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.
A
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.
_——————————
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.
e
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
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reeraee:
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For
specific
locations
of
the
terminals,
see
the
illustration below.
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SPEAKERS
WOOFER
SPEAKER
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Go on to the next section to connect the speakers
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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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.

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Getting
the
Most
Out
of
Dolby
Pro Logic Surround Sound
To
obtain
the
best
possible
Dolby
Pro
Logic
Surround
sound,
first
select
the
center
mode.
Then,
adjust
the
volume
of
each
speaker.
Note
that
you
must
connect
the
rear
speakers
and/or
a
center
speaker
to
do
the
following
adjustments.
CENTER
MODE DOLBY
CENTER REAR
.
SURROUND
CENTER
MODE
LEVEL
+/-
SURROUND
REAR
LEVEL
ON/OFF
+/-
DELAY
T.TONE
BALANCE
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Using Sound Fields
Selecting the center mode
The amplifier offers you four center modes:
NORMAL, WIDE, 3 CH, and PHANTOM. Each mode
is designed for a different speaker configuration.
Select the mode that best suits your speaker's system
configuration.
1 Press DOLBY to select the DOLBY PRO LOGIC
sound field.
2 Press CENTER MODE repeatedly until the center
mode you want appears in the display. Select the
center mode by referring to the following chart.
Ifyouhave —_— Select So that
Front and rear NORMAL The bass sound of the
speakers, and a center channel is
small center output from the front
speaker speakers (because a
small speaker cannot
produce enough
bass).
Front and rear WIDE
speakers, and a
large center
speaker
For “complete”
Dolby Pro Logic
Surround sound.
The sound of the rear
channel is output
from the front
speakers.
Front and center 3CH
speakers, no rear (3 Channel
speaker Logic)
The sound of the
center channel is
output from the front
speakers.
Frontand rear + PHANTOM
speakers, no
center speaker
cer When you use the remote
Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly to select the
DOLBY mode.
You can adjust the speaker's volume or delay time
simply by pressing the buttons on the remote.
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Using Sound Fields ;
Adjusting the speaker volume
The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your
speakers to the same level. (If all of your speakers have
equal performance, you don’t have to adjust the
speaker volume.)
Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the
volume level from your listening position.
1 Press T.TONE on the remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker
sequentially.
2 Adjust the volume leve! so that the test tone from
each speaker is at the same level from your
listening position. ;
¢ To adjust the volume between the front right
and front left speakers, press BALANCE LorR
on the remote.
¢ To adjust the level of center speaker, press
CENTER LEVEL + or - on the remote.
* To adjust the level of rear speakers, press REAR
LEVEL + or - on the remote.
3 Press T.TONE on the remote to turn off the test
tone.
°C You can also adjust the center or rear speakers using
the controls on the amplifier
1 Press DOLBY to turn on the Dolby Pro Logic mode.
The DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator lights.
2 Press CENTER or REAR. The CENTER or REAR
indicator lights.
3 Press + or - to adjust the level.
Notes :
¢ The center and rear levels, and balance are indicated on
the level meter in the display during adjustment.
¢ The center and rear levels are adjustable in the following
situations.
Center level: when the Dolby Pro Logic in on (when the
DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator is lit)
Rear level: when the SURROUND MODE (DOLBY,
HALL or SIMULATED) is on
‘o You can adjust all speakers at one time
Adjust MASTER VOLUME on the amplifier.
Adjusting the delay time
You can make the surround sound more effective by
delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay
time). You can adjust the delay time as follows.
(eee
For example, if you've placed the rear speakers in a
large room or apart from your listening position, set
the delay time shorter.
1 Start playing a program source encoded with
Dolby surround sound.
2 Press DELAY on the remote repeatedly to adjust
the delay time.

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Using Sound Fields &
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Using Preset Sound Fields
You can take advantage of sound fields simply by
selecting one of the five pre-programmed ones
according to the program you want to play.
SOUND FIELD
1 Press one of the SOUND FIELD buttons so that
the sound field you wish to is displayed.
Select the appropriate sound field as follows:
Press To reproduce
1 ROCK Powerful, clear sounds, emphasizing low
and high audio.
2 POPS Light, bright sounds, emphasizing high and
middle range audio.
3 CLASSIC Broad, open sounds with plenty of
reverberation using a surround effect.
4 MOVIE A theater-like environment using a
surround effect.
5 GAME Maximum audio impact from video game
software using a surround effect.
To turn off the sound fields
Press SOUND FIELD you selected in Step 1.
OFF appears in the display, and the sound field’s effect is
defeated.
OF When you use the remote
Press SOUND FIELD.
Each time this button is pressed, the display changes as
follows: ;
= ROCK ———> POPS —— CLASSIC
OFF <—— GAME <—— MOVIE a2]
Key When you want to listen to CLASSICS, MOVIE or
GAME without a surround effect
Press one of the SURROUND MODE buttons to turn off
the respective indicator.
Using the Superwoofer
You can use the superwoofer to re-enforce the bass
sound of your front speakers to obtain a greater sense
of atmosphere. Use the remote to adjust the
superwoofer from your listening position.
S.W.LEVEL
SUPERWOOFER
ON/OFF
PHASE
SUPER WOOFER
WOOFER indicator
+/- WOOFER ON/OFF
1 Press SUPERWOOFER ON/OFF to turn on the
woofer.
The SUPERWOOFER indicator lights.
2 Press S.W.LEVEL (+/-) to adjust the superwoofer
level.
The woofer level is indicated on the level meter in
the display.
3 Press PHASE to select the polarity that provides
the best bass reproduction.
o You can also adjust the superwoofer using the
controls on the amplifier
1 Press WOOFER ON/OFF to tum on the woofer.
The SUPERWOOFER indicator lights.
2 Press WOOFER to select the woofer adjustment
mode. The woofer level is indicated on the level
meter in the display.
3 Press + or ~ to adjust the woofer level.
Notés 4
* You can only adjust the woofer level when the woofer is
on (when the SUPERWOOFER indicator is lit).
*
You
cannot
use
the
superwoofer
when
you
select
PHONO.
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Additional Informatio
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while
using the amplifier, use this troubleshooting guide to
help you remedy the problem. Should any problem
persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.
=> Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
“> Make sure you select the correct component
on the amplifier.
— Make sure you select the correct component
on the amplifier for the front speakers.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or ‘reversed.
= Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
— Adjust the BALANCE.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
=> Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
=> Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least 10
feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or
fluorescent light.
= Place your TV away from the audio
components.
<> The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
‘No sound is heard from the center speaker.
=> Select the DOLBY sound field (see page 10).
=> Select the appropriate center mode (see page
11).
—> Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 12).
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from
the rear speakers.
“> Make sure you turned on the surround mode
or sound field function.
—> Select the appropriate center mode (see page
11.
=> Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 12).
Surround effect cannot be obtained.
=> Turn on the surround mode or sound field
function.
No sound, or only a very low-level sound is heard when
adjusting the test tone.
=> Turn MASTER VOLUME clockwise.
Recording cannot be made.
=—> Check that the components are connected
correctly.
“> Select the source component with the
function buttons.
The remote does not function.
=> Point the remote at the remote sensor & on
the amplifier.
=> Remove the obstacles in the path of the
remote and the amplifier.
= Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones if they are weak.
“> Make sure you select the correct function on
the remote.

Additional Information
es = General
Specifications
Power 120 V AC, 60 Hz
requirements
Audio power specifications
. Power U.S.A. model: 220 W
consumption Canadian model: 350 VA
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION: AC outlets 3 switched, total 120 W
Dimensions 30 x 160 x 355 mm
With 8 ohm loads both np aie mein
channels driven, from 70 - inches)
20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts sdass tappioish
: aa 9.3 kg (20 Ib 8 oz)
per channel minimum RMS
power, with no more than Supplied Remote controller
0 * accessories (remote) (1)
0.9 % total harmonic Bee ea nd
distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output.
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Amplifier section
Power output 120 W + 120 W (front, at
rear/center/ woofer off
at 1 kHz, 0.9 % T.H.D.,
& ohms)
20 W + 20 W (rear, at
front/center/ woofer
off at 1 kHz, 8 ohms)
35 W (center, at front/
rear/woofer off at
1 kHz, 6 ohms)
40 W (woofer, at front/
reat/center off at
40 Hz, 4 ohms)
Inputs . *
Sensitivity impedance
PHONO 25 mV . 50
kilohms
co 400 mV
——————_-._ 50
TAPE, VIDEO o59mV | kilohms
1, 2, TUNER
Outputs TAPE REC OUT VIDEO
1: Voltage 250 mV,
Impedance 1} kilohms
HEADPHONES: Accepts
low and high
impedance
headphones
TONE +8 dB at 100 Hz and
10 kHz

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Additional information
Glossary
Center mode
Setting of speakers to enhance Dolby Pro
Logic Surround mode. To obtain the best
possible surround sound, select one of the
following four center modes according to
your speaker system.
¢ NORMAL mode
Select NORMAL mode if you have front
and rear speakers and a small center
speaker. Since a small speaker cannot _
produce enough bass, the bass sound of
the center channel is output from the front
speakers.
Center
Front speaker Front
speaker (L) speaker (R)
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Rear Rear
speaker (L) speaker (R)
« WIDE mode
Select WIDE mode if you have front and
rear speakers and a large center speaker.
With the WIDE mode, you can take full
advantage of Dolby Surround sound.
Center
Front speaker Front
pies (L) an (R)
_ aa eo]
Rear Rear
speaker (L)- speaker (R)
*3 CH mode
Select 3 CH mode if you have front and
center speakers but no rear speaker. The
sound of the rear channel is output from
the front speakers to let you experience
some of the surround sound without using
Tear speakers.
Center
Front
speaker
speaker (R)
Front
speaker (L)
* PHANTOM mode
Select PHANTOM mode if you have front
and rear speakers but no center speaker.
The sound of the center channel is output
from the front speakers.
Front Front
speaker (L) speaker (R)
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Rear Rear
speaker (L) speaker (R)
Delay time
Time lag between the surround sound output
from front speakers and rear speakers. By
adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers,
you can obtain the feeling of presence. Make
the delay time longer when you have placed
the rear speakers in a small room or close to
your listening position, and make it shorter
when you have placed them in a large room
or apart from your listening position.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
Decoding system of Dolby Surround sound
standardized in TV programs and movies.
Compared with the former Dolby Surround
system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround improves
sound image by using four separate channels:
off-screen audio effects, on-screen dialog,
left-to-right panning, and music. These
channels manipulate the sound to be heard
and enhance the action as it happens on the
screen. To take advantage of Dolby Pro Logic,
you should have at least one pair of rear
speakers and/or one center speaker. You also
need to select the appropriate center mode to
enjoy a full effect.
Dolby Surround
Encoding and decoding system of Dolby
Surround sound for consumer use. Dolby
Surround decodes the extra channels on the
Dolby Surround-encoded sound tracks of
movie videos and TV programs and produces
sound effects and echoes that make the action
seem to envelop you.
The amplifier offers Dolby Surround as one
of the pre-programmed sound fields. If you
have rear or center speaker(s), we
recommend that you customize the Dolby
Surround sound field by selecting the
appropriate center mode to take advantage of
Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound.
Parameter
Variable of sound that composes sound
image, such as tone or delay time. You can
customize the pre-programmed sound fields
by adjusting parameters to suft your listening
situation.
Sound field
Sound pattern produced bya sounding
source or sources in a given environment due
to direct and reflected sounds and the
acoustics of the environment. The amplifier
offers 5 pre-programmed sound fields
(ROCK, POPS, CLASSIC, MOVIE and
GAME) to let you enjoy surround sound
easily.
Surround sound
Sound that consists of three elements: direct
sound, early reflected sound (early
reflections) and reverberative sound
(reverberation). The acoustics where you hear
the sound affect the way these three sound
elements are heard. These sound elements are
combined in such a way that you can actually
feel the size and the type of a concert hall.
¢ Types of sound
Early reflections Reverberation
* Transition of sound from rear speakers
Direct sound Early
Level} » reflections Reverberation
Early reflection time Time
Test tone
Signal given out by the amplifier for
adjusting the speaker volume. The test tone
will come out as follows:
* Ina system with a center speaker
(NORMAUWIDE/3 CH modes)
The test tone is output from the front L
(left), center, front R (right), and rear
speakers in succession.
Front (L) Front (R)
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3 CH
=) Rear (1, R) O |
NORMAL/WIDE
* Ina system without a center speaker
(PHANTOM mode)
The test tone is output from the front ‘and
the rear speakers alternately.
Front (L, R)
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PHANTOM
i) Rear (LR) |

A, B
Adjusting
delay time 12
speaker volume 12
volume 8
Audio/video component
hookups 5
Center mode 11,16
NORMAL mode 11, 16
PHANTOM mode 11, 16
3CH mode 11,16
WIDE mode 11, 16
Choosing
surround mode 10
Connecting. See Hookups
D, E, F, G
Delay time 12, 16
Dolby Pro Logic
Surround 16
getting the most out of 11
Dolby Surround sound 10, 16
center mode 11,16
H, I, J, K, L, M
Hookups
AC power cord 7
audio/video component 5
overview 4
speakers 6
N, O
NORMAL mode i, 16
PHANTOM mode 11, 16
Program ’sourceé
selecting 8
Quick reference guide
(back cover)
Rear panel
5, 6, 7, 18
Recording
ona tape or videotape 9
Remote 8, 10,11, 13, 19
controlling Sony
components 8
Selecting a program source
using the remote 8
Sound field
preset 13
Speakers
connection 7
placement 6
Surround sound 10, 16
T Controls
Testtone 12, 16 MASTER VOLUME 8
3CH mode 11, 16
i 14
Troubleshooting Jacks
U,V PHONES 8
Unpacking 4
Using superwoofer 13 Indicators
w, X, Y, Z DOLBY PRO LOGIC 10
Names of controls
WIDE mode 11, 16 SUPERWOOFER 13
Other
4
Buttons
ANT TV/VTR 19
BALANCE 8 ~—
CD 8
CENTER 12
CENTER LEVEL 12
CENTER MODE 11
CHANNEL 19
DELAY 12
DISC SKIP 19
DOLBY 10,11
FM/AM _ 19
HALL 10
PHASE 13
PHONO 8
REAR 12
REAR LEVEL 12
SIMULATED 10
SOUND FIELD 13
SUPERWOOFER 13
SUPERWOOFER ON/OFF 13
SURROUND MODE 10
SURROUND ON/OFF 10
S.W.LEVEL 13
SYSTEM POWER 8
TAPE 8
TONE 8
T.TONE 12
TUNER 8
TV POWER 8,19
TV/VIDEO 8,19
VIDEO 1/2 8
VIDEO1 8
VIDEO2 8
VOLUME 19
WOOFER 13
WOOFER ON/OFF 13
</P> 19
Ki /PP1 19
19 2
<a/co 19
@ 19 a8 5s
@ 19
+/- 11,13
Number 19
Switch and selector
DECK A/DECKB 19
POWER 8
VIR 1/2/3 19
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Rear Panel Descriptions
ch ground terminal
(2] REAR SPEAKERS
AC power cord
SWITCHED AC OUTLET
[5] WOOFER SPEAKER
(6] CENTER SPEAKER
FRONT SPEAKERS
VIDEO 1
(9] VIDEO 2
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Remote Button Descriptions
Remote Button Descriptions
For buttons not described on previous pages and buttons with names different from the buttons on the main unit.
Remote Operates Function
Button i ;
0-10 CD player Selects track numbers.
>10 CD player Selects track numbers
over 10.
FM/AM Tuner Selects the band.
+/- Tuner Scans and selects stations.
DISC SKIP CD player Skips discs (CD player
with multi-disc changer
only.)
DECK A/B Tape deck Selects operation mode
between deck A and B
<</>> Tape deck/ Fastforwards or rewinds.
VCR
He / PP CD player Skips tracks.
" CD player/ Pauses play or record.
Tape deck/ (Also starts recording
VCR with components in
record standby.)
> CD player/ Starts play.
Tape deck/
VCR
u CD player/ Stops play.
Tape deck/
VCR
<a , Tape deck Starts play on the reverse
side.
Operates
Function
_ Selects input signal: TV
input or video input.
Turns on or off the power
of TV.
VOLUME +/- TV
Adjusts the volume.
CHANNEL TV/VCR
+/-
VTR 1/2/3 VCR
VTRPOWER- VCR
ANT TV/VTR VCR
Selects the preset
channels.
Selects the operation of
VCR as follows:
VTR 1 (Beta)
VTR 2 (8 mm)
VTR 3 (VHS)
Turns on or off the power
of VCR.
Selects output signal from
the antenna terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
19

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Selecting a
Component
Example: Playing a CD
+
Turn on the CD player.
+
Start playing.
Printed in USA
Sony Corporation
uick Reference Guide
Choosing a
Surround Mode
Example: Listening to classic
music on a CD
HALL
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+
Tum on the CD player.
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Start playing.
SS TTS
Using Preset Sound
Fields
Example: Listening to classic
music on a CD
+
3 CLASSIC
+
Tum on the CD player.
+
Start playing.