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  • Sony HT-DDW830 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    (4) Home Theater System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. HT-DDW830 HT
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    of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer. (Models of area code U, CA only) • AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. On placement • Place the receiver and speakers in a location
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    Hookups 10 Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System 11 Speaker System Hookup 12 Performing Initial Setup Operations 14 Multi Channel Surround Setup 15 Before You Use Your Receiver 20 Location of Parts and Basic Operations 21 Front Panel Parts Descriptions 21 Enjoying Surround Sound 25 Selecting
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    Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the receiver: • FM wire antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Speakers • Front speakers (2) • Rear speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker connecting cord, long
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    Hooking Up the Components Antenna Hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna (supplied) DIGITAL OPTICAL DVD/LD IN TV/SAT IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L L L L CENTER R FRONT SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER
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    INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE L R IN OUT Required cords Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. White (L) White (L) Red (R) Red (R) ç DIGITAL OPTICAL SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER
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    Hooking OPTICAL DVD/LD IN TV/SAT IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L L L L CENTER R FRONT SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER FRONT R L R L R L ç IN OUT INPUT jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the
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    and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To enjoy full effect of multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are
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    enjoy multi channel surround sound, you will need five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel input hookups. DVD player
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    deck to the AUX AUDIO IN jack on the receiver so that you can listen to stereo sources in surround sound. Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a wall outlet: • Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page 12). Connect the AC power cord(s) of
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    to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set up your speakers to enjoy multi channel surround sound. SET UP Jog dial ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME
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    Setting Up the Speaker System ] Speaker System Hookup Required cords Speaker cords (supplied) One for each front, surround, and center speaker (+) (+) (-) (-) Monaural audio cord (supplied) One for an active woofer Black Black } }] Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) DIGITAL OPTICAL
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To prevent this, make sure to take the following precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord does not touch
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    on. 1/u ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET UP NAME CINEMA STUDIO EX A B C ENTER SOUND FIELD A.F.D. MODE 2CH
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Multi Channel Surround Setup For the best possible surround sound all speakers should be the same distance from the listening position (A). (However, this unit lets you to place the center speaker up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer (B) and the surround
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Multi Channel Surround Setup x Front speaker size ( L R ) Initial setting : LARGE • If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". Normally, select "LARGE". • If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack
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    when "Surround speaker size" is set to "NO". z About the surround speaker position (PL. SIDE, PL. MID and PL. BEHD.) This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the "VIRTUAL" sound fields. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Multi Channel Surround Setup z About speaker distances This receiver allows you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker farther away than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker can
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    levels from your listening position using the remote control. z When setting the volume levels for each speaker Let's assume that you have matched the sound levels of all the speakers using the test tone. Although this lays the foundation for high quality surround sound, it may be necessary to make
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    to the PHONES jack. No sound will come from the speakers if the headphones are connected. , Check that the receiver is not in "Demonstration Mode" (see page 14). There's no sound from a specific component. , Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component
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    This chapter provides information about the locations and functions of the buttons and controls on the front panel. It also explains basic operations. Front Panel Parts Descriptions 1 ?/1 switch Press to turn the receiver on and off. 2 DISPLAY button Press repeatedly to change the information on
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    Use the SOUND FIELD buttons to enjoy surround sound. For details, see "Enjoying Surround Sound" starting from page 25. A.F.D. button / indicator Press to set the receiver to automatically detect the type of audio signal being input and perform proper decoding (if necessary). MODE button / indicator
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    and play the program source. • After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD player, turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you selected. 0 MASTER VOLUME control After turning on the component you selected, rotate to adjust the volume. qa MUTING button Press to mute the sound
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    qj qk ql ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET UP NAME CINEMA STUDIO EX A B C ENTER SOUND FIELD A.F.D. MODE 2CH
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    sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. You can also customize the sound modes to obtain the sound you desire by changing the various surround parameters. The receiver contains a variety of different sound modes. The cinema sound modes are designed for use when playing back
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting a Sound Field EQ LEVEL SOUND FIELD buttons SURR ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET
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    C button) Reproduces the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment's BGM recording studio by using the 3D sound imaging of V.M.DIMENS. (page 28) to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a single pair of actual surround speakers. This mode is ideal for watching
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    digital input signal contains L.F.E. signals. • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the play back signal. • When listening to sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. 28
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    and a sub woofer, use the AUTO FORMAT DECODING mode. • When you select "Micro Satellite Speaker", internal sound processor will automatically redirect bass sound to subwoofer. If you want to listen to two channel (stereo) sources under this setting, we recommend that you choose AUTO FORMAT DECODING
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    the center and surround speakers are set to "NO", or the SPEAKERS button is set to OFF and the A.F.D. or NORMAL SURROUND sound fields are selected. 3 DTS Lights up when DTS signals are input. Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is
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    The box around the letters varies to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings). When using music sound modes such as SMALL HALL or JAZZ CLUB, the receiver adds reverberation based on the source sound. The following table shows how the indicators light up when
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    (unless the receiver is unplugged for about one week). You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters. See the table on page 35 for the parameters available in each sound field. To get the most from multi channel surround sound Position your speakers and
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    menu contains parameters that let you adjust the balance and speaker volumes of each speaker. The settings available in this menu are applied to all sound fields. 1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi channel surround sound. 2 Press LEVEL. The button lights up and the first parameter
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    achieve the sound you want. • COMP. MAX provides a dramatic compression of the dynamic range. Note Dynamic range compression does not work with DTS speakers. The equalizer settings are stored individually for each sound field. 1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi channel surround sound
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Adjustable parameters for each sound field EFFECT LEVEL 2CH A.F.D. NORMAL SURROUND CINEMA STUDIO EX. A r CINEMA STUDIO EX. B r CINEMA STUDIO EX. C r SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A r SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. B r SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. C r V. MULTI DIMENSION V. SEMI-M.
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    buttons on the remote (see page 38). Automatic Tuning If you don't know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available see page 39). Up to 30 FM or AM stations can be preset. The receiver will also scan all the stations that you have preset (see page 39). Before
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    +/- TUNER ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET UP NAME CINEMA STUDIO EX A B C ENTER SOUND FIELD A.F.D. MODE 2CH
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    " on page 37. 1 Press TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press D.TUNING on the remote. 4 Press the numeric buttons on the remote to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz 1 b0 b2b5 b0 Example 2: AM 1350 kHz (You don
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    receive The last received station is new station to the number. Note If the AC power cord is disconnected for about one week, all the preset stations will be cleared from the receiver's memory, and you will the button, the receiver tunes in one preset TUNER. The last received stations is turned in
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    SET UP TUNER ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET UP NAME CINEMA STUDIO EX A B C ENTER SOUND FIELD A.F.D. MODE
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    buttons ? / 1 SPEAKERS PHONES DISPLAY DIMMER MULTI CHANNEL DECODING INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX MASTER VOLUME + PRESET - TUNING + - TUNING + LEVEL SURR EQ MEMORY SHIFT FM MODE FM AM SET UP NAME CINEMA STUDIO EX A B C ENTER SOUND FIELD A.F.D. MODE 2CH
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    your LD player's instruction manual if you need help. 1 Select the program source to be recorded. 2 Prepare the component for playing. For example, Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP on the remote while the power is on. Each
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    . 2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select " MULTI CH IN VISUAL". 3 Turn the jog dial to select the video input you want. Set the display to turn off This parameter lets you specify whether or not the display turns off when you press the DIMMER button several times.
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    this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Also, see "Checking the connections" on page 20 to verify that the connections are correct. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard. , Check that the speakers and
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    or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. , Make sure the sound field function is on (press SOUND FIELD MODE). , Select the appropriate center mode (see pages 26 - 29). , Adjust the speaker volume (see page 18). , Select MICRO SP. from the SET UP menu (see page 15). No
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    of area code AU, SP Rated Power Output at Stereo mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 100 W + 100 W Frequency response MULTI CH IN, CD, MD/TAPE, DVD/ LD, TV/SAT, VIDEO, AUX: 10 Hz - 50 kHz +0.5/ -2 dB (with sound field and equalizer bypassed) Inputs (Analog) MULTI CH IN, CD, DVD/LD, MD/ TAPE, TV
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    any AM station, turn off the receiver. Hold down the TUNING + button and press the ?/1 button. All preset stations will be erased when you change the parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 7.4 kg (16 lbs. 6 oz.) General System Tuner section: PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system Preamplifier
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    Specifications Speaker Section SS-MSP1 Front, center and rear speakers Speaker system Full range, magnetically shielded Speaker units 8 cm cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Rated impedance 8 ohms Power handling capacity (Maximum input power) 100 watts Sensitivity level 85 dB (1 W, 1m)
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    former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround reproduces left-to-right panning more naturally and localizes sounds more precisely. To take full advantage of Dolby Pro Logic Surround, you should have one pair of surround speakers and a center speaker. The surround speakers output monaural
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    button *SET UP EFFECT LEVEL depends on sound mode (in or SMALL 15 C (CENTER) SL SR (SURR) S.W. (SUB WOOFER) L R (FRONT) XX.X ft C (CENTER) XX.X ft SL SR SET UP button, you can select NORM. SP. (for normal speakers) or MICRO SP. (for Micro Satellite speakers). (page 15) Additional Information 50
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    Description You can use the remote to operate the components in your system. The tables below show the settings of each button. Remote Button SLEEP AV ?/1 ?/1 VIDEO/ VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD/SACD TUNER PHONO AUX FN SHIFT* 0-9 >10 Operations Receiver TV/VCR/ CD player/ DVD
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    VCR program. Selects input signal: TV input or video input. Auto Format Decoding. Turns off sound field or selects 2CH mode. Selects sound field mode. Selects MULTI CH IN source. Mutes the sound from the receiver. Remote Button TEST TONE MAIN MENU Operations Receiver Receiver MASTER VOL +/- MENU
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    / VIDEO SOUND FIELD MULTI CH/ A.F.D. 2CH/OFF 2 CH DIRECT - MODE + MUTING remote control mode VTR 1*) VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*) VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*) TV DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) DVD VCD player 6 7 8 9 0 >10 ENTER . * Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting
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    display 21 speaker volumes 18 surround parameters 32 Automatic tuning 38 B Basic receiver operations 21-24 Batteries 4 C Changing display 21 effect level 32 Checking the connections 20 Clearing receiver's memory 14 Connecting. See Hookups Customizing sound fields 34 D Demonstration mode 14 Digital
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4-233-232-
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(4)
Home Theater
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space
provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
HT-DDW830
Serial No.
2001 Sony Corporation
HT-DDW830