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GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 1 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM
2-592-136-12(1)
Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
HT-SF800M
HT-SS600
©2005 Sony Corporation
model name[HT-SF800M/HT-SS600]
[2-592-136-12(1)]
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B02REG_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 2 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit 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
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B02REG_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 3 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro About This Manual Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. The instructions in this manual are for model * Manufactured under license from Dolby HT-SF800M and HT-SS600. Check your receiver’s Laboratories. model number by looking at the lower r
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B01COV_HT-SF800M-CELTOC.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 4 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Table of Contents Getting Started Advanced Adjustments and Settings 1: Check how to hookup your components.......................................5 Customizing sound fields ..................... 26 1a: Connecting components with Adjusting the tone................................. 27 digital audio output jack
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 5 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Getting Started 1: Check how to hookup your components Steps 1a through 1b beginning on page 7 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 yo
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 6 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to C) (not supplied unless indicated). A Audio cord C Coaxial digital cord (supplied) White (L) Orange Red (R) B Optical digital cord Notes Turn off the power to all components before making
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 7 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM . 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Hooking up a DVD player or satellite tuner For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6. Connect the audio jacks. Satellite tuner OUTPUT AUDIO OUT OUTPUT L DIGITAL OPTICAL R B A ANTENNA SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L AM U R R OPT I
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 8 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6. ANTENNA SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L AM U R R OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVD BA DIGITAL OUTPUT LINE OPTICAL OUT L R Super Audio CD/ CD player Tip All the digital audio jacks are compa
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 9 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM 1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6. Satellite tuner OUTPUT AUDIO OUT L R A ANTENNA SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L AM U R R OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVD AA OUTPUT OUTPUT LINE AUDIO OUT L
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 10 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM 2: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. FM wire antenna (supplied) AM loop antenna (supplied) * ANTENNA SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L AM U R R OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVD * The shape of connector varies depending on the area
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 11 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM 3: Connecting speakers 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 subwoofer (5.1 cha
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 12 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Required cords A Speaker cords (supplied) The connector and the colour tube of the speaker cords are the same colour as the speaker terminal to be connected. Colour tube + Front speaker Center speaker Front speaker (Right) (Left) A A A FRONT R CENTER FRONT L – + – + – + + – +
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 13 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Tips 2 Fasten the screws to the wall. The Since the subwoofer does not emit highly directional screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm. signals, you can place it wherever you want. (Except for HT-SF800M) For greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 14 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM To change the speaker cord 4: Connecting the AC If you want to change the speaker cord, you can power cord detach the supplied speaker cord from the connector. Connecting the AC power 1 Press the connector onto a flat surface. cord Make sure that the catcher is facing the flat surface. Connect the AC power
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Getting Started lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 15 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM C x DIST. X.X m (Center speaker distance) 5: Setting up the speakers Initial setting: 3.0 m Lets you set the distance from your listening position You can use the SET UP menu to set the to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should distance and location of the speakers connected be
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B03CON_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 16 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM SL SR x PL. XXXX (Surround speaker placement) 6: Adjusting the speaker Lets you specify the height of your surround speakers levels and balance for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 24). — TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the
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Amplifier Operation lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B04BSC_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 17 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Listening to FM/AM radio Amplifier Operation You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts Selecting the component through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM 1 Press INPUT SELECTOR on the antennas to the receiver (see page 10). receiver to select t
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B04BSC_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 18 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Direct tuning Storing FM stations You can enter the frequency of the station you automatically want directly. — AUTOBETICAL 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) The last received station is tuned in. This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM 2 Press
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Amplifier Operation lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Right B04BSC_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 19 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Tuning to preset stations Presetting radio stations 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. FM or AM band. Then you can easily tune in the stations you The last received station is tuned in. often listen to. 2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – repeated
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lename[E:\SEM_Janet\Revision_SF800M\J9050000_2592136121SF800M_GB\2592136121\G masterpage:Left B04BSC_HT-SF800M-CEL.fm] GB01COV_HT-SF800M-CEL.book Page 20 Monday, March 28, 2005 4:03 PM Notes If there is an emergency announcement by government Using the Radio Data authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the display. When the message consists of 9 characters or more, System (RDS) the message scrolls across the display. If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, (Models of area co
