4-287-968-11(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia STR-DA3700ES
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DA3700ES (the receiver). Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • The instructions in this manual describe mostly the operation of the receiver with the supplied remote control. You can also use the buttons or knobs on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control. The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
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Main features of the receiver Compatible with a variety of connections and formats Feature Description Multi-channel The receiver can output up to 7.1 channels. 22, 24 The receiver is equipped with speaker terminals for the front height channel. Compatible with various The receiver is compatible with various audio formats, such as standards Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD, multi-channel Linear PCM, FLAC, etc.
Useful functions Feature Description Page Easy and accessible operations The receiver is equipped with a GUI (Graphical User Interface). 48 You can operate the receiver intuitively using a menu displayed on the TV screen. You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily using the Easy 45 Setup. A remote control for operating connected equipment and the Multi-zone function is supplied with the receiver.
Table of Contents Main features of the receiver ........................6 Description and location of parts ................10 Getting Started Read the following before you connect any equipment ..............................................19 1: Installing speakers ..................................22 2: Connecting the monitor ..........................26 3: Connecting the video equipment ............28 4: Connecting the audio equipment ............37 5: Connecting to the network .....................
Using the sleep timer .................................. 86 Recording using the receiver ...................... 87 Switching the command mode of the receiver and the remote control .......................... 87 Using a bi-amplifier connection ................. 89 Adjusting Settings Using the setting menu ............................... 90 Easy Setup .................................................. 93 Speaker Settings ......................................... 93 Audio Settings ............................
Description and location of parts Front panel To remove the cover Press PUSH. When you remove the cover, keep it out of reach from children. A ?/1 ON/STANDBY Press to turn the receiver on or off. When the power is on, the lamp above the button lights up in green. If “Control for HDMI” (page 103), “Pass Through” (page 103), or “Network Standby” (page 105) is set to “On,” or the power for zone 2 is turned on, the lamp above the button lights up in amber when in the standby mode.
K DISPLAY MODE (page 116) L 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/ HD-D.C.S., MUSIC (page 67, 67, 68, 70) M INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select the input source to play back. To select the input source for zone 2, press ZONE SELECT (7) to select zone 2 first (“ZONE 2 [input name]” appears on the display window), then turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the input source. N AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 93) Connect the supplied optimizer microphone for “Auto Calibration” to the this jack.
Indicators on the display A SW Lights up when subwoofer(s) is (are) connected and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack(s). B Dolby Pro Logic indicator Lights up with one of the respective indicators when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. ;PL Dolby Pro Logic ;PLII Dolby Pro Logic II ;PLIIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx ;PLIIz Dolby Pro Logic IIz C INPUT indicator Lights up to indicate the current input.
LH Left High RH Right High SL Surround Left SR Surround Right S Surround (monaural or the surround equipment obtained by Pro Logic processing) SBL Surround Back Left SBR Surround Back Right SB Surround Back (the surround back equipment obtained by 6.1 channel decoding) Example: Recording format: 5.1 Speaker pattern: 3/0.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. Auto H LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) channel.
W LPCM Lights up when Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signals are input.
Rear panel A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN jacks (page 26, 30, 32, 39) COAXIAL IN jacks (page 29, 37) HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 26, 28, 30, 32) B ANTENNA section TRIGGER OUT jacks (page 106) Connect to interlock on/off of the power supply of other 12V TRIGGER compliant equipment, or the amplifier/receiver of zone 2. E LAN ports (switching hubs) (page 42) AM ANTENNA jack (page 40) FM ANTENNA jack (page 40) C RS232C port Used for maintenance and service.
G VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section (page 26, 29, 30, 32, 34) AUDIO IN/OUT jacks VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks AUDIO OUT jacks VIDEO OUT jack (page 74) H COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ OUTPUT section (page 26, 29, 32) Y, PB, PR IN/OUT* jacks I SPEAKERS section (page 24) * You must connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 26). 16US Remote control (RM-AAL041) Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment.
A ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn the receiver on or off. B AV ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn on or off the video/audio equipment that the remote is assigned to operate. C ZONE (page 74) D AMP Press to enable the receiver operation for main zone. E TV INPUT Press TV (ws), then press TV INPUT to select the input signal of a TV. F GUIDE Press SHIFT (wd), then press GUIDE to display the on-screen program guide. G D.TUNING (page 58, 63) Press SHIFT (wd), then press to enter direct tuning mode.
Y Numeric buttons Press SHIFT (wd), then press to input numbers. Press TV (ws), then press to select channel numbers of the TV. Z -/-Press SHIFT (wd), then press to – select track numbers over 10 of the CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, or MD deck. – select channel numbers over 10 of the TV, Satellite tuner or the VCR. wj NETFLIX Press to go to the home page of the Netflix service. Netflix unlimited membership required.
Read the following before you connect any equipment Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Installing Speakers See “1: Installing speakers” (page 22). v Connecting the monitor and video equipment The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the illustration on the right. Select the connection according to the jacks on your equipment. The receiver has a video conversion function. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 20).
Function for conversion of video signals This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. • Composite video signals can be output as HDMI video and component video signals. • Component video signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals. As the factory default setting, video signals input from the connected equipment are output to the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks as shown in the table below.
Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Getting Started Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks of the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format Maximum number of channels Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI 5.1ch a a 6.1ch a a 7.1ch × a 7.1ch × a 5.1ch a a 6.1ch a a 5.1ch a a 7.1ch × a 7.1ch × a 5.1ch × a 7.
1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use up to a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer). Examples of speaker system configuration 7.1 channel speaker system using front high speakers You can enjoy vertical sound effects (e.g., Pro Logic IIz mode). AFront left speaker BFront right speaker CCenter speaker DSurround left speaker ESurround right speaker HLeft high speaker IRight high speaker JSubwoofer 5.1 channel speaker system 7.
Getting Started • If you cannot place the speakers at the optimum angle, separate the surround speakers and the surround back speakers adequately and arrange them as symmetrically as possible. • Install the front high speakers at a position as near as possible to the wall in front of the seating position and behind the speakers. The position should be at an angle of 25 to 30 degrees and at a height of 180 to 200 cm (190 cm is recommended).
Connecting speakers Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
4) Getting Started You can connect both the surround back speakers and the front high speakers. However, sound cannot be output from the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously. You can set whether or not to output sound from the front high speakers using “Sound Field Mode” (page 71). However, “Sound Field Mode” may not work, depending on the sound field setting or input signals.
2: Connecting the monitor You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface). TV monitor with an HDMI jack Audio signals Video signals If you connect the receiver to an Audio Return Channel (ARC)-compatible TV’s HDMI jack via an HDMI cable, this connection is not necessary.
Getting Started A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
3: Connecting the video equipment Connections required for watching content recorded on a Blu-ray Disc or DVDs To connect equipment with HDMI jacks If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 29. DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player Video/audio signals A * A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. * You can connect any equipment with HDMI output jacks to the HDMI IN jacks of the receiver.
To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. Getting Started Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD player Audio signals Video signals or A or B C D * A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied) * When you connect equipment with an optical digital jack, set “Audio Input Assign” in the Input Settings menu (page 82).
Connections required for playing video games PlayStation 3 (video game with an HDMI jack) Video/audio signals A * B C Audio signals D Video signals or Video game without an HDMI jack It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. * When you connect equipment with an optical digital jack, set “Audio Input Assign” in the Input Settings menu (page 82).
Video game type Getting Started A HDMI cable (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) Required cable (cord) Video Audio HDMI equipped* A – Non-HDMI equipped D B or C** * You can output the video game’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only by connecting the video game with an HDMI cable.
Connections required for watching programs via satellite broadcasting or via a cable TV Satellite tuner, Cable box with an HDMI jack Video/audio signals A * B C Audio signals D E Video signals or or Satellite tuner, Cable box without an HDMI jack It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. * When you connect equipment with an optical digital jack, set “Audio Input Assign” in the Input Settings menu (page 82).
Satellite tuner/cable box type Required cable (cord) Video Audio HDMI equipped* A – Non-HDMI equipped E or D B or C** Getting Started A HDMI cable (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E Component video (not supplied) * You can output the satellite tuner/cable box’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only by connecting the satellite tuner/cable box with an HDMI cable.
Connections required for watching content recorded on video tapes VCR Audio signals Video signals A A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) 34US B
Connections required for watching content via a camcorder Getting Started B To the VIDEO 2 IN jacks A Video/audio signals Camcorder without an HDMI jack Camcorder with an HDMI jack A Video/audio cord (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied) 35US
HDMI features • A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, DSD, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 21). • Analog video signals input to the VIDEO jack, or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals. Audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jacks while the image is converted.
4: Connecting the audio equipment It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. CD player, Super Audio CD player or A B A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. The COAXIAL IN jack is also compatible with 192 kHz sampling frequency.
Note on playing a Super Audio CD on a Super Audio CD player No sound is output when playing a Super Audio CD on a Super Audio CD player connected to only the COAXIAL SA-CD/CD IN jack on this receiver. When you play a Super Audio CD, connect the player to the SACD/CD IN jacks, or connect a player which can output DSD signals from the HDMI jack to the receiver using an HDMI cable. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. MD deck, Tape deck or A B A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) Notes • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
Connections required for listening to the radio AM loop antenna (aerial) (supplied) FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Getting Started 5: Connecting to the network If you have an Internet connection, you can connect this receiver to the Internet as well, through the wired LAN connection. System requirements The following system environment is required to use the network function of the receiver. A Broadband line connection A Broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to enjoy Internet video or to use the software update function of the receiver.
Configuration example The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a computer. We recommend that you use a wired connection. Computer Internet Modem Router LAN cable (not supplied) Note Connect a router to one among ports 1 to 4 of the receiver using only one LAN cable. Do not connect the same router to the receiver using more than one LAN cable. It may cause a malfunction.
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN terminal on the receiver firmly, then connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. AC IN terminal You can also turn on the receiver using ?/1 on the remote control. When you turn off the receiver, press ?/1 again. “STANDBY” flashes on the display window. Do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) while “STANDBY” is flashing.
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down the TONE MODE and 2CH/A.DIRECT, press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 3 Release the TONE MODE and 2CH/A.DIRECT after a few seconds. The “CLEARING” appears on the display window for a while, then changes to “CLEARED !” Changes or adjustments made to the settings are now reset to the defaults. Note It takes about one minute for the memory to be cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until “CLEARED !” appears on the display.
Notes You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily by operating the receiver in accordance with the instructions on the TV screen. Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected. When you turn on the receiver for the first time, the EULA screen appears on the TV screen*. Agree to the EULA to proceed to the Easy Setup screen, then set up the receiver in accordance with the instructions on the Easy Setup screen. You can set up the following functions using the Easy Setup.
Set “Speaker Impedance” to “4 Ω” in the Speaker Settings menu. To select the front speakers You can select the front speakers you want to drive. SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) Press SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to drive. You can confirm which set of terminals (A or B) are selected by checking the indicators in the display window. Indicators Selected speakers SP A The speakers connected to the FRONT A terminals.
9: Preparing a computer to use as a server To output multi-channel digital audio, check the digital audio output setting on the connected equipment. For a Sony Blu-ray Disc Player, check that “Audio (HDMI),” “DSD Output Mode,” “Dolby Digital,” and “DTS” are set to “Auto,” “On,” “Dolby Digital,” and “DTS,” respectively (as of September 1, 2011).
Using the menu Guide to on-screen display operation You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing V/v/B/b and on the remote control. 1 Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected. 2 Press HOME. The home menu is displayed on the TV screen. 3 Press B/b repeatedly to select the menu you want, then press to enter the menu mode. The menu item list appears on the TV screen.
Overview of the main menus Description Watch Selects the video or photo source to be input to the receiver, or the video or photo content to be delivered via Internet video or a home network (page 50). Listen Selects the music source to be input to the receiver, or the music content to be delivered via Internet video or a home network (page 50). Favorites Displays the Internet content added to the Favorites List. You can save up to 18 favorite Internet content items (page 54).
4 Enjoying images/sound Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume. Tips Enjoying images/sound from the connected equipment You can adjust the volume differently using the MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or the MASTER VOL +/– button on the remote control. • To turn the volume up or down quickly – Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob quickly. – Press and hold the MASTER VOL +/– button. • To make fine adjustment – Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob slowly. – Press the MASTER VOL +/– button and release it immediately.
Notes USB Device/WALKMAN 1 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device before connecting. USB device 2 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 3 Select “My Video,” “My Music,” or “My Photo,” then press . Note If no picture is output, change the setting for “Playback Resolution” (page 101). 4 Select “USB Device,” then press . The folders and video/music/photo files are listed on the TV screen.
4 iPhone/iPod Select “iPod (front),” then press . You can enjoy the music/video/photo and charge the battery of an iPhone/iPod via the receiver. For details on the compatible iPhone/iPod models with this function, see page 56. The video/music files are listed on the TV screen. If you select “iPod (front)” on “My Photo,” select a photo file using the controls on the iPhone/iPod (you do not need to proceed to step 5). Note You cannot use headphones during playback.
DLNA Internet video You can play video/music/photo files on other DLNA-certified devices by connecting them to your home network. You can play back a variety of Internet content using the receiver. Select “Watch” or “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “My Video,” “My Music,” or “My Photo,” then press . Note 1 Connect the receiver to a network (page 41). 2 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from the home menu, then press .
B Playing status bar Status bar, cursor indicating the current position, playing time, duration of the video file C Network condition indicator D Network transmission speed E The next video file name F The currently selected video file name Registering your favorite content You can register your favorite Internet content in “Favorites List.” 1 Display the Internet content screen. 2 Select an Internet content provider icon you want to register in Favorites List, then press TOOLS/OPTIONS.
SIRIUS You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 40). You can listen to the satellite radio. Before operation, make sure you have connected a satellite radio tuner to the receiver and prepare to listen to the satellite radio (page 61, 61). 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “FM/AM,” then press 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press .
For “My Photo” Enjoying an iPhone/iPod Playing files on an iPhone/iPod Compatible iPhone/iPod models The compatible iPhone/iPod models are as follows. Update your iPhone/iPod with the latest software before using with the receiver.
Playing via a Network Playing files on a home network (DLNA) Preparations for using the DLNA function • Connect the receiver to your home network (page 41). • Prepare other DLNA-certified equipment. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the equipment. To play remote files by operating the receiver (Renderer) via a DLNA controller You can operate the receiver with a DLNA-certified controller, such as Windows Media® Player 12, when playing files stored on a DLNA server.
Tuning to a station automatically (Auto Tuning) Tuning Listening to FM/AM radio 1 Select the frequency indication on the FM/AM screen. 2 Press V/v. V scans from lower to higher frequency stations and v for scanning higher to lower. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received. SHIFT Numeric buttons D.TUNING In case of poor FM stereo reception 1 Tune in the station you want to listen to using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning (page 58), or select the preset station you want (page 59).
Tips • Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to an AM station. • The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below. – FM band 100 kHz – AM band 10 kHz* * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 60). If you cannot tune to a station “– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears and then the display returns to the current frequency. Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat step 2.
Changing the AM tuning scale You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz on the receiver. All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. ?/1 TUNING MODE 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver. 3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz). To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure above.
Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels that feature mature programming. Preparing to listen to the satellite radio To subscribe to a Sirius package, U.S. customers (including Puerto Rico) should visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-888-539-7474. Canadian customers should visit www.sirius.ca. All programming packages may not be available in Canada.
Checking receiving conditions (Antenna Aiming) 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 3 Select “SIRIUS,” then press Selecting a channel of the satellite radio . SHIFT Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. The option menu appears. 4 Select “Antenna Aiming,” then press . D.TUNING The Antenna Aiming screen appears. 5 While checking the quality of the reception, adjust the direction of the antenna to obtain the best reception. V/v/B/b, To exit the menu Press RETURN/EXIT O or HOME.
4 Select the channel, then press . The selected channel is being received. The channel information is displayed on the TV screen. Selecting a channel by inputting the channel number directly (Direct Tuning) Enter the channel number directly by using the numeric buttons on the remote control. This operation cannot be performed using the simple remote control. 1 V/v/B/b, Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press .
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset another channel. You can store channels from 1 to 30. SHIFT Selecting preset channels 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 3 Select “SIRIUS,” then press 4 Select the preset number from the preset list, then press . Numeric buttons . Select “Presets,” then press . You can select stored preset channels from 1 to 30. V/v/B/b, RETURN/ EXIT O TOOLS/ OPTIONS Note The channel information you have preset may be changed if Sirius XM Radio Inc.
To delete the numbers you have entered, go back to step 2 by pressing RETURN/ EXIT O, and then repeat the procedure above from step 2. 2 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. The option menu appears. 3 Select “Parental Lock,” then press . 4 Select “OFF,” then press To change the lock code (Lock Code) 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press 5 Press V/v/B/b and to select your 4- digit lock code. . 2 Select “SIRIUS,” then press . 3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. 4 Select “Lock Code,” then press .
Message list Message appears in GUI menu [Display window] Explanation Antenna Error [ANTENNA ERROR] The antenna is not connected properly. Check the connection between the SiriusConnect Home tuner and the antenna. Acquiring Signal [ACQUIRING] The receiving condition is not good. CALL 888-539-SIRI [CALL 888-539-SIRI] You have not subscribed for the selected — channel. Check Sirius Tuner [SR TUNER] The SiriusConnect Home tuner is not connected properly.
Enjoying Sound Effects Selecting the sound field 1 Select “Sound Effects,” from the home menu, then press 2 Select “Sound Field,” then press . 3 Select the sound field you want. . Playing back with 2-channel sound You can switch the output sound to 2-channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver. Effect 2ch Stereo The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only.
Enjoying a surround effect for movies 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 into your home. Sound field Effect HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is Sony’s new innovative home theater technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise response measurement data of a mastering studio. With HD-D.C.S.
About the effect type for HDD.C.S. HD-D.C.S. has three different types: Dynamic, Theater, and Studio. Each type has different reflection and reverberation sound mixture levels and is optimized to match a listener’s room uniqueness, taste and mood. x Dynamic The “Dynamic” setting is suitable for an environment which is reverberant but lacks a spacious feeling (where sound absorption is not sufficient).
Enjoying a surround effect for music 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 concert halls into your home. Sound field Effect Berlin Philharmonic Hall Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Berlin Philharmonic Hall. Also works automatically in conjunction with reception of the “The Berliner Philharmoniker’s Digital Concert Hall” Internet service.
About the gain level for PLIIz Height You can adjust the gain level of the front height channels for Pro Logic IIz mode (common for movie and music). x Low No gain will be applied. x Mid +3 dB will be applied (factory default setting). x High +5 dB will be applied. Sound Field Mode • You cannot select “2ch Analog Direct” when you play back content via a USB device, a home network, or Internet video. • “Multi Stereo” does not work when multichannel audio signals are being received.
Using the Sound Optimizer function Adjusting the equalizer The Sound Optimizer function imparts a sense of presence and intensity of sound to playback of high volume sound, regardless of the volume level of the receiver. You can enjoy clear and dynamic sound even at a low volume, for examples, at night. The optimum effect to suit your environment is obtained by taking advantage of the “Auto Calibration” function. 1 Select “Settings” from the home menu, then press .
Using the Advanced Auto Volume function You can adjust the volume appropriate to each type of content automatically. This function is useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV programs. 1 Select “Settings” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “Audio Settings,” then press . 3 Select “Advanced Auto Volume,” then press . 4 Select “On,” then press . Enjoying Sound Effects Notes • Be sure to reduce the volume level before you turn off this function.
Using Multi-zone Features What you can do with the Multi-zone function When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you can operate both an equipment in the main zone and Sony receiver in zone 2 from zone 2 using the remote control. Use an IR repeater when you install the receiver in a place where signals from the remote control cannot reach. You can enjoy images and sounds from an equipment connected to the receiver in a zone other than the main zone.
2 Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier. Main zone Zone 2 B TV monitor B STR-DA3700ES IR REMOTE IN C A ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT* ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT Remote control A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver * You can also connect to the ZONE 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack.
Setting the speakers in zone 2 When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ ZONE 2 terminals of the receiver (page 74), make the setting so that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from the speakers connected to the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ ZONE 2 terminals. For details, see “Speaker Connection” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 94). Set the volume control for zone 2 Parameter Explanation Fixed The volume control is fixed to ±0 dB.
1 Turn on the amplifier in zone 2. In the case of illustration 1-1 (page 74), skip this step. 2 Press ZONE. • You can select only the same channel from “SIRIUS” when listening in both the main zone and zone 2 simultaneously. Priority is given to the channel which has most recently been selected, even if a different channel has already been selected in one of the zones. The remote control switches to zone 2. 3 Press ?/1. The zone function is activated.
Notes Using Other Features Using “BRAVIA” Sync features What is “BRAVIA” Sync? “BRAVIA” Sync is the name of a function on Sony products that enables compatible equipment connected via HDMI cables to be operated mutually using the “BRAVIA” remote control. This mutual operation is enabled by the Control for HDMI function using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) standardized for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).
6 Note When you pull out the HDMI cable or change the connection, perform the steps above. However, you do not need to perform these steps when you use an HDMI IN 1, IN 2, or IN 3 jack. System Power-Off When you turn the TV off, using the power button on the TV’s remote control, the receiver and the connected equipment turn off automatically. You can also use the remote control to turn off the TV. Press TV, then press AV ?/1. The TV, receiver and connected equipment are turned off.
You can also operate this function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Notes • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” the “Audio Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set automatically based on the System Audio Control settings. • If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV will momentarily loose the sound output.
3 Select the parameter you want, then press . Parameter Explanation On When the receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI OUT jack. Off The receiver does not output HDMI signals when in the standby mode. Turn on the receiver to enjoy the connected equipment’s source on the TV. This setting saves power in the standby mode, compared with the “On” setting.
• OPT Appears only when an optical jack is assigned to the input and selects the optical input jack automatically. • COAX Appears only when a coaxial jack is assigned to the input and selects the coaxial input jack automatically. • ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. Notes • Based on the input, “------” appears on the display window, and other modes cannot be selected. • When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used, audio input is set to “Analog.
Input name BD/DVD SAT/ CATV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TV MD/ TAPE SA-CD/ CD a* a a a a – a a a a a* a a – a a a HDMI1 (GAME) a a* a a a – a HDMI2 (SAT/CATV) a a a* a a – a a HDMI3 (VIDEO 1) a a a a* a – a a HDMI4 (SA-CD/CD) a a a a a – a a* HDMI5 (BD/DVD) a* a a a a – a a a a a a* a – a a a a a a a a* a a a a a a a – a* a Assignable audio Optical1 (VIDEO 1) input jacks Optical2 (TV) Optical3 (MD/TAPE) Coaxial1 (SA-CD/CD) a a
Operating the receiver using a smartphone You can operate the receiver using a smartphone equipped with the “ES Remote” application software. The “ES Remote” application software can be downloaded from the App Store (for iPhone) or the Android Market (for Android phone) for free.
The items for which you can save settings and the default values for each item are as follows. Setting item Default value 1: Movie 2: Music 3: Party 4: Night Input BD/DVD SA-CD/ CD No Change No Change Tuner Preset No Change No Change No Change No Change Sound Field HDD.C.S. Berlin Multi Philharmonic Stereo Hall No Change Sleep No Change No Change Off 30 min. Volume No Change No Change –10 dB –30 dB 1 Select “Easy Automation” from the home menu, then press .
Tip You can recall the setting(s) saved for “1: Movie” or “2: Music” directly by pressing EASY AUTOMATION 1 or EASY AUTOMATION 2 on the remote control. You can also overwrite “1: Movie” or “2: Music” with the present settings by holding down EASY AUTOMATION 1 or EASY AUTOMATION 2 for 3 seconds in the same way as you do when you select “Import Current Settings” from the menu. Using the sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. SHIFT AMP SLEEP 1 Press AMP.
Recording using the receiver You can record from a video/audio equipment using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording equipment. Recording with a video equipment 1 Select “Watch” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select the playback equipment, then press . 3 Prepare the equipment for playing. For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR. 4 Prepare the recording equipment. Insert a blank video tape, etc.
The command modes of both the receiver and the remote control are those of the factory default setting (COMMAND MODE AV2). The receiver and the remote control, on the contrary, should use the same command mode. If the command modes of the receiver and the remote control are different, you cannot use the remote control to operate the receiver. Switching the command mode of the remote control RM SET UP SHIFT Switching the command mode of the receiver ?/1 1, 2 ?/1 AMP ZONE ENT/ MEM 2CH/A.
If you are not using surround back speakers and front high speakers, you can use the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ZONE 2 terminals for the front speakers for use with a bi-amplifier connection. To connect speakers Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) Hi Hi Lo Lo Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the FRONT A terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of the front speakers to the SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/ZONE 2 terminals.
2 Adjusting Settings Using the setting menu Select the menu item you want, then press to access the menu item. Example: When you select “Audio Settings.” You can adjust the various settings for speakers, surround effects, multi-zone, etc., using the setting menu. 3 Select the parameter you want, then press to enter. To return to the previous screen Press RETURN/EXIT O. To exit the menu Press HOME.
Setting menu list Settings Easy Setup (page 93) Speaker Settings (page 93) Auto Calibration Auto Calibration Setup Position Adjusting Settings Calibration Type Name In Automatic Phase Matching Speaker Connection Speaker Setup Test Tone Speaker Impedance Distance Unit Audio Settings (page 97) Digital Legato Linear Sound Optimizer Equalizer Advanced Auto Volume Subwoofer Muting Dual Mono Dynamic Range Compressor (Input name) A/V Sync Decode Priority Sound Field Sound Field Mode Video Settings (page 100
Network Settings (page 104) Internet Settings Connection Server Settings Renderer Options Renderer Access Control External Control Network Standby Internet Services Settings (page 105) Parental Control Password Parental Control Area Code Internet Video Parental Control Internet Video Unrated Zone Settings (page 106) Zone Control System Settings (page 107) Language Zone Setup Auto Standby Settings Lock RS232C Control Software Update Notification Initialize Personal Information System Information EULA
Easy Setup Speaker Settings Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions (page 45). You can set up your viewing environment (with the speaker system you are using) either automatically or manually. Performs the D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function.
To set a compensation type for the speakers You can select the compensation type to be used for the speakers for each Position. 1 Select the “Position” for which you want to set the speaker compensation type, then press . 2 Select the “Calibration Type” you want, then press . • Full Flat Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. • Engineer Sets the frequency to match that of the Sony listening room standard.
To adjust the speaker level You can adjust each speaker’s level (center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, front high left/right, subwoofer). 1 Select the speaker on the screen for 2 Select “Level,” then press . You can adjust the level from –20 dB to +10 dB in 0.5 dB intervals. For the front left/right speakers, you can adjust the balance on either side. You can adjust the front left level from FL–10.0 dB to FL+10.0 dB in 0.5 dB intervals.
3 Adjust “Level,” then press Test Tone Lets you select the test tone type on the Test Tone screen. To output a test tone from each speaker . To output the source sound from adjacent speakers You can output the source sound from adjacent speakers so that you can adjust the balance between the speakers. You can output a test tone from the speakers in sequence. 1 Select “Phase Audio,” then press 1 Select “Test Tone,” then press 2 Adjust the parameter, then press . The Test Tone screen appears.
Audio Settings You can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference. The D.L.L. function is Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio signals and analog audio signals to be played back with high quality sound. Lets you adjust the bass and treble level for each speaker (page 72). Advanced Auto Volume Adjusting Settings Digital Legato Linear (D.L.L.) Equalizer Lets you turn the Advanced Auto Volume function on or off (page 73).
Dynamic Range Compressor Lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack. 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. x Off The dynamic range is not compressed. Notes • This function does not work in the following case. – “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
Sound Field Mode Lets you set whether or not to output sound from the front high speakers. For details, see “Sound Field Mode” (page 71).
Video Settings You can adjust settings for video. Resolution (Converting video signals) Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals and output the converted signals. x Direct x 480p/576p Lets you output analog video input signals directly.
c) 480p/576p signals are output even if 480i/576i is set. d) Video signals without copyright protection are output based on the settings menu. Video signals with copyright protection are output as 480p/576p. Notes Playback Resolution This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet video.
3D Output Settings This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet video. HDMI Settings You can adjust the required settings for equipment connected to the HDMI jacks. x Auto Select this to display 3D compatible content in 3D. x Off Select this to display all content in 2D. TV Type Subwoofer Level Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an HDMI connection.
x TV+AMP The sound is output from the TV speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver. Input Settings Notes You can adjust the settings for the connections of the receiver and other equipment. x AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback equipment is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. The multi-channel sound can be played back as it is. Input Edit Lets you set the following items for each input.
x Analog Factory default setting Video Input Assign Lets you set the video input jack(s) assigned to each input. For details, see “Using other video/audio input jacks” (page 82). x HDMI HDMI IN 1/2/3/4/5, none x Component COMPONENT IN 1/2, none x Analog Network Settings You can adjust the settings for the network. Internet Settings Lets you check or change the network settings. You can change the settings for the following items either manually or automatically.
Network Standby Area Code Area 2090 Chile 2390 New Zealand 2092 China 2379 Norway 2093 Colombia 2427 Pakistan 2115 Denmark 2424 Philippines 2165 Finland 2428 Poland 2174 France 2436 Portugal 2109 Germany 2489 Russia x Off 2200 Greece 2501 Singapore The network function turns off when the receiver is in standby mode.
3 Adjust the volume, then press . Zone Settings You can adjust settings for the main zone, zone 2. To preset the volume for main zone/zone 2 Zone Control You can preset the volume of turning the power on for each zone. To turn the power on or off for zone 2 You can turn zone 2 operation on or off. 1 Select the zone you want to turn on or off, then press . 2 Select “On” or “Off,” then press .
x Ctrl Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or off manually using the control command of an external control device. System Settings You can customize the settings of the receiver. x Zone Language Lets you select the language for the messages on the screen. x Input (for “Main” only) Lets you turn on the output of 12V triggers when the preset input is selected. When you select “Input,” the setting display which sets each input trigger to on/off appears.
SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) ?/1 MUSIC – When the receiver cannot retrieve the data, such as when the network has not been set up, or when the server is down, etc. Initialize Personal Information Lets you erase personal information related to Internet video, such as the Internet content list, “Favorites List,” etc. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. While holding down MUSIC and SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF), press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. System Information Displays the software version of the receiver.
4 Operating without using the GUI The parameter appears. 5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want, then press . The parameter is entered. To return to the previous step Press RETURN/EXIT O. AMP MENU V/v/b, RETURN/ EXIT O Using the menu in the display window 1 2 Turn on the receiver. Press AMP MENU. The menu is displayed in the display window of the receiver. Example: When you select “SPEAKER.” 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu, then press .
Menu list (in the display window) The following options are available in each menu. “xx…” in the table signifies the parameter for each item. Menu Item Parameter Auto Calibration A.CAL START (Auto Calibration Start) FH USE: x? Y, N 54321 TONE T.S.P. WOOFER COMPLETE RETRY, SAVE EXIT, WRN CHECK, PHASE INFO, DIST.
Item Parameter Level settings TEST TONE OFF, FL to RH (AUTO), FL to RH (FIX) P. NOISE (Phase noise) OFF, FL/FR, FL/CNT, CNT/FR, FR/SR, SR/SBR, SR/SB, SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL, SBL/SL, SL/FL, LH/RH, FL/SR, SL/FR, FL/RH, LH/FR P. AUDIO (Phase audio) OFF, FL/FR, FL/CNT, CNT/FR, FR/SR, SR/SBR, SR/SB, SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL, SBL/SL, SL/FL, LH/RH, FL/SR, SL/FR, FL/RH, LH/FR FL LEVEL (Front left speaker level) FL–10.0 dB to FL+10.0 dB (0.5 dB step) FR LEVEL (Front right speaker level) FR–10.
Menu Item Speaker settings SP PATTERN (Speaker pattern) 112US Parameter 5/2.1 to 2/0 (20 patterns) FRT SIZE (Front speakers size) LARGE, SMALL CNT SIZE (Center speaker size) LARGE, SMALL SUR SIZE (Surround speakers size) LARGE, SMALL FH SIZE (Front high speakers size) LARGE, SMALL SB ASSIGN (Surround Back Speaker Assign) OFF, BI-AMP, ZONE2 FL DIST. (Front left speaker distance) FL 3’ 3” to FL 32’ 9” (1 inch step) FL 1.0 to FL 10.0 (m) (1 cm step) FR DIST.
Menu Item Speaker settings FH CROSS (Front high speakers crossover frequency) SP IMP. (Speaker Impedance) 8 ohm, 4 ohm NAME IN (Naming inputs) For reference on this function, see“Input Edit” in Input Settings menu (page 103). INPUT SKIP (Input skip) SHOWN, HIDDEN H.A. ASSIGN (HDMI audio assign) For reference on this function, see“Using other video/audio input jacks” (page 82). H.V.
Menu Item Tuner settings FM MODE STEREO, MONO NAME IN (Naming preset stations) For reference on this function, see “To name preset stations (Name Input)” (page 59). PARENTAL (Sirius Parental Lock) LOCK ON, LOCK OFF CODE EDIT (Sirius Lock Code Edit) For reference on this function, see “Restricting access to specific channels (Parental Lock)” (page 64). SR ANT AIM (Sirius Antenna Aiming) For reference on this function, see “Checking the ID number” (page 61).
Item Parameter System settings R.S232C (RS232C Control Mode) R.S232C ON, R.S232C OFF NET STBY (Network Standby) STBY ON, STBY OFF AUTO STBY (Auto Standby) STBY ON, STBY OFF Adjusting Settings Menu VER x.
To change the display The display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field. 1 Select the input for which you want to check the information. 2 Press DISPLAY MODE on the receiver repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY MODE, the display will change as follows. Input you selected t Sound field type t Volume level t Stream information* t Input name you entered ... * Stream information may not be displayed.
Operating the equipment connected to the receiver Using the Remote Control Operating each equipment using the remote control Press the input button that matches the connected equipment that you want to operate. 2 Press the appropriated buttons to use the function listed in the table below. Note You may not be able to operate some functions for the equipment you are using.
Equipment TV Button VCR DVD player, Blu-ray DVD/VCR Disc combo Player z TOP MENU, POP UP/MENU AUDIO z SUBTITLE z a) b) c) d) z HDD Recorder z PSX Video CD player, LD player Digital CATV terminal DSS Tape DAT deck A/B deck CD player, MD deck z z z z z z z z z z LD player only Deck B only DVD only Video CD only Turning off all connected equipment (SYSTEM STANDBY) Even when this receiver is standby mode, the receiver in zone 2 remain turned on.
2 While the RM SET UP button is flashing, press the input button (including the TV button) of the equipment you want to control. 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the numeric code. If more than one code exists, trying entering the first one which corresponds to the equipment. Note Only the codes in the 500’s are valid for the TV button. 4 Press ENT/MEM. Once the numeric code has been verified, the RM SET UP button flashes twice and the remote control automatically exits the programming mode.
Maker DENON KENWOOD NAKAMICHI PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TECHNICS YAMAHA Code(s) 204, 205 206, 207, 208, 209 210 216 211, 212 213, 214 215, 216 217, 218 To control an MD deck Maker SONY DENON JVC KENWOOD Code(s) 301 302 303 304 To control an HDD recorder Maker SONY Code(s) 307, 308, 309 To control a Blu-ray Disc Player Maker SONY LG PANASONIC SAMSUNG Code(s) 310, 311, 312 337 335 336 To control a PSX Maker SONY Code(s) 313, 314, 315 To control a DVD player Maker SONY BROKSONIC DENON HITACHI JVC MIT
Maker PIONEER PORTLAND QUASAR RADIO SHACK RCA/PROSCAN SAMSUNG SHARP SYLVANIA THOMSON TOSHIBA TELEFUNKEN TEKNIKA WARDS YORK ZENITH GE LOEWE VIZIO To control an LD player Maker SONY PIONEER Code(s) 601, 602, 603 606 To control a video CD player Maker SONY Code(s) 605 To control a VCR Maker SONY AIWA* BLAUPUNKT EMERSON FISHER GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) GOLDSTAR/LG Code(s) 701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706 710, 750, 757, 758 740 750 717, 720 722, 730 Maker HITACHI ITT/NOKIA JVC MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI/MGA NEC PANASON
To control a cable box Maker SONY HAMLIN/REGAL JERROLD/G.I.
Program the sequence of the operation 1 Press MACRO 1 or MACRO 2 for more than 1 second while pressing RM SET UP. 2 3 Press the input button for the equipment for which you want to program the sequence of operation(s). Press the buttons you want to program in the same sequence as you want the operation(s) to be performed. You can program particular operations using the following buttons. Press Operations to be programmed The input Switches inputs.
FAVORITES RM SET UP 2 ?/1 SHIFT Input buttons The input button flashes. (The RM SET UP button remains lit.) Even if you press an input button on which you cannot store a new command such as SOURCE, etc., the input button will not flash. Buttons used to learn code* 3 Buttons used to learn code Press FAVORITES while pressing RM SET UP. The RM SET UP button lights up.
5 Press the button on the remote control to be learned from to transmit the remote control code. 6 Press RM SET UP to finish the learning function process. 5 Press RM SET UP to finish the erasing process. Clearing the memory of the remote control AV ?/1 ?/1 To cancel learning RM SET UP Press RM SET UP. Also, not pressing any button for 60 seconds cancels the settings. However, after performing step 3, you cannot cancel the settings even if you press RM SET UP.
1 Hold down ?/1 while pressing MASTER VOL –, then press AV ?/1, all at the same time. The RM SET UP button flashes three times. 2 Release all buttons. All the contents of the remote control’s memory (e.g., all the programmed data) are cleared.
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. • 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 you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The receiver is turned off automatically. • “Auto Standby” is set to “On” (page 107). • The sleep timer function is working (page 86). • “PROTECTOR” is working (page 136). The receiver is turned on automatically. • “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” or “Pass Through” is set to “Off.
• Set “Auto Standby” to “Off” (page 107). While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. Specific type of image is not output or corrupted. HDMI output • Be sure to use a connecting cable for the HDMI jack corresponding to High Speed HDMI cable when you view images or listen to sound, especially for the 1080p, Deep Color, or 3D transmission.
• Move your TV away from the audio equipment. • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. There is no sound from specific speaker(s). Front • Connect headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output to the headphones. If only one channel is output to the headphones, check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment.
– Depending on the connected equipment and TV, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment and TV. Refer to the operation instructions supplied with each equipment and TV. – Change the input of the receiver to the HDMI input connected to the equipment. Coaxial/optical input • When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used, the sound is not output. Use other sound field (page 67). • Check the INPUT MODE (page 81).
Multi-channel sound cannot be output. • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” “Audio Out” may be automatically set to “AMP.” In this case, set “Audio Out” to “AMP.” The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE/HD-D.C.S. or MUSIC). • “PLII (Movie/Music),” “PLIIx (Movie/ Music),” “PLIIz Height,” and “Neo:6 (Cinema/Music)” do not work when the speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or 2/0.1. The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp does not light up in blue.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak with automatic tuning. Use direct tuning. • No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations is used). Preset the stations (page 59). • Press DISPLAY MODE on the receiver so that the frequency appears on the display window. USB device The USB device is not recognized. • Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the USB device. Turn on the receiver again and reconnect the USB device.
Other characters may not be displayed correctly. It takes a long time before playback starts. • The reading process can take a long time in the following cases. – There are many folders or files on the USB device. – The file structure is extremely complex. – The memory capacity is excessive. – The internal memory is fragmented. Thus, we recommend following the guideline. – Total files per folder: 500 or less iPhone/iPod The iPhone/iPod cannot be charged. • Check that the receiver is turned on.
Internet video The picture/sound is poor/certain programs display with a loss of detail, especially during fastmotion or dark scenes. • Picture/sound quality may be poor, depending on Internet content providers. • Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed. Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard definition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video. • Not all videos contain sound. The picture is small. • Press V to zoom in. Cannot play back content.
The Audio Return Channel (ARC) does not work. • Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” in the HDMI Settings menu. • Make sure that the INPUT MODE for “TV” is set to “AUTO” (page 81). Remote control The remote control does not function. • Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the receiver (page 10). • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the receiver. • Replace all the batteries in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak.
Message list after Auto Calibration measurement Explanation Code 31 SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) is set to OFF. Set to other speaker settings and reperform the measurement. Code 32 None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the plug of the optimizer microphone is inserted all the way inside the AUTO CAL MIC jack, then reperform the Auto Calibration function. Code 33 • None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected. • The optimizer microphone is not connected.
Clearing the memory Specifications Reference sections To clear See All memorized settings page 43 Memory of the remote control page 125 Rebooting the receiver If the buttons on the receiver or the remote control do not work due to a malfunction of the receiver, reboot the receiver. Hold down ?/1 for 10 seconds. When the lamp above ?/1 flashes in green, the reboot starts. About support information Refer to the following web site for details of the latest information on the receiver. http://www.sony.
Frequency response3) SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, 10 Hz – 100 kHz TV, VIDEO 1/2, ± 3 dB BD/DVD, SAT/CATV, GAME 3) When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used. Inputs (Analog) SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, TV, VIDEO 1/2, BD/DVD, SAT/CATV, GAME Sensitivity: 150 mV Impedance: 50 kohms S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Inputs (Digital) Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 96 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) IN 1 (VIDEO 1), IN 2 (TV), IN 3 (MD/TAPE) (Optical) S/N: 96 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) HDMI Video Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) 640 × 480p @ 59.
1920 × 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz Frame Packing Side-by-Side (Half) Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1920 × 1080p @ 29.97/30 Hz Frame Packing Side-by-Side (Half) Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1280 × 720p @ 23.98/24 Hz Frame Packing Side-by-Side (Half) Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1280 × 720p @ 29.97/30 Hz Frame Packing Side-by-Side (Half) Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) Playable types of files Type of content File format Video MPEG-1 Video/ “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” PS1) 2) MPEG-2 Video/ “.m2ts,” “.
Dimensions Mass (Approx.) 430 mm × 162 mm × 388 mm (17 in × 6 in × 15 3/8 in) (width/height/depth) including projecting parts and controls 12.
Index Numerics 12V Trigger 106 2 channel 67 2ch Analog Direct 67 2ch Stereo (mode) 67 3D Output Settings 102 5.1 channel 22 7.1 channel 22 A A.F.D.
Home Theater Control 80 I O One-Touch Play 79 P L.F.E.
Server Preparing 47 Setting menu 90 Settings 90 Settings Lock 107 Sirius 60 Sirius satellite radio 60 Sleep timer 86 Small 95 Software Update Notification 108 Sound Effects 67 Sound Field 67, 98 Sound Field Mode 71, 99 Sound Optimizer 72, 97 Speaker Connection 94 Speaker impedance 45, 96 Speaker pattern 94 Speaker Settings 93 Speaker Setup 94 SPEAKER SHORTED 136 SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) 10, 46 Sports 70 Stadium 70 STEREO/MONO 58 Subwoofer Level 102 Subwoofer Low Pass Filter 102 Subwoofer Muting 97 Super Audio
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