Sony STR-DG500 - Multi Channel Av Receiver Operating Instructions Manual

2-662-258-12 (2) Multi Channel AV Receiver 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. STR-DG500

shock, do not expose this apparatus 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. Don’t throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly as chemical waste. For customers in the United States 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 guarantee 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. WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DG500. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, models of area code U is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEL only”. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ** “DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6”, and “DTS 96/24” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 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 otherwise 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 Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower right portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below). Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code AA only”. SPEAKERS FRONT B L R L R CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – Area code

Getting Started Description and location of parts...................5 1: Installing speakers ...................................13 2: Connecting speakers................................14 3a: Connecting the audio components.........15 3b: Connecting the video components ........18 4: Connecting the antennas..........................24 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote.....25 6: Selecting the speaker system...................26 7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION).......................27 8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)...........................30 Playback Selecting a component.................................31 Listening/Watching a component................32 Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus...........................34 Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu).............38 Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) ...............39 Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu)............................................39 Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).........41 Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).........41 Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).........42 Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) ...43 Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu)................47 Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) .......47 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field.....49 Using only the front speakers (2CH STEREO)......................................52 Listening to the sound without any adjustment (ANALOG DIRECT)............................. 52 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings ................................................... 53 Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio.......................... 53 Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL)................................. 55 (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) Presetting radio stations.............................. 56 Using the Radio Data System (RDS).......... 59 (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) Other Operations Switching the audio input mode (INPUT MODE) .................................... 60 Watching component images from other inputs (COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGN)....... 61 Naming inputs............................................. 62 Changing the display .................................. 62 Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 63 Recording using the receiver....................... 63 Using the Remote Changing button assignments ..................... 64 Additional Information Glossary ...................................................... 65 Precautions.................................................. 67 Troubleshooting .......................................... 68 Specifications.............................................. 71 Index ........................................................... 74

To remove the cover Press PUSH. When you remove the cover, keep it out of reach from children. Getting Started Front panel ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 3 2 4 6 8 7 5 9 q; w; qa qs qk ql qd qf qg qh qj PUSH Name Function A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 25, 32, 33, 53, 55, 72). B SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) Press to select OFF, A, B, A+B of the front speakers (page 26). C Display The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 7). D MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp Lights up when multi channel audio is decoded (page 33). E Remote sensor Receives signals from remote commander. continued

displayed on the display (page 59, 62). G INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 60). H MASTER VOLUME Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 30, 31, 32, 33). I DIRECT Press to listen to high quality analog sound (page 52). J MULTI CH IN Press to select the audio directly from the components connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks (page 31). K INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select the input source to playback (page 31, 32, 33, 52, 54, 57, 58, 60, 62, 63, 64). L MOVIE, MUSIC Press to select sound fields (MOVIE, MUSIC) (page 49). M A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D. mode (page 47). N 2CH Press to select 2CH STEREO mode (page 52, 53). O TUNING +/– Press to scan a station (page 54, 57). P TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning mode (page 54, 57, 72). Q MEMORY/ENTER Press to store a station or enter the selection when selecting the settings (page 25, 56). Name Function R VIDEO 3 IN/ PORTABLE AV IN jacks To connect a camcorder or video game (page 23, 31). S AUTO CAL MIC jack Connects to the supplied ECM-AC2 optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 27). T PHONES jack Connects to a headphone (page 68).

MEMORY L C R SL S SR SB SW LFE SP A SP B RDS STEREO MONO A.DIRECT D.RANGE NEO:6 SLEEP OPT COAX 96/24 DIGITAL EX ; DTS-ES ;PRO LOGIC IIx qs qa qg qh qd qf 2 1 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 q; Name Function A SW Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to “YES” (page 37) and the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. B LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced. C SP A/SP B Lights up according to the speaker system used. However, these indicators do not light up if the speaker output is turned off or if a headphone is connected. D ;DIGITAL (EX) Lights up when Dolby Digital signals are input. “; DIGITAL EX” lights up when Dolby Digital Surround EX signals are decoded. Note When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 60). E ;PRO LOGIC (II)/ (IIx) Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. “; PRO LOGIC II” lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie/Music/ Game decoder is activated. “; PRO LOGIC IIx” lights up when the Pro Logic IIx Movie/ Music/Game decoder is activated. However, these indicators do not light up if both the center and surround speakers are set to “NO” (page 37) and you select a sound field using the A.F.D. button. Note Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. F DTS (-ES)/ (96/24) Lights up when DTS signals are input. “DTS-ES” lights up when DTS-ES signals are input. “DTS 96/24” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS 96 kHz/24 bit signals. 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 60). G NEO:6 Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music decoder is activated (page 48). Name Function continued

function, such as Preset Memory (page 57), etc., is activated. I A.DIRECT Lights up when ANALOG DIRECT is selected (page 52). J Preset station indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 56. K Tuner indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 53), etc. Note “RDS” appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only. L D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 35). M COAX Lights up when INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL jack, or when INPUT MODE is set to “COAX IN” (page 60). N OPT Lights up when INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL jack, or when INPUT MODE is set to “OPT IN” (page 60). O SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is activated (page 63). Name Function P Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S SB 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 (based on the speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Surround back (the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): 3/2.1 Output channel: When surround speaker is set to “NO” (page 37) Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO Name Function L C R SL SR SW

FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – 5 6 SPEAKERS FRONT B L R L R 3 4 A DIGITAL INPUT section OPTICAL IN jack Connects to a DVD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack provides a better quality of loud sound (page 20, 22). COAXIAL IN jack B ANTENNA section FM ANTENNA Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver (page 24). AM ANTENNA Connects to the AM loop antenna supplied with this receiver (page 24). C AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section AUDIO IN/ OUT jack Connects to an MD deck or CD player, etc. (page 17). MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jack Connects to a Super Audio CD player or DVD player which has an analog audio jack for 5.1 channel sound (page 16). D VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section AUDIO IN/ OUT jack Connects the video and audio jacks of a VCR or a DVD player (page 19, 20, 21, 22, 23). VIDEO IN/ OUT jack* White (L) Red (R) White (L) Red (R) Black White (L) Red (R) Yellow continued

connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV monitor (page 19). You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU005 to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 64). E COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ OUTPUT section COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/ OUTPUT jack* Connects to a DVD player, TV, or a satellite tuner. You can enjoy high quality image (page 19, 21, 22). F SPEAKER section Connects to speakers (page 14). Connects to sub woofer (page 14). Green Blue Red Remote commander Name Function A AV ?/1 Press to turn on or off the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 64). If you press ?/1 (B) at the same time, it will turn off the receiver and other components (SYSTEM STANDBY). Note The function of the AV ?/1 switch changes automatically each time you press the input buttons (W). 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV/VIDEO SLEEP AUTO CAL AV ?/1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU TV ?/1 ?/1 - F G g f . H m M X x < < > 5 >10/ wg qg qj qk qh qf ql w; wa ws wd wf qd AV ?/1 (on/standby) switch TV ?/1, ?/1 (on/standby) switch 1 3 2 5 6 7 8 q; 9 qs qa 4

Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at the same time to turn the TV on or off. ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or off. To turn off all components, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 (A) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY). C AMP MENU Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use the control buttons to perform menu operations. D MOVIE, MUSIC Press to select sound fields (MOVIE, MUSIC). E DUAL MONO Press to select the language you want during digital broadcast. F FM MODE Press to select FM monaural or stereo reception. G D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning mode. D.SKIP Press to skip disc of the CD player or DVD player (multi- disc changer only). H DVD MENU Press to display the menu of the DVD player on the TV screen. Then, use the control buttons to perform menu operations. I ENTER Press to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons. MEMORY Press to store a station. J MUTING Press to mute the sound. K TV VOL +a)/– Press TV VOL +/– and TV (M) at the same time to adjust the TV volume level. MASTER VOL +a)/– Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time. Name Function L ./> Press to skip tracks of the CD player, DVD player, MD deck, or tape deck. REPLAY / ADVANCE Press to replay the previous scene or fast forward the current scene of the VCR or DVD player. m/M Press to – search tracks in the forward/ backward direction of the DVD player. – fast forward/rewind of the VCR, CD player, MD deck, or tape deck. Ha) Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, MD deck, or tape deck. X Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, MD deck, or tape deck. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.) x Press to stop playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player, MD deck, or tape deck. TV CH +/– Press TV CH +/– and TV (M) at the same time to select preset TV channels. PRESET +/– Press to select – preset stations. – preset channels of the VCR or satellite tuner. TUNING +/– Press to scan a station. M TV Press TV and the button you want at the same time to activate the buttons with orange printing. N MENU Press to display the menus of the VCR, DVD player, or satellite tuner on the TV screen. Then, use the control buttons to perform menu operations. O RETURN/ EXIT O Press to – return to the previous menu. – exit the menu while the menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, or satellite tuner is displayed on the TV screen. < < continued

H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver. Notes • 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. Name Function P Control buttons After pressing AMP MENU (C), DVD MENU (H), or MENU (N), press the control button V, v, B or b to select the settings. When you press DVD MENU or MENU, press the control button to enter the selection. Q DISPLAY Press to select information displayed on the TV screen of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player, or MD deck. R TOOLS Press to display options applicable to the entire disc (e.g. disc protection), recorder (e.g. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on a list menu (e.g. erasing multiple titles). S -/-- Press -/-- and TV (M) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV. >10/x Press to select – track numbers over 10 of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player or MD deck. – channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. CLEAR Press to – clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button. – return to continuous playback, etc. of the satellite tuner or DVD player. T Numeric buttons (number 5a)) Press to – preset/tune to preset stations. – select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player or MD deck. Press 0/10 to select track number 10. – select channel numbers of the VCR or satellite tuner. Press the numeric buttons and TV (M) at the same time to select the TV channels. U A.F.D. Press to select A.F.D. mode. V 2CH Press to select 2CH STEREO mode. Name Function W Input buttons Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components as follows. You can change the button assignments following the steps in “Changing button assignments” on page 64. X TV/VIDEO Press TV/VIDEO and TV (M) at the same time to select the input signal (TV input or video input). SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically. Y AUTO CAL Press to activate the Auto Calibration function. Button Assigned Sony component VIDEO 1 VCR (VTR mode 3) VIDEO 2 VCR (VTR mode 2) VIDEO 3 Not assigned DVD DVD player MD/TAPE MD deck SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/CD player TUNER Built-in tuner

This receiver allows you to use a 6.1 channel system (6 speakers and one sub woofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel). Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (L) BFront speaker (R) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (L) ESurround speaker (R) GSub woofer You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded sound in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel) (see “Using the surround back decoding mode” on page 40). Example of a 6.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (L) BFront speaker (R) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (L) ESurround speaker (R) FSurround back speaker GSub woofer Tip Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want. Enjoying a 5.1/6.1 channel system

AFront speaker A (L) BFront speaker A (R) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (L) ESurround speaker (R) FSurround back speaker GSub wooferb) a)If you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminal. You can select the front speakers you want to use with the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) button. For details, see “6: Selecting the speaker system” (page 26). b)When you connect a sub woofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to ON, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to a sub woofer, then sound may not be output. VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR SPEAKERS SUB WOOFER L L + – + – R R SURROUND BACK + – FRONT B L R L R AUDIO OUT SURROUND FRONT A SPEAKERS CENTER G F B A E D A SPEAKERS FRONT Ba) AMonaural audio cord (not supplied) BSpeaker cords (not supplied) C B B

This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 24). Component to be connected a)Model with MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. This connection is used to output audio decoded by the component’s internal multi-channel decoder through this receiver. b)Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc. The sound quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. Select the connection according to the jacks of your components. How to hook up your components Component With Page Super Audio CD player/CD player Multi-channel audio outputa) 16 Analog audio output onlyb) 17 MD deck/Tape deck Analog audio output onlyb) 17 Audio input/output jack to be connected MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND L R Digital Analog High quality sound

equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect it to the MULTI CH IN jacks of this receiver to enjoy multi channel sound. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. Note When you make connections to the MULTI CH IN jacks, you will need to adjust the level of the speakers and sub woofer using the controls on the connected component. Connecting components with multi channel output jacks DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – MULTI CH IN FRONT SUB WOOFER SURROUND CENTER L DVD player, Super Audio CD player, etc. A B AAudio cord (not supplied) BMonaural audio cord (not supplied)

connect a component which has analog jacks such as tape deck, etc. Connecting components with analog audio jacks DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L Super Audio CD player/ CD player MD deck/ Tape deck A A AAudio cord (not supplied)

This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 24). Component to be connected The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. Select the connection according to the jacks on your components. Notes • Connect image display components such as a TV monitor or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. • Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV through the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not on, neither video nor audio is transmitted. Reassigning video input signals to another input Component video input signals can be reassigned to another input (page 61). How to hook up your components Component Page TV monitor 19 DVD player/DVD recorder 20 Satellite tuner 22 VCR 23 Camcorder, video game, etc. 23 Video input/output jack to be connected TV monitor, etc. INPUT jack Receiver MONITOR OUT jack Receiver INPUT jack Video component OUTPUT jack High quality image COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO

to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect video cords according to the jacks of your components. Notes • Connect image display components such as a TV monitor or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the receiver. • Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio is transmitted. Tip You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV monitor. Hooking up a TV monitor DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN ASSIGNABLE CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – MONITOR OUT Y PR/CR /R–Y VIDEO OUT MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO PB/CB /B–Y TV monitor B A AVideo cord (not supplied) BComponent video cord (not supplied)

connect a DVD player/DVD recorder. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. 1 Connecting audio Notes • To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player. • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. Hooking up a DVD player/DVD recorder AM ANTENNA MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN DIGITAL VIDEO OUT DVD player A B ACoaxial digital cord (not supplied) BAudio cord (not supplied) COptical digital cord (not supplied) DVD recorder C B

If you connect a DVD recorder • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 64). • You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 62). DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT Y PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – DVD L R ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 DVD player B A AVideo cord (not supplied) BComponent video cord (not supplied) DVD recorder A

connect a satellite tuner. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Notes • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. Hooking up a satellite tuner DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – MONITOR OUT Y PR/CR /R–Y VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO 2 R PB/CB /B–Y Satellite tuner A B C D AAudio cord (not supplied) BOptical digital cord (not supplied) CVideo cord (not supplied) DComponent video cord (not supplied)

connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc. Hooking up components with analog video and audio jack DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM ANTENNA MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R SUB WOOFER L L R R OUT IN IN DVD AUDIO IN DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR CENTER SURROUND BACK SURROUND FRONT A R R L L + – + – SPEAKERS + – VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN L R AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VCR A To the VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jacks (Front panel) Camcorder/ video game A AAudio/video cord (not supplied)

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible. OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO 2 IN DVD IN COAXIAL AM VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN FRONT CENTER SUB WOOFER SURROUND VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD L R L R L R SUB WOOFER L R OUT IN IN VIDEO IN DVD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT DVD IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y ASSIGNABLE PB/CB /B–Y PR/CR /R–Y MONITOR ANTENNA L R DIGITAL FM wire antenna (supplied) AM loop antenna (supplied)

and the remote 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 selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Note Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. 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. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. “PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the display alternately. 3 Press MEMORY/ENTER. After “CLEARING” appears on the display for a while, “CLEARED” appears. The following items are reset to their factory settings. • All settings in the LEVEL, TONE, SUR, TUNER, AUDIO, VIDEO and SYSTEM menus. • The sound field memorized for each input and preset station. • All sound field parameters. • All preset stations. • All index names for inputs and preset stations. • MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL MIN”. • Input is set to “DVD”. Setting the voltage selector Connecting the AC power cord VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 220V 240V SPEAKERS FRONT B L R L R CENTER SURROUND BACK FRONT A R L + – + – AC power cord To the wall outlet Performing initial setup operations ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1,2 3

RM-AAU005 remote commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones. • Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Tip Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones. 6: Selecting the speaker system You can select the front speakers you want to drive. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly to select the front speaker system you want to drive. To turn off the speaker output, press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) repeatedly until the “SP A” and “SP B” indicators on the display do not light up. Inserting batteries into the remote To select Light up The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals SP A The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals SP B The speakers connected to both the SPEAKERS FRONT A and B terminals (parallel connection) SP A and SP B ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)

appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) This receiver is equipped with D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows: • Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. • Adjust the speaker level. • Measure the distance of each speaker to your listening position. You can also adjust the speaker levels and balance manually. For details, see “8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 30). 1 Connect the supplied ECM-AC2 optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. 2 Place the optimizer microphone at your listening position. 3 Place the speakers so that the speakers are facing the optimizer microphone. Tips • You can also fix the optimizer microphone to a tripod (not supplied) and place the tripod at your listening position. • Be sure to remove any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers. • When you face the speaker towards the optimizer microphone, you will get a more accurate measurement. Press AUTO CAL. The follwing appears on the display. A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1] Before you perform Auto Calibration ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 Performing Auto Calibration 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV/VIDEO SLEEP AUTO CAL AV ?/1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU TV ?/1 ?/1 - F G g f 5 >10/ AUTO CAL Control button Input buttons ?/1 switch MUTING MASTER VOL +/– continued

measurement starts. * The corresponding speaker indicator lights up in the display during measurement. When measurement ends, “COMPLETE” appears on the display and the settings are registered. Notes • Auto Calibration cannot detect the sub woofer. Therefore, all sub woofer settings will be maintained. • You cannot select Auto Calibration when headphone is connected. • The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. Tips • When Auto Calibration starts: – Stand some distance from the speakers and the listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement. – Avoid making noise to get a more accurate measurement. • The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you do the following during the measurement process: – Press ?/1, input buttons or MUTING. – Change the volume level. – Press AUTO CAL again. Error codes When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t blank display)a) t PUSH t blank display t ENTER a)Appears when there are more than one error code. To rectify the error 1 Record down the error code. 2 Press the control button. 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Rectify the error. For details, see “Error code and remedies” below. 5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 27). Error code and remedies Measurement for Display Environment noise level NOISE.CHK Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately* Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN appears alternately* Speaker distance MEASURE and DISTANCE appears alternately* Error and warning codes Error code Explanation Remedies ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near the optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone. ERROR 20 Front speakers are not detected or only one front speaker is detected. Check the front speaker connection. ERROR 21 Only one surround speaker is detected. Check the surround speaker connection. ERROR 23 Surround back speaker is detected but surround speakers are not connected. Be sure to connect the surround speakers.

provides information on the measurement result. The warning code will appear on the display cyclically as follows: Warning code t blank display t (warning code t blank display)b) t PUSH t blank display t ENTER b)Appears when there are more than one warning code. You can choose to ignore the warning code as the Auto Calibration function will automatically adjust the settings. You can also change the settings manually. To change the settings manually 1 Record down the warning code. 2 Press the control button. 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 4 Follow the solution provided in the “Warning code and solution” below. 5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 27). Warning code and solution c)For details, refer “Front speaker distance” (page 44). d)For details, refer “Center speaker distance” (page 44). e)For details, refer “Surround left speaker distance” (page 45). f) For details, refer “Surround right speaker distance” (page 45). g)For details, refer “Surround back speaker distance” (page 45). Warning code Explanation Solution WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. WARN. 60 The front speaker balance is out of range. Reposition your front speakers.c) WARN. 62 The center speaker level is out of range. Reposition your center speaker.d) WARN. 63 The surround left speaker level is out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.e) WARN. 64 The surround right speaker level is out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.f) WARN. 65 The surround back speaker level is out of range. Reposition your surround back speaker.g) WARN. 70 The front speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your front speakers.c) WARN. 72 The center speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your center speaker.d) WARN. 73 The surround left speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround left speaker.e) WARN. 74 The surround right speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround right speaker.f) WARN. 75 The surround back speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your surround back speaker.g)

levels and balance (TEST TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 2 Press the control button or control button b to enter the menu. 3 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE”. 4 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter. 5 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround back t Surround left t Sub woofer 6 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, see “Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)” (page 38). Tips • To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. • The adjusted value are shown on the display during adjustment. 7 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to select “T. TONE N”. The test tone turns off. Note The test tone does not work when MULTI CH IN or ANALOG DIRECT is selected. 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . < < > 5 >10/ 2-5 1 MASTER VOL +/–

1 Press the input button to select a component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. To select a component connected to the MULTI CH IN jack, press MULTI CH IN on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display. *When headphone is connected, “HP MULTI” appears on the display. Note The surround effect does not work when MULTI CH IN is selected. 2 Turn on the component and start playback. 3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. To mute the sound Press MUTING. The muting function will be canceled when you do the following. • Press MUTING again. • Increase the volume. • Turn off the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level. Playback 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . < < > 5 >10/ 1 3 MUTING Selected input [Display] Components that can be played back VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 [VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2] VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack VIDEO 3 [VIDEO 3] Camcorder, video game, etc., connected to the VIDEO 3 IN/ PORTABLE AV IN jack DVD [DVD] DVD player, etc., connected to DVD jack MD/TAPE [MD/TAPE] MD deck, tape deck, etc., connected to the MD/ TAPE jack SA-CD/CD [SA-CD/CD] Super Audio CD/CD player, etc., connected to the SA-CD/CD jack TUNER [FM or AM band] Built-in radio tuner MULTI CH IN [MULTI IN*] Component connected to the MULTI CH IN jack

Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV/VIDEO SLEEP AUTO CAL AV ?/1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU TV ?/1 ?/1 - F G g f . H m M X x < < > 5 >10/ 5 5 3 2 3 Notes • The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player. Tips • You can select the sound field to suit the music. Refer to page 49 for details. Recommended sound fields: Classical: HALL Jazz: JAZZ Live concert: CONCERT • You can listen to the sound that was recorded in the 2 channel format from all speakers (multi channel). Refer to page 47 for details. 1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD player, then place the disc on the tray. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press SA-CD/CD. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select SA-CD/CD. 4 Playback the disc. 5 Adjust to a suitable volume. 6 After you have finished listening to the Super Audio CD/CD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver and Super Audio CD player/ CD player.

?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV/VIDEO SLEEP AUTO CAL AV ?/1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU TV ?/1 ?/1 - F G g f . H m M X x < < > 5 MULTI CHANNEL DECODING >10/ MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp 2 3 7 7 3 Notes • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and DVD player. • Check the following if you cannot listen to multi channel sound. – Be sure the sound source corresponds to the multi channel format (the MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp on the front panel lights up during playback). – Be sure this receiver is connected to the DVD player via a digital connection. – Be sure the digital audio output of the DVD player is set up properly. Tips • Select the sound format of the disc to be played, if necessary. • You can select the sound field to suit the movie/music. Refer to page 49 for details. Recommended sound fields: Movie: C.ST.EX Music: CONCERT 1 Turn on the TV and DVD player. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press DVD. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select DVD. 4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image of the DVD is displayed. 5 Set up the DVD player. Refer to “Quick Setup Guide” supplied with the receiver. 6 Playback the disc. 7 Adjust to a suitable volume. 8 After you have finished watching the DVD, eject the disc and turn off the receiver, TV and DVD player.

various adjustments to customize the receiver. 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 2 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select the menu you want. 3 Press the control button or control button b to enter the menu. 4 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust. 5 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter. 6 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select the setting you want. The setting is entered automatically. To return to the previous display Press control button B. To exit the menu Press AMP MENU. Note Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. Amplifier Operations 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . < < > 5 >10/ 2-6 1

menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 34. Overview of the menus Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting LEVEL (38) [1-LEVEL] Test tonea) [T. TONE] T. TONE Y, T. TONE N T. TONE N Front speaker balancea) [FRT BAL] BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +8, BALANCE, BAL. R +1 to BAL. R +8 BALANCE Center speaker level [CNT LVL] CNT –10 dB to CNT +10 dB (1 dB step) CNT 0 dB Surround left speaker level [SL LVL] SUR L –10 dB to SUR L +10 dB (1 dB step) SUR L 0 dB Surround right speaker level [SR LVL] SUR R –10 dB to SUR R +10 dB (1 dB step) SUR R 0 dB Surround back speaker level [SB LVL] SB –10 dB to SB +10 dB (1 dB step) SB 0 dB Sub woofer level [SW LVL] SW –10 dB to SW +10 dB (1 dB step) SW 0 dB Dynamic range compressora) [D. RANGE] COMP. OFF, COMP. STD, COMP. MAX COMP. OFF TONE (39) [2-TONE] Front speaker bass level [BASS LVL] BASS –6 dB to BASS +6 dB (1 dB step) BASS 0 dB Front speaker treble level [TRE LVL] TRE –6 dB to TRE +6 dB (1 dB step) TRE 0 dB SUR (39) [3-SUR] Sound field selectiona) [S.F. SELCT] 2CH ST., A.F.D. AUTO, DOLBY PL, PLII MV, PLII MS, PLII GM, PLIIX MV, PLIIX MS, PLIIX GM, NEO6 CIN, NEO6 MUS, MULTI ST., C.ST.EX A, C.ST.EX B, C.ST.EX C, HALL, JAZZ, CONCERT 2CH ST. for: TUNER, SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE; A.F.D. AUTO for: DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3 Surround back decoding modea) [SB DEC] SB OFF, SB AUTO, SB ON SB AUTO Effect levela) [EFFECT] EFCT. MIN, EFCT. STD, EFCT. MAX EFCT. STD continued

[FM MODE] FM AUTO, FM MONO FM AUTO Naming preset stationsa) [NAME IN] AUDIO (41) [5-AUDIO] Digital audio input decoding prioritya) [DEC. PRI.] DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, 2; DEC. PCM for: DVD Digital broadcast language selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S DUAL M A/V Synca) [A.V. SYNC.] A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N A.V.SYNC. N Naming inputsa) [NAME IN] VIDEO (42) [6-VIDEO] Component video assigna) [COMP. V. A.] DVD–VD1, DVD–VD3, DVD–DVD, DVD–MD, DVD–CD, VD2–VD1, VD2–VD2, VD2–VD3, VD2–MD, VD2–CD DVD–DVD for: DVD; VD2–VD2 for: VIDEO 2 Naming inputsa) [NAME IN]

b)The default setting for models of area code U, CA is “ft.” and for models of other area code is “m”. Menu [Display] Parameters [Display] Settings Initial setting SYSTEM (43) [7-SYSTEM] Sub woofera) [SW SPK] YES, NO YES Front speakersa) [FRT SPK] LARGE, SMALL LARGE Center speakersa) [CNT SPK] LARGE, SMALL, NO LARGE Surround speakersa) [SUR SPK] LARGE, SMALL, NO LARGE Surround back speakera) [SB SPK] YES, NO YES Front speaker distancea)b) [FRT DIST.] DIST. 1.0 m to DIST. 7.0 m (DIST. 3 ft. to DIST. 23 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) Center speaker distancea)b) [CNT DIST.] DIST. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance and 1.5 m (5 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) Surround left speaker distancea)b) [SL DIST.] DIST. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance and 4.5 m (15 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) Surround right speaker distancea)b) [SR DIST.] DIST. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance and 4.5 m (15 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) Surround back speaker distancea)b) [SB DIST.] DIST. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance and 4.5 m (15 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) Surround speaker positiona) [SUR POS.] SIDE/LO, SIDE/HI, BEHD/LO, BEHD/HI SIDE/LO Speaker crossover frequencya) [CRS. FREQ] CRS > 40 Hz to CRS > 160 Hz CRS > 100 Hz Brightness of the displaya) [DIMMER] 0% dim, 40% dim, 70% dim 0% dim A. CAL (47) [8-A. CAL] Auto Calibrationa) [AUTO CAL.] A.CAL YES, A.CAL NO A.CAL NO

(LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). LEVEL menu parameters x T. TONE (Test tone) Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see “8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)” (page 30). x FRT BAL (Front speaker balance) Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. x CNT LVL (Center speaker level) x SL LVL (Surround left speaker level) x SR LVL (Surround right speaker level) x SB LVL (Surround back speaker level) x SW LVL (Sub woofer level) x D. RANGE (Dynamic range compressor) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. • COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. • COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. • COMP. 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. “COMP. STD” is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend using the “COMP. 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.

(TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level) Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “3-SUR” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). SUR menu parameters x S.F. SELCT (Sound field selection) Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” (page 47). Note 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. x SB DEC (Surround back decoding mode) Lets you select the surround back decoding mode. For details, see “Using the surround back decoding mode” (page 40). x EFFECT (Effect level) Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC buttons and for “HP THEA” sound field. • EFCT. MIN The surround effect is minimum. • EFCT. STD The surround effect is standard. • EFCT. MAX The surround effect is maximum.

By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, etc., format, you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers. Select the surround back decoding mode using “SB DEC” on the SUR menu (page 39). Types of the surround back decoding functions x SB AUTO When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flaga), the appropriate decoding is performed on the surround back signal. x SB ON To decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode flaga), Dolby Digital EX is applied when the output channel is 6.1. x SB OFF Surround back decoding is not performed. a)A 6.1 channel decode flag is information recorded in software such as DVDs. b)A Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films. c)Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both DTS-ES Matrix and 5.1 channel signals. d)Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to 6.1 discrete channels. Discrete 6.1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters. Notes • There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select “SB ON”. • You can select the surround back decoding mode only when A.F.D. mode is selected. However, this function is canceled when Dolby Pro Logic IIx is selected. Using the surround back decoding mode Input stream Output channel Surround back decoding Dolby Digital 5.1 5.1 — Dolby Digital Surround EXb) 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 5.1 — DTS-ES Matrix 6.1c) 6.1 DTS Matrix decoding DTS-ES Discrete 6.1d) 6.1 DTS Discrete decoding Input stream Output channel Surround back decoding Dolby Digital 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital Surround EXb) 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS-ES Matrix 6.1c) 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS-ES Discrete 6.1d) 6.1 Matrix decoder that conforms to Dolby Digital EX

(TUNER menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). TUNER menu parameters x FM MODE (FM station receiving mode) • FM AUTO This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio station is broadcast in stereo. • FM MONO This receiver will decode the signal as mono signal regardless of the broadcast signal. x NAME IN (Naming preset stations) Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see “Naming preset stations” (page 58). Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select “5-AUDIO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). AUDIO menu parameters x DEC. PRI. (Digital audio input decoding priority) Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks. • DEC. AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM. • DEC. PCM 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, set to “DEC. AUTO”. Note When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the digital audio jacks (for CD, etc.) is interrupted when playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”. continued

language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously. • DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. • DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output. • DUAL M+S (Main + Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output. x A.V. SYNC. (A/V Sync) • A.V.SYNC. 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. • A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed. Notes • This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD or plasma monitor or a projector. • This parameter is valid only when you use a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons. • This parameter is not valid when – PCM 96 kHz, DTS 96/24 or DTS 2048 signals are input. – the receiver performing DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 decoding. – MULTI CH IN or ANALOG DIRECT function is selected. x NAME IN (Naming inputs) Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 62). Settings for the video (VIDEO menu) You can use the VIDEO menu to reassign the component video input to another input and to name inputs. Select “6-VIDEO” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). VIDEO menu parameters x COMP. V. A. (Component video assign) Lets you reassign the component video input to another input. For details, see “Watching component images from other inputs” on page 61. x NAME IN (Naming inputs) Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see “Naming inputs” (page 62).

(SYSTEM menu) You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 34) and “Overview of the menus” (page 35). SYSTEM menu parameters The default setting for models of area code U, CA is “ft.” and for models of other area code is “m”. x SW SPK (Sub woofer) • YES If you have connected a sub woofer, select “YES”. • NO If you have not connected a sub woofer, select “NO”. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers. Tip In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible. x FRT SPK (Front speakers) • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. When the sub woofer is set to “NO”, the front speakers are automatically set to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer. When the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, the center, surround, and surround back speakers are also automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”). x CNT SPK (Center speaker) • LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. • NO If you have not connected a center speaker, select “NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers. continued

The surround back speaker will be set to the same setting. • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the surround speakers to “LARGE”. • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. • NO If you have not connected surround speakers, select “NO”. x SB SPK (Surround back speaker) When the surround speakers are set to “NO”, the surround back speaker is also automatically set to “NO” and the setting cannot be changed. • YES If you have connected a surround back speaker, select “YES”. • NO If you have not connected a surround back speaker, select “NO”. Tip The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers. However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “SMALL”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the tone to boost the bass levels. For details, see page 35. x FRT DIST. (Front speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance as the average distance between the front speakers. x CNT DIST. (Center speaker distance) 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 (A) to a distance 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening position (B). E 30˚ 30˚ 100˚-120˚ 100˚-120˚ A C D A B

distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround left speaker. Surround left speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position (C). x SR DIST. (Surround right speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround right speaker. Surround right speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position (D). x SB DIST. (Surround back speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speaker. Surround back speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position (E). 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 meter (5 feet) closer from the front speakers. Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meter (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 meter (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 stage. Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try! x SUR POS. (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 50). This setup item is not available when the surround speakers are set to “NO” (page 37). continued

speakers corresponds to sections A and C. • SIDE/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D. • BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and C. • BEHD/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D. 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 become unclear unless set to “SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”. 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 high above the listening position, even if they are located 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. x CRS. FREQ (Speaker crossover frequency) Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the speakers that have been set to “SMALL” on the SYSTEM menu. This setup item is only available when at least one speaker is set to “SMALL” and the corresponding speaker indicator flashes on the display. x DIMMER (Brightness of the display) Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.

Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 27). Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want. For details, see “Types of A.F.D. mode” (page 48). Enjoying Surround Sound 1 2 3 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. continued

Decoding mode A.F.D. mode [Display] Multi channel audio after decoding Effect (Detecting automatically) A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO] (Detecting automatically) Presents the sound as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals. Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] 4 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels. Dolby Pro Logic II PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV] 5 channel 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 for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies. PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS] 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. PRO LOGIC II GAME [PLII GM] 5 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode decoding. This setting is ideal for game softwares. Dolby Pro Logic IIx PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE [PLIIX MV] 6 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 6.1 movie channels. PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC [PLIIX MS] 6 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. PRO LOGIC IIx GAME [PLIIX GM] 6 channel Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game mode decoding. Neo:6 Neo:6 Cinema [NEO6 CIN] 6 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. Neo:6 Music [NEO6 MUS] 6 channel Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. (Multi Stereo) MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.] (Multi Stereo) Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. However, sound may not be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.

If you connect a sub woofer This receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a sub woofer to a 2 channel signal. However, the low frequency signal is not generated for “NEO6 CIN” or “NEO6 MUS” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”. Notes • This function does not work when MULTI CH IN or ANALOG DIRECT is selected. • DTS Neo:6 does not work for DTS 2CH audio, the sound is played as 2 channel. • Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. Tip When a multi channel signal is input, only Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective. When you select decoding modes other than Dolby Pro Logic IIx, multi channel sound (being encoded) is output. Selecting a pre- programmed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music. For details, see “Types of sound field available” (page 50). 1 2 3 4 6 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC FM MODE DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU 5 MUSIC MOVIE 2CH A.F.D. continued

Sound field for Sound field [Display] Effect Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A] Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.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. CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS [C.ST.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. Music HALL [HALL] Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall. JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. LIVE CONCERT [CONCERT] Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house. Headphone HEADPHONE 2CH [HP 2CH] This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone when 2 channel mode (page 52)/A.F.D. mode (page 48) is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels. HEADPHONE DIRECT [HP DIR] Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone, sound field, etc. HEADPHONE MULTI [HP MULTI] This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone when MULTI CH IN is selected. Outputs the front analog signals from the MULTI CH IN jacks. HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA] This mode is selected automatically if you use headphone when sound field for movie/music is selected. It allows you to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a pair of headphones.

About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS technology. DCS is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a DSP (Digital signal processor) and measured data, the ideal sound field intended by film makers can be experienced at home. 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. • Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers. • Screen Depth Matching Creates the sensation that the sound is coming from inside the screen like in theaters. • Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the type of reverberation found in theaters. The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously. Notes • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. • 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. • This function does not work in the following cases: – MULTI CH IN or ANALOG DIRECT is selected. – For signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. • The surround back decoding mode does not function when a sound field for movie or music is selected (page 40). • When one of the following sound fields is selected, no sound is output from the sub woofer if all the speakers are set to “LARGE” on the SYSTEM menu. However, the sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains LFE signals, or if the front or surround speakers are set to “SMALL”. – HALL – JAZZ – CONCERT Tip You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc., by looking at the logo on the package. • : Dolby Digital discs • : Dolby Surround encoded programs • : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs To turn off the surround effect for movie/music Press 2CH to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.

speakers (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel. Press 2CH. Note No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH STEREO mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo sources using the front left/right speakers and a sub woofer, select “A.F.D. AUTO” (page 48). Listening to the sound without any adjustment (ANALOG DIRECT) You can switch the audio of the selected input to two channel analog input. This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources. When using this function, only the volume and front speaker balance can be adjusted. 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input you want to listen to in analog audio. You can also use the input buttons on the remote. 2 Press DIRECT on the receiver. The analog audio is output. Note When headphone is connected, “HP DIR” appears on the display. 1 2 3 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU 2CH ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 2

the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the power. 2 While holding down 2CH, press ?/1. “S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and all sound fields are reset to their initial setting. Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 24). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see page 3. * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 73). ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1,2 2 Tuner Operations Area code FM AM U, CA 100 kHz 10 kHz* CEL, CEK, AU, TW, KR, TH6, SP 50 kHz 9 kHz E2 50 kHz 9 kHz* AR 50 kHz 10 kHz

select the FM or AM band. 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. Using the controls on the receiver 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select “AUTO T.”. 3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –. In case of poor FM stereo reception If the FM stereo reception is poor and “STEREO” flashes on the display, select monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted. Press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator lights up on the display. To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE repeatedly until the “MONO” indicator on the display do not light up. Enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. Automatic tuning 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . H m M X x < < > 5 >10/ 2 1 FM MODE Direct tuning 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - 5 >10/ 1 2 4 3

the receiver. If you cannot tune in a station Make sure you have entered the right frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 to 4. If you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not used in your area. 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 56). Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. ?/1 AUTO CAL MIC SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MEMORY/ ENTER TUNING MODE TUNING 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC MULTI CH IN DIRECT DISPLAY MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1,2 2 continued

and press ?/1 to turn the receiver back on. “AUTO-BETICAL SELECT” appears on the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in the broadcast area. For RDS stations, the tuner first checks for stations broadcasting the same program, then stores only the ones 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 59. Regular FM stations are assigned 2- character preset codes and stored after the RDS stations. When this process is finished, “FINISH” appears on the display momentarily and the receiver returns to normal operation. Notes • Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation, except ?/1. • If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to store stations in your new area. • For details on tuning the stored stations, see “Tuning to preset stations” (page 57). • 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 stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 54) or Direct Tuning (page 54). Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 54). Presetting radio stations 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TUNING + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . H m M < < > 5 >10/ 1 3,5 TUNING +/– 4

the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. 4 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press TUNING + or TUNING – to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3. 5 Press ENTER. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. The station is stored as the selected preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you press MEMORY, start again from step 3. 6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset another station. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Each time you press the button, you can select a preset station as follows: You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. Then, press ENTER to enter the selection. Using the controls on the receiver 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM or AM band. 2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select “PRESET T.”. 3 Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Tuning to preset stations 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + REPLAY ADVANCE MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f . < < > 5 >10/ 2 1 ENTER Numeric buttons 01 02 03 04 05 27 ... 30 29 28

select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 57). 3 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 4 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “4- TUNER”. 5 Press the control button or control button b to enter the menu. 6 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “NAME IN”. 7 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” below. To return to the previous display Press control button B. To create an index name 1 Use control button V/v/B/b to create an index name. Press control button V/v to select a character, then press control button B/b to move the cursor to the next position. If you made a mistake Press control button B/b until the character you want to change flashes, then press control button V/v to select the correct character. Tip You can select the character type as follows by pressing control button V/v. Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols 2 Press the control button. The entered name is registered. Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) When you name an RDS station and tune in that station, the Program Service name appears instead of the name you entered. (You cannot change the Program Service name. The name you entered will be overwritten by the Program Service name.) Naming preset stations 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 0/10 ENTER 9 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 2CH A.F.D. RETURN/EXIT MENU MOVIE MUSIC MEMORY DVD MENU CLEAR TOOLS DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP DUAL MONO MD/TAPE SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU - F G g f 5 >10/ 3 1 4-7

System (RDS) (Models of area code CEL, CEK 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 display RDS information. Notes • RDS is operable only for FM stations. • Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details. Simply select a station on the FM band using direct tuning (page 54), automatic tuning (page 54), or preset tuning (page 57). When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, “RDS” lights up and the program service name appears on 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. While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver. Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t Program Type indicationa) t Radio Text indicationb) t Current Time indication (in 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied a)Type of program being broadcast. b)Text messages sent by the RDS station. Notes • If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the display. • When the message consists of 9 characters or more, the message scrolls across the display. • If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, “NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”) appears on the display. Receiving RDS broadcasts Displaying RDS information Description of program types Program type indication Description 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 continued

mode (INPUT MODE) You can select the audio input mode by setting the audio input mode when you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver. 1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input. You can also use the input buttons on the remote. 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the receiver to select the audio input mode. The selected audio input mode appears on the display. Audio input modes • AUTO IN Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected. • COAX IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL jack. • OPT IN Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL jack. • ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. Note Some audio input modes may not be set up depending on the input. 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 & 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 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 Program type indication Description Other Operations

(COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGN) You can reassign a component video input to another input. 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 2 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “6-VIDEO”. 3 Press the control button or control button b to enter the menu. 4 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select “COMP. V. A.”. 5 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter. 6 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select the component video input you want to reassign (for example, DVD). 7 Press the control button or control button b to enter your selection. 8 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select the input you want the component video input selected in step 6 to be reassigned to (for example, VIDEO 1). In this case, select “DVD–VD1”. 9 Press the control button to enter the setting. When you press VIDEO 1, the image from the component connected to the VIDEO 1 jacks will be a component image. The input you can reassign to varies for each component video input. For details, see “Assignable inputs for component video input” below. To return to the previous display Press control button B. Assignable inputs for component video input Notes • You cannot reassign more than one component video input to the same input. • You cannot use the component video input as the original input when it has been reassigned to another input. Component video input Assignable inputs Display DVD VIDEO 1 DVD–VD1 VIDEO 3 DVD–VD3 DVD DVD–DVD MD/TAPE DVD–MD SA-CD/CD DVD–CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 VD2–VD1 VIDEO 2 VD2–VD2 VIDEO 3 VD2–VD3 MD/TAPE VD2–MD SA-CD/CD VD2–CD

inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. 1 Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 3 Press control button V/v repeatedly to select either “5-AUDIO” or “6-VIDEO”. 4 Press the control button or control button b to enter the menu. 5 Press control button V/v to select “NAME IN”. 6 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” (page 58). To return to the previous display Press control button B. Changing the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows. All inputs except the FM and AM band Index name of the inputa) t Selected input t Sound field currently applied FM and AM band Program Service nameb) or preset station namea) t Frequency t Program Type indicationb) t Radio Text indicationb) t Current Time indication (in 24-hour system mode)b) t Sound field currently applied a)Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 58, 62). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name. b)During RDS reception only (models of area code CEL, CEK only) (page 59).

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: 2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 t OFF When Sleep Timer is being used, “SLEEP” lights up on the display. Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled. Recording using the receiver You can record onto a MiniDisc or audio tape using the receiver. See the operating instructions supplied with your MD deck or tape deck. 1 Press one of the input buttons to select the playback component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Prepare the playback component for playing. For example, insert a CD into the CD player. 3 Prepare the recording component. Insert a blank MD or tape into the recording deck and adjust the recording level. 4 Start recording on the recording component, then start playback on the playback component. Notes • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. • The audio signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the analog OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is selected. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output. Recording onto a MiniDisc or audio tape

the receiver. See the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. 1 Press one of the input buttons to select the playback component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Prepare the playback component for playing. For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR. 3 Prepare the recording component. Insert a blank video tape, etc. into the recording component (VIDEO 1) for recording. 4 Start recording on the recording component, then start playback on the playback component. Notes • Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the source. • The audio signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the analog AUDIO OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is selected. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output. Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder. 1 Hold down the input button of which you want to change the assignment. Example: Press VIDEO 1. 2 Referring to the table below, press the corresponding button for the category you want. Example: Press 4. Now you can use the VIDEO 1 button to control the DVD recorder. Recording onto a recording media Using the Remote

Categories and the corresponding buttons a)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively. b)Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders. To clear all remote button assignments Press ?/1, AUTO CAL and MASTER VOL – at the same time. The remote is reset to its factory settings. Glossary x Component video A format for transmitting video signal information consisting of three separate signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted more faithfully. The three jacks are color - coded green, blue and red. x Composite video A standard format for transmitting video signal information. The luminance signal Y and chrominance signal C are combined and transmitted together. x Dolby Digital Digital audio encoding/decoding technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It consists of front (left/right), center, surround (left/right) and sub woofer channels. It is a designated audio standard for DVD-video and also known as 5.1ch surround. Since surround information is recorded and reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby surround. x Dolby Digital Surround EX Acoustic technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information is matrixed into regular left and right surround channels so that the sound can be reproduced in 6.1ch. Active scenes, especially, are recreated with a more dynamic and realistic sound field. Categories Press VCR (command mode VTR 3)a) 1 VCR (command mode VTR 2)a) 2 DVD player/DVD recorder (command mode DVD1)b) 3 DVD recorder (command mode DVD3)b) 4 CD player 5 MD deck 6 Tape deck B 7 Tuner (this receiver) 8 DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 9 DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 0/10 Additional Information continued

This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded audio into 5.1ch for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1ch surround sound. x Dolby Pro Logic IIx Technology for 7.1ch (or 6.1ch) playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5.1ch Dolby Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in 7.1ch (or 6.1ch). Furthermore, existing stereo recorded content can also be reproduced in 7.1ch (or 6.1ch). x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic) Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround information is matrixed into two stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in 4ch surround sound. This is the most common audio processing method for DVD-video. x DTS 96/24 A high sound quality digital signal format. It records audio at a sampling frequency and bit rate of 96kHz/24bit which is the highest possible for DVD-video. The number of playback channels varies depending on the software. x DTS Neo:6 This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded audio for 6.1ch playback. There are two modes to select according to the playback source or your preference, CINEMA for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources such as music. x DTS Digital Surround Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction. x DTS-ES Format for 6.1ch playback with surround back information. There are two modes, “Discrete 6.1” which records all channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1” which matrixes surround back channel into LS and RS channels. It is ideal for playback of motion picture soundtracks. x Sampling frequency To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the sampling frequency. A standard music CD stores data quantified at 44,100 times per second, which is expressed as a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality.

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 supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver. • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit 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. • The AC power cord must be changed only at a 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 • Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. • 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. • Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. (If the receiver is being used in combination with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna.) • Use caution when placing the receiver 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 unplug 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 questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on. • Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set to “VOL MIN”. • Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/ A+B) is not set to “OFF”. • Check that headphone is not connected. • Press MUTING to cancel the muting function. • Check that you have selected the correct component with the input buttons. • The protective device on the receiver has been activated. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on the power again. There is no sound from a specific component. • Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component. • Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. There is no sound from one of the front speakers. • 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. • Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog component, and not only to either the L or R jack. Use an audio cord (not supplied). There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources. • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN” or “OPT IN” for the selected input (page 60). • Check that the MULTI CH IN function is not selected. There is no sound from digital sources (from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack). • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG” (page 60). Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “COAX IN” for the sources from the OPTICAL input jack, or to “OPT IN” for the sources from the COAXIAL input jack. • Check that the MULTI CH IN function is not selected. The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust the balance parameters using the LEVEL menu.

• Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 m (10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. • Move your audio components away from the TV. • 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/ surround/surround back speakers. • Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 50). • Adjust the speaker level (page 30). • Make sure the center/surround speakers are set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (page 37). • Make sure the surround back speaker is set to “YES” (page 37). There is no sound from the surround back speaker. • Some discs have no Dolby Digital Surround EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX logos. In this case, select “SB ON” (page 35). There is no sound from the sub woofer. • Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely. • Make sure you have turned on your sub woofer. • Make sure the sub woofer is set to “YES” (page 37). • There is no sound from the sub woofer depending on the sound field. The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Make sure the sound field function is on (press MOVIE, or MUSIC). • Sound fields do not function for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component. Recording cannot be carried out. • Check that the components are connected correctly. • Select the source component using the input buttons. The FM reception is poor. • 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 to a gas pipe. ANTENNA AM Receiver To ground Ground wire (not supplied) Outdoor FM antenna continued

• Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna, if necessary. • The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning. • Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning). • No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 56). • Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver so that the frequency appears on the display. RDS does not work.* • Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station. • Select a stronger FM station. The RDS information that you want does not appear.* • 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. There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor. • Select the appropriate input using the input buttons. • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. • Move your audio components away from the TV. • Assign the component video input correctly. The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp does not light up in blue. • Check that the playback component is connected to 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. • Check whether the setup on the playback component is set to multi channel sound. Remote control The remote does not function. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. • Make sure you select the correct input on the remote. * Models of area code CEL, CEK only. Error messages If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning codes” (page 28) to solve the problem. DEC. EROR Appears when a signal the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and “DEC. PRI.” on the AUDIO menu is set to “DEC. PCM”. Set it to “DEC. AUTO” (page 36).

speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 25). 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 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (Models of area code U only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section Models of area code U, CA Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 100 W + 100 W, 110 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 110 W + 110 W, 120 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 125 W + 125 W, 150 W/ch Models of area code CEL, CEK, E2, TW, AU Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 85 W + 85 W, 110 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 100 W + 100 W, 120 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 125 W + 125 W, 150 W/ch Models of area code SP Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 70 W + 70 W, 90 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 80 W + 80 W, 100 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 100 W + 100 W, 125 W/ch To clear See All memorized settings page 25 Customized sound fields page 53 continued

Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 85 W + 85 W1), 70 W + 70 W3), 110 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 100 W + 100 W1), 90 W + 90 W3), 120 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 125 W + 125 W1), 110 W + 110 W3), 150 W/ch Models of area code TH6 Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 70 W + 70 W1), 60 W + 60 W3), 90 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 80 W + 80 W1), 70 W + 70 W3), 100 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 100 W + 100 W1), 90 W + 90 W3), 125 W/ch 1)Measured under the following conditions: 2)Reference power output for front, center, surround and surround back. Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. 3)Measured under the following conditions: Frequency response Analog 10 Hz – 70 kHz +0.5/–2 dB (with sound field and tone bypassed) Inputs Analog Sensitivity: 500 mV/ 50 kohms S/N4): 96 dB (A, 500 mV5)) Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Digital (Optical) S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Outputs (Analog) AUDIO OUT Voltage: 500 mV/10 kohms SUB WOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm Tone Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step 4)INPUT SHORT (with sound field and tone bypassed). 5)Weighted network, input level. FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Useable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms S/N Mono/Stereo 76 dB/70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono/Stereo 0.3%/0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz – 15 kHz, +0.5/–2 dB Area code Power requirements U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz CEL, CEK, AR, KR, TH6, SP 230 V AC, 50 Hz E2, AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz TW 110 V AC, 60 Hz Area code Power requirements AR, KR, TH6 220 V AC, 50 Hz

Tuning range Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Usable sensitivity 50 dB µ/m (at 1,000 kHz or 999 kHz) 6)You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down TUNING MODE, press ?/1. 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. Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms PB/CB/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p/ 75 ohms PR/CR/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p/ 75 ohms 80 MHz HD Pass Through General Power requirements Power consumption Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.2 W Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430 × 157.5 × 316 mm (16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 12 4/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 8.0 kg (17 lb 11 oz) Supplied accessories FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAU005 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone ECM-AC2 (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Area code Tuning scale 10 kHz step 9 kHz step U, CA 530 – 1,710 kHz6) 531 – 1,710 kHz6) E2 530 – 1,610 kHz6) 531 – 1,602 kHz6) CEL, CEK, AU, TW, KR, TH6, SP – 531 – 1,602 kHz AR 530 – 1,610 kHz – Area code Power requirements U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz AR, KR, TH6 220 – 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz E2 120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz TW 110 V AC, 50/60 Hz SP 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Area code Power consumption U, CEL, CEK, AU, KR, AR, E2 220 W TH6, SP 200 W CA 300 VA TW 500 W For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3.

2CH STEREO 52 5.1 channel 13 6.1 channel 13 A AUTO CALIBRATION 27 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 47 AUTOBETICAL 55 C CD player connecting 15 playback 32 COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGN 61 D Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 51 Dolby Digital 65 DTS 66 DVD player hooking up 18 playback 33 DVD recorder hooking up 18 E Error messages 70 I Initial setup 25 INPUT MODE 60 M MD deck connecting 15 Menu A. CAL 47 AUDIO 41 LEVEL 38 SUR 39 SYSTEM 43 TONE 39 TUNER 41 VIDEO 42 Muting 31 N Naming 58, 62 R RDS 59 Recording onto a MiniDisc or audio tape 63 onto a recording media 64 S Satellite tuner hooking up 18 Selecting component 31 sound field 49 speaker system 26 Sleep Timer 63 Sound fields resetting 53 selecting 49 Speakers connecting 14 Super Audio CD player connecting 15 playback 32 SUR BACK DECODING 40 T Tape deck connecting 15 TEST TONE 30 Tuner connecting 24 Tuning automatically 54 directly 54 to preset stations 57 TV hooking up 18 V VCR hooking up 18 Video game hooking up 18