4-448-425-13(1)

Multi Channel
AV Receiver
Operating Instructions

STR-DH540
 For customers in the United
WARNING States
To reduce the risk of fire or Owner’s Record
electric shock, do not expose this The model and serial numbers are located on
apparatus to rain or moisture. the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in
the space provided below. Refer to them
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
ventilation opening of the appliance with regarding this product.
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame Model No.
sources (for example, lighted candles).
Serial No.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
This symbol is intended to alert
not expose this appliance to dripping or
the user to the presence of
splashing, and do not place objects filled with
uninsulated “dangerous
liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
voltage” within the product’s
Do not install the appliance in a confined enclosure that may be of
space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit shock to persons.
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an This symbol is intended to alert
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main the user to the presence of
plug from the AC outlet immediately. important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
Do not expose batteries or appliances with instructions in the literature
battery-installed to excessive heat, such as accompanying the appliance.
sunshine and fire.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as Important Safety
long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even Instructions
if the unit itself has been turned off.
1) Read these instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 2) Keep these instructions.
headphones can cause hearing loss. 3) Heed all warnings.
This symbol is intended to 4) Follow all instructions.
alert the user to the presence 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
of the Hot Surface that may be 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
hot if it is touched during the 7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
normal operation. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

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9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the The following FCC
polarized or grounding-type plug. A statement applies only to
polarized plug has two blades with one the version of this model
wider than the other. A grounding type
manufactured for sale in the
plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
U.S.A. Other versions may
are provided for your safety. If the not comply with FCC
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, technical regulations.
consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
NOTE:
10) Protect the power cord from being walked This equipment has been tested and found to
on or pinched particularly at plugs, comply with the limits for a Class B digital
convenience receptacles, and the point device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
where they exit from the apparatus. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
11) Only use attachments/accessories
interference in a residential installation. This
specified by the manufacturer.
equipment generates, uses and can radiate
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
bracket, or table specified by the
and used in accordance with the instructions,
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
may cause harmful interference to radio
When a cart is used, use caution when
communications. However, there is no
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
avoid injury from tip-over.
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
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning by one or more of the following measures:
storms or when unused for long periods of – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
time. – Increase the separation between the
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service equipment and receiver.
personnel. Servicing is required when the – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
apparatus has been damaged in any way, circuit different from that to which the
such as power-supply cord or plug is receiver is connected.
damaged, liquid has been spilled or – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the TV technician for help.
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

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CAUTION product is disposed of correctly, you will help
You are cautioned that any changes or prevent potential negative consequences for
modifications not expressly approved in this the environment and human health, which
manual could void your authority to operate could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
this equipment. waste handling of this product. The recycling
of materials will help to conserve natural
Properly shielded and grounded cables and resources. For more detailed information
connectors must be used for connection to about recycling of this product, please contact
host computers and/or peripherals in order to your local Civic Office, your household waste
meet FCC emission limits. disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
speaker cord should be connected to the
apparatus and the speakers in accordance with Disposal of waste
the following instructions. batteries (applicable
1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the in the European Union
MAINS. and other European
2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of countries with
the speaker cord. separate collection
3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus systems)
and the speakers carefully so as not to This symbol on the battery or on the
touch the core of speaker cord by hand. packaging indicates that the battery provided
Also disconnect the AC power cord from with this product shall not be treated as
the MAINS before disconnecting the household waste.
speaker cord from the apparatus and the On certain batteries this symbol might be used
speakers. in combination with a chemical symbol. The
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead
For customers in Canada (Pb) are added if the battery contains more
Properly shielded and grounded cables and than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
connectors must be used for connection to By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
host computers and/or peripherals. correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment
For customers in Europe and human health which could otherwise be
Disposal of Old caused by inappropriate waste handling of the
Electrical & Electronic battery. The recycling of the materials will
Equipment help to conserve natural resources.
(Applicable in the In case of products that for safety,
European Union and performance or data integrity reasons require a
permanent connection with an incorporated
other European
battery, this battery should be replaced by
countries with qualified service staff only.
separate collection To ensure that the battery will be treated
systems) properly, hand over the product at end-of-life
This symbol on the product or on its to the applicable collection point for the
packaging indicates that this product shall not recycling of electrical and electronic
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall equipment.
be handed over to the applicable collection For all other batteries, please view the section
point for the recycling of electrical and on how to remove the battery from the product
electronic equipment. By ensuring this safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable

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collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling
About This Manual
of this product or battery, please contact your
local Civic Office, your household waste • The instructions in this manual are for model
disposal service or the shop where you STR-DH540. The model number is located
purchased the product. at the lower right corner of the front panel.
The illustrations used in this manual are of
Notice for customers: The the Europe model and they may be different
from your model. Any differences in
following information is only
operation are marked in the manual as
applicable to equipment sold in “Europe model only”.
countries applying EU Directives. • The instructions in this manual describe the
This product has been manufactured by or on operation of the receiver with the supplied
behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan remote control. You can also use the buttons
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries or knobs on the receiver if they have the
related to product compliance based on same or similar names as those on the
European Union legislation shall be addressed remote control.
to the authorized representative, Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, On copyrights
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters, please refer to the This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and
addresses provided in the separate service or Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital
guarantee documents. Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
For customers in Australia Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the
Disposal of Old double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Electrical & Electronic Laboratories.
Equipment ** Manufactured under license under U.S.
(Applicable in the Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872;
European Union and
7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other
other European
U.S. and worldwide patents issued &
countries with pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, &
separate collection DTS-HD and the Symbol together are
systems) registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product
includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) technology.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and
iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
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All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are of their respective holders. In
this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance
standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of
this device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may
affect wireless performance.
Windows Media is either a registered
trademark or trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
This product is protected by certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft
Corporation. Use or distribution of such
technology outside of this product is
prohibited without a license from Microsoft or
an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
“x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)” and “x.v.Color
(x.v.Colour)” logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of
Sony Corporation.
MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
InstaPrevue™ is a trademark or registered
trademark of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United
States and other countries.

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Table of Contents
About This Manual ....................... 5 Enjoying Sound Effects
Supplied accessories ..................... 9 Selecting the sound field .............42
Description and location of Using the Night Mode function ...45
parts ...................................... 10 Selecting the calibration type ......45
Getting started ............................. 17 Adjusting the equalizer ................45
Connections Using the Pure Direct function ....46
1: Installing the speakers ............ 19 Resetting sound fields to the
2: Connecting the speakers ......... 20 default settings ......................46
3: Connecting the TV .................. 21 “BRAVIA” Sync Features
4a: Connecting the video
equipment ............................. 22 What is “BRAVIA” Sync? ..........47
Preparing for the “BRAVIA”
4b: Connecting the audio
Sync .......................................47
equipment ............................. 26
5: Connecting the antennas One-Touch Play ...........................48
System Audio Control .................49
(aerials) ................................. 27
6: Connecting the AC power cord System Power-Off .......................49
Scene Select .................................50
(mains lead) .......................... 27
Home Theatre Control .................50
Preparing the Receiver Remote Easy Control ..................50
Turning on the receiver ............... 28 Other Operations
Setting up the receiver using the
Easy Setup ............................ 28 Switching between digital and
analog audio (INPUT
Guide to on-screen display (OSD)
operation ............................... 30 MODE) .................................51
Using other audio input jacks
Basic Operations (Audio Input Assign) ............51
Playing an input source Reverting back to the factory
equipment ............................. 31 default settings ......................52
Playing an iPod/iPhone ............... 33 Adjusting Settings
Playing a USB device ................. 36
Using the Settings menu ..............53
Tuner Operations Easy Setup ...................................55
Listening to FM/AM radio .......... 39 Speaker Settings menu ................55
Presetting FM/AM radio stations Audio Settings menu ...................58
(Preset Memory) ................... 41 HDMI Settings menu ..................59
Receiving RDS broadcasts Input Settings menu .....................60
(Europe and Australia models System Settings menu .................61
only) ...................................... 41 Operating without using the
OSD .......................................61

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Using the Remote
Control
Reassigning the input button .......66
Resetting the input buttons ..........67
Additional Information
Precautions ..................................68
Troubleshooting ..........................69
Specifications ..............................76
Index ............................................78

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 Inserting batteries into
Supplied accessories the remote control
• Operating Instructions (this manual) Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries
• Quick Setup Guide (1) (supplied) in the remote control. Observe
• Remote control (RM-AAU168) (1) the correct polarity when installing
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2) batteries.
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)

• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

Notes
• Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
• Do not leave the remote control in an extremely
hot or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds
of batteries.
• Do not expose the remote control sensor to
direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for
an extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakage
and corrosion.
• When you replace the batteries, the remote
control buttons may be reset to their default
settings. If this happens, reassign the input
buttons (page 66).
• When the receiver no longer responds to the
remote control, replace all the batteries with
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Description and location of parts
Front panel

A ?/1 (on/standby) (page 28, 40, 46, E A.F.D./2CH, MOVIE, MUSIC

52) (page 42)
B ?/1 (on/standby) indicator F Display panel (page 11)
Lights up as follows: G NIGHT MODE (page 45)
Green: The receiver is turned on. H INPUT MODE (page 51)
Amber: The receiver is in standby
I DIMMER
mode, and
– “Control for HDMI” (page 59) is set Adjusts the brightness of the display
to “On”. panel in 3 levels.
– “Pass Through” (page 60) is set to J DISPLAY (page 66)
“On”* or “Auto”. K Remote control sensor
Lights off when the receiver is in Receives signals from remote control.
standby mode and “Control for L PURE DIRECT (page 46)
HDMI” and “Pass Through” are set to
M PURE DIRECT indicator
“Off”.
* For USA, Canada and Australia models Lights up when Pure Direct function is
only. activated.
C SPEAKERS (page 20) N MASTER VOLUME (page 32)
Press repeatedly to turn on or off the O INPUT SELECTOR (page 29, 32, 51)
speaker system. P (USB) port (page 26)
D TUNING MODE, TUNING +/– Q AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 29)
Press to operate a tuner (FM/AM). R PHONES jack
Press TUNING +/– to scan a station.
Connects to headphones.

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Indicators on the display panel

A Input indicator E SP
Lights up to indicate the current input. Lights up when the speaker system is
HDMI turned on.
The receiver recognizes the equipment F Tuning indicator
connected via an HDMI IN jack. ST
ARC Lights up when the receiver tunes to a
TV input is selected and the Audio stereo broadcast.
Return Channel (ARC) signals are MEM
detected. Lights up when memory function, such
COAX as Preset Memory (page 41), etc., is
Digital signal is input through the activated.
COAXIAL jack (page 51). G SLEEP
OPT Lights up when the Sleep Timer is
Digital signal is input through the activated (page 15).
OPTICAL jack (page 51). H EQ
B D.C.A.C. Lights up when the equalizer is
Lights up when the measurement activated.
results of the “Auto Calibration” I D.R.C.
function are applied. Lights up when Dynamic Range
C Dolby Digital Surround indicator* Compression is activated (page 59).
Lights up the respective indicator J NEO:6
when the receiver is decoding the Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/
corresponding Dolby Digital format Music decoding is activated (page 43,
signals. 44).
Dolby Digital K Dolby Pro Logic indicator
TrueHD Dolby TrueHD Lights up the respective indicator
D DTS(-HD) indicator* when the receiver performs Dolby Pro
Lights up the respective indicator Logic processing. This matrix
when the receiver is decoding the surround decoding technology can
corresponding DTS format signals. enhance input signals.
DTS PL Dolby Pro Logic
DTS
DTS-HD PL II Dolby Pro Logic II
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 Note
These indicators may not light up depending
on the speaker pattern setting.
L USB
Lights up when iPod/iPhone or USB
device is detected.

* When playing a Dolby Digital or DTS format

disc, make sure that you have completed the
digital connections and that INPUT MODE is
not set to “ANALOG” (page 51) or “Analog
Direct” is not selected.

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Rear panel

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section E VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT section

HDMI IN/OUT* jacks (page 21, 25)
(page 21, 24) VIDEO IN/OUT*
Yellow
OPTICAL IN jacks (page 21, jacks
25)
* You must connect the HDMI TV OUT or
COAXIAL IN jack (page 26)
MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the
B TUNER section selected input image (page 21).

FM ANTENNA jack
(page 27)
AM ANTENNA terminals
(page 27)
C SPEAKERS section (page 20)

D AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section

White (L)
AUDIO IN jacks
(page 21, 25, 26)
Red (R)
SUBWOOFER OUT
Black
jacks (page 20)

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 B TV ?/11) (on/standby)
Remote control Turns the TV on or sets it to the
standby mode.
Use the supplied remote control to operate C Input buttons
this receiver and other equipment. The
Selects the equipment you want to use.
remote control is assigned to operate Sony
When you press any of the input
audio/video equipment. You can reassign
buttons during standby mode, the
the input button to match the equipment
receiver turns on. The buttons are
connected to your receiver (page 66).
assigned to control Sony equipment.
RM-AAU168 D TOP MENU1)
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s or
DVD’s Top Menu.
REPEAT1)
Plays a track or a folder repeatedly.
POP UP/MENU1)
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s
Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
SHUFFLE1)
Plays a track or a folder in random
order.
E +/–
Selects a folder.
F AMP MENU
Displays the menu to operate the
receiver.
G 1) 1)
, V/v/B/b
Press V/v/B/b to select the menu
items, then press to enter/confirm
the selection.
H OPTIONS1)
Displays and selects items from the
options menu.
I HOME1)
Displays the home menu on the TV
screen.
J ./>1), m/M1), N1), X1),
x1)
Skip, backward/forward, play, pause,
stop operation.
A ?/1 (on/standby) TUNING +/–1)
Turns the receiver on or sets it to the Scans a station.
standby mode.
D.TUNING
Saving the power in standby mode
Enters direct tuning mode.
When “Control for HDMI” (page 59)
and “Pass Through” (page 60) are set PRESET +/–1)
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 MEM S PREVIEW (HDMI)
Stores a station during tuner operation. Selects the “Preview for HDMI”
K SOUND FIELD +/–2) function.
Selects a sound field (page 42). Turns on a live picture-in-picture
L PURE DIRECT (page 46) preview of HDMI inputs connected to
this receiver.
M SLEEP
Press V/v repeatedly to select each
Sets the receiver to turn off HDMI input preview, then press to
automatically at a specified time. enter/confirm the selection.
Each time you press SLEEP, the (This feature is powered by Silicon
display changes cyclically as follows: Image InstaPrevue™ technology)
0:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 1:30:00 t Note
2:00:00 t OFF The “Preview for HDMI” function is
When Sleep Timer is being used, available for HDMI BD, DVD, GAME and
“SLEEP” indicator lights up on the SAT/CATV input.
display panel. Tips
Tip • This function does not work in the
To check the remaining time before the following cases.
receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The – The equipment is not connected to the
remaining time appears on the display panel. HDMI input jack.
If you press SLEEP again, the Sleep Timer – The equipment connected to the
will be canceled. supported HDMI input jack is not turned
on.
N +/– – The current input is not HDMI input.
Adjusts the volume level of all – When “Fast View” is set to “Off”.
speakers at the same time. – When an unsupported HDMI video
O format (480i, 576i, 4K, some 3D video
Turns off the sound temporarily. Press signal, some video camera signal or
VGA signal) is input.
the button again to restore the sound. • The picture-in-picture preview will be
P RETURN O1) blacked out when 4K or some 3D video
Returns to the previous menu while the signal is input.
menu or on-screen guide is displayed iPhone CTRL
on the TV screen. Enters iPod/iPhone control mode when
Q DISPLAY1) using iPod/iPhone.
Views information on the display T AMP
panel. Activates the receiver operation.
R Numeric buttons1)2) U TV INPUT1)
Press to Selects the input signal (TV input or
– preset/tune to the preset stations video input).
(page 41). 1)
See the table on page 16 for information on the
– select track numbers. Press 0/10 to buttons that you can use to control each
select track number 10. equipment.
– select channel numbers. 2) The 5 and SOUND FIELD + buttons have
tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as reference
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Notes
• The above explanation is intended to serve as
examples.
• Depending on the model of your connected
equipment, some functions explained in this
section may not work with the supplied remote
control.

To control other Sony equipment

Name TV VCR DVD Blu-ray Disc CD player

player player
2 TV ?/1 z
4 TOP MENU, REPEAT z z z
POP UP/MENU, z z z
SHUFFLE
7 V/v/B/b, z z z z
8 OPTIONS z z z
I HOME z z z z
J ./PRESET –, z z z z z
>/PRESET +
m/TUNING –, z z z z z
M/TUNING +
N, X, x z z z z z
qh RETURN O z z z
Q DISPLAY z z z z z
R Numeric buttons z z z z z
wa TV INPUT z

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Getting started
You can enjoy your audio/video equipment connected to the receiver by following the
simple steps below.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Installing and connecting the Preparing the receiver

speakers (page 19, 20) See “6: Connecting the AC power cord (mains
lead)” (page 27) and “Turning on the receiver”
(page 28).
Checking the connection appropriate
for your equipment
Connecting the TV and video Setting the receiver
equipment (page 21, 22) See “Setting up the receiver using the Easy
The image quality depends on the connecting Setup” (page 28).
jack. See the illustration below. Select the
connection according to the jacks on your
equipment. Setting the audio output settings on the
We recommend that you connect your video connected equipment
equipment via HDMI connection if they have To output multi channel digital audio, check the
HDMI jacks. digital audio output setting on the connected
equipment.
For a Sony Blu-ray Disc player, check that
“Audio (HDMI)”, “BD Audio MIX Setting”,
“Dolby Digital/DTS”, “Dolby Digital”, and
“DTS” are set to “Auto”, “Off”, “Bitstream”,
“Dolby Digital”, and “DTS” respectively (as of
August 1, 2012).
Digital Analog For a PlayStation 3, after having connected the
receiver with an HDMI cable, select the “Audio
Output Settings” in “Sound Settings”, and
select “HDMI” and “Automatic” (with system
High quality image
software version 4.21).
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the connected equipment.
Connecting the audio equipment
(page 26)

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 Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio output jacks of
the equipment connected. This receiver supports the following audio formats.

Connection between the playback

Audio format Maximum number equipment and the receiver
[Display] of channels
COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI
Dolby Digital
5.1 a a
[DOLBY D]
Dolby Digital Plusa)
7.1c) × a
[DOLBY D +]
Dolby TrueHDa)
7.1c) × a
[DOLBY HD]
DTS
5.1 a a
[DTS]
DTS 96/24
5.1 a a
[DTS 96/24]
DTS-HD
High Resolution Audioa) 7.1c) × a
[DTS-HD HR]
DTS-HD
Master Audioa)b) 7.1c) × a
[DTS-HD MA]
Multi Channel Linear PCMa)
7.1c) × a
[PCM]

a) Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the
format. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.
b)
Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
c) The signals will be output as 5.1 channel.

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 Connections

Connections
1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use up to a 5.2 Tips
channel system (5 speakers and 2 • The angle A should be the same.
subwoofers).

To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel

surround sound requires five speakers (two
front speakers, a center speaker, and two
surround speakers) and a subwoofer.
Example of speaker system
configuration

• Since the subwoofer does not emit highly

directional signals, you can place it wherever
you want.

A Front speaker (Left)

B Front speaker (Right)
C Center speaker
D Surround speaker (Left)
E Surround speaker (Right)
F Subwoofer

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2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Surround speaker Center speaker

Right Left

B B

A A B

Right Left

Subwoofer* Front speaker

A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) Note

B Speaker cord (not supplied) You can turn on or off the speaker system with the
SPEAKERS button (page 10).
* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, turn off the function when
watching movies. If the auto standby function is
set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically
based on the level of the input signal to the
subwoofer, and the sound may not be output.

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3: Connecting the TV

Connections
You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI TV OUT or
MONITOR OUT jack to a TV. You can operate this receiver using an OSD (On-Screen
Display) if you connect HDMI TV OUT jack to a TV.
Before connecting cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

TV
Audio signals Audio/Video Video signals
signals

ARC
or

A** B C* D

A Optical digital cord (not supplied) Recommended connection

B Audio cord (not supplied) Alternative connection
C HDMI cable (not supplied)
Sony recommends that you use an
HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI
cable.
D Video cord (not supplied)

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To enjoy the TV broadcast
in multi channel surround
sound from the receiver
4a: Connecting the
* If your TV is compatible with the Audio video equipment
Return Channel (ARC) function, connect C.
Be sure to set the “Control for HDMI” to “On”
in HDMI Settings menu (page 59). If you Using HDMI connection
want to select an audio signal using other than
an HDMI cable (e.g., via an optical digital High-Definition Multimedia Interface
cord or an audio cord), switch the audio input (HDMI) is an interface which transmits
mode using INPUT MODE (page 51).
video and audio signals in digital format.
** If your TV is not compatible with the ARC
function, connect A. By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Sync-
compatible equipment using HDMI cables,
Be sure to turn off the TV’s volume or operations can be simplified. See
activate the TV’s muting function. ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (page 47).
Notes
• Connect a TV monitor or a projector to the
HDMI features
HDMI TV OUT or MONITOR OUT jack on the • A digital audio signals transmitted by
receiver. You may not be able to record, even if HDMI can be output from the speakers
you connect recording equipment. connected to the receiver. This signal
• Depending on the status of the connection supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear
between the TV and the antenna (aerial), the
PCM. For details, see “Digital audio
image on the TV screen may be distorted. If this
is the case, place the antenna (aerial) farther formats supported by the receiver”
away from the receiver. (page 18).
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the • The receiver can receive Multi Channel
plugs straight until they click into place. Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less
Tips with an HDMI connection.
• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with • This receiver supports High Bitrate
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby
frequencies. TrueHD), Deep Color (Deep Colour),
• When you connect the audio output jack of the “x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)”, and 4K or 3D
TV to the TV IN jacks of the receiver to output transmission.
the TV sound from the speakers connected to • To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-
the receiver, set the sound output jack of the TV compatible TV and video equipment
to “Fixed” if it can be switched between either
(Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc
“Fixed” or “Variable”.
recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the
To listen to the sound from receiver using High Speed HDMI cables,
the TV put on 3D glasses, and then play back a
3D-compatible content.
If your TV does not support System Audio
• To enjoy 4K (HDMI BD, GAME and
Control function, set the “HDMI Audio
SAT/CATV input) images, connect 4K-
Out” to “TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings
compatible TV and video equipment
menu (page 60).
(Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-ray Disc
recorder, etc.) to the receiver using High
Speed HDMI cables, and then play back a
4K-compatible content.

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• You can view HDMI BD, DVD, GAME If you want to connect
and SAT/CATV input on picture-in- several digital equipment,
picture preview. but cannot find an unused

Connections
Notes on HDMI connections input
• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not See “Using other audio input jacks (Audio
input or output. Input Assign)” (page 51).
• Depending on the TV or the video
equipment, 4K or 3D images may not be
displayed.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
connected equipment for details.

When connecting cords

• Before connecting cords, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead).
• It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect according to the availability of
jacks on the connected equipment.
• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use
a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep
Color (Deep Colour), 4K or 3D images
may not be displayed properly.
• We do not recommend using an HDMI-
DVI conversion cable. When you connect
an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a
DVI-D equipment, the sound and/or the
image may be lost. Connect a separate
audio cords or digital connecting cords,
then set the “Audio Input Assign” in the
Input Settings menu (page 61) when the
sound is not output correctly.
• When connecting optical digital cords,
insert the plugs straight 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.

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Connecting equipment with HDMI jacks
If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 25.

Blu-ray Disc Satellite tuner,

player DVD player PlayStation 3 Cable TV tuner
Audio/video Audio/video Audio/video Audio/video
signals signals signals signals

A A A A

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

Sony recommends that you use an
HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI
cable.

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 Connecting equipment with jacks other than HDMI
jacks

Connections
Satellite tuner, Cable TV tuner VCR, DVD recorder, Video game
Audio signals Video signals Audio signals Video signals

or

A B C B C

A Optical digital cord (not supplied) Recommended connection

B Audio cord (not supplied) Alternative connection
C Video cord (not supplied)
Note
Be sure to change the default setting of the
VIDEO input button on the remote control so that
you can use the button to control your DVD
recorder. For details, see “Reassigning the input
button” (page 66).

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 Connecting an iPod,
4b: Connecting the iPhone, USB device
audio equipment
Connecting a Super
Audio CD player, CD
player
Before connecting cords, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead).

Super Audio CD player, CD player

Audio signals

or A

A B

iPod, iPhone,
USB device

A USB cable (not supplied)

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

B Audio cord (not supplied)

Recommended connection
Alternative connection

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5: Connecting the 6: Connecting the AC

Connections
antennas (aerials) power cord (mains lead)
Before connecting the antennas (aerials), Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to
be sure to disconnect the AC power cord a wall outlet.
(mains lead). AC power cord (mains lead)

AM loop antenna (aerial)

(supplied)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)

To the wall outlet

Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop
antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and
other equipment.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna
(aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),
keep it as horizontal as possible.

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 Notes on Speaker
Preparing the Receiver Settings (Auto
Calibration)
Turning on the receiver This receiver is equipped with DCAC
(Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function
?/1 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
from your seating position.*
• Measure the speaker size.*
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. • Measure the frequency characteristics
(EQ).*
You can also turn on the receiver using ?/1
on the remote control. When you turn off * The measurement result is not utilized when
the receiver, press ?/1 again. “Analog Direct” is selected.
“STANDBY” flashes on the display panel. The DCAC is designed to achieve proper
Do not disconnect the AC power cord sound balance for your room. However,
(mains lead) while “STANDBY” is you can adjust the speaker levels manually
flashing. This may cause a malfunction. according to your preference. For details,
see “Test Tone” (page 58).
Before you perform Auto
Calibration
Setting up the receiver Before you perform Auto Calibration,
using the Easy Setup check the following items.
• Set up and connect the speakers (page 19,
You can set the basic settings of the 20).
receiver easily by operating the receiver in • Connect only the supplied optimizer
accordance with the instructions on the TV microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack.
screen. Do not connect any other microphones to
Switch the input of the TV to the input to this jack.
which the receiver is connected. • Make sure the speaker output is not set to
When you turn on the receiver for the first “SPK OFF” (page 10).
time or after the receiver is initialized, the • Disconnect the headphones.
Easy Setup screen appears on the TV • Remove any obstacles in the path
screen. Proceed to set up the receiver in between the optimizer microphone and
accordance with the instructions on the the speakers to avoid measurement
Easy Setup screen. errors.
You can set up the following functions • Get accurate measurement by making
using the Easy Setup. sure the environment is free from noise
– Language and quiet.
– Speaker Settings

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Notes Note
• The speakers emit very loud sound during the Depending on the characteristics of the
calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted. subwoofer you are using, the setup distance value
Provide consideration to your neighborhood and may be different from the actual position.
to the children in presence.
• If the muting function has been activated before When you connect two
you perform Auto Calibration, the muting subwoofers to the receiver
function will shut off automatically.
If you cannot obtain measurement results

Preparing the Receiver

• The correct measurements may not be able to
take or Auto Calibration cannot be performed of the “Auto Calibration” function
when special speakers, such as dipole speakers correctly, depending on the environment,
are used. or you want to make fine adjustments, you
can set up the subwoofers manually. For
To set up the Auto details, see “Manual Setup” in the Speaker
Calibration Settings menu (page 56).
To cancel Auto Calibration
The Auto Calibration function will be
canceled when you perform the following
during the measurement process:
Optimizer – Press ?/1.
microphone – Press the input buttons on the remote
control or turn the INPUT SELECTOR
1 Connect the supplied optimizer on the receiver.
microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC – Press .
jack. – Press SPEAKERS on the receiver.
2 Set up the optimizer microphone. – Change the volume level.
Place the optimizer microphone at your – Connect the headphones.
seating position and set it at the same To set up the receiver
height as your ears. manually
Confirm active subwoofer See “Adjusting Settings” (page 53).
setup
• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on
the subwoofer and turn up the volume
prior to activating the subwoofer. Turn
the LEVEL to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with a
crossover frequency function, set the
value to maximum.
• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, set it to off
(deactivated).

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Guide to on-screen
display (OSD) operation
You can display the menu of the receiver
on the TV screen and select the function
you want to use on the TV screen by
pressing V/v/B/b and on the remote
control. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
When you start operating the receiver, menu you want, then press to
make sure to press AMP on the remote enter the menu.
control first. Otherwise, operations that The menu item list appears on the TV
follow may not be aimed at the receiver. screen.
Example: When you select “Watch”.

AMP

V/v/B/b, 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the

menu item you want to adjust, then
RETURN press to enter the menu item.
OPTIONS
O
Tip
HOME
When “OPTIONS” appears in the lower right
portion of the OSD, you can display the function
list by pressing OPTIONS and selecting a related
Using the menu function.

1 Switch the input of the TV to the To return to the previous

input which the receiver is screen
connected. Press RETURN O.
2 Press AMP, then press HOME.
To exit the menu
The home menu is displayed on the TV
screen. Press HOME to display the home menu,
Depending on the TV, the home menu then press HOME again.
may take some time to appear on the
TV screen.

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Overview of the home
menus
Basic Operations
Menu Description
Watch Selects the video source to
be input to the receiver Playing an input source
(page 31).
equipment
Listen Selects the music source to
be input to the receiver
(page 31). You can also ?/1
enjoy FM/AM radio of the
built-in receiver (page 39).

Basic Operations
Input
Sound Effects Enables you to enjoy sound buttons
development provided by
various Sony proprietary
technologies or functions
(page 42).
Settings Adjusts the settings of the
receiver (page 53).

V/v/B/b,

HOME

SOUND
2 +/– FIELD +/–

1 Press HOME.
The home menu is displayed on the TV
screen.
2 Select “Watch” or “Listen”, then
press .
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Select the equipment you want,
then press .
4 Turn on the equipment and start
playback.

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5 Press 2 +/– to adjust the volume.
You can also use MASTER VOLUME
on the receiver.
6 Press SOUND FIELD +/– to enjoy
the surround sound.
You can also use A.F.D./2CH,
MOVIE or MUSIC on the receiver.
For details, see page 42.
Tips
• You can turn INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver or press input buttons on the remote
control to select the equipment you want.
• You can adjust the volume differently using the
MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or
the 2 +/– button on the remote control.
To turn the volume up or down quickly
– Turn the knob quickly.
– Press and hold the button.
To make fine adjustment
– Turn the knob slowly.
– Press the button and release it immediately.

To activate the muting

function
Press .
The muting function will be canceled when
you do the following.
• Press again.
• Change the volume.
• Turn off the receiver.
• Perform Auto Calibration.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to
turn down the volume level.

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Playing an iPod/iPhone
You can enjoy music contents from the iPod/iPhone by connecting it to the (USB) port
on the receiver.
For details on connecting the iPod/iPhone, see page 26.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models

You can use the following iPod/iPhone models on this receiver. Update your iPod/iPhone
with the latest software before using it.

Basic Operations
iPod touch iPod touch iPod touch iPod nano
4th generation 3rd generation 2nd generation 6th generation

iPod nano iPod nano iPod nano iPod classic

5th generation 4th generation 3rd generation
(video camera) (video) (video)

iPhone 4S iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G

Notes
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged
when using an iPod/iPhone connected to this receiver.
• This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet
Apple performance standards.

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Selecting the iPod/ Operating the iPod/
iPhone control mode iPhone using “System
OSD” mode
You can select the iPod/iPhone control
mode using the OSD menu or iPhone 1 Make sure that “System OSD” is
CTRL on the remote control. selected in step 4 in “Selecting the
You can use the OSD menu to browse iPod/iPhone control mode”
contents on the iPod/iPhone. (page 34).
You can also control all operations by
viewing the information on the display 2 Select the content you want from
panel when TV screen is turned off. the content list, then press .
iPhone The selected content starts playback
CTRL and the information of music contents
appears on the TV screen.
To select the playback
mode
You can change the playback mode using
V/v/B/b, the OPTIONS on the remote control.
• Repeat: Off / One / All
• Shuffle: Off / Songs / Albums
• Audiobooks: Slower / Normal / Faster
HOME

Operating the iPod/

1 Press HOME.
iPhone using “iPod/
The home menu is displayed on the TV
screen. iPhone” mode
2 Select “Listen”, then press . 1 Make sure that “iPod/iPhone” is
3 Select “USB”, then press . selected in step 4 in “Selecting the
When the iPod or iPhone is connected, iPod/iPhone control mode”
“iPod/iPhone” appears on the TV (page 34).
screen. 2 Select the content you want using
4 Select “System OSD” or “iPod/ iPod/iPhone menu.
iPhone”, then press . For details on operating the iPod/
iPhone, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with iPod/
iPhone.

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To operate the iPod/iPhone Notes on iPod/iPhone
using the remote control • The iPod/iPhone is charged when
connected to the receiver while the
receiver is turned on.
• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/
iPhone from this receiver.
• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during
operation. To avoid data corruption or
USB damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the
iPhone receiver off when connecting or
CTRL removing the iPod/iPhone.
iPod/iPhone message list

Basic Operations
Message and explanation
Reading
The receiver is recognizing and reading
information of the iPod or iPhone.
Loading
The receiver is loading information of the
iPod or iPhone.
m/M
N Not supported
./> An unsupported iPod or iPhone is connected.
X x No device is connected
No iPod or iPhone is connected.
Press USB before you use the following
buttons. No music
No music was found.
Press Operation
Headphones not supported
N Starts play. No sound is output from the headphones when
X, x Pauses play. iPod or iPhone is connected.

m/M Fast reverses or forwards.

./> Goes to the previous/next
track.
iPhone CTRL Selects the iPod/iPhone
control mode.

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 Product name Model name
Playing a USB device NWZ-S636F / S638F /
S639F
You can enjoy music from the USB device NWZ-S736F / S738F /
by connecting it to the (USB) port on the S739F
receiver.
For details on connecting a USB device, NWZ-A726 / A728 / A729 /
see “Connecting an iPod, iPhone, USB A726B / A728B
device” (page 26). NWZ-A826 / A828 / A829
The music file formats that can be played NWZ-W202
back by this receiver are as follows:
NWZ-X1050 / X1060
File format Extensions NWZ-S744 / S745
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3” NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445
Layer III)
NWZ-S543 / S544 / S545
AAC* “.m4a”, “.3gp”,
NWZ-A844 / A845 / A846 /
“.mp4”
A847
WMA9 Standard* “.wma” NWZ-W252 / W253
WAV “.wav” NWZ-B152 / B153 /
B152F / B153F
* The receiver does not play files encoded with
DRM. MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL /
8GL / 16GL

Compatible USB USM1GLX / 2GLX /

4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX
devices
Notes
You can use the following Sony USB • The receiver is unable to read data in NTFS
devices on this receiver. format.
• The receiver is unable to read data other than
Verified Sony USB device that saved in the first partition of a hard disk
Product name Model name drive.
• Operation of models not listed here is not
Walkman® NWZ-S754 / S755 guaranteed.
NWZ-E453 / E454 / E455 • Operation may not always be ensured even
when using these USB devices.
NWZ-E353 / E354 / E355 • Some of these USB devices may not be
available for purchase in certain areas.
NWZ-B133 / B135 /
• When formatting the above models, be sure to
B133F / B135F
format using the model itself or the dedicated
NWZ-B142 / B143 / formatting software for that model.
B142F / B143F • When connecting a USB device to the receiver,
be sure to connect after the display “Creating
NWD-E023F / E025F Library” or “Creating Database” on the USB
NWZ-E435F / E436F / device has disappeared.
E438F
NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345

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 To operate the USB device
Operating the USB using the remote control
device

V/v/B/b,

USB
HOME SHUFFLE
REPEAT
1 Press HOME. +/–

Basic Operations
The home menu is displayed on the TV
screen.
2 Select “Listen”, then press .
When the USB device is connected,
“USB” appears on the TV screen.
3 Select “USB”, then press .
You can operate the USB device using
the remote control of the receiver. m/M
The information of music contents N
./>
appear on the TV screen.
X x

Press USB before you use the following

buttons.
Press Operation
N Starts play.
X Pauses play.
x Stops play.
m/M Fast reverses or forwards.
./> Goes to the previous/next
file.
+/– Goes to the previous/next
folder.
REPEAT* Enters repeat mode (Off /
One / All / Folder).
SHUFFLE* Enters shuffle mode (Off /
All / Folder).

* Press repeatedly to select the playback mode.

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Notes on the USB device USB message list
• Do not remove the USB device during
Message and explanation
operation. To avoid data corruption or
damage to the USB device, turn the Reading
receiver off when connecting or The receiver is recognizing and reading
removing the USB device. information of the USB device.
• Do not connect the receiver and the USB Device error
device through a USB hub. The memory of the USB device could not be
• It may take about 10 seconds before recognized (page 36).
“Reading” appears depending on the type
of USB device connected. Not supported
• When the USB device is connected, the An unsupported USB device is connected, an
unknown device is connected, or the USB
receiver reads all the files on the USB
device is connected through a USB hub
device. If there are many folders or files
(page 36).
on the USB device, it may take a long
time to finish reading the USB device. No device is connected
• The receiver can recognize up to No USB device is connected or the connected
– 256 folders (including “ROOT” folder). USB device is not recognized.
– 256 audio files for each folder. No track
– 8 folder levels (tree structure of files, No track was found.
including “ROOT” folder).
The maximum number of audio files and
folders may vary depending on the file
and folder structure.
Do not save other types of files or
unnecessary folders on a USB device.
• Compatibility with all encoding/writing
softwares, recording devices, and
recording media cannot be guaranteed.
Incompatible USB device may produce
noise or interrupted audio or may not play
at all.
• Some time may be needed to start
playback when:
– the folder structure is complex.
– the memory capacity is excessive.
• This receiver does not necessarily
support all the functions provided in a
connected USB device.
• The playback order for the receiver may
differ from the playback order of the
connected USB device.
• Folders that have no audio files are
skipped.
• When playing a very long track, some
operations may cause playback delay.

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 FM/AM screen
You can select and operate each item
Tuner Operations on the screen by pressing V/v/B/b and
.

Listening to FM/AM
radio
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before
operation, be sure you have connected the
FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the
receiver (page 27).
Tip
The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below. 1 Frequency indication (page 40)
2 Preset station list (page 41)

Tuner Operations
Area FM AM
USA, Canada 100 kHz 10 kHz*
Tuning to a station
Europe, Australia 50 kHz 9 kHz
automatically (Auto
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 40). Tuning)
Select “Tuning +” or “Tuning –”, then
press .
Numeric Select “Tuning +” to scan from lower to
buttons higher frequency stations, select
“Tuning –” to scan from higher to lower
V/v/B/b, stations.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
OPTIONS station is received.
HOME In case of poor FM stereo
D.TUNING
reception
1 Tune in the station you want to listen
1 Select “Listen” from the home to using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning
menu, then press . (page 40), or select the preset
station you want (page 41).
2 Select “FM” or “AM” from the
2 Press OPTIONS.
menu, then press .
The FM or AM menu list appears on 3 Select “FM Mode”, then press .
the TV screen. 4 Select “Mono”, then press .

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 Tuning to a station Changing the AM tuning
directly (Direct Tuning) scale
You can enter the frequency of a station (USA and Canada models only)
directly by using the numeric buttons. You can change the AM tuning scale to
either 9 kHz or 10 kHz using the buttons on
1 Press D.TUNING. the receiver.
2 Press the numeric buttons to enter ?/1
the frequency, then press .
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 (b 0*)
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
* Press 0 for Europe and Australia models
only.
TUNING MODE
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
(aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning
to an AM station.
2 While holding down TUNING
MODE, press ?/1 on the receiver.
If you cannot tune to a The current AM tuning scale is
station changed to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
“– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
and then the screen returns to the current repeat the procedure above.
frequency. Notes
Make sure you have entered the right • Depending on the settings, the receiver may take
frequency. If not, repeat steps 1 to 3. If you some time to change the AM tuning scale.
still cannot tune to a station, the frequency • All preset stations will be erased when you
may not be in use in your area. change the tuning scale.

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 Naming preset stations
Presetting FM/AM radio (Name Input)
stations 1 Select “FM” or “AM” from the
(Preset Memory) menu, then press .

You can store up to 30 FM and 30 AM

2 Select “Select Preset”, then press
.
stations as your favorite stations.
3 Select the preset number which
you want to name, press , then
V/v/B/b,
press OPTIONS.

OPTIONS 4 Select “Name Input”, then press

.

1 Tune to the station that you want to 5 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
preset using Auto Tuning (page 39) character, then press b.

Tuner Operations
or Direct Tuning (page 40). You can move the input position
backward and forward by pressing
2 Select “Preset Memory”, then B/b. You can enter a name up to 8
press . characters.
3 Select a preset number, then press 6 Repeat step 5 to input a character
. one by one, then press .
The station is stored as the selected The name you entered is registered.
preset number.
4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store
another station.
You can store station as follows: Receiving RDS
• AM band: AM 1 to AM 30
• FM band: FM 1 to FM 30 broadcasts
(Europe and Australia models
Tuning to preset only)
stations This receiver allows you to use Radio Data
System (RDS), which enables radio
1 Select “FM” or “AM” from the stations to send additional information
menu, then press . along with the regular programming signal.
2 Select “Select Preset”, then press This receiver offers convenient RDS
features, such as Program Service name
.
display. RDS is available only for FM
3 Select the preset station you want, stations.*
then press . * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor
Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are do they provide the same type of services. If
available. you are not familiar with the RDS services in
your area, check with your local radio stations
for details.

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Simply select a station on the
FM band.
When you tune to a station that provides Enjoying Sound Effects
RDS services, the Program Service name*
appears on the TV screen and the display
panel. Selecting the sound
* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a Program
Service name will not appear.
field
Notes This receiver can create multi channel
• RDS may not work properly if the station you surround sound. You can select one of the
tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal or if optimized sound fields from the receiver’s
the signal strength is weak. pre-programmed sound fields.
• Some letters that can be displayed on the TV
screen cannot be displayed on the display panel. 1 Select “Sound Effects” from the
Tip
home menu, then press .
While a Program Service name is displayed, you 2 Select “Sound Field”, then press
can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY .
repeatedly (page 66).
3 Select the sound field you want.
Tips
• You can press SOUND FIELD +/– on the
remote control repeatedly to select the sound
field you want.
• You can also use A.F.D./2CH, MOVIE or
MUSIC on the receiver.

Auto Format Direct

(A.F.D.)/2 channel sound
mode
• Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode:
This 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.
• 2 channel sound mode: You can switch
the output sound to 2 channel sound
regardless of the recording formats of the
software you are using, the playback
equipment connected, or the sound field
settings of the receiver.

x A.F.D. Auto (A.F.D. AUTO)

Presets the sound as it was recorded/
encoded without adding any surround
effects.

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However, for USA and Canada models, With this mode, you are able to enjoy Blu-
this receiver will generate a low frequency ray and DVD movies at home with not only
signal for output to the subwoofer when the high quality of sound, but also the best
there is no LFE signals. sound ambience, just as the movie’s sound
engineer intended in the mastering process.
x Multi Stereo (MULTI ST.) You can select the effect type for
Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all HD-D.C.S. as follows.
speakers. However, sound may not be • Dynamic: This setting is suitable for an
output from certain speakers depending on environment which is reverberant but
the speaker settings. lacks a spacious feeling (where sound
absorption is not sufficient). It
x 2ch Stereo (2CH ST.) emphasizes the reflection of sound and
The receiver outputs the sound from the reproduces the sound of a large, classical
front left/right speakers only. There is no movie theater. Thus, the spacious feeling
sound from the subwoofer. of a dubbing theater is emphasized and a
Standard 2 channel stereo sources unique acoustic field is created.
completely bypass the sound field • Theater: This setting is suitable for a
processing and multi channel surround general living room. It reproduces the
formats are downmixed to 2 channels. reverberation of sound just like in a
movie theater (dubbing theater). It is most
x Analog Direct (A. DIRECT) appropriate for watching content
You can switch the audio of the selected recorded on a Blu-ray Disc when you

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input to 2 channel analog input. This want the atmosphere of a movie theater.
function enables you to enjoy high quality • Studio: This setting is suitable for a
analog sources. living room with the appropriate sound
When using this function, only the volume equipment. It reproduces the
and front speaker level can be adjusted. reverberation of sound provided when a
theatrical sound source is remixed for a
Note
Blu-ray Disc to a volume level suitable
You cannot select “Analog Direct” when you for home use. The level of reflection and
select BD, DVD, GAME and USB as input. reverberation of sound is kept to the
minimum. However, dialogues and
Movie mode surround effects are reproduced vividly.

You can take advantage of surround sound x PLII Movie

simply by selecting one of the receiver’s Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode
pre-programmed sound fields. They bring decoding. This setting is ideal for movies
the exciting and powerful sound of movie encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition,
theaters into your home. this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1
channel for watching videos of overdubbed
x HD-D.C.S. or old movies.
HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is
Sony’s new innovative home theater x Neo:6 Cinema (Neo:6 CIN)
technology using the latest acoustic and Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode
digital signal processing technologies. It is decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel
based on precise response measurement format is decoded into 5 channels.
data of a mastering studio.

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Music mode When headphones are
connected
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s You can only select this sound field if the
pre-programmed sound fields. They bring headphones are connected to the receiver.
the exciting and powerful sound of concert
halls into your home. x HP 2CH
This mode is selected automatically if you
x Hall (HALL) use headphones (except “Analog Direct”).
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical Standard 2 channel stereo sources
concert hall. completely bypass the sound field
processing and multi channel surround
x Jazz Club (JAZZ) formats are downmixed to 2 channels
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. except LFE signals.

x Live Concert (CONCERT) x HP Direct (HP DIRECT)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live This mode is selected automatically if you
house. use headphones when “Analog Direct” is
selected.
x Stadium (STADIUM) Outputs the analog signals without
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air processing by the equalizer, sound field,
stadium. etc.

x Sports (SPORTS) If you connect a subwoofer

Reproduces the feeling of sports This receiver will generate a low frequency
broadcasting. signal for output to the subwoofer when
there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass
x Portable Audio (PORTABLE) sound effect output from a subwoofer to a 2
Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image channel signal. However, the low
from your portable audio device. This frequency signal is not generated for
mode is ideal for MP3 and other “Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6 Music” when
compressed music. all speakers are set to “Large”. In order to
take full advantage of the Dolby Digital
x PLII Music bass redirection circuitry, we recommend
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode setting the subwoofer’s cut off frequency as
decoding. This setting is ideal for normal high as possible.
stereo sources such as CDs. Notes on sound fields
x Neo:6 Music (Neo:6 MUS) • Depending on the speaker pattern
Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode settings, some sound fields may not be
decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel available.
format is decoded into 5 channels. This
setting is ideal for normal stereo sources
such as CDs.

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• The sound fields for music and movie do Tips
not work in the following cases. • You can also set the Night Mode function on
– DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High and off by using NIGHT MODE on the receiver
Resolution Audio or Dolby TrueHD (page 10).
with sampling frequency of more than • While the Night Mode is turned on, the bass,
48 kHz are being received. treble, and effect levels increase, and “D.Range
– “Analog Direct” is selected. Comp.” is automatically set to “On”.
• “PLII Movie”, “PLII Music”, “Neo:6
Cinema” and “Neo:6 Music” do not work
when the speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or
2/0.1.
• When one of the sound fields for music is
Selecting the
selected, no sound is output from the calibration type
subwoofer if all the speakers are set to
“Large” in the Speaker Settings menu. You can select the calibration type you
However, the sound will be output from want after performing the Auto Calibration.
the subwoofer if For details, see “Calibration Type”
– the digital input signal contains LFE (page 56).
signals.
– the front or surround speakers are set to
“Small”.
– “Multi Stereo”, “PLII Movie”, “PLII Adjusting the equalizer

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Music”, “HD-D.C.S.” or “Portable
Audio” is selected. You can use the following parameters to
adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level)
of front speakers.
Bass Treble
Using the Night Mode Level
function (dB)

Frequency
This function allows you to retain a theater-
(Hz)
like environment at low volume levels.
When watching a movie late at night, you
will be able to hear the dialog clearly even 1 Select “Sound Effects” from the
at a low volume level. This function can be home menu, then press .
used with other sound fields.
2 Select “Equalizer”, then press .
1 Select “Sound Effects” from the 3 Select the gain of “Bass” or
home menu, then press . “Treble”, then press .
2 Select “Night Mode”, then press 4 Adjust the gain, then press .
.
3 Select “On” or “Off”, then press
.
Note
This function does not work when “Analog
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Notes
• This function does not work when “Analog
Direct” is being used.
Resetting sound fields
• Frequencies for Bass and Treble are fixed. to the default settings
• Depending on the audio format, the receiver
may play back signals at a lower sampling Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to
frequency than the original sampling frequency
of the input signals.
perform this operation.
?/1 MUSIC

Using the Pure Direct

function
The Pure Direct mode lets you enjoy higher
fidelity sound. When Pure Direct is on, the
display panel lights off to suppress the 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
noise that affects sound quality. You can
use the Pure Direct function with all inputs.
2 While holding down MUSIC, press
?/1.
“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display
1 Select “Sound Effects” from the
panel and all sound fields are reset to
home menu, then press . their default setting.
2 Select “Pure Direct”, then press
.
3 Select “On” or “Off”, then press
.
Note
When Pure Direct function is selected,
“Equalizer”, “Night Mode”, “Auto Volume” and
“D.Range Comp.” do not work.
Tip
You can also use PURE DIRECT button on the
remote control or receiver to turn on or off the
Pure Direct function.

To cancel Pure Direct

The Pure Direct function will be canceled
when you perform the following:
– Press PURE DIRECT again.
– Change the sound field.
– Change the scene setting on the TV
(Scene Select).
– Change the setting of “Equalizer”,
“Night Mode”, “Auto Volume” or
“D.Range Comp.”.

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 “BRAVIA” Sync Features
Preparing for the
“BRAVIA” Sync
What is “BRAVIA” The receiver is compatible with the
Sync? “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”
function.
The “BRAVIA” Sync function allows • If your TV is compatible with the
communication between Sony products “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”
such as TV, Blu-ray Disc player, DVD function, you can set the Control for
player, AV amplifier, etc. that supports the HDMI function of the receiver and
Control for HDMI function. playback equipment automatically by
By connecting Sony equipment that is setting the Control for HDMI function on
compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with your TV (page 47).
an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is • If your TV is not compatible with the
simplified as follows: “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”
• One-Touch Play (page 48) function, set the Control for HDMI
• System Audio Control (page 49) function of the receiver, playback
• System Power-Off (page 49) equipment and TV individually
• Scene Select (page 50) (page 48).
• Home Theatre Control (page 50) If your TV is compatible
• Remote Easy Control (page 50) with the “Control for HDMI-
Control for HDMI is a mutual control Easy Setting” function
function standard used by HDMI CEC
(Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI 1 Connect the receiver, TV and

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

(High-Definition Multimedia Interface). playback equipment via HDMI
connection (page 21).
We recommend that you connect the
receiver to products featuring “BRAVIA” (The respective equipment must be
Sync. compatible with the Control for HDMI
function.)
Notes 2 Turn on the receiver, TV and
• You may use “One Touch Play”, “System playback equipment.
Audio Control”, and “System Power-Off” 3 Turn on the Control for HDMI
function with non-Sony equipment. However,
function of the TV.
compatibility with all non-Sony equipment is
not guaranteed. The Control for HDMI function of the
• “Scene Select” and “Home Theatre Control” receiver and all the connected equipment
features are Sony proprietary functions. They are turned on simultaneously. Wait until
cannot operate with non-Sony equipment. “COMPLETE” appears. The setup is
• Equipment not compatible with “BRAVIA” complete.
Sync cannot activate these features.
For details on setup of the TV, refer to the
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If your TV is not compatible Notes
with the “Control for HDMI- • When you unplug the HDMI cable or change the
Easy Setting” function connection, perform the steps given in “If your
TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting” function” (page 47) or “If your
TV is not compatible with the “Control for
V/v/b,
HDMI-Easy Setting” function” (page 48).
• Before you perform the “Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting” on your TV, be sure to turn on the
TV and other connected equipment including
HOME
the receiver first.
• If the playback equipment cannot function after
1 Press HOME. you have made the settings for “Control for
The home menu is displayed on the TV HDMI-Easy Setting”, check the Control for
HDMI setting of the playback equipment.
screen.
• If the connected equipment does not support the
2 Select “Settings” from the home “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”, but still
menu, then press . supports the Control for HDMI, then you need
The Settings menu list appears on the to set the Control for HDMI function for the
TV screen. connected equipment before you perform the
“Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” from the TV.
3 Select “HDMI Settings”, then press
.
4 Select “Control for HDMI”, then press
.
5 Select “On”, then press . One-Touch Play
The Control for HDMI function is set to
on. When you start playback the equipment
6 Press HOME to exit the OSD menu. connected to the receiver via an HDMI
7 Select the HDMI input of the receiver connection, the receiver and TV operation
and TV to match the HDMI input of are simplified as follows:
the connected equipment, so that the Receiver and TV
image from the connected Turns on (if in standby mode)
equipment is displayed.
8 Set the Control for HDMI function for
the connected equipment to on. Switches to appropriate HDMI input
If the Control for HDMI function for the
connected equipment is already set to If you set “Pass Through” to “Auto” or
on, you do not need to change the “On”* (page 60), then set the receiver to
setting. standby mode, sound and image can be
9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for other output only from the TV.
equipment that you want to use the * For USA, Canada and Australia models only.
Control for HDMI function. Notes
For details on setting the TV and • Be sure that the System Audio Control function
connected equipment, refer to the is set to on using TV menu.
operating instructions of the respective • Depending on the TV, the start of the content
equipment. may not appear.
• Depending on the settings, the receiver may not
turns on when “Pass Through” is set to “Auto”
or “On”.

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Tip • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On”, the
“HDMI Audio Out” settings in the HDMI
You can also select a connected equipment, such Settings menu will set automatically based on
as Blu-ray Disc/DVD player from the TV menu. the System Audio Control settings (page 60).
The receiver and TV will automatically switch to • If the TV is turned on before turning on the
the appropriate HDMI input. receiver, the TV will momentarily loose the
sound output.

System Audio Control

System Power-Off
You can enjoy the TV sound from the
speakers connected to the receiver by a When you turn the TV off, using the power
simple operation. button on the TV’s remote control, the
You can operate System Audio Control receiver and the connected equipment turn
function using the TV menu. For details, off automatically.
refer to the operating instructions of the You can also use the receiver’s remote
TV. control to turn off the TV.
TV Receiver
Sets System • Turns on (if in TV ?/1
Audio Control standby mode)
to on • Switches to
appropriate
HDMI input

Minimizes TV Outputs TV sound

“BRAVIA” Sync Features

volume Press TV ?/1.
The TV, receiver and the connected
You can also use the System Audio Control equipment are turned off.
function as follows.
• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is Notes
turned on, the System Audio Control • Set the TV power supply interlock function to
function will automatically activate to on before using the System Power-Off function.
output TV sound through the speakers For details, refer to the operating instructions of
connected to the receiver. However, if the TV.
• Depending on the condition of the connected
you turn off the receiver, the sound will
equipment, it may not be turned off. For details,
output from the TV speakers. refer to the operating instructions of the
• When you enjoy the TV sound from the connected equipment.
speakers connected to the receiver, you
can adjust the volume or turn off the
sound temporarily by using the TV’s
remote control.
Notes
• If System Audio Control does not function
according to your TV setting, refer to the
operating instructions of the TV.

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Scene Select Remote Easy Control
The optimum picture quality and sound You can use the TV remote control to
field are selected automatically according operate the menu of the receiver.
to the scene selected on your TV.
For details on the operation, refer to the Select the receiver (AV AMP)
operating instructions of the TV. recognized by the TV.
Note Notes
The sound field may not switch depending on the • The receiver is recognized as “Tuner (AV
TV. AMP)” by the TV.
• Your TV must be compatible with the link
Correspondence table menu.
• Depending on the type of TV, some of the
Scene setting on the TV Sound field operations may not be available.
Cinema HD-D.C.S.
Sports Sports
Music Live Concert
Animation A.F.D. Auto
Photo A.F.D. Auto
Game A.F.D. Auto
Graphics A.F.D. Auto

Home Theatre Control

If a “Home Theatre Control”-compatible
TV is connected to the receiver, an icon for
Internet based applications appears on the
connected TV.
You can switch an input of the receiver or
switch sound fields by using your TV’s
remote control. You can also adjust the
level of the center speaker or the
subwoofer, or adjust the settings of “Dual
Mono” (page 59) or “A/V Sync.”
(page 58).
Note
To use the Home Theatre Control function, your
TV must be able to access a broadband service.
For details, refer to the operating instructions of
your TV.

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 Notes
• Based on the input, “------” appears on the
Other Operations display panel, and other modes cannot be
selected.
• When “Analog Direct” is being used, audio
Switching between input is set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select
other modes.
digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE)
When you connect equipment to both
Using other audio input
digital and analog audio input jacks on the jacks
receiver, you can fix the audio input mode
to either of them, or switch from one to the (Audio Input Assign)
other, depending on the type of material
you intend to watch. You can reassign the digital input jacks to
other input if the default settings of the
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the jacks do not correspond to your connected
receiver to select the input. equipment.
You can also use the input buttons on After you have reassigned the input jacks,
the remote control. you can use the input button (or INPUT
SELECTOR on the receiver) to select the
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on equipment you connected.
the receiver to select the audio Example:
input mode. When you connect the DVD player to the
The selected audio input mode appears OPTICAL IN 1 (SAT/CATV) jack.
on the display panel. – Assign the OPTICAL IN 1 (SAT/CATV)
• AUTO: Gives priority to digital jack to “DVD”.
audio signals. If there are more than
one digital connection, HDMI audio 1 Select “Settings” from the home
signals have priority. menu, then press .

Other Operations
If there are no digital audio signals,
analog audio signals are selected. 2 Select “Input Settings”, then press
When TV input is selected, priority .
is given to the Audio Return 3 Select “Audio Input Assign”, then
Channel (ARC) signals. If your TV press .
is not compatible with the ARC
function, the digital optical audio 4 Select the input name you want to
signals are selected. assign.
If the Control for HDMI functions of
both the receiver and the TV are not
5 Select the audio signals you want
to assign to the input which you
activated, the ARC does not work.
selected in step 4 using V/v/B/b.
• OPT: Specifies the digital audio
signals input to the OPTICAL jack. 6 Press .
• COAX: Specifies the digital audio
signals input to the COAXIAL jack.
• ANALOG: Specifies the analog
audio signals input to the AUDIO IN
(L/R) jacks.

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Input name BD DVD GAME SAT/ VIDEO SA-CD/
CATV CD
Assignable OPT1 a a a a* a a
audio input
jacks OPT2 a a a a a a
COAX a a a a a a*
None a* a* a* a a* a

* Default setting
Notes
• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically.
• One reassignment is allowed for each input.

Reverting back to the

factory default settings
You can clear all memorized settings and
revert the receiver back to the factory
default settings by performing the
following procedure. This procedure can
also be used to initialize the receiver before
you use it for the first time.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to
perform this operation.

?/1

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
The “CLEARING” appears on the
display panel for a while, then changes
to “CLEARED !”.
Changes or adjustments made to the
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 3 Select the menu item you want,
then press .
Adjusting Settings
Example: When you select “Speaker
Settings”.
Using the Settings menu
You can adjust various settings for
speakers, surround effects, etc. using the
Settings menu.

V/v/B/b,

RETURN 4 Select the parameter you want,

O then press .
HOME
To return to the previous
screen
1 Press HOME.
Press RETURN O.
The home menu is displayed on the TV
screen. To exit the menu
Press HOME to display the home menu,
then press HOME again.

2 Select “Settings” from the menu,

then press to enter the menu
mode.
The Settings menu list appears on the
TV screen.
Adjusting Settings

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Settings menu list
Settings Easy Setup
(page 55)
Speaker Settings Auto Calibration
(page 55) Calibration Type Full Flat
Engineer
Front Ref.
Off
Speaker Pattern
Manual Setup Level
Distance
Size
Crossover Freq.
Test Tone
Distance Unit feet
meter

Audio Settings Night Mode

(page 58) Equalizer
Sound Field
A/V Sync.
Auto Volume
Dual Mono
D.Range Comp.
HDMI Settings Control for HDMI
(page 59) Pass Through
HDMI Audio Out
Subwoofer Level
Fast View
Input Settings Input Mode
(page 60) Input Edit
Audio Input Assign
Name In
System Settings Language
(page 61) Auto Standby

Note

Menu parameters displayed on the TV screen vary, depending on the current settings or the status of the
selected icon.

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 3 Save the measurement result.
Easy Setup Select “Save&Exit” in step 2.
Note
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic If you reposition your speaker, we recommend
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions that you perform Auto Calibration again to enjoy
(page 28). the surround sound.
Tips
• You can change the unit of distance in “Distance
Unit” in the Speaker Settings menu (page 58).
Speaker Settings menu • The size of a speaker (“Large”/“Small”) is
determined by the low frequency
characteristics. The measurement results may
You can adjust each speaker manually. vary, depending on the position of the optimizer
You can also adjust the speaker levels after microphone and speakers, and the shape of the
the Auto Calibration is completed. room. It is recommended that you apply the
measurement results. However, you can change
Note those settings in the Speaker Settings menu.
The speaker settings are only for the current Save the measurement results first, then try to
seating position. change the settings.

x Auto Calibration To check the Auto Calibration

Lets you perform Auto Calibration from results
your seating position. To check error code or warning message
1 Follow the instructions on the TV obtained in “Auto Calibration” (page 55),
screen, then press . proceed with the following steps.
The measurement starts in five seconds. Select “WRN Check” in step 2 in “Auto
The measurement process will take
Calibration” (page 55) then press .
approximately 30 seconds with a test
tone. If a warning message appears, check the
When the measurement ends, a beep message and use the receiver without
sounds and the screen switches. change.
Or if necessary, perform Auto Calibration
Note again.
If an error code appears on the screen, see
“Message list after Auto Calibration When an error code appears
measurement” (page 56). Check the error and perform Auto
2 Select the item you want, then press
Adjusting Settings

Calibration again.
.
1 Press .
• Retry: Performs the Auto Calibration
again. “Retry?” appears on the TV screen.
• Save&Exit: Save the measurement 2 Select “Yes”, then press .
results and exits the setting process. 3 Repeat steps 1 to 3 in “Auto
• WRN Check: Displays warning Calibration” (page 55).
related to the measurement results. See
“Message list after Auto Calibration
measurement” (page 56).
• Exit: Exits the setting process without
saving the measurement results.

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Message list after Auto Tip
Calibration measurement Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
Display and explanation measurement results may vary. However, there
will be no problems even if you continue to use
Error 30 the receiver with that value.
Headphones are connected to the PHONES
jack on the receiver. Remove the headphones x Calibration Type
and perform the Auto Calibration again.
Lets you select the calibration type after
Error 31 you have performed the Auto Calibration
The SPEAKERS is set to off. Set to other and saved the settings.
speaker settings and perform the Auto • Full Flat: Makes the measurement of
Calibration again. frequency from each speaker flat.
Error 32 • Engineer: Sets to “the Sony listening
Error 33 room standard” frequency characteristics.
Speakers were not detected or not connected • Front Ref.: Adjusts the characteristics of
properly. all the speakers to match the
• None of the front speakers are connected or characteristics of the front speaker.
only one front speaker is connected. • Off: Sets the Auto Calibration equalizer
• Either the surround left or surround right level to off.
speaker is not connected.
The optimizer microphone is not connected. x Speaker Pattern
Make sure that the optimizer microphone is Lets you select the speaker pattern
connected properly and perform the Auto according to the speaker system which you
Calibration again. are using.
If the optimizer microphone is connected
properly but the error code still appears, the
optimizer microphone cable may be x Manual Setup
damaged. Lets you adjust each speaker manually on
the “Manual Setup” screen. You can also
Warning 40 adjust the speaker levels after the Auto
The measurement process has completed with Calibration is completed.
high noise level detection. You may be able to
achieve better results if you try in a quiet To adjust the speaker level
environment again. You can adjust each speaker’s level (front
Warning 41 left/right, center, surround left/right,
Warning 42 subwoofer).
The input from the microphone is too big. 1 Select the speaker which you want to
• The distance between the speaker and the adjust the level, then press .
microphone may be too close. Set them 2 Select the parameter under “Level”,
apart and perform the measurement again. then press .
Warning 43 3 Adjust the level of the selected
The distance and position of a subwoofer speaker, then press .
cannot be detected. This may be caused by
You can adjust the level from –10.0 dB
noise. Try to perform the measurement in a
quiet environment. to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB intervals.

No Warning
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Note • Small: If the sound is distorted, or you
When one of the sound fields for music is feel a lack of surround effects when
selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if using multi channel surround sound,
all the speakers are set to “Large” in the Speaker select “Small” to activate the bass
Settings menu. However, the sound will be output redirection circuitry and output the
from the subwoofer if bass frequencies of each channel from
– the digital input signal contains LFE signals. the subwoofer or other “Large”
– the front or surround speakers are set to speakers.
“Small”.
– “Multi Stereo”, “PLII Movie”, “PLII Music”, Note
“HD-D.C.S.” or “Portable Audio” is selected. This function does not work when “Analog
To adjust the distance from the Direct” is being used.
seating position to each speaker Tips
You can adjust the distance from the • The “Large” and “Small” settings for each
seating position to each speaker (front left/ speaker determine whether the internal sound
right, center, surround left/right, processor will cut the bass signal from that
subwoofer). channel.
1 Select the speaker which you want to When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
adjust the distance from the seating redirection circuitry sends the corresponding
bass frequencies to the subwoofer or other
position, then press . “Large” speakers.
2 Select the parameter under However, since bass sound has a certain amount
“Distance”, then press . of directionality, it is best not to cut it, if
3 Adjust the distance of the selected possible. Therefore, even when using small
speakers, you can set them to “Large” if you
speaker, then press . want to output the bass frequencies from that
You can adjust the distance from speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a
1 m 0 cm to 10 m 0 cm (3 feet 3 inches large speaker, but prefer not to have bass
to 32 feet 9 inches) in 1 cm (1 inch) frequencies output from that speaker, set it to
intervals. “Small”.
If the overall sound level is lower than you
Notes prefer, set all speakers to “Large”. If there is not
• Depending on the speaker pattern setting, some enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost
parameters may not be available. the bass levels.
• This function does not work when “Analog • When the front speakers are set to “Small”, the
Direct” is being used. center and surround speakers are also
automatically set to “Small”.
To adjust the size of each speaker • If you do not use the subwoofer, the front
You can adjust each speaker’s (front left/ speakers are automatically set to “Large”.
Adjusting Settings

right, center, surround left/right) size.

1 Select the speaker which you want to
adjust the size, then press .
2 Select the parameter under “Size”,
then press .
3 Adjust the size of the selected
speaker, then press .
• Large: If you connect large speakers
that will effectively reproduce bass
frequencies, select “Large”. Normally,
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x Crossover Freq. (Speaker
crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency
Audio Settings menu
of speakers that the speaker size has been You can adjust settings for the audio to suit
set to “Small” in the Speaker Settings your preference.
menu. Measured speaker crossover
frequency is set for each speaker after the
Auto Calibration.
x Night Mode
Lets you retain a theater-like environment
1 Select the parameter under the at low volume levels. For details, see
speaker which you want to adjust the “Using the Night Mode function”
crossover frequency, then press . (page 45).
2 Adjust the value, then press .
x Equalizer
x Test Tone Lets you adjust the bass and treble level for
Lets you select the test tone type on the front speakers. For details, see “Adjusting
“Test Tone” screen. the equalizer” (page 45).
Tips
x Sound Field
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press 2 +/–. You can also use MASTER Lets you select a sound effect applied to
VOLUME on the receiver. input signals. For details, see “Enjoying
• The adjusted value is shown on the TV screen Sound Effects” (page 42).
during adjustment. You can set the function for each input
independently.
To output test tone from each
speaker
You can output test tone from the speakers
x A/V Sync. (Synchronizes
in sequence. audio with video output)
Lets you delay the output of audio to
1 Select “Test Tone”, then press .
minimize the time gap between audio
2 Select “Test Tone” again, then press output and visual display.
. • On (Delay time: 60 ms): The audio
3 Adjust the parameter, then press . output is delayed so that the time gap
• Off between the audio output and visual
• Auto: The test tone is output from each display is minimized.
speaker in sequence. • Off (Delay time: 0 ms): The audio output
4 Select the speaker which you want to is not delayed.
adjust the speaker level, then press
Notes
.
• This function is useful when you use a large
5 Adjust the level of the selected LCD or plasma monitor or a projector.
speaker, then press . • This function does not work when “Analog
Direct” is being used.
x Distance Unit • The delay time may vary depending on audio
Lets you select the unit of measurement for format, sound field, speaker pattern and speaker
distance settings.
setting distances.
• feet: The distance is displayed in feet.
• meter: The distance is displayed in
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x Auto Volume x D.Range Comp. (Dynamic
This receiver can adjust the volume Range Compression)
automatically depending on the input Lets you compress the dynamic range of
signal or content from the connected the soundtrack. This may be useful when
equipment. you want to watch movies at low volumes
This function is useful, for example, when late at night. Dynamic range compression
the sound of a commercial is louder than is possible with Dolby Digital sources only.
the TV programs. • On: The dynamic range is compressed as
• On intended by the recording engineer.
• Off • Auto: The dynamic range is compressed
Notes
automatically.
• Off: The dynamic range is not
• Be sure to reduce the volume level before you
compressed.
turn on/off this function.
• As this function is available only when Dolby
Digital, DTS or Linear PCM signals are input,
the sound may suddenly increase when you
switch to other formats.
• This function does not work in the following HDMI Settings menu
cases.
– Linear PCM signals with a sampling You can adjust the required settings for
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being equipment connected to the HDMI jack.
received.
– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS x Control for HDMI
96/24, DTS-HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio signals are being Lets you turn the Control for HDMI
received. function on or off. For details, see
“Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync”
x Dual Mono (Digital broadcast (page 47).
language selection) • On
• Off
Lets you select the language you want
when you listen to the dual audio of a Notes
digital broadcast when available. This • When you set “Control for HDMI” to “On”,
feature only functions for Dolby Digital “HDMI Audio Out” may be changed
sources. automatically.
• Main/Sub: Sound of the main language • When the receiver is in standby mode, the ?/1
will be output through the front left indicator on the front panel lights up in amber if
speaker and sound of the sub language “Control for HDMI” is set to “On”.
Adjusting Settings

will be output through the front right

speaker simultaneously.
• Main: Sound of the main language will
be output.
• Sub: Sound of the sub language will be
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x Pass Through Notes
Lets you output the HDMI signals to the • The sound quality of the playback equipment
TV even when the receiver is in standby depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as
mode. the number of channels, and the sampling
• On*: When the receiver is in the standby frequency, etc. If the TV has stereo speakers,
mode, the receiver continuously outputs the sound output from the receiver is also in
HDMI signals from the receiver’s HDMI stereo as that of the TV, even if you play back
multi channel source.
TV OUT jack.
• When you connect the receiver to a video
• Auto: When the TV is turned on while equipment (projector, etc.), sound may not be
the receiver is in the standby mode, the output from the receiver. In this case, select
receiver outputs HDMI signals from the “AMP”.
receiver’s HDMI TV OUT jack. Sony
recommends this setting if you use a x Subwoofer Level
“BRAVIA” Sync compatible Sony TV. Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to
This setting saves power in the standby 0 dB or +10 dB when PCM signals are
mode when compared with the “On” input via an HDMI connection. You can set
setting. the level for each input to which an HDMI
Note input jack is assigned independently.
This setting can only work when “Control for • Auto: Automatically sets the level to
HDMI” is set to “On”. 0 dB or +10 dB, depending on the audio
• Off: The receiver does not output HDMI stream.
signals when in standby mode. Turn on • +10 dB
the receiver to enjoy the connected • 0 dB
equipment’s source on the TV. This
setting saves power in the standby mode x Fast View
when compared with the “On” setting. Lets you set the operation of Fast View.
* For USA, Canada and Australia models only. • Auto: You can select HDMI input faster
Note than the normal selection.
When “Auto” is selected, it may take a little more • Off: Fast View and PREVIEW (HDMI)
time for the image and sound to be output to the functions are not available.
TV than when “On” is selected.

x HDMI Audio Out

Lets you set the HDMI audio signals output
from the playback equipment connected to
Input Settings menu
the receiver via an HDMI connection. You can adjust the settings for the
• AMP: The HDMI audio signals from the connections of the receiver and other
playback equipment are only output to equipment.
the speakers connected to the receiver.
Multi channel sound can be played back
as it is.
x Input Mode
Lets you fix the audio input mode when
Note
you connect equipment to both digital and
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s analog audio input jacks.
speaker when “HDMI Audio Out” is set to For details, see “Switching between digital
“AMP”.
and analog audio (INPUT MODE)”
• TV+AMP: The sound is output from (page 51).
TV’s speaker and the speakers connected
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x Input Edit x Auto Standby
Lets you set the following items for each Lets you set the receiver switch to standby
input. mode automatically when you do not
• Watch: Displays an input to the Watch operate the receiver or when there is no
menu. signals input to the receiver.
• Listen: Displays an input to the Listen • On: Switches to standby mode after
menu. approximately 30 minutes.
• Watch+Listen: Displays an input to both • Off: Does not switch to standby mode.
the Watch and Listen menus.
Notes

x Audio Input Assign • This function does not work when “FM” or
“AM” input is selected.
Lets you set the audio input jack(s) • If you use the Auto standby mode and the Sleep
assigned to each input. Timer at the same time, the Sleep Timer has
For details, see “Using other audio input priority.
jacks (Audio Input Assign)” (page 51).

x Name In
Lets you enter a name of up to 8 characters
for inputs and display it.
Operating without using
It is more recognizable having the the OSD
equipment named on the display than the
jacks. You can operate this receiver using the
1 Select “Name In”, then press . display panel even if the TV is not
2 Select the input you want to name, connected to the receiver.
then press .
AMP MENU
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
V/v/B/b,
character, then press b.
You can move the input position RETURN
backward and forward by pressing B/b. O
4 Repeat step 3 to input a character
one by one, then press .
The name you entered is registered. Using the menu on the
display panel
1 Press AMP MENU.
Adjusting Settings

System Settings menu The menu is displayed on the display

panel of the receiver.
You can adjust the settings of the receiver. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select the
menu you want, then press .
x Language 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the
Lets you select the language for the parameter you want to adjust, then
messages on the screen. press .
• English
• French 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the
• German setting you want, then press .
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To return to the previous
display
Press B or RETURN O.
To exit the menu
Press AMP MENU.
Note
Some parameters and settings may appear
dimmed on the display panel. This means that
they are either unavailable or fixed and
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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus,
see page 61.

Menu Parameters Settings

[Display] [Display]
Auto Calibration Auto Calibration start
settings [A.CAL START]
[<AUTO CAL>] Auto Calibration typea) FULL FLAT, ENGINEER,
[CAL TYPE] FRONT REF, OFF
Level settings Test toneb) OFF, AUTO xxxc)
[<LEVEL>] [TEST TONE]
Front left speaker level FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB
[FL LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Front right speaker level FR –10.0 dB to FR +10.0 dB
[FR LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Center speaker levelb) CNT –10.0 dB to CNT +10.0 dB
[CNT LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Surround left speaker levelb) SL –10.0 dB to SL +10.0 dB
[SL LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Surround right speaker levelb) SR –10.0 dB to SR +10.0 dB
[SR LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Subwoofer levelb) SW –10.0 dB to SW +10.0 dB
[SW LEVEL] (0.5 dB interval)
Speaker settings Speaker pattern 3/2.1 to 2/0 (8 patterns)
[<SPEAKER>] [SP PATTERN]
Front speakers sizeb) LARGE, SMALL
[FRT SIZE]
Center speaker sizeb) LARGE, SMALL
[CNT SIZE]
Surround speakers sizeb)
Adjusting Settings

LARGE, SMALL
[SUR SIZE]
Front left speaker distance FL 1.00 m to FL 10.00 m
[FL DIST.] (FL 3’3” to FL 32’9”)
(0.01 m (1 inch) interval)
Front right speaker distance FR 1.00 m to FR 10.00 m
[FR DIST.] (FR 3’3” to FR 32’9”)
(0.01 m (1 inch) interval)
Center speaker distanceb) CNT 1.00 m to CNT 10.00 m
[CNT DIST.] (CNT 3’3” to CNT 32’9”)
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Menu Parameters Settings
[Display] [Display]
Surround left speaker distanceb) SL 1.00 m to SL 10.00 m
[SL DIST.] (SL 3’3” to SL 32’9”)
(0.01 m (1 inch) interval)
Surround right speaker distanceb) SR 1.00 m to SR 10.00 m
[SR DIST.] (SR 3’3” to SR 32’9”)
(0.01 m (1 inch) interval)
Subwoofer distanceb) SW 1.00 m to SW 10.00 m
[SW DIST.] (SW 3’3” to SW 32’9”)
(0.01 m (1 inch) interval)
Distance unit FEET, METER
[DIST. UNIT]
Front speakers crossover CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
frequencyd) (10 Hz interval)
[FRT CROSS]
Center speaker crossover CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
frequencyd) (10 Hz interval)
[CNT CROSS]
Surround speakers crossover CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
frequencyd) (10 Hz interval)
[SUR CROSS]
Input settings Input mode AUTO, OPT, COAX, ANALOG
[<INPUT>] [INPUT MODE]
Naming inputs For details, see “Name In”
[NAME IN] (page 61).
Digital audio input assignment For details, see “Using other audio
[A. ASSIGN] input jacks (Audio Input Assign)”
(page 51).
Surround settings Effect levele) DYNAMIC, THEATER, STUDIO
[<SURROUND>] [HD-D.C.S. TYP]
EQ settings Front speakers bass level BASS –10 dB to BASS +10 dB
[<EQ>] [BASS] (1 dB interval)
Front speakers treble level TREBLE –10 dB to TREBLE
[TREBLE] +10 dB (1 dB interval)
Tuner settings FM station receiving mode STEREO, MONO
[<TUNER>] [FM MODE]
Naming preset stations For details, see “Naming preset
[NAME IN] stations (Name Input)” (page 41).

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Menu Parameters Settings
[Display] [Display]
Audio settings Night mode NIGHT ON, NIGHT OFF
[<AUDIO>] [NIGHT MODE]
Synchronizes audio with video SYNC ON, SYNC OFF
output
[A/V SYNC]
Advanced auto volume A. VOL ON, A. VOL OFF
[AUTO VOL]
Digital broadcast language MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB
selection
[DUAL MONO]
Dynamic range compression COMP. ON, COMP. AUTO,
[D. RANGE] COMP. OFF
HDMI settings Control for HDMI CTRL ON, CTRL OFF
[<HDMI>] [CTRL: HDMI]
Pass Through ONf), AUTO, OFF
[PASS THRU]
HDMI audio out AMP, TV+AMP
[AUDIO OUT]
HDMI subwoofer level SW AUTO, SW +10 dB,
[SW LEVEL] SW 0 dB
Fast view AUTO, OFF
[FAST VIEW]
System settings Auto standby mode STBY ON, STBY OFF
[<SYSTEM>] [AUTO STBY]
Version
[VER. x.xxx]g)
a)
You can select this setting only when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the settings.
b)
Depends on the speaker pattern setting, some parameters or settings may not be available.
c) xxx represent a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SW).
d)
You can only select this parameter if your speaker is set to “SMALL”.
e)
You can only select this parameter if you select “HD-D.C.S.” as sound field.
Adjusting Settings

f) For USA, Canada and Australia models only.

g)
x.xxx represent a version number.

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To view the information on
the display panel
The display panel provides various Using the Remote Control
information of the receiver status such as
sound field. Reassigning the input
1 Select the input for which you want to
check the information. button
2 Press AMP, then press DISPLAY
You can change the default settings of the
repeatedly.
input buttons to suit the equipment in your
Each time you press DISPLAY, the system. For example, if you connect a Blu-
display will change cyclically as ray Disc player to the SAT/CATV jack on
follows. the receiver, you can set the SAT/CATV
Index name of the input1) t Input you button on this remote to control the Blu-ray
selected t Sound field currently Disc player.
applied2) t Volume level t Stream Note
information3)
You cannot reassign the TV, TUNER and USB
input buttons.
When listening to FM and AM
radio TV ?/1
Preset station name1) t Frequency t
Sound field currently applied2) t Input
Volume level buttons

When receiving RDS

broadcasts
(Europe and Australia models
only)
Program Service name or preset station
name1) t Frequency, band and preset Numeric
number t Sound field currently buttons
applied2) t Volume level
1) Index name appears only when you have
assigned one to the input or preset station.
1 While holding down the input
Index name does not appear when only blank
button of which you want to
spaces have been entered or it is same as the change the assignment, hold down
input name. TV ?/1.
2) “PURE.DIRECT” appears when Pure Direct
Example: While holding down SAT/
function is activated. CATV, hold down TV ?/1.
3)
Stream information may not be displayed.
Note
2 With the TV ?/1 button held,
release the input button.
Character or marks may not be displayed for Example: With the TV ?/1 button
some languages. held, release SAT/CATV.

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3 Referring to the following table,
press the corresponding button for Resetting the input
the category you want, then
release TV ?/1.
buttons
Example: Press 1, then release TV ?/1.
Now you can use the SAT/CATV
?/1
button to control the Blu-ray Disc TV INPUT
player.

Categories Press
Blu-ray Disc player 1
(command mode BD1)a)
Blu-ray Disc recorder 2
(command mode BD3)a) 2–
DVD player 3
(command mode DVD1)
DVD recorder 4
(command mode DVD3)b)
VCR 5
(command mode VTR3)c)
CD player 6 1 While holding down 2 –, press
and hold ?/1, then press TV INPUT.
a) For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting,
refer to the operating instructions supplied 2 Release all buttons.
with the Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray The input buttons are reset to the
Disc recorder. default settings.
b) Sony DVD recorders are operated with a
DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer
to the operating instructions supplied with
the DVD recorders.
c)
Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 3
setting which corresponds to VHS.
Control
Using the Remote

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 On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with
Additional Information adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup and prolong the life of the
receiver.
Precautions • Do not place the receiver near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct
On safety sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
Should any solid object or liquid fall into shock.
the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it • Do not place anything on top of the
checked by qualified personnel before cabinet that might block the ventilation
operating it any further. holes and cause malfunctions.
• Do not place the receiver near equipment
On power sources such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the
• Before operating the receiver, check that receiver is being used in combination
the operating voltage is identical with with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is
your local power supply. placed too close to that equipment, noise
The operating voltage is indicated on the may result, and picture quality may
nameplate on the back of the receiver. suffer. This is especially likely when
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC using an indoor antenna (aerial).
power source (mains) as long as it is Therefore, we recommend using an
connected to the wall outlet, even if the outdoor antenna (aerial).)
unit itself has been turned off. • Use caution when placing the receiver on
• If you are not going to use the receiver for surfaces that have been specially treated
a long time, be sure to disconnect the (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or
receiver from the wall outlet. To discoloration of the surface may result.
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the On operation
cord. Before connecting other equipment, be sure
• (USA and Canada models only) to turn off and unplug the receiver.
One blade of the plug is wider than the
other for the purpose of safety and will fit On cleaning
into the wall outlet only one way. If you Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with
are unable to insert the plug fully into the a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
outlet, contact your dealer. detergent solution. Do not use any type of
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
changed only at a qualified service shop. such as alcohol or benzine.
On heat buildup If you have any questions or problems
Although the receiver heats up during concerning your receiver, please consult
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you your nearest Sony dealer.
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.

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 No 3D image appears on the TV.
Troubleshooting • Depending on the TV or the video
equipment, 3D images may not be

Additional Information
If you experience any of the following displayed.
difficulties while using the receiver, use No 4K image appears on the TV.
this troubleshooting guide to help you • Depending on the TV or video
remedy the problem. Should any problem equipment, 4K images may not be
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. displayed. Check the video capability
Note that if service personnel changes and setting of your TV and video
some parts during repair, these parts may device. Also, make sure to connect the
be retained. video equipment to 4K available
HDMI IN jack of the receiver.
Power When the receiver is in standby mode,
there is no image output from the TV.
The receiver is turned off • When the receiver enters into standby
automatically. mode, image is from the last HDMI
• “Auto Standby” is set to “On” equipment selection before you turned
(page 61). off the receiver. If you are enjoying
• The Sleep Timer function is working other equipment, play the equipment
(page 15). and perform the One-Touch Play
• “PROTECTOR” is working (page 75). operation, or turn on the receiver to
select the HDMI equipment you want
to enjoy.
• (For USA, Canada and Australia
Image models only)
Make sure “Pass Through” is set to
No image appears on the TV. “On” in the HDMI Settings menu if
• Select the appropriate input using the you connect equipment not compatible
input buttons. with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the
• Set your TV to the appropriate input receiver (page 60).
mode. The OSD menu does not appear on the
• Move your audio equipment away TV screen.
from the TV. • Press HOME to turn the OSD on.
• Make sure that cables are correctly and • Check that the TV is connected
securely connected to equipment. correctly.
• Depending on the playback • Depending on the TV, the OSD menu
equipment, you may need to set up the may take some time to appear on the
equipment. Refer to the operating TV screen.
instructions supplied with each
equipment. Display panel is turned off.
• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI • If PURE DIRECT indicator lights up,
cable when you view images or listen press PURE DIRECT to turn off the
to sound, especially for the 1080p, function (page 46).
Deep Color (Deep Colour), 4K or 3D • Press DIMMER on the receiver to
transmission. adjust the brightness of the display
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 • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe
Sound them with a cloth slightly moistened
with alcohol.
There is no sound, no matter which There is no sound, or only a very low-
equipment is selected, or only a very level sound is heard from specific
low-level sound is heard. speakers.
• Check that all connecting cords are • Connect a pair of headphones to the
inserted to their input/output jacks for PHONES jack to verify that sound is
the respective jacks of the receiver, output from the headphones. If only
speakers and the equipment. one channel is output from the
• Check that both the receiver and all headphones, the equipment may not be
equipment are turned on. connected to the receiver correctly.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME Check that all the cords are fully
control is not set to “VOL MIN”. inserted into the jacks on both the
• Check that the SPEAKERS is not set receiver and the equipment.
to “SPK OFF” (page 10). If both channels are output from the
• Check that headphones are not headphones, the front speaker may not
connected to the receiver. be connected to the receiver correctly.
• Press on the remote control to Check the connection of the front
cancel the muting function. speaker which is not outputting any
• Try pressing the input button on the sound.
remote control or turning the INPUT • Make sure you have connected to both
SELECTOR on the receiver to select the L and R jacks of an analog
the equipment of your choice equipment, analog equipment requires
(page 32). both L and R jack connections. Use an
• When you want to listen to the sound audio cord (not supplied).
from the TV speaker, set the “HDMI • Adjust the speaker level (page 56).
Audio Out” to “TV+AMP” in the • Check that the speaker settings are
HDMI Settings menu (page 60). If you appropriate for the setup using the
cannot play back multi channel audio “Auto Calibration” or “Speaker
source, set to “AMP”. However, the Pattern” in the Speaker Settings menu.
sound will not output through the TV Then check that sound is output from
speaker. each speaker correctly, using “Test
• Sound may be interrupted when the Tone” in the Speaker Settings menu.
sampling frequency, the number of • Check that the subwoofer is connected
channels or audio format of audio correctly and securely.
output signals from the playback • Make sure you have turned on your
equipment is switched. subwoofer.
There is severe hum or noise. • Depending on the selected sound field,
• Check that the speakers and equipment no sound will be available from the
are connected securely. subwoofer.
• Check that the connecting cords are • When all speakers are set to “Large”
away from a transformer or motor, and and “Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6
at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a Music” is selected, there is no sound
TV set or fluorescent light. from the subwoofer.
• Move your audio equipment away
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There is no sound from a specific • The image resolution of the playback
equipment. equipment may need to be at certain
settings before you can enjoy Multi

Additional Information
• Check that the equipment is connected Channel Linear PCM. Refer to the
correctly to the audio input jacks for operating instructions of the playback
that equipment. equipment.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the • Make sure the TV is compatible with
connection is (are) fully inserted into the System Audio Control function.
the jacks on both the receiver and the • If the TV does not have System Audio
equipment. Control function, set the “HDMI
• Check the INPUT MODE (page 51). Audio Out” settings in HDMI Settings
• Check that the equipment is connected menu to
correctly to the HDMI jack for that – “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to
equipment. the sound from the TV speaker and
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio receiver.
CD by connecting HDMI. – “AMP” if you want to listen to the
• Depending on the playback sound from the receiver.
equipment, you may need to set up the • When you connect the receiver to a
HDMI setting of the equipment. Refer video equipment (projector, etc.),
to the operating instructions supplied sound may not be output from the
with each equipment. receiver. In this case, set the “HDMI
• Be sure to use a High Speed HDMI Audio Out” to “AMP” in the HDMI
cable when you view images or listen Settings menu (page 60).
to sound, especially for the 1080p, • If you cannot listen to the sound of the
Deep Color (Deep Colour), 4K or 3D equipment connected to the receiver
transmission. while TV input is selected on the
• Audio signals (format, sampling receiver
frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted – Be sure to change the input of the
from an HDMI jack may be suppressed receiver to HDMI when you want to
by the connected equipment. Check watch a program on the equipment
the setup of the connected equipment if connected via HDMI connection to
the image is poor or the sound does not the receiver.
come out of the equipment connected – Change the TV channel when you
via the HDMI cable. want to watch a TV broadcast.
• When the connected equipment is not – Be sure to select the correct
compatible with copyright protection equipment or input you want when
technology (HDCP), the image and/or you watch a program from the
the sound from the HDMI TV OUT equipment connected to the TV.
jack may be distorted or may not be Refer to the operating instructions of
output. If this is the case, check the the TV on this operation.
specification of the connected • Check that the “Analog Direct” is not
equipment. being used.
• Set the image resolution of the • When using the Control for HDMI
playback equipment to more than function, you cannot control the
720p/1080i to enjoy High Bitrate connected equipment using TV’s
Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby remote control.
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 – Depending on the connected A test tone is not output from the
equipment and TV, you may need to speakers.
set up the equipment and TV. Refer
to the operating instructions • The speaker cords may not be
supplied with each equipment and connected securely. Check to see if
TV. they are connected securely and cannot
– Change the input of the receiver to be disconnected by pulling on them
the HDMI input connected to the slightly.
equipment. • The speaker cords may have short-
• Check that the selected digital audio circuit problem.
input jack is not reassigned to other A test tone is output from a different
inputs (page 51). speaker than the speaker displayed on
The left and right sounds are the TV screen.
unbalanced or reversed. • The speaker pattern set up is incorrect.
• Check that the speakers and equipment Make sure that the speaker
are connected correctly and securely. connections and the speaker pattern
• Adjust the sound level parameters match correctly.
using the Speaker Settings menu. When the receiver is in standby mode,
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel there is no sound output from the TV.
sound is not reproduced. • When the receiver enters into standby
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are mode, sound is from the last HDMI
playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or equipment selection before you turned
DTS format. off the receiver. If you are enjoying
• When connecting the DVD player, other equipment, play the equipment
etc., to the digital input jacks of this and perform the One-Touch Play
receiver, make sure the digital audio operation, or turn on the receiver to
output setting of the connected select the HDMI equipment you want
equipment is available. to enjoy.
• Set “HDMI Audio Out” to “AMP” in • (For USA, Canada and Australia
the HDMI Settings menu (page 60). models only)
• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio Make sure “Pass Through” is set to
(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby “On” in the HDMI Settings menu if
TrueHD), Multi Channel Linear PCM you connect equipment not compatible
only with an HDMI connection. with the “BRAVIA” Sync to the
receiver (page 60).
The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
• Make sure you have selected the sound Tuner
field for movie or music (page 42).
• Sound fields do not function when
DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD The FM reception is poor.
High Resolution Audio or Dolby • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not
TrueHD with sampling frequency of supplied) to connect the receiver to an
more than 48 kHz are being received. outdoor FM antennas (aerial) as shown
below.

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 Outdoor FM antenna (aerial) iPod/iPhone

Additional Information
The sound is distorted.
Receiver • Press 2 – on the remote control
repeatedly.
• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod/
iPhone to “Off” or “Flat”.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in. There is no sound from the iPod/
• Check that the antennas (aerials) are iPhone.
connected securely. Adjust the • Disconnect the iPod/iPhone and
antennas (aerials) and connect an connect the iPod/iPhone again.
external antenna (aerial), if necessary. The iPod/iPhone cannot be charged.
• The signal strength of the stations is
too weak with automatic tuning. Use • Check that the receiver is turned on.
direct tuning. • Make sure the iPod/iPhone is
• Make sure you set the tuning scale connected firmly.
correctly (when tuning in AM stations The iPod/iPhone cannot be operated.
with direct tuning) (page 40). • Check that you have removed the
• No stations have been preset or the protect case of the iPod/iPhone.
preset stations have been cleared • Depending on the contents of the iPod/
(when tuning by scanning preset iPhone, it may take time to start
stations is used). Preset the stations playback.
(page 41). • Disconnect the iPod/iPhone and
• Press AMP, then press DISPLAY connect the iPod/iPhone again.
repeatedly on the remote control so • You are using an unsupported iPod/
that the frequency appears on the iPhone. See “Compatible iPod/iPhone
display panel. models” (page 33) for the supported
RDS does not work.* device types.
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM The ring volume of the iPhone does not
RDS station. change.
• Select a stronger FM station. • Adjust the ring volume using the
• The station you tuned to is not controls on the iPhone.
transmitting the RDS signal or the
signal strength is weak.
The RDS information that you want USB device
does not appear.*
• The service may be temporarily out of Are you using a supported USB
order. Contact the radio station and device?
find out whether they actually provide
• If you connect an unsupported USB
the service in question.
device, the following problems may
* Europe and Australia models only. occur. See “Compatible USB devices”
(page 36) for the supported device
types.
– The USB device is not recognized.

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 – File or folder names are not “Reading” is displayed for an extended
displayed on this receiver. time, or it takes a long time before
– Playback is not possible. playback starts.
– The sound skips.
– There is noise. • The reading process can take a long
– A distorted sound is output. time in the following cases.
– There are many folders or files on
There is noise, skipping, or distorted the USB device.
sound. – The file structure is extremely
• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the complex.
USB device, then turn on the receiver. – The memory capacity is excessive.
• The music data itself contains noise, or – The internal memory is fragmented.
the sound is distorted. Thus, we recommend following these
The USB device is not recognized. guidelines.
– Total folders on USB device: 256 or
• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect
less (including “ROOT” folder)
the USB device. Turn on the receiver
– Total files per folder: 256 or less.
again and reconnect the USB device.
• Connect the supported USB device Audio file cannot be played back.
(page 36). • MP3 files in MP3 PRO format cannot
• The USB device does not work be played back.
properly. Refer to the USB device • The audio file is a multiple track audio
operating instructions on how to deal file.
with this problem. • Some AAC files may not be played
Playback does not start. back correctly.
• WMA files in Windows Media Audio
• Turn off the receiver and reconnect the
Lossless and Professional format
USB device, then turn on the receiver.
cannot be played back.
• Connect the supported USB device
• USB device formatted with file
(page 36).
systems other than FAT16 or FAT32
• Press N to start playback.
are unsupported.*
The USB device cannot be connected • If you use partitioned USB device,
into the (USB) port. only audio files on the first partition
• The USB device is being connected can be played back.
upside down. Connect the USB device • Playback is possible up to 8 levels
in the correct orientation. (including “ROOT” folder).
Erroneous display. • The number of folders has exceeded
256 (including “ROOT” folder).
• The data stored in the USB device may • The number of files in a folder has
have been corrupted. exceeded 256.
• The character codes that can be • Files that are encrypted or protected by
displayed by this receiver are as passwords, etc. cannot be played back.
follows:
– Upper cases (A to Z) * This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but
– Lower cases (a to z) some USB device may not support all of
– Numbers (0 to 9) these FAT.
For details, refer to the operating
– Symbols (’ = < > * + , – . / @ [ \ ] _ `)
instructions of each USB device or contact
Other characters may not be displayed the manufacturer.
correctly.

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“BRAVIA” Sync (Control Remote control
for HDMI)

Additional Information
The remote control does not function.
The Control for HDMI function does not • Point the remote control at the remote
work. control sensor on the receiver
• Check the HDMI connection (page 10).
(page 22). • Remove any obstacles in the path
• Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set between the remote control and the
to “On” in HDMI Settings menu. receiver.
• Make sure the connected equipment is • Replace all the batteries in the remote
compatible with the Control for HDMI control with new ones, if they are
function. weak.
• Check the Control for HDMI settings • Make sure you select the correct input
on the connected equipment. Refer to on the remote control.
the operating instructions of the
connected equipment.
• If you unplug the HDMI cable or Error messages
change the connection, repeat the
procedures of “Preparing for the If there is a malfunction, a message appears
“BRAVIA” Sync” (page 47). on the display panel. You can check the
• When “Control for HDMI” is set to condition of the system by the message. If
“Off”, the “BRAVIA” Sync does not any problem persists, consult your nearest
work properly, even if the equipment Sony dealer.
is connected to the HDMI IN jack.
• The types and the number of PROTECTOR
equipment which can be controlled by Irregular current is output to the
the “BRAVIA” Sync are restricted in speakers, or the receiver is covered and
the HDMI CEC standard as follows. ventilation holes are blocked. The
– Recording equipment (Blu-ray Disc receiver will automatically turn off after
recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to a few seconds. Remove the object
3 equipment covering the upper panel of the receiver,
– Playback equipment (Blu-ray Disc check the speaker connection and turn
player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 on the power again.
equipment USB FAIL
– Tuner-related equipment: up to 4
An over current from the (USB) port
equipment (The receiver uses one of
was detected. The receiver will
them for its OSD operations.)
automatically turn off after a few
– AV receiver (audio system): up to 1
seconds. Check the iPod/iPhone or USB
equipment
device, then unplug it and turn on the
power again.

For other messages, see “Message list after

Auto Calibration measurement” (page 56),
“iPod/iPhone message list” (page 35) and
“USB message list” (page 38).

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Clearing the memory
Specifications
Reference sections
AUDIO POWER
To clear See
SPECIFICATIONS
All memorized settings page 52
Customized sound fields page 46 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(USA model only)
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven,
from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per
channel minimum RMS power, with no
more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion
from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier section
Power Output1)
Minimum RMS Output Power
(6 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)
90 W + 90 W
Stereo Mode Output Power
(6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%)
105 W + 105 W
Surround Mode Output Power2)
(6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.9%)
145 W per channel
1) Measured under the following conditions:
Area Power requirements
USA, Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Europe, 230 V AC, 50 Hz
Australia

2)
Reference power output for front, center and
surround speakers. Depending on the sound
field settings and the source, there may be no
sound output.

Frequency response
Analog
10 Hz – 100 kHz, +0.5/–2 dB (with
sound field and equalizer bypassed)
Input
Analog
Sensitivity: 500 mV/50 kilohms
S/N3): 105 dB (A, 500 mV4))

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 Digital (Coaxial) USB section
Impedance: 75 ohms Supported format*
S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):

Additional Information
Digital (Optical) 32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR
S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) WMA:
Output (Analog) 48 kbps – 192 kbps
SUBWOOFER AAC:
Voltage: 2 V/1 kilohm 48 kbps – 320 kbps
Equalizer WAV:
Gain levels 8 kHz – 48 kHz 16 bit PCM
±10 dB, 1 dB step * Compatibility with all encoding/writing
3)
INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer software, recording devices and recording
bypassed). media cannot be guaranteed.
4) Transfer speed
Weighted network, input level.
Full-speed
FM tuner section Supported USB device
Tuning range Mass Storage Class
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz Maximum current
Antenna (aerial) 500 mA
FM wire antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial) terminals General
75 ohms, unbalanced Power requirements
Area Power requirements
AM tuner section
USA, Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Tuning range
Europe 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Area Tuning scale
Australia 230 V AC, 50 Hz
10 kHz step 9 kHz step
USA, Canada 530 kHz – 531 kHz – Power consumption
1,710 kHz 1,710 kHz 200 W
Europe, – 531 kHz – Power consumption (during standby mode)
Australia 1,602 kHz 0.3 W (When “Control for HDMI”
(page 59) and “Pass Through” (page 60)
Antenna (aerial) are set to “Off”.)
Loop antenna (aerial) Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)
430 mm × 156 mm × 329.4 mm
Video section (17 in × 6 1/4 in × 13 in) including
Inputs/Outputs projecting parts and controls
Video: Mass (Approx.)
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms 7.7 kg (16 lb 16 oz)

iPod/iPhone section
Design and specifications are subject to
DC 5V 1.0 A MAX change without notice.

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Index
Numerics USB device 26
2 channel 42 video equipment 22
5.2 channel 19 Control for HDMI 59, 65
Crossover frequency 58, 64
A
A.F.D./2CH mode 42 D
A/V Sync. 58, 65 DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto
AM 39 Calibration) 28
Audio Input Assign 51 Direct Tuning 40
Audio Settings 58, 65 Display panel 11
Auto Calibration Settings 63 Distance Unit 58, 64
Auto Standby 61, 65 Dual Mono 59, 65
Auto Tuning 39 DVD player 24
Auto Volume 59 DVD recorder 25
Dynamic range compression 59, 65
B
Bass 45, 64 E
Blu-ray Disc player 24 Easy Setup 28
BRAVIA Sync Effect level 64
preparing 47 EQ Settings 45, 64

C F
Cable TV tuner 24, 25 Fast View 60
Calibration Type 56, 63 FM 39
CD player 26 FM Mode 39, 64
Clear
memory 52 H
remote control 67 HD-D.C.S. 43
sound field 46 HDMI Audio Out 60, 65
Connection HDMI Settings 59, 65
antennas 27 Home Theatre Control 50
audio equipment 26
iPod/iPhone 26
speakers 20
TV 21

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I R
Input 31 Remote control 14

Additional Information
INPUT MODE 51 Remote Easy Control 50
Input Settings 60 Resetting 52
iPod/iPhone 33
S
L Satellite tuner 24, 25
Language 61 Scene Select 50
Level Settings 63 Settings menu 53
Sleep Timer 15
M Sound field 42
Manual Setup 56 Speaker Pattern 56, 63
Menu 53, 63 Speaker Settings 55, 63
Message Super Audio CD player 26
Auto Calibration 56 Surround Settings 64
Error 75 System Audio Control 49
iPod/iPhone 35 System Power-Off 49
USB 38 System Settings 61, 65
Movie mode 43
Music mode 44 T
Muting 32 Test Tone 58, 63
Treble 45, 64
N Tuner 39
Name Input 41, 61 Tuner Settings 64
Night mode 10, 58 TV 21

O U
One-Touch Play 48 USB FAIL 75
OSD (On-Screen Display) 30
V
P VCR 25
Pass Through 60, 65 Video game 25
PlayStation 3 24 Viewing information on the display
Preset stations 41 panel 66
PROTECTOR 75
Pure Direct 46

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