Sony Home Theater System Model HTR 6100 User Manual

2-342-683-12(1)  
Home Theatre  
System  
Operating Instructions  
HTR-6600  
HTR-6100  
©2004 Sony Corporation  
 
Getting Started  
Other Operations  
1: Check how to hookup your  
2: Connecting the antennas .....................9  
3: Connecting speakers .........................10  
5: Setting up the speakers .....................14  
RM-U700  
Troubleshooting.................................... 35  
Specifications........................................ 37  
List of button locations and reference  
pages............................................... 39  
Index ........................................back cover  
Storing FM stations automatically........18  
Presetting radio stations ........................19  
Using only the front speakers and sub  
— 2CH STEREO  
Settings  
Customizing sound fields......................26  
Adjusting the tone.................................27  
Advanced settings .................................28  
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Getting Started  
1: Check how to hookup your components  
Steps 1a through 1b beginning on page 6 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver.  
Before you begin, refer to “Connectable components” below for the pages which describe how to  
connect each component.  
After hooking up all your components, proceed to “2: Connecting the antennas” (page 9).  
Connectable components  
Component to be connected  
DVD recorder  
Page  
a)  
With digital audio output  
6–7  
6–7  
b)  
With analog audio output only  
TV monitor  
With composite video input only  
Satellite tuner  
With digital audio output  
With analog audio output only  
7, 8  
a)  
6
6
8
b)  
VCR  
a)  
Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc.  
Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.  
b)  
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Required cords  
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection  
cords (A to E) (not supplied unless indicated).  
A Audio cord  
D Optical digital cord  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
E Coaxial digital cord (supplied)  
Orange  
B Audio/video cord  
Yellow (video)  
White (L/audio)  
Red (R/audio)  
C Video cord  
Yellow  
Notes  
• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.  
• 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.  
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place.  
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.  
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1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks  
Hooking up a DVD recorder or satellite tuner  
For details on the required cords (AE), see page 5.  
1 Connect the audio jacks.  
Satellite tuner  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
OUTPUT  
L
DIGITAL  
OPTICAL  
R
D
A
ANTENNA  
MONITOR  
OUT  
AM  
U
OUT  
OPT IN  
OPT IN COAX IN  
SUB  
WOOFER  
AUDIO IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
TV/SAT  
DVD  
R
L
*
*
E
D
A
OUTPUT  
OPTICAL  
OUTPUT  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
COAXIAL  
L
R
DVD recorder  
* Connect to either the COAX IN or OPT IN jack. We recommend making connections to the COAX IN jack.  
Tip  
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.  
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2 Connect the video jacks.  
DVD recorder  
TV monitor  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
C
C
ANTENNA  
MONITOR  
OUT  
AM  
U
OUT  
OPT IN  
OPT IN COAX IN  
SUB  
WOOFER  
AUDIO IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
TV/SAT  
DVD  
R
L
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1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks  
Hooking up video components  
If you connect your TV to the MONITOR OUT jack, you can watch the video from the selected input  
(page 17). For details on the required cords (AE), see page 5.  
TV monitor  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
C
ANTENNA  
MONITOR  
OUT  
AM  
U
OUT  
OPT IN  
OPT IN COAX IN  
SUB  
WOOFER  
AUDIO IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
TV/SAT  
DVD  
R
L
B
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
L
R
VCR  
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2: Connecting the antennas  
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.  
FM wire antenna  
(supplied)  
AM loop antenna  
(supplied)  
ANTENNA  
MONITOR  
OUT  
AM  
U
OUT  
OPT IN  
OPT IN COAX IN  
SUB  
WOOFER  
AUDIO IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
TV/SAT  
DVD  
R
L
Notes  
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.  
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.  
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.  
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3: Connecting speakers  
Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system.  
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a  
center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).  
Example of 5.1 channel speaker system configuration  
HTR-6600 only  
Center speaker  
Front speaker (Right)  
Surround speaker (Right)  
Front speaker (Left)  
Sub woofer  
Surround speaker (Left)  
HTR-6100 only  
Center speaker  
Front speaker (Right)  
Surround speaker (Right)  
Front speaker (Left)  
Sub woofer  
Surround speaker (Left)  
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Required cords  
A Speaker cords (supplied)  
B Monaural audio cord (supplied)  
Black  
The connector and the colour tube of the speaker  
cords are the same colour as the speaker terminal  
to be connected.  
Colour tube  
+
Front speaker  
(Left)  
Front speaker  
(Right)  
Subwoofer  
INPUT  
E
e
E
e
A
B
A
MONITOR  
OUT  
FRONT R  
CENTER  
FRONT L  
+  
+
+
OUT  
+
+
SURR R  
SURR L  
SUB  
WOOFER  
A
A
A
E
e E  
e E  
e
Surround speaker  
(Right)  
Center speaker  
Surround speaker  
(Left)  
Note  
Before you connect the speakers, attach the colour labels onto the speakers so that you can identify the speakers to  
be connected.  
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Tips  
To change the speaker cord  
• Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional  
signals, you can place it wherever you want.  
• (Except for the front speaker of HTR-6600) For  
greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers,  
use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-FV10D floor stand  
(available only in certain countries).  
If you want to change the speaker cord, you can  
detach the supplied speaker cord from the  
connector.  
1
Press the connector onto a flat surface.  
Make sure that the catcher is facing the flat  
surface.  
Attaching foot pads  
(Except for the front speaker of HTR-6600)  
To prevent speaker vibration or movement,  
attach the supplied foot pads to the speaker as  
shown in the illustration below.  
catcher  
2
3
Pull the speaker cord from the  
connector.  
Twist the stripped ends of the speaker  
cord you want about 10 mm and insert  
the speaker cord into the connector.  
Note  
Be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to the sub  
woofer as well.  
Make sure that the speaker cord is inserted  
according to its polarity : + to + and – to –.  
Otherwise the sound will be distorted and  
will lack bass.  
(+)  
(–)  
+
4
Remove the connector from the flat  
surface.  
Note  
To avoid the speaker cord from coming off the speaker  
connector  
– do not use a smaller-size speaker cord. We  
recommend that you use the AWG#18 to AWG#24  
speaker cords.  
– use the same speaker cord size for all the speaker  
connectors.  
– twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords.  
– insert the speaker cord completely into the speaker  
connector.  
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Performing initial setup  
operations  
4: Connecting the AC  
power cord  
Before using the receiver for the first time,  
initialize the receiver by performing the  
following procedure.  
This procedure can also be used to return  
settings you have made to their factory defaults.  
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.  
Connecting the AC power  
cord  
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.  
AC power cord  
Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.  
“INITIAL” appears in the display.  
The following are reset to their factory  
settings.  
• All settings in the SET UP, LEVEL and  
TONE menus.  
• The sound field memorized for each  
input and preset station.  
• All sound field parameters.  
• All preset stations.  
• MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL  
MIN”.  
To a wall outlet  
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C
x
DIST. X.X m  
(Center speaker distance)  
5: Setting up the speakers  
Initial setting: 3.0 m  
Lets you set the distance from your listening position  
to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should  
be set from a distance equal to the front speaker  
distance (A) to a distance 1.5 meters closer to your  
listening position (B).  
You can use the SET UP menu to set the  
distance and location of the speakers connected  
to this receiver.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.  
SL  
SR  
Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select  
x
DIST. X.X m  
(Surround speaker distance)  
SET UP ”.  
Initial setting: 3.0 m  
3
Press or repeatedly to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
Lets you set the distance from your listening position  
to the surround speakers. Surround speaker distance  
should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker  
distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your  
listening position (C).  
For details, see “Speaker setup parameters”  
below.  
Note  
If both surround speakers are not placed an equal  
distance from your listening position, set the distance  
to the closest speaker.  
Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in  
the display. This means that they have been  
adjusted automatically due to other speaker  
settings or may not be adjustable.  
Tip  
The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in  
terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the  
center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the  
center speaker cannot be set more than 1.5 meters  
closer than the front speakers.  
4
5
Press  
setting you want.  
or  
repeatedly to select the  
The setting is entered automatically.  
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set  
all of the items that follow.  
Likewise, the surround speakers cannot be set further  
away from the listening position than the front  
speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters  
closer.  
Speaker setup parameters  
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 further away.  
For example, setting the center speaker distance 1–2  
meters closer than the actual speaker position will  
create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the  
screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround  
effect because the surround speakers are too close,  
setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter)  
than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.  
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound  
often results in much better surround sound. Give it a  
try!  
The initial setting is underlined.  
L
R
x
DIST. X.X m  
(Front speaker distance)  
Initial setting: 3.0 m  
Lets you set the distance from your listening position  
to the front speakers (A). You can adjust from 1.0  
meter to 7.0 meters in 0.1 meter steps.  
If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance  
from your listening position, set the distance to the  
closest speaker.  
B
A
A
30˚ 30˚  
100˚-120˚  
100˚-120˚  
C
C
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SL  
SR  
x
PL. XXXX  
(Surround speaker placement)  
6: Setting up the sub  
woofer  
Lets you specify the height of your surround speakers  
for proper implementation of the surround effects of  
the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 24).  
Listening to the sub woofer  
B
A
B
A
POWER  
LEVEL  
60  
30  
MIN  
MAX  
POWER  
POWER indicator  
• LOW  
Before playing the program source, set the  
volume to minimum on the receiver.  
Select if the height of your surround speakers  
corresponds to section A.  
• HIGH  
1
2
Turn on the receiver.  
Select if the height of your surround speakers  
corresponds to section B.  
Press input buttons (e.g., DVD) to  
select the program source (e.g., DVD  
recorder).  
Tip  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the  
receiver to select the program source.  
3
4
Press POWER on the sub woofer.  
The POWER indicator on the sub woofer  
lights up.  
Play the program source.  
Adjusting the level  
Slight adjustments to the system can enhance  
your sound enjoyment.  
POWER  
LEVEL  
MIN  
MAX  
LEVEL  
Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume.  
Set the volume level to best suit your preference  
according to the program source.  
Note  
Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum.  
Extraneous noise may be heard.  
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7: Adjusting the speaker  
levels and balance  
— TEST TONE  
Adjust the speaker levels and balance while  
listening to the test tone from your listening  
position.  
Tip  
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency  
centered at 800 Hz.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.  
Press TEST TONE.  
“T. TONE” appears in the display and the  
test tone is output from each speaker in  
sequence.  
Front (left) t Center t Front (right) t  
Surround (right) t Surround (left) t  
Sub woofer  
3
4
Adjust the speaker levels and balance  
using the LEVEL menu so that the level  
of the test tone sounds the same from  
each speaker.  
For details on the LEVEL menu settings,  
see page 26.  
Tips  
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same  
time, press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote or  
turn MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.  
• The adjusted value is shown in the display  
during adjustment.  
Press TEST TONE again after  
adjustment.  
The test tone turns off.  
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Listening to FM/AM radio  
Amplifier Operation  
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts  
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,  
make sure you have connected the FM and AM  
antennas to the receiver (see page 9).  
Selecting the component  
1
Press INPUT SELECTOR on the  
receiver to select the component you  
want to use.  
Tip  
The tuning scale is:  
FM: 50 kHz  
AM: 9 kHz  
To select the  
VCR  
Light up  
VIDEO  
DVD  
DVD recorder  
Satellite tuner  
TV/SAT  
Automatic tuning  
Built-in tuner (FM/AM) TUNER  
If you do not know the frequency of the station  
you want, you can let the receiver scan all  
available stations in your area.  
2
3
Turn on the component and start  
playback.  
Note  
1
Press TUNER repeatedly to select the  
FM or AM band.  
If you select the VCR or DVD recorder, set the  
TV’s video input to match the component you  
selected.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
Turn MASTER VOLUME on the receiver  
to adjust the volume.  
Tip  
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the  
receiver.  
Note  
To avoid damaging your speakers, make sure that  
you turn down the volume before you turn off the  
receiver.  
2
Press TUNING + or TUNING –.  
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high;  
press TUNING – to scan from high to low.  
The receiver stops scanning whenever a  
station is received.  
To mute the sound  
Press MUTING.  
The muting function will be canceled when you  
do the following.  
• Press MUTING again.  
• Turn the power off.  
Tip  
If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo  
reception is poor, press FM MODE to change to  
monaural (MONO). You will not be able to enjoy the  
stereo effect, but the sound will be less distorted. To  
return to stereo mode, press FM MODE again.  
• Increase the volume.  
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Direct tuning  
Storing FM stations  
automatically  
You can enter the frequency of the station you  
want directly.  
— AUTOBETICAL  
1
Press TUNER repeatedly to select the  
FM or AM band.  
RDS stations in alphabetical order without  
redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the  
stations with the clearest signals.  
If you want to store FM or AM stations one by  
one, see “Presetting radio stations”.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
2
3
Press D.TUNING.  
Press the numeric buttons to enter the  
frequency.  
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz  
Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0  
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz  
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.  
Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0  
Hold down INPUT SELECTOR and  
press ?/1 to turn the receiver back on.  
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust  
the direction of the AM loop antenna for  
optimum reception.  
“AUTO-BETICAL SELECT” appears in  
the display and the receiver scans and stores  
all the FM and FM RDS stations in the  
broadcast area.  
If you cannot tune in a station  
and the entered numbers flash  
For RDS stations, the tuner first checks for  
stations broadcasting the same program,  
then stores only the one with the clearest  
signal. The selected RDS stations are sorted  
alphabetically by their Program Service  
name, then assigned a 2-character preset  
code. For more details on RDS, see  
page 20.  
Make sure you have entered the right frequency.  
If not, repeat steps 2 and 3. If the entered  
numbers still flash, the frequency is not used in  
your area.  
Regular FM stations are assigned 2-  
character preset codes and stored after the  
RDS station.  
When done, “FINISH” appears in the  
display momentarily and the receiver  
returns to the normal operation.  
Notes  
• Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied  
remote during autobetical operation, except ?/1.  
• If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to  
store stations in your new area.  
• For details on tuning the stored stations, see “Tuning  
to preset stations”.  
• If you move the antenna after storing stations with  
this procedure, the stored settings may no longer be  
valid. If this happens, repeat this procedure to store  
the stations again.  
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Tuning to preset stations  
Presetting radio stations  
1
Press TUNER repeatedly to select the  
FM or AM band.  
You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations.  
Then you can easily tune in the stations you  
often listen to.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
2
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or  
PRESET/CH/D.SKIP – repeatedly to  
select the preset station you want.  
Presetting radio stations  
Each time you press the button, you can  
select the preset station as follows:  
1
Press TUNER repeatedly to select the  
FM or AM band.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T  
2
3
Tune in the station that you want to  
preset using Automatic Tuning  
(page 17) or Direct Tuning (page 18).  
tC0y...yC2yC1T  
Using the receiver  
Press MEMORY.  
1 Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to  
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a  
few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the  
display goes out.  
select FM or AM.  
2 Press PRESET TUNING – or PRESET  
TUNING + repeatedly to select the preset  
station you want.  
4
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or  
PRESET/CH/D.SKIP – repeatedly to  
select a preset station number.  
To select the preset station  
directly  
Each time you press the button, you can  
select the preset station number as follows:  
Press the numeric buttons.  
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T  
The preset station of the selected number in the  
current memory page is tuned in. Press SHIFT  
repeatedly on the remote to change the memory  
page.  
tC0y...yC2yC1T  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you select  
the preset station number, start again from  
step 3.  
Tips  
• You can also use PRESET TUNING + or  
PRESET TUNING – on the receiver.  
• You can also press SHIFT repeatedly to select a  
memory page (A, B or C) and then press the  
numeric buttons to select a preset number.  
5
Press MEMORY again.  
The station is stored to the selected preset  
number.  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press  
MEMORY, start again from step 3.  
6
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another  
station.  
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Notes  
• If there is an emergency announcement by government  
authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the display.  
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,  
the message scrolls across the display.  
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS service,  
“NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”) appears in the  
display.  
Using the Radio Data  
System (RDS)  
This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio  
Data System), which enables radio stations to  
send additional information along with the  
regular program signal. You can also display  
RDS information.  
Description of program types  
Notes  
Program type  
indication  
Description  
• RDS is operable only for FM stations.  
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they  
provide the same types of services. If you are not  
familiar with the RDS services in your area, check  
NEWS  
News programs  
AFFAIRS  
Topical programs that expand on  
current news  
INFO  
Programs offering information on  
a wide spectrum of subjects,  
including consumer affairs and  
medical advice  
Receiving RDS broadcasts  
Simply select a station on the FM band  
using Automatic tuning (page 17), Direct  
tuning (page 18), or preset tuning  
(page 19).  
SPORT  
Sports programs  
EDUCATE  
Educational programs, such as  
“how-to” and advice programs  
DRAMA  
Radio plays and serials  
When you tune in a station that provides RDS  
services, the RDS indicator lights up and the  
program service name appears in the display.  
CULTURE  
Programs about national or  
regional culture, such as language  
and social concerns  
Note  
SCIENCE  
VARIED  
Programs about the natural  
sciences and technology  
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to  
is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the  
signal strength is weak.  
Other types of programs such as  
celebrity interviews, panel games,  
and comedy  
Displaying RDS information  
POP M  
Popular music programs  
Rock music programs  
Easy Listening  
ROCK M  
EASY M  
LIGHT M  
While receiving an RDS station, press  
DISPLAY repeatedly.  
Instrumental, vocal, and choral  
music  
Each time you press the button, RDS  
information on the display changes cyclically as  
follows:  
CLASSICS  
OTHER M  
Performances of major orchestras,  
chamber music, opera, etc.  
Program Service name t Frequency t  
a)  
Music that does not fit into any  
categories above, such as Rhythm  
& Blues and Reggae  
Program Type indication t Radio Text  
b)  
indication t Current Time indication (in 24-  
hour system) t Sound field currently applied  
t Volume level  
WEATHER  
FINANCE  
Weather information  
a)  
Stock market reports and trading,  
etc.  
Type of program being broadcast (see page 20).  
b)  
Text messages sent by the RDS station.  
CHILDREN  
SOCIAL  
Programs for children  
Programs about people and the  
things that affect them  
RELIGION  
Programs of religious content  
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Program type  
indication  
Description  
PHONE IN  
TRAVEL  
LEISURE  
Programs where members of the  
public express their views by  
phone or in a public forum  
Programs about travel. Not for  
announcements that are located by  
TP/TA  
Programs on recreational  
activities such as gardening,  
fishing, cooking, etc.  
JAZZ  
Jazz programs  
COUNTRY  
NATION M  
Country music programs  
Programs featuring the popular  
music of the country or region  
OLDIES  
Programs featuring oldies music  
Folk music programs  
FOLK M  
DOCUMENT  
NONE  
Investigative features  
Any programs not defined above  
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About the indications in the display  
1
2
3
4
5
;
;
DIGITAL DTS  
PRO LOGIC II  
ST  
MEMORY  
SW  
L
C
S
R
MONO D.RANGE  
RDS OPT COAX  
L F E  
SL  
SR  
q;  
9
8
7 6  
A ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is  
decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital  
format.  
H OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a  
digital signal being input through the OPT  
terminal.  
B DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input.  
I LFE: Lights up when the disc being played  
back contains the LFE (Low Frequency  
Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is  
actually being reproduced.  
C SW: Lights up when the audio signal is output  
from the SUB WOOFER jack.  
D Playback channel indicators: The letters  
(L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being  
played back. The boxes around the letters vary  
to show how the receiver downmixes the  
source sound.  
J ; PRO LOGIC II: ; PRO LOGIC” lights  
up when the receiver applies Pro Logic  
processing to 2 channel signals in order to  
output the center and surround channel  
signals. “; PRO LOGIC II” lights up when  
the Pro Logic II Movie/Music decoder is  
activated.  
L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center  
(monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR  
(Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or  
the surround components obtained by Pro  
Logic processing))  
Note  
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II  
decoding do not function for DTS format signals.  
Example:  
Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2  
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO  
L
C
R
SL  
SR  
E Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the  
receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See  
pages 17–21 for tuner operations.  
F D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range  
compression is activated (page 26).  
G COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a  
digital signal being input through the COAX  
terminal.  
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Enjoying higher fidelity  
sound  
Enjoying Surround Sound  
Using only the front  
speakers and sub woofer  
— 2CH STEREO  
Decoding the input audio  
signal automatically (AUTO  
FORMAT DIRECT)  
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound  
from the front left/right speakers and sub woofer  
only.  
When multi channel surround formats are input,  
the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with  
bass frequencies being output from the sub  
woofer.  
When standard 2 channel stereo sources are  
input, the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry  
will be activated. The front channel bass  
frequencies will be output from the sub woofer.  
In this mode, the receiver automatically detects  
the type of audio signal being input (Dolby  
Digital, DTS, standard 2 channel stereo, etc.)  
and performs the proper decoding if necessary.  
This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/  
encoded, without adding any surround effects.  
However, if there are no low frequency signals  
(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a low  
frequency signal for output to the sub woofer.  
Press A.F.D.  
“A.F.D. AUTO” appears in the display.  
The receiver automatically detects the type of  
audio signal being input and performs the proper  
decoding if necessary.  
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –  
repeatedly to select “2CH ST.”.  
The receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO  
mode.  
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Enjoying stereo sound in multi  
channel (2 channel decoding  
mode)  
Selecting a sound field  
You can take advantage of surround sound  
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-  
programmed sound fields. They bring the  
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters  
and concert halls into your home.  
This mode lets you specify the type of decoding  
for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can  
reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels  
through Dolby Pro Logic II or 4 channels  
through Dolby Pro Logic.  
Selecting a sound field for  
movies  
Press ; PL/PLII repeatedly to select the 2  
channel decoding mode.  
The selected type of decoding appears in the  
display.  
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –  
repeatedly to select the sound field you  
want.  
x DOLBY PL (PRO LOGIC)  
The selected sound field appears in the display.  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source  
recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4.1 channels.  
Sound field  
Display  
x PLII MOV (PRO LOGIC II MOVIE)  
CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS  
CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS  
CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS  
C.ST.EX A  
C.ST.EX B  
C.ST.EX C  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding.  
This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby  
Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound  
in 5.1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or  
old movies.  
About DCS (Digital Cinema  
Sound)  
x PLII MUS (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)  
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS  
technology.  
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding.  
This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as  
CDs.  
DCS is the concept name of the surround  
technology for home theater developed by Sony.  
DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor)  
technology to reproduce the sound  
characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio  
in Hollywood.  
Tip  
You can also use ; PLII on the receiver to select  
“DOLBY PL”, “PLII MOV” or “PLII MUS”.  
Note  
When played at home, DCS will create a  
powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic  
combination of sound and action as envisioned  
by the movie director.  
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do  
not function for DTS format signals.  
x C.ST.EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) DCS  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema  
production studio. This is a standard mode, great for  
watching most any type of movies.  
x C.ST.EX B (CINEMA STUDIO EX B) DCS  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema  
production studio. This mode is ideal for watching  
science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound  
effects.  
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x C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS  
Selecting a sound field for  
music  
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is  
ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra  
music is featured in the soundtrack.  
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –  
repeatedly to select the sound field you  
want.  
About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes  
The selected sound field appears in the display.  
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for  
watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with  
multi channel surround effects. You can  
reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony  
Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in your  
home.  
Sound field  
HALL  
Display  
HALL  
JAZZ CLUB  
LIVE CONCERT  
GAME  
JAZZ  
CONCERT  
GAME  
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of  
the following three elements.  
x HALL  
• Virtual Multi Dimension  
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single  
pair of actual surround speakers.  
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.  
x JAZZ (JAZZ CLUB)  
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.  
• Screen Depth Matching  
Creates the sensation that the sound is coming  
from inside the screen like in theaters.  
• Cinema Studio Reverberation  
x CONCERT (LIVE CONCERT)  
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.  
x GAME  
Reproduces the type of reverberation found in  
theaters.  
The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate  
these three elements simultaneously.  
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game  
software.  
To turn off the surround effect  
Notes  
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –  
repeatedly to select “2CH ST.” or press A.F.D.  
to select “A.F.D. AUTO”.  
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may  
cause increased noise in the playback signal.  
• When listening with sound fields that employ the  
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any  
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.  
Tips  
• The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound  
field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field  
Link). For example, if you select HALL for the DVD  
input, then change to a different input and then return  
to DVD, HALL will automatically be applied again.  
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD  
software, etc. by looking at the logo on the package.  
: Dolby Digital discs  
: Dolby Surround encoded  
programs  
: DTS Digital Surround encoded programs  
Note  
Sound fields do not function for the signals with a  
sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.  
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LEVEL menu parameters  
The initial setting is underlined.  
Advanced Adjustments and Settings  
L
R
x
BAL. L/R XX  
(Front speaker balance)  
Customizing sound fields  
Initial setting: BALANCE (0)  
By adjusting the LEVEL menu, you can  
customize the sound fields to suit your particular  
listening situation.  
Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right  
speakers. You can adjust in the range of BAL. L (+1 to  
+8), BALANCE (0), BAL. R (+1 to +8) in 17 steps.  
x CTR XXX dB  
Note on the displayed items  
(Center speaker level)  
The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary  
depending on the sound field. Certain setup parameters  
may be dimmed in the display. This means that the  
selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and  
unchangeable.  
x SUR.L. XXX dB  
(Surround speaker (left) level)  
x SUR.R. XXX dB  
(Surround speaker (right) level)  
x S.W. XXX dB  
(Sub woofer level)  
Adjusting the LEVEL menu  
You can adjust the balance and level of each  
speaker. These settings are applied to all sound  
fields except for the effect level parameter. The  
effect level parameter settings are stored  
individually for each sound field.  
Initial setting: 0 dB  
You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.  
D.RANGE  
x
COMP. XXX  
(Dynamic range compressor)  
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound  
track. This may be useful when you want to watch  
movies at low volumes late at night.  
1
Start playing a source encoded with  
multi channel surround effects (DVD,  
etc.).  
The dynamic range is not compressed.  
• STD  
2
3
Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select  
LEVEL ”.  
The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the  
recording engineer.  
Press or  
repeatedly to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
• MAX  
For details, see “LEVEL menu parameters”  
below.  
The dynamic range is compressed dramatically.  
Tip  
4
5
While monitoring the sound, press  
Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the  
dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic  
range information included in the Dolby Digital signal.  
We recommend using the “MAX” setting. This greatly  
compresses the dynamic range and lets you view  
movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog  
limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a  
very natural compression.  
or  
repeatedly to select the setting  
you want.  
The setting is entered automatically.  
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other  
parameters.  
Note  
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby  
Digital sources only.  
x EFCT. XXX (Effect level)  
Initial setting: STD  
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the surround effect.  
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Resetting sound fields to the  
initial settings  
Adjusting the tone  
You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble  
level) of the front speaker using the TONE  
menu.  
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn off the power.  
While holding down SOUND FIELD,  
press ?/1.  
1
Start playing a source encoded with  
multi channel surround effects (DVD,  
etc.).  
“SF. CLR.” appears in the display and all  
sound fields are reset to the initial setting.  
2
3
Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select  
TONE ”.  
Press or  
repeatedly to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
For details, see “TONE menu parameters”  
below.  
4
5
While monitoring the sound, press  
or  
repeatedly to select the setting  
you want.  
The setting is entered automatically.  
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other  
items.  
Notes  
• You cannot adjust the tone when the receiver is  
decoding signals with a sampling frequency of more  
than 48 kHz.  
• You also cannot adjust the tone when you select a  
sound field for movies and music (page 24, 25).  
TONE menu parameters  
x BASS XX dB  
(Front speaker bass level)  
x TREB. XX dB  
(Front speaker treble level)  
Initial setting: 0 dB  
You can adjust from –6 dB to +6 dB in 1 dB steps.  
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x TV-XXXX  
(Audio input mode for TV/SAT input)  
Advanced settings  
Lets you select the audio input mode for TV/SAT  
input.  
Using the SET UP menu to  
adjust the receiver  
• AUTO  
Gives priority to digital signals when there are both  
digital and analog connections. If there are no digital  
signals, analog is selected.  
You can adjust various receiver settings using  
the SET UP menu.  
• OPT  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to the  
DIGITAL TV/SAT OPT IN jack.  
• ANLG  
1
2
Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select  
SET UP ”.  
Press or repeatedly to select the  
parameter you want to adjust.  
Specifies the the analog audio signals input to the  
TV/SAT AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.  
For details, see “SET UP menu parameters”  
below.  
x DUAL XXX  
(Digital broadcast language selection)  
3
4
Press  
setting you want.  
or  
repeatedly to select the  
Lets you select the language you want to listen to  
during digital broadcast. This feature only functions  
for Dolby Digital sources.  
The setting is entered automatically.  
• M/S (Main/Sub)  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other  
items.  
Sound of the main language will be output through  
the front left speaker and sound of the sub language  
will be output through the front right speaker  
simultaneously.  
SET UP menu parameters  
The initial setting is underlined.  
• M (Main)  
Sound of the main language will be output.  
• S (Sub)  
x DVD-XXXX  
(Audio input mode for DVD input)  
Sound of the sub language will be output.  
• M+S (Main + Sub)  
Lets you select the audio input mode for DVD input.  
• AUTO  
Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will  
be output.  
Gives priority to digital signals when there are both  
digital and analog connections. If there are no digital  
signals, analog is selected.  
x DEC. XXXX  
• OPT  
(Digital audio input decoding priority)  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to the  
DIGITAL DVD OPT IN jack.  
• COAX  
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal  
input to the DIGITAL IN jacks.  
The initial setting is “DEC. AUTO” for TV/SAT and  
“DEC. PCM” for DVD.  
Specifies the digital audio signals input to the  
DIGITAL DVD COAX IN jack.  
• ANLG  
• AUTO  
Automatically switches the input mode between  
DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.  
Specifies the analog audio signals input to the DVD  
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.  
• PCM  
PCM signals are given priority (to prevent the  
interruption when playback starts). Even when other  
signals are input, the sound is output. However, this  
receiver cannot decode DTS-CD when set to “DEC.  
PCM”.  
Note  
When set to “DEC. AUTO” and the sound from the  
digital audio jacks (for CD, etc.) is interrupted when  
playback starts, set to “DEC. PCM”.  
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Other Operations  
Using the Sleep Timer  
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically  
at a specified time.  
1
2
Press ALT to light up the button.  
Press SLEEP while the power is on.  
Each time you press SLEEP, the display  
changes cyclically as follows:  
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t  
0-30-00 t OFF  
The display dims after you have specified the  
time.  
Tip  
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns  
off, press ALT to light up the button (page 30), then  
press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the  
display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will  
be canceled.  
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Operations Using the Remote RM-U700  
You can use the remote RM-U700 to operate the  
components in your system.  
Remote button  
description  
Before you use your  
remote  
TV ?/1  
AV ?/1  
?/1  
ea  
1
2
3
e;  
wl  
wk  
wj  
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP  
VIDEO  
DVD  
SAT  
TV  
Inserting batteries into the  
remote  
AUX  
TUNER  
4
5
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and –  
properly oriented in the battery compartment.  
When using the remote, point it at the remote  
;
PL/PL  
A.F.D.  
wh  
DUAL  
SOUND  
MONO FM MODE D.TUNING FIELD  
sensor  
on the receiver.  
1
4
7
2
3
wg  
AUDIO  
TIME  
ANGLE SUBTITLE  
5
6
6
PRESET/  
SWAP  
JUMP CH/D.SKIP  
8
9
MEMORY  
SHIFT  
wf  
wd  
ws  
wa  
w;  
.
>
7
8
0/10  
TUNING  
>10/11 ENTER/12  
DISC  
ALT  
-
m
M
ANT  
CLEAR SEARCH MODE  
X
x
H
9
q;  
Tip  
TOP MENU/  
GUIDE  
MUTING  
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for  
about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates  
the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.  
AV MENU  
ql  
MASTER  
VOL  
F
ENTER  
f
G
g
qa  
Notes  
qk  
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid  
place.  
O
DISPLAY  
TV VOL  
RETURN/EXIT  
TV/  
MAIN  
MENU  
• 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.  
VIDEO  
TV CH  
qj  
qh  
qg  
TEST  
TONE  
qs  
qd  
WIDE  
• 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.  
qf  
The tables below show the settings of each  
button.  
Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
A.F.D. wh Receiver  
ALT ws Remote  
Selects A.F.D. AUTO.  
When ALT button lights  
up, it changes the remote  
key function to activate  
those buttons with orange  
printing.  
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Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
ANGLE 6 DVD  
recorder  
VCR  
Selects viewing angle or  
changes the angles.  
ENTER qa Receiver/  
Enters the selection.  
VCR/  
satellite tuner/  
DVD  
recorder  
ANT 8  
Selects output signal  
from the antenna  
terminal: TV signal or  
VCR program.  
ENTER/12 TV/VCR/  
Enters the selection.  
wd  
satellite tuner  
AUDIO 6 TV/VCR/  
DVD  
Changes the sound to  
Multiplex or Bilingual  
or Multi Channel TV  
Sound.  
FM MODE Receiver  
6
Selects FM monaural or  
stereo reception.  
recorder  
JUMP 6 TV  
Toggles between the  
previous and the current  
channels.  
AUX 4  
Receiver  
To listen to an audio  
equipment.  
AV MENU VCR/  
Displays menu.  
MAIN  
MENU qj  
Receiver  
Selects the menu of the  
receiver.  
qa  
satellite tuner/  
DVD  
recorder  
MASTER Receiver  
VOL +/–  
Adjusts the master  
volume of the receiver.  
AV ?/1  
e;  
TV/VCR/  
CD player/  
DVD  
Turns the audio and  
video components on or  
off.  
qk  
MEMORY Receiver  
7
Stores the radio stations.  
recorder  
MUTING Receiver  
ql  
Mutes the sound from  
the receiver.  
CLEAR 8 DVD  
recorder  
Press if you make a  
mistake when you press  
the numeric button or  
press to return to  
PRESET/  
CH/D.SKIP TV/VCR/  
+/– wf satellite tuner  
Receiver  
Selects preset stations.  
Selects preset channel.  
continuous play etc.  
CD player/  
DVD  
recorder  
Skips discs (multi-disc  
changer only).  
DISC wa  
CD player  
Selects a disc directly  
(multi-disc changer  
only).  
RETURN/ DVD  
EXIT/O recorder  
Returns to the previous  
menu or exits the menu.  
DISPLAY TV/VCR/  
Selects information  
displayed on the TV  
screen.  
qa  
DVD  
recorder  
qa  
Satellite tuner Exits the menu.  
D.TUNING Receiver  
6
Enters direct tuning  
mode.  
SAT wk  
Receiver  
To watch satellite tuner.  
SEARCH DVD  
MODE wa recorder  
Selects searching mode.  
Press to select the unit  
for search (track, index,  
etc.)  
DUAL  
MONO 6  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Selects the language  
you want during digital  
broadcast.  
DVD 2  
To watch DVD.  
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Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
SHIFT wd  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Selects a memory  
TV/VIDEO TV  
qh  
Selects input signal:  
TV input or video  
input.  
page for presetting  
radio stations or  
tuning to preset  
stations.  
TV VOL  
TV  
Adjusts the volume of  
the TV.  
+/– qs  
SLEEP ea  
Activates the sleep  
function and the  
duration which the  
receiver turns off  
automatically.  
TV ?/1 1 TV  
Turns the TV on or off.  
To watch VCR.  
VIDEO 3 Receiver  
WIDE qf  
TV  
Selects the wide  
picture mode.  
1-9 6 and Receiver  
0/10 7  
Use with SHIFT to  
preset radio station or  
tuning to preset  
stations and with  
D.TUNING for direct  
tuning.  
SOUND  
FIELD +/–  
wg  
Selects sound fields.  
SUBTITLE DVD  
6
Changes the subtitles.  
recorder  
SWAP* 6 TV  
Swaps the small and  
large picture.  
CD player  
TV/VCR/  
Selects track numbers.  
0/10 selects track 10.  
SYSTEM  
STANDBY TV/VCR/  
(Press AV  
Receiver/  
Turns off the receiver  
and other Sony audio/  
Selects channel  
satellite tuner numbers.  
satellite tuner/ video components.  
>10/11 7  
CD player  
Selects track numbers  
over 10.  
?/1 e; and CD player/  
?/1ea atthe DVD  
same time)  
recorder  
-/-- wa  
TV  
Selects the channel  
entry mode, either one  
or two digit.  
TEST TONE Receiver  
qg  
Outputs test tone.  
?/1 ea  
Receiver  
Turns the receiver on  
or off.  
TIME 6  
CD player/  
DVD  
recorder  
Shows the time or  
displays the playing  
time of disc, etc.  
;PL/PLII Receiver  
5
Selects DOLBY PL,  
PLII MOV or PLII  
MUS.  
TOP MENU/ DVD  
GUIDE qa recorder  
Displays DVD title.  
V/v qa  
Receiver  
Receiver  
Selects a menu item.  
Satellite tuner Displays guide menu.  
B/b qa  
Adjusts or changes the  
setting.  
TUNER wj Receiver  
To listen to radio  
programs.  
V/v/B/b qa VCR/  
Selects a menu item.  
TUNING  
–/+ 8  
Receiver  
Receiver  
TV  
Scans radio stations.  
satellite tuner/ Press to enter the  
DVD  
recorder  
selection.  
TV wl  
To watch TV  
programs.  
TV CH +/–  
qd  
Selects preset TV  
channels.  
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture  
function.  
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Remote  
Button  
Operations Function  
Changing the factory  
./> VCR/  
CD player/  
DVD recorder  
m/M CD player/  
Skips tracks.  
setting of an input button  
7
If the factory settings of the input buttons do not  
match your system components, you can change  
them. For example, if you have a CD player and  
you do not have a DVD recorder, you can assign  
the DVD button to your CD player.  
Searches tracks in the  
DVD recorder forward or backward  
direction.  
8
VCR  
Fastforwards or  
rewinds.  
1
Hold down the input button whose  
input you want to change (for example,  
DVD).  
H 9  
VCR/  
CD player/  
DVD recorder  
Starts playblack.  
X q;  
VCR/  
CD player/  
DVD recorder recording with  
components in  
Pauses playblack or  
record. (Also starts  
2
Press the corresponding button of the  
component you want to assign to the  
input button (for example, 1 – CD  
player).  
recording standby.)  
The following buttons are assigned to select  
the input:  
x w;  
VCR/  
CD player/  
DVD recorder  
Stops playback.  
To operate  
Press  
CD player  
1
2
Notes  
VCR (command mode VTR 2*)  
VCR (command mode VTR 3*)  
DVD recorder  
• The AUX button on the remote is not available for  
receiver operation.  
3
4
• When you press the input buttons (VIDEO, DVD),  
the input mode of the TV might not switch to the  
corresponding input mode that you want. In this case,  
press the TV/VIDEO button to switch the input mode  
of the TV.  
TV  
5
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)  
Tuner (this receiver)  
DCS (Digital CS Tuner)  
BSD (Digital BS Tuner)  
Tuner (Component tuner)  
6
7
8
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press  
ALT first before pressing the buttons.  
9
0/10  
• Some functions explained in this section may not  
work depending on the model.  
*Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or 3  
setting. These correspond to 8mm and VHS  
respectively.  
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an  
example only. Therefore, depending on the  
component the above operation may not be possible  
or may operate differently than described  
Now you can use the DVD button to control  
the CD player.  
To reset a button to its factory  
setting  
Repeat the above procedure.  
To reset all the input buttons to  
their factory setting  
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the  
same time.  
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If you encounter color irregularity on a  
nearby TV screen  
The speakers and the sub woofer are magnetically  
shielded to allow it to be installed near a TV set.  
However, color irregularities may still be observed  
on certain types of TV sets.  
Additional Information  
Precautions  
On safety  
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,  
unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
If color irregularity is observed...  
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on again after  
15 to 30 minutes.  
If color irregularity is observed again...  
Place the speaker further away from the TV set.  
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.  
If howling occurs  
Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on  
the receiver.  
• The receiver is not disconnected from the AC power  
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall  
outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.  
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long  
time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall  
outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the  
plug itself; never pull the cord.  
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.  
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified  
service shop.  
On heat buildup  
Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is  
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver  
at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,  
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning  
yourself, do not touch the cabinet.  
On placement  
• 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.  
• Use caution when placing the receiver or speakers on  
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,  
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the  
surface may result.  
On operation  
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn  
off and unplug the receiver.  
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The left and right sounds are unbalanced or  
reversed.  
• Check that the speakers and components are  
connected correctly and securely.  
Troubleshooting  
If you experience any of the following  
difficulties while using the receiver, use this  
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the  
problem.  
• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.  
There is severe hum or noise.  
• Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
There is no sound or only a very low-level  
sound no matter which component is  
selected.  
• Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely and correctly.  
• Check that both the receiver and all components  
are turned on.  
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a  
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters away  
from a TV set or fluorescent light.  
• Move your TV away from the audio components.  
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a  
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.  
• Check that you have selected the correct  
component on the receiver.  
There is no sound or only a very low-level  
sound is heard from the center or/and  
surround speakers.  
• Make sure the sound field function is on (press  
SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –).  
• Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 24).  
• Adjust the speaker level (page 16).  
• Check that MASTER VOLUME on the receiver is  
not set at VOL MIN.  
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.  
There is 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.  
There is no sound from the sub woofer.  
• Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly  
and securely.  
The surround effect cannot be obtained.  
• Make sure the sound field function is on (press  
SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD –).  
• Check that you have selected the correct  
component on the receiver.  
There is no sound from one of the front  
speakers.  
• Sound fields do not function for the signals with a  
sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz.  
• 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.  
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is  
not reproduced.  
• Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in  
Dolby Digital or DTS format.  
• When connecting the DVD recorder, etc. to the  
digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio  
setting (settings for the audio output) of the  
connected component.  
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Remote control  
The FM reception is poor.  
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to  
connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as  
shown below. If you connect the receiver to an  
outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To  
prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground  
wire to a gas pipe.  
The remote does not function.  
• The AUX button on the remote is not available for  
receiver operation.  
• Point the remote at the remote sensor  
receiver.  
on the  
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the  
remote and the receiver.  
Outdoor FM antenna  
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new  
ones, if they are weak.  
• Make sure you select the correct input on the  
remote.  
Receiver  
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press  
ALT first before pressing the buttons.  
• Before you use the V/v/B/b button for receiver  
operation, press MAIN MENU. To operate other  
components, press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV  
MENU after pressing the function button.  
ANTENNA  
AM  
U
Ground wire  
(not supplied)  
To ground  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
• Check that the antennas are connected securely.  
Adjust the antennas and connect an external  
antenna if necessary.  
Error message  
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a  
message.  
PROTECT  
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak  
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct  
tuning.  
Irregular current is output from the speakers. The  
receiver will automatically turn off after a few  
seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on  
the power again. If this problem persists, consult  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly  
(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).  
• No stations have been preset or the preset stations  
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning  
preset stations). Preset the stations (page 19).  
If you are unable to remedy the  
problem using the  
troubleshooting guide  
RDS does not work.  
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS  
station.  
• Select a stronger FM station.  
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the  
problem (page 13). However, note that all  
memorized settings will be reset to their factory  
settings and you will have to readjust all settings  
on the receiver.  
The RDS information that you want does not  
appear.  
• Contact the radio station and find out whether they  
actually provide the service in question. If so, the  
service may be temporarily out of order.  
If the problem persist  
There is no picture or an unclear picture  
appears on the TV screen or monitor.  
• Select the appropriate input on the receiver.  
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
• Move your TV away from the audio components.  
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
Reference sections for clearing  
the receiver’s memory  
To clear  
See  
All memorized settings  
Customized sound fields  
page 13  
page 27  
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Video section  
Inputs/Outputs  
Video:  
Specifications  
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Amplifier section  
Power Output  
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)  
General  
Power requirements  
Power consumption  
Power consumption (during standby mode)  
0.3 W  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
430 × 352 × 66 mm  
1)  
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
170 W  
2)  
FRONT : 40 W/ch  
CENTER : 40 W  
2)  
2)  
SURR : 40 W/ch  
1)  
(6 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)  
2)  
FRONT : 60 W/ch  
CENTER : 60 W  
SURR : 60 W/ch  
2)  
including projecting parts  
and controls  
5.5 kg  
2)  
Mass (Approx.)  
1) Measured under 230 V AC, 50 Hz  
2) Depending on the sound field settings and the  
source, there may be no sound output.  
Speaker section  
Front speakers  
• HTR-6600 (SS-SLP701)  
• HTR-6100 (SS-MSP501)  
Center speaker (SS-CNP501)  
Surround speakers (SS-MSP501)  
Inputs (Analog)  
TV/SAT, DVD, VIDEO Sensitivity: 500 mV  
Impedance: 50 kiloohms  
Speaker system  
Full range, magnetically  
shielded  
Inputs (Digital)  
DVD (Coaxial)  
Sensitivity: –  
Impedance: 75 ohms  
Speaker units  
SS-SLP701  
40 × 70 mm cone type  
DVD, TV/SAT (Optical) Sensitivity: –  
Impedance: –  
SS-MSP501/SS-CNP501 55 × 110 mm cone type  
Enclosure type  
Bass reflex  
6 ohms  
Rated Impedance  
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
Outputs (Analog)  
SS-SLP701  
SS-CNP501  
SS-MSP501  
Mass (Approx.)  
SS-SLP701  
SS-MSP501  
SS-CNP501  
246 × 1053 × 246 mm  
280 × 82 × 106 mm  
76 × 162 × 106 mm  
SUB WOOFER  
Voltage: 2 V  
Impedance: 1 kiloohms  
Reproduction frequency range:  
28 – 20,000 Hz  
4.0 kg  
0.8 kg  
1.0 kg  
Tone  
Sub woofer (SA-WMSP601)  
Speaker system  
Gain levels  
6 dB, 1 dB step  
Active subwoofer,  
magnetically shielded  
200 mm cone type  
Acoustically loaded bass  
reflex  
175 W (5 ohms, 100 Hz,  
10% THD)  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
Antenna  
Antenna terminals  
Intermediate Frequency 10.7 MHz  
Speaker unit  
Enclosure type  
87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
FM wire antenna  
75 ohms, unbalanced  
RMS output  
Frequency range:  
Input  
Power requirements  
Power consumption  
30 Hz – 200 Hz  
AM tuner section  
Tuning range  
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 - 1,602 kHz  
LINE IN (input pin jacks)  
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
120 W  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
270 × 325 × 398 mm  
Antenna  
Loop antenna  
Intermediate Frequency 450 kHz  
including front panel  
10 kg  
Mass (Approx.)  
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Supplied accessories  
FM wire antenna (1)  
AM loop antenna (1)  
Speaker connecting cord (5)  
Monaural connecting cord (1)  
Coaxial digital cord (1)  
Foot pads (speakers)  
• HTR-6600 (12)  
• HTR-6100 (20)  
Foot pads (subwoofer) (4)  
Remote commander (1)  
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)  
Speakers  
• Front speakers (2)  
• Center speaker (1)  
• Surround speakers (2)  
• Sub woofer (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
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List of button locations and reference pages  
Illustration number  
How to use pages 39  
r
Use this page to find the location of buttons that are  
mentioned in the text.  
INPUT SELECTOR qd (17, 18, 19)  
R
R
Name of button/part  
Reference page  
Main unit  
MUTING qs (17, 35)  
ALPHABETICAL ORDER  
NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS  
PRESET TUNING + 9 (19)  
Display 2 (20)  
?/1 (power) 1 (13, 16, 18)  
PRESET TUNING – 8 (19)  
SOUND FIELD qa (27)  
DVD (indicator) 5 (17)  
INPUT SELECTOR qd (17, 18,  
19)  
; PLII q; (24)  
TUNER (indicator) 7 (17)  
TV/SAT (indicator) 6 (17)  
VIDEO (indicator) 4 (17)  
IR (receptor) 3 (30, 36)  
MASTER VOLUME qf (16, 17,  
35)  
1
2
3
4 5 6 7  
8 9 q; qa qs qd  
qf  
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Index  
A
Adjusting  
LEVEL parameter 26  
Selecting  
component 17  
SET UP parameters 14, 28  
TONE parameter 27  
Sleep Timer 29  
Automatic tuning 17  
Sound field  
selecting 24–25  
C
Speakers  
adjusting speaker levels and balance 16  
connection 10  
D
Direct tuning 18  
Supplied accessories 38  
Dual Mono 28  
T
L
Test tone 16  
LEVEL menu 26  
TONE menu 27  
Tuning  
automatically 17  
directly 18  
to preset stations 19  
P
Preset stations  
how to 19  
how to tune 19  
R
RDS 20  
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