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D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB02REG_STR-DH520U2.fm4-263-361-11(1) masterpage: Left 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.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB02REG_STR-DH520U2.fm 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.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB02REG_STR-DH520U2.fm4-263-361-11(1) Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB01COV_STR-DH520U2TOC.fm masterpage: Right Table of Contents About This Manual........................................4 Supplied accessories......................................6 Description and location of parts...................7 Getting started .............................................16 Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the sound field............................. 43 Resetting sound fields to the default settings ............................
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB01COV_STR-DH520U2TOC.fm Supplied accessories • Operating Instructions (this manual) • Quick Setup Guide • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) masterpage: Left Inserting batteries into the remote control Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching 3 and # on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Description and location of parts Front panel 1 2 qs qa 3 q; 4 9 5 8 7 6 A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 29, 40, 47) B INPUT SELECTOR (page 36 - 39, 41, 51) C Display panel (page 8) D Remote control sensor Receives signals from remote control. E MASTER VOLUME (page 36, 37) F MUTING (page 37) G DIMMER Adjusts the brightness of the display panel in 3 levels. H DISPLAY (page 38) I 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Indicators on the display panel 1 LH RH L C R SL S SR 2 3 4 SW LFE COAX HDMI OPT 5 6 7 DTS - ES 96/24 NEO:6 DTS-HD MSTR HI RES LBR LPCM 8 9 PL II x z TrueHD D + EX SLEEP ST D.RANGE RDS SBL SB SBR qd A Playback channel indicators The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm G Dolby Pro Logic indicator Lights up the respective indicator when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance input signals. PL PL II PL IIx PL IIz Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIz Note These indicators may not light up depending on the speaker pattern setting.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Rear panel 1 1, 2 5 3 1 2 4 A Audio signal section B Video signal section* DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 24, 26) The image quality depends on the connecting jack.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm C ANTENNA section (page 28) FM ANTENNA jack masterpage: Right wh 1 wg 2 AM ANTENNA terminals 3 D SPEAKERS section (page 19) wf wd ws wa w; E AUTO CALIBRATION section (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) (page 31) 9 0 ql AUTO CAL MIC jack qa qs qd Remote control Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is assigned to operate Sony audio/ video equipment.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left To use the buttons printed in pink F DISPLAY Views information on the display panel. Hold down SHIFT (O), then press the button printed in pink that you want to use. Example: Hold down SHIFT (O), then press ENT/MEM (C). I AMP MENU Displays the menu to operate the receiver. 2 Press ENT/MEM J , V/v/B/b Press V/v/B /b to select the settings, then press to enter/confirm the selection.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm AUTO CAL Hold down SHIFT (O), then press AUTO CAL to activate the Auto Calibration function (page 31). X NIGHT MODE Allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. This function can be used with other sound fields. Press the button again to turn off this function.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left L MENU/HOME Displays the TV menus. N TV CH +**/– or PROG +**/– Scans for the preset TV channels. Selects the next or previous page while in the text mode. Q TV VOL +/– or +/– Adjusts the TV volume. R MUTING or Activates the TV’s muting function. S RETURN/EXIT O Returns to the previous TV menu. T GUIDE or Display the on-screen program guide. V AUDIO** or ** Changes the dual sound mode.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB03DES_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right To control other Sony equipment Be sure to hold down SHIFT (O) to activate the buttons printed in pink (page 12).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Getting started You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the simple steps below. Installing and connecting the speakers (page 17, 19) Checking the connection appropriate for your equipment Connecting the TV and video equipment (page 21, 22) The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the illustration below.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right 5.1 channel speaker system This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer). 7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakers Example of speaker system configuration You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format by connecting additional one surround back speaker (6.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm Tips • When you connect a 7.1 channel speaker system with two surround back speakers, all the angles 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°. – at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) directly above the front speakers. masterpage: Left • When you connect a 6.
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D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left * When you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the sound may not be output. **If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH L terminal.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right 3: Connecting the TV Connections TV Video signals Audio signals or A B* Audio/Video signals or C A Audio cord (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) D ARC E* ** Recommended connection Alternative connection Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm * To enjoy the TV broadcast in multi channel surround sound from the speakers connected to the receiver, you can make either one of the following connections: – connect B. – connect E if your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s muting function.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm • Not every HDMI equipment supports all functions that are defined by the specific HDMI version. For example, equipment that support HDMI, version 1.4, may not support Audio Return Channel (ARC). • Refer to the operating instructions of each connected equipment for details. When connecting cords • Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). • It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player Audio signals Video signals Audio/video signals or A* B C A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) D HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Connecting a PlayStation 3 Connections PlayStation 3 Audio/video signals A A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Connecting a satellite tuner, cable TV tuner Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner Audio/video signals Video signals Audio signals or A B C A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Connecting a VCR, DVD recorder Connections VCR, DVD recorder Audio/video signals A Audio signals Video signals B * A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMIauthorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. * C * If you want to record, you must make this connection (page 38).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Tip 4b: Connecting the audio equipment We recommend you to use “P. AUDIO” sound field if the source is MP3 or other compressed source. 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Super Audio CD player, CD player Before connecting antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm 6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) AC power cord (mains lead) Preparing the Receiver Initializing the receiver Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to revert back to the factory default settings. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Selecting the speaker pattern Select the speaker pattern according to the speaker system which you are using. 1 2 AMP MENU , V/v/b Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select “SPKR”, then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “PATTERN”, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the speaker pattern you want, then press . Speaker pattern settings For example: 5 / 2.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Notes Using 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.* • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker from your seating position.* • Measure the speaker size.* • Measure the frequency characteristics.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm 3 Set up the optimizer microphone. 2: Performing Auto Calibration Place the optimizer microphone at your seating position. Use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears. ?/1 Input buttons Confirm active subwoofer setup • When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the subwoofer and turn up the volume prior to activating the subwoofer.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm The table below provides measurement status shown on the display panel. Display Speaker existence TONE Speaker gain, distance, frequency response T. S. P.* Subwoofer gain and distance WOOFER* Press V/v repeatedly to select the item. Then, press . • EXIT Exits the setting process without saving the measurement results. • WARN CHK Displays warning related to the measurement results.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm When error codes appear 1 Check the problem of the error. Display and explanation E - xxx* 32 None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected properly and perform the Auto Calibration again. If the optimizer microphone is connected properly but the error code still appears, the optimizer microphone cable may be damaged.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB04CON_STR-DH520U2.fm Selecting the calibration type You can select the calibration type you want and then perform the Auto Calibration. Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select “A. CAL”, then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select “CUSTOM”, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the calibration type you want, then press . • FULL.FLAT Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “AUTO xxx*”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence. masterpage: Left Basic Operations Playback * xxx represent a speaker channel. Note Input buttons Depending on the speaker pattern settings, test tone may not be output from all speakers even though you selected “AUTO xxx”. 5 Adjust the speaker levels.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm 4 5 Play back the source. Press MASTER VOL +/– or 2 +/– to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. 6 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”, then press or b. The cursor flashes and you can enter a character. 5 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy the surround sound. Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the input position backward and forward.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm 1 Press the corresponding input button which you want to check the information. 2 Press AMP MENU, then press DISPLAY repeatedly.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 28). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm Tuning to a station directly (Direct Tuning) You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. masterpage: Left Changing the AM tuning scale (USA and Canada models only) You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on the receiver. ?/1 You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 3 Press D.TUNING.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm Presetting FM/AM radio stations You can store up to 30 FM and 30 AM stations as your favorite stations as preset stations. Numeric buttons TUNER 4 masterpage: Right Hold down SHIFT, then press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. 5 Press . The station is stored as the selected preset number.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB05BAS_STR-DH520U2.fm Naming preset stations 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune to the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 41). 3 4 Press AMP MENU. 5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “TUNER”, then press or b. Press V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”, then press or b. The cursor flashes and you can enter a character.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB06ENJ_STR-DH520-U2.fm masterpage: Right Note 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 pre-programmed sound fields. You cannot select “A. DIRECT” when you select BD/DVD and GAME as input. Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB06ENJ_STR-DH520-U2.fm x HD-D.C.S. (HD Digital Cinema Sound) This mode 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.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB06ENJ_STR-DH520-U2.fm When headphones are connected You can only select the following sound fields 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.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB06ENJ_STR-DH520-U2.fm masterpage: Left Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of the connected equipment. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format Maximum number of channels Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital 5.1 a a Dolby Digital EX 6.1 a a 7.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB07BRA_STR-DH520U2.fm Resetting sound fields to the default settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. ?/1 MUSIC Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down MUSIC, press ?/1. “S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display panel and all sound fields are reset to their default setting.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB07BRA_STR-DH520U2.fm Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync The receiver is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function. • If your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, you can set the Control for HDMI function of the receiver and playback equipment automatically by setting the Control for HDMI function on your TV (page 48).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB07BRA_STR-DH520U2.fm Playing back equipment with one-touch operation (One-Touch Play) By a simple operation (one-touch), equipment connected to the receiver with “BRAVIA” Sync function start automatically. You can enjoy the sound/image from connected equipment. When you set “PASS.THRU” to “AUTO” or “ON”, sound and image can be output only from the TV while the receiver remains in standby mode.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB07BRA_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Turning off the receiver with the TV Enjoying movies with the optimum sound field (System Power-Off) (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync) 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 receiver’s remote control to turn off the TV.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Notes Advanced Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) When you connect equipment to both digital and analog audio 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 Press input button to select the input source. You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm 3 4 5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “A. ASSIGN”, “V. ASSIGN” or “H. ASSIGN”, then press or b. masterpage: Left Press V/v repeatedly to select the following setting, then press . For “A. ASSIGN” and “V. ASSIGN”: Select input jack you want to reassign. For “H. ASSIGN”: Select input name you want to assign to. Press V/v repeatedly to select the following setting, then press or b. To return to the previous display For “A.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Using the setting menu You can customize the receiver by making various adjustments with settings menu. AMP MENU , V/v/B/b RETURN/ EXIT O 1 2 Press AMP MENU. Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu item you want, then press or b. Press V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the setting you want, then press .
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details, see the referencing page in the parentheses. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] AUTO CALa) [A. CAL] (page 31) Auto Calibration (Standard) [STANDARD] LEVEL [LEVEL] (page 57) SPEAKER [SPKR] (page 57) Settings Default setting Auto Calibration (Custom) [CUSTOM] FULL.FLAT, ENGINEER FRONT.REF, OFF ENGINEER Test toneb) [T.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm Menu [Display] masterpage: Right Parameters [Display] Settings Default setting Surround speakers sizeb) [SUR SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Front high speakers sizeb) [FH SIZE] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Front left speaker distanceb) [FL DIST.] Front right speaker distanceb) [FR DIST.] Center speaker distanceb) [CNT DIST.] Surround left speaker distanceb) [SL DIST.] Surround right speaker distanceb) [SR DIST.
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D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm LEVEL menu You can adjust the level of each speaker manually. x T. TONE Lets you adjust the speaker levels while listening to the test tone from your seating position (page 35). x FL LVL, FR LVL, CNT LVL, SL LVL, SR LVL, SB LVL, SBL LVL, SBR LVL, LH LVL, RH LVL, SW LVL You can adjust each speaker’s level (front left/right, center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, front left/right high, subwoofer).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Tips x DIST.UNIT • 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.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm EQ menu You can adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. x BASS x TREBLE Note This function does not work when “A. DIRECT” is selected. TUNER menu You can set the FM station receiving mode and name the preset stations. x FM MODE x NAME IN Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see “Naming preset stations” (page 42). • SYNC OFF (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB08ADV_STR-DH520U2.fm HDMI menu You can make the required settings for equipment connected to the HDMI jack. x CTRL.HDMI Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 47). x PASS.THRU Lets you output the HDMI signals to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right Notes • This function does not work when TUNER input is selected. • If you use the Auto standby mode and the Sleep Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority. x NAME IN Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 37). Using the Remote Control Reassigning the input button You can change the default settings of the input buttons to suit the equipment in your system.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm 3 Referring to the following table, press the corresponding button for the category you want, then release AV ?/1. Resetting the input buttons Example: Press 1, then release AV ?/1. Now you can use the SAT/CATV button to control the Blu-ray Disc player.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Right On placement Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources On heat buildup On operation Before connecting other equipment, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm 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. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Power The receiver is turned off automatically. • “AUTO.STBY” is set to “STBY ON” (page 60).
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm There is no sound from a specific equipment. • Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that equipment. • Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the equipment. • Check the setting of “AUDIO.OUT” in the HDMI menu (page 60). • Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker. • Check the setting of “AUDIO.OUT” in the HDMI menu (page 60). • Check that the equipment is connected correctly to the HDMI jack for that equipment. • You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI. • Depending on the playback equipment, you may need to set up the HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with each equipment.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm When the receiver is in standby mode, there is no image output from the TV. • When the receiver enters into standby mode, image are from the last HDMI equipment selection before you turned off the receiver. If you are enjoying other equipment, play the equipment and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the receiver to select the HDMI equipment you want to enjoy. • Make sure “PASS.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm Other The Control for HDMI function does not work. • Check the HDMI connection (page 21, 22). • Make sure “CTRL.HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON” in the HDMI menu. • Make sure the connected equipment is compatible with the Control for HDMI function. • Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected equipment. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. • When “CTRL.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (USA model only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section USA model1) Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB09REM_STR-DH520U2.fm masterpage: Left Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms 80 MHz HD Pass Through General Power requirements Area Power requirements USA, Canada, Taiwan 120 V AC, 60 Hz Europe, Australia 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 240W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.3 W (When “CTRL.
D:\NORM'S JOB\SONY HA\SO0109\STR-DH520\4263361111_GB\GB01COV_STR-DH520U2IX.fm masterpage: Right Index Numerics M T 2 channel 43 5.1 channel 17 7.1 channel 17 Menu AUDIO 59 AUTO CAL 54 EQ 59 HDMI 60 LEVEL 57 SPEAKER 57 SURROUND 58 SYSTEM 60 TUNER 59 VIDEO 59 Movie mode 43 Music mode 44 Muting 37 Test Tone 35 Theater/Theatre Mode Sync 50 Tuner connecting 28 Tuning automatically 39 directly 40 to preset stations 41 TV connecting 21 A A.F.D.
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