Sony HT-K5 User manual

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©2006 Sony Corporation
2-667-838-12(1)
Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
HT-K5
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To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Don’t throw away batteries with
general house waste; dispose of
them correctly as chemical waste.
About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
HT-K5. Check your receiver’s model number by
looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. In
this manual, the models of area code SP is used for
illustration purposes unless stated otherwise.
• The instructions in this manual describe the controls
on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the
supplied remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the receiver. For details on the use
of your remote, see pages 34–37.
The HT-K5 consists of:
• Receiver STR-K5
• Speaker system
– Front speakers SS-BSP5K
– Center speaker SS-CNP5K
– Surround speakers SS-SRP5K
– Sub woofer SA-WP9000
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
WARNING
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see
the illustration below).
Any differences in operation, according to the area
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
CENTER
L
LR
S
FRONT
R
2-XXX-XXX-XX AA
Area code
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Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your
components .......................................4
1a: Connecting components with
digital audio output jacks ...........6
1b: Connecting components with only
analog audio jacks ......................8
2: Connecting the antennas .....................9
3: Connecting speakers .........................10
4: Connecting the AC power cord ........13
5: Setting up the speakers .....................15
6: Setting up the sub woofer .................17
7: Adjusting the speaker levels and
balance ............................................17
— TEST TONE
Amplifier Operation
Selecting the component .......................18
Listening to FM/AM radio....................18
Presetting radio stations ........................19
Changing the display.............................20
About the display ..................................21
Enjoying Surround Sound
Using only the front speakers and sub
woofer ............................................. 22
— 2CH STEREO
Enjoying higher fidelity sound..............22
— AUTO FORMAT DIRECT
Selecting a sound field .......................... 23
Enjoying Karaoke
Using Karaoke ......................................25
Advanced karaoke settings ...................26
Advanced Adjustments and
Settings
Switching the audio input mode for digital
components .....................................28
— INPUT MODE
Customizing sound fields......................28
Advanced settings .................................30
Other Operations
Naming preset stations and inputs........ 31
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 31
Enjoying the lighting effects................. 32
Optional karaoke scoring system.......... 33
Operations Using the Remote
RM-AAU002
Before you use your remote.................. 34
Remote button description.................... 34
Changing the factory setting of an input
button.............................................. 37
Additional Information
Precautions............................................ 38
Troubleshooting.................................... 39
Specifications........................................ 41
List of button locations and reference
pages............................................... 43
Index ....................................... Back cover
Table of Contents
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Steps 1a through 1b beginning on page 6 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver.
Before you begin, refer to “Connectable components” below for the pages which describe how to
connect each component.
After hooking up all your components, proceed to “2: Connecting the antennas” (page 9).
Connectable components
a) Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc.
b) Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.
Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your components
Component to be connected Page
DVD player
With digital audio outputa) 6
With analog audio output onlyb) 8
Satellite tuner
With analog audio output onlyb) 8
Super Audio CD/CD player
With digital audio outputa) 7
With analog audio output onlyb) 8
VCR 8
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Required cords
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection
cords (Ato C) (not supplied unless indicated).
AAudio cord
White (L)
Red (R)
BOptical digital cord
CCoaxial digital cord (supplied)
Orange
Notes
• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
• When connecting an audio cord, 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.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
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Hooking up a DVD player
For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 5.
1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
SA-CD/
CD
IN
AM
ANTENNA
MIC
OUT
D-LIGHT
SYNC OUT
R
L
R
L
L
R
COAXIAL
DVD
AUDIO
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
DVD IN
AC
R
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
OUTPUT
DVD player
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Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player
For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 5.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
Note
When you play a Super Audio CD disc on a Super Audio CD player, the sound is output only if you make the
connection to SA-CD/CD AUDIO IN jacks (analog input jack) on the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the Super Audio CD player.
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
AM
ANTENNA
MIC
OUT
D-LIGHT
SYNC OUT
R
L
R
L
L
R
COAXIAL
DVD
AUDIO
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
DVD IN
BA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUT
LINE
L
R
OUTPUT
SA-CD/
CD
IN
Super Audio CD/
CD player
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For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 5.
1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
SA-CD/
CD
IN
AM
ANTENNA
MIC
OUT
R
L
R
L
R
COAXIAL
DVD
AUDIO
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
DVD IN
AA
LINE
L
R
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
L
R
A
A
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
D-LIGHT
SYNC OUT
DVD player
Super Audio CD/CD
player
VCR
Satellite Tuner
or VCR
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Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
* The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code.
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
2: Connecting the antennas
AUDIO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
SA-CD/
CD
IN
AM
ANTENNA
MIC
OUT
R
L
COAXIAL
DVD
AUDIO
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
DVD IN
R
L
*
D-LIGHT
SYNC OUT
L
R
SA-CD/CD
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM wire antenna
(supplied)
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Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system.
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a
center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).
Example of 5.1 channel speaker system configuration
Tips
• Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
• For greater flexibility in the positioning of the surround speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-FV10D floor
stand (available only in certain countries).
• You can also install the front and surround speakers on the wall (page 12).
Note
Connect the long speaker cords to the surround speaker terminals and the short speaker cords to the front and center
speaker terminals.
Attaching foot pads
To prevent speaker vibration or movement, attach the supplied foot pads to the speakers and sub woofer
as shown in the illustration below.
3: Connecting speakers
Front speaker (Right)
Surround speaker (Right)
Center speaker
Front speaker (Left)
Sub woofer
Surround speaker (Left)
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Required cords
ASpeaker cords (supplied)
(+)
(–)
BMonaural audio cord (supplied)
Black
AUDIO
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
R
LR
CENTER
L
LR
FRONTSURROUND
RL
A
Ee
A
Ee
A
B
E e E e
A
Ee
A
SPEAKERS
INPUT
Sub woofer
Center speaker Front speaker
(Left)
Front speaker
(Right)
Surround speaker
(Right)
Surround speaker
(Left)
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Installing the front speakers
on the ceiling/wall
You can hang the front speakers from the ceiling
or on a wall with hardware.
Attach the hanging hardware (not supplied)
on the top of the speakers.
Two M8 screws are already embedded in with
an interval of 100 mm on the top of the speaker.
Make sure the hanging hardware is match to the
interval of the screws on the top of the speakers.
Notes
• Use hanging hardware that is suitable for the ceiling
or wall material and strength. As a plaster board
ceiling is especially fragile, attach the hanging
hardware to a beam and fasten them to the ceiling
where reinforcement is applied.
• Contact the hanging hardware supplier or installer
regarding the ceiling, wall material and hanging
hardware to be used.
• Before installation, check the ceiling or wall to
ensure that it is strong enough to stand the weight of
the speakers. Sony is not responsible for accident or
damage caused by improper installation, insufficient
ceiling strength or improper hanging hardware
installation, natural calamity and etc.
Installing the surround
speakers on the wall
1Prepare screws (not supplied) that are
suitable for the hole on the back of
each speaker. See the illustrations
below.
2Fasten the screws to the wall. The
screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm.
3Hang the speakers on the screws.
100 mm
M8 screws
more than 4 mm
more than 25 mm
Hole on the back of the speaker
4.6 mm
10 mm
5 to 7 mm
4.6 mm
10 mm
Hole on the back of the speaker
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Notes
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and
strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile,
attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them
to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat
wall where reinforcement is applied.
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall
material or screws to be used.
• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage
caused by improper installation, insufficient wall
strength or improper screw installation, natural
calamity, etc.
Setting the voltage selector
for the receiver and sub
woofer
If your receiver and sub woofer has a voltage
selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage
selector is set to the local power supply voltage.
If not, use a screwdriver to set the selector to the
correct position before connecting the AC power
cord to a wall outlet.
Receiver
Sub woofer
4: Connecting the AC
power cord
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
120V 220V 240V
220V
120V
240V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
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Connecting the AC power
cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Note
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
Performing initial setup
operations
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure.
This procedure can also be used to return
settings you have made to their factory defaults.
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
1Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
2Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears in the
display alternatingly.
3Press MEMORY/ENTER.
“CLEARING” appears in the display for a
while, then “CLEARED” appears.
The following are reset to their factory
settings.
• All settings in the SETUP, KARAOKE,
LEVEL, CUSTOMIZE and TUNER
menus.
• The sound field memorized for each
input and preset station.
• All sound field parameters.
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset
stations.
• MASTER VOLUME is set to “VOL
MIN”.
• MUSIC VOLUME is set to “MUSIC
0 dB”.
O
NT
L
L
b
To a wall
outlet
AC power cord
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You can use the SETUP menu to set the distance
and location of the speakers connected to this
receiver.
Use the remote for the operation.
1Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ SET UP ”.
3Press V or vrepeatedly to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
For details, see “SETUP menu parameters”
on page 15.
Note
Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in
the display. This means that they have been
adjusted automatically due to other speaker
settings or may not be adjustable.
4Press B or brepeatedly to select the
setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
5Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set
all of the items that follow.
SETUP menu parameters
The initial setting is underlined.
xDIST. X.X m
(Front speaker distance)
Initial setting: 3.0 m
Lets you set the distance from your listening position
to the front speakers (A). You can adjust from 1.0
meter to 7.0 meters in 0.1 meter steps.
If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance
from your listening position, set the distance to the
closest speaker.
xDIST. X.X m
(Center speaker distance)
Initial setting: 3.0 m
Lets you set the distance from your listening position
to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should
be set from a distance equal to the front speaker
distance (A) to a distance 1.5 meters closer to your
listening position (B).
xDIST. X.X m
(Surround speaker distance)
Initial setting: 3.0 m
Lets you set the distance from your listening position
to the surround speakers. Surround speaker distance
should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker
distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your
listening position (C).
If both surround speakers are not placed an equal
distance from your listening position, set the distance
to the closest speaker.
5: Setting up the speakers
LR
30˚30˚
100˚-120˚100˚-120˚
A
CC
A
B
C
SL SR
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Tip
The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in
terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the
center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the
center speaker cannot be set more than 1.5 meters
closer than the front speakers.
Likewise, the surround speakers cannot be set further
away from the listening position than the front
speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters
closer.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not
conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than
the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in
the output of the sound from that speaker. In other
words, the speaker will sound like it is further away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance 1–2
meters closer than the actual speaker position will
create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the
screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround
effect because the surround speakers are too close,
setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter)
than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound
often results in much better surround sound. Give it a
try!
xXXXX/XX
(Surround speaker position)
Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers
for proper implementation of the surround effects in
the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 23).
• SIDE/LO
Select if the location of your surround speakers
corresponds to section Aand C.
•SIDE/HI
Select if the location of your surround speakers
corresponds to section Aand D.
• BEHD/LO
Select if the location of your surround speakers
corresponds to section Band C.
• BEHD/HI
Select if the location of your surround speakers
corresponds to section Band D.
Tip
Surround speaker position is designed specifically for
implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes.
For other sound fields, speaker position is not so
critical. Those sound fields were designed under the
premise that the surround speakers would be located
behind the listening position, but presentation remains
fairly consistent even with the surround speakers
positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the
speakers are pointing toward the listener from the
immediate left and right of the listening position, the
surround effects becomes unclear unless set to
“SIDE/LO” or “SIDE/HI”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain
better results using “BEHD/HI” if your speakers are
located high above the listening position, even if they
are to the immediate left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary
to the above explanation, we recommend that you
playback multi channel surround encoded software and
select the setting that provides a good sense of
spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a
cohesive space between the surround sound from the
surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers.
If you are not sure which sounds best, select
“BEHD/LO” or “BEHD/HI” and then use the speaker
distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to
obtain proper balance.
SL SR
B
B
A A
100˚ 120˚
60
30
C
D
C
D
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Listening to the sub woofer
Front view
Rear view
Before playing the program source, set the
volume to minimum on the receiver.
1Turn on the receiver.
2Press input buttons (e.g., DVD) to
select the program source (e.g., DVD
player).
3Press POWER on the sub woofer.
The POWER indicator on the sub woofer
lights up.
4Play the program source.
5Turn LEVEL on the sub woofer to
adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to suit your preference
according to the program source as slight
adjustments may enhance the sound.
Note
Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum.
Extraneous noise may be heard.
Adjust the speaker levels and balance while
listening to the test tone from your listening
position.
Use the remote for the operation.
Tip
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency
centered at 800 Hz.
1Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2Press TEST TONE.
“T. TONE” appears in the display.
The test tone is output from each speaker in
sequence and the display will automatically
change as follows:
LEFT (Front left) tCENTER (Center) t
RIGHT (Front right) tSURR R
(Surround right) tSURR L (Surround
left) tS. WOOFER (Sub woofer)
3Adjust the speaker levels and balance
using the LEVEL menu so that the level
of the test tone sounds the same from
each speaker.
For details on the LEVEL menu settings,
see page 28.
Tips
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote or
turn MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
• The adjusted value are shown in the display
during adjustment.
4Press TEST TONE again after
adjustment.
The test tone turns off.
Note
The test tone will automatically cancel when you
activate the karaoke function.
6: Setting up the sub
woofer
POWER
indicator
LEVEL
INPUT
POWER
POWER
7: Adjusting the speaker
levels and balance
— TEST TONE
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1Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
input.
The selected input appears in the display.
2Turn on the component and start
playback.
Note
If you select any video components, set the TV’s
video input to match the component you selected.
3Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the
volume.
Note
To avoid damaging your speakers, make sure that
you turn down the volume before you turn off the
receiver.
To mute the sound
Press MUTING on the remote.
The muting function will be canceled when you
do the following.
• Press MUTING on the remote again.
• Turn the power off.
• Increase the volume.
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
make sure you have connected the FM and AM
antennas to the receiver (see page 9).
Tip
The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as
shown in the following table. For details on area codes,
see page 2.
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (see page 41).
Automatic tuning
If you do not know the frequency of the station
you want, you can let the receiver scan all
available stations in your area.
1Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high;
press TUNING – to scan from high to low.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
In case of poor FM stereo
reception
If the FM stereo reception is poor and
“STEREO” flashes in the display, select
monaural audio so that the sound will be less
distorted.
Use the remote for the operation.
1Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“ TUNER ”.
2Press V or vrepeatedly to select “FM
AUTO”.
3Press B or brepeatedly to select “FM
MONO”.
The FM reception switches to monaural.
Amplifier Operation
Selecting the component
To select the Display
VCR VIDEO 1 or
VIDEO 2
Satellite tuner VIDEO 2
DVD player DVD
Super Audio CD or
CD player
SA-CD/CD
Built-in tuner (FM) FM and frequency
Built-in tuner (AM) AM and frequency
Listening to FM/AM radio
Area code FM AM
SP 50 kHz 9 kHz
E51 50 kHz 10 kHz*
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Tip
You will not be able to enjoy the stereo effect, but the
sound will be less distorted. To return to stereo mode,
select “FM AUTO” in step 3.
Direct tuning
You can enter the frequency of the station you
want directly.
Use the remote for the operation.
1Press TUNER repeatedly to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
Tip
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR knob
on the receiver.
2Press D.TUNING.
3Press the numeric buttons to enter the
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Press 1 b0 b2 b5 b0
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
Press 1 b3 b5 b0
(You do not have to enter the last “0” when
the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz.)
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for
optimum reception.
If you cannot tune in a station
and the entered numbers flash
Make sure you have entered the right frequency.
If not, repeat step 3. If the entered numbers still
flash, the frequency is not used in your area.
You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations.
Then you can easily tune in the stations you
often listen to.
Presetting radio stations
1Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2Tune in the station that you want to
preset using automatic tuning
(page 18) or direct tuning (page 19).
3Press MEMORY/ENTER.
“MEMORY” lights up in the display for a
few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the
display goes out.
4Press TUNING + or TUNING –
repeatedly to select a preset station
number.
Each time you press the button, you can
select the preset station number as follows:
If “MEMORY” turns off before you select
the preset station number, start again from
step 3.
Tip
You can also use the remote to select a preset
station number. Press SHIFT repeatedly to select
a memory page (A, B or C) and then press the
numeric buttons to select a preset number.
5Press MEMORY/ENTER again.
The station is stored to the selected preset
number.
If “MEMORY” turns off before you press
MEMORY/ENTER, start again from step
3.
6Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another
station.
Presetting radio stations
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Tuning to preset stations
Use the remote for the operation.
1Press TUNER repeatedly to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
Tip
You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR knob
on the receiver.
2Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset station
you want.
Each time you press the button, you can
select the preset station as follows:
To select the preset station
directly
Press the numeric buttons on the remote.
The preset station of the selected number in the
current memory page is tuned in. Press SHIFT
repeatedly on the remote to change the memory
page.
Changing the information in
the display
You can check the sound field etc. by changing
the information in the display.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will
change cyclically as follows.
Current karaoke score1) tIndex name of the
input2) tSelected input tSound field
currently applied
When the tuner is selected
Index name of preset station2) tFrequency t
Sound field currently applied
1) Karaoke score appears only when you have
activated the karaoke function and scoring system.
2) Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 31). Index
name does not appear when only blank spaces have
been entered, or it is the same as the input name.
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T
tC0y...yC2yC1T
Changing the display
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