Page 2 - Owner’s Record; Important Safety Instructions
2 US To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the appa...
Page 3 - CAUTION
3 US 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does...
Page 4 - About This Manual; On Copyrights
4 US About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DA3700ES (the receiver). Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • The instructions in this manual describe mostly the operation of the receiver with the supplied remote control. You c...
Page 6 - Main features of the receiver; Compatible with a variety of connections and formats
6 US Main features of the receiver Compatible with a variety of connections and formats Better image and sound quality Feature Description Page Multi-channel The receiver can output up to 7.1 channels.The receiver is equipped with speaker terminals for the front height channel. 22, 24 Compatible wit...
Page 7 - Useful functions
7 US Useful functions Others Feature Description Page Easy and accessible operations The receiver is equipped with a GUI (Graphical User Interface). You can operate the receiver intuitively using a menu displayed on the TV screen. 48 You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily using the Ea...
Page 8 - Table of Contents
8 US Table of Contents Main features of the receiver ........................6Description and location of parts ................10 Getting Started Read the following before you connect any equipment .............................................. 19 1: Installing speakers ...............................
Page 9 - Adjusting Settings; Operating each equipment using the remote; Additional Information
9 US Using the sleep timer .................................. 86Recording using the receiver ...................... 87Switching the command mode of the receiver and the remote control .......................... 87 Using a bi-amplifier connection ................. 89 Adjusting Settings Using the sett...
Page 10 - Description and location of parts; Remote sensor; Receives signals from remote control.; MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp; Connects to headphones.; Front panel; To remove the cover
10 US Description and location of parts A ? / 1 ON/STANDBY Press to turn the receiver on or off. When the power is on, the lamp above the button lights up in green. If “Control for HDMI” (page 103), “Pass Through” (page 103), or “Network Standby” (page 105) is set to “On,” or the power for zone 2 is...
Page 11 - INPUT SELECTOR
11 US K DISPLAY MODE (page 116) L 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/HD-D.C.S., MUSIC (page 67, 67, 68, 70) M INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select the input source to play back.To select the input source for zone 2, press ZONE SELECT ( 7 ) to select zone 2 first (“ZONE 2 [input name]” appears on the display windo...
Page 12 - Indicators on the display
12 US A SW Lights up when subwoofer(s) is (are) connected and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack(s). B Dolby Pro Logic indicator Lights up with one of the respective indicators when the receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix surround decoding technology can enhance...
Page 14 - LPCM
14 US W LPCM Lights up when Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signals are input.
Page 15 - Rear panel; DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section; Used for maintenance and service.; AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
15 US Rear panel A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN jacks (page 26, 30, 32, 39) COAXIAL IN jacks (page 29, 37) HDMI IN/OUT * jacks (page 26, 28, 30, 32) B ANTENNA section AM ANTENNA jack (page 40) FM ANTENNA jack (page 40) C RS232C port Used for maintenance and service. D Control jacks for So...
Page 16 - Note
16 US * You must connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 26). Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. The remote control is pre-programmed to operate Sony video/audio equipment initially. Note Do not expose the...
Page 18 - channel numbers of the TV.
18 US Y Numeric buttons Press SHIFT ( wd ), then press to input numbers.Press TV ( ws ), then press to select channel numbers of the TV. Z -/-- Press SHIFT ( wd ), then press to – select track numbers over 10 of the CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, or MD deck. – select channel numbers ove...
Page 19 - tting Star; Read the following before you connect any equipment; Getting Started; Installing Speakers
19 US G e tting Star te d Read the following before you connect any equipment Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). For details on a multi-zone connection, see page 74.For details on a bi-amplifier connection, see page 89. Getting Started Installing Speaker...
Page 20 - To display Closed Caption; Function for conversion of video signals
20 US This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals.• Composite video signals can be output as HDMI video and component video signals.• Component video signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals. As the factory default setting, video signals input from the connect...
Page 21 - Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
21 US G e tting Star te d Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks of the equipment connected.This receiver supports the following audio formats. * Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the format. F...
Page 22 - : Installing speakers; channel speaker system
22 US 1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use up to a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer). 7.1 channel speaker system using surround back speakers You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format...
Page 23 - • If you cannot place the speakers at the; channel speaker system; • Place the surround back speaker behind the; Tip
23 US G e tting Star te d • If you cannot place the speakers at the optimum angle, separate the surround speakers and the surround back speakers adequately and arrange them as symmetrically as possible. • Install the front high speakers at a position as near as possible to the wall in front of the s...
Page 24 - Front speaker; Connecting speakers
24 US Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied) A Front speaker A (L) B Front speaker A (R) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (L) E Surround speaker (R) F Surround back speaker (L) 2) 4) G Su...
Page 25 - ZONE 2 connection; and
25 US G e tting Star te d 4) You can connect both the surround back speakers and the front high speakers. However, sound cannot be output from the surround back speakers and the front high speakers simultaneously.You can set whether or not to output sound from the front high speakers using “Sound Fi...
Page 26 - : Connecting the monitor
26 US 2: Connecting the monitor You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface). It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipmen...
Page 28 - : Connecting the video equipment; To connect equipment with HDMI jacks; If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 29.
28 US 3: Connecting the video equipment To connect equipment with HDMI jacks If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 29. A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. * You can connect any equipment with HDMI output jacks to the HDMI IN jacks of the receiver...
Page 29 - To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks
29 US G e tting Star te d To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (...
Page 30 - Connections required for playing video games
30 US It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. * When you connect equipment with an optical digital jack, set “Audio Input Assign” in the Input Settings menu (page 82). Connections required for playing video games PlayStation 3 (video game...
Page 31 - Notes
31 US G e tting Star te d A HDMI cable (not supplied) B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied) * You can output the video game’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only by connecting the video game with an HDMI cable. ** If you...
Page 35 - Connections required for watching content via a camcorder
35 US G e tting Star te d A Video/audio cord (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied) Connections required for watching content via a camcorder To the VIDEO 2 IN jacks Camcorder without an HDMI jack A B Video/audio signals Camcorder with an HDMI jack
Page 36 - Notes on connecting cables; HDMI features
36 US • A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, DSD, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 21). • Analog video signals input to the VIDEO jack, or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks ca...
Page 37 - : Connecting the audio equipment
37 US G e tting Star te d 4: Connecting the audio equipment It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48...
Page 40 - Connections required for listening to the radio
40 US Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other equipment. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible. Connections required for listening to the r...
Page 41 - • Use a router compatible with 100 Mbps to; System requirements
41 US G e tting Star te d 5: Connecting to the network If you have an Internet connection, you can connect this receiver to the Internet as well, through the wired LAN connection. The following system environment is required to use the network function of the receiver. A Broadband line connection A ...
Page 42 - Configuration example
42 US The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a computer.We recommend that you use a wired connection. Note Connect a router to one among ports 1 to 4 of the receiver using only one LAN cable. Do not connect the same router to the receiver using mor...
Page 43 - Press; You can also turn on the receiver using; Turning on the receiver
43 US G e tting Star te d 6: Preparing the receiver and the remote control Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN terminal on the receiver firmly, then connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. A several space is left between the plug and the rear panel even when...
Page 45 - Confirm active subwoofer setup
45 US G e tting Star te d 7: Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily by operating the receiver in accordance with the instructions on the TV screen.Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected.When you turn on t...
Page 46 - To select the front speakers
46 US Set “Speaker Impedance” to “4 Ω ” in the Speaker Settings menu. To select the front speakers You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Press SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to drive. You can confirm which set of terminals ( A or B ) are ...
Page 48 - To return to the previous screen; Using the menu
48 US Guide to on-screen display operation You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and select the function you want to use on the TV screen by pressing V / v / B / b and on the remote control. 1 Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected. 2 Press HOM...
Page 49 - Overview of the main menus
49 US G e tting Star te d Overview of the main menus Menu Description Watch Selects the video or photo source to be input to the receiver, or the video or photo content to be delivered via Internet video or a home network (page 50). Listen Selects the music source to be input to the receiver, or the...
Page 50 - Tips; To activate the muting function; Enjoying images/sound
50 US Enjoying images/sound from the connected equipment 1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from the home menu, then press . The menu item list appears on the TV screen. 2 Select the equipment you want, then press . 3 Turn on the equipment and start playback. 4 Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume. T...
Page 51 - Enj; Connect the USB device to the
51 US Enj o y ing ima g es/soun d USB Device/WALKMAN You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device.For playable types of files, see “Playable types of files” (page 140). 1 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB devi...
Page 52 - Connect the iPhone/iPod to the
52 US iPhone/iPod You can enjoy the music/video/photo and charge the battery of an iPhone/iPod via the receiver.For details on the compatible iPhone/iPod models with this function, see page 56. Note You cannot use headphones during playback. 1 Connect the iPhone/iPod to the (USB) port on the receive...
Page 53 - DLNA; Internet video; The Internet content screen appears.; To use the control panel
53 US Enj o y ing ima g es/soun d DLNA You can play video/music/photo files on other DLNA-certified devices by connecting them to your home network. 1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “My Video,” “My Music,” or “My Photo,” then press . Note If no picture is output...
Page 54 - The Favorites List appears.; Available options
54 US B Playing status barStatus bar, cursor indicating the current position, playing time, duration of the video file C Network condition indicator D Network transmission speed E The next video file name F The currently selected video file name You can register your favorite Internet content in “Fa...
Page 55 - SIRIUS; Select “SIRIUS,” then press; SIRIUS screen
55 US Enj o y ing ima g es/soun d FM/AM You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 40). 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “FM/AM,” then press . FM/A...
Page 56 - Compatible iPhone/iPod models; • iPod nano; For “My Video”/“My Music”; Enjoying an iPhone/iPod
56 US Playing files on an iPhone/iPod Compatible iPhone/iPod models The compatible iPhone/iPod models are as follows. Update your iPhone/iPod with the latest software before using with the receiver. Compatible models are as follows: • iPod touch iPod touch 4th generation/iPod touch 3rd generation/iP...
Page 57 - la; • Renderer: Receives and plays files from the; Playing via a Network
57 US P la y ing via a N e twork Playing files on a home network (DLNA) This receiver can be used as a player and renderer.• Server: Stores and sends files.• Player: Receives and plays files from the server. • Renderer: Receives and plays files from the server, and can be operated by another device ...
Page 58 - Listening to FM/AM radio; Select the band switch.; scans from lower to higher frequency; Tuning
58 US Listening to FM/AM radio 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “FM/AM,” then press . The FM/AM screen appears. 3 Select the band switch. 4 Press V / v to select “FM” or “AM,” then press . 1 Select the frequency indication on the FM/AM screen. 2 Press V / v . V scans from ...
Page 59 - in; If you cannot tune to a station; The option menu appears.; Select “Set Preset,” then press; Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.; To cancel naming input; Tuning to preset stations
59 US Tun in g Tips • Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to an AM station. • The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below. – FM band 100 kHz – AM band 10 kHz* * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 60). If you cannot tune to a station “– –...
Page 60 - receiver, you’ll need to add a Sirius; Packages for Sirius Tuners; Sirius Select; Changing the AM tuning scale
60 US You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz on the receiver.All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. 1 Press ? / 1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down TUNING MODE, press ? / 1 on the receiver. 3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz...
Page 61 - Checking the ID number
61 US Tun in g Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels that feature mature programming. To subscribe to a Sirius package, U.S. customers (including Puerto Rico) should visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-888-539-7474. Canadian customers should visit www.sirius.ca. All programmi...
Page 62 - To exit the menu; • All Categories: You can select a channel
62 US 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “SIRIUS,” then press . 3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. The option menu appears. 4 Select “Antenna Aiming,” then press . The Antenna Aiming screen appears. 5 While checking the quality of the reception, adjust the direction of the antenna to ob...
Page 63 - Select the channel, then press; The selected channel is tune in.
63 US Tun in g 4 Select the channel, then press . The selected channel is being received. The channel information is displayed on the TV screen. Enter the channel number directly by using the numeric buttons on the remote control. This operation cannot be performed using the simple remote control. 1...
Page 64 - You can store channels from 1 to 30.; Selecting preset channels
64 US 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset another channel. You can store channels from 1 to 30. 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “SIRIUS,” then press . 3 Select “Presets,” then press . 4 Select the preset number from the preset list, then press . You can select stored preset c...
Page 65 - , and then repeat the procedure; To listen to the locked channels; The channel is tuned in.; To cancel the Parental Lock
65 US Tun in g To delete the numbers you have entered, go back to step 2 by pressing RETURN/EXIT O , and then repeat the procedure above from step 2. To change the lock code (Lock Code) 1 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “SIRIUS,” then press . 3 Press TOOLS/OPTIONS. 4 Select...
Page 66 - Message list
66 US Message list Message appears in GUI menu [Display window] Explanation Remedies Antenna Error[ANTENNA ERROR] The antenna is not connected properly. Check the connection between the SiriusConnect Home tuner and the antenna. Acquiring Signal[ACQUIRING] The receiving condition is not good. Try mov...
Page 67 - Enjo; Selecting the sound field; Select “Sound Effects,” from the home menu, then press; To listen to music through headphones connected to the receiver; Enjoying Sound Effects; Playing back with multi-channel surround
67 US Enjo yi ng Sou nd Eff e cts Selecting the sound field 1 Select “Sound Effects,” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “Sound Field,” then press . 3 Select the sound field you want. You can switch the output sound to 2-channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the software you ar...
Page 68 - Enjoying a surround effect for movies
68 US You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. Enjoying a surround effect for movies Sound field Effect HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is ...
Page 69 - Dynamic
69 US Enjo yi ng Sou nd Eff e cts About the effect type for HD-D.C.S. HD-D.C.S. has three different types: Dynamic, Theater, and Studio. Each type has different reflection and reverberation sound mixture levels and is optimized to match a listener’s room uniqueness, taste and mood. x Dynamic The “Dy...
Page 70 - Enjoying a surround effect for music
70 US You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of concert halls into your home. Enjoying a surround effect for music Sound field Effect Berlin Philharmonic Hall Reproduces the sound char...
Page 71 - Low; Sound Field Mode
71 US Enjo yi ng Sou nd Eff e cts About the gain level for PLIIz Height You can adjust the gain level of the front height channels for Pro Logic IIz mode (common for movie and music). x Low No gain will be applied. x Mid +3 dB will be applied (factory default setting). x High +5 dB will be applied. ...
Page 72 - Select “On,” then press; Adjusting the equalizer; Select “Equalizer,” then press
72 US Using the Sound Optimizer function The Sound Optimizer function imparts a sense of presence and intensity of sound to playback of high volume sound, regardless of the volume level of the receiver.You can enjoy clear and dynamic sound even at a low volume, for examples, at night.The optimum eff...
Page 74 - Making a multi-zone connection; Using Multi-zone Features; Main zone
74 US What you can do with the Multi-zone function You can enjoy images and sounds from an equipment connected to the receiver in a zone other than the main zone. For example, you can watch the DVD in the main zone and listen to the CD in zone 2. When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you can ope...
Page 75 - ne; Speakers
75 US Using Mul ti-zo ne F eatu res 2 Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier. A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver * You can also connect to the ZONE 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack. Main zone Zone 2 TV monitor ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT A B B C ...
Page 76 - Select “Zone Setup,” then press
76 US Setting the speakers in zone 2 When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ZONE 2 terminals of the receiver (page 74), make the setting so that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from the speakers connected to the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ZONE 2 terminals.For ...
Page 77 - Turn on the amplifier in zone 2.; In the case of illustration 1-; The zone function is activated.; Adjust to a suitable volume.; • In the case of illustration 1-; To finish the zone 2 operation; Press ZONE, then press
77 US Using Mul ti-zo ne F eatu res 1 Turn on the amplifier in zone 2. In the case of illustration 1- 1 (page 74), skip this step. 2 Press ZONE. The remote control switches to zone 2. 3 Press ? / 1 . The zone function is activated. 4 Press one of the input buttons on the remote control to select the...
Page 78 - • When you connect the receiver to an; Using Other Features
78 US Using “BRAVIA” Sync features “BRAVIA” Sync is the name of a function on Sony products that enables compatible equipment connected via HDMI cables to be operated mutually using the “BRAVIA” remote control.This mutual operation is enabled by the Control for HDMI function using HDMI CEC (Consumer...
Page 79 - ing O; Press TV, then press AV; Pass Through; • When you adjust the TV volume, the System; System Audio Control
79 US U s ing O th e r Feature s 6 Repeat step 5 to set the Control for HDMI function and to display the image of all the playback equipment you want to use. Note When you pull out the HDMI cable or change the connection, perform the steps above.However, you do not need to perform these steps when y...
Page 80 - Correspondence table; Scene Select; Home Theater Control
80 US You can also operate this function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Notes • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” the “Audio Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu will set automatically based on the System Audio Control settings. • If the TV is...
Page 82 - • OPT
82 US • OPT Appears only when an optical jack is assigned to the input and selects the optical input jack automatically. • COAX Appears only when a coaxial jack is assigned to the input and selects the coaxial input jack automatically. • ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO I...
Page 85 - Save the settings to a Scene
85 US U s ing O th e r Feature s The items for which you can save settings and the default values for each item are as follows. * You can select “Tuner Preset” only when “FM,” “AM,” or “SIRIUS” is selected for “Input.” 1 Select “Easy Automation” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select a Scene you ...
Page 86 - Using the sleep timer
86 US Tip You can recall the setting(s) saved for “1: Movie” or “2: Music” directly by pressing EASY AUTOMATION 1 or EASY AUTOMATION 2 on the remote control. You can also overwrite “1: Movie” or “2: Music” with the present settings by holding down EASY AUTOMATION 1 or EASY AUTOMATION 2 for 3 seconds...
Page 88 - The AMP and ZONE buttons flash.
88 US The command modes of both the receiver and the remote control are those of the factory default setting (COMMAND MODE AV2).The receiver and the remote control, on the contrary, should use the same command mode. If the command modes of the receiver and the remote control are different, you canno...
Page 89 - To connect speakers
89 US U s ing O th e r Feature s Using a bi-amplifier connection If you are not using surround back speakers and front high speakers, you can use the SURROUND BACK/FRONT HIGH/ZONE 2 terminals for the front speakers for use with a bi-amplifier connection. To connect speakers Connect the jacks on the ...
Page 90 - Using the setting menu; to
90 US Using the setting menu You can adjust the various settings for speakers, surround effects, multi-zone, etc., using the setting menu. 1 Select “Settings” from the home menu, then press to enter the menu mode. The setting menu list appears on the TV screen. 2 Select the menu item you want, then ...
Page 91 - Adj; Setting menu list
91 US Adj u stin g Sett ings Setting menu list Settings Easy Setup (page 93) Speaker Settings (page 93) Auto Calibration Auto Calibration Setup Position Calibration Type Name In Automatic Phase Matching Speaker Connection Speaker Setup Test Tone Speaker Impedance Distance Unit Audio Settings (page 9...
Page 93 - Easy Setup; Position; Auto Calibration
93 US Adj u stin g Sett ings Easy Setup Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions (page 45). Speaker Settings You can set up your viewing environment (with the speaker system you are using) either automatically or manually. Performs the D.C.A.C. (Digital Ci...
Page 94 - To name the Position; Automatic Phase Matching; OFF; Speaker Connection
94 US To set a compensation type for the speakers You can select the compensation type to be used for the speakers for each Position. 1 Select the “Position” for which you want to set the speaker compensation type, then press . 2 Select the “Calibration Type” you want, then press . • Full Flat Makes...
Page 95 - To adjust the speaker level; Select “Level,” then press
95 US Adj u stin g Sett ings To adjust the speaker level You can adjust each speaker’s level (center, surround left/right, surround back left/right, front high left/right, subwoofer). 1 Select the speaker on the screen for which you want to adjust the level, then press . 2 Select “Level,” then press...
Page 96 - The Test Tone screen appears.; The Phase Noise screen appears.; The Phase Audio screen appears.; meter; The distance is displayed in meters.; feet; The distance is displayed in feet.; Test Tone
96 US Lets you select the test tone type on the Test Tone screen. To output a test tone from each speaker You can output a test tone from the speakers in sequence. 1 Select “Test Tone,” then press . The Test Tone screen appears. 2 Adjust the parameter, then press . • Off• Auto The test tone is outpu...
Page 97 - Audio Settings; The SUBWOOFER jacks output signals.; Sound Optimizer
97 US Adj u stin g Sett ings Audio Settings You can adjust settings for the audio to suit your preference. The D.L.L. function is Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio signals and analog audio signals to be played back with high quality sound. x OFF x Auto 1 This function...
Page 98 - The dynamic range is not compressed.; Dynamic Range Compressor
98 US Lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack. 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. x Off The dynamic range is not compressed. x Auto The dynamic range is compressed automat...
Page 100 - Video Settings; You can adjust settings for video.; Direct
100 US Video Settings You can adjust settings for video. Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals and output the converted signals. x Direct Lets you output analog video input signals directly. x Auto x 480i/576i x 480p/576p x 720p x 1080i x 1080p z : Video signals are converted...
Page 101 - Playback Resolution
101 US Adj u stin g Sett ings c) 480p/576p signals are output even if 480i/576i is set. d) Video signals without copyright protection are output based on the settings menu. Video signals with copyright protection are output as 480p/576p. Notes • Video signals are not output from the COMPONENT VIDEO ...
Page 102 - Select this to display all content in 2D.; HDMI Settings
102 US This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet video. x Auto Select this to display 3D compatible content in 3D. x Off Select this to display all content in 2D. This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet video. x 16:9 Select this...
Page 103 - Input Settings; Lets you set the following items for each input.; Control for HDMI
103 US Adj u stin g Sett ings x TV+AMP The sound is output from the TV speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver. Notes • The sound quality of the playback equipment depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the number of channels, and the sampling frequency, etc. If the TV has stereo spea...
Page 104 - Factory default setting; Network Settings; You can adjust the settings for the network.
104 US x Analog Factory default setting Lets you set the video input jack(s) assigned to each input.For details, see “Using other video/audio input jacks” (page 82). x HDMI HDMI IN 1/2/3/4/5, none x Component COMPONENT IN 1/2, none x Analog Factory default setting Network Settings You can adjust the...
Page 105 - Off; Network Standby
105 US Adj u stin g Sett ings Lets you turn the function that activates the switching hubs on the rear of the receiver and allows network controller, “ES Remote,” etc., to control the receiver on or off even when the receiver is in standby mode. In standby mode, the start-up time of the network func...
Page 106 - Zone Settings; You can turn zone 2 operation on or off.; To adjust the volume for zone 2; Line Out; Fixed; Zone Control
106 US Zone Settings You can adjust settings for the main zone, zone 2. To turn the power on or off for zone 2 You can turn zone 2 operation on or off. 1 Select the zone you want to turn on or off, then press . 2 Select “On” or “Off,” then press . • On• Off To select the output source for each zone ...
Page 107 - to select the input, then press; System Settings; You can customize the settings of the receiver.; Lets you lock the settings of the receiver.; Language
107 US Adj u stin g Sett ings x Ctrl Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or off manually using the control command of an external control device. x Zone Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or off based on whether the selected zone is turned on or off. x Input (for “Main” only) Lets y...
Page 108 - To update the receiver; Displays the software version of the receiver.; Network Update; Software Update Notification; Initialize Personal Information
108 US 1 Press ? / 1 to turn off the receiver. 2 While holding down MUSIC and SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF), press ? / 1 to turn on the receiver. Let you turn the control mode for maintenance and service on or off. x Off x On Lets you set whether or not to inform you of newer software version information o...
Page 109 - The parameter appears.; To return to the previous step
109 US Adj u stin g Sett ings Operating without using the GUI You can operate the receiver using the display window of the receiver even if the TV is not connected to the receiver. 1 Turn on the receiver. 2 Press AMP MENU. The menu is displayed in the display window of the receiver. Example: When yo...
Page 110 - xx
110 US The following options are available in each menu. “ xx …” in the table signifies the parameter for each item. Menu list (in the display window) Menu Item Parameter Auto Calibration<AUTO CAL> A.CAL START(Auto Calibration Start) FH USE: x ? Y, N 5 4 3 2 1 TONE T.S.P. WOOFER COMPLETE RETRY...
Page 116 - To change the display
116 US To change the display The display panel provides various information of the receiver status such as sound field. 1 Select the input for which you want to check the information. 2 Press DISPLAY MODE on the receiver repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY MODE, the display will change as follow...
Page 117 - g the; Table of buttons used to control each equipment; Using the Remote Control
117 US Usin g the Re m o te Con tr o l Operating each equipment using the remote control You can control Sony or non-Sony equipment you are using with the remote control supplied with the receiver.The remote control is initially set to control Sony equipment. When you change the settings of the remo...
Page 118 - and AV; Press AV; The RM SET UP button flashes.
118 US a) LD player only b) Deck B only c) DVD only d) Video CD only Turning off all connected equipment (SYSTEM STANDBY) Even when this receiver is standby mode, the receiver in zone 2 remain turned on. To turn off all Sony equipment, including connections to each zone, press ? / 1 and AV ? / 1 on ...
Page 119 - To cancel programming; Press RM SET UP during any step.; To control a CD player
119 US Usin g the Re m o te Con tr o l 2 While the RM SET UP button is flashing, press the input button (including the TV button) of the equipment you want to control. For example, if you are going to control a VCR connected to VIDEO 1 IN jack, press VIDEO 1.RM SET UP and SHIFT light up.If you press...
Page 121 - To control an LD player
121 US Usin g the Re m o te Con tr o l To control an LD player To control a video CD player To control a VCR * If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead. To control a satellite tuner (box) PIONEER 509, 525, 526, 540, 551, 555 PORTLAND 503 Q...
Page 122 - To control a cable box
122 US To control a cable box 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 control provides 2 macro lists (MACRO 1 and MACRO 2). You can specify up to 20 commands for eac...
Page 123 - Starting macro play
123 US Usin g the Re m o te Con tr o l 1 Press MACRO 1 or MACRO 2 for more than 1 second while pressing RM SET UP. The RM SET UP button flashes and one of the input buttons lights up (as the factory default setting, the BD/DVD button lights). 2 Press the input button for the equipment for which you ...
Page 125 - To cancel learning
125 US Usin g the Re m o te Con tr o l 5 Press the button on the remote control to be learned from to transmit the remote control code. While the remote control of the receiver is receiving the signal, the input button selected in step 2 turns off.The RM SET UP button flashes twice, then the learnin...
Page 126 - Hold down
126 US 1 Hold down ? / 1 while pressing MASTER VOL –, then press AV ? / 1 , all at the same time. The RM SET UP button flashes three times. 2 Release all buttons. All the contents of the remote control’s memory (e.g., all the programmed data) are cleared.
Page 127 - ition; Precautions; On safety; On placement
127 US Add ition al In fo rmatio n 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 • Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is iden...
Page 128 - Troubleshooting; The receiver is turned on automatically.; General
128 US 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. The receiver is turned off automatically. • “Auto Standby” is set to “On” ...
Page 129 - Audio
129 US Add ition al In fo rmatio n • Set “Auto Standby” to “Off” (page 107). While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and interrupt the recording. Specific type of image is not output or corrupted. Component video output • The reso...
Page 130 - Front
130 US • Move your TV away from the audio equipment. • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. There is no sound from specific speaker(s). Front • Connect headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output to the headphones.If only one channel...
Page 132 - Recording cannot be carried out.; Tuner
132 US Multi-channel sound cannot be output. • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” “Audio Out” may be automatically set to “AMP.” In this case, set “Audio Out” to “AMP.” The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE/HD-D.C.S. or MUSIC). • “PLII (...
Page 134 - Cannot connect to the network.; Network
134 US Other characters may not be displayed correctly. It takes a long time before playback starts. • The reading process can take a long time in the following cases. – There are many folders or files on the USB device. – The file structure is extremely complex.– The memory capacity is excessive.– ...
Page 136 - The remote control does not function.; Remote control
136 US The Audio Return Channel (ARC) does not work. • Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” in the HDMI Settings menu. • Make sure that the INPUT MODE for “TV” is set to “AUTO” (page 81). The remote control does not function. • Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the receiver (pa...
Page 137 - Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
137 US Add ition al In fo rmatio n Message list after Auto Calibration measurement Display Explanation Code 31 SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) is set to OFF. Set to other speaker settings and reperform the measurement. Code 32 None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the plug of the optimizer micro...
Page 138 - Reference sections; Specifications; Amplifier section; Clearing the memory; To clear; All memorized settings; Rebooting the receiver
138 US Reference sections If the buttons on the receiver or the remote control do not work due to a malfunction of the receiver, reboot the receiver. Hold down ? / 1 for 10 seconds. When the lamp above ? / 1 flashes in green, the reboot starts. Refer to the following web site for details of the late...
Page 139 - Outputs; AM tuner section; Video section; HDMI Video
139 US Add ition al In fo rmatio n Frequency response 3) 3) When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used. Inputs (Analog) Inputs (Digital) Outputs FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced AM tuner section Interm...
Page 140 - Playable types of files
140 US 1920 × 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz Frame PackingSide-by-Side (Half)Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1920 × 1080p @ 29.97/30 Hz Frame PackingSide-by-Side (Half)Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1280 × 720p @ 23.98/24 Hz Frame PackingSide-by-Side (Half)Over-Under (Top-and-Bottom) 1280 × 720p @ 29.97/30 Hz Frame P...
Page 141 - Supplied accessories
141 US Add ition al In fo rmatio n Dimensions 430 mm × 162 mm × 388 mm (17 in × 6 in × 15 3 / 8 in) (width/height/depth)including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 12.9 kg (28 lb 8 oz) Supplied accessories Operating Instructions (this manual)Quick Setup Guide (1)Software License Informati...
Page 142 - Index; Numerics
142 US Index Numerics 12V Trigger 106 2 channel 67 2ch Analog Direct 67 2ch Stereo (mode) 67 3D Output Settings 102 5.1 channel 22 7.1 channel 22 A A.F.D. (mode) 67 A/V Sync 98 AC power cord (mains lead) 43 Advanced Auto Volume 73 , 97 AM 58 Antenna (aerial) 40 Antenna Aiming 62 Audio Input Assign 8...