Sony TA-AV561 User manual

SONY.
3-8 10-503-11(2)
Integrated AV
Amplifier
Operating Instructions
TA-AV561
© 1996 by Sony Corporation

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
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This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
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This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Candadian
Interference Causing Equipment
Regulations.
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. TA-AV561
Serial No.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur
in
a
particular
installation.
If
this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
~ Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet
ona circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modification not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
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Precautions
On safety
* Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the amplifier
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
* Before operating the amplifier, check
that the operating voltage is identical
with your local power supply. The
operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate at the rear of the amplifier.
¢ If you are not going to use the ‘
amplifier for a long time, be sure to
disconnect the amplifier from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC
power cord, grasp the plug itself;
never pull the cord.
One blade of the plug is wider than
the other for the purpose of safety
and will fit into the wall outlet only
one way. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
Should the AC power cord need to be
changed, have it done at a qualified
service shop only.
On placement
Place the amplifier in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
build-up and prolong the life of the
amplifier.
Do not place the amplifier 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 |
ventilation holes and cause
malfunctions.
On operation
*
Before
connecting
other
components,
be
sure
to
turn
off
and
unplug
the
amplifier.
On cleaning
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.
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For the customers in the USA
For detailed safety precautions, see the
“IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" leaflet.
If you have any question or problem
concerning your amplifier, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

About This Manual
Conventions
* The instructions in this manual
describe the controls on the amplifier.
You can also use the controls on the
remote if they have the same or
similar names as those on the
amplifier.
A “Quick Reference Guide” is
supplied on the back cover.
« The “Remote Button Descriptions”
section on page 19 provides an
overview of the remote buttons.
The following icons are used in this
manual:
== Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
sWW. Indicates hints and tips for
fe) making the task easier.
This amplifier incorporates the Dolby
Pro Logic Surround system.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“Dolby ,” the double-D symbol 00 and
“Pro Logic” are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Audio/Video Component Hookups 5
Speaker System Hookups 6
AC Hookups 7 :
Amplifier Operations
Selecting a Component 8
Recording 9
Using Sound Fields
Choosing a Surround Mode 10
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 11
Using Preset Sound Fields 13
Using the Superwoofer 13
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 14
Specifications 15
Glossary 16
Index 17
Rear Panel Descriptions 18 .
Remote Button Descriptions 19
Quick Reference Guide (back cover)

Getting Started
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Unpacking
Check
that
you
received
the
following
items
with
the
amplifier:
¢ Remote controller (remote) (1)
« Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote -
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries in accordance with
the + and — marking on the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
on the amplifier.
je When to replace batteries
Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6
months. When the remote no longer operates the
amplifier, replace both batteries with new ones.
Notes
* Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid
place.
3 Do not use a new battery with an old one.
* Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or
lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction. .
* If you don’t usé the remote for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
Hookup Overview
The amplifier allows you to connect and control the
following audio/video components. Follow the
hookup procedures on the specified pages for the
components that you want to connect to the amplifier.
To learn the locations and names of each jacks, see
“Rear Panel Descriptions” on page 18.
Speaker Audio/Video Component
System Hookups (5)
Hookups (6) VCR
‘ Turntable
Audio/Video Component
Hookups (5)
Before you get started
* Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.
* Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the.
connections are completed.
* Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum
and noise.
* When connecting an audio cable, be sure to match
the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the
components: White (left, audio) to White; and Red
(right, audio) to Red.

Getting Started
a era Tuner
Audio/Video
Component
Amplifier
Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your audio and
video (audio signal only) components to the amplifier,
so you can listen to stereo sources in surround sound.
For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration
below.
PHONO CD VIDEO 2
Tape deck
Amplifier
TUNER TAPE VIDEO 1
What cords will 1 need?
Audio cords (1 for the CD player, tuner, turntable, LD player
or TV game; 2 for the tape deck or VCR)
White (L)
Red (R)
Hookups
The arrow = indicates signal flow.
CD player
Amplifier
Turntable
Amplifier Turntable
CD player
(CDP-C661)
¢ If your turntable has an earth lead
To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the + ground
terminal on the amplifier.
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Getting Started
VCR :
Amplifier
vcr
Speaker
System
Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your speakers to
the amplifier. Front (left and right) speakers are
required but center and rear speakers are optional. The
center and rear speakers enhance the surround effects.
LD
Player/TV
game
Connecting
the
superwoofer
will
increase
bass
Amplifier
LD
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For
specific
locations
of
the
terminals,
see
the
illustration below.
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SPEAKERS
WOOFER
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FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER
For
optimum
surround
sound
effect,
place
your
speakers
as
shown
below.
Rear speaker
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What cords will | need?
Speaker cord (1 for each speaker)
(+) ps “i (+)
: ear’ P (-)
(-)
Twist
the
stripped
ends
of
the
cord
about
2/3
inch
(15
mm.
Be
sure
to
match
the
speaker
cord
to
the
appropriate
terminal
on
the
components:
+
to
+
and
-
to
~.
If
the
cords
are
reversed,
the
sound
will
be
distorted
and
will
lack
bass.

Getting Started
Hookups
AC Hookups
Front speakers
Front
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Amplifi
Front
speake
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(L)
‘
Connecting
the
AC
power
cord
Connect the AC power cord from this amplifier and
from your audio/video components to wall outlets
(f you connect other audio components to the
SWITCHED AC OUTLETs on the amplifier, the
amplifier can supply power to the connected
components so you can turn on/off whole system
when you turn on/off the amplifier
SWITCHED AC OUTLETs
Rear and center speakers
Amplifier
Center Rear
Rear
speaker STEN speaker speaker
(R) =O c)
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to a wall outlet
Caution
Make sure that the power consumption of the components
connected to the amplifier’s AC outlet does not exceed 120
watts. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home
appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet
Superwoofer
Amplifier ; Superwoofer
Where do | go next?
Go on to the next section to connect the AC power cord and
complete your home theater system.

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Selecting a Component
To listen to a connected component, first select the
function on the amplifier or with the remote.
¢ Before you begin, make sure you have connected all
components securely and correctly as indicated on
pages 5 to 7.
¢ Be sure to tum the MASTER VOLUME all the way
down before turning off the amplifier to avoid
damaging your speakers the next time you turn it on.
POWER MASTER VOLUME
Function buttons
PHONES
1 Press POWER to turn on the amplifier.
2 Press a function button to select the component
you want to use:
To listen Press
Records PHONO
Radio programs TUNER
: Compact discs (CD) cD
Audio tapes TAPE
Video tapes VIDEO 1
Laser discs (or TV game) VIDEO 2
3 Turnon the component, for example, a CD player,
and then start playing.
4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.
To Do this
Adjust the tone
quality
Press TONE and then press + or -.
{Each time TONE is pressed, the
adjusting mode changes between bass ~
and treble.)
' Adjust the balance Press BALANCE L/R on the remote.
Emphasize the bass Press WOOFER ON/OFF (see page
13).
Amplifier Operations
Key When you listen with headphones
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
No sound is heard from vour speakers.
Using the remote
The remote lets you operate the amplifier and the Sony
components that are connected to it.
FUNCTION SYSTEM
(TUNER, POWER
TAPE, CD,
VIDEO 1/2)
1 Press SYSTEM POWER to turn on the amplifier.
2 Press one of the FUNCTION buttons to select the
component you want to use:
To listen to Press .
Radio programs TUNER
Audio tapes TAPE
Compact discs (CD) cD
Video tapes VIDEO 1/2 (VIDEO 1)
Laser discs (or TV game) VIDEO 1/2 (VIDEO 2)
If the component does not turn on
Press the power switch on the component.
WwW
Start playing.
Refer to “Remoté Button Descriptions” on page 19
for details.
To turn off the components
Press SYSTEM POWER. You can turn off audio components
connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETs on the back of
this unit at the same time.
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Amplifier
Operations
Se a a
Recording
This amplifier makes it easy to record to and from the
components connected to the amplifier. You don’t
have to connect playback and recording components
directly: once you select a program source on the
amplifier, you can record and edit as you normally
would using the controls on each component.
Before you begin, make sure you've connected all
components properly.
Function buttons
Playback component Recording component
(program source) (tape deck, VCR)
=: Audio signal flow
Recording on an audio tape or video tape
You can record on a cassette tape or video tape using
the amplifier. See the instruction manual for the
cassette deck or VCR if you need help.
1 Press one of the function buttons to select the
component to be recorded.
2 Set the component to be ready for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.
3 Insert a blank tape into the recording deck and
adjust the recording level, if necessary.
4 Start recording on the recording deck and then
start playing the component.

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Using sound Fields
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Choosing
a
Surround
Mode
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by
selectirig one of the three pre-programmed surround
modes
according
to
the
type
of
program
you
wish
to
play.
OOLBY PRO
LOGIC SURROUND indicator
indicator (DOLBY/HALL/SIMULATED)
SURROUND MODE
(DOLBY/HALL/SIMULATED)
1 Press one of the SURROUND MODE buttons
(DOLBY, HALL or SIMULATED) to turn on the
surround sound.
Selected mode’s indicator lights up.
The DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator lights up when
you select the DOLBY mode.
Select the appropriate surround mode as follows:
For tapes/discs with Select To
Dolby Pro Logic DOLBY Decode programs
Surround processed with
Dolby Surround and
. . create the
atmosphere of a
movie theater.
Orchestral music, ~ HALL
chamber music, or an
instrumental solo
Reproduce the
acoustics of a
rectangular concert
hall. Ideal for soft,
acoustic sounds.
Monaural recording, SIMULATED Reproduce a
such as an old movie simulated stereo
or an instrumental effect to monaural
sound.
To turn off surround sound
Press SURROUND MODE (DOLBY. HALL or SIMULATED)
selected in Step 1
SURROUND
ON/OFF
Key When you use the remote
The remote also lets vou choose the surround mode.
SURROUND
MODE
1 Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly until the
surround mode you wish to is displayed.
Each time SURROUND MODE is pressed, the display
changes as follows:
SIMU (SIMULATED) earls
To turn off surround sound
Press SURROUND ON/OFF.
“* You can find Dolby Surround-encoded software by
looking at the packaging
However, some videos and laser discs may use Dolby
Surround sound even if it’s not indicated on the
package.