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DVD Home
Theatre System
Operating Instructions

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

HT-7100DH
©2007 Sony Corporation

model name1[HT-7100DH]
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WARNING
WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
To reduce the risk of fire or electric to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
shock, do not expose this apparatus to designed to provide reasonable protection against
rain or moisture. harmful interference in a residential installation.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the in accordance with the instructions, may cause
apparatus. harmful interference to radio communications.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects However, there is no guarantee that interference will
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
or television reception, which can be determined by
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
Install this system so that the power cord can be
or more of the following measures:
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
event of trouble.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
Don’t throw away batteries with and receiver.
general house waste; dispose of – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
them correctly as chemical waste. different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
For customers in the United technician for help.
States
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
This symbol is intended to alert the connected to the grounding system of the building,
user to the presence of uninsulated as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
“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.

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About This Manual Note for the supplied remote

• The instructions in this manual are for model (RM-AAP016)
HT-7100DH. The AUX button on the remote is not available
The HT-7100DH consists of: for receiver operation.
• Receiver STR-K7100
• DVD player DVP-NC85H
• Speaker system
– Front speaker SS-MSP7000
– Center speaker SS-CNP900
– Surround speaker SS-SRP7000
– Sub woofer SA-WP780
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the supplied remote. You can also use
the controls on the receiver if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.

About area codes

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

R
SURROUND CENTER

Area code

Any differences in operation, according to the area

code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro

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

This receiver incorporates High-Definition

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

The XM name and related logos are registered

trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.

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Table of Contents

Getting Started Enjoying Surround Sound

Description and location of parts...................5 Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround
1: Installing speakers ...................................14 sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) ...... 47
2: Connecting speakers................................16 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field .... 49
3a: Connecting the audio components ........17 Using only the front speakers and sub woofer
3b: Connecting the video components ........18 (2CH STEREO) ..................................... 51
4: Connecting the antennas..........................26 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings 52
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote.....27
6: Selecting the speaker system...................28
Tuner Operations
7: Calibrating the appropriate settings
automatically Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 52
(AUTO CALIBRATION) ......................29 Presetting radio stations .............................. 54
8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance Listening to the XM Radio ......................... 56
(TEST TONE) ........................................33 Presetting XM Radio stations ..................... 60

Playback Other Operations

Selecting a component.................................34 Switching the audio input mode
Listening/Watching a component................36 (INPUT MODE) .................................... 63
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT) ............................................ 63
Amplifier Operations Listening to digital sound from other inputs
Navigating through menus ..........................38 (DIGITAL ASSIGN) ............................. 66
Adjusting the level Naming inputs............................................. 67
(LEVEL menu).......................................41 Changing the display .................................. 68
Adjusting the tone Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 68
(TONE menu).........................................42 Recording using the receiver ...................... 69
Settings for the surround sound
(SUR menu)............................................42
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........43 Using the Remote
Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) ........43 Programming the remote ............................ 70
Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).........44
Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...45
Calibrating the appropriate settings
Additional Information
automatically Glossary ...................................................... 75
(A. CAL menu).......................................47 Precautions.................................................. 76
Troubleshooting .......................................... 77
Specifications.............................................. 81
Index ........................................................... 83

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Getting Started

Getting Started
Description and location of parts
Receiver

Front panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

?/1
MASTER VOLUME
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

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Name Function Name Function

A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on F DISPLAY Press to select information
(on/standby) or off (page 27, 36, 37, 52, displayed on the display
81). (page 68).
B SPEAKERS Press to select the speaker G INPUT MODE Press to select the input
(OFF/A/B/A+B) system (page 28). mode when the same
components are connected
C Display The current status of the to both digital and analog
selected component or a list jacks (page 63).
of selectable items appears
here (page 7). H MASTER Turn to adjust the volume
VOLUME level of all speakers at the
D MULTI Lights up when multi
same time (page 33, 34,
CHANNEL channel audio is decoded
36, 37).
DECODING (page 37).
lamp I MUTING Press to mute the sound
(page 34).
E Remote sensor Receives signals from
remote commander. J AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto
Calibration function
(page 29).

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Name Function
K INPUT Turn to select the input
SELECTOR source to playback (page
34, 36, 37, 53, 55, 63, 65,
69).
L MOVIE, Press to select sound fields
MUSIC (MOVIE, MUSIC) (page
49).
M A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D.
mode (page 47).
N 2CH Press to select 2CH
STEREO mode (page 51,
52).
O TUNING +/– Press to scan a station
(page 53, 54).
P TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning
mode (page 55, 81).
Q MEMORY/ENTER Press to store a station or
enter the selection when
selecting the settings
(page 27).
R VIDEO 3 IN/ Connect to camcorder or
PORTABLE AV IN video game (page 25, 34).
jacks
S AUTO CAL MIC Connects to the supplied
jack optimizer microphone for
the Auto Calibration
function (page 29).
T PHONES jack Connects to a headphone
(page 78).

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About the indicators on the display

Getting Started
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

SW LFE SP A ; D ; PL II ; PL OPT DTS CAT MEMORY ST

SP B COAX D.RANGE MONO
L C R
SL S SR

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Name Function Name Function

A SW Lights up when the audio signal F OPT Lights up when VIDEO 2 input
is output from the SUB is selected. However,
WOOFER jack. “UNLOCK” appears on the
display if no digital signal is
B LFE Lights up when the disc being
input through the OPTICAL
played back contains an LFE
jack.
(Low Frequency Effect)
“OPT” also lights up when SAT
channel and the LFE channel
input is selected if
signal is actually being
– INPUT MODE is set to
reproduced. “AUTO IN” and the source
C SP A/SP B Lights up according to the signal is a digital signal being
speaker system used. However, input through the OPTICAL
these indicators do not light up jack.
if the speaker output is turned – INPUT MODE is set to “OPT
off or if a headphone is IN” (page 63).
connected. G DTS Lights up when the receiver is
D ;D Lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS signals.
decoding Dolby Digital signals. Note
Note When playing a DTS format
When playing a Dolby Digital disc, be sure that you have made
format disc, be sure that you digital connections and that
have made digital connections INPUT MODE is not set to
and that INPUT MODE is not “ANALOG” (page 63).
set to “ANALOG” (page 63). H Tuner Lights up when using the
E ;PL/ “; PL” lights up when the indicators receiver to tune in radio stations
;PL II receiver applies Pro Logic (page 52), etc.
processing to 2 channel signals I Preset Lights up when using the
in order to output the center and station receiver to tune in radio stations
surround channel signals. indicators you have preset. For details on
“; PL II” lights up when the presetting radio stations, see
Pro Logic II Movie or Music page 54.
decoder is activated.
J D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated (page
41).

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Name Function
K MEMORY Lights up when a memory
function, such as Preset
Memory (page 54), etc., is
activated.
L COAX Lights up when INPUT MODE
is set to “AUTO IN” and the
source signal is a digital signal
being input through the
COAXIAL jack, or when
INPUT MODE is set to “COAX
IN” (page 63).
M Playback The letters (L, C, R, etc.)
channel indicate the channels being
indicators 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): 3/2.1
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

SW
L C R
SL SR

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Rear panel
1 2

Getting Started
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

6 5 4 3

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section C SPEAKER section

OPTICAL Connects to a DVD Connects to
IN jack player, etc. The speakers (page 16).
COAXIAL jack
provides a better
COAXIAL IN quality of loud
jack sound (page 20,
24).

HDMI IN/ Connects to a DVD

Connects to sub
OUT jacka) player, or a Blu-ray
disc player. The woofer (page 16).
image and the
sound are output to
a TV or a projector
(page 22).
D VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
Connect to a section
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter AUDIO IN/ Connects the video
White (L) OUT jack and audio jacks of
(page 64).
a VCR or a DVD
Red (R) player (page 19,
20, 21, 24, 25).
B COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ VIDEO IN/
OUTPUT section Yellow OUT jacka)
COMPONENT Connects to a DVD
Green
VIDEO player, TV,
INPUT/ satellite tuner, etc.
Blue OUTPUT You can enjoy high
jacka) quality image
Red (page 19, 21, 24).

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E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

Remote commander
AUDIO IN/ Connects to Super
White (L) OUT jack Audio CD player You can use the supplied remote to operate the
or CD player, etc. receiver and to control the Sony audio/video
Red (R) (page 17). components that the remote is assigned to
operate.
You can also program the remote to control
non-Sony audio/video components. For
F ANTENNA section details, see “Programming the remote” (page
FM Connects to the 70).
ANTENNA FM wire antenna
jack supplied with this RM-AAP016
receiver (page 26).
wj 1
AM Connects to the TV RM SET UP AV ?/
/1
?/1

ANTENNA AM loop antenna wh 2

terminals supplied with this
SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD

receiver (page 26). 3

SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER
XM terminal Connects to the
XM connect-and- AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
4
Play antenna (not 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
supplied with this 5
receiver) (page SLEEP
CATEGORY
MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
6
wg 7
57). wf
1 2 3
a) You can watch the selected input image when you

connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack 4 5 6 8

to a TV (page 19). 7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
wd 9
>10 MEMORY
GUIDE DISPLAY

ws F q;

wa G g

f
w; O qa
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS
qs
ql – CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >

TUNING – TUNING +
m M qd
DISC SKIP

qk
TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

MUTING

qj qf

DVD
TOP MENU MENU F1 F2
qh qg
TV INPUT WIDE

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Name Function Name Function

A AV ?/1 Press to turn on or off the audio/ E MUSIC Press to select sound fields
(on/standby) video components that the (MUSIC).

Getting Started
remote is programmed to 2CH Press to select 2CH STEREO
operate. mode.
To turn the TV on or off, press
TV (Z) and then press AV ?/1. A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D. mode.
If you press ?/1 (B) at the MOVIE Press to select sound fields
same time, it will turn off the (MOVIE).
receiver and other components
(SYSTEM STANDBY). F D. TUNING Press to enter direct tuning
Note mode.
The function of the AV ?/1 G AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto
switch changes automatically Calibration function.
each time you press the input
buttons (3). H Numeric Press the numeric buttons to
buttons – preset/tune to preset stations.
B ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or (number 5a)) – select track numbers of the
(on/standby) off. CD player, VCD player, LD
To turn off all components, player, DVD player, MD
press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at deck, DAT deck, or tape deck.
the same time (SYSTEM Press 0/10 to select track
STANDBY). number 10.
– select channel numbers of the
C Input Press one of the buttons to
TV, VCR, satellite tuner, Blu-
buttons select the component you want
ray disc recorder, hard disc
to use. When you press any of
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
the input buttons, the receiver
COMBO or DVD/HDD
turns on. The buttons are
COMBO.
factory assigned to control Sony
Press TV (Z) and then press
components as follows. You
the numeric buttons to select
can program the remote to
the TV channels.
control non-Sony components
following the steps in I MEMORY Press MEMORY to store a
“Programming the remote” on station.
page 70.
ENTER Press to enter the value after
selecting a channel, disc or track
Button Assigned Sony using the numeric buttons of the
component
VCR, CD player, VCD player,
VIDEO 1 VCR (VTR mode 3) LD player, MD deck, DAT deck,
VIDEO 2 VCR (VTR mode 2)
tape deck, satellite tuner, Blu-ray
disc recorder or PSX.
VIDEO 3 VCR (VTR mode 1) To enter the value of Sony TV,
DVD DVD player press TV (Z) and then press
ENTER.
SAT Satellite tuner
J DISPLAY Press to select information
TV TV displayed on the TV screen of
SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/CD the TV, VCR, VCD player, LD
player player, DVD player, CD player,
MD deck, Blu-ray disc
TUNER Built-in tuner
recorder, PSX, satellite tuner,
AUX Not assigned DVD/VHS COMBO or DVD/
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA HDD COMBO.
PORT adapter To select information of Sony
TV, press TV (Z) and then
D RECEIVER Press to activate the receiver press DISPLAY.
operation (page 33).

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Name Function Name Function

K OPTIONS Press to display and select items ./>b) Press to skip tracks of the VCR,
TOOLS from the option menus for DVD CD player, VCD player, LD
player or DVD/VHS COMBO. player, DVD player, MD deck,
To display the options of Sony DAT deck, tape deck, Blu-ray
TV, press TV (Z) and then disc recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
press OPTIONS TOOLS. COMBO, or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
L MENU Press to display the menus of
the receiver, VCR, DVD TUNING +/– Press to scan a station.
player, satellite tuner, Blu-ray N TV CH +a)/– Press TV (Z) and then press
disc recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS TV/CH +/– to select preset TV
COMBO or DVD/HDD channels.
COMBO on the TV screen.
Then, use the V/v/B/b and PRESET Press to
to perform menu operations. To +a)/– – select preset stations.
– select preset channels of the
display the menus of Sony TV,
TV, VCR, satellite tuner, Blu-
press TV (Z) and then press
ray disc recorder, DVD player,
MENU. DVD/VHS COMBO or DVD/
M Ha) b) Press to start playback of the HDD COMBO.
VCR, CD player, VCD player,
O F1, F2 Press F1 or F2 to select a
LD player, DVD player, MD
component to operate.
deck, DAT deck, tape deck,
– DVD/HDD COMBO
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
F1: HDD mode
DVD/VHS COMBO or DVD/
F2: DVD mode
HDD COMBO.
– DVD/VHS COMBO
Xb) Press to pause playback or F1: DVD mode
recording of the VCR, CD F2: VHS mode
player, VCD player, LD player,
TV/INPUT Press TV (Z) and then press
DVD player, MD deck, DAT
TV/INPUT to select the input
deck, tape deck, Blu-ray disc
signal (TV input or video input).
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or DVD/HDD WIDE Press TV (Z) and then press
COMBO. (Also starts WIDE to select the wide picture
recording with components in mode.
recording standby.)
P DVD TOP Press to display the menu or on-
xb) Press to stop playback of the MENU screen guide of the DVD player
VCR, CD player, VCD player, on the TV screen.
LD player, DVD player, MD Then, use the V/v/B/b and
deck, DAT deck, tape deck, to perform menu operations.
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX,
DVD/VHS COMBO or DVD/ DVD MENU Press to display the menu of the
HDD COMBO. DVD player on the TV screen.
Then, use the V/v/B/b and
m/Mb) Press to to perform menu operations.
– search tracks in the forward/
backward direction of the CD Q TV VOL +/– Press TV (Z) and then press
player, VCD player, DVD TV VOL to adjust the TV
player, LD player, MD deck, volume level.
Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX, MASTER Press to adjust the volume level
DVD/VHS COMBO, or VOL +/– of all speakers at the same time.
DVD/HDD COMBO.
– fast forward/rewind of the MUTING Press to mute the sound.
VCR, DAT deck, or tape To mute the sound of the TV,
deck. press TV (Z) and then press
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Name Function Name Function

R DISC SKIP Press to skip disc of the CD CLEAR Press to clear a mistake when
player, VCD player, DVD you press the incorrect

Getting Started
player or MD deck (multi-disc numeric button of the DVD
changer only). player, Blu-ray disc recorder,
S CATEGORY Press to select the category for PSX, satellite tuner, DVD/
+/– XM Radio. VHS COMBO or DVD/HDD
COMBO.
REPLAY / Press to replay the previous
ADVANCE scene or fast forward the >10 Press to select track numbers
current scene of the DVD over 10 of the CD player,
player, Blu-ray disc recorder, VCD player, LD player, MD
DVD/VHS COMBO or DVD/ deck, tape deck, TV, VCR or
HDD COMBO. satellite tuner.
T RETURN/ Press to X CATEGORY Press to select the category
EXIT O – return to the previous menu. MODE mode for XM Radio.
– exit the menu while the menu
Y SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep
or on-screen guide of the
Timer function and the
VCD player, LD player,
duration which the receiver
DVD player, Blu-ray disc
turns off automatically.
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS
COMBO, or satellite tuner is Z TV Press to light up the button. It
displayed on the TV screen. changes the remote key
To return to the previous function to activate the
menu of Sony TV, press TV buttons with orange printing.
(Z) and then press It also activate the DISPLAY
RETURN/EXIT O. (J), OPTIONS TOOLS
U , After pressing RECEIVER (K), MENU (L),
(D), then press MENU (L) RETURN/EXIT O (T),
V/v/B/b (U) and V/v/B/b (U)
for receiver operation, press
buttons to perform menu
V/v/B/b to select the settings.
operations for Sony TVs only.
After pressing DVD TOP
MENU (P) or DVD MENU wj RM SET UP Press to set up the remote.
(P), press V/v/B/b to select a)
the settings, and then press The number 5, PRESET +, TV CH + and H
to enter the selection. buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as
Press also, to enter the references when operating the receiver.
b)
selection of the receiver, VCR, The button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA
satellite tuner, CD player, PORT adapter operation. For details on the
DVD player or Blu-ray disc function of the buttons, see the operating
recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA
COMBO or DVD/HDD PORT adapter.
COMBO.
V GUIDE Press to display the EPG Notes
(Electronic Program Guide) • Some functions explained in this section may not
of the TV, DVD player, work depending on the model.
Satellite tuner, Blu-ray disc • The above explanation is intended to serve as an
recorder, PSX or DVD/HDD example only. Therefore, depending on the
COMBO. component, the above operation may not be
W -/-- Press to select the channel possible or may operate differently than described.
entry mode, either one or two • The AUX on the remote is not available for
digit of the VCR or satellite receiver operation.
tuner.
To select the channel entry
mode of the TV, press TV
(Z) and then press -/--.

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1: Installing speakers
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel
surround sound requires five speakers (two Installing the speakers on a flat
front speakers, a center speaker, and two surface
surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1
Before you install the speakers and sub
channel).
woofer, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads
to prevent vibration or movement as shown in
Example of a 5.1 channel the illustration below.
speaker system configuration

Installing the speakers on the

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

AFront speaker (Left)

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

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

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Installing the speakers on the 3 Hang the speakers on the

wall screws.

Getting Started
Hook on the back of the speaker
You can install your surround speakers on the
wall. 4.6 mm
(3/16 inch)
1 Prepare screws (not supplied)
10 mm
that are suitable for the hook on (13/32 inch)
the back of each speaker as
shown in the illustrations
below.

more than 4 mm
(5/32 inch)

more than 25 mm (1 inch)

4.6 mm
(3/16 inch)
Notes
10 mm • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material
(13/32 inch)
and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially
Hook on the back of the speaker 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
2 Fasten the screws to the wall. applied.
The screws should protrude 5 • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall
to 7 mm. 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.

5 to 7 mm
(7/32 to 9/32 inch)

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2: Connecting speakers
F A D

A
B

DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT

HDMI

XM
PB/CB

PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R
AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS FRONT Ba)

B E C

A Monaural audio cord (supplied)

B Speaker cords (supplied)b)
a)
AFront speaker A (Left) If you have an additional front speaker system,
BFront speaker A (Right) connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B
terminal. You can select the front speakers you
CCenter speaker
want to use with the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
DSurround speaker (Left) button. For details, see “6: Selecting the speaker
ESurround speaker (Right) system” (page 28).
b)
FSub woofer Use the long speaker cords to connect the surround
speakers and the short speaker cords to connect the
front and center speakers.

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To connect the speakers

correctly 3a: Connecting the audio
Check the speaker type by referring to the

Getting Started
speaker label* on the rear panel of the components
speakers.
Character on Speaker type Connecting a Super Audio CD/CD
speaker label
player/CD recorder
L Front left
R Front right The following illustration shows how to
SL Surround left connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player
SR Surround right
or CD recorder.
After connecting your audio component,
* The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any proceed to “3b: Connecting the video
character on the speaker label. For details on the components” (page 18) or “4: Connecting the
speaker type, see page 3. antennas” (page 26).
Tip
Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system’s Super Audio
CD player/
performance. CD player/
CD recorder

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM

COAXIAL
DVD
IN

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

DMPORT

L L L L

R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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3b: Connecting the video components

TV, etc. INPUT
How to hook up your jack COMPONENT
components HDMI VIDEO VIDEO

This section describes how to hook up your

components to this receiver. Before you begin,
refer to “Component to be connected” below Receiver
for the pages which describe how to connect MONITOR OUT, COMPONENT
HDMI OUT jack HDMI VIDEO VIDEO
each component.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page
?/1
MASTER VOLUME
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

26).
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

COMPONENT
HDMI VIDEO VIDEO
Component to be connected Receiver INPUT
Component Page jack

TV 19 Video component
OUTPUT jack COMPONENT
DVD player/DVD recorder 20 HDMI VIDEO VIDEO
With HDMI jack 22
Satellite tuner/Set-top box 24
VCR 25
High quality image
Camcorder, video game, etc. 25

Notes
• Connect image display components such as a TV
Video input/output jack to be or a projector to the HDMI OUT or MONITOR
connected OUT jack on the receiver.
• Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a
The image quality depends on the connecting playback component are being output to a TV
jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. through the receiver. If the power supply of the
Select the connection according to the jacks on receiver is not on, neither video nor audio is
your components. transmitted.

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Connecting a TV
The image from a visual component connected

Getting Started
to this receiver and the menu of this receiver
can be displayed on a TV screen.
It is not necessary to connect all the cables.
Connect audio and video cords according to
the jacks of your components.
TV
Audio signals Video signals

A B C

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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

Notes Tips
• Connect image display components such as a TV • You can watch the selected input image when you
or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV.
receiver. • To output the sound of the TV from the speakers
• Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a connected to the receiver, be sure to
playback component are being output to a TV via – connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the
the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is TV IN jack of the receiver.
not turned on, neither video nor audio is transmitted. – turn off or mute the TV’s volume.

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Notes
Connecting a DVD player/DVD • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD
recorder player, set the digital audio output setting on the
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions
The following illustration shows how to supplied with the DVD player.
connect a DVD player/DVD recorder. • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
It is not necessary to connect all the cables. plugs straight in until they click into place.
Connect audio and video cords according to • Do not bend or tie the optical digital cords.
the jacks of your components. Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
Connecting a DVD player 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
DVD player
Audio signals Video signals

VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO

PB / CB PR/CR

A B C D

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

A Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

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

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Connecting a DVD recorder

Getting Started
DVD recorder
Audio signals Video signals
AUDIO AUDIO

L
COMPONENT VIDEO
PB / CB PR/CR

A A B B C

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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

• Be sure to change the factory setting of the

VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that
you can use the button to control your DVD
recorder. For details, see “Programming the
remote” (page 70).
• You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so
that it can be displayed on the receiver’s
display. For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 67).

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The sound is output from the TV speaker only

Connecting components with when a playback component and this receiver,
HDMI jacks as well as this receiver and the TV are
connected via a HDMI jack. To output the
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-
sound from the supplied speakers and to take
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an
advantage of the multi channel surround
interface which transmits video and audio
sound, be sure to
signals in digital format.
– connect the digital audio jacks on the
playback component to the receiver.
– turn off or mute the TV’s volume.

DVD player Blu-ray disc player TV, projector, etc.

Audio signals Audio/video signals Audio/video Audio signals Audio/video signals
signals

B A A C A

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
B Coaxial digital cord (supplied)
C Optical digital cord (not supplied)

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If you connect a Blu-ray disc Notes on digital audio signals

player connection
• Be sure to change the factory setting of the • When connecting optical digital cords, insert

Getting Started
VIDEO 2 input button on the remote so that the plugs straight in until they click into
you can use the button to control your blu- place.
ray disc player. For details, see • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
“Programming the remote” (page 70). • All the digital audio jacks are compatible
• You can also rename the VIDEO 2 input so
with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz
that it can be displayed on the receiver’s
display. For details, see “Naming inputs” sampling frequencies.
(page 67).

Notes on HDMI connections

• This receiver may not be able to transfer
video or audio signals with certain types of
components.
• The multi/stereo area audio signals of a
Super Audio CD are not output.
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the
video and audio of a playback component
are being output to a TV via the receiver. If
the power supply of the receiver is not
turned on, neither video nor audio is
transmitted.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from a HDMI jack
may be restricted by the connected
component. Check the setup of the
connected component if the image is poor or
the sound does not come out of a component
connected via the HDMI cable.
• Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.
The input video signals cannot be output
from the VIDEO OUT or MONITOR OUT
jacks.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
component connected for details.

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Notes
Connecting a satellite tuner/ • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
Set-top box plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a satellite tuner or set-top box. Tip
It is not necessary to connect all the cables. All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
Connect audio and video cords according to
frequencies.
the jacks of your components.

Satellite tuner/Set-top box

Audio signals Video signals

COMPONENT VIDEO
PB/CB PR/CR

A B C D

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

A Audio cord (not supplied)

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

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Connecting components with

analog video and audio jack

Getting Started
The following illustration shows how to
connect a component which has analog jacks
such as a VCR, etc.
VCR
Audio signals Video signals

AUDIO AUDIO

A A B B

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

To the VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jacks VIDEO L AUDIO R

(Front panel)

Camcorder/
video game
C
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Video cord (not supplied)
C Audio/video cord (not supplied)

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4: Connecting the antennas

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.

FM wire antenna (supplied)

AM loop antenna (supplied)

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

Y
AM
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM
PB/CB
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
PR/CR

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L
DMPORT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO
R L

L L L L
AUDIO OUT

R R R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT B FRONT A SURROUND CENTER
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS

* The shape of the connector varies depending on

the area code of this receiver.

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

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Performing initial setup

5: Preparing the receiver operations

Getting Started
and the remote Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
Connecting the AC power cord following procedure. This procedure can also
be used to return settings you have made to
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. their factory defaults.
AC power cord
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.

1,2
?/1
MASTER VOLUME
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

3
CENTER

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

To the wall outlet 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the
display alternately.

3 Press MEMORY/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, VIDEO and
SYSTEM menus.
• The sound field memorized for each
input and preset station.
• All sound field parameters.
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset
stations.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL
MIN”.
• Input is set to “DVD”.

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Inserting batteries into the

remote
6: Selecting the speaker
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
system
RM-AAP016 remote commander. You can select the front speakers you want to
Observe the correct polarity when installing drive.
batteries. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.

?/1
MASTER VOLUME
MULTI
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
humid place. repeatedly to select the front
• Do not use a new battery with old ones. speaker system you want to drive.
• Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of
batteries. To select Light up
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a The speakers connected to the SP A
SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals
malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an The speakers connected to the SP B
extended period of time, remove the batteries to SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and The speakers connected to both the SP A and
corrosion. SPEAKERS FRONT A and B SP B
• When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons terminals (parallel connection)
may be reset to their factory settings. If this
happens, reassign the buttons again (page 70).
To turn off the speaker output
Tip Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last repeatedly until the “SP A” and “SP B”
for about 3 months. When the remote no longer indicators on the display do not light up.
operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with
new ones. Note
You cannot switch the front speakers by pressing
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) when the headphones
are connected.

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Notes
• The Auto Calibration function does not work when
7: Calibrating the headphones are connected.

Getting Started
appropriate settings • If the Muting function is on when we perform Auto
Calibration, it will turn off automatically.
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MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

MASTER VOLUME

Optimizer microphone
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

This receiver is equipped with D.C.A.C.

(Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
Technology which allows you to perform
automatic calibration as follows:
• Check the connection between each speaker
and the receiver.
• Adjust the speaker level.
• Measure the distance of each speaker to your
listening position.
You can also adjust the speaker levels and
balance manually. For details, see
“8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance
(TEST TONE)” (page 33).

Before you perform Auto

Calibration 1 Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL
Before you perform the auto calibration, set up MIC jack on the front panel.
and connect the speakers (page 16, 17).
• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the 2 Set up the optimizer microphone.
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not Place the optimizer microphone at your
connect other microphones to this jack. listening position. Use a stool or tripod so
Doing so may damage the receiver and the that the optimizer microphone remains at
microphone. the same height as your ears.
• During the calibration, the sound that comes
Tip
out of the speakers is very loud. Pay
When you face the speaker towards the optimizer
attention to the presence of children or to the microphone, you will get a more accurate
effect on your neighborhood. measurement.
• Perform the auto calibration in a quiet
environment to avoid the effect of noise and
get a more accurate measurement.
• If there are any obstacles in the path between
the optimizer microphone and the speakers,
the calibration cannot be performed
correctly. Remove any obstacles from the
measurement area to avoid measurement
error.

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The measurement process will take a few

Performing Auto Calibration minutes to complete.
The table below shows the display when
measurement starts.
TV RM SET UP AV ?/
/1
?/1 ?/1
switch Measurement for Display
SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD Environment noise level NOISE.CHK
Input
buttons SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER Speaker connection MEASURE and SP
DET. appears
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER alternately*
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC Speaker level MEASURE and
GAIN appears
CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL AUTO alternately*
CAL
Speaker distance MEASURE and
1 2 3 DISTANCE appears
alternately*
4 5 6
* The corresponding speaker indicator lights up in
7 8 9 the display during measurement.
-/--
0//10
When measurement ends, “COMPLETE”
CLEAR ENTER

>10 MEMORY
GUIDE DISPLAY appears on the display and the settings are
F registered.
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When you have finished

f Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the
O
RETURN// OPTIONS receiver.
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY
REPLAY ADVANCE
+ Notes
. > • Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer.
TUNING – TUNING + Therefore, all sub woofer settings will be
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maintained.
DISC SKIP
• You cannot select Auto Calibration when
TV VOL TV CH headphone is connected.
MASTER MASTER VOL PRESET

VOL +/– Tips

MUTING

MUTING • When Auto Calibration starts:

– Stand some distance from the speakers and the
DVD listening position to avoid measurement failure.
This is because test signals are output from the
Press AUTO CAL. speakers during measurement.
The following appears on the display. – Avoid making noise to get a more accurate
A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t measurement.
A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1] • The Auto Calibration function will be canceled
when you do the following during the
measurement process:
– Press ?/1, input buttons or MUTING.
– Change the volume level.
– Press AUTO CAL again.

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Error codes and remedies

Error and warning codes
Error Explanation Remedy

Getting Started
code
Error codes
ERROR 10 The environment Make sure the
When an error is detected during Auto is too noisy. environment is
Calibration, an error code will appear on the quiet during Auto
display cyclically after each measurement Calibration.
process as follows: ERROR 11 The speakers are Place your speakers
Error code t blank display t (error code t placed too near further away from
blank display)a) t PUSH t blank display the optimizer the optimizer
t ENTER microphone. microphone.
a) Appears when there are more than one error code. ERROR 12 None of the Make sure that the
speakers are optimizer
detected. microphone is
To rectify the error connected properly
and perform Auto
1 Record down the error code. Calibration.
2 Press RECEIVER.
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and ERROR 20 Front speakers Check the front
are not detected speaker
receiver operation is activated. or only one front connection.
3 Press . speaker is
4 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. detected.
5 Rectify the error. ERROR 21 Only one Check the surround
For details, see “Error codes and remedies” surround speaker speaker
below. is detected. connection.
6 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto
Calibration again (page 30). Warning codes
During Auto Calibration, the warning code
provides information on the measurement
result. The warning code will appear on the
display cyclically as follows:
Warning code t blank display t (warning
code t blank display)b) t PUSH t blank
display t ENTER
b)
Appears when there are more than one warning
code.

You can choose to ignore the warning code as

the Auto Calibration function will
automatically adjust the settings. You can also
change the settings manually.

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To change the settings Warning codes and solutions

manually Warning Explanation Solution
1 Record down the warning code. code
2 Press RECEIVER. WARN. 40 The environment Make sure the
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and is noisy. environment is
receiver operation is activated. quiet during Auto
3 Press . Calibration.
4 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. WARN. 50 The center speaker Be sure to connect
5 Follow the solution provided in the is not connected. the center speaker.
“Warning codes and solutions” below. WARN. 51 The surround Be sure to connect
6 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto speakers are not the surround
Calibration again (page 30). connected. speakers.
WARN. 60 The front speaker Reposition your
balance is out of front speakers.c)
range.
WARN. 62 The center speaker Reposition your
level is out of center speaker.d)
range.
WARN. 63 The surround left Reposition your
speaker level is out surround left
of range. speaker.e)
WARN. 64 The surround right Reposition your
speaker level is out surround right
of range. speaker.f)
WARN. 70 The front speaker Reposition your
distance is out of front speakers.c)
range.
WARN. 72 The center speaker Reposition your
distance is out of center speaker.d)
range.
WARN. 73 The surround left Reposition your
speaker distance is surround left
out of range. speaker.e)
WARN. 74 The surround right Reposition your
speaker distance is surround right
out of range. speaker.f)
c)
For details, refer “Front speaker distance”
(page 45).
d) For details, refer “Center speaker distance”

(page 45).
e)
For details, refer “Surround left speaker distance”
(page 45).
f)
For details, refer “Surround right speaker
distance” (page 45).

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3 Press or b to enter the

8: Adjusting the speaker menu.

Getting Started
levels and balance 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
(TEST TONE) “T. TONE”.

You can adjust the speaker levels and balance 5 Press or b to enter the
while listening to the test tone from your parameter.
listening position.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Tip “T. TONE Y”.
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency
The test tone is output from each speaker
centered at 800 Hz.
in sequence as follows:
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
1 Front left t Center t Front right t
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC Surround right t Surround left t
CATEGORY Sub woofer
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

7 Adjust the speaker levels and

1 2 3 balance using the LEVEL menu
4 5 6 so that the level of the test tone
sounds the same from each
7 8 9 speaker.
-/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER For details, see “Adjusting the level
GUIDE
>10 MEMORY
DISPLAY
(LEVEL menu)” (page 41).
F
Tips
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
3-6 G g
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also
f
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
O • The adjusted value are shown on the display
during adjustment.
RETURN//
EXIT MENU
– CATEGORY +
OPTIONS
TOOLS
2
.
REPLAY ADVANCE
>
8 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to select
TUNING – TUNING + “T. TONE N”.
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DISC SKIP
You can also press any input buttons.
The test tone turns off.
TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET
MASTER
VOL +/– MUTING

1 Press RECEIVER.
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and
receiver operation is activated.

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

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Selected input Components that can

[Display] be played back
Playback
VIDEO 1 VCR, etc., connected to the
[VIDEO 1] VIDEO 1 jack
Selecting a component VIDEO 2 Blu-ray disc player, etc.,
SYSTEM STANDBY [VIDEO 2/BD]* connected to the VIDEO 2/
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD
BD jack
1 SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER VIDEO 3 Camcorder, video game,
[VIDEO 3/ etc., connected to the
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
PORTABLE VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE
AV]* AV IN jack
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY DVD DVD player, etc.,

SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
[DVD] connected to DVD jack
SAT Satellite tuner, set-top box,
1 2 3 [SAT] etc., connected to SAT jack

4 5 6 TV TV, etc., connected to TV

[TV] jack
7 8 9 SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD player,
-/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
[SA-CD/CD/ CD player, etc., connected
>10 MEMORY
CD-R]* to the SA-CD/CD/CD-R
GUIDE DISPLAY jack
F
TUNER Built-in radio tuner
[FM or AM band]
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TUNER For details, see page 56.
f
[XM RADIO]
O
RETURN// OPTIONS
DMPORT DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
EXIT MENU TOOLS [DMPORT] adapter connected to
– CATEGORY
REPLAY ADVANCE
+ DMPORT jack
. >

TUNING – TUNING + * “VIDEO 2/BD”, “VIDEO 3/PORTABLE

m M AV” and “SA-CD/CD/CD-R” scroll across
DISC SKIP the display, then “VIDEO 2”, “VIDEO 3”
and “SA-CD/CD” appear respectively.
TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

3 MUTING
2 Turn on the component and
MUTING start playback.

DVD 3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to

adjust the volume.
1 Press the input button to select
a component. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
To mute the sound
The selected input appears on the display.
Press MUTING.
The muting function will be canceled when
you do the following.
• Press MUTING again.
• Increase the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.

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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

Playback
Be sure to use the buttons on the rear panel of
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
according 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.

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Listening/Watching a component
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD

TV

VIDEO 1
RM SET UP AV ?/

VIDEO 2
/1

SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO 3 DVD
?/1

2
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

3
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

?/1
CATEGORY MASTER VOLUME
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
INPUT SELECTOR

5
-/-- AUTO CAL MIC
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
MEMORY/ TUNING

3
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING
>10 MEMORY
GUIDE DISPLAY VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R
G g

f
O
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >

TUNING – TUNING +
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DISC SKIP

TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

MUTING

DVD
5

Notes 1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD

• The operation is described for a player, then place the disc on the tray.
Sony Super Audio CD player.
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
2 Turn on the receiver.
Super Audio CD player or CD
player.
3 Press SA-CD/CD.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to
Tips select “SA-CD/CD/CD-R”.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the music. Refer to page 49 4 Playback the disc.
for details.
Recommended sound fields: 5 Adjust to a suitable volume.
Classical: HALL
Jazz: JAZZ 6 After you have finished listening to the
Live concert: CONCERT Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn
• You can listen to the sound that off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/
was recorded in the 2 channel
format from all speakers (multi
CD player.
channel). Refer to page 47 for
details.

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Watching a DVD

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp

TV

VIDEO 1
RM SET UP AV ?/

VIDEO 2
/1

SYSTEM STANDBY
VIDEO 3 DVD
?/1

2
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

AUX

2CH
DMPORT

A.F.D. MOVIE
RECEIVER

MUSIC 3

Playback
?/1
CATEGORY MASTER VOLUME
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

1 2 3
4
7
5
8
6
9
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
INPUT SELECTOR

7
-/-- AUTO CAL MIC
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

3
>10 MEMORY
DISPLAY VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
GUIDE
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R
G g

f
O
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >

TUNING – TUNING +
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DISC SKIP

TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

7
MUTING

DVD

Notes 1 Turn on the TV and DVD player.

• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the 2 Turn on the receiver.
TV and DVD player.
• Check the following if you 3 Press DVD.
cannot listen to multi channel You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
sound.
select “DVD”.
– Be sure the sound source
corresponds to the multi
channel format (the MULTI
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
CHANNEL DECODING of the DVD is displayed.
lamp on the front panel lights
up during playback). 5 Set up the DVD player.
– Be sure this receiver is Refer to the “Quick Setup Guide” supplied with the
connected to the DVD player receiver.
via a digital connection.
– Be sure the digital audio 6 Playback the disc.
output of the DVD player is
set up properly. 7 Adjust to a suitable volume.
Tips
• Select the sound format of the
8 After you have finished watching the DVD,
disc to be played, if necessary.
eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV
• You can select the sound field to and DVD player.
suit the movie/music. Refer to
page 49 for details.
Recommended sound fields:
Movie: C.ST.EX
Music: CONCERT

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6 Press or b to enter the

Amplifier Operations parameter.

7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

Navigating through the setting you want.
menus The setting is entered automatically.

By using the amplifier menus, you can make 8 Repeat steps 3 to 7 when you
various adjustments to customize the receiver. want to make other settings.
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
1 To return to the previous
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
display
SLEEP
CATEGORY
MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL Press B.

1 2 3 To exit the menu

6 Press MENU.
4 5
However, if the RECEIVER button is light-
7 8 9 off, press RECEIVER and then press MENU.
-/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER Note
GUIDE
>10 MEMORY
DISPLAY
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
F
on the display. This means that they are either
unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.

3-7 G g

f
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OPTIONS

2
RETURN//
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >

TUNING – TUNING +

1 Press RECEIVER.
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and
receiver operation is activated.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the menu you want.

4 Press or b to enter the

menu.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want to
adjust.

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Overview of the menus

The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
menus, see page 38.

Menu Parameters Settings Initial

[Display] [Display] setting
LEVEL (41) Test tonea) [T. TONE] T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T. TONE N
[1-LEVEL] a)
Front speaker balance BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE

Amplifier Operations
[FRT BAL] BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8
Center speaker level CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB CNT 0 dB
[CNT LVL] (1 dB step)
Surround left speaker level SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB SUR L 0 dB
[SL LVL] (1 dB step)
Surround right speaker level SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB SUR R 0 dB
[SR LVL] (1 dB step)
Sub woofer level SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB SW 0 dB
[SW LVL] (1 dB step)
Dynamic range compressora) COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. OFF
[D. RANGE] COMP. MAX
TONE (42) Front speaker bass level BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB BASS 0 dB
[2-TONE] [BASS LVL] (1 dB step)
Front speaker treble level TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB TRE 0 dB
[TRE LVL] (1 dB step)
SUR (42) Sound field selectiona) 2CH ST., A.F.D. AUTO, DOLBY A.F.D. AUTO
[3-SUR] [S.F. SELCT] PL, PLII MV, PLII MS, MULTI ST.,
C.ST.EX A, C.ST.EX B, C.ST.EX C,
PORTABLE, HALL, JAZZ,
CONCERT
Effect levela)b) [EFFECT] EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD, EFCT. STD
EFCT. MAX
TUNER (43) FM station receiving modea) FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO
[4-TUNER] [FM MODE]
Naming preset stationsa)
[NAME IN]

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Menu Parameters Settings Initial

[Display] [Display] setting
AUDIO (43) Digital audio input decoding DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTO
[5-AUDIO] prioritya) [DEC. PRI.] for:
VIDEO 1, 2, 3,
TV, SAT,
DVD;
DEC. PCM for:
SA-CD/CD/
CD-R
Digital broadcast language DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M
selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M+S
Synchronizes audio with video A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N A.V.SYNC. N
outputa) [A.V. SYNC.]
Digital Assign VD2–VD1, VD2–VD2, VD2–VD2 for:
[D.ASSIGN] VD2–VD3, VD2–DVD, VIDEO 2;
VD2–TV, VD2–CD, DVD–DVD
DVD–VD1, DVD–VD2, for: DVD;
DVD–VD3, DVD–DVD, SAT–SAT for:
DVD–TV, DVD–CD, SAT
SAT–VD1, SAT–VD3,
SAT–DVD, SAT–SAT,
SAT–TV, SAT–CD
Naming inputsa) [NAME IN]
VIDEO (44) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT video –NONE, –VIDEO 1, –VIDEO 3, –NONE
[6-VIDEO] assigna) [DMPORT V.] –DVD, –SAT
Naming inputsa) [NAME IN]
SYSTEM (45) Front speaker distancea) DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft. DIST. 10 ft
[7-SYSTEM] [FRT DIST.] (1 ft. step)
Center speaker distancea) DIST. xx ft. DIST. 10 ft
[CNT DIST.] between front speaker distance and
5 ft. (1 ft. step)
Surround left speaker distancea) DIST. xx ft. DIST. 10 ft
[SL DIST.] between front speaker distance and
15 ft. (1 ft. step)
Surround right speaker DIST. xx ft. DIST. 10 ft
distancea) between front speaker distance and
[SR DIST.] 15 ft. (1 ft. step)
Surround speaker positiona) SIDE/LO, SIDE/HI, BEHD/LO, SIDE/LO
[SUR POS.] BEHD/HI
Brightness of the displaya) 0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim
[DIMMER]
A. CAL (47) Auto Calibrationa) A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO A.CAL NO
[8-A. CAL] [AUTO CAL]
a)
For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.
b) The surround effect is not available for “PORTABLE” sound field.

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x D. RANGE (Dynamic range

compressor)
Adjusting the level Lets you compress the dynamic range of the
(LEVEL menu) sound track. This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low volumes late at
You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the night. Dynamic range compression is possible
balance and level of each speaker. These with Dolby Digital sources only.
settings are applied to all sound fields. • COMP. OFF
Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For The dynamic range is not compressed.
details on adjusting the parameters, see • COMP. STD
“Navigating through menus” (page 38) and The dynamic range is compressed as

Amplifier Operations
“Overview of the menus” (page 39). intended by the recording engineer.
• COMP. MAX
The dynamic range is compressed
LEVEL menu parameters dramatically.
x T. TONE (Test tone) Tip
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the
while listening to the test tone from your dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the
listening position. For details, see “8: dynamic range information included in the Dolby
Adjusting the speaker levels and balance Digital signal.
(TEST TONE)” (page 33). “COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only
enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend
x FRT BAL (Front speaker using the “COMP. MAX” setting. This greatly
balance) compresses the dynamic range and lets you view
Lets you adjust the balance between front left movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog
limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a
and right speakers.
very natural compression.

x CNT LVL (Center speaker level)

x SL LVL (Surround left speaker

level)

x SR LVL (Surround right speaker

level)

x SW LVL (Sub woofer level)

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Adjusting the tone Settings for the surround

(TONE menu) sound
You can use the TONE menu to adjust the (SUR menu)
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front
speakers. You can use the SUR menu to select the sound
Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For field you want for your listening pleasure.
details on adjusting the parameters, see Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For
“Navigating through menus” (page 38) and details on adjusting the parameters, see
“Overview of the menus” (page 39). “Navigating through menus” (page 38) and
“Overview of the menus” (page 39).

TONE menu parameters

SUR menu parameters
x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass
level) x S.F. SELCT (Sound field
selection)
x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble Lets you select the sound field you want. For
level) details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page
47).
Note
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field
Link). For example, if you select “HALL” for the
SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input
and then return to SA-CD/CD, “HALL” will
automatically be applied again.

x EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround
effect for sound fields selected with the
MOVIE or MUSIC buttons and for “HP
THEA” sound field. However, the surround
effect is not available for “PORTABLE”
sound field.
• EFCT. MIN
The surround effect is minimum.
• EFCT. STD
The surround effect is standard.
• EFCT. MAX
The surround effect is maximum.

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Settings for the tuner Settings for the audio

(TUNER menu) (AUDIO menu)
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM You can use the AUDIO menu to make
station receiving mode and to name preset settings for the audio to suit your preference.
stations. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For
Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. details on adjusting the parameters, see
For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 38) and
“Navigating through menus” (page 38) and “Overview of the menus” (page 39).

Amplifier Operations
“Overview of the menus” (page 39).
AUDIO menu parameters
TUNER menu parameters
x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input
x FM MODE (FM station receiving decoding priority)
mode) Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
• FM AUTO signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks.
This receiver will decode the signal as stereo • DEC. AUTO
signal when the radio station is broadcast in Automatically switches the input mode
stereo. between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
• FM MONO • DEC. PCM
This reciever will decode the signal as mono PCM signals are given priority (to prevent
signal regardless of the broadcast signal. interruption when playback starts).
However, when other signals are input, there
x NAME IN (Naming preset may be no sound depending on the format.
stations) In this case, set to “DEC. AUTO”.
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For
details, see “Naming preset stations” (page Note
55). When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the
digital audio jacks (for CD, etc.) is interrupted when
playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.

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x DUAL (Digital broadcast

language selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen
Settings for the video
to during digital broadcast. This feature only (VIDEO menu)
functions for Dolby Digital sources.
• DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) You can use the VIDEO menu to assign the
Sound of the main language will be output composite video input to DMPORT input and
through the front left speaker and sound of to name inputs.
the sub language will be output through the Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For
front right speaker simultaneously. details on adjusting the parameters, see
• DUAL M (Main) “Navigating through menus” (page 38) and
Sound of the main language will be output. “Overview of the menus” (page 39).
• DUAL S (Sub)
Sound of the sub language will be output.
• DUAL M+S (Main + Sub)
VIDEO menu parameters
Mixed sound of both the main and sub x DMPORT V. (DIGITAL MEDIA
languages will be output. PORT video assign)
Lets you assign the composite video input to
x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio DMPORT input so that you can view the
with video output) images on the TV screen. For details, see
• A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 68 ms) “Watching a connected component through
The audio output is delayed so that the time DMPORT connection” (page 65).
gap between the audio output and visual
display is minimized. x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
• A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,
The audio output is not delayed. see “Naming inputs” (page 67).
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.

x D.ASSIGN (Digital audio input

assignment)
Lets you assign the digital audio input to other
input source. For details, see “Listening to
digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL
ASSIGN)” (page 66).

x NAME IN (Naming inputs)

Lets you set the name of inputs. For details,
see “Naming inputs” (page 67).

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x SR DIST. (Surround right

speaker distance)
Settings for the system Lets you set the distance from your listening
(SYSTEM menu) position to the surround right speaker.
Surround right speaker distance should be set
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size from a distance equal to the front speaker
and distance of the speakers connected to this distance (A) to a distance 15 feet closer to
system. your listening position (D).
Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus.
Tip
For details on adjusting the parameters, see The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in
“Navigating through menus” (page 38) and terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set

Amplifier Operations
“Overview of the menus” (page 39). the center speaker further than the front speakers.
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 5
feet closer from the front speakers.
SYSTEM menu parameters
Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set
further away from the listening position than the
x FRT DIST. (Front speaker
front speakers. And they can be no more than 15 feet
distance)
closer. This is because incorrect speaker placement
Lets you set the distance from your listening
is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround
position to the front speaker (A). If both front sound.
speakers are not placed an equal distance from Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer
your listening position, set the distance as the than the actual location of the speakers will cause a
average distance between the front speakers. delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In
other words, the speaker will sound like it is further
B away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance 3-6
A A
30˚ 30˚ feet closer than the actual speaker position will
100˚-120˚ 100˚-120˚ create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside”
the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory
C D 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.
x CNT DIST. (Center speaker Give it a try!
distance)
Lets you set the distance from your listening
position to the center speaker. Center speaker
distance should be set from a distance equal to
the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 5
feet closer to your listening position (B).

x 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) to a distance15 feet closer to your
listening position (C).
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x SUR POS. Tip

(Surround speaker position) Surround speaker position is designed specifically
Lets you specify the location of your surround for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes.
speakers for proper implementation of the For other sound fields, speaker position is not so
surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX critical.
modes (page 50). Those sound fields were designed under the premise
that the surround speakers would be located behind
the listening position, but presentation remains
fairly consistent even with the surround speakers
positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the
speakers are pointing toward the listener from the
immediate left and right of the listening position, the
surround effects become unclear unless set to
“SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, such as wall reflections, and you may
obtain better results using “BEHD/HI” if your
speakers are located high above the listening
position, even if they are located to the immediate
left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting
contrary to the above explanation, we recommend
that you playback multi channel surround encoded
software and select the setting that provides a good
sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in
forming a cohesive space between the surround
sound from the surround speakers and the sound of
the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds
best, select “BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then
use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level
adjustments to obtain proper balance.

x DIMMER (Brightness of the

display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.
• SIDE/LO
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections A and C.
• SIDE/HI
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections A and D.
• BEHD/LO
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections B and C.
• BEHD/HI
Select if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to sections B and D.

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Calibrating the Enjoying Surround Sound

appropriate settings
automatically Enjoying Dolby Digital
(A. CAL menu) and DTS Surround sound
(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)
For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate
settings automatically (AUTO The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
CALIBRATION)” (page 29). you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.

Enjoying Surround Sound

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY
A.F.D. SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select

the sound field you want.
For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page
48).

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Types of A.F.D. mode

Decoding A.F.D. mode Multi channel Effect
mode [Display] audio after
decoding
(Detecting A.F.D. AUTO (Detecting Presents the sound as it was recorded/
automatically) [A.F.D. AUTO] automatically) 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 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The
[DOLBY PL] source recorded in 2 channel format is
decoded into 4.1 channels.
Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode
II [PLII MV] 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 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode
[PLII MS] decoding. This setting is ideal for normal
stereo sources such as CDs.
(Multi Stereo) MULTI STEREO (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from
[MULTI ST.] all speakers.

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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.

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

2CH MUSIC
CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

A.F.D. MOVIE

Enjoying Surround Sound

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 50).

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Types of sound field available

Sound field Sound field Effect
for [Display]
Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX A] Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production
studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any
type of movie.
CINEMA STUDIO EX B Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX B] Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production
studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or
action movies with lots of sound effects.
CINEMA STUDIO EX C Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
DCS [C.ST.EX C] Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the
soundtrack.
Music PORTABLE AUDIO Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable
[PORTABLE] audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other
compressed music.
HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
LIVE CONCERT Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
[CONCERT]
Headphone HEADPHONE 2CH This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone
[HP 2CH] when 2 channel mode (page 51)/A.F.D. mode (page 48) is
selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass
the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats
are downmixed to 2 channels.
HEADPHONE THEATER This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone
DCS [HP THEA] when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to
experience a theater-like environment while listening through
a pair of headphones.

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 film makers can be experienced at
home.

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About CINEMA STUDIO EX

modes Using only the front
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for
watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with speakers and sub woofer
multi channel surround effects. You can
reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony
(2CH STEREO)
Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound
your home.
from the front left/right speakers and the sub
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of
woofer.
the following three elements.
When multi channel surround formats are
• Virtual Multi Dimension
input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a
with bass frequencies being output from the
single pair of actual surround speakers.
sub woofer.
• Screen Depth Matching
When standard 2 channel stereo sources are
Creates the sensation that the sound is

Enjoying Surround Sound

input, the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry
coming from inside the screen like in
will be activated. The front channel bass
theaters.
frequencies will be output from the sub
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
woofer.
Reproduces the type of reverberation found
in theaters. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate 2CH
CATEGORY
these three elements simultaneously. SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may Press 2CH.
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
encoded programs
• : DTS Digital Surround encoded
programs

To turn off the surround effect

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

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Resetting sound fields to Tuner Operations

the initial settings
Listening to FM/AM radio
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation. You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
1,2 make sure you have connected the FM and
AM antennas to the receiver (page 26).
?/1

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

MASTER VOLUME
Tip
SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)
INPUT SELECTOR

The tuning scale is:

AUTO CAL MIC

MEMORY/ TUNING
FM : 100 kHz
AM : 10 kHz*
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 81).

2 Automatic tuning

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

receiver. AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

1
2 While holding down 2CH, press 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

?/1. SLEEP
CATEGORY
MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
CATEGORY
“S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and MODE
all sound fields are reset to their initial 1 2 3
setting.
4 5 6
7 8 9
-/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER

>10 MEMORY
GUIDE DISPLAY

G g

f
O
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >

TUNING

m
– TUNING

M
+
2
DISC SKIP

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1 Press TUNER repeatedly to Direct tuning

select the FM or AM band.
Enter the frequency of a station directly by
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –. using the numeric buttons.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

high; press TUNING – to scan from high 1

to low. AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

The receiver stops scanning whenever a 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

station is received. CATEGORY

SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

2
Using the controls on the 1 2 3
receiver
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM 3 4 5 6
or AM band. 8
7 9
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select -/--
“AUTO T.”. 0//10
4
CLEAR ENTER

3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –. >10 MEMORY

Tuner Operations
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
In case of poor FM stereo select the FM or AM band.
reception You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” the receiver.
flashes on the display, select monaural audio
so that the sound will be less distorted. 2 Press D.TUNING.
• To select monaural audio, you can
– press FM MODE repeatedly until the 3 Press the numeric buttons to
“MONO” indicator lights up on the enter the frequency.
display. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
– set “FM MODE” in TUNER menu to “FM Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0
MONO” (page 39). Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
• To return to stereo mode, you can Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
– press FM MODE repeatedly until the
“MONO” indicator on the display do not 4 Press ENTER.
light up. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
– set “FM MODE” in TUNER menu to “FM the receiver.
AUTO” (page 39).
Tip
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

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

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2 Tune in the station that you

Presetting radio stations want to preset using Automatic
Tuning (page 52) or Direct
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30
Tuning (page 53).
AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the
stations you often listen to. Switch the FM reception mode, if
necessary (page 53).

Presetting radio stations 3 Press MEMORY.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER the receiver.
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
1 “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds.
Perform steps 4 and 5 before
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC “MEMORY” goes out.

4
CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
Press the numeric buttons to
select a preset number.
1 2 3
You can also press PRESET + or
4 5 6 PRESET – to select a preset number.
4 If “MEMORY” goes out before you
7 8 9 select the preset number, start again from
-/--
step 3.
CLEAR

>10
0//10 ENTER

MEMORY 3,5
GUIDE

F
DISPLAY
5 Press ENTER.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
G g the receiver.
The station is stored as the selected preset
f number.
O
RETURN// OPTIONS If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
MENU
ENTER, start again from step 3.
EXIT TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
.

TUNING –
>

TUNING + 6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset

m M another station.
DISC SKIP

TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

MUTING
PRESET
+/–

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the FM or AM band.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

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Using the controls on the

Tuning to preset stations receiver
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM
or AM band.
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

1 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select
“PRESET T.”.
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
3 Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly
to select the preset station you want.
CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

1 2 3
Numeric
Naming preset stations
buttons
4 5 6
7 8 9 1
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

-/--
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER
CLEAR

>10
0//10 ENTER

MEMORY
ENTER
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
3
GUIDE DISPLAY

F CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

Tuner Operations
G g

1 2 3
f
O 4 5 6
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY + 7 8 9
REPLAY ADVANCE
-/--
. >
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
TUNING – TUNING +
>10 MEMORY
m M GUIDE DISPLAY

DISC SKIP F

TV VOL
MASTER VOL
TV CH
PRESET 5-8 G g

MUTING

2 O
f

4
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to .
REPLAY ADVANCE
>

– +
select the FM or AM band. TUNING

m
TUNING

2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

DISC SKIP

repeatedly to select the preset

station you want.
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
Each time you press the button, you can You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
select a preset station as follows: the receiver.
01 02 03 04 05 ... 27
2 Tune in the preset station you
30 29 28 want to create an index name
for (page 55).
You can also press the numeric buttons to
select the preset station you want. Then,
press ENTER to enter the selection.

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3 Press RECEIVER.
The RECEIVER indicator is lights up and
Listening to the XM Radio
receiver operation is activated.
About XM Satellite Radio
4 Press MENU. XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary variety of
commercial-free music, plus the best in sports, news,
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display. talk and entertainment. XM is broadcast in superior
digital audio from coast to coast. From rock to reggae,
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select from classical to hip hop, XM has something for every
“4-TUNER”. music fan. XM’s dedication to playing the richest
selection of music is matched by its passion for live
6 Press or b to enter the sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute news,
menu. stand-up comedy, children’s programming, and much
more. For U.S. customers, information about XM
7 Press V/v repeatedly to select Satellite Radio is available online at
www.xmradio.com. For Canadian customers,
“NAME IN”. information about XM Canada is online at
www.xmradio.ca.
8 Press or b to enter the
parameter. XM Satellite Radio Terms and
The cursor flashes and you can select a Conditions
character. Follow the procedure given in Hardware and required monthly subscription sold
separately. Other fees and taxes, including a one-time
“To create an index name” below. activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer
only. All fees and programming subject to change.
To create an index name Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated
with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio
1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name. receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US residents)
Press V/v to select a character, then press and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian residents).
B/b to move the cursor to the next position. For a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels
and advertising-supported channels, visit
If you made a mistake lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or xmradio.ca
Press B/b until the character you want to (Canadian residents).
Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available
change flashes, then press V/v to select the
at xmradio.com (US residents) and xmradio.ca
correct character. (Canadian residents). Only available in the 48
contiguous United States and Canada.
Tip
©2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All
You can select the character type as follows by
other trademarks are the property of their respective
pressing V/v.
owners.
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols
To Activate XM Satellite Radio
2 Press . Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Dock,
The entered name is registered. inserted the XM Mini-Tuner, connected the XM Dock
to your XM Ready® home audio system, and installed
the antenna, you are ready to subscribe and begin
receiving XM programming. There are three places to
find your eight character XM Radio ID: on the XM
Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package, and on
XM Channel 0. Record the Radio ID in the following
eight squares for reference.
ssssssss

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Note
The XM radio ID does not use the letters “I”, “O”, Checking the XM Radio ID
“S” or “F”. Activate your XM Satellite Radio
service in the U.S. online at http:// SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-

800-967-2346). You will need a major credit card. AUX DMPORT RECEIVER 1
XM will send a signal from the satellites to activate 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes 10
CATEGORY
to 15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

need to keep your XM Ready home audio system on

for up to an hour. When you can access the full 1 2 3
channel lineup on your XM Ready home audio
system you are done. For more information or to 4 5 6
subscribe in Canada, visit XM on the Web at
www.xmradio.ca or call XM’s Listener Care at 1- 7 8 9
877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677). -/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER

>10 MEMORY
GUIDE DISPLAY

Connecting the XM Radio F

Before operating the system, connect the XM

Tuner Operations
G g

Connect-and-Play antenna to the XM jack.

f
XM jack O
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
. >
DIGITAL – +
2
TUNING TUNING
(ASSIGNABLE)
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SAT HDMI
IN
DISC SKIP

AM
VIDEO 2/

1
BD IN XM

COAXIAL
Press TUNER repeatedly to
DVD
IN
select “XM RADIO”.
VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT
DMPORT MONITOR
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
L L L L
the receiver.
AUDIO OUT

R R R R
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to
OUT IN
SA–CD/CD/CD–R
IN
TV
AUDIO IN

SAT
AUDIO IN

DVD
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

VIDEO 1
SUB
WOOFE select channel 0.
You can also press TUNING MODE on
the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and
then press TUNING + or TUNING – to
Note select channel 0.
To ensure optional reception of XM’s satellite
signal, move your antenna to various window
locations around your home to see where the best
reception will be received. Most XM customers
place the antenna in a south-facing window with a
clear view to the sky.

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3 Check the XM Radio ID on the

Receiving XM Radio broadcasts
display and write it in the space
provided here.
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER
ID:_____________________________
If you cannot read the characters or AUX DMPORT RECEIVER 1
numbers on the display, refer to the 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
following table. CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

Display Description
2 (two) 1 2 3
5 (five) 4 5 6
6 (six) 7 8 9
8 (eight) -/--
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER

0 (zero) >10 MEMORY

DISPLAY
GUIDE

A F

B G g

D
f
G O
RETURN// OPTIONS

H EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE
K . >

TUNING – TUNING +
M m M 2
Q SC S

Z 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the “XM RADIO”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to

select a channel.
You can also press TUNING MODE on
the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and
then press TUNING + or TUNING – to
select a channel.

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Selecting channels from a 3 Press CATEGORY + or

category (CATEGORY TUNING) CATEGORY – to select the
category you want.
You can select a channel from one category or
The category is selected and the channel
all the categories by changing the category
with the lowest number in the specified
mode.
category is selected.
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

1 4 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to
select the channel.
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC
You can also press TUNING MODE on
CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL the receiver to select “AUTO T.”, and
2 1 2 3
then press TUNING + or TUNING – to
select the channel.

4 5 6 Notes
• When you select a channel in the “ONE CAT”
7 8 9 mode, the channel you selected may not be the one
-/-- in the category you want. This is because one

Tuner Operations
CLEAR 0//10 ENTER

>10 MEMORY
channel may belong to more than one category.
GUIDE DISPLAY • If you press CATEGORY + or CATEGORY – in
F the “ALL CAT” mode, the first channel of the next
or previous category is selected (CATEGORY
G g
SKIP).

f
O
RETURN// OPTIONS
Selecting channels by inputting
EXIT MENU TOOLS
the channel number directly
.
– CATEGORY
REPLAY ADVANCE
+
>
3 (DIRECT TUNING)
– +
4
TUNING TUNING

m M
SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER
DISC SKIP
1
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

select the “XM RADIO”. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY

2 Press CATEGORY MODE

SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

2
repeatedly to select “ONE 1 2 3
CAT”.
• ALL CAT: You can select a channel from all 3 4 5 6
the categories. The initial setting is “ALL
7 8 9
CAT”. -/--
• ONE CAT: You can select a channel from
one category. “CAT” is displayed on the
CLEAR

>10
0//10 ENTER

MEMORY 4
display when “ONE CAT” is selected.
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to
select the “XM RADIO”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

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2 Press D.TUNING.
Presetting XM Radio
3 Press the numeric buttons to
stations
enter the channel number.

4 Press ENTER. You can select the channels you want directly
by presetting them using the preset numbers.
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on
You can preset up to 30 XM Radio channels.
the receiver.
The selected channel is tune in.
Presetting channels using the
Displaying the XM-RADIO preset numbers
information on the front panel
display SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

AUX DMPORT RECEIVER 1

DISPLAY
2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

CATEGORY
SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL
?/1
MASTER VOLUME
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

DISPLAY INPUT MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B)

AUTO CAL MIC

1 2 3
MEMORY/ TUNING
ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING

4
VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

6
PHONES

VIDEO L AUDIO R
4 5
7 8 9
Press DISPLAY on the receiver -/--

repeatedly.
CLEAR

>10
0//10 ENTER

MEMORY
3,5
Each time you press DISPLAY while tuning in GUIDE DISPLAY

F
the channel, the display changes cyclically as
follows: G g

Channel name t Channel number t

Category t Artist name/Feature t f

Song/Program title t Sound field type

O
RETURN// OPTIONS
EXIT MENU TOOLS

Tip – CATEGORY
REPLAY ADVANCE
+
The preset number is always displayed at the right . >

end of the display. TUNING – TUNING +

m M

DISC SKIP

TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

MUTING
PRESET
+/–

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the “XM RADIO”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.

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2 Tune in the channel you want to Selecting the channel by using

preset. the preset numbers
For details on selecting channels, see
“Listening to the XM Radio” (page 56). SAT TV SA-CD//CD TUNER

3 Press MEMORY. AUX DMPORT RECEIVER

1
You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

the receiver. CATEGORY

SLEEP MODE D.TUNING AUTO CAL

4 Press the numeric buttons to

enter the preset number. 1 2 3
You can also select the number by Numeric
4 5 6
buttons
pressing PRESET + or PRESET –.
You can also press TUNING + or 7 8 9
-/--
TUNING – on the receiver. CLEAR 0//10 ENTER
ENTER
>10 MEMORY

Preset number is available from 1 to 30,

GUIDE DISPLAY

F
and channel 1 is preset for all the preset

Tuner Operations
numbers when you purchase the receiver. G g

5 Press ENTER. f

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on

O
RETURN// OPTIONS

the receiver. EXIT MENU TOOLS

– CATEGORY +
REPLAY ADVANCE

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset .

TUNING –
>

TUNING +
another channel. m M

DISC SKIP

TV VOL TV CH
MASTER VOL PRESET

MUTING

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to

select the “XM RADIO”.

2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –

repeatedly to select the preset
channel you want.
You can also press the numeric buttons to
select the preset channel you want. Then
press ENTER to enter the selection.
You can also press TUNING MODE on
the receiver to select “PRESET T.”, and
then press TUNING + or TUNING –.
You can select preset channels from 1 to
30.
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Note
The preset channel information will be updated
depending on the service provided by the XM
Satellite Radio Inc. that you have subscribed to.

XM Radio messages list

Message Explanation Remedies
appears
ANTENNA The XM antenna is not Make sure that the antenna is securely connected.
connected or transmission is Try to disconnect the antenna then reconnect, or turn off the
not being received properly. power then turn back on.
UPDATING The encryption code is being Wait until the encryption code has been updated.
updated.
NO SIGNL The signal is too weak. Adjust the antenna so that the signal is as strong as possible.
LOADING The audio channel or Wait until the audio channel or information has been
information is being acquired. acquired.
OFF AIR The selected channel is off the Make sure that you selected the channel properly.
air. Try to select another channel.
(space)–––– There is no characteristic —
information such as an artist
name, song title or program
title available.
–– The preset number entered is Enter a number from 1 to 30.
an invalid number.
–––CH The selected channel is not —
available.

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Other Operations Enjoying the DIGITAL

MEDIA PORT
Switching the audio input (DMPORT)
mode
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
(INPUT MODE) allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio source or
You can select the audio input mode by setting computer.
the audio input mode when you connect By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
components to both digital and analog audio adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound
input jacks on the receiver. from the connected component on the
receiver.
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the For details, see the operating instructions
receiver to select the input. supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
You can also use the input buttons on the adapter.
remote.
Notes
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly • Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
on the receiver to select the
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL
audio input mode. MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned

Other Operations
The selected audio input mode appears on on.
the display. • Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, video output may not be possible.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are
Audio input modes available for purchase depending on the area.

x AUTO IN
Gives priority to digital audio signals when
there are both digital and analog
connections. If there are no digital audio
signals, analog audio signals are selected.

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

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

x 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.

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You can also view the images on the TV

Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA screen by connecting the video output of the
PORT adapter DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the
receiver.
You can listen to the sound from the To view the images, proceed to “Watching a
component connected through the DIGITAL connected component through DMPORT
MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack connection” on page 65.
on the receiver.

TV

DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUT
SAT HDMI
IN

AM
B
VIDEO 2/
BD IN XM

COAXIAL
DVD
IN

VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

DMPORT MONITOR

DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT L L L L
AUDIO OUT
adapter
R R R R
OUT IN IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
SA–CD/CD/CD–R TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 WOOFER

To one of the
VIDEO IN jacks VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN

VIDEO L AUDIO R

Front panel

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

A Video cord (not supplied)

To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA Notes

PORT adapter from DMPORT • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
jack adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the
arrow mark facing toward the arrow mark on the
DMPORT jack.
DMPORT
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly,
insert the connector straight in.
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when
2
1 placing or moving the receiver.
Press and hold both sides of the connector and
then pull out the connector.

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Listening to a connected 7 Press V/v repeatedly to select

component through DMPORT the composite video input you
want to assign to DMPORT
connection
input.
Initial setting: –NONE
1 Press DMPORT. The assignable composite video input are
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO 1, VIDEO 3, DVD and SAT
on the receiver to select “DMPORT”. inputs.
2 Start playback of the connected For example, select “–VIDEO 1”.
component. When you press DMPORT, the images
The sound is played back on the receiver. from the component connected to the
For details, see the operating instructions VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN jack through
supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter will be
PORT adapter. appear on the TV screen.

Watching a connected To return to the previous

display
component through DMPORT Press B.
connection
Notes
You need to assign composite video input to

Other Operations
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA
DMPORT input so that you can view the PORT adapter, you can operate the connected
images on the TV screen. component by using the remote. For details on
remote button operation, see page 10.
1 Press RECEIVER. • Be sure you have made the video connection from
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the receiver
(page 64).
receiver operation is activated.
• Be sure you have connected the MONITOR
2 Press MENU. VIDEO OUT of the receiver to the TV (page 19).
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display. adapter, video output may not be possible.

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select Tip

“6-VIDEO”. When listening to MP3 or other compressed music
using a portable audio source, you can enhance the
4 Press or b to enter the sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select
“PORTABLE” (page 49).
menu.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“DMPORT V.”.

6 Press or b to enter the

parameter.

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7 Press V/v repeatedly to select a

Listening to digital sound vacant digital audio input (for
example, VIDEO 2).
from other inputs
(DIGITAL ASSIGN) 8 Press or b to enter your
selection.
You can reassign digital audio input that has
OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN, VIDEO 2/
9 Press V/v repeatedly to select
BD IN, DVD IN) signals to another input the input (for example, DVD)
when they are not currently being used. you want to assign to the digital
For example, to output the sound source for audio input jack selected in
the DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack step 7.
on the receiver: When the input is switched to “DVD”, the
• Connect the optical output jack of the DVD sound of the DVD player will also
player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 2/BD IN become a digital sound through the
jack of the receiver. OPTICAL VIDEO 2/BD IN jack.
• Assign “VD2” to “DVD” in the The input you can assign varies for each
“D.ASSIGN” setting. audio input. For details, see the following
“Assignable inputs for digital audio
1 Press RECEIVER. input”.
The RECEIVER indicator lights up and
receiver operation is activated.

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

3 Press V/v repeatedly to select

“5-AUDIO”.
4 Press or b to enter the
menu.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“D.ASSIGN”.
6 Press or b to enter the
parameter.

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Assignable inputs for digital

audio input Naming inputs
The initial setting is marked with underscore.
Digital Assignable Display You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
audio inputs inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.
input
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 VD2–VD1
the names of the connected components.
OPT
VIDEO 2 VD2–VD2
VIDEO 3 VD2–VD3 1 Press the input button to select
DVD VD2–DVD the input you want to create an
TV VD2–TV
index name for.
SA-CD/CD VD2–CD
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
DVD VIDEO 1 DVD–VD1
COAX
VIDEO 2 DVD–VD2 2 Press RECEIVER.
VIDEO 3 DVD–VD3 The RECEIVER indicator lights up and
DVD DVD–DVD receiver operation is activated.
SAT DVD–SAT
TV DVD–TV
3 Press MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.
SA-CD/CD DVD–CD
SAT OPT VIDEO 1 SAT–VD1 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select

Other Operations
VIDEO 3 SAT –VD3 either “5-AUDIO” or “6-VIDEO”.
DVD SAT –DVD
SAT SAT–SAT
5 Press or b to enter the
menu.
TV SAT–TV
SA-CD/CD SAT–CD 6 Press V/v to select “NAME IN”.

Notes 7 Press or b to enter the

• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio parameter.
inputs to the same input.
• You cannot use the digital audio input for the original The cursor flashes and you can select a
input when it has been assigned to another input. character. Follow the procedure given in
• When you reassign the digital audio input, the INPUT “To create an index name” (page 56).
MODE setting may change automatically (page 63).
• You cannot reassign the digital audio input to
TUNER, XM Radio and DMPORT.

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Changing the display Using the Sleep Timer

You can check the sound field, etc., by You can set the receiver to turn off
changing the information on the display. automatically at a specified time.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the
power is on.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the display
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
changes cyclically as follows.
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00
t OFF
All inputs except the FM and AM
band and XM Radio When Sleep Timer is activated, the display
Index name of the inputa) t Selected input dims.
t Sound field currently applied
Note
If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver
FM and AM band after the display dims, the display brightens up.
Preset station namea) t Frequency t Sound After a while, the display dims again if no button is
field currently applied pressed.

Tip
XM Radio To check the remaining time before the receiver
Channel name t Channel number t turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears
Category name t Artist name/Feature t on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep
Song/program title t Sound field currently timer will be canceled.
applied
a)
Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 56, 67).
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
input name.

Note
Character or marks may not be displayed for some
languages.

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Recording onto a recording

Recording using the media
receiver You can record from an video component
using the receiver. See the operating
Recording onto a CD-R instructions supplied with your recording
component.
You can record onto a CD-R using the
receiver. See the operating instructions 1 Press one of the input buttons
supplied with your CD. to select the playback
component.
1 Press one of the input buttons
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
to select the playback
the receiver.
component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on 2 Prepare the playback
the receiver. component for playing.
For example, insert the video tape you
2 Prepare the playback
want to copy into the VCR.
component for playing.
For example, tune the radio station you 3 Prepare the recording
want to record. component.

Other Operations
Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the
3 Prepare the recording
recording component (VIDEO 1) for
component. recording.
Insert a CD-R into the CD recorder and
adjust the recording level. 4 Start recording on the
recording component, then
4 Start recording on the start playback on the playback
recording component, then component.
start playback on the playback
component. Notes
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent
Note recording. In this case, you may not be able to
Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output record from the source.
from the SA-CD/CD/CD-R OUT jacks. • When DMPORT input is selected and you have
assigned VIDEO 1 input to DMPORT input, no
video signals are output from the VIDEO 1 VIDEO
OUT jack.

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5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control

other components.
Using the Remote
Notes
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
Programming the remote pressed.
• In step 2, if several input buttons are pressed, only
You can program the remote to control non- the last pressed button is valid.
Sony components by changing the code. Once • In step 2, if you press TUNER, you can only
the control signals have been memorized, you program the button to control a tuner (page 74).
can use those components as part of your • In step 3, if an input button is pressed, the new
system. input is selected and the programming procedure
Furthermore, you can also program the remote returns to the beginning of step 3.
• For the numeric codes, only the last three numbers
for Sony components that the remote is unable
entered are valid.
to control. Note that the remote can only
control components that accept infrared
wireless control signals. To program the remote to
control a TV
1 Press RM SET UP. 1 Press RM SET UP.
The RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes. The RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes.
2 Press TV.
2 Press the input button for the 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
component you want to control. numeric code (or one of the codes if more
For example, if you are going to control a than one code exists) for TV. For details, see
CD player, press SA-CD/CD. The RM page 73.
SET UP indicator lights up. 4 Press ENTER.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
3 Press the numeric buttons to the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
enter the numeric code (or one twice and the remote automatically exits the
of the codes if more than one programming mode.
code exists) corresponding to
the component and the maker To cancel programming
of the component you want to Press RM SET UP during any step. The RM
control (except TV) . SET UP indicator flashes 5 times in quick
See the tables on pages 71-74 for succession. The remote automatically exits the
information on the numeric code(s) programming mode.
corresponding to the component and the
maker of the component (the first digit To activate the input after
and the last two digits of the numeric code programming
correspond to the category and the Press the programmed button to activate the
maker’s code respectively). input you want.
4 Press ENTER.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP indicator slowly flashes
twice and the remote automatically exits
the programming mode.

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If programming is To control a CD player

unsuccessful, check the Maker Code(s)
following: SONY 101, 102, 103
• If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the
DENON 104, 123
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.
• If the indicator flashes 5 times in quick JVC 105, 106, 107
succession while entering the numeric code, KENWOOD 108, 109, 110
an error has occurred. Start again from step MAGNAVOX 111, 116
1. MARANTZ 116
ONKYO 112, 113, 114
To clear the memory of the PANASONIC 115
remote PHILIPS 116
To clear all programmed, do the following to PIONEER 117
reset the remote to factory settings. TECHNICS 115, 118, 119
While holding down MASTER VOL YAMAHA 120, 121, 122
–, press and hold ?/1 and then
press AV ?/1. To control a DAT deck
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off. Maker Code(s)
SONY 203
The numeric codes PIONEER 219
corresponding to the
component and the maker of To control an MD deck
the component
Maker Code(s)
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to

Using the Remote

SONY 301
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable DENON 302
to control. Since the remote signal that a JVC 303
component accepts differs depending on the KENWOOD 304
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a To control a tape deck
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes. Maker Code(s)
SONY 201, 202
Notes
DENON 204, 205
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209
chance, however, that your component will not NAKAMICHI 210
respond to some or all of the codes. PANASONIC 216
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be
PHILIPS 211, 212
available when used with your particular
component. PIONEER 213, 214
TECHNICS 215, 216
YAMAHA 217, 218

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To control an LD player Maker Code(s)

Maker Code(s) SAMSUNG 742, 743, 744, 745
SONY 601, 602, 603 SANYO 717, 720, 746
PIONEER 606 SHARP 748, 749
TELEFUNKEN 751, 752
To control a video CD player TOSHIBA 747, 756
ZENITH 754
Maker Code(s)
SONY 605 * 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/VHS COMBO
Maker Code(s)
To control a DVD player
SONY 411
Maker Code(s)
SONY 401, 402, 403
To control a DVD/HDD COMBO
RCA 414
Maker Code(s)
SAMSUNG 416, 422
SONY 403
ZENITH 418, 420
PANASONIC 406, 408, 425
To control a VCR PHILIPS 407
Maker Code(s) PIONEER 409, 410
SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, TOSHIBA 404, 421
705, 706
DENON 405
AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758
BROKSONIC 424
AKAI 707, 708, 709, 759
HITACHI 416
BLAUPUNKT 740
JVC 415, 423
EMERSON 711, 712, 713, 714,
715, 716, 750 MITSUBISHI 419

FISHER 717, 718, 719, 720 ORITRON 417

GENERAL ELECTRIC 721, 722, 730

GOLDSTAR/LG 723, 753 To control a DVD recorder
GRUNDIG 724 Maker Code(s)
HITACHI 722, 725, 729, 741 SONY 403
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

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To control a TV Maker Code(s)

Maker Code(s) RADIO SHACK 503, 510, 527, 565,
567
SONY 501
RCA/PROSCAN 503, 510, 523, 529,
AIWA 501, 536, 539 544
AKAI 503
SAMSUNG 503, 515, 517, 531,
AOC 503 532, 534, 544, 556,
CENTURION 566 557, 562, 563, 566,
569
CORONADO 517
SAMPO 566
CURTIS-MATHES 503, 551, 566, 567
SABA 530, 537, 547, 549,
DAYTRON 517, 566 558
DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 507, SANYO 508, 545, 546, 560,
515, 544 567
FISHER 508, 545 SCOTT 503, 566
FUNAI 548 SEARS 503, 508, 510, 517,
FUJITSU 528 518, 551
GOLDSTAR/LG 503, 512, 515, 517, SHARP 517, 535, 550, 561,
534, 544, 556, 568 565
GRUNDIG 511, 533, 534 SYLVANIA 503, 518, 566
HITACHI 503, 513, 514, 515, TELEFUNKEN 530, 537, 538, 547,
517, 519, 544, 557, 549, 558
571 THOMSON 530, 537, 547, 549
ITT/NOKIA 521, 522 TOSHIBA 535, 539, 540, 541,
J.C. PENNY 503, 510, 566 551
JVC 516, 552 ZENITH 542, 543, 567

Using the Remote

KMC 517 TEKNIKA 517, 518, 567
MAGNAVOX 503, 515, 517, 518, WARDS 503, 517, 566
544, 566 YORK 566
MARANTZ 527 GE 503, 509, 510, 544
MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 519, 527, 544, LOEWE 515, 534, 556
566, 568
NEC 503, 517, 520, 540,
544, 554, 566
NOROMENDE 530, 558
NOKIA 521, 522, 573, 575
PANASONIC 509, 524, 553, 559,
572
PHILIPS 515, 518, 557, 570,
571
PHILCO 503, 504, 514, 517,
518
PIONEER 509, 525, 526, 540,
551, 555
PORTLAND 503
QUASAR 509, 535

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To control a satellite tuner To control a tuner

Maker Code(s) Maker Code(s)
SONY 801, 802, 803, 804, SONY 002, 005
824, 825, 865
AMSTRAD 845, 846 To control a Blu-ray disc
BskyB 862 recorder
GENERAL ELECTRIC 866
(GE) Maker Code(s)
SONY 310, 311, 312
GRUNDIG 859, 860
HUMAX 846, 847
THOMSON 857, 861, 864 To control a PSX
PACE 848, 849, 850, 852, Maker Code(s)
862, 863, 864 SONY 313, 314, 315
PANASONIC 818, 855
PHILIPS 856, 857, 858, 859,
860, 864, 874
NOKIA 851, 853, 854, 864
RCA/PROSCAN 866, 871
BITA/HITACHI 868
HUGHES 867
JVC/Echostar/Disk 873
Network
MITSUBISHI 872
SAMSUNG 875
TOSHIBA 869, 870

To control a cable box

Maker Code(s)
SONY 821, 822, 823
HAMLIN/REGAL 836, 837, 838, 839,
840
JERROLD/G.I./ 806, 807, 808, 809,
MOTOROLA 810, 811, 812, 813,
814, 819
JERROLD 830, 831
OAK 841, 842, 843
PANASONIC 816, 826, 832, 833,
834, 835
PHILIPS 830, 831
PIONEER 828, 829
RCA 805
SCIENTIFIC 815, 816, 817
ATLANTA
TOCOM/PHILIPS 830, 831
ZENITH 826, 827

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x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro

Logic)
Additional Information Audio processing technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono
Glossary surround information is matrixed into two
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is
decoded and output in 4ch surround sound.
x Component video
This is the most common audio processing
A format for transmitting video signal
method for DVD-video.
information consisting of three separate
signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and
x DTS Digital Surround
chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted
for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It
more faithfully. The three jacks are color
compresses audio less than Dolby Digital,
coded green, blue and red.
delivering a higher quality sound
reproduction.
x Composite video
A standard format for transmitting video
x HDMI (High-Definition
signal information. The luminance signal Y Multimedia Interface)
and chrominance signal C are combined and HDMI is an interface that support both video
transmitted together. and audio on a single digital connection. The
HDMI connection carries standard to high
x Dolby Digital definition video signals and multi-channel
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
audio signals to audio video components, such
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It
as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form
consists of front (left/right), center, surround
without degradation. The HDMI specification
(left/right) and sub woofer channels. It is a
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
designated audio standard for DVD-video and
Contents Protection), a copy protection
also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since
technology that incorporates coding
surround information is recorded and
technology for digital video signals.
reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with
fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby Additional Information
x Sampling frequency
surround. To convert analog audio to digital, analog data
should be quantified. This process is called
x Dolby Pro Logic II sampling, and the number of times per second
This technology converts 2 channel stereo
the analog data is quantified is called the
recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback.
sampling frequency. A standard music CD
There is a MOVIE mode for movies and
stores data quantified at 44,100 times per
MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as
second, which is expressed as a sampling
music. Old movies encoded in the traditional
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a
stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1
higher sampling frequency means better sound
channel surround sound.
quality.

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On placement
Precautions • Place the receiver in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup
and prolong the life of the receiver.
On safety • Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
checked by qualified personnel before • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
operating it any further. that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
On power sources • Do not place the receiver near equipment
• Before operating the receiver, check that the such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. (If
operating voltage is identical with your local the receiver is being used in combination
power supply. with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is
The operating voltage is indicated on the placed too close to that equipment, noise
nameplate on the back of the receiver. may result, and picture quality may suffer.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC This is especially likely when using an
power source (mains) as long as it is indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit using an outdoor antenna.)
itself has been turned off. • Use caution when placing the receiver or
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a speakers on surfaces that have been
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.)
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC as staining or discoloration of the surface
power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull may result.
the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other On operation
for the purpose of safety and will fit into the Before connecting other components, be sure
wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to turn off and unplug the receiver.
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
If you encounter color
• The AC power cord must be changed only at
irregularity on a nearby TV
a qualified service shop.
screen
The front and center speakers and the sub
On heat buildup woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to
Although the receiver heats up during be installed near a TV set. However, color
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you irregularities may still be observed on certain
continuously use this receiver at a large types of TV sets.
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, As the surround speakers are not magnetically
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid shielded, we recommend that you place the
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. surround speakers slightly further away from
the TV set (page 14).

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

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If color irregularity is observed

again... Troubleshooting
Place the speaker further away from the TV
set. If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
If howling occurs troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
Reposition the speakers or turn down the problem.
volume on the receiver.
Audio
On cleaning There is no sound, no matter which
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a component is selected, or only a very
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild low-level sound is heard.
detergent solution. Do not use any type of • Check that the speakers and components
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, are connected securely.
such as alcohol or benzine. • Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on.
If you have any questions or problems • Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set
concerning your receiver, please consult your to “VOL MIN”.
nearest Sony dealer. • Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/
A+B) is not set to “OFF”.
• Check that headphone is not connected.
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting
function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with the input buttons (page
34).
• The protective device on the receiver has
been activated. Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and
turn on the power again. Additional Information

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.

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There is no sound from one of the front The left and right sounds are
speakers. unbalanced or reversed.
• Connect a pair of headphones to the • Check that the speakers and components
PHONES jack to verify that sound is are connected correctly and securely.
output from the headphones. If only one • Adjust the balance parameters using the
channel is output from the headphones, the LEVEL menu.
component may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords There is severe hum or noise.
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the • Check that the speakers and components
receiver and the component. If both are connected securely.
channels are output from the headphones, • Check that the connecting cords are away
the front speaker may not be connected to from a transformer or motor, and at least
the receiver correctly. Check the 10 feet away from a TV set or fluorescent
connection of the front speaker which is light.
not outputting any sound. • Move your audio components away from
• Make sure you have connected to both the the TV.
L and R jacks of an analog component, and • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
not only to either the L or R jack. Use an with a cloth slightly moistened with
audio cord (not supplied). alcohol.

There is no sound from analog 2 There is no sound, or only a very low-

channel sources. level sound is heard from the center/
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to surround speakers.
“COAX IN” or “OPT IN” for the selected • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode
input (page 63). (page 50).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 33).
There is no sound from digital sources
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack). There is no sound from the sub woofer.
• Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to • Check that the sub woofer is connected
“ANALOG” (page 63). Check that the correctly and securely.
INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN” • Make sure you have turned on your sub
for the sources from the OPTICAL input woofer.
jack, or to “OPT IN” for the sources from
the COAXIAL input jack. The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
The source sound input to the HDMI • Make sure the sound field function is on
jack on the receiver is not output from (press MOVIE or MUSIC).
the TV speaker. • Sound fields do not function for signals
• Check the HDMI connection. with a sampling frequency of more than 48
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD kHz.
by connecting HDMI.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
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Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel The source image input to the HDMI
sound is not reproduced. jack on the receiver is not output from
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing the TV.
is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS • Check the HDMI connection.
format. • Depending on the playback component,
• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to you may need to set up the component.
the digital input jacks of this receiver, Refer to the operating instructions
check the audio setting (the settings for the supplied with the each component.
audio output) of the connected component.
Recording cannot be carried out.
The MULTI CHANNNEL DECODING • Check that the components are connected
lamp does not light up in blue. correctly.
• Check that the playback component is • Select the source component using the
connected to a digital jack and the input is input buttons.
selected properly on this receiver.
• Check whether the input source of the
software being played back corresponds to Tuner
the multi channel format.
• Check whether the setup on the playback The FM reception is poor.
component is set to multi channel sound. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
Recording cannot be carried out. antenna as shown below. If you connect
• Check that the components are connected the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground
correctly. it against lightning. To prevent a gas
• Select the source component using the explosion, do not connect the ground wire
input buttons. to a gas pipe.
Outdoor FM antenna

Video Receiver

Additional Information
ANTENNA
There is no picture or an unclear
picture appears on the TV screen or
AM
monitor.
• Select the appropriate input using the input Ground wire
(not supplied)
buttons.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your audio components away from To ground
the TV.
• Assign the component video input
correctly.
• Assign the composite video input to
DMPORT input correctly.
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, video output may not be
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Radio stations cannot be tuned in. Error messages

• Check that the antennas are connected If there is a malfunction, the display shows a
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect message. You can check the condition of the
an external antenna, if necessary. system by the message. Refer to the following
• The signal strength of the stations is too table to solve the problem. If any problem
weak (when tuning in with automatic persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
tuning). Use direct tuning. If an error message appears while you perform
• Make sure you set the tuning interval Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning
correctly (when tuning in AM stations codes” (page 31) to solve the problem.
with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset DEC. EROR
stations have been cleared (when tuning Appears when a signal the receiver cannot
by scanning preset stations). Preset the decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and “DEC.
stations (page 54). PRI.” on the AUDIO menu is set to “DEC.
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the PCM”. Set it to “DEC. AUTO” (page 40).
receiver so that the frequency appears on
PROTECT
the display.
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
Remote control
again.
The remote does not function.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between If you are unable to remedy the
the remote and the receiver. problem using the
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with troubleshooting guide
new ones, if they are weak. Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
• Make sure you select the correct input on the problem (page 27). However, note that all
the remote. memorized settings will be reset to their
• The AUX button on the remote is not factory settings and you will have to readjust
available for receiver operation. all settings on the receiver.
• When you operate a programmed of non-
Sony component, the remote may not If the problem persist
function properly depending on the model Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if
and the maker of the component. 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 27
Customized sound fields page 52

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Reproduction frequency range:

28 – 20,000 Hz
Specifications
FM tuner section
AUDIO POWER Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
SPECIFICATIONS Antenna FM wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL Intermediate frequency
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
10.7 MHz
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
120 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel AM tuner section
minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% Tuning range
total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts With 10-kHz tuning scale:
to rated output. 530 – 1,710 kHz3)
With 9-kHz tuning scale:
Amplifier section
531 – 1,710 kHz3)
Power Output1)
Antenna Loop antenna
Models of area code U
Intermediate frequency
Stereo mode (rated)
450 kHz
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 1%) 3) You
can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or
90 W + 90 W
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off
Surround mode (reference)
the receiver. While holding down TUNING
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)
MODE, press ?/1. All preset stations will be
RMS Output2)
erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset
FRONT: 140 W/ch
the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the
CENTER: 140 W
procedure.
SURROUND: 140 W/ch
1) Measured under the following conditions: Video section
Area code Power requirements Inputs/Outputs
U 120 V AC, 60 Hz Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO:
2) Reference
power output for front, center and Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms Additional Information
surround speakers. Depending on the sound field PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p,
settings and the source, there may be no sound 75 ohms
output.
PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p,
75 ohms
Inputs 80 MHz HD Pass Through
Analog Sensitivity: 800 mV/
50 kohms General
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms Power requirements
Area code Power requirements
Outputs (Analog)
U 120 V AC, 60 Hz
AUDIO OUT Voltage: 800 mV/
10 kohms Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
SUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohms
DC OUT 5 V, 700 mA

Tone
Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step

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Power consumption • Sub woofer (SA-WP780)

Area code Power consumption AUDIO POWER
U 170 W SPECIFICATIONS
Power consumption (during standby mode) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
0.3 W HARMONIC DISTORTION:
With 6 ohm loads, from 28 – 200 Hz; rated 120
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
watts, minimum RMS power, with no more
430 × 157.5 × 316 mm
(17 × 6 1/4 × 12 1/2 inches) than 1% total harmonic distortion from 250
including projecting parts milliwatts to rated output.
and controls
Mass (Approx.) 8.0 kg (17 lb 11 oz) Speaker system Active subwoofer,
magnetically shielded
Speaker section Speaker unit 200 mm cone type
• Front speakers (SS-MSP7000) Enclosure type Acoustically loaded bass
• Center speaker (SS-CNP900) reflex
• Surround speakers (SS-SRP7000) RMS output 200 W
Front speakers 2 way, magnetically Input LINE IN (input pin jacks)
shielded Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Center speaker Full range, magnetically Power consumption 80 W
shielded
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Surround speakers Full range 270 × 331 × 380 mm
Speaker units (10 5/8 × 13 × 15 inches)
Front speakers Tweeter: 40 mm cone type Mass (Approx.) 8.3 kg (18 lb 5 oz)
Woofer: 80 mm cone type
Center/surround speakers Supplied speakers
80 mm cone type • Front speakers (2)
Enclosure type Bass reflex • Center speaker (1)
Rated Impedance 6 ohms • Surround speakers (2)
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.) • Sub woofer (1)
Front speakers 130 × 211 × 136 mm Supplied accessories
(5 1/8 × 8 1/4 × 5 3/8 FM wire antenna (1)
inches) AM loop antenna (1)
Center speaker 245 × 109 × 136 mm Monaural audio cord (1)
(9 5/8 × 4 3/8 × 5 3/8 Speaker cords
inches) • Long (2)
Surround speakers 115 × 169 × 141 mm • Short (3)
(4 1/2 × 6 5/8 × 5 1/2 Coaxial digital cord (1)
inches) Footpads
Mass (Approx.) • Speakers (20)
Front speakers 1.4 kg (3 lb 2 oz) • Sub woofer (4)
Center speaker 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) Remote commander RM-AAP016 (1)
Surround speakers 1.0 kg (2 lb 4 oz) 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 3.
Design and specifications are subject to
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Index
Numerics I S
2CH STEREO 51 Initial setup 27 Satellite tuner
5.1 channel 14 INPUT MODE 63 connecting 18
Selecting
A M component 34
AUTO CALIBRATION 29 Menu sound field 49
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT A. CAL 47 speaker system 28
(A.F.D.) 47 AUDIO 43 Sleep Timer 68
LEVEL 41 Sound fields
B SUR 42 resetting 52
Blu-ray disc player 23 SYSTEM 45 selecting 49
TONE 42 Speakers
TUNER 43 connecting 16
C
VIDEO 44 installing 14
CD player
Muting 34 Super Audio CD player
connecting 17
playback 36
playback 36
CD recorder connecting 17 N
Naming 55, 67 T
TEST TONE 33
D
P Tuner
DIGITAL ASSIGN 66
Portable audio connecting 26
Digital Cinema Sound
connecting 25 Tuning
(DCS) 50
sound field 50 automatically 52
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
directly 53
connecting 64
to preset stations 55
input 63 R
TV
video assign 44 Recording
connecting 18 Additional Information
Dolby Digital 75 onto a CD-R 69
DTS 75 onto a recording media
DVD player 69
V
connecting 18 Remote commander 10 VCR
playback 37 connecting 18
DVD recorder Video game
connecting 18 connecting 18

E X
Error messages 80 XM Radio 56

H
HDMI
connecting 18

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HT-7100DH
3-093-550-11 (1)
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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

model name1[HT-7100DH]
[3-093-550-11 (1)]