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Sony 3-875-814-21(1) Operating Instructions Manual

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Printed in Malaysia
Multi Channel
AV Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-DA6400ES
©2009 Sony Corporation
3-875-814-21(1)

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  • Page 1 Printed in Malaysia Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DA6400ES ©2009 Sony Corporation 3-875-814-21(1)
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    EU directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108- 0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
  • Page 4 HDMI Licensing LLC. This product using Neural-THX manufactured under license from Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. Sony Corporation hereby grants the user a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited right of use to this product under USA and foreign patent, patent pending and other technology or trademarks owned by Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Description and location of parts ... 7 Getting Started 1: Installing speakers ... 21 2: Connecting speakers ... 23 3: Connecting the monitor ... 25 4a: Connecting the audio components ... 27 4b: Connecting the video components ... 32 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) ...
  • Page 6 System settings ...116 Operating without connecting to a TV ...117 Using the Remote Operating each component using the remote ...122 Programming the remote ...125 Performing several commands in sequence automatically (Macro Play) ...129 Setting remote commander codes that are not stored in the remote ...131 Clearing all the contents of the remote’s memory ...132...

  • Page 7: Description And Location Of Parts

    Description and location of parts Front panel Status of the POWER button The receiver is turned off (initial setting). Press POWER to turn the receiver on. You cannot turn the receiver on using the remote. On/Standby Press /1 on the remote to turn the receiver on or set it to the standby mode. When you press POWER on the receiver, the receiver will be turned off.
  • Page 8 Name Function A POWER Press to turn the receiver on or off. B SPEAKERS Switch to OFF, A, B, (OFF/A/B/A+B) A+B of the front speakers (page 47). C DIMMER Press repeatedly to adjust brightness of the display. D INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode when the same components are...
  • Page 9 Name Function Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items. Then press V/v/B/b selection. R GUI MODE Press to switch the display mode of the menu between GUI MODE (to display the menu on the TV screen) and DISPLAY MODE (to display the menu in the display window).
  • Page 10 Indicators on the display Name Function A SW Lights up when subwoofer is connected and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. While this indicator lights up, the receiver creates a subwoofer signal based on the L.F.E. signal in the disc being played back or the low frequency components of the front channels.
  • Page 11 Name Function B Playback The letters (L, C, R, etc.) channel indicate the channels being indicators played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left...
  • Page 12 Name Function G ZONE 2/ Lights up while operation in ZONE 3 zone 2/zone 3 is being enabled. H SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is activated. I L.F.E. Lights up when the disc being played back contains an L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) channel and the L.F.E.
  • Page 13 Name Function S Dolby Lights up one of the Pro Logic respective indictors when indicators the receiver applies Dolby Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. Dolby Pro Logic ;PLII Dolby Pro Logic II ;PLIIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx...

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Player, or a satellite tuner. An image and the sound are output to TV or a projector (page 25, 33). B Control jacks for Sony equipment and other external components IR REMOTE Connect an IR IN/OUT jacks repeater (page 78) or an IR Blaster (page 134).
  • Page 15 F ANTENNA section FM ANTENNA Connects to the FM jack wire antenna (aerial) supplied with this receiver (page 42). Connects to the AM ANTENNA loop antenna (aerial) jack supplied with this receiver (page 42). G RS-232C port Used for maintenance and service.
  • Page 16 Remote commander You can use the supplied remote to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. Main remote commander (RM-AAL021) Name Function A AV ?/1 (on/ Press to turn on or off the audio/...
  • Page 17 Name Function H D.TUNING Press SHIFT (wg), then press to enter direct tuning mode (page 65). I CLEAR Press SHIFT (wg), then press to – clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button. – return to continuous playback, etc. of the satellite tuner or DVD player.
  • Page 18 Name Function wj -/-- 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. wk A.F.D. Press to select sound field (page 69).
  • Page 19 2 or zone 3. Press AV ?/1 (1) at the same time to turn off the receivers in the main zone, zone 2 and zone 3, and any other Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY). C ZONE Press to enable the zone 2 or zone 3 operation (page 78).
  • Page 20 Name Function H F1/F2 Press BD or DVD (4), then press F1 or F2 to select a component to operate. • HDD/DISC combo F1: HDD F2: DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc • DVD/VHS combo F1: DVD disc, Blu-ray Disc F2: VHS Note The F1/F2 function does not work for video components that...

  • Page 21: Getting Started

    Getting Started 1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer). Enjoying a 5.1/7.1 channel system To fully enjoy theater-like multi-channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1 channel system).
  • Page 22 Tips • The angle A should be the same. • When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the seating position. • Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.

  • Page 23: 2: Connecting Speakers

    2: Connecting speakers Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied) AFront speaker A (L) BFront speaker A (R) CCenter speaker DSubwoofer ESurround back speaker (L) FSurround back speaker (R) GSurround speaker (L) HSurround speaker (R)
  • Page 24 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 a subwoofer, then sound may not be output.

  • Page 25: 3: Connecting The Monitor

    3: 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). It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.
  • Page 26 Notes • Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). • Connect image display components such as a TV monitor or a projector to the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack on the receiver. You may not be able to record, even if you connect recording components.

  • Page 27: 4A: Connecting The Audio Components

    4a: Connecting the audio components How to hook up your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.
  • Page 28 Connecting components with digital audio input/output jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player, an MD deck and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Super Audio CD player, CD player A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) Notes •...
  • Page 29 Notes 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 MULTI CHANNEL INPUT or SA-CD/CD IN jacks.
  • Page 30 Connecting components with multi-channel output jacks If your DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi-channel output jacks, you can connect them to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this receiver to enjoy multi-channel sound. Alternatively, the multi-channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi-channel decoder.
  • Page 31 Connecting components with analog audio jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a component with analog jacks, such as Super Audio CD, CD player, MD deck, tape deck and turntable, etc. Turntable A Audio cord (not supplied) Notes • If your turntable has a ground (earth) wire, connect it to the (U) SIGNAL GND terminal.

  • Page 32: 4B: Connecting The Video Components

    4b: Connecting the video components How to hook up your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.

  • Page 33: Connecting Components With Hdmi Jacks

    Connecting components with HDMI jacks HDMI is the abbreviated name for High- Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. HDMI features • A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers and the PRE OUT jacks on this receiver.
  • Page 34 To TV OPTICAL IN jacks Audio signals TV monitor, projector, etc. A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) Satellite tuner/Set-top box Audio/video signals...
  • Page 35 A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver.
  • Page 36 Notes on connecting cables • We recommend that you use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (made by Sony) for the HDMI jack corresponding to high speed (an HDMI version1.3a, category 2 cable) when you view images or listen to sound during a Deep Color transmission or when you watch a video image of 1080p or higher.

  • Page 37: Dvd Player, Blu-Ray Disc Player

    Connecting a DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

  • Page 38: Satellite Tuner, Set-Top Box

    Connecting a satellite tuner, Set-top box The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner, Set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied)

  • Page 39: Dvd Recorder, Vcr

    Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a DVD recorder or VCR, etc. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.

  • Page 40: Camcorder, Video Game, Etc

    To the VIDEO 2 IN/ PORTABLE AV IN jacks C Audio/video cord (not supplied) 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. •...
  • Page 41 Notes on converting video signals • When video signals from a VCR, etc., are converted on this receiver and then output to your TV, depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted horizontally or no image may be output.

  • Page 42: 5: Connecting The Antennas (Aerials)

    5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other components.

  • Page 43: 6: Preparing The Receiver And The Remote

    6: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN terminal on the receiver, then connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Notes •...

  • Page 44: 7: Displaying The Gui Menu On The Tv Screen

    Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the main and the zone 2/zone 3 remote commanders. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. •...

  • Page 45: 8: Setting The Speakers

    Press GUI MODE. After “GUI MODE ON” has appeared in the display window of the receiver, “GUI MODE” appears. The receiver menu is displayed on the TV screen. You can select the language to be used for messages on the GUI menu on the TV screen from English, Spanish, French and German.
  • Page 46 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Settings,” then press The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “Speaker,” then press Press V/v repeatedly to select “Impedance,” then press Press V/v repeatedly to select “4 Ω” or “8 Ω” depending on the speakers you are using, then press The parameter you have selected is...

  • Page 47: 9: Calibrating The Appropriate Speaker Settings Automatically (Auto Calibration)

    Selecting the front speakers You can select the front speakers you want to drive. SPEAKERS switch Set the SPEAKERS switch to select the front speaker system you want to drive. Note This setting is not available when headphones are connected. Set to To select The speakers connected to the...
  • Page 48 Optimizer microphone Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. Set up the optimizer microphone. 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. Orient the L end of the optimizer microphone toward the front left speaker and the R end of the optimizer microphone toward the front...
  • Page 49 • The measurement result is not utilized in the following cases. –The multi-channel input is selected. –“2ch Analog Direct” is being used. • The measurement result is not utilized when Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of higher than 96 kHz are being received.
  • Page 50 Press V/v repeatedly and un-check the items you do not want to measure, then press b. The confirmation screen, asking whether you are ready to start measurement, appears. Press to select “Start.” The measurement starts in five seconds. When the measurement ends, a beep sounds and the measurement result appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 51 Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. Engineer Sets the frequency to one that matches that of the Sony listening room standard. Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.
  • Page 52 Checking the auto calibration results If a warning message or error code appears in step 8 of “Performing auto calibration” (page 48), check the problem of the error and perform auto calibration again. Press B/b to select “Yes,” then press when “Error occurred during calibration, press to investigate.”...
  • Page 53 Display Explanation Warning 44 Measurement has been completed. However the speakers are not placed in the proper position with respect to each other. See “1: Installing speakers” (page 21) and check the relative positions of the speakers. NO WARNING There is no warning information. ---------- No speakers are connected.

  • Page 54: Guide To On-Screen Display Operation

    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 on the remote. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE”...
  • Page 55 To exit “GUI MODE” Press GUI MODE. “GUI MODE OFF” appears and you can operate the receiver using the menu in the display window of the receiver. Overview of the main menus Menu icon Description Input Selects the input source component connected to the receiver (page 57).
  • Page 56 Press V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want, then press To exit the menu Press MENU.

  • Page 57: Playback

    Playback Enjoying sound/images from the component connected to the receiver Refer to “Using Network Features” supplied with these operating instructions for details on playing back content on your home network. MASTER MUTING Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote.

  • Page 58: Adjust The Volume

    Selected input Components that can be used HDMI1, 2, 3, HDMI components 4, 5, 6 connected to the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4, HDMI5, or HDMI6 jack. Turn on the component and start playback. Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume. Tips •...

  • Page 59: Enjoying Sound/Images From The Components Connected To The Digital Media Port

    For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Connecting components with digital audio input/output jacks” (page 28). You can use the following Sony DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters: • TDM-BT1 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio Adapter • TDM-NW1/NW10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter •...
  • Page 60 MASTER Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Music” or “ or b. press Press V/v repeatedly to select “DMPORT1,” “DMPORT2,” or a component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, then press...

  • Page 61: Operating The Tdm-Ip1/Ip50 Using The Gui Menu Of The Receiver

    Operating the TDM-iP1/ iP50 using the GUI menu of the receiver Make sure that “System GUI” is selected in step 4 in “Changing the operation screen using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT” (page 62). Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote.
  • Page 62 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Shuffle,” “Repeat,” or “Audiobook Speed,” then press Press V/v repeatedly to select the mode you want to select from the following, then press x Shuffle (TDM-iP1/iP50 only) Plays all the tracks in random order. • Off Deactivates the shuffle play mode.
  • Page 63 • Adapter GUI This mode is for the TDM-iP1/iP50. The menu of the adapter will be displayed on the TV screen. • iPod This mode can be selected only when the TDM-iP1/iP50 is connected. To operate the TDM-iP1/iP50 using the adapter menu Make sure that “Adapter GUI”...

  • Page 64: Tuning

    Tuning Listening to FM/AM radio Refer to “Using Network Features” supplied with these operating instructions for details on listening to the Internet 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 42).

  • Page 65: Direct Tuning

    Tuning into a station directly (Direct Tuning) Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “...

  • Page 66: Presetting Fm/Am Radio Stations

    Program type Description indication Weather & Metr Weather information Finance Stock market reports and trading, etc. Children’s Progs Programs for children Social Affairs Programs about people and the things that affect them Religion Programs of religious content Phone In Programs where members of the public express their views by phone or in a public forum Travel &...
  • Page 67 Press V/v to select a preset number, then press The station is stored as the selected preset number. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset another station. You can store stations as follows: • AM band: AM1 to AM30 • FM band: FM1 to FM30 Tuning to preset stations Press AMP.

  • Page 68: Enjoying Surround Sound

    Enjoying Surround Sound 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 component connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver. 2CH/ A.DIRECT Press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly to select the 2-channel sound mode of the...

  • Page 69: Playing Back With Multi-Channel Surround

    Playing back with multi-channel surround The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi-channel sound. A.F.D. Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the A.F.D. mode you want. A.F.D.
  • Page 70 Setting a multi-channel surround sound effect Start playing a sound source you want to listen to (CD, DVD, etc.). Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. A.F.D. mode PLII* PLIIx* Neo:6 Cinema...
  • Page 71 Notes • This function does not work when the multi- channel input is selected. • This function does not work when DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of higher than 48 kHz are being received. • This function does not work when Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of higher than 96 kHz are being received.

  • Page 72: Enjoying A Surround Effect For Music

    Enjoying a surround effect for music You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of concert halls into your home. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the surround effect you want for music. Sound field D.Concert Hall A D.Concert Hall B...
  • Page 73 To listen to music through headphones connected to the receiver Sound field Effect Headphone (2ch) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “2ch Stereo” mode or A.F.D. mode is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi-channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.

  • Page 74: Enjoying A Surround Effect For Movies

    Press 2CH/A.DIRECT or A.F.D. MOVIE Effect Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater”...
  • Page 75 Notes • The sound fields for movies do not work when the multi-channel input is selected. • The sound fields for movies do not work when DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of higher than 48 kHz are being received. •...
  • Page 76 Digital audio formats supported by the receiver Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks for the components connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format Dolby Digital Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD DTS-ES DTS 96/24...
  • Page 77 Audio format Multi channel Linear PCM a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback component. b)Signals with a sampling frequency of higher than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. Connection of the playback component and Maximum number of channels...

  • Page 78: Using Multi-Zone Features

    3. When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you can operate both a component in the main zone and Sony receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 from zone 2 or zone 3. To operate the receiver from zone 2 or zone 3...

  • Page 79: Making A Multi-Zone Connection

    Main zone IR REMOTE IN ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT* ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver * You can also connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack. STR-DA6400ES Zone 2 monitor RM-AAP026...
  • Page 80 2:Zone 3 connections Main room Zone 3 IR REMOTE IN STR-DA6400ES ZONE 3 AUDIO OUT RM-AAP026 A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver...

  • Page 81: Setting The Speakers In Zone 2

    Setting the speakers in zone 2 When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals of the receiver (page 79), make the setting so that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from the speakers connected to the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals.

  • Page 82: Switching The Zone Setting Of The Remote

    Switching the zone setting of the remote The remote commanders are initially set to be used in zone 2. If you want to use them in zone 3, switch the zone setting of the remote. Main remote RM SET SHIFT Zone 2/Zone 3 remote RM SET SHIFT...

  • Page 83: Operating The Receiver From Another Zone (Zone 2/Zone 3 Operations)

    Operating the receiver from another zone (ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations) The following operations are described for connecting an IR repeater and operating the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3. When an IR repeater is not connected, use this receiver in the main zone.

  • Page 84: Listening To The Same Music In Different Zone (Party Mode)

    Operating the receiver from zone 3 Turn on the main receiver (this receiver) and the amplifier in zone 3. Press ZONE. The remote switches to zone 3. Change the zone setting of the remote to zone 3 in advance (page 82). Press ?/1.
  • Page 85 Press B to select “Start,” then press The same sound of the input selected in main zone is output in the zone selected in party mode (page 109). To exit the party mode Select other input in zone 2 or zone 3. Refer to “Operating the receiver from another zone (ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations)”...

  • Page 86: Using Other Features

    When your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function When you connect a Sony TV with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, the Control for HDMI function of the receiver can be turned on simultaneously by turning the Control for HDMI function of the TV on.
  • Page 87 Notes • When you pull out the HDMI cable or change the connection, perform the steps given in “When your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI- Easy Setting” function” (page 86) or “When your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI- Easy Setting”...
  • Page 88 Press V/v repeatedly to select “ON,” then press The Control for HDMI function of the receiver is activated. Press GUI MODE to exit the GUI menu. If the GUI menu is displayed, the Control for HDMI function of the playback components will not work properly.

  • Page 89: Switching The Monitors That Output The Hdmi Video Signals

    Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off) 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.

  • Page 90: Switching Between Digital And Analog Audio

    Switching between digital and analog audio When you connect components 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.

  • Page 91: Enjoying The Sound/Images From Other Inputs (Input Assign)

    Enjoying the sound/ images from other inputs (Input Assign) You can reassign video and/or audio signals to another input. Example) Connect the OPTICAL OUT jack of the DVD player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN jack of this receiver when you want to input the only digital optical audio signals from the DVD player.
  • Page 92 Input name VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD SAT TAPE MD SA-CD/ Video1 Assignable Composite video input jacks Video2 – Composite – Composite – Composite – Composite Component1 Component2 Component3 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4 HDMI5 HDMI6 Assignable Video1 audio input jacks Video2 –...

  • Page 93: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press AMP. Press SLEEP repeatedly. Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows: When sleep timer is being used, “SLEEP” lights up in the display window of the receiver.

  • Page 94: Enjoying The Surround Effect At Low Volume Levels

    Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels 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.

  • Page 95: Recording Using The Receiver

    Recording using the receiver You can record from a video/audio component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. Recording onto a MiniDisc or audio tape You can record onto a MiniDisc or audio tape using the receiver.

  • Page 96: Switching The Command Mode Of The Receiver And The Remote

    (COMMAND MODE AV 1 or COMMAND MODE AV 2) of the receiver and the remote. Switch the command mode from the initial setting to the appropriate setting, if other Sony component is operated accidentally by the same remote, when you are operating the receiver using the remote supplied with the receiver.

  • Page 97: Using A Bi-Amplifier Connection

    Switching the command mode of the main remote commander RM SET SHIFT 1, 2 Press ?/1 while pressing RM SET UP. The AMP and ZONE buttons flash. Press AMP. The ZONE button goes off, the AMP button keeps flashing and the SHIFT button lights up.
  • Page 98 Press V/v to select “ or b. press Press V/v to select “Speaker,” then press or b. Press V/v to select “Speaker Pattern,” then press Press V/v to select the appropriate speaker pattern so that there are no surround back speakers. Press RETURN/EXIT O.

  • Page 99: Adjusting Settings

    Adjusting Settings Using the setting menu You can adjust the various settings for speakers, surround effects, multi zone, etc. using the setting menu. To display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in “GUI MODE”...

  • Page 100: Auto Calibration

    To return to the previous screen Press RETURN/EXIT O. To exit the menu Press MENU. Setting menu list Menu icon Description Auto Sets the speaker level or Calibration distance and makes the measurement automatically (page 100). Speaker Sets the speaker position and impedance manually (page 102).
  • Page 101 Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. • Engineer Sets the frequency to match that of the Sony listening room standard. • Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speakers.

  • Page 102: Speaker Settings

    Speaker settings You can adjust each speaker manually. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the auto calibration is completed. Note The Speaker settings are only for the current “Seating Position.” Impedance You can set the speaker impedance. For details, see “8: Setting the speakers”...

  • Page 103: Manual Setup

    Manual Setup You can adjust each speaker manually on the Manual Setup screen. You can also adjust the speaker levels after the auto calibration is completed. To adjust the speaker level You can adjust each speaker’s level (center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, subwoofer).

  • Page 104: Test Tone

    Tips • 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”...
  • Page 105 from adjacent speakers. Some items may not be displayed, depending on the setting of the speaker pattern. Press V/v to adjust “Level:,” then press 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.

  • Page 106: Surround Settings

    Distance Unit (Distance unit) Lets you select the unit of measure for setting distances. x meter The distance is displayed in meters. x feet The distance is displayed in feet. Surround settings You can adjust the sound effect on the Sound Field Setup screen.

  • Page 107: Eq Settings

    Enhanced Sur Mode You can select the decoding mode for the sound field. For details on the decoding modes available, see “Setting a multi-channel surround sound effect” (page 70). x PLII Performs Dolby Pro Logic II decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 5.1 channels.

  • Page 108: Multi Zone Settings

    Multi Zone settings You can make settings for the main zone, zone 2 or zone 3. Multi Zone Setup Turning the power on or off for zone 2/zone 3 You can turn zone 2 or zone 3 operation on or off.

  • Page 109: Audio Settings

    Press V/v to select the input, then press check the box. x MAIN (for “Zone2” and “Zone3” only) Lets you link operation of trigger in zone 2 or zone 3 to the main receiver. Tips • Even when this receiver is standby mode (press ?/1 on the remote to turned off this receiver), the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 remains turned on.

  • Page 110: Night Mode

    Dual Mono (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during a digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. x MAIN/SUB Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker, and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.

  • Page 111: Video Settings

    Video settings Makes settings for video. Resolution (Converting video signals) Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals. For details on video input/output conversion classified according to the Resolution menu settings, see Figure 1 on page 112. x AUTO x DIRECT Lets you output analog video input signals without conversion.
  • Page 112 Figure 1 “Resolution” menu setting Input signals DIRECT Component video Composite video AUTO Component video (initial setting) Composite video 480i/576i Component video Composite video 480p/576p Component video Composite video 720p, 1080i Component video Composite video 1080p Component video Composite video z : Video signals are converted and output through the video converter.
  • Page 113 Figure 2 Output from “Zone Resolution” Input signals menu setting 480i/576i Component video (initial setting) Composite video 480p/576p Component video Composite video 720p, 1080i Component video Composite video z : Video signals are converted and output through the video converter. –...

  • Page 114: Hdmi Settings

    HDMI settings Makes the required settings for components connected to the HDMI jacks. Control for HDMI Lets you turn the function which controls components connected to the HDMI jack using an HDMI cable on or off. x OFF x ON Note When you set “Control for HDMI”...

  • Page 115: Network Settings

    In this case, select “AMP” for “Audio Out.” • The H.A.T.S. function of this receiver works when a Sony SCD-XA5400ES is connected to the receiver. Stream information about the H.A.T.S. function available...

  • Page 116: Quick Click Settings

    Quick Click settings Controls components connected to the receiver using the on-screen remote. Source Component Selects the source component that is to be operated. x Preset Mode Customizes the remote to match the source components connected to your receiver. x Learn Mode Allows the remote learn codes.

  • Page 117: Operating Without Connecting To A Tv

    Operating without connecting to a TV You can operate the receiver using the display window of the receiver even if the TV is not connected to the receiver. RETURN/ EXIT O Using the menu in the display window If “GUI MODE” is displayed in the display window of the receiver, press GUI MODE to switch the display mode of the menu to “DISPLAY MODE.”...
  • Page 118 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 Auto Calibration AUTO CAL START? 5 4 3 2 1 MEASURING: TONE MEASURING: T.S.P. MEASURING: WOOFER COMPLETE [xxxxxxxxxx]...
  • Page 119 Menu Item Speaker Settings SP PATTERN [xxxxx] FRONT SP [xxxxx] CENTER SP [xxxxx] SURROUND SP [xxxxx] BI-AMP [xxx] ZONE2 SP [xxx] FRONT L [xxxxxxxxx] FRONT R [xxxxxxxxx] CENTER [xxxxxxxxx] SURROUND L [xxxxxxxxx] SURROUND R [xxxxxxxxx] SUR BACK [xxxxxxxxx] SUR BACK L [xxxxxxxxx] SUR BACK R [xxxxxxxxx]...
  • Page 120 Menu Item Sur Settings SOUND FIELD SELECT ? [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxx] ENHANCED SUR SELECT? [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxx] EFFECT LEVEL [xxx%] EQ Settings FRONT BASS [xxxdB] FRONT TREBLE [xxxdB] CENTER BASS [xxxdB] CENTER TREBLE [xxxdB] SUR/SB BASS [xxxdB] SUR/SB TREBLE [xxxdB] Tuner Settings FM MODE [xxxxxx] NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx] FMxx [xxxxxxxx]...
  • Page 121 Menu Item System Settings NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx] PARTY SETUP [xxxxxxx] ZONE2/3, ZONE2, ZONE3 12V TRIG. MAIN [xxxxx] 12V TRIG. ZONE2 [xxxxx] 12V TRIG. ZONE3 [xxxxx] RS-232C CONTROL [xxx] SERVER [xxx] VERSION [x.xxx] * To activate the H.A.T.S. function, select “ON” for “CTRL FOR HDMI.” To change the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display.

  • Page 122: Using The Remote

    You can control Sony or non-Sony components you are using with the remote supplied with the receiver. The remote is initially set to control Sony components. When you change the settings of the remote according to the components you are using,...
  • Page 123 Table of buttons used to control each component (Main remote commander) Component TV VCR player, DVD/VHS Button combo AV ?/1 Numeric buttons TV INPUT, WIDE -/-- ENT/MEM CLEAR TOOLS/OPTIONS DISPLAY RETURN/EXIT V/v/B/b, MENU, HOME ./> B·/·b m/TUNING –, M/TUNING + DISC SKIP N, X, x MUTING,...
  • Page 124 Table of buttons used to control each component (Zone 2/Zone 3 remote commander) Component TV VCR player, DVD/VHS Button combo AV ?/1 Numeric buttons TV INPUT, WIDE, PICTURE, FAVORITES -/-- ENTER OPTIONS/TOOLS DISPLAY RETURN/EXIT V/v/B/b, MENU, HOME ./> B·/·b m/TUNING –, M/TUNING + DISC SKIP N, X, x...

  • Page 125: Programming The Remote

    The procedure below uses as an example a case in which a VCR made by a company other than Sony is connected to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the receiver. Main remote...
  • Page 126 Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. Since the remote signal that a...
  • Page 127 To control a DVD/VIDEO COMBO (recorder) Maker Code(s) SONY To control a HDD/DVD COMBO (recorder) Maker Code(s) SONY 401, 402, 403 To control a TV Maker Code(s) SONY AIWA 501, 536, 539 AKAI CENTURION CORONADO CURTIS-MATHES 503, 551, 566, 567...
  • Page 128 TELEFUNKEN 751, 752 TOSHIBA 747, 756 ZENITH * If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead. To control a satellite tuner (box) Maker Code(s) SONY 801, 802, 803, 804, 824,...

  • Page 129: Performing Several Commands In Sequence Automatically (Macro Play)

    Performing several commands in sequence automatically (Macro Play) The Macro Play function lets you link several commands in a sequential order as a single command. The remote provides 2 macro lists (MACRO 1 and MACRO 2). You can specify up to 20 commands for each macro list.

  • Page 130: Other Components

    Press the buttons you want to program in the same sequence as you want the operation(s) to be performed. Press Operations to be programmed N, x, X, Performs the operation M, m, of the button. ., > The input Switches inputs. button for more than 1 second MACRO 1 or...

  • Page 131: Setting Remote Commander Codes That Are Not Stored In The Remote

    Setting remote commander codes that are not stored in the remote Even if a remote commander code is not one of the presets stored in the remote, it is possible for the remote to learn the code using the learning function. Note When setting up the receiver to learn the remote command modes, replace the batteries with new...

  • Page 132: Clearing All The Contents Of The Remote's Memory

    Using a command that has been learned When selecting a learned input, press the button used to learn that function. To erase the learned code Press THEATRE while pressing RM SET UP. Press the input button (VIDEO2 in the example) for which you want to clear the setting.

  • Page 133: Using On-Screen Remote (Quick Click)

    Using On-screen Remote (Quick Click) Operating components or lighting connected to the receiver using the on screen remote (Quick Click) You can control components connected to the receiver, a projector, and the light control unit using the on-screen remote on the TV screen. On-Screen remote (Quick Click) IR Blaster Common Components...

  • Page 134: Preparing Quick Click

    After referring to the operating instructions of the components connected to the receiver make sure to place the IR Blaster just above or below the remote sensor. Remote sensors on Sony Recorders and other products are identified by the symbol. Note Do not remove the backing paper from the IR Blaster yet.

  • Page 135: Using Quick Click

    Using Quick Click You can control components connected to the receiver, a TV, projector, or lighting using the on-screen remote on the TV screen. Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “...
  • Page 136 Table of buttons used to control each component (Quick Click) Refer to “Operating the components connected to the receiver” for details on the buttons of the on- screen remote. Category Button 10 key +10 (•) – Input Display (Info) – Top Menu (Guide) m/N/M/x/X –...
  • Page 137 Operating the components connected to the receiver You can control components connected to the receiver using the “Menu” and “10 key” features of Quick Click. The following explanation provides examples of normal operation. The component may work differently, or may not work at all depending on the component.
  • Page 138 10 key tab Button Function Select to turn components connected to the receiver on or off. B 10 key Select to – select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player, Blu- ray Disc Player, or MD deck. – select channel numbers of the TV, Satellite tuner or the VCR.
  • Page 139 Operating the TV, projector or lighting To operate the TV, select ( Common tab Button Function A Macro Select to start a macro programmed with Quick Click. Select to turn components connected to the receiver on or off. C 10 key Select to select channel numbers of the TV, Satellite tuner or the VCR.
  • Page 140 Button Function D V/v/B/b, Select V/v/B/b to select menu items. Then press the selection. E Menu Select to display the menu of components connected to the receiver. F Exit Select to exit the menu. G Input Select the input source of the components connected to the receiver.

  • Page 141: Setting Components That Are Operated By The On-Screen Remote

    If you want to have a test, select “Play” on the TV screen. Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to select “Finish,” then press V/v/B/b, To cancel the settings Select “Cancel,” then press MENU The maker list of the corresponding component SONY AKAI B&O BRIONVEGA CROWN DUAL FERGUSON GOODMANS HANSOL HOHER...
  • Page 142 OKANO ORION PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER ROADSTAR SABA SABA, TELEFUNKEN SAMSUNG SANYO SCHNEIDER SELECO SHARP TELEFUNKEN THOMSON TOSHIBA UNITED VIETA Projector SONY EPSON MITSUBISHI OLYMPUS OPTOMA RUNCO SHARP SONY AIWA AKAI FENER FUNAI GOLDSTAR GRUNDIG HITACHI LOEWE NOKIA NORDMENDE OKANO PANASONIC...

  • Page 143: Digital Video Recorder

    PULSAR REGAL RODGERS RUNCO SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SEREN SIGECOM SUSQUEHANNA TIME WARNER TOCOM TOSHIBA VIDEOTRON WIDEOPENWEST ZENITH Satellite tuner (box) SONY AMSTRAD AMSTRAD/RADIX B SKY B CANAL + GALAXIS GOLD BOX GRUNDIG HYUNDAI JERROLD KATHREIN MATSUI NIKKO NOKIA NTV PLUS 2000...

  • Page 144: Performing Several Commands In Sequence Automatically With Quick Click (Macro Play)

    Performing several commands in sequence automatically with Quick Click (Macro Play) You can use the macro function easily with Quick Click. Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “...
  • Page 145 Starting macro play Press AMP. The AMP button lights up, and then turns off. Press QUICK CLICK. The on-screen remote is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v/B/b to select MACRO on on-screen remote. The macro list appears on the TV screen. Press V/v to select the macro number you want to start.

  • Page 146: Setting Remote Control Codes That Are Not Stored In Quick Click

    Setting remote control codes that are not stored in Quick Click Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “ Settings,” then press Press V/v repeatedly to select “Quick Click,”...

  • Page 147: Resetting The Remote Code For Quick Click

    To cancel learning Select “Cancel” on one of the screens displayed in step 8, 10 and 11, then press To use a command that has been learned Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “Input,”...
  • Page 148 Press V/v repeatedly to select the component you want, then press Press V/v repeatedly to select “Reset,” then press The confirming message appears on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “Yes,” then press All the contents of the selected input (e.g., all the programmed data) are cleared.

  • Page 149: Glossary

    Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) Unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound”...

  • Page 150: Dolby Pro Logic Iix

    Digital Legato Linear (D.L.L.) This is Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio signals to be played back with high quality sound. Old recording or compressed audio often have noise on the waveform and out-of-frequency distortion, as well as harmonic distortion, in the audio frequency is generated.
  • Page 151 x DTS Digital Surround Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction. x DTS-ES Format for 6.1 channels playback with surround back information. There are two modes, “Discrete 6.1”...

  • Page 152: Precautions

    x L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) Sound effects of low frequencies which are output from a subwoofer in Dolby Digital or DTS, etc. By adding a deep bass with a frequency between 20 to 120 Hz, audio becomes more powerful. x Neural THX ®...

  • Page 153: 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.
  • Page 154 There is no sound from one of the front speakers. • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly.
  • Page 155 • Make sure the center/surround speaker (s) is (are) set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE.” There is no sound from the surround back speakers. • Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX logos.
  • Page 156 The image of the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is corrupted. • Video input signals other than 480p component are not received when signals are output from the VIDEO jack. Input 480i component video signals. • When component input signals other than 480p are output, use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack and set “Resolution”...
  • Page 157 • No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 66). • Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears on the display. RDS does not work. • Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station.

  • Page 158: Error Messages

    (page 96). • Make sure you select the correct input on the remote. • When you operate a programmed non- Sony component, the remote may not function properly depending on the model and the maker of the component. Error messages If there is a malfunction, the display shows a code of two numbers and a message.

  • Page 159: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%): 120 W + 120 W Reference Power Output at Stereo Mode (4 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.15%): 120 W + 120 W Reference Power Output (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
  • Page 160 HDMI Video Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) 640 × 480p@60 Hz 720 × 480p@59.94/60 Hz 1280 × 720p@59.94/60 Hz 1920 × 1080i@59.94/60 Hz 1920 × 1080p@59.94/60 Hz 720 × 576p@50 Hz 1280 × 720p@50 Hz 1920 × 1080i@50 Hz 1920 × 1080p@50 Hz 1920 ×...

  • Page 161: Index

    Index Symbols U SIGNAL GND terminal 31 Numerics 2 channel 68 2ch Analog Direct 68 2ch Stereo Mode 68 4 Ω 46 5.1 channel 21 7.1 channel 21 8 Ω 46 A.F.D. (mode) 69 A/V Sync 59 AC power cord 43 AM 64 Audio 109 AUDIO OUT 120...
  • Page 162 INPUT MODE 90 iPod 61 L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effect) 12 LARGE 103 Level 107 MASTER VOLUME 8 Menu 44 Messages Auto Calibration 52 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 62 Error 158 Movie 74 Multi Zone 78 Music 60 Muting 58 Name Input 58 Neural-THX 70 Night Mode 94 Option menu 55...

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