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Audio Specifications| impedance | 8 Ohm |
|---|---|
| channel power rating | 110 Watts X 6 (8 Ohms, THD 1.0%) |
| sound fields | Cinema - 3; Music - 3; Auto Format Decoding - 11; 2 Channel - 1 |
Power| power requirements | AC 120V, 60 Hz |
|---|---|
| power consumption (in operation) | TBD |
| power consumption (in standby) | TBD |
Inputs and Outputs| composite video input(s) | 4 (1 Front, 3 Rear) |
|---|---|
| composite video output(s) | 1 (Rear) |
| optical audio input(s) | 2 (Rear) |
| optical audio output(s) | 1 (Rear) |
| coaxial audio digital input(s) | 1 (Rear) |
| RCA audio input(s) | 7 (3 Dedicated, 4 Audio/Video) |
| RCA audio output(s) | 2 (1 A/V Output, 1 Output) |
| subwoofer output(s) | 1 (Rear) |
| antenna terminal (AM loop) | 1 (Rear) |
| antenna terminal (FM 75 Ohm) | 1 (Rear) |
| headphone output(s) | Yes (Front- Silver) |
| HD component video input(s) | 3 (Rear) |
| HD component video output(s) | 1 (Rear) |
| HDMI™ connection input(s) | 3 (Rear) |
| HDMI™ connection output(s) | 1 (Rear) |
Weight and Dimensions| weight | Approx. 17 Lbs. 3 oz. (8Kg) |
|---|---|
| measurements | Approx. 17" x 6-1/5" x 12-3/8" (430x157.5x310mm) |
Instructions to prevent fire, shock, and proper appliance usage.
Details on FCC regulations for digital devices and modification cautions.
Explains the manual's scope and model usage.
Details on identifying the receiver's area code from the rear panel.
Controls for power management, speaker selection, and audio tone adjustment.
Controls for radio tuning, auto calibration, input selection, and sound fields.
Interface elements like display, remote sensor, and specific jacks.
Connections for antennas and digital audio/video signals.
Jacks for component video, and terminals for speakers and subwoofer.
Ports for analog audio/video, and headphone output.
Buttons for powering components and selecting input sources.
Buttons for receiver operation, menu navigation, playback, and special functions.
Buttons related to tuning modes, sleep timer, category selection, and remote setup.
Visual guides for 5.1 and 6.1 channel speaker placement.
Advice on positioning surround back speakers and subwoofers.
Visual guide for connecting front, surround, and center speakers to terminals.
Instructions for connecting the subwoofer and optional surround back speakers.
Illustrates connecting audio output from CD players to receiver's audio input.
Table listing components and corresponding page numbers for connection details.
Explains how image quality depends on the selected video input/output jack.
Illustrates connecting satellite tuners, DVD players, and Blu-ray players via HDMI.
Explains HDMI's support for digital audio formats like Dolby Digital and DTS.
Guidelines on using HDMI cables and managing audio output to speakers.
Notes on HDCP protection, resolution settings for 96kHz audio, and DVI conversion.
Illustrates connecting audio, video, and component video cables to a TV.
Important notes on connecting display components and routing TV audio.
Illustrates connecting a DVD player via coaxial, audio, video, and component cables.
Illustrates connecting a DVD recorder using optical, audio, video, and component cables.
Illustrates connecting satellite tuners using audio, optical, video, and component cables.
Tips on connecting optical cables and compatibility of digital audio jacks.
Illustrates connecting a VCR using analog audio and video jacks.
Illustrates connecting camcorders or video games via the front panel's analog inputs.
Shows how to connect the FM wire and AM loop antennas to the receiver.
Tips for preventing noise and ensuring optimal reception from antennas.
How to connect the receiver's AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Procedure to reset receiver settings to factory defaults.
Guide on inserting batteries into the RM-AAP016 remote commander.
How to choose between SPEAKERS FRONT A, FRONT B, or both.
Steps to turn off speaker output completely.
Prerequisites and important notes before starting the auto calibration process.
Steps for connecting the optimizer microphone and positioning it correctly.
Settings for active subwoofers, including volume, crossover frequency, and auto standby.
How to start the auto calibration measurement process via the remote.
Options to RETRY, SAVE, WARN CHK, PHASE, DISTANCE, LEVEL, or EXIT calibration.
How to save the auto calibration results and proceed to the next step.
How to save results and select calibration types (ENGINEER, FLAT, FRT REF).
Explains common error codes during calibration and their remedies.
How to check if speakers are in phase or out of phase.
Configuration options for AUTO CAL, CAL TYPE, and CAL LOAD settings.
Using the test tone to fine-tune speaker levels for an even sound output.
Using the LEVEL menu to match sound levels from each speaker.
Steps for entering menus, selecting parameters, and adjusting settings.
How to exit menus and understand dimmed or unavailable settings.
Details on test tone, speaker balance, levels, and equalizer settings.
Settings for sound field selection, surround back decoding, and tuner modes.
Adjusting speaker size (SMALL/LARGE) and distance for optimal sound.
Configuring auto calibration types, loading saved results, and display brightness.
Using the test tone to fine-tune speaker levels for an even sound output.
Adjusting dynamic range compression for listening at low volumes.
Options to turn the equalizer on/off and adjust bass/treble levels.
Choosing sound fields (e.g., CINEMA, HALL, JAZZ) for immersive audio.
Options for SB OFF, SB AUTO, and SB ON to manage surround back audio.
Lists input streams and their corresponding surround back decoding methods.
Settings for FM station receiving mode and naming preset stations.
Specifies priority for digital audio inputs (PCM vs. AUTO) for uninterrupted playback.
Assigning composite video to DMPORT and setting HDMI audio output.
Assigning digital audio inputs and naming custom inputs.
Setting subwoofer presence and front speaker size (SMALL/LARGE).
Configuring center and surround speaker settings.
Setting distances for front and center speakers relative to the listening position.
Setting distances for surround and subwoofer speakers.
Specifying surround speaker placement for Cinema Studio EX modes.
Adjusting speaker crossover frequency and display dimming.
How to use A.F.D. mode for higher fidelity and multi-channel sound from stereo sources.
Explains various A.F.D. modes like Dolby Pro Logic, Neo:6, and Neural Surround.
Using the MOVIE button to select sound fields like CINEMA STUDIO EX.
Using the MUSIC button to select sound fields like HALL, JAZZ, CONCERT.
Descriptions of CINEMA STUDIO EX, PORTABLE AUDIO, HALL, JAZZ, CONCERT sound fields.
Special sound field modes for headphone listening.
Describes DCS as Sony's home theater sound technology for movie theaters.
Details the three elements of CINEMA STUDIO EX: Virtual Multi Dimension, Screen Depth Matching, Cinema Studio Reverberation.
How to output sound only from front speakers, bypassing subwoofer.
Listening to high-quality analog sources with minimal processing.
How to reset sound fields to their factory default settings.
Connecting antennas and tuning into FM/AM radio stations.
Steps for automatically scanning and tuning to radio stations.
Entering station frequencies directly using numeric buttons.
Steps to preset up to 30 FM and 30 AM stations.
Using the remote to select FM/AM bands and store stations.
Using PRESET +/-, numeric buttons, or TUNING MODE to select stored stations.
Steps to enter custom names for preset stations using the remote.
Tips on selecting characters and entering blank spaces for index names.
Overview of XM's features, content, and subscription details.
Steps to activate XM Satellite Radio service using the XM Radio ID.
How to connect the XM Connect-and-Play antenna to the receiver.
Steps to check the XM Radio ID using the remote and receiver.
Tuning to XM channels using the remote or receiver.
Understanding the meaning of characters and numbers displayed for XM channels.
Using CATEGORY MODE (ALL CAT, ONE CAT) to filter channels.
How to select categories and tune to specific channels within them.
Entering XM channel numbers directly using the remote.
Cycling through display information like channel name, artist, and sound field.
Steps to preset up to 30 XM Radio channels using the MEMORY and ENTER buttons.
Using PRESET +/-, numeric buttons, or TUNING MODE to select preset XM channels.
Troubleshooting messages related to antenna connection and signal strength.
Remedies for messages indicating channel status or invalid input.
Steps to select input modes like AUTO IN, HDMI IN, COAX IN, OPT IN, ANALOG.
Notes on input mode availability and interaction with ANALOG DIRECT.
Using DMPORT with a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter for audio playback.
Important notes on connecting and disconnecting the DMPORT adapter.
Illustrates connecting the adapter to the DMPORT and video inputs.
How to safely detach the DMPORT adapter connector.
Steps to play audio from a connected component through DMPORT.
Assigning composite video input to DMPORT for viewing on TV.
Procedure to reassign digital audio inputs using the D. ASSIGN setting.
Lists which digital audio inputs can be reassigned to other sources.
Steps to enter custom names (up to 8 characters) for input sources.
Cycling through display modes for FM, AM, XM Radio, and other inputs.
How to set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.
Steps for recording audio from sources like radio or CD players to a CD-R.
Steps for recording video from components to recording media.
Steps to enter numeric codes for controlling non-Sony or specific Sony devices.
Specific steps for programming the remote to control a TV and activate programmed inputs.
Codes for controlling CD players, DAT decks, MD decks, and tape decks.
Codes for LD players, VCD players, DVD players, and DVD recorders.
Codes for controlling TVs and DVD players from various manufacturers.
Codes for controlling satellite tuners from various manufacturers.
Explains component video and composite video signal formats.
Defines Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Surround EX audio technologies.
Instructions on handling electrical safety, power connections, and heat buildup.
Advice on optimal placement for ventilation and proper cleaning methods.
Troubleshooting steps when no sound is heard from any selected component.
Diagnosing issues with specific components or individual speakers.
Troubleshooting HDMI audio output and sound channel balance problems.
Diagnosing issues with center/surround speakers, subwoofers, surround effects, and multi-channel sound.
Troubleshooting no picture, unclear picture, and HDMI source output issues.
Addressing poor FM reception and difficulties tuning radio stations.
Steps to take when the remote control does not function correctly.
Interpreting error messages and procedures for clearing receiver memory.
Power output, distortion, sensitivity, and impedance specifications.
Tuning ranges, antenna specifications, and input/output signal levels.
