Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, Models of area code AA only.

Table of Contents

Getting Started
Description and location of parts.5 1: Installing the speakers..11 2: Connecting the speakers.14 3: Connecting the audio/video components..16 4: Connecting the antennas.21 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote..22 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)..23 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)..28

Tuner Operations

Listening to FM/AM radio. 47 Presetting radio stations.. 48 Using the Radio Data System (RDS).. 50

Control for HDMI

Using the Control for HDMI function for BRAVIA Sync. 52 Preparing Control for HDMI function. 54 Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play). 55 Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver (System Audio Control).. 56 Turning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off). 57

Playback

Selecting a component..30 Listening/Watching a component.31

Other Operations

Switching between digital and analog audio (IN MODE).. 58 Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT).. 58 Using the Sleep Timer.. 60

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus..33 Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu).37 Adjusting the tone (TONE menu)..38 Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu)..38 Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu).39 Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu).39 Settings for the video (VIDEO menu).40 Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu).41

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments. 61

Additional Information

Glossary.. 62 Precautions.. 63 Troubleshooting.. 65 Specifications... 69 Index.. Back cover

Enjoying Surround Sound

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT).43 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field..44 Using only the front speakers and subwoofer (2CH STEREO)..46 Resetting sound fields to the initial settings..46
Description and location of parts

Receiver

Front panel
MASTER VOLUME ACTIVE STANDBY

DMPORT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

BD DVD

SA-CD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

PRESET TUNING

SOUND FIELD

MUTING

AUTO CAL MIC
A ?/1 (on/standby) B Remote sensor C ACTIVE STANDBY lamp

Function

Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 22, 31, 32). Receives signals from remote commander. Lights up in amber when the CONTROL FOR HDMI is set to on and the receiver is on standby mode. The lamp of the chosen input source lights up (page 30). The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 6). Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 29, 30, 31, 32). Connects to the supplied optimizer microphone for the Auto Calibration function (page 24).

H MUTING

Press to turn off the sound temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound (page 30). Press to select a sound field (page 43, 44, 46).

I SOUND FIELD +/

J PRESET TUNING Press to select a preset +/ station (page 49). K INPUT SELECTOR Press to select the input source to playback (page 30, 31, 32, 47, 48, 49, 65).

D Input lamps

E Display

F MASTER VOLUME

G AUTO CAL MIC jack

continued

About the indicators on the display

SLEEP L LFE SL SW

D.RANGE MEMORY RDS ST MONO
DIGITAL HDMI DTS PL SR OPT COAX

qs qa q;

F Preset station indicators
Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced. Lights up when the sleep timer is activated (page 60). 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. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing) Example: Recording format (Front/ Surround): 3/2.1 Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO

L SW SL C R SR

Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations you have preset. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 48. Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated (page 34). Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 47), etc. Lights up when a memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 49), etc., is activated. Lights up when DVD input is selected and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAX IN jack. Lights up when IN MODE is set to AUTO and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPT IN jack. ; PL lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel signals in order to output the center and surround channel signals. ; PLII lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie/Music decoder is activated. Lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS signals. Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that IN MODE is set to AUTO. Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack.
B SLEEP C Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S

Connecting the audio components
The following illustration shows how to connect audio components such as Super Audio CD player or CD player. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Super Audio CD player/ CD player Audio signal
Component to be connected
To connect Audio components Super Audio CD player/ CD player Components with HDMI jack Video components TV DVD player/DVD recorder VCR See page 16

page 17 page 19

A Audio cord (not supplied)
Connecting components with HDMI jacks
HDMI is the abbreviated name for HighDefinition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see Changing button assignments (page 61).

HDMI feature

A digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers connected to the receiver. This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS and linear PCM. This receiver supports xvYCC transmission. This receiver supports the Control for HDMI function. For details, see Control for HDMI (page 52).
Satellite tuner, Set-top box Audio/video signal

DVD player

Blu-ray disc player

TV, projector, etc.

Audio/video signal
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
Notes on HDMI connections
Use a HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (made by Sony). An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any other audio jacks. Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI OUT jack. When you want to listen to the sound from the TV speaker, set AUDIO FOR HDMI to TV+AMP in the VIDEO menu (page 40). If you cannot play back multi channel software, set to AMP. However, the sound will not output from the TV speaker. The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output. Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is not turned on, neither video nor audio is transmitted. Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from a HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected component. Check the setup of the connected component if the image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable. Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output signals from the playback component is switched.
When the connected component is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be distorted or may not be output. In this case, check the specification of the connected component. You can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection. Set the resolution of the image of the playback component to 720p, 1080i or 1080p when you output 96 kHz multi channel sound over a HDMI connection. We do not recommend using a HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When you connect a HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D component, the sound and/or the image may not be output. You may need to make certain settings on the image resolution of the player before you can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer to the operating instructions of the player. For details on HDMI setup of the connected component, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected component.

The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound balance in your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels and balance manually according to your preference. For details, see 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) (page 28).
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with new ones.
Before you perform Auto Calibration
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set up and connect the speakers (page 11, 14). The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not connect other microphones to this jack. Doing so may damage the receiver and the microphone. During the calibration, the sound that comes out of the speakers is very loud. The volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay attention to the presence of children or to the effect on your neighborhood. Perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet environment to avoid the effect of noise and to get a more accurate measurement. If there are any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers, the calibration cannot be performed correctly. Remove any obstacles from the measurement area to avoid measurement error. Note
If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically.

Example: HT-SS1300

Optimizer microphone
Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the AUTO CAL MIC jack. Set up the optimizer microphone.
Place the optimizer microphone at your listening position.You can also use a stool or tripod so that the optimizer microphone remains at the same height as your ears.
When you face the speaker towards the optimizer microphone, you will get a more accurate measurement.
Performing Auto Calibration
TV ?/1 TV INPUT SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 ?/1
When Auto Calibration starts: Stand some distance from the speakers and the listening position to avoid measurement failure. This is because test signals are output from the speakers during measurement. Avoid making noise to get a more accurate measurement.

?/1 switch

VIDEO1

VIDEO2

Input buttons
To cancel Auto Calibration
The Auto Calibration function will be canceled when you do the following during the measurement process: Press ?/1 or MUTING. Press input buttons on the remote or INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. Change the volume level. Press AUTO CAL again.
AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING

AUTO CAL

AMP MENU MUTING

TV VOL MASTER VOL

DISTANCE LEVEL EXIT

ERROR SR 33 Either the left or right surround speakers is not connected. ERROR SW 33 Subwoofer is not connected. Connect the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER terminal. ERROR 33 Wrong speaker detection due to noise. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. A sound similar to the beep sound from the speakers while performing Auto Calibration is detected. Perform the Auto Calibration again.
Save the measurement result.
Select SAVE in step 2. The measurement results are saved.

ERROR 35

To rectify the error
1 Record down the error code. 2 Press , RETRY Y appears on the

display.

3 Rectify the error.
For details, see When error codes appear above. 4 Press to perform Auto Calibration again.

When you select WARN CHK

If a warning on the measurement result is present, detailed information is displayed.

When you select PHASE

You can check the phase of each speaker (in phase/out of phase). Getting Started
Press to return to step 2 of Confirming/saving the measurement results.
Warning code Explanation WARN 40 The Auto Calibration has completed. However, the noise level is high. You may be able to perform the Auto Calibration properly if you try it again, even though the measurement cannot be performed in all environments. Try to perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet environment. The sound input from the optimizer microphone is out of the acceptable range. It is louder than the loudest sound that can be measured. Try to perform the Auto Calibration when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement. The volume of the receiver is out of the acceptable range. Try to perform the Auto Calibration when the environment is quiet enough to allow proper measurement. The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet environment. There is no warning information.
Press V/v repeatedly to select a speaker, then press to return to step 2 in Confirming/saving the measurement results.
Display Explanation The speaker is in phase. The speaker is out of phase. The + and terminals of the speaker may be connected the other way around.

xx* IN xx* OUT

WARN 41
* xx represent a speaker channel FL Front left FR Front right C Center SL Surround left SR Surround right SW Subwoofer
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the measurement results for polarity may vary. However, there will be no problems even if you continue to use the receiver with that value.

WARN 42

After you have finished
Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the receiver. Note
If you have changed the position of the speakers, it is recommended you to perform Auto Calibration again in order to enjoy the surround sound.

WARN 43

NO WARN

A. CAL menu parameters

You can use the A. CAL menu to make settings for the Auto Calibration function to suit your preference. Select 8-A. CAL in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 33) and Overview of the menus (page 34).
7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance

(TEST TONE)

You can 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.

2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC

x AUTO CAL (Auto Calibration no/ yes)
A.CAL NO The Auto Calibration function is not activated. A.CAL YES The Auto Calibration function starts.
x CAL LOAD (Calibration load)*
LOAD YES Select this when you want to load the saved Auto Calibration result. LOAD NO Select this when you do not want to load the saved Auto Calibration result.
* You can select this parameter only when you have performed the Auto Calibration and saved the settings.
MENU/HOME RETURN/EXIT TV CH TV CH + PRESET REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < <. >

Press AMP MENU.

1-LEVEL appears on the display.

Press menu.

or b to enter the
Press V/v repeatedly to select T. TONE. Press or b to enter the parameter.
Press V/v repeatedly to select T. TONE Y.
Getting Started The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t Subwoofer
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, see Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) (page 37). Tips
To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. The adjusted value are shown on the display during adjustment.
To turn off the test tone
Repeat steps 1 to 5 above. Then, select T. TONE N in step 5.
Selected input [Display] DMPORT [DMPORT] VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 [VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2]
Components that can be played back DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter connected to DMPORT jack VCR, etc., connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jack Blu-ray disc player, etc., connected to the BD jack DVD player, etc., connected to DVD jack Satellite tuner, set-top box, etc., connected to SAT jack TV, etc., connected to TV jack Super Audio CD/CD player, etc., connected to the SA-CD/CD jack

x D. RANGE (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. Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only. COMP. OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. COMP. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. COMP. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. Tip
Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal. COMP. STD is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend using the COMP. 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.

LEVEL menu parameters

x T. TONE (Test tone)
Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) (page 28).
x FRT BAL (Front speaker balance)
Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers.
x CNT LVL (Center speaker level) x SL LVL (Surround left speaker level) x SR LVL (Surround right speaker level) x SW LVL (Subwoofer level)

Adjusting the tone

(TONE menu)
You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select 2-TONE in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 33) and Overview of the menus (page 34).
Settings for the surround sound

(SUR menu)

You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select 3-SUR in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 33) and Overview of the menus (page 34).

TONE menu parameters

x BASS LVL (Front speaker bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speaker treble level)

SUR menu parameters

x S.F. SELCT (Sound field selection)
Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see Enjoying Surround Sound (page 43). Note
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 SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input and then return to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again.

x EFFECT (Effect level)

Lets you adjust the presence of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button. EFCT. MIN The surround effect is minimum. EFCT. STD The surround effect is standard. EFCT. MAX The surround effect is maximum.

VIDEO menu parameters

x AUDIO FOR HDMI (Audio for HDMI)
Lets you set the audio output for HDMI from the playback component connected to the receiver via an HDMI connection. AMP The HDMI audio signals from the playback component is only output to speakers connected to the receiver. Multi-channel sound can be played back as it is. Note
Audio signals are not output from the TVs speakers when AUDIO FOR HDMI is set to AMP.
x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio with video output)
Lets you delay the audio output so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized. You can adjust from 0 (0 ms) to 20 (200 ms) in 1 (10 ms) steps. Notes
This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD or plasma monitor or a projector. This function does not work when signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz are input. multi channel Linear PCM signals are received via an HDMI jack.
TV+AMP The sound is output from TVs speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver. Notes
The sound quality of the playback component depends on the TVs sound quality, such as the number of channels, and the sampling frequency, etc. When the TV has stereo speakers, the sound output from the receiver is also stereo as that of the TV, even if you play multi-channel software. When you connect the receiver to a video component (projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the receiver. In this case, select AMP.
x IN MODE (Switching the audio input mode)
Lets you set the audio input mode of inputs. For details, see Switching between digital and analog audio (IN MODE) (page 58).
x CONTROL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see Control for HDMI (page 52).

Settings for the system

(SYSTEM menu)
You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select 7-SYSTEM in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 33) and Overview of the menus (page 34).

SYSTEM menu parameters

x FL DIST. (Front left speaker distance) x FR DIST. (Front right speaker distance)

Tuning to preset stations
The station is stored as the selected preset number. If MEMORY goes out before you press ENTER, start again from step 3.

Numeric buttons

Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset another station.
RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH TV CH + PRESET REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < <. > TUNING m H TUNING + M
Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. Press PRESET + or PRESET repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, you can select a preset station as follows:

05 28. 27

You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. Then, press ENTER to enter the selection.
Using the controls on the receiver
1 Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to
select the FM or AM band.
2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING repeatedly to select the preset station you want. 49GB
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 display RDS information. Notes
RDS is operable only for FM stations. Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS services in your area, check with your local radio stations for details.
Displaying RDS information
While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly.
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 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied t Volume level

a) b) Text

Type of program being broadcast (page 51). messages sent by the RDS station.
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 on the display.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Example: Press 4. Now you can use the VIDEO 1 button to control the DVD recorder.
Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively. b) Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders. c) For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Blu-ray disc player or Blu-ray disc recorder.
To clear all remote button assignments
Press ?/1, DMPORT and MASTER VOL at the same time. The remote is reset to its factory settings.

x Dolby Digital

Glossary

x Cinema Studio EX

A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theater using three technologies: Virtual Multi Dimensions, Screen Depth Matching, and Cinema Studio Reverberation. Virtual Multi Dimensions, the virtual speaker technology, creates a virtual multisurround environment with actual speakers up to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound experience of a theater with the latest facilities into your home. Screen Depth Matching reproduces treble attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound usually created in a theater using sound emission from behind the screen. This is then added to the front and center channels. Cinema Studio Reverberation reproduces the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art dubbing theaters and recording studios, including Sony Pictures Entertainments dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/ C, available according to the studio type.
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It consists of front (Left/Right), center, surround (Left/Right) and subwoofer channels. It is a designated audio standard for DVD-video and also known as 5.1 channel surround. Since surround information is recorded and reproduced in stereo, more realistic sound with fuller presence is delivered than with Dolby surround.

x Dolby Pro Logic II

This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 channel surround sound.

x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround information is matrixed into two stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is decoded and output in 4 channel surround sound. This is the most common audio processing method for DVD-video.

x DTS Digital Surround

Digital audio encoding/decoding technology for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It compresses audio less than Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality sound reproduction.
x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
A unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this Digital Cinema Sound developed by integrating a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) and measured data, the ideal sound field intended by filmmakers can be experienced at home.
x HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

Precautions

On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the receiver. The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
x L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effects)
Sound effects of low frequencies which are output from a subwoofer in Dolby Digital or DTS, etc. By adding a deep bass with a frequency between 20 to 120 Hz, audio becomes more powerful.

x Sampling frequency

To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. This process is called sampling, and the number of times per second the analog data is quantified is called the sampling frequency. A standard music CD stores data quantified at 44,100 times per second, which is expressed as a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a higher sampling frequency means better sound quality.

Outdoor FM antenna

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 (page 48). 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 48). RDS does not work. Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station. Select a stronger FM station. Additional Information 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.
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.

Remote control

The remote does not function. For receiver operation, you can only use the DISPLAY button when the TUNER input is selected. 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.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
Reference sections for clearing the receivers memory
To clear All memorized settings Customized sound fields See page 22 page 46

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see When error codes appear (page 26) to solve the problem. 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 you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receivers memory may remedy the problem (page 22). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

Front speaker (SS-MSP23S) Surround speaker (SS-SRP23S) Center speaker (SS-CNP23) Front/Center speaker Full range, magnetically shielded Surround speaker Full range Speaker unit Front/Surround speaker 65 mm, cone type Center speaker mm, cone type Enclosure type Front/Surround speaker Bass reflex Center speaker Acoustic suspension Rated Impedance 3.0 ohms Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.) Front/surround speaker 77 mm (with foot) Center speaker 64 mm (with foot) Mass (Approx.) Front speaker 0.55 kg Surround speaker 0.45 kg Center speaker 0.38 kg Subwoofer (SS-WP23) Speaker unit 160 mm, cone type Enclosure type Bass reflex Rated Impedance 1.5 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 325 mm (with foot) Mass (Approx.) 5.9 kg
Supplied speakers Front speakers (2) Center speaker (1) Surround speakers (2) Subwoofer (1) Supplied accessories
Operating Instruction (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) Speaker Stand Installation Guide (HT-SF1300 only) (1) FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAU023 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1) Speaker cords (5) Foot pads Speakers HT-SS1300 only (20) HT-SF1300 only (4) Subwoofer (4) Screws (small) (HT-SF1300 only) (12) Screws (large) (HT-SF1300 only) (8)
For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Additional Information 71GB

Numerics

2 channel 46 2CH STEREO 46 5.1 channel 11

Error messages 68

Selecting component 30 sound field 44 Sleep Timer 60 Sound fields resetting 46 selecting 44 Speakers connecting 14 installing 11 Super Audio CD player connecting 16 playback 31 System Audio Control 56 System Power Off 57

HDMI connecting 17

AUTO CALIBRATION 23 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 43
IN MODE 58 Initial setup 22
Blu-ray disc player connecting 17 playback 32
Menu A. CAL 28 AUDIO 39 LEVEL 37 SUR 38 SYSTEM 41 TONE 38 TUNER 39 VIDEO 40 Muting 30
CD player connecting 16 playback 31 Control for HDMI connecting 53 preparing 54

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Please be aware that the features/specifications can differ from country to country. 5.1 channel surround sound system with 1000W total power output BRAVIA Sync for simple, integrated control with other compatible products Sony DIGITAL MEDIA PORT - connect to and release digital music stored on your WALKMAN or other mp3 players, mobile phones, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices Portable Audio Enhancer function boosts quality of compressed music such as mp3's DCAC - one-push automatic sound set-up for flexible speaker placement and optimum sound quality Stylish design integrates seamlessly with a BRAVIA TV and Sony disc players Space saving slim centre speaker design Multi Channel Linear PCM for true High Definition sound from Blu-ray disc players x.v. Colour and 24p True Cinema technology adjusts picture settings to makes movies look as authentic as the original 3 HDMI inputs (1 out) with pass through of High Definition 1080p A/V Sync for perfect sound and image synchronisation with flat panel TVs 32-bit S-Master digital amplifier delivers crystal clear CD quality sound for playback faithful to the original source Digital Cinema Sound for a true "at the movies" experience 60 station preset FM / AM tuner (RDS)

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Technical specifications

Amplifier 4 Ohms1kHz (per channel) 4 Ohms1kHz (L+R) (4 Ohms 1kHz) THD Power Output (Total) Number of amp. channels Bi-AMP Type 4 Ohm / 8 Ohm Switching Circuit Device DSP OP processing Analog Down Mix Equalizer (F / C / Sur / Sur B) Bass,Mid,Treble Subwoofer X`Over Analog Direct Pureness Control Sound Field Link (w Lock) Sound Field Program (Movie) Sound Field Program (Music) Sound Field Program (A.F.D) Sound Field Program (2ch) Sound Field Program (Headphone) Front Surround Mode (S-Force) Portable Audio Enhancer Cinema Studio EX. A/B/C mode Digital Concert Hall X-Round Speaker Selector Speaker Terminal Headphone Out 143 W/ch (3 Ohms) 108 W + 108 W (3 Ohms) 1% 143 W x5 + 285 W = 1000W 5.1ch NO Digital NO S-Master Sharc NO NO B,T / NO / NO / NO Fix 150Hz NO NO YES (NO) 0 NO YES YES NO NO A only A: Color Socket NO
I/Os USB DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (Level 1) IX (Wi-Fi) Bluetooth Connect iPod Front Input Audio In / Out (excl. tuner) A / V In / Out (S-Video I / O): Including Front AV NO 1 (NO OSD / NO Video) Optional Optional Optional Optional NO 3/0 NO / NO (NO / NO)
Monitor Out (S-Video Out) Component Video In / Out (Pass through) Component Video D-terminal I/O (grade) Phono (MM) Multi-ch In

NO (NO) NO NO NO NO

Digital In/Out HDMI i.Link Opt. : including Front A/V Coax. Digital Input Assign Pre Out 3/1 NO 2/0 1/0 YES NO
Decoding Format DTS HD / DolbyTruHD / Dolby Digital+ LPCM (2ch / 5.1ch / 7.1ch) thru HDMI Dolby Digital / DTS Dolby Digital EX DTS-ES (MATRIX6.1 / DISCRETE6.1) DTS 96 / 24 DTS NEO:6 Dolby Prologic Dolby Prologic II Dolby Prologic IIx Dolby Dual Mono 96k / 24Bit PCM NO / NO / NO YES / YES / NO YES / YES NO NO NO NO YES YES NO YES YES

Tuner XM Radio Neural Audio Sirius RDS Preset Channel (XM / FM / AM) Station Name Auto Tuning Direct Tuning NO NO NO NO 0 / 30 / 30 YES YES (RM) NO
Video Features HDMI Repeater Upscaling (Component / HDMI) Video Up Converter (S / Component / HDMI) Video Down Converter (Digital / Analog) A / V SYNC (Variable / Fixed) Time (msec) YES NO / NO NO / NO / NO NO / NO YES (Variable) 0-200
Sampling Frequency (96kHz / 48kHz) Assignable HDMI Video IN Assignable Component Video IN

96 kHz NO NO

DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) DCAC (DSP / UCOM) Band Mic (STEREO / MONO) Silver 6 MONO
General Panel Color Remote Commander Display Multi Channel Decoding Blue LED Sleep Timer GUI / OSD Pin Jack Detouchable AC AC Outlet (Switched) Power Requirements Power Consumption Stand by Mold Black (Spray) RM-AAUSeg. FL NO YES NO Nickel NO NO 230V 50 / 60Hz 165 W 0.3 W
Speaker cone (Subwoofer) FTC 28-200Hz THD 1% Output Power (1% THD) Output Power (10% THD) Output Power (RMS) Unit size Center & Surround speaker package Speaker System Magnetically Shilelded Auto Power on / off Number Subwoofer NO NO NO NO 160mm NO Bass Reflex YES NO 1
Speaker cone (front speaker) Unit size for L,R Speaker System Magnetically Shilelded 65 mm Bass Reflex YES
Speaker cone (surround speaker) Unit size for Rear Speaker System 65 mm Bass Reflex

Magnetically Shilelded

Speaker cone (center speaker) Unit size for Center Speaker System Magnetically Shilelded 30 x 60 mm NO YES
Speaker Connection Satellite spks Subwoofer Push Terminal Direct wire
Additional supplied item Coaxial cable Optical cable Monaural cord (for SW) Speaker cable NO NO NO 4.5 m x 2
HDMI Cable Supply speaker socket Wireless radiator / receiver (supplied) DVD player (supplied) Easy set up guide (supplied) Color label for carton box NO NO NO YES NO
Speaker Unit Weight & Dimension Front Surround Sound Speaker Left Front SS L / Size (WxHxD) mm SS-MSP23F 113 x 830 x 83 (without stand) 315 x 1015~1345 x 315 (with stand) 1.7 (without stand) 3.5 (with stand) SS-MSP23F 113 x 830 x 83 (without stand) 315 x 1015~1345 x 315 (with stand) 1.7 (without stand) 3.5 (with stand) SS-CNPx 50 x 64 (with foot) 0.38 SS-SRP23F 108 x 540 x 78 (without stand) 290 x 1045~1235 x 290 (with stand) 1.1 (without stand) 2.8 (with stand) SS-SRP23F

Front SS L / Weight (kg) Front Surround Sound Speaker Right Front SS R / Size (WxHxD) mm
Front SS R / Weight (kg) Center Surround Sound Speaker Center Speaker / Size (WxHxL) mm Center Speaker / Weight (kg) Rear Surround Sound Speaker Left Rear SS L / Size (WxHxD) mm
Rear SS L / Weight (kg) Rear Surround Sound Speaker Right
Rear SS R / Size (WxHxD) mm
108 x 540 x 78 (without stand) 290 x 1045~1235 x 290 (with stand) 1.1 (without stand) 2.8 (with stand) SS-WPx 395 x 325 (with foot) 5.9 STR-KSx 66.5 x 335 3.6
Rear SS R / Weight (kg) Subwoofer Subwoofer Size (WxHxD) mm Subwoofer Weight (kg) Receiver Receiver Size (WxHxD) mm Receiver Weight (kg)
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