4-230-072-12(1)
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
2000 Sony Corporation
STR-V444ES
STR-V333ES
2
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
For customers in the United States
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 presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
INFORMATION
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 attention 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.
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. STR-V444ES/V333ES
Serial No.
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.
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
• Before operating the receiver, 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
unit 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.
• AC power cord must be changed only at
the qualified service shop.
On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup and prolong the life of the
receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
• 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.
3
The instructions in this manual are for models
STR-V444ES and STR-V333ES. Check your model number
by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In
this manual, the STR-V444ES is used for illustration
purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in
operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“STR-V444ES only.”
Type of differences
Model
Feature
Component video
inputs/outputs
2 coaxial audio
inputs
1 coaxial audio
inputs
2ND AV
outputs
2ND AUDIO
outputs
About This Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Hooking Up the Components 4
Unpacking 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 6
Video Component Hookups 7
Digital Component Hookups 8
5.1CH Input Hookups 10
Other Hookups 11
Hooking Up and Setting Up the
Speaker System 14
Speaker System Hookup 15
Performing Initial Setup Operations 17
Multi Channel Surround Setup 18
Before You Use Your Receiver 23
Location of Parts and Basic
Operations 24
Front Panel Parts Description 24
Enjoying Surround Sound 29
Selecting a Sound Field 30
Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround
Displays 35
Customizing Sound Fields 36
Receiving Broadcasts 45
Direct Tuning 46
Automatic Tuning 47
Preset Tuning 47
Other Operations 49
Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 50
Recording 50
Using the Sleep Timer 51
Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 52
CONTROL A1 Control System 54
Additional Information 56
Troubleshooting 56
Specifications 58
Glossary 61
Tables of Settings Using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ,
and SET UP buttons 62
Index 65
V444ES V333ES
z
z
z
z
z
Conventions
• 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, refer to the separate operating instructions
supplied with the remote.
• The following icon is used in this manual:
z Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.
This receiver incorporates Dolby
* Digital and Pro Logic
Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
*
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol ; are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished Works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.
All rights reserved.
**
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US
Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved.
4
Hooking Up
the
Components
This chapter describes how to connect
various audio and video components
to the receiver. Be sure to read the
sections for the components you have
before you actually connect them to
the receiver.
Unpacking
Check that you received the following items with the unit:
• FM wire antenna (1)
• AM loop antenna (1)
• Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1)
• Control S connecting cord (1)
• Remote commander RM-LJ304 (remote) (1)
• R6 (size-AA) batteries (3)
STR-V444ES only
• Remote commander RM-US104 (remote) (1)
• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the
battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at
the remote sensor
on the receiver.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with your remote.
z
When to replace batteries
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about
3 months (alkaline batteries) or 2 months (manganese batteries).
When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all
batteries with new ones.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting
apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• 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.
• The remote RM-LJ304 is designed for use with alkaline
batteries only. Do not use a combination of different battery
types.
Before you get started
• Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.
• Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the
connections are completed.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and
noise.
• 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.
5
Hooking Up the Components
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BALRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
FM wire antenna
(supplied)
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
Important
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.
Note
Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the
receiver.
Terminals for connecting the antennas
Connect the To the
AM loop antenna AM terminals
FM wire antenna FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal
Antenna Hookups
Notes on antenna hookups
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna
away from the receiver and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as
horizontal as possible.
z
If you have poor FM reception
Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver
to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.
Outdoor FM antenna Receiver
Ground wire
(not supplied)
To ground
6
Hooking Up the Components
INOUT
LINE
L
R
LINE
INPUT OUTPUT
ç
ç
LINE
L
R
LINE
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
OUTPUT
ç
ç
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BA
LRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
White (L) White (L)
Red (R) Red (R)
Jacks for connecting audio components
Connect a To the
Turntable PHONO jacks
CD player CD jacks
Tape deck TAPE jacks
MD deck or DAT deck MD/DAT jacks
Note on audio component hookups
If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the
U SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver.
Required cords
Audio cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components.
Audio Component Hookups
Turntable
Tape deck
MD/DAT deck
CD player
7
Hooking Up the Components
AUDIO OUT VIDEO
OUT
L
R
OUTPUT
AUDIO OUT VIDEO
OUT
L
R
OUTPUT
VIDEO
IN
INPUT
VIDEO
OUT
R
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
OUTPUTINPUT
L
INOUT
VIDEO
OUT
R
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
IN
OUTPUTINPUT
L
Ç
Ç
INOUT
Ç
Ç
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BALRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
To the front panel
Note on video component hookups
You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV/
SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound
effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not
connect the TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT VIDEO
IN jack on the receiver. If you are connecting a separate
TV tuner (or satellite tuner), connect both the audio and
video output jacks to the receiver as shown above.
z
When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks
Your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video
signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not
be output through the video jacks.
Jacks for connecting video components
Connect a To the
TV or satellite tuner TV/SAT jacks
VCR VIDEO 1 jacks
Additional VCR VIDEO 2 jacks
DVD or LD player DVD/LD jacks
TV monitor
1)
MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack
Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the
front panel
1)
You can display the SURROUND, LEVEL, EQUALIZER
parameters by pressing the ON SCREEN button.
Required cords
Audio/video cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components.
Video cord for connecting a TV monitor
You can use the video cord of the supplied audio/video/control
S cord. (See page 12 for details.)
Video Component Hookups
Camcorder
or video
game
TV monitor
TV or satellite tuner
DVD or LD player
Yellow (video) Yellow (video)
White (L/audio) White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)
VCR
VCR
8
Hooking Up the Components
DVD/LD
VIDEO IN
DIGITAL
DVD/LD IN
(COAXIAL)
(OPTICAL)
AC-3 RF
OUT
VIDEO OUT
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
VIDEO
OUT
R
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
R
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUTPUT
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BALRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
Required cords
Optical digital cords (not supplied)
Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
Audio/video cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components.
Yellow Yellow
Black Black
DVD or LD player (etc.)*
Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and
satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to
bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie
theater into your home. To enjoy full effect of multi
channel surround sound, five speakers (two front
speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a
sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD
player with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like
the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).
Digital Component Hookups
TV or satellite tuner
Please note that you cannot connect an LD player’s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this unit’s digital input jacks.
You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. Connect the LD player to the RF
demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator’s optical or coaxial digital output to this unit’s OPTICAL or COAXIAL
DVD/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details on DOLBY DIGITAL RF
hookups.
Example of LD player connected via an RF demodulator
RF demodulatorLD player
Yellow (video) Yellow (video)
White (L/audio) White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)
Note
When making connections as shown above, be sure to set INPUT MODE (4 on page 24) manually. This unit may not operate correctly if
INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO.”
*
Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of optical connections.
DIGITAL
DVD/LD IN
(COAXIAL)
or (OPTICAL)
9
Hooking Up the Components
White (L) White (L)
Red (R) Red (R)
Required cords
Optical digital cords (not supplied)
Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
Audio cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components.
Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or DAT deck
to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital
input jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s
digital output jack. These connections allow you to make
digital recordings of a CDs and TV broadcasts.
Black Black
*
Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of optical connections (STR-V444ES only).
Notes
• Please note that you cannot make a digital recording of a digital multi channel surround signal.
• All the OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling frequencies.
• It is not possible to record analog signals to TAPE and VIDEO with only digital connections. To record analog signals, make analog
connections. To record digital ºsignals, make digital connections.
MD or DAT deck
Yellow Yellow
INOUT
ç
ç
LINE
L
R
LINE
INPUT OUTPUT
ç
ç
DIGITAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
INOUT
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BA
LRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
LINE
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
OUTPUT
CD Player*
(STR-V444ES only)
10
Hooking Up the Components
5.1 CH INPUT
VIDEO OUT
SUB WOOFER
SPEAKERS
REAR/CENTER
SPEAKERS
FRONT
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
L
R
REAR
FRONT
5.1CH OUTPUT
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BA
LRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
5.1CH Input Hookups
Required cords
Audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH INPUT FRONT and REAR jacks
White (L) White (L)
Red (R) Red (R)
Monaural audio cords (not supplied)
Two for the 5.1CH INPUT CENTER and SUB WOOFER jacks
Black Black
Video cord (not supplied)
One for the DVD/LD VIDEO IN jacks (etc.)
Yellow Yellow
Note
When using the connections described below, adjust the level of
your surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or
multichannel decoder.
Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel
decoder, it is also equipped with 5.1CH INPUT jacks.
These connections allow you to enjoy multichannel
software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital
(AC-3) and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with
5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, you can connect them directly to
this unit to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi
channel decoder. Alternatively, the 5.1CH INPUT jacks
can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder.
To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, you will
need five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers,
and a center speaker) and a sub woofer. Refer to the
instruction manual supplied with your DVD player, multi
channel decoder, etc., for details on the 5.1 channel input
hookups.
Example of a DVD player hookup using the 5.1CH INPUT jacks
Note
See page 15 for details on speaker system hookup.
DVD player
Front Speaker (L)
Front Speaker (R)
Rear Speaker (L)
Rear Speaker (R)
Center Speaker
Active Woofer
DVD player,
Multichannel decoder, etc.
DVD/LD
IN VIDEO etc.
11
Hooking Up the Components
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
SPEAKERS
L
R
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
White (L) White (L)
Red (R) Red (R)
AC power cord
Required cords
Audio cords (not supplied)
When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the
appropriate jacks on the components.
Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1)
Control S connecting cord (1)
Black E Black E
*
The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets on the rear panel varies according to the model and country to which the receiver is shipped.
To a wall outlet
Other Hookups
Yellow (video) A
White (L/audio) B
Red (R/audio) C
Black (control S) D
Yellow (video) A
White (L/audio) B
Red (R/audio) C
Black (control S) D
Example of a 2nd room hookup using the 2ND AV jacks (STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO jacks
(STR-V333ES)
You can use the 2ND AV jacks to output the audio and video signal of the selected component (STR-V444ES) or 2ND
AUDIO jacks to output the audio signal of the selected component (STR-V333ES) to a stereo amplifier located in another
room. Press 2ND AV (STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO (STR-V333ES) repeatedly to switch the audio (and video) signal output
to the 2nd room.
Speaker (R)
Speaker (L)
Main room
Stereo amplifier
2nd room
Note
This function is not available when 5.1CH INPUT is selected.
(STR-V444ES only)
Monitor
CTRL S (STATUS) IN/OUT
2ND AV (STR-V444ES)
2ND AUDIO (STR-V333ES)
CONTROL A1 AC OUTLET*
b
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BALRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
COMPONENT VIDEO
(STR-V444ES only)
12
Hooking Up the Components
* Audio/video/control S connecting cord (Pull the video cord away
from the supplied audio/video/control S cable for connection A.)
** Control S connecting cord
Note
Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV for details
regarding the operations you can control from your TV.
CONTROL A1 hookup
• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony
CD player, tape deck, or MD deck
Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the
CONTROL A1
jack on the CD player, tape deck, or
MD deck to the CONTROL A1
jack on the receiver.
Refer to “CONTROL A1
Control System” on page 54
and the operating instructions supplied with your CD
player, tape deck, or MD deck for details.
Note
If you make CONTROL A1 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.
• 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 the command mode to “CD 2” and
connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the
receiver.
COMPONENT VIDEO hookup
(STR-V444ES only)
If you have a TV, satellite tuner, DVD player, or LD player
with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, B-Y, R-Y) output jacks and
a monitor with COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks, use a
video cord (not supplied) to connect to the receiver.
Connect a To the
TV or satellite tuner COMPONENT VIDEO TV/SAT
IN jacks
DVD or LD player COMPONENT VIDEO DVD/LD
IN jacks
Monitor COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT jacks
Notes
• If you make COMPONENT VIDEO connections, nothing is
displayed on the on-screen display.
• On this receiver, the component video signals are not
compatible with S-video signals nor video signals.
TV
Receiver
S-LINK CONTROL S hookup
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 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.
VCR 1
DVD
player
Other Hookups
*
*
****
A
DE
B
C
AUDIO
OUT
OUTIN
S-LINK
VIDEO
IN
IN
S-LINK
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
IN
S-LINK
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
13
Hooking Up the Components
Connecting the AC power cord
Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a
wall outlet:
• Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page
15).
• Turn the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost
position (0).
Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video
components to a wall outlet.
If you connect other audio/video components to the AC
OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power
to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the
whole system on or off when you turn the receiver on or
off.
Caution
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.
Note
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks, the
receiver’s entire memory will be cleared.
14
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
SET UP
Hooking Up
and Setting Up
the Speaker
System
This chapter describes how to hook
up your speaker system to the
receiver, how to position each speaker,
and how to set up your speakers to
enjoy multi channel surround sound.
Brief descriptions of buttons and control
used to set up the speaker system
SET UP button: Press to enter the setup mode when
specifying speaker types and distances.
Cursor buttons ( / ): Use to select parameters after
pressing the SET UP button.
Jog dial: Use to adjust the setting of each parameter.
Cursor buttons
Jog dial
15
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L)
Active sub woofer
z
To connect certain speakers to another amplifier
Use the PRE OUT jacks. The same signal is output from both the
SPEAKERS jacks and the PRE OUT jacks. For example, if you
want to connect just the front speakers to another amplifier,
connect that amplifier to the PRE OUT FRONT L and R jacks.
Notes on speaker system hookup
• Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about
2/3 inch (10 mm). Be sure to match the speaker cord to
the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and
– to –. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be
distorted and will lack bass.
• If you use front speakers with low maximum input
rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive
output on the speakers.
1)
See “Speaker impedance” on the next page.
2)
You can connect an active sub woofer to either of the two jacks. The
remaining jack can be used to connect a second active sub woofer.
3)
If you do not use a center speaker, you can connect a rear center
speaker. For details, see page 18.
Terminals for connecting the speakers
Connect the To the
Front speakers (8 or 4
1)
ohm) SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals
Additional pair of front
speakers (8 or 4
1)
ohm)
SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals
Rear speakers (8 or 4
1)
ohm) SPEAKERS REAR terminals
Center speaker or rear center
speaker
3)
(8 or 4
1)
ohm)
SPEAKERS CENTER terminals
Active sub woofer SUB WOOFER PRE OUT
2)
This receiver corresponds with 6.1 channel decording. If
you do not place a center speaker, you can place a rear
center speaker. For details, see page 18.
Required cords
Speaker cords (not supplied)
One for each front, rear, and center speaker
Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
One for an active sub woofer
Speaker System Hookup
Rear speaker (R) Rear speaker (L) Center speaker
(Rear center speaker)
(–)
Black
(+)(+)
(–)
Black
IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR
FRONT
SPEAKERS B
}
]
}
]
}]
}]
}
]
INPUT
AUDIO
IN
AC OUTLET
MONITOR
PHONO
CD
MD/DAT TAPE
IN IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
PRE OUT
FRONT
REAR
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
SIGNAL GND
ND/DAT
OUT
MD/DAT
IN
TV/SAT
IN
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
CD
IN
DVD/LD
IN
OPTICAL
CD
IN
U
CONTROL A1
DIGITAL
75Ω COAXIAL
AM
U
ANTENNA
FM
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
STATUS IN
AUDIO
IN
TV/SAT
S VIDEO
IN
F
VIDEO
IN
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
OUT
CTRL S
IN
AUDIO
IN
DVD/LD
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 2
IN
F
IN
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
F
OUT
OUT
VIDEO 1
IN
F
IN
IN
FRONT REAR CENTER
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
2ND AV
VIDEO
OUT
5.1CH INPUT
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
FRONT
REAR CENTER
REAR CENTER
BA
LRLR
LRLR
LR
LR
TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAKERS
I
MPEDANCE SELECTOR
4 Ω 8 Ω
Y
P
B
/B-Y
P
R
/R-Y
IMPEDANCE USE 4-16Ω
16
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
Speaker impedance
To enjoy multi channel surround, connect front, center,
and rear speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or
higher, and set the speaker IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to
“8Ω.” Check the instruction manual supplied with your
speakers if you’re not sure of their impedance. (This
information is usually printed on a label on the back of
the speaker.)
You may connect a pair of speakers with a nominal
impedance between 4 and 8 ohms to all of the speaker
terminals. However, even if one speaker within this range
is connected, set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to “4Ω”.
Notes
• Be sure to turn the power off when changing the IMPEDENCE
SELECTOR.
• Be sure to connect front speakers with a nominal impedance of
8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets (A+B) of front
speakers (see page 28). In this case, set the IMPEDANCE
SELECTOR to “4Ω”. Do not set the SPEAKER selector to A+B if
you connect speakers with a nominal impedance of 4 to 8 ohms
to either FRONT A or B jacks.
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver.
To prevent this, make sure to take the following
precautions when connecting the speakers.
Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord
do not touch another speaker terminal or the
stripped end of another speaker cord.
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord
Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal.
Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive
removal of insulation.
After connecting all the components, speakers,
and AC power cord, output a test tone to check
that all the speakers are connected correctly. For
details on outputting a test tone, see page 22.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a
test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other than
the one whose name is currently displayed on the
receiver, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Speaker System Hookup
17
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
Once you have hooked up the speakers and turned on the
power, clear the receiver’s memory. Then specify the
speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any
other initial setup operations necessary for your system.
Before turning on the receiver
Make sure that you have:
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0).
• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “e;
SPEAKERS selector” on page 28).
Clearing the receiver’s memory
Before using your receiver for the first time, or when you
want to clear the receiver’s memory, do the following.
1 Turn off the receiver.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
The currently selected function appears in the display.
All of the following items are reset or cleared:
• All preset stations are reset or cleared.
• All sound field parameters are reset to their factory
settings.
• All index names (of preset stations and program
sources) are cleared.
• All adjustments made with the SET UP button are
reset to their factory settings.
• The sound field memorized for each program source
and preset stations are cleared.
• The EQ BANK settings are cleared.
1/u
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
Performing Initial Setup Operations
Performing initial setup operations
Before using your receiver for the first time, use the SET
UP button to adjust the setup parameters so that they
correspond to your system. You can adjust the following
items. For details on how to make adjustments, see the
page in parenthesis.
• Speaker size and placement (pages 18~21).
• Speaker distance (page 20).
• Selecting the 5.1CH video input (page 52).
• Digital power management (page 52).
• Video power management (page 52).
• Sound field link (page 52).
• Whether other components will turn on or off
automatically via the CONTROL A1
control system
(page 52).
• 2 way remote control system operation (page 53).
• Selecting the command mode (page 53).
• Selecting the color of the on-screen display (page 53).
Demonstration Mode
The demonstration is activated when you turn on the
system while pressing SET UP. When the demonstration
starts, the following message appears in the display twice:
“Now Demonstration Mode!! To finish the
demonstration, please push POWER KEY while this
message appears in the display. Thank you!”
To cancel the demonstration
Press ?/1 to turn the receiver off during the previous
message. The next time you turn the receiver on, the
demonstration will not appear.
To view the demonstration
Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the power.
Note
Running the demonstration will clear the receiver’s
memory. For details on what will be cleared, see “Clearing
the receiver's memory” on this page.
18
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
45°
90°
20°
A A
B
CC
45°
90°
20°
A A
B
CC
Multi Channel Surround Setup
For the best possible surround sound all speakers should
be the same distance from the listening position (A).
However, this unit lets you to place the center speaker up
to 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer (B) and the rear L/R speakers
up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) closer (C) to the listening
position.
The front speakers can be placed from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to
12.0 meters) from the listening position (A).
You can place the rear L/R speakers either behind you or
to the side, depending on the shape of your room (etc.).
When placing rear speakers to your side
When placing rear speakers behind you
z
When setting up the rear center speaker
Set the speaker at least one meter behind the listening position. It
is recommended to place the speaker at an equal distance from
the rear L/R speakers. If there is no space behind the listening
position, set the speaker above the listening position by placing it
on a stand or hanging it from the ceiling. To prevent speaker
damage or injury in case the speaker falls, make sure that it is
properly fixed in place.
Note
Do not place the center speaker farther away from the listening
position than the front speakers.
Specifying the speaker parameters
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2 Press SET UP.
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you desire.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the
parameters that follow.
x Front speaker size (FRONT)
Initial setting : LARGE
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally,
select “LARGE”.
• 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 speaker is set to “SMALL”, the center,
rear L/R and rear center speakers are also automatically
set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).
19
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
x Center speaker size (CENTER)
Initial setting : 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 center speaker to
“LARGE”.
• 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. *
1
• If you do not connect a center speaker, select “NO”. The
sound of the center channel will be output from the
front speakers.*
2
x Rear L/R speaker size (REAR L/R)
Initial setting : 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 the rear L/R speakers to
“LARGE”.
• 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 rear L/R channel bass frequencies from
the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
• If you do not connect rear L/R speakers, select “NO”.*
3
z
*1~*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes
*
1
NORMAL
*
2
PHANTOM
*
3
3 STEREO
x Rear center speaker size (REAR CTR)*
Initial setting : NO
This parameter can be set when the center speaker is set to
“NO” and the rear speakers are set to “LARGE” or
“SMALL”. This setting is effective when NORMAL
SURROUND or VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1 is selected.
• 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 rear center speaker to
“LARGE”.
• 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.
However, if the rear L/R speakers are set to “SMALL”,
the rear center speaker is automatically set to “SMALL”.
• If you do not connect a rear center speaker, select “NO”.
z
About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL)
Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker
determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut
the bass signal from that 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 sounds have 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 39.
20
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
x Sub woofer selection (SUB WOOFER)
Initial setting : YES
• If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.
• If you do not connect a sub woofer, select “NO”. This
activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the
LFE signals from other speakers.
• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital
(AC-3) bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting
the sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.
x Front speaker distance (FRONT)
Initial setting : 16 feet (5.0 meter)
Set the distance from your listening position to the front
(left or right) speaker (A on page 18).
• Front speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter)
steps from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to 12.0 meters).
• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from
your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
x Center speaker distance (CENTER)
Initial setting : 16 feet (5.0 meter)
Set the distance from your listening position to the center
speaker.
• Center speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1 meter)
steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance
(A on page 18) to a distance 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer to
your listening position (B on page 18).
• Do not place the center speaker farther away from your
listening position than the front speakers.
x Rear L/R speaker distance (REAR L/R)
Initial setting : 11 feet (3.5 meter)
Set the distance from your listening position to the rear
(left or right) speaker.
• Rear L/R speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1
meter) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker
distance (A on page 18) to a distance 15 feet (4.5
meters) closer to your listening position (C on page 18).
• Do not place the rear L/R speakers farther away from
your listening position than the front speakers.
• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from
your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
Multi Channel Surround Setup
x Rear center speaker distance (REAR CTR)
Initial setting : 11 feet (3.5 meter)
Set the distance from your listening position to the rear
center speaker.
• Rear center speaker distance can be set in 1 foot (0.1
meter) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker
distance (A on page 18) to a distance 15 feet (4.5
meters) closer to your listening position (C on page 18).
• Do not place the rear center speaker farther away from
your listening position than the front speakers.
z
About speaker distances
This unit allows 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 (1.5 meters) closer than the front speakers.
Likewise, the rear L/R speakers can not be set farther away from
the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no
more than 15 feet (4.5 meters) 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.
For example, setting the center speaker distance 3~6 feet (1~2 m)
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 rear L/R speakers are too
close, setting the rear L/R speaker distance closer (shorter) than
the actual distance will create a larger soundstage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often
results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!
21
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
x Rear L/R speaker position (REAR L/R PLACE)*
Initial setting : BEHIND
This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear
L/R speakers for proper implementation of the Digital
Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound
fields. Refer to the illustration below.
• Select “SIDE” if the location of your rear speakers
corresponds to section A.
• Select “MIDDLE” if the location of your rear speakers
corresponds to section B.
• Select “BEHIND” if the location of your rear speakers
corresponds to section C.
This setting only effects the surround modes in the
“VIRTUAL” sound fields.
60
30
A
B
A
B
60°
90°
20°
A
B
30°
B
C C
A
x Rear L/R speaker height (REAR L/R HGT.)*
Initial setting : LOW
This parameter lets you specify the height of your rear
L/R speakers for proper implementation of the Digital
Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound
fields. Refer to the illustration below.
• Select “LOW” if the location of your rear speakers
corresponds to section A.
• Select “HIGH” if the location of your rear speakers
corresponds to section B.
This setting only effects the surround modes in the
“VIRTUAL” sound fields.
* These parameters are not available when “Rear L/R
speaker size (REAR L/R)” is set to “NO”.
z
About the rear speaker position (SIDE, MIDDLE, and BEHIND)
This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the
Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.
With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as
critical as other modes. All of the modes in the “VIRTUAL”
sound fields were designed under the premise that the rear L/R
speaker would be located behind the listening position, but
presentation remains fairly consistent even with the rear L/R
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 “VIRTUAL” sound fields
will not be effective unless the rear L/R speaker position
parameter is set to “SIDE”.
Nevertheless, 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
“Rear L/R speaker position” explanation, we recommend that
you playback multi channel surround encoded software and
listen to the effect each setting has on your listening environment.
Choose the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness
and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the
surround sound from the rear L/R 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.
22
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
Adjusting the speaker volume
Use the remote while seated in your listening position to
adjust the volume of each speaker.
Note
This unit incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered
at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2 Press TEST TONE on the supplied remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in
sequence.
3 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the
test tone from each speaker sounds the same
when you are in your main listening position.
• To adjust the balance of the front right and front left
speakers, use the front balance parameter in the
LEVEL menu (see page 38).
• To adjust the balance of the rear right and rear left
speakers, use the rear balance parameter in the
LEVEL menu (see page 38).
• To adjust the volume level of the center speaker,
press the LEVEL CENTER +/– buttons on the
remote.
• To adjust the volume level of the rear L/R speakers,
press the LEVEL REAR +/– buttons on the remote.
• To adjust the volume level of the rear center speaker,
use the rear center level parameter in the LEVEL
menu (see page 38).
• To adjust the volume level of the sub woofer, use the
sub woofer level parameter in the LEVEL menu (see
page 38).
4 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the test tone.
Note
The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is set to 5.1CH
INPUT.
z
You can adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same
time
Rotate MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or press MASTER
VOLUME +/– on the remote.
Notes
• The front balance, rear L/R balance, center level, rear L/R
level, rear center level, and sub woofer level are shown in the
display during adjustment.
• Although these adjustments can also be made via the front
panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the
receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we
recommend you follow the procedure described above and
adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the
remote control.
Multi Channel Surround Setup
x Front speaker crossover frequency
(FRONT SP >)
Initial setting : STD (=120 Hz)
Lets you adjust the front speaker bass crossover frequency
when the front speakers are set to “SMALL”. The
frequency can be adjusted in 10 Hz steps from 40 Hz to
200 Hz.
x Center speaker crossover frequency
(CENTER SP >)
Initial setting : STD (=120 Hz)
Lets you to adjust the center speaker bass crossover
frequency when the center speaker is set to “SMALL”.
The frequency can be adjusted in 10 Hz steps from 40 Hz
to 200 Hz.
x Rear L/R speaker crossover frequency
(REAR L/R SP >)
Initial setting : STD (=120 Hz)
Lets you adjust the rear L/R speaker bass crossover
frequency when the rear L/R speakers are set to
“SMALL”. The frequency can be adjusted in 10 Hz steps
from 40 Hz to 200 Hz.
p LFE high cut filter (LFE HIGH CUT)
Initial setting: STD (=120 Hz)
This setting lets you select the cutoff frequency of the LFE
channel High Cut Filter. Normally, this should set to STD.
The frequency can be adjusted in 10 Hz steps from 40 Hz
to 200 Hz. When using a passive subwoofer powered by a
separate power amplifier, it may be better to change the
cutoff frequency. When this is the case, use a setting other
than STD.
x Distance unit (DIST. UNIT)
Initial setting : feet (meter)
Lets you select either feet or meters as the unit of measure
for setting distances. 1 foot corresponds to a 1 ms
difference.
23
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
There is no sound no matter which component is
selected.
, Check that both the receiver and all components
are turned on.
, Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is not
set at –∞ dB.
, Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set to
OFF or to a position for front speakers that are not
connected to the receiver (see “e; SPEAKERS
selector” on page 28).
, Check that all speaker cords are connected
correctly.
, Press the MUTING button to turn off the indicator
above the button.
There’s no sound from a specific component.
, Check that the component is connected correctly to
the audio input jacks for that component.
, Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component.
No sound is heard from one of the front
speakers.
, Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack
and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to verify
that sound is output from the headphones (see “e;
SPEAKERS selector” and “PHONES jack” on page
28).
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.
If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 56.
1/u
MASTER VOLUME
FUNCTION
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
Before turning on the receiver
Make sure that you have:
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0).
• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “e;
SPEAKERS selector” on page 28).
Checking the connections
After connecting all of your components to the receiver,
do the following to verify that the connections were made
correctly.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2 Rotate FUNCTION to select a component (program
source) that you connected (e.g., CD player or tape
deck).
3 Turn on the component and start playing it.
4 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to turn up the volume.
If you do not obtain normal sound output after
performing this procedure, look for the reason in the
following checklist and take the appropriate measures to
correct the problem.
Before You Use Your Receiver
24
Front Panel Parts
Description
Location of
Parts and Basic
Operations
This chapter provides information
about the locations and functions of
the buttons and controls on the front
panel. It also explains basic
operations.
1 ?/1 switch
Press to turn the receiver on and off.
• Before you turn on the receiver, make sure that you have
turned the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost
position to avoid damaging your speakers.
2 MASTER VOLUME control
After turning on the component you selected, rotate to
adjust the volume.
3 MUTING button
Press to mute the sound. The indicator above the
button lights up when the sound is muted.
4 INPUT MODE button
Press to select the input mode for your digital
components (CD, DVD/LD, TV/SAT, and MD/DAT).
Each press switches the input mode of the currently
selected component.
Select To
AUTO Give priority to digital signals
when there are both digital and
analog connections. If there are
no digital signals, analog is
selected
DIGITAL (OPTICAL) Specify the digital audio signals
input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL
input jacks
DIGITAL (COAXIAL) Specify the digital audio signals
input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL
input jacks (DVD/LD and CD
only)
ANALOG Specify the analog audio signals
input to the AUDIO IN (L and R)
jacks
• This button cannot be used for a function which is assigned
in AUDIO SPLIT.
25
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations
5 FUNCTION control
Rotate to select the component you want to use.
To select Rotate to light
VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2
Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3
DVD or LD player DVD/LD
TV or satellite tuner TV/SAT
Tape deck TAPE
MD or DAT deck MD/DAT
CD player CD
Built in tuner TUNER
Turntable PHONO
After selecting the component, turn on the component
you selected and play the program source.
• After selecting VCR, camcorder, video game, DVD player,
or LD player, turn on the TV and set the TV’s video input
to match the component you selected.
6 AUDIO SPLIT button
Press to assign the audio input for each function.
This function is convenient when you are using a
number of digital components.
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the source for audio input
assignment.
2 Press AUDIO SPLIT.
3 Rotate FUNCTION to select the audio input.
4 Press AUDIO SPLIT.
However, if you do not press AUDIO SPLIT within
4 seconds, the receiver automatically assigns the selected
audio input.
Notes
• You cannot select the tuner as the audio input.
• INPUT MODE cannot be set to an assigned source in
AUDIO SPLIT.
7 DOOR OPEN button
Press to open the door on the front panel.
8 5.1CH INPUT button
Press to enjoy the audio source connected to the 5.1CH
INPUT jacks. Press 5.1 CH again to return to the
original function.
• When 5.1CH INPUT is selected, the equalizer and sound
field effects do not function.
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
FM MODE
–+
TUNING
NAME
LEVEL
EQ
SURROUND
ON SCREEN
EQ BANK
SET UP
ENTER
SLEEP
DIMMER
1
47658
3
2
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
PHONES
SPEAKERS
MASTER VOLUME
FUNCTION
DOOR OPEN MUTING
FM/AM
PRESET
TUNING
DISPLAY 2 CH
CINEMA
STUDIO EX.
MODEA.F.D.
ANALOG
DIRECT
5.1CH INPUT
VIDEO 3 INPUT
RLVIDEOS-VIDEO AUDIO
I
NPUT MODEAUDIO SPLIT
MEMORY
26
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations
A
OFF
A+ B
B
– +
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1 / u
+–
– +
– +
@ª
!¢ !∞
!ª
!•@•
@§
!¶
!§
@¡
@º
@£
@™
@∞@¶
@¢
!™
!£
9
!¡
0
FM MODE
TUNING
NAME
LEVEL
EQ
SURROUND
ON SCREEN
EQ BANK
SET UP
ENTER
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
PHONES
SPEAKERS
MASTER VOLUME
FUNCTION
DOOR OPEN MUTING
FM /AM
PRESET
TUNING
DISPLAY 2 CH
CINEMA
STUDIO EX.
MODEA.F.D.
ANALOG
DIRECT
5.1CH INPUT
VIDEO 3 INPUT
VIDEOS-VIDEO AUDIO
I
NPUT MODEAUDIO SPLIT
MEMORYMEMORY
SLEEP
DIMMER
e;
9 IR receptor
Receives IR signals emitted by the remote.
q; IR emitter
Emits IR signals to the remote.
qa DISPLAY button
Press repeatedly to change the information on the
display window.
qs The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For
details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page
45.
FM/AM button
Selects the FM or AM band.
PRESET TUNING +/– buttons
Scans all preset stations.
qd Use these buttons to enjoy surround sound. For
details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” starting from
page 29.
A.F.D. button
Press to set the receiver to automatically detect the
type of audio signal being input and perform proper
decoding (if necessary). For details, see “AUTO
FORMAT DECODING” on page 34.
CINEMA STUDIO EX button
Press repeatedly to select CINEMA STUDIO EX. A~C
sound field. For details, see “CINEMA STUDIO EX.
A~C” on page 31.
MODE +/– buttons
Press repeatedly to select the sound field you desire.
For details, see “Selecting a Sound Field” on page 30.
• Sound fields are not compatible with 96 kHz digital audio
signals.
2CH button
Press to output sound from only the front (left and
right) speakers. For details, see “2 CHANNEL” on
page 34.
ANALOG DIRECT button
Press to listen to an analog source without digital
processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.
For details, see “ANALOG DIRECT” on page 34.
• Do not switch to ANALOG DIRECT when you are
recording signals from MD/DAT OPTICAL OUT.
Front Panel Parts Description
27
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations
qf MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator
This indicator lights when the unit is decoding signals
recorded in a multi channel format.
qg 2ND AV button (STR-V444ES)
2ND AUDIO button (STR-V333ES)
Press repeatedly to select 2 channel (stereo) audio and
video signals (STR-V444ES) or audio signals only
(STR-V333ES) for output to a stereo amplifier in
another room (page 11).
Each press selects another audio (and video source)
(except PHONO) to be output from the 2ND AV jacks
(STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO jacks (STR-V333ES).
“SOURCE” selects the same program source as the
main function controls.
• Even if 2ND AV or 2ND AUDIO is set to “SOURCE”, the
sound from front speakers (L/R) is not output when the
receiver is set to 5.1CH INPUT.
• Only signals from components connected to the analog
inputs are output through the 2ND AV or 2ND AUDIO
jacks. No signals are output from components connected to
only the digital inputs.
• When you use AUDIO SPLIT to assign a digital audio
input (for example, DVD OPTICAL) to the main function
and set 2ND AV or 2ND AUDIO to “SOURCE”, the analog
audio signals of the assigned audio (for example, analog
audio input of DVD) is output from the 2ND AV jacks
(STR-V444ES) or 2ND AUDIO jacks (STR-V333ES).
qh SET UP button
Press to activate the setup mode, then use the cursor
buttons (qk) to select any of the following parameters.
You can make various settings using the jog dial (ql).
When you select You can
Speaker setup Specify the front, center, rear L/R, and
rear center speaker sizes, the rear L/R
speaker position, and whether or not you
are using a sub woofer (page 18).
Speaker Distance Specify the front, center, rear L/R, and
rear center speaker distances and the unit
of measurement (page 20).
Crossover Specify the front, center, and rear L/R
frequency* speaker bass crossover frequency (page
22).
LFE High Cut Select the cutoff frequency of the LFE
Frequency channel High Cut Filter (page 22).
Distance Unit Specify units for setting speaker distance
(page 22).
5.1CH Visual Specify the video input to be used with
the audio signals from the 5.1CH INPUT
jacks (page 52).
Digital Power Specify whether or not the system turns
Management off the power of the unnecessary digital
circuits automatically (page 52).
Video Power Specify whether or not the system turns
Management off the power of the unnecessary video
circuits automatically (page 52).
Sound Field Link Set the automatic application of the
sound field to a program source (page
52).
Auto Function Specify whether or not Sony components
connected via control A1 cords will turn
on or off when selected using the
function buttons (page 52).
2 Way Remote Turn on or off response to remote signals
sent from the 2 way remote (page 53).
Command mode Set when you use the second remote in
(STR-V444ES only) the 2nd room (page 53).
OSD color Specify the color of the on-screen
display (page 53).
* Only when the speaker is set to“SMALL” in the speaker setup
parameter.
qj ENTER button
Press to enter individual characters for the preset
station and program source names.
qk Cursor buttons (
/ )
Press to select various speaker level, surround, and
equalizer parameters (etc.).
28
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations
ql Jog dial
Turn to adjust the selected speaker level, surround,
and equalizer parameters (etc.).
w; LEVEL button
Press to activate the speaker level parameters (page
38). The indicator on the button lights up and you can
adjust the various speaker level parameters (front
balance, rear L/R balance, etc.).
wa EQ button
Press to activate the equalizer parameters (page 39).
The indicator on the button lights up and you can
adjust the various equalizer parameters.
ws SURROUND button
Press to activate the surround parameters (page 36).
The indicator on the button lights up and you can
adjust the various surround parameters (effect level,
wall type, etc.).
wd NAME button
Press to activate the name function and enter names
for preset stations and program sources (page 50).
wf ON SCREEN button
Press to turn the on-screen display on or off (page 7).
Press to display the current sound field, and the
parameters for SURROUND, LEVEL, EQUALIZER,
and SETUP. Press again to turn off the on-screen
display.
wg EQ BANK button
Press repeatedly to select an equalizer (EQ 1 ~ 5) or
turn the equalizer off (EQ OFF).
• The equalizer does not function during 5.1CH input, and
when ANALOG DIRECT is selected. Only the front
speakers’ equalizer operates with 96 kHz digital audio
signals.
Front Panel Parts Description
wh SLEEP button
Press to activate the sleep timer.
wj DIMMER button
Press repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the display.
wk TUNING +/– buttons
Scans all the available radio stations.
wl The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For
details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page
45.
MEMORY button
Press to memorize a preset station.
FM MODE button
If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo
reception is poor, press this button. You will not have
the stereo effect but the sound is improved.
e; SPEAKERS selector
Set 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)
OFF No speaker output
*
Be sure to connect front speakers with a nominal impedance of
8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets (A+B) of front
speakers. In this case, set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to
“4Ω”.
PHONES jack
Connects headphones.
• To use the headphones, set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF
to output sound to the headphones.
• To enjoy surround sound from the headphones, we
recommend selecting the HEADPHONE THEATER sound
field. Selecting other sound fields when the SPEAKERS
selector is set to OFF automatically presents a 2 channel
(stereo) downmix from the headphones.
29
Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying
Surround
Sound
This chapter describes how to set up
the receiver to enjoy surround sound.
You can enjoy multi channel surround
when playing back software encoded
with Dolby Digital or DTS.
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by
selecting one of the receiver’s pre-programmed sound
modes. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of
movie theaters and concert halls into your home. You can
also customize the sound modes to obtain the sound you
desire by changing the various surround parameters.
The receiver contains a variety of different sound modes.
The cinema sound modes are designed for use when
playing back movie software (DVD, LD, etc.) encoded
with multi channel surround sound or Dolby Pro Logic.
In addition to decoding the surround sound, some of
these modes also provide sound effects commonly found
in movie theaters.
The virtual sound modes contain compelling applications
of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal
processing technology. They shift the sound away from
the actual speaker locations to simulate the presence of
several “virtual” speakers.
The music (etc.) sound modes are designed for use with
standard audio sources and TV broadcasts. They add
reverberation to the source signal to make you feel as if
you were in a concert hall or stadium (etc.). Use these
sound modes with two-channel sources like CD and
stereo broadcasts of sports programs or musical concerts.
For more information about the sound modes, see pages
31~34.
A.F.D.
The “Auto Format Decoding” sound mode presents the
sound exactly as it was encoded, without adding any
reverberation (etc.).
To fully enjoy surround sound, you must register the
number and location of you speakers. See “Multi Channel
Surround Setup” starting on page 18 to set the speaker
parameters before enjoying surround sound.
30
Enjoying Surround Sound
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
ANALOG DIRECT
LEVEL
EQ
SURROUND
EQ BANK
2CH
MODE +/–
CINEMA STUDIO EX.
A.F.D.
Selecting a Sound Field
You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of
the pre-programmed sound fields according to the
program you want to listen to.
1 Press MODE +/– repeatedly to select the sound
field you desire.
The current sound field is indicated in the display.
See the table starting on page 31 for information on
each sound field.
To turn the sound field off
Press A.F.D. or 2CH (page 34).
z
You can identify Dolby Surround-encoded software by
looking at the packaging
Use discs with the logo. In order to enjoy Dolby Digital
(AC-3) playback you must use discs bearing this logo.
z
When sound signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz are
input
The sound signals are output in stereo automatically, and the
sound field is turned off.
z
6.1 channel matrix decoding
Some movies released after the summer of 1999 added a new
channel to its preexisting 5.1 channel. The new channel added
speakers behind the listening position. In the movie theaters,
these speakers are placed on the rear wall, on each side of the
projection room’s window.
The 6.1 channel system used in movie theaters is called Dolby
Surround EX system. However, to record on movie films, the 6.1
channel is converted to 5.1 channel using matrix encoding, and
the same number of channels are used as Dolby Digital and DTS
recordings. Recordings on the DVD also use the same signals.
A lot of movie theaters screen movies with matrix encoded
5.1 channel signals and this is not unnatural to the ears. However,
when a matrix decoder is used to create rear center speaker
signals, this simulates the same 6.1 channel sound as Dolby
Surround EX system in movie theaters.
This unit is equipped with a matrix decoder allowing for 6.1
channel sound production. With Virtual 3D technology, the rear
center signals can be enjoyed even without an actual rear center
speaker. When the front center speaker is not used, it is possible
to use this channel to output rear center signals.
Particularly with VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1, speakers placed on rear
and side walls in the movie theaters are virtually created. As
reflections and reverberations are also simulated, you can enjoy
powerful sounds as if you are in a movie theater with Dolby
Surround EX system.
Brief descriptions of buttons used to
enjoy surround sound
LEVEL button: Press to light and customize the level
parameters.
SURROUND button: Press to light and customize the
surround parameters in the current sound field.
EQ button: Press to light and customize the equalizer
parameters in the current sound field.
Cursor buttons ( / ): Use to select parameters after
pressing the LEVEL, SUR, or EQ buttons.
Jog dial: Use to adjust parameters and select sound fields
(etc.).
A.F.D. button: Press to set the receiver to automatically
detect the type of audio signal being input and perform
proper decoding (if necessary).
2CH button: Press to output sound from only the front
(left and right) speakers.
MODE +/– button: Press to select the sound field.
CINEMA STUDIO EX buttons: Press to select CINEMA
STUDIO EX. A~C sound field.
EQ BANK button: Press to switch the memorized EQ
(BANK) (EQ 1 ~ 5, OFF).
ANALOG DIRECT button: Press to input the analog
signal without digital processing. When this function is
on, the equalizer and sound field (etc.) are turned off.
Cursor buttons
Jog dial
31
Enjoying Surround Sound
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
Software with multi channel surround audio signals is played
according to the way it was recorded.
Software with 2 channel audio signals, is decoded with Dolby Pro
Logic to create surround effects.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio
using the 3D sound imaging ofV. MULTI DIMENSION (page 32)
to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a
single pair of actual rear speakers.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio
using the 3D sound imaging ofV. MULTI DIMENSION (page 32)
to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from a
single pair of actual rear speakers.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment scoring stage using the 3D sound imaging of V.
MULTI DIMENSION (page 32) to create 5 sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from a single pair of actual rear speakers.
Reproduces the environment of an actual movie theater using the
sound characteristics and 3D sound imaging of CINEMA STUDIO
with 6.1 channel encoded sources. The 3D sound imaging creates a
virtual rear center speaker placed at an ideal 30° angle of elevation
behind the listener.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio
using the 3D sound imaging ofV. SEMI-M. DIMENSION (page 32)
to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from
the sound of the front speakers (without using actual rear
speakers).
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio
using the 3D sound imaging ofV. SEMI-M. DIMENSION (page 32)
to create 5 sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener from
the sound of the front speakers (without using actual rear
speakers).
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment scoring stage using the 3D sound imaging of V.
SEMI-M. DIMENSION (page 32) to create 5 sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from the sound of the front speakers
(without using actual rear speakers).
Allows you to retain a theater like environment while listening at
low volume levels, such as late at night.
Creates a theater like environment from movies with monaural
soundtracks.
Creates a theater like environment from movies recorded with
stereo soundtracks
Allows you to experience a theater like environment while
listening through a pair of headphones.
NORMAL SURROUND
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A
1)2)
(Press CINEMA STUDIO EX
button)
CINEMA STUDIO EX. B
1)2)
(Press CINEMA STUDIO EX
button)
CINEMA STUDIO EX. C
1)2)
(Press CINEMA STUDIO EX
button)
VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX.
A
1)
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX.
B
1)
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX.
C
1)
NIGHT THEATER
MONO MOVIE
STEREO MOVIE
HEADPHONE THEATER
This is a standard mode, great for
watching most any type of movie.
This mode is ideal for watching
science-fiction or action movies with
lots of sound effects.
This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or classic films where music
is featured in the soundtrack.
When not using a center speaker and
the center speaker is set to “NO”, the
center speaker connectors can output
the rear center channel audio signal.
Sound field Effect Notes
1)
“VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual speakers.
However, turning the SURROUND menu “VIR. SPEAKERS” parameter off when using “CINEMA STUDIO EX. A~C” or “SEMI
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A~C” reproduces the sound characteristics of each cinema production studio without virtual speakers.
2)
You can select directly by pressing the buttons on the front panel.
Very effective with 5.1ch discreet
signal sources like Dolby Digital and
DTS.
32
Enjoying Surround Sound
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
Sound field Effect Notes
SIDE*
MIDDLE*
BEHIND*
* See
page 21
Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear
speakers positioned higher than the listener from a
single pair of actual rear speakers. This mode creates 5
sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at
approximately a 30° angle of elevation.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from 1 set of actual rear speakers.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers
from the sound of the front speakers without using
actual rear speakers. This mode creates 5 sets of virtual
speakers surrounding the listener at a 30° angle of
elevation.
V. MULTI DIMENSION
1)
(Virtual Multi Dimension)
V. MULTI REAR
1)
(Virtual Multi Rear)
V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION
1)
(Virtual Semi Multi
Dimension)
* See
page 21
MIDDLE*
BEHIND*
1)
“VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual speakers.
SIDE*
Selecting a Sound Field
33
Enjoying Surround Sound
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A
1)
(Virtual Enhanced Surround A)
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B
1)
(Virtual Enhanced Surround B)
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B
SMALL HALL
CHURCH
OPERA HOUSE
JAZZ CLUB
DISCO/CLUB
LIVE HOUSE
ARENA
STADIUM
GAME
LCR
LS
RS
RSLS
RSLS
LCR
RSLS
Sound field Effect Notes
Ideal for soft acoustic sounds.
Ideal for sources with low
reverberations.
Ideal for musicals and opera.
Great for rock or pop music.
Great for sporting events or electric
(amplified) music.
Be sure to set the game machine to
stereo mode when using game
software with stereo sound
capabilities.
1)
“VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual speakers.
Notes
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening to sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the rear
speakers.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 3 sets of virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without
using actual rear speakers.
Uses 3D sound imaging to create 1 set of virtual rear
speakers from the sound of the front speakers without
using actual rear speakers.
Reproduces the acoustics of a concert hall using multi-
speaker system for software with 2 channel signals like
CDs. This mode uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the
sound characteristics of the representative
CONCERTGEBOUW in Amsterdam which is famous for
its unique sound characteristics that create a large sound
stage due to its sound reflection.
Reproduces the acoustics of a concert hall using multi-
speaker system for software with 2 channel signals like
CDs. This mode uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the
sound characteristics of the representative
MUSIKVEREIN in Vienna which is famous for its hall
resonant due to its unique reverberative sound.
Reproduces the acoustics of a small rectangular concert
hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of a church using multi-speaker
system for software with 2 channel signals like CDs. This
mode uses 3D sound imaging to reproduce the
reverberations that extend toward the ceiling like that of a
church.
Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque/dance club.
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Reproduces the acoustics of a 1000-seat concert hall.
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game
software.
34
Enjoying Surround Sound
Automatically detects the type of audio signal being
input (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard
2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was
recorded/encoded, without adding any effects.
Outputs the sound from the front left and right
speakers only. Standard two channel (stereo) sources
completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi
channel surround formats are downmixed to two
channels.
The analog input signal is not digitally processed. Only
volume control and the balance between the front left
and front right speakers can be adjusted.
AUTO FORMAT DECODING
(Press the A.F.D. button)
2 CHANNEL
(Press the 2CH button)
ANALOG DIRECT
(Press the ANALOG DIRECT
button)
You can use this mode as a reference. Set
the equalizer to OFF while using this mode
to hear the source sound exactly as it was
recorded.
This allows you to play any source using
only the front left and right speakers.
This mode is suitable for the enjoyment of
high quality analog audio sources.
Use the buttons on the front panel to operate the following modes
Note
No sound is output from the sub woofer when the 2 CHANNEL mode is selected. To listen to two channel (stereo) sources using the front
left and right speakers and a sub woofer, use the AUTO FORMAT DECODING mode.
Selecting a Sound Field
35
Enjoying Surround Sound
PRO LOGIC
MONO
RDS
STEREO
OPT
LS
S RS D.RANGEEQ
L C R
MEMORY
TA NEWS INFO
L F E
a
COAX
DIGITAL
a
12
q;
6
7
35
4
89
Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays
1 Playback channel indicators
The letters light to indicate the channels being played
back.
L: Front Left R: Front Right
C: Center (monaural) LS: Left Surround
RS: Right Surround
S: Surround (monaural, the rear components obtained
by Pro Logic processing, or when performing
6.1 MATRIX decoding)
The boxes around the letters light to indicate the
speakers used to playback the channels.
2 ; DIGITAL
This indicator lights when a sound field other than
2 CHANNEL is selected and the unit is decoding
signals recorded in the Dolby Digital (AC-3) format.*
* However, this indicator does not light when the recording format
is 2/0 or when the Dolby Surround encoded flag is ON.
3 COAX
Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal
being input through the COAXIAL terminal.
4 OPT
Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal
being input through the OPTICAL terminal.
5 Tuner indicators
These indicators light when using the receiver to tune
in radio stations, etc. See pages 45~48 for tuner
operations.
6 ;
Lights when Dolby Digital (AC-3) signals are input.
7 PRO LOGIC
Lights when this unit applies Pro Logic processing to
two channel signals in order to output the center and
surround channel signals.*
* However, this indicator does not light if the center and rear L/R
speakers are set to “NO” and the A.F.D. or NORMAL
SURROUND sound fields are selected. This indicator also does
not light when SPEAKERS selector is set to OFF.
8 D. RANGE
Lights when dynamic range compression is active. See
page 39 to adjust the dynamic range compression.
9 EQ
Lights when the equalizer functions. However, even if
EQ 1 ~ 5 is selected, the indicator does not light when
the equalizer is flat.
0 L.F.E.
The letters “L.F.E.” light up when the disc being
played 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.
36
Enjoying Surround Sound
Customizing Sound Fields
By adjusting the surround parameters and the
equalization of the front, rear and center speakers, you
can customize the sound fields to suit your particular
listening situation.
Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored
in the memory indefinitely (unless the receiver is
unplugged for about two weeks). You can change a
customized sound field any time by making new
adjustments to the parameters.
See the table on pages 41~44 for the parameters available
in each sound field.
To get the most from multi channel
surround sound
Position your speakers and do the procedures described
in “Multi Channel Surround Setup” starting from page 18
before you customize a sound field.
Adjusting the surround parameters
The SURROUND menu contains parameters that let you
customize various aspects of the current sound field. The
settings available in this menu are stored individually for
each sound field.
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi
channel surround sound.
2 Press SURROUND.
The button lights up and the first parameter is
displayed.
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you desire.
The setting is entered automatically.
6.1ch Matrix (6.1 MATRIX)
Initial setting : AUTO
This parameter can be used when NORMAL SURROUND
is selected. According to the setting, the receiver decodes
and downmixes the rear center signal to the rear L/R
speakers for 6.1 channel encoded sources. This parameter
lets you enjoy the appropriate surround sound from the
rear channels.
• When set to “AUTO”, the receiver performs 6.1ch
MATRIX decoding only if 6.1ch signals decode flag is
ON.
• When set to “ON”, the receiver performs 6.1ch MATRIX
decoding only if the rear signals are 2channel,
regardless of the 6.1ch decode flag.
• When set to “OFF”, the receiver does not perform 6.1ch
MATRIX decoding.
Pro Logic (PRO LOGIC)
Initial setting : AUTO
This parameter lets you specify the Pro Logic decoding
setting.
• When set to “AUTO”, the receiver performs PRO
LOGIC decoding if Dolby surround encoded flag is ON
or if Pro Logic decoding produces a better sound field.
• When set to “ON”, the receiver performs PRO LOGIC
decoding on rear signals, regardless of the Dolby
surround encoded flag.
• When set to “OFF”, the receiver does not perform PRO
LOGIC decoding.
Effect level (EFFECT)
Initial setting : (depends on sound mode)
This parameter lets you adjust the “presence” of the
current surround effect.
Wall type (WALL)
Initial setting : midpoint
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. This
parameter 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.
The midpoint designates a neutral wall (made of wood).
37
Enjoying Surround Sound
Reverberation time (REVERB)
Initial setting : midpoint
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. This parameter lets you control the spacing
of the early reflections to simulate a sonically longer (L) or
shorter (S) room.
• The reverberation can be adjusted ±8 from S (short, –8)
to L (long, +8) in 17 steps.
• The midpoint (0) designates a standard room with no
adjustment.
Front reverberation (FRONT REVERB)
Initial setting : standard
This setting operates in DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A or B
only. Adjust the amount of reverberations to add to the
front signals according to the original reverberations in
the source. To increase front reverberations, set to “WET”;
to decrease front reverberations, set to “DRY”.
Screen depth (SCREEN DEPTH)
Initial setting : MID
In a movie theater, sound seems to come from inside the
image reflected on the movie screen. This parameter
allows you to create the same sensation in your listening
room by shifting the sound of the front speakers “into”
the screen.
• The screen depth can be set to OFF, MID, or DEEP.
• DEEP provides the greatest amount of screen depth.
Virtual speaker (VIR. SPEAKERS)
Initial setting : ON
Allows you turn the virtual speakers created by the
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A, B, C and SEMI CINEMA
STUDIO EX. A, B, C sound fields off or on.
Rear reflection enhancer (REAR ENHANCER)
Initial setting : ON
This is a setup that adds the effect of a broader sound
obtained from the sound of the surround channel even
when the surround channel sound is monaural. This
setting operates in CINEMA STUDIO EX. A, B, C and
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A, B, C.
• When ON is set, the effect is automatically applied to
sources recorded in Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital
[2/1], [3/1] surround channel
• When OFF is set, there is no effect added.
Bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency)
Unlike the equalizer in the equalizer menu (which allows
you to individually adjust the overall sound quality of
each set of speakers) these parameters allow you to
individually adjust the tonal quality of each sound field.
1 Press the cursor buttons (
or ) repeatedly to select
the gain (dB) or frequency (Hz).
2 Turn the jog dial to adjust.
Repeat until you achieve the sound you desire.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz in
21 steps.
Midrange adjustment (Gain/Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 198 Hz to 10.0 kHz
in 37 steps.
Midrange bandwidth
This parameter lets you adjust the width of the midrange
band.
• “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected
frequency, for general adjustments.
• “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
• “NARROW” provides a narrow band centered on the
selected frequency, for specific adjustments.
Treble adjustment (Gain/Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 1.0 kHz to 10.0 kHz
in 23 steps.
38
Enjoying Surround Sound
Adjusting the level parameters
The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let you adjust
the balance and speaker volumes of each speaker. The
settings available in this menu are applied to all sound
fields.
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi
channel surround sound.
2 Press LEVEL.
The button lights up and the first parameter is
displayed.
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you desire.
The setting is entered automatically.
Front balance (FRONT)
Initial setting : center
Lets you adjust the balance between the front left and
right speakers. The level can even be adjusted during
5.1 CH input.
• The balance can be adjusted ±8 dB in 1 dB steps.
• This settings can also be adjusted using the supplied
remote. See “Adjusting the speaker volume” (page 22).
Rear L/R balance (REAR)
Initial setting : center
Lets you adjust the balance between the rear left and right
speakers. The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH
input.
• The balance can be adjusted ±8 dB in 1 dB steps.
• This settings can also be adjusted using the supplied
remote. See “Adjusting the speaker volume” (page 22).
Center level (CENTER)
Initial setting : 0 dB
Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker. The level
can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from –10 dB to
+10 dB.
Rear L/R level (REAR L/R)
Initial setting : 0 dB
Lets you adjust level of the rear (left and right) speakers.
The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from –10 dB to
+10 dB.
• This settings can also be adjusted directly using the
supplied remote. See “Adjusting the speaker volume”
(page 22).
Rear center level (REAR CENTER)
Initial setting : 0 dB
Lets you adjust the level of the rear center speaker.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from –10 dB to
+10 dB.
Sub woofer level (SUB WOOFER)
Initial setting : 0 dB
Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer. The level can
even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from –10 dB to
+10 dB.
LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level
Initial setting : 0 dB
This parameter 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 rear
channels via the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection
circuitry.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from –20 dB to
0 dB (line level). 0 dB outputs the full LFE signal at the
mix level determined by the recording engineer.
• Selecting OFF mutes the sound of the LFE channel from
the sub woofer. However, the low frequency sounds of
the front, center, or rear speakers are output from the
sub woofer according to the settings made for each
speaker in the speaker setup (page 18~20).
Customizing Sound Fields
39
Enjoying Surround Sound
Adjusting the equalizer
The EQ menu lets you adjust the equalization (bass, mid,
and treble frequencies) of the front, center, rear L/R and
rear center speakers individually. The equalizer bank lets
you store up to 5 different equalizer settings.
The following menu is only available after pressing EQ
BANK and selecting one of the equalizers (EQ 1 ~ 5).
1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi
channel surround sound.
2 Press EQ.
The button lights up and the first parameter is
displayed.
3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you desire.
The setting is entered automatically.
z
You can turn off the equalization without erasing it
The equalizer settings are stored separately for each sound field.
Press the EQ BANK button repeatedly until EQ [OFF] is
displayed.
Front speaker bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency)
1 Use the cursor buttons (
/ ) to select the gain (dB)
or frequency (Hz).
2 Use the jog dial to adjust.
Repeat until you achieve the sound you desire.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz in
21 steps.
Front speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 198 Hz to 10.0 kHz
in 37 steps.
Front speaker midrange bandwidth
This parammeter lets you adjust the width of the
midrange band.
• “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected
frequency, for general adjustments.
• “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
• “NARROW” provides a narrowband centered on the
selected frequency, for specific adjustments.
Gain (dB)
Frequency (Hz)
dts LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level
Initial setting : 0 dB
This parameter 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 rear
channels via the “dts” bass redirection circuitry.
• The level can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from +10 dB to
–20 dB (line level).
• Selecting OFF mutes the sound of the LFE channel from
the sub woofer. However, the low frequency sounds of
the front, center, or rear speakers are output from the
sub woofer according to the settings made for each
speaker in the speaker setup (page 18~20).
z
About the level differences in the LFE MIX settings
The “dts LFE MIX” level is set to +10.0 dB and “LFE MIX” (Dolby
Digital) is set to 0 dB.
Dynamic range compressor (D. RANGE COMP)
Initial setting : OFF
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 reproduces the sound track with no compression.
• STD reproduces the sound track with the dynamic
range intended by the recording engineer.
• 0.1 ~ 0.9 allow you to compress the dynamic range in
small steps to achieve the sound you desire.
• MAX provides a dramatic compression of the dynamic
range.
Note
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital
sources only.
z
About the Dynamic Range Compressor
This parameter allows 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 light 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 allows you to view movies
late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are
predetermined and provide a very natural compression.
40
Enjoying Surround Sound
Front speaker treble adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 1.0 kHz to 10.0 kHz
in 23 steps.
Center speaker bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz in
21 steps.
Center speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 198 Hz to 10.0 kHz
in 37 steps.
Center speaker midrange bandwidth
This parammeter lets you adjust the width of the
midrange band.
• “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected
frequency, for general adjustments.
• “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
• “NARROW” provides a narrowband centered on the
selected frequency, for specific adjustments.
Center speaker treble adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 1.0 kHz to 10.0 kHz
in 23 steps.
Rear L/R speaker bass adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz in
21 steps.
Rear L/R speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 198 Hz to 10.0 kHz
in 37 steps.
Rear L/R speaker midrange bandwidth
This parammeter lets you adjust the width of the
midrange band.
• “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected
frequency, for general adjustments.
• “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
• “NARROW” provides a narrowband centered on the
selected frequency, for specific adjustments.
Rear L/R speaker treble adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 1.0 kHz to 10.0 kHz
in 23 steps.
Rear center speaker bass adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz in
23 steps.
Rear center speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 198 Hz to 10.0 kHz
in 37 steps.
Rear center speaker midrange bandwidth
This parammeter lets you adjust the width of the
midrange band.
• “WIDE” provides a wide band centered on the selected
frequency, for general adjustments.
• “MIDDLE” provides a normal band.
• “NARROW” provides a narrowband centered on the
selected frequency, for specific adjustments.
Rear center speaker treble adjustment (Gain/
Frequency)
Adjust as described in “Front speaker bass adjustment”.
• The gain can be adjusted ±10 dB in 1 dB steps.
• The frequency can be adjusted from 1.0 kHz to 10.0 kHz
in 23 steps.
Resetting customized sound fields to the
factory settings
1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off the power.
2 Hold down MODE + and press ?/1.
“S.F Initialize” appears in the display and all sound
fields are reset at once.
Customizing Sound Fields
41
Enjoying Surround Sound
Adjustable parameters for each sound field
< SURROUND >
6.1 PRO EFFECT WALL REVERB FRONT
SCREEN
VIRTUAL REAR BASS BASS MID MID MID
TREBLE TREBLE
MATRIX LOGIC LEVEL TYPE TIME
REVERB
DEPTH
SPEAKER ENHANCER
GAIN FREQ GAIN FREQ SLOPE GAIN FREQ
2CH
AUTO FORMAT DECODING
ANALOG DIRECT
NORMAL SURROUND zz zzzzzzz
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A zz z z z zzzzzzz
CINEMA STUDIO EX. B zz z z z zzzzzzz
CINEMA STUDIO EX. C zz z z z zzzzzzz
VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1 zz zzzzzzz
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A zz z z z zzzzzzz
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. B zz z z z zzzzzzz
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. C zz z z z zzzzzzz
NIGHT THEATER zzzz zzzzzzz
MONO MOVIE zzzz zzzzzzz
STEREO MOVIE zzzz zzzzzzz
HEADPHONE THEATER zz zzzzzzz
V. MULTI DIMENSION z zzzzzzz
V. MULTI REAR z zzzzzzz
V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION z zzzzzzz
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A z zzzzzzz
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B z zzzzzzz
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A zz z zzzzzzz
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B zz z zzzzzzz
SMALL HALL zzzz zzzzzzz
CHURCH zzzz zzzzzzz
OPERA HOUSE zzzz zzzzzzz
JAZZ CLUB zzzz zzzzzzz
DISCO/CLUB zzzz zzzzzzz
LIVE HOUSE zzzz zzzzzzz
ARENA zzzz zzzzzzz
STADIUM zzzz zzzzzzz
GAME zzzz zzzzzzz
5.1CH
PCM96K
z:can be stored in each sound field.
42
Enjoying Surround Sound
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)
< LEVEL >
FRONT REAR CENTER REAR L/R REAR WOOFER LFE dts LFE DRANGE
BALANCEBALANCE LEVEL LEVEL CENTER LEVEL MIX MIX* COMP*
2CH x xxx
AUTO FORMAT DECODING xxxx xxxx
ANALOG DIRECT
NORMAL SURROUND xxxxxxxxx
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A xxxx xxxx
CINEMA STUDIO EX. B xxxx xxxx
CINEMA STUDIO EX. C xxxx xxxx
VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1 xxxxxxxxx
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A x x xxxx
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. B x x xxxx
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. C x x xxxx
NIGHT THEATER xxxx xxxx
MONO MOVIE xxxx xxxx
STEREO MOVIE xxxx xxxx
HEADPHONE THEATER x xxx
V. MULTI DIMENSION xxxx xxxx
V. MULTI REAR xxxx xxxx
V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION x x xxxx
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A x x xxxx
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B x x xxxx
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A xxxx xxxx
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B xxxx xxxx
SMALL HALL xxxx xxxx
CHURCH xxxx xxxx
OPERA HOUSE xxxx xxxx
JAZZ CLUB xxxx xxxx
DISCO/CLUB xxxx xxxx
LIVE HOUSE xxxx xxxx
ARENA xxxx xxxx
STADIUM xxxx xxxx
GAME xxxx xxxx
5.1CH xxxx x
PCM96K x
Customizing Sound Fields
x:The stored parameter is applied to all of the sound fields.
* These parameters may not operate depending on the source or may not operate as adjusted. For details, see each item in “Adjusting the
level parameters” (page 38).
43
Enjoying Surround Sound
: can be stored in each equalizer bank.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)
< EQUALIZER (BANK) >
< FRONT > < CENTER >
B.GAIN B.FREQ M.GAIN M.FREQ
M.SLOPE
T.GAIN T.FREQ B.GAIN B.FREQ M.GAIN M.FREQ
M.SLOPE
T.GAIN T.FREQ
2CH
AUTO FORMAT DECODING
ANALOG DIRECT
NORMAL SURROUND
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A
CINEMA STUDIO EX. B
CINEMA STUDIO EX. C
VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. B
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. C
NIGHT THEATER
MONO MOVIE
STEREO MOVIE
HEADPHONE THEATER
V. MULTI DIMENSION
V. MULTI REAR
V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B
SMALL HALL
CHURCH
OPERA HOUSE
JAZZ CLUB
DISCO/CLUB
LIVE HOUSE
ARENA
STADIUM
GAME
5.1CH
PCM96K
44
Enjoying Surround Sound
Customizing Sound Fields
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)
< EQUALIZER (BANK) >
< REAR L/R > < REAR CENTER >
B.GAIN B.FREQ M.GAIN M.FREQ
M.SLOPE
T.GAIN T.FREQ B.GAIN B.FREQ M.GAIN M.FREQ
M.SLOPE
T.GAIN T.FREQ
2CH
AUTO FORMAT DECODING
ANALOG DIRECT
NORMAL SURROUND
CINEMA STUDIO EX. A
CINEMA STUDIO EX. B
CINEMA STUDIO EX. C
VIRTUAL MATRIX 6.1
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. A
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. B
SEMI CINEMA STUDIO EX. C
NIGHT THEATER
MONO MOVIE
STEREO MOVIE
HEADPHONE THEATER
V. MULTI DIMENSION
V. MULTI REAR
V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION
VIRTUAL ENHANCED A
VIRTUAL ENHANCED B
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL A
DIGITAL CONCERT HALL B
SMALL HALL
CHURCH
OPERA HOUSE
JAZZ CLUB
DISCO/CLUB
LIVE HOUSE
ARENA
STADIUM
GAME
5.1CH
PCM96K
: can be stored in each equalizer bank.
45
Receiving Broadcasts
Receiving
Broadcasts
This chapter describes how to receive
FM or AM broadcasts and how to
preset selected stations.
You can tune in stations on this receiver in the following
ways:
Direct Tuning
You can enter a frequency of the station you want directly
by using the numeric buttons on the supplied remote (see
page 46).
Automatic Tuning
If you don’t know the frequency of the station you want,
you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your
area (see page 47).
Preset Tuning
After you have tuned in stations using Direct Tuning or
Automatic Tuning, you can preset them to the receiver
(see page 47). Then you can tune in any of the stations
directly by entering its 2-character code using the
supplied remote (see page 48). Up to 30 FM or AM
stations can be preset. The receiver will also scan all the
stations that you have preset (see page 48).
Before you begin, make sure you have:
• Connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see
page 5).
46
Receiving Broadcasts
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
PRESET TUNING +/–
FM MODE
DISPLAY
MEMORY
FM/AM
FUNCTION
TUNING +/–
Brief descriptions of buttons used to
receive broadcasts
PRESET TUNING +/– buttons: Press to scan all preset
radio stations.
DISPLAY button: Press to display the RDS information.
MEMORY button: Uses for memorizing preset stations.
TUNING +/– buttons: Press to scan all available radio
stations.
FUNCTION control: Rotate to select the tuner.
FM MODE button: If “STEREO” flashes in the display
and the FM stereo reception is poor, press this button to
improve the sound. You will not be able to enjoy stereo
effect but the sound will be less distorted.
Note
If “STEREO” does not appear at all even when the FM broadcast
is received normally, press this button to turn on the “STEREO”
indication.
FM/AM button: Press to select the FM or AM band.
Direct Tuning
Use the supplied remote to perform the following
operations. For details on the buttons used in this section,
see the operating instructions for the supplied remote.
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band.
3 Press D. TUNING.
4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Example 2: AM 1350 kHz
(You don’t have to enter the last “0” when the tuning scale is
set to 10 kHz.)
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.
5 If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to receive another station.
z
If you try to enter a frequency that is too precise for the
tuning scale
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down.
The tuning scale for direct tuning:
FM: 50 kHz
AM: 10 kHz (Can be changed to 9 kHz. To change the AM tuning
scale, see page 59.)
bbb
1350
bbbb
10250
47
Receiving Broadcasts
Automatic Tuning
For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief
descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on
page 46.
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band.
3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Press the + button to scan from low to high; press the –
button to scan from high to low.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is
received.
When the receiver reaches either end of the
band
Scanning is repeated in the same direction.
4 To continue scanning, press TUNING + or TUNING –
again.
Preset Tuning
For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief
descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on
page 46.
Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset them by
performing steps on “Presetting radio stations” below.
Presetting radio stations
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using
Direct Tuning (page 46) or Automatic Tuning (page
47).
3 Press MEMORY.
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a few seconds.
Do Steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out.
4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING – to
select a preset number.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press the preset
number, start again from Step 3.
5 Press MEMORY again to store the station.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press the preset
number, start again from Step 3.
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to preset another station.
To change a preset number to another station
Do Steps 1 to 6 to preset the new station to the number.
Note
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks, all the
preset stations will be cleared from the receiver’s memory, and
you will have to preset the stations again.
48
Receiving Broadcasts
nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N
nC0˜...C2˜C1N
Tuning to preset stations
You can tune the preset stations either of the following
two ways.
Scanning the preset stations
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING –
repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, the receiver tunes in
one preset station at a time, in the corresponding order
and direction as follows:
Using the preset codes
Use the supplied remote to perform the following
operations. For details on the buttons used in this section,
see the operating instructions for the supplied remote.
1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 For remotes without a display:
Press SHIFT to select a memory pare (A, B, or C),
then press the preset number of the station you
want using the numeric buttons on the supplied
remote.
For remotes with a display:
Select the preset station you want from the list
displayed on the supplied remote when TUNER is
selected.
Preset Tuning
49
Other Operations
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
SET UP
NAME
SLEEP
ENTER
FUNCTION
Other
Operations
Brief descriptions of buttons that appear
in this chapter
NAME button: Press to name preset stations or program
sources.
Jog dial: Use to select characters when naming preset
stations or program sources.
Cursor buttons ( / ): Use to move the cursor when
naming preset stations or program sources.
SLEEP button: Press to activate the sleep function.
FUNCTION control: Rotate to select the tuner or other
source.
SET UP button: Press to enter the set up mode.
ENTER button: Press to enter the completed name of the
preset station or program source.
Cursor buttons
Jog dial
50
Other Operations
A
OFF
A+B
B
–+
0
10
1
9
8
7
2
3
6
5
4
1/u
+–
–+
FUNCTION
Recording
Your receiver makes it easy to record to and from the
components connected to it. You don’t have to connect
the playback and recording components directly to each
other: once you select a program source on the receiver,
you can record and edit as you normally would using the
controls on each component.
Before you begin, make sure you’ve connected all
components properly.
l: Audio signal flow
.: Video signal flow
Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the
receiver. See the instruction manual 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
• 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 currect function is output from
the REC OUT jacks. When you use AUDIO SPLIT to assign a
digital audio input (for example, MD/DAT OPTICAL), the
analog audio signals of the assigned audio (for example, MD/
DAT ANALOG) is output.
• When 5.1CH INPUT is selected, audio signals are not output
from REC OUT jacks.
•
No signals output from DIGITAL OUT jacks (MD/DAT OPTICAL
OUT) when you select ANALOG DIRECT. The digital circuitry
power is cut off to ensure a superior sound quality.
Naming Preset Stations and
Program Sources
Playback component
(program source)
.
l
l
.
Recording component
(tape deck, MD deck,
VCR)
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset
stations and program sources. These names (for example,
“VHS”) appear in the receiver’s display when a station or
program source is selected.
Note that no more than one name can be entered for each
preset station or program source.
This function is useful for distinguishing components of
the same kind. For example, two VCRs can be specified
as “VHS” and “8mm,” respectively. It is also handy for
identifying components connected to jacks meant for
another type of component, for example, a second CD
player connected to the MD/DAT jacks.
1 To index a preset station
Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner.
The last station you received is tuned in.
To index a program source
Select the program source (component) to be
named, then go to Step 3.
2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an
index name for.
If you are not familiar with how to tune in preset
stations, see “Tuning to preset stations” on page 48.
3 Press NAME.
4 Create an index name by using the jog dial and
cursor buttons:
Turn the jog dial to select a character, then press
to
move the cursor to the next position.
To insert a space
Turn the jog dial until a blank space appears in the
display.
If you’ve made a mistake
Press
or repeatedly until the character to be
changed flashes, then turn the jog dial to select the
right character.
5 Press ENTER.
To assign index names to other stations
Repeat Steps 2 to 5.
51
Other Operations
n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00n 1:00:00 n 0:30:00 n OFF
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 your VCR
or LD player’s instruction manual 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.
z
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
• Please be sure to make both digital and analog connections to
the TV/SAT and DVD/LD inputs. Analog recording is not
possible if you only make digital connections.
• Some 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 currect function is output from
the REC OUT jacks. When you use AUDIO SPLIT to assign a
digital audio input (for example, MD/DAT OPTICAL), the
analog audio signals of the assigned audio (for example, MD/
DAT ANALOG) is output.
• When 5.1CH INPUT is selected, audio signals are not output
from REC OUT jacks.
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a
specified time.
Press SLEEP on the front panel or on the remote while
the power is on.
Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown
below.
The display dims after you have specified the time.
z
You can freely specify the time
First, press SLEEP, then specify the time you want using the jog
dial on the receiver. The sleep time changes in 1 minute intervals.
You can specify up to 5 hours.
z
You can check the time remaining before the receiver turns
off
Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display.
52
Other Operations
Adjustments Using the SET UP Button
Power to video circuitry
“AUTO OFF” turns off the power of video circuits
automatically when there are unnecessary. You can enjoy
the sound without the influence of the video circuits.
“ALWAYS ON” keeps the power of video circuits on.
Depending on the moniter, noise may be produced or the
picture may be distorted when the power of the video
circuits is turned on. In this case, select “ALWAYS ON”.
The default setting is “AUTO OFF”.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “V.
POWER”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “AUTO OFF” or “ALWAYS
ON”.
Sound Field Link
When set to “ON”, the sound field that was last applied to
a program source is automatically applied whenever it is
selected. For example, if you listen to CD with STADIUM
as the sound field, change to a different program source,
then return to CD, STADIUM will be applied again. If you
do not want to use this function, set to “OFF”. The default
setting is “ON”.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “S. F
LINK”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF”.
Adjusting the CONTROL A1 auto
function
Turning on the CONTROL A1 auto function parameter
lets you turn Sony components connected via CONTROL
A1 cords (see page 12) on automatically when you press
the corresponding function button.
Auto function is set to ON by default.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “AUTO
FUNCTION.”
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF.”
The SET UP button allows you to make the following
adjustments.
Selecting the 5.1CH video input
This parameter lets you specify the video input to be used
with the audio signals from the 5.1CH INPUT jack. The
5.1CH video input is set to DVD/LD by default.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select
“5.1CH V:”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select the video input you
want.
Power to digital circuitry
“AUTO OFF” turns off the power of the unnecessary
digital circuits automatically when you use analog inputs
or functions like ANALOG DIRECT that bypass digital
processing. You can enjoy the analog source without the
influence of digital circuits. “ALWAYS ON” keeps the
power of digital circuits on. Select when set to AUTO OFF
and you do not like the time lag when digital circuits are
turned on, etc. The default setting is “AUTO OFF”.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “D.
POWER”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “AUTO OFF” or “ALWAYS
ON”.
53
Other Operations
Setting up the 2 way remote
This receiver is shipped from the factory with the 2 way
remote control system set to “ON”. Normally, you can use
the receiver as is.
However, if you want to use this receiver together with
another component that is also compatible with the 2 way
remote control system, be sure to perform the following
operation to limit response to signals sent from the remote
controls.
To use with the TA-E9000ES
Perform the following steps to turn OFF
this unit’s 2 way
remote control system. Also, be sure the TA-E9000ES is
turned on when using this unit.
To use with other components that have the
logo
Turn OFF
the other component’s 2 way remote control
system. For details, refer to the operating instructions
suppled with your other components.
To use with Sony CD players CDP-CX260 or CDP-
CX88ES
Turn OFF the remote control adapter switch on the
CDP-CX260 or CDP-CX88ES. For details, refer to the
operating instructions suppled with the CDP-CX260 or
CDP-CX88ES.
Also when using several 2 way remote control system
components together, be sure to place them close together
in order to enable proper remote operation.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “2 WAY
REMOTE”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “ON” or “OFF”.
Selecting the command mode of the
remote
Change the command mode of the receiver and the
supplied remote (RM-LJ304) from its default “AV1”
setting to “AV2” in the following cases:
• When you want to change the output from the 2ND AV
jacks using RM-US104 in the 2nd room (STR-V444ES
only).
• When you want to use 2 Sony receivers in the same
room with the remote.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select
“COMMAND MODE”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “AV1” or “AV2”.
Notes
• When you change the command mode of the receiver to “AV2”,
be sure to change the command mode of the supplied remote
(RM-LJ304) to “AV2”. For details, see the operating instructions
for the supplied remote (RM-LJ304).
• For details on how to use RM-US104, see the operating
instructions for the supplied remote (RM-US104).
Selecting the color of the on-screen
display
Select the color of the on-screen display. You can
select either “COLOR” or “MONOCHROME”. The color
of the on-screen display is set to “COLOR” by default.
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select “OSD
COLOR”.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “COLOR” or
“MONOCHROME”.
54
Other Operations
CONTROL A1 Control System
Getting Started
This section explains the basic functions of the
CONTROL A1
Control System. Certain components
have special functions, like “CD Synchro Dubbing” on
cassette decks, that require CONTROL A1
connections. For detailed information regarding
specific operations, be sure to also refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with your
component(s).
The CONTROL A1
Control System was designed to
simplify the operation of audio systems composed of
separate Sony components. CONTROL A1
connections
provide a path for the transmission of control signals
which enable automatic operation and control features
usually associated with integrated systems.
Currently, CONTROL A1
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 A1
connection will work as
a multifunction bus allowing you to control various
functions for each component.
Notes
• The CONTROL A1 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.
• Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the
CONTROL A1 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.
CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1 compatibility
The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the
CONTROL A1 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 A1 , and can be connected to
each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available
with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with
the CONTROL A1 control system.
However, when making connections between components
with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL
A1 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 A1
Connections
Connect monaural (2P) mini-plug cords in series to the
CONTROL A1
jacks on the back of each component. You
can connect up to ten CONTROL A1
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.)
In the CONTROL A1
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.
On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections
It is possible to make connections between CONTROL A1
and CONTROL A1
jacks. For details regarding
particular connections or setup 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 connection.
When using a commercially available cord, use a
monaural (2P) mini-plug cord less than 2 meters long,
with no resistance (like the Sony RK-G69HG).
CONTROL A1
Example
Amplifier
(Receiver)
CD
player
MD
deck
Tape
deck
Other
component
Jacks and connection examples
CD player
MD deck
55
Other Operations
Basic Functions
The CONTROL A1 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.
Automatic function selection
When you connect a CONTROL A1
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
• 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.
Synchronized recording
This function lets you conduct synchronized recording
between the selected source and recorder 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 N and X 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
• Do not set more than one component to the pause mode.
• Certain recorder components may be equipped with a special
synchronized recording function that uses the CONTROL A1
Control System, like “CD Synchro Dubbing”. In this case, refer
to the Operating Instructions supplied with the recorder
component.
56
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while
using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help
you remedy the problem. Also, see “Checking the
connections” on page 23 to verify that the connections are
correct. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
There’s no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
, Make sure that you’ve selected the correct
component on the receiver.
, Make sure that you’ve set the SPEAKERS selector
correctly (see page 28).
, Check whether or not a different audio input is
assigned by AUDIO SPLIT.
, Press MUTING if the MUTING indicator is lit.
, 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.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
, Adjust front balance parameter in the LEVEL
menu.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
, Check that the connecting cords are away from a
transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters)
away from a TV set or fluorescent light.
, Move your TV away from the audio components.
, Make sure you’ve grounded U SIGNAL GND
terminal.
, The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
Additional
Information
57
Additional Information
No sound is heard from the center speaker.
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MODE +/–).
, Select a sound field containing the word “cinema”
or “virtual” (see page 31~33).
, Adjust the speaker volume (see page 22).
, Make sure the center speaker size parameter is set
to either SMALL or LARGE (see page 19).
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard
from the rear speakers.
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MODE +/–).
, Select a sound field containing the word “cinema”
or “virtual” (see page 31~33).
, Adjust the speaker volume (see page 22).
, Make sure the rear speaker size parameter is set to
either SMALL or LARGE (see page 19).
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
, Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MODE +/–).
, Make sure that the SPEAKERS selector is set to A
or B (not A+B) if you connected two sets of front
speakers.
Recording cannot be done.
, Check that the components are connected correctly.
, Select the source component by rotating
FUNCTION control.
, When recording from a digital component, make
sure the input mode is set to ANALOG (see page
24) 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 DIGITAL (see page
24) before recording with the component
connected to the DIGITAL MD/DAT OUT
terminals.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
, Check that the antennas are connected securely.
Adjust the antennas and connect an external
antenna if necessary.
, The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
direct tuning.
, Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly
(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning)
(see pages 46 and 59).
, No stations have been preset or the preset stations
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset
stations). Preset the stations (see page 47).
, Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in
the display.
No picture or an unclear picture appears on the
TV screen or monitor.
, Select the appropriate function on the receiver.
, Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
, Move your TV away from the audio components.
The remote does not function.
, Point the remote at the remote sensor
on the
receiver.
, Remove any obstacles in the path between the
remote and the receiver.
, Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones, if they are weak.
, Make sure the command mode of the remote and
the component are the same (see page 53).
, Make sure you select the correct function on the
remote.
, If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use the
remote to select a source or component other than
TV before operating the receiver or other
component.
Reference sections for clearing the
receiver’s memory
To clear See
All memorized settings page 17
Customized sound fields page 40
58
Additional Information
Specifications
AUDIO POWER
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND
TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
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
(USA model only).
Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.05 %)
STR-V444ES 120 W + 120 W
STR-V333ES 110 W + 110 W
(4 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %)
STR-V444ES 100 W + 100 W
STR-V333ES 90 W + 90 W
Reference Power Output
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.05 %)
STR-V444ES FRONT
1)
:
120 W + 120 W
CENTER
1)
: 120 W
REAR
1)
:
120 W + 120 W
STR-V333ES FRONT
1)
:
110 W + 110 W
CENTER
1)
: 110 W
REAR
1)
:
110 W + 110 W
(4 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %)
STR-V444ES FRONT:
1)
100 W + 100 W
CENTER
1)
: 100 W
REAR
1)
:
100 W + 100 W
STR-V333ES FRONT:
1)
90 W + 90 W
CENTER
1)
: 90 W
REAR
1)
:
90 W + 90 W
1) Depending on the sound field settings and
the source, there may be no sound output.
Frequency response
PHONO: RIAA
equalization curve
±0.5 dB
CD, TAPE, MD/DAT,
DVD/LD, TV/SAT,
VIDEO 1, 2, and
VIDEO 3:
10 Hz – 100 kHz
+0.5/–3 dB (with
sound field and
equalizer bypassed)
Inputs (Analog)
PHONO:
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV
Impedance:
50 kilohms
S/N
2)
: 86 dB
(A, 2.5 mV
3)
)
5.1CH INPUT, CD,
TAPE, MD/DAT,
DVD/LD, TV/SAT,
VIDEO 1, 2, and
VIDEO 3:
Sensitivity: 150 mV
Impedance:
50 kilohms
S/N
2)
: 96 dB
(A, 150 mV
3)
)
2) INPUT SHORT
3) Weighted network, input level
Inputs (Digital)
DVD/LD IN, CD IN
(STR-V444ES)
(Coaxial):
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 100 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
DVD/LD IN, TV/SAT
IN, CD IN, MD/
DAT IN (Optical):
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: –
S/N: 100 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Outputs (Analog)
TAPE, MD/DAT (REC
OUT); VIDEO 1, 2
(AUDIO OUT), 2ND
AV (STR-V444ES),
2ND AUDIO
(STR-V333ES):
Voltage: 150 mV,
Impedance:
1 kilohms
FRONT L/R, CENTER,
REAR L/R,
SUB WOOFER:
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance:
1 kilohms
PHONES:
Accepts low- and
high-impedance
headphones
Outputs (Digital)
MD/DAT (Optical)
Sampling Frequency
48 kHz
EQ BASS:
99 Hz~1.0 kHz
(21 steps)
MID:
198 Hz~10 kHz
(37 steps)
TREBLE:
1.0 kHz~10 kHz
(23 steps)
Gain levels:
±10 dB, 1 dB step
59
Additional Information
FM tuner section
Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Antenna terminals
75 ohms, unbalanced
Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf,
2.2 µV/75 ohms
Stereo: 38.3 dBf,
22.5 µV/75 ohms
Usable sensitivity
11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms
S/N Mono: 76 dB
Stereo: 70 dB
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
Mono: 0.3%
Stereo: 0.5%
Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response
30 Hz – 15 kHz
+0.5/–2 dB
Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range With 10-kHz tuning
scale:
530 – 1710 kHz
4)
With 9-kHz tuning
scale:
531 – 1710 kHz
4)
Antenna Loop antenna
Usable sensitivity
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz
or 999 kHz)
S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
Harmonic distortion
0.5 % (50 mV/m,
400 kHz)
Selectivity At 9 kHz: 35 dB
At 10 kHz: 40 dB
4) You can change the AM tuning scale to
10 kHz y 9 kHz. After tuning in any AM
station, turn off the receiver. Hold down the
TUNING + button and press the ?/1
button. 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 Video: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
S-video:
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p
75 ohms
Component video
(STR-V444ES):
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
B-Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
R-Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
S-video:
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p
75 ohms
Component video
(STR-V444ES):
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
B-Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
R-Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
60
Additional Information
General
System Tuner section:
PLL quartz-locked
digital synthesizer
system
Preamplifier section:
Low-noise NF type
equalizer
Power amplifier
section:
Pure-complementary
SEPP
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
STR-V444ES
420 W
STR-V333ES
410 W
AC outlets 2 switched,
total 120 W/1A
Dimensions 430 × 175 × 405 mm
(17 × 7 × 16 in.)
including projecting
parts and controls
Mass (Approx.)
STR-V444ES
17.0 kg (37 lb 8 oz)
STR-V333ES
16.0 kg (35 lb 4 oz)
Supplied accessories
See page 4.
Design and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
Specifications
61
Additional Information
Glossary
Surround sound
Sound that consists of three elements:
direct sound, early reflected sound
(early reflections) and reverberative
sound (reverberation). The acoustics
of the surrounding space affect the
way these three sound elements are
heard. Surround sound combines
these sound elements in such a way
that you actually can sense the size of
the venue, as well as its type.
• Types of sound
• Transition of sound from rear speakers
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
As one method of decoding Dolby
Surround, Dolby Pro Logic Surround
produces four channels from two-
channel sound. Compared with the
former Dolby Surround system,
Dolby Pro Logic Surround reproduces
left-to-right panning more naturally
and localizes sounds more precisely.
To take full advantage of Dolby Pro
Logic Surround, you should have one
pair of rear speakers and a center
speaker. The rear speakers output
monaural sound.
Dolby Digital (AC-3)
This sound format for movie theaters
is more advanced than Dolby Pro
Logic Surround. In this format, the
rear speakers output stereo sound
with an expanded frequency range
and a sub woofer channel for deep
bass is independently provided. This
format is also called “5.1” because the
sub woofer channel is counted as 0.1
channel (since it functions only when
a deep bass effect is needed). All six
channels in this format are recorded
separately to realize superior channel
separation. Furthermore, since all the
signals are processed digitally, less
signal degradation occurs. The name
“AC-3” comes from the fact that it is
the third audio coding method to be
developed by the Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Digital Cinema Sound
This is the generic name of the
surround sound produced by digital
signal processing technology
developed by Sony. Unlike previous
surround sound fields mainly
directed at the reproduction of music,
Digital Cinema Sound is designed
specifically for the enjoyment of
movies.
Reverberation
Direct sound
Early
reflections
Reverberation
Early reflection time
Early reflections
Direct sound
Time
Level
62
Additional Information
Press and light Press or to select Turn jog dial to select See page
SURROUND button 6.1 MATRIX [XXXX] AUTO, ON, OFF 36
PRO LOGIC [XXXX] AUTO, ON, OFF
EFFECT [ ] depends on sound mode (in 21 steps)
WALL S__I__H between –8 to +8 (in 1 increment steps)
REVERB S__I__L between –8 to +8 (in 1 increment steps)
FRONT REVERB [XXXX] DRY, STANDARD, WET
SCREEN DEPTH [XXXX] DEEP, MID, OFF
VIR. SPEAKERS [XXXX] ON, OFF
REAR ENHANCER ON, OFF
BASS GAIN XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
BASS FREQ. XXXX Hz between 99 Hz and 1.0 kHz (in 21 steps)
MID GAIN XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
MID FREQ. XXXX Hz between 198 Hz and 10.0 kHz (in 37 steps)
MID SLOPE [XXXX] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
TRE. GAIN XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
TRE. FREQ. XXXX Hz between 1.0 kHz and 10.0 kHz (in 23 steps)
LEVEL button FRONT L__I__R between –8 dB to +8 dB (in 1 dB steps) 38
REAR L__I__R between –8 dB to +8 dB (in 1 dB steps)
CENTER XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
REAR L/R XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
REAR CENTER XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
SUB WOOFER XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
LFE MIX XXX dB OFF, or –20 dB to 0 dB (in 1 dB steps)
dts LFE MIX XXX dB OFF, or –20 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
D. RANGE COMP. XXX OFF, 0.1 to 0.9 (in 0.1 dB steps), STD, or MAX
Tables of Settings Using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP
buttons
You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURROUND, EQ, SET UP buttons, jog dial, and cursor buttons. The tables
below show each of the settings that these buttons can make.
63
Additional Information
Press and light Press or to select Turn jog dial to select See page
EQ button FRONT BASS XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps) 39
FRONT BASS XXX Hz between 99 Hz and 1.0 kHz (in 21 steps)
FRONT MID XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
FRONT MID XXX Hz between 198 Hz and 10.0 kHz (in 37 steps)
FRONT MID [XXX] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
FRONT TRE. XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
FRONT TRE. XXX Hz between 1.0 kHz and 10.0 kHz (in 23 steps)
CENTER BASS XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
CENTER BASS XXX Hz between 99 Hz and 1.0 kHz (in 21 steps)
CENTER MID XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
CENTER MID XXX Hz between 198 Hz and 10.0 kHz (in 37 steps)
CENTER MID [XXX] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
CENTER TRE. XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
CENTER TRE. XXX Hz between 1.0 kHz and 10.0 kHz (in 23 steps)
REAR L/R BASS XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
REAR L/R BASS XXX Hz between 99 Hz and 1.0 kHz (in 21 steps)
REAR L/R MID XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
REAR L/R MID XXX Hz between 198 Hz and 10.0 kHz (in 37 steps)
REAR L/R MID [XXX] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
REAR L/R TRE. XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
REAR L/R TRE. XXX Hz between 1.0 kHz and 10.0 kHz (in 23 steps)
R.CTR BASS XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
R.CTR BASS XXX Hz between 99 Hz and 1.0 kHz (in 21 steps)
R.CTR MID XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
R.CTR MID XXX Hz between 198 Hz and 10.0 kHz (in 37 steps)
R.CTR MID [XXX] WIDE, MIDDLE, NARROW
R.CTR TRE. XXX dB between –10 dB to +10 dB (in 1 dB steps)
R.CTR TRE. XXX Hz between 1.0 kHz and 10.0 kHz (in 23 steps)
64
Additional Information
1)
When the speakers are set to SMALL only.
Press Press or to select Turn jog dial to select See page
SET UP button FRONT [XXXXXX] LARGE, SMALL 18
CENTER [XXXXXX] LARGE, SMALL, NO
REAR L/R [XXXXXX] LARGE, SMALL, NO
REAR CTR [XXXXXX] LARGE, SMALL, NO
SUB WOOFER [XXXXXX] YES, NO
FRONT XX.X FEET
(METER) between 3 feet
(1.0 meters) and 40 feet
(12.0 meters) (in 1 foot
(0.1 meter) steps)
CENTER XX.X FEET
(METER) between FRONT and 5 feet
(1.5 meters)
(in 1 foot
(0.1 meter) steps)
REAR L/R XX.X FEET
(METER) between FRONT and 15 feet
(4.5 meters)
(in 1 foot
(0.1 meter) steps)
REAR CTR XX.X FEET
(METER) between FRONT and 15 feet
(4.5 meters)
(in 1 foot
(0.1 meter) steps)
REAR L/R PLACE [XXXXXX] SIDE, MIDDLE, BEHIND
REAR L/R HGT. [XXXXXX] HIGH, LOW
FRONT SP > XXX Hz
1)
From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps, STD = 120 Hz)
CENTER SP > XXX Hz
1)
From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps, STD = 120 Hz)
REAR L/R SP > XXX Hz
1)
From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps, STD = 120 Hz)
LFE HIGH CUT [XXX] From 40 Hz to 200 Hz (10 Hz steps, STD = 120 Hz)
DIST. UNIT [XXXXXX] FEET, METER
5.1 CH V:[XXXXXXXX] VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3, DVD/LD, TV/SAT 52
D. POWER [XXX] AUTO OFF, ALWAYS ON
V. POWER [XXX] AUTO OFF, ALWAYS ON
S.F LINK [XXX] ON, OFF
AUTO FUNCTION [XXX] ON, OFF
2 WAY REMOTE [XXX] ON, OFF 53
COMMAND [XXXX] AV1, AV2
OSD [XXXXXX] COLOR, MONOCHROME
Tables of Settings Using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons
65
Additional Information
Index
A
AC-3. See Dolby Digital (AC-3)
Adjusting
brightness of the display 28
equalizer 39
speaker volumes 22
surround parameters 36
Automatic tuning 47
B
Basic operations 24~28
Battery 4
C
Changing
display 26
effect level 36
Checking the connections 23
Clearing receiver’s memory 17
Color system 53
Connecting 4~13
Crossover frequency 22
Customizing sound fields 36~44
D
Digital Cinema Sound 61
Direct tuning 46
Dolby Digital (AC-3) 61
Dolby Pro Logic Surround 61
Dubbing. See Recording
E, F, G
Editing. See Recording
Effect level 36
EQ 39
H
Hookups
5.1 CH input 10
AC power cord 13
antennas 5
audio components 6
digital components 8, 9
CONTROL A1 II 12
S-LINK CONTROL S 12
speaker system 15
video components 7
I, J, K
Indexing. See Naming
L, M
Labeling. See Naming
N
Naming 50
O
ON SCREEN 28
P, Q
Parameter 41~44, 62~64
Preset stations
how to preset 47
how to tune 48
R
Receiving broadcasts
automatically 47
directly 46
preset stations 47
Recording
on an audio tape or MD 50
on a video tape 51
S
Scanning
preset stations. See Preset
tuning
radio stations. See Automatic
tuning
Selecting
component 25
front speaker system 28
sound field 30
Sleep timer 51
Sound field
adjustable parameters 41~44
customizing 36~44
pre-programmed 31~34
resetting 40
selecting 30
Speakers
adjusting speaker volume 22
connection 15
impedance 16
placement 18~22
Supplied accessories 4
Surround sound 29~44
T
Test tone 22
Tuning
automatically 47
directly 46
preset stations 47
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Unpacking 4
66
Additional Information
67
Additional Information
68
Additional Information
Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
