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Note on power cord plug WARNING shapes (For customers in Saudi Arabia To reduce the risk of fire or electric only) shock, do not expose this apparatus to For AC 220 V wall sockets rain or moisture. Make the appropriate voltage setting on To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with the system (only for models with a...
(x.v.Colour)” logo are trademarks of Sony • Receiver STR-KM7500 Corporation. • Power amplifier TA-KMSW500 (2) • Speaker system “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. – Front speaker SS-MSP7500 (2) – Center speaker SS-CNP7500 (1) – Surround/Surround back speaker SS-SRP7500 (4) Note for the supplied remote –...
Table of Contents Description and location of parts....6 Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround Getting Started sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)..55 1: Installing the speakers ......16 Selecting a pre-programmed sound field ..57 2: Connecting the speakers and Using only the front speakers and the subwoofers..........18 subwoofers (2CH STEREO)....
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Using the Remote Changing button assignments ..... 75 Additional Information Glossary ............76 Precautions ..........78 Troubleshooting .......... 79 Specifications ..........83 Index............87...
Description and location of parts Front panel Receiver INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME NIGHT MODE A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC GAME MULTI STEREO VIDEO 2 IN AUTO CAL MIC VIDEO L AUDIO R PHONES Power amplifier VOLUME ILLUMINATION...
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Name Function Name Function L ILLUMINATION A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver (on/standby) on or off (page 32, 41, 42, The illumination is on 60, 65). (initial setting). B INPUT Turn to select the input SELECTOR source to play back (page The illumination is off.
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About the indicators on the display D.RANGE SLEEP ST HDMI COAX OPT D EX DTS -ES 96/24 NEO:6 PL IIx Name Function Name Function A SW E Input Lights up when the audio signal Light up to indicate the current indicators is output from the input.
Name Function Name Function G Dolby J Tuning Lights up one of the respective Lights up when the receiver indicators tunes in radio stations. Pro Logic indicators when the receiver indicators applies Dolby Pro Logic Lights up when a memory processing to 2 channel signals function, such as Preset in order to output the center and...
Rear panel Receiver ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN DVD IN BD IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) VIDEO 1 MONITOR DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V DCSV 0.7A MAX 50mA MAX OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO FRONT SURROUND CENTER SURROUND BACK COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR AUDIO AUDIO...
C DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section G AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL Connects to a DVD AUDIO IN/ Connects to a Super White (L) IN jacks player, etc. The OUT jacks Audio CD player, COAXIAL jack CD recorder, etc. COAXIAL IN Red (R) provides a better (page 23).
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You can use the supplied RM-AAU021 (Model of area code CA only) or RM-AAU023 (Model of area code AU, E51, SA, EA only) Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 75). RM-AAU023...
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MEMORY Press to store a station. (on/standby) off. I AMP MENU To turn off all Sony Press to display the menu of components, press ?/1 and the receiver. Then, use V, v, AV ?/1 (A) at the same time B, b and (Q) to perform (SYSTEM STANDBY).
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Name Function Name Function M MENU/HOME Press to display the menu of O TV Press TV and the button with the VCR, DVD player, orange printing at the same satellite tuner or Blu-ray disc time to enable TV operation. player on the TV screen. P RETURN/ Press to Press MENU/HOME and TV...
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Notes Name Function • The CATEGORY +/– and CATEGORY MODE Press to input the decimal buttons on the remote (RM-AAU021) are not (RM-AAU021 point for channel numbers of available for the receiver operation. only) the Digital CATV terminal. • Some functions explained in this section may not Press and TV (O) at the work depending on the model.
Getting Started 1: Installing the speakers HT-DDW7500 only HT-DDW8500 only This receiver allows you to use a 7 channel This receiver allows you to use a 7 channel speaker with 2 subwoofer system. speaker with 4 subwoofer system. Example of a 7 channel speaker...
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• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall 10 mm material or screws to be used. (13/32 inch) • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall Hook on the back of the speaker strength or improper screw installation, natural...
2: Connecting the speakers and subwoofers Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. Connecting the speakers The following illustration shows how to connect to the speakers. ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN DVD IN BD IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) SYSTEM CONTROL DCSV...
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To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers. Character on Speaker type speaker label Front left Front right Surround left Surround right Surround back left Surround back right *The center speaker and subwoofers do not have any character on the speaker label.
Connecting the subwoofers The following illustration shows how to connect to the subwoofers. Note To adjust the volume of all the speakers and the subwoofers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
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HT-DDW8500 ANTENNA HDMI SAT IN DVD IN BD IN DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) VIDEO 1 MONITOR DMPORT SYSTEM CONTROL DC5V DCSV 0.7A MAX 50mA MAX OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO FRONT SURROUND CENTER SURROUND BACK COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR AUDIO...
VIDEO 1 SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER A Component video cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Optical digital cord (not supplied) D Audio cord (not supplied) E HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
Notes 4a: Connecting the audio • Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and audio signals of a playback component are being components output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be transmitted.
4b: Connecting the video components How to connect your Video input/output jacks to be components connected This section describes how to connect your The image quality depends on the connecting video components to this receiver. Before jack. Refer to the illustration that follows. you begin, refer to “Component to be Select the connection according to the jacks connected”...
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When you connect a DVD player or DVD recorder You can use the DVD input button on the remote to control your DVD player or DVD recorder. You may need to change the factory setting of this button depending on the remote supplied with this receiver.
TV, etc. A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. B Optical digital cord (not supplied)* C Audio cord (not supplied)* * Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).
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HDMI features • You can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI connection. • A digital audio signal transmitted by HDMI • Set the image resolution of the playback can be output from the speakers connect to component to 720p, 1080i or 1080p when this receiver.
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Note Connecting a DVD player/Blu-ray To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD disc player player, set the digital audio output setting on the DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions The following illustration shows how to supplied with the DVD player. connect a DVD player or a Blu-ray disc player.
Notes Connecting a satellite tuner/ • When connecting optical digital cords, insert the Set-top box plugs straight in until they click into place. • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords. The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box. All the digital audio jacks are compatible with It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
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It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connecting components with Connect audio and video cords according to analog video and audio jack the jacks of your components. The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
Notes 5: Connecting the • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you antennas (aerials) can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 75).
Connecting the AC power cord 6: Preparing the receiver (mains lead) and the remote Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Setting the voltage selector AC power cord (mains lead) If your receiver and power amplifier have a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage.
Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. 7: Calibrating the After “CLEARING” appears on the display for a while, “CLEARED” appropriate settings appears. automatically All the settings you have changed or adjusted are reset to the initial settings. (AUTO CALIBRATION) Inserting batteries into the The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) remote function allows you to perform automatic...
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Notes Performing Auto Calibration • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 will be set to off automatically.
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Measurement starts. Tips • When Auto Calibration starts: The measurement process will take a few – Stand some distance from the speakers and the minutes to complete. listening position to avoid measurement failure. The table below shows the display when This is because test signals are output from the measurement starts.
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Error codes and remedies To change the settings manually Error code Cause and remedy Record down the warning code. ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy. Press Make sure the environment is quiet Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. during Auto Calibration.
Warning Explanation and solution 8: Adjusting the speaker code levels and balance WARN. 72 The center speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your center speaker. (TEST TONE) WARN. 73 The surround left speaker distance is out of range. Reposition your You can adjust the speaker levels and balance surround left speaker.
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Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround back right t Surround back left t Surround left t Subwoofer Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu...
Selected input Components that can [Display] be played back Playback Satellite tuner, etc. [SAT] connected to the SAT Selecting a component jack TV, etc. connected to the [TV] TV jack TV INPUT TV ?/1 DMPORT AV ?/1 SLEEP SA-CD/CD Super Audio CD/CD [SA-CD/CD/ player/CD recorder, etc., SYSTEM STANDBY...
Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for.
Turn on the Super Audio CD player/CD • The operation is described for a player, then place the disc on the tray. Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating Turn on the receiver. instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD Press SA-CD/CD.
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Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME THEATRE DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP >10 MEMORY AMP MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ OPTIONS MUTING DISPLAY...
To return to the previous display Amplifier Operations Press B. Navigating through To exit the menu menus Press AMP MENU. Note By using the amplifier menus, you can make Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed various adjustments to customize the receiver. on the display.
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 43. Menu Parameters Settings Initial [Display] [Display] setting LEVEL Test tone [T. TONE] T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N [1-LEVEL] Front speaker balance BAL.
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Menu Parameters Settings Initial [Display] [Display] setting AUDIO Digital audio input decoding DEC. PCM, DEC. AUTO DEC. PCM for: [5-AUDIO] priority [DEC. PRI.] SA-CD/CD; (page 50) DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, 2, BD, DVD, SAT, TV Digital broadcast language DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M selection [DUAL]...
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Menu Parameters Settings Initial [Display] [Display] setting A. CAL Auto Calibration A.CAL NO, A.CAL YES A.CAL NO [8-A. CAL] [AUTO CAL] (page 54) For details, refer to the page in the parentheses. This parameter is not available for models of area code EA. The default setting for model of area code CA is "ft."...
x D. RANGE (Dynamic range compressor) Adjusting the level Lets you compress the dynamic range of the (LEVEL menu) sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. Dynamic range compression is possible You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the with Dolby Digital sources only.
Adjusting the equalizer Settings for the surround sound (TONE menu) (SUR menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front You can use the SUR menu to select the sound speakers. field you want for your listening pleasure. Select “2-TONE”...
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x SB ON Using the surround back The surround back decoding is applied to 5.1 decoding mode (SB DEC) channel and 6.1 channel decoding in the input stream. By decoding the surround back signal of DVD Notes software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital •...
Settings for the tuner Settings for the audio (TUNER menu) (AUDIO menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM You can use the AUDIO menu to make station receiving mode and to name preset settings for the audio to suit your preference. stations.
x DUAL (Digital broadcast x NIGHT.MODE language selection) Lets you to retain a theater-like environment at Lets you select the language you want to listen low volume levels. This function can be used to during digital broadcast. This feature only with other sound fields.
Settings for the HDMI Settings for the system (HDMI menu) (SYSTEM menu) You can use the HDMI menu to make various You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the size adjustments for HDMI. and distance of the speakers connected to this Select “6-HDMI”...
x SBL DIST. (Surround back left x SW PHASE (Subwoofer phase speaker distance) polarity) Lets you set the subwoofer phase polarity. x SBR DIST. (Surround back right • NORMAL speaker distance) Normally, select “NORMAL”. Lets you set the distance from your listening •...
• BEHD/HI Calibrating the Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections B and D. appropriate settings • BEHD/LO Select if the location of your surround automatically speakers corresponds to sections B and C. • SIDE/HI (A. CAL menu) Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and D.
Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. VIDEO1 VIDEO2 SA-CD/CD TUNER...
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Types of A.F.D. mode A.F.D. mode Multi channel Effect [Display] audio after decoding A.F.D. AUTO (Detecting Presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded without [A.F.D. AUTO] automatically) adding any surround effects. However, this receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE signals.
Selecting a pre- programmed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D.
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Sound field Effect [Display] Movie CINEMA STUDIO EX A Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures DCS [C.ST.EX A] Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.
Notes Using only the front • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. speakers and the • When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any subwoofers sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
Enjoying the surround Resetting sound fields to effect at low volume the initial settings levels Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. (NIGHT MODE) This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME function can be used with other sound fields.
Tuning into a station Tuner Operations automatically (Automatic Tuning) Listening to FM/AM radio Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, Press TUNING + or TUNING –. make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas (aerials) to the receiver (page Press TUNING + to scan from low to...
Tuning into a station directly Changing the AM tuning scale (Direct Tuning) (Except for models of area code EA Enter the frequency of a station directly by only) using the numeric buttons. You can change the AM tuning scale to either Press TUNER repeatedly to 9 kHz or 10 kHz.
Press the numeric buttons to Presetting FM/AM radio select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or stations PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEM” goes out before you select the You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 preset number, start again from step 3.
FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. “BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., Tune in the preset station you that is equipped with the Control for HDMI want to create an index name function.
When your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function When you connect a Sony TV with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, the Control for HDMI function of the receiver can be turned on simultaneously by turning the Control for HDMI function of the TV on.
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When your TV is not compatible Set the Control for HDMI function for with the “Control for HDMI-Easy the connected component to on. Setting” function If the Control for HDMI function for the connected component is already set to on, Turn the Control for HDMI function of the you do not need to change the setting.
Watching a DVD Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers (One-Touch Play) connected to the receiver You can enjoy sound and image from the components connected to the receiver via (System Audio Control) HDMI connections by a simple operation. You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers Play back a connected component.
Notes Turning off the receiver • Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using the System Power Off function. For details, refer to with the TV the operating instructions of the TV. • Depending on the status, the connected (System Power Off) components may not be turned off.
Audio input modes • AUTO Other Operations Gives priority to digital audio signals when there are both digital and analog Switching between connections. If there are more than one digital connection, digital and analog audio HDMI audio signals have priority over COAXIAL and OPTICAL audio signals.
Press V/v repeatedly to select Listening to digital sound the input (“SAT- DVD” in the example) you want to assign to from other inputs the digital audio input jack selected in step 6. (DIGITAL ASSIGN) When “DVD” input is selected, the sound of the DVD player will become a digital You can reassign digital audio input that has sound through the OPTICAL SAT IN...
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA Enjoying the DIGITAL PORT adapter MEDIA PORT You can listen to the sound and view the (DMPORT) images from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver. The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound and image from a network system such as a portable audio/video source or computer.
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Notes Listening/watching a connected • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT component through DMPORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the connection DMPORT jack. • Be sure to make DMPORT connections firmly, Press DMPORT.
Changing the display Using the Sleep Timer You can check the sound field, etc., by You can set the receiver to turn off changing the information on the display. automatically at a specified time. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on.
Recording onto a recording Recording using the media receiver Press one of the input buttons to select the playback You can record from an audio/video component. component using the receiver. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on recording component.
DVD recorder. -/--/>10/CLEAR (RM-AAU023 only) Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively. Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.
Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) A unique sound reproduction technology for Additional Information home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Glossary for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound”...
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“Discrete 6.1” which records all x.v.Colour is a more familiar term for the channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1” xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a which matrixes surround back channel into LS trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international (left surround) and RS (right surround) standard for colour space in video.
To avoid abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There is no sound from one of the front Troubleshooting speakers. • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is If you experience any of the following output from the headphones. If only one difficulties while using the receiver, use this channel is output from the headphones, the troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the...
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There is severe hum or noise. The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Check that the speakers and components • Make sure the sound field function is on are connected securely. (press MOVIE, or MUSIC). • Check that the connecting cords are away •...
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The control for HDMI function does not Video work. • Check the HDMI connection (page 26). There is no picture or an unclear • Make sure “CTRL:HDMI” is set to picture appears on the TV screen. “CTRL ON” in HDMI menu. •...
You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem Receiver persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. ANTENNA If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning Ground wire codes”...
Surround mode output (reference) If the problem persist RMS output FRONT: 185 W per channel Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if (with SS-MSP7500) service personnel changes some parts during CENTER: 185 W repair, these parts may be retained.
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General Outputs (Analog) Power requirements AUDIO OUT Voltage: 800 mV/ 10 kohms Area code Power requirements SUBWOOFER Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm 230 V AC, 50 Hz 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Tone 120/220/240 V AC, Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step 50/60 Hz 120 V AC, 60 Hz Reproduction frequency range:...
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Mass (Approx.) 13.5 kg (29 lb 13 oz) Subwoofer • Center speaker (SS-CNP7500) • HT-DDW7500 (2) Speaker system 2-way, 3-driver, Bass • HT-DDW8500 (4) reflex, Magnetically shielded Supplied accessories Speaker unit Operating instructions (this manual) Woofer: 100 mm (4 in), cone type Quick Setup Guide (1) ×...
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Foot pads • Speakers (20) • Subwoofer – HT-DDW7500 (8) – HT-DDW8500 (16) Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2 or ECM-AC2a) (1) Remote commander • RM-AAU021 (1) (Model of area code CA only) • RM-AAU023 (1) (Model of area code AU, E51, SA, EA only)
Index Numerics 2CH STEREO 59 HDMI Satellite tuner Audio for HDMI 52 connecting 29 connecting 26 SB DEC 49 Control for HDMI 52 Selecting AUTO CALIBRATION 33 component 39 AUTO FORMAT DIRECT sound field 57 (A.F.D.) 55 Set-top box Initial setup 32 connecting 29 INPUT MODE 69 Sleep Timer 73...