4-199-837-12(1) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-DDW8600 HT-DDW7600 ©2010 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
On Copyright 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 doubleD symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,003,467; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
Table of Contents Description and location of parts...................6 Getting Started 1: Installing the speakers .............................15 2: Connecting the speakers and subwoofers..............................................17 3: Connecting the TV ..................................21 4a: Connecting the audio components.........22 4b: Connecting the video components ........23 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............29 6: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....
Using the Remote Changing button assignments ..................... 71 Additional Information Glossary ...................................................... 72 Precautions .................................................. 74 Troubleshooting .......................................... 75 Specifications .............................................. 80 Index............................................................
Description and location of parts Front panel Receiver 1 2 3 4 5 ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME NIGHT MODE A.F.D.
Function Name A ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 30, 38, 39, 56, 61). L ILLUMINATION B INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select the input source to play back (page 36, 38, 59, 60). C Display The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 8). D Remote sensor Receives signals from remote commander. E MASTER VOLUME Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 36, 37, 38, 39).
About the indicators on the display 1 2 SW LFE MEM L C SL S SR 3 4 D.RANGE SLEEP 5 FM AM ST HDMI COAX OPT R D DTS -ES 96/24 NEO:6 PL IIx SBL SB SBR 0 qa 9 8 7 6 Name Function Name Function A SW Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. E Input indicators Light up to indicate the current input. B LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced. C D.
Name Function Name Function G Dolby Pro Logic indicators Lights up one of the respective indicators when the receiver applies Dolby Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. J Tuning indicators Lights up when the receiver tunes in radio stations.
Rear panel Receiver 1 2 3 ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN AM SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT 4 TV DVD IN BD IN TV OUT DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V 0.
C DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN jacks Connects to a DVD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack COAXIAL IN provides a better jack sound quality (page 26, 27). HDMI IN/ OUT* jacks Connects to a DVD player, satellite tuner, or a Blu-ray disc player. The image is output to a TV or projector while the sound can be output from a TV or/and speakers connected to this receiver (page 24).
Remote commander You can use the supplied remote to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 71). Name Function A TV ?/1 (on/standby) Press TV ?/1 and TV (N) at the same time to turn the TV on or off. AV ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 71).
Name Function H AMP MENU Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations. I ENTER Press to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner. MEMORY J MUTING K TV VOL +a)/– MASTER VOL +a)/– Press to store a station. Press to turn off the sound temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound. Press MUTING and TV (N) at the same time to activate the TV’s muting function.
Name Function Name Function P After pressing DVD/BD MENU (E), AMP MENU (H), or MENU/HOME (L), press V, v, B or b to select the settings. Then, press to enter the selection if you have pressed DVD/BD MENU or MENU/HOME previously. Press also to enter the selection of the receiver, VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. T Numeric buttons (number 5a)) Press to – preset/tune to preset stations. – select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player.
1: Installing the speakers HT-DDW7600 only HT-DDW8600 only This receiver allows you to use a 7 channel speaker with 2 subwoofer system. This receiver allows you to use a 7 channel speaker with 4 subwoofer system.
Installing the speakers on a flat surface 2 Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm. Before you install the center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speaker and subwoofers, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibration or movement as shown in the illustration below. 5 to 7 mm 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. Hook on the back of the speaker 4.
2: Connecting the speakers and subwoofers Getting Started Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. Connecting the speakers The following illustration shows how to connect to the speakers.
To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers. Character on speaker label Speaker type L Front left R Front right SL Surround left SR Surround right SBL Surround back left SBR Surround back right *The center speaker and subwoofers do not have any character on the speaker label. For details on the speaker type, see page 2. Tip Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system’s performance.
Connecting the subwoofers Getting Started The following illustration shows how to connect to the subwoofers. Note To adjust the volume of all the speakers and the subwoofers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. HT-DDW7600 ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN AM SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT TV DVD IN BD IN TV OUT DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V 0.
HT-DDW8600 ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN AM DVD IN SAT IN VIDEO 1 IN TV MONITOR OUT DVD IN BD IN TV OUT DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V 0.
3: Connecting the TV Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). TV Video signals Audio signals A B Audio/video signals C D E ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN AM SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT TV DVD IN TV OUT BD IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V 0.
Notes • Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted. • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. 4a: Connecting the audio components Tips The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder.
4b: Connecting the video components Video input/output jacks to be connected This section describes how to connect your video components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). After connecting all your components, proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)” (page 29). The image quality depends on the connecting jack.
Notes Connecting components with HDMI jacks • You can also rename the DVD input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 37). • Connect a “PlayStation 3”, etc., to any available HDMI jack. All the HDMI jacks on the receiver function in the same way. HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. Satellite tuner, Set-top box, etc. DVD player, etc.
To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting HDMI features • A digital audio signal transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers connect to this receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM. • This receiver supports Deep Colour, x.v.Colour and 3D transmission. • This receiver supports the Control for HDMI function. For details, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 60).
Note Connecting a DVD player, Bluray disc player To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player. The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player or a Blu-ray disc player. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.
Notes • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the 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 a set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a DVD recorder, VCR, etc. DVD recorder, VCR Video signals Audio signals B A C ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN AM SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT TV DVD IN BD IN TV OUT DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V 0.
Notes 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). Before connecting the antennas, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) ANTENNA AM SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT TV DIGIT DMPORT DC5V 0.
6: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Setting the voltage selector If your receiver and power amplifier have a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a screwdriver to set the selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. 7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU027 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of batteries.
Notes • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically. Performing Auto Calibration TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY Example: HT-DDW7600 Input buttons VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. BD ?/1 switch DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME Optimizer microphone NIGHT MODE A.F.D.
3 Tips The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. • When Auto Calibration starts: – Stand some distance from the speakers and the listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement. – Avoid making noise to get a more accurate measurement.
Error codes and remedies Error code Cause and remedy ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near the optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone. ERROR 12 None of the speakers are detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform Auto Calibration again.
Explanation and solution WARN. 72 The center speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your center speaker.d) WARN. 73 The surround left speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.d) WARN. 74 The surround right speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.d) WARN. 75 The surround back left speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround back left speaker.d) WARN. 76 The surround back right speaker distance is out of range.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround back right t Surround back left t Surround left t Subwoofer 6 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker.
Components that can be played back SAT [SAT] Satellite tuner, etc. connected to the SAT jack TV [TV] TV, etc. connected to the TV jack SA-CD/CD [SA-CD/CD/ CD-R]* Super Audio CD/CD player/CD recorder, etc., connected to the SA-CD/ CD/CD-R jack Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. 1 You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.
Listening/Watching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC DVD/BD MENU 2 3 3 ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME AUTO CAL 4 6 5 7 8 >10/ -/-CLEAR 0/10 DISPLAY D.TUNING 9 5 D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING NIGHT MODE TV VOL MASTER VOL O RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH – TV CH + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < < .
Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO2 BD SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC DVD/BD MENU 2 3 3 ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME AUTO CAL 4 6 5 7 8 >10/ -/-CLEAR 0/10 DISPLAY D.TUNING 9 6 D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL O RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH – TV CH + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < < . > TUNING – m NIGHT MODE 6 A.F.D.
To return to the previous display Amplifier Operations Press B. Navigating through menus To exit the menu Press AMP MENU. By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. 7 8 >10/ -/-CLEAR 0/10 DISPLAY D.TUNING 9 D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS AMP MENU MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL V/v/B/b, O MENU/HOME RETURN/EXIT TV CH – TV CH + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < < . > 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 40. Parameters [Display] LEVEL [1-LEVEL] (page 43) Test tonea) [T. TONE] TONE [2-TONE] (page 44) SUR [3-SUR] (page 44) TUNER [4-TUNER] (page 46) Front speaker balance [FRT BAL] a) Settings Initial setting T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BALANCE BAL. R +1 to BAL.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting AUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 46) Digital audio input decoding prioritya) [DEC. PRI.] DEC. PCM, DEC. AUTO DEC. PCM for: SA-CD/CD; DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, 2, BD, DVD, SAT, TV Digital broadcast language selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S DUAL M Synchronizes audio with video outputa) [A.V. SYNC.] A.V.SYNC. N, A.V.SYNC. Y A.V.SYNC. N Digital audio input assignmenta) For details, see “Listening to digital [D.
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) LEVEL menu parameters Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. • COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. • COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. x T.
Adjusting the equalizer (TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 40) and “Overview of the menus” (page 41). TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level) Notes • This function does not work for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.
Using the surround back decoding mode (SB DEC) Types of the surround back decoding functions x SB OFF Surround back decoding is not performed. The surround back decoding is applied to 5.1 channel and 6.1 channel decoding in the input stream. Notes • This function does not work in the following cases. – The sound field for music or movies is selected. – The multi-channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. • There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode.
Settings for the tuner Settings for the audio (TUNER menu) (AUDIO menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 40) and “Overview of the menus” (page 41). You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus.
x DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you to retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. • NIGHT OFF • NIGHT ON Amplifier Operations Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources.
Settings for the HDMI Settings for the system (HDMI menu) (SYSTEM menu) You can use the HDMI menu to make various adjustments for HDMI. Select “6-HDMI” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 40) and “Overview of the menus” (page 41). You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus.
x SBL DIST. (Surround back left speaker distance) x SBR DIST. (Surround back right speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speakers. Tip Lets you set the subwoofer phase polarity. • NORMAL Normally, select “NORMAL”. • REVERSE Depending on the type of front speakers, the position of the subwoofer, and the cut-off frequency of the subwoofer, setting the phase polarity to “REVERSE” may produce better bass.
• BEHD/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D. • BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and C. • SIDE/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D. • SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C. Tip Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes.
Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. VIDEO2 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. BD 2 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MOVIE A.F.D. 1 Enjoying Surround Sound VIDEO1 3 MUSIC DVD/BD MENU Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want. For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page 52).
Types of A.F.D. mode A.F.D. mode [Display] Multi channel audio after decoding Effect A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO] (Detecting automatically) Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals. PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels.
Selecting a preprogrammed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. SA-CD/CD TUNER MOVIE MUSIC 2CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 AUTO CAL Enjoying Surround Sound A.F.D. MUSIC DVD/BD MENU MOVIE Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music.
Types of sound field available Sound field for Sound field [Display] Effect Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio.
Notes • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. • When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. • This function does not work when: – signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input. – the multi channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack.
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. (NIGHT MODE) ?/1 This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. ?/1 INPUT SELECTOR NIGHT MODE NIGHT MODE A.F.D.
Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 30). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 2. FM AM AR2, E51 50 kHz 10 kHz* AU1, SA2 50 kHz 9 kHz* EA3 50 kHz 9 kHz * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 58).
Tuning into a station directly (Direct Tuning) Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 3 4 Press D.TUNING. (Except for models of area code EA3 only) You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select AM. 2 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.
4 Presetting FM/AM radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEM” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3. 5 SA-CD/CD TUNER TUNER Numeric buttons MUSIC 6 AUTO CAL 4 5 6 7 8 9 DISPLAY 0/10 D.
Naming preset stations 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 59). 3 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “4-TUNER”. 5 Press menu. 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”. 7 Press or b to enter the parameter. or b to enter the The cursor flashes and you can select a character.
Note Depending on the connected component, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions of the component. Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, turn the Control for HDMI function on for both the receiver and the connected component. The receiver is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function.
When your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function Turn the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and the connected component on individually. 7 >10/ -/-CLEAR DISPLAY 8 0/10 D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS AMP MENU MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL V/v/B/b, the connected component to on. If the Control for HDMI function for the connected component is already set to on, you do not need to change the setting.
Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play) You can enjoy sound and image from the components connected to the receiver via HDMI connections by a simple operation. Play back a connected component. The receiver and the TV will switch to the appropriate HDMI input automatically. In case the receiver or/and the TV is in standby mode, they will be turned on automatically. Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc by simple operation You can also select a connected component, such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player using the TV menu.
Notes Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV. TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. BD TV ?/1 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ -/-CLEAR 0/10 MUSIC DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL DISPLAY D.TUNING D.
Audio input modes Other Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) When you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch. 1 Press the input button. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. Press V/v repeatedly to select “5-AUDIO”. 4 Press menu.
8 Listening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN) You can reassign digital audio input that has OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN, DVD IN) signals to another input when they are not currently being used. For example, to output the sound source for the DVD player using the OPTICAL IN jack on the receiver: • Connect the optical output jack of the DVD player to the OPTICAL SAT IN jack of the receiver. • Assign “SAT OPT” to “DVD” in the “D. ASSIGN” setting. 1 Press AMP MENU.
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound and image from a network system such as a portable audio/video source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound and image from the connected component on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
Notes • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. • Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, insert the connector straight in. • As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is fragile, be sure to handle with care when placing or moving the receiver. Listening/watching a connected component through DMPORT connection 1 Press DMPORT.
Changing the display Using the Sleep Timer You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.
Recording using the receiver Recording onto a recording media 1 You can record from an audio/video component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. Recording onto a CD-R You can record onto a CD-R using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your CD recorder. 1 2 3 Prepare the playback component for playing. Prepare the playback component for playing. For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.
Using the Remote Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder.
x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) Additional Information Glossary x Cinema Studio EX A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theater using three technologies: “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth Matching”, and “Cinema Studio Reverberation”. “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual speaker technology, creates a virtual multisurround environment with actual speakers up to 7.
x Dolby Pro Logic IIx x DTS Neo:6 Technology for 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel) playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channel Dolby Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel). Furthermore, existing stereo recorded content can also be reproduced in 7.1 channel (or 6.1 channel). This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio for 6.1 channel playback.
On placement Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound 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. There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
There is severe hum or noise. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent light. • Move your audio components away from the TV. • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. There is no sound, or only a very lowlevel sound is heard from the center/ surround/surround back speakers.
Video There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen. • Select the appropriate input using the input buttons. • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. • Move your audio components away from the TV. • Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible. The source image input to the VIDEO IN or COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks is not output from the TV. • Check that your component is connected to the MONITOR OUT jack (page 21).
No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function. • If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO OUT” settings in HDMI menu to – “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker and receiver. – “AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver.
Remote commander The remote does not function. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. • Make sure you select the correct input on the remote. Error messages If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem.
Specifications SUBWOOFER Amplifier section Models of area code AU1, E51, SA2, EA3, AR2 • Receiver (STR-KM7600) Power Output Stereo mode output (rated) (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%) 100 W + 100 W1) Surround mode output (reference)2) RMS output FRONT: 185 W per channel1) (with SS-MSP7500) CENTER: 185 W1) (with SS-CNP7500) SURROUND: 185 W per channel1) (with SS-SRP7500) SURROUND BACK: 185 W per channel1) (with SS-SRP7500) • Power amplifier (TA-KMSW500) RMS output (6 ohms, 80 Hz, THD 10%) 200 W per channel1) Inpu
HDMI Video Power consumption Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) 640 × 480p@60 Hz 720 × 480p@59.94/60 Hz 1280 × 720p@59.94/60 Hz 1920 × 1080i@59.94/60 Hz 1920 × 1080p@59.94/60 Hz 720 × 576p@50 Hz 1280 × 720p@50 Hz 1920 × 1080i@50 Hz 1920 × 1080p@50 Hz 1920 × 1080p@24 Hz HDMI Video (3D) Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) 1280 × 720p@59.94/60Hz Frame packing 1920 × 1080i@59.94/60Hz Frame packing 1920 × 1080i@59.94/60Hz Side-by-Side (Half) 1920 × 1080p@59.
• Center speaker (SS-CNP7500) Supplied accessories Speaker system Operating instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Monaural audio cord – HT-DDW7600 (1) – HT-DDW8600 (2) System control cable – HT-DDW7600 (1) – HT-DDW8600 (2) Speaker cords • Long – HT-DDW7600 (4) – HT-DDW8600 (4) • Short – HT-DDW7600 (5) – HT-DDW8600 (7) Foot pads • Speakers (20) • Subwoofer – HT-DDW7600 (8) – HT-DDW8600 (16) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1) Remote commander (RM-AAU027) (
Index Numerics H S 2CH STEREO 55 HDMI Audio for HDMI 48 connecting 24 Control for HDMI 48 Camcorder connecting 28 CD player connecting 22 playback 38 CD recorder connecting 22 Menu A.
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