The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ___________________________________________ ___________ Serial No. ___________________________________________ ___________...
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Table of Contents Getting Started Description and location of parts...5 1: Installing the speakers ...14 2: Connecting the speakers ...16 3: Connecting the TV ...18 4a: Connecting the audio components ...19 4b: Connecting the video components ...20 5: Connecting the antennas...27 6: Preparing the receiver and the remote ...28 7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically...
Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel SPEAKERS (ON/OFF) AUTO CAL MIC VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN PHONES VIDEO L AUDIO R Name Function A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on (on/standby) or off (page 28, 36, 37, 51, 85).
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Name Function J INPUT Turn to select the input SELECTOR source to play back (page 34, 36, 37, 52, 58, 70, 73, 75). K 2CH Press to select a sound field (page 48). A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC L TUNING +/– Press to scan a station (page 52, 58).
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About the indicators on the display SL S SR Name Function A SW Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. B LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced.
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Name Function M HDMI Lights up when the receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 21). N 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.
Rear panel SAT IN DVD IN ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO DC5V 0.7A MAX DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R VIDEO 1 A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL Connects to a DVD IN jacks player, etc. The COAXIAL jack COAXIAL IN provides a better...
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You can use the supplied RM-AAU021 Connects to a Remote Commander to operate the receiver VCR, DVD player, and to control the Sony audio/video etc. (page 18, 23, components that the remote is assigned to 24, 25). operate (page 76).
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(C). B ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or (on/standby) off. To turn off all Sony components, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY). C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use.
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Name Function K TV VOL Press TV VOL +/– and TV /– (M) at the same time to adjust the volume level of the TV. MASTER Press to adjust the volume VOL + /– level of all speakers at the same time.
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DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and TV (M) at the same time to display the options applicable to the Sony TV. Press to input the decimal point for channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. Press...
1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one sub woofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
2: Connecting the speakers Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. SAT IN DVD IN BD IN HDMI SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO 1 SUB WOOFER A Monaural audio cord (supplied)
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To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers. Character on Speaker type speaker label Front left Front right Surround left Surround right * The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any character on the speaker label.
A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. D Component video cord (not supplied) E Video cord (not supplied) It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Notes • Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.
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.
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. Satellite tuner Audio/video signals ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO AUDIO DC5V...
Notes on connecting cables • We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not be output.
Connecting a DVD player The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL...
Connecting a satellite tuner/ Set-top box The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Satellite tuner/Set-top box Audio signals Video signals...
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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, VCR, etc. DVD recorder, VCR Audio signals ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO DC5V 0.7A MAX...
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Notes • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 76). • You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display.
5: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. Before connecting the antennas, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. FM wire antenna (supplied) ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO DC5V 0.7A MAX DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R Notes...
6: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. AC power cord FRONT Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure.
Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU021 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones. •...
Notes • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically. Optimizer microphone MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS...
The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Measurement for Display Environment noise NOISE.CHK level Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately* Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN appears alternately* Speaker distance MEASURE and DISTANCE appears alternately* * The corresponding speaker indicator lights up in the display during measurement.
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When warning codes appear During Auto Calibration, the warning code provides information on the measurement result. The warning code will appear on the display cyclically as follows: Warning code t blank display t (warning code t blank display) t PUSH t blank display t ENTER Appears when there are more than one warning code.
8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP...
Playback Selecting a component TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC THEATER DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ DISPLAY OPTIONS MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL...
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To activate the muting function Press MUTING. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following. • Press MUTING again. • Increase the volume. • Turn off the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level.
CATEGORY MODE TUNING + FM MODE Notes • The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player. You can select the sound field to suit the music.
Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC THEATER DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER SPEAKERS CLEAR (ON/OFF) TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING DISPLAY...
Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. >10 MEMORY 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH – – CATEGORY + PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE <...
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 38. Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] LEVEL Test tone [T. TONE] [1-LEVEL] Front speaker balance (page 41) [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]...
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Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] AUDIO Digital audio input decoding [5-AUDIO] priority [DEC. PRI.] (page 43) Digital broadcast language selection Synchronizes audio with video output [A.V. SYNC.] Digital audio input assignment [D. ASSIGN] Naming inputs VIDEO Audio for HDMI [6-VIDEO] [AUDIO FOR HDMI] (page 44) Control for HDMI [CONTROL FOR HDMI]...
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus”...
Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 38) and “Overview of the menus”...
Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 38) and “Overview of the menus”...
x DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (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.
x CONTROL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 64). x NAME IN (Naming inputs) Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs”...
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The distance between the center speaker and the listening position B cannot be more than 5 feet closer than the one between the listening position and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of B in the following diagram is no more than 5 feet closer than the length of A.
Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle.
Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) 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. SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D.
Selecting a pre- programmed sound field 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 movie theaters and concert halls into your home. SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D.
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– multi channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI jack. 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.
Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and the sub woofer. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer.
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 to the receiver (page 27). The tuning scale is: FM : 100 kHz AM : 10 kHz* * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 85).
Direct tuning Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC THEATER DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.
Press MEMORY. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET –...
Naming preset stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC THEATER DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ MUTING DISPLAY OPTIONS TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.
Listening to the XM Radio About XM Radio for U.S. Products XM is America s number one satellite radio ’ company. Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington, DC, New York City, Chicago, the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Toronto and Montreal, XM s 2007 lineup ’...
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Connecting the XM Radio Before operating the system, connect the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock to the XM jack. XM jack ANTENNA OPTICAL OPTICAL VIDEO VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) AUDIO AUDIO DC5V 0.7A MAX DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R Note To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal, move your antenna to various window locations around your home to see where the best reception will be received.
While checking the parameter, aim your antenna to where the best reception will be received. For details on the parameter, see “Signal strength” below. Signal strength Signal Signal type strength Satellite Good S–3 Marginal S–2 Weak S–1 None S–0 When you have finished Press AMP MENU.
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Check the XM Radio ID on the display and write it in the space provided here. ID:_____________________________ If you cannot read the characters or numbers on the display, refer to the following table. Display Description 2 (two) 5 (five) 6 (six) 8 (eight) 0 (zero) Receiving XM Radio broadcasts...
Selecting channels from a category (CATEGORY TUNING) You can select a channel from one category or all the categories by changing the category mode. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE THEATER DVD/BD AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU >10 0/10 ENTER...
Press the numeric buttons to enter the channel number. Press ENTER. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. The selected channel is tune in. Displaying the XM Radio information on the front panel display DISPLAY SPEAKERS (ON/OFF) AUTO CAL MIC MEMORY/ TUNING ENTER...
Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. Preset number is available from 1 to 30, and channel 1 is preset for all the preset numbers when you purchase the receiver.
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XM Radio messages list Message Explanation appears ANTENNA The XM antenna is not connected to the XM Mini- Tuner Dock or the XM antenna cable is damaged. UNAUTH You selected an XM channel that is blocked or cannot be received with your XM subscription package.
HDMI function for “BRAVIA” Sync To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function as explained below. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows: •...
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0.7A MAX DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R 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) Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).
Preparing Control for HDMI function This receiver supports the Control for HDMI- Easy Setting function. This function is only available for certain types of TV. When you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting on the TV, the Control for HDMI setting on this receiver will automatically change accordingly.
To set Control for HDMI D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ DISPLAY OPTIONS MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. Press V/v repeatedly to select “6-VIDEO”. Press or b to enter the menu.
Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver (System Audio Control) You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
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.
Other Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) 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.
Press V/v repeatedly to select the input (“SAT- DVD” in the example) you want to assign to the digital audio input jack selected in step 6. When “DVD” input is selected, the sound of the DVD player will become a digital sound through the OPTICAL SAT IN jack.
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can listen to the sound and view the images from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver. DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter A Video cord (not supplied) To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter from the DMPORT jack...
Listening/watching a connected component through DMPORT connection Press DMPORT. You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”. Start playback of the connected component. The sound is played back on the receiver and the image appears on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
Changing the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows.
Recording using the receiver You can record from an audio/video component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. Recording onto a CD-R You can record onto a CD-R using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your CD recorder.
(command mode BD1) Blu-ray disc recorder (command mode BD3) Not assigned Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively. Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting.
C are combined and transmitted together. Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) A 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”...
Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
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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, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. •...
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There is no sound, or only a very low- level sound is heard from the center/ surround speakers. • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 50). • Adjust the speaker level (page 33). There is no sound from the sub woofer. •...
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HDMI The source sound input to the HDMI jack on the receiver is not output from the receiver or the TV speaker. • Check the HDMI connection. • You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI. • Depending on the playback component, you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the following (not supplied) table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning codes” (page 31) to solve the problem.
If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory...
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FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,710 kHz With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,710 kHz Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency...
• Sub woofer (SA-WP890) AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, from 28 – 200 Hz; rated 120 watts, minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Speaker system Active subwoofer, Bass reflex, Magnetically...
Index Numerics 2CH STEREO 51 5.1 channel 14 AUTO CALIBRATION 29 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 48 Blu-ray disc player connecting 21 playback 37 Camcorder connecting 25 CD player connecting 19 playback 36 CD recorder connecting 19 DIGITAL ASSIGN 70 Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 77 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT connecting 72...
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