Sony STR-DA5700ES User manual

Sony’s agship STR-DA5700 ES receiver is the heart of the ultimate
home theater experience with 130 watts per channel, the widest
selection of home network, Internet video and audio streaming options
(including Netix®), second-zone Cat5 expansion, Sony’s DCAC EX
Auto Calibration, the simplicity of activity-based navigation, seamless
integration with control systems and more.
Bullets
• 7.2 Channel A/V Receiver (8 Ohm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD)1
• Internet streaming: Netix®, YouTube™, Pandora® and more
• Activity-based on screen interface for easy navigation
• Easy Setup Wizard saves time
• DCAC EX Speaker Auto-Calibration with Speaker Relocation and Automatic Phase Matching
• 3D pass-through over HDMI
• Integrated 4-port Ethernet switch
• iPhone®/iPod touch®/Android® Remote Control App3
• 8 HD Inputs (6 HDMI™, 2 Component), 2 HDMI outputs
• iPhone®/iPod® via front USB
• Integrates with Control Systems via Control over IP, RS232 or IR
Features
Powerful, clean sound
130 Watts x 7 (8 Ohm 20-20kHz 0.09%THD)1
Stream video and audio from the Internet
Give yourself more options with a wide variety of streaming video and music, including Netix®,
YouTube™, Hulu Plus, Pandora™ and Slacker®.
Simple on-screen operation with an “Activity Based” menu
Easily access and manage your input devices and settings with the intuitive Activity Based on-
screen menu. For example, navigate to “watch” à “Blu-Ray” rather than “Input” à “HDMI 1”.
HDMI™ GUI overlay
Quickly change or check settings without disrupting what you’re watching. The Faroudja® DCDi
Cinema chipset allows for an onscreen menu to overlay 1080p content2 via an HDMI connection.
iPhone®/iPod touch® / Android Application3
Turn your smart phone (iPhone®, Android®, etc.) into a remote control for your entertainment
system by downloading the ES Remote app. Browse and operate the receiver’s functions and
settings on your mobile device without displaying it on the TV.
Eight High Denition inputs for system exibility
Six HDMI™ inputs (up to 1080/60p capable) let you connect a Sony PlayStation®3 entertainment
system, Blu-ray Disc™ player, or any other HDMI™-capable equipment and get uncompressed
digital video and multi-channel digital audio.
Front HDMI input for quick connectivity
Conveniently located HDMI input on the front bezel quickly connects an HD camera/camcorder,
game system or other HDMI equipped device.
Two HDMI Outputs
The receiver’s two HDMI outputs can toggle or simultaneously output 1080p2 video between two
HD displays, such as two televisions or a television plus a projectors.
USB Front Input
STR-DA5700ES 7.2 networked A/V receiver with streaming video and
audio.

Allows for simple connection of portable devices including iPod®/iPhones®, and media USB
drive/hard drive.
4-Port Ethernet Switch
The STR-DA5700ES has an included 4 Port Ethernet Switch so you can connect your home theater
or other components to your router through the AV receiver. (No need for an additional Ethernet
Switch.)
Quick Speaker Set Up (Digital Cinema Audio Calibration EX)
Simply place the included microphone at your listening position, start auto-calibration, and
the receiver will correct for speaker distance, degree, characteristic, and phase to create an
acoustically ideal environment.
Direct Stream Digital (DSD) Decoding via HDMI
Audio format utilized for high-resolution formats like SA-CD, transmitted via HDMI™ cable (sold
separately), to minimize information loss and maintain audio signal purity.
Flexible speaker conguration options
The STR-DA5700ES is capable of 7.2 channel audio but can be also congured to include front
high speakers, use the surround back speakers for a second zone of audio, or for bi-amp speaker
capability.
Multi-Room HD4 Video Distribution – up to 2 rooms (Component Video)
Start your favorite HD programming in the living room and nish in the bedroom. HD 1080i quality
video signals can be distributed over CAT5e for the second zone output.
Custom Control and Installation Connections
The STRDA5700ES is controllable over IP, RS232 and IR, and is compatible with the major control
systems. It also includes triggers for exible installation options.
Network Updatable
Allows for updates over the network.
Faroudja® DCDi Cinema Technology
The STR-DA5700ES is equipped with Faroudja® DCDi Cinema IC technology to help correct
jaggedness oen seen aer I/P (Interlace/Progressive) conversion. This produces a smooth, high-
denition-quality picture.
DTS Neo:X
Neo:X is the world’s rst 11.1 surround system providing a semi-spherical sound eld using an 11.1
speaker conguration adding height/wide speakers to create a natural, immersive, spacious and
lifelike 3D audio soundscape.
Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz
The STR-DA5700ES supports Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz, featuring Front-High Speakers, for a more
spacious, three dimensional surround sound experience.
Berliner Philharmonic Soundeld
Simulate the sound eld of one of the world’s premiere orchestras—Berliner Philharmonic. This
acoustic eect choice is automatically chosen when streaming audio from the included Berliner
Philharmoniker’s Digital Concert Hall service.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio® Ready
Connect the accessory antenna (sold separately), sign up for the SIRIUS Satellite Radio® service5
(fees apply), and enjoy the variety of digital radio with the superior sound quality of an A/V
receiver.
Enhanced Color Range (Deep Color & x.v.Color™ technology6
Take HDTV color expression to new levels with x.v.Color and Deep Color technology.6 When the
STR-DA5700ES is connected to x.v.Color capable video sources, the display shows nearly twice
(1.8x) as many viewable colors as the existing RGB color standard.
HDMI™ Pass-through

Specications
Amplier/Receiver
Amplier
Features
(4Ohms
1kHz)
THD
RMS
0.7%
(4Ohms
20-
20kHz)
THD
0.15%
(8Ohms
1kHz)
THD
RMS
0.7%
(8Ohms
20-
20kHz)
THD
0.09%
CIS & Control
Features
12V
Trigger 3
2nd A Speaker&Line
2nd V Composite &
Component
2nd/3rd
Zone
ON/OFF
Switch
Yes
Video
Features 3D Yes
CIS & Control
Features 3rd A Line(Fix)
Amplier
Features
4
Ohm/8
Ohm Yes (In Menu)
4Ohms
1kHz
RMS 100W+100W
4Ohms
20-
20kHz 85W+85W
8Ohms
1kHz
RMS 110W+110W
8Ohms
20-
20kHz 100W+100W
Decoding
Format(s) Yes
Even though you connect your TV and cable or satellite box via the STR-DA5700ES, you can
turn o the receiver when you watch your cable or satellite and the audio will pass through the
receiver to the TV speakers.
3D Pass-through
When you connect 3D capable HDTV and Blu-ray Disc™ Player with a high speed HDMI™ cable,
the STR-DA5700ES can pass through a 3D signal, so you can enjoy 3D picture with high quality
sound.
24p True Cinema™ Pass-through
24p True Cinema™ support provides a direct connection to 24p video sources such as a Blu-ray
Disc™ player or Sony PlayStation®3 entertainment system. This avoids conversions and displays
lms at their intended 24 fps cinematic picture quality.
HD-D.C.S.
D.C.S. is a proprietary Sony® soundeld that has been precisely tuned to the Cary Grant sound
stage at the Sony Pictures Entertainment studio, where hundreds of Hollywood hits have been
recorded.
Sony® DLL Audio Scaler
The Sony® DLL Audio Scaler analyzes and upscales standard denition (compressed) audio
signals (@ 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz) to 192kHz. It’s eective for network content, too.
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) Audio Server
Distribute your personal music library to other DLNA devices.7
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)
DLNA compliance allows compliant AV Receivers to access digital photos, music, and video from
DLNA-enabled PCs and other devices.7
One Touch Play (BRAVIA Sync™)
BRAVIA Sync™ utilizes the HDMI™ CEC function to power up and select the appropriate inputs
for your BRAVIA® HDTV and HDMI™-connected A/V components8 and route signals to the home
theater components.
Audio Return Channel (ARC)
Route audio from your TV, whether it is from an over the air channels or Network content from
BRAVIA® Internet Link, back downstream to your STR-DA5700ES with a single ARC HDMI™ cable
(sold separately).
Sony® ES 5-Year Limited Warranty
The STR-DA5700ES comes with an industry leading 5-year parts and labor warranty, 90-day
advanced exchange program, and dedicated toll-free support line staed by CEDIA-trained
product experts.
(1-877-619-7669; Monday – Friday 10am – 7pm ET)

Inputs and
Outputs
A/V In/
Out 5 in/1 out (0/0)
Video
Features
A/V
SYNC Yes(Variable)
A/V
Sync
Auto
Mode
Yes
A/V
Sync 192kHz
A/V
Sync
Time
(msec)
1200msec
Inputs and
Outputs
Analog
Audio In
(Inc TV
CEC)/
Out
(excl.
tuner)/
4 in/1 out/ Plus
ARC
Amplier
Features
Analog
Direct Yes
Video
Features
Yes
Yes
Audio
Return Yes
General
Features Auto Yes
Tuner Auto
Tuning Yes
DCAC
Features
Yes
Band 31
Amplier
Features Bi-AMP Yes
Video
Features Yes
Weight and
Carton 549×330×501
Carton
Weight
(kg) 22
CIS & Control
Features Yes
Network
Features
CIS IP
Control Yes
Inputs and
Outputs
Coaxial 3 in/0 out
2 in/1 out
Network
Features Yes
DCAC
Features DCAC GOLD
General
Features
DCS/
HD-
D.C.S.
LED
HD-D.C.S.
Network
Features English
General
Features Yes
Inputs and
Outputs
Digital
Input
Assign Yes
Amplier
Features
Digital
Legato
Linear Yes
Network
Features Direct Yes
Tuner Direct
Tuning Yes(RM)
General
Features Display 10 digit dot
matrix
Inputs and
Outputs 1
Decoding
Format(s)
Dolby
Digital
EX Yes
Dolby
Digital/
DTS Yes/Yes
Dolby
Dual
Mono Yes
Dolby
Prologic Yes
Dolby
Prologic
II Yes
Dolby
Prologic
IIx Yes
Dolby
Prologic
IIz Yes
Amplier
Features DSP Falcon2.0 +
Falcon2.0
Decoding
Format(s)
DTS
96/24 Yes
DTS HD/ Yes/Yes/Yes
DTS
NEO:6 Yes
DTS-ES Yes(Yes/Yes)
Amplier
Features B,T/B,T/B,T/B,T
Inputs and
Outputs
1 in/ 3 out
Front
Input AV(Gold)+Opt
General
Features
GUI Yes
GUI English
Amplier
Features
HD-
D.C.S. Yes (SB/FH)
Inputs and
Outputs
HDMI
In/Out:
(Front
input)
5 in/2 out
Video
Features
HDMI
Active Yes
HDMI
Pass
Through Yes
HDMI™
Video
Output
Amplier
Features Yes(Gold)
Network
Features iPhone Yes
General
Features iPod VIDEO/MUSIC
Home Share
Features iPod Yes (music)
CIS & Control
Features
IR
Repeat
(In/Out) Yes(1 in /2 out)
Network
Features English
Decoding
Format(s) LPCM Yes/Yes/Yes
DCAC
Features Mic MONO
Inputs and
Outputs
Monitor
Out 1(0)
General
Features Multi Yes
Inputs and
Outputs
Multi-ch
In 1(7.1)
Network
Features
Music WAV ( LPCM ), MP3, WMA,
AAC, FLAC
Yes (Music/
Photo/Video)
Yes
No
Amplier
Features
Night
Mode No
Number
of Amp 7ch
OP Yes
Inputs and
Outputs
Opt. In/
Out/TV
(CEC):
incl
Front
input
& TV
(CEC)
4/1/yes
General
Features Panel Alumi/ES Basic
Network
Features PC Yes
Inputs and
Outputs
Phono
(MM) Yes
Network
Features Photo JPEG
General
Features Pin Jack Nickel
Amplier
Features Yes
General
Features
Power 480W
Power 120V 60Hz
Power
Stand
By 0.5W
Inputs and
Outputs Pre Out Yes
Network
Features Pre- Rhapsody/
SHOUTcast
Tuner Preset TTL90 (30

General
Features
Quick
Click Yes
Weight and
17" × 7-3/8" ×
16-1/2"
430 × 187.5 ×
420
17.7
39lb 3/8oz
CIS & Control
Features
RS-232C
for
control Yes
Tuner Sirius
Ready Yes
General
Features
Sleep
Timer Yes
Amplier
Features
Sound
Field
Link (w
Lock)
Yes(Yes)
Sound
Field 2
Sound
Field 2
Sound
Field 3
Sound
Field 5
Sound
Field 10
Speaker
Selector A/B/ A+B
Speaker
Terminal Screw (Ni)
Tuner Station
Name Yes
Amplier
Features
Sub
Woofer
X' Over
17 points (40-
200Hz)
Video
Features
Theater
Mode
Selector Yes
Home Share
Features
Tuner
Preset 30 Sirius/30 FM/30 AM
Amplier
Features Type Analog
Video
Features
Video
Down Yes
Network
Features
Video
Format
MPEG-2 PS,
MPEG-1
PS, MPEG-
4, AVCHD,
Xvid, WMV
Resolution: up
to 720x480
CIS & Control
Features
Video
Up
Scaler & Yes/No
Video
Features Video Yes(1080i)/
Yes(1080p)
Audio Features
Sound Mode Berliner
Phill
(Auto) Yes
Accessories
Accessories
PP
LearnMacro
RM-AAL041
Simple RMRM-
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1.Measurements at 3 Ohms, 80Hz – 1 kHz with a THD of 1%.
2.1080p playback and upscaling require HDMI™ cable (sold separately) and HDTV with equivalent display capabilities. Upscaled image quality will vary.
3.Application must be downloaded from the iTunes® application store. Requires that the Blu-ray Disc Player and the iPhone® or iPod touch® be connected to the same home network
with the iPhone or iPod touch connected through an 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended).
4.HDMI cable required, sold separately.
5.SIRIUS® subscription and antenna required and sold separately.
6.Deep Color and x.v. Color™ technology are supported only when source product, HDMI™ cable, media and HDTV all support those features.
7.Requires a home network with content stored on a DLNA compliant PC or server.
8.Works with other BRAVIA Sync™ or Theatre Sync™ labeled home audio/video products when connected via HDMI™ interface.
© 2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
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