Sony TA-VE110 User manual

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WARNING
- To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet. Refer servicing to aeh
personnel only.
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 t the amplifier, check
that the Operating voltage’: is identical
with your local power supply. The
operatitig voltage is indicated on the
rameplaté-af the rear of the amplifier.
The amplifier is not disconnected
from the AC power source (mains) as
long ‘as it is connectéd'to thé wall
outlet, even if the amplifier itself has
been turned off.
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 mains
lead, grasp the plug itself; never pull
the cord.
¢ The AC power cord (mains lead)
must be changed, at a.qualified , ;
service shop only.
The mains switch is located on n the 2
front exterior.
On placement
* Do not install the appliance ina
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built in cabinet.
* Place the amplifier in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup 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.
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.
The following icons are used in this
manual:
Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
sx. Indicates hints and tips for
making the task easier.
This amplifier has the Dolby Surround
system.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“Dolby”, the double-D symbol OO and
“Pro Logic” ate trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
‘TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
TV/VCR Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 5
Speaker System Hookups 6
AC Hookups 6
Amplifier Operations
Selecting a Component 7
Using Surround Sound
Choosing a Surround Mode 8
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 8
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 10
Specifications 11
Glossary 12
Index 13
Rear Panel Descriptions 13
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Getting Started ©
Unpacking
Check that you received the following items with your
: amplifier:
¢ Remote controller (remote) (1)
* Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
¢ Scart adaptor (1)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with the + and -—on
the battery compartment. When using the remote,
point it at the remote sensor fl on the amplifier.
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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.
* 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 use 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 components. Follow the hookup
procedures for the components that you want to
connect to the amplifier on the pages specified. To
learn the locations and names of each jack, see “Rear
Panel Descriptions” on page 13."
TV/VCR Hookups (5)
Speaker System
Hookups (6).
Audio Component
Hookups (5)
Before you get started
¢ Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.
* Do not connect the mains lead 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 colour-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the
components: White (left, audio) to White; and Red
(right, audio) to Red.

TV/VCR Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to corinect video
componerits to the amplifier. For specific locations of
the jacks, see the illustration below.
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 -TV
Hookups
The arrow => indicates signal flow.
You can listen to the sound from VCR or TV by
connecting the audio signal from VCR or TV to the
amplifier.
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To TV audio input
Euro AV Cable (not
supplied)
Amplifier
VIDEO 1 or 2 AUDIO IN
Scart adaptor
(supplied)
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“CY Use the function buttons (TV, VIDEO2, AUX) to select
the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT signal. You can record this
audio signal by connecting a recording component such
as a cassette deck (to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jack).
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"@ Ifyou have another component, such as a second VCR
or LD player, connect it to the remaining VIDEO
AUDIO IN jacks.
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Audio Component Hookups —
Overview
This section describes how to connect either an entire
audio system or an individual audio component to the
amplifier so you.can listen to stereo sources in.
surround sound.
For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration
below.
What cords will | need?
Audio cord (not supplied) (1)
Hookups
The arrow => indicates signal flow.
Audio system
Connect the PRE OUT, ADAPTER OUT, or TAPE REC jacks
on your control amplifier to the AUX IN jacks on the
amplifier.
Amplifier
Control
Amplifier
CD player (etc.)
Connect the LINE OUT jacks on your CD player (etc.) to the
AUX IN jacks on the amplifier.
empuHeE CD Player (etc.)
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Getting Started
|
Speaker
System
Hookups
|
~ Overview
This
section
describes
how
to
connect
your
speakers
to
the
amplifier.
Connecting
an
active
woofer
will
}
increase
bass
response.
For
specific
locations
of
the
terminals,
see
the
illustration
below.
CENTER SPEAKERS
SURROUND
REAR
out
FRONT
SPEAKERS
SURROUND MIX — REAR SPEAKERS
: out
For
optimum
surround
sound
effect,
place
your
speakers
as
shown
below.
What cords will ! need?
Speaker
cord
(not
supplied)
(1
for
each
speaker)
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.
Hookups
: Front speakers
Front
speaker
Front
speaker
(R)
Amplifier
(L)
6%
Rear and centre speakers: *
Rear
speaker
Rear
speaker
(R)
Amplifier
Centre
speaker
(L)
Active woofer
Amplifier
Active
woofer
REAR
¢ When using wireless rear speakers
You
can
connect
the
wireless
rear
speaker
system
using
the SURROUND REAR out pin jacks.
Transmitter
Amplifier
(for
wireless
rear
speakers)
SURROUND
AC Hookups
Connecting the mains lead
Connect
the
mains
lead
from
this
amplifier
and
from
your
audio/video
components
to
a
wall
outlet.
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i
ar
to a wall
outlet
Before You Use Your Amplifier
Make
sure
that
you
have
turned
MASTER
VOLUME
to
the
leftmost
position
(0).

Amplifier Operations
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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 6.
* Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position
(0) to avoid damaging your speakers.
POWER MASTER VOLUME
Function buttons
1 Press POWER to turn on the amplifier.
Using POWER OFF on the remote puts the
amplifier in STANDBY mode. Press one of the
Function buttons to turn on the power, using the
amplifier, when it is in STANDBY mode.
2 Press a function button to select the component
you want to use:
To listen to Press
Video tapes VIDEO 1
TV programmes TV
Laser discs (or video tapes) VIDEO 2
Records, Radio programmes, AUX*
Compact discs (CD),
Audio tapes, or MiniDiscs (MD)
* Tf you connected an additional audio component to
the AUX IN jacks as shown on page 5.
3 Turn on the component, the VCR for example,
and ‘start playback.
4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.
To Do this
Mute the sound Press MUTING. Press again to
restore the sound
Reinforce the bass Press BASS BOOST to turn on
the BASS BOOST indicator.
Watching video programmes
To take full advantage of the amplifier’s surround
sound effects, like Dolby Surround, turn off the
speakers on your TV before you start. This also lets you
use the amplifier’s remote to control the sound.
To watch TV programmes, do the following:
1° Turon your TV.
2 Turn on the amplifier and press TV.
To watch videos or laser discs, do the following:
1 Turn on your VCR or LD player.
2 Turn on the amplifier and press VIDEO 1 (to
watch a video).
Using the remote | g
POWER OFF
FUNCTION
1 Press one of the FUNCTION buttons to select the
component you want to use. When the amplifier
is in STANDBY mode, the power turns on and the
input switches to the component you selected.
To listen to Press
TV programmes TV
Video Tapes VIDEO 1
Laserdiscs (or video tapes) VIDEO 2
an audio component AUX
2 = Start playback.
To turn off the amplifier
Press POWER OFF.
Note
This unit switches between audio inputs only.
Use your TV or VCR to switch between visual inputs.
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Using Surround Sound
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Choosing a Surround Mode
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by
selecting oné of the three pre-programmed surround
modes according to the type of programme you wish
to play. j
SURROUND MODE
SURROUND
ON/OFF
1 Press SURROUND MODE to turn on the
surround sound.
One of the SURROUND indicators lights up in.the
display.
2 Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly until the
indicator for the surround mode you want lights
up.
Select the appropriate surround mode as follows:
Select To
PRO LOGIC Decode programmes processed with Dolby
Surround and create the atmosphere of a
movie theatre.
C. STUDIO Reproduce the acoustics of a movie
theatre. Ideal for soft, acoustic sounds.
SIMULATED Create a simulated surround sound from
monaural sources such as old movies or
TV programmes.
To turn off surround sound
Press SURROUND ON/OFF on the remote.
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~~
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 centre mode according to the
speaker system you have. Then, adjust the volume of
each speaker.
Note that you must connect the rear speakers and/or
one centre speaker to do the following adjustments.
CENTER MODE LEVEL
Indicators Indicators EFFECT —/+
CENTER MODE SURROUND SURROUND MODE
Indicators : :
SURROUND
Modes
EFFECT +/-
SURROUND
ON/OFF
TEST TONE
REAR CENTER
LEVEL +/- LEVEL +/—
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Selecting the centre mode
The amplifier offers you four centre modes: Phantom,
Normal, Wide, and 3 Channel Logic. Each mode is
designed for a different speaker configuration. Select
the mode that best suits your speaker's system”
configuration:
1 Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly to select the
PRO LOGIC sound field.
The CENTER MODE indicator may not light
immediately when using SURROUND MODE on
the amplifier to select the PRO LOGIC.
2 Press CENTER MODE repeatedly until the
indicator for the centre mode you want lights in
the display. Select the centre mode as follows:
if you have — Select So that
Front and rear PHANTOM The sound of the
speakers, no centre channel is
centre speaker output from the front
speakers.
Front and rear NORMAL The bass sound of the
centre channel is
output from the front
speakers (because a
small speaker cannot
produce enough
bass).
speakers, and a
small centre
speaker
Front and rear WIDE
speakers, and a
large centre
speaker
For “complete”
Dolby Pro Logic
Surround sound.
The sound of the rear
channel is output
from the front
speakers.
Front and centre 3 CH LOGIC
speakers, no rear (3 Channel
speaker Logic)
Using Surround Sound
Adjusting
the
speaker
volume
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The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your
speakers to the same level.
You can only use the test tone when the surround.
mode is set to Pro Logic.
Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the
volume level from.your listening position.
1 Press TEST TONE on the remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker
sequentially.
2 Adjust the volume level so that the test tone from
each speaker is at the same level from your
listening position.
¢ To adjust the level of centre speaker, press
CENTER LEVEL + or ~ on'the remote.
¢ To adjust the level of rear speakers, press
REAR LEVEL + or — on the remote.
3 Press TEST TONE on the remote to turn off the
test tone.
o You can adjust all speakers at one time
Adjust MASTER VOLUME on the amplifier or remote.
Note
The centre and rear levels are indicated on the LEVEL meter
in the centre of the display during adjustment.
Adjusting the Effect Level |
(for C. STUDIO and SIMULATED only)...
You can make the surround sound more prominent by
increasing the EFFECT level. This control lets you
adjust the “presence” of the surround effect in five
steps (1-5).
1° Start playing a programme source.
2 Use EFFECT (—/+) to select the level you prefer.
The effect level is indicated on the LEVEL meter
in the centre of the display.
Note
Changing the effect level may not produce major variations
in the surround effect when used with certain playback
sources.
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Additional Information
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.
Press MUTING if the MUTING indicator
turns on.
Make sure you select the correct component
on the amplifier.
Check whether or not you used the
appropriate AV cables.
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The feft and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
=> Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
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 or only a very low-level sound is heard from ©
the rear speakers.: nae
=> Select the appropriate centre mode (see page
=» Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 9). :
™ Make sure you turned on the surround mode.
Note ;
The Dolby Surround effect is dependent on the software
and reception mode being used. ,
Check the speaker levels using the test mode and make
sure to use stereo recordings and to set the TV and VCR
to stereo reception mode.
No sound is heard from the centre speaker.
“> Select the appropriate centre mode (see page
9).
“> Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 9).
Surround effect cannot be obtained. :
=> Make sure you turn on the surround mode.
No picture or an unclear picture is seen on the TV screen.
=>
Place your TV away from the audio
components. :
Recording cannot be made. .
=—
Check that the components are connected
correctly.
The remote does not function.
=>
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Point the remote at the remote sensor Hl 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. ;