masterpage:Right lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.fm] GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 2-342-216-14(1) 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.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB02REG_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 2 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB02REG_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 3 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW670. Check your receiver’s model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U TOC.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 4 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Table of Contents Getting Started 1: Check how to hookup your components....................................... 5 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks ........... 7 1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks ...................... 9 2: Connecting the antennas ...................
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 5 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Getting Started Steps 1a through 1b beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Connectable components” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “2: Connecting the antennas” (page 10).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 6 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to C) (not supplied unless indicated).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 7 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM . 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Getting Started Hooking up a DVD player For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 8 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 9 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks Getting Started For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 10 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 2: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 11 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 3: Connecting speakers Example of 5.1 channel speaker system configuration Center speaker Getting Started Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system.
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 13 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Notes Installing the speakers on the wall 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. Getting Started You can install your front and surround speakers on the wall. • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 14 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Performing initial setup operations 4: Connecting the AC power cord Setting the voltage selector If your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 15 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker. You can use the SET UP menu to set the distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 16 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 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 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB03CON_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 17 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Getting Started 6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance — TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Use the remote for the operation. Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 18 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM To use the headphones Amplifier Operation Selecting the component 1 Press input buttons to select the input. To select the Press VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 Satellite tuner VIDEO 2 DVD player DVD Super Audio CD or CD player SA-CD/CD Built-in tuner (FM/AM) FM or AM Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 19 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Listening to FM/AM radio You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly. Use the remote for the operation. 1 The last received station is tuned in. Tip The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 3.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 20 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Storing FM stations automatically — AUTOBETICAL Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 21 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Tuning to preset stations 1 The last received station is tuned in. Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follows: tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T tC0y...
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 22 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Notes • If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the display. • When the message consists of 9 characters or more, the message scrolls across the display. • If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”) appears in the display.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 23 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Changing the display Amplifier Operation Changing the information in the display You can check the sound field etc. by changing the information in the display. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB04BSC_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 24 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM About the indications in the display 1 2 3 SW LFE SP L C R SL S SR 4 5 6 ; PRO LOGIC II DTS SLEEP OPT COAX 7 ; DIGITAL qa q; 9 D.RANGE RDS MEMORY STEREO MONO 8 qs A SW: Lights up when audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. H D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 29).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB05SND_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 25 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers and sub woofer — 2CH STEREO Press 2CH. “2CH ST.” appears in the display and the receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode. — AUTO FORMAT DIRECT The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to select the decoding mode you want for your audio sound. A.F.D.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB05SND_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 26 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode) This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II; or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB05SND_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 27 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM x C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS x CONCERT (LIVE CONCERT) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack. Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB06ADV_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 28 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Advanced Adjustments and Settings Switching the audio input mode for digital components — INPUT MODE You can switch the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks. 1 2 Press input buttons to select the input. Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select the audio input mode.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB06ADV_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 29 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM x CTR XXX dB (Center speaker level) x SUR.L. XXX dB (Surround speaker (left) level) x SUR.R. XXX dB (Surround speaker (right) level) x S.W. XXX dB (Sub woofer level) x Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn off the power. While holding down 2CH, press ?/1. “SF. CLR.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB06ADV_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 30 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Adjusting the tone You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of the front speakers using the TONE menu. 1 2 3 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.). Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select “ TONE ”.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB06ADV_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 31 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM x DEC. XXXX (Digital audio input decoding priority) Advanced Adjustments and Settings Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks. • AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB070TH_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 32 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Other Operations Naming preset stations and inputs Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Use the remote for the operation. Press SLEEP while the power is on.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB08REM_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 33 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Operations Using the Remote RM-AAU002 You can use the remote RM-AAU002 to operate the components in your system. Before you use your remote Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB08REM_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 34 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM The tables below show the settings of each button. Remote Button Operations Remote Button ENTER wl Receiver/ Enters the selection. VCR/ DVD player/ Satellite tuner/ CD player/ MD deck FM MODE 9 Receiver JUMP qs Satellite tuner Toggles between the previous and the current channels.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB08REM_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 35 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Remote Button Operations Function Remote Button Operations Function SLEEP el Receiver Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically. 1-9 and 0/10 es Receiver SUBTITLE 0 DVD player Changes the subtitles.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB08REM_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 36 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM . Remote Button Operations Function X ws VCR/ CD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ Tape deck Pauses playback or recording. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.) x w; VCR/ CD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ Tape deck Stops playback. O wj DVD player Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 37 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources If color irregularity is observed...
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 38 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack). • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 28).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 39 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM 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.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 40 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 14). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 41 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Models of area code AU (6 ohms 120 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) FRONT2): 40 W/ch 40 W CENTER2): SURR2): 40 W/ch (6 ohms 100 Hz, THD 0.09%) 40 W SUB WOOFER2): (6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) FRONT2): 50 W/ch 50 W CENTER2): SURR2): 50 W/ch (6 ohms 100 Hz, THD 0.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 42 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.2 W Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430 × 145 × 301.5 mm (17 × 5 6/8 × 11 7/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 6.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision Data\J9050000_2342216141DDW670_GB\2342216141\GB09ADD_HT-DDW670-U.fm] masterpage:Right-3 (3 column) GB01COV_HT-DDW670-U.book Page 43 Wednesday, July 13, 2005 1:45 PM List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons that are mentioned in the text. Illustration number r DISPLAY 2 (21, 23, 39) R Name of button/part R Reference page Main unit I-O ALPHABETICAL ORDER A.F.D.
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