Sony STRDG1100 Operating Instructions

Sony STRDG1100 - 7.1 Channel Surround Sound A/V Receiver Manual

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    Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. STR-DG1100
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    (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING This equipment has been tested receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual
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    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DG1100. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have
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    video (Video settings menu 56 Settings for HDMI (HDMI menu 56 Settings for the system (System settings menu 57 Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field ....58 Adjusting the sound effect 62 Using the surround back decoding mode ...64 Enjoying the surround effect at low volume
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    Additional Information Glossary 116 Precautions 118 Troubleshooting 119 Specifications 123 Index 126 5GB
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    of reach from children. Status of the POWER button Off 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
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    to the HDMI IN jack. O PHONES jack Connects to headphones. P SPEAKERS Switch to OFF, A, B, (OFF/A/B/A+B) A+B of the front speakers (page 41). Q VIDEO 3 IN/ Connect to a portable PORTABLE AV audio/video component IN jacks such as a camcorder or video game. R MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp
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    Name S INPUT SELECTOR T MASTER VOLUME Function Turn to select the input source to play back. Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time. 8GB
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    Rear panel Getting Started A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN/ OUT jacks COAXIAL IN jacks Connect to a DVD player, Super Audio CD player, etc. The COAXIAL jack provides a better quality sound (page 18, 20, 21, 28, 29). HDMI IN/ OUT* jacks Connect to a DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player, or
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    (page 18, 20, 21, 24). MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks Connect to a Super Audio CD player or DVD player with an analog audio jack for 7.1 channel or 5.1 channel sound (page 20, 23). PRE OUT jack Connects to an active sub woofer. F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section AUDIO IN/ OUT jacks Connect to a VCR
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    You can use the supplied remote RM-AAP018 to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 112). RM-AAP018 Name Function A AV ?/1 (on/ standby) Press to turn on or off the audio/ video components that the remote is assigned
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    from option menus for receiver and DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player. TOOLS Press to display and select items from the option menus for DVD player or Blu-ray Disc Player, etc. M MENU Press to display the menu to operate the audio/video components. SCREEN/ DSPL CONTROL Press SHIFT (wj), then
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    sleep timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically (page 99). wl TV Press to enable the TV operation. e; RM SET UP Press to set up the remote. a)See the table on page 111 for information on the buttons that you can use to control each component. b)The tactile dot is
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    1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (7 speakers and one sub woofer). 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 two surround speakers) and a sub
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    Getting Started 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 sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want. 15GB
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    H A G F FRONT SPEAKERS B B terminals a) E D C B A A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied) ACenter speaker BFront speaker A (L) CFront speaker select the front speaker system you want to use with the SPEAKERS switch (OFF/A/B/ A+B) on the front panel (page 41).
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    the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS L terminals. c) When you connect a sub woofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to a sub woofer, then sound may
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    3: Connecting the monitor You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack 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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    , even if you connect recording components. • Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio is transmitted. • Depending on the status of the connection
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    output With multi-channel audio output With analog audio output only MD player With digital audio output With analog audio output only Tape deck, Analog disc turntable Page 21 23 24 21 24 24 Audio input/output jacks to be connected The sound quality depends on the jack used. Refer to the
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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 C A A Audio cord (not supplied
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    Audio CD player • No sound is output when playing a Super Audio CD on a Super Audio 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
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    them to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this receiver to enjoy multichannel sound. Alternatively, the multichannel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi-channel decoder. DVD player, Super Audio CD player, etc. A B A Audio cord (not supplied) B Monaural audio cord (not supplied
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    following illustration shows how to connect a component with analog jacks, such as tape deck, turntable, etc. Super Audio CD player, CD player MD deck, Tape deck A A A Turntable A Audio cord (not supplied) Notes • If your turntable has a ground (earth) wire, connect it to the (U) SIGNAL GND
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    Connecting the video components How to hook up your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you HDMI jack DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player Satellite tuner, CATV system DVD recorder, VCR Camcorder, video game, etc. Page 18 26 28 29 30 30 Video input
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    receiver using the HDMI 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 an HDMI OUT jack when the image is converted. • This receiver supports xvYCC transmission. • This receiver supports the HDMI CONTROL
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    Sony) to watch a video image of 1080p or higher. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect an HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not be output. Connect other audio cords or digital connecting cords, then set "Input Assign
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    to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. 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
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    all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals Satellite tuner, CATV system 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 supplied) Note
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    jacks such as a DVD recorder or VCR, etc. Audio signals DVD recorder, VCR Video signals A B To the VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jacks (Front panel) Camcorder, video game A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Audio/video cord (not supplied) C Note Before connecting cords, make
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    this receiver via the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack as shown in the illustration. • Video signals can be output as HDMI video and component video signals. • Component video signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals. For details on the video converting function, see "In the video input/output
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    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 input/output signals. To connect a recording component When recording, connect the recording component to the
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    Resolution" Output from menu setting Input signals DIRECT Component video Video AUTO (initial Component video setting) Video 480i/576i Component video Video 480p/576p Component video Video 720p, 1080i Component video Video 1080p Component video Video HDMI OUT jack X X aa) aa) ac
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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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    the AC power cord (mains lead) firmly. Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. 1,2 2,3 2,3 To the
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    mode. If the command modes of the receiver and the remote are different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. If the command modes of both the receiver and the remote are those of the initial setting (AV SYSTEM 2), it is not necessary to reset them. You can switch the command mode
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    is set to AV SYSTEM 2. 3 Press ENTER when the RM SET UP button lights up. The RM SET UP button flashes twice, then the command mode setting process is completed. Tip When you press RM SET UP, use a thin wire, such as a paper clip. 7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface
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    details on adjusting the audio using the Audio settings menu, see "Settings for the audio (Audio settings menu)" (page 55). Video For details on adjusting the video using the Video settings menu, see "Settings for the video (Video settings menu)" (page 56). HDMI You can use the HDMI settings menu to
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    Getting Started System For details on adjusting the system using the System settings menu, see "Settings for the system ( is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "Displaying the GUI menu on the TV screen" (page 37).
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    lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User sure of the impedances of the speakers, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your speakers. (This information is often on the back
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    the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals. The speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals. The speakers connected to both the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B terminals (parallel connection). No audio signals are output from any speaker terminals, or the PRE OUT jack (sub woofer). 41GB
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    "Quick Setup Guide" supplied with the receiver. • Cancel used for the supplied 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 of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound
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    value. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value. 1 2-7 Performing auto -The multi-channel input is selected. -"2ch Analog Direct" is being used. -Input signals of which the sampling frequency is more than 96 kHz are being received. 1 Make sure
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    . Note You cannot measure the speaker height of the surround speakers and the surround back speakers. Set the position of the surround speakers from "Position" in the Speaker settings menu. Tips • Operations other than turning the receiver on or off are deactivated during the measurement. • When
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    connected properly. This is because of the speakers' specifications. In this case, you can continue to use the receiver. Tip The displayed unit of distance for models following cases. - The multi-channel input is selected. - "2ch Analog Direct" is being used. - Input signals of which the sampling
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    Tip The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is determined by the low characteristics. The measurement results may vary, depending on the position of the optimizer microphone and speakers, and the shape of the room. It is recommended that you follow the measurement results. However, you can change those
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    . Warning 41 The sound input from the optimizer microphone is outside the acceptable range. It is louder than the loudest sound that can be measured. Try to perform the measurement when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement. Warning 42 The volume of the receiver is out of
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    Type For details, see the table on page 45. Optional menu parameters for Enhanced Setup settings • EQ Curve Activates/deactivates the EQ curve measurement. • Name Input You can rename the position number; for details, refer to "Naming
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    MULTI CHANNEL INPUT or TV jack, or satellite radio, press SHIFT and then press PHONO, MULTI IN or TV, SIRIUS or XM. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. Selected input Components that can be played back VIDEO 1, 2 VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack. VIDEO 3 Video
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    . To activate the muting function Press MUTING on the remote. To cancel, press MUTING on the remote again or turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise to raise the volume. Even if you turn off the receiver, the muting function works when you turn the receiver on again. To avoid damaging your speakers Before you
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    the disc in the tray. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press SA-CD/CD. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select "SA-CD/CD." An example of the display 4 Play back the disc. 5 Adjust to a suitable volume. 6 After you have finished listening to a Super Audio CD or CD, eject the disc and turn
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    . 3 Press DVD/BD. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select "DVD/BD." An example of the display 4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image of the DVD/Blu-ray Disc is displayed. 5 Play back the disc. 6 Adjust to a suitable volume. 7 After you have finished watching a DVD/Blu
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    Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and video game. 1 Turn on the TV and video game. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press VIDEO 3*. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select "VIDEO 3*." * When you connect a TV game to the VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jack on the front
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    to the operating instructions supplied with the TV and VCR. 6 3 1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Turn on the receiver. 3 Press VIDEO 1*. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to select "VIDEO 1*." * When you connect VCR to the VIDEO 1 jack. An example of the display 4 Switch the input of the TV
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    . - The multi-channel input is selected. - Input signals of which the sampling frequency is more than 96 kHz are being received. - The multi-channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. - "2ch Analog Direct" is being used. - "Neural-THX" is selected as the sound field type. x Dual
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    play multi-channel source. • When you connect the receiver to a video component (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select "AMP." • When you select the input that you have assigned the HDMI input, sound does not output from the TV. • AMP The HDMI audio signals
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    connected to the receiver. The multi-channel sound can be played back as it is. Note Audio signals are not output from the TV's speakers when HDMI Audio is set to "AMP." x HDMI SW Level Lets you set the level of the sub woofer to 0 dB or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an HDMI connection. You
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    sound you want. 2 3-6 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi-channel surround effects (DVD, etc.). 2 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI
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    using this function, only the volume and front speaker balance can be adjusted. Enjoying Surround Sound Types of A.F.D. mode The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi-channel
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    work in the following cases. - The multi-channel input is selected. - Input signals of which the sampling frequency is more than 48 kHz are being received. - The multi-channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. • If you set up the sound field during DTS 96/24 signal reception, the
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    tone, sound field, etc. Headphone (Multi) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when the multi-channel input is selected. Outputs the front analog signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks. * You can select this sound field mode if the headphones are connected to the receiver
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    work in the following cases. - The multi-channel input is selected. - Input signals of which the sampling frequency is more than 48 kHz are being received. - The multi-channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. • If you set up the sound field during DTS 96/24 signal reception, the
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    between the front channels and the surround channels. x Panorama Mode Lets you perform further adjustments for Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx Music mode decoding. You can set this parameter only when A.F.D. mode is set to "PLII Music" or "PLIIx Music". • ON Lets you enjoy surround sound by spreading the
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    screen. Tip You can select the surround back decoding mode using "SB Decoding" on the Surround settings menu. Using the surround back decoding mode (SB Decoding) x SB Decoding (Surround back decoding) • AUTO When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flaga), the appropriate decoding is
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    does not work in the following cases. - The multi-channel input is selected. - The sound field for music or movies is selected. - The multi-channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI IN jack. • There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs have
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    the surround effect at low volume levels (NIGHT MODE) This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level
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    lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). Note When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the sub woofer if
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    when there are no surround speakers. • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE." Normally, select "LARGE." • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi-channel surround sound, select "SMALL" to
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    , we recommend that you play back multi-channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are
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    you want. Making settings with the Test Tone menu 1 2-6 1 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 Press
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    test tone is output from each speaker in sequence. 6 Adjust the parameter using the short-circuit problem. When a test tone is output Audio • OFF • L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SL, R/SR, SR/SL, SR/ SBR, SBR/SBL, SR/SB, SBL/SL, SB/SL, SL/L, L/SR Lets you output front 2 channel source sound (instead of the test
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    to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks. The sub woofer level from DVD players is 10 dB lower than that of Super Audio CD players. x D.Range Comp (Dynamic range compressor) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night
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    to all sound fields and for each speaker. Bass Treble Level (dB) Frequency (Hz) 1 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User
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    Clearing stored equalizer settings 1 Press OPTIONS, then press . "Are you sure to clear EQ Settings?" appears. 2 Press B/b repeatedly to select "Yes," then press . 74GB
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    tuning 1 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM," then press
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    1 4 2-4 1 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "FM" or "AM," then press
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    lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 name. 2 Press OPTIONS, then select "Name Input." For details on naming operations, refer to "Naming
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    is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). For a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels and advertising supported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48
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    a SiriusConnect Home Tuner to your Sirius Ready home audio system. You are then ready to activate and subscribe it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page
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    provided here. XM Radio ID Sirius ID You can also check the XM Radio ID and Sirius ID using the display on the receiver. Selecting a channel by Category Mode You can select a channel from one category or all the categories. 3 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v repeatedly to select "Radio ID" or
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    selected channel is being received. The channel information is displayed on the TV screen. 1 Make sure that the AMP button is lit. If it is not lit, or "GUI MODE" is not displayed in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical
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    in the display window of the receiver, follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "XM" or "SIRIUS," then press or b. 3 Select a channel you want to preset using Category Tuning (page 80) or Direct
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    , follow the steps given in "7: Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page 37). 2 Press V/v repeatedly to select "SIRIUS," then press or b. 3 Select a channel you want to lock using Category Tuning "The channel has been locked." appears and the Parental Lock is set
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    changed." appears. 5 Enter your 4-digit lock code using the number buttons. "The channel has been unlocked." appears and the channel is unlocked. Notes • When you select a channel using Category Tuning, locked channels are skipped. • When the receiver is reset to the factory settings, the lock code
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    to a wall socket. Invalid Channel You have entered an invalid channel number. The channel to be tuned-in is void due to the change by the broadcast service, or the receiving condition is not good. Locked The selected channel is locked. - Channel Subscription Updated The subscription
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    ----- Explanation The SiriusConnect Home tuner firmware is being updated. There is no text information in the channel. Remedies - This is not an error. The text information may not be displayed depending on the system condition, for example, right after the system has received a channel. 86GB
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    Other Operations Converting analog video input signals This receiver allows you to convert the resolution of analog video input signals. SHIFT RESOLUTION Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By connecting
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    an operation screen using the GUI menu, depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter you want to use. For some Control." You can select the following modes in this menu; • System GUI This mode is for the TDM-iP1 and TDM-NC1. The list of tracks will be displayed on the GUI screen of the receiver
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    To operate the TDM-iP1 or TDMNC1 using the GUI menu of the receiver 1 Make sure that "System GUI" is selected in step 6 in "Selecting the adapter using the adapter GUI menu, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the adapter you are using. To operate the TDM-iP1 using the iPod menu
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    components connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter using the play mode buttons on the remote of the receiver. To Do the following Play Press H. Pause . No Device There is no device connected to the adapter. No Audio No audio file was found. Loading The data is being read. No Server*
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    connected components. 4 Press V/v/B/b to select a character, then press . 5 Press [Finish] to enter the name. The name you entered is registered. To cancel naming input Press [Cancel]. 3-4 2 1 Choose the item you want to name. You can name the following items. • Auto calibration position (page 42
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    , and you cannot select other modes. Select an input mode other than the HDMI input, satellite tuner and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter 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." You cannot select other
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    DVD player to the COMPONENT VIDEO DVD/ BD IN jack of this receiver when you want to input the video signals from the DVD player. Assign video and/or audio signals to the DVD/ BD input jack using "Input Assign" in the Input menu. Operating the receiver using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)" (page
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    receiver. • When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically. • You cannot reassign more than one HDMI input to the same input. • You cannot reassign more than one digital audio input to the same input. • You cannot reassign more than one component video input
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    DISPLAY MENU Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change as follows. Input name you selected t Original input name t Sound field type t Volume... Tip You cannot switch the display while "GUI MODE" is shown on the display. Press SHIFT, then press MENU to cancel the
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    R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro
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    input indicators also lights up according to the current input. Lights up when INPUT MODE is set to "Auto". Lights up when the receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI contains an L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) channel and the L.F.E. channel signal is actually being reproduced, the bars
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    DTS-ES Matrix decoding is activated. X SB DEC Lights up when surround back sound decoding is activated. Y DISCRETE Lights up when DTS-ES Discrete decoding is activated. Z Tuner indicators Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. Name Function wj PRESET Lights up
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    the sleep timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Recording using the receiver You can record from a video/audio component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component. SLEEP 1 Other Operations Press SLEEP
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    sources. • The audio input signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks are not output. • Only analog input signals are output from the analog output jack (for recording). • Only digital input signals are output from the digital output jack (for recording). • HDMI sound cannot be recorded. Using a bi
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    speaker level, balance, and equalizer settings of the surround back speakers become invalid, and those of the front speakers are used. Operating without connecting to the TV You can operate this receiver using the display even if you do not use a GUI when a TV monitor is not connected. Press SHIFT
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    POS.2, POS.3 POS.1 NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx] TEST TONE [xxxxxxxx] OFF, L to SW (AUTO), , SR/ OFF SBR, SBR/SBL, SBL/SL, SL/L, L/SR PHASE AUDIO [xxxxxxx] OFF, L/C, C/R, R/SL, R/SR, SR/SL, SR/ (0.5 dB step) 0 dB SURROUND L [xxx.x dB] -20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB step) 0 dB SURROUND R [xxx.x dB] -20
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    PATTERN [xxxxx] 2/0 to 3/4.1 3/4.1 SUB WOOFER [xxx] NO, YES YES FRONT SP [xxxxx] SMALL, LARGE LARGE CENTER SP [xxxxx] NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE SURROUND SP [xxxxx] NO, SMALL, LARGE LARGE SUR BACK SP [xxxxxx] NO, SINGLE, DUAL DUAL BI-AMP [xxx] OFF, ON OFF FRONT L [xxxxxxxxx] 3' 3" to
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    Menu Item Parameter Sur Settings EQ Settings Tuner Settings SOUND FIELD SELECT ? SB DECODING [xxxx] OFF, AUTO, ON SB DEC MODE [xxxxxxx] DDEX, PLIIx MV, PLIIx MS EFFECT LEVEL [xxx%] 20% to 120% (5% step) CENTER
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    IN SAT/CATV c [xxxxxxxx] VIDEO1 DVD/BD SAT/CATV HDMI Settings HDMI CONTROL [xxx] OFF, ON OFF HDMI AUDIO [xxxxxx] AMP, TV+AMP AMP HDMI SW [xxx dB] 0dB, +10dB, AUTO AUTO HDMI VIDEO ASSIGN ? HDMI 1 c [xxxxxxxx] HDMI 2 c [xxxxxxxx] HDMI 3 c [xxxxxxxx] HDMI1 to 3, VIDEO1 to 3, DVD/BD, SAT
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    . To cancel auto calibration, change the volume, activate the MUTING function, switch functions, change the setting of the SPEAKERS switch of the receiver, or connect headphones. Note You cannot measure the speaker height of the surround speakers and the surround back speakers. Set this value from
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    Sony save auto calibration when GUI function is turned off." specifications. In this case, you can continue to use the receiver problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value. Selecting a sound field type For details on each sound field type, see "Enjoying a pre-programmed sound
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    service, refer to "Listening to satellite radio" (page 78) in "Tuner Operations." Checking the Satellite Tuner ID 1 Press SHIFT, then press XM to select "XM RADIO," or press SIRIUS to select "SIRIUS." You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING - to select channel
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    XM to select "XM RADIO," or press SIRIUS to select "SIRIUS." You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press CATEGORY MODE repeatedly to select "ONE CATEGORY." • All Categories: You can select a channel from all the categories. The initial setting is "All Categories." • One Category: You
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    each component using the remote When you program the remote to control the following Sony or non-Sony components, you can use the buttons on the remote that are marked with circles. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate your component. If you want to change the contents of the input list
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    Table of buttons used to control each component Component TV VCR DVD Blu-ray PSX Video Digital Digital DSS, Tape deck DAT CD Tuner Receiver DIGITAL player, Disc CD CATV satellite/ BST A/B deck player, MEDIA DVD/ Player player, terminal terrestrial MD PORT VHS LD (UC) receiver deck device
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    You can even program the remote to control nonSony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. The procedure below uses as an example a case in which a VCR made by a company other than Sony is connected to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the receiver. Before you begin
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    the input buttons on this remote may not be available when used with your particular component. To control a CD player Maker SONY DENON JVC 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
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    , 532, 533, 534, 544 508, 545, 546, 547 535 523, 536, 537, 538 530, 537, 539 535, 540, 541 542, 543 To control a satellite tuner or cable box Maker SONY JERROLD/G.I. PANASONIC RCA S. ATLANTA Code(s) 801, 802, 803, 804 806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 814 818 805, 819 815
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    To control a PSX Maker SONY Code(s) 313, 314, 315 Clearing all the contents of the remote's memory AV ?/1 ?/1 Using the 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 MASTER VOL -. All the contents
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    format can be enhanced with 5.1 channels surround sound. The GAME mode is suitable for video games. x Dolby Pro Logic IIx Technology for 7.1 channels (or 6.1 channels) playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channels Dolby Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in
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    (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that
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    AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a qualified service shop. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To
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    If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low
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    " is not being used. • Check to make sure the selected audio (digital) input jack is not assigned to other inputs in "Input Assign" in the Input menu (page 93). The source sound input from the HDMI jack is not output from an amplifier or the TV speaker connected to the receiver. • Check that the
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    to multi-channel sound. • Check to make sure the selected audio (digital) input jack is not assigned to other inputs in "Input Assign" in the Input menu (page 93). There is no sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. • Adjust the volume of this receiver. • The DIGITAL
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    the display. The system cannot 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 (see page 78). Remote control The remote does not function. • Point
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    clearing the memory To clear All memorized settings See page 35 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic
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    down TUNING MODE, press POWER on the receiver. All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75
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    accessories Operating Instructions (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) HDMI CONTROL Guide (1) GUI Menu List (1) Optimizer microphone ECM-AC2 (1) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) Remote commander RM-AAP018 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Design and specifications are subject
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    Control 63, 104 Changing the display 95 Cinema Studio EX (mode) 61 Clear EQ 74, 104 memory 35 remote 115 Command mode 36 Connections antennas 34 audio components 20 monitor 18 126GB speakers 16 video (Bass/Treble) 73 GUI (Graphical User Interface) 18, 37 H HDMI (Settings) 56, 105 HDMI Audio 56, 105
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    button 7 HDMI Control 56, 105 HDMI jacks 9, 26 HDMI SW Level 57, 105 Headphone (Settings) 61 I Input 49 Input Assign 93 INPUT MODE 92 INPUT SELECTOR 51, 52, 53, 54 iPod 88, 89 L L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects) 97 LARGE 68 Level 67, 73 List Mode 90 Lock Code 84, 104 M Manual Setup 67 MASTER VOLUME 51
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    Tuner 75 Tuner (Settings) 104 Tuning 75, 76 U Up converting 31 V VCR 30, 54 Video (Settings) 56, 105 VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN jacks 30, 53 Video game 53 Virtual Speakers 63, 104 X XM Radio 78, 79 128GB
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    Additional Information 129GB
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Sony Corporation
Printed in Malaysia
©2007 Sony Corporation
3-209-654-
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(3)
Multi Channel
AV Receiver
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
STR-DG1100