Enjoying Surround Sound

Using only the front speakers and sub woofer.. 24 2CH STEREO Enjoying higher fidelity sound. 24 Selecting a sound field. 25
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
Customizing sound fields.. 27 Adjusting the tone.. 28 Advanced settings.. 29
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1: Check how to hookup your components
Steps 1a through 1b beginning on page 7 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 10).

Connectable components

Component to be connected Page
DVD player With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyb) TV monitor With composite video input only Satellite tuner With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyb) VCR

8, 7 9

Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc. Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.

continued

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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

White (L) Red (R)

D Optical digital cord

B Audio/video cord
Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio)
E Coaxial digital cord (supplied)

Orange

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 player or satellite tuner
For details on the required cords (AE), see page 6.
1 Connect the audio jacks.

Satellite tuner

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OPTICAL

ANTENNA

MONITOR OUT DVD

DIGITAL

OPT IN

OPT IN COAX IN

TV/SAT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

SUB WOOFER

OPTICAL

DIGITAL COAXIAL L

DVD player
* Connect to either the COAX IN or OPT IN jack. We recommend making connections to the COAX IN jack.
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.

TV monitor

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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 18). For details on the required cords (AE), see page 6.

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT L
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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)
* The shape of connector varies depending on the area code.
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 HT-SL800/HT-SL700 only
Center speaker Front speaker (Right)

Surround speaker (Right)

Front speaker (Left)

Sub woofer

Surround speaker (Left)

HT-SL600/HT-SL500 only

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A Speaker cords (supplied) B Monaural audio cord (supplied)

Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. 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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5: Setting up the speakers
You can use the SET UP menu to set the distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver.
C DIST. X.X m (Center speaker distance)
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select SET UP. Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.
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).
SR SL DIST. X.X m (Surround speaker distance)
For details, see Speaker setup parameters below.
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.
Initial setting: 3.0 m 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). If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.
Press or repeatedly to select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the items that follow.

Speaker setup parameters

The initial setting is underlined.
L R 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.

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. 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. 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 12 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!

100-120

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SR SL PL. XXXX (Surround speaker placement)
Lets you specify the height of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 25).
6: Setting up the sub woofer
Listening to the sub woofer

B 60 A 30

MIN MAX

POWER indicator

LOW Select if the height of your surround speakers corresponds to section A. HIGH Select if the height of your surround speakers corresponds to section B.
Before playing the program source, set the volume to minimum on the receiver.
Turn on the receiver. Press input buttons (e.g., DVD) to select the program source (e.g., DVD player).
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the program source.
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.
Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to best suit your preference according to the program source.
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.
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz.
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

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Direct tuning

You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly.
Storing FM stations automatically
AUTOBETICAL Amplifier Operation
(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
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 Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception.
This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM 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. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. Hold down INPUT SELECTOR and press ?/1 to turn the receiver back on.
If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers flash
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.
AUTO-BETICAL SELECT appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in the broadcast area. 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 21. Regular FM stations are assigned 2character preset codes and stored after the RDS station. When done, FINISH appears in the display momentarily and the receiver returns to the normal operation.
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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Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.
Tuning to preset stations
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or PRESET/CH/D.SKIP repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follows:
tA1yA2y.yA0yB1yB2y.yB0T tC0y.yC2yC1T
Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 18) or Direct Tuning (page 19). Press MEMORY.

Using the receiver

MEMORY appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the display goes out.
Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to select FM or AM. Press PRESET TUNING or PRESET TUNING + repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or PRESET/CH/D.SKIP repeatedly to select a preset station number.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station number as follows:
To select the preset station directly
Press the numeric buttons. 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.
If MEMORY goes out before you select the preset station number, start again from step 3.
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.

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.
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station.
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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.
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.

TRAVEL

LEISURE
JAZZ COUNTRY NATION M OLDIES FOLK M DOCUMENT NONE
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About the indications in the display
; DIGITAL DTS SW ;PRO LOGIC II L F E
ST MEMORY MONO D.RANGE RDS OPT COAX
H OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPT terminal. 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. 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.
A ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. B DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input. 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. 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))

Example:

Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do not function for DTS format signals.
Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
E Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 1822 for tuner operations.
RDS appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only.
F D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 27). G COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAX terminal.
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Using only the front speakers and sub woofer

2CH STEREO

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 receivers bass redirection circuitry will be activated. The front channel bass frequencies will be output from the sub woofer.
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD repeatedly to select 2CH ST.
Enjoying higher fidelity sound

Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select SET UP. Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.
For details, see SET UP menu parameters below.
x DUAL XXX (Digital broadcast language selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. M/S (Main/Sub) 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. M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output. M+S (Main + Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items.

SET UP menu parameters

x DVD-XXXX (Audio input mode for DVD input)
Lets you select the audio input mode for DVD input. AUTO Gives priority to digital signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital signals, analog is selected. OPT Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL DVD OPT IN jack. COAX Specifies the digital audio signals input to the DIGITAL DVD COAX IN jack. ANLG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the DVD AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
x DEC. XXXX (Digital audio input decoding priority)
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. AUTO Automatically switches the input mode between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM. 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.
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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Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.
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.
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press ALT to light up the button (page 31), 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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You can use the remote RM-U700 to operate the components in your system.
Remote button description

TV ?/1 AV ?/1

Before you use your remote
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP VIDEO DVD SAT TV

;PL/PL

A.F.D.

ea e; wl wk wj wh wg

Other Operations/Operations Using the Remote RM-U700

DUAL MONO 1 AUDIO

FM MODE D.TUNING 2 ANGLE SWAP MEMORY SHIFT JUMP 3 SUBTITLE 6

SOUND FIELD

PRESET/ CH/D.SKIP 9

ENTER/12 DISC ALT

0/10 >10/11 TUNING

CLEAR SEARCH MODE

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.

9 q; qa

TOP MENU/ GUIDE

AV MENU

MUTING

wf wd ws wa w; ql qk

MASTER VOL
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 dont use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

If color irregularity is observed again.
Place the speaker further away from the TV set.

If howling occurs

Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on 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.

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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Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
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 you have selected the correct component on the receiver. 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. Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver. There is no sound from one of the front speakers. 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.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu. There is severe hum or noise. Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. 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. 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 25). Adjust the speaker level (page 17). 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 ). Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. 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 player, 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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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.

Outdoor FM antenna

Remote control
The remote does not function. The AUX button on the remote is not available for receiver operation. The DISPLAY button on the remote is available for TUNER input only.* Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you select the correct input on the remote. 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. * Models of area code CEL, CEK only.

Test tone 17 TONE menu 28 Tuning automatically 18 directly 19 to preset stations 20
Preset stations how to 20 how to tune 20

RDS 21

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4-254-758-11(1)

FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver

GB Operating Instructions ________________________ FR Mode demploi ______________________________ ES Manual de instrucciones ______________________ DE Bedienungsanleitung _________________________

STR-SL500

2004 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. Dont throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly as chemical waste.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for model STR-SL500. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the supplied remote. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. For details on the use of your remote, see pages 3033. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. **DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Note for the supplied remote

For RM-U700

The AUX button on the remote is not available for receiver operation.
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Table of Contents

Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your components..4 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks. 6 1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks.8 2: Connecting the antennas.9 3: Connecting speakers.. 10 4: Connecting the AC power cord.12 5: Setting up the speakers. 13 6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance.. 15 TEST TONE
Operations Using the Remote RM-U700
Before you use your remote. 30 Remote button description.. 30 Changing the factory setting of an input button. 33

Additional Information

Precautions.. 34 Troubleshooting. 35 Specifications.. 37 List of button locations and reference pages.. 39 Index... 40

Amplifier Operation

Selecting the component..16 Listening to FM/AM radio.. 16 Storing FM stations automatically.17 AUTOBETICAL Presetting radio stations. 18 Using the Radio Data System (RDS). 19 About the indications in the display. 21

Enjoying Surround Sound

Using only the front speakers.. 22 Enjoying higher fidelity sound. 22 Selecting a sound field. 23
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
Customizing sound fields.. 26 Adjusting the tone.. 27 Advanced settings.. 28

Other Operations

Using the Sleep Timer. 29
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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 Page
DVD player With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyb) TV monitor With composite video input only Satellite tuner With digital audio outputa) With analog audio output onlyb) VCR

7 or 67 8

Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc. Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.
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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).

A Audio cord

White (L) Red (R)
D Optical digital cord E Coaxial digital cord

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 player or satellite tuner
For details on the required cords (AE), see page 5.
1 Connect the audio jacks.

DVD player

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL COAXIAL

ANTENNA

MONITOR OUT DVD

DIGITAL

OPT IN

OPT IN COAX IN

TV/SAT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

SUB WOOFER

DIGITAL OPTICAL L

Satellite tuner
* Connect to either the COAX IN or OPT IN jack. We recommend making connections to the COAX IN jack.

C XXXXX (CENTER) (Center speaker size)
Press B or b repeatedly to select the setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the items that follow.

Speaker setup parameters

The initial settings are underlined.
SW S.W. XXX (SUB WOOFER) (Sub woofer selection)
YES If you connect a sub woofer, select YES. NO If you did not connect a sub woofer, select NO. The front speakers are automatically set to LARGE and you cannot change this setting. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers. In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend that you set the cut off frequency on the sub woofer as high as possible.
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. SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to LARGE) or sub woofer.a) NO If you did not connect a center speaker, select NO. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.b)

continued

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SR SL XXXXX (SURROUND) (Surround speaker size)
L R DIST. X.X m (Front speaker distance)
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 surround speakers to LARGE. SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select SMALL to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the surround channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other LARGE speakers. NO If you did not connect surround speakers, select NO.c)
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.

100-120

a) c) correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes a) NORMAL b) PHANTOM c) 3 STEREO The LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker determine whether 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 is 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 BASS parameter in the TONE menu to boost the bass levels. To adjust the bass, see page 27.
C DIST. X.X m (Center speaker distance)
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).
SR SL DIST. X.X m (Surround speaker distance)
Initial setting: 3.0 m 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). If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.
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The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more that 1.5 meters closer than the front speakers. 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. 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 12 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!

6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance

TEST TONE

Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position.
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz.
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
SR SL PL. XXXX (Surround speaker placement)*
Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker.
Lets you specify the height of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 23).
For details on the LEVEL menu settings, see page 26.

B 60 A 30

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 are shown in the display during adjustment.
Press TEST TONE again after adjustment.

The test tone turns off.

LOW Select if the height of your surround speakers corresponds to section A. HIGH Select if the height of your surround speakers corresponds to section B. * This setup item is not available when the surround speaker size parameter is set to NO.
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Listening to FM/AM radio

You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see page 9).
Selecting the component 1
Press input buttons to select the input.

To select the Light up

VCR DVD player Satellite tuner Built-in tuner (FM/AM)

VIDEO DVD TV/SAT TUNER

The tuning scale is: FM: 50 kHz AM: 9 kHz
The selected input appears in the display.

Automatic tuning

If you do not know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area.

AUTO-BETICAL SELECT appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in the broadcast area. 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 19. Regular FM stations are assigned 2character preset codes and stored after the RDS station. When done, FINISH appears in the display momentarily and the receiver returns to the normal operation.
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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Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.
Tuning to preset stations
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or PRESET/CH/D.SKIP repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follows:
tA1yA2y.yA0yB1yB2y.yB0T tC0y.yC2yC1T
Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 16) or Direct Tuning (page 17). Press MEMORY.

Using the receiver

MEMORY appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the display goes out.
Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Press PRESET/CH/D.SKIP + or PRESET/CH/D.SKIP repeatedly to select a preset station number.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station number as follows:
To select the preset station directly
Press the numeric buttons. 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.

If MEMORY goes out before you select the preset station number, start again from step 3.
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.

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.
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station.
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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.
Displaying RDS information
While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly.
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 with your local radio stations for details.
Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t Program Type indicationa) t Radio Text indicationb) t Current Time indication (in 24hour system) t Sound field currently applied t Volume
Type of program being broadcast (see page 19). Text messages sent by the RDS station.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station on the FM band using automatic tuning (page 16), direct tuning (page 17), or preset tuning (page 18).
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.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, the RDS indicator lights up and the program service name appears in the display.
Description of program types
Program type indication Description
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.

NEWS AFFAIRS INFO

A ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital format. B DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input. C SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to YES (page 13) and 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 (based on the speakers settings). 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))

Example:

Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2 Output channel: Surround speakers absent Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do not function for DTS format signals.
E Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 1620 for tuner operations. F D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 26).
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Using only the front speakers
In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer.
Enjoying higher fidelity sound
Decoding the input audio signal automatically (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)
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.

Listening to 2 channel stereo sources (2CH STEREO)
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel.
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD repeatedly to select 2CH ST.
The receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode.

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.
No sound is output from the sub woofer in the 2CH STEREO mode. To listen to the 2 channel stereo sources using the front left/right speakers and a sub woofer, set to the A.F.D. mode.
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Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode)
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.
Press ;PL/PLII repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode.

Selecting a sound field

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receivers preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
Selecting a sound field for movies
Press SOUND FIELD + or SOUND FIELD repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
The selected type of decoding appears in the display.

x DOLBY PL (PRO LOGIC)

Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4.1 channels.
The selected sound field appears in the display.

Sound field Display

x PLII MOV (PRO LOGIC II MOVIE)
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.
CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS CINEMA STUDIO EX B D CS CINEMA STUDIO EX C D CS
C.ST.EX A C.ST.EX B C.ST.EX C
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology. DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood. When played at home, DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director.
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 PLII MUS (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
You can also use ; PLII on the receiver to select DOLBY PL, PLII MOV or PLII MUS.
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding does not function for DTS format signals.
If you connect a sub woofer
When the audio signal is 2 channel stereo or if the source signal does not include a LFE signal, the receiver generates a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer.

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP VIDEO DVD SAT TV

;PL/PL

A.F.D.

ea e; wl wk wj wh wg

DUAL MONO 1 AUDIO
FM MODE D.TUNING 2 ANGLE SWAP MEMORY SHIFT JUMP 3 SUBTITLE 6

SOUND FIELD

PRESET/ CH/D.SKIP 9

ENTER/12 DISC ALT

0/10 >10/11 TUNING

CLEAR SEARCH MODE

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.

9 q; qa

TOP MENU/ GUIDE

AV MENU

MUTING

wf wd ws wa w; ql qk

MASTER VOL
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 dont use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

DISPLAY TV VOL

RETURN/EXIT

TV/ VIDEO

MAIN MENU

TEST TONE

qj qh qg 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

ANGLE 6 DVD player ANT 8 VCR
Selects viewing angle or changes the angles. Selects output signal from the antenna terminal: TV signal or VCR program. Changes the sound to Multiplex or Bilingual or Multi Channel TV Sound. To listen to an audio equipment.
ENTER qa Receiver/ Enters the selection. VCR/ satellite tuner/ DVD player ENTER/12 TV/VCR/ Enters the selection. wd satellite tuner FM MODE Receiver 6 JUMP 6 TV Selects FM monaural or stereo reception. Toggles between the previous and the current channels. Selects the menu of the receiver. Adjusts the master volume of the receiver. Stores the radio stations. Mutes the sound from the receiver. Selects preset stations.
AUDIO 6 TV/VCR/ DVD player

Receiver

Displays menu. AV MENU VCR/ qa satellite tuner/ DVD player AV ?/1 e; TV/VCR/ CD player/ DVD player Turns the audio and video components on or off. Press if you make a mistake when you press the numeric button or press to return to continuous play etc. Selects a disc directly (multi-disc changer only). Selects information displayed on the TV screen. Enters direct tuning mode. Selects the language you want during digital broadcast. To watch DVD.

V/v/B/b qa VCR/ Selects a menu item. satellite tuner/ Press to enter the DVD player selection.
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function.
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Skips tracks.

Changing the factory setting of an input button
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 player, you can assign the DVD button to your CD player.
Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction. Fastforwards or rewinds. Starts playblack.
Pauses playblack or record. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.) Stops playback.
Hold down the input button whose input you want to change (for example, DVD). Press the corresponding button of the component you want to assign to the input button (for example, 1 CD player).
VCR/ CD player/ DVD player
The following buttons are assigned to select the input:

To operate Press

CD player VCR (command mode VTR 2*) VCR (command mode VTR 3*) DVD player TV DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) Tuner (this receiver) DCS (Digital CS Tuner) BSD (Digital BS Tuner) Tuner (Component tuner)

9 0/10

The AUX button on the remote is not available for receiver operation. 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. To activate the buttons with orange printing, press ALT first before pressing the buttons. Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model. 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.
*Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or 3 setting. These correspond to 8mm and VHS respectively.
Now you can use the DVD button to control the CD player.

Outdoor FM antenna

Remote control
The remote does not function. The AUX button on the remote is not available for receiver operation. Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you select the correct input on the remote. 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 input button.
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. 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). No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 18). RDS does not work. Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station. Select a stronger FM station. 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. 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.

Error message

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message.
PROTECT 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.
If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receivers memory may remedy the problem (page 12). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Reference sections for clearing the receivers memory

To clear See