4-433-534-81(1)

Multi Channel
AV Receiver
Operating Instructions

Please read the Quick Setup Guide supplied with the receiver first. This allows
you to understand the connections and operations flow of the receiver more
easily.

©2014 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

STR-DA5800ES
 For customers in the United
WARNING States
To reduce the risk of fire or electric Owner’s Record
shock, do not expose this apparatus to The model and serial numbers are located on the rear
rain or moisture. of the unit. Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
opening of the appliance with newspapers, Model No. Serial No.
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources Important Safety Instructions
(for example, lighted candles). 1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such 3) Heed all warnings.
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. 4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
do not place objects filled with liquids, such as accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
vases, on the appliance. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible
heat.
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
immediately.
two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
Do not expose batteries or appliances with battery-
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
installed to excessive heat, such as sunshine and fire.
prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long
consult an electrician for replacement of the
as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off. obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or
This symbol is intended to alert pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
the user to the presence of the Hot receptacles, and the point where they exit from
Surface that may be hot if it is the apparatus.
touched during the normal 11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by
operation. the manufacturer.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
This symbol is intended to alert the table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
user to the presence of uninsulated the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
“dangerous voltage” within the when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
product’s enclosure that may be of avoid injury from tip-over.
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important 13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
operating and maintenance when unused for long periods of time.
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.

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14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
Servicing is required when the apparatus has technician for help.
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled CAUTION
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, not expressly approved in this manual could void
does not operate normally, or has been dropped. your authority to operate this equipment.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord Properly shielded and grounded cables and
should be connected to the apparatus and the connectors must be used for connection to host
speakers in accordance with the following computers and / or peripherals in order to meet FCC
instructions. emission limits.
1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS.
2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the For the customers in Canada
speaker cord. Properly shielded and grounded cables and
3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and connectors must be used for connection to host
the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core computers and / or peripherals.
of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC
power cord from the MAINS before About the Lighting Control
disconnecting the speaker cord from the Adapter (UWA-C4Z)
apparatus and the speakers. This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
The following FCC statement
applies only to the version of This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
this model manufactured for Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
sale in the U.S.A. Other (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
versions may not comply with and (2) this device must accept any interference
FCC technical regulations. received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply This equipment must not be co-located or operated
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against This equipment complies with FCC radiation
harmful interference in a residential installation. exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful OET65. This equipment should be installed and
interference to radio communications. However, operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur away from person’s body (excluding extremities:
in a particular installation. If this equipment does hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
to correct the interference by one or more of the and (2) this device must accept any interference,
following measures: including interference that may cause undesired
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. operation of this device.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

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This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and
meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
About This Manual
Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed • The instructions in this manual are for model
and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or STR-DA5800ES (the receiver). Check your model
more away from person’s body (excluding number by looking at the lower right corner of the
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). front panel.
• The instructions in this manual describe mostly the
operation of the receiver with the supplied remote
control. You can also use the buttons or knobs on
the receiver if they have the same or similar names
as those on the remote control.

On Copyrights
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX, and the double-
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
No’s: 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762,
6,487,535, 6,226,616, 7,212,872, 7,003,467,
7,272,567, 7,668,723, 7,392,195, 7,333,929,
7,548,853 & other U.S. and worldwide patents
issued and pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, &
DTS-HD and the Symbol together are registered
trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition

Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition

Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.

The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver

is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA &
COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also
belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.

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iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod license(s) from Microsoft.
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content
U.S. and other countries. access technology to protect their intellectual
property, including copyrighted content. This device
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-
of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® protected content and/or WMDRM-protected
marks are not specified. content. If the device fails to properly enforce
restrictions on content usage, content owners may
require Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to
consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation
should not affect unprotected content or content
protected by other content access technologies.
“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that Content owners may require you to upgrade
an electronic accessory has been designed to PlayReady to access their content. If you decline an
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, upgrade, you will not be able to access content that
and has been certified by the developer to meet requires the upgrade.
Apple performance standards. Apple is not
responsible for the operation of this device or its “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are
compliance with safety and regulatory standards. registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod
or iPhone may affect wireless performance. “Android” is a registered trademark or a trademark
of Google Inc.

InstaPrevue™ is a trademark or registered

trademark of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United States
and other countries.
DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA
CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or The Control4 and the 4ball logos are registered
certification marks of the Digital Living Network trademarks of Control4 Corporation. All rights
Alliance. reserved.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents This product contains software that is subject to the
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU
Lesser General Public License (“LGPL”). These
“BRAVIA” Sync is a trademark of Sony establish that customers have the right to acquire,
Corporation. modify, and redistribute the source code of said
software in accordance with the terms of the GPL or
“x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks of the LGPL.
Sony Corporation.
For details of the GPL, LGPL and other software
“PlayStation®” is a registered trademark of Sony licenses, please refer to “System Settings” t
Computer Entertainment Inc. “Software License” on the “Settings” menu on the
receiver.
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. The source code for the software used in this product
is subject to the GPL and LGPL, and is available on
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or the Web. To download, please access the following:
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries. URL: http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux
This product contains technology subject to certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to
distribution of this technology outside of this any inquiries regarding the content of this source
product is prohibited without the appropriate code.

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Main features of the receiver
Compatible with a variety of connections and formats
Feature Description Page
9.2 channels The receiver can output up to 9.2 channels. 24, 26
The receiver supports a bi-amplifier connection of a front speaker.
Compatible with various The receiver is compatible with various audio formats, such as 22
standards Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD, multi-channel
Linear PCM, FLAC, etc.
HDMI (9 in 2 out + 1 zone The receiver is equipped with 8 HDMI input jacks (of which two, 28, 30, 32,
out) HDMI IN 2 and IN 3, are the “for AUDIO” jacks which take sound 33, 35, 37
quality into account) on the back panel, and 1 HDMI jack on the
front panel. You can connect various equipment using an HDMI
connection.
The receiver is compatible with various HDMI standards, such as 36, 87
Deep Color, “x.v.Color,” or 4K* and 3D transmission, Audio
Return Channel (ARC), etc.
* The HDMI IN 1, IN 2, and IN 9 jacks support 4K transmission.
4K 21, 36
The receiver can output 4K signals through its HDMI output jacks.
Fast View 115
You can select an HDMI Input method that is faster than the
normal selection (Fast View). HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, and
IN 9 jacks support the Fast View function.
Control for HDMI 83, 114
You can operate the receiver and other equipment in conjunction
with each other using the Control for HDMI function.
Preview for HDMI The receiver allows you to display a live picture-in-picture preview 90
of an HDMI input connected to this receiver. Preview windows
will be displayed only for HDMI IN 1/IN 2/IN 3/IN 4 Input.
You can select each preview HDMI input using the remote control.
(This function is made possible by Silicon Image InstaPrevue™
technology.)
Network The receiver is equipped with four LAN ports that have switching 44
hub functions.
The receiver is compatible with Internet content streaming. 56
The receiver allows you to play back content on a home network 54
via the DLNA-compliant home network function.
USB iPod/iPhone applicable USB port 53
You can easily play back iPod/iPhone content via the receiver
using a USB connection.
You can easily play back content on a USB device/WALKMAN 52
via the receiver using a USB connection.

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Feature Description Page
Multi-zone In addition to the main room, you can enjoy music and video in 75
another room, different from the content in the main room.
You can output HDMI signals from HDMI IN jacks to the HDMI 21, 75, 79
ZONE 2 OUT jack.

Better image and sound quality

Feature Description Page
Image up-conversion The receiver upscales or downscales analog video signals. The 21
signals can be upscaled to 4k using an HDMI output jack. The
receiver also upscales or downscales analog video signals for
zone 2.
Digital Cinema Auto The receiver is equipped with the Digital Cinema Auto Calibration 99, 101
Calibration (D.C.A.C.) (D.C.A.C.) function. This function allows you to perform
function automatic calibration and settings of audio parameters to produce
optimum sound.
Sound fields You can select from a variety of sound field modes according to 62, 64
speaker connections or input sources.
The receiver is also provided with the following sound options:
– Three modes to reproduce the sound characteristics of famous
music halls: “Berlin Philharmonic Hall,” “Concertgebouw
Amsterdam,” or “Musikverein Vienna.”
– Two modes to match the position of the sound source to the
screen: “Movie Height,” and “Vocal Height.”
Raising the center By using the front high speakers, you can lift up the sounds of the 102
speaker sounds to an center speaker to an appropriate height on the screen. This function
appropriate height (Center Speaker Lift Up) allows you to enjoy natural
(Center Speaker Lift Up) representation without discomfort.
Reproducing front high The receiver can reproduce front high speakers virtually even 101
speakers virtually when there are no actual front high speakers connected. This
(Virtual Front High) function allows you to reproduce the Center Speaker Lift Up effect
using the front high speakers, as well as reproduce various sound
field features utilizing the front high channels the receiver is
equipped with.
High quality You can play back compressed audio files with high quality using 106
reproduction of the D.L.L. (Digital Legato Linear) function.
compressed audio files
High quality digital The High quality digital Audio Transmission System (H.A.T.S.) 114
Audio Transmission function transmits signals from a Super Audio CD player
System (H.A.T.S.) connected via an HDMI connection with high quality.
function

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Useful functions
Feature Description Page
Easy and accessible The receiver is equipped with a GUI (Graphical User Interface). 49
operations You can operate the receiver intuitively using a menu displayed on
the TV screen.
You can set the basic settings of the receiver easily using Easy 46
Setup.
A remote control for operating connected equipment and the 18
Multi-zone function is supplied with the receiver.
You can recall various settings of the receiver, including lighting 71
scenes, all at one time with the press of the EASY AUTOMATION
button.
Flexible functions The Sound Optimizer function optimizes audio output in 66
accordance with the volume level.
The A/V Sync function adjusts the time gap between audio output 107
and the visual display.
The Pass Through function outputs HDMI signals to the TV, even 86
when the receiver is in standby mode.

Others
Feature Description Page
Environment-friendly The Auto Standby function switches the receiver to standby mode 119
function automatically if you do not operate the receiver for a specific
period of time or when there is no signal input to the receiver.
More useful You can operate the receiver using a smartphone equipped with 91
“ES Remote” application software.*
* Compatible with an iPod touch/iPhone and Android phones
Lighting Control The receiver allows you to operate Control4-compatible lighting 73
devices. You can turn them on or off, and adjust the lighting level.
You can also register settings combining multiple lighting devices
as a lighting scene.
Universal Remote The receiver allows you to operate your equipment such as a BD/ 68
Control DVD player with the supplied remote control by registering the
player in advance.

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Table of Contents
Main features of the receiver ........................ 6
Description and location of parts ............... 11 Using the Universal Remote
Control Function
Selecting the equipment you want to
Getting Started operate ...................................................68
Read the following before you connect any Operating the AV equipment ......................68
equipment .............................................. 20 Turning off all connected equipment
1: Installing speakers .................................. 24 (ROOM OFF) ........................................70
2: Connecting the monitor .......................... 28 Making Universal Remote Control
3: Connecting the video equipment ........... 30 settings ...................................................70
4: Connecting the audio equipment ........... 37
5: Connecting the IR blaster ....................... 42
6: Making connections for using Lighting Using the Home Automation
Control .................................................. 43 Function
7: Connecting to the network ..................... 44 Saving various settings for the receiver and
8: Preparing the receiver and the remote recalling those settings all at one time
control ................................................... 45 (Easy Automation) ................................71
9: Setting up the receiver using the Easy Lighting Control .........................................73
Setup ..................................................... 46
10: Setting up connected equipment .......... 48
11: Preparing a computer to use as Using Multi-zone Features
a server .................................................. 49 What you can do with the Multi-zone
Guide to on-screen display operation ......... 49 function ..................................................75
Making a multi-zone connection ................75
Setting the speakers in zone 2 ....................79
Enjoying images/sound Setting the HDMI output in zone 2 ............79
Enjoying images/sound from connected Switching the zone setting of the remote
equipment .............................................. 51 control ....................................................80
USB Device/WALKMAN .......................... 52 Operating the receiver from another zone
iPod/iPhone ................................................ 53 (ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations) ..............81
Home Network (DLNA) ............................ 54
Internet content .......................................... 56
FM/AM ...................................................... 57 Using Other Features
Using “BRAVIA” Sync features ................83
Switching the monitors that output the HDMI
Enjoying Sound Effects video signals ..........................................86
Selecting the sound field ............................ 61 Outputting the HDMI signals even when the
Using the Sound Optimizer function ......... 66 receiver is in standby mode
Adjusting the equalizer .............................. 66 (Pass Through) ......................................86
Switching between digital and analog
audio ......................................................87
Using other video/audio input jacks ...........88
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Preview for HDMI ......................................90
Operating the receiver using
a smartphone ..........................................91
Using the sleep timer ..................................92
Recording using the receiver ......................92
Switching the command mode of the receiver
and the remote control ...........................92
Using a bi-amplifier connection .................94
Reverting back to the factory default
settings ...................................................95

Adjusting Settings
Using the setting menu ...............................96
Easy Setup ..................................................99
Speaker Settings .........................................99
Audio Settings ..........................................106
Video Settings ...........................................109
HDMI Settings ..........................................113
Input Settings ............................................115
Network Settings ......................................116
Home Control Settings .............................117
Zone Settings ............................................118
System Settings ........................................119
Network Update ........................................120
Operating without using the GUI .............121

Additional Information
Precautions ...............................................128
Troubleshooting ........................................129
Specifications ............................................141
Index .........................................................145

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Description and location of parts

Front panel

To remove the cover To open the cover

Press PUSH. Slide the cover to the left.
When you remove the cover, keep it out of
reach from children.

A ?/1 ON/STANDBY The lamp turns off when the receiver is in

Turns the receiver on or off. standby mode and the above settings are
The lamp above the button lights up as off.
follows: B SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF)
Green: The receiver is turned on. (page 47)
Amber: The receiver is in standby mode,
C SOUND OPTIMIZER (page 66)
and
– “Control for HDMI” (page 114) or D MEMORY/ENTER, TUNING +/–
“Network Standby” (page 116) is set to (page 60)
“On.” E Remote sensor
– “Pass Through” (page 114) is set to Receives signals from remote control.
“On” or “Auto.” F 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/
– The receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 is HD-D.C.S., MUSIC (page 61, 62)
turned on.
G Display window (page 13)

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H DIMMER
Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the
brightness of the display window.
I DISPLAY MODE (page 127)
J INPUT MODE (page 87)
K HD-D.C.S. lamp (page 62)
Lights up when the HD-D.C.S. sound
field is selected.
CONCERT HALL MODE lamp
(page 64)
Lights up when one of the Berlin
Philharmonic Hall, Concertgebouw
Amsterdam, or Musikverein Vienna
sound fields is selected.
L EASY AUTOMATION 1, 2 (page 71)
M HDMI OUT (A/B/OFF) (page 86)
N PHONES jack
Connects to headphones.
O TONE +/–
Press TONE repeatedly to select the
speaker and range. Then turn the dial to
adjust the bass/middle/treble level of the
speaker.
P AUTO CAL MIC jack (page 99)
Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone for “Auto Calibration” to this
jack.
Q iPod/iPhone ( (USB) port and
VIDEO IN jack) (page 35, 52, 53)
R VIDEO 2 IN jacks (page 35)
S MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp
Lights up when multi-channel audio
signals are decoded.
T ZONE SELECT, POWER (page 82)
U INPUT SELECTOR (page 51)
V HDMI IN 9 (VIDEO 2) jack (page 36)
W MASTER VOLUME (page 51)

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Indicators on the display

A SW SB
Lights up when subwoofer(s) is (are) Surround Back
connected and the audio signal is output Example:
from the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER Recording format: 5.1
jack(s). Speaker pattern: 3/0.1
B Playback channel indicator Sound Field: A.F.D. Auto
Indicates the speaker that is designated to
output sound. Shows how the receiver C INPUT indicator
down-mixes or up-mixes the source
Lights up to indicate the current input.
sound, based on the speaker settings.
AUTO
L
The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO.”
Front Left
HDMI
R
COAX
Front Right
OPT
C
MULTI (MULTI CHANNEL INPUT)
Center
ARC (page 87)
LH
Left High D HDMI OUT A/B (page 86)
RH E SLEEP (page 92)
Right High F MEM
SL Lights up when the preset memory
Surround Left function is activated.
SR
Surround Right G ZONE 2/ZONE 3 (page 75)
SBL H L.F.E.
Surround Back Left Lights up when input signals being
SBR played back contain an L.F.E. (Low
Surround Back Right Frequency Effects) channel. The L.F.E.
channel signal is actually being
reproduced, the bars underneath the
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 letters light up to indicate the level. Since S DTS-HD indicator
the L.F.E. signal is not recorded in all Lights up when the receiver is decoding
parts of the input signal, the bar indication DTS-HD.
will fluctuate (and may turn off) during DTS-HD
playback. Lights up constantly with the one of the
I Speaker system indicator following indicators.
(page 47) MSTR
DTS-HD Master Audio
J BI-AMP (page 94)
HI RES
K D.C.A.C. (page 99) DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
Lights up when the measurement results
T ;TrueHD
of the “Auto Calibration” function are
Lights up when the receiver is decoding
applied.
Dolby TrueHD.
L D.L.L. (page 106)
U Dolby Pro Logic indicator
M H.A.T.S. (page 114) Lights up with one of the respective
N S.OPT. indicators when the receiver performs
Lights up when the sound optimizer Dolby Pro Logic processing. This matrix
function is activated (page 66). surround decoding technology can
O Tuning indicator enhance input signals.
Lights up when the receiver tunes to a ;PL
radio station. Dolby Pro Logic
ST ;PLII
Stereo reception Dolby Pro Logic II
MONO ;PLIIx
FM mode is set to the monaural mode. Dolby Pro Logic IIx
PRESET ;PLIIz
The tuning mode is set to the preset mode. Dolby Pro Logic IIz
P VOLUME V A.P.M. (page 101)
Displays the current volume. Lights up when the A.P.M. (Automatic
Phase Matching) function is activated.
Q D.RANGE
W EQ
Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated. Lights up when the equalizer is activated.
R Dolby Digital Surround indicator X L-PCM
Lights up with one of the respective Lights up when Linear PCM (Pulse Code
indicators when the receiver is decoding Modulation) signals are input.
the corresponding Dolby Digital format Y DSD
signals. Lights up when the receiver is receiving
;D DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals.
Dolby Digital Z DTS(-ES) indicator
;D+ Lights up when DTS or DTS-ES signals
Dolby Digital Plus are input.
;D EX DTS
Dolby Digital Surround EX Lights up when the receiver is decoding
DTS signals.

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 DTS-ES
Lights up with one of the following
indicators, depending on the input signal
decoding format.
96/24
DTS 96/24 (96 kHz/24 bit) decoding
DISC
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
MTX
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
wj NEO:X
Lights up when DTS Neo:X Cinema/
Music/Game decoding is activated.
wk V.FH
Lights up when the Virtual Front High
feature is enabled so that the sound output
from the front speakers can be virtually
reproduced, even in an environment
without front L/R speakers.

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Rear panel

A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section D LAN ports (switching hubs)

OPTICAL IN jacks (page 44)
(page 28, 32, 33)
COAXIAL IN jacks
(page 31, 38)
HDMI IN/OUT* jacks E UWA-C4Z
(page 28, 30, 32, 33)

B RS232C port

Connect the supplied Lighting Control

Adapter (UWA-C4Z) to this port.

F COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/

Used for maintenance and service.
OUTPUT section (page 28, 31, 33)
C ANTENNA section

AM ANTENNA jack Y, PB, PR IN/OUT* jacks

(page 40)

FM ANTENNA jack
G SPEAKERS section (page 26)
(page 40)

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H Control jacks for Sony and other J AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
external equipment
IR REMOTE IN/OUT AUDIO IN/OUT jacks
jacks (page 75) (page 38, 41)
Connect an IR repeater (not supplied) to
IN to use the Multi-zone function. MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
Connect an IR blaster (supplied) to OUT jacks (page 38)
to use the Universal Remote Control
function.
TRIGGER OUT jacks
(page 118)
PRE OUT jacks
Connect to interlock on/off of the power
Connect to an external power amplifier.
supply of other 12V TRIGGER compliant
equipment. * You must connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR
OUT jack to your TV to watch the selected input
I VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT image (page 28).
section (page 28, 31, 32, 33, 34)

AUDIO IN/OUT jacks

VIDEO IN/OUT* jacks

AUDIO OUT jacks

VIDEO OUT jack
(page 75)

ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT jack

(page 77)

An RJ-45 jack used to send a video signal

to the equipment in zone 2. Use a CAT5
cable for the connection. Used for custom
installation. For information on how to
use this jack, consult your dealer.
Attention
Do not use this jack for an Ethernet LAN
connection. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.

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 A ?/1 (on/standby)
Remote control (RM-AAU194) Turns the receiver on or off.
Use the supplied remote control to operate this B ROOM OFF
receiver and other equipment. Turns all the connected devices in the
room on or off.
Note
Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or C ZONE (page 75)
lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a D AMP
malfunction. Activates the receiver operation for the
Tip main zone.
When the receiver no longer responds to the remote E D.TUNING (page 58)
control, replace all the batteries with new ones. Press SHIFT (wa), then press D.TUNING
to enter direct tuning mode.
F ENT/MEM
Press SHIFT (wa), then press ENT/MEM
to enter the value or track using the
numeric buttons (wd), or press ENT/
MEM, then press the numeric buttons
(wd) to select a preset number to which a
station is stored during tuner operation.
G SEN
Accesses the home page of the Sony
Entertainment Network (SEN), a network
service provided by Sony.
H WATCH, LISTEN (page 51)
I PAGE +/– (page 68)
Allows you to scroll quickly through lists
of media.
J Color buttons
Works according to the guide on the TV
screen.
K AMP MENU (page 121)
L V/v/B/b
Press V/v/B/b to select the menu items.
Then press to enter the selection.
M INFO/OPTIONS (page 50, 57, 60)
Displays and selects items from the
options menu.
The INFO button is mapped to an info
function for certain devices.
N HOME (page 50)
Displays the home menu on the TV
screen.

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O m/M 1), x 1), X 1), N 1) 2), W Numeric buttons
./>1), z 1) Press SHIFT (wa), then press numeric
Press the buttons to operate the DVD buttons to input numbers.
player, Blu-ray Disc Player, CD player, Press numeric buttons to select channel
MD deck, tape deck, equipment numbers of the TV.
connected to the (USB) port or to the X GUIDE
network, or Internet, etc. Press SHIFT (wa), then press GUIDE to
TUNING +/– display the on-screen program guide.
Press SHIFT (wa), then press TUNING
+/– to select a station. Y DISPLAY
PRESET +/– Displays the control panel on the TV
Press SHIFT (wa), then press PRESET +/ screen when playing back content via
– to select preset stations. Internet or a home network.
AUDIO 3) Z MENU
Press SHIFT (wa), then press AUDIO to Brings up a device specific menu on most
select audio format/track. devices. For DVD players, the MENU
DVR button takes the user to the DVD menu.
Press SHIFT (wa), then press DVR to wj RETURN/EXIT O
jump to the DVR capabilities of DVR Returns to the previous menu or exit the
capable devices. menu.
B·/·b 3) wk VOL +/– (page 51)
Press B·/·b to Adjusts the volume of the selected
– replay the previous scene or fast equipment.
forward the current scene. MUTING (page 51)
– skip to the previous or next album when Turns off the sound of the selected
using an iPod/iPhone. equipment temporarily.
P CH + 2)/– wl SLEEP (page 92), HDMI OUTPUT
Scans channels on the selected device. (page 86)
Q SOUND FIELD +/– (page 61, 62, 64), e; DIMMER
EASY AUTOMATION 1, 2 (page 71) Press SHIFT (wa), then press DIMMER
R RM SET UP (page 92) repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the
S FAVORITES (page 56) display window.
PREVIEW (HDMI) (page 90)
T LIGHTING (page 73)
Press PREVIEW (HDMI) to open
U SHIFT picture-in-picture screens to preview
Changes the remote control button input from four HDMI IN jacks.
function to activate the buttons printed in 1) See
the table on page 69 for information on the
pink. buttons that you can use to control each types of
V Input buttons equipment.
2) A tactile dot is attached to these buttons (5/VIDEO
Press one of the buttons to select the
2, N, CH +). Use it as a mark of operation.
equipment you want to use. When you 3) Functions are available only for a USB input or a
press any of the input buttons, the receiver
Sony Entertainment Network (SEN).
turns on.
*/., #/- Note
Press SHIFT (wa), then press the buttons. The above explanations are intended to serve as
The special #, -, ., and * keys are used examples.
mostly for HD channel selection.

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 Getting Started

Read the following before you connect any equipment

Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Installing Speakers
See “1: Installing speakers” (page 24).
v
Connecting the monitor
See “2: Connecting the monitor” (page 28).
v
Connecting the video equipment
The image quality depends on the connecting jack. See the
illustration on the right. Select the connection according
to the jacks on your equipment.
The receiver has a video conversion function. For details,
see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 21).
See “3: Connecting the video equipment” (page 30).
Digital Analog

High quality image

v
Connecting the audio equipment
See “4: Connecting the audio equipment” (page 37).

v
Preparing the receiver and the remote control
See “8: Preparing the receiver and the remote control” (page 45).
v
Setting the receiver
See “9: Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup” (page 46).
v
Setting the audio output settings on the connected equipment
See “10: Setting up connected equipment” (page 48).

For details on a multi-zone connection, see page 75.

For details on a bi-amplifier connection, see page 94.

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Function for conversion of video signals

Getting Started
This receiver is equipped with a function for converting video signals.
• Composite video signals can be output as HDMI video and component video signals.
• Component video signals can be output as HDMI video and video signals.

As the factory default setting, video signals input from the connected equipment are output to the
HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT jacks as shown in the table below.
We recommend you set the video conversion function to match the resolution of the monitor you
are using.
For details on the video converting function, see “Video Settings” (page 109).

OUTPUT jack COMPONENT

HDMI OUT A/B VIDEO MONITOR MONITOR VIDEO
VIDEO 1 OUT
(up to 4K) OUT OUT
INPUT jack (up to 1080i)

HDMI IN a – – –
VIDEO IN a* a** a** a
COMPONENT VIDEO IN a* a** a** –

a : Video signals are output.

– : Video signals are not output.
* When “Auto” is selected in “Resolution,” up to 4K up-scaling is enabled.
To enjoy 4K signals, a 4K-compatible monitor must be connected.
** Video signals may not be output, depending on the setting in “Resolution” (page 109).

Note on converting video To display Closed Caption

signals Set “Resolution” to “Direct” in the Video
Video signals for which the resolution has Settings menu when receiving a signal that
been converted may not be output from the supports Closed Captions.
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT Use the same kind of cords for the input/output
jacks or the HDMI OUT jacks simultaneously. signals.
If you connect equipment to both the
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT To connect a recording device
jacks and the HDMI OUT jacks, priority is
When recording, connect the recording device
given to the output from the HDMI OUT jacks.
to the VIDEO OUT jacks of the receiver.
Connect cords for input and output signals to
Note on Zone 2 HDMI video the same type of jack, as VIDEO OUT jacks
output do not have an up-conversion function.
Only HDMI IN input signals can be output The HDMI OUT and the MONITOR OUT
through the HDMI ZONE 2 OUT jack. jacks cannot be used for recording.

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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
Digital audio formats that this receiver can decode depend on digital audio input jacks of the
equipment connected.
This receiver supports the following audio formats.

Connection between the playback equipment and the receiver

Maximum number COAXIAL/
Audio format HDMI
of channels OPTICAL

Dolby Digital 5.1ch a a

Dolby Digital EX 6.1ch a a

Dolby Digital Plus* 7.1ch – a

Dolby TrueHD* 7.1ch – a

DTS 5.1ch a a

DTS-ES 6.1ch a a

DTS 96/24 5.1ch a a

DTS-HD
High Resolution 7.1ch – a
Audio*

DTS-HD
7.1ch – a
Master Audio*

DSD* 5.1ch – a

Multi-Channel Linear PCM* 7.1ch – a

* Audio signals are output in another format if the playback equipment does not correspond to the format. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback equipment.

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Network/USB
Type of content File format Extensions

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Music WAV5) “.wav”

WMA1) 2) 4) “.wma”

MP3 “.mp3”

AAC1) 2) 4) “.m4a”

FLAC5) “.flac”

Video6) MPEG-1 Video/PS1) “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts”

MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS1)

MPEG-4 AVC1) “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,” “.m2ts,” “.mts”

WMV91) “.wmv,” “.asf”

AVCHD 3)

Xvid “.avi”
Photo JPEG “.jpg,” “.jpeg,” “.mpo”
PNG “.png”
GIF “.gif”
1)
The receiver does not play coded files such as DRM.
2)
The receiver may not play a file of this format placed on a DLNA server.
3)
The receiver plays AVCHD format files that are recorded on a digital video camera, etc.
4)
The receiver cannot play an encrypted file such as a lossless file.
5)
Compatible sampling frequency/bit depth: Maximum 192 kHz/24 bit
6)
For USB devices only

Notes
• Some files may not play depending on the file
format, file encoding, recording condition, or
DLNA server condition.
• Some files edited on a computer may not play.
• The receiver can recognize the following files or
folders in USB devices:
– up to folders in the 3rd tree
– up to 500 files in a single tree
• The receiver can recognize the following files or
folders stored in the DLNA server:
– up to folders in the 18th tree
– up to 999 files in a single tree
• Concerning the formats defined in the DLNA
guidelines, the server is required to offer the
content to which the format information defined in
the DLNA guidelines has been added properly.

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1: Installing speakers
This receiver allows you to use up to a 9.2 7.1 channel speaker system
channel system (9 speakers and two using surround back speakers
subwoofers). You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of
DVD or Blu-ray Disc software recorded sound
in 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel format.
Examples of speaker system AFront left speaker
configuration BFront right speaker
CCenter speaker
DSurround left speaker
ESurround right speaker
FSurround back left speaker
GSurround back right speaker
JSubwoofer

7.1 channel speaker system

using front high speakers
You can enjoy vertical sound effects (e.g., Pro
Logic IIz mode, Neo:X mode).
AFront left speaker
BFront right speaker
CCenter speaker
DSurround left speaker
ESurround right speaker
HLeft high speaker
9.1 channel speaker system IRight high speaker
You can enjoy high-quality multi-channel JSubwoofer
surround sound maximally just you would in
an ideal dubbing theater in 9.1 channel or 9.2 5.1 channel speaker system
channel format. To fully enjoy theater-like multi-channel
AFront left speaker surround sound requires five speakers (two
BFront right speaker front speakers, a center speaker, and two
CCenter speaker surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1
DSurround left speaker channel system).
ESurround right speaker AFront left speaker
FSurround back left speaker BFront right speaker
GSurround back right speaker CCenter speaker
HLeft high speaker DSurround left speaker
IRight high speaker ESurround right speaker
JSubwoofer JSubwoofer

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 6 channel speaker system
Recommended speaker • Place the surround back speaker behind the
placement seating position.

Getting Started
9 or 7 channel speaker system
• The angle A shown in the illustration
should be the same.

Tip
Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional
signals, you can place it wherever you want.

• If you cannot place the speakers at the

optimum angle, separate the surround
speakers and the surround back speakers
adequately and arrange them as
symmetrically as possible.
• You can calibrate speaker positioning using
“Speaker Relocation” even if you cannot
place the speakers at the optimum angle
(page 102). Arrange the surround back
speakers spread further back than 90 degrees
to operate “Speaker Relocation” effectively.
• Install the front high speakers at the same
angle as that of the front speakers. The
position should be at a height on or above an
extended diagonal line across the screen of a
TV or monitor.

the same angle

as that of a front
speaker

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Connecting speakers
Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

A B B FRONT B terminals 1)

B B B

1)
A Monaural audio cord (not supplied) If you have an additional front speaker
B Speaker cords (not supplied) system, connect it to the FRONT B
AFront speaker A (L) terminals. You can select the front speaker
system you are using with SPEAKERS on
BFront speaker A (R)
the front panel (page 11).
CCenter speaker 2) If you connect only one surround back
DSurround speaker (L) speaker, connect it to the SURROUND
ESurround speaker (R) BACK (ZONE 2) L terminals.
FSurround back speaker (L)2) 3) When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
GSurround back speaker (R)2) standby function, turn off the function when
HFront high speaker (L) watching movies. If the auto standby
IFront high speaker (R) function of the subwoofer is set to on, it goes
JSubwoofer3) into standby automatically based on the level
of the input signal to the subwoofer, and the
sound may not be output.

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 You can connect two subwoofers to the
receiver. The same signals are output from
each of the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jacks.

Getting Started
Tip
You can loosen or tighten the SPEAKERS terminal
easily using the supplied speaker cord connection
tool.

Loosen
Speaker cord
Tighten connection tool

ZONE 2 connection
Only if you do not use surround back speakers,
you can assign the SURROUND BACK
(ZONE 2) terminals F and G to the speakers
of zone 2. Set the SURROUND BACK
(ZONE 2) terminals to “Zone2 Speakers” in
“Speaker Connection” in the Speaker Settings
menu (page 101).
See “Using Multi-zone Features” (page 75)
for details on connection and operation in
zone 2.

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2: Connecting the monitor
You can watch the selected input image when you connect the HDMI OUT or MONITOR OUT
jacks to a TV. You can operate this receiver using the on-screen GUI (Graphical User Interface).

TV monitor with an HDMI jack

Audio signals* Video signals**

* If you connect the receiver to an Audio Return ** If you connect the receiver to an Audio
Channel (ARC)-compatible TV’s HDMI jack Return Channel (ARC)-compatible TV,
via an HDMI cable, this connection is not connect it to an HDMI jack designated by
necessary. “ARC” on the TV.
A E

A B C D

Audio signals Video signals

or or

TV monitor without an HDMI jack

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.
A Optical digital cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied)
B Audio cord (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
C Video cord (not supplied) cable.
D Component video cord (not supplied)

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TV type Audio Return Channel Required cable (cord)
(ARC)
Video Audio

Getting Started
HDMI equipped Compatible* E –
Incompatible E A or B**
Non-HDMI equipped – D or C A or B**

* You can output the TV’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only by connecting the
TV with an HDMI cable.
** If you want to output multi-channel surround sound from the receiver, use A for the audio connection.

Notes
• If you connect the TV to the receiver using video
cord, set “Playback Resolution” to “480i/576i”
(page 112).
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Tip
The sound of the TV is output from the speakers
connected to the receiver if you connect the audio
output jack of the TV and the TV IN jacks of the
receiver. In this configuration, set the sound output
jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched
between either “Fixed” or “Variable.”

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3: Connecting the video equipment

Connections required for watching content recorded on Blu-ray Discs

or DVDs

To connect equipment with HDMI jacks

If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 31.

DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player

Video/audio signals

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable.
* You can connect any equipment with HDMI
output jacks to the HDMI IN jacks of the receiver.

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To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

Getting Started
DVD player, Blu-ray Disc Player
Audio signals Video signals

or or

A B C D

A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

B Audio cord (not supplied)
C Video cord (not supplied)
D Component video cord (not supplied)

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Connections required for playing video games
PlayStation 3 (video game with an HDMI jack)
Video/audio signals

B C D

Audio signals Video signals

or

Video game without an HDMI jack

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.
A HDMI cable (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied)
B Optical digital cord (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied)

Video game type Required cable (cord)

Video Audio
HDMI equipped* A –
Non-HDMI equipped D B or C**

* You can output the video game’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only by
connecting the video game with an HDMI cable.
** If you want to output multi-channel surround sound from the receiver, use B for the audio connection.

Notes
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

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Connections required for watching programs via satellite
broadcasting or via a cable TV

Getting Started
Satellite tuner, Cable box with an HDMI jack

Video/audio signals

B C D E

Audio signals Video signals

or or

Satellite tuner, Cable box without an HDMI jack

It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.
A HDMI cable (not supplied) D Video cord (not supplied)
B Optical digital cord (not supplied) E Component video (not supplied)
C Audio cord (not supplied)

Satellite tuner/Cable Required cable (cord)

box type
Video Audio
HDMI equipped* A –
Non-HDMI equipped E or D B or C**

* You can output the satellite tuner/cable box’s sound (multi-channel surround sound) from the receiver only
by connecting the satellite tuner/cable box with an HDMI cable.
** If you want to output multi-channel surround sound from the receiver, use B for the audio connection.
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Notes
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the plugs straight until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.

Connections required for watching content recorded on video tapes

VCR
Audio signals Video signals

A B

A Audio cord (not supplied)

B Video cord (not supplied)

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Connections required for watching content via a camcorder

Getting Started
To the VIDEO 2 IN jacks

A B
Video/audio signals
Camcorder without an
HDMI jack
Camcorder with an HDMI jack

A Video/audio cord (not supplied)

B HDMI cable (not supplied)

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 Notes on connecting cables
HDMI features • Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a
• Digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI Standard HDMI cable, 4K, 1080p, Deep
can be output from the speakers and the PRE Color, or 3D images may not be displayed
OUT jacks on this receiver. This signal properly.
supports Dolby Digital, DTS, DSD, and • Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-
Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
formats supported by the receiver”
(page 22). Note on using an HDMI-DVI
• Analog video signals input to the VIDEO conversion cable
jack, or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI
output as HDMI signals. Audio signals are conversion cable. When you connect an
not output from the HDMI OUT jacks while HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D
the image is being converted. device, the sound and/or the image may be
• Analog video input, however, cannot be lost. Connect separate audio cords or digital
output via the HDMI OUT jacks in zone 2. connecting cords, then set “Video Input
• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio Assign” and “Audio Input Assign” in the Input
(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Settings menu if the sound is not output
Deep Color, “x.v.Color,” and 3D or 4K correctly.
transmissions.
• The HDMI jacks of this receiver support the
Control for HDMI function. The HDMI
OUT B jack and the HDMI ZONE 2 OUT
jacks, however, do not support the Control
for HDMI function.
• To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible
TV and video equipment (Blu-ray Disc
Player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3,
etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI
cables, put on 3D glasses, and then play back
3D-compatible content.
• The receiver is compatible with 4K signals
output through its HDMI output jacks.
Analog input video signals can be up-scaled
to 4K. The 4K input signals via HDMI IN 1/
IN 2 on the rear and IN 9 on the front from a
4K-compatible player are output as they are
as 4K signals. To enjoy 4K images, connect
4K-compatible TV or projector to the HDMI
output jacks.
• You can view HDMI IN 1/IN 2/IN 3/IN 4
input on picture-in-picture preview
windows.

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4: Connecting the audio equipment

Getting Started
Connections required for listening content recorded on Super Audio
CDs or ordinary CDs

To connect equipment with HDMI jacks

If your equipment does not have an HDMI jack, see page 38.

CD player, Super Audio CD player

Video/audio signals

A HDMI cable (not supplied)

We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable.
* You can connect any equipment with HDMI
output jacks to the HDMI IN jacks of the receiver.

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To connect equipment with jacks other than HDMI jacks
If your Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi-channel output jacks, you can connect them
to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this receiver to enjoy multi-channel sound.
Alternatively, the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks can be used to connect an external multi-
channel decoder.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according to the jacks of your equipment.

CD player Super Audio CD player

or or or

A B A B

B
A Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
B Audio cord (not supplied)
C Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
Note
Audio input signals from MULTI CHANNEL
INPUT jacks cannot be recorded.

Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz
sampling frequencies. The COAXIAL IN jacks are
also compatible with 192 kHz sampling frequency.

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Note on playing a Super Audio
CD on a Super Audio CD player
No sound is output when playing a Super

Getting Started
Audio CD on a Super Audio CD player
connected to only the COAXIAL SA-CD/CD
IN jack on this receiver. When you play a
Super Audio CD, connect the player to the
MULTI CHANNEL INPUT or SA-CD/CD IN
jacks, or connect a player which can output
DSD signals from the HDMI jack to the
receiver using an HDMI cable. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the Super
Audio CD player.

If you want to connect several

digital devices, but cannot find
an unused input
See “Using other video/audio input jacks”
(page 88).

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Connections required for listening to the radio
AM loop antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied)

Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna
(aerial) away from the receiver and other
equipment.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna
(aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial),
keep it as horizontal as possible.

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Connections required for listening to the content recorded on MDs,
cassette tapes or records

Getting Started
For connecting an MD deck, it is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect cords according
to the jacks of your equipment.

Turntable MD/Tape deck

A B A

A Audio cord (not supplied)

B Optical digital cord (not supplied)
Notes
• When you connect an MD deck with digital cords,
you can connect it to any digital IN jack on the
receiver. To enable the connection, you should
assign the jack to an MD deck input in the menu.
See “Using other video/audio input jacks”
(page 88).
• If your turntable has a ground (earth) wire, connect
it to the (U) SIGNAL GND terminal.

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5: Connecting the IR blaster
To operate the equipment connected to the receiver with the supplied remote control, attach one of
the supplied IR blasters to the connected equipment.

IR blaster (supplied)

Infrared transmitter

Remote sensor of the

connected equipment

Place the equipment and the IR blaster as Refer to the operating instructions of the
follows when you want to operate more than equipment you want to control with the
one device with the IR blaster. supplied remote control. Then connect the IR
blaster to an IR REMOTE OUT jack of the
IR blaster
receiver, and place it above or below the
remote sensor of the equipment so that the
transmitter of the IR blaster is placed just
above or below the remote sensor. Remote
sensors on Sony products are identified by the
symbol.
Note
The IR blaster is equipped with double-sided sticker
Remote sensors tape so that you can attach it to the connected
equipment. Be sure to stick the IR blaster on in the
If the remote sensors on more than one device proper place, because it is difficult to be removed.
do not line up as shown in the illustration
above, use another IR blaster (supplied) and
another IR REMOTE OUT jack.
Tips
• If the IR blaster cable is too short, use a 3.5 mm
jack extension cable (not supplied).
• You can set up a configuration such that you can
operate multiple devices using one IR REMOTE
OUT jack.

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6: Making connections for using Lighting Control

Getting Started
To operate Control4-compatible equipment with the supplied remote control, plug the supplied
Lighting Control Adapter (UWA-C4Z) into the receiver.

A Lighting Control Adapter (UWA-C4Z)

(supplied)
Note
Do not remove the Lighting Control Adapter while
the receiver is turned on. Data may be damaged and
the receiver may become inoperative. When you
remove the Lighting Control Adapter, make sure
that the receiver is turned off (not in the Network
Standby mode, but in the mode where the power of
the receiver is turned completely off).

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7: Connecting to the network
If you have an Internet connection, you can connect this receiver to the Internet.

Configuration example
The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a
computer. We recommend that you use a wired connection.
Router

LAN cable Modem Internet

(not supplied)

Computer

LAN cable
(not supplied)

Note Router
Connect a router to one among ports 1 to 4 of the • Use a router compatible with 100 Mbps to
receiver using only one LAN cable. Do not connect enjoy content on your home network.
the same router to the receiver using more than one • We recommend that you use a router
LAN cable. It may cause a malfunction. equipped with the built-in DHCP (Dynamic
Host Configuration Protocol) server.
This function automatically assigns IP
System requirements addresses on the LAN.
The following system environment is required • The receiver does not support a network
to use the network function of the receiver. connection with transmission speeds of
1 Gbps or greater.
A Broadband line connection
A Broadband line connection to the Internet is LAN cable (CAT5)
required in order to enjoy Internet content or to • We recommend that you use this type of
use the software update function of the cable for a wired LAN.
receiver. Some flat-type LAN cables are easily
affected by noise. We recommend that you
Modem use normal-type cables.
This is the device that is connected to the • If the receiver is used in an environment in
broadband line to communicate with the which there is power supply noise from
Internet. Some of these devices are integrated electric products or in a noisy network
with the router. environment, use a shielded-type LAN
cable.

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 • Make sure that the total power consumption of the
equipment connected to the receiver’s AC
8: Preparing the receiver OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on

Getting Started
and the remote control the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage
electrical home appliances such as electric irons,
fans, or TVs to this outlet. This may cause a
malfunction.
Connecting the AC power cord
(mains lead)
Turning on the receiver
Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains
lead) to the AC IN terminal on the receiver ?/1
firmly, then connect the AC power cord (mains
lead) to a wall outlet.

AC OUTLET

Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

You can also turn on the receiver using ?/1 on
the remote control.
AC IN terminal When you turn off the receiver, press ?/1
again. “STANDBY” flashes on the display
window. Do not disconnect the AC power cord
To the wall outlet (mains lead) while “STANDBY” is flashing.
This may cause a malfunction.
AC power cord
(mains lead) To save the power in standby
(supplied)
mode
Set “Control for HDMI” (page 114), “Pass
Through” (page 114), “Network Standby”
(page 116), and “RS232C Control” (page 120)
A several space is left between the plug and the to “Off” or “Auto” (for “Pass Through” only),
rear panel even when the power cord (mains and turn off the power for zone 2/zone 3.
lead) is inserted firmly. The cord is supposed If “Control for HDMI” (page 114), “Pass
be connected this way. This is not malfunction. Through” (page 114), or “Network Standby”
(page 116) is set to “On,” or the power for zone
Notes 2 or zone 3 is turned on, the lamp above ?/1
• The AC OUTLET(s) on the rear of the receiver is a lights up in amber.
switched outlet, which supplies power to the
connected component only while the receiver is Note
turned on. The top of the receiver may become hot while the
• If the power for zone 2 or zone 3 is turned on, the receiver is in standby mode. This condition occurs
AC OUTLET(s) supplies power to the connected because current is flowing in the internal circuits of
component even when the receiver (main zone) is the receiver. This is not a malfunction.
in standby mode.

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 Inserting batteries into the
remote control
9: Setting up the receiver
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
using the Easy Setup
RM-AAU194 remote control. You can set the basic settings of the receiver
Observe the correct polarity when installing easily by operating the receiver in accordance
batteries. with the instructions on the TV screen.
Switch the input of the TV to the input to
which the receiver is connected.
When you turn on the receiver for the first
time, the EULA screen appears on the TV
screen. Agree to the EULA to proceed to the
Easy Setup screen, then set up the receiver in
accordance with the instructions on the Easy
RM-AAU194
Setup screen.
You can set up the following functions using
Notes the Easy Setup.
• Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot – Network Settings
or humid place.
– Input Settings
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of
– Home Control Settings
batteries. – Speaker Settings
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for an Tip
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
A check mark will be displayed to the right of any
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
function items that you have set up.
corrosion.

Notes on Speaker Settings (Auto

Calibration)
Insert the plug of the optimizer microphone all
the way inside the AUTO CAL MIC jack.

Confirm active subwoofer setup

• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
subwoofer and turn up the volume prior to
activating the subwoofer. Turn the LEVEL
knob to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with the
crossover frequency function, set the value
to maximum.

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• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto connecting other types of speakers, set it to
standby function, set it to off (deactivated). “4 Ω.”
• When you connect front speakers to both the

Getting Started
FRONT A and FRONT B terminals,
connect the speakers with a nominal
impedance of 8 ohms or higher.
– When you connect speakers with
impedance of 16 ohms or higher in both
Notes “A” and “B” configuration:
• Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer Set “Speaker Impedance” to “8 Ω” in the
you are using, the setup distance value may be Speaker Settings menu.
different from the actual position. – For other types of speakers in other
• If you perform “Speaker Settings (Auto configurations:
Calibration)” using the Easy Setup, the Set “Speaker Impedance” to “4 Ω” in the
measurement results will be overwritten and saved Speaker Settings menu.
on the currently selected position (“Pos.1” is
selected as the factory default setting).
To select the front speakers
Tips
You can select the front speakers you want to
• Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
drive.
However, there will be no problems even if you SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF)
continue to use the receiver with that value.
• Depending on the speakers, “Out Phase” may
appear even if there is no problem with the speaker
connection. This is caused by the speaker
specifications, and there will no problems even if
you continue to use the speakers.

When you connect two

subwoofers to the receiver Press SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF)
If you cannot obtain measurement results of repeatedly to select the front speaker
the “Auto Calibration” function correctly, system you want to drive.
depending on the environment, or you want to You can confirm which set of terminals (A or
make fine adjustments, you can set up the B) are selected by checking the indicators in
subwoofers manually. For details, see the display window.
“Speaker Setup” in the Speaker Settings menu
Indicators Selected speakers
(page 103).
The speakers connected to the
FRONT A terminals.
Notes on the speaker
The speakers connected to the
impedance FRONT B terminals.
• If you are not sure of the impedances of the
The speakers connected to both the
speakers, refer to the operating instructions FRONT A and FRONT B
supplied with your speakers. (This terminals (parallel connection).
information is often on the back of the
“SPEAKERS OFF” appears in the
speaker.) display window.
• When you connect speakers all with a No audio signals are output from any
nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher, set speaker terminals, or the PRE OUT
“Speaker Impedance” to “8 Ω.” When jacks.

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To use the receiver as a pre-
amplifier 10: Setting up connected
You can use the “Auto Calibration” function
when you use the receiver as a pre-amplifier. equipment
In this case, the distance value shown on the
display may differ from the actual distance To output multi-channel digital audio, check
value. However, there will be no problems, the digital audio output setting on the
even if you continue to use the receiver with connected equipment.
that value. For a Sony Blu-ray Disc Player, check that
“Audio (HDMI),” “DSD Output Mode,”
“Dolby Digital/DTS,” “Dolby Digital,” and
To cancel the measurement “DTS” are set to “Auto,” “On,” “Bitstream,”
process “Dolby Digital,” and “DTS,” respectively (as
The measurement process is cancelled by the of August 1, 2012).
following operations. For a PlayStation 3, after having connected the
– Turning the power off receiver with an HDMI cable, select the
– Changing the volume “Audio Output Settings” in “Sound Settings,”
– Switching inputs and select “HDMI” and “Automatic” (with
– Changing the setting of SPEAKERS (A/B/ system software version 4.21).
A+B/OFF) For details, refer to the operating instructions
– Connecting headphones supplied with the connected equipment.
Operations other than the above are not
allowed during the measurement process.

To set up the receiver manually

See “Adjusting Settings” (page 96).

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11: Preparing a computer Guide to on-screen

Getting Started
to use as a server display operation
A server is a device which delivers content You can display the menu of the receiver on
(music and photos) to a DLNA device on a the TV screen and select the function you want
home network. to use on the TV screen by pressing V/v/B/b
You can play back content stored on a and on the remote control.
computer on a home network with this receiver When you start operating the receiver, make
via that network after you have installed sure to press AMP on the remote control first.
application software* which has a DLNA Otherwise, operations that follow may not be
compliant server function. aimed at the receiver.
* If you use a Windows 7-based computer, use
Windows Media® Player 12 bundled with
Windows 7.
If you use a Windows 8-based computer, the new
UI system may not be able to recognize the AMP
receiver. If this occurs, switch the setting to
“Desktop UI.”
Input
buttons

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ INFO/
EXIT O OPTIONS
HOME

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 Overview of the home menu
Using the menu
Menu Description
1 Switch the input of the TV to the Watch Selects the video or photo
input to which the receiver is source to be input to the
receiver, or video or photo
connected. content to be delivered via
2 Press HOME.
USB jack, or photo content
to be delivered via a home
The home menu is displayed on the TV network (page 51).
screen. Listen Selects the music source to
be input to the receiver, or the
music content to be delivered
via Internet or a home
network (page 51). You can
also enjoy FM/AM radio of
the built-in receiver.
Favorites Displays the Internet content
added to the Favorites List.
You can save up to 18
3 Press B/b repeatedly to select
favorite Internet content
items (page 56).
the menu you want, then press
Lighting Enables you to control and
to enter the menu mode. operate registered lighting
The menu item list appears on the TV devices (page 73).
screen. Easy Automation Enables you to save various
settings with the receiver and
Example: When you select “Watch.” recalling the settings all at
one time (page 71).
Sound Effects Enables you to enjoy sound
development provided by
various Sony proprietary
technologies or functions
(page 61).
Settings Enables you to adjust the
settings of the receiver
(page 96).
Tip
When “OPTIONS” appears in the lower right
portion of the screen, you can display the function
list by pressing INFO/OPTIONS and selecting a
related function.

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press HOME to display the home menu,
then press HOME again.

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 3 Turn on the equipment and
start playback.
Enjoying images/sound
When a Sony BD/DVD player or other
device is equipped with the IR blaster,
Enjoying images/sound you can turn them on or off. (Operation of
all the devices is not guaranteed.)
from connected

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equipment 4 Press VOL +/– to adjust the
volume.

To select the input source

You can turn the INPUT SELECTOR dial on
ZONE
the receiver or press the input buttons on the
remote control to select the equipment you
want.
Input To select the input source for zone 2 or zone 3,
buttons
press ZONE SELECT on the receiver or
ZONE on the remote control to select zone 2
or zone 3 first (“ZONE 2 [input name]” or
“ZONE 3 [input name]” appears on the display
window).
Tips
You can adjust the volume differently using the
MASTER VOLUME knob on the receiver or the
V/v/B/b, VOL +/– button on the remote control.
• To turn the volume up or down quickly
– Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob quickly.
– Press and hold the VOL +/– button.
HOME
• To make fine adjustment
– Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob slowly.
– Press the VOL +/– button and release it
VOL immediately.

To activate the muting function

MUTING
Press MUTING on the remote control. To
cancel, press MUTING on the remote control
again or press VOL + to raise the volume. If
1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from you turn the receiver off while the sound is
the home menu, then press . muted, the muting selection is cancelled.
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen. To avoid damaging your
2 Select the equipment you want,
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
then press .
down the volume level.

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 Notes
USB Device/WALKMAN • Do not remove the USB device during operation.
To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB
device, turn the receiver off when removing the
You can play video/music/photo files on the USB device.
connected USB device. • If you connect a WALKMAN to the receiver,
For playable types of files, see “Network/ operate the WALKMAN using the remote control
USB” (page 23). of the receiver the same way you do when you
connect other USB devices to the receiver. You
1 Connect the USB device to the cannot use the controls on the WALKMAN.
(USB) port on the receiver. • Some USB devices may not work with this
receiver.
Refer to the operating instructions of the
• The receiver can recognize Mass Storage Class
USB device before connecting. (MSC) devices (such as flash memory or an HDD)
(front USB jack only).

USB device

2 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from

the home menu, then press .

3 Select “My Video,” “My Music,”

or “My Photo,” then press .
Note
If no picture is output, change the setting for
“Playback Resolution” (page 112).

4 Select “USB device (front),”

then press .
The folders and video/music/photo files
are listed on the TV screen.

5 Press V/v/B/b and to select

the file that you want to play.
The image or sound from the USB device
is played on the receiver.

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 4 Select “iPod (front),” then press
iPod/iPhone .
The video/music files are listed on the TV
You can enjoy the music/video/photo and screen.
charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the If you select “iPod (front)” on “My
receiver. Photo,” select a photo file using the

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For details on the compatible iPod/iPhone controls on the iPod/iPhone (you do not
models with this function, see page 53. need to proceed to step 5).
Note 5 Press V/v/B/b and to select
You cannot use headphones during playback. the file that you want to play.
1 Connect the iPod/iPhone to the The image or sound from the iPod/iPhone
(USB) port on the receiver. is played back on the receiver.
You can operate the iPod/iPhone using
the buttons on the remote control.
For operation details of the iPod/iPhone,
also refer to the operating instructions of
the iPod/iPhone.

Made for iPod/iPhone models

The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as
follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the
iPod/iPhone latest software before using with the receiver.
(not supplied)
Compatible models are as follows:
• iPod touch
iPod touch (4th generation)/iPod touch (3rd
generation)/iPod touch (2nd generation)
• iPod nano
iPod nano (6th generation)/iPod nano (5th
generation) (video camera)/iPod nano (4th
generation) (video)/iPod nano (3rd
generation) (video)
• iPod
Apple Composite AV Cable iPod classic
(not supplied)
• iPhone
iPhone 4S/iPhone 4/iPhone 3GS/iPhone 3G
2 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from
the home menu, then press . To operate the iPod/iPhone
using the remote control
3 Select “My Video,” “My Music,”
You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the
or “My Photo,” then press . buttons on the remote control. The following
Note table shows an example of buttons that can be
If no picture is output, change the setting for used. (Depending on the iPod/iPhone model,
“Playback Resolution” (page 112). the operation may be different.)

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For “My Video”/“My Music”
Press Operation Home Network (DLNA)
N Starts play.
You can play music/photo files on other
X Pauses play. DLNA-certified devices by connecting them to
x Stops play. your home network.
m or M Fast reverses or forwards. This receiver can be used as a player and
renderer.
. or > Goes to the previous/next file or
chapter (if any). • Server: Stores and sends files.
• Player: Receives and plays files from the
For “My Photo” server.
• Renderer: Receives and plays files from the
Press Operation
server, and can be operated by another
N, X Starts/pauses play. device (controller).
x Pauses play. • Controller: Operates the renderer
component.
m or M Fast reverses or forwards.
. or > Goes to the previous/next file.
Preparations for using the
Notes DLNA function
• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/iPhone • Connect the receiver to your home network
from this receiver.
(page 44).
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that
• Prepare other DLNA-certified equipment.
data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged
when using an iPod/iPhone connected to this For details, refer to the operating
receiver. instructions of the equipment.
• This product has been designed specifically to
work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to 1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from
meet Apple performance standards. the home menu, then press .
• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation.
To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/ 2 Select “My Music” or “My
iPhone, turn the receiver off when connecting or Photo,” then press .
removing the iPod/iPhone.
• When you connect an iPod that is not compatible Note
with the video output function and select “iPod If no picture is output, change the setting for
(front)” in “My Video” or “My Photo,” an alert “Playback Resolution” (page 112).
message appears on the TV screen.
3 Select the DLNA server icon,
Tips then press .
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the
receiver while the receiver is turned on. The folders and music/photo files are
• The receiver can recognize up to 3,000 files listed on the TV screen.
(including folders).
4 Press V/v/B/b and to select
the file that you want to play.
The image or sound from the DLNA
server is played back on the receiver.

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To play remote files by operating the receiver (Renderer) via a DLNA
controller
You can operate the receiver with a DLNA-certified controller, such as Windows Media®
Player 12, when playing files stored on a DLNA server.

Enjoying images/sound
Computer This receiver
(server, controller) (renderer)

Control this receiver using a DLNA controller.

For details of operation, see the operating
instructions of the DLNA controller.
Note
Do not operate the receiver with the supplied remote
control and a DLNA controller at the same time.

Tip
The receiver is compatible with the “Play To”
function of Windows Media® Player 12 that comes
standard with Windows 7.

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 B Playing status bar
Internet content Status bar, cursor indicating the current
position, playing time, duration of the
content file
You can play back a variety of Internet content
using the receiver. C Network condition indicator
D Network transmission speed
1 Connect the receiver to a E The next content file name
network (page 44).
F The currently selected content file name
2 Select “Listen” from the home
menu, then press .
Registering your favorite
3 Select “Internet Music,” then content
press .
You can register your favorite Internet content
The Internet content screen appears. in “Favorites List.”
Note
If no picture is output, change the setting for
1 Display the Internet content
“Playback Resolution” (page 112). screen.

4 Select an Internet content 2 Select an Internet content

provider icon, then press . provider icon you want to
If the Internet content list has not been register in Favorites List, then
retrieved, it will be represented by an press INFO/OPTIONS.
unacquired icon or a new icon.
3 Select “Add to Favorites,” then
Note press .
The Internet content is subject to being suspended or
changed without notice.
To remove content from
Favorites List
To use the control panel
The control panel appears when the Internet 1 Press FAVORITES.
content file starts playing. The displayed items The Favorites List appears.
may differ, depending on Internet content 2 Select an Internet content provider icon
providers.
you want to remove from Favorites List,
To display again, press DISPLAY.
then press INFO/OPTIONS.
3 Select “Remove from Favorites,” then
press .

A Control display
Press V/v/B/b or for playback
operations.

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Available options
Item Details FM/AM
Favorites List Displays the Favorites List.
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
Add to Favorites Adds Internet content to the through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
Favorites List.
make sure you have connected the FM and

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Remove from Removes Internet content AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver
Favorites from the Favorites List. (page 40).

1 Select “Listen” from the home

menu, then press .

2 Select “FM/AM,” then press .

FM/AM screen
You can select and operate each item on the
screen by pressing V/v/B/b and .

A Band switch (page 58)

B Frequency indication (page 58)
C Preset station list (page 59)
D Preset station name (page 59)

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 2 Press V/v.
V scans from lower to higher frequency
?/1 stations and v for scanning higher to
SHIFT lower.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
Numeric
buttons
D.TUNING
In case of poor FM stereo
reception
1 Tune in the station you want to listen to
using Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning, or
select the preset station you want
(page 59).
2 Press INFO/OPTIONS.
V/v/B/b, The options menu appears.

RETURN/ INFO/
Note
EXIT O OPTIONS You can set “FM Mode” in the options menu
HOME when the frequency indication is selected, or
when called for in another situation.

3 Select “FM Mode,” then press .

4 Select “Monaural,” then press .
Toggling between FM and AM
radio
Tuning into a station directly
1 Select “Listen” from the home (Direct Tuning)
menu, then press .
Enter the frequency of a station directly by
2 Select “FM/AM,” then press . using the numeric buttons on the remote
The FM/AM screen appears. control.

3 Select the band switch. 1 Press SHIFT, then press

D.TUNING on the FM/AM
4 Press V/v to select “FM” or screen.
“AM,” then press .
2 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the frequency, then press
Tuning to a station .
automatically (Auto Tuning) Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5
1 Select the frequency indication Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
on the FM/AM screen. Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
Tips
• Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna
(aerial) for optimum reception upon tuning to an
AM station.

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• The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below. 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to program
– FM band 100 kHz another station.
– AM band 10 kHz*
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 60). You can store stations as follows:
• FM band: FM1 to FM30
• AM band: AM1 to AM30
If you cannot tune to a station
“– – – .– – MHz” or “– – – – kHz” appears and

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then the display returns to the current Tuning to preset stations
frequency.
Make sure you have entered the right 1 Select “Listen” from the home
frequency. If not, repeat step 2. If you still menu, then press .
cannot tune to a station, the frequency may not
be in use in your area. 2 Select “FM/AM,” then press .

3 Select the preset number from

Programming FM/AM radio the list, then press .
stations Preset numbers from 1 to 30 are available.

You can program up to 30 FM and 30 AM

stations as your favorite stations as preset To name preset stations (Name
stations. Input)
1 Select the preset number on which you
1 Tune to the station that you want to name.
want to program using Auto
Tuning (page 58) or Direct 2 Press INFO/OPTIONS.
Tuning (page 58). The options menu appears.
In case of poor FM stereo reception, 3 Select “Name Input,” then press .
switch the FM reception mode (page 58). The soft keyboard appears on the screen.

2 Press INFO/OPTIONS. 4 Press V/v/B/b and to select a

character one by one to enter the
The options menu appears.
name.
Note
You can set “Preset Memory” in the options
5 Select “Enter,” then press .
menu when the frequency indication is The name you entered is registered.
selected, or when called for in another
situation. To cancel naming input
3 Select “Preset Memory,” then Press RETURN/EXIT O or HOME.
press .

4 Select a preset number, then

press .
The station is stored as the selected preset
number.

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Changing the AM tuning scale
You can change the AM tuning scale to either
9 kHz or 10 kHz on the receiver.
All preset stations will be erased when you
change the tuning scale.
?/1

TUNING

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down TUNING,

press ?/1 on the receiver.

3 Change the current AM tuning

scale to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz).
To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
repeat the procedure above.

Available options
Item Details
FM Mode Switches the FM reception
mode to stereo or monaural.
Preset Memory Stores a radio station on a
specific preset number.
Name Input Names a preset station.

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 Enjoying Sound Effects

Selecting the sound field

1 Select “Sound Effects,” from the home menu, then press .

2 Select “Sound Field,” then press .

3 Select the sound field you want.

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Playing back with 2-channel sound
You can switch the output sound to 2-channel sound regardless of the recording formats of the
software you are using, the playback equipment connected, or the sound field settings of the
receiver.
2CH mode Effect
2ch Stereo 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 channels.
2ch Analog Direct You can switch the audio of the selected input to 2 channel analog input. This
function enables you to enjoy high quality analog sources.
When using this function, only the volume and front speaker level can be
adjusted.

To listen to music through headphones connected to the receiver

Sound field Effect
Headphone (2ch) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones and when the mode
other than “2ch Analog Direct” is selected. Standard 2 channel stereo sources
completely bypass the sound field processing and multi-channel surround
formats are downmixed to 2 channels.
Headphone (Direct) Outputs analog signals without processing by tone, sound field, etc. This mode
is selected automatically if the “2ch Analog Direct” option is selected.
Headphone (Multi) This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones when “MULTI IN”
is selected. Outputs the front analog signals from the MULTI CHANNEL
INPUT jacks.

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Playing back with multi-channel surround
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 or monaural sound as multi-channel sound.
A.F.D. mode Effect
A.F.D. Auto Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without adding any surround
effects.
Multi Stereo Outputs 2 channel left/right or monaural signals from all speakers.

Tip
We recommend “A.F.D. Auto.”

Enjoying a surround effect for movies

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed
sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.
Sound field Effect
HD-D.C.S. HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD-D.C.S.) is Sony’s new innovative home theater
technology using the latest acoustic and digital signal processing technologies.
It is based on the precise response measurement data of a mastering studio.
With HD-D.C.S., you are able to enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with
not only the high quality of sound, but also the best sound ambience, just as the
movie’s sound engineer intended in the mastering process.
You can select the effect type for HD-D.C.S. For details, see “About the effect
type for HD-D.C.S.” (page 63).
Movie Height Raises the sound image of the center speaker to the inside of the screen using
the front high speakers. Suitable especially when the center speaker is placed
under a large screen, etc. Even without front high speakers, this processing can
be performed using virtual speakers.
PLII 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 for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.
PLIIx Movie Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding. This setting expands
Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 7.1 movie channels.
PLIIz Height Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting can expand a source
sound into up to 9.1 channels to which a vertical component is applied, and
gives a dimension of presence and depth. “PLIIz Height” is the same sound
field as that is described on page 64. You can adjust the gain level for “PLIIz
Height.” For details, see “About the gain level for PLIIz Height” (page 65).
Neo:X Cinema Performs DTS Neo:X Cinema mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 to 7.1
channel format is enhanced up to 9.1 channels.

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About the effect type for HD-
D.C.S.
HD-D.C.S. has three different types:
Dynamic, Theater, and Studio. Each type has
different reflection and reverberation sound
mixture levels and is optimized to match a
listener’s room uniqueness, taste and mood.

x Dynamic
The “Dynamic” setting is suitable for an
environment which is reverberant but lacks a

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spacious feeling (where sound absorption is
not sufficient). This setting emphasizes the
reflection of sound and reproduces the sound
of a large, classical movie theater. Thus, the
spacious feeling of a dubbing theater is
emphasized and a unique acoustic field is
created.

x Theater
Factory default setting. The “Theater” setting
is suitable for a general living room. This
setting reproduces the reverberation of sound
just like in a movie theater (dubbing theater).
It is most appropriate for watching content
recorded on a Blu-ray Disc when you want the
atmosphere of a movie theater.

x Studio
The “Studio” setting is suitable for a living
room with the appropriate sound equipment.
This setting reproduces the reverberation of
sound provided when a theatrical sound source
is remixed for a Blu-ray Disc to a volume level
suitable for home use. The level of reflection
and reverberation of sound is kept to the
minimum. However, dialogues and surround
effects are reproduced vividly.

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Enjoying a surround effect for music
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-
programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of concert halls into your
home.
Sound field Effect
Berlin Philharmonic Hall Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Berlin Philharmonic Hall. You can
also adjust the effect level. For details, see “About the effect level for Concert
Hall” (page 65). Also works automatically in conjunction with reception of the
“The Berliner Philharmoniker’s Digital Concert Hall” Internet service.
Concertgebouw Amsterdam Reproduces the sound characteristics produced by reflectivity of a concert hall
in Amsterdam, Netherlands, which features a large sound stage. You can also
adjust the effect level. For details, see “About the effect level for Concert Hall”
(page 65).
Musikverein Vienna Reproduces the sound characteristics of a concert hall in Vienna, Austria,
which features a resonant and unique reverberation sound. You can also adjust
the effect level. For details, see “About the effect level for Concert Hall”
(page 65).
Vocal Height Raises the sound image using the front high speakers. This setting is
appropriate to watching music content accompanied by a display on a large
screen. Even without front high speakers, this processing can be performed
using virtual speakers.
Jazz Club Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Live Concert Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Stadium Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Sports Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.
Portable Audio Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device.
This mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed music.
PLII Music Perform Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for
normal stereo sources such as CDs.
PLIIx Music Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for
normal stereo sources such as CDs.
PLIIz Height Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode decoding. This setting can expand a source
sound into up to 9.1 channels to which a vertical component is applied, and
gives a dimension of presence and depth. “PLIIz Height” is the same sound
field as that is described on page 62. You can adjust the gain level for “PLIIz
Height.” For details, see “About the gain level for PLIIz Height” (page 65).
Neo:X Music Performs DTS Neo:X Music mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 to 7.1
channel format is enhanced up to 9.1 channels.
Neo:X Game Performs DTS Neo:X Game mode decoding. A source recorded in 2 to 7.1
channel format is enhanced up to 9.1 channels.

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About the effect level for speaker pattern you select, or with audio
Concert Hall formats.
You can set the reverberation level for the • The receiver may play back signals at a
following sound fields: lower sampling frequency than the actual
– Berlin Philharmonic Hall sampling frequency of the input signals,
– Concertgebouw Amsterdam depending on the audio format.
– Musikverein Vienna • “PLIIx Movie/Music,” “PLIIz Height,”
“Vocal Height,” and “Movie Height” may
x Low not appear, depending on the speaker pattern
Turns down the reverberation volume level. and Virtual Front High settings you select.
• Some speakers or the subwoofer may not

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x Mid output sound, depending on the sound field
Sets the reverberation volume level to the setting.
factory default. • If there is any noise present, the noise may
be different, depending on the sound field
x High you select.
Turns up the reverberation volume level. • “Neo:X (Cinema/Music/Game)” does not
work when signals with a sampling
About the gain level for PLIIz frequency of 32 kHz are being received.
Height
You can adjust the gain level of the front height
channels for Pro Logic IIz mode (common for
movie and music).

x Low
No gain will be applied.

x Mid
+3 dB will be applied (factory default setting).

x High
+5 dB will be applied.

Notes on the sound fields

• Depending on the country or region, the
“Berlin Philharmonic Hall” Internet service
may not be available.
• The sound fields do not work when “MULTI
IN” is selected.
• You cannot select “2ch Analog Direct” when
you play back content via a USB device, a
home network, or Internet content.
• “Multi Stereo” does not work when multi-
channel audio signals are being received.
• The sound fields for movie and music may
not work, depending on the input or the

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Using the Sound Adjusting the equalizer
Optimizer function You can use following parameters to adjust the
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of front,
The Sound Optimizer function imparts a sense surround/surround back and front high
of presence and intensity of sound to playback speakers.
of high volume sound, regardless of the
volume level of the receiver. Bass Treble
You can enjoy clear and dynamic sound even
at low volumes late at night. Level
(dB)
The optimum effect to suit your environment
is obtained by taking advantage of the “Auto
Frequency
Calibration” function. (Hz)

1 Select “Settings” from the For the center speaker, you can also adjust the
home menu, then press . middle level:
2 Select “Audio Settings,” then Bass Mid Treble

press .
Level
3 Select “Sound Optimizer,” then (dB)

press . Frequency
(Hz)
4 Select “Normal” or “Low,” then
press .
The Sound Optimizer function is activated. To
1 Select “Settings” from the
adjust for the reference level of a movie, select
home menu, then press .
“Normal.” To adjust for a CD or other software
whose average sound pressure level is
2 Select “Audio Settings,” then
press .
processed highly, select “Low.” You can also
set the Sound Optimizer function to “Normal”
or “Low,” and “Off” using SOUND
3 Select “Equalizer,” then press
.
OPTIMIZER on the receiver.
Notes 4 Select “Front,” “Center,” “SUR/
• This function does not work in the following cases. SB,” or “Front High,” then press
– “MULTI IN” is selected. .
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
– Headphones are being used. 5 Select “Bass,” “Mid” (for the
• The receiver may play back signals at a lower “Center” speaker only), or
sampling frequency than the actual sampling
“Treble.”
frequency of the input signals, depending on the
audio format.
6 Adjust the gain, then press .
Tip
Notes
By using the equalizer function and adjusting all the
• This function does not work in the following cases.
speakers at one time, you can make fine adjustments
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
with the Sound Optimizer.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
• Frequencies for Bass, Treble, and Mid are fixed.

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To adjust all the speakers at one
time (All EQ Adjustment)
You can adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble)
of all the speakers at one time.
1 Select “Settings” from the home menu,
then press .
2 Select “Audio Settings,” then press .
3 Select “Equalizer,” then press .

Enjoying Sound Effects

4 Select “All,” then press .
5 Select “Bass” or “Treble,” then press
.
6 Adjust the gain, then press .
Note
Depending on the equalizer setting for each channel,
the actual levels set with the All EQ Adjustment may
be lower or higher than the specified values.

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 Using the Universal Remote Operating the AV
Control Function equipment
Press the appropriate button on the
Selecting the equipment remote control to operate the
you want to operate equipment.
The receiver will transmit infrared commands
By using the remote control supplied with the to operate the selected AV equipment via the
receiver, you can control AV equipment, such IR blaster connected to the IR REMOTE OUT
as a Blu-ray Disc player. You should make jack.1) 2)
connections and settings in advance. For
1)
details, see “5: Connecting the IR blaster” You should make necessary connections and
(page 42) and “Making Universal Remote settings in advance.
2)
Control settings” (page 70). Depending on the equipment and settings, some
buttons or functions may not work.
1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” on
the home menu, then press . Refer to the next table for the available buttons
to operate the equipment.
2 Select the equipment you want
to operate, then press .
The selected equipment is turned on, and
the receiver is switched to the input from
that equipment. Depending on the
equipment and settings, the monitor is
also turned on.
Tips
• You can turn the INPUT SELECTOR dial on the
receiver to select the equipment you want to
operate. To select equipment in zone 2 or zone 3,
press ZONE SELECT on the receiver. (“ZONE 2
[input name]” or “ZONE 3 [input name]” appears
on the display window of the front panel.)
• You can also press the input buttons on the remote
control to select the equipment you want to
operate. To select equipment in zone 2 or zone 3,
press ZONE on the remote control first.

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Table of buttons available to operate the equipment
Equipment Category TV Projector Blu-ray Disc Cable box Disc Changer Satellite VCR/MD/ CD
Player/DVD Receiver Camcorder
Button player/Game
Numeric buttons z z z z z z z
GUIDE z z z z z z z
Color buttons z z z
INFO/OPTIONS z z z z z z z
RETURN/EXIT z z z z z z z
V/v/B/b, z z z z z z z z
./> z z z z z z
m/M z z z z z z
N, X, x z z z z z z

Using the Universal Remote Control Function

CH +/– z z z z z z
MENU z z z z z z z z
PAGE +/– z z
z z z z

Note
The above buttons are typically set so they are available to operate the equipment. Depending on the equipment
and/or settings, some of the buttons may not work.

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 4 Select “TV Control” to set up a
Turning off all connected TV or projector. Select “AV
Equipment Control” to set up a
equipment player.
(ROOM OFF) 5 Follow the on-screen
By pressing just one button, you can turn off
instructions to set up the
the zone and the equipment in that zone all at equipment.
once. Note
The receiver remembers which pieces of This function downloads settings for each piece of
equipment it has turned on. When ROOM OFF equipment from a server on the Internet. To perform
is pressed, the receiver turns them all off. these operations, the receiver should be connected to
Pieces of equipment that you have turned on the Internet.
manually without using the receiver will
remain on.

ROOM
OFF

Press ROOM OFF.

Making Universal
Remote Control settings
With the TV Control or AV Equipment
Control wizard, you can make settings
required for Universal Remote Control of the
AV equipment you want to use.
The remote control is initially set to operate
Sony products.

1 Press HOME.

2 Select “Settings,” then press

.

3 Select “Home Control

Settings,” then press .

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 Using the Home Automation
Function

Saving various settings

for the receiver and
recalling those settings
all at one time
(Easy Automation)
As well as the settings for the receiver
operations, you can save various settings with
the player, monitor, lighting, or curtain
conditions at home, according to your

Using the Home Automation Function

listening and viewing style. You can register
those settings for “one-touch” operation, and
then recall the environment created with the
settings easily, so you can enjoy listening and
viewing at home.
For example, by saving the settings in the
“1: Movie” scene as follows, you can switch
the settings of the receiver all at one time by a
simple, one-touch operation without switching
each setting for “Input,” “Calibration Type,” EASY
AUTOMATION
“Sound Field,” and “HDMI Out,” individually.
Setting item Value set for “1: Movie” The items for which you can save settings and
Input BD the default values for each item are as follows.
Calibration Type No Change Setting Default value
Sound Field HD-D.C.S. item
1: Movie 2: Music 3: Party 4: Night
HDMI Out HDMI OUT B Input BD SA-CD/ No No
Party Mode ON CD Change Change

Lighting Scenes Scene 5 Tuner – – – –

Preset
Player Play Play Play –
Operation
Interval 30s 10s 10s –
Sound HD- Berlin Multi No
Field D.C.S. Philharmonic Stereo Change
Hall
Sleep No No Off 30 min.
Change Change
Volume No No –10 dB –30 dB
Change Change

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Setting Default value “3: Party,” or “4: Night,” then
item
1: Movie 2: Music 3: Party 4: Night press INFO/OPTIONS.
HDMI Out No
Change
No
Change
No
Change
No
Change
3 Select the menu you want, then
press .
Party Mode No No On No
Change Change Change
Menu Explanation
Calibration No No No No
Type Change Change Change Change Edit a saved Allows you to customize and save
Scene the settings to suit your
Sound No No Off Normal preferences.
Optimizer Change Change
Import Current Loads the present settings of the
Equalizer No No No No Settings receiver and saves those settings
(All) Change Change Change Change with the Scene. “Input” and
“Volume” are set to “No Change.”
Equalizer No No No No
(Front) Change Change Change Change Notes
Equalizer No No No No • Settings items saved as “No Change” are not
(Center) Change Change Change Change changed from the present settings even when you
Equalizer No No No No recall the Scene. Select “Edit a saved Scene,” then
(SUR/SB) Change Change Change Change uncheck the box for a setting item on the edit
Equalizer No No No No screen to set “No Change.”
(Front Change Change Change Change • When you recall the Scene, the settings that cannot
High) be applied are ignored (e.g., the value for “Sound
Main Zone No No No No Field” when “MULTI IN” is selected, etc.).
12V Change Change Change Change • When any of the setting items “Main Zone 12V
Trigger
Trigger,” “Zone2 12V Trigger,” or “Zone3 12V
Zone2 12V No No No No Trigger” is set to either “ON” or “OFF” rather than
Trigger Change Change Change Change “No Change,” the “12V Trigger” of Zone Setup for
Zone3 12V No No No No each zone will be changed to “Ctrl” automatically.
Trigger Change Change Change Change
Tip
Lighting Scene2 Scene3 Scene1 Scene2
Scenes All Off 50% On All On All Off You can recall the setting(s) saved for “1: Movie” or
“2: Music” directly by pressing EASY
AUTOMATION 1 or EASY AUTOMATION 2 on
Recalling the settings saved to the receiver or the remote control. You can also
overwrite “1: Movie” or “2: Music” with the present
the Scene settings by holding down EASY AUTOMATION 1
or EASY AUTOMATION 2 for 3 seconds in the
1 Select “Easy Automation” from same way as you do when you select “Import
the home menu, then press . Current Settings” from the menu.

2 Select a Scene you want, then

press .

Saving the settings to a Scene

1 Select “Easy Automation” from
the home menu, then press .

2 Select a Scene for which you

want to save settings among
from “1: Movie,” “2: Music,”

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 Selecting a lighting scene
Lighting Control
You can operate Control4-compatible lighting
1 Select “Lighting” on the home
menu.
devices in your home via the on-screen GUI
with the supplied remote control, or via “ES The lighting devices available are
Remote” on your iPod touch/iPhone/Android displayed.
smart phone. You can turn those devices on or
off, or adjust their lighting level. You can also
2 Press INFO/OPTIONS.
save your favorite settings as scenes and call The Lighting Scenes list appears.
up them quickly.
To enjoy Lighting Control, connect the
3 Select the desired lighting
supplied Lighting Control Adapter
scene with V/v then press .
(UWA-C4Z) to the UWA-C4Z port on the rear Tip
of the receiver. Then prepare the Control4- To select a Lighting Scenes using the remote control,
compatible lighting devices, and set them up in press LIGHTING on the remote control. (The
advance. LIGHTING and SHIFT buttons light.) Then press
the appropriate numeric buttons, so that the receiver

Using the Home Automation Function

switches to the Lighting Scenes of the selected
Operating a lighting device number.

You can operate a lighting device from the

Lighting page on the on-screen GUI or from Setting up a lighting device
the remote control.
The Lighting Control wizard allows you to set
1 Select “Lighting” on the home up lighting devices.
menu.
The lighting devices available are
1 Select “Settings” from the
home menu, then press .
displayed.

2 Select the desired lighting

2 Select “Home Control
Settings,” then press .
device with V/v.

3 Turn the selected lighting

3 Select “Lighting Control,” then
press .
device on/off or adjust the
The Lighting Control wizard starts.
lighting level.
Turn the lighting device on or off: 4 Follow the on-screen
Press to turn on the lighting device so instructions to set up the
that “ON” is displayed. To turn it off, lighting device.
press again so that “OFF” is
displayed.
Adjust the lighting level:
Press B/b to move the cursor (b B) to
adjust the level. (for equipment that has a
“Dimmer” function.)

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Setting up a lighting scene
The Lighting Scenes wizard allows you to set
up a lighting scene. There are 10 preset
lighting scenes. You can set up a lighting scene
by overwriting a preset scene.

1 Select “Settings” from the

home menu, then press .

2 Select “Home Control

Settings,” then press .

3 Select “Lighting Scenes,” then

press .
The Lighting Scenes wizard starts and the
current lighting scenes list appears.

4 Select the lighting scene you

want to edit with V/v then press
.

5 Follow the on-screen

instructions to set each lighting
device.
Note
Do not remove the Lighting Control Adapter
while the receiver is turned on. Data may be
damaged and the receiver may become
inoperative. When you remove the receiver,
make sure that all the Lighting Control
Adapters have been removed using the Wizard
and then turn the receiver off (not in the
Network Standby mode, but in the mode
where the power of the receiver is turned
completely off).

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 When using an IR repeater (not supplied), you
can operate both a device in the main zone and
Using Multi-zone Features Sony receiver in zone 2 or zone 3 from zone 2
or zone 3 using the remote control.
What you can do with the Use an IR repeater when you install the
receiver in a place where signals from the
Multi-zone function remote control cannot reach.

You can enjoy images and sounds from a

device connected to the receiver in a zone
other than the main zone. For example, you
can watch the DVD in the main zone and listen
to the CD in zone 2 or zone 3.

Making a multi-zone connection

To output to zone 2: Signals from equipment connected to analog input jacks are output through
the ZONE 2 VIDEO/AUDIO OUT or ZONE 2 OUT component jacks. The ZONE 2 VIDEO/
AUDIO OUT or ZONE 2 OUT component jacks cannot output the signals from HDMI IN jacks.
To output the HDMI signals, use HDMI ZONE 2 OUT jacks.
To output to zone 3: Only signals from equipment connected to the analog input jacks are output

Using Multi-zone Features

through the ZONE 3 OUT jacks. No signals are output from equipment connected to only the
digital input jacks.

1: Zone 2 connections

1 Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the SURROUND

BACK (ZONE 2) terminals of the receiver.
Main zone Zone 2

STR-DA5800ES TV
monitor

IR REMOTE IN
A

B B
ZONE 2 VIDEO
OUT*

Remote control
SURROUND BACK
(ZONE 2)

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2 Outputs sound from speakers in zone 2 using the receiver and
another amplifier.
Setting the speakers in zone 2 is required (page 79).
Main zone Zone 2

B TV B
monitor

IR REMOTE IN
C
STR-DA5800ES

A
ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT*

ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT

Remote control

A IR repeater (not supplied)

B Speakers
C Other amplifier/receiver
* You can also connect to the ZONE 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack.

3 Making a zone 2 connection using HDMI

Outputs HDMI input video/audio signals in zone 2 using the HDMI ZONE 2 OUT jack of the
receiver.
Setting the HDMI output in zone 2 may be required (page 79).
Main zone Zone 2

B TV B
monitor

IR REMOTE IN
C
STR-DA5800ES

HDMI ZONE 2 OUT

Remote control

A IR repeater (not supplied)

B Speakers
C Other amplifier/receiver

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Note
You can connect the HDMI ZONE 2 OUT jack directly to a TV in zone 2 (without any amplifier/receiver). It
is recommended, however, that you connect a TV via an amplifier/receiver for higher audio/video capabilities,
reducing possible effects on the main zone. When you select the same HDMI input for both the main zone and
zone 2, the audio/video capabilities in the main zone will be limited in accordance with those in zone 2.

4 Making a zone 2 connection using ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (RJ-45

jack)
ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (RJ-45 jack) is used only for custom installation by a qualified person.
ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (RJ-45 jack) is a jack that sends a source video signal to the component
video input for zone 2. For details, consult your dealer.
Attention
Do not use this jack for an Ethernet LAN connection. Doing so may cause a malfunction. The router may be
damaged.

ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (RJ-45 jack) connection

The RJ-45 pinouts use the T568B standard. Refer to the illustration below.
Zone 2
Component Video Balun
CAV-CVB1

TV

Using Multi-zone Features

monitor

ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (RJ-45 jack) CAT5 cable Component video

cable

Note
CAV-CVB1 (Component Video Balun) must be used. Other types will cause trouble and may void your
warranty.

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CAT5 cable
Be sure to verify the CAT5 wiring connection is correct. Use Category 5e or Category 6 cable.

Pinout Wire color Pin No.

BLUE/Pb (R) White/Orange 1

RJ-45 connector BLUE/Pb (T) Orange 2
GREEN/Y (R) White/Green 3
GND Blue 4
+11V White/Blue 5
GREEN/Y (T) Green 6
RED/Pr (R) White/Brown 7
CAT5 cable
RED/Pr (T) Brown 8
BLUE/Pb (R) White/Orange 1
RJ-45 connector BLUE/Pb (T) Orange 2
GREEN/Y (R) White/Green 3
GND Blue 4
+11V White/Blue 5
GREEN/Y (T) Green 6
RED/Pr (R) White/Brown 7
RED/Pr (T) Brown 8

2: Zone 3 connections
Main zone Zone 3

B B

IR REMOTE IN C
STR-DA5800ES

ZONE 3 AUDIO OUT

Remote control

A IR repeater (not supplied)

B Speakers
C Other amplifier/receiver

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 Parameter Explanation
Setting the speakers in Fixed The volume control is fixed
to ±0 dB. Recommended
zone 2 when using a device with
the variable volume control.
When the speakers in zone 2 are connected to
the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) terminals
of the receiver (page 75), make the setting so
that the sound selected in zone 2 is output from Setting the HDMI output
the speakers connected to the SURROUND
BACK (ZONE 2) terminals.
in zone 2
For details, see “Speaker Connection” in the When equipment such as a TV or A/V
Speaker Settings menu (page 101). amplifier is connected to the HDMI ZONE 2
OUT jack, you can output HDMI signals from
the equipment in zone 2.
Set the volume control for For details, see “3 Making a zone 2
zone 2 connection using HDMI” (page 76).
You can set the volume control for the ZONE
2 AUDIO OUT jacks variable or fixed.
Setting the Zone2 HDMI output
1 Select “Settings” from the You can output the signals from HDMI IN
home menu, then press .

Using Multi-zone Features

jacks to Zone2 equipment via the HDMI
ZONE 2 OUT jacks as follows:
2 Select “Zone Settings,” then
press . 1 Select “Settings” from the
home menu, then press .
3 Select “Zone Setup,” then press
. 2 Select “HDMI Settings,” then
press .
4 Select “Line Out” for “Zone2,”
then press . 3 Select “Zone2 Out,” then press
.
5 Select the parameter you want,
then press . 4 Select “On,” then press .
Parameter Explanation Note
Variable The volume control is set to • When the Zone2 Out function is enabled, the
–40 dB initially. following functions are disabled:
When you select this – Control for HDMI (“BRAVIA” Sync)
parameter, the volume for – Fast View (Including Preview for HDMI: On)
the ZONE 2 AUDIO OUT
and the SURROUND
BACK (ZONE 2) terminals
can be changed in
conjunction with each other.
Recommended when using
a power amplifier.

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Setting the priority for the main
zone and zone 2
Switching the zone
When the Zone2 Out function is enabled and
setting of the remote
you select the same HDMI input for both the control
main zone and zone 2, there may be some
interference on the audio and video signals in The remote control is basically designed for
the main zone. To avoid possible interference, use in the main zone. The zone setting of the
you can place priority on the main zone for remote control is basically for use in zone 2. If
HDMI input selection. you want to use it in zone 3, switch the zone
setting of the remote control.
1 Select “Settings” from the
?/1
home menu, then press .
RM SET
2 Select “HDMI Settings,” then UP AMP
press . SHIFT ZONE
3 Select “Priority,” then press
. 2, 3

4 Select “Main Only,” then press

.
ENT/
MEM

1 Press ?/1 while pressing RM

SET UP.
The AMP and ZONE buttons flash.

2 Press ZONE.
The AMP button goes off, the ZONE
button keeps flashing and the SHIFT
button lights up.

3 Press the numeric button 2 for

the zone 2, or 3 for the zone 3
while the ZONE button is
flashing.
The ZONE button lights up.

4 Press ENT/MEM.
The ZONE button flashes twice and the
remote control switches to zone 2 or
zone 3 mode.

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 2 Press ZONE.
Operating the receiver The remote control switches to zone 2 or
zone 3. Change the zone setting of the
from another zone remote control to zone 2 or zone 3 in
advance (page 80).
(ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations)
You can operate the receiver from zone 2 or
3 Press ?/1.
zone 3. The procedures in this section describe The zone function is activated.
the operations when an IR repeater, useful for
multi-zone features, is connected. When an IR
4 Press one of the input buttons
on the remote control to select
repeater is not connected, use this receiver in
the main zone.
the source signals you want to
output.

5 Adjust to a suitable volume.

?/1
ZONE • In the case of illustration 1-1
(page 75), adjust the volume using VOL
+/– on the remote control.
Input
buttons • In the case of illustration 1-2 (page 76)
or 2 (page 78), adjust the volume using
the receiver in zone 2 or zone 3. If you
set “Line Out” for “Zone2” to

Using Multi-zone Features

SOURCE
“Variable,” you can also adjust the
volume in zone 2 using VOL +/– on the
remote control (page 79).

Available multi-zone operations

INPUT ZONE 2 1) ZONE 3 1)
2)
SOURCE a a
BD a
DVD a a
GAME a a
SAT/CATV a a
VIDEO 1 a a
VOL VIDEO 2 a a
VIDEO 3 a
VIDEO 4 a
1 Turn on the amplifier in zone 2 TV3)
or zone 3.
MD/TAPE a a
In the case of illustration 1-1 (page 75),
SA-CD/CD a a
skip this step.
4)
FM a a
AM4) a a
3)
PHONO
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INPUT ZONE 2 1) ZONE 3 1)
3)
MULTI IN
My Music5) a a
5) a a
My Video
My Photo5) a a
5)
Internet services a a
1)
For zone 2, HDMI signals, component video
signals, analog video and audio signals are output.
For zone 3, only analog audio signals are output.
When you select SOURCE, the signals of the
current input in the main zone are output.
2) When SOURCE is selected, the signals input to the

MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks is not output

from the ZONE 2 OUT or ZONE 3 OUT jacks
even when “MULTI IN” is selected.
3)
“TV,” “PHONO,” or “MULTI IN” can be selected
in the main zone only.
4) You can select either “FM” or “AM” from the

main zone, zone 2, or zone 3. When you want to

switch between “FM” and “AM” from zone 2 or
zone 3, select the appropriate zone using the
remote control, and then press TUNER repeatedly.
Every time you press the button, “FM” and “AM”
are switched. When different programs are
selected in multiple zones, the input you have
selected most recently is given preference.
5) Only when SOURCE is selected in zone 2 or

zone 3, you can enjoy the content, being viewed in

the main zone, in zone 2 or zone 3.

To finish the zone 2/zone 3

operation
Press ZONE, then press ?/1.
Tip
You can select a zone on the receiver. Press ZONE
SELECT repeatedly to select zone 2, zone 3 or the
main zone. Each time you press ZONE POWER, the
output signals for the selected zone will be turned on
or off.

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 • When you set “Zone2 Out” in the “HDMI
Settings” menu to “On,” you cannot use the
Using Other Features “Control for HDMI” function.

Using “BRAVIA” Sync We recommend that you connect the receiver

to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.
features Notes
• The following features may operate with non-Sony
equipment. However, compatibility with all non-
What is “BRAVIA” Sync? Sony equipment is not guaranteed.
– System Power-Off
“BRAVIA” Sync is the name of a function on
– One-Touch Play
Sony products that enables compatible – System Audio Control
equipment connected via HDMI cables to be • The following features are Sony proprietary
operated mutually using the “BRAVIA” functions. They cannot operate with non-Sony
remote control. equipment.
This mutual operation is enabled by the – Scene Select
Control for HDMI function using HDMI CEC – Home Theater Control
(Consumer Electronics Control) standardized • Equipment not compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync
for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia cannot activate these features.
Interface).
By connecting Sony equipment that are
compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an Preparing for the “BRAVIA”
HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is Sync
simplified as below:
To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, turn the Control
• System Power-Off (page 84)
for HDMI function on for both the receiver
• One-Touch Play (page 84)

Using Other Features

and the connected equipment.
• System Audio Control (page 84)
Turn the Control for HDMI function of the
• Audio Return Channel (ARC) (page 85)
receiver and the connected equipment on
• Scene Select (page 85)
individually.
• Home Theater Control (page 85)
• Remote Easy Control (page 85) 1 Select “Settings” from the
home menu, then press .
The Control for HDMI function
does not work in the following 2 Select “HDMI Settings,” then
cases: press .
• When you connect the receiver to a device
which does not correspond to the Sony
3 Select “Control for HDMI,” then
Control for HDMI function. press .
• When you connect the receiver and
equipment using other than an HDMI
4 Select “On,” then press .
connection. The Control for HDMI function of the
• The Control for HDMI function does not receiver is activated.
work on a device connected to the HDMI
OUT B jack of the receiver.

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5 Turn the Control for HDMI When you set “Pass Through” to “On,” or
function of the connected “Auto,” sound and image can be output only
equipment on. from the TV while the receiver remains in
standby mode.
For details on setting the connected
equipment, refer to its operating Start playback on the playback
instructions. equipment.
6 Repeat step 5 to set the Control
To use the One-Touch Play
for HDMI function and to
display the image of all the
function of the camcorder
playback equipment you want 1 Turn the Control for HDMI function on
to use. for both the receiver and your
camcorder.
Note
When you pull out the HDMI cable or change the 2 Connect your camcorder to one of the
connection, perform the steps above. HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, and IN 9 jacks
However, you do not need to perform these steps (page 35).
when you use an HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, or IN 9 If you use a Sony camcorder, the TV is
jack. turned on in conjunction with the receiver,
then the camcorder starts playback
automatically. If you use a non-Sony
System Power-Off camcorder, play back the camcorder
When you turn the TV off, using the power continuously.
button on the TV’s remote control, the receiver Notes
and the connected equipment turn off • Depending on the TV, the start of the content may
automatically. not appear.
• Connect equipment such as a Sony camcorder
Notes equipped with the One-Touch Play function simply
• Set the TV power supply interlock function to on by making an HDMI connection to the HDMI IN 1,
before using the System Power-Off function. For IN 2, IN 3, and IN 9 jacks. If you use other HDMI
details, refer to the operating instructions of the IN jacks, the receiver may not be switched to an
TV. appropriate input. In this case, manually select the
• Depending on the condition of the connected input to which the camcorder is connected.
equipment, the connected equipment may not be
turned off. For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the connected equipment.
• If you use the System Power-Off function with a
System Audio Control
non-Sony TV, program the remote control You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers
according to the maker of the TV. connected to the receiver by a simple
operation. You can also adjust the volume and
turn off the sound of the receiver using the
One-Touch Play TV’s remote control.
When you play back content on the equipment You can use the System Audio Control
connected to the receiver via an HDMI function as follows.
connection, the receiver is also turned on • The sound of the TV is output from the
automatically and is switched to the speakers connected to the receiver when you
appropriate HDMI input. turn the receiver on while the sound is being
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 the receiver, the sound is output from the TV Scene setting on the TV Sound field
speaker.
Graphics A.F.D. Auto
• When you adjust the TV volume, the System
Audio Control function adjusts the
receiver’s volume simultaneously.
Home Theater Control
You can also operate this function using the
TV menu. For details, refer to the operating If a “Home Theater Control”-compatible TV
instructions of the TV. is connected to the receiver, an icon for
Internet based applications appears on the
Note
When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” the
connected TV.
“Audio Out” settings in the HDMI Settings menu You can switch an input of the receiver or
will set automatically based on the System Audio switch sound fields by using your TV’s remote
Control settings. control. You can also adjust the level of the
center speaker or the subwoofer, or adjust the
settings of “Sound Optimizer” (page 66),
Audio Return Channel (ARC) “Dual Mono” (page 106), or “A/V Sync”
(page 107).
If the TV is compatible with the Audio Return To use the Home Theater Control function,
Channel (ARC), an HDMI cable connection your TV must be able to access a broadband
also sends a digital audio signal from the TV to service.
the receiver. You do not need to make a
separate audio connection for listening to TV
sound from the receiver. Remote Easy Control
For details, see “Switching between digital
and analog audio” (page 87). You can use the TV remote control to operate
the menu of the receiver.

Using Other Features

Select the receiver (AV AMP)
Scene Select recognized by the TV.
The optimum picture quality and sound field
Notes
are selected automatically according to the • The receiver is recognized as “Tuner (AV AMP)”
scene selected on your TV. by the TV.
For details on the operation, refer to the • Your TV must be compatible with the link menu.
operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the type of TV, some of operations
may not be available.
Note
The sound field may not switch depending on the
TV.

Correspondence table
Scene setting on the TV Sound field
Cinema HD-D.C.S.
Sports SPORTS
Music Live Concert
Animation A.F.D. Auto
Photo A.F.D. Auto
Game A.F.D. Auto

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Switching the monitors Outputting the HDMI
that output the HDMI signals even when the
video signals receiver is in standby
When you have two monitors connected to the mode
HDMI OUT A and HDMI OUT B jacks, you (Pass Through)
can switch the output for these two monitors
using the HDMI OUTPUT button on the You can output the video and audio signals
remote control. from the HDMI IN jack to the TV connected to
the HDMI OUT A jack even when the receiver
is in standby mode.
If you use this function while “Control for
HDMI” is set to “On,” the input of the receiver
is switched in accordance with the operation of
the connected equipment, even when the
receiver is in standby mode.
When you activate this function, make the
settings for “Pass Through” following the
steps below.
HDMI
OUTPUT 1 Select “Settings” from the
home menu, then press .

2 Select “HDMI Settings,” then

press .

3 Select “Pass Through,” then

press .
1 Turn on the receiver and the
two monitors. 4 Select the parameter you want,
then press .
2 Press HDMI OUTPUT.
Each time you press the button, the output Parameter Explanation
will be switched as follows: Auto When the TV is turned on
HDMI A t HDMI B t OFF t while the receiver is in
HDMI A… standby mode, the receiver
You can also use the HDMI OUT button outputs HDMI signals from
the receiver’s HDMI OUT A
on the receiver. jack. Sony recommends this
setting if you use a TV that
is compatible with
“BRAVIA” Sync. This
setting saves power in
standby mode compared
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 Parameter Explanation
On When the receiver is in Switching between
standby mode, the receiver
outputs HDMI signals from digital and analog audio
the receiver’s HDMI OUT A
jack. When you connect equipment to both digital
Off The receiver does not output and analog audio input jacks on the receiver,
HDMI signals when in you can fix the audio input mode to either of
standby mode. Turn on the them, or switch from one to the other,
receiver to enjoy the
connected equipment’s
depending on the type of material you intend
source on the TV. This to watch.
setting saves power in
INPUT SELECTOR
standby mode, compared
with the “On” setting. INPUT MODE

Notes
• The “Auto” setting is effective only when “Control
for HDMI” is set to “On.” If “Control for HDMI”
is set to “Off,” the receiver performs the same
operations in “Auto” as in “On.”
• In the standby status where other function such as
Network Standby works, the power consumption is
not reduced, even when “Pass Through” is set to
“Auto.” 1 Select the input source using
INPUT SELECTOR on the
receiver.

2 Press INPUT MODE on the

Using Other Features

receiver.
The selected audio input mode appears in
the display window.
• 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.
When TV input is selected, priority is
given to the Audio Return Channel
(ARC) signals. If your TV is not
compatible with Audio Return Channel
(ARC), the digital optical audio signals
are selected.
If the Control for HDMI functions of
both the receiver and the TV are not
activated, the Audio Return Channel
(ARC) function does not work.

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 • OPT 4 Select the audio and/or video
Appears only when an optical jack is signals you want to assign to
assigned to the input and selects the each input.
optical input jack automatically.
• COAX Notes
Appears only when a coaxial jack is • If you assign an input to any of the HDMI IN 1 to
assigned to the input and selects the IN 9 jacks in “Video Input Assign” or “Audio Input
Assign,” the same HDMI input jack is assigned to
coaxial input jack automatically.
both the video input and audio input. If you want to
• ANALOG assign an HDMI IN jack to either the video input or
Specifies the analog audio signals input audio input, first assign an input to any of the
to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. HDMI IN 1 to IN 9 jacks in “Video Input Assign”
or “Audio Input Assign.” Then, set the assignment
Notes
of an HDMI IN jack to “None” in either “Video
• Based on the input, “------” appears on the display
Input Assign” or “Audio Input Assign,” for
window, and other modes cannot be selected.
whichever one you do not want to assign an HDMI
• When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used, or
IN jack to.
“MULTI IN” is selected, audio input is set to
• When you operate the receiver without using the
“Analog.” You cannot select other modes.
GUI, you can change the assignment of an HDMI
IN jack using “HDMI VIDEO ASSIGN ?” or
“HDMI AUDIO ASSIGN ?” in “INPUT
Using other video/audio SETTINGS” (page 125).
• If you change the assignment of an HDMI IN jack
input jacks while the Control for HDMI function is being used,
switch the input of the receiver to the input to
which the HDMI equipment is connected.
You can reassign video and/or audio signals to
Otherwise the Control for HDMI function may not
another input jacks. work properly.
Example) Connect the OPTICAL OUT jack of • If you set the assignment of an HDMI IN jack to
the DVD player to the OPTICAL IN 1 jack of “None” in both “Video Input Assign” and “Audio
this receiver when you want to input the only Input Assign,” you cannot select the input signals
digital optical audio signals from the DVD via the HDMI input. In this case, the Control for
player. HDMI function works only on equipment other
Connect the component video jack of the DVD than the receiver. However, this is not malfunction.
player to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 or
COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 jacks of this
receiver when you want to input the video
signals from the DVD player.

1 Select “Settings” from the

home menu, then press .

2 Select “Input Settings,” then

press .

3 Select “Video Input Assign” or

“Audio Input Assign,” then
press .

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Input name BD DVD GAME SAT/ VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO MD/ SA-CD/ MULTI IN
CATV 1 2 3 4 TAPE CD
Assignable video COMPONENT IN 1
a a* a a a a a a a a a
input jacks (DVD)
COMPONENT IN 2
a a a a* a a a a a a a
(SAT/CATV)
HDMI IN 1
a a a a a* a a a a a a
(VIDEO 1)
HDMI IN 2 (BD) a* a a a a a a a a a a
HDMI IN 3
a a a a a a a a a a* a
(SA-CD/CD)
HDMI IN 4 (GAME) a a a* a a a a a a a a
HDMI IN 5 (DVD) a a* a a a a a a a a a
HDMI IN 6
a a a a* a a a a a a a
(SAT/CATV)
HDMI IN 7
a a a a a a a* a a a a
(VIDEO 3)
HDMI IN 8
a a a a a a a a* a a a
(VIDEO 4)
HDMI IN 9
a a a a a a* a a a a a
(VIDEO 2)
Assignable audio OPTICAL IN 1
a a a* a a a a a a a –
input jacks (GAME)
OPTICAL IN 2
a a a a* a a a a a a –
(SAT/CATV)
OPTICAL IN 3 (TV) a a a a a a a a a a –

Using Other Features

COAXIAL IN 1
a a* a a a a a a a a –
(DVD)
COAXIAL IN 2
a a a a a* a a a a a –
(VIDEO 1)
COAXIAL IN 3
a a a a a a a a a a –
(SA-CD/CD)
HDMI IN 1
a a a a a* a a a a a –
(VIDEO 1)
HDMI IN 2 (BD) a* a a a a a a a a a –
HDMI IN 3
a a a a a a a a a a –
(SA-CD/CD)
HDMI IN 4 (GAME) a a a* a a a a a a a –
HDMI IN 5 (DVD) a a* a a a a a a a a –
HDMI IN 6
a a a a* a a a a a a –
(SAT/CATV)
HDMI IN 7
a a a a a a a* a a a –
(VIDEO 3)
HDMI IN 8
a a a a a a a a* a a –
(VIDEO 4)
HDMI IN 9
a a a a a a* a a a a –
(VIDEO 2)

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Notes
• When you assign the digital audio input, the
INPUT MODE setting may change automatically.
Preview for HDMI
• When you assign a video input to the component or
composite input, and an audio input to the HDMI You can turn on a live picture-in-picture
input, component or composite video signals are preview of HDMI inputs connected to this
not output from the HDMI OUT jacks. Component receiver. Up to four preview windows are
or composite video signals are output from the displayed for HDMI IN 1/IN 2/IN 3/IN 4
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks or Input.
the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack. You can select each preview HDMI input by
• You cannot assign different HDMI jacks to using the remote.
separate video and audio input jacks of an input.
• You can assign multiple inputs to the same HDMI
IN jack. However, if you use the One-Touch Play
function on the equipment connected to the HDMI
IN jack, the input which has most recently been
assigned is preferentially selected.

V/v,

PREVIEW
(HDMI)

1 Press PREVIEW (HDMI).

Up to 4 PIP windows appear, each of
them showing input pictures from HDMI
IN jacks.

2 To switch the pictures in a PIP

window with those on the main
screen, press V/v to select the
desired PIP window, then press
.
The HDMI input of the selected PIP
window is displayed in the main window.

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Tips
• This function does not work under the following
conditions:
Operating the receiver
– An HDMI device is not connected.
– A specific HDMI device is connected while its
using a smartphone
power is off.
You can operate the receiver using a
– An unsupported HDMI video format is input.
– The current input is not HDMI input
smartphone equipped with the “ES Remote”
– When the GUI menu is displayed. application software. The “ES Remote”
– When “Zone2 Out” is set to “On” application software can be downloaded from
– When “Fast View” is set to “Off” the App Store (for iPod touch/iPhone) or the
• This function is made possible by Silicon Image Google Play (for Android phone) for free.
InstaPrevue™ technology.

Using Other Features

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Using the sleep timer Recording using the
You can set the receiver to turn off receiver
automatically at a specified time.
You can record from a video/audio device
using the receiver. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your recording
equipment.
SHIFT
1 Select “Watch” or “Listen” from
the home menu, then press .

2 Select the playback equipment,

then press .

3 Prepare the equipment for

playing.
For example, insert the video tape you
want to copy into the VCR.

4 Prepare the recording

equipment.
Insert a blank video tape, etc., into the
recording equipment (VIDEO 1) for
recording.

5 Start recording on the

recording equipment, then start
the playback equipment.

SLEEP Switching the command

mode of the receiver and
Press SHIFT, then press SLEEP.
Each time you press SLEEP, the display
the remote control
changes cyclically as follows: You can switch the command mode
(COMMAND MODE AV1 or COMMAND
MODE AV2) of the receiver and the remote
When sleep timer is being used, “SLEEP” control.
lights up in the display window of the receiver. Switch the command mode from the factory
To check the remaining time before the default setting to the appropriate setting, if
receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The other Sony equipment is operated accidentally
remaining time appears on the display by the same remote control, when you are
window. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep operating the receiver using the remote control
timer is set to “OFF.” supplied with the receiver.

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The command modes of both the receiver and
the remote control are those of the factory Switching the command mode of
default setting (COMMAND MODE AV2). the remote control
The receiver and the remote control, on the
contrary, should use the same command mode. ?/1
RM SET
If the command modes of the receiver and the UP
remote control are different, you cannot use
the remote control to operate the receiver. SHIFT AMP

Switching the command mode of 1, 2 ZONE

the receiver
ENT/
?/1 2CH/A.DIRECT MEM

1 Press ?/1 while pressing RM

SET UP.
The AMP and ZONE buttons flash.

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the 2 Press AMP.

receiver. The ZONE button goes off, the AMP
button keeps flashing and the SHIFT
2 While holding down 2CH/ button lights up.

Using Other Features

A.DIRECT, press ?/1 to turn on
the receiver. 3 Press the numeric button 1 or 2
When the command mode is set to “AV2,” while the AMP button is
“COMMAND MODE [AV2]” appears on flashing.
the display. When you press 1, the command mode is
When the command mode is set to “AV1,” set to COMMAND MODE AV1. When
“COMMAND MODE [AV1]” appears on you press 2, the command mode is set to
the display. COMMAND MODE AV2.
The AMP button lights up.

4 Press ENT/MEM.
The AMP button flashes twice, then the
command mode setting process is
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 • Make the bi-amplifier settings before you perform
the Auto Calibration function.
Using a bi-amplifier • If you make the bi-amplifier settings, the speaker
connection level, balance, and equalizer settings of the
surround back speakers become invalid, and those
of the front speakers are used.
If you are not using surround back speakers • Signals output from the PRE OUT jacks are used
you can use the SURROUND BACK with the same settings as those of the SPEAKERS
(ZONE 2) terminals for the front speakers for terminals.
use with a bi-amplifier connection. • If the speaker pattern is set so that there are
surround back speakers, you cannot set the
SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) terminals for a bi-
To connect speakers amplifier connection.
Front speaker Front speaker • When you operate the receiver without using the
(R) (L)
GUI, set “SB ASSIGN” to “BI-AMP” in
“SPEAKER SETTINGS” (page 124).

Hi Hi

Lo Lo

Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the

front speakers to the FRONT A terminals,
and connect the jacks on the Hi (or Lo) side of
the front speakers to the SURROUND BACK
(ZONE 2) terminals. Make sure that metal
fittings of Hi/Lo attached to the speakers have
been removed from the speakers to avoid
receiver malfunction.

To set up speakers
For details, see “Speaker Connection” in the
Speaker Settings menu (page 101).
Notes
• You cannot use the FRONT B terminals for a bi-
amplifier connection.

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Reverting back to the
factory default settings
You can clear all memorized settings and
revert the receiver back to the factory default
settings by performing the following
procedure. This procedure can also be used to
initialize the receiver before you use it for the
first time.
?/1

TONE 2CH/A.DIRECT

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the

receiver.

2 While holding down the TONE

and 2CH/A.DIRECT, press ?/1

Using Other Features

to turn on the receiver.

3 Release the TONE and 2CH/

A.DIRECT after a few seconds.
The “MEMORY CLEARING...” appears
on the display window for a while, then
changes to “MEMORY CLEARED!”
Changes or adjustments made to the
settings are now reset to the defaults.
Note
It takes about a few minutes for the memory to be
cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until
“MEMORY CLEARED!” appears on the display.

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 2 Select the menu item you want,
then press to access the
Adjusting Settings menu item.

Using the setting menu Example: When you select “Audio Settings.”

You can adjust the various settings for

speakers, surround effects, multi-zone, etc.,
using the setting menu.

3 Select the parameter you want,

then press to enter.

To return to the previous screen

Press RETURN/EXIT O.

To exit the menu

Press HOME to display the home menu,
then press HOME again.

V/v/B/b,

RETURN/ INFO/
EXIT O OPTIONS
HOME

1 Select “Settings” from the

home menu, then press to
enter the menu mode.
The setting menu list appears on the TV
screen.

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Setting menu list
Settings Easy Setup

Adjusting Settings
(page 99)
Speaker Settings Auto Calibration
(page 99) Auto Calibration Setup Position
Calibration Type
User Reference Edit
Front Reference Type
Speaker Pair Match
Name In
Automatic Phase Matching
Speaker Connection
Virtual Front High
Center Speaker Lift Up
Surround Speaker Position
Speaker Relocation
Speaker Setup
Test Tone
Center Analog Down Mix
Speaker Impedance
Distance Unit
Audio Settings Digital Legato Linear
(page 106) Sound Optimizer
Equalizer
LFE Time Alignment
Subwoofer Muting
Dual Mono
Dynamic Range Compressor
(Input name)
Subwoofer Low Pass Filter
A/V Sync
Decode Priority
Sound Field
Video Settings Resolution
(page 109) Zone Resolution
Playback Resolution
3D Output Settings
TV Type
Screen Format

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 HDMI Settings (Input name)
(page 113) Subwoofer Level
Audio Out
H.A.T.S.
Control for HDMI
Pass Through
Zone2 Out
Priority
Fast View
Input Settings Input Edit
(page 115) Audio Input Assign
Video Input Assign
Network Settings Internet Settings
(page 116) Connection Server Settings
Renderer Options
Renderer Access Control
External Control
Network Standby
Home Control TV Control
Settings (page 70) AV Equipment Control
Lighting Control
Lighting Scenes
Registration
Zone Settings Zone Control
(page 118) Zone Setup
System Settings Language
(page 119) Auto Standby
Settings Lock
RS232C Control
Software Update Notification
Initialize Personal Information
System Information
EULA
Software License
Network Update
(page 120)

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Easy Setup Speaker Settings

Adjusting Settings
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic You can set up your viewing environment
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions (with the speaker system you are using) either
(page 46). automatically or manually.

Auto Calibration
Performs the D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto
Calibration) function. This function allows
you to perform automatic calibration, such as
checking the connection between each speaker
and the receiver, adjusting the speaker level,
and measuring the distance of each speaker
from your seating position automatically.

Calibration Matching
When Auto Calibration is executed, this
function works automatically, matching the
distance and level of the right and left
speakers. You can set this function only after
the DCAC measurement process has been
completed and the results of the DCAC
measurement are saved. The setting is valid
until you change it.
Note
The previous measurement results will be
overwritten and the current results are saved for the
currently selected position.
Please read “Notes on Speaker Settings (Auto
Calibration)” in “9: Setting up the receiver using the
Easy Setup” (page 46).

Auto Calibration Setup

Lets you register three patterns for “Position,”
depending on the seating positions, listening
environment, and measurement conditions.
You can also select a calibration type to
compensate the each speaker.

Position
You can register more than one set of settings
for the listening environment or recall a set of
settings.
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Select the “Position” for which you want to • L/R
register the measurement results on the Sets the data of the left and right channels
Auto Calibration Setup screen. to the reference value.
• Pos.1 •L
• Pos.2 Sets the data of the left channel to the
• Pos.3 reference value.
•R
To set a compensation type for the Sets the data of the right channel to the
speakers reference value.
You can select the compensation type to be
used for the speakers for each Position. Notes
• This function works only when you select “Front
1 Select the “Position” for which you want Reference” for the “Calibration Type”.
to set the speaker compensation type, • Perform “Auto Calibration” after you set “Front
then press . Reference Type.”

2 Select the “Calibration Type” you want, To customize the frequency for the
then press . “User Reference”
• Full Flat You can customize the frequency for the “User
Makes the measurement of frequency Reference” in the “Calibration Type” based on
from each speaker flat. the “Full Flat” compensation type.
• Engineer
Sets the frequency to match that of the
1 Select the “User Reference Edit” in the
Calibration Type menu, then press .
Sony listening room standard.
• Front Reference 2 Adjust the frequency.
Adjusts the characteristics of all the
speakers to match the characteristics of To set the pair match mode for the
the front speakers. Auto Calibration EQ pattern
• User Reference 1 Select the “Position” for which you want
Sets the frequency to one that you to set the pair match mode, then press
customized using “User Reference Edit.” .
• Off
Sets the Auto Calibration EQ to off. 2 Select “Speaker Pair Match,” then
press .
Note • All
You cannot set the “Calibration Type” for “Position”
Calibrates all the speakers using the pair
for which the measurement results have not been
registered.
match processing of the left and right
channels for each pair of speakers.
To set the reference value when • Sur
you select “Front Reference” for Calibrates the surround speakers and the
the “Calibration Type” surround back speakers using the pair
match processing or the left and right
1 Select the “Front Reference Type” in channels for each pair of speakers.
the Calibration Type menu, then press
• Off
.
Calibrates each speaker individually.
2 Select the parameter you want, then Notes
press . • This function does not work when “Auto
Calibration” has not been performed.

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you select “Front Reference” for the “Calibration Lets you select the speaker pattern for the
Type” (page 100).
speaker systems you are using.

Adjusting Settings
To name the Position
Surround Back Assign
1 Select the “Position” for which you want
Lets you set the SURROUND BACK
to name, then press .
(ZONE 2) terminals for a bi-amplifier or a
2 Select “Name In,” then press . zone 2 connection.
The soft keyboard appears on the screen.
x Zone2 Speakers
3 Press V/v/B/b and to select a
character one by one. x Bi-Amplifier

Automatic Phase Matching x No Assign

Lets you set the A.P.M. (Automatic Phase Note
Matching) function in the D.C.A.C. (Digital If the speaker pattern is set so that there are surround
Cinema Auto Calibration) function (page 99). back speakers, you cannot set the SURROUND
Calibrates the phase characteristics of the BACK (ZONE 2) terminals for a bi-amplifier
speakers and ensures a well-coordinated connection or a zone 2 connection.
surround space.

x Off Virtual Front High

Does not activate the A.P.M. function. Lets you reproduce sound outputs virtually
from the front high speakers even in an
x Auto environment without front high L/R speakers.
Switches the A.P.M. function on or off
automatically. x On
Notes The Virtual Front High function is activated.
• This function does not work in the following cases. When Front High signals are input, sounds are
– “MULTI IN” is selected. processed as if they were output from front
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used. high L/R speakers.
– Headphones are connected.
– “Auto Calibration” has not been performed. x Off
• The receiver may play back signals at a lower The Virtual Front High function is disabled.
sampling frequency than the actual sampling
frequency of the input signals, depending on the Note
audio format. • This function does not work in the following cases:
– There are no surround speakers.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
Speaker Connection – “2ch Analog Direct” is selected.
– Headphones are connected.
Lets you adjust each speaker manually. You
can also adjust the speaker levels after Easy
Setup is completed.
The Speaker Settings are only for the current
“Position.”
You can make the following settings using the
wizard.

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 x Type A
Center Speaker Lift Up Places surround back speakers on the back
wall in addition to those speakers in
By using the front high speakers, you can lift
Recommendation ITU-R for 5.1 channel
up the sounds of the center speaker to an
speaker placement.
appropriate height on the screen, allowing you
to enjoy natural representation without Drawing of the relocated speaker placement
discomfort.

x 1~10

x Off
Note
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
– Headphones are connected.
– There is no center speaker.
– There are no front high speakers and “Virtual
Front High” is set to “Off.”
– The 2CH mode sound field is being used.
– The sound filed for music is being used.
– The “Multi Stereo” sound filed is being used.
– The “Movie Height” sound filed is being used.
x Type B
Places four surround speakers at virtually
Surround Speaker Position identical angles, according to
Recommendation ITU-R for 7.1 channel
Lets you set the correct angles of the surround speaker placement.
speakers for the Speaker Relocation function. Drawing of the relocated speaker placement

x Front

x Back
Note
• This function does not work in the following cases:
– There are no surround speakers.
– Headphones are connected.

Speaker Relocation
Lets you calibrate speaker positioning
(configuration angle of each speaker from the
measurement position) to improve the
surround effect.
x Off
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• This function does not work in the following cases. to 10.0 meters (3 feet 3 inches to 32 feet
– “MULTI IN” is selected. 9 inches) in 1 cm (1 inch) intervals.

Adjusting Settings
– Headphones are connected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
– There are no surround back speakers and To adjust the size of each
“Surround Speaker Position” is set to “Front.” speaker
– There are no surround speakers. You can adjust each speaker’s (front left/right,
center, surround left/right, surround back left/
right, front high left/right) size.
Speaker Setup
1 Select the speaker on the screen for
Lets you adjust each speaker manually on the which you want to adjust the size, then
Manual Setup screen. You can also adjust the press .
speaker levels after “Auto Calibration” is
completed. 2 Select a “Size,” then press .
• Large
Select “Level/Distance/Size,” then If you connect large speakers that will
press . effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “Large.” Normally, select “Large.”
To adjust the speaker level • Small
You can adjust each speaker’s level (center, If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack
surround left/right, surround back left/right, of surround effects when using multi-
front high left/right, subwoofer). channel surround sound, select “Small” to
activate the bass redirection circuitry and
1 Select the speaker on the screen for output the bass frequencies of each
which you want to adjust the level, then channel from the subwoofer or other
press . “Large” speakers.
2 Select “Level,” then press . Notes
You can adjust the level from –20 dB to • When headphones are connected, Size and
+10 dB in 0.5 dB intervals. Distance cannot be set.
You can adjust the front left level from • The surround back speakers will be set to the same
FL–10.0 dB to FL+10.0 dB in 0.5 dB setting as that of the surround speakers.
intervals. You can also adjust the front right • When the front speakers are set to “Small,” the
center, surround, surround back, and front high
level from FR–10.0 dB to FR+10.0 dB in
speakers are also automatically set to “Small.”
0.5 dB intervals. • If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers
are automatically set to “Large.”
To adjust the distance from the
seating position to each To adjust the crossover
speaker frequency of each speaker
You can adjust the distance from the seating Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
position to each speaker (front left/right, speakers that has been set to “Small” in the
center, surround left/right, surround back left/ Size menu. Measured speaker crossover
right, front high left/right, subwoofer). frequency is set for each speaker after “Auto
1 Select the speaker on the screen for Calibration.”
which you want to adjust the distance, 1 Select “Crossover Frequency,” then
then press . press .
2 Select a “Distance,” then press .
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2 Select the speaker on the screen for You can select which speakers will output
which you want to adjust the crossover the test tone.
frequency.
3 Adjust “Level,” then press .
3 Set the crossover frequency of the
selected speaker. To output a test tone from
Notes adjacent speakers
• When headphones are connected, this function You can output a test tone from adjacent
does not work. speakers so that you can adjust the balance
• The surround back speakers will be set to the same between the speakers.
setting as that of the surround speakers.
1 Select “Phase Noise,” then press .
The Phase Noise screen appears.
To adjust the level of the rear
speakers 2 Adjust the parameter, then press .
You can adjust the level of the rear speakers • Off
(surround speakers and surround back • L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SR, SR/SBR, SR/SB*,
speaker(s)) in contrast to the level of the front SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL*, SBL/SL,
speakers all at one time. SL/L, LH/RH, L/SR, SL/R, L/RH, LH/R
*“SR/SB” and “SB/SL” appear when only one
1 Select “All Surround Level,” then press surround back speaker is connected.
.
Lets you output the test tone sequentially
2 Adjust the level of the rear speakers. from adjacent speakers.
You can adjust the level from –5 dB to Some items may not be displayed,
+5 dB in 1 dB intervals. depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.

Test Tone 3 Adjust “Level,” then press .

Lets you select the test tone type on the Test To output the source sound
Tone screen. from adjacent speakers
You can output the source sound from adjacent
To output a test tone from each speakers so that you can adjust the balance
speaker between the speakers.
You can output a test tone from the speakers in
1 Select “Phase Audio,” then press .
sequence.
The Phase Audio screen appears.
1 Select “Test Tone,” then press .
2 Adjust the parameter, then press .
The Test Tone screen appears.
• Off
2 Adjust the parameter, then press . • L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SR, SR/SBR, SR/SB*,
• Off SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL*, SBL/SL,
• Auto SL/L, LH/RH, L/SR, SL/R, L/RH, LH/R
The test tone is output from each speaker *“SR/SB” and “SB/SL” appear when only one
in sequence. surround back speaker is connected.
• L, C, R, SR, SL, SB*, SBL, SBR, LH, Lets you output front 2 channel source
RH, SW sound (instead of the test tone)
* “SB” appears when only one surround back sequentially from adjacent speakers.
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 Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker Distance Unit
pattern.

Adjusting Settings
Lets you select the unit of measurement for
3 Adjust “Level,” then press . setting distances.

x meter
Center Analog Down Mix The distance is displayed in meters.
Lets you set the analog downmix settings on or x feet
off. The distance is displayed in feet.

x Off
If the speaker pattern is set so that there is a
center speaker, this setting is set to “Off”
automatically.

x On
We recommend you set “Center Analog Down
Mix” to “On” to enjoy digital audio with high
quality sound when you do not have a center
speaker connected. Analog downmix works
when you set “Center Analog Down Mix” to
“On.” This setting is also effective to input
signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
jacks.
Note
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
– Headphones are connected.
– There is a center speaker.

Speaker Impedance
Lets you set the speaker impedance. For
details, see “9: Setting up the receiver using
the Easy Setup” (page 46).

x4Ω

x8Ω

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 Equalizer
Audio Settings
Lets you adjust the bass, middle*, and treble
You can adjust settings for the audio to suit level for each speaker (page 66).
your preference. (* for the center speaker only.)

Digital Legato Linear (D.L.L.) LFE Time Alignment

The D.L.L. function is Sony proprietary The LFE Time Alignment function allows you
technology that allows low quality digital to shift the output timing of the LFE channel
audio signals and analog audio signals to be by –20ms (delay) to +20ms (forward) for other
played back with high quality sound. channels. This function is effective for
adjusting content in which the LFE channel
x Off phase has a gap from that of other channels.
x Auto 1 Note
This function is available for lossy • This function does not work in the following cases.
compression audio formats and analog audio – “MULTI IN” is selected.
signals. – “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.

x Auto 2
This function is available for Linear PCM Subwoofer Muting
signals, as well as lossy compression audio Lets you prevent signals from being output via
formats and analog audio signals. the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jacks.
Notes
• This function may not work, depending on the x Off
content via a USB device, or a home network. The PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jacks output
• This function works when “A.F.D. Auto” is signals.
selected. However, this function does not work in
the following cases. x On
– Linear PCM signals with a sampling frequency The PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jacks do not
of other than 44.1 kHz are being received. output signals.
– Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby
TrueHD, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS- Note
HD Master Audio, or DTS-HD High Resolution • This function does not work in the following cases.
Audio signals are being received. – Headphones are connected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is selected.
– “2ch Stereo” is selected.
Sound Optimizer – A speaker pattern without a subwoofer is
selected.
Lets you set the sound optimizer function
(page 66).
Dual Mono
x Off
Lets you select the language you want when
x Low you listen to the dual audio of a digital
broadcast when available. This feature only
x Normal functions for Dolby Digital sources.

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x Main/Sub x Off
Sound of the main language will be output Does not activate the low-pass filter.
through the front left speaker, and sound of the

Adjusting Settings
sub language will be output through the front x On
right speaker simultaneously. Always activates the low-pass filter with a
cutoff frequency of 120 Hz.
x Main
Note
Sound of the main language will be output.
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
x Sub – “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
Sound of the sub language will be output.

A/V Sync (Synchronizes audio

Dynamic Range Compressor and video output)
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the
Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize
soundtrack. This may be useful when you want
the time gap between audio output and visual
to watch movies at low volumes late at night.
display.
Dynamic range compression is possible with
This function is useful when you use a large
Dolby Digital and Dolby TrueHD sources
LCD or plasma monitor or a projector.
only.
You can set the function for each input
independently.
x Off
The dynamic range is not compressed.
x HDMI Auto
The time gap between audio output and visual
x Auto
The dynamic range is compressed display for the monitor connected via an
automatically when there is a flag in the sound HDMI connection will be adjusted
source that recommends the Dynamic Range automatically based on the information for the
Compressor. TV. This feature is available only when the
monitor supports the A/V Sync function.
x On
The dynamic range is compressed as intended x 0 ms – 1200 ms
by the recording engineer. You can adjust the delay from 0 ms to
1200 ms* in 10 ms intervals.
Note * The maximum delay may be limited to the lower
• This function does not work in the following case. value, depending on the audio stream.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
Note
• This function does not work in the following case.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
Subwoofer Low Pass Filter
Lets you turn the low-pass filter for the
subwoofer output on or off. You can set the Decode Priority (Digital audio
function for each input to which an audio input input decoding priority)
jack is assigned independently. Turn the
function on if you connect a subwoofer Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
without the crossover frequency function. signal input to the DIGITAL IN jacks or
HDMI IN jacks.

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You can set the function for each input
independently.

x PCM
When signals from the DIGITAL IN jack are
selected, PCM signals are given priority (to
prevent interruption when playback starts).
However, when other signals are input, there
may be no sound, depending on the format. In
this case, set this item to “Auto.”
When signals from the HDMI IN jack are
selected, only PCM signals are output from the
connected player. When signals in any other
format are received, set this item to “Auto.”

x Auto
Automatically switches the input mode
between Dolby Digital, DTS, or PCM.
Notes
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– “MULTI IN” is selected.
– Analog input mode is selected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
• Even when “Decode Priority” is set to “PCM,” the
start of the sound may not be output due to signals
on the CD being played back.

Sound Field
Lets you select a sound effect applied to input
signals. For details, see “Enjoying Sound
Effects” (page 61).
You can set the function for each input
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Video Settings

Adjusting Settings
You can adjust settings for video.

Resolution (Converting video signals)

Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signals and output the converted signals.

x Direct x 480p/576p
Lets you output analog video input signals
directly. x 720p

x Auto x 1080i

x 480i/576i x 1080p

When an HDMI monitor is being connected with HDMI OUT ON

“Resolution” Output from HDMI OUT MONITOR MONITOR VIDEO
menu setting jacks COMPONENT OUT jack
Input from VIDEO OUT jacks
Direct, Auto HDMI IN jacks z – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN aa) z –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks aa) – z
480i/576i, 480p/ HDMI IN jacks z – –
576p, 720p, 1080i,
1080p COMPONENT VIDEO IN ab) z –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks ab) – z

When an HDMI monitor is not connected with HDMI OUT OFF

“Resolution” Output from HDMI OUT MONITOR MONITOR VIDEO
menu setting jacks COMPONENT OUT jack
Input from VIDEO OUT jacks
Direct HDMI IN jacks – – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – z –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – – z
Auto HDMI IN jacks – – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – 480i/576i a
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – 480i/576i z

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“Resolution” Output from HDMI OUT MONITOR MONITOR VIDEO
menu setting jacks COMPONENT OUT jack
Input from VIDEO OUT jacks
480i/576i, 480p/ HDMI IN jacks – – –
576p
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – ab) a
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – ab) z
720p, 1080i HDMI IN jacks – – –
c)
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – a –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – ac) z
1080p HDMI IN jacks – – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – z –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – – z

z : Video signals are output without a video conversion or processing.

a : Video signals are output. (Values for the resolution are shown when video signals are output at the specified
resolution.)
aa):Video signals are converted automatically to an optimum resolution that the monitor connected supports,
and then they are output.
ab):Video signals are output at the resolution specified in the “Resolution” menu.
ac):Video signals are output at the resolution specified in the “Resolution” menu. Video signals protected by
Macrovision are output at the 480p/576p resolution.
– : Video signals are not output.

Notes
• If you select a resolution which the connected TV
does not support in the “Resolution” menu, the
images from the TV cannot be output correctly.
• Converted HDMI image output does not support
“x.v.Color,” Deep Color, and 3D.

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Adjusting Settings
Lets you convert the resolution of analog video input signal in zone 2.

x Direct x 720p

x 480i/576i x 1080i

x 480p/576p
“Zone Output from HDMI OUT ZONE 2 ZONE 2 VIDEO
Resolution” jacks COMPONENT OUT jack
menu setting Input from VIDEO OUT jacks
DIRECT HDMI IN jacks z – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – z –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – – z
480i/576i HDMI IN jacks z – –
(factory default
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – a a
setting)
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – a z
480p/576p HDMI IN jacks z – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – a –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – a –
720p, 1080i HDMI IN jacks z – –
COMPONENT VIDEO IN – a* –
jacks
VIDEO IN jacks – a* –

a : Video signals are output at the resolution specified in the “Resolution” menu.
z : Video signals are output without a video conversion or processing.
– : Video signals are not output.

* When the content is protected by Macrovision,

video signals may be output at the 480p/576p
resolution.

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Playback Resolution
This function targets content via a USB device, a home network, and Internet content.

x 480i/576i x 1080i

x 480p/576p x 1080p

x 720p
Output HDMI OUT MONITOR MONITOR ZONE 2 ZONE 2
video jacks COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
resolution VIDEO OUT jack VIDEO OUT jack
“Playback jacks OUT jacks
Resolution”
menu setting
480i/576i 480i/576i 480i/576i* 480i/576i* 480i/576i* 480i/576i*
480p/576p 480p/576p 480p/576p* 480i/576i* 480p/576p* 480i/576i*
720p (factory default setting) 720p 720p* – 720p* –
1080i 1080i 1080i* – 1080i* –
1080p 1080p 1080i* – 1080i* –

* If you play back content that is protected by

Macrovision, the receiver may output the image at
low resolution, or a warning message which
informs that the video signals cannot be output
may appear.

Notes
• If the warning message “Video cannot be output
from this jack.” appears, perform the following
procedure.
1Select “BD” as the input for the main zone.
2Set “Playback Resolution” to “480i/576i” or
“480p/576p.”
• If no picture is output when you play back content
via a USB device, a home network, or Internet
content from the Watch/Listen menu, perform the
following procedure.
1Select “BD” as the input for the main zone.
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3D Output Settings HDMI Settings

Adjusting Settings
This function targets content via a USB device
and a home network. You can adjust the required settings for
equipment connected to the HDMI jacks.
x Auto
Select this to display 3D compatible content in
3D. Subwoofer Level
Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB
x Off
or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an
Select this to display all content in 2D.
HDMI connection. You can set the level for
each input to which an HDMI input jack is
TV Type assigned independently.

This function targets content via a USB x 0 dB

device, a home network, and Internet content.
x Auto
x 16:9 Automatically sets the level to 0 dB or +10 dB,
Select this when connecting to a wide-screen depending on the audio stream.
TV or a TV with a wide-mode function.
x +10 dB
x 4:3
Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV
without a wide-mode function. Audio Out
Lets you set the HDMI audio signals output
from the playback equipment connected to the
Screen Format receiver via an HDMI connection.
This function targets content via a USB
device, a home network, and Internet content. x TV+AMP
The sound is output from the TV speaker and
x Original the speakers connected to the receiver.
Select this when connecting to a TV with a Notes
wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3 screen • The sound quality of the playback equipment
picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a wide- depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the
screen TV. number of channels, and the sampling frequency,
etc. If the TV has stereo speakers, the sound output
x Fixed Aspect Ratio from the receiver is also in stereo as that of the TV,
Changes the picture size to fit the screen size even if you play multi-channel source.
with the original picture aspect ratio. • When you connect the receiver to a video device
(projector, etc.), sound may not be output from the
receiver. In this case, select “AMP.”
• When you do not select an HDMI input jack as an
audio input in “Audio Input Assign” in the Input
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x AMP
The HDMI audio signals from the playback Control for HDMI
equipment is only output to speakers
Lets you turn the function which controls
connected to the receiver. The multi-channel
equipment connected to the HDMI jack using
sound can be played back as it is.
an HDMI cable on or off.
Note
When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,” “Audio x Off
Out” may be changed automatically.
x On
Note
H.A.T.S. This function is enabled only when “Zone2 Out” is
Lets you turn the H.A.T.S. (High quality set to “Off.”
digital Audio Transmission System) function
on or off. When the H.A.T.S. function is turned
on, the sound quality is enhanced because
Pass Through
there is no jitter (timing gaps when reading Lets you output HDMI signals to the TV even
signals) when transmitting digital audio when the receiver is in standby mode. For
signals. details, see “Outputting the HDMI signals
even when the receiver is in standby mode
x Off (Pass Through)” (page 86).
x On x Off
Notes
• It takes some time to output the sound after a x On
playback operation is performed on the connected
equipment (e.g., pressing the PLAY button, x Auto
pressing the STOP button, pressing the PAUSE
button) due to limitations of the H.A.T.S. system.
The time lag depends on the sound source. Zone2 Out
• The H.A.T.S. function of this receiver works when
a Sony SCD-XA5400ES is connected to the Lets you enable or disable the HDMI ZONE 2
receiver. OUT jacks.
• While the H.A.T.S. function is working, sound is
not output from the front high speakers. x Off
• The H.A.T.S. function works only when “A.F.D.
Auto,” “2ch Stereo,” or “Headphone (2ch)” is x On
selected.

Stream information about the Priority

H.A.T.S. function available
Lets you set the priority when you select the
Audio signal input Sampling frequency same input for both the main zone and zone 2.
Linear PCM 2ch 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,
88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, x Main & Zone 2
176.4 kHz, 192 kHz You can enjoy the same input in the main zone
Linear PCM Multi 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and zone 2. However, there may be some
88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, interference in the audio and video signals in
176.4 kHz, 192 kHz the main zone and zone 2.
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x Main Only x Icon
You can enjoy good audio and video quality in Sets the icon displayed on the Watch/Listen
the main zone. There is no output in zone 2. menu.

Adjusting Settings
Note
x Name
This function is enabled only when “Zone2 Out” is
Sets the name displayed on the Watch/Listen
set to “On.”
menu.
Note
Fast View (Fast HDMI Switching) You cannot select an input which is set to “Hidden,”
or “HIDDEN” in “INPUT SKIP ?” in “INPUT
Lets you set the operation of Fast View. SETTINGS” (page 125) without using the GUI,
HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, and IN 9 support even if you use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.
the Fast View function.

x Auto Audio Input Assign

You can select HDMI Input faster than with
the normal selection. Lets you set the audio input jack(s) assigned to
each input.
x Off For details, see “Using other video/audio input
This function and the Preview for HDMI jacks” (page 88).
function are not available.
x HDMI
Note HDMI IN 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9, None
This function is enabled only when “Zone2 Out” is
set to “Off.”
x Digital
OPT IN 1/2/3, COAX IN 1/2/3, None

Input Settings x Analog

Factory default setting
You can adjust the settings for the connections
of the receiver and other equipment.
Video Input Assign
Lets you set the video input jack(s) assigned to
Input Edit each input.
Lets you set the following items for each input. For details, see “Using other video/audio input
jacks” (page 88).
x Watch/Listen
Sets whether an input is displayed on the x HDMI
Watch menu or the Listen menu. HDMI IN 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9, None
– Watch: Displays an input to the Watch menu.
– Listen: Displays an input to the Listen menu.
x Component
COMPONENT IN 1/2, None
– Watch/Listen: Displays an input to both the
Watch and Listen menus.
x Analog
– Hidden: Does not display an input to both
Factory default setting
the Watch and Listen menus. When you
select an input, you can skip an input which
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Network Settings
Lets you set whether or not to accept
You can adjust the settings for the network. commands from DLNA controllers.

Internet Settings External Control

Lets you check or change the network settings. Lets you turn the function which controls the
You can change the settings for the following receiver from “ES Remote” on the home
items either manually or automatically. network on or off.
– IP Address
– DNS x Off
– Proxy Server
Connect the receiver to the network x On
beforehand. For details, see “7: Connecting to
the network” (page 44).
Network Standby
LAN Port Activation Lets you turn on or off the function that
Lets you set whether or not to activate each activates the switching hubs on the rear of the
LAN port on the rear panel. receiver and allows a network controller, “ES
Among the four LAN ports on the rear panel, Remote,” etc., to control the receiver even
check the ports that you want to activate. The when it is in standby mode. In the network
receiver will use the activated ports to access a standby mode, the start-up time of the GUI and
network. the network function will be reduced after the
By disabling unused ports, you can save power receiver is turned on.
consumption. The ports not connected to a
router or a hub will be grayed out. x Off
The Network Standby mode is disabled and
the receiver enters the normal standby mode
Connection Server Settings when it is in standby mode.

Lets you set whether or not to display the x On

connected DLNA server. The Network Standby mode is enabled and the
receiver enters the Network Standby mode
when it is in standby mode.
Renderer Options
x Renderer Name
Shows the renderer name of the receiver.

x Auto Access Permission

Sets whether or not to allow automatic access
from newly detected DLNA controller.

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 Registration
Home Control Settings

Adjusting Settings
For assistance, please access
You can make settings for Universal Remote http://www.sony.com/essupport.
Control and Lighting Control features. To find a local Control4 dealer and upgrade
your receiver to full Control4 Automation, go
to http://www.control4.com/sony.
TV Control
Lets you set up a connection between a display
device and the receiver via an IR blaster, so
that the remote control of the receiver can
operate the device. You can also carry out a
connection test.

AV Equipment Control
Lets you set up a connection between a player
and the receiver via an IR blaster, and a BD,
DVD, SAT, or another type of AV equipment
so that the remote control of the receiver can
operate the device. You can also carry out a
connection test.

Lighting Control
Lets you set up a Control4-compatible lighting
device via the Lighting Control Adapter
(UWA-C4Z) so that you can operate the
lighting device with the receiver.

Lighting Scenes
Lets you set up lighting scene control. Initially,
there are 10 preset lighting scenes. You can
edit and overwrite a preset scene to make a
new scene. You can set the level of a dimmer
of a lighting device for each scene or turn the
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 2 Select “Volume,” then press .
Zone Settings 3 Adjust the volume, then press .

You can adjust settings for the main zone, zone

2 or zone 3. Zone Setup

Zone Control To preset the volume for main

zone/zone 2
You can preset the volume of turning the
To turn the power on or off for power on for each zone.
zone 2/zone 3
You can turn zone 2 or zone 3 operation on or 1 Select the zone for which you want to
off. preset the volume, then press .

1 Select the zone you want to turn on or 2 Select “Preset Volume,” then press .
off, then press . 3 Adjust the volume, then press .
2 Select “On” or “Off,” then press . During the adjustment, the sound is output
• On at the volume level to which you have
• Off adjusted it, regardless of the value of
MASTER VOLUME control.
If you select “Off,” each zone is activated at
To select the output source for the same volume as that in effect when you
each zone turned the power off last time.
You can select the source that is output to the
zone. Audio and video signals are output to Note
zone 2, while only audio signals are output to • You cannot preset the volume in the following
cases.
zone 3.
– The SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) terminals
1 Select the zone to which you want to are used for the surround back speakers or the
output video/audio signals, then press front high speakers, or are used with a bi-
. amplifier connection.
– “Line Out” is set to “Fixed.”
2 Select “Input,” then press .
3 Select the input, then press . Line Out
You can set the volume control for the ZONE
2 AUDIO OUT jacks to “Variable” or “Fixed.”
To adjust the volume for zone 2
For details, see “Set the volume control for
If the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2)
zone 2” (page 79)
terminals are used with a zone 2 connection,
you can also adjust the volume of zone 2.
x Fixed
If you set “Line Out” to “Variable,” you can
also adjust the volume using “Zone Control.” x Variable
If you want to adjust the volume of zone 2 in
zone 2 using the remote control, see
“Operating the receiver from another zone
12V Trigger
(ZONE 2/ZONE 3 operations)” (page 81). Lets you select various options for use of the
12V Trigger function.
1 Select the zone for which you want to
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x Off
Lets you turn off output of 12V triggers even
when the main receiver is turned on.
System Settings

Adjusting Settings
You can customize the settings of the receiver.
x Ctrl
Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or
off manually using the control command of an Language
external control device.
Lets you select the language for the messages
x Zone on the screen.
Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or
off based on whether the selected zone is x English
turned on or off.
x Español
x Input (for “Main” only)
Lets you turn on the output of 12V triggers x Français
when the preset input is selected.
When you select “Input,” the setting display x Deutsch
which sets each input trigger to on/off appears.
Press V/v to select the input, then press to Auto Standby
check the box.
Lets you turn the function that switches the
x HDMI A (for “Main” only) main zone to standby mode automatically if
Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or you do not operate the receiver for a specific
off based on the output setting of the HDMI period of time or when there is no signal input
OUT A jack. to the receiver on or off.

x HDMI B (for “Main” only) x Off

Lets you turn the output of 12V triggers on or Does not switch to standby mode.
off based on the output setting of the HDMI
OUT B jack. x On
Switches to standby mode after approximately
x Main (for “Zone2” and “Zone3” 30 minutes.
only)
Lets you link operation of trigger in zone 2 or Note
zone 3 to the TRIGGER OUT MAIN jack. • This function does not work in the following cases.
– When you play back via a USB device, an iPod/
iPhone, a home network, or Internet content.
– When the receiver is in the sleep mode.

Settings Lock
Lets you lock the settings of the receiver.

x On
You can only turn this function on using the
setting menu. When you turn this function off,
perform the following procedure.

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 SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF)
Initialize Personal Information
?/1 MUSIC
Lets you erase personal information related to
Internet, such as the Internet content list,
“Favorites List,” etc.

System Information
Displays the software version of the receiver.
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the
receiver. EULA
2 While holding down MUSIC and Displays the EULA screen on the TV screen.
SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF),
press ?/1 to turn on the
receiver. Software License
Displays the Software License information on
the TV screen.
RS232C Control
Let you turn the control mode for maintenance
and service on or off.
Network Update
x Off
You can update and improve the functions of
x On the receiver.
For information about update functions, refer
to the following web site:
Software Update Notification http://www.sony.com/essupport
Lets you set whether or not to inform you of The GUI and display window of the receiver
newer software version information on the TV are turned off, and the lamp above the ?/1 ON/
screen. STANDBY button flashes in green during the
update.
x On When the update is completed, the receiver
will restart automatically.
x Off
It may take about 50 minutes for the update to
To update the receiver complete. The time required for the update to
See “Network Update” (page 120) to update complete varies, depending on the speed of the
the software of the receiver. Internet connection.
Note Note
• New software version information does not appear Do not turn the receiver off or disconnect the
in the following cases. network cable during software updating. It may
– The latest version is already being used. cause a malfunction.
– The receiver cannot obtain data via a network.

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 3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Operating without using the menu, then press .

Adjusting Settings
the GUI Press V/v repeatedly to select
the menu item, then press .
You can operate the receiver using the display The parameter appears in brackets.
window of the receiver even if the TV is not
connected to the receiver.

5 Press V/v repeatedly to select

the parameter you want, then
press .
The parameter is entered and the brackets
disappear from the display.

To return to the previous step

Press RETURN/EXIT O.
AMP
MENU

RETURN/
EXIT O V/v,

Using the menu in the display

window
1 Turn on the receiver.

2 Press AMP MENU.

The menu is displayed in the display
window of the receiver.

Example: When you select “SPEAKER

SETTINGS.”

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Menu list (in the display window)
The following options are available in each menu.
“xx…” in the table signifies the parameter for each item.
Menu Item Parameter
AUTO AUTO CAL START ?
CALIBRATION
54321
MEASURING: TONE
MEASURING: T.S.P.
MEASURING: WOOFER
COMPLETE [xxxxxxxxxx] RETRY, SAVE EXIT, WRN CHECK,
PHASE INFO, DIST. INFO, LEVEL INFO,
EXIT
CAL MATCHING? [xxx] YES, NO
WARNING CODE [xxx:4x] FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SBR, SBL, SW, LH,
RH : 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
NO WARNING
PHASE.INFO [xxx:xxx] FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SBR, SBL, SW, LH,
RH :OUT, IN
DIST.INFO [xxxxxxxxxx] FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SBR, SBL, SW, LH, RH
LEV.INFO [xxx:xxxxxx]dB FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SBR, SBL, SW, LH, RH
ERROR CODE [xxx:3x] F, SR, SB : 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
RETRY? [xxxx] YES, EXIT
CANCEL
CAL TYPE [xxxxxxxxx] FULL FLAT, ENGINEER, FRONT REF,
USER REF, OFF
A.P.M. [xxxx] AUTO, OFF
FRONT REF TYPE [xxx] L/R, L, R
SP PAIR MATCH [xxx] ALL, SUR, OFF
POSITION [xxxxxxxx] POS.1, POS.2, POS.3
NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx]

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Menu Item Parameter
LEVEL TEST TONE [xxxxxxxx] OFF, L to RH (AUTO), L to RH (FIX)
SETTINGS

Adjusting Settings
PHASE NOISE [xxxxxxx] OFF, L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SR, SR/SBR,
SR/SB, SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL, SBL/SL,
SL/L, LH/RH, L/SR, SL/R, L/RH, LH/R
PHASE AUDIO [xxxxxxx] OFF, L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SR, SR/SBR,
SR/SB, SBR/SBL, SR/SL, SB/SL, SBL/SL,
SL/L, LH/RH, L/SR, SL/R, L/RH, LH/R
FRONT L [xxx.xdB] –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
FRONT R [xxx.xdB] –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
CENTER [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SURROUND L [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SURROUND R [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUR BACK [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUR BACK L [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUR BACK R [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
LEFT HIGH [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
RIGHT HIGH [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUBWOOFER [xxx.xdB] –20.0 dB to +10.0 dB (0.5 dB interval)
ALL SUR LEVEL [xxx.xdB] –5 dB to +5 dB (1 dB interval)

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Menu Item Parameter
SPEAKER SP PATTERN [xxxxx] 5/4.1 to 2/0 (28 patterns)
SETTINGS
VIRTUAL FH [xxx] ON, OFF
CENTER LIFT UP [xxx] OFF, 1 to 10
SUR POSITION [xxxxx] BACK, FRONT
SP RELOCATION [xxxxx] TypeA, TypeB, OFF
FRONT SIZE [xxxxx] LARGE, SMALL
CENTER SIZE [xxxxx] LARGE, SMALL
SURROUND SIZE [xxxxx] LARGE, SMALL
FH SIZE [xxxxx] LARGE, SMALL
SB ASSIGN [xxxxxx] OFF, BI-AMP, ZONE2
FRONT L [xxxxxxxxx]
FRONT R [xxxxxxxxx]
CENTER [xxxxxxxxx]
SURROUND L [xxxxxxxxx]
SURROUND R [xxxxxxxxx]
1.0 to 10.0 (m) (1 cm interval)
SUR BACK [xxxxxxxxx]
3’ 3” to 32’ 9” (1 inch interval)
SUR BACK L [xxxxxxxxx]
SUR BACK R [xxxxxxxxx]
LEFT HIGH [xxxxxxxxx]
RIGHT HIGH [xxxxxxxxx]
SUBWOOFER [xxxxxxxxx]
DISTANCE UNIT [xxxxx] meter, feet
FR CROSSOVER [xxxHz] 40 to 200 (10 Hz interval)
CNT CROSSOVER [xxxHz] 40 to 200 (10 Hz interval)
SUR CROSSOVER [xxxHz] 40 to 200 (10 Hz interval)
FH CROSSOVER [xxxHz] 40 to 200 (10 Hz interval)
CNT A.DOWN MIX [xxx] OFF, ON
SP IMPEDANCE [xohm] 8 ohm, 4 ohm

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Menu Item Parameter
INPUT NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx]
SETTINGS

Adjusting Settings
INPUT SKIP ?
xxxxxxxx [xxxxxx] SHOWN, HIDDEN
HDMI AUDIO ASSIGN ?
xxxxxxxx [xxxxxxxxxx]
HDMI VIDEO ASSIGN ?
xxxxxxxx [xxxxxxxxxx]
DIGITAL A.ASSIGN ?
xxxxxxxx [xxxxxxxxxx]
COMPONENT V.ASSIGN ?
xxxxxxxx [xxxxxxxxxx]
SUR SETTINGS HD-DCS TYPE [xxxxxxx] DYNAMIC, THEATER, STUDIO
EFFECT LEVEL [xxxx] HIGH, MID, LOW
HEIGHT GAIN [xxxx] HIGH, MID, LOW
EQ SETTINGS ALL BASS [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
ALL TREB [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
FRONT BASS [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
FRONT TREB [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
CENTER BASS [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
CENTER MID [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
CENTER TREB [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUR/SB BASS [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
SUR/SB TREB [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
FH BASS [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
FH TREB [xxx.xdB] –10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB interval)
MULTIZONE P.VOL. MAIN [xxx.xdB] OFF, –∞, –92.0 dB to +23.0 dB (0.5 dB
SETTINGS interval)
P.VOL. ZONE2 [xxxdB] OFF, –∞, –92 dB to +23 dB (1 dB interval)
Z2 LINEOUT [xxxxxxxx] FIXED, VARIABLE
12V TRIG. MAIN [xxxxx] OFF, CTRL, ZONE, INPUT, HDMIA,
HDMIB
12V TRIG. ZONE2 [xxxx] OFF, CTRL, ZONE, MAIN
12V TRIG. ZONE3 [xxxx] OFF, CTRL, ZONE, MAIN
TUNER FM MODE [xxxxxx] STEREO, MONO
SETTINGS
FMxx
NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx]
AMxx
NAME IN ? [xxxxxxxx]

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Menu Item Parameter
AUDIO D.L.L. [xxxxx] AUTO2, AUTO1, OFF
SETTINGS
S.OPTIMIZER [xxxxxx] NORMAL, LOW, OFF
LFE TIME [xxxxxms] –20.0 ms to +20.0 ms (0.5 ms Interval)
S.WOOFER LPF [xxx] ON, OFF
S.WOOFER MUTING [xxx] ON, OFF
A/V SYNC [xxxxxxxxx] HDMI AUTO, 0 ms to 1200 ms (10 ms
interval)
DUAL MONO [xxxxxxxx] MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB
DEC. PRIORITY [xxxx] AUTO, PCM
D. RANGE COMP. [xxxx] ON, AUTO, OFF
VIDEO RESOLUTION [xxxxxxxx] DIRECT, AUTO, 480/576i, 480/576p, 720p,
SETTINGS 1080i, 1080p
ZONE RESO. [xxxxxxxx] DIRECT, 480/576i, 480/576p, 720p, 1080i
HDMI CTRL FOR HDMI [xxx] ON, OFF
SETTINGS
PASS THROUGH [xxxx] ON, AUTO, OFF
H.A.T.S. [xxx] ON, OFF
ZONE2 OUT [xxx] ON, OFF
PRIORITY [xxxxxxxxxx] MAIN&ZONE2, MAIN ONLY
AUDIO OUT [xxxxxx] AMP, TV+AMP
SW LEVEL [xxxxx] AUTO, +10 dB, 0 dB
FAST VIEW [xxxx] AUTO, OFF
SYSTEM RS232C CONTROL [xxx] ON, OFF
SETTINGS
NETWORK STANDBY [xxx] ON, OFF
AUTO STANDBY [xxx] ON, OFF
VERSION [xxxx] –

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To change the display
The display panel provides various
information of the receiver status such as

Adjusting Settings
sound field.
1 Select the input for which you want to
check the information.
2 Press DISPLAY MODE on the receiver
repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY MODE, the
display will change as follows.
Input you selected t Sound field type t
Stream information* t Input name you
entered ...
* Stream information may not be displayed.

When listening to FM and AM radio

Station name t Frequency t Sound field
type ...
Index name appears only when you have
assigned one to the input or preset station.
Index name does not appear when only
blank spaces have been entered.

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 • Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
Additional Information excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
Precautions that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.

On safety
On cleaning
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with soft
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it
dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
checked by qualified personnel before
scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or
operating it any further.
benzine.

On power sources If you have any questions or problems

• Before operating the receiver, check that the concerning your receiver, please consult your
operating voltage is identical with your local nearest Sony dealer.
power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate on the back of the receiver.
• 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.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.

On heat buildup
Although the receiver heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you
continuously use this receiver at a large
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably*. To avoid
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
* The top of the cabinet may become too hot to touch.

On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the receiver.

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 because current is flowing in the internal
Troubleshooting circuits of the receiver, and this is normal.

If you experience any of the following

difficulties while using the receiver, use this
Video
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
There is no picture or an unclear

Additional Information
problem. Should any problem persist, consult picture appears on the TV screen or
your nearest Sony dealer. monitor, regardless of type of picture.
• Select the appropriate input on the receiver
(page 51).
General • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your TV away from the audio
The receiver is turned off
automatically. equipment.
• Assign the component video input
• “Auto Standby” is set to “On” (page 119).
correctly (page 88).
• The sleep timer function is working
• The input signal should be same as input
(page 92).
when you are up-converting an input
• “PROTECTOR” is working (page 139).
signal with this receiver (page 21).
The receiver is turned on automatically. • Make sure that cables are correctly and
securely connected to equipment.
• “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” or
• Depending on the playback equipment,
“Pass Through” is set to “Off.” In this case,
equipment may need to be set up. Refer to
the receiver may be turned on by operating
the operating instructions supplied with
other equipment connected to it.
the equipment.
No picture and no sound are output, or
the picture and sound are corrupted. Images appear later than the
associated sound is played.
• The receiver is placed near equipment
• Depending on the equipment connected to
such as a television, VCR, or tape deck.
the HDMI jack, or the source played back,
If the receiver is being used in
images may appear later than the
combination with a television, VCR, or
associated sound. In this case, change the
tape deck, and is placed too close to that
setting of “A/V Sync” in the Audio
equipment, noise may result, and picture
Settings menu (page 107).
quality may suffer. This is especially likely
when using an indoor antenna (aerial).
Recording cannot be carried out.
Therefore, we recommend using an
• Check that the equipment is connected
outdoor antenna (aerial).
correctly (page 30).
The top of the receiver is hot. • Select the source equipment (page 51).
• Check the connection of the recording
• Phenomenon is specific to this amplifier.
deck according to the video signals you
This is not a malfunction. If “Control for
want to record. Analog input signals
HDMI” or “Network Standby” is set to
(composite video) can be output only from
“On,” or “Pass Through” is set to “On,” or
the analog output jacks.
“Auto,” the power for zone 2 or zone 3 is
• Video input signals via the HDMI IN jacks
turned on, the top of the receiver may
cannot be recorded.
become hot even while the receiver is in
standby mode. This condition occurs

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 • Copyright protection to prevent recording • When the Zone2 Out function is enabled
is contained in the sources. In this case, and you select the same HDMI input for
you may not be able to record from the both the main zone and zone 2, there may
sources. be some interference on the audio and
• Set “Auto Standby” to “Off” (page 119). video signals in the main zone and zone 2.
While only composite video signals are To avoid possible interference in the main
being recorded, the auto standby function zone, you can place priority on the main
of the receiver may start up and interrupt zone for HDMI input selection (page 80).
the recording. • Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
HDMI jack corresponding to a High Speed
Specific type of image is not output or HDMI cable when you want to view
corrupted. images or listen to sound, especially for
Component video output 1080p, Deep Color, or 3D or 4K
• The resolution of output signals from the transmissions.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks may 4K image
not be supported by your TV. In this case, • Depending on the TV or video equipment,
select the appropriate resolution on the 4K images may not be displayed. Check
receiver (page 109). the video capability and setting of your TV
• COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT or video device. Also, make sure to
jacks have restrictions on resolution when connect the video equipment to an
the resolution of video signals protected available 4K HDMI IN jack of the
by copyright technology is converted. The receiver.
resolution of the signals output to the
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT 3D image
jacks is converted up to 480p/576p. • Depending on the TV or the video
equipment, 3D images may not be
HDMI output
displayed. Check the 3D image formats
• The output of the HDMI video signals of supported by the receiver (page 143).
the receiver may be set to “OFF.” In this
case, select “HDMI A” or “HDMI B” VCR
using the HDMI OUTPUT button • If you use a VCR without an image
(page 86). improvement circuit, such as TBC, the
• When “Zone2 Out” is set to “Off,” no images may be distorted.
signals from HDMI ZONE 2 will be
output. When you select “My Video,” “My
Music,” “My Photo,” “Internet Music,”
• GUI and upconverted video signals will
“Network,” or “Sony Entertainment
not be output from the HDMI ZONE 2 Network” from the Watch/Listen menu,
OUT jack. no picture is output.
• The audio and video signals of the HDMI • Select “BD” or “DVD” using INPUT
IN jacks will not be output from the HDMI SELECTOR on the receiver once, then set
ZONE 2 OUT jack when the same input is “Playback Resolution” to “480i/576i” or
selected for both the main zone and zone 2 “480p/576p”in the Video Settings menu
and the GUI menu is displayed on the TV using the GUI (page 112), and select the
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The Pass Through function does not • When the Zone2 Out function is enabled
work. and you select the same HDMI input for
• “HDMI B” or “Off” is selected. Select both the main zone and zone 2, there may
“HDMI A” using the HDMI OUTPUT be some interference on the audio and
button. video signals in the main zone and zone 2.
• When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” To avoid possible interference in the main
and “Pass Through” is set to “Auto,” the zone, you can place priority on the main

Additional Information
receiver saves power consumption in zone for HDMI input selection (page 80).
standby mode according to the TV status. • Sound may be interrupted when the
To enable the power saving, the “Control sampling frequency, the number of
for HDMI” on the TV should be set channels or audio format of audio output
effective. If it is not effective, set “Pass signals from the playback equipment is
Through” on the receiver to “On.” switched.
• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod/iPhone to
“Off” or “Flat.”
Audio
There is severe hum or noise.
There is no sound, no matter which • Check that the speakers and equipment are
equipment is selected, or only a very connected correctly.
low-level sound is heard. • Check that the connecting cords are away
• Check that the speakers and equipment are from a transformer or motor, and at least
connected correctly. 3 meters away from a TV set or
• Check that both the receiver and all fluorescent light.
equipment are turned on. • Move your TV away from the audio
• Check that MASTER VOLUME control is equipment.
not set at –∞ dB. Try to set it at about • Make sure you have grounded the
–40 dB. U SIGNAL GND terminal (only when a
• Check that SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) turntable is connected).
is not set to OFF (page 47). • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
• Press MUTING on the remote control to with a cloth slightly moistened with
cancel the muting function. alcohol.
• Try pressing the input button on the remote
control or INPUT SELECTOR on the There is no sound from specific
receiver to select the equipment of your speaker(s).
choice. Front
• Check that headphones are not connected. • Connect headphones to the PHONES jack
• When you want to listen to the sound from to verify that sound is output to the
the TV speaker, set “Audio Out” to headphones.
“TV+AMP” in the HDMI Settings menu. If only one channel is output to the
If set to “AMP,” the sound is not output headphones, check that all the cords are
through the TV speaker. If you output the fully inserted into the jacks on both the
multi-channel sound from the receiver, set receiver and the equipment.
to “AMP.” If both channels are output to the
headphones, check the connection of the
front speaker which is not outputting any
sound.

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 • Make sure you have connected both the L HDMI input
and R jacks to a monaural device, analog • When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used,
device requires both L and R jack the sound is not output. Use other sound
connections. Use a monaural-stereo cable field (page 61).
(not supplied). However, there will be no • Check the HDMI connection (page 30, 32,
sound from the center speaker when a 33, 35).
sound field (Pro Logic, etc.) is selected. • Check that you use an HDMI cable that
Center/surround/surround back/front have an HDMI logo authorized by HDMI
high speaker(s) Licensing LLC.
• Check that the speaker settings are • Depending on the playback equipment,
appropriate for the setup using “Auto equipment may need to be set up. Refer to
Calibration” or “Speaker Connection” in the operating instructions supplied with
the Speaker Settings menu. And then the equipment.
check that sound is output from each • Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
speaker correctly, using “Test Tone” in the HDMI jack corresponding to High Speed
Speaker Settings menu. HDMI cable when you view images or
• Select the “HD-D.C.S.” sound field listen to sound during a 1080p, Deep
(page 62). Color, or 3D or 4K transmissions.
• Adjust the speaker level (page 103). • Sound may not be output from the receiver
• Make sure the center/surround/front high while the GUI appears on the TV screen.
speaker(s) is (are) set to either “Small” or Press HOME to turn the GUI off.
“Large.” • Audio signals (format, sampling
frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted
Surround back from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by
• Some discs have no Dolby Digital the connected equipment. Check the setup
Surround EX information. of the connected equipment if an image is
• If the speaker pattern is set so that there are poor or the sound does not come out of a
no surround back speakers, the input device connected via the HDMI cable.
signals to the SUR BACK jacks are • When the connected equipment is not
invalid, because the receiver cannot down- compatible with copyright protection
mix the surround back channels. technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
Subwoofer sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be
• Check that the subwoofer is connected distorted or may not be output. In this case,
correctly and securely. check the specification of the connected
• Make sure you have turned on your equipment.
subwoofer. • Set the image resolution of the player to
more than 720p/1080i to enjoy High
There is no sound from a specific Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio,
device. Dolby TrueHD).
• Check that the device is connected • The image resolution of player may need
correctly to the audio input jacks for that certain settings be made before you can
device. enjoy DSD and multi-channel Linear
• Check that the cord(s) used for the PCM. Refer to the operating instructions
connection is (are) fully inserted into the of the player.
jacks on both the receiver and the device. • Make sure the TV is compatible with the
• Set the INPUT MODE to “AUTO” System Audio Control function.
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• If the TV does not have System Audio Analog 2 channel input
Control function, set the “Audio Out” • Check to make sure the selected audio
settings in the HDMI Settings menu to (analog) input jack is not assigned to other
– “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the inputs in “Audio Input Assign” in the
sound from the TV speaker and Input Settings menu (page 88).
receiver.
– “AMP” if you want to listen to the The left and right sounds are

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sound from the receiver. When you unbalanced or reversed.
connect the receiver to a video device • Check that the speakers and equipment are
(projector, etc.), sound may not be connected correctly.
output from the receiver. In this case, • Adjust the balance parameters using the
select “AMP.” “Speaker Setup” in the Speaker Settings
• You cannot listen to the sound of a device menu.
connected to the receiver while a TV is • Adjust the level of the speakers.
selected as the input on the receiver.
– Be sure to change the input of the Dolby Digital or DTS multi-channel
receiver to HDMI when you want to sound is not reproduced.
watch a program on a device connected • Check that the DVD, etc., you are playing
to the receiver. is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS
– Change the TV channel when you want format.
to watch a TV broadcast. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to
– Be sure to select the correct equipment the digital input jacks of this receiver,
or input you want when you watch a make sure the digital audio output setting
program from the equipment connected on the connected equipment.
to the TV. • You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-
• When using the Control for HDMI HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), DSD,
function, you cannot control the connected and multi-channel Linear PCM with an
equipment using TV’s remote control. HDMI connection only.
– Depending on the connected equipment
and TV, you may need to set up the Multi-channel sound cannot be output.
HDMI setting of the equipment and TV. • When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On,”
Refer to the operation instructions “Audio Out” may be automatically set to
supplied with the equipment and TV. “AMP.” In this case, set “Audio Out” to
– Change the input of the receiver to the “AMP.”
HDMI input connected to the
equipment. The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
Coaxial/optical input • Make sure the sound field function is on
• When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used, (press MOVIE/HD-D.C.S. or MUSIC).
the sound is not output. Use other sound • “PLII (Movie/Music),” “PLIIx (Movie/
field (page 61). Music),” “PLIIz Height,” and “Neo:X
• Check the INPUT MODE (page 87). (Cinema/Music/Game)” do not work
• Check to make sure the selected audio when the speaker pattern is set to 2/0 or 2/
(digital) input jack is not assigned to other 0.1.
inputs in “Audio Input Assign” in the
Input Settings menu (page 88).

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The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp The H.A.T.S. function does not work.
does not light up in blue. • “Audio Out” is set to “TV+AMP.” Select
• Check that the playback equipment is “AMP” for “Audio Out.”
connected on a digital jack and the input is • When the A.F.D. mode is set to “Multi
selected properly on this receiver. Stereo,” the H.A.T.S. function does not
• Check whether the input source of the work.
software being played back corresponds to • The H.A.T.S. function may not work,
the multi-channel format. depending on the settings.
• Check whether the setup on the playback
equipment is set to multi-channel sound.
• Check to make sure the selected audio Tuner
(digital) input jack is not assigned to other
inputs in “Audio Input Assign” in the The FM reception is poor.
Input Settings menu (page 88). • Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
Recording cannot be carried out. antenna (aerial) as shown below. If you
• Check that the equipment is connected connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna
correctly (page 37). (aerial), ground it against lightning. To
• Select the source equipment (page 51). prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the
• Audio input signals via the HDMI IN and ground (earth) wire to a gas pipe.
MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks cannot
Outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
be recorded.
• Check the connection of the recording
deck according to the audio signals you Receiver
want to record. Analog input signals can
be output only from the analog output
jacks.

A test tone is not output from the

speakers. Ground (earth)
• The speaker cords may not be connected wire (not supplied)
securely. Check to see if they are To ground
connected securely and cannot be
disconnected by pulling on them slightly.
• The speaker cords may have the short- Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
circuit problem. • Check that the antennas (aerials) are
connected securely. Adjust the antennas
A test tone is output from a different (aerials) and connect an external antenna
speaker than the speaker displayed on (aerial), if necessary.
the screen. • The signal strength of the stations is too
• The speaker configuration set up is weak with automatic tuning. Use direct
incorrect. Make sure that the speaker tuning.
connections and the configuration match • No stations have been preset or the preset
correctly. stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations is used). Preset the
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 • Press DISPLAY MODE on the receiver so • The number of files in a folder has
that the frequency appears on the display exceeded 500 (including folders).
window. • Files that are encrypted or protected by
passwords, etc. cannot be played back.
• If you play back music files stored on a
USB device WALKMAN using the receiver, move the
files to the WALKMAN from a computer

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The USB device is not recognized. by drag & drop, then save them on the
• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the WALKMAN in a format supported by the
USB device. Turn on the receiver again receiver (e.g., MP3).
and reconnect the USB device. * This receiver supports FAT12/16/32, VFAT, or
• Connect the supported USB device. NTFS, but some USB device may not support all
• The USB device does not work properly. of these file systems.
Refer to the USB device operating For details, refer to the operating instruction of
each USB device or contact the manufacturer.
instruction on how to deal with this
problem. The USB device cannot be connected
into the (USB) port.
Content on the USB device is not
displayed. • The USB device is being connected upside
down. Connect the USB device in the
• The hierarchy of folders has exceeded 4
correct orientation.
levels. The receiver can display content in
only up to 4 levels (including the “ROOT” Erroneous display.
folder). However, folders in a 4th level
• The data stored in the USB device may
folder are not displayed.
have been corrupted.
No sound is output. • The character codes that can be displayed
by this receiver are as follows:
• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the
– Upper case (A to Z)
USB device. Turn on the receiver again
– Lower case (a to z)
and reconnect the USB device.
– Numbers (0 to 9)
• Connect the supported USB device.
– Symbols (’ < > * + , – . / @ [ \ ] _ ‘)
• Press N to start playback.
Other characters may not be displayed
• When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used,
correctly.
the sound is not output. Use other sound
field (page 61). It takes a long time before playback
• The music data itself contains noise, or the starts.
sound is distorted. • The reading process can take a long time
• Depending on the file format, there may be in the following cases.
files that sometimes cannot be played – There are many folders or files on the
back. For details, see “Network/USB” USB device.
(page 23). – The file structure is extremely complex.
• USB device formatted with file systems – The memory capacity is excessive.
other than FAT12/16/32, VFAT, or NTFS – The internal memory is fragmented.
are unsupported.* Thus, we recommend following the
• If you use partitioned USB device, only guideline.
audio files on the first partition can be – Total files per folder: 500 or less
played back.
• Playback is possible up to 4 levels
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 – Is the settings to make sure that they
iPod/iPhone match the router’s settings (DHCP or
fixed IP address)?
The iPod/iPhone cannot be charged. • When using a computer, check the
• Check that the receiver is turned on. following:
• Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected – The built-in firewall settings for the
firmly. computer’s operating system.
– The firewall settings of your security
The iPod/iPhone cannot be operated. software. To check the firewall settings
• Check that you have removed the protect of your security software, refer to your
case of the iPod/iPhone. security software’s Help section.
• Depending on the contents of the iPod/ • Register the receiver with the server. For
iPhone, it may take time to start playback. details, refer to the instructions supplied
• Turn off the receiver, then disconnect the with the server.
iPod/iPhone. Turn on the receiver again • Wait for a few moments, and then try
and reconnect the iPod/iPhone. connecting to the server again.
• You are using an unsupported iPod/
iPhone. See “Made for iPod/iPhone Cannot find or play back the content on
models” (page 53) for the supported the server.
device types. • On the “My Music” and “My Photo”
screens, the receiver displays only the
The ringtones volume of the iPhone content that can be played back with the
does not change. receiver from among the content offered
• Adjust the ringtones volume using the by the server within the DLNA guidelines.
controls on the iPhone. • There may be content that is not played
back or displayed even if that content is
defined in the DLNA guidelines.
Network
Cannot access the receiver from “ES
Cannot connect to the network. Remote” or the DLNA controller.
• Check the network connection (page 44) • Make sure the controller you want to use is
and the Network Settings menu set to “Allow” in “Renderer Access
(page 116). Control” (page 116).
• Check to see if the port you want to use to • If you set “Auto Access Permission” to
connect the system to a network is “On” in “Renderer Options” (page 116),
activated. any controller detected can be available
automatically.
Cannot find the server. • Is the network controller listed on
• Search the server using “Connection “Renderer Options,” and is it set to
Server Settings” in the Network Settings “Allow”?
menu (page 116). If the box is not checked, check the box for
• Check the following: “Auto Access Permission,” and return to
– Is the router turned on? the home menu. Then, operate the receiver
– If there is another device between the using the network controller once, and
receiver and the router, check that then uncheck the box for “Auto Access
device is turned on. Permission,” if necessary.
– Are all of the cables connected correctly
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 • If the network controller is a computer • Check the Control for HDMI settings on
software controller, is the software filtered the connected equipment. Refer to the
by antivirus software or firewall software? operating instructions of the connected
Permit UPnP communications between equipment.
the software and the receiver. For details, • If you change the HDMI connection,
refer to the operating instructions of the connect/disconnect the AC power cord
antivirus software, firewall software, or (mains lead), or there is a power failure,

Additional Information
network controller software. repeat the procedures of “Preparing for the
“BRAVIA” Sync” (page 83).
• When you select “HDMI OUT B” or
Internet content “OFF,” the Control for HDMI function
does not work properly.
The picture/sound is poor/certain • If you select “HDMI OUT A” after you
programs display with a loss of detail, have selected “HDMI OUT B” or “OFF,”
especially during fast motion or dark the Control for HDMI function may not
scenes.
work properly for a while. This is because
• Picture/sound quality may be poor, the equipment connected to the HDMI
depending on Internet content providers. OUT A jack must re-recognize the
• Picture/sound quality may be improved by receiver that is equipped with the Control
changing the connection speed. for HDMI function. If the Control for
• Not all content contain sound. HDMI function does not work properly for
a long time, perform the steps given in
The picture is small.
“Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync”
• Press V to zoom in. (page 83).
• The types and the number of devices
Cannot play back content.
which can be controlled by the “BRAVIA”
• Some Internet content requires registration
Sync feature are restricted in the HDMI
via a computer before it can be played.
CEC standard as follows.
– Recording equipment (Blu-ray Disc
recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to 3
“BRAVIA” Sync (Control for devices
HDMI) – Playback equipment (Blu-ray Disc
Player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3
“Control for HDMI” cannot be set to devices
“On.”
– Tuner-related equipment: up to 4
• Set “Zone2 Out” in the “HDMI Settings” devices (The receiver uses one of them
to “Off.” for its GUI operations.)
– Audio System (AV Receiver) : up to 1
The Control for HDMI function does not
work. devices
• Check the HDMI connection (page 28, 30,
32, 33).
• Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to
“On” in the HDMI Settings menu.
• When “Zone2 Out” is set to “On,” the
Control for HDMI function does not work.
• Make sure the connected equipment is
compatible with the Control for HDMI
function.
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When you try to use the One-Touch • Press ?/1 on the remote control to turn the
Play function, input is not switched as receiver off and then on again.
intended. • Hold down ?/1 on the receiver until the
• Check to see if “Zone2 Out” is set to “Off.” lamp above the button flashes in green to
• Check the assignment of the HDMI input reboot the receiver.
(page 88). When you assign multiple
inputs to the same HDMI input jack, if you
use the One-Touch Play function on the Universal Remote Control
equipment connected to the HDMI input,
the input you have assigned last is The Universal Remote Control function
does not work.
preferentially selected.
• Make sure the connections required are
The Audio Return Channel (ARC) does made.
not work. If the trouble is other than one of the cases
• Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to described above and the trouble is not
“On” in the HDMI Settings menu. solved even if you wait for a while,
• Make sure that the INPUT MODE for perform either of the operations below.
“TV” is set to “AUTO” (page 87). • Press ?/1 on the remote control to turn the
receiver off and then on again.
• Hold down ?/1 on the receiver until the
Remote control lamp above the button flashes in green to
reboot the receiver.
The remote control does not function. • If the remote sensor of the receiver and
• Point the remote control at the remote that of another Sony product face the same
sensor on the receiver (page 11). direction, interference may occur. In this
• Remove any obstacles in the path between case, set the remote sensors so that they
the remote control and the receiver. face different directions or use an IR shield
• Replace all the batteries in the remote on the other Sony product to shield the IR
control with new ones, if they are weak. from interference from the receiver IR
• When you start operating the receiver, remote.
make sure to press AMP on the remote • Make sure the receiver is connected to the
control first. Otherwise, operations that Internet.
follow may not be aimed at the receiver. • Press ROOM OFF on the remote control to
Then select the devices you want to use by turn off the receiver and the AV
pressing one of the input buttons. equipment.
• Make sure that the command modes of the
receiver and the remote control are the
same. If the command mode of the Lighting Control
receiver and the remote control are
different, you cannot operate the receiver The lighting device cannot be
with the remote control (page 92). identified.
• Make sure you select the correct input on • Try pressing the button on the top of the
the remote control. lighting device 4 times. Then repeat this
procedure more than once.
If the trouble is other than one of the cases • If the LED continues blinking weakly,
described above and the trouble is not solved press and hold the button on the lighting
even if you wait for a while, perform either of device for 5 seconds then tap four times on
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 • To reset the lighting device, press the SPEAKER SHORTED
button on the top of the lighting device 13 Irregular current is output to the speakers
times. The LED will turn to red and then due to a short circuit on the speaker
back to green or emit an orange-yellow terminals. The receiver will automatically
strobe. turn off after a few seconds. If the protective
device on the receiver is activated due to a
The lighting device cannot be

Additional Information
operated. short-circuit problem, turn off the receiver.
Check the connection of the speakers and
• The device may be updating its software.
turn on the power again.
Wait for about half an hour until the update
is completed. FAN STOPPED
• It may be off-line. Wait for half an hour
Check that the ventilation hole on the top of
until the device returns online.
the receiver is not blocked.
• Reset the lighting device and delete the
identified device on the receiver. Reboot “A new software version is available.
the receiver and then set up the Lighting Please go to the “Setup” section of the
Control function again. Also perform the menu and select “Network Update” to
procedures necessary to reset the lighting perform the update.” appears on the TV
device described above. screen.
See “Network Update” (page 120) to update
The Lighting Control function doesn’t the receiver to a newer software version.
work.
• The Lighting Control Adapter may have Video cannot be output from this jack.
been unplugged while the power was on • If you use the receiver in the main zone,
and the system data may be corrupted. connect the receiver to a TV via an HDMI
Reset the lighting device and delete the cable.
identified devices on the receiver. Then • If you connect the receiver to a TV via a
reboot the receiver and set up the Lighting video cord, set “Playback Resolution” to
Control function again. “480i/576i” (page 112).
• Hold down ?/1 on the receiver until the • If you connect the receiver to a TV via a
lamp above ?/1 flashes in green to reboot component video cord, set “Playback
the receiver. Resolution” to a parameter appropriate to
your TV (page 112).

Error messages
You can check the status of the receiver by the
message. See the following to solve the
problem. If any problem persists, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

PROTECTOR
The receiver is covered and ventilation holes
are blocked. The receiver will automatically
turn off after a few seconds. Remove the
object covering the upper panel of the
receiver and turn on the power again.

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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
Display Explanation
Code 30 Headphones are connected. Remove the headphones and perform auto calibration again.
Code 31 SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) is set to OFF. Set to other speaker settings and reperform the
measurement.
Code 32 None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the plug of the optimizer microphone is
inserted all the way inside the AUTO CAL MIC jack, then reperform the Auto Calibration
function.
Code 33 • None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.
• The optimizer microphone is not connected. Make sure that the plug of the optimizer
microphone is inserted all the way inside the AUTO CAL MIC jack, then reperform the
Auto Calibration function.
• Either the left or right surround speaker is not connected.
• Surround back speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not meant to be
connected. Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SURROUND terminals.
• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) R
terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the
SURROUND BACK (ZONE 2) L terminals.
• Only one front high speaker is connected. Connect the front high speaker to each of the
FRONT HIGH terminals.
• Front high speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not connected.
Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SURROUND terminals.
Code 34 Speakers are not placed in the proper position. Speakers or an optimizer microphone on the
right or left may be placed wrongly. See “1: Installing speakers” (page 24) and check the
speaker position.
Warning 40 The measurement process has completed with high noise level detection. You may be able to
achieve better results if you try in a quite environment again.
Warning 41 The input from the microphone is too big.
Warning 42 • It may be too close the distance between the speaker and the microphone.
Retry the measurement after setting apart from each other.
• When you use the receiver as a pre-amplifier, either messages may appear, depending on
the power amplifier you connect. However, there will be no problems, even if you continue
to use the receiver without changes.
Warning 43 The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. Or the angle of the speaker
position cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise. Try to perform the measurement
in a quiet environment.
Warning 44 Measurement has been completed. However the speakers are not placed in the proper position
with respect to each other. See “1: Installing speakers” (page 24) and check the relative
positions of the speakers.
NO WARNING There is no warning information.

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Clearing the memory Specifications
Reference sections
AUDIO POWER
To clear See SPECIFICATIONS

Additional Information
All memorized settings page 95 POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
Rebooting the receiver 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 130 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than
If the buttons on the receiver or the remote
0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250
control do not work due to a malfunction of the
milliwatts to rated output.
receiver, reboot the receiver.
Hold down ?/1 for 10 seconds. Amplifier section
When the lamp above ?/1 flashes in green, the POWER OUTPUT1) 2)
reboot starts. Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz,
THD 0.09%):
130 W + 130 W
About support information
Reference Power Output at Stereo Mode
Refer to the following web site for details of (4 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz,
the latest information on the receiver. THD 0.15%):
http://www.sony.com/essupport 130 W + 130 W
Reference Power Output
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
FRONT:
140 W + 140 W
FRONT HIGH:
140 W + 140 W
CENTER: 140 W
SURROUND:
140 W + 140 W
SURROUND BACK:
140 W + 140 W
Reference Power Output
(4 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
FRONT:
130 W + 130 W
FRONT HIGH:
130 W + 130 W
CENTER: 130 W
SURROUND:
130 W + 130 W
SURROUND BACK:
130 W + 130 W
1)
Measured under the following conditions:
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
2) Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.
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Frequency response3) AM tuner section
PHONO RIAA equalization Tuning scale Tuning range
curve ± 1.0 dB (20 Hz – 10 kHz step 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz
20 kHz)
9 kHz step 531 kHz – 1,710 kHz
MULTI CHANNEL 10 Hz – 100 kHz
INPUT, SA-CD/CD, ± 3 dB Antenna (aerial) Loop antenna (aerial)
MD/TAPE, TV,
VIDEO 1/2, DVD, SAT/
Video section
CATV, GAME
Inputs/Outputs
Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Inputs (Analog)
COMPONENT VIDEO:
PHONO Sensitivity: 2.5 mV Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Impedance: 50 kohms
PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S/N3): 90 dB (A,
20 kHz LPF) PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
80 MHz HD Pass Through
MULTI CHANNEL Sensitivity: 150 mV
INPUT, SA-CD/CD, Impedance: 50 kohms
MD/TAPE, TV, S/N3): 105 dB (A,
VIDEO 1/2, DVD, SAT/ 20 kHz LPF. 500 mV)
CATV, GAME
3)
When “A.Direct” is being used.

Inputs (Digital)
IN 1 (DVD), IN 2 Impedance: 75 ohms
(VIDEO 1), IN 3 (SA- S/N: 96 dB (A, 20 kHz
CD/CD) (Coaxial) LPF)
IN 1 (GAME), IN 2 S/N: 96 dB
(SAT/CATV), IN 3 (TV) (A, 20 kHz LPF)
(Optical)

Outputs
MD/TAPE, VIDEO 1, Voltage:150 mV
ZONE 2, ZONE 3 Impedance: 1 kohm
(AUDIO OUT)
FRONT L/R, CENTER, Voltage: 2 V
SURROUND L/R, Impedance: 1 kohm
SURROUND BACK L/R,
FRONT HIGH L/R,
SUBWOOFER

FM tuner section
Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz
Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial) terminals
75 ohms, unbalanced

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HDMI Video
Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block)

3D
Format 2D Frame packing Side-by-Side Over-Under
(Half) (Top-and-Bottom)
4096 × 2160p @ 23.98/24 Hz a – – –

Additional Information
3840 × 2160p @ 29.97/30 Hz a – – –
3840 × 2160p @ 25 Hz a – – –
3840 × 2160p @ 23.98/24 Hz a – – –
1920 × 1080p @ 59.94/60 Hz a – a a
1920 × 1080p @ 50 Hz a – a a
1920 × 1080p @ 29.97/30 Hz a a a a
1920 × 1080p @ 25 Hz a a a a
1920 × 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz a a a a
1920 × 1080i @ 59.94/60 Hz a a a a
1920 × 1080i @ 50 Hz a a a a
1280 × 720p @ 59.94/60 Hz a a a a
1280 × 720p @ 50 Hz a a a a
1280 × 720p @ 29.97/30 Hz a a a a
1280 × 720p @ 23.98/24 Hz a a a a
720 × 480p @ 59.94/60 Hz a – – –
720 × 576p @ 50 Hz a – – –
640 × 480p @ 59.94/60 Hz a – – –

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General
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption 500 W
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.5 W (When “Control for
HDMI” (page 114), “Pass
Through” (page 114),
“Network Standby”
(page 116), and “RS232C
Control” (page 120) are set
to “Off,” and the power for
zone 2/zone 3 is turned
off.)
Dimensions 430 mm × 187.5 mm ×
420 mm
(17 in × 7 1/2 in × 16 5/8 in)
(width/height/depth)
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.) 18.0 kg (39 lb 11 oz)

Supplied accessories
Operating Instructions (this manual)
Quick Setup Guide (1)
Optimizer microphone ECM-AC1 (1)
FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
Remote control (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Speaker cord connection tool (1)
Lighting Control Adapter (USB Wireless
Adapter UWA-C4Z) (1)
IR blaster (4)

Design and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

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Index
Symbols Changing the display 127
U SIGNAL GND terminal 41 Clear
receiver 95

Additional Information
Concertgebouw Amsterdam 64, 65
Numerics Connection Server Settings 116
12V Trigger 118 Connections
2 channel 61 antenna (aerial) 40
2ch Analog Direct 61 audio equipment 37
2ch Stereo (mode) 61 monitor 28
3D Output Settings 113 Network 44
5.1 channel 24 speakers 26
7.1 channel 24 video equipment 30
9.1 channel 24 Control for HDMI 114
Crossover Frequency 103
A
A.F.D. (mode) 62 D
A/V Sync 107 D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
AC power cord (mains lead) 45 99
AM 57 Decode Priority 107
Antenna (aerial) 40 Digital Legato Linear (D.L.L.) 106
Audio Input Assign 88, 115 Direct Tuning 58
Audio Out 113 Display 13, 122
Audio Return Channel (ARC) 85, 87 Distance Unit 105
Audio Settings 106 DLNA 54
Auto Calibration 99 Dual Mono 106
Auto Calibration Setup 99 DVD player 30
Auto Standby 119 Dynamic Range Compressor 107
Auto Tuning 58
Automatic Phase Matching 101
AV Equipment Control 117 E
Easy Automation 71
Easy Setup 46, 99
B Effect type 63
Bass 66 Equalizer 66, 106
Berlin Philharmonic Hall 64 ES Remote 91
Bi-amplifier connection 94 External Control 116
Blu-ray Disc Player 30

F
C Fast View 115
Cable box 33 Favorites 50
Calibration Type 100 FM 57
Camcorder 35 FM Mode 58
CD player 37 Front Reference Type 100
Center Analog Down Mix 105
Center Speaker Lift Up 102
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GUI (Graphical User Interface) 28, 49 Muting 51

H N
H.A.T.S. 114 Name In 101
HD-D.C.S. 62 Name Input 59
HD-D.C.S. (Effect type) 63 Neo:X (Cinema) 62
HDMI Settings 113 Neo:X (Game) 64
Home Control Settings 117 Neo:X (Music) 64
Home Theater Control 85 Network Settings 116
Network Standby 116
Network Update 120
I
Initialize Personal Information 120
Input Edit 115 O
INPUT MODE 87 One-Touch Play 84
Input Settings 115
Internet content 56 P
Internet Settings 116 Pass Through 86, 114
iPod/iPhone 53 Phase Audio 104
Phase Noise 104
J PHONES 12
Jazz Club 64 Playback Resolution 112
PlayStation 3 32
PLII (Movie) 62
L PLII (Music) 64
L.F.E. (Low Frequency Effect) 13 PLIIx (Movie) 62
Language 119 PLIIx (Music) 64
Large 103 PLIIz Height 62, 64, 65
LFE Time Alignment 106 Portable Audio 64
Lighting Control 73, 117 Position 99
Lighting Scenes 74, 117 Preset stations 59
Line Out 79, 118 Priority 114
Listen 51 PROTECTOR 139
Live Concert 64

R
M Recording 92
MASTER VOLUME 12, 51 Registration 117
MD deck 41 Remote control 18–19, 46, 68–70
Menu 50, 96 Renderer Access Control 116
Messages Renderer Options 116
Auto Calibration 140 Resetting
Error 139 receiver 95
Mid 66 Resolution 109
Movie 62 ROOM OFF 70
Movie Height 62 RS232C Control 120
Multi Zone 75
Music 64

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Satellite tuner 33 Up converting 21
Scene Select 85 USB 52
Screen Format 113 User Reference Edit 100
Server
Preparing 49 V
Setting menu 96

Additional Information
VCR 34
Settings 96 VIDEO 2 IN jacks 35
Settings Lock 119 Video Input Assign 88, 115
Sleep timer 92 Video Settings 109
Small 103 Virtual Front High 101
Software License 120 Vocal Height 64
Software Update Notification 120
Sound Effects 61
Sound Field 61, 108 W
Sound Optimizer 66, 106 WALKMAN 52
Speaker Connection 101 Watch 51
Speaker impedance 47, 105
Speaker Pair Match 100 Z
Speaker pattern 101 Zone Control 118
Speaker Relocation 102 Zone Resolution 111
Speaker Settings 99 Zone Settings 118
Speaker Setup 103 Zone Setup 118
SPEAKER SHORTED 139 Zone2 Out 114
SPEAKERS (A/B/A+B/OFF) 11, 47
Sports 64
Stadium 64
Subwoofer Level 113
Subwoofer Low Pass Filter 107
Subwoofer Muting 106
Super Audio CD player 37
Surround Back Assign 101
Surround Speaker Position 102
System Audio Control 84
System Information 120
System Power-Off 84
System Settings 119

T
Tape deck 41
Test Tone 104
TONE 12, 95
Treble 66
Tuning 58, 59
Turntable 41
TV Control 117
TV Type 113

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