Sony STR-DN840 User manual

Sony STR-DN840 [GB] 4-454-471-11(1)
STR-DN840Multi Channel AV Receiver
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Hello, this is your Quick Setup Guide

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Connecting your TV and other devices
Other connections
Optimizing and on-screen [Easy Setup]
Playback
Setting up the speakers
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What’s in the box
You will need to have a speaker system in place
and/or other equipment ready to connect.
Multi Channel AV Receiver (1)
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Remote (RM-AAU169) (1) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)

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First, position your existing
speakers around the room
using the illustration below as a
reference.
 You can connect two FRONT HIGH
speakers instead of two SURROUND
BACK speakers if you prefer.
 Up to two subwoofers can be connected.
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Next, connect your speakers to the AV receiver.
Match the labels for each terminal to the
position of each speaker. Do not forget to
connect the subwoofer cable(s) as well.
Subwoofer
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10 mm

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Continue by connecting your TV.
To enjoy high-quality video and
audio, the optimal method is to
connect via a High Speed HDMI
cable (not supplied).
To connect your Blu-ray Disc
player, PlayStation®3, or satellite
tuner, simply connect with a High
Speed HDMI cable.
Blu-ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, or satellite tuner
Digital (better quality)
Analog (good quality)
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If your TV has an HDMI ARC
jack, you do not need an optical
digital cord.
If your TV has no HDMI ARC jack,
you need an optical digital cord
(not supplied) to enjoy TV sound
through the system speakers.
HDMI cable
Optical digital cord

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For FM radio, connect the
supplied FM wire antenna (aerial)
into the FM ANTENNA jack and
extend it for optimal reception.
Alternatively, connect your own
external antenna (aerial).
You can also connect your iPod/
iPhone to the iPod/iPhone
terminals.
Apple USB Cable
(not supplied)
 
AM loop antenna (aerial)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
To iPod, iPhone, etc.
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The shape of the AC power
cord (mains lead) and the
AC outlet (mains), varies
depending on the area.
Connect to the Internet and home network via
a wireless LAN or LAN cable  (not supplied).
[Network Settings] can be found in the
[Settings] menu of the home menu.
For further details, visit:
http://support.sony-europe.com/
Connect the AC power cord
(mains lead)  to a wall outlet
(mains).
Now you can switch on the AV
receiver, TV, subwoofer and other
devices.
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Next, plug the supplied
optimizer microphone into the
AUTO CAL MIC jack.
Place it roughly where you would
normally sit, and at ear level – on
the back of a sofa, for instance.
Confirm active subwoofer setup.
When a subwoofer is connected,
turn it on and turn up the volume
prior to activating it. Turn the
subwoofer’s LEVEL dial up about
1/3 of the way.
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