Sony Ht Sf1200 Users Manual SF1200/HT SS1200

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Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions

HT-SF1200
HT-SS1200
©2007 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.
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.

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For customers in Europe
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European
Union and other European countries
with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household
waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling
of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more detailed
information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.

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About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
HT-SF1200 and HT-SS1200. In this manual,
models of area code CEL 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 HT-SF1200 consists of:
• Receiver
• Speaker systema)
– Front speakers
– Center speaker
– Surround speakers
– Sub woofer

STR-KS1200
SS-MSP2200
SS-CNP2200
SS-SRP2200
SS-WP2200

a) Be

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 DTS, Inc.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Note for the supplied remote

The HT-SS1200 consists of:
• Receiver
• Speaker systema)
– Front speakers
– Center speaker
– Surround speakers
– Sub woofer

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STR-KS1200
SS-MSP1200
SS-CNP1200
SS-SRP1200
SS-WP1200

(RM-AAU017)
The VIDEO 3 button on the remote is not
available for receiver operation.

sure to use only the supplied speakers.

• 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.

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

FRONT R

FRONT L

SUR R

SUR L

CENTER SUBWOOFER

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”.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started

Tuner Operations

Description and location of parts...................5
1: Installing speakers ...................................11
2: Connecting speakers................................14
3: Connecting the audio/video
components.............................................16
4: Connecting the antennas..........................21
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....22
6: Calibrating the appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION) ......................23
7: Adjusting the speaker levels and
balance (TEST TONE) ...........................28

Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 47
Presetting radio stations .............................. 49
Using the Radio Data System (RDS).......... 50

Playback
Selecting a component.................................29
Listening/Watching a component................30

Other Operations
Switching between digital and analog audio
(IN MODE)............................................ 52
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT) ............................................ 53
Listening to digital sound from other inputs
(DIGITAL ASSIGN) ............................. 55
Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 56

Using the Remote
Changing button assignments ..................... 57

Amplifier Operations

Additional Information

Navigating through menus ..........................32
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) ............36
Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) ...............37
Settings for the surround sound
(SUR menu)............................................37
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........38
Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) ........38
Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).........39
Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...40

Glossary ...................................................... 58
Precautions.................................................. 59
Troubleshooting .......................................... 60
Specifications.............................................. 63
Index ........................................................... 66

Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround
sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT).......42
Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....44
Using only the front speakers and sub
woofer (2CH STEREO) .........................46
Resetting sound fields to the initial
settings....................................................47

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Getting Started

Description and location of parts
Receiver
Front panel
1

DMPORT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2/BD

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

?/1

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

AUTO CAL MIC

Name

Function

Name

A ?/1
(on/standby)

Press to turn the receiver
on or off (page 22, 30, 31,
47).

I PRESET TUNING Press to select a preset
+/–
station (page 50).

B Remote sensor

Receives signals from
remote commander.

C Input lamps

The lamp of the chosen
input source lights up
(page 29).

D Display

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

E MASTER
VOLUME

Turn to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time (page 28, 29,
30, 31).

F AUTO CAL MIC
jack

Connects to the supplied
optimizer microphone for
the Auto Calibration
function (page 24).

G MUTING

Press to mute the sound
(page 29).

H SOUND FIELD
+/–

Press to select a sound
field (page 42, 44, 46, 47).

J INPUT
SELECTOR

Function

Press to select the input
source to playback (page
29, 30, 31, 48, 49, 50, 60).

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About the indicators on the display
12
SLEEP L
LFE
SL
SW

3
C
S

DIGITAL
HDMI
DTS
PL
SR
OPT COAX

D.RANGE
MEMORY RDS
ST MONO

qs qa q;

Name

Function

Name

Function

A 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.

G D.RANGE

Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page
33).

H Tuner
indicators

Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
(page 47), etc.

I MEMORY

Lights up when a memory
function, such as Preset Memory
(page 49), etc., is activated.

J COAX

Lights up when IN MODE is set
to “AUTO IN” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the COAX IN
jack, or when IN MODE is set to
“COAX IN” (page 52).

K OPT

Lights up when IN MODE is set
to “AUTO IN” and the source
signal is a digital signal being
input through the OPT IN jack,
or when IN MODE is set to
“OPT IN” (page 52).

L ;PL(II)

“; PL” lights up when the
receiver applies Pro Logic
processing to 2 channel signals
in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.
“; PLII” lights up when the
Pro Logic II Movie/Music
decoder is activated.

M DTS

Lights up when the receiver is
decoding DTS signals.
Note
When playing a DTS format
disc, be sure that you have made
digital connections.

N SW

Lights up when the audio signal
is output from the
SUBWOOFER jack.

B SLEEP

Lights up when the sleep timer is
activated (page 56).

C 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): 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

L
R
C
SL
SR
S

L
SW

R
SR

D ; DIGITAL Lights up when receiver is
decoding Dolby Digital signals.
Note
When playing a Dolby Digital
format disc, be sure that you
have made digital connections.
E HDMI

F Preset
station
indicators

Lights up when a playback
component is connected to this
receiver using a HDMI jack
(page 19).
Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations
you have preset. For details on
presetting radio stations, see
page 49.

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Rear panel
2

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 2/BD IN

DIGITAL

R
OPT IN

ANTENNA

SAT

OPT IN

VIDEO 1

COAX IN

DVD

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD

VIDEO 1

DMPORT

SPEAKERS

Getting Started

FRONT R

FRONT L

SUR R

SUR L

CENTER SUBWOOFER

4
A ANTENNA section

C SPEAKERS section

FM
ANTENNA
jack

Connects to the FM
wire antenna
supplied with this
receiver (page 21).

AM
ANTENNA
terminals

Connects to the AM
loop antenna
supplied with this
receiver (page 21).

Connects to speakers (page 14).
The following table shows the
respective color for the speaker
jacks.

B DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section
OPT IN jack

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

DMPORT
jack

Connects to a DVD
player or a satellite
tuner. An image and
the sound are output
to a TV or a projector
(page 19).
Connect to a
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter (page
53).

Speaker jack

Color

FRONT R
(Front right speaker)

Red

FRONT L
(Front left speaker)

White

SUR R
(Surround right speaker)

Grey

SUR L
(Surround left speaker)

Blue

CENTER
(Center speaker)

Green

SUBWOOFER
(Sub woofer)

Purple

D AUDIO INPUT section
AUDIO IN

White (L) jack
Red (R)

Connects to a Super
Audio CD player,
CD player, etc. (page
16, 17).

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Name

Remote commander
You can operate the receiver with the supplied
remote. You can also use the remote to control
the Sony audio/video components that the
remote is assigned to operate (page 57).

RM-AAU017
1
TV ?/1
TV INPUT
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1

?/1

wa
SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE

MUSIC

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL

ql
qk
qj
qh

D.TUNING

CLEAR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

DISPLAY

TOOLS MUTING

>10/

0/10

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
q;

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

qa
qg
qf

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

TUNING +
H

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Function

A TV ?/1
Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at
(on/standby) the same time to turn the TV on
or off.
AV ?/1
Press to turn on or off the Sony
(on/standby) 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).
B ?/1
Press to turn the receiver on or
(on/standby) off.
To turn off all components,
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at
the same time (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
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
assignment following the steps
in “Changing button
assignments” on page 57.
Button

Assigned Sony
component

VIDEO 1

VCR (VTR mode 3)

VIDEO 2

VCR (VTR mode 2)

VIDEO 3

Not assigned

DVD

DVD player

SAT

Digital Satellite
Receiver

SA-CD/CD

Super Audio CD/
CD player

TUNER

Built-in tuner

DMPORT

DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter

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Function

Name

Function

D MOVIE

Press to select sound fields
(MOVIE).

L TV CH +/–

MUSIC

Press to select sound fields
(MUSIC).

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

A.F.D.

Press to select A.F.D. mode.

2CH

Press to select 2CH STEREO
mode.

E AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of
the receiver. Then, use V, v,
B, b and
(P) to perform
menu operations.

F AUTO CAL

Press to activate the Auto
Calibration function (page
25).

G D.TUNING

Press to enter direct tuning
mode.

D.SKIP

Press to skip a disc when
using a multi-disc changer.

H DVD MENU

FM MODE
I ENTER

MEMORY
J MUTING

K TV VOL
+a)/–
MASTER
VOL +a)/–

Press to display the menu of
the DVD player on the TV
screen. Then, use V, v, B, b
and
(P) to perform menu
operations.
Press to select the FM
monaural or stereo reception.
Press to enter the value after
selecting a channel, disc or
track using the numeric
buttons of the TV, VCR or
satellite tuner.
Press to store a station.

PRESET +/–

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

./>b)

Press to skip a track of the CD
player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

REPLAY < / Press to replay the previous
ADVANCE < scene or fast forward the
current scene of the VCR,
DVD player or Blu-ray disc
player.
m/Mb)

Press to
– search tracks in the forward/
reverse direction of the
DVD player.
– start fast forward/rewind of
the VCR, CD player or Bluray disc player.

TUNING +/–

Press to scan a station.

Ha)b)

Press to start playback of the
VCR, CD player, DVD player
or Blu-ray disc player.

Xb)

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

xb)

Press to stop playback of the
VCR, CD player, DVD player
or Blu-ray disc player.

Press to activate the muting
function.
Press MUTING and TV (M)
at the same time to activate
the TV’s muting function.

M TV

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

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

N MENU

Press to display the menu of
the VCR, DVD player,
satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc
player on the TV screen.
Press MENU and TV (M) at
the same time to display the
TV’s menu. Then, use V, v,
B, b and
(P) to perform
menu operations.

Press to adjust the volume
level of all speakers at the
same time.

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Name

Function

Name

O RETURN/
EXIT O

Press to
– return to the previous menu.
– exit the menu while the
menu or on-screen guide of
the VCR, DVD player,
satellite tuner or Blu-ray
disc player is displayed on
the TV screen.
Press RETURN/EXIT O
and TV (M) at the same time
to return to the previous menu
or exit the TV’s menu while
the menu is displayed on the
TV screen.

S >10/

After pressing AMP MENU
(E), DVD MENU (H), or
MENU (N), press V, v, B or
b to select the settings. Then,
press
to enter the selection
for DVD MENU or MENU.
Press
also to enter the
selection of the receiver,
VCR, satellite tuner, CD
player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

T Numeric
buttons
(number 5a))

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

U TV INPUT

Press TV INPUT and TV (M)
at the same time to select the
input signal (TV input or
video input).

,
V/v/B/b

Q DISPLAY

R TOOLS

Press to select information
displayed on the TV screen of
the VCR, satellite tuner, CD
player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.
Press DISPLAY and TV (M)
at the same time to select TV
information displayed on the
TV screen.
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).
Press TOOLS and TV (M) at
the same time to display
options applicable to the TV.

Function
x

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

-/--

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

CLEAR

Press to clear a mistake when
you press the incorrect
numeric button.

SLEEP

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.
b)
This button is also available for DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter operation. For details on
the function of the button, see the operating
instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter.

Notes
• The VIDEO 3 button on the remote is not available
for receiver operation.
• 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.

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1: Installing speakers
Getting Started

This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel
speaker system. 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).

HT-SS1200 only

HT-SF1200 only

AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSub woofer
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSub woofer

Tip
Since the sub woofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.

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Installing the speakers on a flat
surface

Installing the speakers on the
wall

Before you install the speaker and sub woofer,
be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to
prevent vibration or movement as shown in the
illustration below.

You can install your speakers on the wall.

Example of HT-SS1200 front
speaker

Prepare screws (not supplied)
that are suitable for the hook on
the back of each speaker. See
the illustrations below.
4 mm
more than 25 mm

4.5 mm

Hook on the back of the speaker

HT-SF1200 only
You need to attach the supplied foot pads to
the center speaker and sub woofer only.

HT-SS1200 only

Fasten the screws to the wall.
The screws should protrude 5
to 7 mm.

You need to attach the supplied foot pads to all
the speakers and sub woofer.

Installing the speakers on the
speaker stand
HT-SS1200 only
For greater flexibility in positioning the
speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or
WS-FV10D speaker stand (available only in
certain countries). Be sure to detach the screw
from the speaker and use it when you install
the speaker to the speaker stand. For details,
refer to operating instructions supplied with
the speaker stand.

5 to 7 mm

Hang the speakers on the
screws.

HT-SF1200 only
For greater flexibility in positioning the
speakers, use the supplied speaker stand. For
details, refer to supplied speaker stand
installation guide.
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Example of installing the speakers on
the wall
Getting Started

Hook on the back of the speaker
4.5 mm

Notes
• 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.
• For HT-SF1200, if you install the speakers on the
wall, you do not need to attach the supplied
speaker stand.

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2: Connecting speakers
C

SPEAKERS

FRONT R

FRONT L

SUR R

SUR L

CENTER SUBWOOFER

Connector

A
A

A Speaker cord (supplied)
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSub woofer

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Note on speakers

The connector of the speaker cords are the
same color as the speaker jack to be connected.
When connecting a speaker cord, be sure to
match the colored connector to the speaker
jack on the receiver:

To connect the speakers correctly, be sure to
check the type of speakers by referring to the
speaker label* at the rear panel or bottom of
the speakers.

Connector

Speaker jack

Character on
speaker label

Speaker type

Red

FRONT R

Front left

White

FRONT L

Front right

Grey

SUR R

Surround left

Blue

SUR L

Surround right

Green

CENTER

Purple

SUBWOOFER

* The center speaker and sub woofer do not have the
character on the speaker label. For details on the
speaker type, see page 3.

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3: Connecting the audio/
video components

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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.

How to hook up your
components

Super Audio CD player/
CD player

This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver. Before you begin,
refer to “Component to be connected” below
for the pages which describe how to connect
the audio/video components.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page
21).

Audio signal

Component to be connected
To connect

See

Audio components
• Super Audio CD player/
CD player

page 16

Video components
• DVD player/DVD recorder
• Blu-ray disc player
• Satellite tuner/Set-top box
• VCR
• TV

page 17

Components with HDMI jack

page 19

SAT IN

DVD IN

DIGITAL

R
OPT IN

ANTENNA

SAT

OPT IN

VIDEO 1

COAX IN

DVD

AUDIO IN

AUDIO

SA-CD/CD

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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If you connect a DVD recorder

Connecting video components

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio signal

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 2/BD IN

DIGITAL

R
OPT IN

SAT

OPT IN

VIDEO 1

COAX IN

DVD

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD

VIDEO 1

Audio signal
DVD player/DVD recorder

DMPORT

Audio signal
VCR

A Optical digital cord (not supplied)
B Audio cord (not supplied)
C Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

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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 57).

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

ANTENNA

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Notes
• 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.
• 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.
• As this receiver does not have analog audio input
jack for DVD, connect your DVD player to the
DIGITAL COAX IN DVD jack on the receiver.
To output sound from the front left/right speakers
and sub woofer only, press 2CH.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

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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HDMI feature
A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI
can be output from the speakers connected to
the receiver. This signal supports Dolby
Digital, DTS and linear PCM.

HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an
interface which transmits video and audio
signals in digital format.

DVD player

Blu-ray disc player

Audio/video signal

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 2/BD IN

DIGITAL

SAT

OPT IN

VIDEO 1

COAX IN

DVD

Audio/video signal

OUT

HDMI

R
OPT IN

ANTENNA

TV, projector, etc.

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD

VIDEO 1

DMPORT

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.

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Connecting components with
HDMI jacks

Satellite tuner

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If you connect a Blu-ray disc
player
Be sure to change the factory setting of the
VIDEO 2 input button on the remote so that
you can use the button to control your Blu-ray
disc player. For details, see “Changing button
assignments” (page 57).

Notes on HDMI connections
• Use a HDMI cable with the HDMI logo
(made by Sony).
• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack
is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and
HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any
other audio jacks.
• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.
• When you want to listen to the sound from
the TV speaker, set “AUDIO” to
“TV+AMP” in the VIDEO menu (page 39).
If you cannot play back multi channel
software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound
will not output from the TV speaker.
• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a
Super Audio CD are not output.
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the
video and audio of a playback component
are being output to a TV via the receiver. If
the power supply of the receiver is not
turned on, neither video nor audio is
transmitted.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from a HDMI jack
may be suppressed by the connected
component. Check the setup of the
connected component if the image is poor or
the sound does not come out of a component
connected via the HDMI cable.
• Sound may be interrupted when the
sampling frequency or the number of
channels of audio output signals from the
playback component is switched.

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• When the connected component is not
compatible with copyright protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be
distorted or may not be output.
In this case, check the specification of the
connected component.
• Set the resolution of the image of the
playback component to 720p or 1080i when
you output 96 kHz multi channel sound over
a HDMI connection.
• We do not recommend using a HDMI-DVI
conversion cable. When you connect a
HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D
component, the sound and/or the image may
not be output.
• For details on HDMI setup of the connected
component, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the connected
component.

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4: Connecting the antennas
Getting Started

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.
FM wire antenna (supplied)

AM loop antenna (supplied)

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 2/BD IN

DIGITAL

R
OPT IN

ANTENNA

SAT

OPT IN

VIDEO 1

COAX IN

DVD

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD

VIDEO 1

DMPORT

* 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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5: Preparing the receiver
and the remote
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
AC power cord

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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
DMPORT

?/1

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2/BD

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

AUTO CAL MIC

SUR L

CENTER SUBWOOFER

To the wall outlet

Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.

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

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Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAU017 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.
• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons
may be reset to their factory settings. If this
happens, reassign the buttons again (page 57).

6: Calibrating the
appropriate settings
automatically
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
This receiver is equipped with DCAC (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.
• Measure the speaker polarity.
• Measure the frequency characteristics.*
* The measurement result is not utilized for signals
with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz.

The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound
balance in your room. However, you can
adjust the speaker levels and balance manually
according to your preference. For details, see
“7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(TEST TONE)” (page 28).

Tip
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.

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Inserting batteries into the
remote

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Before you perform Auto
Calibration
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set
up and connect the speakers (page 11, 14).
• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not
connect other microphones to this jack.
Doing so may damage the receiver and the
microphone.
• During the calibration, the sound that comes
out of the speakers is very loud. Pay
attention to the presence of children or to the
effect on your neighborhood.
• Perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet
environment to avoid the effect of noise and
to get a more accurate measurement.
• If there are any obstacles in the path between
the optimizer microphone and the speakers,
the calibration cannot be performed
correctly. Remove any obstacles from the
measurement area to avoid measurement
error.

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DMPORT

?/1

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2/BD

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

AUTO CAL MIC

Optimizer
microphone

Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL
MIC jack on the front panel.

Set up the optimizer
microphone.

Note
If the Muting function is on when we perform Auto
Calibration, it will turn off automatically.

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Place the optimizer microphone at your
listening position.You can also use a stool
or tripod so that the optimizer
microphone remains at the same height as
your ears.
Tip
When you face the speaker towards the optimizer
microphone, you will get a more accurate
measurement.

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Performing Auto Calibration

?/1

?/1
switch

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

Input
buttons

SA-CD/CD TUNER

AMP MENU
AUTO CAL

0/10

CLEAR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

F
G

MUTING

The Auto Calibration function will be
canceled when you do the following during the
measurement process:
– Press ?/1 or MUTING.
– Press input buttons on the remote or INPUT
SELECTOR on the receiver.
– Change the volume level.
– Press AUTO CAL again.

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

MASTER
VOL +/–

f
RETURN/EXIT

AUTO CAL

D.TUNING

When Auto Calibration starts:
– Stand some distance 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.

To cancel Auto Calibration

MUSIC

AMP MENU

>10/

Tip

Press AMP MENU, then press
AUTO CAL.
You can also select “A.CAL YES” in the
A. CAL menu.
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]
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds to complete.
The table below shows the display when
measurement starts.
Measurement for

Confirming/saving the
measurement results

Display

Speaker existance

TONE

Speaker gain, distance,
frequency response

T.S.P.

Sub woofer gain and distance

WOOFER

Confirm the measurement
result.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the measurement result
appears on the display.
Measurement Display
result

Explanation

When the
measurement
process
completes
properly

SAVE

Proceed to step
2.

When the
measurement
process fails

ERROR
XXXX

See “When
error codes
appear” (page
26).

Note
You cannot measure the speaker height of the
surround speakers. Set this value using “SUR POS.”
parameters in the SYSTEM menu (page 34).

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TV INPUT
TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1

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Press V/v repeatedly to select
the item. Then, press
.

Error code

Item

Explanation

RETRY

Performs the Auto
Calibration again.

ERROR SW 33 Sub woofer is not connected.
Connect the sub woofer to the
SUBWOOFER terminal.

SAVE

Saves the measurement
results and exits the setting
process.

WARN CHK

Displays warning
concerning the
measurement results. See
“When you select “WARN
CHK”” (page 26).

PHASE

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Displays the phase of each
speaker (in phase/out of
phase). See “When you
select “PHASE”” (page 27).

DISTANCE

Displays the measurement
result for speaker distance.

LEVEL

Displays the measurement
result for speaker level.

EXIT

Exits the setting process
without saving the
measurement results.

Save the measurement result.
Select “SAVE” in step 2.
The measurement results are saved.

ERROR SR 33 Either the left or right surround
speakers is not connected.

ERROR 33

1 Record down the error code.
2 Press , “RETRY Y” appears on the
display.

3 Rectify the error.
For details, see “When error codes appear”
above.
4 Press to perform Auto Calibration again.

When you select “WARN CHK”
If a warning on the measurement result is
present, detailed information is displayed.

Press
to return to step 2 of
“Confirming/saving the
measurement results”.
Warning code Explanation
WARN 40

The Auto Calibration has
completed. However, the noise
level is high. You may be able to
perform the Auto Calibration
properly if you try it again, even
though the measurement cannot
be performed in all environments.
Try to perform the Auto
Calibration in a quiet
environment.

WARN 41

The sound input from the
optimizer microphone is out of
the acceptable range. It is louder
than the loudest sound that can be
measured. Try to perform the
Auto Calibration when the
environment is quiet enough to
allow proper measurement.

Try the remedies and perform the Auto
Calibration again.
Cause and remedies

ERROR 32

None of the speakers were
detected. Make sure that the
optimizer microphone is
connected properly and perform
the Auto Calibration again.
If the optimizer microphone is
connected properly but the error
code appears, the optimizer
microphone cable may be
damaged or improperly connected.

ERROR F 33

• None of the front speakers are
connected or only one front
speaker is connected.
• The optimizer microphone is not
connected.

Wrong speaker detection due to
noise. Make sure the environment
is quiet during Auto Calibration.

To rectify the error

When error codes appear

Error code

Cause and remedies

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Warning code Explanation
WARN 42

NO WARN

The distance and position of a sub
woofer cannot be detected. This
may be caused by noise. Try to
perform the Auto Calibration in a
quiet environment.
There is no warning information.

When you select “PHASE”
You can check the phase of each speaker (in
phase/out of phase).

Press V/v repeatedly to select a
speaker, then press
to return to
step 2 in “Confirming/saving the
measurement results”.
Display

Explanation

xx* IN

The speaker is in phase.

xx* OUT

The speaker is out of phase. The
“+” and “–” terminals of the
speaker may be connected the
other way around.

* xx represent a speaker channel
FL
Front left
FR
Front right
C
Center
SL
Surround left
SR
Surround right
SW Sub woofer

After you have finished
Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the
receiver.
Note
If you have changed the position of the speakers, it
is recommended you to perform Auto Calibration
again in order to enjoy the surround sound.

A. CAL menu parameters
You can use the A. CAL menu to make
settings for the Auto Calibration function to
suit your preference.
Select “8-A. CAL” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

x AUTO CAL (Auto Calibration on/
off)

• A.CAL NO
The Auto Calibration function is turned off.
• A.CAL YES
The Auto Calibration function start.

x CAL LOAD (Calibration load)*

• LOAD YES
Select this when you want to load the saved
Auto Calibration result.
• LOAD NO
Select this when you do not want to load the
saved Auto Calibration result.
* You can select this parameter only when you have
performed the Auto Calibration and saved the
settings.

Tip
Depending on the position of the sub woofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
However, there will be no problems even if you
continue to use the receiver with that value.

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WARN 43

The volume of the receiver is out
of the acceptable range. Try to
perform the Auto Calibration
when the environment is quiet
enough to allow proper
measurement.

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7: Adjusting the speaker
levels and balance

Tip
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency
centered at 800 Hz.
2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

AMP MENU

5
8

>10/

0/10

CLEAR

6
9

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

2-5

For details, see “Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)” (page 36).

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

To turn off the test tone

g
f

MASTER
VOL +/–

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

Adjust the speaker levels and
balance using the LEVEL menu
so that the level of the test tone
sounds the same from each
speaker.

• 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.

D.TUNING

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

Tips

AUTO CAL

Press 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

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

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Repeat steps 1 to 5 above. Then, select
“T. TONE N” in step 5.

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

Press
menu.

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

Press
or b to enter the
parameter.

or b to enter the

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Playback

Selecting a component
?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MUSIC

AMP MENU

Selected input
[Display]

Components that can
be played back

DMPORT
[DMPORT]

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter connected to
DMPORT jack

VIDEO 1
[VIDEO 1]

VCR, etc., connected to
the VIDEO 1 jack

VIDEO 2
[VIDEO 2/BD]*

Blu-ray disc player, etc.,
connected to the VIDEO
2/BD jack

DVD
[DVD]

DVD player, etc.,
connected to DVD jack

SAT
[SAT]

Satellite tuner, set-top
box, etc., connected to
SAT jack

TV
[TV]

TV, etc., connected to TV
jack

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

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

AUTO CAL

>10/

0/10

CLEAR

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

MUTING

F
G

TUNER
Built-in radio tuner
[FM or AM band]

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

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.

* “VIDEO 2/BD” scrolls across the display,
then “VIDEO 2” appears.

Turn on the component and
start playback.

Press MASTER VOL +/– to
adjust the volume.
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.

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

To avoid damaging your
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
down the volume level.

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TV ?/1
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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
TV INPUT
TV ?/1
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MUSIC

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL

8
0/10

CLEAR

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2/BD

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

D.TUNING

AUTO CAL MIC

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

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

DMPORT

?/1

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

>10/

2
3
5

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 44
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 42 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 ?/1
TV INPUT
SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1

?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

2
3
DMPORT

AMP MENU

4
7

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

D.TUNING

AUTO CAL MIC

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

0/10

CLEAR

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

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

VIDEO 2/BD

>10/

VIDEO 1

?/1

AUTO CAL

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 audio format of the
disc to be played, if necessary.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the movie/music. Refer to
page 44 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.

Set up the DVD player.
Refer to “Quick Setup Guide” supplied with the receiver.

6
7
8

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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To return to the previous
display

Amplifier Operations

Press B.

Navigating through
menus

To exit the menu
Press AMP MENU.

By using the amplifier menus, you can make
various adjustments to customize the receiver.
2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

AMP MENU

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Note
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
on the display. This means that they are either
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

AUTO CAL

>10/

0/10

CLEAR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

2-6

D.TUNING

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 V/v repeatedly to select
the menu you want.

Press
menu.

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

Press
or b to enter the
parameter.

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

or b to enter the

The setting is entered automatically.

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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
menus, see page 32.
Parameters
[Display]

Settings

Initial setting

LEVEL
[1-LEVEL]
(page 36)

Test tonea)
[T. TONE]

T. TONE Y, T. TONE N

T. TONE N

Front speaker balancea)
[FRT BAL]

BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +10,
BALANCE
BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +10

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

TONE
[2-TONE]
(page 37)

Front speaker bass level
[BASS LVL]

BASS –10 dB to BASS +10 dB
(0.5 dB step)

BASS 0 dB

Front speaker treble level
[TRE LVL]

TRE –10 dB to TRE +10 dB
(0.5 dB step)

TRE 0 dB

SUR
[3-SUR]
(page 37)

Sound field selectiona)
[S.F. SELCT]

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

Effect levela)b)
[EFFECT]

EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD,
EFCT. MAX

EFCT. STD

FM station receiving modea)
[FM MODE]

FM AUTO, FM MONO

FM AUTO

TUNER
[4-TUNER]
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Amplifier Operations

Menu
[Display]

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Menu
[Display]

Parameters
[Display]

Settings

Initial setting

AUDIO
[5-AUDIO]
(page 38)

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

DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM

DEC. AUTO
for:
VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2/BD,
SAT, TV,
DVD;
DEC. PCM for:
SA-CD/CD

Digital broadcast language
selectiona)
[DUAL]

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

DUAL M

Synchronizes audio with video
outputa)
[A.V. SYNC.]

A.V.SYNC. 0 to A.V.SYNC. 20

A.V.SYNC. 0

Digital audio input assignmenta) For details, see page 55.
[D. ASSIGN]
Switching the audio input
modea) [IN MODE]

For details, see page 52.

VIDEO
[6-VIDEO]
(page 39)

HDMI AUDIOa)c)
[AUDIO]

AMP, TV+AMP

AMP

HDMI CONTROLa)c)
[CONTROL]

CTRL ON, CTRL OFF

CTRL OFF

SYSTEM
[7-SYSTEM]
(page 40)

Front left speaker distancea)d)
[FL DIST.]

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Front right speaker distancea)d) DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
[FR DIST.]
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Center speaker distancea)d)
[CNT DIST.]

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Surround left speaker
distancea)d)
[SL DIST.]

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Surround right speaker
distancea)d)
[SR DIST.]

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Sub woofer distancea)d)
[SW DIST.]

DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m
(0.1 m step)

DIST. 3.0 m

Surround speaker positiona)
[SUR POS.]

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

SIDE/LO

Brightness of the displaya)
[DIMMER]

0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim

0% dim

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Menu
[Display]

Parameters
[Display]

Settings

Initial setting

A. CAL
[8-A. CAL]
(page 27)

Auto calibration on/offa)e)
[AUTO CAL]

A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO

A.CAL NO

Calibration loada)d)
[CAL LOAD]

LOAD NO, LOAD YES

LOAD YES

a) For

details, refer to the page in the parentheses.
The surround effect is not available for 2CH STEREO and A.F.D. mode.
c) When you select this parameter, the “HDMI” indicator flashes in the display.
d) When you set “CAL LOAD” in A. CAL menu to “LOAD YES”, the setting is displayed as x.xx m and you
can adjust the setting in 0.01 meter increment.
e) After you have select the setting, press
to confirm the selection.
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Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)
You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the
balance and level of each speaker.
Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

LEVEL menu parameters
x T. TONE (Test tone)

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 28).

x FRT BAL (Front speaker
balance)

Lets you adjust the balance between front left
and right speakers.

x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)

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x D. RANGE (Dynamic range
compressor)

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.
Tip
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 SL LVL (Surround left speaker
level)
x SR LVL (Surround right speaker
level)
x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)

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Adjusting the tone
(TONE menu)

TONE menu parameters
x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass
level)
x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble
level)

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 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

SUR menu parameters
x S.F. SELCT (Sound field
selection)

Lets you select the sound field you want. For
details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
42).
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.
• 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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You can use the TONE menu to adjust the
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers.
Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

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Settings for the tuner

Settings for the audio

(TUNER menu)

(AUDIO menu)

You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM
station receiving mode.
Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

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 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

TUNER menu parameters

AUDIO menu parameters

x FM MODE (FM station receiving
mode)

x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input
decoding priority)

• 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.

Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
signal input to the DIGITAL IN and HDMI 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”.
When signals from the HDMI IN jack are
selected, only PCM signals are output from
the connected player. When signals in other
format are received, 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)

x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio
with video output)
Lets you delay the audio output so that the
time gap between the audio output and visual
display is minimized. You can adjust from
0 (0 ms) to 20 (200 ms) in 1 (10 ms) steps.
Notes
• This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma monitor or a projector.
• This parameter is not valid when the multi-channel
PCM signals are received via a HDMI IN jack.

x D. ASSIGN (Digital audio input
assignment)

Lets you assign the digital audio input to other
input source. For details, see “Listening to
digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL
ASSIGN)” (page 55).

x IN MODE (Switching the audio
input mode)

Lets you set the audio input mode of inputs.
For details, see “Switching between digital
and analog audio (IN MODE)” (page 52).

Settings for the video
(VIDEO menu)
You can use the VIDEO menu to make various
adjustments for HDMI settings.
Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

VIDEO menu parameters
x AUDIO (HDMI AUDIO)*

Lets you set the HDMI audio output from the
playback component connected to the receiver
via a HDMI connection.
• AMP
The HDMI audio signals from the playback
component is only output to speakers
connected to the receiver. Multi-channel
sound can be played back as it is.
Note
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s
speakers.

• TV+AMP
The sound is output from TV’s speaker and
the speakers connected to the receiver.
Notes
• The sound quality of the playback component
depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the
number of channels, and the sampling
frequency, etc. When the TV has stereo
speakers, the sound output from the receiver is
also stereo as that of the TV, even if you play
multi-channel software.
• When you connect the receiver to a video
component (projector, etc.), sound may not be
output from the receiver. In this case, select
“AMP”.

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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.

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x CONTROL (HDMI CONTROL)*

Lets you turn the HDMI CONTROL function
on or off.
For details, refer to the HDMI CONTROL
Guide supplied with the receiver.
* When you select this parameter, the “HDMI”
indicator flashes in the display.

Settings for the system
(SYSTEM menu)
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the
distance of the speakers connected to this
system.
Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus.
For details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Navigating through menus” (page 32) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 33).

SYSTEM menu parameters
x FL DIST. (Front left speaker
distance)
x FR DIST. (Front right speaker
distance)
x CNT DIST. (Center speaker
distance)
x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker
distance)
x SR DIST. (Surround right
speaker distance)
x SW DIST. (Sub woofer distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the speakers and sub woofer.

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Tips

x SUR POS. (Surround speaker
position)

Lets you specify the location of your surround
speakers for proper implementation of the
surround effects in the CINEMA STUDIO EX
modes (page 45).

Amplifier Operations

• If you set “CAL LOAD” in A. CAL menu to
“LOAD YES”, you can adjust the speakers
distance in 0.01 meter increment.
• The distance between the center speaker and the
listening position B cannot be more than 1.5
meters closer than the one between the listening
position and the front speaker A. Place the
speakers so that the difference in the length of B
in the following diagram is no more than 1.5
meters closer than the length of A.
Example: Adjust the distance B to 4.5 meters or
more when the distance A is 6 meters.
Also, the distance between the surround speakers
and the listening position C cannot be more than
4.5 meters closer than the distance between the
listening position and the front speakers A. Place
the speakers so that the difference in the length of
C in the following diagram is no more than 4.5
meters closer than the length of A.
Example: Adjust the distance C to 1.5 meters or
more when the distance A is 6 meters.
This is important because incorrect speaker
placement is not conductive to the enjoyment of
surround sound. Please note that placing the
speakers closer than the required will cause a delay
in the output of the sound from that speaker. In
other words, the speaker will sound like it is
farther away.

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

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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.

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.
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

A.F.D.

MUSIC

AMP MENU

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
the sound field you want.
You can also use SOUND FIELD +/– on the
receiver.
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
43).

x DIMMER (Brightness of the
display)

Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

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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)

Presents 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.

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
[DOLBY PL]

(Multi Stereo)

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.

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Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE 5 channel
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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.
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MOVIE

MUSIC

2CH

MUSIC

AMP MENU

A.F.D.

AUTO CAL

MOVIE

Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a
sound field for movies or press
MUSIC repeatedly to select a
sound field for music.
You can also use SOUND FIELD +/– on the
receiver.
For details, see “Types of sound field
available” (page 45).

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Types of sound field available
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.

PORTABLE AUDIO
[PORTABLE]

Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable
audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other
compressed music.

HALL [HALL]

Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

Music

JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ]

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

LIVE CONCERT
[CONCERT]

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

About DCS (Digital Cinema
Sound)

About CINEMA STUDIO EX
modes

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 film makers can be experienced at
home.

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.

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Sound field
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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 in the following cases:
– For signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 48 kHz.
– The multi channel PCM signals are received via
a HDMI IN jack.

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

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 only.
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.

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”.

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MUSIC

2CH
AMP MENU

Press 2CH.
You can also use SOUND FIELD +/– on the
receiver.

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

1,2

2
DMPORT

?/1

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2/BD

DVD

SAT

SA-CD/CD

MASTER VOLUME

TUNER

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

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 21).

MUTING

AUTO CAL MIC

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Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver.

“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and
all sound fields are reset to their initial
setting.

The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending
on the area code as shown in the following table. For
details on area codes, see page 3.
Area code

CEL, CEK

50 kHz

9 kHz

Tuner Operations

While holding down SOUND
FIELD +, press ?/1.

Tip

Automatic tuning
SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MUSIC

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL

>10/

0/10

CLEAR

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

FM MODE

TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

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

TUNING +
H

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

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Direct tuning
You can enter the frequency of a station
directly by using the numeric buttons.
SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
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.

SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

AMP MENU

In case of poor FM stereo
reception
If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST”
flashes on the display, select monaural audio
so that the sound will be less distorted.
To select monaural audio, you can
– press FM MODE repeatedly until the
“MONO” indicator lights up on the display.
– set “FM MODE” in TUNER menu to “FM
MONO” (page 38).
To return to stereo mode, you can
– press FM MODE repeatedly until the
“MONO” indicator on the display do not
light up.
– set “FM MODE” in TUNER menu to “FM
AUTO” (page 38).

SAT

DVD

AUTO CAL

>10/

CLEAR

0/10

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

2
4

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

2
3

Press D.TUNING.
Press the numeric buttons to
enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Select 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.

Press ENTER.

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.

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Presetting radio stations

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

5
1

MUSIC

AMP MENU

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

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

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

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

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Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset
another station.

AUTO CAL

0/10

CLEAR

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

Tuner Operations

>10/

D.TUNING

3,5

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

g
f

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

PRESET
+/–

TUNING +
H

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 47) or direct
tuning (page 48).
Switch the FM reception mode, if
necessary (page 48).

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

Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)

SYSTEM STANDBY

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3

SAT

2CH

A.F.D.

MOVIE

DVD

SA-CD/CD TUNER

MUSIC

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL

Numeric
buttons

CLEAR
DISPLAY

TOOLS MUTING

0/10

ENTER

TV VOL
MASTER VOL

Receiving RDS broadcasts

TUNING –

TUNING +
H

Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.

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

• RDS is operable only for FM stations.
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they provide the same type of services. If you are
not familiar with the RDS services in your area,
check with your local radio stations for details.

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

This receiver also allows you to use RDS
(Radio Data System), which enables radio
stations to send additional information along
with the regular program signal. You can
display RDS information.
Notes

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE

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04
29

...

Simply select a station on the FM
band using direct tuning (page 48),
automatic tuning (page 47), or
preset tuning (page 50).
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, “RDS” lights up and the program
service name appears on the display.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned
to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if
the signal strength is weak.

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

Using the controls on the
receiver
1 Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.

2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset
station you want.

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Displaying RDS information
While receiving an RDS station,
press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, RDS
information on the display changes cyclically
as follows:
Program Service name t Frequency t
Program Type indicationa) t Radio Text
indicationb) t Current Time indication (in
24-hour system mode) t Sound field
currently applied t Volume level
a) Type
b) Text

of program being broadcast (page 51).
messages sent by the RDS station.

Program type Description
indication
Other types of programs such as
celebrity interviews, panel
games, and comedy

POP M

Popular music programs

ROCK M

Rock music programs

EASY M

Easy Listening

LIGHT M

Instrumental, vocal, and choral
music

CLASSICS

Performances of major
orchestras, chamber music,
opera, etc.

OTHER M

Music that does not fit into any
categories above, such as Rhythm
& Blues and Reggae

WEATHER

Weather information

FINANCE

Stock market reports and trading,
etc.

CHILDREN

Programs for children

SOCIAL

Programs about people and the
things that affect them

RELIGION

Programs of religious content

Description of program types

PHONE IN

Program type Description
indication

Programs where members of the
public express their views by
phone or in a public forum

TRAVEL

Programs about travel. Not for
announcements that are located
by TP/TA.

NEWS

News programs

AFFAIRS

Topical programs that expand on
current news

LEISURE

INFO

Programs offering information on
a wide spectrum of subjects,
including consumer affairs and
medical advice

Programs on recreational
activities such as gardening,
fishing, cooking, etc.

JAZZ

Jazz programs

COUNTRY

Country music programs

SPORT

Sports programs

NATION M

EDUCATE

Educational programs, such as
“how-to” and advice programs

Programs featuring the popular
music of the country or region

OLDIES

Programs featuring oldies music

DRAMA

Radio plays and serials

FOLK M

Folk music programs

Programs about national or
regional culture, such as language
and social concerns

DOCUMENT

Investigative features

NONE

Any programs not defined above

CULTURE

SCIENCE

Programs about the natural
sciences and technology

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Tuner Operations

VARIED

Notes
• If there is an emergency announcement by
government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the
display.
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,
the message scrolls across the display.
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS
service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”)
appears on the display.

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x COAX IN

Other Operations

Switching between
digital and analog audio
(IN MODE)

x OPT IN

Specifies the digital audio signals input to the
DIGITAL OPT IN jack.

x ANALOG

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

Specifies the digital audio signals input to the
DIGITAL COAX IN jack.

Press AMP MENU.

Specifies the analog audio signals input to the
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
Note
Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

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

Press
menu.

Press V/v repeatedly to select
“IN MODE”.

Press
or b to enter the
parameter.

Press V/v repeatedly to select
the audio input you want.

or b to enter the

To return to the previous display
Press B.

Audio input modes
x 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.

x HDMI IN

Specifies the audio signals input to the HDMI
jack.

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Enjoying the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT)
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio source or
computer.
By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound
from the connected component on the
receiver.
For details, see the operating instructions
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter.
Notes

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
You can listen to the sound from the
component connected through the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack
on the receiver.
You can also view the images on the TV
screen by connecting the video output of the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the video
input of the TV.

SAT IN

DVD IN

VIDEO 2/BD IN

R
COAX IN

DVD

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO IN

SA-CD/CD

VIDEO 1

DMPORT

Other Operations

• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned
on.
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, video output may not be possible.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are
available for purchase depending on the area.

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A
DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT
adapter

* The type of connector varies depending on the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
For details, see the operating instructions supplied
with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

A Video cord (not supplied)

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To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter from DMPORT
jack
1
2

Listening to a connected
component through DMPORT
connection

ORT

Start playback of the connected
component.
The sound is played back on the receiver.
For details, see the operating instructions
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter.

Notes
• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the
arrow mark facing toward the arrow mark on the
DMPORT jack.
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly,
insert the connector straight in.
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when
placing or moving the receiver.

Press DMPORT.
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR
on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.

DMP

Press and hold both sides of the connector and
then pull out the connector.

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Note
Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, you can operate the connected component
by using the remote. For details on remote button
operation, see page 8.

Tip
When listening to MP3 or other compressed music
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the
sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
“PORTABLE” (page 44).

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Listening to digital sound
from other inputs

Press
or b to enter the
parameter.

Press V/v repeatedly to select
the digital audio input you want
to reassign (for example, “VD1
OPT”).

Press
or b to enter your
selection.

Press V/v repeatedly to select
the input you want the digital
audio input selected in step 6 to
be reassigned to (for example,
“VD1–DVD”).

(DIGITAL ASSIGN)
You can reassign digital audio input that has
OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN,VIDEO 1
IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when
they are not currently being used.
For example, to output the sound source for
the DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack
on the receiver:
• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD
player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN jack of
the receiver.
• Assign “VD1 OPT” to DVD function in the
“D. ASSIGN” setting.
A.F.D.

MOVIE

MUSIC

AMP MENU

AUTO CAL

>10/

0/10

CLEAR

To return to the previous display
Press B.

D.TUNING

D.SKIP
MEMORY DVD MENU
ENTER
FM MODE
TOOLS MUTING

DISPLAY

2-8

The input you can reassign to varies for
each digital audio input. For details, see
“Assignable inputs for digital audio
input” (page 56) .

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 V/v repeatedly to select
“5-AUDIO”.

Press
menu.

Press V/v repeatedly to select
“D. ASSIGN”.

or b to enter the

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Other Operations

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Assignable inputs for digital
audio input
The initial setting is marked with an
underscore.

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Using the Sleep Timer

Digital audio Assignable
input
inputs
[Display]

Display

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

VIDEO 1
OPTICAL
[VD1 OPT]

VIDEO 1

VD1– VD1

Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.

VIDEO 2/BD

VD1– VD2

DVD

VD1– DVD

VD1– TV

SA-CD/CD

VD1– CD

DVD
VIDEO 1
COAXIAL
[DVD COAX] VIDEO 2/BD
DVD

DVD– VD1
DVD– VD2
DVD– DVD

SAT

DVD– SAT

DVD– TV

SA-CD/CD

DVD– CD

SAT OPTICAL VIDEO 2/BD
[SAT OPT]
DVD

SAT– VD2
SAT– DVD

SAT

SAT– SAT

SAT– TV

SA-CD/CD

SAT– CD

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

t OFF

When sleep timer is activated, the display dims
and “SLEEP” indicator lights up.
Note
If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver
after the display dims, the display brightens up.
After a while, the display dims again if no button is
pressed.

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.

Notes
• You cannot reassign several digital audio inputs to
the same input.
• You cannot use the digital audio input for the
original input when it is reassigned to another
input.
• When you reassign the digital audio input, you may
need to adjust the IN MODE setting in order to
output the sound from the receiver (page 52).
• You cannot reassign the digital audio input to
TUNER and DMPORT.

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Using the Remote

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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 VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver,
you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote
to control the DVD recorder.

Hold down the input button of
which you want to change the
assignment.
Example: Hold down VIDEO 1.

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

VCR (command mode VTR 3)

VCR (command mode VTR 2)a) 2
DVD player/DVD recorder
(command mode DVD1)b)

DVD recorder
(command mode DVD3)b)

CD player

Euro Digital Satellite Receiver

DVR (Digital CATV terminal)

DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 8
Blu-ray disc player
(command mode BD1)c)

Blu-ray disc recorder
(command mode BD3)c)

0/10

-/--

Not assigned

ENTER/
MEMORY

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 DVD1 or
DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.
c)
For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray
disc player or Blu-ray disc recorder.

To clear all remote button
assignments
Press ?/1, DMPORT 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 VIDEO 1 button to
control the DVD recorder.

Press
a)

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Glossary
x Dolby Digital

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

x Dolby Pro Logic II

This technology converts 2 channel stereo
recorded audio into 5.1 channel 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 5.1
channel 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 4 channel surround
sound. This is the most common audio
processing method for DVD-video.

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x HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is an interface that supports both video
and audio on a single digital connection. The
HDMI connection carries standard to high
definition video signals and multi-channel
audio signals to audio/video components, such
as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form
without degradation. The HDMI specification
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Contents Protection), a copy protection
technology that incorporates coding
technology for digital video signals.

x Sampling frequency

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 TSP (Time Stretched Pulse)

A TSP signal is a highly precise measuring
signal that utilizes impulse energy, measuring
a wide band, from low to high, in a short
period.
The amount of energy used to measure signals
is important to ensure measurement accuracy
in a normal indoor environment. Using TSP
signals makes it possible to measure signals
effectively.

x DTS Digital Surround

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
for theaters developed by DTS, 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
• 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.
• 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 TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the
receiver is being used in combination with a
TV, 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.

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

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.

If you encounter color
irregularity on a nearby TV
screen
The front speakers, center speaker 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 11).

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

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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.

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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem.

Audio
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.

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 securely.
• Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set
to “VOL MIN”.
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting
function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with the input buttons on the
remote or INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver.
• The protective device on the receiver has
been activated. Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and
turn on the power again.
• Check that the IN MODE setting is
correct.
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 with the input buttons on the
remote or INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver.

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There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
• 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).
The source sound input to the HDMI
jack on the receiver is not output from
the TV speaker.
• Check the setting of HDMI AUDIO in the
VIDEO menu (page 39).
• Check the HDMI connection.
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD
by connecting HDMI.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with each component.
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 (page 36).

There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/
surround speakers.
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode
(page 45).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 28).
• Check that the speakers are connected
securely.
There is no sound from the sub woofer.
• Check that the sub woofer is connected
correctly and securely.
The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
• Make sure you have selected a sound field
with MOVIE or MUSIC button.
• 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 (the settings for the
audio output) of the connected component.

There is pop noise from a specific
component connected to this receiver
when you turn on the component.
• Check that the IN MODE is not set to
“AUTO IN” for the selected input (page
52).

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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
3 m (10 ft) away from a TV set or
fluorescent light.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with
alcohol.

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Video
There is no picture or an unclear
picture appears on the TV screen or
monitor.
• Make sure you have connected the video
output of your video component to the TV.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
The source image input to the HDMI
jack on the receiver is not output from
the TV.
• Check the HDMI connection.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with each component.

Tuner
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.

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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 (page 48).
• 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 49).
RDS does not work.
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM
RDS station.
• Select a stronger FM station.
The RDS information that you want
does not appear.
• Contact the radio station and find out
whether they actually provide the service
in question. If so, the service may be
temporarily out of order.

Remote control

Outdoor FM antenna

Receiver
AM

Ground wire
(not supplied)

ANTENNA

To ground

The remote does not function.
• For receiver operation, you can only use
the DISPLAY button when the TUNER
input is selected.
• 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.
• The VIDEO 3 button on the remote is not
available for receiver operation.

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Error messages
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 “When error codes
appear” (page 26) to solve the problem.
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.

If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
the problem (page 22). 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

Reference sections for clearing
the receiver’s memory
To clear

See

All memorized settings

page 22

Customized sound fields

page 47

Amplifier section

Power Output1)
Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W
(3 ohms at 1 kHz,
THD 1%)
Surround mode (reference)
RMS Output
(3 ohms at 1 kHz,
THD 10%)
FRONT2): 143 W/ch
CENTER2): 143 W
SUR2): 143 W/ch
(1.5 ohms at 80 Hz,
THD 10%)
SUBWOOFER2): 285 W
1) Measured

under the following conditions:

Area code

Power requirements

CEL, CEK

230 V AC, 50 Hz

2) Reference power output for front, center, surround

speakers and sub woofer. Depending on the sound
field settings and the source, there may be no
sound output.

Inputs
Analog
Sensitivity: 1 V/50 kohms
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms
Tone
Gain levels
±10 dB, 0.5 dB step
Reproduction frequency range:
28 – 20,000 Hz

FM tuner section

Tuning range
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna
FM wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
10.7 MHz

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Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if
service personnel changes some parts during
repair, these parts may be retained.

Specifications

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AM tuner section

Tuning range
Models of area code CEL, CEK
With 9-kHz tuning scale:
531 – 1,602 kHz
Antenna
Loop antenna
Intermediate frequency
450 kHz

General

Power requirements
Area code

Power requirements

CEL, CEK

230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
DC OUT:
5 V, 700 mA
Power consumption
Area code

Power consumption

CEL, CEK

165 W

Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.3 W (When
“CONTROL” in VIDEO
menu is set to “CTRL
OFF”)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
430 × 66.5 × 335 mm
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.)
3.6 kg

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Speaker section
HT-SF1200 only
• Front speakers (SS-MSP2200)
• Center speaker (SS-CNP2200)
• Surround speakers (SS-SRP2200)
Front speakers
2 way, magnetically
shielded
Center speaker
Full range, magnetically
shielded
Surround speakers Full range
Speaker units
Front speakers
65 mm cone type,
25 mm Balance Dome
Tweeter
Center speaker
65 mm cone type
Surround speakers 65 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Bass reflex
Rated Impedance
3.0 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers
92 × 538 × 74 mm
300 × 1,229 (max.) ×
300 mm with stand
Center speaker
260 × 91 × 80 mm
Mass (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers
1.1 kg
2.8 kg with stand
Center speaker
0.6 kg
• Sub woofer (SS-WP2200)
Speaker system
Magnetically shielded
Speaker unit
160 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Bass reflex
Rated Impedance
1.5 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
196 × 320 × 400 mm
including front panel
Mass (Approx.)
5.6 kg

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HT-SS1200 only
• Front speakers (SS-MSP1200)
• Center speaker (SS-CNP1200)
• Surround speakers (SS-SRP1200)
Front/center speakers
Full range, magnetically
shielded
Surround speakers Full range
Speaker units
57 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Bass reflex
Rated Impedance
3.0 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers
80 × 150 × 88 mm
Center speaker
250 × 85 × 88 mm
Mass (Approx.)
Front speakers
0.5 kg
Center speaker
0.7 kg
Surround speakers 0.4 kg
• Sub woofer (SS-WP1200)
Speaker system
Magnetically shielded
Speaker unit
160 mm cone type
Enclosure type
Bass reflex
Rated Impedance
1.5 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
200 × 382 × 337 mm
including front panel
Mass (Approx.)
4.5 kg

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Supplied accessories

FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander RM-AAU017 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
Speaker cords (5)
Coaxial digital cord (1)
Foot pads
• Speakers
– HT-SS1200 only (20)
– HT-SF1200 only (4)
• Sub woofer (4)
Screws (silver) (HT-SF1200 only) (8)
Screws (black) (HT-SF1200 only) (8)

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

Supplied speakers
Front speakers (2)
Center speaker (1)
Surround speakers (2)
Sub woofer (1)

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Index
Numerics

2 channel 46
2CH STEREO 46
5.1 channel 11

VCR
connecting 17

Menu
A. CAL 27
AUDIO 38
LEVEL 36
SUR 37
SYSTEM 40
TONE 37
TUNER 38
VIDEO 39
Muting 29

Blu-ray disc player
connecting 19

A
AUTO CALIBRATION 23
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
(A.F.D.) 42

C
CD player
connecting 16
playback 30

RDS 50

DIGITAL ASSIGN 55
Digital Cinema Sound
(DCS) 45
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
connecting 53
Dolby Digital 58
DVD player
connecting 17
playback 31
DVD recorder
connecting 17

Satellite tuner/Set-top box
connecting 17
Selecting
component 29
sound field 44
Sleep Timer 56
Sound fields
resetting 47
selecting 44
Speakers
connecting 14
installing 11
Super Audio CD player
connecting 16
playback 30

Error messages 63

H
HDMI
connecting 19

I
IN MODE 52
Initial setup 22

TEST TONE 28
Tuner
connecting 21
Tuning
automatically 47
directly 48
to preset stations 50
TV
connecting 17

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