any solid object or liquid faIi into the cabinet,
unplug the reccivcr and have it checked by qualified
personneI before operating it any further.
. check that the operating
voltage
is identica! with your IocaI power sapply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the namepplate
at the rear- of the receiver.
* The unit is not disconncctcd from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the iall
outlet, even if the receiver it&f has been turned off.
e If you are not going to use the receiver for a long
time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord.
grasp the plug
itself; never puU the cord.
0 (Models of area code U, CA only)
One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and witl fit into the wail outlet
ordy one way. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.
5 AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified service shop.
Although the unit heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this unit at
a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top.
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
e recemer in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the
life of the receiver.
e Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
mechanical shock.
* Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that
might block the ventiiation holes and cause
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn
off and unplug the receiver.
Clean the cabinet. panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any question or problem concerning your
receiver. please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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is selected.
* Gleik that the speakers and components are
connected securely and correctly.
e Check that both the receiver and all the
components are turned on.
* Check that the MASTER VOLUME conlroi is
not set at VOLUrn MIN.
e Check that the SPEAKERS A/B button is not set
to ‘SPEAKER OFF” and is set accordingly to
your SPEAKERS FRCXVT system (page 27).
e Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.
0 Check that the headphones are not connected.
e The protective device on the receiver has been
activated because of a short circuit (“PROTECT”
flashes). Txn off the receiver, eliminate the
short-circuit problem and turn on the power
again.
There is no soland frcm a specmc component.
* Check that the component is connected correctly
to the audio input jacks for that component.
* Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the componem.
0 Check that you have selected the correct
comnonent on the receiver.
Connect a pair of headpl
to verify that sound is ot
(page 27).
If only one charmel is ot
the c5mponent may not
receiver correctly. Chec
inserted into the jacks or
component.
If both
channels are outI
the front speaker may no
receiver- correctlyy.
Chec
front
speaker which is n
0 Check that the
connected correctly ar
0 Adjust balance
There is severe l?um or s
1) Check
that
the
connected securely.
* Check that the connec
transformer
cl:
motor,
from a TV set or fluor
* Move your TV away i
e Make sure you have g
terminal (only when a
= Tie phtgs and jacks a
cloth slightly moisten
* Make sure the sound f
MODE (SOLJiVD FIE
e Select a sound field
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* Adjust the speaker let
- Make sure the center I
size parameter is set tr
“LARGE“ (page 21).