Sony STR DA5500ES Operating Instructions

Sony STR DA5500ES - AV Network Receiver Manual

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    Printed in Malaysia 4-145-850-11(1) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DA5500ES ©2009 Sony Corporation
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    during the normal operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. For customers in the United States Owner's Record The model and serial numbers
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    and the speakers. The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
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    service or the shop where you purchased the product. 4GB About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DA5500ES (the receiver). Check your model number under license from Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. Sony Corporation hereby grants the user a non-exclusive, non-
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    Service not available in Alaska and Hawaii. The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver In this manual, ™ owners. "BRAVIA" Sync is a trademark of Sony Corporation. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/ or service marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. VAIO is a trademark of Sony
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    to the network 45 6: Preparing the receiver and the remote ....47 7: Setting the speakers 48 8: Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings automatically (Auto Calibration 50 9: Configuring the network settings of the receiver 57 10: Preparing a computer to use as a server 58 Guide to on
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    remote's memory 179 Additional Information Glossary 180 Precautions 184 Troubleshooting 185 Specifications 192 Index 195 Operating Each Component Using the On-screen Remote (Quick Click) Operating components or lighting connected to the receiver using the on-screen remote (Quick Click 153
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    POWER button Off Slide the cover to the left. The receiver is turned off (initial setting). Press POWER to turn the receiver on. You cannot turn the receiver on using the remote. On/Standby Press ?/1 on the remote to turn the receiver on or set it to the standby mode. When you press POWER on
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    TUNING MODE radio (XM/SIRIUS) (USA/Canadian model TUNING only). E Remote sensor Receives signals from remote commander. F DIMMER Press repeatedly component such as a camcorder or video game. Q MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp Lights up when multichannel audio signals are decoded. continued 9GB
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    Name R INPUT SELECTOR S MASTER VOLUME T HDMI IN 6 Function Turn to select the input source to play back. To select the input source for zone 2 or zone 3, press ZONE SELECT (qa) to select zone 2 or zone 3 first ("ZONE 2 INPUT" or "ZONE 3 INPUT" appears on the display), then turn INPUT SELECTOR to
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    Name A SW Function Lights up when subwoofer is connected and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. While this indicator lights up, the receiver creates a subwoofer signal based on the L.F.E. signal in the disc being played back or the low frequency components of the front
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    channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speaker settings the equalizer is activated. F BI-AMP Lights up when surround back speakers selection is set to "BI-AMP." G SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is
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    being played back contains an L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) channel. The L.F.E. channel signal is actually being reproduced, the bars underneath the Canadian radio operation. model only) RDS RDS information is (European received. model only) PRESET The tuning mode is set to the preset
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    signal decoding format. DISCRETE DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 MATRIX DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to "Analog." V DSD Lights up when the receiver is receiving DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals
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    , or the amplifier/receiver of zone 2 or zone 3 (page 137). C DMPORT Connect to a Sony DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter receiver (page 44). AM ANTENNA jack Connects to the AM loop antenna (aerial) supplied with this receiver (page 44). XM jack Connects to the XM (USA/Canadian Mini-Tuner and model
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    7.1 channel or 5.1 channel sound (page 30). PRE OUT jacks Connect to an external power amplifier. EXT VIDEO IN Connects to the jack component when you want to watch in PIP (Picture in Picture) window. F LAN port Connects to the router when you want to connect the receiver to your network
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    receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. Simple remote commander (RM-AAU061) This remote can only be used to operate the receiver. You can control the main functions of the receiver to operate the receiver. G DMPORT/ NETWORK Press to operate
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    off the receiver and other Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY). Note The function of the AV ?/1 switch AV ?/ 1 (1) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY). C ZONE D AMP E Input buttons F TV INPUT Saving the power in standby mode. When "Control for HDMI" (page 142) and "Installer Mode" (page 146) are set
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    the value after selecting a channel, disc, or track using CATEGORY MODE (USA/ Canadian model only) Press to select SET UP W THEATER X TV Y SHIFT Press AMP (4), then press SLEEP to activate the sleep timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically (page 121). Press to set
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    number 10. - select channel numbers of the VCR or satellite tuner. - After pressing TV (wf), press the numeric buttons to select the TV channels. wj -/-- Press to - select track numbers menu operations. MACRO1, MACRO2 Press AMP (4), then press MACRO 1 or MACRO 2 to set up the macro function (page
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    Getting Started Getting Started 1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one subwoofer). Enjoying a 5.1/7.1 channel system To fully enjoy theater-like multi-channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and
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    Tips • The angle A should be the same. • When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker behind the seating position. • Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want. 22GB
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    Getting Started Connecting speakers Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). H G F E B B FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals a) A B B D C B A A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied) AFront speaker A (L) BFront speaker A (R)
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    b) 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 a subwoofer, then sound may not be output. c) If
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    the monitor You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks to a TV. You can operate this receiver using a GUI (Graphical User Interface). It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your
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    " (page 41). • The sound of the TV is output from the speakers connected to the receiver if you connect the audio output jack of the TV and the TV IN jacks of the receiver. In this configuration, set the sound output jack of the TV to "Fixed" if it can be switched between
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    your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, see "Component to be connected" below for the Audio CD player/ CD player With digital audio output With multi-channel audio output With analog audio output only MD player With digital
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    Connecting components with digital audio input/output jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player, an MD deck and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Super Audio CD player, CD player MD deck DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter A B A Coaxial digital cord (not
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    CD player connected to only the COAXIAL SA-CD/ CD IN jack on this receiver. When you play a Super Audio CD, connect the player to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT or SA-CD/CD IN jacks. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player. • Connect a player which can output DSD
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    channel output jacks, you can connect them to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this receiver to enjoy multi-channel sound. Alternatively, the multi-channel set to "BI-AMP" or "ZONE2" in the Speaker settings menu, the input to the SUR BACK jacks is invalid. • Audio input signals from MULTI CHANNEL
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    Getting Started Connecting components with analog audio jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a component with analog jacks, such as Super Audio CD, CD player, MD deck, tape deck and turntable, etc. MD deck Tape deck A A A A Turntable A Audio cord (not supplied) Super Audio
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    components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, see "Component to be connected" below for connected TV monitor With HDMI jack DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player Satellite tuner, Set-top box DVD recorder, VCR Camcorder, video game, etc. Page 25 33 37
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    up to 8 channels can be received with this receiver using the HDMI IN jack. • Analog video signals input to the VIDEO jack, or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals. Audio signals are not output from HDMI OUT jacks when the image is converted. • This receiver supports DSD transmission
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    player Audio/video signals A To TV OPTICAL IN jacks Blu-ray Disc Player, PS3™, hard disk recorder Audio/video signals Satellite tuner/Set-top box Audio/video signals A A B Audio signals C Audio/ video signals A A Audio/ video signals TV monitor, projector, etc. A HDMI cable (not supplied
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    A Camcorder A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the
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    Audio, Dolby TrueHD). • The image resolution of player may need certain settings be made before you can enjoy DSD and multi-channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the player. • Not every HDMI component supports all functions that are defined by the specified HDMI version. For
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    cord (not supplied) E Component video cord (not supplied) Notes • To output multi-channel digital audio, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player. • Before connecting cords, make
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    to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals Satellite tuner, Set-top box Video signals A B C D A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied) D Component video cord (not
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    Getting Started Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a DVD recorder or VCR, etc. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your
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    cord (mains lead). Function for conversion of video signals This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals. • Composite signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals. As the initial setting, video signals input from the connected component are output to the HDMI
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    the MONITOR VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks when both are connected. To display Closed Caption Set "Resolution" to "DIRECT" in the Video settings menu when receiving a signal that supports Closed Captions. Use the same kind of cords for the input/output signals. To connect a recording
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    components with the IR Blaster. IR Blaster Remote sensors If the infrared receivers on the two components do not line up as shown in the supplied) and install it. Note For details on how to set up a component, refer to the operating instructions of the component. Tip If the IR Blaster cable is too
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    Getting Started After referring to the operating instructions of the components connected to the receiver, make sure to place the IR Blaster just above or below the remote sensor. Remote sensors on Sony Recorders and other products are identified by the symbol. Note Do not remove the backing paper
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    ) * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna (aerial) away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal
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    system environment is required to use the network function of the receiver. A Broadband line connection A Broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to listen to Rhapsody® or SHOUTcast and to use the firmware update function of the receiver. Rhapsody is only available in the US
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    Configuration example The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a computer. We recommend that you use a wired connection. LAN cable (not supplied) Internet Modem Computer LAN cable (not supplied) Router Note A audio or video playback
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    the display for a while, "MEMORY CLEARED." appears. All the settings you have changed or adjusted are reset to the initial settings. Note It takes about 30 seconds for the memory to be cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until "MEMORY CLEARED." appears on the display. A several space
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    correct polarity when installing batteries. 7: Setting the speakers Setting the speaker impedances Set the appropriate speaker impedance for the speakers codes again (page 172). Tip When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones. V/v/b, MENU 1 Press MENU.
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    are not sure of the impedances of the speakers, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your speakers. (This information is often on the back of a normal impedance of 8 ohms or higher, set "Impedance" to "8 Ω." When connecting other types of speakers, set it to "4 Ω." • When you connect
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    optimizer microphone only. Do not connect other microphones. Doing so may damage the receiver and the microphone. • During the measurement, the sound that comes out you use a bi-amplifier connection, set "Sur Back Assign" to "BI-AMP" in the Speaker settings menu before you perform auto calibration.
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    left and right speakers properly. On setting up the active subwoofer • When a no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that channel input is selected. The correction is invalid for other speakers. b) The measurement result is not utilized in the following cases. - The multi-channel
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    signals with a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz and higher are being received. V/v/B/b, 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Auto Calibration," then press be measured appears. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " Settings," then press or b. The Settings menu list appears on the TV screen. 5 Press V/v
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    of the speakers' specifications. In this case, you can continue to use the receiver. Tips • Operations other than turning the receiver on or off unit of distance use in "Distance Unit" in the Speaker settings menu. To cancel the measurement The measurement is cancelled when you change the volume,
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    Engineer Sets the frequency to one that matches that of the Sony listening result is not utilized in the following cases. - The multi-channel input is selected. - "2ch Analog Direct" is being a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz and higher are being received. Tip The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is
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    in step 7 of "Performing auto calibration" (page 51), check the problem of the error and perform auto calibration again. 1 Press B/b to microphone. Retry the measurement after setting apart from each other. • It may be that the volume is too big when you use the receiver as a preamp. The distance
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    information. ---------- No speakers are connected. Tip Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the measurement results for polarity may vary. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value. 56GB
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    the required network settings for the receiver by following the instructions provided by an initial setup wizard. The procedure used to set up the IP address automatically (DHCP) is explained below. In this case, the router that is connected to the receiver or the Internet provider must support DHCP
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    recommended. Network 100Base-TX or higher Sound Direct Sound compatible sound card card Note Sony does not guarantee trouble-free plus application software provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the receiver by following steps below. If an older version of VAIO Watcher • VAIO Content Folder Setting
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    SetupLauncher.exe" on the disc. Guide to on-screen display operation You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen and instructions given in the message on the screen. RETURN/ EXIT O Referring to help files For VAIO Media plus operations, refer to the help files. Click " Settings
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    ON" or "GUI MODE OFF" is displayed in the display window of the receiver, depending on the mode selected. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu network. Rhapsody Selects the Rhapsody radio service (page 98). Rhapsody is only available in the US. SHOUTcast Selects the SHOUTcast radio service
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    Getting Started Using the option menus When you press OPTIONS, the option menus for the selected main menu are displayed. You can select a related function without reselecting the menu. 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the option menu item you
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    sound/images from the component connected to the receiver MASTER VOLUME MUTING V/v/B/b, OPTIONS MENU 1 Press Phono Turntable, etc., connected to the PHONO jack. Multi in Component connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jack. HDMI1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 HDMI components connected to the HDMI1, HDMI2
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    MASTER VOLUME + to raise the volume. To avoid damaging your speakers Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume level. Naming the input (Name Input) You can enter list. • A/V Sync Input name and the delay set on the "A/ V Sync" menu for the input are displayed in a list. 63GB
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    audio input/output jacks" (page 28). You can use the following Sony DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters: • TDM-BT1/BT10 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio receiver a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter that uses a network function such as TDM-NC1 Wireless Network Audio Client. You can use the network function of the receiver
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    following is connected. iPod The iPod model recognized is connected. Walkman The Network Walkman recognized is connected. Bluetooth The to adjust the volume. Operating the TDM-iP50 using the GUI menu of the receiver Make sure that "System GUI" is selected in step 4 in "Changing the operation
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    to following the steps outlined in "Operating the TDMiP50 using the GUI menu of the receiver" (page 65). 2 Press OPTIONS. The option menu appears. 3 Press V/v repeatedly of the Audiobook. • Low Slows the display speed. • Normal Sets the display speed to standard. • High Increases the display speed.
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    mode is supported by the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters like TDM-iP50. This mode is not supported by other will be displayed on the GUI screen of the receiver. You can select a track you want and play the adapter GUI menu, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the adapter you are using. To
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    have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page 44). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below. • FM band 100 kHz (USA/Canadian model) 50 kHz (European model) • AM band 10 kHz* (USA/Canadian model) 9 kHz (European model) * The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 71
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    b 3 b 5 b 0 *Press the numeric button 0 when you are using the European model. Tip If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop station, the frequency is not used in your area. MENU 1 Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. 2 Press MENU. The menu is
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    (European model only) This receiver also When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, the Program Service Name and Program Type are displayed on the TV screen or in a public forum Travel & Touring Programs about travel. Not for announcements that are located by TP/TA. Leisure & Hobby
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    display of this receiver. Changing the AM tuning scale (USA/Canadian model only) You can change the receiver. 2 While holding down TUNING MODE, press POWER on the receiver. 3 Change the current AM tuning scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz). To reset number, then press . The station is stored as the selected preset
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    menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " FM" or " AM," then press or b. 3 Press V/v to select the preset number station you want. Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available. Naming preset stations (Name Input) 1 On " FM" or " AM" screen, press V/v to select the preset
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    model only) To listen to Satellite Radio, you'll need to connect either a SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio tuner (sold separately) to your satellite-ready receiver service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are provided with the satellite tuners. Whichever service channels owners.
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    Home tuner. When you use the SiriusConnect Home tuner with this receiver, be sure to connect the AC power adaptor supplied with cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise. Checking the ID number 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press channel 0, then press . 74GB
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    ID Sirius ID You can also check the XM Radio ID and Sirius ID using the display on the receiver. Selecting a channel of the satellite radio Tuning Checking receiving conditions (Antenna Aiming) 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " XM" or
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    by inputting the channel number directly (Direct Tuning) Enter the channel number directly by using the numeric buttons on the multifunction remote. This operation cannot be performed using the simple remote. SHIFT Numeric buttons AMP V/v/b, OPTIONS MENU 1 Press AMP. The receiver can be operated
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    ," then press . 6 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric buttons to enter the channel number, then press . The selected channel is tune in. Presetting satellite radio channels You can select the channels you want directly by presetting them using the preset numbers. You can preset up to 30 XM Radio
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    for all the preset channels when you purchase the receiver. The selected channel is registered as the preset channel you selected in step 1. 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset another channel. You can store channels from 1 to 30. Restricting access to specific channels (Parental Lock) (SIRIUS only
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    ." appears and the channel is unlocked. Notes • You can set only one lock code on the receiver. You cannot set individual lock codes for each channel. • When you select a channel using Category Mode, locked channels are skipped. • When the receiver is reset to the factory settings, the lock code
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    the broadcast service, or the receiving condition is not good. Locked The selected channel is locked. - Channel Subscription Updated The subscription information has been - updated. Updating Channels xx% Completed (xx are for integers) Channel information is being updated. - Firmware The
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    75). aimed. Refer to instructions supplied with the XM Mini- channel guide at The channel may have been reassigned www.xmradio.com for the current list of channels. to a different channel number. For cases of a new radio or a radio that has not This message may occur initially with a received
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    of the recording formats of the software you are using, the playback component connected, or the sound field settings of the receiver. 2CH/ A.DIRECT Press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly to select the 2-channel sound mode of the sound output you want. 2CH mode 2ch Stereo 2ch Analog Direct Effect The
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    you want. A.F.D. mode A.F.D. Auto Enhanced Surround Multi Stereo Multi-channel audio after decoding (Detecting automatically) - (Multi Stereo) Effect sound effects and how to set one, see "Setting a multi-channel surround sound effect" (page 84). Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers
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    signals Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels. 7-channel signals Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs
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    work when Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz and higher are being received. • The beginning of the sound stream may be dropped out when Neural-THX processing Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective, when 2 channel or 5.1 channel signals are input. • Neural-THX is effective when
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    can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of hall, which simulates a large sound stage produced by reflectivity. Uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the sound characteristics of a concert hall,
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    multichannel input is selected. Outputs the front analog signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks. To turn off the surround effect for MUSIC Press played back only at 48 kHz. • If you set up the sound field effect while the receiver is receiving signals with a sampling frequency of 88.2 kHz and
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    for movies You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting the receiver's preprogrammed HDD.C.S. (HD Digital Cinema Sound) sound field. It brings the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. For details on HD-D.C.S. technology, see "Glossary" (page 180). MOVIE
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    multi-channel input is selected. • HD-D.C.S. does not work when DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of 88.2 kHz and higher are being received. played back only at 48 kHz. • If you set up the sound field effect while the receiver is receiving signals with a sampling frequency of 88.2 kHz and
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    of the playback component and Maximum number the receiver of channels COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI Dolby Digital 5.1ch a a Dolby Digital EX 6.1ch a a Dolby Digital Plus a) 7.1ch × a Dolby TrueHD a) 7.1ch × a DTS 5.1ch a a DTS-ES 6.1ch a a DTS 96/24 5.1ch a a DTS-HD High
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    component and Maximum number the receiver of channels COAXIAL/OPTICAL HDMI 5.1ch × a Multi channel Linear PCM a) 7.1ch × a a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the
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    firmware of the receiver. Rhapsody is only available in the US. About DLNA DLNA (Digital Living Network AV components, and mobile computing devices which exchange content (music, photos, and videos). DLNA decides upon standards and publishes an authorized logo to be displayed on devices which support
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    can play back music, photos, and videos stored on other devices such as a computer on your home network using this receiver (page 96). Delivers content Computer Plays back content STR-DA5500ES Listening to Rhapsody or SHOUTcast over the Internet You can listen to Rhapsody or SHOUTcast using the
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    a computer You can change the settings of the receiver using a computer on your home network (page 103). Computer ES Utility application software STR-DA5500ES Firmware update You can update the firmware of the receiver over the Internet. A) Update the firmware directly over the Internet (page 146
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    B) Update the firmware using a file downloaded from the Internet via a computer (page 103) Computer Internet ES Utility application software STR-DA5500ES Using Network Features 95GB
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    device which delivers content (music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device on a home network. You can play back music, photos, and videos stored on the server using the receiver. Computer V/v/B/b, MENU STR-DA5500ES 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Server," then press . The server list appears on
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    Using Network Features Using the multifunction remote to play back content You can enjoy content on the server by using the following buttons on the multifunction remote. Press AMP to operate the receiver using the remote. Content Type Remote N button x Music z z Photo z z Video z z X z z
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    sonystr for details. Sign in using your account on the receiver. 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " Settings," then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Network," then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Rhapsody Account," then
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    is received. Note You can listen to only the same channel in both the main zone and the 2nd zone. Priority is given to the channel which has most recently been selected, even if other channel is currently being selected in one of zones. Selecting the track using Music Guide The Music Guide displays
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    recently been selected, even if other track is currently being selected in one of zones. Registering your favorite track, album, or channel You can register your favorite track, album, or channel in "My Library" while playing back the track or during reception. You can select the track, album or
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    > artist(s)* > album(s)* > track(s)* My Tracks > track(s)* My Playlists > playlist(s)* > track(s)* My Channels > channel(s)* *The number of lists displayed on the screen depends on the status of the Rhapsody Digital Music Service you are using. The playback screen appears on the TV screen and the
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    appears on the TV screen, and the station you selected is received. Notes • When the number of stations is large, up to 100 stations can be displayed (in order) on this receiver. • The audio supplied in a format that is not supported by this receiver does not appear on the list. • You can listen to
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    Color (65536 colors) Network: 100Base-TX or higher 3 Install the ES Utility application software following the instructions given in the message on the screen. Updating the receiver firmware using the ES Utility You can update the receiver firmware using the ES Utility application software provided
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    . Notes • Do not turn the receiver off or disconnect the network cable during firmware updating. It may cause a malfunction. • It may take 30 minutes for the firmware updating to complete. To check the HELP When you want to check the HELP of the ES Utility application software, click [Start
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    You can enjoy images and sounds from a component connected to the receiver in a zone other than the main zone. For example, you IR repeater (not supplied), you can operate both a component in the main zone and Sony receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 from zone 2 or zone 3. Use the multifunction remote in
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    sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and another amplifier. Main zone Zone 2 B TV B monitor IR REMOTE IN ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT* STR-DA5500ES C A ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT Multifunction remote A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver * You can also connect to the
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    2:Zone 3 connections Main room IR REMOTE IN STR-DA5500ES ZONE 3 AUDIO OUT A IR repeater (not supplied) B Speakers C Sony Amplifier/Receiver Zone 3 B B C A Multifunction remote Using Multi-zone Features 107GB
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    the speakers in zone 2 When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals of the receiver (page 106), make the setting so that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from the speakers connected to the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals. 5 Press RETURN/EXIT O. 6 Press
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    zone 2 or zone 3. When an IR repeater is not connected, use this receiver in the main zone. ZONE ?/1 SHIFT ENT/ MEM Input buttons 1 Press ?/1 while pressing RM SET UP. The AMP and ZONE buttons flash. 2 Press ZONE. The AMP button goes off, the ZONE button keeps flashing and the SHIFT button lights
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    3 operation Press ?/1 after pressing ZONE. Tips • Even when this receiver is standby mode (press ?/1 on the remote to turned off this receiver), the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 remains turned on. To turn off all receivers, press ?/1 and AV ?/1 on the multifunction remote at the same time (SYSTEM
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    output in the zone selected in party mode (page 138). To exit the party mode Select other input in zone 2 or zone 3. See "Operating the receiver from another zone (ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations)" (page 109) for details of the operation of zone2 /zone 3. 111GB
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    work. Refer to the operating instructions of the component. Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync To use the "BRAVIA" Sync, turn the Control for HDMI function on for both the receiver and the connected component. The receiver is compatible with the "Control for HDMI-Easy Setting" function. When your TV is
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    MENU Using Other Features 1 Perform the steps given in "When your TV is compatible with the "Control for HDMI-Easy Setting" function" (page 112). 2 Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. 3 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
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    operating instructions. 11Repeat steps 9 and 10 to set the Control for HDMI function and to display the image of all the playback components you want to use. Playing back components with one-touch operation (One-Touch Play) By a simple operation (one-touch), components connected to the receiver with
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    remote to turn off the TV. AV ?/1 TV Press TV, then press AV ?/1. The TV, receiver and connected components are turned off. Notes • Set the TV power supply interlock function to on before using the System Power Off function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on
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    to the TV connected to the HDMI OUT jack even when the receiver is in standby mode. When you activate this function, make the settings for "Pass Through" following the steps below. V/v/b, HDMI OUTPUT MENU 1 Turn on the receiver and the two monitors. 2 Press HDMI OUTPUT. Each time you press the
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    AUTO When the TV is turned on while the receiver is in the standby mode, the receiver outputs HDMI signals from the receiver's HDMI OUT A jack. Sony recommends this setting if you use a TV that is compatible with "BRAVIA" Sync. This setting saves power in the standby mode compared with the
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    or SIRIUS then set the audio input mode. • When "2ch Analog Direct" is being used, or the multi-channel input is selected, audio input is set to "Analog IN 1/ COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, or COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 jack of this receiver when you want to input the video signals from the DVD player. Assign video
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    2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " Input," then press or b. 3 Press V/v to select the input name you want to assign. 4 Press OPTIONS. The option menu appears. 5 Press V/v to select "Input Assign," then press . 6 Press V/v/B/b to select the audio and/or video signals you want to assign to the input
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    MONITOR OUT jack. In this case, the resolution of the GUI output is set to "480p" for both component video input and HDMI video input. Notes to the coaxial input jacks on the receiver. • When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically. • You cannot reassign
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    sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Use the multifunction remote for this operation. This operation cannot be performed using the simple remote. AMP When sleep timer is being used, "SLEEP" lights up in the display window of the receiver. Tip To check
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    you to retain a theater like environment at low receiver is receiving signals with a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz and higher, the signals will always be played back at either 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. Tip While this function is on, the Bass, Treble increase, and "D. Range Comp" is automatically set
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    the MD OUT jacks. • The audio input signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks are not output. To record digital sound Connect a component tape You can record onto a MiniDisc or audio tape using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your MD deck or tape deck. 1 Press MENU.
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    to record from the sources. • The audio input signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks are not output. • Only analog input signals are output from AV 1 or COMMAND MODE AV 2) of the receiver and the remote. Switch the command mode from the initial setting to the appropriate setting, if other Sony
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    button lights up. 3 Press the numeric button 1 or 2 while the AMP button is flashing. When you press 1, the command mode is set to AV SYSTEM 1. When you press 2, the command mode is set to AV SYSTEM 2. The AMP button lights up. 4 Press ENT/MEM. The AMP button flashes twice, then the command mode
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    a malfunction of the receiver. To set up speakers 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press V/v to select " Settings," then press or b. select "Sur Back Assign," then press . 8 Press V/v to select "BI-AMP," then press . The same signals output from the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals
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    on the TV screen, make sure that the receiver is in "GUI MODE" by following the step in "To turn "GUI MODE" on and off" (page 60). 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " Settings," then press or b to enter the menu mode. The setting menu list appears on the TV screen. RETURN/ EXIT O V/v/B/b, OPTIONS
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    components connected to the HDMI jacks (page 142). Makes the settings for the network (page 144). Controls components connected to the receiver using the on-screen remote (page 145). Sets the screen saver or language of the menu guide display (page 146). Auto Calibration Quick Setup Performs Auto
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    Calibration Type" you want, then press . • Full Flat Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. • Engineer Sets the frequency to match that of the Sony listening room standard. • Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics of all the speakers to match the characteristics of the front
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    "BI-AMP" (page 126). x ZONE2 If you are using the surround back speakers in zone 2, select "ZONE2." When you select "ZONE2," the input to the SUR BACK jacks of the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT is invalid (page 108). Note Set "Sur Back Assign" to "OFF," then connect the surround back speakers to this receiver
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    adjust each speaker manually on the Manual Setup screen. is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to "LARGE." However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if the of each channel from the subwoofer or other "LARGE" speakers. continued 131GB Adjusting
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    settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel test tone from each speaker You can output a test tone from the speakers in sequence. 1 Press B/b to select "Test Tone," then press . The Test Tone
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    you output front 2 channel source sound (instead of the test tone) sequentially from adjacent speakers. Some items may not be displayed, depending on the setting of the speaker pattern. The speaker cords may have the short-circuit problem. When a test tone is output from a different speaker than
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    meters. x feet The distance is displayed in feet. Surround settings You can adjust the sound effect on the Sound Field Setup Effect Type you want, then press B. HD-D.C.S. has three different types: Theater, Dynamic, and Studio. Each type has different reflection and reverberation sound mixture
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    effects to the full extent, just like at the movie theaters? Dynamic type emphasizes on the reflection sound. Without HD channel format is decoded into 7 channels. x Neo:6 Music Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting
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    channel input is selected. - "2ch Analog Direct" is being used. - Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz and higher are being received. • If the equalizer is adjusted while the receiver is receiving , then press . Multi Zone settings You can make settings for the main zone, zone
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    the main receiver is turned on. x CTRL Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or off manually using the channel input is selected. The analog audio signals of the current function are output. • When "Tuner" is selected; the same type of radio station (FM/AM) selected in the main zone is set
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    settings You can make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Digital Legato Linear (D.L.L.) When you set this setting to "AUTO," the receiver feature is available only when the monitor supports the A/V Sync function. x 0 channel input is selected. - "2ch Analog Direct" is being used. 138GB
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    signals on the CD being played back. Night Mode Lets you to retain a theater-like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other are received, set this item to "AUTO." x AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between Dolby Digital, DTS, or PCM. Adjusting Settings 139GB
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    you convert the resolution of analog video input signals. For details on video input/output conversion classified according to the Resolution menu settings, see Figure 1 on page 141. x AUTO x DIRECT Lets you output analog video input signals without conversion. x 480i/576i x 480p/576p x 720p x 1080i
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    settings menu. Video signals with copyright protection are output as 480p. Notes • Video signals are not output from the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT or MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks when the monitor, etc., is connected to HDMI OUT jacks. • If you select a resolution that the connected TV does not support
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    jack must support the H.A.T.S. feature. • When "Audio Out" is set to "TV+AMP," the H.A.T.S. function may not work depending on the component connected or the status of that component. In this case, select "AMP" for "Audio Out." • The H.A.T.S. function of this receiver works when a Sony SCD-XA5400ES
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    from the playback component is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. The multi-channel sound can be played back as it is. Note Audio signals are not output from the the TV speaker when "Audio Out" is set to "AMP." 24p Auto Sound Sync Lets you turn the "24p Auto Sound Sync
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    Test Connection," then press . "Success! The receiver is now connected to network." appears on the TV screen. 10Press to select "Finish." To set the Proxy server manually 1 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Network the Port number box, then press . The soft keyboard appears on the TV screen. 144GB
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    number to listen to the Rhapsody Internet radio service. For details, see "Setting an account" (page 98). Rhapsody is only available in the US. Quick Click settings Controls components connected to the receiver your receiver. x Learn Mode Allows the remote learn codes. x Reset Resets both
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    service. x OFF x RS232C x Network Language Selects the language for the messages on the screen. x English x Español x Français x Deutsch System Update You can check the version of the firmware on the system of the receiver, and you can also update the firmware of the receiver. You can also update
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    . - when all versions are the latest one. - when the receiver cannot retrieve the data, such as when the network has not been set up, or when the server is down, etc. • Do not turn the receiver off or disconnect the network cable during firmware updating. It may cause a malfunction. • It may take 30
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    2 Press MENU. The menu is displayed in the display window of the receiver. Example: When you select "Speaker Settings" 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu, then press or b. 4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the menu item, then press . The parameter appears in brackets. 5 Press V/v repeatedly
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    YES CANCEL CAL TYPE [xxxxxxxxx] ENGINEER, FULL FLAT, FRONT REF, OFF FULL FLAT POSITION [xxxxxxxx] POS.1, POS.2, POS.3 POS.1 NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx] Level Settings TEST TONE [xxxxxxxx] OFF, L to SW (AUTO), L to SW (FIX) OFF PHASE NOISE [xxxxxxx] OFF, L/C, C/R, R/SL, R/SR, SR/SL, OFF SR/SBR, SBR
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    Settings SP PATTERN [xxxxx] 2/0 to 3/4.1 (16 patterns) FRONT SIZE [xxxxx] SMALL, LARGE CENTER SIZE [xxxxx] SMALL, LARGE SURROUND SIZE [xxxxx] SMALL, LARGE SB ASSIGN [xxxxx] OFF, BI-AMP European model ** You cannot select this setting when the speaker is set to "LARGE." Initial setting 3/4.1
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    . PRIORITY [xxxx] PCM, AUTO NIGHT MODE [xxx] ON, OFF AUDIO ASSIGN ? Video Settings RESOLUTION [xxxxxxxx] DIRECT, AUTO, 480/576i, 480/576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p VIDEO ASSIGN ? * USA/Canadian model only Initial setting AFD AUTO PLIIx THEATER 0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB STEREO NO 0000 AUTO 0ms MAIN
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    from a satellite tuner (USA/Canadian model only) Channel name t Channel number t Category t Artist name t Song title t Composer name (SIRIUS only) t Signal strength t Sound field type When receiving RDS broadcasts (European model only) PS (Program Service name)a), Preset name, Band, or Preset
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    Each Component Using the On-screen Remote (Quick Click) Operating components or lighting connected to the receiver using the on-screen remote (Quick Click) You can control components connected to the receiver, a projector, and the light control unit using the on-screen remote on the TV screen. On
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    Using Quick Click You can control components connected to the receiver, a TV, projector, or lighting using the on-screen remote on the TV screen. Note You may not be able to operate some functions for the
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    component (Quick Click) See "Operating the components connected to the receiver" for details on the buttons of the onscreen remote. Category Input zz z z - - - zz - z Display (Info) zz z zzzzzzzz Top Menu (Guide) z - - z - - - zz - z m/N/M/x/X - z - zzzzzzzz z - z
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    to jump to the next/ previous track. Select Ch +/- to select the channel of the TV, satellite tuner, VCR, etc. G A/B/C Select when you operate the program guide of a TV, satellite tuner or hard disk recorder, etc. J Input Select the input source of the components connected to the receiver. K
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    tab Button A1 B 10 key C +10 (.) D Ent Function Select to turn components connected to the receiver on or off. Select to - select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, or MD deck. - select channel numbers of the TV, Satellite tuner or the VCR. Select to - select track
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    receiver. Select Ch +/- to select the channel of the TV, satellite tuner, VCR, etc. Select to exit the menu. Select to display the program guide connected to the receiver on or off. Select to select channel numbers of the TV, Satellite tuner or the VCR. Select to select channel numbers over 10 of
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    Then press to enter the selection. Select to display the menu of components connected to the receiver. Select to exit the menu. Select the input source of the components connected to the receiver. To operate the lighting, select ( ) on Common tab. Button C All Off D Off E Lower F Toggle G Raise
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    input (including a TV) for the component you want to set up, then press . 8 Press V/v repeatedly to select the select the code, then press . If you want to have a test, select "Play" on the TV screen. 10Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to TV (for USA/Canadian model) SONY ADMIRAL ADVENTURA AKAI ANAM APEX
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    SCOTT SEMP TOSHIBA SHARP SOUNDESIGN SUPREMACY SYLVANIA SYNTAX BRILLIAN TATUNG TEKNICA TOSHIBA UNIVERSAL VIEWSONIC VISCO WARDS ZENITH TV (for European model) SONY AKAI B&O BRIONVEGA CROWN DUAL FERGUSON AIWA AUDIO SONIC BLAUPUNKT BUSH DAEWOO FENNER GOLDSTAR GOODMANS HANSOL HOHER INNO-HIT JVC LG
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    TELEFUNKEN W.W.HOUSE AIWA CGM FUNAI GRUNDIG JVC NOKIA OKANO PHILIPS SAMSUNG SELECO SIEMENS TOSHIBA WATSON BD/DVD player (for USA/ Canadian model) SONY AIWA BROKSONIC CLASSIC CYBER HOME DENON FUNAI GPX HITACHI ADVENT APEX CINEVISION COBY DAEWOO EMERSON GO VIDEO HARMAN/KARDON HUMAX 162GB ILO
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    SIGECOM SUSQUEHANNA TIME WARNER TOCOM TOSHIBA VIDEOTRON WIDEOPENWEST ZENITH Satellite tuner (box) (for USA/ Canadian model) SONY CROSSDIGITAL DIRECTV DISH NETWORK ECHOSTAR GE GENERAL INSTRUMENT HITACHI HUGHES HUMAX JVC MAGNAVOX MEMOREX PANASONIC PAYSAT PHILIPS PROSCAN RCA
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    LUTRON(Grafik Eye) LUTRON(RadioRA) LUTRON(Spacer) X10 LUTRON(HomeWorks) LUTRON(Sivoia Shades) LUTRON(Spacer System) Tape deck (for USA/Canadian model) SONY DENON GOLDSTAR JVC LG NAD ONKYO PHILIPS RCA SANYO TEAC YAMAHA AIWA FISHER HARMAN/KARDON KENWOOD MARANTZ NAKAMICHI PANASONIC PIONEER SANSUI
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    which you want to program the sequence of operation(s), then press . 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select the step number you want to set, then press . 7 Press V/v repeatedly to select the component you want, then press b. 8 Press V/v repeatedly to select the key, then press b. 9 Press V/v repeatedly
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    . 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select the step number you want, then press . 7 Press V/v repeatedly to select "-" as a component name, the press . 8 Repeat steps 7 and 8 to clear the stored macro. 9 Press V/v/b repeatedly to select "Finish," then press . Settings stored as a macro are cleared. 166GB
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    then press . 7 Press V/v repeatedly to select the code number you want to store as the new command, then press . 8 Keep pressing the corresponding button on the remote of the component to be programmed while pointing the remote toward the receiver's remote sensor until "Complete" is displayed on the
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    button on the on-screen remote used to learn that function, then press . Resetting the remote code for Quick Click V/v/b, MENU 1 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select " Settings," then press or b. 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Quick Click,"
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    Component Using the On-screen Remote (Quick Click) 6 Press V/v repeatedly to select "Reset," then press . The confirming message appears on the TV screen. 7 Press V/v repeatedly is not cleared. A default code will be output when you have set a preset code or learned code in the macro step. 169GB
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    each component using the multifunction remote You can control Sony or non-Sony components you are using with the multifunction remote supplied with the receiver. The remote is initially set to control Sony components. When you change the settings of the remote according to the components you are
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    CATV *5 Satellite/ deck DVD/VHS Player combo player terminal *5 Terrestrial A/B receiver*6 DAT CD DIGITAL deck player, MEDIA MD deck PORT device AV ?/1 zz z z z z z zz z zz Numeric buttons zz Deck B only *3 DVD only *4 Video CD only *5 USA/Canadian model only *6 European model only 171GB
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    in which a VCR made by a company other than Sony is connected to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the receiver. RM SET UP SHIFT Numeric buttons AV ?/1 TV Input buttons ENT/ MEM 1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing RM SET UP. The RM SET UP button flashes. 2 While the RM SET UP button is flashing, press the input
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    111, 116 116 112, 113, 114 115 116 117 115, 118, 119 120, 121, 122 To control a DAT deck Maker SONY PIONEER Code(s) 203 219 To control a tape deck Maker SONY DENON KENWOOD NAKAMICHI PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TECHNICS YAMAHA Code(s) 201, 202 204, 205 206, 207, 208, 209 210 216 211, 212
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    , 543, 567 503, 509, 510, 544 515, 534, 556 To control an LD player Maker SONY PIONEER Code(s) 601, 602, 603 606 To control a video CD player Maker SONY Code(s) 605 To control a VCR Maker SONY AIWA* AKAI BLAUPUNKT EMERSON FISHER GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) GOLDSTAR/LG GRUNDIG HITACHI ITT/NOKIA JVC
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    RCA/PROSCAN HITACHI/BITA HUGHES JVC/Echostar/Dish Network MITSUBISHI SAMSUNG TOSHIBA Code(s) 845, 846 872 875 869, 870 To control a cable box Maker SONY HAMLIN/REGAL JERROLD/G.I./ MOTOROLA JERROLD OAK PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER RCA setting up Macro Play, replace the batteries with new ones. 175GB
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    twice, then lights up again. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 when you want to program operations for other components. 5 Press RM SET UP to finish the programming process. Tip If the RM SET UP button flashes five times in step 1, and the macro programming process does not start, replace the batteries with
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    are being sent, the AMP button flashes and the RM SET UP button lights up. When the commands have been sent, the RM SET UP and AMP buttons turn off. To . Note When setting up the receiver to learn the remote command modes, replace the batteries with new ones. THEATER SHIFT RM SET UP TV Input
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    selected in step 2 lights up. (The RM SET UP button remains lit.) 4 Point the remote code receiver section of the remote toward the transmitter on the Press THEATER while pressing RM SET UP. 2 Press the input button for which you want to clear the setting. The input button flashes. (The RM SET UP
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    Operating Each Component Using the Multifunction Remote MASTER VOL 1 Press and hold MASTER VOL - first, then press ?/1, then press AV ?/1. The RM SET UP button flashes three times. 2 Release all buttons. All the contents of the remote's memory (e.g., all the programmed data) are cleared. 179GB
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    , the number of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel will be 36, etc., bits when the receiver corresponds to settings necessary for network communication. x Digital Concert Hall "Digital Concert Hall" delivers richer sound for 2ch stereo sources such as CDs, etc. With the use of 5.1ch or 7.1ch
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    D.L.L. feature eliminates these problems, and gives you rich sound for music and movies. x DLNA Abbreviation of Digital Living Network Alliance. An association that more channels of compelling surround sound for high-definition video media. Its superior coding efficiencies enable up to 7.1ch of high
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    The number of playback channels varies depending on the software. x DTS Digital Surround Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters router, etc., which is required when the receiver accesses the Internet or an external network. x H.A.T.S. (High quality digital Audio Transmission
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    Sony's new innovative home theater numbered lines are drawn, leaving spaces between each line, then all the evennumbered lines are drawn to fill the spaces. "i" of "480i" stands for "Interlace." x Internet A communication network linking computers around the world. The Internet supports many services
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    address that identifies the subnet, a smaller group on the network. x x.v.Color "x.v.Color" enables the more faithful reproduction at a qualified service shop. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large
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    using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. receiver has been activated. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem, and turn on the power again. There is no sound from a specific
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    speakers. There is no sound from analog 2 channel sources. • Check to make sure the selected receiver. • Check that the component is connected correctly to the HDMI IN jack for that component. • Depending on the playback component, component may need to be set up. Refer to the operating instructions
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    jack and the input is selected properly on this receiver. • Check whether the input source of the software being played back corresponds to the multi-channel format. • Check whether the setup on the playback component is set to multi-channel sound. • Check to make sure the selected audio (digital
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    receiver, "HDMI A + B" may not work. • Depending on the playback component you connect, "HDMI A + B" may not work. • Make sure that cables are correctly and securely connected to components. • Depending on the playback component, component may need to be set up. Refer to the operating instructions
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    receive satellite channels at all. • The receiving condition is not good. Move the antenna to the place where the condition is good. • Check that you subscribed to the desired satellite radio service Control for HDMI settings on the connected component. Refer to the operating instructions of the
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    TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function. • If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the "Audio Out" settings in HDMI settings menu to - "TV+AMP" if you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker and receiver. - "AMP" if you want to listen to the sound from the
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    the latest information on the receiver. For customers in the United States and Canada: http://www.sony.com/essupport For the customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/quickjump/ STR Clearing the memory Reference sections To clear All memorized settings Multifunction remote commander See
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    SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; rated 120 watts per channel 120 W SURROUND BACK2): 120 W + 120 W 1)Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. 2)Measured under the following
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    Supported playback formats Content delivered from the device on the home network needs to support the following formats for you to play back content on this receiver AAC_ISO defined in DLNA guidelines 1.0 DLNA guidelines 1.0 compliant Number of pixels must be up to 4096 × 4096 (horizontal
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    set to "OFF," and the power for zone 2/ zone 3 is turned off.) Dimensions 430 × 175 × 430 mm (17 × 6 7/8 × 17 inches) (width/height/depth) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 16.8 kg (36 lb 13 oz) Supplied accessories Operating Instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide
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    channel 21 7.1 channel AMP 130 Bi-amplifier connection 126 Blu-ray Disc Player 34, 37, 62 C Calibration Type Select 54, 149 Category Mode 75 CD player 28, 31 Center Mix 130, 150 Changing the display 152 Clear memory 47 remote 179 Connections antennas 44 audio components 27 monitor 25 Network 136 ES
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    Music Guide 99 Muting 63 My Library 100, 101 N Name Input 63, 72, 129 Network settings Check Resetting 47 Resolution 140, 151 Rhapsody Account 98 Music Guide 99 My Library 100, 101 Rhapsody Channels 99 Rhapsody Digital Music Service 98 Search 100 Rhapsody Channels 99 Rhapsody Digital Music Service
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    Impedance 48, 150 Speaker Pattern 130, 150 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 9, 50 Subwoofer Level 143, 152 Super Audio CD player 28, 30, 31 Sur Settings 151 Surround 84, 134 System 146 T Test Tone 132, 149 TONE 9 TONE MODE 9, 47 Treble 9, 136, 151 Tuner 68 Tuning 68, 69, 71 U Up converting 40 V VCR 39 Video
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