you connect a DVD recorder

Connecting video components
The following illustration shows how to
connect video components such as DVD
player, DVD recorder, satellite tuner or VCR.

Satellite tuner

VCR

A
DIGITAL

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

VIDEO 2
IN

DVD IN

COAXIAL

L
R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD DVD VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB
WOOFER

R
L
SURROUND
SPEAKERS

CENTER

R
L
FRONT

C
DVD player/
DVD recorder

A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Optical digital cord (not supplied)
C Coaxial digital cord (supplied)
Notes
• To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD
player, set the digital audio output setting on the
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the DVD player.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

• You cannot do recording on the DVD recorder or
VCR via this receiver. For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the DVD
recorder or VCR.

Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.

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• Be sure to change the factory setting of the
DVD input button on the remote so that you
can use the button to control your DVD
recorder. For details, see “Changing button
assignments” (page 49).
• You can also rename the DVD input so that
it can be displayed on the receiver’s display.
For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 47).

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4: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.
FM wire antenna (supplied)

AM loop antenna (supplied)

DIGITAL

ANTENNA

OPTICA L

VIDEO 2
IN

DVD IN

COAXIAL

L
R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

R
AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD DVD VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB
WOOFER

R
L
SURROUND
SPEAKERS

* The shape of the connector varies depending on
the area code of this receiver.

Notes
• 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.

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Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
AC power cord

Performing initial setup
operations
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure. This procedure can also
be used to return settings you have made to
their factory defaults.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.

1,2
MASTER VOLUME

?/1
DISPLAY
DIMMER

SLEEP

INPUT MODE

2CH
INPUT SELECTOR

AUTO CAL MIC

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

PHONES

L
+

R
L
FRONT

To the wall outlet

Note
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.

Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.

Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
After “CLEARING” appears on the
display for a while, “CLEARED”
appears.
The following items are reset to their
factory settings.
• All settings in the LEVEL, TONE,
SUR, TUNER, AUDIO and SYSTEM
menus.
• The sound field memorized for each
input and preset station.
• All sound field parameters.
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset
stations.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL
MIN”.
• Input is set to “DVD”.

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5: Preparing the receiver
and the remote

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Inserting batteries into the
remote
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAU006 remote commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.

Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.

6: Calibrating the
appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
This receiver is equipped with D.C.A.C.
(Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
Technology which allows you to perform
automatic calibration as follows:
• Check the connection between each speaker
and the receiver.
• Adjust the speaker level.
• Measure the distance of each speaker to your
listening position.
You can also adjust the speaker levels and
balance manually. For details, see
“7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(TEST TONE)” (page 23)

Before you perform Auto
Calibration

MASTER VOLUME

?/1
DISPLAY
DIMMER

SLEEP

INPUT MODE

2CH
INPUT SELECTOR

AUTO CAL MIC

Tip

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

PHONES

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last
for about 3 months. When the remote no longer
operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with
new ones.

1
1

Connect the supplied ECM-AC2
optimizer microphone to the
AUTO CAL MIC jack.

Place the optimizer
microphone at your listening
position.

Place the speakers so that the
speakers are facing the
optimizer microphone.

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Tips

Performing Auto Calibration
AUTO
CAL

TV/VIDEO
SLEEP

AUTO
CAL

TV ?/1
?/1

AV
?/1

?/1
switch

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

SA-CD/CD

Input
buttons

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

2
5

>10/

0/10

6
D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

MUTING

Control
button

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

MASTER
VOL +/–

f
RETURN/EXIT

Measurement for

Display

Environment noise level

NOISE.CHK

Speaker connection

MEASURE and SP
DET. appears
alternately*

Speaker level

MEASURE and
GAIN appears
alternately*

Speaker distance

MEASURE and
DISTANCE appears
alternately*

* The corresponding speaker indicator lights up in
the display during measurement.

When measurement ends, “COMPLETE”
appears on the display and the settings are
registered.
Notes

3
FM MODE

The table below shows the display when
measurement starts.

Press AUTO CAL.
The following appears on the display.
A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t
A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1]

• Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer.
Therefore, the sub woofer settings will be
maintained.
• You cannot select Auto Calibration when the
headphone is connected.
• The measurement process will take a few minutes
to complete.

Tips
• When Auto Calibration starts:
– Stand some distance away from the speakers and
the listening position to avoid measurement
failure. This is because test signals are output
from the speakers during measurement.
– Avoid making noise to get a more accurate
measurement.
• The Auto Calibration function will be canceled
when you do the following during the
measurement process:
– Press ?/1, input buttons or MUTING.
– Change the volume level.
– Press AUTO CAL again.

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• You can also fix the optimizer microphone to a
tripod (not supplied) and place the tripod at your
listening position.
• Be sure to remove any obstacles in the path
between the optimizer microphone and the
speakers.
• When you face the speaker towards the optimizer
microphone, you will get a more accurate
measurement.

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Error and warning codes
Error codes
When an error is detected during Auto
Calibration, an error code will appear on the
display cyclically after each measurement
process as follow:
Error code t blank display t (error code t
blank display)a) t PUSH t blank display
t ENTER
a)

Appears when there are more than one error code.

To rectify the error
1 Record down the error code.
2 Press the control button.
3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
4 Rectify the error.

Warning codes
During Auto Calibration, the warning code
provides information on the measurement
result. The warning code will appear on the
display cyclically as follows:
Warning code t blank display t (warning
code t blank display)b) t PUSH t blank
display t ENTER
b) Appears

when there are more than one warning

code.

You can choose to ignore the warning code as
the Auto Calibration function will
automatically adjust the settings. You can also
change the settings manually.

To change the settings
manually

For details, see “Error code and remedies”
below.
5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto
Calibration again (page 21).

1 Record down the warning code.
2 Press the control button.
3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
4 Follow the solution provided in the

Error code and remedies

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto

“Warning code and solution” (page 23).

Error
code

Explanation

Calibration again (page 21).

Remedies

ERROR 10 The environment Make sure the
is too noisy.
environment is
quiet during Auto
Calibration.
ERROR 11 The speakers are
placed too near
the optimizer
microphone.

Place your speakers
further away from
the optimizer
microphone.

Check the front
ERROR 20 The front
speakers are not speakers
detected or only connection.
one front speaker
is detected.
ERROR 21 Only one
Check the surround
surround speaker speakers
is detected.
connection.

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Warning code and solution
Explanation

Solution

WARN. 40 The environment Make sure the
is noisy.
environment is
quiet during Auto
Calibration.

7: Adjusting the speaker
levels and balance
(TEST TONE)

WARN. 50 The center speaker Be sure to connect
is not connected. the center speaker.

You can adjust the speaker levels and balance
while listening to the test tone from your
listening position.

WARN. 51 The surround
speakers are not
connected.

Tip

Be sure to connect
the surround
speakers.

WARN. 60 The front speakers Reposition your
balance are out of front speakers.c)
range.

The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency
centered at 800 Hz.
TV/VIDEO
SLEEP

WARN. 62 The center speaker Reposition your
level is out of
center speaker.d)
range.

For details, refer “Front speaker distance”
(page 34).
d) For details, refer “Center speaker distance”
(page 34).
e) For details, refer “Surround left speaker distance”
(page 35).
f)
For details, refer “Surround right speaker
distance” (page 35).

SA-CD/CD

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

FM MODE

WARN. 70 The front speakers Reposition your
distance are out of front speakers.c)
range.

WARN. 74 The surround right Reposition your
speaker distance is surround right
out of range.
speaker.f)

DVD

TUNER AMP MENU

WARN. 64 The surround right Reposition your
speaker level is out surround right
of range.
speaker.f)

WARN. 73 The surround left Reposition your
speaker distance is surround left
out of range.
speaker.e)

TV ?/1
?/1

AV
?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

WARN. 63 The surround left Reposition your
speaker level is out surround left
of range.
speaker.e)

WARN. 72 The center speaker Reposition your
distance is out of center speaker.d)
range.

AUTO
CAL

>10/

0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

2-5

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

RETURN/EXIT

MASTER
VOL +/–

Press AMP MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
menu.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select “T. TONE”.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
parameter.

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Warning
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Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select “T. TONE
Y”.
The test tone is output from each speaker
in sequence as follows:
Front left t Center t Front right t
Surround right t Surround left t Sub
woofer

Adjust the speaker levels and
balance using the LEVEL menu
so that the level of the test tone
sounds the same from each
speaker.
For details, see “Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)” (page 31).
Tips
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
• The adjusted value are shown on the display
during adjustment.

To turn off the test tone
Repeat steps 1 to 5 above to select “T.TONE N”.

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3
Playback

Selecting a component
SA-CD/CD

Press MUTING.
The muting function will be canceled when
you do the following.
• Press MUTING again.
• Increase the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

FM MODE

>10/

0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

To avoid damaging your
speakers

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

MUTING

F
G

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
down the volume level.

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>

Press the input button to select
a component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
The selected input appears on the display.

Selected
input
[Display]

Components that can be
played back

VIDEO 1 or
VIDEO 2
[VIDEO 1 or
VIDEO 2]

VCR, etc., connected to the
VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack

DVD
[DVD]

DVD player, etc., connected
to DVD jack

SA-CD/CD
[SA-CD/CD]

Super Audio CD/CD player,
etc., connected to the
SA-CD/CD jack

TUNER
[FM or AM
band]

Built-in radio tuner

Turn on the component and
start playback.

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Playback

DVD

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.

To mute the sound

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

Press MASTER VOL +/– to
adjust the volume.

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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
TV/VIDEO
SLEEP

AUTO
CAL

AV
?/1

TV ?/1
?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

2
3

DUAL MONO

MASTER VOLUME

?/1
DISPLAY

FM MODE

4
7

>10/

0/10

DIMMER

SLEEP

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

D.TUNING

INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

AUTO CAL MIC

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

MENU
RETURN/EXIT
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>
TUNING –
m

PHONES

TUNING +
H

Notes
• The operation is described for a
Sony Super Audio CD player.
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
Super Audio CD player or CD
player.

Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD
player, then place the disc on the tray.

2
3

Turn on the receiver.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to
select SA-CD/CD.

Tips
• You can select the sound field to
suit the music. Refer to page 39
for details.
Recommended sound fields:
Classical: HALL
Jazz: JAZZ
Live concert: CONCERT
• You can listen to the sound that
was recorded in the 2 channel
format from all speakers (multi
channel). Refer to page 37 for
details.

Press SA-CD/CD.

4
5
6

Playback the disc.
Adjust to a suitable volume.
After you have finished listening to the
Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn
off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/
CD player.

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Watching a DVD
TV/VIDEO
SLEEP

AUTO
CAL

AV
?/1

TV ?/1
?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

MOVIE

MUSIC

2
3

DUAL MONO

MASTER VOLUME

?/1
FM MODE

7
-

>10/
0/10

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
DIMMER

SLEEP

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

D.TUNING

DISPLAY

INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

AUTO CAL MIC

Playback

A.F.D.

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>
TUNING –
m

PHONES

TUNING +
H

Notes
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
TV and DVD player.
• Check the following if you
cannot listen to multi channel
sound.
– Be sure this receiver is
connected to the DVD player
via a digital connection.
– Be sure the digital audio
output of the DVD player is
set up properly.

Tips
• Select the sound format of the
disc to be played, if necessary.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the movie/music. Refer to
page 39 for details.
Recommended sound fields:
Movie: C.ST.EX
Music: CONCERT

1
2
3

Turn on the TV and DVD player.
Turn on the receiver.
Press DVD.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
select DVD.

Switch the input of the TV so that an image
of the DVD is displayed.
If no image is displayed on the TV screen, make sure that
the video output of the DVD player is connected to the TV.

5
6
7
8

Set up the DVD player.
Playback the disc.
Adjust to a suitable volume.
After you have finished watching the DVD,
eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV
and DVD player.

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Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
parameter.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select the setting
you want.

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through
menus
By using the amplifier menus, you can make
various adjustments to customize the receiver.

To return to the previous
display

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

FM MODE

>10/

0/10

The setting is applied automatically.

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

Press control button B.

To exit the menu
Press AMP MENU.
Note
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
on the display. This means that they are either
unavailable and unchangeable.

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

2-6

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>

Press AMP MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select the menu
you want.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
menu.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select the
parameter you want to adjust.

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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
menus, see page 28.
Parameters
[Display]

Settings

Initial setting

LEVEL (31)
[1-LEVEL]

Test tonea)
[T. TONE]

T. TONE Y, T. TONE N

T. TONE N

Front speaker balancea)
[FRT BAL]

BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8,
BALANCE,
BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8

BALANCE

Center speaker level
[CNT LVL]

CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB
(1 dB step)

CNT 0 dB

Surround left speaker level
[SL LVL]

SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB
(1 dB step)

SUR L 0 dB

Surround right speaker level
[SR LVL]

SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB
(1 dB step)

SUR R 0 dB

Sub woofer level
[SW LVL]

SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB
(1 dB step)

SW 0 dB

Dynamic range compressora)
[D. RANGE]

COMP. OFF, COMP. STD,
COMP. MAX

COMP. OFF

Front speaker bass level
[BASS LVL]

BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB
(1 dB step)

BASS 0 dB

Front speaker treble level
[TRE LVL]

TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB
(1 dB step)

TRE 0 dB

Sound field selectiona)
[S.F. SELCT]

2CH ST., A.F.D. AUTO, DOLBY PL,
PLII MV, PLII MS, MULTI ST.,
C.ST.EX A, C.ST.EX B, C.ST.EX C,
HALL, JAZZ, CONCERT

A.F.D. AUTO
for:
VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2,
DVD,
SA-CD/CD,
TUNER

Effect levela)
[EFFECT]

EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD,
EFCT. MAX

EFCT. STD

FM station receiving modea)
[FM MODE]

FM AUTO, FM MONO

FM AUTO

TONE (32)
[2-TONE]

SUR (32)
[3-SUR]

TUNER (33)
[4-TUNER]

Naming preset stationsa)
[NAME IN]

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Menu
[Display]

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Menu
[Display]

Parameters
[Display]

Settings

Initial setting

AUDIO (33)
[5-AUDIO]

Digital audio input decoding
prioritya)
[DEC. PRI.]

DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM

DEC. AUTO
for:
VIDEO 2;
DEC. PCM for:
DVD

Digital broadcast language
selectiona)
[DUAL]

DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S,
DUAL M+S

DUAL M

A/V Synca)
[A.V. SYNC.]

A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N

A.V.SYNC. N

Front speakers distance a)
[FRT DIST.]

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft.
(1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

Center speaker distance a)
[CNT DIST.]

DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft.
(1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

Surround left speaker distance a) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft.
[SL DIST. ]
(1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

Surround right speaker distance a) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft.
[SR DIST.]
(1 ft. step)

DIST. 10 ft.

Surround speaker position a)
[SUR POS.]

SIDE/LO, SIDE/HI,
BEHD/LO, BEHD/HI

SIDE/LO

Brightness of the displaya)
[DIMMER]

0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim

0% dim

Auto calibration a)
[AUTO CAL.]

A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO

A.CAL NO

Naming inputsa)
[NAME IN]
SYSTEM (34)
[6-SYSTEM]

A. CAL (37)
[7 - A. CAL]
a)

For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.

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Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)

LEVEL menu parameters

Lets you compress the dynamic range of the
sound track. This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low volumes late at
night. Dynamic range compression is possible
with Dolby Digital sources only.
• COMP. OFF
The dynamic range is not compressed.
• COMP. STD
The dynamic range is compressed as
intended by the recording engineer.
• COMP. MAX
The dynamic range is compressed
dramatically.

x T. TONE (Test tone)

Tip

Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance
while listening to the test tone from your
listening position. For details, see “7: Adjusting
the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)”
(page 23).

Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the
dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the
dynamic range information included in the Dolby
Digital signal. “COMP. STD” is the standard setting,
but it only enacts light compression. Therefore, we
recommend using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This
greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you
view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike
analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and
provide a very natural compression.

x FRT BAL (Front speaker
balance)
Lets you adjust the balance between front left
and right speakers.

x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)
x SL LVL (Surround left speaker
level)
x SR LVL (Surround right speaker
level)
x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)

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You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the
balance and level of each speaker. These
settings are applied to all sound fields.
Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

x D. RANGE (Dynamic range
compressor)

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Adjusting the tone
(TONE menu)
You can use the TONE menu to adjust the
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers. These settings are applied to all
sound fields.
Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

Settings for the surround
sound
(SUR menu)
You can use the SUR menu to select the sound
field you want for your listening pleasure.
Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

TONE menu parameters

SUR menu parameters

x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass
level)

x S.F. SELCT (Sound field
selection)

x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble
level)

Lets you select the sound field you want. For
details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
37).
Note
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field
Link). For example, if you select HALL for the
SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input
and then return to SA-CD/CD, HALL will
automatically be applied again.

x EFFECT (Effect level)
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround
effect for sound fields selected with the
MOVIE or MUSIC button and for
“HP THEA” sound field.
• EFCT. MIN
The surround effect is minimum.
• EFCT. STD
The surround effect is standard.
• EFCT. MAX
The surround effect is maximum.

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Settings for the audio

(TUNER menu)

(AUDIO menu)

You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM
station receiving mode and to name preset
stations.
Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings
for the audio to suit your preference.
Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

AUDIO menu parameters
TUNER menu parameters
x FM MODE (FM station receiving
mode)
• FM AUTO
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo
signal when the radio station is broadcast in
stereo.
• FM MONO
This receiver will decode the signal as mono
signal regardless of the broadcast signal.

x NAME IN (Naming preset
stations)
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For
details, see “Naming preset stations” (page
46).

x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input
decoding priority)
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks.
• DEC. AUTO
Automatically switches the input mode
between DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM.
• DEC. PCM
PCM signals are given priority (to prevent
interruption when playback starts).
However, when other signals are input, there
may be no sound depending on the format.
In this case, set to “DEC. AUTO”.
Note
When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the
digital audio jacks (for CD, etc.) is interrupted when
playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.

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x DUAL (Digital broadcast
language selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen
to during digital broadcast. This feature only
functions for Dolby Digital sources.
• DUAL M/S (Main/Sub)
Sound of the main language will be output
through the front left speaker and sound of
the sub language will be output through the
front right speaker simultaneously.
• DUAL M (Main)
Sound of the main language will be output.
• DUAL S (Sub)
Sound of the sub language will be output.
• DUAL M+S (Main + Sub)
Mixed sound of both the main and sub
languages will be output.

x A.V. SYNC. (A/V Sync)
• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 68 ms)
The audio output is delayed so that the time
gap between the audio output and visual
display is minimized.
• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms)
The audio output is not delayed.

Settings for the system
(SYSTEM menu)
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the
distance of the speakers connected to this
system.
Select “6-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 28) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 29).

SYSTEM menu parameters
x FRT DIST. (Front speakers
distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the front speakers (A).
If both front speakers are not placed an equal
distance from your listening position, set the
distance as the average distance between the
front speakers.
B

Notes
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma monitor or a projector.
• This parameter is valid only when you use a sound
field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons.
• This parameter is not valid when PCM 96 kHz or
DTS 2048 signals are input.

30˚

100˚-120˚

30˚

100˚-120˚

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see
“Naming inputs” (page 47).

x CNT DIST. (Center speaker
distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the center speaker. Center speaker
distance should be set from a distance equal to
the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 5
feet closer to your listening position (B).

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x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker
distance)

x SUR POS.
(Surround speaker position)

Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the surround left speaker. Surround
left speaker distance should be set from a
distance equal to the front speaker distance
(A on page 34) to a distance 15 feet closer to
your listening position (C on page 34).

Lets you specify the location of your surround
speakers for proper implementation of the
surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX
modes (page 40).

Amplifier Operations

x SR DIST. (Surround right
speaker distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the surround right speaker.
Surround right speaker distance should be set
from a distance equal to the front speaker
distance (A on page 34) to a distance 15 feet
closer to your listening position (D on page
34).
Tip
The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in
terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set
the center speaker further than the front speakers.
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than
5 feet closer from the front speakers.
Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set
further away from the listening position than the
front speakers. And they can be no more than
15 feet closer. This is because incorrect speaker
placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of
surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer
than the actual location of the speakers will cause a
delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In
other words, the speaker will sound like it is further
away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance
3-6 feet closer than the actual speaker position will
create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside”
the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory
surround effect because the surround speakers are
too close, setting the surround speaker distance
closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a
larger sound stage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!

• SIDE/LO
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections A and C.
• SIDE/HI
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections A and D.
• BEHD/LO
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections B and C.
• BEHD/HI
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections B and D.

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Tip
Surround speaker position is designed specifically
for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes.
For other sound fields, speaker position is not so
critical.
Those sound fields were designed under the premise
that the surround speakers would be located behind
the listening position, but presentation remains fairly
consistent even with the surround speakers
positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the
speakers are pointing toward the listener from the
immediate left and right of the listening position, the
surround effects become unclear unless set to
“SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, such as wall reflections, and you may
obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your
speakers are located high above the listening
position, even if they are located to the immediate
left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting
contrary to the above explanation, we recommend
that you playback multi channel surround encoded
software and select the setting that provides a good
sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in
forming a cohesive space between the surround
sound from the surround speakers and the sound of
the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds
best, select “BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then
use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level
adjustments to obtain proper balance.

x DIMMER (Brightness of the
display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

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Calibrating the
appropriate settings
automatically
(A. CAL menu)
For details, see “6: Calibrating the appropriate
settings automatically (AUTO
CALIBRATION)” (page 20).

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital
and DTS Surround sound
(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

A.F.D.

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
the sound field you want.
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
38).

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TUNER AMP MENU

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Types of A.F.D. mode
Decoding
mode

A.F.D. mode
[Display]

Multi channel
audio after
decoding

Effect

(Detecting
automatically)

A.F.D. AUTO
[A.F.D. AUTO]

(Detecting
automatically)

Performs the sound as it was recorded/
encoded without adding any surround
effects. However, this receiver will
generate a low frequency signal for output
to the sub woofer when there is no LFE
signals.

Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC
[DOLBY PL]

4 channel

Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The
source recorded in 2 channel format is
decoded into 4.1 channels.

Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE
II
[PLII MV]

5 channel

Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode
decoding. This setting is ideal for movies
encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition,
this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1
channel for watching videos of overdubbed
or old movies.

PRO LOGIC II MUSIC
[PLII MS]

5 channel

Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode
decoding. This setting is ideal for normal
stereo sources such as CDs.

MULTI STEREO
[MULTI ST.]

(Multi Stereo)

Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from
all speakers.

(Multi Stereo)

Note
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding
do not function for DTS format signals.

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Selecting a preprogrammed sound field
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
and concert halls into your home.
TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

2CH

MUSIC
DUAL MONO

FM MODE

Enjoying Surround Sound

A.F.D.

MOVIE

Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a
sound field for movies or press
MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound
field for music.
For details, see “Types of sound field
available” (page 40).

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Types of sound field available
Sound field
for

Sound field
[Display]

Effect

Movie

CINEMA STUDIO EX A
DCS [C.ST.EX A]

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production
studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any
type of movie.

CINEMA STUDIO EX B
DCS [C.ST.EX B]

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production
studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or
action movies with lots of sound effects.

CINEMA STUDIO EX C
DCS [C.ST.EX C]

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the
soundtrack.

Music

Headphone

HALL [HALL]

Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ]

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

LIVE CONCERT
[CONCERT]

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

HEADPHONE 2CH
[HP 2CH]

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone
when 2 channel mode (page 42)/A.F.D. mode (page 38) is
selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass
the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats
are downmixed to 2 channels.

HEADPHONE THEATER
DCS [HP THEA]

This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone
when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to
experience a theater-like environment while listening through
a pair of headphones.

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About DCS (Digital Cinema
Sound)
Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS
technology. DCS is a unique sound
reproduction technology for home theater
developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony
Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound”
developed by integrating a DSP (Digital signal
processor) and measured data, the ideal sound
field intended by filmmakers can be
experienced at home.

Tip
You can identify the encoding format of DVD
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the package.
•
: Dolby Digital discs
•
: Dolby Surround
encoded programs
•
: DTS Digital Surround encoded programs

To turn off the surround effect
for movie/music
Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D.
repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

Enjoying Surround Sound

About CINEMA STUDIO EX
modes
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for
watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with
multi channel surround effects. You can
reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony
Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in
your home.
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of
the following three elements.
• Virtual Multi Dimension
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a
single pair of actual surround speakers.
• Screen Depth Matching
Creates the sensation that the sound is
coming from inside the screen like in
theaters.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the type of reverberation found
in theaters.
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate
these three elements simultaneously.
Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
• This function does not work for signals with a
sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

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Using only the front
speakers and sub woofer
(2CH STEREO)
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound
from the front left/right speakers and sub
woofer.
When multi channel surround formats are
input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel
with bass frequencies being output from the
sub woofer.
When standard 2 channel stereo sources are
input, the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry
will be activated. The front channel bass
frequencies will be output from the sub
woofer.
TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

Press 2CH.

Resetting sound fields to
the initial settings
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.

1,2
MASTER VOLUME

?/1
DISPLAY
DIMMER

SLEEP

INPUT MODE

2CH
INPUT SELECTOR

AUTO CAL MIC

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

PHONES

2
1

Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.

While holding down 2CH, press
?/1.
“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and all
sound fields are reset to their initial
setting.

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Press TUNING + to scan from low to
high; press TUNING – to scan from high
to low.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
make sure you have connected the FM and
AM antennas to the receiver (page 18).
Tip
The tuning scale is:
FM: 100 kHz
AM: 10 kHz*
*The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 56).

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

If the FM stereo reception is poor and
“STEREO” flashes on the display, select
monaural audio so that the sound will be less
distorted.
Press FM MODE repeatedly until the
“MONO” indicator lights up on the display.
To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE
until the “MONO” indicator on the display do
not light up.

Direct tuning

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

2CH

In case of poor FM stereo
reception

Enter the frequency of a station directly by
using the numeric buttons.

DUAL MONO

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

FM MODE

>10/

0/10

D.TUNING

TOOLS MUTING
TV VOL
MASTER VOL

MOVIE

0/10

TUNING +
H

1
2

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

CLEAR

TUNING –

MUSIC

FM MODE

A.F.D.

>10/

MENU
RETURN/EXIT
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>

2CH

DUAL MONO

CLEAR

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

FM MODE

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

DISPLAY

DVD

2
4

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

Press D.TUNING.

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

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Tuner Operations

Automatic tuning

Press TUNING + or TUNING –.

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Press the numeric buttons to
enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for
optimum reception.

Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30
AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the
stations you often listen to.

Presetting radio stations

Press ENTER.

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

If you cannot tune in a station
Make sure you have entered the right
frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you still
cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not
used in your area.

DVD

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

FM MODE

>10/

0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

CLEAR
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

3,5

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>
TUNING –
m

TUNING +
H

TUNING +/–

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

Tune in the station that you
want to preset using Automatic
Tuning (page 43) or Direct
Tuning (page 43).
Switch the FM reception mode, if
necessary (page 43).

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Press MEMORY.
“MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds.
Perform steps 4 and 5 before
“MEMORY” goes out.

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

SA-CD/CD

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

Numeric
buttons

FM MODE

Press ENTER.

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

>10/
0/10

CLEAR

ENTER

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

Tuner Operations

The station is stored as the selected preset
number.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
MEMORY, start again from step 3.

DVD

TUNER AMP MENU

Press the numeric button to
select the preset station.
You can also press TUNING + or
TUNING – repeatedly to select a preset
number.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you select
the preset number, start again from step 3.

Tuning to preset stations

Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset
another station.

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset
station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can
select a preset station as follows:
01

03
30

04
29

...

You can also press the numeric buttons to
select the preset station you want. Then,
press ENTER to enter the selection.

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Naming preset stations
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

DVD

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

DUAL MONO

The cursor flashes and you can select a
character. Follow the procedure given in
“To create an index name” (page 46).

SA-CD/CD

TUNER AMP MENU

3
1

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
parameter.

To return to the previous display
Press control button B.

FM MODE

>10/

0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER

To create an index name

CLEAR

4-7

Press control button V/v to select a
character, then press control button B/b to
move the cursor to the next position.

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

If you made a mistake

Press control button B/b until the
character you want to change flashes,
then press control button V/v to select the
correct character.

RETURN/EXIT
MENU
TV CH –
TV CH +
PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET +
<
<
.
>

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.

Tip
You can select the character type as follows by
pressing control button V/v.
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t
Symbols

You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

2
3

Tune in the preset station you
want to create an index name
for (page 45).

Use control button V/v/B/b to
create an index name.

Press the control button.
The entered name is registered.

Press AMP MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select
“4-TUNER”.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
menu.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select “NAME IN”.

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Other Operation

Naming inputs

Switching the audio input
mode

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with
the names of the connected components.

(INPUT MODE)

You can select the audio input mode by setting
the audio input mode when you connect
components to both digital and analog audio
input jacks on the receiver.

Press the input button to select
the input you want to create an
index name for.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver to select the input.

You can also use the input buttons on the
remote.

Press control button V/v
repeatedly to select “5-AUDIO”.

Press INPUT MODE repeatedly
on the receiver to select the
audio input mode.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
menu.

Press control button V/v to
select “NAME IN”.

Press the control button or
control button b to enter the
parameter.

Audio input modes
• AUTO IN
Gives priority to digital audio signals when
there are both digital and analog
connections. If there are no digital audio
signals, analog audio signals are selected.
• COAX IN
Specifies the digital audio signals input to
the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack.
• OPT IN
Specifies the digital audio signals input to
the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack.
• ANALOG
Specifies the analog audio signals input to
the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

The cursor flashes and you can select a
character. Follow the procedure given in
“To create an index name” (page 46).

To return to the previous display
Press control button B.

Note
Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.

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Other Operation

The selected audio input mode appears on
the display.

Press AMP MENU.

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Changing the display

Using the Sleep Timer

You can check the sound field, etc., by
changing the information on the display.
Be sure to use the button on the receiver for
this operation.

You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows.

Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00

All inputs except the FM and AM
band
Index name of the input* t Selected input t
Sound field currently applied

FM and AM band
Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound
field currently applied

t OFF
When Sleep Timer is being used, “SLEEP”
lights up on the display.
Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears
on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep
timer will be canceled.

* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 46, 47).
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
input name.

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Using the Remote

Categories and the
corresponding buttons
Categories

Changing button
assignments
You can change the factory settings of the
input buttons to suit the components in your
system. For example, if you connect a DVD
recorder to the DVD jacks on the receiver, you
can set the DVD button on this remote to
control the DVD recorder.

Press
a)

VCR (command mode VTR 2)

DVD player/DVD recorder
(command mode DVD1)b)

DVD recorder
(command mode DVD3)b)

VCR (command mode VTR 3)

CD player

MD deck

Hold down the input button of
which you want to change the
assignment.

Tape deck B

Tuner (this receiver)

DVR (Digital CATV terminal)

Example: Press DVD.

DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)

0/10

Referring to the table below,
press the corresponding button
for the category you want.

Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3
setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS
respectively.
b)
Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD 1 or
DVD 3 setting. For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

To clear all remote button
assignments
Press ?/1, AUTO CAL and MASTER VOL –
at the same time.
The remote is reset to its factory settings.

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Using the Remote

Example: Press 4.
Now you can use the DVD button to
control the DVD recorder.

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x Sampling frequency

Additional Information

Glossary
x Dolby Digital
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It
consists of front (L/R), center, surround (L/R)
and sub-woofer channels. It is a designated
audio standard for DVD-video and also known
as 5.1ch surround. Since surround information
is recorded and reproduced in stereo, more
realistic sound with fuller presence is
delivered than with Dolby surround.

To convert analog audio to digital, analog data
should be quantified. This process is called
sampling, and the number of times per second
the analog data is quantified is called the
sampling frequency. A standard music CD
stores data quantified at 44,100 times per
second, which is expressed as a sampling
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a
higher sampling frequency means better sound
quality.

x Dolby Pro Logic II
This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded
audio into 5.1ch for playback. There is a
MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode
for stereo sources such as music. Old movies
encoded in the traditional stereo format can be
enhanced with 5.1ch surround sound.

x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro
Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono
surround information is matrixed into two
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is
decoded and output in 4ch surround sound.
This is the most common audio processing
method for DVD-video.

x DTS Digital Surround
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
for theaters developed by Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. It compresses audio less than
Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality
sound reproduction.

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On placement

Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.

On power sources

On heat buildup
Although the receiver heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you
continuously use this receiver at a large
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure
to turn off and unplug the receiver.

If you encounter color
irregularity on a nearby TV
screen
The front and center speakers and the sub
woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to
be installed near a TV set. However, color
irregularities may still be observed on certain
types of TV sets. As the surround speakers are
not magnetically shielded, we recommend that
you place the surround speakers slightly
further away from TV set (page 12).

If color irregularity is
observed...
Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after
15 to 30 minutes.

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Additional Information

• Before operating the receiver, check that the
operating voltage is identical with your local
power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate on the back of the receiver.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC
power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull
the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other
for the purpose of safety and will fit into the
wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
• The AC power cord must be changed only at
a qualified service shop.

• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
• Do not place the receiver near equipment
such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. (If
the receiver is being used in combination
with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is
placed too close to that equipment, noise
may result, and picture quality may suffer.
This is especially likely when using an
indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend
using an outdoor antenna.)
• Use caution when placing the receiver or
speakers on surfaces that have been specially
treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as
staining or discoloration of the surface may
result.

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If color irregularity is observed
again...
Place the speaker further away from the TV
set.

If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the
volume on the receiver.

On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your receiver, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem.
There is no sound, no matter which
component is selected, or only a very
low-level sound is heard.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected correctly and securely.
• Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set
to “VOL MIN”.
• Check that the headphone is not
connected.
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting
function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with the input buttons.
• The protective device on the receiver has
been activated. Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and
turn on the power again.
There is no sound from a specific
component.
• Check that the component is connected
correctly to the audio input jacks for that
component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the
connection is (are) fully inserted into the
jacks on both the receiver and the
component.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the receiver.

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There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
• Connect a pair of headphones to the
PHONES jack to verify that sound is
output from the headphones. If only one
channel is output from the headphones, the
component may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component. If both
channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to
the receiver correctly. Check the
connection of the front speaker which is
not outputting any sound.
• Make sure you have connected to both the
L and R jacks of an analog component, and
not only to either the L or R jack. Use an
audio cord (not supplied).

There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least
10 feet away from a TV set or fluorescent
light.
• Move your TV away from the audio
components.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with
alcohol.

There is no sound from analog 2
channel sources.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“COAX IN” or “OPT IN” for the selected
input (page 47).

There is no sound from the sub woofer.
• Check that the sub woofer is connected
correctly and securely.

The left and right sounds are
unbalanced or reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the balance parameters using the
LEVEL menu.

The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
• Make sure the sound field function is on
(press MOVIE, or MUSIC).
• Sound fields do not function for signals
with a sampling frequency of more than
48 kHz.
Dolby Digital or DTS Multi Channel
sound is not reproduced.
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing
is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS
format.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc. to
the digital input jacks of this receiver,
check the audio setting (settings for the
audio output) of the connected component.

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There is no sound from digital sources
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 47). Check that the
INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN”
for the sources from the OPTICAL input
jack, or to “OPT IN” for the sources from
the COAXIAL input jack.

There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/
surround speakers.
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode
(page 40).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 23).

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The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
antenna as shown below. If you connect
the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground
it against lightning. To prevent a gas
explosion, do not connect the ground wire
to a gas pipe.
Outdoor FM antenna

Remote control
The remote does not function.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between
the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with
new ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure you select the correct input on
the remote.

Receiver
ANTENNA

Error messages
AM

Ground wire
(not supplied)

To ground

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect
an external antenna, if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too
weak (when tuning in with automatic
tuning). Use direct tuning.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval
correctly (when tuning in AM stations
with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the
stations (page 44).
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver
so that the frequency appears on the
display.

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a
message. You can check the condition of the
system by the message. Refer to the following
table to solve the problem. If any problem
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an
error message appears while you perform
Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning
codes” (page 22) to solve the problem.
DEC. EROR
Appears when a signal the receiver cannot
decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and “DEC.
PRI.” on the AUDIO menu is set to “DEC.
PCM”. Set it to “DEC. AUTO” (page 30).
PROTECT
Irregular current is output from the speakers.
The receiver will automatically turn off after a
few seconds. Check the speaker connection
and turn on the power again.

There is no picture appears on the TV
screen or monitor.
• Make sure you have connected the video
output of your video component to the TV.

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If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
the problem (page 19). However, note that all
memorized settings will be reset to their
factory settings and you will have to readjust
all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Reference sections for clearing
the receiver’s memory
To clear

See

All memorized settings

page 19

Customized sound fields

page 42

Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(Models of area code U only)
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
120 – 20,000 Hz; rated 85 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than
0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
Power Output1)
Models of area code U
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)
FRONT2):
133 W/ch
CENTER2):
133 W
SUR2):
133 W/ch
(6 ohms 100 Hz, THD 10%)
SUB WOOFER2):
135 W

1) Measured under the following conditions:
Area code

Power requirements

U, CA

120 V AC, 60 Hz

2) Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.

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Models of area code CA
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
FRONT2):
85 W/ch
CENTER2):
85 W
SUR2):
85 W/ch
(6 ohms 100 Hz, THD 0.7%)
SUB WOOFER2):
85 W
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)
FRONT2):
133 W/ch
CENTER2):
133 W
SUR2):
133 W/ch
(6 ohms 100 Hz, THD 10%)
SUB WOOFER2):
135 W

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General

Inputs (Analog)
SA-CD/CD, DVD,
VIDEO 1, 2

Sensitivity: 800 mV
Impedance: 50 kohms

Inputs (Digital)
DVD (Coaxial)

Sensitivity: –
Impedance: 75 ohms

VIDEO 2 (Optical)

Sensitivity: –
Impedance: –

Reproduction frequency range:
28 – 20,000 Hz
Tone
Gain levels

±6 dB, 1 dB step

FM tuner section
Tuning range
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency

87.5 - 108.0 MHz
FM wire antenna
75 ohms, unbalanced
10.7 MHz

AM tuner section
Tuning range
Models of area code U, CA
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,710 kHz3)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,710 kHz3)
3) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off
the receiver. While holding down DIMMER,
press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when
you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to
10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.

Power requirements
Area code

Power requirements

U, CA

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption
Area code

Power consumption

210 W

290 VA

Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.2 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
17 × 5 6/8 × 12 1/8 inches
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.)
16 lb 9 oz

Speaker section
Front speakers (SS-MSP700)
Center speaker (SS-CNP700)
Surround speakers (SS-SRP700)
Front/center speakers

Full range, magnetically
shielded
Surround speakers
Full range
Speaker units
70 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Close type
Rated Impedance
6 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers 3 5/8 × 3 7/8 × 4 inches
Center speaker
6 × 3 7/8 × 4 inches
Mass (Approx.)
Front speakers
1 lb 6 oz
Center speaker
1 lb 9 oz
Surround speakers
1 lb 2 oz

Sub woofer (SS-WP700)
Speaker system
Magnetically shielded
Speaker unit
200 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Bass reflex
Rated Impedance
6 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
10 6/8 × 13 × 12 inches
including front panel
Mass (Approx.)
11 lb 8 oz

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Supplied accessories
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Coaxial digital cord (1)
Foot pads (speakers) (20)
Foot pads (sub woofer) (4)
Remote commander RM-AAU006 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Optimizer microphone ECM-AC2 (1)
Speakers
• Front speakers (2)
• Center speaker (1)
• Surround speakers (2)
• Sub woofer (1)

For details on the area code of the
component you are using, see page 3.
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.

Additional Information
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Index
Numerics

2 channel 42
2CH STEREO 42
5.1 channel 12

Naming 46, 47

A
AUTO CALIBRATION 20
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
(A.F.D.) 37

C
CD player
connecting 16
playback 26

D
Digital Cinema Sound
(DCS) 40, 41
Dolby Digital 50
DTS 50
DVD player
connecting 17
playback 27

E
Error messages 54

I
Initial setup 19
INPUT MODE 47

M
Menu
A. CAL 37
AUDIO 33
LEVEL 31
SUR 32
SYSTEM 34
TONE 32
TUNER 33
Muting 25

S
Satellite tuner
connecting 17
Selecting
component 25
sound field 39
Sleep Timer 48
Sound fields
resetting 42
selecting 39
Speakers
connecting 14
installing 12
Super Audio CD player
connecting 16
playback 26
Supplied accessories 57

T
TEST TONE 23
Tuner
connecting 18
Tuning
automatically 43
directly 43
to preset stations 45

V
VCR
connecting 17

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