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3-289-137-41(1)
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Operating Instructions
STR-DA3400ES
©2008 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-289-137-41(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DA3400ES ©2008 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. For customers in Europe Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Notice for the customer in the countries applying 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 This product is 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 Getting Started Description and location of parts ... 7 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 ... 24 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) ...
  • Page 6 Other Operations Converting analog video input signals ...80 Enjoying the sound/images from the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT ...80 Naming inputs ...84 Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) ...84 Enjoying the sound/images from other inputs ...85 Changing the display ...88 Using the sleep timer ...91 Recording using the receiver ...91...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Description and location of parts Front panel Status of the POWER button The receiver is turned off (the ON/ STANDBY lamp lights off) (initial setting). Press POWER to turn the receiver on. You cannot turn the receiver on using the remote.
  • Page 8 Name Function A POWER Press to turn the receiver on or off. ON/STANDBY Shows the status of the lamp receiver. B TONE MODE Adjust the bass and treble for the front, TONE +/– center and surround/ surround back channels. Press TONE MODE repeatedly to select the item you want, then turn TONE...

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear panel A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN/ Connect to a DVD OUT jacks player, Super Audio CD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack COAXIAL IN provides a better jacks sound quality (page 18, 20, 28, 29). HDMI IN/ Connect to a DVD OUT* jacks player, Blu-ray disc player, or a satellite...

  • Page 10: Component Video Input

    GUI (Graphical User Interface) (page 38). Remote commander You can use the supplied RM-AAL018 Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 104). RM-AAL018 THEATRE...
  • Page 11 – to store a station during tuner operation. Press TV (Y), then press ENT/ MEM to enter the value of Sony CLEAR Press SHIFT (X), then press CLEAR to – clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button.
  • Page 12 DVD player, Blu- ray disc player, etc. TOOLS Press TV (Y), then press TOOLS to display the options of the Sony TV. K MENU Press AMP (C), then press MENU to display the menu to operate the receiver.
  • Page 13 Name Function W 2CH/ Press to select a sound field A.DIRECT (page 101) or to switch the audio of the selected input to analog signal without any adjustment (page 101). X SHIFT Press to light up the button to activate the buttons with pink printing.

  • Page 14: 1: Installing The Speakers

    Name Function G INPUT Press to select the input source SELECTOR to play back. H MASTER Press to adjust the volume level. VOLUME +/– I MUTING Press to turn off the sound temporarily. Press the button again to restore the sound. J DMPORT Press to operate the component connected to the DIGITAL...
  • Page 15 You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded sound in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel system) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel system). Example of a 7.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right)

  • Page 16: 2: Connecting The Speakers

    2: Connecting the speakers Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). (10 mm) A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied) AFront speaker A (Left) BFront speaker A (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSurround back speaker (Left)
  • Page 17 If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals. 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 18: 3: Connecting The Tv

    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.

  • Page 19: 4A: Connecting The Audio Components

    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.

  • Page 20: Connecting Components With Digital Audio Input/Output Jacks

    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. DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) MD deck Super Audio CD...
  • Page 21 Notes on connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. • Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, insert the connector straight in.

  • Page 22: Connecting Components With Multi Channel Output Jacks

    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 23 Connecting components with analog audio jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a component with analog jacks, such as a tape deck, turntable, etc. Turntable A Audio cord (not supplied) Note If your turntable has a ground (earth) wire, connect it to the U SIGNAL GND terminal.

  • Page 24: 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, see “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.
  • Page 25 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 26: Dvd Player

    Satellite tuner, set-top box Audio/video signals A HDMI cable (not supplied) Blu-ray disc player, PS3™, hard disk recorder Audio/video signals Audio/video signals TV, projector, etc. DVD player Audio/video signals...

  • Page 27: Notes On Connecting Cables

    Notes on connecting cables • We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. • 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...

  • Page 28: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Connecting a DVD player The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect the 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) C Audio cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not supplied)

  • Page 29: Blu-Ray Disc Player

    Connecting a Blu-ray disc player The following illustration shows how to connect a Blu-ray disc player. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect the 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) C Audio cord (not supplied)

  • Page 30: Satellite Tuner, Set-Top Box

    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 cords. Connect the audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals A Audio cord (not supplied) B Component video cord (not supplied)

  • Page 31: 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, VCR, etc. Audio signals A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Audio/video cord (not supplied) It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
  • Page 32 Function for conversion of video signals This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. You can output the video signal after connecting this receiver via the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack as shown in the illustration. In the video input/output conversion table of the receiver Output Signals OUTPUT jack...
  • Page 33 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 34 In the video input/output conversion table classified by the menu settings For details on “Resolution” menu setting, see “Settings for the video (Video settings menu)” (page 56) and on operating, see “Converting analog video input signals” (page 80). “Resolution” menu setting Input signals DIRECT Component video...

  • Page 35: 5: Connecting The Antennas (Aerials)

    5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial). Before connecting the antennas (aerials), be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other components.

  • Page 36: 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 INLET terminal on the receiver, then connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (mains). Notes •...

  • Page 37: The Receiver

    You can switch the command mode (AV SYSTEM 1 or AV SYSTEM 2) of the receiver and the remote. If both the receiver and the other Sony component respond to the same remote command, switch the command mode of either the component or the receiver to...

  • Page 38: 7: Operating The Receiver Using The Gui (Graphical User Interface)

    While holding down RM SET UP, press ?/1. The AMP button flashes and the SHIFT button lights up. Press 1 or 2 while the AMP buttons is flashing. When you press 1, the command mode is set to AV SYSTEM 1. When you press 2, the command mode is set to AV SYSTEM The AMP button lights up.

  • Page 39: Overview Of The Menus

    Turn on the receiver and the TV. Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. “GUI MODE” appears in the display window of the receiver and the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.
  • Page 40 System For details on adjusting the system using the System settings menu, see “Settings for the system (System settings menu)” (page 57). Navigating through menus using the GUI RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP RETURN/ EXIT O HOME TUNING Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”.

  • Page 41: 8: Setting The Speakers

    Press to enter the parameter. Press V/v repeatedly to select the settings you want. Press to enter the setting. To return to the previous screen or RETURN/EXIT O. Press To exit the menu Press MENU. To exit “GUI MODE” Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Front Speakers

    Press V/v repeatedly to select “Impedance”, then press Press V/v repeatedly to select “4 ” or “8 ” depending on the speakers you are using, then press Notes • If you are not sure of the impedances of the speakers, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your speakers.

  • Page 43: 9: Calibrating The Appropriate Speaker Settings Automatically (Auto Calibration)

    9: Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (Auto Calibration) The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows: • Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Measure the polarity of speakers. •...
  • Page 44 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. On setting up the active subwoofer •...

  • Page 45: Performing Auto Calibration

    Performing Auto Calibration RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP MODE MODE HOME TUNING TUNING Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. “GUI MODE” appears in the display window of the receiver and the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.
  • Page 46 Measurement starts. The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds with a test tone. Wait until the measurement process completes. Tips • Operations other than turning the receiver on or off are deactivated during the measurement. • In the following situations, the measurements have not been performed correctly or Auto Calibration cannot be performed.
  • Page 47 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 48 Message list after Auto Calibration measurement Message Explanation appears in GUI menu [Display window] Error Code: 31 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to off. Set it to others and perform the measurement [E-xxx: 31]* again. Error Code: 32 None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected [E-xxx: 32]* properly and perform the measurement again.

  • Page 49: Playback

    To set Auto Calibration items more precisely (Enhanced Setup) On the Auto Calibration menu, select “Enhanced Setup”, then press • Seating Position You can register three patterns as position 1, 2, and 3, depending on the seating position, listening environment, and measurement conditions.

  • Page 50: Start Playback

    You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. Selected Components that can be input played back VIDEO1 VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 jack. VIDEO2 Camcorder and video game, etc., connected to the VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jack. Blu-ray disc player, etc., connected to the BD jack.

  • Page 51: Listening To A Super Audio Cd/Cd

    Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD SLEEP DISPLAY GUI MODE • 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.

  • Page 52: Watching A Dvd/Blu-Ray Disc

    Watching a DVD/Blu-ray Disc SLEEP DISPLAY GUI MODE • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. • Check the following if you cannot listen to the multi channel sound. – Be sure the sound source corresponds to the multi channel format (the MULTI CHANNEL DECODING...

  • Page 53: Enjoying Video Games

    Enjoying video games SLEEP DISPLAY GUI MODE VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and video game. Turn on the TV and video game. Turn on the receiver. Press INPUT SELECTOR U/u to select “VIDEO 2”*.

  • Page 54: Watching Video

    Watching video SLEEP DISPLAY GUI MODE Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and VCR. Turn on the VCR. Turn on the receiver. Press INPUT SELECTOR U/u to select “VIDEO 1”*. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select “VIDEO 1”*.

  • Page 55: Amplifier Operations

    Amplifier Operations Settings for the audio (Audio settings menu) You can use the Audio settings menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “Audio” in the Settings menu. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)”...

  • Page 56: Settings For The Video (Video Settings Menu)

    Settings for the video (Video settings menu) You can use the Video settings menu to make settings for video. Select “Video” in the Settings menu. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)” (page 38).

  • Page 57: Settings For The System (System Settings Menu)

    • AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback component is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. The multi channel sound can be played back as it is. Note Audio signals are not output from the TV’s speakers when “Audio Out” is set to “AMP”. x Subwoofer Level (Subwoofer level for HDMI) Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB...

  • Page 58: Enjoying Surround Sound

    Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying a pre- programmed sound field HOME Start playing a sound source you want to listen to (CD, DVD, etc.). Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. “GUI MODE” appears in the display window of the receiver and the GUI menu appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 59 Types of 2CH mode x 2ch Stereo The receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the subwoofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel except LFE signals.
  • Page 60 When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD players This receiver supports the following audio formats. Audio format Dolby Digital Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD DTS-ES DTS 96/24 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio a) b) DTS-HD Master Audio Multi channel Linear PCM Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format.
  • Page 61 Types of A.F.D. mode 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. mode A.F.D. Auto Enhanced Surround Pro Logic II* Pro Logic IIx* Neo:6 Cinema...
  • Page 62 * You can select this sound field mode if the headphones are connected to the receiver. 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.

  • Page 63: Resetting Sound Fields To The Initial Settings

    Notes • The sound fields for music and movie do not work in the following cases. – The multi channel input is selected. – DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received. – Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are being received.

  • Page 64: Enjoying The Surround Effect At Low Volume Levels (Night Mode)

    Enjoying the surround effect at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE) 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 65 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Manual Setup”, then press Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to select speaker you want to adjust. Press Press B/b repeatedly to select the parameter you want. Press V/v repeatedly to adjust the setting. Manual Setup menu parameters x Level (Level of speaker) You can adjust each speaker’s level (center,...
  • Page 66 Note When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to “LARGE”. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if the digital input signal contains LFE signals, or if the front or surround speakers are set to “SMALL”, the sound field for movie is selected, or “Portable Audio”...
  • Page 67 Press V/v repeatedly to select the speaker pattern you want. Making settings with the Test Tone menu INPUT NIGHT RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP MODE MODE HOME Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. “GUI MODE” appears in the display window of the receiver and the GUI menu appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 68: Speaker Settings

    Test Tone menu parameters x Test Tone (Test Tone) • OFF • AUTO The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence. • L, C, R, SR, SB, SBR, SBL, SL, SW You can select which speakers will output the test tone.

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Equalizer

    x D. Range Comp (Dynamic range compressor) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. •...

  • Page 70: Tuner Operations

    Press V/v repeatedly to select “EQ”, then press Press B/b repeatedly to select the speaker you want to adjust, then press Press B/b repeatedly to select “Bass” or “Treble”, then press V/v to adjust the parameter. You can adjust the front speaker bass and treble level with TONE MODE and TONE +/–...

  • Page 71: Direct Tuning

    Press V/v to select “Auto Tuning”, then press Press V/v. Press V to scan from low to high, press v to scan from high to low. The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received. In case of poor FM stereo reception Press OPTIONS.

  • Page 72: Presetting Radio Stations

    Press SHIFT, then press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency, then press Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception.

  • Page 73: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Repeat steps 3 to 7 to preset another station. To tune to preset stations Repeat steps 1 and 2 of “Presetting radio stations”. Press V/v to select the preset station you want. You can select a preset station as follows: •...

  • Page 74: Displaying Rds Information

    Displaying RDS information While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver. Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t t Radio Text Program Type indication t Current Time indication (in indication 24-hour system mode) t Sound field...

  • Page 75: Control For Hdmi

    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: •...
  • Page 76 Satellite tuner, Set-top box Audio/video signals 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).

  • Page 77: Preparing Control For Hdmi Function

    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.

  • Page 78: Watching A Dvd (One-Touch Play)

    To set Control for HDMI INPUT RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP HOME Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI ON”. “GUI MODE” appears in the display window of the receiver and the GUI menu appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if the GUI menu does not appear on the TV screen.

  • Page 79: Enjoying The Tv Sound From The Speakers Connected To The Receiver (System Audio Control)

    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.

  • Page 80: Other Operations

    For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Connecting MODE MODE components with digital audio input/output jacks” (page 20). Sony offers the following DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters: • TDM-BT1 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio Adapter • TDM-NW1/NW10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT Adapter •...
  • Page 81 Selecting an operation screen to operate the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can select an operation screen using the GUI menu, depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter you want to use. For some adapter, such as TDM-BT1 or TDM- NW1, the operation screen is fixed and you cannot change it on the GUI screen.

  • Page 82: Using The Ipod Menu

    Operating the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To operate the TDM-iP1/TDM- iP50/TDM-NC1 using the GUI menu of the receiver Make sure that “System GUI” is selected in step 5 in “Selecting an operation screen to operate the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter”...
  • Page 83 You can also operate the components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter using the following play mode buttons on the remote of the receiver. Press DMPORT on the remote to enable DMPORT operation. Do the following Play Press N. Press X.

  • Page 84: Naming Inputs

    Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. INPUT RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP HOME Choose the item you want to name.

  • Page 85: Enjoying The Sound/Images From Other Inputs

    Audio input modes • AUTO Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are more than one digital connection, HDMI audio signals have priority over COAXIAL and OPTICAL audio signals. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected.
  • Page 86 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Input”, then press Press V/v to select the input name you want to assign. Press OPTIONS, then select “Input Assign” and then press Select the audio and/or video signals you want to assign to the input which you selected in step 3 using V/v/B/b, then press Press RETURN/EXIT O to...
  • Page 87 Input name Assignable Video1: video input Composite jacks Video2: Composite BD: Composite DVD: Composite SAT: Composite HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4 Component1 Component2 Component3 None Assignable Video1: OPT audio input Video2: OPT jacks MD/TAPE: OPT BD: COAX DVD: COAX SA-CD/CD: COAX Analog Notes •...

  • Page 88: Changing The Display

    Changing the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display window. 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE INPUT RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP DISPLAY HOME Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change as follows. t Original input Input name you selected name t Sound field type t Volume level t...
  • Page 89 About the indicators on the display window COAX OPT MULTI IN DTS - HD MSTR HI RES HDMI DMPORT ANALOG LPCM S SR SB L SB SB R Name Function A SW Lights up when subwoofer is connected and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack.
  • Page 90 Name Function I SP A/SP B/ Lights up according to the SP A+B speaker system used (page 42). However, these indicators do not light up if the speaker output is turned off or if headphones are connected. J SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is activated.

  • Page 91: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC INPUT NIGHT RESOLUTION MODE SLEEP MODE SLEEP MODE Press SLEEP repeatedly. Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows: When sleep timer is being used, “SLEEP”...
  • Page 92 Recording onto a MiniDisc or audio tape You can record onto a MiniDisc or audio tape using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your MD deck or tape deck. Press the input button of the playback component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

  • Page 93: Using A Bi-Amplifier Connection

    Using a bi-amplifier connection If you are not using the surround back speakers, you can use the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK terminals for the front speakers in a bi-amplifier connection. To connect the speakers Front speaker Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of the front speakers to the...

  • Page 94: Operating Without Connecting To The Tv

    Operating without connecting to the TV You can operate this receiver using the display window if you do not use a GUI when a TV is not connected. Press GUI MODE to display “GUI OFF” in the display window. When “GUI MODE” is displayed in the display window, the menu is set to display on the TV screen using a GUI.
  • Page 95 Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 94. Menu [Display Parameters window] [Display window] Auto Calibration Auto Calibration start [<AUTO CAL>] [A.CAL START] Calibration type [CAL TYPE] Position [POSITION] Naming Inputs...
  • Page 96 Menu [Display Parameters window] [Display window] Speaker Settings Speaker pattern [<SPEAKER>] [SP PATTERN] Front speakers [FRT SP] Center speaker [CNT SP] Surround speakers [SUR SP] Bi-amplifier speaker selection [BI-AMP SP] Front left speaker distance [FL DIST.] Front right speaker distance [FR DIST.] Center speaker distance [CNT DIST.]...
  • Page 97 Menu [Display Parameters window] [Display window] Surround Sound field selection Settings [S.F. SELECT] [<SURROUND>] Enhanced Surround mode [E.SUR MODE] Effect level [EFFECT] EQ Settings Front speakers bass level [<EQ>] [FRT BASS] Front speakers treble level [FRT TREBLE] Center speaker bass level [CNT BASS] Center speaker treble level [CNT TREBLE]...
  • Page 98 Menu [Display Parameters window] [Display window] System Settings Naming inputs [<SYSTEM>] [NAME IN] Brightness of the display window [DIMMER] xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW). You cannot select this setting if your speaker is set to “LARGE”. Depending on the speaker pattern setting, the appropriate Enhanced Surround mode appears.
  • Page 99 Performing Auto Calibration For details on the Auto Calibration, see “9: Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (Auto Calibration)” (page 43). See “Before you perform the Auto Calibration” (page 43) before performing the Auto Calibration. To operate on the receiver Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.
  • Page 100 Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. ENGINEER Sets the frequency characteristics to a set that matches that of the Sony listening room standard. FRONT REF Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.

  • Page 101: Tuning Radio Stations

    Selecting a sound field type For details on each sound field type, see “Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field” (page 58). Press 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE, or MUSIC repeatedly. The selected sound field type appears on the display window. To select the Enhanced Surround mode Press AMP.

  • Page 102: Using The Remote

    When you program the remote to control the following Sony or non-Sony components, you can use the buttons on the remote that are marked with circles. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate your component.
  • Page 103 Table of buttons used to control each component TV VCR Blu-ray Component player, disc DVD/ player combo Button AV ?/1 Numeric buttons (SHIFT mode) TV INPUT, WIDE (SHIFT mode) -/-- (SHIFT mode) ENT/MEM (SHIFT mode) CLEAR (SHIFT mode) DISPLAY RETURN/EXIT O OPTIONS/TOOLS V/v/B/b, MENU, HOME...

  • Page 104: Programming The Remote

    The procedure below uses an example in which a VCR made by a company other than Sony is connected to the VIDEO 1 IN jacks on the receiver. Before you begin, note that: –...
  • Page 105 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 component accepts differs depending on the...
  • Page 106 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 DVD player Maker Code(s) SONY 401, 402, 403...
  • Page 107 ZENITH 542, 543, 567 GENERAL ELECTRIC 503, 509, 510, 544 (GE) LOEWE 515, 534, 556 To control a satellite tuner Maker Code(s) SONY 801, 802, 803, 804, 824, 825, 865 AMSTRAD 845, 846 BskyB GENERAL ELECTRIC(GE) GRUNDIG 859, 860 HUMAX...

  • Page 108: 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 109 Press the button for the operation you want to perform to learn the function as follows. 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 Make a one second...

  • Page 110: Setting Remote Control Codes That Are Not Stored In The Remote

    Setting remote control codes that are not stored in the remote Even if a remote control 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.

  • Page 111: 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 While holding down RM SET UP, press THEATRE. Press the input button (VIDEO 1 in the example) for which you want to clear the setting.

  • Page 112: 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 113: Dolby Digital Surround Ex

    x Dolby Digital Surround EX Acoustic technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information is matrixed into regular left and right surround channels so that the sound can be reproduced in 6.1 channels. Active scenes, especially, are recreated with a more dynamic and realistic sound field.
  • Page 114 (x.v.Colour) x.v.Color (x.v.Colour) is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by 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...

  • Page 115: Precautions

    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.

  • Page 116: 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 117 There is severe hum or noise. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light.
  • Page 118 Video There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen. • Select the appropriate input on the receiver (page 49). • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. • Move your audio components away from the TV.
  • Page 119 The Control for HDMI function does not work. • Check the HDMI connection (page 76). • Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to “ON” in the HDMI settings menu. • Make sure the connected component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

  • Page 120: Remote Control

    (page 37). • 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 window shows a message.

  • Page 121: Specifications

    Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory To clear All memorized settings Customized sound fields Specifications Amplifier section page 36 Power Output page 63 Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%): Reference Power Output at Stereo Mode (4 ohms 20 Hz –...
  • Page 122 Input PHONO Sensitivity: 2.5 mV Impedance: 50 kohms : 90 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Analog Sensitivity: 150 mV/ 50 kohms : 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 96 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Digital (Optical) S/N: 96 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Output (analog)

  • Page 123: Index

    Index Symbols U SIGNAL GND terminal 23 Numerics 2 channel 59 2ch Analog Direct 59 2ch Stereo Mode 59 5.1 channel 14 7.1 channel 15 A.F.D. (mode) 61 A/V Sync 55 AC power cord (mains lead) 36 AM 70 Audio (Settings) 55 Auto Calibration 43 Auto Tuning 70 BI-AMP 68...
  • Page 124 Effect Level 97 Enhanced Setup 49 Enhanced Surround mode 58 EQ (Settings) 69 EQ Curve 49 Equalizer 69 FM 70 FM Mode 71 Gain Adjusting (Bass/Treble) 69 GUI (Graphical User Interface) 18 HDMI (Settings) 56 HDMI jacks 9 Headphone (Settings) 62 Input 49 Input Assign 86 INPUT MODE 84...
  • Page 125 Test Tone 67 Tuner 70 Tuner (Settings) 97 Tuning 70 Up converting 32 VCR 31 Video (Settings) 56 Video game 53...
  • Page 128 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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