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Sony STR-LV700R Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
STR-LV700R
©2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 4-249-847-12(1) FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-LV700R ©2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc., and do not place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Overview...5 Preparations Verifying the setup procedure... 8 — Preparing the receiver Step 1: Verifying the connection procedure for your type of output devices... 9 Step 1a: Connecting digital components... 10 Step 1b: Connecting analogue components ... 13 Step 1c: Connecting antennae ...
  • Page 4 — Watching broadcasts received by the VAIO computer Watching television broadcasts... 70 Changing the television image quality... 72 — Recording broadcasts received by the VAIO computer Recording television broadcasts ... 73 Timer recording ... 75 Changing the recording quality... 76 Changing Network Media settings Setting the receiver IP address ...

  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview The receiver supports the Dolby Pro Logic II system used in creating 5.1-channel audio from two- channel sources such as television or video, and allows you to enjoy high quality digital surround sound. The receiver is also equipped with Network Media, which allows you to view photographs (still images), watch video, or play back music on a VAIO computer through the 5.1-channel speaker system and television connected to the receiver.
  • Page 6 Connecting several VAIO computers to the receiver You can connect several VAIO computers through a router (equipped with a hub) or a standard hub. When you do so, you can select which VAIO computer to use as the data source. What you can do with Network Media Television/ Video...
  • Page 7 Network Media multimedia compatibility Media Playable material Video Video capsules recorded with Giga Pocket or Network Media on the VAIO computer Music Playlists saved on the VAIO computer with SonicStage or SonicStage Premium Photographs Photographs (still images) saved on the VAIO computer with PictureGear Studio photographs (still images) saved in a specific folder on the VAIO computer...

  • Page 8: Preparations

    Note Before you proceed, make sure that you verify the contents of the STR-LV700R package. For a complete list of the supplied items, see page 94. If any item is missing and/or damaged, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 9: Preparing The Receiver

    — Preparing the receiver This section describes how to set up the receiver before using it. Step 1: Verifying the connection procedure for your type of output devices Specific connection procedures for your output devices are explained in steps 1a, 1b, and 1c. Refer to the table below to proceed.

  • Page 10: Step 1A: Connecting Digital Components

    Step 1a: Connecting digital components Connecting a DVD player, video, or satellite tuner For details about the necessary cables (A 1 Connecting audio HDD/MD Connect to the COAX IN or the OPT IN jack. We recommend connecting to the COAX IN jack. Notes •...

  • Page 11: Connecting Video

    2 Connecting video HDD/MD TV/SAT Note When you connect the audio output of your television to the VIDEO IN (AUDIO) jack of the receiver, you can listen to the television audio through the receiver. If you do so, also connect the video output of your television to the VIDEO IN (VIDEO) jack of the receiver.

  • Page 12: Md Deck/Tape Deck With Digital Output Jacks 1)

    Connecting an MD or tape deck For details about the necessary cables (A Notes • All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. • You cannot record digital multi-channel surround sound digitally. •...

  • Page 13: Step 1B: Connecting Analogue Components

    Step 1b: Connecting analogue components Connecting an audio component For details about the necessary cables (A Audio recorder, MD/tape deck INPUT OUTPUT LINE HDD/MD Satellite tuner D), see page 9. – LINE MONITOR OPT OUT OPT IN TV/SAT VIDEO HDD/MD OUTPUT LINE VIDEO...

  • Page 14: With Analogue Output Jacks Only 2)

    Connecting a video component When you connect your television to the MONITOR jack, you can watch the video from the selected input (for details, see page 57). For details about the necessary cables (A HDD/MD Television INPUT VIDEO MONITOR OPT OUT OPT IN TV/SAT VIDEO...

  • Page 15: Step 1C: Connecting Antennae

    Step 1c: Connecting antennae Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. ANTENNA ANTENNA Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. •...

  • Page 16: Step 2: Connecting Speakers

    Step 2: Connecting speakers Connect your speakers to the receiver. You can connect up to a 5.1-channel speaker system to the receiver. To fully enjoy cinema quality multi-channel surround sound, you need five speakers (two front, one centre, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer. 5.1-channel speaker configuration example Front speaker (L) Subwoofer...
  • Page 17 Necessary cables A Speaker cables (not supplied) B Monaural audio cable (not supplied) Front speaker (R) Centre speaker VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO FRONT R – AUDIO – WOOFER SURR R OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN (IMPEDANCE USE 6-16 ) TV/SAT SPEAKERS INPUT AUDIO...

  • Page 18: Step 3: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    Step 3: Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord of the receiver to the power outlet. Initial setup Before using the receiver for the first time, initialise the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return the settings that you have made to their defaults.

  • Page 19: Step 5: Setting Up The Speakers

    Step 5: Setting up the speakers You can use the SET UP menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. MAIN MENU Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press the black MAIN MENU button repeatedly until SET UP appears on the display.
  • Page 20 The LARGE and SMALL settings of 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.

  • Page 21: Step 6: Adjusting The Speaker Levels And Balance

    Step 6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance — TEST TONE Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the level of each speaker. TEST TONE MAIN MENU Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Rotate VOLUME on the receiver clockwise.

  • Page 22: Preparing Network Media

    • VAIO computer models marketed before October 2003 do not support the functions above. • Depending on the configuration of your VAIO computer, there may be some operation restrictions. For details about these restrictions and up-to-date information, visit the Sony home audio customer support Web site at http://www.vaio-link.com/info/lv700R/EN/...

  • Page 23: Step 3: Connections

    Step 3: Connections Evaluating your home network You can connect the receiver to your VAIO computer(s) using the Ethernet port of your computer(s), a router with a built-in network switch, or a network switching device. These examples of home networks can help you determine the best connection method for the receiver and VAIO computer(s).
  • Page 24 DSL or cable modem with a built-in router and network switch ports (sold separately) LINE To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) Network cable with ferrite core To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) Internet ANTENNA To Ethernet port (supplied) STR-LV700R HDD/MD...
  • Page 25 This connection method may vary depending on factors specific to your network. Internet LINE DSL or cable modem with a built-in router Generic hub To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core Network cable (sold separately) ANTENNA HDD/MD (supplied) STR-LV700R continued...
  • Page 26 (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) Network cable with ferrite core To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) Internet Router device with a built-in network switch (sold separately) ANTENNA To Ethernet port STR-LV700R (supplied) HDD/MD...
  • Page 27 Connect the WAN jack on the router device to the LAN jack (residential complex). Note This connection method may vary depending on factors specific to your network. Router device with a built-in network switch (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core (supplied) Network cable (sold separately) ANTENNA HDD/MD STR-LV700R continued...
  • Page 28 To Ethernet port Cross-wired Connection cable adapter Network cable with ferrite core (supplied) ANTENNA To Ethernet port STR-LV700R Network cable with ferrite core (supplied) ANTENNA To Ethernet port STR-LV700R HDD/MD HDD/MD...
  • Page 29 • If you are using a multiple-port network switching device, your VAIO computer must have a fixed IP address. Network switch with a built-in network switch separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core Network cable (sold separately) or router device (sold ANTENNA HDD/MD (supplied) STR-LV700R...

  • Page 30: Step 4: Vaio Computer Setup

    Step 4: VAIO computer setup To be able to use Network Media, you must first start VAIO Media Music Server, Photo Server, and Giga Pocket Server. Configure Music Server and Photo Server according to the instructions in section 4a, “VAIO Media preparations (starting services)” (page 30), and Giga Pocket Server according the instructions in section 4b, “Starting Giga Pocket Server”...
  • Page 31 Step 4c: Assigning a fixed IP address to the VAIO computer In the environments, it is necessary to assign a fixed IP address to the VAIO computer with the following procedure. • Home networks 5 and 6 (page 28). • Home network 7 (page 29) without a router equipped with a hub. Note Do not make these settings if you are using a router or a router equipped with a hub.
  • Page 32 Right-click Local Area Connection and click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears. On the General tab, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box appears. Select Use the following IP address, and then type the following addresses in IP address and Subnet mask.
  • Page 33 Click OK. The fixed IP address of the VAIO computer is set. Close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box and Network Connections window. 1 Select this option. 2 Type the values above.

  • Page 34: Step 5: Preparations Needed To Use Network Media

    Turn on your television and select the input connected to the receiver. If you are using a Sony television, you can turn on the television and select the input with the remote. Press the ?/1 button on the remote to turn on the receiver.

  • Page 35: Step 6: Setting The Receiver Ip Address Acquisition Method

    Step 6: Setting the receiver IP address acquisition method Depending on the environment in which you are using Network Media, use the following procedure to select the method of acquiring an IP address for the receiver. Press the blue MAIN MENU button. The main menu appears.

  • Page 36: Step 7: Restarting The Receiver

    Press the TV ?/1 button to turn off the television. Note You cannot use the remote supplied with the receiver to control a television not made by Sony. On the Start menu, click Turn Off Computer. Click Turn Off to turn off the VAIO computer.

  • Page 37: Using The Receiver

    Using the receiver — Basic operations This section describes basic operations possible with the receiver. Selecting a component Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to select the input. The selected input appears on the display. To select the Display DVD player VIDEO Hard disk or MD deck HDD/MD Satellite tuner...

  • Page 38: Manual Tuning

    Manual tuning You can tune in stations in 50 kHz steps for the FM band and 9 kHz steps for the AM band. Press the FM or AM button repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the system.

  • Page 39: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) This receiver also allows you to use the RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular signal. You can also display the RDS information. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the FM band using automatic tuning, manual tuning (page 37), or preset tuning (page 38).
  • Page 40 Programme Description type indication JAZZ Jazz programmes COUNTRY Country music programmes NATION M Programmes featuring local popular music OLDIES Programmes featuring oldies FOLK M Folk music programmes DOCUMENT Investigative features NONE Any programmes not defined above...

  • Page 41: About The Indications On The Display

    About the indications on the display SLEEP DIGITAL A SLEEP: Appears when sleep timer is activated. B Playback channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the playback channels. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings).

  • Page 42: Enjoying Surround Sound

    — Enjoying surround sound This section describes how to obtain the best possible sound quality from your system. Using only the front speakers In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers only. There is no sound from the subwoofer.

  • Page 43: Selecting A Sound Field

    Sound fields with marks use DCS technology. DCS is the name of the surround technology for home theatres developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema studio. When played at home, DCS creates a powerful...
  • Page 44 C.ST.EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theatre” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most types of movies. x C.ST.EX B (CINEMA STUDIO EX B) Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theatre”...

  • Page 45: Customising Sound Fields

    Customising sound fields By adjusting the LEVEL menu and TONE menu, you can customise the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Note on the displayed parameters Adjustable parameters vary depending on the selected sound field. If a parameter appears dimmed, it may not be available to the selected sound field or it may be impossible to change it.
  • Page 46 Adjusting the TONE menu You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of each speaker using the TONE menu. Start playing a source encoded with multi-channel surround effects (DVD, etc.). Press the black MAIN MENU button repeatedly until TONE appears on the display.

  • Page 47: Miscellaneous Operations And Settings

    — Miscellaneous operations and settings This section describes other operations and settings possible with the receiver. Changing the audio input mode of digital components — INPUT MODE You can change the audio input mode of components for which this receiver has digital audio input jacks.

  • Page 48: Recording Audio

    Recording audio Make sure that all your components are correctly connected before recording audio. Recording audio on MD, tape, or hard disk You can use the receiver to record audio on mini disks (MD), tapes, or to your hard disk with the appropriate software.

  • Page 49: Using Network Media

    Using Network Media Optimising Network Media With the following settings, you can configure the VAIO computer to start automatically when you start Network Media (page 53) or select the VAIO computer to be connected to each function that you use (page 49). Useful setting 1: Setting the VAIO computer normally connected You can pre-select the VAIO computer to be connected to each function of Network Media (television, video, music, photographs).

  • Page 50: Computer

    Press the N.MEDIA button to switch the receiver input to N.MEDIA. The main menu appears. Main Menu Watch and record TV programs VIDEO Watch video clips MUSIC Listen to music PHOTO View photos :Select :Scroll Up/Down You can also select N.MEDIA by pressing INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. to select VIDEO-Watch video clips, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 51: Computer

    Tips • If the VAIO computer does not appear in the Select a Server screen, press the OPTIONS button and on the OPTIONS menu, select Refresh, and then press the SELECT button. Note that it may take some time until the VAIO computer appears.

  • Page 52: Computer

    Useful setting 2: Selecting the first screen to appear when you switch to Network Media (startup menu) When you switch the receiver input to Network Media, you can select the first screen that appears. You can choose to display the main menu each time you switch or always display a particular function screen (e.g.

  • Page 53: Computer

    to select Startup Menu and then press the SELECT button. The Startup Menu screen appears. Settings Startup Menu Startup Menu Main Menu Video Music Photo Last Function Used CANCEL :Select :Return to select the item that you want to set as the startup menu, and press the SELECT button.
  • Page 54 On the Start menu, click Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. The System Properties dialog box appears. On the Hardware tab, click Device Manager. The Device Manager window appears. Double-click Network adapters. The display changes as illustrated below.

  • Page 55: Computer

    Double-click the network device connected to the receiver. The properties dialog box of the device appears. On the Power Management tab, select the Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby check box, and then select the Only allow management stations to bring the computer out of standby check box.

  • Page 56: Computer

    Verifying or setting the time for the VAIO computer to go on standby With the following procedure, you can verify or set the time when the VAIO computer goes on standby. If you set the VAIO computer to automatically go on standby when the receiver is turned off, you do not need perform any operations on the VAIO computer, which may be in a remote location.

  • Page 57: Watching Video Saved On The Vaio Computer

    — Watching video saved on the VAIO computer This section describes how to watch video stored on your VAIO computer and make various video- related settings. Watching video You can watch video capsules recorded and saved on the VAIO computer with Giga Pocket or video capsule saved on the VAIO computer with Network Media on a television connected to the receiver.
  • Page 58 When the Select a Server screen appears If no VAIO computer normally connected is set, the Select a Server screen appears. Use to select the VAIO computer to be connected, press the SELECT button, and then select Connect. To set the VAIO computer connected normally, see page 49.

  • Page 59: Sorting The Video Capsule List

    Sorting the video capsule list You can sort the video capsules screen in ascending or descending order of names or recording date. In the video capsules screen, press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS menu appears. Video OPTIONS Return 6/10 21:00 European Vacation 20:00 Susan's Graduation...

  • Page 60: Write-Protecting Video Capsules

    Write-protecting video capsules — Read-only You can write-protect video capsules so that they cannot be deleted. In the video capsules screen, select a video capsule that you want to write- protect, and then press the SELECT button. A submenu appears. to select Read-only, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 61: Searching With Index Images

    are recorded on the VAIO computer used with the television function. A programme VAIO computer recorded with Network normally connected for Media is saved on this the television function. VAIO computer. Television Receiver VAIO computer normally connected for the video function. Searching with index images —...

  • Page 62: Searching For A Scene By Specifying A Time

    Searching for a scene by specifying a time — Time search feature You can specify the time count of a scene to move it. During playback or when playback is paused, press the ALT button so that it lights, and then press the orange ENTER button.

  • Page 63: Listening To Music Saved On The Vaio Computer

    — Listening to music saved on the VAIO computer This section describes how to listen to music stored on your VAIO computer. Listening to music You can listen to music saved on the VAIO computer with SonicStage or SonicStage Premium, through the speakers connected to the receiver.
  • Page 64 To listen to music saved on a different VAIO computer When there is more than one VAIO computer connected to the receiver, you can select the VAIO computer to which you want to connect. To do so, press the OPTIONS button. On the OPTIONS menu, select Select a Server, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 65: Sorting The Folders Or Playlist

    Playback modes You can select various playback modes when you listen to music. In addition to normal playback (playing back all tracks), you can select single-track playback, or shuffle playback. During playback or when playback is paused, press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS menu appears.

  • Page 66: Viewing Photographs Saved On The Vaio Computer

    — Viewing photographs saved on the VAIO computer This section describes how to view photographs stored on your VAIO computer and make various photograph-related settings. Viewing photographs — Slide show You can view photographs (still images) saved on the VAIO computer on your television. To be able to do so, you must first perform “Step 5: Preparations needed to use Network Media”...
  • Page 67 When the Select a Server screen appears If no VAIO computer normally connected is set, the Select a Server screen appears. Use to select the VAIO computer to be connected, press the SELECT button, and then select Connect. To set the VAIO computer connected normally, see page 49.

  • Page 68: Viewing A Photograph List

    To stop the background music During background music playback, press the OPTIONS button. On the OPTIONS menu, select Background music off, and then press the SELECT button. The background music does not stop even when the slide show ends. To stop the background music, exit the Photo menu or cancel the background music.

  • Page 69: Changing Slide Show Settings

    Select Show index, and then press the SELECT button. Nine thumbnails appear. Photo (MyPhotoServer) European Vacation 300 shot(s) :Play :Return If all the thumbnails cannot fit on a single screen, use the PAGE +/- buttons display more. Note Depending on the type of your television, the screen may temporarily appear to be distorted when consulting a thumbnail index.

  • Page 70: Watching Broadcasts Received By The Vaio Computer

    — Watching broadcasts received by the VAIO computer This section describes how to watch television broadcasts received by your VAIO computer and make various television-related settings. Watching television broadcasts You can watch television broadcasts received by the VAIO computer. To be able to do so, you must first perform “Step 5: Preparations needed to use Network Media”...
  • Page 71 When the Select a Server screen appears If no VAIO computer normally connected is set, the Select a Server screen appears. Use to select the VAIO computer to be connected, press the SELECT button, and then select Connect. To set the VAIO computer normally connected, see page 49.

  • Page 72: Changing The Television Image Quality

    Changing the television image quality You can select the image quality used when watching television broadcasts. When watching a television broadcast received by the VAIO computer, press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS menu appears. to select TV Settings, and then press the SELECT button. The TV Settings screen appears.

  • Page 73: Recording Broadcasts Received By The Vaio Computer

    — Recording broadcasts received by the VAIO computer This section describes how to record television broadcasts received by your VAIO computer and make recording-related settings. Recording television broadcasts On the VAIO computer you can save (record) television broadcasts received by the VAIO computer.
  • Page 74 When the Select a Server screen appears If no VAIO computer normally connected is set, the Select a Server screen appears. Use to select the VAIO computer to be connected, press the SELECT button, and then select Connect. To set the VAIO computer normally connected, see page 49.

  • Page 75: Timer Recording

    Timer recording You can set the timer to record a television broadcast received by the VAIO computer. Number buttons (used when ALT is lit). OPTIONS SELECT RETURN When watching a television broadcast received by the VAIO computer, press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS menu appears.

  • Page 76: Changing The Recording Quality

    To cancel a timer recording In step 3 of “Timer recording”, use to select the timer recording that you want to cancel, and then press the SELECT button. A submenu appears. to select Cancel Timer programming, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 77: Changing Network Media Settings

    Changing Network Media settings Setting the receiver IP address By default the receiver acquires an IP address automatically. Use the following procedure to specify an IP address, if necessary. Note that when the receiver is used in a environment containing a router, you should not specify the receiver IP address (page 35).

  • Page 78: Updating The Receiver Software

    Updating the receiver software You can download software updates for the receiver from the Internet with the VAIO computer. For details, visit the Sony home audio customer support Web site at http://www.vaio-link.com/info/lv700R/EN/, locate your model of VAIO computer. Internet 1 Download...

  • Page 79: Selecting The Network Media Language

    Selecting the Network Media language You can select the language used by Network Media. By default, this language is English. Note Modifying this setting does not affect the language of the messages displayed by the receiver on its display. On the main menu, select Settings, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 80: Registering The Receiver On The Vaio Computer (Restricting Access To The Vaio Computer)

    then press the SELECT button. All the settings are reset to their defaults. Resetting Network Media except the IP address This reset all the Network Media settings to their default, but retain the IP address setting, follow the procedure below. Perform this procedure when you do not want to reset network-related settings.
  • Page 81 VAIO computer operation On the Start menu, point to All Programs, VAIO Media, Server Administration, and then click Console. The VAIO Media Console dialog box appears. Under Access Control Settings, select the Access this computer from other computers on the network check box, select Register the devices accessing this computer, and then click Registered...

  • Page 82: Appendix

    Controlling other components and the receiver You can use the receiver remote to control a number of other Sony components connected to the receiver. For details about the remote buttons used for Network Media operations, see page 85. Remote...
  • Page 83 SOUND Receiver Selects the sound field. FIELD 3 SYSTEM Control centre/ Turns off the system STANDBY TV/VCR/ and other Sony audio/ (Press Satellite tuner/ video components. AV ?/1 Hard disk audio while recorder/CD holding player/VCD down ?/1)
  • Page 84 Selects a menu item. button for receiver Assignment VCR (VTR mode 3 Audio recorder DVD player (category code 1 Television For use with Sony VCRs. For use with Sony DVD players. AV ?/1 Input buttons Numbered buttons VOLUME –...
  • Page 85 DVD player (category code 3 VCD player Receiver Tuner Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or 3 setting. These correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively. Sony DVD players and recorders can be set to DVD1, DVD2, or DVD3. Most Sony DVD recorders are category 3.
  • Page 86 Press the ALT button, turning it on, before these available Network operations. Media function. Note Displays the Network Media main menu. The TV ?/1 button can only be used to operate Sony televisions. Adjusts the receiver volume. Switches the receiver input to Network Media.

  • Page 87: Precautions

    Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    Network Media, use this troubleshooting section to help you remedy the problems. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. General troubleshooting Cannot turn on the receiver. • Verify that the power cord is correctly connected to the power supply.
  • Page 89 N.MEDIA has no effect on the television. • If Network Media still does not function properly 20 seconds or more after connecting the power cord to the power supply, it may be malfunctioning. Consult your Sony service representative. continued...
  • Page 90 The VAIO computer does not start (cannot be started when on standby or hibernating). • Verify that the VAIO computer settings are correct (page 30). • Verify that the network connection is correct by verifying the following: – If your receiver and VAIO computer (one unit each) are directly connected, verify that you are using a cross-wired cable (page 23).
  • Page 91 – Make sure that the hub or router is on. For details, refer to the documentation supplied with the hub or router. – Turn on the router before turning on the receiver. – Verify that the receiver and hub or router are connected with network cables.

  • Page 92: Remote Control

    (page 84). Cannot operate the DVD player with the remote. • You can only operate Sony DVD players with the receiver remote. • Change the DVD player category code to 2 or 3 (page 84).

  • Page 93: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Rated power output in stereo mode 1 kHz, DIN) 50 W + 50 W Reference power output 1 kHz, DIN) FRONT CENTER SURROUND 75 W/ch Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. Frequency response 20 Hz –...

  • Page 94: Trademarks And Copyrights

    Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks and copyrights • Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Giga Pocket, SonicStage, PictureGear Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, and Network Media are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Sony.

  • Page 95: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system mentioned in the text. Main unit Alphabetical order Display 2 INPUT SELECTOR 3 (37, 38, MUTING 6 (37) PHONES jack 8 PRESET TUNING +/–...

  • Page 96: Index

    Index Analogue components 13 Antennae 15 Appendix 82 Assigning a fixed IP address to the VAIO computer 31 Audio input mode 47 Automatic tuning 37 Background music 67 Batteries 18 Cables 9 Changing Network Media settings 77 slide show settings 69 the audio input mode of digital components 47 the default settings of an...
  • Page 97 Setting the receiver IP address 77 the receiver IP address acquisition method Network Media preparation 35 the VAIO computer normally connected 49 the VAIO computer to start automatically 53 Setting up the speakers 19 Setup procedure 8 Sleep Timer 48 Slide show settings 69 Software update 22 Sorting...
  • Page 100 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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