Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the receiver by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem.

DEC. EROR

Appears when the signal which the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input when “DEC. XXXX” in the CUSTOMIZE menu is set to “DEC. PCM”. Set to “DEC. AUTO”.

PROTECT

Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If this problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide

Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 17). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory

To clear

See

All memorized settings

page 17

 

 

Customized sound fields

page 38

 

 

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

(Models of area code U only)

With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier section

Power Output

Models of area code U, CA

Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode

(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

90 W + 90 W1)

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

100 W + 100 W1)

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

125 W + 125 W1)

Reference Power Output1)

(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

FRONT2):

90 W/ch

CENTER2):

90 W

SURR2):

90 W/ch

SURR BACK2):

90 W

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

FRONT2):

100 W/ch

CENTER2):

100 W

SURR2):

100 W/ch

SURR BACK2):

100 W

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

 

FRONT2):

125 W/ch

CENTER2):

125 W

SURR2):

125 W/ch

SURR BACK2):

125 W

Models of area code CEL, CEK Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode

(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

90 W + 90 W1)

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

100 W + 100 W1)

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

125 W + 125 W1)

Information Additional

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