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 appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted ...
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 This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extr...
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 Feature Description Page 9.2 channels The receiver can output up to 9.2 channels.The receiver supports a bi-amplifier connection of a front speaker. 24, 26 Compatible with various standards The receiver is compat...
Page 7 - Better image and sound quality
7 US Better image and sound quality Multi-zone In addition to the main room, you can enjoy music and video in another room, different from the content in the main room. 75 You can output HDMI signals from HDMI IN jacks to the HDMI ZONE 2 OUT jack. 21, 75, 79 Feature Description Page Image up-convers...
Page 8 - Useful functions
8 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. 49 You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily using Easy S...
Page 9 - Table of Contents; Getting Started
9 US Table of Contents Main features of the receiver ........................ 6Description and location of parts ............... 11 Getting Started Read the following before you connect any equipment .............................................. 20 1: Installing speakers ..............................
Page 10 - Adjusting Settings
10 US Preview for HDMI ...................................... 90Operating the receiver using a smartphone .......................................... 91 Using the sleep timer .................................. 92Recording using the receiver ......................92Switching the command mode of the re...
Page 11 - Description and location of parts; – The receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 is; Remote sensor; Receives signals from remote control.; Front panel; To remove the cover; Slide the cover to the left.
11 US Description and location of parts A ? / 1 ON/STANDBY Turns the receiver on or off.The lamp above the button lights up as follows: Green: The receiver is turned on.Amber: The receiver is in standby mode, and – “Control for HDMI” (page 114) or “Network Standby” (page 116) is set to “On.” – “Pass...
Page 12 - DIMMER; Connects to headphones.; MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp
12 US H DIMMER Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the display window. I DISPLAY MODE (page 127) J INPUT MODE (page 87) K HD-D.C.S. lamp (page 62) Lights up when the HD-D.C.S. sound field is selected. CONCERT HALL MODE lamp (page 64) Lights up when one of the Berlin Philharmonic Hall...
Page 13 - Indicators on the display
13 US A SW Lights up when subwoofer(s) is (are) connected and the audio signal is output from the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack(s). B Playback channel indicator Indicates the speaker that is designated to output sound. Shows how the receiver down-mixes or up-mixes the source sound, based on the speaker set...
Page 15 - DISC; wj
15 US DTS-ES Lights up with one of the following indicators, depending on the input signal decoding format. 96/24 DTS 96/24 (96 kHz/24 bit) decoding DISC DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 MTX DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 wj NEO:X Lights up when DTS Neo:X Cinema/Music/Game decoding is activated. wk V.FH Lights up when the Vi...
Page 16 - Rear panel; DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section; Used for maintenance and service.; ANTENNA section
16 US Rear panel A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN jacks (page 28, 32, 33) COAXIAL IN jacks (page 31, 38) HDMI IN/OUT * jacks (page 28, 30, 32, 33) B RS232C port Used for maintenance and service. C ANTENNA section AM ANTENNA jack (page 40) FM ANTENNA jack (page 40) D LAN ports (switching hub...
Page 17 - jacks; Connect to an external power amplifier.
17 US * You must connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input image (page 28). H Control jacks for Sony and other external equipment IR REMOTE IN/OUT jacks (page 75) Connect an IR repeater (not supplied) toIN to use the Multi-zone function.Connect an IR blaster (su...
Page 18 - wa
18 US Use the supplied remote control to operate this receiver and other equipment. Note Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Tip When the receiver no longer responds to the remote control, replace all the batteries with new on...
Page 20 - Read the following before you connect any equipment
20 US 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 75.For details on a bi-amplifier connection, see page 94. Getting Started Installing Speakers See “1: Installing...
Page 21 - Getting Star; To display Closed Caption; Function for conversion of video signals
21 US Getting Star ted 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...
Page 22 - Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver; Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
22 US 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. Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver * Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipme...
Page 24 - : Installing speakers; channel speaker system
24 US 1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use up to a 9.2 channel system (9 speakers and two subwoofers). 9.1 channel speaker system You can enjoy high-quality multi-channel surround sound maximally just you would in an ideal dubbing theater in 9.1 channel or 9.2 channel format. A Fro...
Page 25 - or 7 channel speaker system; Tip
25 US Getting Star ted 9 or 7 channel speaker system • The angle A shown in the illustration should be the same. • 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. • You can ...
Page 26 - Front speaker; Connecting speakers
26 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) G Surro...
Page 27 - ZONE 2 connection; and
27 US Getting Star ted You can connect two subwoofers to the receiver. The same signals are output from each of the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jacks. Tip You can loosen or tighten the SPEAKERS terminal easily using the supplied speaker cord connection tool. ZONE 2 connection Only if you do not use surround b...
Page 28 - : Connecting the monitor
28 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 the on-screen GUI (Graphical User Interface). It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of y...
Page 30 - : Connecting the video equipment; To connect equipment with HDMI jacks; If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 31.
30 US 3: Connecting the video equipment To connect equipment with HDMI jacks If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 31. 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 31 - To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks
31 US Getting Star ted 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 (not...
Page 32 - Notes; Connections required for playing video games
32 US It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment. 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)...
Page 35 - Connections required for watching content via a camcorder
35 US Getting Star ted 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 • Digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers and the PRE OUT jacks on this receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, DSD, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver” (page 22). • Analog video signals input to the VI...
Page 37 - : Connecting the audio equipment; If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 38.
37 US Getting Star ted 4: Connecting the audio equipment To connect equipment with HDMI jacks If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 38. 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 jack...
Page 38 - Note
38 US To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks If your Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi-channel output jacks, you can connect them to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this receiver to enjoy multi-channel sound. Alternatively, the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks can be used to conn...
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 42 - : Connecting the IR blaster; Tips
42 US 5: Connecting the IR blaster To operate the equipment connected to the receiver with the supplied remote control, attach one of the supplied IR blasters to the connected equipment. Place the equipment and the IR blaster as follows when you want to operate more than one device with the IR blast...
Page 43 - : Making connections for using Lighting Control
43 US Getting Star ted 6: Making connections for using Lighting Control To operate Control4-compatible equipment with the supplied remote control, plug the supplied Lighting Control Adapter (UWA-C4Z) into the receiver. A Lighting Control Adapter (UWA-C4Z) (supplied) Note Do not remove the Lighting C...
Page 44 - : Connecting to the network; Configuration example; System requirements
44 US 7: Connecting to the network If you have an Internet connection, you can connect this receiver to the Internet. 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 amon...
Page 45 - Press; You can also turn on the receiver using; Turning on the receiver
45 US Getting Star ted 8: 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 th...
Page 46 - Confirm active subwoofer setup; • When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
46 US Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU194 remote control.Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones.• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of bat...
Page 47 - To select the front speakers
47 US Getting Star ted • If you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, set it to off (deactivated). Notes • Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer you are using, the setup distance value may be different from the actual position. • If you perform “Speaker Settings (Auto Calibr...
Page 48 - – Connecting headphones; To set up the receiver manually
48 US To use the receiver as a pre-amplifier You can use the “Auto Calibration” function when you use the receiver as a pre-amplifier.In this case, the distance value shown on the display may differ from the actual distance value. However, there will be no problems, even if you continue to use the r...
Page 50 - To return to the previous screen; Using the menu
50 US 1 Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected. 2 Press HOME. The home menu is displayed on the TV screen. 3 Press B / b repeatedly to select the menu you want, then press to enter the menu mode. The menu item list appears on the TV screen. Example: When you selec...
Page 51 - yi; To select the input source; To activate the muting function; Enjoying images/sound
51 US Enjo yi ng i m ages/s ound Enjoying images/sound from 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. When a Sony BD/DVD play...
Page 52 - Connect the USB device to the
52 US USB Device/WALKMAN You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device.For playable types of files, see “Network/USB” (page 23). 1 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device before connecting. 2 Select “Watch” or...
Page 53 - Connect the iPod/iPhone to the; Made for iPod/iPhone models; • iPod nano
53 US Enjo yi ng i m ages/s ound iPod/iPhone You can enjoy the music/video/photo and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the receiver.For details on the compatible iPod/iPhone models with this function, see page 53. Note You cannot use headphones during playback. 1 Connect the iPod/iPhone to th...
Page 54 - • Renderer: Receives and plays files from the
54 US For “My Video”/“My Music” For “My Photo” Notes • You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/iPhone from this receiver. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using an iPod/iPhone connected to this receiver. • This product has bee...
Page 55 - Player 12, when playing files stored on a DLNA server.
55 US Enjo yi ng i m ages/s ound To play remote files by operating the receiver (Renderer) via a DLNA controller You can operate the receiver with a DLNA-certified controller, such as Windows Media ® Player 12, when playing files stored on a DLNA server. Control this receiver using a DLNA controller...
Page 56 - Internet content; The Internet content screen appears.; To use the control panel; The Favorites List appears.
56 US Internet content You can play back a variety of Internet content using the receiver. 1 Connect the receiver to a network (page 44). 2 Select “Listen” from the home menu, then press . 3 Select “Internet Music,” then press . The Internet content screen appears. Note If no picture is output, chan...
Page 57 - Available options
57 US Enjo yi ng i m ages/s ound Available options 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,” ...
Page 58 - Select the band switch.; scans from lower to higher frequency; Select “FM Mode,” then press
58 US 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 lower to higher frequency...
Page 59 - If you cannot tune to a station; The options menu appears.; Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.; To cancel naming input; Tuning to preset stations
59 US Enjo yi ng i m ages/s ound • 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 “– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears and then the display returns to the current frequency.Ma...
Page 60 - 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, press ? / 1 on the receiver. 3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz (or ...
Page 61 - 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
61 US Enjo ying Sound Eff e ct s 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 are...
Page 62 - Playing back with multi-channel surround; Enjoying a surround effect for movies
62 US The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo or monaural sound as multi-channel sound. Tip We recommend “A.F.D. Auto.” You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the ...
Page 63 - Dynamic
63 US Enjo ying Sound Eff e ct s 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 “Dyn...
Page 64 - Enjoying a surround effect for music
64 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 65 - Notes on the sound fields
65 US Enjo ying Sound Eff e ct s About the effect level for Concert Hall You can set the reverberation level for the following sound fields:– Berlin Philharmonic Hall– Concertgebouw Amsterdam– Musikverein Vienna x Low Turns down the reverberation volume level. x Mid Sets the reverberation volume lev...
Page 66 - Adjusting the equalizer; Select “Equalizer,” then press
66 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 low volumes late at night.The optimum effect to suit...
Page 67 - Select “Audio Settings,” then press
67 US Enjo ying Sound Eff e ct s To adjust all the speakers at one time (All EQ Adjustment) You can adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble) of all the speakers at one time. 1 Select “Settings” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “Audio Settings,” then press . 3 Select “Equalizer,” then press . ...
Page 69 - Usin; Table of buttons available to operate the equipment
69 US Usin g the Univer sal Remot e Co ntro l F u n c tion Table of buttons available to operate the equipment Note The above buttons are typically set so they are available to operate the equipment. Depending on the equipment and/or settings, some of the buttons may not work. Equipment Category But...
Page 70 - Select “Settings,” then press
70 US Turning off all connected equipment (ROOM OFF) By pressing just one button, you can turn off the zone and the equipment in that zone all at once.The receiver remembers which pieces of equipment it has turned on. When ROOM OFF is pressed, the receiver turns them all off. Pieces of equipment tha...
Page 71 - Home A
71 US Using the Home A u tomation Function Saving various settings for the receiver and recalling those settings all at one time (Easy Automation) As well as the settings for the receiver operations, you can save various settings with the player, monitor, lighting, or curtain conditions at home, acc...
Page 72 - Saving the settings to a Scene
72 US 1 Select “Easy Automation” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select a Scene you want, then press . 1 Select “Easy Automation” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select a Scene for which you want to save settings among from “1: Movie,” “2: Music,” “3: Party,” or “4: Night,” then press INFO/OPT...
Page 73 - Lighting Control; to turn on the lighting device so; then press; The Lighting Control wizard starts.; Operating a lighting device
73 US Using the Home A u tomation Function Lighting Control You can operate Control4-compatible lighting devices in your home via the on-screen GUI with the supplied remote control, or via “ES Remote” on your iPod touch/iPhone/Android smart phone. You can turn those devices on or off, or adjust thei...
Page 74 - Setting up a lighting scene
74 US The Lighting Scenes wizard allows you to set up a lighting scene. There are 10 preset lighting scenes. You can set up a lighting scene by overwriting a preset scene. 1 Select “Settings” from the home menu, then press . 2 Select “Home Control Settings,” then press . 3 Select “Lighting Scenes,” ...
Page 75 - Usi; Making a multi-zone connection; Using Multi-zone Features; Main zone
75 US Usi n g Mu lt i-zon e Fe atur es What you can do with the Multi-zone function You can enjoy images and sounds from a device 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 or zone 3. When using an ...
Page 76 - Making a zone 2 connection using HDMI; Speakers
76 US 2 Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier. Setting the speakers in zone 2 is required (page 79). A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Other amplifier/receiver * You can also connect to the ZONE 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack. 3 Making a zone 2 connection...
Page 78 - : Zone 3 connections
78 US CAT5 cable Be sure to verify the CAT5 wiring connection is correct. Use Category 5e or Category 6 cable. 2: Zone 3 connections CAT5 cable RJ-45 connector RJ-45 connector BLUE/Pb (R) Pinout BLUE/Pb (T)GREEN/Y (R)GND+11VGREEN/Y (T)RED/Pr (R)RED/Pr (T) 1 Pin No. 2345678 BLUE/Pb (R)BLUE/Pb (T)GREE...
Page 79 - Select “Zone Setup,” then press; Making a zone 2; Select “Zone2 Out,” then press; Setting the Zone2 HDMI output
79 US Usi n g Mu lt i-zon e Fe atur es Setting the speakers in zone 2 When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) terminals of the receiver (page 75), make the setting so that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from the speakers connected to the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2)...
Page 80 - Select “Priority,” then press; The AMP and ZONE buttons flash.
80 US When the Zone2 Out function is enabled and you select the same HDMI input for both the main zone and zone 2, there may be some interference on the audio and video signals in the main zone. To avoid possible interference, you can place priority on the main zone for HDMI input selection. 1 Selec...
Page 81 - In the case of illustration 1-; The zone function is activated.; Adjust to a suitable volume.; • In the case of illustration 1-; Available multi-zone operations
81 US Usi n g Mu lt i-zon e Fe atur es Operating the receiver from another zone (ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations) You can operate the receiver from zone 2 or zone 3. The procedures in this section describe the operations when an IR repeater, useful for multi-zone features, is connected. When an IR repeater...
Page 82 - Press ZONE, then press
82 US 1) For zone 2, HDMI signals, component video signals, analog video and audio signals are output. For zone 3, only analog audio signals are output. When you select SOURCE, the signals of the current input in the main zone are output. 2) When SOURCE is selected, the signals input to the MULTI CH...
Page 83 - • When you connect the receiver to a device; Select “On,” then press; Using Other Features
83 US Usi n g Other Fea tures 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 ...
Page 84 - System Audio Control
84 US 5 Turn the Control for HDMI function of the connected equipment on. For details on setting the connected equipment, refer to its operating instructions. 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 pu...
Page 85 - • When you adjust the TV volume, the System; Correspondence table; Scene Select; Home Theater Control
85 US Usi n g Other Fea tures the receiver, the sound is output from the TV speaker. • When you adjust the TV volume, the System Audio Control function adjusts the receiver’s volume simultaneously. You can also operate this function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions...
Page 86 - HDMI B
86 US Switching the monitors that output the HDMI video signals When you have two monitors connected to the HDMI OUT A and HDMI OUT B jacks, you can switch the output for these two monitors using the HDMI OUTPUT button on the remote control. 1 Turn on the receiver and the two monitors. 2 Press HDMI ...
Page 88 - • OPT
88 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 90 - Preview for HDMI; to select the
90 US Notes • When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically. • When you assign a video input to the component or composite input, and an audio input to the HDMI input, component or composite video signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jacks. Component or...
Page 92 - Using the sleep timer
92 US Using the sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SHIFT, then press SLEEP. Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows: When sleep timer is being used, “SLEEP” lights up in the display window of the receiver.To check th...
Page 94 - To connect speakers
94 US Using a bi-amplifier connection If you are not using surround back speakers you can use the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) terminals for the front speakers for use with a bi-amplifier connection. To connect speakers Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the front speakers to the FRONT A terminal...
Page 96 - Using the setting menu; to
96 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 97 - st; Setting menu list
97 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Setting menu list Settings Easy Setup (page 99) Speaker Settings (page 99) Auto Calibration Auto Calibration Setup Position Calibration Type User Reference Edit Front Reference Type Speaker Pair Match Name In Automatic Phase Matching Speaker Connection Virtual Front High ...
Page 99 - Easy Setup; Calibration Matching; Position; Auto Calibration
99 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Easy Setup Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions (page 46). 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 Cin...
Page 100 - Adjust the frequency.
100 US Select the “Position” for which you want to register the measurement results on the Auto Calibration Setup screen. • Pos.1• Pos.2• Pos.3 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 ...
Page 101 - Select “Name In,” then press; Automatic Phase Matching; Speaker Pattern; The Virtual Front High function is disabled.; Speaker Connection
101 US Adju st ing Setti ngs • You cannot set “SP Pair Matching” to “ALL” when you select “Front Reference” for the “Calibration Type” (page 100). To name the Position 1 Select the “Position” for which you want to name, then press . 2 Select “Name In,” then press . The soft keyboard appears on the s...
Page 102 - Does not relocate speaker positioning.; Center Speaker Lift Up
102 US By using the front high speakers, you can lift up the sounds of the center speaker to an appropriate height on the screen, allowing you to enjoy natural representation without discomfort. x 1~10 x Off Note • This function does not work in the following cases. – “MULTI IN” is selected.– Headph...
Page 103 - To adjust the speaker level; Select “Level,” then press; Speaker Setup
103 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Note • This function does not work in the following cases. – “MULTI IN” is selected. – Headphones are connected. – “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.– There are no surround back speakers and “Surround Speaker Position” is set to “Front.” – There are no surround speakers....
Page 104 - The Test Tone screen appears.; Test Tone
104 US 2 Select the speaker on the screen for which you want to adjust the crossover frequency. 3 Set the crossover frequency of the selected speaker. Notes • When headphones are connected, this function does not work. • The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting as that of the surro...
Page 105 - Adjust “Level,” then press; Off; meter; The distance is displayed in meters.; feet; The distance is displayed in feet.; Center Analog Down Mix
105 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Some items may not be displayed, depending on the setting of the speaker pattern. 3 Adjust “Level,” then press . Lets you set the analog downmix settings on or off. x Off If the speaker pattern is set so that there is a center speaker, this setting is set to “Off” automa...
Page 106 - Audio Settings; Sound Optimizer
106 US 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 is available for loss...
Page 107 - Sound of the main language will be output.; Dynamic Range Compressor
107 US Adju st ing Setti ngs x Main/Sub Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker, and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. x Main Sound of the main language will be output. x Sub Sound of the sub language will be out...
Page 108 - PCM; Sound Field
108 US You can set the function for each input independently. x PCM When signals from the DIGITAL IN jack are selected, PCM signals are given priority (to prevent interruption when playback starts). However, when other signals are input, there may be no sound, depending on the format. In this case, ...
Page 109 - Video Settings; You can adjust settings for video.; Direct; When an HDMI monitor is being connected with HDMI OUT ON
109 US Adju st ing Setti ngs 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 When an H...
Page 111 - Zone Resolution
111 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signal in zone 2. x Direct x 480i/576i x 480p/576p x 720p x 1080i a : Video signals are output at the resolution specified in the “Resolution” menu. z : Video signals are output without a video conversion or processin...
Page 112 - Playback Resolution
112 US This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet content. x 480i/576i x 480p/576p x 720p x 1080i x 1080p * If you play back content that is protected by Macrovision, the receiver may output the image at low resolution, or a warning message which informs that the vi...
Page 113 - Select this to display all content in 2D.; Original; HDMI Settings; D Output Settings
113 US Adju st ing Setti ngs This function targets content via a USB device and a home network. 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 content. x 16:9 Sele...
Page 114 - Control for HDMI
114 US x AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback equipment is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. The multi-channel sound can be played back as it is. Note When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” “Audio Out” may be changed automatically. Lets you turn the H.A.T.S. (High quality d...
Page 115 - Input Settings; Lets you set the following items for each input.; Factory default setting; Input Edit
115 US Adju st ing Setti ngs x Main Only You can enjoy good audio and video quality in the main zone. There is no output in zone 2. Note This function is enabled only when “Zone2 Out” is set to “On.” Lets you set the operation of Fast View.HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, and IN 9 support the Fast View ...
Page 116 - Network Settings; You can adjust the settings for the network.; LAN Port Activation; Shows the renderer name of the receiver.
116 US Network Settings You can adjust the settings for the network. Lets you check or change the network settings. You can change the settings for the following items either manually or automatically.– IP Address– DNS– Proxy ServerConnect the receiver to the network beforehand. For details, see “7:...
Page 117 - Home Control Settings; TV Control
117 US Adju st ing Setti ngs Home Control Settings You can make settings for Universal Remote Control and Lighting Control features. Lets you set up a connection between a display device and the receiver via an IR blaster, so that the remote control of the receiver can operate the device. You can al...
Page 118 - Zone Settings; To adjust the volume for zone 2; Line Out; Fixed; Zone Control
118 US Zone Settings You can adjust settings for the main zone, zone 2 or zone 3. To turn the power on or off for zone 2/zone 3 You can turn zone 2 or zone 3 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 o...
Page 119 - 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
119 US Adju st ing Setti ngs x Off Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers even when the main receiver is turned on. 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 ...
Page 120 - To update the receiver; Displays the software version of the receiver.; Network Update; Software Update Notification; Initialize Personal Information
120 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 121 - The parameter appears in brackets.; To return to the previous step
121 US Adju st ing Setti ngs 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 you...
Page 122 - xx
122 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 START ? 5 4 3 2 1 MEASURING: TONE MEASURING: T.S.P. MEASURING: WOOFER COMPLETE [ xxxxxxxxxx ] RETRY, SA...
Page 127 - To change the display; Sound field type; Frequency
127 US Adju st ing Setti ngs 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...
Page 128 - Precautions; On safety; On placement; Additional Information
128 US 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 identical with your local power ...
Page 129 - fo; Troubleshooting; The receiver is turned on automatically.; General
129 US Additional I n fo rmati o n 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. • “A...
Page 130 - Component video output
130 US • Copyright protection to prevent recording is contained in the sources. In this case, you may not be able to record from the sources. • Set “Auto Standby” to “Off” (page 119). While only composite video signals are being recorded, the auto standby function of the receiver may start up and in...
Page 131 - Audio
131 US Additional I n fo rmati o n The Pass Through function does not work. • “HDMI B” or “Off” is selected. Select “HDMI A” using the HDMI OUTPUT button. • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” and “Pass Through” is set to “Auto,” the receiver saves power consumption in standby mode according to t...
Page 132 - Surround back
132 US • Make sure you have connected both the L and R jacks to a monaural device, analog device requires both L and R jack connections. Use a monaural-stereo cable (not supplied). However, there will be no sound from the center speaker when a sound field (Pro Logic, etc.) is selected. Center/surrou...
Page 134 - Recording cannot be carried out.; Tuner
134 US The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp does not light up in blue. • Check that the playback equipment is connected on a digital jack and the input is selected properly on this receiver. • Check whether the input source of the software being played back corresponds to the multi-channel format. • Chec...
Page 136 - Cannot connect to the network.; Network
136 US The iPod/iPhone cannot be charged. • Check that the receiver is turned on.• Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly. The iPod/iPhone cannot be operated. • Check that you have removed the protect case of the iPod/iPhone. • Depending on the contents of the iPod/ iPhone, it may take time t...
Page 138 - The remote control does not function.; Remote control
138 US When you try to use the One-Touch Play function, input is not switched as intended. • Check to see if “Zone2 Out” is set to “Off.”• Check the assignment of the HDMI input (page 88). When you assign multiple inputs to the same HDMI input jack, if you use the One-Touch Play function on the equi...
Page 139 - Error messages
139 US Additional I n fo rmati o n • To reset the lighting device, press the button on the top of the lighting device 13 times. The LED will turn to red and then back to green or emit an orange-yellow strobe. The lighting device cannot be operated. • The device may be updating its software. Wait for...
Page 140 - Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
140 US Message list after Auto Calibration measurement Display Explanation Code 30 Headphones are connected. Remove the headphones and perform auto calibration again. 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 speake...
Page 141 - Reference sections; Hold down; Specifications; Amplifier section; Clearing the memory; To clear; All memorized settings; Rebooting the receiver
141 US Additional I n fo rmati o n 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 ...
Page 142 - Outputs; AM tuner section
142 US Frequency response 3) Inputs (Analog) 3) When “A.Direct” is being used. Inputs (Digital) Outputs FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced AM tuner section Antenna (aerial) Loop antenna (aerial) ...
Page 144 - Supplied accessories
144 US General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 HzPower consumption 500 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.5 W (When “Control for HDMI” (page 114), “Pass Through” (page 114), “Network Standby” (page 116), and “RS232C Control” (page 120) are set to “Off,” and the power for zone 2/zone 3 is tu...
Page 145 - Index; Symbols
145 US Additional I n fo rmati o n Index Symbols U SIGNAL GND terminal 41 Numerics 12V Trigger 118 2 channel 61 2ch Analog Direct 61 2ch Stereo (mode) 61 3D Output Settings 113 5.1 channel 24 7.1 channel 24 9.1 channel 24 A A.F.D. (mode) 62 A/V Sync 107 AC power cord (mains lead) 45 AM 57 Antenna (a...