Sony STR-DG600 User Manual

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©2006 Sony Corporation
2-662-260-11 (6)
Multi Channel AV
Receiver
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on 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.
STR-DG600
US01COV_STR-DG600-U.book Page 1 Thursday, March 16, 2006 11:32 AM

Sony STR-DG600 Specifications

General

Audio Channels	7.1
Number of Channels	7
Channels	7.1
HDMI Inputs	3
HDMI Outputs	1
FM Tuner	Yes
Weight	9.5 kg
Component Video Inputs	3
Digital Audio Inputs	3
Analog Audio Inputs	4
Component Video Output	1
Frequency Response	10 Hz - 100 kHz
Power Output	100 Watts
Output Power	100W per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.9%)
Surround Sound Formats	Dolby Digital, DTS
Inputs	HDMI, Component Video, Analog Audio
Outputs	1 HDMI, 1 component video

Summary

Getting Started

Front Panel Controls and Features

Installing Speakers

Connecting Speakers

Connecting Audio Components

Connecting Components with Multi Channel Audio

Connecting Components with Analog Audio

Connecting Video Components

Connecting Antennas

Preparing the Receiver and Remote

Connecting the AC Power Cord

Performing Initial Setup Operations

Selecting Speaker Systems

Automatic Speaker Calibration (AUTO CAL)

Error and Warning Codes

Rectifying Auto Calibration Errors

Steps to follow to fix detected error codes during calibration.

Understanding Warning Codes

Information on warning codes and their meaning during calibration.

Adjusting Speaker Levels and Balance (TEST TONE)

Using the Test Tone for Adjustment

Adjust speaker levels and balance by listening to the test tone.

Selecting a Playback Component

Listening to Super Audio CD/CD

Watching DVDs

Navigating Amplifier Menus

Overview of Amplifier Menus

Adjusting Speaker Levels (LEVEL Menu)

Adjusts speaker levels, balance, and test tone settings.

Adjusting Equalizer Settings (EQ Menu)

Controls bass, treble, and equalizer on/off settings.

System Settings (SYSTEM Menu)

Subwoofer Configuration

Enables or disables subwoofer connection for bass redirection.

Front Speaker Configuration

Dynamic Range Compression

Surround Back Decoding Modes

Surround Speaker Positioning

Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround Sound

Types of A.F.D. Modes

Selecting Pre-programmed Sound Fields

Available Sound Field Types

Using Only Front Speakers (2CH STEREO)

Listening Without Adjustment (ANALOG DIRECT)

Listening to FM/AM Radio

Automatic Radio Tuning

Direct Radio Tuning

Presetting Radio Stations

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

Naming Preset Stations

Listening to XM Radio

Activating XM Service

Connecting the XM Radio

Receiving XM Radio Broadcasts

Selecting XM Channels by Category

Selecting XM Channels by Direct Tuning

Presetting XM Radio Stations

Selecting XM Channels Using Presets

Switching Audio Input Modes

Reassigning Component Video Inputs

Naming Input Sources

Recording to MiniDisc or Audio Tape

Recording to Video Media

Programming the Remote Control

Troubleshooting Remote Programming

Precautions

Safety Precautions

Power Source Precautions

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Sound or Low Sound from Any Component

Troubleshooting steps for no sound or very low sound from all selected components.

No Sound from a Specific Component

Steps to diagnose and fix no sound issues from a particular connected component.

Severe Hum or Noise Issues

No Sound from Surround Speakers

Poor FM Reception

Radio Stations Cannot Be Tuned In

No Picture or Unclear Picture on TV/Monitor

Remote Control Not Functioning

Specifications

Audio Power Specifications