HT-DDW960 - Home Theater SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Home Theater System
Brand	Sony
Model	HT-DDW960
Channels	5.1
Amplifier Power (Total)	1000 W (RMS)
Supported Audio Formats	Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II
HDMI Inputs	2
HDMI Output	1
Optical Audio Input	1
Coaxial Audio Input	1
Analog Audio Inputs	3 (RCA)
Speaker Impedance	8 ohms
Frequency Response	20 Hz – 20 kHz
Receiver Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 84 x 315 mm
Receiver Weight	5.2 kg
Front Speaker Dimensions (each)	280 x 1000 x 280 mm
Front Speaker Weight (each)	3.5 kg
Center Speaker Dimensions	280 x 100 x 280 mm
Center Speaker Weight	1.8 kg
Surround Speaker Dimensions (each)	280 x 1000 x 280 mm
Surround Speaker Weight (each)	3.5 kg
Subwoofer Dimensions	280 x 315 x 315 mm
Subwoofer Weight	8.0 kg
Power Consumption	150 W (operating), 0.5 W (standby)
Remote Control	Included
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with dry, soft cloth; avoid solvents
Safety	Do not expose to moisture; use only supplied accessories
Spare Parts Availability	Contact Sony support or authorized service centers

Frequently Asked Questions - HT-DDW960 SONY

How do I connect my TV to the HT-DDW960?

Use an HDMI cable from your TV's HDMI ARC output to the receiver's HDMI ARC input. Alternatively, use an optical cable from TV to the receiver's optical input.

How can I set up the speakers for optimal surround sound?

Place the front speakers at ear level, center speaker above or below the TV, surround speakers at sides slightly behind listening position, and subwoofer in a corner. Run the auto-calibration feature using the included microphone.

Why is there no sound from the speakers?

Check that the system is on the correct input, all cables are securely connected, and the speakers are set to On in the audio menu. Also ensure the mute function is off.

Can I use Bluetooth to stream music?

The HT-DDW960 does not have built-in Bluetooth. You can connect an external Bluetooth adapter via the analog audio input.

How do I reset the system to factory settings?

Turn off the system, then press and hold the POWER button while pressing DVD on the remote. Release when 'RESET' appears on the display.

What is the maximum power output per channel?

The system delivers 1000 W total RMS. Each front/surround channel provides about 150 W (6 ohms), center 150 W, and subwoofer 100 W.

How do I clean the system?

Unplug the system. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use any chemical cleaners or water directly on the unit.

Can I connect a gaming console?

Yes, connect your gaming console via HDMI to an available HDMI input on the receiver, or use optical/coaxial audio if supported.

Why is the remote control not working?

Check the batteries and replace if needed. Ensure there are no obstructions between the remote and the receiver. Try pressing the device buttons on the front panel to verify the system responds.

What should I do if the system overheats?

Turn off the system and unplug it. Allow it to cool down for at least 30 minutes. Ensure ventilation around the receiver is not blocked. If issue persists, contact Sony support.

USER MANUAL HT-DDW960 SONY

Operating Instructions

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ____ Serial No. ____

HT-DDW960

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don't place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Don't throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly as chemical waste.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

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

Note to CATV system installer:

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

ENERGY STAR ^® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR ^® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ^® guidelines for energy efficiency.

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW960. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, see pages 38–45.

The HT-DDW960 consists of:

• Receiver STR-K6800P
• Speaker system
• Front/surround/surround back SS-MSP88 speaker
  – Center speaker SS-CNP88
• Sub woofer SA-WMSP68

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”, “DTS-ES” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

1: Check how to hookup your components....5

1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks .....7

1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks..... 10

1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks......12

2: Connecting the antennas .....14

3: Connecting speakers .....15

4: Connecting the AC power cord ..... 17

5: Setting up the speakers 18

6: Setting up the sub woofer .....20

7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance 20 — TEST TONE

Amplifier Operation

Selecting the component......21

Listening to multi channel sound...... 22 — MULTI CH IN

Listening to FM/AM radio....22

Presetting radio stations ....23

Changing the display....24

About the indications in the display.....25

Enjoying Surround Sound

Using only the front speakers and sub woofer....26

— 2CH STEREO

Enjoying higher fidelity sound......26

— AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

Selecting a sound field ......27

Selecting the surround back decoding mode ....29

— SURR BACK DECODING

Advanced Adjustments and Settings

Switching the audio input mode for digital components .... 31 — INPUT MODE

Customizing sound fields 31

Adjusting the tone.... 33

Advanced settings.... 33

Other Operations

Naming preset stations and inputs...... 35

Using the Sleep Timer 35

Selecting the speaker system ...... 36

Recording 36

Operations Using the Remote RM-PP860

Before you use your remote.... 38

Remote button description.... 38

Selecting the command mode of the remote.... 42

Programming the remote 42

Additional Information

Precautions 46

Troubleshooting...... 47

Specifications 49

List of button locations and reference pages.... 52

Index 53

Getting Started

1: Check how to hookup your components

Steps 1a through 1c beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Connectable components” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.

After hooking up all your components, proceed to “2: Connecting the antennas” (page 14).

Connectable components

Component to be connected Page
DVD player
With digital audio output^a)	7-8
With multi channel audio output^b)	10-11
With analog audio output only^c)	7-8
TV monitor
With component video input^d)	8 or 11
With composite video input only 13
Satellite tuner
With digital audio output^a)	7-8
With analog audio output only^c)	7-8
Super Audio CD/CD player
With digital audio output^a)	9
With multi channel audio output^b)	10
With analog audio output only^c)	12
MD/Tape deck
With analog audio output only^c)	12
Multi channel decoder 10
VCR 13

a) Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc.

b) Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. This connection is used to output the audio decoded by the component's internal multi channel decoder through this receiver.

c) Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.

d) Model with component video (Y, P_B/C_B/B-Y , P_R/C_R/R-Y ) input jacks.

Required cords

The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to G) (not supplied unless indicated).

A Audio cord

White (L) Red (R)

B Audio/video cord

Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio)

Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

CVideo cord Yellow

DOptical digital cord

E Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

Orange

F Monaural audio cord

Black

Tip

Audio cord A can be torn into two monaural audio cords F.

GComponent video cord

Green Blue Red

Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

Notes

• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
• When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks

Hooking up a DVD player or satellite tuner

For details on the required cords (A-G), see page 6.

1 Connect the audio jacks.

graph TD
    A["DVD player"] -->|E| B["OUTPUT DIGITAL COAXIAL"]
    A -->|A| C["OUTPUT AUDIO OUT"]
    D["DIGITAL"] --> E["OPTICAL VIDEO 2"]
    D --> F["ANTENNA AM FM NO COAXIAL"]
    D --> G["COMPONENT VID MONITOR"]
    G --> H["VIDEO OUT"]
    G --> I["VIDEO OUT"]
    G --> J["VIDEO IN"]
    G --> K["VIDEO IN"]
    G --> L["VIDEO IN"]
    G --> M["VIDEO IN"]
    G --> N["VIDEO IN"]
    G --> O["VIDEO IN"]
    P["DIV"] --> Q["SA-CO/CO"]
    P --> R["MD/TAPE"]
    P --> S["VIDEO 2"]
    P --> T["VIDEO 1"]
    U["DVI"] --> V["MULTI CH IN"]
    U --> W["AUDIO OUT"]
    U --> X["SUB WOOFER"]
    Y["OUTPUT"] --> Z["SATellite tuner"]
    AA["OUTPUT AUDIO OUT"] --> AB["OUTPUT OPTICAL"]
    AC["Satellite tuner"] --> AD["Satellite tuner"]

Note

You can also listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV's audio output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver. In this case, do not connect the TV's video output jack to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack on the receiver.

2 Connect the video jacks.

The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner and a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, P_B/C_B/B-Y , P_R/C_R/R-Y ) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video.

graph TD
    subgraph_Satellite_tuner["Satellite tuner"]
        A1["OUTPUT VIDEO"] --> C1["C"]
        B1["OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y PVCB Y"] --> G1["G"]
    end
    subgraph_TV_monitor["TV monitor"]
        C2["INPUT VIDEO"] --> C3["C"]
        D2["INPUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y PVCB Y"] --> G2["G"]
    end
    subgraph_Digital["Digital"]
        E1["OPTICAL VIDEO 2 N"] --> SA-CDY_CD_DVD_N_COAXIAL
        E2["ANTENNA"] --> AM_AM
        E3["COMPONENT VIDEO"] --> MONITOR
        E4["COMPONENT VIDEO"] --> MONITOR_OUT
    end
    subgraph_DVD_player["DVD player"]
        L1["L"] --> SA-CDY_CD
        R1["R"] --> MD_TAPE
        S1["AUDIO IN"] --> DVD
        T1["AUDIO IN"] --> VIDEO_2
        U1["VIDEO OUT"] --> VIDEO_1
        V1["VIDEO OUT"] --> VIDEO_2
        W1["MULTI CH IN"] --> SUBWOOFER
        X1["SUB OUT"] --> SUBWOOFER
        Y1["FRONT B"] --> R2["R"]
        Z1["L"] --> R3["L"]
        AA["+ -"] --> R4["-"]
        AB["+ -"] --> R5["R"]
        AC["+ -"] --> R6["L"]
        AD["+ -"] --> R7["L"]
        AE["+ -"] --> R8["L"]
        AF["+ -"] --> R9["L"]
        AG["+ -"] --> R10["L"]
        AH["+ -"] --> R11["L"]
        AI["+ -"] --> R12["L"]
        AJ["+ -"] --> R13["L"]
        AK["+ -"] --> R14["L"]
        AL["+ -"] --> R15["L"]
        AM["+ -"] --> R16["L"]
        AN["+ -"] --> R17["L"]
        AO["+ -"] --> R18["L"]
        AP["+ -"] --> R19["L"]
        AQ["+ -"] --> R20["L"]
        AR["+ -"] --> R21["L"]
        AS["+ -"] --> R22["L"]
        AT["+ -"] --> R23["L"]
        AU["+ -"] --> R24["L"]
        AV["+ -"] --> R25["L"]
        AW["+ -"] --> R26["L"]
        AX["+ -"] --> R27["L"]
        AY["OUTPUT VIDEO"] --> XG["G"]
    end

Note

On this receiver, the standard video signals cannot be converted to component video signals (or vice versa).

Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player

For details on the required cords (A-G), see page 6.

graph TD
    A["Digital Optical CD/CD player"] --> B["Antenna"]
    B --> C["Monitor"]
    C --> D["COMPONENT VID"]
    D --> E["OUTPUT LINE"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

Tip

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

Note

The sound is not output when you play a Super Audio CD on the Super Audio CD player connected to the SA-CD/CD OPTICAL IN jack on this receiver. Connect to the analog input jacks (SA-CD/CD IN jacks). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.

1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks

1 Connect the audio jacks.

If your DVD or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect it to this receiver's MULTI CH IN jacks to enjoy the multi channel sound. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder.

For details on the required cords (A-G), see page 6.

Tip

This connection also allows you to enjoy software with multi channel audio recorded in formats other than the Dolby Digital and DTS.

Note

When you make connections to the MULTI CH IN jacks, you will need to adjust the level of the surround speakers and sub woofer using the controls on the connected component.

2 Connect the video jacks.

The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, P_B/C_B/B-Y , P_R/C_R/R-Y ) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video.

graph TD
    A["TV monitorDVD player"] --> B["OUTPUT VIDEO"]
    A --> C["OUTPUT COMPONENT P/QY/Y QZ/Y"]
    A --> D["INPUT VIDEO"]
    A --> E[INPUT COMPONENT R1/R2/Y3/Y4/Y5/Y6/Y7/Y8/Y9/Y10/Y11/Y12/Y13/Y14/Y15/Y16/Y17/Y18/Y19/Y20/Y21/Y22/Y23/Y24/Y25/Y26/Y27/Y28/Y29/Y30/Y31/Y32/Y33/Y34/Y35/Y36/Y37/Y38/Y39/Y40/Y41/Y42/Y43/Y44/Y45/Y46/Y47/Y48/Y49/Y50/Y51/Y52/Y53/Y54/Y55/Y56/Y57/Y58/Y59/Y60/Y61/Y62/Y63/Y64/Y65/Y66/Y67/Y68/Y69/Y70/Y71/Y72/Y73/Y74/Y75/Y76/Y77/Y78/Y79/Y80/Y81/Y82/Y83/Y84/Y85/Y86/Y87/Y88/Y89/Y90/Y91/Y92/Y93/Y94/Y95/Y96/Y97/Y98/Y99/Y100/Y101/Y102/Y103/Y104/Y105/Y106/Y107/Y108/Y109/Y110/Y111/Y112/Y113/Y114/Y115/Y116/Y117/Y118/Y119/Y120/Y121/Y122/Y123/Y124/Y125/Y126/Y127/Y128/Y129/Y130/Y131/Y132/Y133/Y134/Y135/Y136/Y137/Y138/Y139/Y140/Y141/Y142/Y143/Y144/Y145/Y146/Y147/Y148/Y149/Y150/Y151/Y152/Y153/Y154/Y155/Y156/Y157/Y158/Y159/Y160/Y161/THEV/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/Th/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/TH/HTH/HTH/MONITOR
    A --> B
    B --> C
    C --> D
    D --> E
    E --> F
    F --> G
    G --> H
    H --> I
    I --> J
    J --> K
    K --> L
    L --> M
    M --> N
    N --> O
    O --> P
    P --> Q
    Q --> R
    R --> S
    S --> T
    T --> U
    U --> V
    V --> W
    W --> X
    X --> Y
    Y --> Z
    Z --> AA
    AA --> AB
    AB --> AC
    AC --> AD
    AD --> AE
    AE --> AF
    AF --> AG
    AG --> AH
    AH --> AI
    AI --> AJ
    AJ --> AK
    AK --> AL
    AL --> AM
    AM --> AN
    AN --> AO
    AO --> AP
    AP --> AQ
    AQ --> AR
    AR --> AS
    AS --> AT
    AT --> AU
    AU --> AV
    AV --> AW
    AW --> AX
    AX --> AY
    AY --> AZ
    AZ --> BA
    BA --> BB
    BB --> BC
    BC --> BD
    BD --> BE
    BE --> BF
    BF --> BG
    BG --> BH
    BH --> BI
    BI --> BJ
    BJ --> BK
    BK --> BL
    BL --> BM
    BM --> BN
    BN --> BO
    BO --> BP
    BP --> BQ
    BQ --> BR
    BR --> BS
    BS --> BT
    BT --> BU
    BU --> BV
    BV --> BW
    BW --> BX
    BX --> BY
    BY --> BZ
    BZ --> CA
    CA --> CB
    CB --> CC
    CC --> CD
    CD --> CE
    CE --> CF
    CF --> CG
    CG --> CH
    CH --> CI
    CI --> CJ
    CJ --> CK
    CK --> CL
    CL --> CM
    CM --> CN
    CN --> CO
    CO --> CP
    CP --> CJ

Note

On this receiver, the standard video signals cannot be converted to component video signals (or vice versa).

1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks

Hooking up audio components

For details on the required cords (A-G), see page 6.

graph TD
    A["Digital"] --> B["OPTICAL"]
    B --> C["VIDEO 1 R"]
    C --> D["SA-CD CD R"]
    D --> E["DVD R COAXIAL"]
    F["Antenna"] --> G["AM FM 750 COAXIAL"]
    H["COMPONENT VID"] --> I["MONITOR"]
    I --> J["DVO IN VIDE 2 R MONIF OUT"]
    K["MD/TAPE"] --> L["SA-CD CD R OUT IN R"]
    M["VIDEO 2"] --> N["AUDIO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO 2"]
    O["VIDEO 1"] --> P["AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN"]
    Q["MULTI CH IN"] --> R["R FRONT SURROUND CENTER"]
    S["SUB WOOFER"] --> T["AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER"]
    U["Super Audio CD/CD player"] --> V["OUTPUT LINE R"]
    W["MD/Tape deck"] --> X["INPUT LINE OUTPUT LINE R"]
    Y["OUT"] --> Z["IN"]

Hooking up video components

If you connect your TV to the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 21). For details on the required cords (A -G), see page 6.

graph TD
    A["VCR"] --> B["OUTPUT VIDEO OUT"]
    B --> C["AUDIO OUT L R"]
    C --> D["TV monitor"]
    D --> E["INPUT VIDEO"]
    E --> F["C"]
    F --> G["DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 R"]
    G --> H["ANTENNA"]
    H --> I["AM FM TSD COAXIAL"]
    I --> J["VIDEO IN"]
    J --> K["VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT"]
    K --> L["VIDEO IN"]
    L --> M["COMPONENT VID MONITOR"]
    M --> N["DAD IN VIDEO 2 IN MOVIE OUT"]
    N --> O["MONITOR"]
    O --> P["VIDEO IN"]
    P --> Q["VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT"]
    Q --> R["L SA-CD/CD"]
    R --> S["L MD/TAPE"]
    S --> T["AM R OUT IN"]
    T --> U["R AUDIO IN"]
    U --> V["VIDEO 2"]
    V --> W["VIDEO 1"]
    W --> X["L FRONT SURROUND"]
    X --> Y["GENERAL AUDIO OUT"]
    Y --> Z["SUB WOOFER"]
    Z --> AA["MULTI CH IN"]
    AA --> AB["SUB WOOFER"]
    AB --> AC["VIDEO OUT"]
    AC --> AD["INPUT VIDEO OUT"]
    AD --> AE["VCR"]

2: Connecting the antennas

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.

graph TD
    A["AM loop antenna (supplied)"] --> B["FM wire antenna (supplied)"]
    B --> C["COMPONENT VID"]
    C --> D["MONITOR"]
    D --> E["VIDEO 1"]
    D --> F["VIDEO 2"]
    D --> G["VIDEO 3"]
    D --> H["VIDEO 4"]
    D --> I["VIDEO 5"]
    D --> J["VIDEO 6"]
    D --> K["VIDEO 7"]
    D --> L["VIDEO 8"]
    D --> M["VIDEO 9"]
    D --> N["VIDEO 10"]
    D --> O["VIDEO 11"]
    D --> P["VIDEO 12"]
    D --> Q["VIDEO 13"]
    D --> R["VIDEO 14"]
    D --> S["VIDEO 15"]
    D --> T["VIDEO 16"]
    D --> U["VIDEO 17"]
    D --> V["VIDEO 18"]
    D --> W["VIDEO 19"]
    D --> X["VIDEO 20"]
    D --> Y["VIDEO 21"]
    D --> Z["VIDEO 22"]
    D --> AA["VIDEO 23"]
    D --> AB["VIDEO 24"]
    D --> AC["VIDEO 25"]
    D --> AD["VIDEO 26"]
    D --> AE["VIDEO 27"]
    D --> AF["VIDEO 28"]
    D --> AG["VIDEO 29"]
    D --> AH["VIDEO 30"]

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.

3: Connecting speakers

Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 6.1 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).

You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel) (see “Selecting the surround back decoding mode” on page 29).

Example of 6.1 channel speaker system configuration

Tips

• When you connect 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position.
• Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
• For greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-FV10D floor stand (available only in certain countries).

Note

Connect the long speaker connecting cords to the surround and surround back speaker terminals and the short speaker connecting cords to the front and center speaker terminals.

Attaching foot pads

To prevent speaker vibration or movement, attach the supplied foot pads to the speaker as shown in the illustration below.

Note

Be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to the sub woofer as well.

Required cords

A Speaker cords (supplied)
(+) (-)

B Monaural audio cord (supplied)
Black

graph TD
    A["Front speaker (Right)"] -->|A| B["VENT VIDEO"]
    C["Front speaker (Left)"] -->|A| B
    D["speaker"] -->|A| E["SURROUND BACK"]
    F["Center speaker"] -->|A| E
    G["SPEAKERS FRONT B*"] -->|B| H["SUB WOOFER"]
    I["INPUT"] --> H
    J["Sub woofer"] --> H
    K["Surround speaker (Right)"] -->|A| L["SURROUND"]
    M["Surround speaker (Left)"] -->|A| L
    B --> N["R"]
    B --> O["L"]
    E --> P["R"]
    E --> Q["L"]
    N --> R["R"]
    N --> S["L"]
    O --> T["R"]
    O --> U["L"]
    P --> V["R"]
    P --> W["L"]
    Q --> X["R"]
    Q --> Y["L"]

* If you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals. You can select the front speakers you want to use with the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) button. For details, see “Selecting the speaker system” (page 36).

4: Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

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. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.

1 Press I/⏻ to turn off the receiver.

2 Hold down I/⏻ for 5 seconds.

“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears in the display alternatingly.

3 Press ENTER.

“CLEARING” appears in the display for a while, then “CLEARED” appears.

The following are reset to their factory settings.

- All settings in the SET UP, LEVEL, TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus.

- The sound field memorized for each input and preset station.

- All sound field parameters.

- All preset stations.

- All index names for inputs and preset stations.

- MASTER VOLUME -/+ is set to "VOL MIN".

- Input is set to DVD.

5: Setting up the speakers

You can use the SET UP menu to set the distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver.

1 Press I/ + to turn on the receiver.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select "UP".
3 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.

For details, see “Speaker setup parameters” below.

Note

Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in the display. This means that they have been adjusted automatically due to other speaker settings or may not be adjustable.

4 Press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the items that follow.

Speaker setup parameters

The initial setting is underlined.

■ DIST. XX ft.

(Front speaker distance)

Initial setting: 10 ft.

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). You can adjust from 3 to 23 feet in 1 foot steps.

If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

DIST. XX ft.

(Center speaker distance)

Initial setting: 10 ft.

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

■ DISTR XX ft.

(Surround speaker distance)

Initial setting: 10 ft.

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

If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

■ DIST. XX ft.

(Surround back speaker distance)

Initial setting: 10 ft.

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speaker. Surround back speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position (D).

Tip

The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 5 feet closer than the front speakers.

Likewise, the surround speakers cannot be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 15 feet closer. This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.

Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is further away. For example, setting the center speaker distance 3–6 feet closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.

Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

XXXX/XX

(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 27).

- SIDE/LO

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A and C.

• SIDE / HI

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A and D.

- BEHD/LO

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B and C.

- BEHD/HI

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B and D.

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 becomes 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 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.

6: Setting up the sub woofer

Listening to the sub woofer

Before playing the program source, set the volume to minimum on the receiver.

1 Turn on the receiver.
2 Press input buttons (e.g., DVD) to select the program source (e.g., DVD player).
3 Press POWER on the sub woofer.
The POWER indicator on the sub woofer lights up.
4 Play the program source.

Adjusting the level

Slight adjustments to the system can enhance your sound enjoyment.

Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume.

Set the volume level to best suit your preference according to the program source.

Note

Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum.

Extraneous noise may be heard.

7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance

— TEST TONE

Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Use the remote for the operation.

Tip

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

1 Press I/⏻ to turn on the receiver.
2 Press TEST TONE.

“T. TONE” appears in the display and the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence.

Front (left) → Center → Front (right) → Surround (right) → Surround back → Surround (left) → Sub woofer

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

For details on the LEVEL menu settings, see page 31.

Tips

• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/- on the remote or turn MASTER VOLUME -/+ on the receiver.
• The adjusted value are shown in the display during adjustment.

4 Press TEST TONE again after adjustment.

The test tone turns off.

Notes

• The test tone cannot be used when MULTI CH IN function is used.
• Although these adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote.

Amplifier Operation

Selecting the component

1 Press input buttons to select the input.

To select the Press

DVD player DVD

MD or tape deck MD/TAPE

Super Audio CD or CD player

SA-CD/CD

Built-in tuner (FM/AM) TUNER FM/AM

The selected input appears in the display.

2 Turn on the component and start playback.

Note

If you select the VCR or DVD player, set the TV's video input to match the component you selected.

3 Turn MASTER VOLUME -/+ to adjust the volume.

Note

To avoid damaging your speakers, make sure that you turn down the volume before you turn off the receiver.

To mute the sound

Press MUTING on the remote.

The muting function will be canceled when you do the following.

• Press MUTING on the remote again.
• Turn the power off.
• Increase the volume.

To use the headphones

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.

• When the headphones are connected, speaker output is automatically canceled and "SP A" and "SP B" do not light up in the display.
• When the headphones are connected, you can select only the following sound fields (page 28).

- HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH)

- HP MULTI (HEADPHONE MULTI)

- HP THEA (HEADPHONE THEATER)

Listening to multi channel sound

— MULTI CH IN

You can select the audio directly from the components connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks. This enables you to enjoy high quality analog inputs such as DVD or Super Audio CD. When MULTI CH IN is selected, the tone and sound field cannot be used.

Press MULTI CH IN.

Press again to cancel the MULTI CH IN function.

Note

To optimize the sound balance of this system, we recommend that you set the speaker configuration of your DVD or Super Audio CD player as follows:

Speaker type Settings

FRONT SMALL

CENTER SMALL

SURROUND/REAR SMALL

SUB WOOFER YES

When MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up

The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator lights up when the receiver is decoding multi channel sources.

However, this indicator does not light up if you select 2CH STEREO mode.

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 (see page 14).

Tip

The tuning scale is:

FM: 100 kHz

AM: 10 kHz*

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (see page 50).

Automatic tuning

If you do not know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area.

1 Press TUNER FM/AM repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

The last received station is tuned in.

2 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.

Tip

If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo reception is poor, press FM MODE to change to monaural (MONO). You will not be able to enjoy the stereo effect, but the sound will be less distorted. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE again.

Direct tuning

You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly. Use the remote for the operation.

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

The last received station is tuned in.

Tip

You can also use TUNER FM/AM on the receiver.

2 Press D.TUNING.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz

Press 1 → 0 → 2 → 5 → 0

Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz

(You do not have to enter the last “0” when the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz.)

Press 1 → 3 → 5 → 0

If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception.

If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers flash

Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 and 3. If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not used in your area.

Presetting radio stations

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

Presetting radio stations

1 Press TUNER FM/AM repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 22) or Direct Tuning (page 23).
3 Press MEMORY.

“MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the display goes out.

4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – repeatedly to select a preset station number.

Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station number as follows:

graph LR
    A0 --> B1 --> B2 --> ... --> B0
    A1 --> A2 --> ... --> A0
    C0 --> ... --> C2 --> C1

If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset station number, start again from step 3.

Tip

You can also use the remote to select a preset station number. Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a memory page (A, B or C) and then press the numeric buttons to select a preset number.

5 Press MEMORY again.

The station is stored to the selected preset number.

If “MEMORY” goes out before you press MEMORY, start again from step 3.

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station.

Tuning to preset stations

1 Press TUNER FM/AM repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

The last received station is tuned in.

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

Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follows:

graph LR
    A0 --> B1 --> B2 --> ... --> B0
    C0 --> ... --> C2 --> C1

Using the remote

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.
2 Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP +/- repeatedly to select the preset station you want.

To select the preset station directly

Press the numeric buttons on the remote. The preset station of the selected number in the current memory page is tuned in. Press SHIFT repeatedly on the remote to change the memory page.

Changing the display

Changing the information in the display

You can check the sound field etc. by changing the information in the display.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows.

Index name of the input ^* Selected input Sound field currently applied

When the tuner is selected

Preset station name ^* → Frequency → Sound field currently applied

* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 35). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.

Adjusting the brightness of the display

Press DIMMER repeatedly.

The brightness of the display will change in 3 steps.

About the indications in the display

graph TD
    SW["SW"] --> LFE["LFE"]
    LFE --> SP_A["SP A"]
    SP_A --> SP_B["SP B"]
    SP_B --> Digital_EX["□ DIGITAL EX"]
    Digital_EX --> PRO_LOGIC_II["□ PRO LOGIC II"]
    PRO_LOGIC_II --> DTS-ES["DTS-ES"]
    DTS-ES --> NEO:6["NEO:6"]
    NEO:6 --> MEMORY["MEMORY"]
    LCR["L C R "]
    SLS_SR["SL S SR "]
    SB["SB"]
    SB --> 13["13"]
    12 --> Digital_EX
    11 --> Digital_EX
    10 --> PRO_LOGIC_II
    9 --> NEO:6
    8 --> MEMORY

1 SW: Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack.
② LFE: Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.
3 SP A/SP B: Lights up in accordance with the speaker system being used (A or B). Turns off when speaker output is turned off or when headphones are connected.
4 DIGITAL EX: “DIGITAL” lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. “DIGITAL EX” lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital EX format.
5 PRO LOGIC II: “PRO LOGIC” lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. “PRO LOGIC II” lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie/Music decoder is activated.
⑥ DTS-ES: “DTS” lights up when DTS signals are input. “DTS-ES” lights up when DTS-ES signals are input.

Note

When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 31).

7 NEO:6: Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music mode decoding is activated.

⑧Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 22–24 for tuner operations.
9D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 32).
10 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL terminal.
11OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal.
12SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is activated.
13 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.

L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center (monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR (Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing)), SB (Surround Back (the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding))

Example:

Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2

Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

Enjoying Surround Sound

Using only the front speakers and sub woofer

— 2CH STEREO

In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and sub woofer.

When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer.

When standard 2 channel stereo sources are input, the receiver's bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front channel bass frequencies will be output from the sub woofer.

Press 2CH.

“2CH ST.” appears in the display and the receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode.

Enjoying higher fidelity sound

— AUTO FORMAT DIRECT

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to select the decoding mode you want for your audio sound.

A.F.D. mode(Display)	Decoding mode
A.F.D. AUTO(A.F.D. AUTO)	As encoded
PRO LOGIC(DOLBY PL)	Dolby Pro Logic
PRO LOGIC II MOVIE(PLII MOV)	Dolby Pro Logic II
PRO LOGIC II MUSIC(PLII MUS)
Neo:6 Cinema(NEO6 CIN)	DTS Neo:6
Neo:6 Music(NEO6 MUS)

Decoding the input audio signal automatically

In this mode, the receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, standard 2 channel stereo, etc.) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/ encoded, without adding any surround effects. However, if there are no low frequency signals (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer.

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. AUTO".

The receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input and performs the proper decoding if necessary.

Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode)

This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II; 6 channels through DTS Neo:6 or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic. However, DTS 2CH sources are not decoded by DTS Neo:6; they are output in 2 channels.

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode.

The selected type of decoding appears in the display.

■ DOLBY PL (PRO LOGIC)

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

■ PLII MOV (PRO LOGIC II MOVIE)

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 when watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.

■ PLII MUS (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)

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

■ NEO6 CIN (Neo:6 Cinema)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.

■ NEO6 MUS (Neo:6 Music)

Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

If you connect a sub woofer

When the audio signal is 2 channel stereo or if the source signal does not include a LFE signal, the receiver generates a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer. However the low frequency signal is not generated when “Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6 Music” is selected.

Selecting a sound field

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver's pre-programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.

Selecting a sound field for movies

Press MOVIE repeatedly to select the sound field you want.

The selected sound field appears in the display.

Sound field Display

CINEMA STUDIO EX A	DCSC.ST.EX A
CINEMA STUDIO EX B	DCSC.ST.EX B
CINEMA STUDIO EX C	DCSC.ST.EX C

About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)

Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology.

DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood.

When played at home, DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director.

■ C.ST.EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) DCS

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

■ C.ST.EX B (CINEMA STUDIO EX B) DCS

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.

■ C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS

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.

About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes

CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with multi channel surround effects. You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment's dubbing studio in your home.

The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements.

• Virtual Multi Dimension
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers.
- Screen Depth Matching
Creates the sensation that the sound is coming from inside the screen like in theaters.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the type of reverberation found in theaters.

The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously.

Notes

• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.

Selecting a sound field for music

Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the sound field you want.

The selected sound field appears in the display.

Sound field Display
HALL	HALL
JAZZ CLUB JAZZ
LIVE CONCERT CONCERT

HALL

Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

■ JAZZ (JAZZ CLUB)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

■ CONCERT (LIVE CONCERT)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

When the headphones are connected

You can select only from the following sound fields.

■ HP 2CH (HEADPHONE 2CH)

Outputs the sound in 2 channel (stereo). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

■ HP MULTI (HEADPHONE MULTI)

Outputs the front analog signal from MULTI CH IN jacks.

■ HP THEA (HEADPHONE THEATER) DCS

Allows you to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones.

Note

If you connect a pair of headphones while a sound field is operating, the system will automatically switch to HEADPHONE 2CH if using a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. button, or to HEADPHONE THEATER if using a sound field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button.

To turn off the surround effect

Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

Tips

• 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.
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc. by looking at the logo on the package.

- : Dolby Surround encoded programs

- : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs

Note

Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

Selecting the surround back decoding mode

— SURR BACK DECODING

This function lets you select the decoding mode for the surround back signals of the multi channel input stream.

By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, etc. format, you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers.

Press SURR BACK DECODING repeatedly to select the surround back decoding mode.

“SB XXXX” appears in the display.

For details, see “How to select the surround back decoding mode” on page 30.

Tip

You can select the surround back decoding mode using "SB XXXX" in the CUSTOMIZE menu (page 33).

Note

You can select the surround back decoding mode only when A.F.D. mode is selected.

How to select the surround back decoding mode

You can select the surround back decoding mode you want according to the input stream.

When you select "SB AUTO"

When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flag ^a) , the appropriate decoder is applied to decode the surround back signal.

Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder

Dolby Digital 5.1 5.1 —
Dolby Digital EXb)	6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS 5.1 5.1 —
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1c)	6.1 DTS Matrix decoder
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1d)	6.1 DTS Discrete decoder

When you select "SB MTRX"

Dolby Digital EX is applied to decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flag ^a) in the input stream. This decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX and functions the same as the decoders ^e) used in movie theaters.

Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder

Dolby Digital 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital EX^b)	6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1^c)	6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1^d)	6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX

When you select "SB OFF"

Surround back decoding is not performed.

a) 6.1 channel decode flag is the information recorded in software like DVDs.
b) Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films.
c) Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both Surround EX and 5.1 channel signals.
d) Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to 6.1 discrete channels. Discrete 6.1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters.
c) This decoder can be used for all 6.1 formats (Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1).

Note

There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB MTRX”.

Advanced Adjustments and Settings

Switching the audio input mode for digital components

— INPUT MODE

You can switch the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks.

1 Press input buttons to select the input.
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select the audio input mode.

The selected audio input mode appears in the display.

Audio input modes

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

Note

When signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input, the tone and sound field cannot be used.

Customizing sound fields

By adjusting the LEVEL menu, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation.

Note on the displayed items

The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary depending on the sound field. Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display. This means that the selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

Adjusting the LEVEL menu

You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields except for effect level parameter. The effect level parameter settings are stored individually for each sound field.

1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.).
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select "LEVEL".>
3 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.

For details, see “LEVEL menu parameters” below.

4 While monitoring the sound, press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other parameters.

LEVEL menu parameters

The initial setting is underlined.

BALR L/R XX

(Front speaker balance)

Initial setting: BALANCE (0)

Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. You can adjust in the range of BAL. L (+1 to +8), BALANCE (0), BAL. R (+1 to +8) in 17 steps.

■ CTR XXX dB (Center speaker level)
■ SUR.L. XXX dB (Surround speaker (left) level)
■ SUR.R. XXX dB (Surround speaker (right) level)
■ SB XXX dB (Surround back speaker level)
■ S.W. XXX dB (Sub woofer level)

Initial setting: 0 dB

You can adjust from -10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.

COMP. XXX (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.

• OFF
The dynamic range is not compressed.
• STD
The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer.
• 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. We recommend using the “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.

Note

Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.

Initial setting: STD

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect.

Resetting sound fields to the initial settings

Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.

1 Press I/⏻ to turn off the power.

2 While holding down 2CH, press I/⏻.

“SF. CLR.” appears in the display and all sound fields are reset to the initial setting.

Adjusting the tone Advanced settings

You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of the front speakers using the TONE menu.

1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.).
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select "<T O N E".
3 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.

For details, see “TONE menu parameters” below.

4 While monitoring the sound, press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other items.

Note

You cannot adjust the tone when the receiver is decoding signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz, or when DTS-ES Matrix or DTS Neo:6 decoding is applied.

TONE menu parameters

BASS XX dB

(Front speaker bass level)

■ TREB. XX dB

(Front speaker treble level)

Initial setting: 0 dB

You can adjust from -6 dB to +6 dB in 1 dB steps.

Using the CUSTOMIZE menu to adjust the receiver

You can adjust various receiver settings using the CUSTOMIZE menu.

1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select "CUSTOM">
2 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.

For details, see “CUSTOMIZE menu parameters” below.

3 Press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items.

CUSTOMIZE menu parameters

The initial settings are underlined.

SB XXXX

(Surround back decoding mode)

You can use the CUSTOMIZE menu to set the surround back decoding mode (page 29).

For details on each decoding mode, see page 30.

• AUTO
• MTRX
- OFF

Note

This parameter is valid only in the A.F.D. mode (page 26).

DEC. XXXX

(Digital audio input decoding priority)

Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks.

The initial setting is “DEC. AUTO” for VIDEO 2 and “DEC. PCM” for DVD and SA-CD/CD.

• AUTO

Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.

- PCM

PCM signals are given priority (to prevent the interruption when playback starts). Even when other signals are input, the sound is output. However, this receiver cannot decode DTS-CD when set to “DEC. PCM”.

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”.

■ DUAL XXX

(Digital broadcast language selection)

Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.

• 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.

• M ( Main )

Sound of the main language will be output.

• S (Sub)

Sound of the sub language will be output.

• M+S (Main + Sub)

Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.

■ NAME IN

(Naming preset stations and inputs)

Lets you set the name of preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons. For details, see “Naming preset stations and inputs” on page 35.

Other Operations

Naming preset stations and inputs

You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons, and display it in the receiver's display.

1 To index a preset station

Press TUNER FM/AM repeatedly to select the FM or AM band, then tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 24).

To index an input

Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for.

2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select "CUSTOM">
3 Press or repeatedly to select "NAME IN".
4 Press ENTER.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character.

5 Use or and + or - to create an index name.

Press + or – repeatedly to select a character, then press > to move the cursor to the next position.

Tips

• You can select the character type as follows by pressing + or – repeatedly. Alphabet (upper case) → Numbers → Symbols
• To enter a blank space, press + or – repeatedly until a blank space appears in the display.
• If you made a mistake, press < or > repeatedly until the character you want to change flashes, then press + or – repeatedly to select the correct character.

6 Press ENTER to store the index name.

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Use the remote for the operation.

1 Press ALT to light up the button.
2 Press SLEEP while the power is on.

Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows:

$$ 2 - 0 0 - 0 0 \rightarrow 1 - 3 0 - 0 0 \rightarrow 1 - 0 0 - 0 0 \rightarrow $$

$$ 0 - 3 0 - 0 0 \rightarrow \mathrm{OFF} $$

While using Sleep Timer, “SLEEP” lights up in the display.

Tip

To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press ALT to light up the button (page 39), then press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.

Selecting the speaker system

You can select the front speaker system you want to use.

Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to use.

The selected speaker system appears in the display. To turn off the speaker output, press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly until “SP A” and “SP B” indication turn off.

The speaker system

• S P A
The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals.
• S P B
The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals.
- SP A and SP B
The speakers connected to both the SPEAKERS FRONT A and B terminals (parallel connection).

Recording

Before you begin, make sure you have connected all components properly.

Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc

You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the operating instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help.

1 Select the component to be recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.

For example, insert a CD into the CD player.

3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the recording deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary.

4 Start recording on the recording deck, then start playback on the playback component.

Notes

• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The analog audio signals of the current input is output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.

Recording on a video tape

You can record from a VCR, a TV or a DVD using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See the operating instructions of your VCR or DVD player if you need help.

1 Select the program source to be recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a video tape you want to record into VCR.
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1) for recording.
4 Start recording on the recording VCR, then start playing the video tape or DVD you want to record.

Tip

You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or DVD. Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the video source again.

Notes

• You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
• Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD inputs. Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections.
• The analog audio signals of the current input are output from the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
• The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from VIDEO 1 OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.

Operations Using the Remote RM-PP860

You can use the remote RM-PP860 to operate the components in your system.

Before you use your remote

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and - properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor Bn the receiver.

Technical line drawing of a remote control device with battery and switch components (no text or labels)

Tip

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes

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

Remote button description

The tables below show the settings of each button.

Remote Button	Operations Function
A.F.D.20	Receiver Selects the decoding mode for audio sound.
ALT8	Remote When ALT button lights up, it changes the remote key function to activate those buttons with orange printing.
ANGLE19	DVD player Selects viewing angle or changes the angles.
ANT17	VCR Selects output signal from the antenna terminal: TV signal or VCR program.
AUDIO18	TV/VCR/DVD player/Satellite tuner	Changes the sound to Multiplex, Bilingual or Multi channel TV Sound.
AVMENU10	VCR/Satellite tuner/DVD player	Displays menu.
AV123and AV224	Remote Selects the command mode of the remote.
AVI/11	TV/VCR/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck	Turns the audio and video components on or off.
CLEAR16	CD player/DVD player	Clears a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric buttons or returns to continuos playback etc.
DISC9	CD player/VCD player	Selects a disc directly (multi-disc changer only).
DISPLAY14	TV/VCR/VCD player/LD player/DVD player	Selects information displayed on the TV screen.

Remote Button	Operations Function
D.TUNING16	Receiver Enters direct tuning mode.
DUAL MONO 5	Receiver Selects the language you want during digital broadcast.
DVD 22	Receiver To watch DVD.
ENTER 7	TV/VCR/Satellite tuner/LD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck	After selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons, press to enter the value.
ENTER 15	Receiver/VCR/Satellite tuner/DVD player	Enters the selection.
JUMP/TIME6	Satellite tuner/TV	Toggles between the previous and the current channels.
	CD player/MD deck/VCD player/DVD player	Shows the time or displays the playing time of disc, etc.
MAIN MENU 13	Receiver Selects the menu of the receiver.
MASTER VOL +/-12	Receiver Adjusts the master volume of the receiver.
MD/TAPE21	Receiver To listen to Minidisc or audio tape.
MOVIE 3	Receiver Selects the pre-programmed sound fields for movie.
MULTI CH2	Receiver Selects MULTI CH IN source.
MUSIC 4	Receiver Selects the pre-programmed sound fields for music.
MUTING 11	Receiver Mutes the sound from the receiver.

Remote Button	Operations	Function
PRESET/CH/D.SKIP +/-29	Receiver	Selects preset stations.
	TV/VCR/Satellite tuner	Selects preset channels.
	CD player/VCD player/DVD player/MD deck	Skips discs (multi-disc changer only).
RETURN/EXIT33	VCD player/LD player/DVD player	Returns to the previous menu.
	Satellite tuner	Exits the menu.
RM SET UP46	Remote	To set up the remote.
SA-CD/CD26	Receiver	To listen to Super Audio CD or compact disc.
SBDECODING28	Receiver	Selects the surround back decoding modes.
SEARCHMODE9	DVD player	Selects searching mode. Press to select the unit for search (track, index, etc.)
SHIFT17	Receiver	Selects a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations.
SLEEP25	Receiver	Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.
SUBTITLE30	DVD player	Changes the subtitles.
SYSTEMSTANDBY(Press AV?/1 1 and?/1 25 at the sametime)	Receiver/TV/VCR/Satellite tuner/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck	Turns off the receiver and other Sony audio/video components.
TEST TONE35	Receiver	Outputs test tone.
TOP MENU/GUIDE39	DVD player	Displays DVD title.
	Satellite tuner	Displays guide menu.
Remote Button	Operations Function
TUNER 27	Receiver To listen to radio programs.
TV CH +/-37	TV Selects preset TV channels.
TV/VIDEO34	TV Selects input signal: TV input or video input.
TV VOL+/-38	TV Adjusts the volume of the TV.
TV I/145	TV	Turns the TV on or off.
VIDEO1 23	Receiver To watch VCR. (VTR mode 3)
VIDEO2 24	Receiver To watch VCR. (VTR mode 1)
WIDE 36	TV Selects the wide picture mode.
1-9 and0/10 43	Receiver Use with SHIFT to preset radio station or tuning to preset stations and with D.TUNING for direct tuning.
	CD player/VCD player/LD player/MD deck/DAT deck	Selects track numbers.0/10 selects track 10.
	TV/VCR/Satellite tuner	Selects channel numbers.
2CH 44	Receiver Selects 2CH STEREO mode.
>10/11 30	CD player/VCD player/LD player/MD deck/Tape deck	Selects track numbers over 10.
-/-- 9	TV Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit.
I/125	Receiver	Turns the receiver on or off.
42 30	VCR/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck	Skips tracks.

Remote Button	Operations	Function
41	CD player/VCD player/DVD playerLD player/MD deck	Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction.
	VCR/DAT deck/Tape deck	Fastforwards or rewinds.
40	VCR/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck	Starts playback.
32	VCR/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck	Pauses playback or recording. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)
31	VCR/CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck	Stops playback.
33	VCD player/LD player/DVD player	Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu.
15	Receiver	Selects a menu item.
15	Receiver	Adjusts or changes the setting.
15	VCR/Satellite tuner/DVD player	Selects a menu item.

Notes

• 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.
• When you press input buttons (VIDEO1, VIDEO2 or DVD), the input mode of the TV might not switch to the corresponding input mode that you want. In this case, press TV/VIDEO button to switch the input mode of the TV.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press ALT first before pressing the buttons.

Selecting the command mode of the remote

Set the remote command mode using the RM SET UP button and the remote command mode buttons.

Selecting the command mode

You can switch the command mode (AV1 and AV2) of the remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver.

Press AV1 (or AV2) while holding down RM SET UP.

The indicator flashes once (twice for AV2), then the command mode switches.

To check the command mode of the remote

Press RM SET UP. You can check the remote by the indicator.

Mode Indicator flashes

AV1 once

AV2 twice

To reset the remote to factory settings

Press I/ ↓ , AV I/ ↓ and MASTER VOL – at the same time.

The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.

Note

If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. To change the command mode of the receiver, see page 48.

Programming the remote

You can program the remote to control non-Sony components by changing the code. Once the control signals have been memorized, you can use those components as part of your system.

Furthermore, you can also program the remote for Sony components that the remote is unable to control. Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared wireless control signals.

1 Press AV I/While holding down RM SET UP.

The indicator lights up.

2 Press the input button (including TV I/⏻) for the component you want to control.

For example, if you are going to control a CD player, press SA-CD/CD.

3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the numeric code (or one of the codes if more than one code exists) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component you want to control.

See the tables on pages 43–45 for information on the numeric code(s) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component (the first digit and the last two digits of the numeric code correspond to the category and the maker's code respectively).

4 Press ENTER.

Once the numeric code has been verified, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the programming mode.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other components.

To cancel programming

Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the programming mode.

To activate the input after programming

Press the programmed button to activate the input you want.

If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:

• If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
• If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.

Notes

• The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed.
• In step 2, if several input buttons are pressed, only the last pressed button is valid.
• In step 2, if you press TV I/☐, only TV VOL +/- , TV CH +/- , TV/VIDEO and WIDE buttons are reprogrammed.
• In step 3, if an input button is pressed, the new input is selected and the programming procedure returns to the beginning of step 3.
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers entered are valid.

To clear the memory of the remote

To clear all programmed, do the following to reset the remote to factory settings.

Press I/∅, AV I/∅ and MASTER VOL – at the same time.

The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.

The numeric codes corresponding to the component and the maker of the component

Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. Since the remote signal that a component accepts differs depending on the model and year of the component, more than one numeric code may be assigned to a component. If you fail to program your remote using one of the codes, try using other codes.

Notes

• The numeric codes are based on the latest information available for each brand. There is a chance, however, that your component will not respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be available when used with your particular component.

To control a CD player

Maker Code(s)
SONY 101, 102, 103
DENON 104, 123
JVC 105, 106, 107
KENWOOD 108, 109, 110
MAGNAVOX 111, 116
MARANTZ 116
ONKYO 112, 113, 114
PANASONIC 115
PHILIPS 116
PIONEER 117
TECHNICS 115, 118, 119
YAMAHA	120, 121, 122

To control a DAT deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 203

PIONEER 219

To control an MD deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 301

DENON 302

JVC 303

KENWOOD 304

To control a tape deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY 201, 202

DENON 204, 205

KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209

NAKAMICHI 210

PANASONIC 216

PHILIPS 211, 212

PIONEER 213, 214

TECHNICS 215, 216

YAMAHA 217, 218

To control an LD player

Maker Code(s)

SONY 601, 602, 603

PIONEER 606

To control a video CD player

Maker Code(s)

SONY 605

To control a VCR

Maker Code(s)
SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, 705,706
AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758
AKAI 707, 708, 709, 759
BLAUPUNKT	740
EMERSON	711, 712, 713, 714, 715,716, 750
FISHER	717, 718, 719, 720
GENERAL ELECTRIC	721, 722, 730
GOLDSTAR	723, 753
GRUNDIG	724
HITACHI	722, 725, 729, 741
ITT/NOKIA	717
JVC 726, 727, 728, 736
MAGNAVOX	730, 731, 738
MITSUBISHI/MGA	732, 733, 734, 735
NEC	736
PANASONIC	729, 730, 737, 738, 739,740
PHILIPS 729, 730, 731
PIONEER 729
RCA/PROSCAN	722, 729, 730, 731, 741,747
SAMSUNG 742, 743, 744, 745
SANYO	717, 720, 746
SHARP 748, 749
TELEFUNKEN	751, 752
TOSHIBA	747, 755, 756
ZENITH	754

* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead.

To control a DVD player

Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
PANASONIC 406, 408
PHILIPS 407
PIONEER 409
TOSHIBA	404
DENON 405

To control a TV

Maker Code(s)
SONY 501, 502
DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 507, 515, 544
FISHER 508
GOLDSTAR 503, 511, 512, 515, 534, 544
GRUNDIG 517, 534
HITACHI 513, 514, 515, 544
ITT/NOKIA 521, 522
JVC 516
MAGNAVOX 503, 518, 544
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 519, 544
NEC 503, 520, 544
PANASONIC 509, 524
PHILIPS	515, 518
PIONEER	509, 525, 526, 540
RCA/PROSCAN	510, 527, 528, 529, 544
SAMSUNG	503, 515, 531, 532, 533, 534, 544
SANYO 508, 545, 546, 547
SHARP	535
TELEFUNKEN	523, 536, 537, 538
THOMSON	530, 537, 539
TOSHIBA	535, 540, 541
ZENITH	542, 543

To control a satellite tuner or cable box

Maker Code(s)
SONY 801, 802, 803, 804
JERROLD/G.I.	806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 814
PANASONIC 818
RCA	805, 819
S. ATLANTA	815, 816, 817

To control a tuner

Maker Code(s)

SONY 002, 003, 004, 005

Additional Information

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

On heat buildup

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

On placement

• 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.
• 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.

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

This speaker system is 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.

If color irregularity is observed...

Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes.

If color irregularity is observed again...

Place the speaker further away from the TV set.

If howling occurs

Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the receiver.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

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

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely and correctly.
• Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on.
• Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME - / + is not set at "VOL MIN".
• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is not set to off (page 36).
• Check that the headphones are not connected.
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the muting function.

There is no sound from a specific component.

• Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.
• Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver.

There is no sound from one of the front speakers.

• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound.

There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources.

• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to "COAX IN" or "OPT IN" (page 31).
• Check that you have not selected “MULTI CH IN”.

There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).

• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to "ANALOG" (page 31). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to "COAX IN" for the sources from OPTICAL input jack, or set to "OPT IN" for the sources from COAXIAL input jack.
• Check that you have not selected “MULTI CH IN”.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.

There is severe hum or noise.

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

There is no sound from the surround back speakers.

• Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB MTRX” (page 33).

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the center/surround/ surround back speakers.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press A.F.D., MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 27).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 20).

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 the sound field function is on (press A.F.D., MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.

• Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the connected component.

Recording cannot be done.

• Check that the components are connected correctly.
• Select the source component with input buttons.

The FM reception is poor.

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

Outdoor FM antenna

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

• Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 23).
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency appears in the display.

There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor.

• Select the appropriate input on the receiver.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.

Remote control

The remote does not function.

• Point the remote at the remote sensor in 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.
• Check if the command modes of the receiver and the remote is the same. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot operate the receiver with the remote. To switch the command mode of the receiver, press I/⏻ to turn off the power. Then, press I/⏻ while pressing ENTER. Each time you press I/⏻, the command mode switches between “C.MODE.AV2” and “C.MODE.AV1”. (The initial setting is “C.MODE.AV2”).
• Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press ALT first before pressing the buttons.
• Before you use the /// button for receiver operation, press MAIN MENU. To operate other components, press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV MENU after pressing the input button.

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the receiver by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem.

DEC. ERROR

Appears when the signal which the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input when “DEC. XXXX” is set to “DEC. PCM”. Set to “DEC. AUTO”.

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 this problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide

Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 17). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Reference sections for clearing the receiver's memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 17

Customized sound fields page 32

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier section

Power Output ^1)

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

FRONT ^2) :	120	W/ch
CENTER ^2) :	120	W
SURR ^2) :	120	W/ch
SURR BACK ^2) :	120	W

1) Measured under the following conditions: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
2) Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Inputs (Analog)

MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, DVD, VIDEO 1, 2

Sensitivity: 800 mV Impedance: 50 kiloohms

Inputs (Digital)

DVD (Coaxial) Sensitivity: –
	Impedance: 75 ohms
VIDEO 2, SA-CD/CD(Optical)	Sensitivity: –
	Impedance: –

Outputs (Analog)

MD/TAPE (OUT),	Voltage: 800 mV
VIDEO 1 (AUDIO OUT)	Impedance: 10 kiloohms
SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V
	Impedance: 1 kiloohm

Reproduction frequency range:

28 - 20,000 Hz

Tone

Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz

Antenna FM wire antenna

Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced

Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range

With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 - 1,710 kHz ^3)

With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 - 1,710kHz^3)

Antenna Loop antenna

Intermediate frequency 450 kHz

3) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down PRESET TUNING + or TUNING +, press I/ ^① . All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.

Video section

Inputs/Outputs

Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

P_B / C_B / B - Y:0.7Vp - p,

75 ohms

Pr / Cr / R - Y:0.7Vp - p,

75 ohms

80 MHz HD Pass Through

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption 220 W

Power consumption (during standby mode)

0.3 W

Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)

16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 12 2/8

inches (430 × 157.5 × 312

mm) including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 17 lb 11 oz (8.0 kg)

Speaker section

Front/surround/surround back speakers (SS-MSP88)

Center speaker (SS-CNP88)

Speaker system Full range, magnetically shielded

Speaker units

SS-MSP88 80 mm cone type

SS-CNP88 57 mm cone type ×2

Enclosure type Bass reflex

Rated Impedance 8 ohms

Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)

SS-MSP88 4 1/8 × 6 × 5 inches

(105 × 153 × 127 mm)

SS-CNP88 7 7/8 × 3 1/8 × 5 1/8 inches

(200 × 79 × 130 mm)

Mass (Approx.)

SS-MSP88 2 lb 11 oz (1.2 kg)

SS-CNP88 1 lb 13 oz (0.8 kg)

Sub woofer (SA-WMSP68)

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

With 6 ohm loads, from 28 – 200 Hz; rated 100 watts, minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Speaker system Active subwoofer,

magnetically shielded

Speaker unit 250 mm cone type

Enclosure type Acoustically loaded bass reflex

RMS output 120 W (6 ohms, 100 Hz, THD 10%)

Input LINE IN (input pin jacks)

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption 95 W

Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)

13 3/8 × 16 2/8 × 14 4/8

inches (337 × 410 × 365.5

mm) including front panel

Mass (Approx.) 28 lb 11 oz (13.0 kg)

Supplied accessories

FM wire antenna (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

Speaker connecting cord, long (3)

Speaker connecting cord, short (3)

Monaural connecting cord (1)

Coaxial digital cord (1)

Foot pads (speakers) (24)

Remote commander RM-PP860 (1)

R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

Speakers

- Front speakers (2)

- Center speaker (1)

- Surround speakers (2)

• Surround back speaker (1)

- Sub woofer (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

List of button locations and reference pages

How to use this page

Use this page to find the location of buttons that are mentioned in the text.

graph TD
    A["Illustration number"] --> B["DISPLAY 3 (24, 48)"]
    B --> C["Name of button/part Reference page"]
    B --> D["↑"]
    B --> E["↑"]

Main unit

ALPHABETICAL ORDER

A - H

A.F.D. (button/indicator) 11 (26, 27, 28, 47)

DIMMER 4 (24)

DISPLAY 3 (24, 48)

Display 7 (24)

DVD 24 (21)

ENTER 15 (17, 35, 48)

FM MODE 29 (22)

I - O P - Z

Input buttons 20 (21, 31, 34, 35, 48)

INPUT MODE 17 (31)

IR (receptor) 5 (38, 48)

MAIN MENU 8 (18, 31, 33, 35)

MASTER VOLUME -/+ 16 (17, 20, 21, 47)

MD/TAPE 23 (21)

MEMORY 30 (23)

MOVIE (button/indicator) 12 (27, 28, 47)

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING (indicator) 6 (22)

MULTI CH IN 9 (22)

MUSIC (button/indicator) 13 (28, 47)

PHONES (jack) 31 (21, 47)

PRESET TUNING -/+ 27 (23, 50)

SA-CD/CD 22 (21)

SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 2 (16, 36, 47)

SURR BACK DECODING 14 (29)

TUNER FM/AM 21 (21, 22, 23, 35)

TUNING -/+ 28 (22, 50)

VIDEO 1 26 (21)

VIDEO 2 25 (21)

NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS

2CH (button/indicator) 10 (26, 28, 32)

I/ (power) 1 (17, 18, 32, 48, 50)

</>19 (18, 31, 33, 35)

+/- 18 (18, 31, 33, 35)

Index

A

Adjusting

CUSTOMIZE parameters 33

LEVEL parameters 31

SET UP parameters 18

speaker levels and balance 20

TONE parameters 33

Automatic tuning 22

C

Changing

display 24

Clearing receiver's memory 17

CUSTOMIZE menu 33

D

Digital Cinema Sound 27

Direct tuning 23

Dual Mono 34

Dubbing. See Recording

E

Editing. See Recording

I

Indexing. See Naming

L

Labeling. See Naming

LEVEL menu 31

N

Naming 35

P

Preset stations

how to 23

how to tune 24

R

Recording

on a video tape 37

on an audio tape or MD 36

S

Selecting

component 21

front speaker system 36

sound field 27—28

SET UP menu 18

Sleep Timer 35

Sound field

customizing 31

pre-programmed 27—28

resetting 32

selecting 27—28

Speakers

adjusting speaker levels and balance 20

connection 15

placement 15

Supplied accessories 51

T

Test tone 20

TONE menu 33

Tuning

automatically 22

directly 23

to preset stations 23