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1. OPT Ki MPEG 13 12 11 10 PRO LOGIC Lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals However this indicator also lights when the Pro Logic II movie music decoder is in active However this indicator does not light if the center and surround speakers are set to NO OO DIGITAL Lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format MULTI CH IN 1 2 Lights up when MULTI CHIN 1 or 2 is selected D RANGE Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated See page 55 to adjust the dynamic range compression Tuner indicators Light up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations etc See pages 28 30 for tuner operations EQ Lights up when the equalizer is functioning SLEEP Lights up when sleep timer is activated 10 11 12 13 14 MPEG Lights up when MPEG signals are input Note Only the front 2 channels are compatible with MPEG format Multi channel surround sound is downmixed and output from the front 2 channels DTS Lights up when DTS signals are input When playing a DTS format disc be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is NOT set to ANALOG 2CH FIXED see page 42 OPT Lights up when the
2. ASSIGNABLE OO oo fe i suawoor TULTI CHA INEL IN 1 a INPUT INPUT OD O TV monitor Tip When the component is equipped with S video jacks you can connect the component to the S2 VIDEO jacks on this receiver In addition this receiver can convert standard video signals to S video signals for output from the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO jacks Note You can listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV s audio output jacks to the TV SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver In this case do not connect the TV s video output jack to the TV SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver If you connect a separate satellite tuner etc connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above continued ii p pezs Hu 1168 1a Connecting components with digital audio output jacks continued Hooking up a CD Super Audio CD player and MD DAT deck For details on the required cords A E see page 9 CD Super Audio CD MD DAT deck player DIGITAL OPTICAL N OUT D VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 omst O R S2 VIDEO 2 VIDEO Alll OT IN 2l VIDEO voeo our N f our in Aui AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO or N ff our oN ol E E 0 SURROUND SURR BACK CENTER Yi SO OOOO OlO OlOlo JOA MULTI CHANNEL IN 2 pvoiuo coia N AS
3. E LFE MIX LEVEL XXX X dB LFE Low Frequency Effect mix level Initial setting 0 dB Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE Low Frequency Effect channel output from the sub woofer without effecting the level of the bass frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the front center or surround channels via the Dolby Digital or DTS bass redirection circuitry You can adjust from 20 dB to 0 dB line level in 0 5 dB steps 0 dB outputs the full LFE signal at the mix level determined by the recording engineer When set to OFF the sound of the LFE channel from the sub woofer is muted In this case the low frequency sounds of the front center or surround speakers are output from the sub woofer according to the settings made for each speaker pages 21 23 E 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 OFF The dynamic range is not compressed e 0 1 0 9 The dynamic range is compressed in small steps to achieve the sound you desire STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically Tip D RANGE COMP lets you to compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal STD is standard compression but because many sources have only lig
4. SURROUND menu parameters E EFFECT LEVEL XXX Effect level Initial setting 100 Higher settings apply more surround effect You can adjust from 0 to 150 in 5 steps E BASS GAIN XXX X dB Bass gain level of the equalizer Initial setting 0 dB Unlike the equalizer in the EQ menu which lets you adjust the overall sound of each speaker this parameter lets you adjust the bass gain level of each sound field You can adjust from 10 dB to 10 dB in 0 5 dB steps E TREBLE GAIN XXX X dB Treble gain level of the equalizer Initial setting 0 dB Unlike the equalizer in the EQ menu which lets you adjust the overall sound of each speaker this parameter lets you adjust the treble gain level of each sound field You can adjust from 10 dB to 10 dB in 0 5 dB steps For advanced SURROUND menu adjustments Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set MENU EXPAND to ON to enable advanced adjustments For details on MENU EXPAND see page 47 For details on how to set the items see page 52 continued s6ulq72S pue szuow ysni py posueapy 430 Customizing sound fields continued Adjusting the LEVEL menu You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker These settings are applied to all sound fields 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects DVD etc 2 Press LEVEL The LEVEL button lights up and the LEVEL menu appears in the display 3 Press the cur
5. 3 Press the cursor buttons lt or gt to select the speaker For details see Speaker setup parameters below peyezs Hu Notes e Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display This means that the selected parameter is either unavailale or fixed and unchangeable due to sound field pages 35 37 or other settings Some speaker settings may appear dimmed in the display This means that they have been changed automatically due to other speaker settings The dimmed settings may or may not be adjustable 4 Turn the jog dial to select the parameter 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the items that follow Speaker setup parameters The initial setting is underlined E FRONT SP Front speaker size e LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies select LARGE Normally select LARGE e SMALL If the sound is distorted or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer When the front speakers are set to SMALL the center surround and surround back speakers are also automatically set to SMALL unless previously set to NO continued 2108 22GB 5 Setting up the speakers continued m CENTER SP Center speaker size e LARGE If you connect a large speaker
6. ALWAYS ON E S FIELD LINK Sound field link ON Lets you apply the last selected sound field to a function whenever it is selected For example if you select STADIUM for CD SACD function change to a different function and return to CD SACD function STADIUM is automatically applied again e OFF Sound field link is not activated E DECODE FORMAT Digital audio input decoding mode Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS Dolby Digital PCM or MPEG2 e PCM Decodes all the input signals as PCM signals If a Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG etc signal is input no sound is output When set to AUTO and the sound from the digital audio jacks for CD etc is interrupted when playback starts set to PCM 4gc E AUTO FUNCTION Control A1 Function link ON Lets you switch the function of this receiver to the Sony components connected via CONTROL A1 cords page 61 automatically when the playback on the component is started OFF Function link is not activated E 2 WAY REMOTE 2 way remote control system ON Lets you turn on the 2 way remote control system Normally select ON e OFF Lets you turn off the 2 way remote control system When you use another receiver etc that is also compatible with the 2 way remote control system together with this receiver select the compone
7. Audio input modes e AUTO 2CH Gives priority to the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN L R jacks when there is no digital audio signals e COAXIAL FIXED Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL input jacks e OPTICAL FIXED Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks e ANALOG 2CH FIXED Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN L R jacks 4208 Customizing sound fields By adjusting the SURROUND menu and LEVEL menu you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation Note on the displayed items The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary depending on the sound field Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display This means that the selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable Adjusting the SURROUND menu You can customize the surround effects of the selected sound field The settings are stored individually for each sound field 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects DVD etc 2 Press SURROUND The SURROUND button lights up and the SURROUND menu appears in the display 3 Press the cursor buttons lt or gt to select the parameter For details see SURROUND menu parameters below 4 While monitoring the sound turn the jog dial to adjust the selected parameter 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other parameters
8. 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 Press NIGHT MODE The NIGHT MODE indicator in the display lights up and the NIGHT MODE function is activated Tip While this function is on the BASS TREBLE and EFFECT level increase and D RANGE COMP is automatically set to MAX Note This function cannot be activated when the ANALOG DIRECT or MULTI CH DIRECT function is used 3898 Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo 6 2CH MODE This fucntion lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II 6 channels through DTS Neo 6 or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic However MPEG 2CH sources are not decoded by DTS Neo 6 they are output in 2 channels Press NORMAL SURR OOPLII Neo 6 repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode The selected mode appears in the display The sound field automatically switches to NORMAL SURROUND page 37 2 channel decoding modes e PRO LOGIC Performs Pro Logic decoding The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4 1 channels e PLII MOVIE Performs Pro Logic I Movie mode decoding This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dol
9. 120 Hz When using a passive sub woofer powered by a separate power amplifier it may be better to change the cut off frequency In this case you can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps 52GB Advanced SURROUND menu parameters When MENU EXPAND is set to ON all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable See page 43 for the SURROUND menu adjustments Initial settings are underlined All SURROUND menu parameters C WIDTH DIMENSION PANORAMA MODE EFFECT LEVEL XXX WALL REVERB FRONT REVERB SCREEN DEPTH VIR SPEAKERS SURR ENHANCER BASS GAIN XXX X dB BASS FREQ XXX X Hz TREBLE GAIN XXX X dB TREBLE FREQ XXX X Hz Adjustable only when MENU EXPAND is set to ON E C WIDTH Center width control Initial setting 3 Lets you perform further adjustments for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding PLII MUSIC You can set this parameter only when 2CH MODE is set to PLII MUSIC page 38 and NORMAL SURROUND is selected You can adjust the distribution of the center channel signal generated through the Dolby Pro Logic II decoding to the L R speakers E DIMENSION Dimension control Initial setting midpoint 0 Lets you perform further adjustments for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding PLII MUSIC You can set this parameter only when 2CH MODE is set to PLII
10. Check how to hookup your components Steps la through 1c beginning on page 10 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver Before you begin refer to Connectable components below for the pages which describe how to connect each component After hooking up all your components proceed to 2 Connecting the antennas page 17 Connectable components Component to be connected Page DVD LD player With digital audio output 0 11 With multi channel audio output 3 14 With analog audio output only 0 11 TV monitor With component video input lor 14 With S Video or composite video input only 6 Satellite tuner With digital audio output 0 11 With analog audio output only 0 11 CD Super Audio CD player With digital audio output 2 With multi channel audio output 3 With analog audio output only 5 MD DAT deck With digital audio output With analog audio output only Cassette deck analog disc turntable Multi channel decoder Dil wlan nn vs VCR video camera video game etc Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT connector etc 2 Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT connectors etc This connection is used to output the audio decoded by the component s internal multi channel decoder through this receiver 3 Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L R jacks etc 4 Model with component video Y B Y R Y
11. For example setting the center speaker distance 3 6 feet closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being inside the screen If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close setting the surround speaker distance closer shorter than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound Give it a try For advanced speaker setups Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set MENU EXPAND to ON This enables advanced setups including those of the distances to the speakers and heights of the speakers For details on MENU EXPAND see page 47 For details on how to set the items see page 49 pepyezs 6unje5 f 2568 6 Adjusting the speaker levels and balance TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening the test tone from your listening position Use the remote for the operation Tips e The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz e Although these adjustments can also be made via the LEVEL button on the front panel we recommend you follow the procedure described below and make adjustments from your listening position using the remote 1 Press I on the remote to turn on the receiver 2 Press TEST TONE on the remote TEST TONE in the LEVEL menu appears in the display and
12. at 50 mV m 0 5 50 mV m 400 Hz 35 dB 40 dB 4 You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz After tuning in any AM station turn off the receiver Hold down TUNING and press 1 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 S video COMPONENT VIDEO 1 Vp p 75 ohms Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms C 0 286 Vp p 75 ohms Y 1 Vp p 75 ohms B Y 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms R Y 0 7 Vp p 75 ohms Remote control RM US105A STR DA7ES only Remote control system Infrared control 3 V DC with two R6 size AA batteries Power requirements Dimensions 210 x 45 x 25 mm Mass approx 95 g excluding batteries General Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Power consumption Models of area code U STR DA7ES 450 W STR DA4ES 420 W Models of area code CA STR DA7ES 490 VA STR DA4ES 470 VA Power consumption during standby mode 1W gt AC outlets 2 switched 120 W 1A 7 rr Dimensions 430 x 174 x 465 mm including projecting parts z and controls 3 Mass Approx Ci STR DATES 21 0 kg 3 STR DA4ES 21 0 kg a Supplied accessories 9 FM wire antenna 1 AM loop antenna 1 Audio video control S cord 1 Control S cord mini jack 1 STR DA7ES only Remote commander RM TP1 1 Base unit RMB TP1 1 for RM TP1 AC adapter 1 for RM TP1 Remote commander RM US105A 1 R6 size AA b
13. cceceeeeceeseeeeeeees 47 Custom install mode eee 57 Other Operations Naming preset stations and functions 58 Using the Sleep Timer oo 59 Selecting the speaker system a99 Recording eae r 60 CONTROL A1II S LINK control SY SUSI scree sey cavesear T 61 Operations Using the Remote STR DA7ES only Using the remote RM US105A 66 Listening to the sound in another room o eee eeseeeeeeeeeeeee 67 Additional Information Precautions ss c 2ccigere itd eect aa 75 Troubleshooting ssseseseeseeeeeeereeeesese 75 Specifications 5GB List of Button Locations and Reference Pages Illustration number How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other PLAY MODE 15 9 13 14 parts of the system that are mentioned in the text Name of button part Reference page Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS A I J V 2CH STEREO 0 34 2ND ROOM ANALOG DIRECT 19 34 Jog dial 35 21 43
14. input jacks 83B Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords MA to El not supplied Audio cord Monaural audio cord t White L CES oe Black CED fie 3 Red R lt gt A rr D E Audio video cord Tip 4 Yellow video lt E E gt Audio cord can be torn into two monaural audio e White L audio ED gmp sE Red R audio e e Component video cord Green LED ARIE A Video cord Blue E f Yellow lt CED t Red Bip Wam BD S video cord Se MM e H Optical digital cord Esmi exe Mie Coaxial digital cord lt I Ir Notes e Turn off the power to all components before making any connections e Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise e When connecting an audio video cord be sure to match the color coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components yellow video to yellow white left audio to white and red right audio to red e When connecting optical digital cords insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place e Do not bend or tie optical digital cords If you have a Sony components with CONTROL A111 S LINK jack See CONTROL A1II S LINK control system on page 61 gaB 1a Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Hooking
15. to turn off the power 2 While holding down MODE press Vo S F Initialize appears in the display and all sound fields are reset to the initial settings Adjusting the equalizer You can adjust the tonal quality bass midrange treble level of each speaker using the EQ menu Bass Midrange Treble Level__ i dB i y i i Frequency Frequency Frequency Hz Hz Hz You can store up to 5 different equalizer settings in the equalizer bank EQ 1 5 and apply them by pressing EQ BANK 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects DVD etc 2 Press EQ BANK repeatedly to select the equalizer you want to adjust EQ 1 5 3 Press EQ The EQ button lights up and the EQ menu appears in the display 4 Press the cursor buttons lt or gt to select the parameter For details see EQ menu parameters below 5 While monitoring the sound turn the jog dial to adjust the selected parameter 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust the other items continued s6ui s pue syu wuzsnfpy posueApy 450 Adjusting the equalizer continued EQ menu parameters E FRONT BASS XXX X dB Front speaker bass level E FRONT MID XXX X dB Front speaker midrange level E FRONT TREBLE XXX X dB Front speaker treble level E CENTER BASS XXX X dB Center speaker bass level E CENTER MID XXX X dB Center speaker midrange level E CENTER TREBLE XXX X dB Center speake
16. 47 57 58 STR DAES only BT 67 AUDIO SPLIT 14 41 LEVEL B4 44 IND ROOM indicator AUTO DEC 22 34 MASTER VOLUME iq 26 27 STR DAES only 7 CINEMA STUDIO EX 22 35 MEMORY 43 30 2ND 3RD ROOM Cursor buttons lt gt 38 21 MODE 21 36 37 45 STR DATES only 31 67 43 47 57 58 MULTI CHANNEL DECODING IND 3RD ROOM indicator CUSTOMIZE 40 47 58 indicator 7 STR DATES only 27 P8 al Cinema Sound indicator MULTI CH DIRECT 18 28 1 power 1 8 MUTING 1 27 DIMMER 26 31 NIGHT MODE 4 38 DISPLAY 4 31 NIGHT MODE indicator 5 Display 6 NORMAL SURR OOPLII DOOR OPEN 15 NEO 6 17 38 ENTER 87 21 46 57 58 ON SCREEN 82 11 14 16 EQ B9 45 46 PHONES jack 28 EQ BANK 41 45 46 PRESET TUNING 23 30 FM AM 24 28 SB DEC indicator 9 FM MODE 44 28 SET UP B 21 FUNCTION 13 27 28 30 41 SPEAKERS switch 29 59 42 58 SURR BACK DECODING 16 INPUT MODE 12j 42 39 IR emitter 3 SURROUND 83 43 IR receptor 2 TUNING 80 28 VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks 45 16 6 28 s ed a2ua1ajay pue suoles07 UONg Jo S17 j Open the front door 30 81 82 33 34 35 36 45 44 43 142 41 140 139 7 28 Getting Started 1
17. 59 e Check that all speaker cords are connected correctly e Press MUTING to cancel the muting function Not PCM appears in the display and no sound is heard Set DECODE FORMAT to AUTO in the CUSTOMIZE menu page 48 There is no sound from a specific component e Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component e Check that the cord s used for the connection is are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component uoNeUOjU eUCIPPY There is no sound from one of the front speakers e Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones If only one channel is output from the headphones the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the 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 which is not outputting any sound continued 758 Troubleshooting continued There is no sound or only a very low level sound is heard e Check that the speakers and components are connected securely Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver Check that the SPEAKERS switch is not set to OFF page 59 Check that the headphones are not connected
18. 8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets of front speakers A B In this case set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to 4Q suoi e190dCQ 12430 5968 Recording Before you begin make sure you ve connected all components properly Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a MiniDisc or cassette tape using the receiver See the operating instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help 1 Select the component to be recorded 2 Prepare the component for playing For example insert a CD into the CD player 3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the recording deck and adjust the recording level if necessary 4 Start recording on the recording deck then start playback on the playback component Notes e You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog TAPE OUT or MD DAT OUT jacks To record a digital audio signal connect a digital component to the DIGITAL MD DAT OUT jacks Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the TAPE OUT or MD DAT OUT jacks The analog audio signals of the current function is output from the REC OUT jacks The signals input to the MULTI CHANNEL IN jacks are not output from the REC OUT jacks even when MULTI CH DIRECT is selected The analog audio signals of the current function are output No signals are output from DIGITAL OUT jacks MD DAT OPTICAL OUT when ANALOG DIRECT is selected The digital circuitry power is
19. CUSTOMIZE menu to set the surround back decoding mode page 39 For details on each decoding mode see page 39 e AUTO MATRIX OFF E MULTI CH 1 Multi channel 1 assignment E MULTI CH 2 Multi channel 2 assignment Initial setting NONE no assignment Lets you assign the audio signal input to MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 or 2 jacks to any function except TUNER and PHONO You cannot assign both MULTI CH 1 and MULTI CH 2 to the same function E D POWER Digital power management AUTO OFF Lets you turn off the power of the unnecessary digital circuits automatically when outputting the analog audio signals using the ANALOG DIRECT or MULTI CH DIRECT function You can enjoy high quality analog audio without the influence of digital circuits ALWAYS ON Lets you keep the power of digital circuits on Select if you do not like the time lag that occurs with the AUTO OFF setting when digital circuits are turned on etc continued s6ui s pue szuowysn py posueApy 4738 Advanced settings continued E V POWER Video power management e AUTO OFF Lets you turn off the power of the unnecessary video circuits automatically You can enjoy high quality audio without the influence of video circuits ALWAYS ON Lets you keep the power of video circuits on Depending on the monitor noise may be produced or the picture may be distorted when the power of the video circuits is turned on In this case select
20. DIRECT is selected for the digital audio signal is not output in AUTO OFF setting To connect an LD player via an RF demodulator Remote control e Connect the LD player to the RF demodulator The remote does not function then connect the RF demodulator s optical or coaxial digital output to the receiver s DVD LD OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL jack When making this connection be sure to set INPUT MODE manually page 42 The receiver may not e Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver e Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver operate correctly if INPUT MODE is set to e Replace all the batteries in the remote with new AUTO 2CH ones if they are weak For details on DOLBY DIGITAL RF hookups e If the receiver s COMMAND MODE and the see the operating instructions supplied with your remote s COMMAND MODE do not match RF demodulator transmission is not possible between the remote vac and the receiver page 49 The FM reception is poor e Make sure you select the correct function on the e Use a 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied to remote connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna ground it against lightning To prevent a gas explosion do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe e When you operate a programmed non Sony component the remote may not function properly depending on the model and the make
21. EX mode page 35 e Adjust the speaker level page 44 e Make sure the surround surround back speaker size parameter is set to either SMALL or LARGE pages 22 23 The surround effect cannot be obtained e Make sure the sound field function is on press MODE e Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz When the INPUT MODE is set to AUTO MULTI CH 1 or 2 and no digital signal is input or INPUT MODE is set to MULTI CH 1 or 2 FIXED you cannot change the sound field page 42 Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced e Check that the playing DVD etc is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format e When connecting the DVD player etc to the digital input jacks of this receiver check the audio setting settings for the audio output of the connected component Recording cannot be done e Check that the components are connected correctly Select the source component with FUNCTION control When recording from a digital component make sure the INPUT MODE is set to ANALOG 2CH FIXED page 42 before recording with a component connected to the analog MD DAT or TAPE terminals When recording from a digital component make sure the INPUT MODE is set to COAXIAL FIXED or OPTICAL FIXED page 42 before recording with the component connected to the DIGITAL MD DAT OUT terminals Set D POWER to ALWAYS ON when ANALOG
22. Initial setting 250 Hz You can adjust from 99 Hz to 1 0 kHz in 21 steps E SURROUND TRE XXX X Hz Surround speaker treble frequency Initial setting 2 5 kHz You can adjust from 1 0 kHz to 10 kHz in 23 steps E SUR BACK BASS XXX X Hz Surround back speaker bass frequency Initial setting 250 Hz You can adjust from 99 Hz to 1 0 kHz in 21 steps E SUR BACK TRE XXX X Hz Surround back speaker treble frequency Initial setting 2 5 kHz You can adjust from 1 0 kHz to 10 kHz in 23 steps Custom install mode This receiver features the custom install modes described below Depending on how you intend to use these features use of these modes may require additional equipment available separately or modification of your listening environment Please consult the retailer where you purchased this receiver for more information INSTALLER mode ON The receiver can receive commands from the RS232C port even when the power is off standby mode e OFF The receiver does not receive commands from the RS232C port when the power is off standby mode 12V TRIG mode Lets you control external equipment by outputting 12V triggers STR DA7ES 3 outputs STR DA4ES 2 outputs in conjunction with the receiver s function operations For example you can automatically unroll your video screen when you select DVD CD E 12V TRIG MAIN 12 V trigger for the main room Controls the main room 12V trigger output ON Lets you t
23. J the display is turned off the MULTI CH DECODING indicator is also turned off uoneisdo soun L 1 dwy 3168 32GB About the indications in the display 5 6 sw_ L F E SW Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to YES and the receiver detects that the disc being played back does not contain the LFE channel signal While this indicator lights up the receiver creates a sub woofer signal based on the low frequency components of the front channels Playback channel indicators The letters L C 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 speakers settings When using sound fields like D CONCERT HALL the receiver adds reverberation based on the source sound L Front Left R Front Right C Center monaural SL Surround Left SR Surround Right S Surround monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing SB Surround Back the surround back components obtained by 6 1 channel decoding SBL Surround Back Left SBR Surround Back Right Example Recording format Front Surround 3 2 Output channel Surround speakers absent Sound Field AUTO DECODING LALA SL SR eaor Eepe MULTI CH IN 12 D RANGE
24. MUSIC page 38 and NORMAL SURROUND is selected You can adjust the difference between the front channels and the surround channels E PANORAMA MODE Panorama mode Lets you perform further adjustments for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding PLII MUSIC You can set this parameter only when 2CH MODE is set to PLII MUSIC page 38 and NORMAL SURROUND is selected ON Lets you enjoy the surround sound by spreading the sound field of front speakers to the left and right of the listening position panorama mode e OFF Panorama mode is not activated E WALL Wall type Initial setting midpoint 0 When sound is reflected off soft material such as a curtain the high frequency elements are reduced A hard wall is highly reflective and does not significantly effect the frequency response of the reflected sound WALL lets you control the level of the high frequencies to alter the sonic character of your listening environment by simulating a softer S or harder H wall You can adjust from S to H in 17 steps The center 0 setting designates a neutral wall made of wood E REVERB Reverberation Initial setting midpoint 0 Before sound reaches our ears it is reflected reverberated many times between he left and right walls ceiling and floor In a large room sound takes more time to bounce from one surface to another than in a smaller room REVERB lets you control the spacing of the early r
25. SP surround back speaker size is set to NO E FRONT SP gt XXX Hz Front speaker crossover frequency Initial setting STD 120 Hz Lets you adjust the front speaker bass crossover frequency when FRONT SP front speaker size is set to SMALL You can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps E CENTER SP gt XXX Hz Center speaker crossover frequency Initial setting STD 120 Hz Lets you adjust the center speaker bass crossover frequency when CENTER SP center speaker size is set to SMALL You can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps continued ia s6ui s pue syu wuzsnfpy posueapy 5168 Advanced settings continued E SURROUND SP gt XXX Hz Surround speaker crossover frequency Initial setting STD 120 Hz Lets you adjust the surround speaker bass crossover frequency when SURROUND SP surround speaker size is set to SMALL You can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps E SURR BACK SP gt XXX Hz Surround back speaker crossover frequency Initial setting STD 120 Hz Lets you adjust the surround back speaker bass crossover frequency when SURR BACK SP surround back speaker size is set to SMALL You can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps E LFE HIGH CUT gt XXX Hz LFE high cut filter Initial setting STD 120 Hz Lets you select the cut off frequency of the LFE channel high cut filter Normally select STD
26. STR DA7ES i IR repeater IR repeater not supplied not supplied RM US105A Using an optional IR repeater as shown above The following operations are possible with the RM US105A remote e Switching the output source for the 3RD ROOM OUT jacks e Adjusting the volume from the 3RD ROOM OUT jacks Switching the output to the 3RD ROOM OUT jacks on or off Set the command mode of the RM US105A remote to the 3RD ROOM mode juo SALVG ULS 2 0WayY y Huisn suonesado 1 Press USE MODE momentarily The current command mode button slowly lights up 5 times 2 While the button blinks press AV SYSTEM 1 or AV SYSTEM 2 according to the command mode of the reciever in the main room 3 Press USE MODE momentarily again 4 Press 3RD ROOM while the button blinks The command mode has been set to the 3rd room mode Tip Once steps 1 and 2 are done the setting is stored in the remote s memory However when you change the command mode of the receiver perform steps 1 to 4 again continued 69 8 Listening to the sound in another Location of parts room continued Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 size AA batteries with the and properly oriented in the battery compartment When using the remote point it at the remote sensor on the receiver Tip Under normal conditions the batteries should last for about 6 months When the remote no longer operates the receiver replace both batt
27. channel When the bass is cut from a channel the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other LARGE speakers However since bass has a certain amount of directionality it best not to cut them if possible Therefore even when using small speakers you can set them to LARGE if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker On the other hand if you are using a large speaker but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker set it to SMALL If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer set all speakers to LARGE If there is not enough bass you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels To adjust the equalizer see page 45 E SURR BACK L R 7 1 channel 6 1 channel switching YES If you connect two surround back speakers select YES The sound will be output to a maximum of 7 1 channels NO If you connect only one surround back speaker select NO The sound will be output to a maximum of 6 1 channels E SUB WOOFER Sub woofer selection YES If you connect a sub woofer select YES NO If you did not connect a sub woofer select NO This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers Tip In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry we recommend setting the sub woofer s cut off frequency as high as
28. command mode of the remote and the receiver should be the same As the default setting of the command mode of the receiver is AV SYSTEM 2 and the default setting of the command mode of the remote is AV SYSTEM 1 set the command mode of the remote to AV SYSTEM 2 Setting the command mode 1 Press USE MODE momentarily with the tip of a pen etc The current command mode button slowly lights up 5 times 2 Press AV SYSTEM 2 while the button blinks The AV SYSTEM 2 button lights up twice and the command mode changes Tip When the command mode of the receiver is set to AV SYSTEM 1 press AV SYSTEM 1 instead of AV SYSTEM 2 in step 2 above Note If the USE MODE indicator remains lit or blinks quickly start over from step 1 Audio Video components 66 8 RM US105A Listening to the sound in another room 2ND ROOM OUT TV SAT DVDILD __ VIDEO 2 IN stausiv OUT OUT mi s2 eoj se our g mo eo ovono onca avo N room O CONTROLS 42 Z O Qs 5 Q20 Q Es out 2 z ozR DOL DIO T o0 O cossaco 32D coaxiaL Room N ii cowan TRIGGER it R 5 OOQOQQO s MULTI CHANNEL MULTI CHANNEL IN You can select video and analog audio signals for
29. connected to each other Basically the majority of the functions available with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with the CONTROL A11 control system However when making connections between components with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL A1II jacks the number of functions that can be controlled may be limited depending on the component For detailed information refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component s CONTROL A1II hookup If you have a CONTROL A1II compatible Sony CD player Super Audio CD player tape deck or MD deck Use a CONTROL A1 cord mini jack not supplied to connect the CONTROL AIII jack on the CD player Super Audio CD player tape deck or MD deck to the CONTROL ALII jack on the receiver See page 60 and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player Super Audio CD player tape deck or MD deck for details Note If you make CONTROL Al1II connections from the receiver to an MD deck that is also connected to a computer do not operate the receiver while using the Sony MD Editor software This may cause a malfunction 6268 If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector If your CD changer s COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1 CD 2 or CD 3 be sure to set the command mode to CD 1 and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver If however you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO OUT jacks set t
30. driven from 20 20 000 Hz rated 110 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 05 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode 8 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz THD 0 05 STR DAZTES 120 W 120 W STR DA4ES 110W 110 W 4 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz THD 0 09 STR DATES 100 W 100 W STR DA4ES 90 W 90 W Reference Power Output 8 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz THD 0 05 STR DAT7ES FRONT 120 W 120 W CENTER 120 W SURR 120 W 120 W SURR BACK 120 W 120 W FRONT 110 W 110 W CENTER 110 W SURR 110 W 110 W SURR BACK 110W 110 W 4 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz THD 0 09 STR DATES FRONT 100 W 100 W CENTER 100 W SURR 100 W 100 W SURR BACK 100 W 100 W FRONT 90 W 90 W CENTER 90 W SURR 90 W 90 W SURR BACK 90 W 90 W STR DA4ES STR DA4ES 1 Depending on the sound field settings and the source there may be no sound output 78 82 Frequency response PHONO RIAA equalization curve 0 5 dB CD SACD TAPE MD DAT TV SAT DVD LD VIDEO 1 2 3 10 Hz 100 kHz 0 5 2 dB with sound field equalizer and bass boost bypassed Inputs Analog PHONO Sensitivity 2 5 mV Impedance 50 kilohms S N 86 dB A 2 5 mV MULTI CHANNEL Sensitivity 150 mV IN 1 2 CD SACD Impedance 50 kilohms TAPE MD DAT S N 100 dB DVDI
31. enjoy full surround effects If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position set the distance to the closest speaker E SURR BACK XxX feet Surround back speaker distance Initial setting 16 feet Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround back speakers You can adjust from 3 feet to 40 feet in 1 foot steps If both surround back speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position set the distance to the closest speaker E SUB WOOFER XX feet Sub woofer distance Initial setting 16 feet Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the sub woofer You can adjust from 3 feet to 40 feet in 1 foot steps 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 that 5 feet closer than the front speakers Likewise the surround speakers can not be set farther away from the listening position than the front speakers And they can be no more than 15 feet closer This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound Please note that setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker In other words the speaker will sound like it is farther away
32. looking at the lower right corner of the front panel In this manual the STR DA7ES area code U is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text for example STR DATES only 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 STR DA7ES RM TPI See the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote RM US105A See pages 66 74 STR DA4ES RM LP211 See the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote 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 4 XXX XXX XX AA oP 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 This receiver incorporates Dolby Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS Digital Surround System Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS DTS ES Extended Surround and Neo 6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 3GB Table of Contents List of Button Locations and Referenc
33. of the component Outdoor FM antenna p Reference sections for clearing the memory To clear See All memorized settings page 21 Customized sound fields page 45 All the settings in the remote page 73 Ground wire not supplied To ground Radio stations cannot be tuned in e Check that the antennas are connected securely Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary uo eunoju jeuoippY i e The signal strength of the stations is too weak when tuning in with automatic tuning Use direct tuning e Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning e No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared when tuning by scanning preset stations Preset the stations page 30 e Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the display There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor e Select the appropriate function on the receiver e Set your TV to the appropriate input mode e Move your TV away from the audio components 77 28 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION STR DA7ES With 8 ohm loads both channels driven from 20 20 000 Hz rated 120 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 0 05 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output STR DA4ES With 8 ohm loads both channels
34. output to another room 1 Press POWER 2ND ROOM or POWER 3RD ROOM STR DA7ES only to turn on the amplifier in the 2nd room or 3rd room STR DA7ES only 2 STR DA7ES Press 2ND 3RD ROOM repeatedly to select 2ND ROOM or 3RD ROOM STR DA4ES Press 2ND ROOM 3 Turn the jog dial to select the source signals you wish to output For 2ND ROOM Video and analog audio signals The sources change cyclically as follows SOURCE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD LD gt TV SAT gt TAPE MD DAT gt CD SACD TUNER 10 0 oO OO sus OOFER VARIABLE Bs 33 te 3RD ROOM OUT STR DA7ES only For 3RD ROOM STR DA7ES only Analog audio signals only The sources change cyclically as follows SOURCE VIDEO VIDEO 2 gt VIDEO 3 DVD LD gt TV SAT TAPE MD DAT gt CD SACD TUNER The signals of the current function is output Tips e Only signals from components connected to the analog input jacks are output through the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks No signals are output from components connected to only the digital input jacks e When SOURCE is selected the signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks even when MULTI CH DIRECT is selected The analog audio signals of the current function are output Notes e When you turn off the receiver in the main room the components in the 2nd or 3rd roo
35. 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 the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the 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 could void your authority to operate this equipment Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer s a
36. select the surround back decoding mode on the next page Tip You can select the surround back decoding mode using SB DECODING in the CUSTOMIZE menu page 47 Note You cannot select the surround back decoding mode when using the 2CH STEREO page 34 ANALOG DIRECT page 34 or MULTI CH DIRECT mode page 28 or when headphones are connected continued punos punouwins bulAofuy 3968 Selecting the surround back decoding mode continued How to select the surround back decoding mode You can select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream When you select AUTO When the input stream contains the 6 1 channel decode flag the appropriate decoder is applied to decode the surround back signal For the DTS ES Matrix 6 1 source DTS Matrix decoder is applied For the DTS ES Discrete 6 1 source DTS Discrete decoder is applied to reproduce the Discrete 6 1 channel signal Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder Dolby Digital 5 1 Se DTS 5 1 3 1 Dolby Digital EX 6 1 5 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Matrix 6 1 6 1 5 DTS Matrix decoder DTS ES Discrete 6 1 6 1 DTS Discrete decoder When you select MATRIX Dolby Digital EX is applied to decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6 1 channel decode flag in the input stream This decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX and functions the same as the decoders use
37. sources contain copy guards to prevent recording In this case you may not be able to record from the sources The analog audio signals of the current function is output from the REC OUT jacks The signals input to the MULTI CHANNEL IN jacks are not output from the REC OUT jacks even when MULTI CH DIRECT is selected The analog audio signals of the current function are output CONTROL A1 IT S LINK control system CONTROL STATUS IN OUT CONTROL A1II 2 ED 8 _ AT ovio VIDEO 2 sanS N IT olr CONTROL S s2 Vibo S2ViDEO N OT N DIGITAL h PEUR IR REMOTE sag i zag O war liO ee E w mO pan ra aal DVD LD O i R Era PAO SIGNAL GND pvo 2 COAXIAL TRIGGER i Ricen MKO sae C ae Using the CONTROL A11 system Getting Started This section explains the basic functions of the CONTROL A1II Control System Certain components have special functions like CD Synchro Dubbing on cassette decks that require CONTROL A1II connections For detailed information regarding specific operations be sure to also refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with your component s The CONTROL ALII Control System was designed to simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components CONTROL A1II connections provide a path for the t
38. the buttons as follows When you want to assign other components program the remote following the steps in Changing the button assignments Button Assigned component VIDEO1 VCR VTR mode 3 VIDEO2 VCR VTR mode 1 VIDEO3 VCR VTR mode 2 DVD LD DVD player TV SAT TV tuner 0 TAPE Tape deck B MD DAT MD deck CD SACD CD Super Audio CD player TUNER Built in tuner LD LD player 1 AUX SOURCE 2ND ROOM 3RD ROOM only D The setting cannot be changed LD and AUX do not operate this unit STR DA7ES STR DA4ES N SHIFT button When the tuner is selected press repeatedly to select a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations MUTING button The function of this button is same as the MUTING button on the receiver See page 27 MASTER VOL buttons Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time ANALOG DIRECT button The function of this button is same as the ANALOG DIRECT button on the receiver See page 34 MODE buttons The function of these buttons is same as the MODE buttons on the receiver See pages 36 37 PRESET button Press to select CINEMA STUDIO EX A C or D CONCERT HALL A B SOUND FIELD AUTO DEC 2CH ST buttons The function of these buttons is same as the AUTO DEC and 2CH STEREO buttons on th
39. the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different operation from the remote is not possible AVI AV2 E NAME IN Naming preset stations and functions For details see Naming preset stations and functions on page 58 Advanced SET UP menu parameters When MENU EXPAND is set to ON all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable See page 21 for the SET UP menu adjustments Initial settings are underlined All SET UP menu parameters FRONT SP CENTER SP SURROUND SP SURR BACK SP SURR BACK L R SUB WOOFER FRONT XX feet CENTER XX feet SURROUND XX feet SURR BACK XxX feet SUB WOOFER XX feet S W PHASE DISTANCE UNIT SURR POSI SURR HEIGHT SURR BACK HGT FRONT SP gt XXX Hz CENTER SP gt XXX Hz SURROUND SP gt XXX Hz SURR BACK SP gt XXX Hz LFE HIGH CUT gt XXX Hz Adjustable only when MENU EXPAND is set to ON continued sui s pue sqzuow ysni py posueApy 4g Advanced settings continued E S W PHASE Sub woofer phase polarity Lets you set the sub woofer phase polarity e NORMAL Normally select NORMAL e REVERSE Depending on the type of front speakers the position of the sub woofer and the cut off frequency of the sub woofer setting the phase polarity to REVERSE reverse may produce better bass Besides bass reproduction the richn
40. the jog dial to select the correct character 5gc8 6 Press ENTER The entered name is registered 7 To create index names for other preset stations and functions repeat steps 1 to 6 Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time by using the remote For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote STR DA7ES Use the supplied remote RM TP1 1 Touch RM SELECT 2 Touch AMP in the RM SELECT screen 3 Touch SLEEP while the power is on STR DA4ES Use the supplied remote RM LP211 Select SLEEP from the RECEIVER menu Each time you touch or press the button the display changes cyclically as follows 2 00 00 gt 1 30 00 1 00 00 0 30 00 OFF While using Sleep Timer SLEEP lights up in the display Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off touch or press SLEEP The remaining time appears in the display Selecting the speaker system Set the SPEAKERS switch according to the front speakers you want to drive Set to To select A The speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals B The speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals A B The speakers connected to both the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B terminals parallel connection The sound field is automatically set to 2CH STEREO OFF No speaker output Be sure to connect front speakers with a nominal impedance of
41. the receiver as shown below the TV input mode will change to video input whenever you turn on the receiver When you connect the receiver as shown below input mode of the receiver changes to VIDEO 1 or DVD LD whenever you play your VCR or DVD The following connections also change the input mode of the receiver to TV whenever you operate your TV TV Receiver VCR 1 DVD player Audio video control S cord supplied Pull the video cord away from the supplied audio video control S cord 2 Control S cord supplied 3 Audio video cord not supplied Control S cord not supplied Use a monaural 2P mini plug cord less than 2 meters long Note Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV for details regarding the operations you can control from your TV suoneiado 19470 i 6598 Operations Using the Remote STR DA7ES only For STR DA7ES two remotes are supplied RM TP1 and RM US105A For details on RM TP1 refer to the separate operating instructions For details on RM US105A refer to the following pages Using the remote RM US105A When using as a simplified remote This remote can be used as a simplified substitute of the supplied remote RM US105A The following operations are possible e Adjusting the volume Switching the power on or off e Switching sources e Controlling each component e Selecting a sound field When using this remote the
42. the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence 3 Adjust the speaker level and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker For details on the LEVEL menu settings see page 44 Tips e To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time press MASTER VOL on the remote or turn MASTER VOLUME on the receiver e You can also use the jog dial on the receiver for the adjustment 4 Press TEST TONE again after adjustment The test tone turns off 2698 To output the test tone only from a specific speaker Set TEST TONE in the LEVEL menu to FIX page 44 The test tone is output only from the selected speaker For more precise adjustment You can output the test tone or sound source from two adjacent speakers to adjust their balance and level Set T TONE in the CUSTOMIZE menu to PHASE NOISE or PHASE AUDIO page 48 Then select the two speakers you want to adjust using PHASE NOISE or PHASE AUDIO in the LEVEL menu page 44 Note When you select analog audio using the MULTI CH DIRECT or ANALOG DIRECT buttons the power to the digital circuits is turned off When you output the test tone in this setting it takes a few seconds to output the test tone This however is not a malfunction When D POWER in the CUSTOMIZE menu is set to AUTO OFF page 47 Amplifier Tuner Operation Selecting the
43. to 5 before the display goes out 4 Press PRESET TUNING or to select a preset number If MEMORY goes out before you select the preset number start again from step 3 5 Press MEMORY again The station is stored to the selected preset number If MEMORY goes out before you press MEMORY start again from step 3 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station Tuning to preset stations Using the receiver 1 Rotate FUNCTION to switch the function to TUNER The last received station is tuned in 2 Press PRESET TUNING or repeatedly to select the preset station you want Each time you press the button you can select the preset station as follows Al A24 A04 B14 B24 4 gt B0 LS eee 3098 Using the remote STR DA7ES Use the supplied remote RM TP1 1 Touch RM SELECT The RM SELECT screen appears 2 Touch AMP The screen for operiting the receiver appears 3 Touch TUNER The receiver swiches to the TUNER input 4 Touch to return to the RM SELECT screen 5 Touch TUNER in the RM SELECT screen 6 Touch SHIFT repeatedly to select A B or C 7 Touch PRESET repeatedly to select the preset station you want You can also select the preset stations directly Do the following after step 5 above 1 Touch to the display screen 2 3 2 Touch A B or C 3 Touch the numeric buttons to enter the preset number STR DA4ES Use the supplied remote RM LP211 1 Sel
44. up a DVD player LD player TV or satellite tuner For details on the required cords A E see page 9 1 Connect the audio jacks Satellite tuner it VIDEO 2 ol CONTROL S s2 voeo OT N cs I i oPTicaL our VIDE vi VIDEO Ol N N oT N MpypaT oPTicaL N visat DVD LD player Connect to either the COAXIAL IN or the OPTICAL IN jack We recommend making connections to the COAXIAL IN jack 10 2 Connect the video jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a TV or satellite tuner and a DVD LD player with COMPONENT VIDEO Y B Y R Y output jacks Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video Notes e On this receiver the component video signals cannot be converted to S video or standard video signals or vice versa e The on screen display will not appear on a TV connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks even if you press ON SCREEN Satellite tuner DVD LD player ee 9 H D H D MONITOR V SAT DVDILD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 Our CONTROLS CTRL VIDEOR S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO 2 VIDEO AIII ges g G QG a OOO gor 5 OUT N N our IN out Nee ROOM TVISAT CDisacd ll WO J AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL IN IN OUT N N OUT IN OUT IN OUT f vis
45. 8 Advanced settings continued E FRONT BASS XXX X Hz Front speaker bass frequency Initial setting 250 Hz You can adjust from 99 Hz to 1 0 kHz in 21 steps E FRONT MID XXX X Hz Front speaker midrange frequency Initial setting 1 0 kHz You can adjust from 198 Hz to 10 kHz in 37 steps E FRONT MID Front speaker midrange bandwidth e WIDE Provides a wide band centered on the selected frequency for general adjustments MID Provides a normal band e NARR Provides a narrow band centered on the selected frequency for specific adjustments E FRONT TREBLE XXX X Hz Front speaker treble frequency Initial setting 2 5 kHz You can adjust from 1 0 kHz to 10 kHz in 23 steps E CENTER BASS XXX X Hz Center speaker bass frequency Initial setting 250 Hz You can adjust from 99 Hz to 1 0 kHz in 21 steps E CENTER MID XXX X Hz Center speaker midrange frequency Initial setting 1 0 kHz You can adjust from 198 Hz to 10 kHz in 37 steps E CENTER MID Center speaker midrange bandwidth WIDE Provides a wide band centered on the selected frequency for general adjustments MID Provides a normal band NARR Provides a narrow band centered on the selected frequency for specific adjustments E CENTER TREBLE XXX X Hz Center speaker treble frequency Initial setting 2 5 kHz You can adjust from 1 0 kHz to 10 kHz in 23 steps 56 98 E SURROUND BASS XXX X Hz Surround speaker bass frequency
46. 8 Listening to multi channel sound MULTI CH DIRECT You can select the audio directly from the components connected to the MULTI CHANNEL IN jacks This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources like DVD or Super Audio CD Also see D POWER on page 47 Surround effects are not activated when using this function Press MULTI CH DIRECT repeatedly to select the multi channel audio source MULTI CH 1 DIRECT or MULTI CH 2 DIRECT The selected audio source is output Note This function is canceled when you switch the function page 27 or sound field pages 35 37 When the center speaker or sub woofer is not connected Analog downmix function If you set the center speaker size CENTER SP or sub woofer selection SUB WOOFER in the SET UP menu to NO or MIX CENTER SP only page 22 and activate the MULTI CH DIRECT function the analog center or sub woofer audio will be downmixed to the FRONT L R channel audio To assign the multi channel audio to a specific function Set MULTI CH 1 or MULTI CH 2 in the CUSTOMIZE menu page 47 The multi channel audio inputs can be assigned to any functions except TUNER and PHONO 28 8 Listening to FM AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built in tuner Before operation make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver see page 17 Tip The tuning scale is FM 100 kHz A
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48. IDEO 1 OUT S2 vino OT N QQ voeo D PQ Zo E ope E IN D Do AUDI N O oo ASSIGNABLE our au our UND SURRBACK CD Super Audio CD Tape deck player Note If your turntable has a ground wire connect it to the h SIGNAL GND terminal continued 15 1c Connecting components with only analog audio jacks continued Hooking up video components If you connect your TV to the MONITOR jacks you can watch the video from the selected input function page 27 In addition you can display the SET UP SURROUND LEVEL EQ parameters and the selected sound field by pressing ON SCREEN For details on the required cords H E see page 9 TV monitor mue a D DVD LI VIDEO 1 OUT OLO orn sN S2VIDEO OUT N QOO lo wo QO To the lelo ni hor VIDEO 3 VARIABLE OQO INPUT jacks ricer UKO EO OO ASSIGNABLE OOS RS232C MULTI CHANNEL IN 2 MULTI CHA TE PRE OUT nae a Le ROOM T Loo out hn our hn Ai A BD D B B B o D A INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT Camcorder OO CCM or TV game VCR VCR Tip When the component is equipped with S video jacks you can connect th
49. LD TV SAT A 150 mV VIDEO 1 2 3 2 INPUT SHORT 3 Weighted network input level Inputs Digital CD SACD DVD LD Coaxial Sensitivity Impedance 75 ohms S N 100 dB A 20 kHz LPF CD SACD DVD LD TV SAT MD DAT Optical Sensitivity Impedance S N 100 dB A 20 kHz LPF Outputs TAPE MD DAT REC OUT VIDEO 1 2 AUDIO OUT Voltage 150 mV Impedance 10 kilohms FRONT L R CENTER SURROUND L R SURROUND BACK L R SUB WOOFER Voltage 2 V Impedance 1 kilohms EQ BASS 99 Hz 1 0 kHz 21 steps MID FRONT L R CENTER only TREBLE Gain levels 198 Hz 10 kHz 36 steps 1 0 kHz 10 kHz 23 steps 10 dB 0 5 dB step FM tuner section Tuning range Antenna terminals Sensitivity Mono Stereo Usable sensitivity S N Mono Stereo 87 5 108 0 MHz 75 ohms unbalanced 18 3 dBf 2 2 uV 75 ohms 38 3 dBf 22 5 uV 75 ohms 11 2 dBf 1 wV 75 ohms 76 dB 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono Stereo Separation Frequency response Selectivity AM tuner section Tuning range With 10 kHz tuning scale With 9 kHz tuning scale Antenna Usable sensitivity S N Harmonic distortion Selectivity At 9 kHz At 10 kHz 0 3 0 5 45 dB at 1 kHz 30 Hz 15 kHz 0 5 2 dB 60 dB at 400 kHz 530 1 710 kHz 531 1 710 kHz Loop antenna 50 dB m at 1 000 kHz or 999 kHz 54 dB
50. M 10 kHz The AM tuning scale can be changed see page 79 Automatic tuning 1 Rotate FUNCTION to switch the function to TUNER 2 Press FM AM to select the FM or AM band 3 Press TUNING or Press to scan from low to high press to scan from high to low The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received In case of poor FM stereo reception Press FM MODE to switch to monaural audio If the FM stereo reception is poor and STEREO flashes in the display select the monaural audio so that the sound will be less distorted Direct tuning Enter a frequency of the station directly by using the remote For details on the supplied remote refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote STR DA7ES Use the supplied remote RM TP1 1 Touch RM SELECT The RM SELECT screen appears 2 Touch AMP The screen for operiting the receiver appears 3 Touch TUNER The receiver swiches to the TUNER input 4 Touch e to return to the RM SELECT screen 5 Touch TUNER in the RM SELECT screen 6 Touch FM AM to select the FM or AM band You can also use the FM AM button on the receiver 7 Touch to display screen 2 3 8 Touch DIRECT 9 Touch the numeric buttons to enter the frequency Example 1 FM 102 50 MHz Touch 1 0 2 5 0 Example 2 AM 1 350 kHz You don t have to enter the last 0 when the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz Touch 1 gt 3 5 0 If you ve tune
51. Press MUTING to cancel the muting function The protective device on the receiver has been activated because of a short circuit Turn off the receiver eliminate the short circuit problem and turn on the power again When only a very low level sound is heard check to see if NIGHT MODE is activated page 38 The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed e Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely e Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu There is severe hum or noise e Check that the speakers and components are connected securely e Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor and at least 3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent light e Move your TV away from the audio components e Make sure you have grounded rh SIGNAL GND terminal only when a turntable is connected The plugs and jacks are dirty Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol There is no sound from the center speaker e Make sure the sound field function is on press MODE e Select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode page 35 e Adjust the speaker level page 44 e Make sure the center speaker size parameter is set to either SMALL or LARGE page 22 76 8 There is no sound or only a very low level sound is heard from the surround surround back speakers e Make sure the sound field function is on press MODE e Select the CINEMA STUDIO
52. S O N Y 4 241 666 11 3 FM Stereo FM AM 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 9 Serial No STR DA7ES STR DA4ES 2002 Sony Corporation 2GB To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To prevent fire do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers table cloths curtains etc And don t place lighted candles on the apparatus To prevent fire or shock hazard do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus Don t throw away the battery with general house waste dispose of it correctly as chemical waste Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet For customers in the United States RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN e CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
53. SIGNABLE Connect to either the COAXIAL IN or the OPTICAL IN jack We recommend making connections to the COAXIAL IN jack If you want to connect several digital components but cannot find an unused input See Assigning the audio input AUDIO SPLIT page 41 Tips e All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies e You can also connect an LD player with a DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator You cannot connect an LD player s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this unit s digital input jacks Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the RF demodulator Notes e No sound is output when playing a Super Audio CD disc on a Super Audio CD player connected to the CD SACD OPTICAL or COAXIAL IN jacks on this receiver Connect the player to the analog input jacks CD SACD IN jacks Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player e You cannot make digital recordings of digital multi channel surround signals 120 1b Connecting components with multi channel output jacks 1 Connect the audio jacks If your DVD LD and CD Super Audio CD players are equipped with multi channel decoder you can connect them to this receiver s MULTI CHANNEL IN jacks to enjoy the sound of the connected component s multi channel decoder Alternatively the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external mul
54. SURR BACK DECODING page 39 to match the input stream to the mode you prefer 34ce Using only the front speakers In this mode the receiver outputs the sound from the front L R speakers only There is no sound from the sub woofer Listening to 2 channel stereo sources 2CH STEREO Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel Press 2CH STEREO 2CH STEREO appears in the display and the receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode Note No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH STEREO mode To listen to the 2 channel stereo sources using the front L R speakers and a sub woofer set to the AUTO DECODING mode Listening to analog audio ANALOG DIRECT You can switch the audio of the selected function to the two channel analog input This function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources Also see D POWER on page 47 When using this function only the volume and front speaker balance can be adjusted 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the function you want to listen to in analog audio 2 Press ANALOG DIRECT ANALOG DIRECT appears in the display and the analog audio is output Note This function is canceled when you switch the sound field pages 35 37 Selecting a sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver s pre programmed sound field
55. ails see CUSTOMIZE menu parameters below 3 Turn the jog dial to adjust the selected parameter 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items CUSTOMIZE menu parameters The initial setting is underlined E MENU EXPAND Menu expanding ON The advanced parameters for the SET UP SURROUND LEVEL and EQ menus are displayed and can be adjusted For details on each setup items see pages 21 43 45 and the following pages OFF The advanced parameters are not displayed E dts 96 24DEC DTS 96 24 decoding mode AUTO When a DTS 96 24 signal is input it is played back at 96 kHz sampling frequencies OFF Even when a DTS 96 24 signal is input it is played back at 48 kHz sampling frequencies Note This parameter is valid only in the AUTO DECODING mode page 34 In other sound fields this parameter is always set to OFF E 2CH MODE 2 channel decoding mode You can use the CUSTOMIZE menu to set the 2 channel decoding mode page 38 You can set this parameter only when NORMAL SURROUND or AUTO DECODING is selected In the Cinema Studio EX mode this parameter is always set to PRO LOGIC and cannot be changed For details on each decoding mode see page 38 The selected decoding mode is applied only when the Dolby Digital Lt Rt signal is input PRO LOGIC PLI MOVIE e PLI MUSIC e Neo Cinema e Neo Music E SB DECODING Surround back decoding mode You can use the
56. andard mode great for watching most any type of movies E CINEMA STUDIO EX B Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Kim Novak Theater cinema production studio This mode is ideal for watching science fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects E CINEMA STUDIO EX C Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack punos punouns bulAofuy continued 3598 Selecting a sound field continued About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements e Virtual Multi Dimention Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers Screen Depth Matching Creates the sensation that the sound is coming from inside the screen like in theaters e Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the type of reverberation found in theaters The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously Tips e You can also select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode by pressing MODE repeatedly e You can identify the encoding format of DVD software etc by looking at the logo on the package pampoen Dolby Digital discs DO petsysuenouns Dolby Surround encoded programs Petey DTS Digital Surround encoded programs Notes The effects
57. ard video signals or vice versa e The on screen display will not appear on a TV connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks even if you press ON SCREEN DVD LD player TV monitor llo 000l 000 O Dia H H D ia VIDEO 1 OUT OUT CONTROLS YE S2VIDEO S2 viDEO AIII oT N OUT N Y OD MoDAT TAPE EA OIO O O O z5 oO olo olo coaxiat TRIGGER h w ASSIGNABLE CO 2326 8 TORO E as oB B 3 5 12 ovo F loPTicaL R N Tip When the component is equipped with S video jacks you can connect the component to the S2 VIDEO jacks on this receiver In addition this receiver can convert standard video signals to S video signals for output from the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO jacks Note You can listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV s audio output jacks to the TV SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver In this case do not connect the TV s video output jack to the TV SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver If you connect a separate satellite tuner etc connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above 146 1c Connecting components with only analog audio jacks Hooking up audio components For details on the required cords A E see page 9 papes Hu MD DAT deck Turntable V
58. atteries 2 STR DA4ES only Remote commander RM LP211 1 R6 size AA batteries 3 For details on the area code of the component you are using see page 3 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 79GB Index Adjusting brightness of the display 31 CUSTOMIZE parameters 47 58 EQ parameters 45 55 LEVEL parameters 44 54 SET UP parameters 21 49 speaker volumes 26 SURROUND parameters 43 52 Automatic tuning 28 Changing display 31 effect level 43 Clearing receiver s memory 21 Crossover frequency 51 52 CUSTOMIZE menu 47 58 Digital Cinema Sound 35 Direct tuning 29 Dubbing See Recording Editing See Recording Effect level 43 EQ menu 45 55 Indexing See Naming Labeling See Naming LEVEL menu 44 54 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia LN Test tone 26 Tuning O automatically 28 directly 29 OSD 49 preset stations 30 Preset stations 2nd room 67 69 3rd room 67 69 Naming 58 how to preset 30 how to tune 30 Recording on an audio tape or MD 60 on a video tape 60 Scanning preset stations See Preset tuning radio stations See Automatic tuning Selecting component 27 front speaker system 59 sound field 35 37 SET UP menu 21 49 Sleep timer 59 Sound field customizing 43 pre programmed 35 37 resetting 45 selecting 35 37 Speakers adjusting speaker volume 26 connection 19 impedance 18 placement 18 Supplied accessories 7
59. by Surround In Addition this mode can reproduce sound in 5 1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or old movies PLII MUSIC Performs the Pro Logic II Music mode decoding This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs e Neo Cinema Performs the DTS Neo 6 Cinema mode decoding This setting is ideal for movies encoded in DTS Surround e Neo Music Performs the DTS Neo 6 Music mode decoding This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs Tips e When PLII MUSIC is selected you can make further adjustments using CENTER WIDTH DIMENSION PANORAMA in the SURROUND menu e You can select the 2 channel decoding mode using 2CH MODE in the CUSTOMIZE menu page 47 Selecting the surround back decoding mode SB DECODING This function lets you select the decoding mode for the surround back signals of the multi channel input stream By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software etc recorded in the Surround EX format you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Matrix DTS ES Discrete 6 1 etc Press SURR BACK DECODING repeatedly to select the surround back decoding mode SB DECODING XXXX appears in the display When the receiver is decoding the surround back signal the SB DEC indicator lights up Surround back decoding modes AUTO e MATRIX OFF For details see How to
60. component 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the function The selected function appears in the display To select the Display VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 Camcorder or VIDEO 3 TV game DVD or LD player DVD LD Satellite tuner TV SAT Tape deck TAPE MD or DAT deck MD DAT CD or Super Audio CD SACD CD player Built in tuner TUNER Turntable PHONO 2 Turn on the component and start playback When you select a component which is also connected to the TV such as VCR or DVD player turn on the TV and set the TV s video input to match the component you selected If your TV is connected to the receiver s MONITOR jack the video from the selected function will be displayed on the TV 3 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume To mute the sound Press MUTING Notes on using headphones e When headphones are connected you can select only the following sound fields page 35 HEADPHONE 2CH HEADPHONE DIRECT HEADPHONE MULTI1 HEADPHONE MULTI2 HEADPHONE THEATER When headphones are connected and you use the MULTI CH DIRECT function with center speaker CENTER SP set to NO or MIX and sub woofer SUB WOOFER set to NO only the front L R signals of the multi channel sound are output from the headphones To listen to the sound of all channels press one of the other sound field buttons to cancel the MULTI CH DIRECT function uoneiado soun 1 1 dwy 27 0
61. corder components 1 Set the function selector on the amplifier or receiver to the source component 2 Set the source component to pause mode make sure both the B and Ill indicators light together 3 Set the recorder component to the REC PAUSE mode 4 Press PAUSE on the recorder component The source component is released from the pause mode and recording begins shortly thereafter When playback ends from the source component recording stops Notes e Do not set more than one component to the pause mode e Certain recorder components may be equipped with a special synchronized recording function that uses the CONTROL A1II Control System like CD Synchro Dubbing In this case refer to the operating instructions supplied with the recorder component 64ce Using S LINK CONTROL S system If you have a S LINK CONTROL S compatible Sony TV satellite tuner monitor DVD player or VCR use an audio video control S connecting cord supplied or a control S connecting cord supplied to connect the CTRL S STATUS IN for TV satellite tuner or monitor or OUT for VCR etc jack on the receiver to the appropriate S LINK jack on the respective component Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV satellite tuner monitor VCR etc for details The following illustration is an example of S LINK CONTROL S hookups between the receiver a TV a VCR and a DVD player When your TV is connected to
62. cut off to ensure superior sound quality when D POWER is set to AUTO OFF 60 82 Recording on a video tape You can record from a VCR a TV or an LD player using the receiver You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape See the operating instructions of your VCR or LD player if you need help 1 Select the program source to be recorded 2 Prepare the component for playing For example insert the laser disc you want to record into the LD player 3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 for recording 4 Start recording on the recording VCR then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want to record Tip You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or laser disc Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source select the program source then start playback The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium To resume audio recording from the original medium select the video source again Notes e You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 OUT or VIDEO 2 OUT jacks e Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the TV SAT and DVD LD inputs Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections e Some
63. d in an AM station adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception STR DA4ES Use the supplied remote RM LP211 1 Select TUNER from the FUNCTION list to switch the function to TUNER You can also use the FUNCTION control on the receiver 2 Select FM AM from the SUB menu to select the FM or AM band You can also use the FM AM button on the receiver 3 Select DIRECT TUNING from the SUB menu 4 select the numbers for the frequency using the NUM menu Example 1 FM 102 50 MHz Press 1 0 2 5 0 Example 2 AM 1 350 kHz You don t have to enter the last 0 when the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz Press 1 3 5 0 If you ve tuned in an AM station adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers flash Make sure you ve entered the right frequency If not repeat steps 3 and 4 If the entered numbers still flash the frequency is not used in your area uoneiado soun L 1 dwy 29GB Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to Presetting radio stations 1 Rotate FUNCTION to switch the function to TUNER 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning page 28 or Direct Tuning page 29 3 Press MEMORY MEMORY appears in the display for a few seconds Do steps 4
64. d in movie theaters This decoder can be used for all the Surround EX formats Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Matrix 6 1 DTS ES Discrete 6 1 Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder Dolby Digital 5 1 6 1 5 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital EX 6 1 5 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5 1 6 1 5 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Matrix 6 1 6 15 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Discrete 6 1 6 1 5 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX When you select OFF Surround back decoding is not performed 6 1 channel decod flag is the information recorded in software like DVDs 2 Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films 3 Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both Surround EX and 5 1 channel signals 4 Software encoded with both 5 1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to 6 1 discrete channels Discrete 6 1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters 5 When two surround back speakers are connected the output channel will be 7 1 channels 40 Advanced Adjustments and Settings Assigning the audio input AUDIO SPLIT You can assign the audio input for each function This function is convenient in the following cases Example When you have two DVD players and no
65. digital audio input jack is available for the second DVD player Connect the first DVD player to the DVD LD COAXIAL IN jack and connect the second DVD player to the DVD LD OPTICAL IN jack Also connect the analog audio video output jacks on the second DVD player to the VIDEO 2 INPUT jacks on the receiver Assign DIGITAL ONLY COAXIAL to DVD LD function and assign DVD LD OPTICAL to VIDEO 2 function 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the function whose audio input mode you want to assign 2 Press AUDIO SPLIT 3 Rotate FUNCTION to select the audio input The audio input you can assign varies for each function For details see Selectable audio inputs for each function below Select NO ASSIGN if you do not want to assign any audio input to the selected function 4 Press AUDIO SPLIT The audio input is assigned to the function selected in step 1 If you do not press AUDIO SPLIT within 8 seconds the receiver automatically assigns the audio input displayed in the display Selectable audio inputs for each function DVD LD CD SACD function NO ASSIGN DIGITAL ONLY COAX DIGITAL ONLY OPT ONLY ANALOG INPUT TV SAT MD DAT function NO ASSIGN DVD LD COAXIAL CD SACD COAXIAL ONLY ANALOG INPUT PHONO function NO ASSIGN VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD LD ANALOG TV SAT ANALOG gt TAPE gt MD DAT ANALOG CD SACD ANALOG All other analog fu
66. e Pages Enjoying Surround Sound Main unit roosen n E 6 Getting Started 1 Check how to hookup your COMPpOnents oo eeceeceesseeeseeseeeeeetees 8 la Connecting components with digital audio output jacks 10 1b Connecting components with multi channel output jacks 13 1c Connecting components with only analog audio jacks oe 15 Connecting the antennas 17 Connecting speakers eee 18 Connecting the AC power cord 20 Setting up the speakers 0 21 DnnfwW WN Adjusting the speaker levels and balance TEST TONE 26 Amplifier Tuner Operation 49B Selecting the component 0 00 27 Listening to multi channel sound MULTI CH DIRECT ue 28 Listening to FM AM radio 28 Presetting radio stations Changing the display cee About the indications in the display 32 Automatically decoding the input audio signal AUTO DECODING 34 Using only the front speakers 34 Selecting a sound field o oo 35 Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo 6 2CH MODE cee 38 Selecting the surround back decoding mode SB DECODING 39 Advanced Adjustments and Settings Assigning the audio input AUDIO SPLIT eee 41 Switching the audio input mode for digital components INPUT MODE cece 42 Customizing sound fields 0 0 0 0 43 Adjusting the equalizer 45 Advanced settings
67. e component to the S2 VIDEO jacks on this receiver In addition this receiver can convert standard video signals to S video signals for output from the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO jacks Note You can listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV s audio output jacks to the TV SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver In this case do not connect the TV s video output jack to the TV SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver If you connect a separate satellite tuner etc connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above 16 2 Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna Notes e To prevent noise pickup keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components ASSIGNABLE FM wire ant supplied AM loop ant supplied 05 ST enna enna OUT DVD LD _ VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 UT Ol S2V0E0 oT N IOA Ol S2 voeo OT N VIDEO oT UN AUDIO our ON e Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna e After connecting the FM wire antenna keep it as horizontal as possible Do not use the h SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the receiver SURRBACK CENTER coe papes Hu 17 3 Connecting speakers Connect your speakers to the receiver This receiver alows you to use a 7 1 channel speaker system To
68. e receiver See page 34 CH PRESET D SKIP buttons Press repeatedly to select a preset station or channel When using a multi disc changer press to skip a disc Operation buttons The following table describes the function of the buttons Button s Function Starts play Starts play on the front side of the cassette lt Starts play on the reverse side of the cassette l Pauses play or recording and starts recording when the component is in recording standby E Stops play kea P gt Pi Skips tracks Aar Fast forwards or rewinds continued AS juo SALVG ULS 270W y y Huisn suoes do Listening to the sound in another room continued 13 USE MODE button Press to change the mode of the remote or to change the category of the buttons 14 USE MODE indicator The function of these buttons switches automatically each time you press the function buttons 3 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 Tip To clear all programmed signals press I and USE MODE at the same time The remote is reset to its factory setting 7268 Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the function buttons to suit the components in your system For example if you connect a LD player t
69. e surround speakers to LARGE e SMALL If the sound is distorted or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other LARGE speakers NO If you did not connect surround speakers select NO When the surround speakers are set to NO the surround back speakers are also automatically set to NO E SURR BACK SP Surround back speaker size When the surround speakers are set to NO the surround back speakers are also automatically set to NO and the setting cannot be changed e LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies select LARGE Normally select LARGE However if the front speakers are set to SMALL you cannot set the surround back speaker to LARGE e SMALL If the sound is distorted or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the surround back channel bass frequencies from the front speakers if set to LARGE or sub woofer NO If you did not connect a surround back speaker select NO Tip The LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that
70. ect TUNER from the FUNCTION list to switch the function to TUNER 2 Move the easy scroll key to select the preset number you want then press the key to enter the selection Changing the display Changing the information in the display You can check the volume sound field or the decoding information by changing the information in the display Press DISPLAY repeatedly The displayed information varies according to the selected function All functions except TUNER Function name and volume level l Function name and decoding information l Function name and sound field name All functions except TUNER When the function name is indexed page 58 r Index name and volume level v Function name and volume level v Index name and decoding information v Function name and decoding information v Index name and sound field name v Function name and sound field name TUNER m gt TUNER indication and volume level TUNER indication and decoding information TUNER indication frequency and preset number TUNER indication and sound field name When you have entered names to the preset stations page 58 the index name appears instead of the TUNER indication Changing the brightness of the display Press DIMMER repeatedly The DIMMER button lights up and the brightness of the display changes in 6 steps When you set to
71. eflections to simulate a sonically longer L or shorter S room You can adjust from S to L in 17 steps The midpoint 0 designates a standard room with no adjustment E FRONT REVERB Front reverberation This parameter is especially for D CONCERT HALL A B page 36 This parameter lets you adjust the amount of reverberations to add to the front signals according to the original reverberations in the source DRY Select to decrease front reverberations e STD Normally select STD WET Select to increase front reverberations E SCREEN DEPTH Screen depth Lets you create the sensation that the sound of the front speakers comes from inside the screen in your listering room like theaters OFF This function is not activated MID Normally select MID DEEP Lets you create the sensation that the sound comes from a very large screen with a greate amount of screen depth continued ia s6ui s pue szuowysn py posueapy 53c8 54ce Advanced settings continued E VIR SPEAKERS Virtual speakers This parameter is especially for the Cinema Studio EX modes page 35 ON The virtual speakers are created OFF The virtual speakers are not created E SURR ENHANCER Surround reflection enhancer This parameter is especially for the Cinema Studio EX modes page 35 This parameter lets you add the effect of a broader sound when the surround channel sound is monaural ON The e
72. eries with new ones Notes e Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or ANALOG humid place DIRECT e Do not use a new battery with an old one e Do not expose the remote sensor of the receiver to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses Doing so may cause a malfunction e If you don t use the remote for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion 1 switch Press to turn the receiver on or off or to turn the 2nd or 3rd room output on or off N Command mode buttons Press to select the command mode Tips e Each time you press a function button or other operation buttons on the remote the current command mode button lights up e You can switch the command mode temporarily For example when set to AV SYSTEM 1 if you press CD SACD while holding down AV SYSTEM 2 the signal for AV SYSTEM 2 mode is output 70 98 es Function buttons The function changes according to the mode of the remote AV SYSTEM 1 2 Press to select the source of the receiver 2ND ROOM Press to select the source you want to output from the 2ND ROOM jacks 3RD ROOM Press to select the source you want to output from the 3RD ROOM jacks Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use When you press any of the function buttons the receiver turns on The components are factory assigned to
73. ess and tightness of the overall sound may also be affected While listening from the main listening position select the setting that best suits your environment E DISTANCE UNIT Distance unit Lets you select the unit of measure for setting distances e meter The distance is displayed in meters e feet The distance is displayed in feet 50 98 E SURR POSI Surround speaker position Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes page 35 e SIDE Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section Q e MIDDLE Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section O BEHIND Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section O Tip SURR POSI Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the sound fields of the Cinema Studio EX modes For other sound fields speaker position is not so critical Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle However if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position the surround effects becomes unclear unless set to SIDE Neve
74. fer level Initial setting 0 dB You can adjust from 20 dB to 10 dB in 0 5 dB steps E MULTI CH 1 SW XXX dB Multi channel 1 sub woofer level E MULTI CH 2 SW XXX dB Multi channel 2 sub woofer level Initial setting 0 dB Lets you increase the level of the MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 2 sub woofer channel by 10 dB This adjustment may be necessary when connecting a DVD player to the MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 2 jacks The sub woofer level from DVD players is 10 dB lower than Super Audio CD players Only one of these parameters appears according to the T TONE setting in the CUSTOMIZE menu page 48 Only when SURR BACK L R is set to NO page 23 3 Only when SURR BACK L R is set to YES page 23 Note When one of the following sound fields are selected no sound is output from the sub woofer if FRONT SP front speaker size in the SET UP menu is set to LARGE However the sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains LFE Low Frequency Effect signals D CONCERT HALL A B CHURCH OPERA HOUSE JAZZ CLUB LIVE CONCERT ARENA STADIUM For advanced LEVEL menu adjustments Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set MENU EXPAND to ON to enable advanced adjustments For details on MENU EXPAND see page 47 For details on how to set the items see page 54 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings 1 Press 1
75. ffect is automatically applied to sources recorded in Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital 2 1 3 1 or dts 2 1 3 1 etc and the surround channel is monaural OFF This function is not activated E BASS FREQ XXX X Hz Bass frequency of the equalizer Initial setting 250 Hz Unlike the equalizer in the EQ menu which lets you adjust the overall sound quality of each set of speakers this parameter lets you adjust the bass frequency of each sound field You can adjust from 99 Hz to 1 0 kHz in 21 steps E TREBLE FREQ XXX X Hz Treble frequency of the equalizer Initial setting 2 5 kHz Unlike the equalizer in the EQ menu which lets you adjust the overall sound quality of each set of speakers this parameter lets you adjust the treble frequency of each sound field You can adjust from 1 0 kHz to 10 0 kHz in 23 steps Advanced LEVEL menu parameters When MENU EXPAND is set to ON all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable See page 44 for the LEVEL menu adjustments Initial settings are underlined All LEVEL menu parameters TEST TONE FRONT L_I_R CENTER XXX X dB SURROUND L XXX X dB SURROUND R XXX X dB SURR BACK XXX X dB SURR BACK L XXX X dB SURR BACK R XXX X dB S WOOFER XXX X dB MULTI CH 1 SW XXX dB MULTI CH 2 SW XXX dB LFE MIX LEVEL XXX X dB D RANGE COMP Adjustable only when MENU EXPAND is set to ON
76. 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 channel You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker 6 1 channel or two additional surround back speakers 7 1 channel See Selecting the surround back decoding mode on page 39 Example of 7 1 channel speaker system configuration Center speaker Front speaker R Surround speaker R Front speaker L Active sub woofer Surround speaker L Surround back speaker R Surround back speaker L Tip Since the active sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals you can place it wherever you want Speaker impedance To enjoy the best possible multi channel surround connect speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher to the FRONT CENTER SURROUND and SURROUND BACK terminals and set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to 8Q Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your speakers if you are not sure of their impedance This information is often on the back of the speaker Alternatively you may connect speakers with nominal impedances between 4 and 8 ohms to any or all of the speaker terminals However be sure to set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to 4Q if you connect even one speaker with a nominal impedance between 4 and 8 ohms N
77. he command mode to CD 2 and connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver Connections Connect monaural 2P mini plug cords in series to the CONTROL A1II jacks on the back of each component You can connect up to 10 CONTROL A11 compatible components in any order However you can connect only one of each type of component i e 1 CD player 1 MD deck 1 tape deck and 1 receiver You may be able to connect more than one CD player or MD deck depending on the model Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the respective component for details Example Amplifier CD MD Tape Other Receiver player deck deck component In the CONTROL A1II control system the control signals flow both ways so there is no distinction of IN and OUT jacks If a component has more than one CONTROL A1 jack you can use either one or connect different components to each jack Jacks and connection examples CONTROL a11 Oi aa S E e CONTROL A11 CD player oes og I MD deck On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections It is possible to make connections between CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A11 jacks For details regarding particular connections or set up options refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component s About the connecting cord Some CONTROL A1 compatible components are supplied with a connecting cord as an accessory In this case use the connecting cord for your connecti
78. ht compression you may not notice much difference when using 0 1 0 9 Therefore we recommend using the MAX setting This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes Unlike analog limiters the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression Notes e Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only e While NIGHT MODE is activated D RANGE COMP is automatically set to MAX and the setting cannot be changed Advanced EQ menu parameters When MENU EXPAND is set to ON all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable See page 45 for the EQ menu adjustments Initial settings are underlined All EQ menu parameters FRONT BASS XXX X dB FRONT BASS XXX Hz FRONT MID XXX X dB FRONT MID XXX Hz FRONT MID FRONT TREBLE XXX X dB FRONT TREBLE XXX Hz CENTER BASS XXX X dB CENTER BASS XXX Hz CENTER MID XXX X dB CENTER MID XXX Hz CENTER MID CENTER TREBLE XXX X dB CENTER TREBLE XXX Hz SURROUND BASS XXX X dB SURROUND BASS XXX Hz sui s pue sqzuow ysni py posueApy SURROUND TRE XXX X dB SURROUND TRE XXX Hz SUR BACK BASS XXX X dB SUR BACK BASS XXX Hz SUR BACK TRE XXX X dB SUR BACK TRE XXX Hz PRESET CLEAR Adjustable only when MENU EXPAND is set to ON continued 55 0
79. ich supplies power to the connected component only while the receiver is turned on Make sure that the total power consumption of the component s connected to the receiver s AC OUTLET s does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel Do not connect high wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons fans or TVs to this outlet This may cause a malfunction 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 Press 1 0 to turn off the receiver 2 Hold down I for 5 seconds ENTER to Clear All appears in the display 3 Press DOOR OPEN to open the door of the front panel then press ENTER After MEMORY CLEARING appears in the display for a while MEMORY CLEARED appears The following are reset to their factory settings e All settings in the SET UP CUSTOMIZE SURROUND LEVEL and EQ menus e The sound field memorized for each function and preset station e All preset stations e All index names for functions and preset stations 5 Setting up the speakers Use the SET UP menu to set the types and sizes of the speakers connected to the receiver 1 Press 1 to turn on the receiver 2 Press SET UP The SET UP button lights up and the first SET UP parameter appears in the display
80. ignment e In step 3 if you press several function buttons the category of the last pressed button is selected Valid buttons and the corresponding categories Categories Button Ist pressed 2nd pressed 3rd pressed VIDEO VTRI VTR4 VIDEO2 VTR2 VTRS VIDEO3 VTR3 VTR6 DVD LD DVD player LD player TV SAT TV SAT TAPE Tape deck A Tape deckB MD DAT MD deck DAT deck CD SACD CD player 1 CD player2 CD player 3 To assign to VIDEO CD press VIDEO 1 first then press CD SACD To clear all remote button assignments Hold Down USE MODE then press 1 Advanced remote operations When using a Sony receiver as an amplifier in the 2nd or 3rd room the following operations are possible e Switching the output source for the 2ND or 3RD ROOM OUT jacks e Switching the Sony receiver s power on or off in the 2nd or 3rd room e Adjusting the volume of the Sony receiver in the 2nd or 3rd room Notes e This receiver has only 2 command modes AV SYSTEM 1 and AV SYSTEM 2 Therefore this receiver shound only be used as an amplifier for one additional soom 2nd or 3rd room The first command mode will be used for the main room the second can be used for either the 2nd or 3rd room e When using this remote in the 2nd 3rd room be sure to set each receiver main room and 2nd 3rd room to a different command mode The reason for this is that if the command modes of the t
81. m also turn off The default setting of the volume is co dB no sound output AjUO SALVG ULS 2 0Way y Huisn suores do continued 678 Listening to the sound in another room continued E 2nd room operation Main room Audio Video components STR DA7ES Cy IR repeater not supplied Speaker IR repeater not supplied Using an optional IR repeater as shown above The following operations are possible with the RM US105A remote e Switching the output source for the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks e Adjusting the volume from the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks Switching the output to the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks on or off Set the command mode of the RM US105A remote to the 2ND ROOM mode 1 Press USE MODE momentarily The current command mode button slowly lights up 5 times 2 While the button blinks press AV SYSTEM 1 or AV SYSTEM 2 according to the command mode of the reciever in the main room 3 Press USE MODE momentarily again 4 Press 2ND ROOM while the button blinks The command mode has been set to the 2nd room mode Tip 2nd room Monitor ow RM US105A Once steps 1 and 2 are done the setting is stored in the remote s memory However when you change the command mode of the receiver perform steps to 4 again 68 8 E 3rd room operation Main room 3rd room Audio Video components Speaker Amplifier
82. nctions NO ASSIGN DVD LD COAXIAL gt DVD LD OPTICAL TV SAT OPTICAL MD DAT OPTICAL CD SACD COAXIAL CD SACD OPTICAL Tips When you select a function for which an audio input is assigned the AUDIO SPLIT button lights up e You can also select the audio input assigned with this function using INPUT MODE page 42 Notes e You cannot use the AUDIO SPLIT function when the ANALOG DIRECT or MULTI CH DIRECT function is activated e You cannot assign an audio input for TUNER function s6u1 5 pue sjuaw3snipy posueapy 4168 When the multi channel audio input Switching the audio input is assigned to a specific function mode for digital components page 47 The following is displayed instead of AUTO INPUT MODE 2CH and ANALOG 2CH FIXED AUTO MULTI CH 1 2 You can switch the audio input mode for Gives priority to the analog audio signals input functions which have digital audio input jacks to the MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 2 jacks when You can also select the COAXIAL or there is no digital audio signals OPTICAL audio inputs of other functions using e MULTI CH 1 2 FIXED the AUDIO SPLIT page 41 Specifies the analog audio signals input to the MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 2 jacks 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the function 2 jacks whose audio input mode you want to switch 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select the audio input mode The selected audio input mode appears in the display
83. not a malfunction If you continuously use this unit at a large volume the cabinet temperature of the top side and bottom rises considerably To avoid burning yourself do not touch the cabinet On placement e Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver e Do not place the receiver near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust or mechanical shock e Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions On operation Before connecting other components be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver On cleaning Clean the cabinet panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver please consult your nearest Sony dealer Troubleshooting 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 There is no sound no matter which component is selected e Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on e Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is not set at co dB e Check that the SPEAKERS switch is not set to OFF page
84. nt for which you use the 2 way remote control system Then set the 2 way remote control system for the component to ON For other components set the 2 way remote control system to OFF E T TONE Test tone mode Lets you select the test tone output mode page 26 e NORMAL Lets you output the test tone from each speaker in sequence PHASE NOISE Lets you output the test tone from two adjacent speakers at a time in sequence PHASE AUDIO Lets you output the source sound instead of the test tone from two adjacent speakers at a time in sequence E INSTALLER MODE RS232C control E 12V TRIG MAIN 12 V trigger for the main room E 12V TRIG 2ND 12 V trigger for the 2nd room E 12V TRIG 3RD 12 V trigger for the 3rd room STR DA7ES only For details see Custom install mode on page 57 E OSD COLOR Color of the on screen display Lets you select the color of the on screen display e COLOR The on screen display is displayed in color MONOCHROME The on screen display is displayed in monochrome E OSD H POSITION OSD horizontal position Initial setting 4 Lets you adjust the position of the on screen display horizontally You can adjust from 0 to 64 E OSD V POSITION OSD vertical position Initial setting 4 Lets you adjust the position of the on screen display vertically You can adjust from 0 to 32 E COMMAND MODE Command mode Lets you select the command mode of the remote If
85. o the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver you can set the VIDEO2 button on this remote to control the LD player Note however that the settings of the TUNER button cannot be changed 1 Press USE MODE for more than 2 seconds The indicator remains lit 2 Press the function button you want to change the assignment of The indicator turns off when a valid button is pressed Only the first function button that is pressed will be registered Example Press VIDEO2 3 Press the function button whose assignment you want to change See the table below for the factory assigned categories of each button To select 2nd pressed or 3rd pressed categories press the same button twice or three times The indicator turns off when a valid button is pressed Example Press DVD LD twice 4 Press SOURCE The new assignment is registered The indicator slowly lights up twice then goes off Tip If the operation is unsuccessful the indicator flashes four times and the remote automatically exits the button assignment mode In this case the new assignment is not registered and the previous setting remains Notes e If you do not press a button during step 2 through 4 within thirty seconds the remote automatically exits the button assignment mode Start again from step 1 e In step 3 if you press the same button more than the possible number of categories that can be selected only the last category is registered for the new ass
86. on When using a commercially available cord use a monaural 2P mini plug cord less than 2 meters long with no resistance Basic Functions The CONTROL ALII functions will operate as long as the component you want to operate is turned on even if all of the other connected components are not turned on E Automatic function selection When you connect a CONTROL AIII compatible Sony amplifier or receiver to other Sony components using monaural mini plug cords the function selector on the amplifier or receiver automatically switches to the correct input when you press the play button on one of the connected components Notes e You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier receiver using a monaural mini plug cord in order to take advantage of the automatic function selection feature This function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier or receiver inputs according to the names on the function buttons Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons In this case refer to the operating instructions supplied with the receiver When recording do not play any components other than the recording source It will cause the automatic function selection to operate continued suo1 eJ do 19470 6398 CONTROL A11 S LINK control system continued E Synchronized recording This function lets you conduct synchronized recording between the selected source and re
87. ote Be sure to turn the power off before adjusting the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR 18 Required cords Speaker cords not supplied E Monaural audio cord not supplied Black E gt E gt Active sub woofer Front speaker R Front speaker L Center speaker INPUT 9 E SPEAKERS FRONT B pepyeys 6unje5 fi MEPR ATEJ p IMPEDANCE USE 4 169 SE SPEAKERS COCO R SURROUND L OOOO l0 R SURRBACK L iD VARIABLE PRE OUT 3RD ae IMPEDANCE SELECTOR ec Hac Ara Surround back Surround back Surround speaker Surround speaker speaker R speaker L R L You can select the font speakers you want to use with the SPEAKERS switch For details see Selecting the speaker system page 59 Tf you only plan to connect one surround back speaker connect it to the SPEAKERS SURR BACK L terminal 19 4 Connecting the AC power cord Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN terminal on the receiver then connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet You can connect up to one component to the AC OUTLET s on the receiver AC power cord supplied AC OUTLET AC OUTLET E Ram IMPEDANCE SELECTOR A AC IN terminal 2098 Notes The AC OUTLET s on the rear of the receiver is a switched outlet wh
88. ovies with monaural soundtracks E STEREO MOVIE Creates a theater like environment from movies recorded with stereo soundtracks E CHURCH Reproduces the acoustics of a stone church E OPERA HOUSE Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house E JAZZ CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club E DISCO CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque dance club E LIVE CONCERT Reproduces the acoustics of a 300 seat live house E ARENA Reproduces the acoustics of a 1 000 seat concert hall E STADIUM Reproduces the feeling of a large open air stadium E GAME Obtains maximum audio impact from TV game software When the headphones are connected You can select only from the following sound fields E HEADPHONE 2CH Outputs the sound in 2 channel stereo Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels E HEADPHONE DIRECT Outputs the analog signals without digital processing by the equalizer sound field etc E HEADPHONE MULTI 1 2 Outputs the analog signals input to the MULTI CHANNEL IN jacks E HEADPHONE THEATER Allows you to experience a theater like environment while listening through a pair of headphones To turn off the surround effect Press AUTO DEC or 2CH STEREO punos punouwins bulAofuy continued 3748 Selecting a sound field continued Enjoying the surround effect at low volume level
89. page 73 then perform the procedures on page 68 or 69 To set the remote RM US105A not to adjust the volume Press the following buttons in step 3 e 3RD ROOM during 2nd room mode e 2ND ROOM during 3rd room mode This locks the use of 1 MASTER VOL MASTER VOL on the remote RM US105A from controlling any receiver in the main 2nd 3rd room Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further On power sources e Before operating the unit check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet even if the receiver itself has been turned off If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet To disconnect the AC power cord grasp the plug itself never pull the cord One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your dealer e AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop On heat buildup Although the unit heats up during operation this is
90. possible continued payers bumn 236GB 5 Setting up the speakers continued E FRONT XX feet Front speaker distance Initial setting 16 feet Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers You can adjust from 3 feet to 40 feet in 1 foot steps If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position set the distance to the closest speaker When placing surround speakers to your side long room When placing surround speakers behind you wide room 2408 E CENTER XX feet Center speaker distance Initial setting 16 feet Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker You can adjust from a distance equal to the front speaker distance to a distance 5 feet closer to your listening position in 1 foot steps When this range is exceeded the display blinks If you select a setting while the display is blinking you will not be able to enjoy full surround effects E SURROUND XX feet Surround speaker distance Initial setting 16 feet Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers You can adjust from a distance equal to the front speaker distance to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position in 1 foot steps When this range is exceeded the display blinks If you select a setting while the display is blinking you will not be able to
91. provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal e When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers 3698 Selecting the DIGITAL CONCERT HALL modes These modes reproduce the acoustics of a concert hall by applying multi speaker system dynamics to 2 channel audio signals like those from CDs etc Press MODE repeatedly to select the DIGITAL CONCERT HALL mode you want The selected mode appears in the display E D CONCERT HALL A Uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the sound characteristics of the CONCERTGEBOUW in Amsterdam which is famous for a large sound stage produced by reflectivity E D CONCERT HALL B Uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the sound characteristics of the MUSIKVEREIN in Vienna which is famous for its hall resonance and unique reverberative sound Selecting other sound fields Press MODE repeatedly to select the sound field you want The selected sound field appears in the display E NORMAL SURROUND Software with multi channel surround audio signals is played back according to the way it was recorded This sound field reproduces the acoustics of a small rectangular concert hall For software with 2 channel audio signals you can select from a variety of decoding modes according to the 2CH MODE setting E MONO MOVIE Creates a theater like environment from m
92. r treble level E SURROUND BASS XXX X dB Surround speaker bass level E SURROUND TRE XXX X dB Surround speaker treble level E SUR BACK BASS XXX X dB Surround back speaker bass level E SUR BACK TRE XXX X dB Surround back speaker treble level Initial setting 0 dB You can adjust from 10 dB to 10 dB in 0 5 dB steps 46 To apply the stored equalizer Press EQ BANK repeatedly to select EQ 1 5 Select EQ OFF to turn off equalization Clearing Stored Equalizer Settings 1 Press EQ BANK repeatedly to select the equalizer EQ 1 5 you want to clear 2 Press EQ 3 Press the cursor buttons lt or gt to select PRESET CLEAR 4 Turn the jog dial to select YES then press ENTER Are you sure appears in the display 5 Turn the jog dial to select YES then press ENTER The adjusted contents of the selected equalizer bank are cleared For advanced EQ menu adjustments Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set MENU EXPAND to ON to enable advanced adjustments For details on MENU EXPAND see page 47 For details on how to set the items see page 55 Advanced settings Using the CUSTOMIZE menu to adjust the receiver You can adjust various receiver settings using the CUSTOMIZE menu T Press CUSTOMIZE The CUSTOMIZE button lights up and the CUSTOMIZE menu appears in the display 2 Press the cursor buttons lt or gt to select the parameter For det
93. ransmission of control signals which enable automatic operation and control features usually associated with integrated systems savior Currently CONTROL A1LII connections between a Sony CD player amplifier receiver MD deck and cassette deck provide automatic function selection and synchronized recording In the future the CONTROL A1II connection will work as a multifunction bus allowing you to control various functions for each component Notes The CONTROL A11 Control System is designed to maintain upward compatibility as the Control System is upgraded to handle new functions In this case however older components will not be compatible with the new functions e Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the CONTROL AIII jacks are connected via a PC interface kit to a personal computer running MD Editor or similar application Also do not operate the connected component in a manner contrary to the functions of the application as this may cause the application to operate incorrectly suoi e190dQ 13430 continued 610 CONTROL A11 S LINK control system continued CONTROL Al1II and CONTROL A1 compatibility The CONTROL A control system has been updated to the CONTROL AIII which is the standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components Components with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with CONTROL A111 and can be
94. rtheless each listening environment has many variables like wall reflections and you may obtain better results using BEHIND or MIDDLE if your speakers are located high above the listening position even if they are to the immediate left and right Therefore although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation we recommend that you playback 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 not sure which sounds best select BEHIND and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance E SURR HEIGHT Surround speaker height E SURR BACK HGT Surround back speaker height Lets you specify the hight of your surround speakers and the surround back speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes page 35 LOW Select if the height of your surround speakers or the surround back speakers corresponds to section HIGH Select if the height of your surround speakers or the surround back speakers corresponds to section This setup item is not available when SURROUND SP surround speaker size is set to NO 2 This setup item is not available when SURR BACK
95. s They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home Sound field list NORMAL SURROUND CINEMA STUDIO EX A CINEMA STUDIO EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX C MONO MOVIE STEREO MOVIE D CONCERT HALL A D CONCERT HALL B CHURCH OPERA HOUSE JAZZ CLUB DISCO CLUB LIVE CONCERT ARENA STADIUM GAME About DCS Digital Cinema Sound Sound fields with marks use DCS technology DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony DCS uses the DSP Digital Signal Processor technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood When played at home DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director Enjoying movies using the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for watching motion picture DVDs etc with multi channel surround effects You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainment s dubbing studio in your home Press CINEMA STUDIO EX repeatedly to select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode you want The selected CINEMA STUDIO EX mode appears in the display E CINEMA STUDIO EX A Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Cary Grant Theater cinema production studio This is a st
96. sor buttons lt or gt to select the parameter For details see LEVEL menu parameters below 4 While monitoring the sound turn the jog dial to adjust the selected parameter 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other parameters LEVEL menu parameters E TEST TONE Test tone Initial setting OFF Lets you output the test tone sequentially from each speaker When set to AUTO the test tone is output from each speaker automatically When set to FIX you can select which speaker will output the test tone E PHASE NOISE Phase noise Initial setting OFF Lets you output the test tone sequentially from two adjacent speakers E PHASE AUDIO Phase audio Initial setting OFF Lets you output the source sound instead of the test tone sequentially from two adjacent speakers E FRONT Front speaker balance Initial setting midpoint 0 Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers You can adjust from 8 dB to 8 dB in 0 5 dB steps 44c8 E CENTER XXX X dB Center speaker level E SURROUND L XXX X dB Surround speaker L level E SURROUND R XXX X dB Surround speaker R level E SURR BACK XXX X dB Surround back speaker level E SURR BACK L XXX X dB Surround back speaker L level E SURR BACK R XXX X dB Surround back speaker R level Initial setting 0 dB You can adjust from 20 dB to 10 dB in 0 5 dB steps E S WOOFER XXX X dB Sub woo
97. source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal COAX Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL terminal L F E Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE Low Frequency Effect channel When the sound of the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced the bars underneath the letters lights up to indicate the level Since the LFE signal is not recorded in all parts of the input signal the bar indication will fluctuate and may turn off during playback uonesedo seun L11 dwy i 3368 Enjoying Surround Sound Automatically decoding the input audio signal AUTO DECODING In this mode the receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input Dolby Digital DTS standard 2 channel stereo etc and performs the proper decoding if necessary This mode presents the sound as it was recorded encoded without adding any surround effects If you connect an active sub woofer When the audio signal is 2 channel stereo or if the source signal does not include a LFE signal the receiver generates a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer Press AUTO DEC AUTO DECODING appears in the display and the receiver switches to the AUTO DECODING mode Tip In most cases AUTO DECODING provides the most appropriate decoding However when playing software encoded in the Dolby Digital EX format you may want to use
98. that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies select LARGE Normally select LARGE However if the front speakers are set to SMALL you cannot set the center speaker to LARGE e SMALL If the sound is distorted or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers if set to LARGE or sub woofer e NO for all sources except MULTI CH 1 2 If you did not connect a center speaker select NO The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers digital downmix e MIX for all sources except MULTI CH 1 2 If you did not connect a center speaker but want to downmix the center channel audio select MIX This is only active when the front surround and surround back speakers are set to LARGE ANALOG DOWNMIX When all speakers are not set to LARGE the center channel will be downmixed digitally DIGITAL DOWNMIX When using MULTI CH 1 2 sources the sound of the center channel is output from the front speakers if you select either NO or MIX m SURROUND SP Surround speaker size e LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies select LARGE Normally select LARGE However if the front speakers are set to SMALL you cannot set th
99. the 3rd room even when the amplifier in the 3rd room is turned off MAIN Lets you link 3rd room trigger operation to the main room s6uijes pue squewysnipy pesueapy i 57 28 Other Operations Naming preset stations and functions You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and functions and display it in the receiver s display 1 To index a preset station Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER then tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for page 31 To index a function Rotate FUNCTION to select a function you want to create an index name for 2 Press CUSTOMIZE The CUSTOMIZE button lights up and the CUSTOMIZE menu appears in the display 3 Press the cursor button gt to select NAME IN The preset station name or the function name flashes 4 Press ENTER The cursor flashes and you can select a character 5 Create an index name by using the jog dial and cursor buttons lt or gt Turn the jog dial to select a character then press the cursor button gt to move the cursor to the next position Tips e You can select the character type as follows by turning the jog dial Alphabet upper case Alphabet lower case Numbers Symbols e To enter a blank space turn the jog dial until a blank space appears in the display e If you made a mistake press the cursor button lt or gt until the character you want to change flashes then turn
100. ti channel decoder For details on the required cords A E see page 9 TV SAT DVD LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 N status OUT OUT CONTROL S s2 VIDEO se Veo S2VIDEO 2 VIDEO N N UT N Oo N Y Y y Y Y vieo OUT N vi 0 0 0 DEO OUT N Ol Ol E AUDIO AUDIO AU our IN OO Ei eo FRONT SURROUND 0000 Q O01 e 8 o 5 SIGNAL GND oor st TRIGGER vooen MA ssa CF a 4 0 K MULTI CHANNEL IN 2 DVD LD player CD Super Audio CD player Multichannel decoder etc Tips e This connection also allows you to enjoy software with multi channel audio recorded in formats other than the Dolby Digital DTS and MPEG 2 e Make connections to either the MULTI CHANNEL IN 1 or 2 jacks according to the number of audio output jacks of the component Note DVD and Super Audio CD players do not have SURR BACK terminals continued peyejs Hu 13 1b Connecting components with multi channel output jacks continued 2 Connect the video jacks The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD or LD player with COMPONENT VIDEO Y B Y R Y output jacks Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video Notes e On this receiver the component video signals cannot be converted to S video or stand
101. ttention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical ZN A ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark As an ENERGY STAR partner Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency For customers in Canada CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE If you have any questions about this product you may call Sony Customer Information Center 1 800 488 7669 The Number below is for the FCC related matters only Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade name SONY Model No STR DA7ES STR DA4ES Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 680 Kinderkamack Road Oradell NJ 07649 U S A Telephone No 201 930 6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation About This Manual e The instructions in this manual are for models STR DAZTES and STR DA4ES Check your model number by
102. urn on output of 12V triggers for the main room when the receiver in the main room is turned on e OFF Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers for the main room even when the receiver in the main room is turned on FUNC Lets you select which functions will output the 12V triggers for the main room Initial settings when 12V TRIG MAIN is set to ON VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD LD TV SAT TAPE MD DAT CD SACD TUNER PHONO To select the functions which will output the 12V triggers 1 Press ENTER while 12V TRIG MAIN FUNC is displayed 2 Press the cursor buttons lt lt or gt to select a function 3 Turn the jog dial to turn the 12V trigger ON OFF 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to make all necessary changes 5 Press ENTER when you have finished E 12V TRIG 2ND 12 V trigger for the 2nd room Controls the 2nd room 12V trigger output ON Lets you turn on output of 12V triggers for the 2nd room when the amplifier in the 2nd room is turned on OFF Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers for the 2nd room even when the amplifier in the 2nd room is turned off MAIN Lets you link 2nd room trigger operation to the main room E 12V TRIG 3RD 12 V trigger for the 3rd room STR DA7ES only Controls the 3rd room 12V trigger output ON Lets you turn on output of 12V triggers for the 3rd room when the amplifier in the 3rd room is turned on e OFF Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers for
103. wo receivers are the same the volume of the receiver in the main room will increase when you raise the volume in the 2nd 3rd room continued AjUO SALVG ULS 2 0WayY y Huisn suoes do 7348 Listening to the sound in another room continued Main room AV SYSTEM 2 Audio Video components 2ND or 3RD ROOM z OUT STR DA7ES To change button assignments for the 2nd room mode When the remote is set to the 2nd room mode you can set the remote to turn the receiver on off or adjust the volume You can assign the following buttons 1 MUTING MASTER VOL MASTER VOL Example To set the command mode of above 4 buttons to AV SYSTEM 1 while in the 2nd room mode 1 Press USE MODE more than 2 seconds The indicator remains lit 2 Press 2ND ROOM 3 Press AV SYSTEM 1 4 Press SOURCE The indicator slowly lights up twice then goes off For the above 4 buttons the signals for AV SYSTEM 1 are output even in the 2nd room mode Besides you can operate the receiver whose command mode is AV SYSTEM 1 To change assignments for the 3rd room Press 3RD ROOM in step 2 74 08 2nd or 3rd room AV SYSTEM 1 Monitor Speaker Speaker Receiver STR XXXX Note To reset the assignments of I OR MUTING MASTER VOL MASTER VOL press 2ND ROOM during 2nd room mode or 3RD ROOM during 3rd room mode in step 3 Or clear all remote button assignments

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