Sony RM-AAU017 Remote Commander

Using the HDMI CONTROL function for ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync

To use ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync, set the HDMI CONTROL function as explained below.

By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function with a HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below:

• One-Touch Play: When you play back a component such as a DVD/Blu-ray Disc Player, the receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.
• System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers connected to the receiver.
• System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the receiver and connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

HDMI CONTROL is a mutual control function standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).

The HDMI CONTROL function does not work in the following cases:

• When you connect the receiver to a component which is not correspond with Sony’s HDMI CONTROL function.

When you connect the receiver and components using other than HDMI connection. We recommend that you connect the receiver to products featuring ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync.

Note

Depending on the connected component, the HDMI CONTROL function may not work. See the operating instructions of the component.

Connecting a TV and other components

Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your receiver and components. The illustration below is used as reference for connection purposes only

To enjoy TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting

You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the digital audio output jack of the TV to any of the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver. Then, reassign the connected jack to TV input. For details, refer to the DIGITAL ASSIGN function on the separate operating instructions supplied with the receiver.

Preparing for HDMI CONTROL function

Before you use the HDMI CONTROL function, be sure you have performed the following procedures. For details on setting the TV and connected components, see the operating instructions of the respective components.

1 Make sure that the receiver is connected to the TV and components (compatible with HDMI CONTROL function) via HDMI connection.

2 Turn on the receiver, TV and connected components.

3 Set the respective HDMI CONTROL function for the receiver and TV to on. See “To set HDMI CONTROL” below.

4 Select the HDMI input of the receiver and TV to match the HDMI input of the connected component, so that the image from the connected component is displayed.

5 Set the HDMI CONTROL function for the connected component to on.

6 Repeat step 5 for other components that you want to use the HDMI CONTROL function.

To set HDMI CONTROL

1 (For remote RM-AAP016/ RM-AAP017 only) Press RECEIVER, then press MENU.

The RECEIVER indicator lights up and receiver operation is activated.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

(For remote RM-AAU014/ RM-AAU015/RM-AAU017 only) Press AMP MENU.

“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.

2 Press repeatedly to select “6-VIDEO”.

3 Press to enter the menu.

4 Press repeatedly to select “CONTROL”.

“HDMI” flashes on the display.

5 Press to enter the parameter.

6 Press epeatedly to select “CTRL ON”.

HDMI CONTROL function is activated.

Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play)

Play back a connected component.

The receiver and the TV are turned on automatically and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Note

Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not be output.

Watching a DVD by simple operation

You can also select a connected component, such as a DVD/Blu-ray Disc Player using the TV menu. In this case, the receiver and the TV switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation.

If you turn on the receiver while the TV is turned on, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on and the TV sound will output from the speakers connected to the receiver. However, if you turn off the receiver, the sound will output from the TV speakers.

You can also operate this function using the TV menu. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.

Notes

• When “CONTROL” is set to “CTRL ON”, the “AUDIO” settings in the VIDEO menu will set automatically depending on the System Audio Control settings.
• When you connect a TV that does not have System Audio Control function, the System Audio Control function does not work.
• If the TV is turned on before turning on the receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a moment.

Notes for models other thanSTR-DG910

• When you switch to an input other than HDMI orTV, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to off.
• If you switch from other input to HDMI or TV input, the System Audio Control function will automatically be set to on.

Turning off the receiver with the TV

(System Power Off)

When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically.

You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV.

(For remote RM-AAP016/ RM-AAP017 only) Press TV, then press AV

(For remote RM-AAU014/ RM-AAU015/RM-AAU017 only) Press TV and TV at the same time.

The TV, receiver and connected components are turned off.

Notes

• Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using the System Power Off function. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.
• Depending on the status, the connected components may not be turned off. For details, see the operating instructions of the connected components.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the HDMI CONTROL function, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.

The HDMI CONTROL function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection.
• Make sure “CONTROL” is set to “CTRL ON” in VIDEO menu.
• Make sure the connected component is compatible with the HDMI CONTROL function.
• Check the HDMI CONTROL settings on the connected component. See the operating instructions of the connected component.
• If you change the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect the AC power cord, or there is a power failure, repeat the procedures of “Preparing for HDMI CONTROL function”

No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function.

• Make sure the TV is compatible with the
• System Audio Control function.
• If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO” settings in VIDEO menu to
  • "TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker and receiver.
  • "AMP” if you want to listen to the sound from the receiver.

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