Sony HT-DDW795 Operating Instructions
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-51(1) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. HT-DDW795 - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
About This Manual The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. The HT-DDW795 consists of: • Receiver STR-K790 • Speaker system - Front speakers SS- - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Getting Started Description and location of parts 5 1: Installing speakers 11 2: Connecting speakers 13 3: Connecting the audio/video components 14 4: Connecting the antennas 19 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....20 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 6). Receives signals from remote commander. Press to select information displayed on the display (page 49). Press to activate the Auto Calibration function (page 22). 9 Name H MASTER VOLUME I INPUT SELECTOR J 2CH - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
12 input is selected. However, "UNLOCK" appears on the display if no digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack. Lights up when the receiver receiver downmixes the source sound. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
FM wire antenna supplied with this receiver (page 19). Connects to the AM loop antenna supplied with this receiver (page 19). C AUDIO INPUT section AUDIO IN White (L) jacks Red (R) Connects to a CD player, etc. (page 15). D SPEAKERS section Connects to the speakers and sub woofer (page 13). 7US - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
commander You can use the supplied remote RM-AAU013 to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 50). ws wa w; ql qk qj qh qg qf qd TV INPUT AUTO TV ?/1 SLEEP CAL AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SAT - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
a sound field. Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform level. Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time. Press to skip a blu-ray disc player. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.) Press to stop playback of the - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
-screen guide of the number 5a)) U TV INPUT model. • The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component, the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described. • The VIDEO 3 button on the remote is not available for receiver - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Getting Started 1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one sub woofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
the front and center speakers. Tip Use the supplied speakers to optimize the system's performance. A To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers. Character on speaker label L R SL SR Speaker type Front left Front - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
3: Connecting the audio/video components How to connect your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to "Component to be connected" below for the pages which describe how to connect the audio/video components. After connect all your - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
illustration shows how to connect audio components such as Super Audio CD player, etc. Super Audio CD player/CD player A DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL DVD IN ANTENNA AM L R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD TV SAT RL SUB R L WOOFER SURROUND SPEAKERS To the VIDEO 1 IN/PORTABLE AUDIO - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
receiver, sound may be distorted or interrupted. This is not a malfunction and will depend on the connected component. • If the sound from the component . However, before you select other component, be sure to reduce the volume level to avoid damaging your speaker. Tip You are recommended to use - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
illustration shows how to connect video components such as DVD player, etc. Blu-ray disc player TV A C DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL DVD IN ANTENNA AM L R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD TV SAT RL SUB R L WOOFER SURROUND SPEAKERS B C DVD player Satellite tuner/ set-top - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
TV. Refer to the operating instructions of each component connected for details. Tips • All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. • To output the sound of the TV from the speakers connected to the receiver, be sure to: - connect the - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
ANTENNA AM L R AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD TV SAT RL SUB R L WOOFER SURROUND SPEAKERS Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
for this operation. 1,2 RL RL CENTER FRONT SPEAKERS To the wall outlet ?/1 VIDEO 1 IN/ PORTABLE AUDIO IN/ AUTO CAL MIC DIMMER SLEEP 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC PHONES DISPLAY AUTO CAL INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. After - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
you replace the batteries, the remote buttons may be reset to their speaker and the receiver. • Adjusting the speaker level. • Measuring the distance of each speaker from your listening position. You can also adjust the speaker levels and balance manually. For details, see "7: Adjusting the speaker - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
remains at the same height as your ears. Performing Auto Calibration 1 TV INPUT AUTO TV ?/1 SLEEP CAL AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER A.CAL [1] While the time is counting down, stand away from the measurement area to avoid measurement error. 22US - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
below. 5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 22). Error codes and remedies Error code ERROR 10 ERROR 11 ERROR 12 ERROR 20 ERROR 21 Cause and remedy The environment is too noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. The speakers are placed too near - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
" below. 5 Turn on the receiver and perform Auto Calibration again (page 22). Warning codes and solutions Warning code Explanation and solution WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. WARN. 50 The center speaker is not connected. Be sure - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
TONE) You can adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER Input buttons 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
1 Press the input button to select a component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display. Selected input [Display] VIDEO . • Turn off the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn down the volume - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Playback Listening/Watching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD TV INPUT AUTO TV ?/1 SLEEP CAL AV ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 CAL INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME 5 3 Notes • The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating instructions - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
the input of the TV so that an image of the DVD is displayed. If no image is displayed on the TV screen, make sure that the video output of the DVD player is connected to the TV. 5 Set up the DVD player. Refer to "Quick Setup Guide" supplied with the receiver. 6 Playback - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Amplifier Operations Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. 2-6 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AMP MENU 123 1 FM MODE 456 7 >10/ - CLEAR D.TUNING 89 D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU 0/10 ENTER DISPLAY TOOLS - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Sub woofer level [SW LVL] Dynamic range compressora) [D. RANGE] Front speaker bass level [BASS LVL] Front speaker treble level [TRE LVL] Sound field selectiona) [S.F. SELCT] Effect levela)b) [EFFECT] FM station receiving modea) [FM MODE] Naming preset stationsa) [NAME IN] Settings Initial setting - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Digital broadcast language selectiona) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S SYSTEM [6-SYSTEM] (page 35) A. CAL [7-A. CAL] (page 37) Synchronizes audio with video outputa) [A.V. SYNC.] Naming inputsa) [NAME IN] Front speakers distancea) [FRT DIST.] A.V.SYNC. Y, A.V.SYNC. N DIST. 3 ft. to - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select "1-LEVEL" LEVEL menu parameters x T. TONE (Test tone) Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
30). TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level) Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu Enjoying Surround Sound" (page 38). Note The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
). TUNER menu parameters x FM MODE (FM station receiving mode) • FM AUTO This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio priority (to prevent interruption when playback starts). However, when other signals are input, there may be no sound depending on the format. In this case, - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
DTS 2048 signals are input. x NAME IN (Naming inputs) Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see "Naming inputs" (page 48). Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select "6-SYSTEM" in the amplifier menus - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 41). Tip The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 5 feet closer from the front - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
" or "BEHD/HI" and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance. x DIMMER (Brightness of the display) Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps. You can also use DIMMER on the receiver. Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Effect Performs the sound as it was recorded/ encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signals CDs. Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. Enjoying Surround Sound 39US - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
sound field You 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 movie theaters and concert halls into your home. SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER 2CH A.F.D. 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC AMP MENU 123 FM MODE - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production to 2 channels. HEADPHONE THEATER DCS[HP THEA] This It allows you to experience a theater-like environment while listening through a - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. • This function does not - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and sub woofer. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
ADVANCE PRESET + .< > < TUNING - TUNING + m H M TV X x 1 FM MODE 2 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING -. Press TUNING + to scan from low to high; press TUNING - to scan from high to low. The - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
>10/ MEMORY DVD MENU - 0/10 ENTER CLEAR 4 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Press - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET - repeatedly to select a preset number. If "MEMORY" goes out before you select the preset number - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
TOOLS MUTING F TV VOL MASTER VOL G g f RETURN/EXIT MENU 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 47). 3 Press AMP MENU. "1-LEVEL" appears on the display - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
) t Numbers t Symbols 2 Press . The entered name is registered. Other Operation Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver's display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. 1 Press the input - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
applied a)Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 47, 48). Index name does not appear is activated, the display dims. Note If you press any buttons on the remote or receiver after the display dims, the display brightens up. After a while, the display - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD player to the SAT jacks on the receiver, you can set the SAT button on this remote to control the DVD player. 1 Hold down the input button of which you want to change the - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
DTS Digital Surround Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the Remote/Additional Information 51US - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
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 components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver. If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen The front and center speakers - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the connected component. - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see "Error and warning codes" (page 23) to solve the problem. DEC. EROR Appears when a signal the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input and "DEC - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 20). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver. If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down MOVIE, press ?/1. 12 1/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 7.4 kg (16 lb 6 oz) Speaker section • Front speakers (SS-MSP900) • Center speaker (SS-CNP680) • Surround speakers (SS-SRP900) Front/center speakers - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
cords • Long (2) • Short (3) Footpads • Speakers (20) • Sub woofer (4) Remote commander RM-AAU013 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or ECM-AC2a) (1) Speakers • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) • Sub woofer (1) Design and specifications are - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
34 LEVEL 32 SUR 33 SYSTEM 35 TONE 33 TUNER 34 Muting 26 N Naming 47, 48 P Portable audio connecting 15 S Satellite tuner connecting 17 Selecting component 26 sound field 40 Set-top box connecting 17 Sleep Timer 49 Sound fields resetting 43 selecting 40 Speakers connecting 13 installing 11 Super - Sony HT-DDW795 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
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(1)
Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
HT-DDW795