4-167-133-11(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DH710 ©2010 Sony Corporation
For customers in the United States 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. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
On Copyrights About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DH710. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, models of area code U2 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code U2 only”. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote.
Table of Contents About This Manual........................................4 Supplied accessories......................................6 Description and location of parts...................7 Connections 1: Installing the speakers .............................16 2: Connecting the speakers ..........................19 3: Connecting the TV ..................................21 4a: Connecting the audio components.........22 4b: Connecting the video components ........24 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials).....
Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE).....................................68 Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs ......................................................68 Enjoying sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT ......................................................70 Using a bi-amplifier connection ..................70 Using the setting menu ................................
Description and location of parts Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 MASTER VOLUME ?/1 TONE INPUT SELECTOR TONE MODE INPUT MODE SPEAKERS TUNING MODE TUNING MEMORY/ ENTER 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY AUTO CAL MIC PHONES qh qg DIMMER qf qd qs VIDEO qa q; MUTING VIDEO 2 IN L AUDIO R 9 A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 33, 47, 54) J AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 35) B TONE +/–, TONE MODE (page 80) K DISPLAY (page 43) C INPUT SELECTOR (page 42 - 44, 46 - 48, 68, 70) L 2CH/A.
Indicators on the display 1 LH RH L C R SL S SR SW 2 3 LFE COAX HDMI OPT 4 5 6 DTS - ES 96/24 NEO:6 S-AIR DTS-HD MSTR HI RES LBR LPCM 7 8 9 PL II x z TrueHD D + EX SLEEP ST D.RANGE RDS SBL SB SBR qd qs qa Indicator and explanation Indicator and explanation A 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 or upmixes the source sound (based on the speaker settings).
Indicator and explanation Indicator and explanation D DTS(-ES) indicators Light up when DTS or DTS-ES signals are input. H Dolby Digital Surround indicators Lights up one of the respective indicators when the receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby Digital format signals. DTS Lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS signals. DTS-ES Lights up when the receiver is decoding DTSES signals. DTS 96/24 Lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS 96 kHz/24 bit signals.
Rear panel 1 2 3 4 4, 5 ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 2 IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 2 IN 1 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
E Video signal section* The image quality depends on the connecting jack. DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 24) HDMI IN/OUT COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 27, 28, 29) High quality image Green (Y) Blue (PB/CB) Remote commander You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU073 (Models of area code U2, CA2 only) or RM-AAU075 (Models of area code AU1, TW2 only) to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate.
Notes on using the SHIFT (O) and TV (P) button SHIFT (O) button Press and hold SHIFT (O), then press the button with pink printing that you want to use. Example: Press and hold SHIFT (O), then press ENTER (C). TV (P) button Press and hold TV (P), then press the button with yellow printing to control the TV. Example: Press and hold TV (P), then press TV CH + (RM-AAU073 only) or PROG + (RM-AAU075 only) (N). .
Name and function To control a Sony TV J Press and hold TV (P) and then press the yellow printing button to select the function you want. , V/v/B/b Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press to enter the selection. L MENU/HOMEd) Displays the menu to operate the receiver. M TUNING +/– Scans a station. PRESET +/– Selects preset stations. N SOUND FIELD +a)/– Selects a sound field. Q MASTER VOL +/– (RM-AAU073 only) +/– (RM-AAU075 only) Adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time.
Name and function S RETURN/EXIT O Returns to the previous TV menu. T GUIDE (RM-AAU073 only) (RM-AAU075 only) Displays the guide when you are watching analog or digital channel. V AUDIOa) (RM-AAU073 only) a) (RM-AAU075 only) Selects the desired audio signal. W DIGITAL (RM-AAU075 only) Changes to digital mode. ANALOG (RM-AAU075 only) Changes to analog mode.
To control other Sony components Name Blu-ray disc, DVD player Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner VCR CD player A AV ?/1b) Power Power Power Power C Numeric buttonsc) (number 5a)) Track Channel Channel Track ENTERc) Enter Enterd) Enter Enter CLEARc) Clear Clear – – F DISPLAY Display Display Display Display G ANGLEd) Select angle – – – Menu, guide Menu, guidee) – – Enter Enter Enter – e) H Color buttons J V/v/B/b Select Select Select – K TOOLS/OPTIONS Opt
Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU073 (Models of area code U2, CA2 only) or RM-AAU075 (Models of area code AU1, TW2 only) Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Connections 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer).
Example of speaker system configuration • When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system with two surround back speakers, all angle A should be the same. • When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system with two front high speakers, place the front high speakers at an angle between 22° to 45°. Position the front high speakers at least 3.3 feet (1 meter) directly above the front speakers. Note You cannot use the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously.
• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the listening position. • Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
2: Connecting the speakers Connections Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
a) Notes on the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HIGH/BI-AMP/FRONT B terminals connection. – If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the L of this terminals. – If you are not using surround back speaker or front high speakers, and you have an additional front speaker system, connect the additional front speaker system to this terminals. Set “SB ASGN” to “SPK B” in the SPEAKER menu (page 79).
3: Connecting the TV Connections Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). TV Video signals Audio signals Audio/Video signals ARC A Ca) B Ea) D b) ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 IN 2 ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 2 IN 1 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
Notes • Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted. • Connect image display components such as a TV monitor or a projector to the HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. You may not be able to record even if you connect recording components.
Notes on connecting DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Connections • Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned on. • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. • Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, insert the connector straight in.
4b: Connecting the video components Components to be connected Connect your video components according to the table below. Component Page Blu-ray disc player* 24, 27 “PlayStation 3”* 24 DVD player* 24, 28 DVD recorder* 24, 28, 30 Satellite tuner*, cable TV tuner* 24, 29 VCR 30 Camcorder, video game, etc. 30 * We recommend that you connect your video components via HDMI connection if they have HDMI jacks.
Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner Blu-ray disc player, “PlayStation 3” DVD player, DVD recorder Audio/video signals Audio/video signals A A A ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 2 IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 2 IN 1 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
Notes on connecting cables • Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Color (Deep Colour) images may not be displayed properly. • Sony recommends that you use an HDMI authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not be output. Connect other audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set “A.
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player Connections The following illustration shows how to connect a Blu-ray disc player. Blu-ray disc player Video signals Audio signals A B C* D* ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 E ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 2 IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 1 IN 2 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
Connecting a DVD player, DVD recorder The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player or DVD recorder. DVD player, DVD recorder Video signals Audio signals A B* C ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 2 IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 2 IN 1 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner Connections The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or cable TV tuner. Satellite tuner, cable TV tuner Video signals Audio signals A B C D ANTENNA EZW-T100 HDMI IN 3 ASSIGNABLE (INPUT ONLY) IN 2 IN 1 TV OUT ARC AM IN 3 IN 2 IN 1 MONITOR OUT DC5V 0.
Notes Connecting components with analog video and audio jack • Be sure to change the initial setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing the input button assignments” (page 84). • You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 43).
6: Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). Before connecting antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). To use the S-AIR function, you need to insert the wireless transmitter (not supplied) into the S-AIR main unit (this receiver) and the wireless transceiver (not supplied) into the S-AIR sub unit.
2 Insert the wireless transmitter. EZW-T100 slot -T1 EZW 00 7: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Notes Wireless transmitter • Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), make sure that metallic wires of the speaker cords are not touching each other between the SPEAKERS terminals. • Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) firmly. AC power cord (mains lead) Notes • Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR logo facing up.
Preparing the Receiver Initializing the receiver You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. SPEAKERS ?/1 ?/1 MASTER VOLUME ?/1 TONE INPUT SELECTOR TONE MODE INPUT MODE SPEAKERS TUNING MODE TUNING MEMORY/ ENTER 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DISPLAY DIMMER AUTO CAL MIC PHONES VIDEO MUTING VIDEO 2 IN L AUDIO R 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) 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.a) • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker from your listening position.a)b) • Measure the speaker size.a) • Measure the speaker polarity. • Measure the frequency characteristics.
1: Setting up the Auto Calibration ?/1 • If you connect a subwoofer with a crossover frequency function, set the value to the maximum. • If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set this function to off (deactivated). Note Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer you are using, the setup distance value may be further away from the actual position.
1 2 Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select “A. CAL”, then press or b. “START” appears on the display. 3 Press 3: Confirming/saving the measurement results 1 . When the measurement ends, a beep sounds and the measurement result appears on the display. Measurement starts in 5 seconds. A count down is displayed. The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts.
3 Save the measurement result. Select “SAVE.EXIT” in step 2. “COMPLETE” appears on the display and the settings are registered as selected position number. Select the calibration type. Press V/v repeatedly to select calibration type, then press . Calibration type and explanation FULL.FLAT Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. ENGINEER Sets the frequency characteristics to a set that matches that of the Sony listening room standard. FRONT.
Checking the measurement results Display and explanation When you select “P. INFO.” W - xxx* 43 The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment. You can check the phase of each speaker (in phase/out of phase). NO WARN There is no warning information.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select AUTO CAL menu x START x CAL TYPE* Lets you select the Auto Calibration type for each seating position. For details, see step 4 of “3: Confirming/saving the measurement results” (page 36). * You can select this parameter only when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the settings. x POSITION You can register three patterns as position 1, 2, 3, depending on the seating positions, listening environment, and measurement conditions.
Tips • You can select the character type as follows by pressing V/v. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols • To enter a blank space, press b without selecting a character. 4 Press . The name you entered is registered. Adjusting the speaker levels (TEST TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels while listening to the test tone from your listening position. BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Input buttons AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU m .
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “AUTO xxx*”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. Depending on the speaker pattern settings, test tone may not be output from all speakers even though you select “AUTO xxx”. 5 The speaker pattern to the connected speaker is not set up correctly. Make sure the speaker connection and the speaker pattern match. Note Test tone is not output from the headphones connected to the S-AIR surround amplifier.
4 5 Basic Operations Playback BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Input buttons Play back the source. Press MASTER VOL +/– (RM-AAU073 only) or 2 +/– (RM-AAU075 only) to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. 6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy the surround sound. You can also use 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE or MUSIC on the receiver. For details, see page 50. AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU m MASTER VOL +/–/ 2 +/– .
Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs (except TUNER) and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. 1 Viewing information on the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. DISPLAY Basic Operations Press one of the input buttons to select the input you want to create an index name for. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.
Using the Sleep Timer Recording You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. You can record from a video/audio component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. AMP MENU Recording onto a CD-R , V/v/B/b O MENU 1 2 Press AMP MENU. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “SLEEP”, then press or b. 4 1 Press V/v repeatedly to select “SYSTEM”, then press or b.
Recording onto a recording media 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. 3 Prepare the recording component. Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording component (VIDEO 1) for recording. 4 Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner.
Tuning into a station automatically (Automatic Tuning) 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Tuning into a station directly (Direct Tuning) You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNING + or TUNING –. Press TUNING + to scan from low to high; press TUNING – to scan from high to low. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.
Changing the AM tuning scale (Models of area code U2, CA2 only) You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver. ?/1 Presetting FM/AM radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. ?/1 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1. 3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 46) or Direct Tuning (page 46). Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 46). 3 Tuning to preset stations 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Press MEMORY. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”, then press or b. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. 6 (Models of area code AU1, TW2 only) 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. This receiver allows you to use Radio Data System (RDS), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal.
Notes Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field This receiver can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. . . X x > SOUND FIELD +/– Press SOUND FIELD +/– repeatedly to select the sound field you want. You can also press 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE or MUSIC on the receiver.
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. x HALL (Hall) Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall. x JAZZ (Jazz Club) Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. x CONCERT (Concert) x V. M. DIM (V. Multi Dimension DCS ) Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
When headphones are connected You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver. x HP 2CH (Headphones 2CH) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones (except Analog Direct). Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals. Note When headphones are connected to the S-AIR surround amplifier, the sound field is automatically set to “HP 2CH”.
When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD players Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks for the connected component. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format Maximum number of channels Connection of the playback component and the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital 5.1 a a Dolby Digital EX 6.1 a a Dolby Digital Plus a) 7.1 × a a) × a a a DTS-ES 6.1 a a DTS 96/24 5.
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE) Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. ?/1 This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. ?/1 AMP MENU , V/v/B/b MUSIC 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
“BRAVIA” Sync Features What is “BRAVIA” Sync? “BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., that is equipped with the Control for HDMI function.
If your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU 1 Perform the steps given in “If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMIEasy Setting” function” (page 55). 2 Press AMP MENU. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “HDMI”, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “CTRL.HDMI”, then press or b.
Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver • When you connect a TV that does not have System Audio Control function, the System Audio Control function does not work. • If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a moment. (System Audio Control) You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu.
Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off) TV ?/1 BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 O MENU . TV 58GB M X x The TV, receiver and the components connected via HDMI are turned off. Notes When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV. m Press and hold TV, then press TV ?/1.
Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI cable (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync) (Audio Return Channel) Press the THEATER or THEATRE button on the remote of the receiver, TV, or the Blu-ray disc player, while pointing the remote toward the TV. The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables the TV outputs the audio signals to the receiver via an HDMI cable connected to the HDMI TV OUT jack.
S-AIR Operations Room B S-AIR sub unit (S-AIR receiver) About S-AIR products This receiver is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 88), which allows wireless sound transmission between S-AIR products. There are two types of S-AIR product. • S-AIR main unit (this receiver): This is for transmitting sound. You can use up to three S-AIR main units. (The number of usable S-AIR main unit depends on the use environment.) • S-AIR sub unit (not supplied): This is for receiving sound.
• Other factors The following may cause poor reception. – Materials or structures, such as walls and floors – The location where an S-AIR product is placed When using S-AIR products, place them as far as possible from the above electronic equipment, or place where S-AIR reception is stable. Setting up an S-AIR product Before using an S-AIR product, be sure to perform the following settings to establish the sound transmission. • Inserting the wireless transmitter/ transceiver (page 31).
To set the ID of the S-AIR sub unit Be sure to match the ID on S-AIR sub unit you want to the S-AIR main unit. For details on setting the ID of the surround amplifier and S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the surround amplifier and S-AIR receiver. Sound transmission is established as follows (example): S-AIR main unit (this receiver) x Before pairing Sound transmission is established by the ID (example).
To perform pairing To exit the menu 1 Press AMP MENU. 2 Place the S-AIR sub unit that you want to pair near the S-AIR main unit. Match the IDs of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit. • To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit, see “To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit” (page 61). • To set the ID of the S-AIR sub unit, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the S-AIR sub unit. 3 4 Note Perform the pairing within several minutes after step 6.
Enjoying the system’s sound in another room (For the S-AIR receiver only (not supplied)) You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver. The S-AIR receiver can be placed in another room for enjoying the system’s sound there. For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the S-AIR receiver. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “S-AIR”, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “MODE”, then press or b.
Notes Changing the channel for better sound transmission If you use multiple wireless systems which sharing the 2.4 GHz band, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of S-AIR products or other wireless systems may be unstable. In this case, the transmission may be improved by changing the following “RF SETUP” setting. AMP MENU • In most cases, you will not need to change this setting.
• Adjust the location (height, orientation, and place in the room) of S-AIR products until reception is the most stable. Stabilizing S-AIR reception Check the following when S-AIR reception is poor or unstable. – Confirm the wireless adapters are inserted correctly (page 31). – Confirm that the S-AIR IDs of the S-AIR main unit and sub unit are the same (page 61). – Place so that the wireless adapters of the S-AIR main unit and sub unit are closer.
Notes Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the S-AIR main unit is in standby mode (For the S-AIR receiver only (not supplied)) You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the S-AIR main unit is in standby mode by setting “STANDBY” to “STBY ON”. AMP MENU • When you set “STANDBY” to “STBY ON”, the power consumption increases during the standby mode. • When the wireless transmitter is removed from the S-AIR main unit, “STANDBY” is set to “STBY OFF” automatically.
Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) When you connect components to both digital and analog input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch. 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input. Enjoying the sound/ images from other inputs You can reassign audio and/or video signals to another input when they are not currently being used.
Assigning input jacks Assignable input jacks Video Audio Input name VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD SAT SA-CD CMPNT 1 (Component 1) a a a* a a a CMPNT 2 (Component 2) a a a a* a a CMPNT 3 (Component 3) a a a a a* a HDMI1 a a a a a a HDMI2 a a a a a a HDMI3 a a a a a a COMP (Composite) a* a* a – a – NONE – – – a – a* DVD COAX a a a a* a a SAT OPT a a a a a* a ANALOG a* a* a* – a a* * Initial setting Notes Advanced Operations • When
Enjoying sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound/images from a portable audio source or computer by connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area. For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “4a: Connecting the audio components” (page 22). Using a bi-amplifier connection AMP MENU , V/v/B/b O MENU 1 2 Press AMP MENU.
Notes • Set “SB ASGN” to “BI-AMP” before you perform Auto Calibration. • If you set “SB ASGN” to “BI-AMP”, the speaker level and distance settings of the surround back speakers and front high speakers become invalid, and those of the front speakers are used. • If you set “PATTERN” to a setting with surround back speakers or front high speakers, you cannot set “SB ASGN” to “BI-AMP”. Using the setting menu By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details, see the page in the parentheses. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] AUTO CAL [A. CAL] (page 39) Starts Auto Calibration [START] LEVEL [LEVEL] (page 76) 72GB Settings Initial setting Calibration type [CAL TYPE] FULL.FLAT, ENGINEER FRONT.REF, OFF FULL.FLAT Position [POSITION] POS 1, POS 2, POS 3 POS 1 Naming position [NAME IN] For details, see page 39. Test tonea) [T.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting SPEAKER [SPKR] (page 77) Speaker pattern [PATTERN] For details, see page 77. 3/4.1 Front speakers sizea) [FRT SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Center speaker sizea) [CNT SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Surround speakers sizea) [SUR SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Front high speakers sizea) [FH SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Surround back speaker assignc) [SB ASGN] SPK B, BI-AMP, OFF OFF Front left speaker distancea) [FL DIST.
Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting Center speaker crossover frequencye) [CNT CRS.] CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz step) CRS. 120 Hz Surround speaker crossover frequencye) [SUR CRS.] CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz step) CRS. 120 Hz Front high speaker crossover frequencye) [FH CRS.] CRS. 40 Hz to CRS. 200 Hz (10 Hz step) CRS. 120 Hz SURROUND [SURR] (page 80) Sound field selection [S.F. SELCT] For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 50). A.F.D.
Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting HDMI [HDMI] (page 82) Control for HDMI [CTRL.HDMI] CTRL ON, CTRL OFF CTRL ON HDMI pass through [PASS.THRU] ON, AUTO, OFF OFF Setting HDMI audio input [AUDIO.OUT] TV+AMP, AMP AMP Subwoofer level for HDMIf) [SW LEVEL] SW AUTO, SW +10 dB, SW 0 dB SW AUTO Subwoofer Low Pass Filter for HDMIf) [SW L.P.F.] L.P.F. ON, L.P.F. OFF L.P.F.
LEVEL menu You can adjust the level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. x T. TONE Lets you adjust the speaker levels while listening to the test tone from your listening position. • OFF The test tone is turned off. • AUTO xxx* The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence. * xxx represent a speaker channel. Adjusting the speaker level You can adjust each speaker’s level using the following parameters. For front left/right speakers, you can adjust the level from –10.
SPEAKER menu You can set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this receiver. x PATTERN Lets you set the number of speakers connected to this receiver. It should be synchronize with the speakers settings. For example: 5 / 2. 1 2 front + 2 front high + center 2 surround subwoofer Speaker pattern Front left/right Front left/ right high Center Surround Surround Surround Subwoofer left/right back left back right 5/2.1 a a a a – – a 5/2 a a a a – – – 4/2.
x FRT SIZE x SUR SIZE • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if you have selected a speaker pattern without subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer.
Tip x FR DIST. The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers. However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible.
x FRT CRS. EQ menu Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the front speakers that have been set to “SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu. You can adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. x CNT CRS. x BASS Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the center speaker that have been set to “SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu. x SUR CRS. Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the surround speakers that have been set to “SMALL” in the SPEAKER menu.
AUDIO menu You can make settings for the audio to suit your preference. x A/V SYNC Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize the time gap between audio output and visual display. You can adjust from 0 (0 ms) to 30 (300 ms) in 1 (10 ms) steps. Notes • This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD or plasma monitor or a projector. • This function does not work in the following cases. – Multi channel Linear PCM and Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are being received.
HDMI menu You can make various adjustments for HDMI settings. x CTRL.HDMI Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 55). x PASS.THRU Lets you output the HDMI signals to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode. • ON When the receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver continuously outputs HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack.
x SW L.P.F. x AUTO.STBY Lets you set the low pass filter of the subwoofer when multi channel Linear PCM signals are input via an HDMI connection. Set the “SW L.P.F.” if your connected subwoofer’s crossover frequency do not have low pass filter. • L.P.F. ON The low pass filter of the subwoofer’s cut off frequency is set to 120 Hz. • L.P.F. OFF The low pass filter of the subwoofer is turned off.
3 Using the Remote Changing the input button assignments You can change the initial settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a Blu-ray disc player to the DVD jack on the receiver, you can set the DVD button on this remote to control the Blu-ray disc player. Note You cannot change the remote assignments for TV, VIDEO 2, DMPORT, TUNER, HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 input buttons.
Clearing all the contents of the remote’s memory INPUT/ / ?/1 BD DVD SAT/ CATV TV VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/ CD DMPORT TUNER HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 O MENU m .
x Deep Color (Deep Colour) x Dolby Digital Surround EX Video signals for which the color depth of signals passing through an HDMI jack have been raised. The number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216 colors) with the current HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel will be 36 bits, etc., when the receiver corresponds to Deep Color (Deep Colour).
x Dolby TrueHD x DTS-HD Dolby TrueHD is Dolby’s lossless audio technology developed for high-definition optical discs. Dolby TrueHD audio is bit-forbit identical to the original studio masters and provides supreme-quality audio up to 8 channel at 96 kHz/24 bit and up to 6 channel at 192 kHz/24 bit. Together with high-definition video, it offers an unprecedented home theater experience. Audio format which extends the conventional DTS Digital Surround format.
x S-AIR (Sony Audio Interactive Radio frequency) Recent times have seen the rapid spread of DVD media, Digital Broadcasting, and other high quality media. To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high quality media are transmitted with no deterioration, Sony has developed a technology called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of digital audio signals with no compression, and has incorporated this technology into the EZW-RT10/EZW-T100.
On S-AIR function • 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. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. • Check that all speaker cords are connected correctly.
There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack). • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 68). • Check that the Analog Direct function is not selected. • Check that the “A. ASSIGN” function is not used to reassign the audio input of another source to the selected input (page 68). • Set “ARC” to “ARC OFF” when no sound is output from TV OPTICAL IN jack during TV input (page 83). The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Adjust the volume of this receiver. • The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component is not connected correctly. Turn off the receiver, then reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component. • Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter and/or component device to make sure it supports this receiver. Video There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor.
The RDS information that you want does not appear.* • Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question. If so, the service may be temporarily out of order. * Models of area code AU1, TW2 only. HDMI The source sound input to the HDMI jack is not output from the receiver or the TV speaker. • Check the HDMI connection (page 24). • You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI. • Depending on the playback component, you may need to set up the component.
When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no image or sound on the TV. • When the receiver is in standby mode, image and sound are output from the HDMI component selected the last time you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other component, play the component and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI component you want to enjoy. • Make sure “PASS.
“HP NO LK” and “VOL MIN” appear alternately in the display and the volume of the receiver becomes minimum. • Volume becomes minimum when you turn off the surround amplifier with headphones connected or if the radio reception is poor. In these cases, check the radio reception and adjust the volume level to restore sound from the headphone. Remote commander The remote does not function. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver.
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (Models of area code U2 only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 95 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section Models of area code U21) Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.
Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms 80 MHz HD Pass Through General Power requirements Area code Power requirements U2, CA2 120 V AC, 60 Hz AU1 230 V AC, 50 Hz TW2 110 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) DC OUT: 5V, 0.7A MAX Power consumption Area code Power consumption U2, CA2, AU1, TW2 240 W Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.) 17 in × 6 1/4 in × 12 3/4 in (430 mm × 157.
Index Numerics H S 2 channel 50 5.1 channel 16 7.1 channel 16 HDMI connecting 24 HDMI Pass Through 82 A I A.F.D.
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