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1. ENERGY STAR About This Manual e The instructions in this manual are for model HT DDW670 Check your receiver s model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel e The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver For details on the use of your remote see pages 33 36 The HT DDW670 consists of Models of area code CEL CEK only e Receiver STR K670P e Speaker system Front speaker left SS MSP67LE Front speaker right SS MSP67RE Center speaker SS CNP87 Surround speaker left SS MSP67SLE Surround speaker right SS MSP67SRE Sub woofer SS WMSP67E Models of others area code e Receiver STR K670P e Speaker system Front speaker left SS MSP67L Front speaker right SS MSP67R Center speaker SS CNP67 Surround speaker left SS MSP67SL Surround speaker right SS MSP67SR Sub woofer SS WMSP67 About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower portion of the rear panel see the illustration below 2 XXX XXX XX AA Area code Any differences in operation according to the area code are clearly indicated in the text for example Models of area code AA only This receiver incorporates Dolby Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS
2. Gain levels 6 dB 1 dB step General Power requirements Area code U CA CEL CEK AU E51 SP MX Power consumption Area code U SP E51 AU CEL CEK MX CA uonewoyzu jeuonppy E Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 240 V AC 50 Hz 120 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 220 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 127 V AC 60 Hz Power consumption 160 W 220 VA continued 4198 4298 Power consumption during standby mode 0 2 W Dimensions w h d Approx 430 x 145 x 301 5 mm 17 x5 6 8 x 11 7 8 inches including projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 6 5 kg 14 lb 6 oz Speaker section Models of area code CEL CEK Front speakers SS MSP67LE SS MSP67RE Center speaker SS CNP87 Surround speakers SS MSP67SLE SS MSP67SRE Front center speakers Full range magnetically shielded Surround speakers Full range Speaker units 80 mm cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Rated Impedance 6 ohms Dimension w h d Approx Front surround speakers 120 x 122 x 100 mm 4 6 8 x 4 7 8 x 4 inches 225 x 102 x 126 mm 8 7 8 x 4 x 5 inches Center speaker Mass Approx Front speakers Center speaker Surround speaker 0 8 kg 1 Ib 13 oz 1 0 kg 2 Ib 4 07 0 6 kg 1 Ib 6 02 Models of other area code Front speakers SS MSP67L SS MSP67R Center speaker SS CNP67 Surround speakers SS MSP67SL SS MSP67SR Front center speakers Full range magnetically shielded Surrou
3. Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround In addition this mode can reproduce sound in 5 1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or old movies E PLII MS PRO LOGIC II MUSIC Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs E MULTI ST MULTI STEREO Output the 2 channel L R signals from all speakers Selecting a 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 Selecting a sound field for movies Press MOVIE repeatedly to select the sound field you want The selected sound field appears in the display Sound field Display CINEMA STUDIO EX A C ST EX A CINEMA STUDIO EX B C ST EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX C C ST EX C About DCS Digital Cinema Sound Sound fields with BXe marks use DCS technology DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony DCS uses the DSP Digital Signal Processor technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood When played at home DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director E C ST EX A CINEMA STUDIO EX
4. CEL CEK SP 230 V AC 50 Hz AU E51 240 V AC 50 Hz MX 127 V AC 60 Hz 2 Depending on the sound field settings and the source there may be no sound output Inputs Analog SA CD CD DVD VIDEO 1 2 Sensitivity 800 mV Impedance 50 k ohms Inputs Digital FM tuner section Tuning range Antenna Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency AM tuner section Tuning range 87 5 108 0 MHz FM wire antenna 75 ohms unbalanced 10 7 MHz Models of area code U CA With 10 kHz tuning scale 530 1 710 kHz With 9 kHz tuning scale 531 1 710 kHz Models of area code CEL CEK AU SP With 9 kHz tuning scale Model of area code E51 531 1 602 kHz With 10 kHz tuning scale 530 1 610 kHz With 9 kHz tuning scale Models of area code MX 531 1 602 kHz With 10 kHz tuning scale 530 1 610 kHz Antenna Intermediate frequency 3 You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or Loop antenna 450 kHz 10 kHz After tuning in any AM station turn off the receiver While holding down PRESET TUNING or TUNING press I All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale To reset the scale to 10 kHz or 9 kHz repeat the procedure DVD Coaxial Sensitivity Impedance 75 ohms SA CD CD Optical Sensitivity Impedance Output Analog SUB WOOFER Voltage 2 V Impedance k ohm Reproduction frequency range 28 20 000 Hz Tone
5. Settings Switching the audio input mode for digital COMPON CNIS iie eies 28 INPUT MODE Customizing sound fields 000 28 Adjusting the tone c 0ssesesseeeeees 30 Advanced SettingS c0 cceseeseeeeeeeees 30 Other Operations Naming preset stations and inputs 32 Using the Sleep Timert 00008 32 Operations Using the Remote RM AAU002 Before you use your remote 33 Remote button description 006 33 Changing the factory setting of an input DUCLON oswsdecaceevecunsesyeryeadeaeariedtecsemaause 36 Additional Information Precautions grasa A 37 Troubleshooting 0 000sseeeeeeeeeeeeees 38 SPCCILICANONS seiere th ee tracted 40 List of button locations and reference DAC SS oe teenie henner 43 ING OX cad E TEENE Back Cover Getting Started 1 Check how to hookup your components Steps la through 1b beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver Before you begin refer to Connectable components below for the pages which describe how to connect each component After hooking up all your components proceed to 2 Connecting the antennas page 10 p ues Huma E Connectable components Component to be connected Page DVD player With digital audio output With analog audio output only Satellite tuner With analog audio output only 9 Super Audio CD CD player With
6. Speaker setup parameters below Note Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in the display This means that they have been adjusted automatically due to other speaker settings or may not be adjustable 4 Press or repeatedly to select the setting you want The setting is entered automatically 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the items that follow Speaker setup parameters The initial setting is underlined E ici RE DIST X X m XX ft Front speaker distance Initial setting 3 0 m 10 ft Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers You can adjust from 1 0 meter to 7 0 meters 3 to 23 feet in 0 1 meter 1 foot steps If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position set the distance to the closest speaker E ici DIST X X m XX ft Center speaker distance Initial setting 3 0 m 10 ft Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker Center speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance to a distance 1 5 meters 5 feet closer to your listening position E ist sa DIST X X m XX ft Surround speaker distance Initial setting 3 0 m 10 ft Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers Surround speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance to a
7. A Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Cary Grant Theater cinema production studio This is a standard mode great for watching most any type of movies E C ST EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX B Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Kim Novak Theater cinema production studio This mode is ideal for watching science fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects E C ST EX C CINEMA STUDIO EX C Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for watching motion picture DVDs etc with multi channel surround effects You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment s dubbing studio in your home The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements e Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers e Screen Depth Matching Creates the sensation that the sound is coming from inside the screen like in theaters e Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the type of reverberation found in theaters The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously Notes e The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise i
8. CD CD player Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies Note The sound is not output when you play a Super Audio CD on the Super Audio CD player connected to the SA CD CD OPTICAL IN jack on this receiver Connect to the analog input jacks SA CD CD IN jacks Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player 1b Connecting components with only analog audio jacks For details on the required cords N A see page 6 DVD player Satellite Tuner F 750 VD IN COAXIAL SP 9CF AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN y AUDIO IN MRSTTT3 SA CD CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER Super Audio CD CD player p yezs Bum i 9GB 2 Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna AM loop antenna supplied FM wire antenna supplied DIGITAL ANTENNA The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code Notes e To prevent noise pickup keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components e Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna e After connecting the FM wire antenna keep it as horizontal as possible 10 3 Connecting speakers Connect your speakers to the receiver This receiver allows you to use a 5 1 channel speaker system To fully enjoy theater like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers two front speakers a center spea
9. COAXIAL terminal OPT Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal SLEEP Lights up when sleep timer is activated Playback channel indicators The letters L C R etc indicate the channels being played back The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound L Front Left R Front Right C Center monaural SL Surround Left SR Surround Right S Surround monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing Example Recording format Front Surround 3 2 Sound Field A F D AUTO LjlejlR Enjoying Surround Sound 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 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 When standard 2 channel stereo sources are input the receiver s bass redirection circuitry will be activated The front channel bass frequencies will be output from the sub woofer Press 2CH 2CH ST appears in the display and the receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode Enjoying higher fidelity sound AUTO FORMAT DIRECT The Auto Format Direct A F D mode allows you to select the decoding mode you want for your audio sound A F D mode Display A F D AUTO A F
10. Digital Surround System Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 348 Table of Contents Getting Started 1 Check how to hookup your COMPONENTS easa 5 la Connecting components with digital audio output jacks 7 1b Connecting components with only analog audio jacks 00000 9 2 Connecting the antennas 6 10 3 Connecting speakers cseeeeeeee 11 4 Connecting the AC power cord 14 5 Setting up the speakers 06 15 6 Adjusting the speaker levels and DAFA Eirean 17 TEST TONE Amplifier Operation Selecting the component e 18 Listening to FM AM radio 00 19 Storing FM stations automatically 20 AUTOBETICAL Models of area code CEL CEK only Presetting radio stations 00008 20 Using the Radio Data System RDS 21 Models of area code CEL CEK only Changing the display 000000000000000000 23 About the indications in the display 24 Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers and sub WOT aaa a A 25 2CH STEREO Enjoying higher fidelity sound 25 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT Selecting a sound field oo eee 26 46B Advanced Adjustments and
11. MENU DVD player Displays DVD title GUIDE Satellite tuner Display guide menu TUNER Receiver To listen to radio programs TUNING Receiver Scans radio station TV TV To watch TV programs TV CH TV Selects preset TV channels TV VIDEO TV Selects input signal TV input or video input TV VOL TV Adjusts the volume of 15 the TV TV I O TV Turns the TV on or off VIDEO 1 Receiver To watch VCR VTR mode 3 VIDEO 2 Receiver To watch VCR VTR mode 1 Remote Operations Function Button 1 9 and Receiver Use with SHIFT to 0 10 preset radio station or tuning to preset stations and with D TUNING for direct tuning CD player Selects track numbers DVD player 0 10 selects track 10 MD deck TV Selects channel VCR numbers Satellite tuner 2CH Receiver Selects 2CH STEREO mode gt 10 VCR Selects track numbers CD player over 10 DVD player Satellite tuner MD deck efke TV Selects the channel entry mode either one or two digit VO Receiver Turns the receiver on or off lt l STEP II gt gt VCR REPLAY DVD player ADVANCE iad Hea P PI lt lt gt gt 21 Replay the previous scene or fast forward the current scene VCR Skips tracks CD player DVD player DVD player Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction VCR Fastforwards or CD player rewinds MD deck Tape deck VCR Starts playback CD player DVD player MD deck T
12. VOLUME on the receiver e The adjusted value are shown in the display during adjustment 4 Press TEST TONE again after adjustment The test tone turns off Note Although these adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the LEVEL menu when the test tone is output the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote payiejs buiyje5 E 17 18 Amplifier Operation 1 Selecting the component Press input buttons to select the input To select the Press VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 Satellite tuner VIDEO 2 DVD player DVD Super Audio CD or SA CD CD CD player Built in tuner FM AM FM or AM The selected input appears in the display Turn on the component and start playback Note If you select any video components set the TV s video input to match the component you selected Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume Note To avoid damaging your speakers make sure that you turn down the volume before you turn off the receiver To mute the sound Press MUTING on the remote The muting function will be canceled when you do the following e Press MUTING on the remote again e Turn the power off e Increase the volume To use the headphones Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack e When the headphones are connected speake
13. are turned on e Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver e Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set at VOL MIN e Check that the headphones are not connected e Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the muting function There is no sound from a specific component e Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component e Check that the cord s used for the connection is are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component e Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver There is no sound from one of the front speakers e Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones If only one channel is output from the headphones the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component If both channels are output from the headphones the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources e Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to COAX IN or OPT IN page 28 There is no sound from digital sources from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack e Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to ANALOG page 28 Check that the INPUT MOD
14. broadcast area For RDS stations the tuner first checks for stations broadcasting the same program then stores only the one with the clearest signal The selected RDS stations are sorted alphabetically by their Program Service name then assigned a 2 character preset code For more details on RDS see page 21 Regular FM stations are assigned 2 character preset codes and stored after the RDS station When done FINISH appears in the display momentarily and the receiver returns to the normal operation Notes e Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation except 1 0 e If you move to another area repeat this procedure to store stations in your new area e For details on tuning the stored stations see Tuning to preset stations page 21 e If you move the antenna after storing stations with this procedure the stored settings may no longer be valid If this happens repeat this procedure to store the stations again Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to Presetting radio stations 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band The last received station is tuned in 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning page 19 or Direct Tuning page 19 3 Press MEMORY MEMORY appears in the display for a few seconds Do steps 4 to 5 before
15. from 120 20 000 Hz rated 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 7 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output Amplifier section Power Output Models of area code U 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 10 FRONT 100 W ch CENTER 100 W SURR 100 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 10 SUB WOOFER 100 W Models of area code CA 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 0 7 FRONT 60 W ch CENTER 60 W SURR 60 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 0 7 SUB WOOFER 60 W 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 10 FRONT 100 W ch CENTER 100 W SURR 100 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 10 SUB WOOFER 100 W Models of area code MX SP E51 CEL CEK 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 0 7 FRONT 50 W ch CENTER 50 W SURR 50 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 0 7 SUB WOOFER 50 W 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 10 FRONT 85 W ch CENTER 85 W SURR 85 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 10 SUB WOOFER 85 W Models of area code AU 6 ohms 120 Hz 20 kHz THD 0 09 FRONT 40 W ch CENTER 40 W SURR 40 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 0 09 SUB WOOFER 40 W 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 0 7 FRONT 50 W ch CENTER 50 W SURR 50 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 0 7 SUB WOOFER 50 W 6 ohms 1 kHz THD 10 FRONT 85 W ch CENTER 85 W SURR 85 W ch 6 ohms 100 Hz THD 10 SUB WOOFER 85 W 1 Measured under the following conditions Area code Power requirements U CA 120 V AC 60 Hz
16. unplug the receiver If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen The front and center speakers and the sub woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to be installed near a TV set However color irregularities may still be observed on certain types of TV sets As the surround speakers are not magnetically shielded we recommend that you place the surround speakers slightly further away from TV set page 11 If color irregularity is observed Turn off the TV set once then turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes If color irregularity is observed again Place the speaker further away from the TV set If howling occurs Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the receiver On cleaning 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 question or problem concerning your receiver please consult your nearest Sony dealer uonewoyzu EUOHIPPY E 37 GB 384 Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem There is no sound or only a very low level sound no matter which component is selected e Check that the speakers and components are connected securely and correctly e Check that both the receiver and all components
17. 18 sound field 26 27 SET UP menu 15 Sleep Timer 32 Sound field customizing 28 pre programmed 26 27 resetting 29 selecting 26 27 Speakers adjusting speaker levels and balance 17 connection 11 installing 13 placement 11 Supplied accessories 42 T Test tone 17 TONE menu 30 Tuning automatically 19 directly 19 to preset stations 20 http www sony net
18. 2 342 216 13 1 SONY Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Owner s Record 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 HI DDW670 2005 Sony Corporation 2GB 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 table cloths curtains etc And don t 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 Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet Don t throw away batteries with general house waste dispose of them correctly as chemical waste Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherw
19. D AUTO PRO LOGIC DOLBY PL PRO LOGIC IT MOVIE PLII MV PRO LOGIC IIT MUSIC PLII MS MULTI STEREO MULTI ST Decoding mode As encoded Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding the input audio Signal automatically In this mode the receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input Dolby Digital DTS standard 2 channel stereo etc and performs the proper decoding if necessary This mode presents the sound as it was recorded encoded without adding any surround effects However if there are no low frequency signals Dolby Digital LFE etc it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer Press A F D repeatedly to select A F D AUTO The receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input and performs the proper decoding if necessary continued punos punouwins BulAoluy i 2568 2648 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel 2 channel decoding mode This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic Press A F D repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode The selected type of decoding appears in the display E DOLBY PL PRO LOGIC Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4 1 channels E PLII MV PRO LOGIC II MOVIE
20. E is not set to COAX IN for the sources from OPTICAL input jack or set to OPT IN for the sources from COAXIAL input jack The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed e Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely e Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu There is severe hum or noise e Check that the speakers and components are connected securely e Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor and at least 3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent light e Move your TV away from the audio components e The plugs and jacks are dirty Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol There is no sound or only a very low level sound is heard from the center or and surround speakers e Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode page 26 e Adjust the speaker level page 17 There is no sound from the sub woofer e Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely The surround effect cannot be obtained e Make sure the sound field function is on press MOVIE or MUSIC e Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz The FM reception is poor e Use a 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna ground it against lightning To prevent a gas explosion do not connect the ground wire
21. andard effect and MAX maximum effect Note This parameter is valid only when you use a sound field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation T Press 1 to turn off the power 2 While holding down 2CH press I O SF CLR appears in the display and all sound fields are reset to the initial setting s ui s pue sjuswysnipy pooueapy g 2968 304 Adjusting the tone You can adjust the tonal quality bass treble level of the front speakers using the TONE menu 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects DVD etc 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select lt TONE gt 3 Press lt or gt repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust For details see TONE menu parameters below 4 While monitoring the sound press or repeatedly to select the setting you want The setting is entered automatically 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other items Note You cannot adjust the tone when the receiver is decoding signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz TONE menu parameters E BASS XX dB Front speaker bass level E TREB XX dB Front speaker treble level Initial setting 0 dB You can adjust from 6 dB to 6 dB in 1 dB steps Advanced settings Using the CUSTOMIZE menu to adjust the receiver You can adjust various
22. antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical For customers in Canada CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT For customers in the United States Canada and Australia ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark As an ENERGY STAR partner Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency
23. ape deck continued ZOONVV INY 30W34 34 Huisn SuO e19dO g 35 48 3642 Remote Operations Function Button il VCR Pauses playback or CD player recording Also starts DVD player recording with MD deck components in Tape deck recording standby E VCR Stops playback CD player DVD player MD deck Tape deck ce DVD player Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu 4 4 Receiver Selects a menu item gt Receiver Adjusts or changes the setting 4 9 gt VCR Selects a menu item Satellite tuner DVD player Notes e Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only Therefore depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described When you press input buttons VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 or DVD the input mode of the TV might not switch to the corresponding input mode that you want In this case press TV VIDEO button to switch the input mode of the TV e To activate the buttons with orange printing press TV and the button you want simultaneously Changing the factory setting of an input button If the factory settings of the input buttons do not match your system components you can change them For example if you have a CD player and you do not have a DVD player you can assign the DVD button to your CD player 1 Hold down the input
24. between front left and right speakers You can adjust in the range of BAL L 1 to 8 BALANCE 0 BAL R 1 to 8 in 17 steps E CTR XXX dB Center speaker level E SUR L XXX dB Surround speaker left level E SUR R XXX dB Surround speaker right level E S W XXX dB Sub woofer level Initial setting 0 dB You can adjust from 10 dB to 10 dB in 1 dB steps E inside COMP XXX 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 OFF The dynamic range is not compressed e STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer e MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically Tip Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal STD is the standard setting but it only enacts light compression Therefore we recommend using the MAX setting This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes Unlike analog limiters the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression Note Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only E EFCT XXX Effect level Initial setting STD Lets you adjust the presence of the surround effect in 3 levels MIN minimum effect STD st
25. button whose input you want to change for example DVD 2 Press the corresponding button of the component you want to assign to the input button for example 5 CD player The following buttons are assigned to select the input To operate Press VCR command mode VTR 3 1 VCR command mode VTR 2 2 DVD player or 3 DVD recorder command mode DVD 1 DVD recorder i sti 4 command mode DVD 3 CD player 5 MD deck 6 Tape deck B 7 Tuner this receiver 8 DSS Digital Satellite Receiver 9 DCS Digital CS Tuner 0 10 BSD Digital BS Tuner Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or 3 setting These correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively Now you can use the DVD button to control the CD player To reset a button to its factory setting Repeat the above procedure To reset all the input buttons to their factory setting Press 1 0 TEST TONE and MASTER VOL at the same time Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further On power sources e Before operating the receiver check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver The receiver is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wal
26. d from the digital audio jacks for CD etc is interrupted when playback starts set to DEC PCM E DUAL XXX 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 e 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 e M Main Sound of the main language will be output e S Sub Sound of the sub language will be output e M S Main Sub Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output E NAME IN Naming preset stations and inputs Lets you set the name of preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons For details see Naming preset stations and inputs on page 32 sui s pue syu wzsnfpy pooueapy i 31 68 3248 Other Operations Naming preset stations and inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons and display it in the receiver s display 1 To index a preset station Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band then tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for page 21 To index an input Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select lt CUSTOM gt 3 Press l
27. digital audio output With analog audio output only VCR a Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack etc b Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L R jacks etc continued 5 GB 668 Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords EN to KA not supplied unless indicated Audio cord Coaxial digital cord supplied White L Orange SS EDot TP Red R a E Optical digital cord Notes e Turn off the power to all components before making any connections e Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise e When connecting an audio cord be sure to match the color coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components white left audio to white and red right audio to red e When connecting optical digital cords insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place e Do not bend or tie optical digital cords ta Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Hooking up a DVD player For details on the required cords N A see page 6 DVD player L OOO OOJO R SA CD CD DVD Of OC continued p ues Huma i 768 848 Hooking up a Super Audio CD CD player For details on the required cords EN_fe see page 6 DIGITAL ANTENNA DVD IN COAXIAL DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT 5 Super Audio
28. distance 4 5 meters 15 feet closer to your listening position If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position set the distance to the closest speaker For models of area code U CA XX ft is displayed continued peyie1s Huma p 15 16 Tip The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance However it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers Also the center speaker cannot be set more than 1 5 meters 5 feet closer than the front speakers Likewise the surround speakers cannot be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers And they can be no more than 4 5 meters 15 feet closer This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound Please note that setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker In other words the speaker will sound like it is further away For example setting the center speaker distance 1 2 meters 3 6 feet closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being inside the screen If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close setting the surround speaker distance closer shorter than the actual distance will create a larger sound sta
29. dly The brightness of the display will change in 3 Steps uoneado Jayiduy p 23648 About the indications in the display sw LFE se 1 2 3 4 OU DIGITAL z SW Lights up when audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE Low Frequency Effect channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced SP Lights up when you turn on the receiver Turns off when you connect headphones to the PHONES jack OO DIGITAL Lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format OO PRO LOGIC Il OO PRO LOGIC lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals DOO PRO LOGIC II lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie Music decoder is activated DTS Lights up when DTS signals are input Note When playing a DTS format disc be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to ANALOG page 28 Tuner indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations etc See pages 19 22 for tuner operations Note RDS appears for models of area code CEL CEK only 11 uo 9 RDS MAMAA D RANGE STEREO MONO D RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated page 29 COAX Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the
30. ection VCR DVD player Satellite tuner CD player MD deck FM MODE Receiver Selects FM monaural 9 or stereo reception JUMP Satellite tuner Toggles between the previous and the current channels MAIN Receiver Selects the menu of MENU 5 the receiver MASTER Receiver TV Adjusts the master VOL volume of the 15 receiver MEMORY Receiver Stores the radio 11 stations MOVIE 6 Receiver Selects the pre programmed sound fields for movie MPX 9 VCR Select main or sub language MUSIC Receiver Selects the pre programmed sound fields for music MUTING Receiver Mutes the sound from the receiver PRESET Receiver Selects preset stations TV VCR Select preset channel Satellite tuner RETURN DVD player Returns to the EXIT previous menu or exits the menu Satellite tuner Exits the menu SA CD CD Receiver To listen to Super 4 Audio CD or compact disc SHIFT Receiver Selects a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations Remote Operations Function Button SLEEP Receiver Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically SUBTITLE DVD player Changes the subtitles SYSTEM Receiver Turns off the receiver STANDBY TV VCR and other Sony audio Press AV CD player video components I 1 and DVD player I 2 at Satellite tuner the same MD deck time TEST Receiver Outputs test tone TONE TOP
31. efore you use the button for receiver operation press MAIN MENU To operate other components press TOP MENU GUIDE or AV MENU after pressing the input button Error messages If there is a malfunction the display shows a message You can check the condition of the receiver by the message Refer to the following table to solve the problem DEC EROR Appears when the signal which the receiver cannot decode ex DTS CD is input when DEC XXXX is set to DEC PCM Set to DEC AUTO PROTECT Irregular current is output from the speakers The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again If this problem persists consult your nearest Sony dealer continued uonewoyzu EUOHIPPY 7 39648 40 If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver s memory may remedy the problem page 14 However note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer Reference sections for clearing the receiver s memory To clear See All memorized settings page 14 Customized sound fields page 29 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION Models of area code U only With 6 ohm loads both channels driven
32. ge Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound Give it a try E sui set XXXX XX Surround speaker position Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes page 26 e SIDE LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section and e SIDE HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section and e BEHD LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section and e BEHD HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section and Tip 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 However if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position the surround effects becomes unclear unless set to SIDE LO or SIDE HP Nevertheless each listening environment has many variables such as wall reflections and you may obtain better results using BEHD HI if your speakers are located
33. he remaining time appears in the display If you press SLEEP again the sleep timer will be canceled Operations Using the Remote RM AAU002 You can use the remote RM AAU00 2 to operate the components in your system Remote button description Before you use your remote DEO TEST EP TONE l 2 el p j a BREl e Nlo alse m S Inserting batteries into the remote Insert R6 size AA batteries with the and properly oriented in the battery compartment When using the remote point it at the remote sensor ff on the receiver 3 LIES Sls x RI CLEAR TOP MENU GUIDE O M L D Ek Tip Under normal conditions the batteries should last for RETURNEXIT DISALA about 6 months When the remote no longer operates ci aise NGN the receiver replace all batteries with new ones aai E Notes NIN Z Z Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place rcs D W e Do not use a new battery with an old one Y amp RI 83 ES aS SIS el fli fe e Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses Doing so may cause a malfunction ZOONVV INY 0WSY 34 Huisp suoeiado suoneiado 19410 i e If you don t use the remote for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion The MASTER VOL numeric button 5 and gt buttons have a tactile do
34. high above the listening position even if they are to the immediate left and right Therefore although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers If you are not sure which sounds best select BEHD LO or BEHD HI and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance 6 Adjusting the speaker levels and balance TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position Use the remote for the operation Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz 1 Press I to turn on the receiver 2 Press TEST TONE T TONE appears in the display and the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence Front left gt Center Front right gt Surround right Surround left Sub woofer 3 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker For details on the LEVEL menu settings see page 28 Tips e To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time press MASTER VOL on the remote or turn MASTER
35. ional active subwoofer connect it to SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack Installing the speakers on the wall You can install your front and surround speakers on the wall 1 Prepare screws not supplied that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker See the illustrations below fmm more than 4 mm 5 32 inch 4 more than 25 mm 1 inch 4 6mm 3 16 inch 10 mm 13 82 inch Hole on the back of the speaker 2 Fasten the screws to the wall The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm 7 32 to 9 32 inch X 5 to 7 mm 7 32 to 9 32 inch 3 Hang the speakers on the screws Hole on the back of the speaker 13 32 inch Notes e Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength As a plaster board wall is especially fragile attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied e Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used e Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation natural calamity etc p yezs Bum E 1368 4 Connecting the AC power cord Setting the voltage selector If your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage If not use a screwdriver to set the selec
36. ise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product For customers in the United States A A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guar
37. ithout notice List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Illustration number Use this page to find the location of buttons that are DISPLAY 2 21 23 39 mentioned in the text Name of button part Reference page Main unit 1 0 Pz A H INPUT MODE 13 28 PHONES jack 26 18 38 IR receptor 4 33 39 PRESET TUNING 22 20 A E D 9 25 26 27 MAIN MENU 6 15 28 30 32 SA CD CD 18 18 Pet MASTER VOLUME 13 14 TUNING 23 19 DIMMER 29 17 18 38 VIDEO 1 21 18 DISPLAY 2 21 23 39 MEMORY PA 20 VIDEO 2 29 18 Display 5 21 23 MOVIE O 26 27 38 ONTER IG MUSIC EE 27 38 ENTER 7 14 32 FM 17 18 19 32 41 2CH 8 25 27 29 FM MODE 25 19 1 power 1 14 20 29 lt gt 14 15 28 30 32 15 15 28 30 32 uonewoyu jeuonippy 7 TT TE 20 2324 23 Pi PO AI A fi ma m3 fA 438 Index A Adjusting CUSTOMIZE parameters 30 LEVEL parameters 28 SET UP parameters 15 speaker levels and balance 17 TONE parameters 30 Automatic tuning 19 Cc Changing display 23 Clearing receiver s memory 14 CUSTOMIZE menu 30 Digital Cinema Sound 26 Direct tuning 19 Dual Mono 31 Indexing See Naming Installing the speakers 13 L Labeling See Naming LEVEL menu 28 Naming 32 P Preset stations how to 20 how to tune 21 RDS 21 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia S Selecting component
38. ker and two surround speakers and a sub woofer 5 1 channel Example of 5 1 channel speaker system configuration Center speaker Front speaker Right Surround speaker Right A ZL h Y A Surround speaker Left oc Tips e Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals you can place it wherever you want e For greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers use the optional WS FV11 or WS FV 10D floor stand available only in certain countries e You can also install the front and surround speakers on the wall page 13 Note Connect the long speaker connecting cords to the surround speaker terminals and the short speaker connecting cords to the front and center speaker terminals Attaching foot pads To prevent speaker vibration or movement attach the supplied foot pads to the speaker as shown in the illustration below Note Be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to the sub woofer as well continued p yezs Bum i 11 1268 Required cords Speaker cords supplied Center speaker Front speaker SPEAKERS Sub woofer Surround speaker Right D a ii E ia iN a E Monaural audio cord not supplied Black Se Eo A Front speaker a ji N IPEDANCE USE 6 162 Surround speaker Left If you have an addit
39. l outlet even if the receiver itself has been turned off If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet To disconnect the AC power cord grasp the plug itself never pull the cord Models of area code U CA only One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation this is not a malfunction If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume the cabinet temperature of the top side and bottom rises considerably To avoid burning yourself do not touch the cabinet On placement e Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver e Do not place the receiver near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust or mechanical shock Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions Use caution when placing the receiver or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated with wax oil polish etc as staining or discoloration of the surface may result On operation Before connecting other components be sure to turn off and
40. n the playback signal e When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers Selecting a sound field for music Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the sound field you want The selected sound field appears in the display Sound field Display HALL HALL JAZZ CLUB JAZZ LIVE CONCERT CONCERT E HALL Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall E JAZZ JAZZ CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club E CONCERT LIVE CONCERT Reproduces the acoustics of a 300 seat live house When the headphones are connected You can select only from the following sound fields E HP 2CH HEADPHONE 2CH Outputs the sound in 2 channel stereo Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels E HP THEA HEADPHONE THEATER Allows you to experience a theater like environment while listening through a pair of headphones Note If you connect a pair of headphones while a sound field is operating the system will automatically switch to HEADPHONE 2CH if using a sound field selected with the 2CH or A F D button or to HEADPHONE THEATER if using a sound field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button To turn off the surround effect Press 2CH to select 2CH ST or press A F D repeatedly to select A F D AUTO Ti
41. ncy of more than 48 kHz is input the tone and sound field cannot be used e Some audio input modes may be dimmed depending on the input This means that the selected input is unavailable Customizing sound fields By adjusting the LEVEL menu you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation Note on the displayed items The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary depending on the sound field Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display This means that the selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable Adjusting the LEVEL menu You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker These settings are applied to all sound fields except for effect level parameter The effect level parameter settings are stored individually for each sound field 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects DVD etc 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select lt LEVEL gt 3 Press lt or gt repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust For details see LEVEL menu parameters below 4 While monitoring the sound press or repeatedly to select the setting you want The setting is entered automatically 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other parameters LEVEL menu parameters The initial setting is underlined E ict tet BAL L R XX Front speaker balance Initial setting BALANCE 0 Lets you adjust the balance
42. nd speakers Full range Speaker units 70 mm cone type Enclosure type Closed type Rated Impedance 6 ohms Dimension w h d Approx Front surround speakers 91 x 96 x 102 mm 3 1 2 x 3 3 4 x 4 inches 155 x 96 2 x 102 mm 6 1 8 x 3 3 4 x 4 inches Center speaker Mass Approx Front speaker Center speaker Surround speaker 0 65 kg 1 Ib 7 02 0 75 kg 1 Ib 11 02 0 6 kg 1 1b 6 oz Sub woofer SS WMSP67E Models of area code CEL CEK Speaker system Magnetically shielded Speaker unit 160 mm cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Dimensions w h d Approx 200 x 380 x 334 3 mm 7 7 8 x 15 x 13 1 4 inches including front panel Mass Approx 6 0 kg 13 Ib 4 oz SS WMSP67 Models of other area code Speaker system Magnetically shielded Speaker unit 200 mm cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Dimensions w h d Approx 270 x 325 x 333 mm 10 6 8 x 12 7 8 x 13 1 8 inches including front panel Mass Approx 6 0 kg 13 Ib 4 oz Supplied accessories FM wire antenna 1 AM loop antenna 1 Speaker connecting cord long 2 Speaker connecting cord short 3 Coaxial digital cord 1 Foot pads speakers 20 Foot pads subwoofer 4 Remote commander 1 R6 size AA batteries 2 Speakers e Front speakers 2 e Center speaker 1 e Surround speakers 2 e Sub woofer 1 For details on the area code of the component you are using see page 3 Design and specifications are subject to change w
43. ndication PHONE IN Programs where members of the public express their views by phone or in a public forum TRAVEL Programs about travel Not for announcements that are located by TP TA LEISURE Programs on recreational activities such as gardening fishing cooking etc JAZZ Jazz programs COUNTRY Country music programs NATION M Programs featuring the popular music of the country or region OLDIES Programs featuring oldies music FOLK M Folk music programs DOCUMENT Investigative features NONE Any programs not defined above Changing the display Changing the information in the display You can check the sound field etc by changing the information in the display Press DISPLAY repeatedly Each time you press DISPLAY the display will change cyclically as follows Index name of the input Selected input gt Sound field currently applied When the tuner is selected Program Service name or preset station name Frequency Program Type indication Radio Text indication Current Time indication in 24 hour system Sound field currently applied Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station page 32 Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered or it is the same as the input name During RDS reception only Models of area code CEL CEK only See page 21 Adjusting the brightness of the display Press DIMMER repeate
44. nt authorities ALARM flashes in the display e When the message consists of 9 characters or more the message scrolls across the display e If astation does not provide a particular RDS service NO XXXX such as NO TEXT appears in the display Description of program types Program type Description indication NEWS News programs AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news INFO Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects including consumer affairs and medical advice SPORT Sports programs EDUCATE Educational programs such as how to and advice programs DRAMA Radio plays and serials CULTURE Programs about national or regional culture such as language and social concerns SCIENCE Programs about the natural sciences and technology VARIED Other types of programs such as celebrity interviews panel games and comedy POP M Popular music programs ROCK M Rock music programs EASY M Easy Listening LIGHT M Instrumental vocal and choral music CLASSICS Performances of major orchestras chamber music opera etc OTHER M Music that does not fit into any categories above such as Rhythm amp Blues and Reggae WEATHER Weather information FINANCE Stock market reports and trading etc CHILDREN Programs for children SOCIAL Programs about people and the things that affect them RELIGION Programs of religious content Program type Description i
45. only This receiver also allows you to use RDS Radio Data System which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal You can also display RDS information Notes e RDS is operable only for FM stations uoneiado Jaiduy 7 e Not all FM stations provide RDS service nor do they provide the same types of services If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area check with your local radio stations for details Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the FM band using automatic tuning page 19 direct tuning page 19 or preset tuning page 21 When you tune in a station that provides RDS services the RDS indicator lights up and the program service name appears in the display Note RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal strength is weak Displaying RDS information While receiving an RDS station press DISPLAY repeatedly Each time you press the button RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows Program Service name Frequency gt Program Type indication Radio Text indication Current Time indication in 24 hour system Sound field currently applied 4 Type of program being broadcast see page 22 b Text messages sent by the RDS station continued 21 8 Notes e If there is an emergency announcement by governme
46. ps e The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected Sound Field Link For example if you select HALL for the SA CD CD input then change to a different input and then return to SA CD CD HALL will automatically be applied again e You can identify the encoding format of DVD software etc by looking at the logo on the package DOs Dolby Digital discs D posysurrouno Dolby Surround encoded programs DIGITAL Note Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz punos punouwins BulAoluy E 27 GB Advanced Adjustments and Settings Switching the audio input mode for digital components INPUT MODE You can switch the audio input mode for components which have digital audio input jacks 1 Press input buttons to select the input 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select the audio input mode The selected audio input mode appears in the display Audio input modes e AUTO IN Gives priority to digital signals when there are both digital and analog connections If there are no digital signals analog is selected e COAX IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL input jack e OPT IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks e ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN L R jacks Notes e When signals with a sampling freque
47. r output is automatically canceled and SP does not light up in the display e When the headphones are connected you can select only the following sound fields page 27 HP 2CH HEADPHONE 2CH HP THEA HEADPHONE THEATER 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 see page 10 Tip The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table For details on area codes see page 3 Area code FM AM U CA 100 kHz 10 kHz CEL CEK SP AU 50 kHz 9 kHz MX 50 kHz 10 kHz E51 50 kHz 10 kHz The AM tuning scale can be changed see page 41 Automatic tuning If you do not know the frequency of the station you want you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band The last received station is tuned in 2 Press TUNING or TUNING Press TUNING to scan from low to high press TUNING to scan from high to low The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received Tip If STEREO flashes in the display and the FM stereo reception is poor press FM MODE to change to monaural MONO You will not be able to enjoy the stereo effect but the sound will be less distorted To return to stereo mode press FM MODE again Direct tuning You can enter the frequency of the sta
48. receiver settings using the CUSTOMIZE menu T Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select lt CUSTOM gt 2 Press lt or gt repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust For details see CUSTOMIZE menu parameters below 3 Press or repeatedly to select the setting you want The setting is entered automatically 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items CUSTOMIZE menu parameters The initial settings are underlined E A V SYNC X Time alignment e Y Yes delay time 68 ms The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized e N No delay time 0 ms The audio output is not delayed Notes e This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD or Plasma monitor or projection TV e This parameter is only valid when you use a sound field selected with the 2CH or A F D buttons e This parameter is not valid when PCM 96 kHz or DTS 2048 signals are input E DEC XXXX Digital audio input decoding priority Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks e AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS Dolby Digital or PCM e PCM PCM signals are given priority to prevent the interruption when playback starts Even when other signals are input the sound is output However this receiver cannot decode DTS CD when set to DEC PCM Note When set to DEC AUTO and the soun
49. t Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the receiver and other audio video components continued 33 48 3468 The tables below show the settings of each button Remote Operations Function Button A F D Receiver Selects the decoding mode for audio sound ANGLE DVD player Selects viewing angle or changes the angles ANT VCR Selects output signal Satellite tuner from the antenna terminal TV signal or VCR program AUDIO DVD player Changes the sound to 9 Satellite tuner Multiplex or Bilingual or Multi channel TV sound AV VCR Displays menu MENU 13 DVD player Satellite tuner AVI VCR Turns the audio and 1 CD player video components on or DVD player off Satellite tuner MD deck CLEAR DVD player Clears a mistake when Satellite tuner you press the incorrect numeric buttons or returns to continuous playback etc DISPLAY Receiver Selects information CD player displayed on the TV VCR screen DVD player Satellite tuner MD deck D SKIP CD player Skips discs multi disc 11 DVD player changer only D TUNING Receiver Enters direct tuning mode DUAL Receiver Selects the language you MONO want during digital broadcast DVD Receiver To watch DVD ENTER TV VCR After selecting a E Satellite tuner channel disc or track using the numeric buttons press to enter the value Remote Operations Function Button ENTER Receiver Enters the sel
50. t or gt repeatedly to select NAME IN 4 Press ENTER The cursor flashes and you can select a character 5 Use lt or gt and or to create an index name Press or repeatedly to select a character then press gt to move the cursor to the next position Tips e You can select the character type as follows by pressing or repeatedly Alphabet upper case Numbers gt Symbols To enter a blank space press or repeatedly until a blank space appears in the display e If you made a mistake press lt or gt repeatedly until the character you want to change flashes then press or repeatedly to select the correct character 6 Press ENTER to store the index name Note Models of area code CEL CEK only When you name an RDS station and tune in the station the Program Service name appears instead of the name you entered You cannot change the name of a Program Service name The name you entered will be overwritten by the Program Service name Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time Use the remote for the operation Press SLEEP while the power is on Each time you press SLEEP the display changes cyclically as follows 2 00 00 1 30 00 1 00 00 0 30 00 gt OFF While using Sleep Timer SLEEP lights up in the display Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off press SLEEP T
51. the display goes out 4 Press PRESET TUNING or PRESET TUNING repeatedly to select a preset station number Each time you press the button you can select the preset station number as follows eee wed If MEMORY goes out before you select the preset station number start again from step 3 Tip You can also use the remote to select a preset station number Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a memory page A B or C and then press the numeric buttons to select a preset number 5 Press MEMORY again The station is stored to the selected preset number If MEMORY goes out before you press MEMORY start again from step 3 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station Tuning to preset stations 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band The last received station is tuned in 2 Press PRESET TUNING or PRESET TUNING repeatedly to select the preset station you want Each time you press the button you can select the preset station as follows eee an Using the remote 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band 2 Press PRESET repeatedly to select the preset station you want To select the preset station directly Press the numeric buttons on the remote The preset station of the selected number in the current memory page is tuned in Press SHIFT repeatedly on the remote to change the memory page Using the Radio Data System RDS Models of area code CEL CEK
52. tion you want directly Use the remote for the operation 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band The last received station is tuned in Tip You can also use FM or AM on the receiver Press D TUNING Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency Example 1 FM 102 50 MHz Press 1 gt 09329520 Example 2 AM 1 350 kHz Press 1 3 5 0 You do not have to enter the last 0 when the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz Go N If you have tuned in an AM station adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers flash Make sure you have entered the right frequency If not repeat steps 2 and 3 If the entered numbers still flash the frequency is not used in your area uoneado JayIduy i 1968 206 Storing FM stations automatically AUTOBETICAL Models of area code CEL CEK only This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy Additionally it only stores the stations with the clearest signals If you want to store FM or AM stations one by one see Presetting radio stations page 20 Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation 1 Press I to turn off the receiver 2 Hold down MEMORY and press I to turn the receiver back on AUTO BETICAL SELECT appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in the
53. to a gas pipe Outdoor FM antenna Receiver ANTENNA Ground wire not supplied To ground Radio stations cannot be tuned in e Check that the antennas are connected securely Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary e The signal strength of the stations is too weak when tuning in with automatic tuning Use direct tuning e Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning e No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared when tuning by scanning preset stations Preset the stations page 20 e Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency appears in the display RDS does not work e Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station e Select a stronger FM station The RDS information that you want does not appear e Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question If so the service may be temporarily out of order Models of area code CEL CEK only Remote control The remote does not function e Point the remote at the remote sensor Im on the receiver e Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver e Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak e Make sure you select the correct input on the remote e To activate the buttons with orange printing press TV and the button you want simultaneously e B
54. tor to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 220V 240V Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet Toa wall outlet AC power cord Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation 1 Press I to turn off the receiver 2 Hold down I for 5 seconds PUSH and ENTER appears in the display alternatingly 3 Press ENTER CLEARING appears in the display for a while then CLEARED appears The following are reset to their factory settings e All settings in the SET UP LEVEL TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus e The sound field memorized for each input and preset station e All sound field parameters e All preset stations e All index names for inputs and preset stations e MASTER VOLUME is set to VOL MIN 5 Setting up the speakers You can use the SET UP menu to set the distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver 1 Press I to turn on the receiver 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select lt SET UP gt D 3 Press lt or gt repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust For details see

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