Sony STR-DN860 - User Manual

MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DN1060/STR-DN860
Parts and Controls
Receiver (STR-DN1060)
Front panel (STR-DN1060) (upper section) [1]
Front panel (STR-DN1060) (lower section) [2]
On/standby indicator (STR-DN1060) [3]
Indicators on the display panel [4]
Rear panel (STR-DN1060) [5]
Receiver (STR-DN860)
Front panel (STR-DN860) (upper section) [6]
Front panel (STR-DN860) (lower section) [7]
On/standby indicator (STR-DN860) [8]
Indicators on the display panel [9]
Rear panel (STR-DN860) [10]
Remote control
Remote control (upper section) [11]
Remote control (lower section) [12]
Preparation
1. Installing speakers
Installing 7.1-channel speaker system using surround back speakers [13]
Installing 7.1-channel speaker system using front high speakers [14]
Installing 5.1-channel speaker system [15]

Summary

Parts and Controls

Receiver (STR-DN1060) Controls

Details the controls and indicators on the STR-DN1060 receiver's front and rear panels.

Receiver (STR-DN860) Controls

Details the controls and indicators on the STR-DN860 receiver's front and rear panels.

Remote Control Operation

Explains the functions of the remote control for operating the receiver.

Preparation

1. Installing Speakers

Guides on setting up speaker systems for various configurations.

2. Connecting Speakers

Instructions for connecting speaker cables to the receiver for various setups.

3. Connecting a TV

How to connect a television to the receiver via HDMI or other connections.

4. Connecting Audio-Visual Devices and Antennas

5. Connecting to the Network

7. Easy Setup Guide

A guided process for initial receiver configuration, including speaker and network settings.

Tips for Automatic Calibration

1. About Auto Calibration

Explains the purpose and process of automatic speaker calibration for optimal sound.

2. Before You Perform Auto Calibration

Outlines necessary preparations before starting the auto calibration process.

3. Connecting the Optimizer Microphone

Instructions for properly connecting the optimizer microphone for calibration.

Using BLUETOOTH Features

Bluetooth Audio Playback

How to play audio from Bluetooth-enabled devices wirelessly.

Bluetooth Headphones Listening

Instructions for connecting and listening with Bluetooth headphones.

Bluetooth Device Pairing

Steps for pairing Bluetooth devices to establish a wireless audio connection.

Using the Multi-Zone Features (STR-DN1060 only)

Multi-Room Speaker Setup

Zone 2 Audio Output with External Amplifier

HDMI Zone Video and Sound Output

Zone Input Source Availability

Adjusting Settings

Easy Setup Guide

Initial receiver configuration using the Easy Setup wizard for basic settings.

Speaker Settings

Comprehensive settings for speaker configuration, distance, level, crossover, and calibration.

Audio Settings

Options for fine-tuning audio playback, including sound fields, equalizer, and special effects.

Screen Settings

HDMI Settings

Configuration options for HDMI connections, including upscaling, control, standby through, and audio output.

Input Settings

Network Settings

Setup and management of network connections, including wired, wireless, and server settings.

Bluetooth Settings

Configuration options for Bluetooth mode, codecs, standby, and device management.

Zone Settings (STR-DN1060)

Power control and source selection for multi-zone audio outputs.

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Explanation of error codes and messages that may appear during operation.

Image Display Troubleshooting

Sound Output Troubleshooting

Network Connection Problems

Home Network Connectivity Issues

Bluetooth Device Connectivity Problems

BRAVIA Sync Functionality Issues

Troubleshooting and Support Resources

Sony STR-DN860 Specifications