For the customers in the USA
For detailed safety precautions, see the “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” leaflet.
If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for models
Conventions
•The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver.
•A “Quick Reference Guide” is supplied on page 32.
•The “Remote Button Descriptions” section on page 30 provides an overview of the remote buttons.
•The following icons are used in this manual:
Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.
This receiver incorporates the Dolby Pro Logic Surround system. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby ,” the
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 5
Speaker System Hookups 6
TV/VCR Hookups 8
AC Hookups 9
Before You Use Your Receiver 9
Receiver Operations
Selecting a Component 10
Receiving Broadcasts 11
Presetting Radio Stations 12
Indexing 13
Recording 14
Using the Sleep Timer 15
Using Surround Sound
Introduction 16
Using
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 18 Taking Advantage of the Sound fields 19
Customizing the Sound Fields 20
Advanced Remote Operations
Operating One Component While Using Another (background operation) 23
Changing the Factory Setting of a FUNCTION Button 23 Programming the Remote 24
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 25
Specifications 26
Glossary 27
Rear Panel Descriptions 29
Remote Button Descriptions 30
Index 31
Quick Reference Guide 32
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