Help Guide
Using BLUETOOTH Features for STR-DH750only
Using Other Features Adjusting Settings
Parts and Controls Announcements Troubleshooting
Table Of Contents
Listening to the radio
Using bi-amplifierconnections for STR-DH750only
Changing the name for each input Name In
Sound
only
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Before using Installing and connecting speakers
Initial setup of the receiver
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Preparation
Basic operations
Playing content from an iPhone/iPod
Playing content from a USB device
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Enjoying Video and Sound
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Using BLUETOOTH Features for STR-DH750only
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Using the sleep timer
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Using Other Features
Configuring video and sound settings
Configuring speaker settings
Using the menu on the display panel
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Adjusting Settings
Easy Setup Speaker Settings Audio Settings
HDMI Settings Input Settings System Settings
Notes on use
Receiver Remote control
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Parts and Controls
Help Guide
Notes on use
Specifications Trademarks
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Announcements
Help Guide
“BRAVIA” Sync Control for HDMI Remote control
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Troubleshooting
Error messages Power Image Sound Tuner
BLUETOOTH devices for STR-DH750only
For viewing on a computer
Before use
Recommended system environment
Notes on use
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Notes on use
Notes on connecting cables Using HDMI connections
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Before using
Procedure to start using the receiver
Supplied accessories
STR-DH750/STR-DH550
Installing and connecting speakers
Installing speakers Connecting speakers
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Connecting an MHL-compatiblemobile device
Connecting a TV
Connecting devices with HDMI jacks
Connecting an iPhone, iPod, or USB device
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Setting the voltage selector
Inserting batteries into the remote control
Turning on the receiver
Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Initial setup of the receiver
Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup
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Using the menu on the TV screen
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Basic operations
Enjoying video/sound from the connected device
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Playing content from an iPhone/iPod
Compatible iPhone/iPod models
Notes on iPhone/iPod
Notes on USB devices
Playing content from a USB device
Compatible USB devices and USB specifications
Enjoying audio content stored on a USB device
Listening to FM/AM radio
Presetting FM/AM radio stations Preset Memory
Tuning to a station directly Direct Tuning
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Listening to the radio
Notes on sound fields
Resetting sound fields to the default settings
Adjusting the equalizer Equalizer
Selecting a sound field Sound Field
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Notes on use
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What is “BRAVIA” Sync?
Preparing for “BRAVIA” Sync
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Configuring video and sound settings
Enjoying sound of TV broadcasts from the receiver
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Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Configuring speaker settings
Using bi-amplifierconnections for STR-DH750only
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Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Using the sleep timer
Using the sleep timer
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Checking information on the receiver
Viewing information on the display panel
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Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Easy Setup
Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup
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Performing Auto Calibration
Adjusting the speaker level Manual Setup
Adjusting the speaker size Manual Setup
Adjusting the speaker distance Manual Setup
Adjusting the equalizer Equalizer
Adjusting the volume automatically Auto Volume
Synchronizing audio with video output A/V Sync
Compressing the dynamic range D.Range Comp
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 HDMI Settings
Passing HDMI signals through Pass Through
Controlling HDMI devices Control for HDMI
Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Input Settings
Changing the name for each input Name In
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 System Settings
Setting standby mode Auto Standby
Selecting the language Language
Viewing information on the display panel
Using the menu on the display panel
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Reverting to the factory default settings
Reverting to the factory default settings
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Rear panel STR-DH750 Rear panel STR-DH550
Indicators on the display panel
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Receiver
Front panel STR-DH750 Front panel STR-DH550
Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Remote control
Remote control
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Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Specifications
Specifications Supplied accessories
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Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Trademarks
Trademarks
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Error messages
PROTECTOR USB FAIL
iPhone/iPod message list USB message list
Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Power
The receiver is turned off automatically
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No 4K image appears on the TV
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Image
No image appears on the TV
No 3D image appears on the TV
A test tone is not output from the speakers
There is severe humming or noise
There is no sound from a specific device
The surround effect cannot be obtained
You cannot tune to radio stations
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Tuner
The FM reception is poor
The FM stereo reception is poor
There is no sound from an iPhone/iPod
The ringtone volume of an iPhone does not change
STR-DH750/STR-DH550iPhone/iPod
The sound is distorted
Playback does not start
Are you using a compatible USB device?
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound
A USB device is not recognized
SongPal application is closed for STR-DH750only
BLUETOOTH devices for STR-DH750only
Pairing cannot be done for STR-DH750only
Severe humming or noise for STR-DH750only
No image from an MHL-compatiblesource device
STR-DH750/STR-DH550“BRAVIA” Sync Control for HDMI
The Control for HDMI function does not work
An MHL-compatiblesource device cannot be charged
Notes on use
The remote control does not function
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Remote control
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Resetting sound fields to the default settings
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 If the problem is not solved
Customer support websites
Reverting to the factory default settings
4.Connecting devices with HDMI jacks
Procedure to start using the receiver
1.Installing speakers 2.Connecting speakers
3.Connecting a TV
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Supplied accessories
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Digital audio formats supported by the receiver
DTS-HDHigh Resolution Audio DTS-HDHR *1
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DSD DSD *1 for non-USAand Canadian models only
Multi Channel Linear PCM PCM *1
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Notes on connecting cables
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Using HDMI connections
HDMI features
STR-DH750/STR-DH550
Using MHL Mobile High-DefinitionLink connections
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5.1-channelspeaker system
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Speaker cable not supplied
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Connecting speakers
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Monaural audio cable not supplied
Selecting the speaker pattern Speaker Pattern
Assign in the Speaker Settings menu to Bi-Amp
Notes on connecting cables
Using bi-amplifierconnections for STR-DH750only
HDMI cable not supplied
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Connecting a TV
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Audio cable not supplied HDMI cable not supplied
Connecting a TV without HDMI jacks
Optical digital cable not supplied
Optical digital cable not supplied
Video cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied
HDMI cable not supplied
Connecting devices with HDMI jacks
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Notes on use
Notes on connecting cables Using HDMI connections
Related Topic
Changing the name for each input Name In
Audio cable not supplied
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Optical digital cable not supplied
Notes on use
Notes on connecting cables
Related Topic
Changing the name for each input Name In
Notes on use
Connecting an iPhone, iPod, or USB device
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Mobile device
Connecting an MHL-compatiblemobile device
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Connecting the antennas aerials
FM wire antenna aerial supplied
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Setting the voltage selector
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Inserting batteries into the remote control
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Turning on the receiver
STR-DH750/STR-DH550
Setting up the receiver using the Easy Setup
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Using the menu on the TV screen
Home menu items
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Enjoying video/sound from the connected device
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Notes on use
Turn the knob quickly
Press and hold one of the buttons
Turn the knob slowly
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When connected via USB
When connected via BLUETOOTH for STR-DH750only
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Compatible iPhone/iPod models
iPhone/iPod message list Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Notes on iPhone/iPod
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Operating an iPhone/iPod using the remote control
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Canceling pairing operation
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Notes on use
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Compatible USB devices and USB specifications
Verified Sony USB devices
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Maximum current
USB specifications
Supported formats *1
Compatible USB device
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Notes on USB devices
STR-DH750/STR-DH550
Enjoying audio content stored on a USB device
Operating the USB device using the remote control
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3.Preset station list
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Listening to FM/AM radio
FM/AM screen
1.Frequency indication 2.Tuning +/Tuning
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Presetting FM/AM radio stations Preset Memory
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Tuning to a station directly Direct Tuning
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Selecting a sound field Sound Field
When headphones are connected
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Resetting sound fields to the default settings
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Notes on sound fields
If you connect a subwoofer
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Adjusting the equalizer Equalizer
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Canceling Pure Direct
Enjoying high-fidelitysound Pure Direct
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Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
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Compatible smartphones
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control various settings intuitively
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 What is “BRAVIA” Sync?
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Preparing for “BRAVIA” Sync
Home Theatre Control
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Enjoying sound of TV broadcasts from the receiver
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COAX
Assignable audio input jacks
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Connecting the optimizer microphone
Confirming active subwoofer setup Notes on use
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Using bi-amplifierconnections for STR-DH750only
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1.Press SLEEP
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Using the sleep timer
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When listening to FM and AM radio
Viewing information on the display panel
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Performing Auto Calibration
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Before you perform Auto Calibration
Checking Auto Calibration results Notes on use
Notes on use
Selecting the speaker pattern Speaker Pattern
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Adjusting the speaker level Manual Setup
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Adjusting the speaker size Manual Setup
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Adjusting the speaker distance Manual Setup
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Selecting the unit of measurement Distance Unit
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Synchronizing audio with video output A/V Sync
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Adjusting the volume automatically Auto Volume
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Compressing the dynamic range D.Range Comp
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Controlling HDMI devices Control for HDMI
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Passing HDMI signals through Pass Through
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+10 dB 0 dB
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Name In
Input Mode
Input Edit
Audio Input Assign
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Changing the name for each input Name In
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Selecting the language Language
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Setting standby mode Auto Standby
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To return to the previous display
To exit the menu
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1.Turn off the receiver
Reverting to the factory default settings
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Front panel STR-DH750
11.Remote control sensor
13.MASTER VOLUME 14.INPUT SELECTOR 15.USB port
Indicator light above on/standby button
12.MASTER VOLUME 13.INPUT SELECTOR 14.USB port
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Front panel STR-DH550
Indicator light above on/standby button
10.Remote control sensor
Notes on use
Control for HDMI is set to On
Pass Through is set to On * or Auto
For USA, Canadian, and Australian models only
3.FM ANTENNA terminal 4.SPEAKERS terminals
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Rear panel STR-DH750
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1.HDMI IN/OUT * jacks 2.AM ANTENNA terminal
3.FM ANTENNA terminal 4.SPEAKERS terminals
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Rear panel STR-DH550
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1.HDMI IN/OUT * jacks 2.AM ANTENNA terminal
5.Dolby Pro Logic indicator
Indicators on the display panel
2.Input indicator
4.Dolby Digital Surround indicator *1
12.Speaker system indicator
1.on/standby
Saving power in standby mode
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Remote control
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11.SLEEP 12.iPhone CTRL
PRESET+
7.OPTIONS
8.HOME
Output Analog
Amplifier section
Frequency response
Input
HDMI Video
FM tuner section
AM tuner section
Video section
1920 × 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz
1920 × 1080p @ 50 Hz
1920 × 1080p @ 29.97/30 Hz
1920 × 1080p @ 25 Hz
1280 × 720p @ 29.97/30 Hz
BLUETOOTH section for STR-DH750only
MHL section
iPhone/iPod section
Dimensions width/height/depth Approx
Power requirements
Power consumption
Power consumption during standby mode
Licensing, LLC
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Trademarks
For STR-DH750only
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 PROTECTOR
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 USB FAIL
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Notes on use
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Error
Error
Error 32, Error
Reading
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 iPhone/iPod message list
Headphones not supported
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Reading
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 USB message list
Device error
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The receiver is turned off automatically
Setting standby mode Auto Standby
Using the sleep timer PROTECTOR Notes on use
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 No image appears on the TV
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 No 3D image appears on the TV
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Notes on use
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 No 4K image appears on the TV
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The OSD menu does not appear on the TV screen
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The display panel is turned off
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There is severe humming or noise
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There is no sound from a specific device
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The surround effect cannot be obtained
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A test tone is not output from the speakers
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The FM stereo reception is poor Notes on use
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 The FM reception is poor
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The FM stereo reception is poor
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You cannot tune to radio stations
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 The sound is distorted
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There is no sound from an iPhone/iPod
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An iPhone/iPod cannot be charged
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An iPhone/iPod cannot be operated
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Notes on use
The ringtone volume of an iPhone does not change
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The USB device is not recognized
Are you using a compatible USB device?
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Notes on use
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound
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A USB device is not recognized
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Playback does not start
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Notes on use
A USB device cannot be connected to the USB port
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Erroneous display
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We therefore recommend following these guidelines
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An audio file cannot be played
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Pairing cannot be done for STR-DH750only
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Severe humming or noise for STR-DH750only
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SongPal application is closed for STR-DH750only
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The Control for HDMI function does not work
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Notes on use
An MHL-compatiblesource device cannot be charged
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No image from an MHL-compatiblesource device
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The remote control does not function
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For customers in Canada
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Customer support websites
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For customers in the USA
Center speaker Surround speaker Left
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 5.1-channelspeaker system
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Front speaker Left Front speaker Right
Front speaker Left Front speaker Right
6.1-channelspeaker placement
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7.1-channelspeaker placement
Center speaker Surround speaker Left
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Front speaker Left Front speaker Right
2. Place the front high speakers at height angle of 20 ±
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Naming preset stations Name Input
Canceling naming input
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A.F.D. Auto A.F.D. AUTO
Auto Format Direct A.F.D./2-channelsound mode
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PLII Movie PLII MV
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Movie mode
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HD-D.C.S
Jazz Club JAZZ
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Music mode
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Hall HALL
HP Direct HP DIRECT
STR-DH750/STR-DH550 When headphones are connected
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HP 2CH
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Animation A.F.D. Auto
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Sports Sports
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 Home Theatre Control
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Before you perform Auto Calibration
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Notes on use
Connecting the optimizer microphone
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SP A
Selecting the front speakers for STR-DH750only
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STR-DH750/STR-DH550 About Auto Calibration
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Confirming active subwoofer setup
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When error code appears
Checking Auto Calibration results
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Menu list on the display panel
Auto Calibration settings <AUTO CAL>
Level settings <LEVEL>
Speaker settings <SPEAKER>
Distance unit DIST. UNIT
Input settings <INPUT>
Surround speakers size SUR SIZE *2
Front left speaker distance FL DIST. *2
Audio settings AUDIO
Surround settings <SURROUND>
EQ settings <EQ>
Tuner settings <TUNER>
Version display VER. X.XXX *9
System settings SYSTEM
BLUETOOTH Power BT POWER
Auto standby mode AUTO STBY