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HT-1800DP 4-244-184-11(2) US
Home Theater
System
4-244-184-11(2)
HT-1800DP
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
© 2003 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
01US01COVU.p65 19/2/03, 9:04 AM1

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Summary

Home Theater System Operations

Operating Instructions

General guidance for using the audio system.

Owners Record

Section for recording product model and serial numbers.

Safety and Precautions

Warnings and Cautions

Essential safety advice to prevent fire, shock, and damage.

Manual and System Information

About This Manual

Information about the manual's content and system components.

Area Code Details

Details on receiver area codes and their operational differences.

Button Locations Reference

Main Unit Button Map

Visual guide to main unit controls with page references.

Component Hookup: Required Cords

Required Connection Cords

Lists and illustrates necessary cords for component connection.

Component Hookup: Antenna

Antenna Hookups

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas for optimal reception.

Component Hookup: Audio

Audio Component Hookups

Diagrams showing how to connect audio sources like CD players and tape decks.

Component Hookup: Video

Video Component Hookups

Diagrams for connecting video sources like DVD players and TVs.

Component Hookup: Digital

Digital Component Hookups

Guidance on connecting digital sources for surround sound.

Component Hookup: Other

Other Hookups

Instructions for connecting the AC power cord and other miscellaneous connections.

Speaker System Setup: Hookups

Speaker System Hookups

Visual guide for connecting front, center, and surround speakers.

Speaker System Setup: Precautions

Speaker Connection Precautions

Tips to avoid short-circuiting and damaging speakers during setup.

Speaker System Setup: Initial Operations

Initial Setup Operations

Steps for clearing memory and performing initial system configuration.

Multi Channel Surround Setup

Guidelines for optimal speaker placement for surround sound.

Speaker System Setup: Parameter Specification

Specifying Speaker Parameters

How to configure speaker size and distance for surround sound.

Speaker System Setup: Surround Details

Multi Channel Surround Setup Details

Detailed guide on setting speaker distances and surround placement.

Speaker System Setup: Size and Subwoofer

Speaker Size and Subwoofer Settings

Adjusting speaker size parameters and subwoofer connection settings.

Speaker System Setup: Level Adjustment

Adjusting Speaker Level

How to balance and set individual speaker volume levels.

Speaker System Setup: Subwoofer and Connection Check

Listening to Subwoofer

Guidance on setting up and adjusting the subwoofer volume.

Checking Connections

Procedure to verify all component and speaker connections are correct.

Basic Operations: Component Selection

Selecting Components

How to select different input sources using input selector buttons.

Input Mode Settings

Configuring digital input priority and selection for digital components.

Basic Operations: Display Settings

Changing Display Information

How to cycle through display modes and adjust brightness.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Modes

Front Speakers and Higher Fidelity Sound

Using front speakers for stereo and Auto Format Direct for audio decoding.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Multi Channel

Multi Channel Stereo and Sound Field Selection

Reproducing 2-channel sound in 5.1 channel and choosing sound fields.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Cinema Studio EX

Cinema Studio EX and Other Sound Fields

Detailed modes for movie sound simulation and music-oriented fields.

Understanding Surround Displays

Multi Channel Indicator Guide

Explanation of various indicators related to surround sound and input signals.

Customizing Sound Fields and Level Adjustment

Customizing Sound Fields and Level Adjustment

Adjusting sound fields, tone, and speaker volume levels for personalized listening.

Tone Parameters and Resetting Sound Fields

Tone Parameters and Resetting Sound Fields

Adjusting bass/treble and restoring customized sound field settings.

Receiving Broadcasts: Direct Tuning

Direct Tuning

Manually entering frequencies to tune into FM/AM radio stations.

Receiving Broadcasts: Auto and Preset Tuning

Automatic and Preset Tuning

Scanning for radio stations and saving them for quick access.

Tuning to Preset Stations

Tuning to Preset Stations

Ways to select preset radio stations using scanning or codes.

Other Operations: Naming and Recording

Naming Stations and Sources

Assigning custom names (index names) to stations and sources.

Recording Audio or Video

Instructions for recording audio to tape/MD or video to tape.

Other Operations: Timer and Setup

Sleep Timer and Setup Menu

Setting the sleep timer and adjusting system parameters via the SET UP menu.

Other Operations: Signal and Mode Settings

Decode Priority and Command Mode

Settings for digital signal decoding and changing receiver command modes.

Remote Control Operations: Overview

Remote Overview and Button Descriptions

Inserting batteries, basic remote use, and button functions.

Remote Control Operations: Detailed Functions

Detailed Button Functions

Comprehensive list of remote button operations for various functions.

Remote Control Operations: Command Mode

Selecting Remote Command Mode

How to match the remote's command mode to the receiver's.

Remote Control Operations: Programming

Programming the Remote

Steps to program the remote to control other components.

Remote Control Operations: Codes (Audio)

Remote Control Codes for Audio Devices

Numeric codes for programming the remote to control CD, DAT, MD, and tape decks.

Remote Control Operations: Codes (Video)

Remote Control Codes for Video Devices

Numeric codes for programming the remote to control TVs, VCRs, DVD players, etc.

Troubleshooting: Initial Steps

General Troubleshooting Steps

Initial steps to resolve common issues like no sound or low volume.

Troubleshooting: Specific Issues

Component Sound, Recording, and Reception Issues

Diagnosing problems with components, recording failures, and poor FM reception.

Troubleshooting: Remote and Memory

Remote Control Issues and Memory Reset

Solutions for remote malfunctions and resetting the receiver's memory.

Specifications: Audio Power

Audio Power Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for power output and distortion.

Specifications: Tuner, Speaker, and Power Details

Tuner, Speaker, and Power Specifications

Technical details for tuners, speakers, power requirements, and dimensions.

Specifications: Continuous Power and Accessories

Continuous Power and Accessories

Specifications on continuous power output and a list of supplied accessories.

Settings Tables: Main Menu

Main Menu Settings

Table detailing settings adjustable via the MAIN MENU button.

Settings Tables: Sound Field Parameters

Adjustable Sound Field Parameters

Chart showing adjustable parameters for different sound field modes.

Summary

Home Theater System Operations

Operating Instructions

General guidance for using the audio system.

Owners Record

Section for recording product model and serial numbers.

Safety and Precautions

Warnings and Cautions

Essential safety advice to prevent fire, shock, and damage.

Manual and System Information

About This Manual

Information about the manual's content and system components.

Area Code Details

Details on receiver area codes and their operational differences.

Button Locations Reference

Main Unit Button Map

Visual guide to main unit controls with page references.

Component Hookup: Required Cords

Required Connection Cords

Lists and illustrates necessary cords for component connection.

Component Hookup: Antenna

Antenna Hookups

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas for optimal reception.

Component Hookup: Audio

Audio Component Hookups

Diagrams showing how to connect audio sources like CD players and tape decks.

Component Hookup: Video

Video Component Hookups

Diagrams for connecting video sources like DVD players and TVs.

Component Hookup: Digital

Digital Component Hookups

Guidance on connecting digital sources for surround sound.

Component Hookup: Other

Other Hookups

Instructions for connecting the AC power cord and other miscellaneous connections.

Speaker System Setup: Hookups

Speaker System Hookups

Visual guide for connecting front, center, and surround speakers.

Speaker System Setup: Precautions

Speaker Connection Precautions

Tips to avoid short-circuiting and damaging speakers during setup.

Speaker System Setup: Initial Operations

Initial Setup Operations

Steps for clearing memory and performing initial system configuration.

Multi Channel Surround Setup

Guidelines for optimal speaker placement for surround sound.

Speaker System Setup: Parameter Specification

Specifying Speaker Parameters

How to configure speaker size and distance for surround sound.

Speaker System Setup: Surround Details

Multi Channel Surround Setup Details

Detailed guide on setting speaker distances and surround placement.

Speaker System Setup: Size and Subwoofer

Speaker Size and Subwoofer Settings

Adjusting speaker size parameters and subwoofer connection settings.

Speaker System Setup: Level Adjustment

Adjusting Speaker Level

How to balance and set individual speaker volume levels.

Speaker System Setup: Subwoofer and Connection Check

Listening to Subwoofer

Guidance on setting up and adjusting the subwoofer volume.

Checking Connections

Procedure to verify all component and speaker connections are correct.

Basic Operations: Component Selection

Selecting Components

How to select different input sources using input selector buttons.

Input Mode Settings

Configuring digital input priority and selection for digital components.

Basic Operations: Display Settings

Changing Display Information

How to cycle through display modes and adjust brightness.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Modes

Front Speakers and Higher Fidelity Sound

Using front speakers for stereo and Auto Format Direct for audio decoding.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Multi Channel

Multi Channel Stereo and Sound Field Selection

Reproducing 2-channel sound in 5.1 channel and choosing sound fields.

Enjoying Surround Sound: Cinema Studio EX

Cinema Studio EX and Other Sound Fields

Detailed modes for movie sound simulation and music-oriented fields.

Understanding Surround Displays

Multi Channel Indicator Guide

Explanation of various indicators related to surround sound and input signals.

Customizing Sound Fields and Level Adjustment

Customizing Sound Fields and Level Adjustment

Adjusting sound fields, tone, and speaker volume levels for personalized listening.

Tone Parameters and Resetting Sound Fields

Tone Parameters and Resetting Sound Fields

Adjusting bass/treble and restoring customized sound field settings.

Receiving Broadcasts: Direct Tuning

Direct Tuning

Manually entering frequencies to tune into FM/AM radio stations.

Receiving Broadcasts: Auto and Preset Tuning

Automatic and Preset Tuning

Scanning for radio stations and saving them for quick access.

Tuning to Preset Stations

Tuning to Preset Stations

Ways to select preset radio stations using scanning or codes.

Other Operations: Naming and Recording

Naming Stations and Sources

Assigning custom names (index names) to stations and sources.

Recording Audio or Video

Instructions for recording audio to tape/MD or video to tape.

Other Operations: Timer and Setup

Sleep Timer and Setup Menu

Setting the sleep timer and adjusting system parameters via the SET UP menu.

Other Operations: Signal and Mode Settings

Decode Priority and Command Mode

Settings for digital signal decoding and changing receiver command modes.

Remote Control Operations: Overview

Remote Overview and Button Descriptions

Inserting batteries, basic remote use, and button functions.

Remote Control Operations: Detailed Functions

Detailed Button Functions

Comprehensive list of remote button operations for various functions.

Remote Control Operations: Command Mode

Selecting Remote Command Mode

How to match the remote's command mode to the receiver's.

Remote Control Operations: Programming

Programming the Remote

Steps to program the remote to control other components.

Remote Control Operations: Codes (Audio)

Remote Control Codes for Audio Devices

Numeric codes for programming the remote to control CD, DAT, MD, and tape decks.

Remote Control Operations: Codes (Video)

Remote Control Codes for Video Devices

Numeric codes for programming the remote to control TVs, VCRs, DVD players, etc.

Troubleshooting: Initial Steps

General Troubleshooting Steps

Initial steps to resolve common issues like no sound or low volume.

Troubleshooting: Specific Issues

Component Sound, Recording, and Reception Issues

Diagnosing problems with components, recording failures, and poor FM reception.

Troubleshooting: Remote and Memory

Remote Control Issues and Memory Reset

Solutions for remote malfunctions and resetting the receiver's memory.

Specifications: Audio Power

Audio Power Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for power output and distortion.

Specifications: Tuner, Speaker, and Power Details

Tuner, Speaker, and Power Specifications

Technical details for tuners, speakers, power requirements, and dimensions.

Specifications: Continuous Power and Accessories

Continuous Power and Accessories

Specifications on continuous power output and a list of supplied accessories.

Settings Tables: Main Menu

Main Menu Settings

Table detailing settings adjustable via the MAIN MENU button.

Settings Tables: Sound Field Parameters

Adjustable Sound Field Parameters

Chart showing adjustable parameters for different sound field modes.

Sony HT-1800DP Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHome Theater System
Number of Channels5.1
SubwooferYes
BluetoothYes
USB PortYes
Optical InputYes
Remote ControlYes
HDMI InputYes

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