3-094-056-13(1) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-DDW1600 ©2007 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW1600. In this manual, models of area code SP is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code MX only”. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.
Table of Contents Getting Started Enjoying Surround Sound Description and location of parts...................5 1: Installing speakers ...................................15 2: Connecting speakers................................17 3a: Connecting the audio components.........19 3b: Connecting the video components ........20 3c: Connecting the lighting device ..............28 4: Connecting the antennas..........................29 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....
Getting Started Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DISPLAY TUNING MODE INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR – TUNING + AUTO CAL AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER DIMMER SLEEP SUR BACK DECODING X-ROUND 2CH A.F.D.
Name Function K INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select the input source to playback (page 37, 39, 40, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 65, 67, 68, 69). L MOVIE, MUSIC Press to select sound fields (MOVIE, MUSIC) (page 54). M A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D. mode (page 52, 56). N 2CH Press to select 2CH STEREO mode (page 56, 57). O SUR BACK DECODING Press to select the surround back decoding mode (page 46).
About the indicators on the display 2 3 SW LFE ; D EX L C R SL S SR 4 ; PL IIx 5 ; PL 6 7 OPT DTS -ES 9 6 / 2 4 COAX NEO:6 MEMORY D.RANGE 8 ST MONO SB qd qs qa q; 9 Name Function Name Function A SW Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. E OPT 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.
Name Function K NEO:6 Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 53). 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 62). M Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound.
Rear panel 2 3 Getting Started 1 DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN SAT IN OUT HDMI Y AM VIDEO 2/ BD IN PB/CB COAXIAL DVD IN PR/CR VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT DMPORT L L R OUT L R IN D-LIGHT SYNC OUT SA-CD/CD/CD-R 7 SAT IN MONITOR DVD IN L L R R IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN TV SAT DVD 6 VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER 5 OPTICAL IN jack Connects to a DVD player, etc.
F AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section AUDIO IN/ White (L) OUT jack Red (R) Connects to an Super Audio CD player or CD recorder, etc. (page 19). G D-LIGHT SYNC OUT section D-LIGHT SYNC OUT jack Connects to a lighting device (page 28). a) You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV (page 23). b) Models of area code SP, AU, TH only.
Remote commander RM-AAU013 (Models of area code MX, E51, AR only) RM-AAU015 (Models of area code SP, AU, TH only) 1 1 wf TV INPUT SLEEP AUTO CAL TV ?/1 AV ?/1 TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 2 wd wd 2 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 ws wa SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AMP MENU 1 2 3 FM MODE w; ql qk qj qh 4 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ - 0/10 D.TUNING D.
Name Function A TV ?/1 Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at (on/standby) the same time to turn the TV on or off. AV ?/1 Press to turn on or off the Sony (on/standby) audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. If you press ?/1 (B) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other components (SYSTEM STANDBY). Note The function of the AV ?/1 switch changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (C). B ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or (on/standby) off.
Function Name Function Press TV CH +/– and TV (M) at the same time to select preset TV channels. O RETURN/ EXIT O Press to – return to the previous menu. – exit the menu while the menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player is displayed on the TV screen. Press RETURN/EXIT and TV (M) at the same time to return to the previous menu or exit the TV’s menu while the menu is displayed on the TV screen.
Name S >10/ Function x Press to select – track numbers over 10 of the VCR, satellite tuner or CD player. – channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. -/-- Press -/-- and TV (M) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV. CLEAR Press to clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button. 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 speakers Tip Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want. Installing the speakers on a flat surface Before you install the center speaker, surround speakers, surround back speaker and sub woofers, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibration or movement as shown in the illustration below.
Installing the speakers on the wall 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. Hook on the back of the speaker You can install your surround and surround back speakers on the wall. 1 4.6 mm Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hook on the back of each speaker as shown in the illustrations below. 10 mm more than 4 mm more than 25 mm 4.6 mm Notes 10 mm Hook on the back of the speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm.
2: Connecting speakers G A A VIDEO 2/BD IN A D B Getting Started DVD IN H F C C OUT HDMI Y PB/CB PR/CR VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SAT IN MONITOR L L R DVD IN SURROUND BACK VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO L L R R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SAT DVD VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER L R R FRONT SURROUND CENTER SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER jacksa) B C B B E C A Monaural audio cord (supplied) B Speaker cord (short) (supplied) C Speaker co
To connect the speaker correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the speakers. Character Speaker type on speaker label Location of speaker label L Front left Rear panel R Front right Rear panel SL Surround left Rear panel SR Surround right Rear panel SB Surround back Rear panel *The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any character on the speaker label. For details on the speaker type, see page 3.
3a: Connecting the audio components Getting Started Connecting a Super Audio CD/CD player or CD recorder The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder. After connecting your Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder, proceed to “3b: Connecting the video components” (page 20) or “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 29).
3b: Connecting the video components How to hook up your components Video input/output jack to be connected This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 29). The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows.
HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. DVD player Audio signals Blu-ray disc player Audio/video signals B Audio/video signals A TV, projector, etc.
If you connect a Blu-ray disc player Notes on digital audio signals connection • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 2 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your Bluray disc player. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 69). • You can also rename the VIDEO 2 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 67).
Notes Connecting a TV The image from a visual component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect video cords according to the jacks of your components. Tips • You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. • To output the sound of the TV from the speakers connected to the receiver, be sure to – connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the TV IN jack of the receiver.
Note Connecting a DVD player/DVD recorder 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 and DVD recorder. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.
Connecting a DVD recorder Getting Started DVD recorder Audio signals A Video signals A B B C DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN SAT IN OUT HDMI Y AM VIDEO 2/ BD IN PB/CB COAXIAL DVD IN PR/CR VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT DMPORT SAT IN MONITOR L L R OUT L R IN D-LIGHT SYNC OUT SA-CD/CD/CD-R R R IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SAT DVD VIDEO 1 SURROUND BACK VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT L L TV DVD IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER
Notes Connecting a satellite tuner/ set-top box • 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 set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. 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.
Getting Started Connecting components with analog video and audio jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc.
3c: Connecting the lighting device Notes Connecting a lighting device • The D-LIGHT SYNC Controller will send the control signal to the lighting device in order to make the lighting device reaction respectively with the music source. • The lighting effect may be different depending on the connected lighting device or the type of music being played back. The following illustration shows how to connect a lighting device.
4: Connecting the antennas Getting Started Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. AC power cord Setting the voltage selector If your receiver and sub woofer has 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.
Inserting batteries into the remote Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU013 (models of area code MX, E51, AR only) or RM-AAU015 (models of area code SP, AU, TH only) remote commander.
Notes 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • If the Muting function is on when we perform Auto Calibration, it will turn off automatically. (AUTO CALIBRATION) ?/1 MASTER VOLUME Optimizer microphone MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DISPLAY TUNING MODE INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR – TUNING + AUTO CAL AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER SUR BACK DIMMER SLEEP DECODING X-ROUND 2CH A.F.D.
Performing Auto Calibration ?/1 Measurement starts. The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. ?/1 switch Measurement for Display SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Input buttons SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DVD Environment noise level SA-CD/CD TUNER Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately* MUSIC AMP MENU AUTO CAL >10/ - 0/10 CLEAR 1 D.
Error and warning codes Error codes When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t blank display)a) t PUSH t blank display t ENTER a) Appears when there are more than one error code. To rectify the error 1 Record down the error code. 2 Press on the remote. 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error. For details, see “Error code and remedies” below.
Warning code and solution Explanation Solution WARN. 40 The environment Make sure the is noisy. environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. WARN. 50 The center speaker Be sure to connect is not connected. the center speaker. WARN. 51 The surround speakers are not connected. For details, refer “Front speaker distance” (page 49). d) For details, refer “Center speaker distance” (page 49). e) For details, refer “Surround left speaker distance” (page 49).
5 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance 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 t Surround left t Sub woofer (TEST TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. 6 Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 MUSIC AMP MENU 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ - 0/10 CLEAR 1 Tips D.
Selected input Components that can [Display] be played back Playback VIDEO 1 [VIDEO 1] Selecting a component Blu-ray disc recorder, etc., VIDEO 2 [VIDEO 2/BD]a) connected to the VIDEO 2 jack ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 1 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC AMP MENU AUTO CAL 7 8 >10/ - 0/10 CLEAR 9 D.TUNING D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU ENTER FM MODE Camcorder, video game, etc.
To avoid damaging your speakers Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level. To listen to the sub woofer Be sure to use the buttons on the sub woofer for this operation. 1 Press POWER. The POWER indicator lights up. 2 Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume. Set the volume level to suit your preference accordingly to the selected input as slight adjustments may enhance the sound. Note Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum as extraneous noise may be heard.
Listening/Watching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC 2 3 AMP MENU Playback TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME MULTI CHANNEL DECODING 4 7 AUTO CAL TUNING MODE D.TUNING – TUNING + 9 8 CLEAR D.
Watching a DVD TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER MUSIC 2 3 MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp ?/1 AMP MENU MASTER VOLUME MULTI CHANNEL DECODING 4 7 AUTO CAL TUNING MODE D.TUNING – TUNING + 9 8 CLEAR D.
To return to the previous display Press B. Amplifier Operations To exit the menu Navigating through menus Press AMP MENU. Note By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 Amplifier Operations 2CH Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. MUSIC AMP MENU 1 AUTO CAL 4 5 6 7 8 9 >10/ - 0/10 CLEAR D.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 41. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting LEVEL (44) [1-LEVEL] Test tonea) [T. TONE] T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting AUDIO (47) [5-AUDIO] Digital audio input decoding prioritya) [DEC. PRI.] DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 2, SAT; DEC. PCM for: DVD Digital broadcast language selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S DUAL M A.V.SYNC. N Amplifier Operations Synchronizes audio with video A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N outputa) [A.V. SYNC.] Naming inputsa) [NAME IN] VIDEO (48) [6-VIDEO]b) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT video assigna) [DMPORT V.
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 41) and “Overview of the menus” (page 42). LEVEL menu parameters x D. RANGE (Dynamic range compressor) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track.
Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level) (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 41) and “Overview of the menus” (page 42). SUR menu parameters x S.F. SELCT (Sound field selection) Lets you select the sound field you want.
Using the surround back decoding mode (SUR BACK DECODING) x SB ON To decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flaga), Dolby Digital EX is applied when the output channel is 6.1. Input stream Output Surround back channel decoding Dolby Digital 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital Surround EXb) 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS-ES Matrix 6.1c) 6.
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 41) and “Overview of the menus” (page 42). 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 select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. • DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. • DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output.
Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) SYSTEM menu parameters x FRT DIST. (Front speakers distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance as the average distance between the front speakers. Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround left speaker.
Tip The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 1.5 meter closer from the front speakers. Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meter closer. This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.
Tip Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 32). x DIMMER (Brightness of the display) Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps. 51GB Amplifier Operations Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical.
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. SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 A.F.D. MUSIC AMP MENU Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want. You can also use A.F.D. on the receiver. For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page 53).
Types of A.F.D. mode Decoding mode A.F.D. mode [Display] Multi channel audio after decoding Effect (Detecting automatically) A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO] (Detecting automatically) Performs the sound as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals. 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels.
Notes • DTS Neo:6 does not work for DTS 2CH audio, the sound is played as 2 channel. • Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. Tip When a multi channel signal is input, only Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective. When you select decoding modes other than Dolby Pro Logic IIx, multi channel sound (being encoded) is output.
Types of sound field available Sound field [Display] Effect Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio.
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.
Using only the front speakers and sub woofers (2CH STEREO) SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 MUSIC 2CH AMP MENU Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1,2 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DISPLAY TUNING MODE INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR – TUNING + AUTO CAL AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER DIMMER SLEEP SUR BACK DECODING X-ROUND 2CH A.F.D.
Automatic tuning Tuner Operations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 29). SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SA-CD/CD TUNER AUTO CAL The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 3.
4 In case of poor FM stereo reception If the FM stereo reception is poor and “ST” flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted. Press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator lights up on the display. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the display do not light up. Press ENTER. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. If you cannot tune in a station Make sure you have entered the right frequency.
3 Presetting radio stations You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. 4 Presetting radio stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number.
Using the controls on the receiver Tuning to preset stations 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SAT TV 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 or AM band. DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER 1 MUSIC 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select “PRESET T.”. 3 Turn TUNING +/– to select the preset station you want. AMP MENU AUTO CAL Numeric buttons 7 9 8 D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU ENTER FM MODE >10/ - 0/10 CLEAR Naming preset stations D.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”. 7 Press or b to enter the parameter. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” below. To create an index name 1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name. Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next position.
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) (Models of area code SP, AU, TH only) The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound from a network system such as a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the receiver. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can listen to the sound from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver. You can also view the images on the TV screen by connecting the video output of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the receiver. To view the images, proceed to “Watching a connected component through DMPORT connection” on page 65.
Listening to a connected component through DMPORT connection 1 6 Initial setting: –NONE The assignable composite video input are VIDEO 1, VIDEO 3, DVD and SAT inputs. Press DMPORT. You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”. 2 Start playback of the connected component. For example, select “–VIDEO 1”. When you press DMPORT, the images from the component connected to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN jack through DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter will appear on the TV screen.
Creating a party environment (X-ROUND) You can create a party environment by using X-ROUND to change the sound effect of your speakers. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Press X-ROUND MODE repeatedly to select the X-ROUND mode you want. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: X-WAVE t X-FADER t X-BAL t X-OFF Types of X-ROUND mode X-ROUND mode Effect X-WAVE Sound moves in circular motion (clockwise direction).
Naming inputs Changing the display 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. You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the button on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for.
Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: Recording using the receiver You can record from a audio/video component using the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component.
Recording onto a recording media You can record from a video component using the receiver. See the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. 1 Press one of the input buttons to select the playback component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Prepare the playback component for playing. Using the Remote Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system.
Categories and the corresponding buttons Categories Additional Information Press VCR (command mode VTR 3)a) 1 a) VCR (command mode VTR 2) 2 DVD player/DVD recorder (command mode DVD1)b) 3 DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)b) 4 CD player 5 Euro Digital Satellite Receiver 6 DVR 7 DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 8 Blu-ray disc player (command mode BD1) 9 Blu-ray disc recorder (command mode BD3) 0/10 TV -/-- a) Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm a
x Dolby Pro Logic II x DTS Neo:6 This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded audio into 5.1ch for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1ch surround sound. This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded audio for 6.1ch playback. There are two modes to select according to the playback source or your preference, CINEMA for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources such as music.
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.
If color irregularity is observed again... Place the speaker further away from the TV set. If howling occurs Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the receiver. Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
There is no sound from one of the front speakers. • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly.
The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE or MUSIC). • Sound fields do not function for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc.
Tuner Remote control The FM reception is poor. • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. 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.
If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 31). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver. If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
Video section Inputs Analog Sensitivity: 800 mV/50 kohms Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms Outputs (Analog) AUDIO OUT SUB WOOFER Voltage: 800 mV/10 kohms Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms 80 MHz HD Pass Through General Tone Gain levels Power requirements ±6 dB, 1 dB step Reproduction frequency range: 28 – 20,000 Hz FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.
• Center speaker (SS-CNP16) Power requirements Speaker system Area code Power requirements SP, TH 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz MX 127 V AC, 60 Hz E51 120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz AR 220 – 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz 2-way, 3 unit, magnetically shielded Speaker units Woofer: 100 mm, cone type × 2 Tweeter: 25 mm, horn type Enclosure type Bass reflex Rated Impedance 4 ohms Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.) 514 × 174 × 223 mm Mass (Approx.) 4.
Index Numerics H S 2 channel 57 2CH STEREO 57 6.1 channel 15 HDMI connecting 21 Satellite tuner connecting 26 Selecting component 37 sound field 54 Set-top box connecting 26 Sleep Timer 68 Sound fields resetting 57 selecting 54 Speakers connecting 17 installing 15 Sub woofer phase polarity 50 Super Audio CD player connecting 19 playback 39 Supplied accessories 79 SUR BACK DECODING 46 A AUTO CALIBRATION 32 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.
