Sony Stereo Amplifier TA AV571 User Manual

3-859-326-11(1)  
Integrated AV  
Amplifier  
Operating Instructions  
Read this book first  
TA-AV571  
© 1997 by Sony Corporation  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
About This Manual  
Conventions  
Getting Started  
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.  
Unpacking ....................................................................................................... 4  
Hookup Overview ......................................................................................... 4  
Audio/ Video Component Hookups........................................................... 5  
Speaker System Hookups .............................................................................6  
AC Hookups .................................................................................................... 7  
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:  
Amplifier Operations  
Selecting a Component .................................................................................. 8  
Recording ......................................................................................................... 9  
Using Sound Fields  
Indicates that you can use only  
the remote to do the task.  
Choosing a Surround Mode ....................................................................... 10  
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound ................. 11  
Using Preset Sound Fields .......................................................................... 13  
Indicates hints and tips for  
making the task easier.  
Additional Information  
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 14  
Specifications ................................................................................................ 15  
Glossary ......................................................................................................... 16  
This amplifier incorporates the Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround system.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
“Dolby ,” the double-D symbol a and  
“Pro Logic” are trademarks of Dolby  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
Index .................................................................................................................... 17  
Rear Panel Descriptions ............................................................................ 18  
Remote Button Descriptions .................................................................. 19  
Quick Reference Guide .............................................................. back cover  
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Ge t t in g St a rt e d  
Unpacking  
Hookup Overview  
Check that you received the following items with the  
amplifier:  
• Remote controller (remote) (1)  
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
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.  
Inserting batteries into the remote  
Speaker  
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 g  
on the amplifier.  
System  
Hookups  
(see page 6)  
Audio/Video Component  
Hookups (see page 5)  
VCR  
Front  
speaker  
(L)  
Front  
speaker  
(R)  
LD player  
Center  
speaker  
TV game  
CD player  
When to replace batteries  
Rear  
speaker  
(L)  
Rear  
speaker  
(R)  
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.  
Tape deck  
Tuner  
Turntable  
Notes  
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid  
Audio/Video Component  
Hookups (see page 5)  
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 dont use the remote for an extended period of time,  
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from  
battery leakage and corrosion.  
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.  
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Tuner  
Audio/Video Component  
Hookups  
Amplifier  
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.  
Tuner (ST-JX661)  
VIDEO 2  
PHONO CD  
Tape deck  
Amplifier  
TUNER TAPE  
VIDEO 1  
What cords will I 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)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
Tape deck (TC-WR661)  
Hookups  
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.  
CD player  
Amplifier  
Turntable  
Amplifier  
Turntable  
PHONO  
OUTPUT  
IN  
LINE  
L
R
CD player (CDP-CX571)  
• If your turntable has an earth lead  
To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the y ground  
terminal on the amplifier.  
(continued)  
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VCR  
Speaker System Hookups  
VCR  
OUTPUT INPUT  
Amplifier  
VIDEO 1  
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN  
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
L
Overview  
R
R
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.  
Connecting the active woofer will increase bass  
response.  
LD player/TV game  
LD player  
OUTPUT  
Amplifier  
VIDEO 2  
AUDIO IN  
For specific locations of the terminals, see the  
illustration below.  
AUDIO  
L
R
MIX AUDIO OUT  
REAR SPEAKERS  
Where do I go next?  
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  
60 – 90 cm  
Front speaker  
45°  
What cords will I need?  
Speaker cord (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.  
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Ge t t in g St a rt e d  
Hookups  
AC Hookups  
Front speakers  
Front speaker  
(R)  
Amplifier  
Front speaker  
(L)  
Connecting the AC power cord  
FRONT  
CENTER  
SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
Connect the AC power cord from this amplifier and  
from your audio/ video components to wall outlets.  
If 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.  
R
L
} ]  
} ]  
SWITCHED AC OUTLETs  
Rear and center speakers  
Amplifier  
REAR  
Rear  
speaker  
(R)  
SPEAKERS  
Center  
speaker  
Rear  
speaker  
(L)  
R
L
} ]  
} ]  
} ]  
/
FRONT  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
SPEAKER  
to a w all outlet  
R
L
Caution  
Make sure that the power consumption of the components  
connected to the amplifiers 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.  
Active woofer  
Active w oofer  
Amplifier  
MIX  
INPUT  
AUDIO OUT  
Where do I go next?  
Go on to the next section to connect the AC power cord and  
complete your home theater system.  
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Am p lifie r Op e ra t io n s  
4
Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.  
Selecting a Component  
To  
Do this  
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.  
Adjust the bass  
Press BASS and then press  
+ or –.  
Adjust the treble  
Press TREBLE and then press  
+ or –.  
• Be sure to turn the MASTER VOLUME all the way  
down before turning off the amplifier to avoid  
damaging your speakers the next time you turn it on.  
Emphasize the bass*  
Press DBFB ON/ OFF.  
(The indicator lights up when  
the DBFB is ON.)  
* You cannot use the DBFB when you select PHONO.  
POWER  
DBFB indicator  
When you listen with headphones  
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.  
No sound is heard from your speakers.  
PHONES  
Function buttons  
MASTER VOLUME  
1
2
Press POWER to turn on the amplifier.  
Press one of the function buttons to select the  
component you want to use:  
To listen  
Press  
Records  
PHONO  
TUNER  
CD  
Radio programs  
Compact discs (CD)  
Audio tapes  
TAPE  
Video tapes  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
Laser discs (or TV game)  
3
Turn on the component, for example, a CD player,  
and then start playing.  
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Am p lifie r Op e ra t io n s  
Using the remote Z  
Recording  
The remote lets you operate the amplifier and the Sony  
components that are connected to it.  
This amplifier makes it easy to record to and from the  
components connected to the amplifier. You dont 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.  
SYSTEM  
POWER  
FUNCTION  
(VIDEO 1/2,  
TAPE, CD,  
TUNER)  
+
+
·
p
)
)
P
Before you begin, make sure youve connected all  
components properly.  
+
Function buttons  
1
2
Press SYSTEM POWER to turn on the amplifier.  
Press one of the FUNCTION buttons to select the  
component you want to use:  
To listen to  
Press  
TUNER  
TAPE  
Radio programs  
Audio tapes  
Playback component  
(program source)  
Recording component  
(tape deck, VCR)  
CD  
Compact discs (CD)  
Video tapes  
ç: Audio signal flow  
VIDEO1  
VIDEO2  
Laser discs (or TV game)  
Recording on an audio tape or video tape  
If the component does not turn on  
Press the power switch on the component.  
You can record on an audio tape or video tape using  
the amplifier. Refer to the instruction manual for the  
tape deck or VCR if you need help.  
3
Start playing.  
See “Remote Button Descriptions” on page 19 for  
details.  
1
2
3
4
Press one of the function buttons to select the  
component to be recorded.  
To turn off the components  
Set the component to be ready for playing.  
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.  
Press SYSTEM POWER. You can turn off audio components  
connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETs on the back of  
the amplifier at the same time.  
Insert a blank tape into the recording deck and  
adjust the recording level, if necessary.  
Start recording on the recording deck and then  
start playing the component.  
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Usin g So u n d Fie ld s  
When you use the remote Z  
The remote also lets you choose the surround mode.  
Choosing a Surround Mode  
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by  
selecting one of the three pre-programmed surround  
modes according to the type of program you wish to  
play.  
SURROUND  
ON/OFF  
SURROUND  
MODE  
=
+
P
+
p
p
·
DOLBY PRO  
SURROUND indicators  
P
LOGIC indicator  
(DOLBY/HALL/SIMULATED)  
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:  
DOLBY  
HALL  
SIMU (SIMULATED)  
SURROUND MODE  
(DOLBY/HALL/SIMULATED)  
To turn off surround sound  
Press SURROUND ON/ OFF.  
1
Press one of the SURROUND MODE buttons  
(DOLBY, HALL or SIMULATED) to turn on the  
surround sound.  
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 its not indicated on the  
package.  
Selected modes indicator lights up.  
The DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator lights up when  
you select DOLBY.  
Select the appropriate surround mode as follows:  
For tapes/discs  
with  
Select  
To  
Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround  
DOLBY  
Decode programs  
processed with  
Dolby Surround  
and create the  
atmosphere of a  
movie theater.  
Orchestral music,  
chamber music, or  
an instrumental  
solo  
HALL  
Reproduce the  
acoustics of a  
rectangular concert  
hall. Ideal for soft,  
acoustic sounds.  
Monaural  
SIMULATED Reproduce a  
simulated stereo  
effect to monaural  
sound.  
recording, such as  
an old movie or an  
instrumental  
To turn off surround sound  
Press SURROUND MODE (DOLBY, HALL or SIMULATED)  
you selected in Step 1.  
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Usin g So u n d Fie ld s  
Selecting the center mode  
Getting the Most Out of Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround Sound  
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 speakers system  
configuration.  
To obtain the best possible Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
sound, first select the center mode. Then, adjust the  
volume of each speaker.  
1
2
Press DOLBY to turn on the Dolby Pro Logic  
mode.  
Note that you must connect the rear speakers and/ or a  
center speaker to do the following adjustments.  
Press CENTER MODE repeatedly until the center  
mode you want appears in the display. Select the  
center mode by referring to the following chart.  
CENTER  
MODE  
DOLBY  
CENTER  
REAR  
If you have  
Select  
So that  
Front and rear  
speakers, and a  
small center  
speaker  
NORMAL  
The bass sound of the  
center channel is  
output from the front  
speakers (because a  
small speaker cannot  
produce enough  
bass).  
/+  
Front and rear  
speakers, and a  
large center  
speaker  
WIDE  
For wide range  
Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround sound to  
all speakers.  
SURROUND  
T.TONE  
SURROUND  
MODE  
Front and  
center speakers,  
no rear speaker  
3 CH  
(3 Channel  
Logic)  
The sound of the rear  
channel is output  
from the front  
SURROUND  
DELAY  
SURROUND  
ON/OFF  
=
+
P
+
p
·
speakers.  
p
P
Front and rear  
speakers, no  
PHANTOM The sound of the  
center channel is  
LEVEL  
)
·
·
)
CONTROL  
CENTER  
center speaker  
output from the front  
speakers.  
+
LEVEL  
CONTROL  
REAR  
When you use the remote Z  
Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly to select DOLBY.  
You can adjust the speakers volume or delay time  
simply by pressing the buttons on the remote.  
(continued)  
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Usin g So u n d Fie ld s  
Adjusting the speaker volume Z  
Adjusting the delay time Z  
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 dont have to adjust the  
speaker volume.)  
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.  
20 ms 30 ms 15 ms  
Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the  
volume level from your listening position.  
For example, if youve placed the rear speakers in a  
large room or apart from your listening position, set  
the delay time shorter.  
1
Press SURROUND T.TONE.  
You will hear the test tone from each speaker  
sequentially.  
1
2
Start playing a program source encoded with  
Dolby Surround sound.  
2
Adjust the volume level so that the test tone from  
each speaker is at the same level from your  
listening position.  
Press SURROUND DELAY repeatedly to adjust  
the delay time.  
• To adjust the level of center speaker, press  
LEVEL CONTROL CENTER and then + or –.  
• To adjust the level of rear speakers, press  
LEVEL CONTROL REAR and then + or –.  
3
Press SURROUND T.TONE to turn off the test  
tone.  
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 up.  
2 Press CENTER or REAR. The CENTER or REAR  
indicator lights up.  
3 Press + or – to adjust the level.  
Notes  
The center and rear levels 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 is on (when the  
DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator is lit)  
Rear level: when the SURROUND MODE (DOLBY,  
HALL or SIMULATED) is on  
You can adjust all speakers at one time  
Adjust MASTER VOLUME on the amplifier.  
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Usin g So u n d Fie ld s  
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 range audio.  
2 POPS  
Light, bright sounds, emphasizing high  
and middle range audio.  
3 CLASSIC  
4 MOVIE  
5 GAME  
Broad, open sounds with plenty of  
reverberation using a surround effect.  
A theater-like environment using a  
surround effect.  
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 fields effect is  
turned off.  
When you use the remote Z  
Press SOUND FIELD.  
Each time this button is pressed, the display changes as  
follows:  
ROCK  
OFF  
POPS  
CLASSIC  
GAME  
MOVIE  
When you want to listen to CLASSIC, MOVIE or  
GAME without a surround effect  
Press one of the SURROUND MODE buttons to turn off  
the respective indicator.  
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Ad d it io n a l In fo rm a t io n  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from  
the rear speakers.  
Troubleshooting  
/ Make sure you turned on the surround mode  
or sound field function.  
/ Select the appropriate center mode (see page  
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.  
11).  
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see  
page 12).  
Theres no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
Surround effect cannot be obtained.  
/ Turn on the surround mode or sound field  
function.  
/ 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 protective device on the amplifier has  
been activated because of a short-circuit.  
(“PROTECT” flashes.) Turn off the amplifier  
to eliminate the short-circuit problem and  
turn on the power again.  
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 left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected correctly and securely.  
The remote does not function.  
/ Point the remote at the remote sensor g on  
the amplifier.  
Severe hum or noise is heard.  
/ Check that the speakers and components are  
connected securely.  
/ Remove the obstacles in the path of the  
remote and the amplifier.  
/ 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.  
/ Replace both batteries in the remote with new  
ones if they are weak.  
/ Make sure you select the correct function on  
the remote.  
/ 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 Surround mode (see page  
10).  
/ Select the appropriate center mode (see page  
11).  
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see  
page 12).  
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Ad d it io n a l In fo rm a t io n  
General  
Specifications  
Power  
requirements  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Audio power specifications  
Power  
U.S.A. model: 190 W  
consumption  
Canadian model: 290 VA  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL  
HARMONIC DISTORTION:  
AC outlets  
3 switched, total 120 W  
Dimensions  
430 x 160 x 355 mm  
(16 15/ 16 x 6 5/ 16 x 14  
inches)  
With 8 ohm loads both  
channels driven, from 70 -  
20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts  
per channel minimum RMS  
power, with no more than  
0.9 % total harmonic  
Mass (Approx.)  
8.2 kg (18 lb 2 oz)  
Supplied  
accessories  
Remote controller  
(remote) (1)  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
distortion from 250  
milliwatts to rated output.  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
Amplifier section  
Surround mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz,  
THD 0.9%)  
front: 100 W/ ch  
center: 100 W (only in the  
PRO LOGIC mode)  
rear: 100 W  
Inputs  
Impedance  
Sensitivity  
PHONO  
CD  
50  
kilohms  
2.5 mV  
400 mV  
250 mV  
50  
kilohms  
TAPE, VIDEO  
1, 2, TUNER  
Outputs  
TAPE, VIDEO 1:  
Voltage 250 mV,  
Impedance 1 kilohms  
HEADPHONES:  
Accepts low and high  
impedance headphones  
TONE  
±10 dB at 100 Hz and  
10 kHz  
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Ad d it io n a l In fo rm a t io n  
Surround sound  
PHANTOM mode  
Sound that consists of three elements: direct  
sound, early reflected sound (early  
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.  
Glossary  
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.  
Center mode  
Front  
speaker (R)  
Front  
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.  
speaker (L)  
Types of sound  
Reverberation  
Early reflections  
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.  
Rear  
speaker (L)  
Rear  
speaker (R)  
Direct sound  
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.  
Center  
speaker  
Transition of sound from rear speakers  
Front  
speaker (R)  
Front  
speaker (L)  
Direct sound  
Level  
Early  
reflections Reverberation  
Early reflection time  
Time  
Rear  
speaker (L)  
Rear  
speaker (R)  
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.  
Test tone  
Signal given out by the amplifier for  
adjusting the speaker volume. The test tone  
will come out as follows:  
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.  
In a system with a center speaker  
(NORMAL/WIDE/3 CH modes)  
The test tone is output from the front L  
(left), center, front R (right), and rear  
speakers in succession.  
Center  
speaker  
Front  
speaker (R)  
Front  
speaker (L)  
Front (L)  
Front (R)  
Center  
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.  
3 CH  
Rear  
speaker (L)  
Rear  
speaker (R)  
Rear (L, R)  
NORMAL/WIDE  
• 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  
rear speakers.  
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.  
In a system without a center speaker  
(PHANTOM mode)  
The test tone is output from the front and  
the rear speakers alternately.  
Front (L, R)  
Center  
speaker  
Front  
speaker (R)  
Front  
speaker (L)  
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 suit your listening  
situation.  
PHANTOM  
Rear (L, R)  
Sound field  
Sound pattern produced by a 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.  
16  
 
In d e x  
Controls  
A, B  
T
Adjusting  
delay time 12  
speaker volume 12  
volume  
Audio/ video component  
hookups  
Test tone 12, 16  
3 CH mode 11, 16  
Troubleshooting 14  
MASTER VOLUME 8  
Jacks  
8
U, V  
PHONES 8  
5
Unpacking  
4
Indicators  
C
W, X, Y, Z  
DBFB 8  
DOLBY PRO LOGIC 10  
SOUND CONTROL (BASS/  
TREBLE/ CENTER/ REAR) 8  
SURROUND (DOLBY/ HALL/  
SIMULATED) 10  
Center mode 11, 16  
NORMAL mode 11, 16  
PHANTOM mode 11, 16  
3 CH mode 11, 16  
WIDE mode 11, 16  
Choosing  
WIDE mode 11, 16  
Na m e s o f co n t ro ls  
surround mode 10  
Connecting. See Hookups  
Buttons  
ANT TV/ VTR 19  
BAND 19  
BASS 8  
Other  
D, E, F, G  
g 4  
DBFB 8  
CD  
8
Delay time 12, 16  
Dolby Pro Logic  
CENTER 12  
CENTER MODE 11  
CH 19  
DBFB ON/ OFF 8  
DISC SKIP 19  
DOLBY 10, 11  
HALL 10  
LEVEL CONTROL CENTER  
12  
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
LEVEL CONTROL REAR 12  
audio/ video component  
5
PHONO  
8
overview  
speakers  
4
6
POWER 8  
REAR 12  
SIMULATED 10  
SOUND FIELD 13  
SURROUND DELAY 12  
SURROUND MODE 10  
SURROUND ON/ OFF 10  
SURROUND T.TONE 12  
SYSTEM POWER 9  
TAPE 8  
N, O  
NORMAL mode 11, 16  
P
PHANTOM mode 11, 16  
Program source  
selecting  
8
TREBLE 8  
TUNER 8  
TV POWER 19  
TV/ VIDEO 19  
VIDEO 1 8  
VIDEO 2 8  
VOL 19  
0/ ) 19  
=/ + 19  
P 19  
Q
R
Quick reference guide  
(back cover)  
Rear panel 5, 6, 7, 18  
Recording  
on a tape or video tape  
Remote 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 19  
controlling Sony  
9
ª/ · 19  
p 19  
+/ – 11  
components  
9
Number 19  
S
Selecting a program source  
using the remote  
Sound field  
preset 13  
Speakers  
9
connection  
placement  
7
6
Surround sound 10, 16  
17  
 
Re a r Pa n e l De scrip t io n s  
1
2
3
!£  
!™!¡ 0 9 8 7  
6 5  
4
1 y ground terminal  
2 REAR SPEAKERS  
3 AC power cord  
4 SWITCHED AC OUTLET  
5 CENTER SPEAKER  
6 FRONT SPEAKERS  
7 MIX  
8 VIDEO 1  
0 TAPE  
CD  
!™ TUNER  
PHONO  
9 VIDEO 2  
18  
 
Re m o t e Bu t t o n De scrip t io n s  
For buttons not described on previous pages and buttons with names different from the buttons on the amplifier.  
Remote  
Button  
Remote  
Button  
Operates  
CD player  
CD player  
CD player  
CD player  
Function  
Operates  
TV  
Function  
1-10  
Selects track or disc  
numbers.  
TV/ VIDEO  
Selects input signal: TV  
input or video input.  
TV  
>10  
Selects track numbers  
over 10.*  
TV POWER  
Turns on or off the power  
of TV.  
TV  
TRACK + 1-10  
+ ENTER  
Selects track numbers.**  
Selects disc numbers.  
VOL +/ –  
CH +/ –  
Adjusts the volume.  
TV/ VCR  
Selects the preset  
channels.  
DISC + 1-10  
+ ENTER  
VCR  
VTR 2/ 3  
Selects the operation of  
VCR as follows:  
VTR 2 (8 mm)  
Tuner  
BAND  
Selects the band.  
Tuner  
TUNER +/ –  
Scans and selects stations.  
VTR 3 (VHS)  
CD player  
VCR  
VCR  
DISC SKIP  
+/ –  
Skips discs (CD player  
with multi-disc changer  
only.)  
VTR POWER  
ANT TV/ VTR  
Turns on or off the power  
of VCR.  
Selects output signal from  
the antenna terminal: TV  
signal or VCR program.  
Tape deck  
DECK A/ B  
Selects operation mode  
between deck A and B  
Tape deck/  
VCR  
0/ )  
Fastforwards or rewinds.  
Skips tracks.  
* Example:  
To select 24th track in the disc: >10 n 2 n 4  
CD player  
=/ +  
** Example:  
P
CD player/  
Tape deck/  
VCR  
Pauses play or record.  
(Also starts recording  
with components in  
record standby.)  
To select 5th track in the disc: TRACK n 5 n ENTER  
To select 24th track in the disc: TRACK n 2 n 4 n  
ENTER  
·
p
CD player/  
Tape deck/  
VCR  
Starts play.  
CD player/  
Tape deck/  
VCR  
Stops play.  
ª
Tape deck  
Starts play on the reverse  
side.  
19  
 
Qu ick Re fe re n ce Gu id e  
Selecting a  
Component  
Using Preset Sound  
Fields  
Choosing a  
Surround Mode  
Example: Playing a CD  
Example: Listening to Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround on a  
Laser disc  
Example: Listening to classic  
music on a CD  
CD  
CD  
v
VIDEO 2  
Turn on the CD player.  
v
v
v
3 CLASSIC  
Start playing.  
DOLBY  
v
Turn on the CD player.  
v
v
CENTER MODE  
Start playing.  
v
Turn on the LD player.  
v
Start playing.  
Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia  
 

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