masterpage:Right lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB02REG_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 2 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit 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.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB02REG_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 3 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM About area codes About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-SL800, HT-SL700, HT-SL600 and HT-SL500. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, HT-SL500 models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB01COV_HT-SL800-CELTOC.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 4 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 5 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 6 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to E) (not supplied unless indicated).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 7 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM . 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Getting Started Hooking up a DVD player or satellite tuner For details on the required cords (A–E), see page 6. 1 Connect the audio jacks.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 8 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 2 Connect the video jacks.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 9 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks If you connect your TV to the MONITOR OUT jack, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 18). For details on the required cords (A–E), see page 6.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 10 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 2: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 11 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 3: Connecting speakers Example of 5.1 channel speaker system configuration HT-SL800/HT-SL700 only Getting Started Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 12 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Required cords A Speaker cords (supplied) B Monaural audio cord (supplied) The connector and the colour tube of the speaker cords are the same colour as the speaker terminal to be connected.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 13 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Tips To change the speaker cord If you want to change the speaker cord, you can detach the supplied speaker cord from the connector. 1 Make sure that the catcher is facing the flat surface.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 14 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 4: Connecting the AC power cord 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.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 15 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM x 5: Setting up the speakers 1 2 3 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select “ SET UP ”. x Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust. Initial setting: 3.0 m Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 16 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM x SR SL PL. XXXX (Surround speaker placement) Lets you specify the height of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 25).
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB03CON_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 17 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Getting Started 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance — TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Press TEST TONE. “T.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 18 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Listening to FM/AM radio Amplifier Operation Selecting the component 1 2 Press INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the component you want to use. To select the Light up VCR VIDEO DVD player DVD Satellite tuner TV/SAT Tip The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 19 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Direct tuning You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly. Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. The last received station is tuned in. 2 3 Press D.TUNING. Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 20 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM 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. Tuning to preset stations 1 The last received station is tuned in. 2 Presetting radio stations 1 2 3 “MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 21 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Notes Using the Radio Data System (RDS) Notes • RDS is operable only for FM stations. • Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same types of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 22 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Program type indication Description PHONE IN Programs where members of the public express their views by phone or in a public forum TRAVEL Programs about travel. Not for announcements that are located by TP/TA LEISURE Programs on recreational activities such as gardening, fishing, cooking, etc.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB04BSC_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 23 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM About the indications in the display 1 2 3 4 q; L C R SL S SR ST MEMORY MONO D.RANGE RDS OPT COAX 9 8 7 6 A ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. H OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPT terminal.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB05SND_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 24 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Enjoying Surround Sound 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 sub woofer only. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB05SND_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 25 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode) Press ; PL/PLII repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode. The selected type of decoding appears in the display. x DOLBY PL (PRO LOGIC) You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB05SND_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 26 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM x C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS 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.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB06ADV_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 27 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM LEVEL menu parameters Advanced Adjustments and Settings Customizing sound fields By adjusting the LEVEL menu, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Note on the displayed items Adjusting the LEVEL menu You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB06ADV_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 28 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn off the power. While holding down SOUND FIELD, press ?/1. “SF. CLR.” appears in the display and all sound fields are reset to the initial setting.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB06ADV_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 29 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Advanced settings For details, see “SET UP menu parameters” below. x DUAL XXX (Digital broadcast language selection) You can adjust various receiver settings using the SET UP menu. 2 3 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select “ SET UP ”. Press or repeatedly to select the setting you want.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB070TH_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 30 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Other Operations Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. 1 2 Press ALT to light up the button. Press SLEEP while the power is on.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB08REM_HTSL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 31 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Operations Using the Remote RM-U700 You can use the remote RM-U700 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\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB08REM_HTSL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 32 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Remote Button Operations Function Remote Button ANGLE 6 DVD player Selects viewing angle or changes the angles. ANT 8 Selects output signal from the antenna terminal: TV signal or VCR program. ENTER qa Receiver/ Enters the selection.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB08REM_HTSL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 33 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Operations Function Remote Button Operations Function SHIFT wd Receiver Selects a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations. TV/VIDEO qh TV Selects input signal: TV input or video input. TV VOL +/– qs TV Adjusts the volume of the TV.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB08REM_HTSL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 34 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM Remote Button Operations Function ./> VCR/ 7 CD player/ DVD player Skips tracks. m/M 8 CD player/ DVD player Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction. VCR Fastforwards or rewinds. VCR/ CD player/ DVD player Starts playblack. VCR/ CD player/ DVD player Pauses playblack or record.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB09ADD_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 35 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB09ADD_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 36 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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 or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely and correctly.
lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB09ADD_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 37 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB09ADD_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 38 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 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.
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Data_HTSL800_REV\J9040472_4254753121SL800GB\4254753121\GB09ADD_HT-SL800-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right-3 (3 column) GB01COV_HT-SL800-CEL.book Page 41 Friday, June 18, 2004 5:04 PM List of button locations and reference pages How to use pages 41 and 42 Use this page to find the location of buttons that are mentioned in the text.
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