HT-DDW785 - Home Theater System SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Home Theater System
Brand	Sony
Model	HT-DDW785
Dimensions (Receiver)	Approx. 430 x 350 x 160 mm (W x H x D)
Weight (Receiver)	Approx. 10 kg
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz (US) / AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (EU)
Power Consumption	150 W (standby: 0.5 W)
Audio Channels	5.1
Surround Sound Decoding	Dolby Digital, DTS
Amplifier Output	100 W per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.9%)
Audio Inputs	2 optical, 1 coaxial, 3 analog stereo
Video Inputs	Composite video (3)
Speaker Configuration	5 satellite speakers + 1 subwoofer (passive)
Subwoofer Output	Yes, built-in amplifier
FM/AM Tuner	Yes
Remote Control	Included
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid solvents.
Safety Warnings	Do not expose to moisture. Keep ventilation slots clear.
Spare Parts	Remote control, FM antenna, AM loop antenna
Repairability	Refer to qualified service personnel for repairs.

Frequently Asked Questions - HT-DDW785 SONY

How do I connect my TV to the Sony HT-DDW785?

Can I use HDMI with this system?

How do I set up the speakers?

What is the power output of the amplifier?

Why is there no sound from the surround speakers?

How do I tune FM/AM radio stations?

Can I connect a Blu-ray player or game console?

What is the subwoofer specification?

How do I reset the system to factory settings?

Is the remote control universal?

USER MANUAL HT-DDW785 SONY

Operating Instructions

HT-DDW785

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don't place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

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

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

About This Manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW785. In this manual, models of area code SP are used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "Models of area code CEL only".
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

The HT-DDW785 consists of:

• Receiver STR-K785
• Speaker system – Front speakers SS-MSP685 – Center speaker SS-CNP685 – Surround speakers SS-SRP685
• Sub woofer SA-WP785

About area codes

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

Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "Models of area code AA only".

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Description and location of parts ...... 4

1: Installing speakers.... 12 2: Connecting speakers 14 3a: Connecting the audio components ..... 15 3b: Connecting the video components ..... 16 4: Connecting the antennas 22 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote..... 23 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) 24 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE).... 27

Playback

Selecting a component 28

Listening/Watching a component...... 30

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus 32 Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) ...... 35 Adjusting the tone (TONE menu).... 36 Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu) 36 Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu) ...... 37 Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) ...... 37 Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu)... 38 Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) 40

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)......41

Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....42

Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO)....44

Resetting sound fields to the initial settings....44

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio ......45 Presetting radio stations....46

Other Operation

Switching the audio input mode (INPUT MODE)....49

Naming inputs ....49

Changing the display ....50

Using the Sleep Timer....50

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments....51

Additional Information

Glossary....52 Precautions 53 Troubleshooting....54 Specifications 57 Index ......Back cover

Description and location of parts

Receiver

Front panel

Name Function
1 I/	Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 23, 30, 31, 44).
2 DISPLAY	Press to select information displayed on the display (page 50).
3 DIMMER	Press to adjust the brightness of the display.
4 Remote sensor	Receives signals from remote commander.
5 Display	The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 6).
62CH	Press to select 2CH STEREO mode (page 38, 44).
7 A.F.D.	Press to select A.F.D. mode (page 41).

Name	Function
8MOVIE, MUSIC	Press to select sound fields (MOVIE, MUSIC) (page 42).
9MASTER VOLUME	Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 28, 29, 30, 31).
10ENTER	Press to store a station or enter the selection when selecting the settings (page 23, 26, 27, 32, 48, 49).
11INPUT MODE	Press to select the input mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 49).
12/∧/∨	After pressing AMP MENU (13), press < or > and ∧ or ∨ to select the settings.
Name Function
13	AMP MENU Press to display the menu of the receiver.
14	Input buttons Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use.
15	PRESET TUNING +/- Press to select a preset station.
16	TUNING +/- Press to scan a station.
17	MEMORY Press to store a station.
18	FM MODE Press to select FM monaural or stereo reception.
19	PHONES jack Connects to a headphone (page 55).
20	AUTO CAL MIC jack Connects to the supplied optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 24).

About the indicators on the display

Name Function
1 SW	Lights up when audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack.
2 LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.
3 SP	Lights up when the receiver is turned on. This indicator does not light up if a headphone is connected to the PHONES jack.
4 DIGITAL	Lights up when Dolby Digital signals are input.NoteWhen playing a Dolby Digital format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 49).
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.NoteDolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do not function for DTS format signals.

Name Function
6 DTS	Lights up when DTS signals are input.NoteWhen playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 49).
7 MEMORY	Lights up when a memory function, such as Name Input, Preset Memory (page 47), etc., is activated.
8 Preset station indicators	Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 46.
9 Tuner indicators	Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 45), etc.
10 D.RANGE	Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 33).
11 COAX	Lights up when INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL jack, or when INPUT MODE is set to “COAX IN” (page 49).
12 OPT	Lights up when INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL jack, or when INPUT MODE is set to “OPT IN” (page 49).

Name Function

13SLEEP Lights up when the Sleep Timer function is activated (page 50).
14Playback 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)Example:Recording format (Front/ Surround): Dolby Digital 3/2.1Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
	SW LFELC R SL SR

Rear panel

1 DIGITAL INPUT section

	OPTICAL IN jacks	Connects to a DVD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack provides a better quality of loud sound (page 18, 20).
	COAXIAL IN jack

2 ANTENNA section

	FM ANTENNA jack	Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver (page 22).
[XHST]	AM ANTENNA terminals	Connects to the AM loop antenna supplied with this receiver (page 22).

3 VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

	White (L)	AUDIO IN jacks	Connects the video and audio jacks of a VCR or a DVD player (page 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21).
	Red (R)
	Yellow	VIDEO IN/ OUT jacks*

4 COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT section

Green	COMPONENTVIDEOINPUT/OUTPUTjacks*	Connects to a DVD player, TV, or asatellite tuner. Youcan enjoy highquality image(page 17, 19, 20).
Blue
—
Red

5 SPEAKERS section

+ -	Connects to the speakers (page 14).
	Connects to the sub woofer (page 14).

6 AUDIO INPUT section

[2CBH]	White (L)	AUDIO IN jacks	Connects to a CD player, etc. (page 15).
	Red (R)

* You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV (page 17).

Remote commander

You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU006 to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 51).

Name Function
1 AV I/↓(on/standby)	Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate.If you press I/↓ (2) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other components (SYSTEM STANDBY).NoteThe function of the AV I/↓ switch changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (3).
2 TV I/↓(on/standby)	Press TV I/↓ and TV (16) at the same time to turn the TV on or off.
I/↓(on/standby)	Press to turn the receiver on or off.To turn off all components, press I/↓ and AV I/↓ (1) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY).
3 Input buttons	Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components as follows. You can change the button assignments following the steps in “Changing button assignments” on page 51.
	Button Assigned Sony component
	VIDEO 1 VCR (VTR mode 3)
	VIDEO 2 VCR (VTR mode 2)
	DVD DVD player
	SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/CD player
	TUNER Built-in tuner
4 AMP MENU	Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use ↑, ↓, ←, → and ⊕ to perform menu operations.
5 MOVIE,MUSIC	Press to select sound fields (MOVIE, MUSIC).
6DUAL MONO Press to select the language you want during digital broadcast.
7FM MODE Press to select FM monaural or stereo reception.
8D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning mode.
D.SKIP Press to skip disc of the CD player or DVD player (multi-disc changer only).
9ENTER Press to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner.
MEMORY Press to store a station.
10DVD MENU Press to display the menu of the DVD player on the TV screen. Then, use ↑, ↓, ←, → and ⓣ to perform menu operations.
11TOOLS Press to display options applicable to the entire disc (e.g. disc protection), recorder (e.g. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on a list menu (e.g. erasing multiple titles).
12MUTING Press to mute the sound.
13TV VOL +*/-	Press TV VOL +/- and TV (16) at the same time to adjust the TV volume level.
MASTER VOL +*/-	Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time.
14MENU Press to display the menus of the VCR, DVD player, or satellite tuner on the TV screen. Then, use ↑, ↓, ←, → and ⓣ to perform menu operations.

Name Function
15	|◄◄/►►I	Press to skips tracks of the CD player, DVD player, or tape deck.
	REPLAY←·/ADVANCE→	Press to replay the previous scene or fast forward the current scene of the VCR or DVD player.
	◄◄/►►	Press to- search tracks in the forward/backward direction of the DVD player.- fastforward/rewind of the VCR, CD player, or tape deck.
	▷*	Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or tape deck.
	■	Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or tape deck. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)
	■	Press to stop playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, or tape deck.
	TV CH +/-	Press TV CH +/- and TV (16) at the same time to select preset TV channels.
	PRESET +/-	Press to select- preset stations.- preset channels of the VCR or satellite tuner.
	TUNING +/-	Press to scan a station.
16	TV	Press TV and the button you want at the same time to activate the buttons with orange printing.
17	RETURN/EXIT	Press to- return to the previous menu.- exit the menu while the menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, or satellite tuner is displayed on the TV screen.

Name	Function
18 ⊕, ↑/↓/←/→	After pressing AMP MENU (4), DVD MENU (10), or MENU (14), press ↑, ↓, ← or → to select the settings. When you press DVD MENU or MENU, press → enter the selection.
19 DISPLAY Press to select the information displayed on the TV screen of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player or DVD player.
20 -/--	Press -/-- and TV (16) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV.
>10/-	Press to select– track numbers over 10 of the VCR, satellite tuner or CD player.– channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal.
CLEAR Press to
21 Numeric buttons (number 5*)	Press to– preset/tune to preset stations.– select track numbers of the CD player or DVD player. Press 0/10 to select track number 10.– select channel numbers of the VCR or satellite tuner. Press the numeric buttons and TV (16) at the same time to select the TV channels.
222CH Press to select 2CH STEREO mode.
23 A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D. mode.
24 AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto Calibration function.

Name	Function
25 TV/VIDEO	Press TV/VIDEO and TV (16) at the same time to select the input signal (TV input or video input).
SLEEP	Press to activate the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.

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

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.

1: Installing speakers

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

A Front speaker (Left) B Front speaker (Right) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (Left) E Surround speaker (Right) F Sub woofer

Tip

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

Installing the speakers on a flat surface

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

Installing the speakers on the speaker stand

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

Installing the speakers on the wall

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

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

Hook on the back of the speaker

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

3 Hang the speakers on the screws.

Hook on the back of the speaker

Notes

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

2: Connecting speakers

A Speaker cords (short) (supplied) B Speaker cords (long) (supplied) C Monaural audio cord (supplied)

A Front speaker (Left) B Front speaker (Right) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (Left) E Surround speaker (Right) F Sub woofer

Tip

Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system's performance.

To connect the speaker correctly

Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the speakers.

Character on speaker label	Speaker type	Location of speaker label
L Front left Bottom
R Front right Bottom
SL Surround left Bottom
SR	Surround right	Bottom

* The center speaker and subwoofer do not have the character on the speaker label. For details on the speaker type, see page 2.

3a: Connecting the audio components

Connecting a Super Audio CD/CD player

The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player or CD player.

After connecting your audio component, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 22).

A Audio cord (not supplied)

3b: Connecting the video components

How to connect your components

This section describes how to connect your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.

After connecting all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 22).

Component to be connected

Component	See
TV page 17
DVD player/DVD recorder page 18
Satellite tuner/set-top box page 20
VCR page 21

Video input/output jack to be connected

The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.

Select the connection according to the jacks on your components.

Notes

• Connect image display components such as a TV or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver.
• Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV through the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not on, neither video nor audio is transmitted.

Connecting a TV

The image from a visual component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen.

It is not necessary to connect all the cables.

Connect video cords according to the jacks of your components.

A Video cord (not supplied) B Component video cord (not supplied)

Notes

• Connect image display components such as a TV or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver.
• Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio is transmitted.

- To fully enjoy surround sound while watching TV programmes, connect the audio output of your TV's jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks of the receiver and select VIDEO 2 as an input. Then, turn down or mute the TV's volume. For details on selecting the surround sound, see “Enjoying Surround Sound”.

Tip

You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV.

Connecting a DVD player/DVD recorder

The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player/DVD recorder. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

① Connecting audio

Notes

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

Tip

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

A Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

B Audio cord (not supplied)

② Connecting video

A Video cord (not supplied) B Component video cord (not supplied)

If you connect a DVD recorder

• Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 51).
• You can also rename the DVD input so that it can be displayed on the receiver's display. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 49).

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

Connecting a satellite tuner/set-top box

The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

Notes

• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip

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

A Audio cord (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

Connecting a VCR

The following illustration shows how to connect a VCR.

Note

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

A Audio/video cord (not supplied)

4: Connecting the antennas

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.

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

Notes

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.

5: Preparing the receiver and the remote

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.

Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

1,2

1 Press I/⏻ to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down I/⏻ for 5 seconds.

"PUSH" and "ENTER" appears on the display alternately.

3 Press ENTER.

After “CLEARING” appears on the display for a while, “CLEARED” appears.

The following items are reset to their factory settings.

• All settings in the LEVEL, TONE, SUR, TUNER, AUDIO and SYSTEM menus.
• The sound field memorized for each input and preset station.
• All sound field parameters.
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset stations.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to "VOL MIN".
• Input is set to "DVD".

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU006 remote commander.

Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.

Notes

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

Tip

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

6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

(AUTO CALIBRATION)

This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform Automatic Calibration as follows:

• Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver.
• Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker to your listening position.

You can also adjust the speaker levels and balance manually. For details, see

“7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 27).

Before you perform Auto Calibration

1 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. 2 Place the optimizer microphone at your listening position. 3 Place the speakers so that the speakers are facing the optimizer microphone.

Tips

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

Performing Auto Calibration

Press AMP MENU, then press AUTO CAL.

The following appears on the display.

A.CAL [5] → A.CAL [4] → A.CAL [3] →

A.CAL [2] → A.CAL [1]

The table below shows the display when measurement starts.

Measurement for Display
Environment noise level NOISE.CHK
Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately*
Speaker level	MEASURE and GAIN appears alternately*
Speaker distance	MEASURE and DISTANCE appears alternately*

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

When measurement ends, "COMPLETE" appears on the display and the settings are registered.

After you have finished

Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver.

Notes

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

Tips

- When Auto Calibration starts:

- Stand some distance away from the speakers and the listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement.

- Avoid making noise to get a more accurate measurement.

- The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you do the following during the measurement process:

• Press I/☐, input buttons or MUTING.
• Change the volume level.
• Press AUTO CAL again.

Error and warning codes

Error codes

When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows:

Error code → blank display → (error code → blank display) ^a) → PUSH → blank display → ENTER

a) Appears when there are more than one error code.

You can also use ENTER on the receiver.

3 Press I/ ¹ to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error.

For details, see “Error codes and remedies” below.

5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 25).

Error codes and remedies

Error code	Explanation Remedies
ERROR 10	The environment is too noisy.	Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.
ERROR 11	The speakers are placed too near the optimizer microphone.	Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone.
ERROR 20	The front speakers are not detected or only one front speaker is detected.	Check the front speakers connection.
ERROR 21	Only one surround speaker is detected.	Check the surround speakers connection.

Warning codes

During Auto Calibration, the warning code provides information on the measurement result. The warning code will appear on the display cyclically as follows:

Warning code → blank display → (warning code → blank display) ^b) → PUSH → blank display → ENTER

^b) Appears when there are more than one warning code.

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

To change the settings manually

1 Record down the warning code. 2 Press ⊕.

You can also use ENTER on the receiver.

3 Press I/ ¹ to turn off the receiver. 4 Follow the solution provided in the "Warning codes and solutions" below. 5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 25).

Warning codes and solutions

Warning code	Explanation Solution
WARN. 40	The environment is noisy.	Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration.
WARN. 50	The center speaker is not connected.	Be sure to connect the center speaker.
WARN. 51	The surround speakers are not connected.	Be sure to connect the surround speakers.
WARN. 60	The front speakers balance are out of range.	Reposition your front speakers. c)
WARN. 62	The center speaker level is out of range.	Reposition your center speaker. d)
WARN. 63	The surround left speaker level is out of range.	Reposition your surround left speaker. e)
WARN. 64	The surround right speaker level is out of range.	Reposition your surround right speaker. f)
WARN. 70	The front speakers distance are out of range.	Reposition your front speakers. c)
WARN. 72	The center speaker distance is out of range.	Reposition your center speaker. d)
WARN. 73	The surround left speaker distance is out of range.	Reposition your surround left speaker. e)
WARN. 74	The surround right speaker distance is out of range.	Reposition your surround right speaker. f)

c) For details, refer to "Front speaker distance" (page 38). d) For details, refer to "Center speaker distance" (page 38). c) For details, refer to "Surround left speaker distance" (page 39). 1) For details, refer to "Surround right speaker distance" (page 39).

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

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

Tip

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

1 Press AMP MENU.

"1-LEVEL" appears on the display.

2 Press ⊕ or → to enter the menu.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

3 Press ↑/↓ repeatedly to select "T. TONE".

You can also use Λ or V on the receiver.

4 Press ⊕ or → to enter the parameter.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

5 Press ↑/↓ repeatedly to select "T. TONE Y".

You can also use or on the receiver. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows:

Front left → Center → Front right → Surround right → Surround left → Sub woofer

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

For details, see “Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)” (page 35).

Tips

• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/-. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
• The adjusted values are shown on the display during adjustment.

To turn off the test tone

Repeat steps 1 to 5 above to select “T. TONE N”.

Playback

Selecting a component

1 Press the input button to select a component.

The selected input appears on the display.

Selected input [Display]	Components that can be played back
VIDEO 1 orVIDEO 2[VIDEO 1 orVIDEO 2]	VCR, etc., connected to theVIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack
DVD[DVD]	DVD player, etc.,connected to DVD jack
SA-CD/CD[SA-CD/CD]	Super Audio CD/CDplayer, etc., connected tothe SA-CD/CD jack
TUNER[FM or AM band]	Built-in radio tuner

2 Turn on the component and start playback.

3 Press MASTER VOL +/- to adjust the volume.

You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.

To mute the sound

Press MUTING.

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

• Press MUTING again.
• Increase the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.

To avoid damaging your speakers

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

To listen to the sub woofer

Be sure to use the buttons on the sub woofer for this operation.

1 Press POWER. The POWER indicator lights up.

2 Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume. Set the volume level to suit your preference accordingly to the selected input as slight adjustments may enhance the sound.

Note

Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum as extraneous noise may be heard.

Listening/Watching a component

Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD

Notes

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

Tips

• You can select the sound field to suit the music. Refer to page 42 for details. Recommended sound fields: Classical: HALL Jazz: JAZZ Live concert: CONCERT

- You can listen to the sound that was recorded in the 2 channel format from all speakers (multi channel). Refer to page 41 for details.

1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD player, then place the disc on the tray. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press SA-CD/CD. 4 Playback the disc. 5 Adjust to a suitable volume. 6 After you have finished listening to the Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/CD player.

Watching a DVD

Notes

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and DVD player. - Check the following if you cannot listen to multi channel sound.

- Be sure this receiver is connected to the DVD player via a digital connection.

- Be sure the digital audio output of the DVD player is set up properly.

Tips

• Select the sound format of the disc to be played, if necessary.
• You can select the sound field to suit the movie/music. Refer to page 42 for details.

Recommended sound fields:

Movie: C.ST.EX

Music: CONCERT

1 Turn on the TV and DVD player. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press DVD. 4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image of the DVD is displayed. 5 Set up the DVD player. Refer to "Quick Setup Guide" supplied with the receiver. 6 Playback the disc. 7 Adjust to a suitable volume. 8 After you have finished watching the DVD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV and DVD player.

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus

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

1 Press AMP MENU.

"1-LEVEL" appears on the display.

2 Press up/down repeatedly to select the menu you want.

You can also use up or down on the receiver.

3 Press + or right to enter the menu.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

4 Press up/down repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.

You can also use Λ or ∨ on the receiver.

5 Press ⊕ or → to enter the parameter.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

6 Press ♦/▼ repeatedly to select the setting you want.

You can also use ∧ or ∨ on the receiver. The setting is applied automatically.

To return to the previous display

Press ←.

You can also use < on the receiver.

To exit the menu

Press AMP MENU.

Note

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

Overview of the menus

The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 32.

Menu[Display]	Parameters[Display]	Settings Initial setting
LEVEL (35)[1-LEVEL]	Test tonea) [T. TONE]	T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T. TONE N
	Front speaker balancea) [FRT BAL]	BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8	BALANCE
	Center speaker level [CNT LVL]	CNT -10 dB to CNT +10 dB(1 dB step)	CNT 0 dB
	Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]	SUR L -10 dB to SUR L +10 dB(1 dB step)	SUR L 0 dB
	Surround right speaker level [SR LVL]	SUR R -10 dB to SUR R +10 dB(1 dB step)	SUR R 0 dB
	Sub woofer level [SW LVL]	SW -10 dB to SW +10 dB(1 dB step)	SW 0 dB
	Dynamic range compressora) [D. RANGE]	COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. MAX	COMP. OFF
TONE (36)[2-TONE]	Front speaker bass level [BASS LVL]	BASS -6 dB to BASS +6 dB(1 dB step)	BASS 0 dB
	Front speaker treble level [TRE LVL]	TRE -6 dB to TRE +6 dB(1 dB step)	TRE 0 dB
SUR (36)[3-SUR]	Sound field selectiona) [S.F. SELCT]	2CH ST., A.F.D. AUTO, DOLBY PL, PLII MV, PLII MS, MULTI ST., C.ST.EX A, C.ST.EX B, C.ST.EX C, HALL, JAZZ, CONCERT	A.F.D. AUTO
	Effect\ levela) [EFFECT]	EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD, EFCT. MAX	EFCT. STD
TUNER (37)[4-TUNER]	FM station receiving modea) [FM MODE]	FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO
	Naming preset stationsa) [NAME IN]
AUDIO (37)[5-AUDIO]	Digital audio input decoding prioritya)[DEC. PRI.]	DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTOfor:VIDEO 1,VIDEO 2;DEC. PCM for: DVD
	Digital broadcast language selectiona)[DUAL]	DUAL M/S, DUAL M,DUAL S, DUAL M+S	DUAL M
	A/V Synca)[A.V. SYNC.]	A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N A.V.SYNC. N
	Naming inputsa)[NAME IN]
SYSTEM (38)[6-SYSTEM]	Front speakers distancea)[FRT DIST.]	DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m(0.1 m step)	DIST. 3.0 m
	Center speaker distancea)[CNT DIST.]	DIST. ■■ mbetween front speaker distance and1.5 m (0.1 m step)	DIST. 3.0 m
	Surround left speaker distancea)[SL DIST.]	DIST. ■■ mbetween front speaker distance and4.5 m (0.1 m step)	DIST. 3.0 m
	Surround right speaker distancea)[SR DIST.]	DIST. ■■ mbetween front speaker distance and4.5 m (0.1 m step)	DIST. 3.0 m
	Surround speaker positiona)[SUR POS.]	SIDE/LO, SIDE/HI, BEHD/LO,BEHD/HI	SIDE/LO
	Brightness of the displaya)[DIMMER]	0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim
A. CAL (40)[7-A. CAL]	Auto calibrationa)[AUTO CAL]	A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO A.CAL NO

a) For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.

Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)

You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

LEVEL menu parameters

■ T. TONE (Test tone)

Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see “7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 27).

■ FRT BAL (Front speaker balance)

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

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

■ D. RANGE (Dynamic range compressor)

Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.

• COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed.
• COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer.
• COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.

Tip

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

Adjusting the tone (TONE menu)

You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. These settings are applied to all sound fields.

Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

TONE menu parameters

■ BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) ■ TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level)

Settings for the surround sound

(SUR menu)

You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

SUR menu parameters

■ S.F. SELCT (Sound field selection)

Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 41).

Note

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

■ EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button and for “HP THEA” sound field.

• EFCT. MIN: The surround effect is minimum. • EFCT. STD: The surround effect is standard. • EFCT. MAX: The surround effect is maximum.

Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu)

You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations.

Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

TUNER menu parameters

■ FM MODE (FM station receiving mode)

• FM AUTO

This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio station is broadcast in stereo.

• FM MONO

This receiver will decode the signal as mono signal regardless of the broadcast signal.

■ NAME IN (Naming preset stations)

Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see “Naming preset stations” (page 48).

Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu)

You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference.

Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

AUDIO menu parameters

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

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

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

- DEC. PCM PCM signals are given priority (to prevent interruption when playback starts).

However, when other signals are input, there may be no sound depending on the format. In this case, set to “DEC. AUTO”.

Note

When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for CD, etc.) is interrupted when playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.

■ DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection)

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

• DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. • DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. • DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output. • DUAL M+S (Main+Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.

■ A.V. SYNC. (A/V Sync)

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

Notes

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

■ NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 49).

Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu)

You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system.

Select “6-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 32) and “Overview of the menus” (page 33).

SYSTEM menu parameters

■ FRT DIST. (Front speakers distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A).

If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance as the average distance between the front speakers.

■ CNT DIST. (Center speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 1.5 meters closer to your listening position (B).

■ SL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround left speaker. Surround left speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance

(A) on page 38) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your listening position (C) on page 38).

■ SR DIST. (Surround right speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround right speaker.

Surround right speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 38) to a distance 4.5

meters closer to your listening position (D on page 38).

Tip

The receiver lets you 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 1.5 meters closer from 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

4.5 meters 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 1–2 meters 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 parameters while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

■ SUR POS. (Surround speaker position)

Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 42).

• SIDE / LO

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

• SIDE / HI

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

- BEHD/LO

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

- BEHD/HI

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

Tip

Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical.

Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the surround effects become unclear unless set to “SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.

Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are located to the immediate left and right.

Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select “BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.

■ DIMMER (Brightness of the display)

Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically

(A. CAL menu)

For details, see “6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 24).

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound.

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want.

For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page 41).

Types of A.F.D. mode

Decoding mode	A.F.D. mode [Display]	Multi channel audio after decoding	Effect
(Detecting automatically)	A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO]	(Detecting automatically)	Performs the sound as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals.
Dolby Pro Logic	PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL]	4 channel Performs	Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels.
Dolby Pro Logic II	PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV]	5 channel Performs	Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.
	PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS]	5 channel Performs	Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
(Multi Stereo)	MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.]	(Multi Stereo) Outputs	2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.

Selecting a pre-programmed 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.

Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music.

For details, see “Types of sound field available” (page 42).

Types of sound field available

Sound field for	Sound field [Display]	Effect
Movie CINEMA	STUDIO EX ADCS[C.ST.EX A]	Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.
	CINEMA STUDIO EX BDCS[C.ST.EX B]	Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.
	CINEMA STUDIO EX CDCS[C.ST.EX C]	Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack.
Music HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
Headphone HEADPHONE 2CH[HP 2CH]		This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone when 2 channel mode (page 44)/A.F.D. mode (page 41) is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)

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

About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes

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

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

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

The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously.

Notes

• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
• This function does not work for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.

Tip

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

• Dolby Digital discs • DOLBY SURROUND • DOLBY SURROUND encoded programs • Digital Surround encoded programs

To turn off the surround effect for movie/music

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

Using only the front speakers and subwoofer (2CH STEREO)

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

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

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 subwoofer.

Press 2CH.

Resetting sound fields to the initial settings

Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

1,2 2

1 Press I/⏻ to turn off the receiver.

2 While holding down 2CH, press I/☐.

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

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio

You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 22).

Tip

The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 2.

Area code FM AM

SP, AU 50 kHz 9 kHz

Automatic tuning

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

You can also use FM or AM on the receiver.

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.

In case of poor FM stereo reception

If the FM stereo reception is poor and "STEREO" flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted.

Press FM MODE repeatedly until the "MONO" indicator lights up on the display. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE repeatedly until the "MONO" indicator on the display does not light up.

Direct tuning

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

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

You can also use FM or 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

Press 1 → 3 → 5 → 0

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

4 Press ENTER.

If you cannot tune in a station

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

Presetting radio stations

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

Presetting radio stations

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

You can also use FM or AM on the receiver.

2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 45) or Direct Tuning (page 45).

Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 45).

3 Press MEMORY.

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

4 Press the numeric button to select a preset number.

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

5 Press ENTER.

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

6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset another station.

Tuning to preset stations

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

You can also use FM or AM on the receiver.

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

You can also use PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – on the receiver. Each time you press the button, you can select a preset station as follows:

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

Naming preset stations

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

You can also use FM or AM on the receiver.

2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 47).

3 Press AMP MENU.

"1-LEVEL" appears on the display.

4 Press up/down repeatedly to select "4-TUNER".

You can also use up or down on the receiver.

5 Press enter or right to enter the menu.

You can also use ENTER or right on the receiver.

6 Press up/down repeatedly to select "NAME IN".

You can also use up or down on the receiver.

7 Press enter or right to enter the parameter.

You can also use ENTER or right on the receiver.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in "To create an index name" (page 48).

To create an index name

1 Use the up/down/left/right arrow keys to create an index name.

You can also use ∧ or ∨ and < or > on the receiver.

Press the up/down arrow keys to select a character, then press the left/right arrow keys to move the cursor to the next position.

If you made a mistake

Press the up/down arrow keys until the character you want to change flashes, then press the up/down arrow keys to select the correct character.

Tip

You can select the character type as follows by pressing the up/down arrow keys.

Alphabet (upper case) → Numbers → Symbols

2 Press ⊙.

You can also use ENTER on the receiver. The entered name is registered.

Other Operation

Switching the audio input mode

(INPUT MODE)

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

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

The selected audio input mode appears on the display.

Audio input modes

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

Note

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

Naming inputs

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

1 Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for. 2 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 3 Press ↑/↓ repeatedly to select "5-AUDIO".

You can also use Λ or V on the receiver.

4 Press ⊕ or → to enter the menu.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

5 Press ↑/↓ to select "NAME IN".

You can also use Λ or V on the receiver.

6 Press ⊕ or → to enter the parameter.

You can also use ENTER or > on the receiver.

The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” (page 48).

Changing the display

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

Press DISPLAY repeatedly.

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

All inputs except the FM and AM band

Index name of the input ^a) → Selected input → Sound field currently applied

FM and AM band

Preset station name ^a) → Frequency → Sound field currently applied

a) Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 48, 49). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.

Using the Sleep Timer

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

Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.

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

2 - 0 0 - 0 0 1 - 3 0 - 0 0 1 - 0 0 - 0 0 0 - 3 0 - 0 0 OFF

When Sleep Timer is being used, "SLEEP" lights up on the display.

Tip

To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments

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

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

Example: Press DVD.

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

Example: Press 4.

Now you can use the DVD button to control the DVD recorder.

Categories and the corresponding buttons

Categories Press
VCR (command mode VTR 3)a)	1
VCR (command mode VTR 2)a)	2
DVD player/DVD recorder (command mode DVD1)b)	3
DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)b)	4
CD player 5
MD deck 6
Tape deck B 7
Tuner (this receiver) 8
DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 9
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 0/10

a) Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively.

b) Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

To clear all remote button assignments

Press I/ ① , AUTO CAL and MASTER VOL – at the same time.

The remote is reset to its factory settings.

Additional Information

Glossary

■ Dolby Digital

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

■ Dolby Pro Logic II

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

■ Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic)

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

■ DTS Digital Surround

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

■ Sampling frequency

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

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.

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.
• Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. (If the receiver is being used in combination with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna.)
• Use caution when placing the receiver or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

On operation

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

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

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

If color irregularity is observed...

Turn off the TV set, 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 questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

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

Audio

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

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

There is no sound from a specific component.

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

There is no sound from one of the front speakers.

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

- Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog component, and not only to either the L or R jack. Use an audio cord (not supplied).

There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources.

- Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN” or “OPT IN” for the selected input (page 49).

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

- Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 49). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN” for the sources from the OPTICAL input jack, or to “OPT IN” for the sources from the COAXIAL input jack.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

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

There is severe hum or noise.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 m away from a TV set or fluorescent light.
• Move your audio components away from the TV.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.

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

• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 42).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 27).

There is no sound from the subwoofer.

• Check that the subwoofer is connected correctly and securely.
• Make sure you have turned on your subwoofer.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

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

Dolby Digital or DTS Multi Channel sound is not reproduced.

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

Video

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

• Select the appropriate input using the input buttons.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your audio components away from the TV.
• Assign the component video input correctly.

Tuner

The FM reception is poor.

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

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 46).
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver so that the frequency appears on the display.

Remote control

The remote does not function.

• Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see "Error and warning codes" (page 26) to solve the problem.

DEC. ERROR

Appears when a signal the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and "DEC. PRI." on the AUDIO menu is set to "DEC. PCM". Set it to "DEC. AUTO" (page 34).

PROTECT

Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again.

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

Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 23). 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 persists

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

Reference sections for clearing the receiver's memory

To clear See

All memorized settings page 23

Customized sound fields page 44

Specifications

Amplifier section

Power Output ¹⁾

Models of area code SP

Stereo mode (rated) (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 1%)

70 W + 70 W

Surround mode ²⁾ (reference) (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

RMS output

FRONT: 100 W per

channel

CENTER: 100 W

SURROUND: 100 W per channel

Models of area code AU

Stereo mode (rated) (6 ohms 120 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

50 W + 50 W

Stereo mode (rated) (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 1%)

85 W + 85 W

Surround mode 2) (reference) (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

RMS output

FRONT: 122 W per

channel

CENTER: 122 W

SURROUND: 122 W per channel

1) Measured under the following conditions:

Area code Power requirements

SP 230 V AC, 50 Hz

AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz

2) Reference power output for front, center and surround speakers. Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Inputs

Analog Sensitivity: 800 mV/50 kohms

Digital (Coaxial)

Impedance: 75 ohms

Outputs (Analog)

SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm Tone

Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step

Reproduction frequency range: 28 – 20,000 Hz

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz

Antenna FM wire antenna

Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced

Intermediate Frequency 10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range

Models of area code SP, AU

With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 - 1,602 kHz

Antenna Loop antenna

Intermediate Frequency 450 kHz

Video section

Inputs/Outputs

Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

COMPONENT VIDEO:

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p,

75 ohms

Pr/Cr: 0.7 Vp-p,

75 ohms

80 MHz HD Pass Through

General

Power requirements

Area code	Power requirements
AU	240 V AC, 50 Hz
SP	230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

Area code	Power consumption
AU	190 W
SP	170 W

Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.3 W

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

430 × 145 × 300 mm

including projecting parts and controls

Mass (Approx.) 7.5 kg

Speaker section

- Front speakers (SS-MSP685)

• Center speaker (SS-CNP685)

• Surround speakers (SS-SRP685)

Front/center speakers

Full range, magnetically shielded

Surround speakers Full range

Speaker units 70 mm cone type

Enclosure type Closed type

Rated Impedance 6 ohms

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

Front/surround speakers

91 × 96 × 102 mm

Center speaker 155 × 96 × 101 mm

Mass (Approx.)

Front speakers 0.6 kg

Center speaker 0.7 kg

Surround speakers 0.5 kg

- Sub woofer (SA-WP785)

Speaker system Active subwoofer, magnetically shielded

Speaker unit 200 mm cone type

Enclosure type Acoustically loaded bass reflex

RMS output 190 W

Input LINE IN (input pin jacks)

Power requirements

Area code Power requirements

AU 240 V AC, 50Hz

SP 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption 80 W

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

270 x 330 x 373 mm

including front panel

Mass (Approx.) 8.3 kg

Supplied speakers

• Front speakers (2)
• Center speaker (1)
• Surround speakers (2)
• Subwoofer (1)

Supplied accessories

FM wire antenna (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

Speaker cords, long (2)

Speaker cords, short (3)

Coaxial digital cord (1)

Monaural audio cord (1)

Foot pads (speakers) (20)

Remote commander RM-AAU006 (1)

R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or ECM-AC2a)(1)

For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 2.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Index

Numerics

2 channel 44

2CH STEREO 44

5.1 channel 12

A

AUTO CALIBRATION 24

AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 41

C

CD player connecting 15 playback 30

D

Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 42, 43

Dolby Digital 52

DTS 52

DVD player connecting 18 playback 31

E

Error messages 57

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Initial setup 23

INPUT MODE 49

M

Menu

A. CAL 40

AUDIO 37

LEVEL 35

SUR 36

SYSTEM 38

TONE 36

TUNER 37

Muting 29

N

Naming 48

S

Satellite tuner connecting 20

Selecting component 28 sound field 42

Sleep Timer 50

Sound fields resetting 44 selecting 42

Speakers connecting 14 installing 12

Super Audio CD player connecting 15 playback 30

Supplied accessories 59

TEST TONE 27

Tuner connecting 22

Tuning automatically 45 directly 45 to preset stations 47

TV connecting 17

V

VCR connecting 21