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Brand | Sony |
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Model | 5950DP |
Category | Home Theater System |
Language | English |
Covers fire, shock hazards, ventilation, liquid placement, and general safety for US and Canadian customers, plus CATV installer notes.
Explains how area codes are displayed on the rear panel and affect operation.
Highlights specific buttons on the RM-AAP001 remote that are not used for receiver operation.
Lists various components and their connection types, referencing relevant pages for detailed instructions.
Details the types of optional connection cords (A-G) required for system setup, including diagrams.
Illustrates how to connect audio jacks for DVD players, TV monitors, and satellite tuners using specific cords.
Shows how to connect component video jacks from sources like DVD players and TVs for higher quality video.
Explains how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player using required cords, noting compatibility and specific input jacks.
Details connecting components with multi channel output jacks, specifically for HT-9900M and HT-6900DP models.
Illustrates connecting a DVD player's component video output jacks to the receiver for enhanced video quality.
Shows how to connect audio components like CD players and MD/Tape decks using only analog audio jacks.
Explains how to connect a TV to the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack to watch video from selected inputs, including camcorders and VCRs.
Provides instructions for connecting the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna for optimal reception.
Illustrates a 6.1 channel speaker setup and provides tips for optimal placement and cord connection.
Explains how to attach the supplied foot pads to speakers and subwoofers to prevent vibration.
Details the connection of speaker cords to the receiver's front, surround, and subwoofer terminals.
Provides step-by-step instructions for preparing screws, fastening them to the wall, and hanging speakers.
Guides users through initializing the receiver to factory defaults by turning it off and holding the power button.
Explains how to use the SPEAKER SET UP menu to adjust speaker distances and locations for optimal sound.
Details how to set the subwoofer phase polarity to NORMAL or REVERSE for optimal bass response.
Explains how to specify surround speaker locations for Cinema Studio EX modes based on listening environment.
Guides on how to listen to the subwoofer and adjust its volume level for desired sound enjoyment.
Explains how to use the receiver's test tone to adjust speaker levels and balance from the listening position.
Describes how to select different input components (VCR, DVD, etc.) and adjust volume and muting.
Explains how to connect headphones, which automatically cancels speaker output and enables specific sound fields.
Details how to select audio directly from components connected to MULTI CH IN jacks for high-quality analog sound.
Guides on how to automatically scan and tune into FM or AM radio stations.
Explains how to directly enter radio station frequencies using the remote or receiver buttons.
Describes the process of tuning to a station and storing it as a preset using the MEMORY and PRESET TUNING buttons.
Explains how to tune to preset stations using PRESET TUNING buttons or directly via the remote.
Details how to cycle through display information like sound field, selected input, and preset station names.
Explains the meaning of various indicators and lights that appear on the receiver's display panel.
Explains the meaning of channel indicators (L, C, R, etc.) and how they represent the receiver's sound downmixing.
Describes the 2CH STEREO mode for outputting sound from front speakers and subwoofer, downmixing surround formats.
Introduces the AUTO FORMAT DIRECT mode, which automatically selects the appropriate decoding for audio sound.
Explains how the receiver automatically detects and decodes various audio signals like Dolby Digital and DTS.
Details how to specify decoding types for 2 channel sources, enabling multi-channel reproduction through Pro Logic or DTS modes.
Explains Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) and the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes for movie playback, including virtual speaker effects.
Lists available sound fields when headphones are connected, including HP 2CH, HP MULTI, and HP THEA.
Explains how to select the decoding mode for surround back signals from multi channel input streams.
Details how surround back decoding modes (SB AUTO, SB ON, SB OFF) apply based on input stream formats like Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES.
Describes how to assign component video inputs to different visual inputs for flexible configuration.
Explains how to switch the audio input mode (AUTO IN, COAX IN, OPT IN, ANALOG) for digital components.
Guides on using the LEVEL menu to adjust individual speaker levels, balance, dynamic range, and effect levels.
Explains how to adjust bass and treble levels for front speakers using the TONE menu.
Details how to use the CUSTOMIZE menu for various settings like DTS 96/24 decoding, surround back decoding, and A.V.SYNC.
Explains how to name preset stations and inputs with up to 8 characters for easy identification.
Guides on setting the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time using the Sleep Timer function.
Details how to record audio onto cassette tapes or MiniDiscs using the receiver, selecting the source and preparing the deck.
Explains how to record from VCRs, TVs, or DVD players onto video tapes, including adding external audio.
Covers inserting batteries, pointing the remote, and general operational tips for the RM-AAP001 remote.
Lists functions for remote buttons A through M, detailing their operations with various components.
Continues the list of remote button functions from M to T, specifying operations for different devices.
Lists remaining remote button functions from T to V, covering track navigation, playback control, and input selection.
Explains how to switch between AV1 and AV2 command modes for the remote and check the current mode.
Provides instructions for programming the remote to control other components, including cancellation and error checks.
Lists numeric codes for programming the remote to control CD players, DAT decks, MD decks, tape decks, and LD players.
Lists numeric codes for programming the remote to control VCRs, TVs, and satellite tuners or cable boxes.
Lists numeric codes for programming the remote to control hard disc recorders, Blu-ray disc recorders, and PSX systems.
Covers safety warnings, power source checks, heat buildup, placement, operation, color irregularity, howling, and cleaning.
Provides solutions for various no-sound scenarios, including connection checks, volume settings, and input modes.
Offers solutions for when the remote control does not work, including battery checks and command mode issues.
Explains receiver error messages and lists audio power output and total harmonic distortion specifications.
Details specifications for analog/digital inputs, outputs, FM/AM tuner sections, and general power requirements.
Provides detailed specifications for speaker units, enclosure types, impedance, dimensions, and mass for various speaker models.
Lists all accessories supplied with the system, such as antennas, cords, foot pads, and the remote commander.
Provides a visual guide to the location of buttons on the main unit and their corresponding reference page numbers.