Sony STR-DA3ES Operating Instructions - Page 4

Features 7.1 channel mode This receiver incorporates a 6 channel amplifier. It can reproduce the sound of movies (etc.) encoded in 6.1 channel audio through front (L/R), center, surround (L/R), surround back, and sub woofer speakers. This receiver also lets you enjoy a 7.1 channel mode. The 7.1 channel mode uses DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the Surround Back channel in stereo (L/R) (page 28). Compatible with a variety of audio formats and modes This receiver is compatible with the following audio formats. Dolby Digital EX Dolby Pro Logic II DTS Neo:6 DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 STR-DA5ES a a a a a STR-DA3ES a a* Page 35 39 39 35 35 * DTS-ES compatible About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for models STR-DA5ES and STR-DA3ES. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the STR-DA5ES (area code U) is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "STR-DA5ES only". Tip The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, see pages 53-81 (STR-DA5ES) or refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote (STR-DA3ES). About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the upper portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below). SPEAKERS R SURROUND L CENTER SURR BACK AC OUTLET + SURR BACK R SURR BACK L - R SURROUND L CENTER SURR BACK IMPEDANCE SELECTOR 4 Ω 8 Ω 4-XXX-XXX-XX AA Area code Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "Models of area code AA only". 4