3-097-352-11(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. Serial No. Model No.
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 Note for the supplied remote • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW990. In this manual, models of area code U is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CA only”. (RM-AAP017) The AUX button on the remote is not available for receiver operation.
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 4: Connecting the antennas..........................28 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....29 6: Selecting the speaker system ...................
Getting Started Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel 1 2 4 3 5 6 DISPLAY INPUT MODE 7 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AUTO CAL MUTING 9 8 VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN PHONES VIDEO qj qh L AUDIO R qg qf qd qs qa q; . Name Function Name Function A ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 29, 38, 39, 54).
Name Function K 2CH Press to select a sound field (page 49, 51, 54). A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC L TUNING +/– Press to scan a station (page 55, 58). M TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning mode (page 55, 58). N MEMORY/ ENTER Press to store a station or enter the selection when selecting the settings (page 29, 57). O VIDEO 3 IN/ PORTABLE AV IN jacks Connects to a camcorder or video game (page 27, 36).
About the indicators on the display SW 2 3 LFE SP A ; D SP B L C R SL S SR 4 5 6 ; PL II ; PL qf 7 8 OPT DTS COAX qd 9 MEMORY D.RANGE qs q; ST MONO qa Name Function Name Function A SW Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. G 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 L D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 41). M 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 59). N 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 Getting Started 1 DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN SAT IN VIDEO 2/BD 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 SAT IN MONITOR DMPORT DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO R L L L L R R R R L L L AUDIO OUT OUT IN SA-CD/CD/CD-R 6 IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN TV SAT DVD 5 VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER FRONT B 4 R FRONT A SPEAKERS R SURROUND CENTER 3 A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT sect
F ANTENNA section Remote commander FM ANTENNA jack Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver (page 28). AM ANTENNA terminals Connects to the AM loop antenna supplied with this receiver (page 28). * You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV (page 23). 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.
Name Function Function D RECEIVER Press to activate the receiver operation (page 40). E D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning mode. F AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto Calibration function. G Numeric buttons (number 5a)) Press to – preset/tune to preset stations. – select track numbers of the CD player, VCD player, LD player, DVD player, MD deck, DAT deck, or tape deck. Press 0/10 to select track number 10.
Name Function J OPTIONS TOOLS Press to display and select items from the option menus for DVD player or DVD/VHS COMBO. To display the options of Sony TV, press TV (wj) and then press OPTIONS TOOLS. K MENU Press to display the menus of the receiver, VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner, Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX, DVD/ VHS COMBO, or DVD/HDD COMBO on the TV screen. Then, use V/v/B/b and to perform menu operations. To display the menus of Sony TV, press TV (wj) and then press MENU. L .
Function Name Function O DVD TOP MENU Press to display the menu or on-screen guide of the DVD player on the TV screen. Then, use V/v/B/b and to perform menu operations. U After pressing RECEIVER (D), press MENU (K) for receiver operation, then press V/v/B /b to select the settings. After pressing DVD TOP MENU (O) or DVD MENU (O), press V/v/B/b to select the settings, and then press to enter the selection.
Name Function wj TV Press to light up the button. It changes the remote key function to activate the buttons with orange printing. It also activate the DISPLAY (I), OPTIONS TOOLS (J), MENU (K), RETURN/EXIT O (T), (U), and V/v/B/b (U) buttons to perform menu operations for Sony TVs only. wk RM SET UP Press to set up the remote. a) The number 5, TV CH +, PRESET + and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.
1: Installing speakers Installing the speakers on a flat surface Before you install the speakers and sub woofer, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibration or movement as shown in the illustration below. Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration Installing the speakers on the speaker stand For greater flexibility in positioning the speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-FV10D speaker stand (available only in certain countries).
Installing the speakers on the wall 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. Hook on the back of the speaker You can install your speakers on the wall. 1 3/16 inch (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. 13/32 inch (10 mm) more than 5/32 inch (4 mm) more than 1 inch (25 mm) 3/16 inch (4.6 mm) 13/32 inch (10 mm) Hook on the back of the speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the wall.
2: Connecting speakers A A DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN Getting Started F D B OUT HDMI Y PB/CB PR/CR VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN MONITOR SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO R L L L L L L L AUDIO OUT R R IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER FRONT B R FRONT A SPEAKERS R SURROUND CENTER SPEAKERS FRONT B terminalsa) B B E C A Monaural audio cord (supplied) B Speaker cord (supplied)b) AFront speaker A (Left)
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 * The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any character on the speaker label. For details on the speaker type, see page 3. Tip Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system’s performance.
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 audio component, proceed to “3b: Connecting the video components” (page 20) or “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 28).
3b: Connecting the video components How to connect your components Video input/output jack 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. After connecting all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 28). 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. Blu-ray disc player DVD player Audio signals Audio/video signals Audio signals B 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 “Programming the remote” (page 65). • 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 63).
Connecting a TV Getting Started 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 cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.
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 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.
Connecting a DVD recorder Getting Started DVD recorder Audio signals Video signals A B C DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN SAT IN VIDEO 2/BD 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 MONITOR DMPORT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO 1 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO R L L L L L L L AUDIO OUT R R OUT IN SA-CD/CD/CD-R R R IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN TV SAT DVD VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER FRONT B R FRONT A SPEAKERS
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 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.
Getting Started Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc.
4: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. AC power cord Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.
Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAP017 remote commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. 6: Selecting the speaker system You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) ?/1 MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
Notes ?/1 (AUTO CALIBRATION) MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR Optimizer microphone SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING 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 DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows: • Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level.
Performing Auto Calibration The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Measurement for ?/1 TV RM SET UP AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER SAT TV AUX DMPORT ?/1 switch RECEIVER 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0/10 AUTO CAL V B v RETURN/ EXIT MENU OPTIONS TOOLS .
Error and warning 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 RECEIVER. 3 4 5 6 The RECEIVER indicator lights up and receiver operation is activated. Press . Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
Warning codes and solutions Warning code Explanation Solution WARN. 40 The environment Make sure the is noisy. environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. 8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) WARN. 50 The center speaker Be sure to connect is not connected. the center speaker. You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. WARN. 51 The surround speakers are not connected. Tip Be sure to connect the surround speakers.
1 Press RECEIVER. 2 Press MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 3 Press menu. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE”. 5 Press or b to enter the parameter. 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. When a test tone is not output from the speakers • The speaker cords may not be connected securely. • The speaker cords may have the short-circuit problem.
Selected input Components that can [Display] be played back Playback VIDEO 1 [VIDEO 1] Selecting a component VIDEO 2 Blu-ray disc player, etc., [VIDEO 2/BD]* connected to the VIDEO 2/BD jack SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. 1 RECEIVER MOVIE MUSIC SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0/10 ENTER – /– – >10 GUIDE MEMORY DISPLAY VIDEO 3 [VIDEO 3/ PORTABLE AV]* 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 Playback 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 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.
Listening/Watching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD ?/1 TV RM SET UP AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER SAT TV AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. RECEIVER MOVIE 2 3 MUSIC ?/1 MASTER VOLUME SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL DISPLAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0/10 ENTER INPUT MODE 5 INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) AUTO CAL MIC – /– – >10 GUIDE MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
Watching a DVD ?/1 TV RM SET UP AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER SAT TV AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. RECEIVER MOVIE MUSIC ?/1 MASTER VOLUME SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL DISPLAY 1 2 INPUT MODE 3 7 INPUT SELECTOR 4 5 6 7 8 9 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) – /– – AUTO CAL MIC CLEAR 0/10 MEMORY/ ENTER ENTER >10 GUIDE MEMORY DISPLAY TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D.
Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus TV AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. Press or b to enter the parameter. 7 Press V/v repeatedly to select the setting you want. The setting is entered automatically. By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. SAT 6 8 Repeat steps 3 to 7 when you want to make other settings. SA-CD/CD TUNER RECEIVER MOVIE 1 MUSIC To return to the previous display Press B. SLEEP FM MODE D.
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] a) Settings Initial setting T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T. TONE N Front speaker balance [FRT BAL] 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 45) 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 Synchronizes audio with video outputa) [A.V. SYNC.] A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N A.V.SYNC.
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 tone (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).
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 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 speaker (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. B A 30˚ 100˚-120˚ C 30˚ A 100˚-120˚ D x CNT DIST. (Center speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround right speaker.
x SUR POS. (Surround speaker position) Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes (page 52). Tip Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical.
Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 31). 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. TV AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D.
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) 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 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 channel.
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. TV DMPORT SA-CD/CD TUNER 2CH A.F.D. RECEIVER MOVIE Enjoying Surround Sound SAT AUX MUSIC 2CH MUSIC SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL A.F.D.
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.
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 woofer (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and the sub woofer. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer. When standard 2 channel stereo sources are input, the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front channel bass frequencies will be output from the sub woofer.
Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 28). 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 3. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Direct tuning Presetting radio stations You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SA-CD/CD TUNER SAT TV AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. 3 2 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0/10 – /– – 1 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 3 4 >10 Presetting radio stations MUSIC SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL 1 1 RECEIVER MOVIE You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.
2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 55) or Direct Tuning (page 56). Tuning to preset stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 55). 3 Press MEMORY. 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. 4 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. DMPORT 2CH A.F.D.
Using the controls on the receiver Naming preset stations 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER AUX DMPORT 2CH A.F.D. RECEIVER “PRESET T.”. 3 Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. MOVIE MUSIC 1 3 SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0/10 – /– – >10 GUIDE ENTER MEMORY DISPLAY V 5-8 B B v 1 RETURN/ EXIT MENU OPTIONS TOOLS .
8 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 Other Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) 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. If you made a mistake Press B/b until the character you want to change flashes, then press V/v to select the correct character.
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) 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. Notes • Do not connect an adapter other than 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 62.
Listening to a connected component through DMPORT connection 1 7 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.
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 buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Press one of the input buttons 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. Recording using the receiver Recording onto a CD-R Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: You can record onto a CD-R using the receiver. See the operating instructions supplied with your CD recorder. 2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 1 t OFF Press one of the input buttons to select the playback 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. For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR. 3 Prepare the recording component.
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. 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other components. Notes • The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed. • In step 2, if several input buttons are pressed, only the last pressed button is valid. • In step 2, if you press TUNER, you can only program the button to control a tuner (page 70).
To control a CD player To control an LD player Maker Code(s) Maker Code(s) SONY 101, 102, 103 SONY 601, 602, 603 DENON 104, 123 PIONEER 606 JVC 105, 106, 107 KENWOOD 108, 109, 110 To control a video CD player MAGNAVOX 111, 116 Maker Code(s) MARANTZ 116 SONY 605 ONKYO 112, 113, 114 PANASONIC 115 PHILIPS 116 PIONEER 117 TECHNICS 115, 118, 119 YAMAHA 120, 121, 122 To control a VCR Maker Code(s) SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706 AIWA* 710, 750, 757, 758 707, 708, 709,
To control a DVD player To control a TV Maker Code(s) Maker Code(s) SONY 401, 402, 403 SONY 501, 502 BROKSONIC 424 AIWA 536, 539, 501 DENON 405 AKAI 503 HITACHI 416 AOC 503 JVC 415, 423 CENTURION 566 MITSUBISHI 419 CORONADO 517 ORITRON 417 CURTIS-MATHES 503, 551, 566, 567 PANASONIC 406, 408, 425 DAYTRON 517, 566 PHILIPS 407 DAEWOO PIONEER 409, 410 504, 505, 506, 507, 515, 544 RCA 414 FISHER 508, 545 416, 422 FUNAI 548 TOSHIBA 404, 421 FUJITSU 528 ZENITH
Maker Code(s) To control a satellite tuner RADIO SHACK 503, 510, 527, 565, 567 Maker Code(s) SONY 801, 802, 803, 804, 824, 825, 865 AMSTRAD 845, 846 BskyB 862 GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) 866 RCA/PROSCAN 510, 523, 529, 544, 503 SAMSUNG 503, 515, 531, 532, 534, 544, 556, 557, 517, 562, 563, 566, 569 SAMPO 566 GRUNDIG 859, 860 SABA 547, 537, 549, 558, 530 HUMAX 846, 847 THOMSON 857, 861, 864 SANYO 508, 545, 546, 560, 567 PACE 848, 849, 850, 852, 862, 863, 864 SCOTT 503, 566 PANASON
To control a tuner Maker Code(s) SONY 002, 005 To control a Blu-ray disc recorder Maker Code(s) SONY 310, 311, 312 To control a PSX Maker Code(s) SONY 313, 314, 315 To control a DVD/VHS COMBO Maker Code(s) SONY 411 To control a DVD/HDD COMBO Maker Code(s) SONY 403 Additional Information Glossary x Component video A format for transmitting video signal information consisting of three separate signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and chrominance Pr.
x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic) Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround information is matrixed into two stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in 4 channel surround sound. This is the most common audio processing method for DVD video. x DTS Digital Surround Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction.
On placement • Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. • Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock. • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck.
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 analog 2 channel sources.
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 10 feet 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 speakers. • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 52).
Tuner Remote commander 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 29). 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.
Reproduction frequency range: 28 – 20,000 Hz FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range Models of area code U, CA With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,710 kHz3) With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,710 kHz3) Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency 450 kHz 3) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver.
• Sub woofer (SA-WP780) Supplied speakers AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS Front speakers (2) Center speaker (1) Surround speakers (2) Sub woofer (1) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (Models of area code U only) With 6 ohm loads, from 28 – 200 Hz; rated 120 watts, minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Index Numerics I T 2CH STEREO 54 5.1 channel 15 Initial setup 29 INPUT MODE 59 A M AUTO CALIBRATION 31 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 49 Menu A.
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