STR-DH500

Key Features 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver 100W x 5 ( 8 ohms 1kHz 1% THD) Sony Unique Chassis Design 5 HD Inputs (3 Passive HDMI and 2 Component Inputs) HD Film Quality with 24p TRUE CINEMA video signal via HDM I technology Multi Function Audio Port (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)1 Key Technologies

Audio Video Receiver

5 HD Inputs compatible with HD video The STR-DH500 has ample HD connections compatible with
various HD signals. Being the central hub of your audio and video sources, the STR-DH500 ensures seamless compatibility with todays demanding HD sources.
HD Film Quality with 24p TRUE CINEMA Most of all Hollywood movies are shot at 24 frames per
second, and Blu-ray Disc movies are mastered at 24 frame per second, so it is only fitting that the STR-DH500can output your films at 1080/24p for a true film-like experience at home.
Multi Function Audio Input Sonys DIGITAL MEDIA PORT plays back music from various audio sources
whether it is stored on an iPod, Walkman, Bluetooth device or PC.

Features

dts Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital Decoding: Yes Dolby Pro Logic Decoding: Yes Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital Dual Mono: Yes Digital Cinema Sound Technology: Yes 96k/24Bit PCM: Yes Cinema Studio EX. A/B/C mode: Yes Power Consumption (in Standby): 0.3W

Hardware

Remote Control: Yes, RM-AAU020

Speaker

Speaker Terminal Type: Front: Banana, Rear and Center: Push

Dimensions

Weight: 16.41 lbs (7.4Kg) Measurements: 17 x 6.25 x 12.75" (430 x 157.5 x 322mm)

Specifications

Impedance: 8 Ohms Channel Power Rating: 5.1 Channel Power Rating: 100W x 5 Amp Power (8 ohms, THD 1.0%) Sound Fields: Cinema StudioEX. A/B/C; 3 Movie; 4 Music; 5 A.F.D.; Channel;2 Headphone; Portable Audio Enhancer Tuner Type: Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning, Station Name A/V Sync: Yes (fixed) Equalizer: BASS and Treble control Sub Woofer Crossover: 13 Point (40-160Hz)
Amplifier Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty: 2 Year

Supplied Accessories
RM-AAU020 Remote 2 AA Batteries Owners Manual Quick Start Guide Color: Black UPC Code: 027242753556
1. Requires Digital Media Port accessory compatible with the device (sold separately). 2. Sirius requires optional antenna and subscription service. 3. iPod support is limited based upon which optional Digital Media Port is being used. The TDM-IP10 will support the following players: iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod Nano 1st, 2nd & 3rd generation, iPod 4th& 5th generation &iPod Mini. The TDM-IP 50 adds iPhone support as well. 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Walkman are trademarks of Sony. HDMI and the HDMI logo and are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All weights and measures are approximate.

Convenience

Preset Memory: 90 (30 Sirius, 30 FM, 30 AM)2 AM/FM Memory Presets: 30 FM - 30 AM Auto Tuning: Yes Direct Tuning: Yes (Remote) Sleep Timer: Yes Station Name Display: Yes

Inputs and Outputs

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 3 (Rear) Digital Media Port: 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection Input(s): 3 (Rear)switcher Optical Audio Input(s): 2 (Rear) Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s): 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): 1 (Rear) HD Component Video Input(s): 2 (Rear)pass through HD Component Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1 Front/1 Rear) Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) RCA Audio Input(s): 4 (2 Dedicated Audio/2 Audio/Video) Subwoofer Output(s): 1 (Rear)- 13 point Crossover (40-160Hz) Antenna Terminal (AM Loop): 1 (Rear) Antenna Terminal (FM 75 Ohm): 1 (Rear) Headphone Output(s): 1 (Front- Gold)
Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1.800.222.7669 www.sony.com
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4-129-450-11(1)

Multi Channel AV Receiver
Operating Instructions STR-DH500

2009 Sony Corporation

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and 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. As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately. Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
For customers in the United States

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No. Model No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Important Safety Instructions
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
For customers in the United States and Canada
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of the Hot Surface that may be hot if it is touched during the normal operation. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord should be connected to the apparatus and the speakers in accordance with the following instructions. 1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS. 2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the speaker cord. 3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS before disconnecting the speaker cord from the apparatus and the speakers.

Amplifier Operations

Navigating through menus. 29 Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu). 32 Adjusting the tone (TONE menu).. 33 Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu).. 33 Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu). 34 Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu). 34 Settings for the video (VIDEO menu). 35 Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu).. 36

Using the Remote

Changing button assignments..53

Additional Information

Glossary..54 Precautions..56 Troubleshooting..57 Specifications...61 Index..63
Description and location of parts

Front panel

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR

INPUT MODE

TUNING MODE

TUNING

MEMORY/ ENTER

2CH/ A.DIRECT

A.F.D.

DISPLAY

DIMMER

MUTING

PHONES

Function

H DISPLAY

A ?/1 (on/standby) B INPUT SELECTOR C Display
Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 23, 27, 28, 44). Turn to select the input source to play back (page 25, 26, 27, 28, 44, 45, 48, 49, 53). The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 7). Receives signals from remote commander. Turn to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time (page 25, 26, 27, 28). Press to turn off the sound temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound (page 26). Press repeatedly to adjust brightness of the display.
Press to select information displayed on the display (page 52). Press to select a sound field (page 39).
I 2CH/ A.DIRECT A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC J TUNING MODE TUNING +/ MEMORY/ ENTER
D Remote sensor E MASTER VOLUME
Press to operate the tuner (FM/AM) (page 45).

F MUTING

K INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (page 49). L PHONES jack Connects to headphones (page 57).

G DIMMER

About the indicators on the display

SW L SL

LFE C S R SR OPT COAX

PLII D

MEMORY D.RANGE MONO SLEEP
Lights up when subwoofer selection is set to YES (page 36) and the audio signal is output from the SUBWOOFER jack. Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced. Light up to indicate the current input. Lights up when BD input is selected. However, NO INPUT appears on the display if no digital signal is input through the OPTICAL jack. OPT also lights up when SAT input is selected if INPUT MODE is set to AUTO and the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL jack. Lights up when DVD input is selected. However, NO INPUT appears on the display if no digital signal is input through the COAXIAL jack. Lights up when the receiver recognizes a component connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 18).

H AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations. Press to store a station. Press to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner. Press to turn off the sound temporarily. Press MUTING again to restore the sound. Press MUTING and TV (M) at the same time to activate the TVs muting function. Press TV VOL +/ and TV (M) at the same time to adjust the volume level of the TV. Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time. Press to skip a track of the CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player.

I MEMORY ENTER

J MUTING

B ?/1 (on/standby)

K TV VOL +a)/ MASTER VOL +a)/ L./>b)
C Input buttons Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. When you press any of the input buttons, the receiver turns on. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components. You can change the button assignments following the steps in Changing button assignments on page 53. D 2CH A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC E DVD/BD MENU Press to display the menu of the DVD or Blu-ray disc on the TV screen. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations. Press to skip a disc when using a multi-disc changer. Press to enter direct tuning mode. Press to select a sound field.
REPLAY < / Press to replay the previous ADVANCE < scene or fast forward the current scene of the VCR, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. m/Mb) Press to search tracks in the forward/ reverse direction of the DVD player. start fast forward/rewind of the VCR, CD player or Bluray disc player. Press to start playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press to pause playback or recording of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)

F D.SKIP

G D.TUNING
Press to stop playback of the VCR, CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press to select the FM monaural or stereo reception. Press TV CH +/ and TV (M) at the same time to select preset TV channels. Press to select preset stations. preset channels of the VCR or satellite tuner. Press to scan a station. Press TV and the button with orange printing at the same time to enable TV operation.

P , V/v/B/b

After pressing DVD/BD MENU (E), AMP MENU (H) or MENU/HOME (N), press V, v, B or b to select the settings. Then, press to enter the selection if you have pressed DVD/BD MENU or MENU/HOME previously. Press also to enter the selection of the receiver, VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. Press to select information displayed on the TV screen of the VCR, satellite tuner, CD player, DVD player or Bluray disc player. Press DISPLAY and TV (M) at the same time to display TVs information on the TV screen. Press to display and select the options of the DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and TV (M) at the same time to display options applicable to the Sony TV. Press to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digit of the VCR. Press -/-- and TV (M) at the same time to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digits of the TV.

FM MODE TV CH +/

PRESET +/

TUNING +/ M TV

Q DISPLAY
N MENU/HOME Press to display the menu of the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player on the TV screen. Press MENU/HOME and TV (M) at the same time to display the TVs menu. Then, use V, v, B, b and (P) to perform menu operations. O RETURN/ EXIT O Press to return to the previous menu. exit the menu while the menu or on-screen guide of the VCR, DVD player, satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc player is displayed on the TV screen. Press RETURN/EXIT O and TV (M) at the same time to return to the previous menu or exit the TVs menu while the menu is displayed on the TV screen.

R TOOLS/ OPTIONS

S -/--
Press to select track numbers over 10 of the VCR, satellite tuner or CD player. channel numbers of the Digital CATV terminal. Press to clear a mistake when you press the incorrect numeric button.
T Numeric buttons (number 5a))
Press to preset/tune to preset stations. select track numbers of the CD player, DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press 0/10 to select track number 10. select channel numbers of the VCR or satellite tuner. Press the numeric buttons and TV (M) at the same time to select the TV channels. Press TV INPUT and TV (M) at the same time to select the input signal (TV input or video input). Press to activate the Sleep Timer function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically.
1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel system (5 speakers and one subwoofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1 channel).

U TV INPUT

Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration
a) The number 5, MASTER VOL +, TV VOL +, and
H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver. b) This button is also available for DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter operation. For details on the function of the button, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
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.
AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSubwoofer Tip

Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

BD IN OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

DVD IN MONITOR OUT

NENT VIDEO

13/32 in. (10 mm)
A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) B Speaker cords (not supplied)
AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSubwoofer*
* When you connect a subwoofer with an auto standby function, turn off the function when watching movies. If the auto standby function is set to on, it turns to standby mode automatically based on the level of the input signal to a subwoofer, then sound may not be output.

3: Connecting the TV

Getting Started You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jack to a TV or projector. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Note
Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.
To output the sound of the TV from the speakers connected to the receiver, be sure to: connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the TV AUDIO IN jacks of the receiver. turn off TVs volume or activate the TVs muting function.
TV Audio signals Audio/video signals Video signals
A Audio cord (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
C Component video cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied)
4a: Connecting the audio components
Connecting a Super Audio CD/ CD player
The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). After connecting your audio component, proceed to 4b: Connecting the video components (page 17) or 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) (page 22).
Super Audio CD player/CD player
A Audio cord (not supplied)
4b: Connecting the video components
How to connect your components
This section describes how to connect your video components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to Component to be connected below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). After connecting all your components, proceed to 5: Connecting the antennas (aerials) (page 22).

Video input/output jacks to be connected
The image quality depends on the connecting jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. Select the connection according to the jacks on your components.

Digital

Analog
Component to be connected
Component TV With HDMI jack DVD player Satellite tuner/Set-top box DVD recorder/VCR Page 22

High quality image Note

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.
TV, projector, etc. Audio/video signals
Satellite tuner/Set-top box Audio signals Audio/video signals
DVD player Audio/video signals Audio signals
Blu-ray disc player Audio/video signals Audio signals
A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B HDMI cable (not supplied)
C Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
Notes on HDMI connections
The sound is output from the TV speaker only when a playback component and this receiver, as well as this receiver and the TV are connected via the HDMI jack. To output the sound from the speakers and to take advantage of the multi channel surround sound, be sure to connect the digital audio jacks on the playback component to the receiver. turn off TVs volume or activate the TVs muting function. The multi/stereo area audio signals of a Super Audio CD are not output. Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI OUT jack. The input video signals cannot be output from the VIDEO OUT jacks, or MONITOR OUT jacks. Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable. This receiver may not be able to transfer video or audio signals with certain types of source. Refer to the operating instructions of each component connected for details. Notes
When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight in until they click into place. Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.

Connecting a DVD player

The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components.
To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD player. As this receiver does not have analog audio input jacks for DVD, connect your DVD player to the DIGITAL COAXIAL DVD IN jack on the receiver. To output sound from the front left/right speakers only, press 2CH.

x EFFECT (Effect level)

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

Settings for the tuner

(TUNER menu)
You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select 4-TUNER in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 29) and Overview of the menus (page 30).

Settings for the audio

(AUDIO menu)
You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. Select 5-AUDIO in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see Navigating through menus (page 29) and Overview of the menus (page 30).
AUDIO menu parameters TUNER menu parameters
x FM MODE (FM station receiving mode)
FM AUTO This receiver will decode the signal as stereo signal when the radio station is broadcast in stereo. FM MONO This receiver will decode the signal as mono signal regardless of the broadcast signal.
x DUAL (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. DUAL 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. DUAL M (Main) Sound of the main language will be output. DUAL S (Sub) Sound of the sub language will be output. DUAL M+S (Main + Sub) Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.
x NAME IN (Naming preset stations)
Lets you set the name of preset stations. For details, see Naming preset stations (page 48).
x A.V. SYNC. (Synchronizes audio and video output)
A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed. A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 60 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized.
This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD or plasma TV or a projector. This parameter is valid only when you use a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D. buttons. This parameter is not valid when signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input. ANALOG DIRECT function is selected.

x SUR POS. (Surround speaker position)
Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 42). This setup item is not available when the surround speakers are set to NO (page 31).
BEHD/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D. BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and C. SIDE/HI Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D. SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C.
Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the surround effects become unclear unless set to SIDE/LO or SIDE/HI. Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using BEHD/HI if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are located to the immediate left and right. Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select BEHD/LO or BEHD/HI and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.
Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound

(AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)

The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. Enjoying Surround Sound
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
For details, see Types of A.F.D. mode (page 40).
x CRS. FREQ (Speaker crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of the speakers that have been set to SMALL on the SYSTEM menu. This setup item is only available when at least one speaker is set to SMALL and the corresponding speaker indicator flashes on the display.

x DIMMER (Brightness of the display)
Lets you adjust the brightness in 3 steps.
x NAME IN (Naming inputs)
Lets you set the name of inputs. For details, see Naming inputs (page 26).

Types of A.F.D. mode

A.F.D. mode [Display] A.F.D. AUTO [A.F.D. AUTO] Multi channel audio after decoding (Detecting automatically) Effect
Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals. Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel format is decoded into 4.1 channels. 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 for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies. Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers. However, sound may not be output from certain speakers depending on the speaker settings.
PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV]

4 channel 5 channel

PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS] MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.]

5 channel (Multi Stereo)

If you connect a subwoofer
This receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel signal. Note
This function does not work when ANALOG DIRECT is selected. signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input.
Selecting a preprogrammed 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.

TV SA-CD/CD TUNER

2CH A.F.D.
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select a sound field for music.

For details, see Types of sound field available (page 42).
Types of sound field available
Sound field for Movie Sound field [Display] CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A] Effect Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Cary Grant Theater cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Kim Novak Theater cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack. Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music. Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall. Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house. This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when 2 channel mode (page 43)/A.F.D. mode (page 40) is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels. Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone, sound field, etc.
CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS [C.ST.EX B]
CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS [C.ST.EX C]
PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER [PORTABLE] HALL [HALL] JAZZ CLUB [JAZZ] LIVE CONCERT [CONCERT]
Headphone* HEADPHONE 2CH [HP 2CH]
HEADPHONE DIRECT [HP DIR]
* You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.
The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers. This function does not work when: ANALOG DIRECT is selected. signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz is input. When one of the sound fields for music is selected, no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the speakers are set to LARGE on the SYSTEM menu. However, the sound will be output from the subwoofer if the digital input signal contains LFE signals. the front and surround speakers are set to SMALL. the sound field for movie is selected. the portable audio is selected.
Using only the front speakers

(2CH STEREO)

In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound from the subwoofer. Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel. Enjoying Surround Sound

Repeat steps 1 to 5 to preset another station.
RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH TV CH + PRESET REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET + < <. > TUNING m TUNING +
Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 45) or Direct Tuning (page 46).
Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 45).

Press MEMORY.

You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. MEMORY lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before MEMORY goes out.
Tuning to preset stations

Naming preset stations

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

Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 48). Press AMP MENU.
You can also press the numeric buttons to select the preset station you want. Then, press ENTER to enter the selection.
Press V/v repeatedly to select 4-TUNER. Press menu. or b to enter the

or AM band.

Press V/v repeatedly to select NAME IN. Press or b to enter the parameter.
PRESET T. 3 Press TUNING + or TUNING repeatedly to select the preset station you want.
Switching between digital and analog audio

(INPUT MODE)

When you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver, you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch.
Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

(DMPORT)

The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound from a network system such as a portable audio source or computer. By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Notes
Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the receiver is turned on. Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, video output may not be possible. The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available for purchase depending on the area.
Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input.
Press INPUT MODE repeatedly on the receiver to select the audio input mode.
The selected audio input mode appears on the display. AUTO Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital audio signals, analog audio signals are selected. ANALOG Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
Some audio input modes may not be set up depending on the input. When the ANALOG DIRECT function is being used, the audio input mode is set to ANALOG automatically. You cannot select other modes.

When listening to MP3 or other compressed music using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press MUSIC repeatedly to select PORTABLE (page 41).
Press V/v repeatedly to select DMPORT V. Press or b to enter the parameter.

Changing the display

You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.
Press SLEEP repeatedly 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
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes cyclically as follows.
All inputs except the FM and AM band
Index name of the input* t Selected input t Sound field currently applied
t OFF When sleep timer is being used, SLEEP lights up in the display. Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will be canceled.

FM and AM band

Preset station name* t Frequency t Sound field currently applied
* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 26, 48). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name.
Character or marks may not be displayed for some languages.
Recording using the receiver
Recording onto a recording media
You can record from a video component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording component.
Changing button assignments
You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO button on this remote to control the DVD recorder. Note
You cannot change the settings of DMPORT and TUNER buttons.
Press one of the input buttons to select the playback component.
Prepare the playback component for playing.
For example, insert the video tape you want to copy into the VCR.

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 channels 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. 55US

On placement

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 (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer. The AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
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. Do not place the receiver near equipment such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. If the receiver is being used in combination with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too close to that equipment, noise may result, and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna (aerial). Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna (aerial). Use caution when placing the receiver 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.

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 questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

On heat buildup