Sony STRDG910 56

xSB SPK (Surround back speakers)

When the surround speakers are set to “NO”, the surround back speakers are also automatically set to “NO” and the setting cannot be changed.

•DUAL

If you connect two surround back speakers, select “DUAL”. The sound will be output to a maximum of 7.1 channel.

•SINGLE

If you connect only one surround back speaker, select “SINGLE”. The sound will be output to a maximum of 6.1 channel.

•NO

If you have not connected a surround back speaker, select “NO”.

Tip

The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each speaker determine whether the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.

However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “SMALL”.

If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass levels. For details, see page 45.

xFL DIST. (Front left speaker distance)

xFR DIST. (Front right speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A).

If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

With only one surround back speaker

With two surround back speakers (The angle B should be the same)

xCNT DIST. (Center speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.

xSL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance)

xSR DIST. (Surround right speaker distance)

Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers.

If both surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set to the distance to the closest speaker.

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Contents

Page About This Manual Table of Contents Description and location of parts Page About the indicators on the display Page Rear panel Remote commander RM-AAP017 Page Page Page Page 1: Installing speakers 2: Connecting speakers 3a: Connecting the audio components Page Connecting components with analog audio jacks 3b: Connecting the video components Connecting components with HDMI jacks HDMI features If you connect a Blu-raydisc player Notes on HDMI connections Connecting a TV Page Connecting a DVD player/DVD recorder Connecting a DVD player Connecting a DVD recorder Connecting a satellite tuner/ set-topbox Page Function for conversion of video signals In the video input/output conversion table of the receiver Notes on converting video signals 4: Connecting the antennas 5:Preparing the receiver and the remote Performing initial setup operations Inserting batteries into the remote 6:Selecting the speaker system 7:Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically Before you perform Auto Calibration On setting up the active sub woofer Performing Auto Calibration To cancel Auto Calibration When error codes appear When you select “WARN CHK” When you select “PHASE” A. CAL menu parameters 8:Adjusting the speaker levels and balance Selecting a component To mute the sound To avoid damaging your speakers Listening/Watching a component Watching a DVD Navigating through menus Overview of the menus Page Page Page Adjusting the level Adjusting the equalizer Settings for the surround sound Using the surround back decoding mode Types of the surround back decoding functions Settings for the tuner Settings for the audio Settings for the video Settings for the system Page Page Page Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound Types of A.F.D. mode If you connect a sub woofer Selecting a preprogrammed sound field Types of sound field available About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes To turn off the surround effect for movie/music Using only the front speakers Listening to the sound without any adjustment Listening to FM/AM radio Using the controls on the receiver In case of poor FM stereo reception Direct tuning If you cannot tune in a station Presetting radio stations Tuning to preset stations Naming preset stations To create an index name Using the Radio Data System (RDS) Receiving RDS broadcasts Displaying RDS information Description of program types Switching between digital and analog audio Listening to digital sound from other inputs Assignable inputs for digital audio input Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter from DMPORT jack Listening to a connected component through DMPORT connection Watching a connected component through DMPORT connection Naming inputs Changing the display Using the Sleep Timer Recording using the receiver Programming the remote If programming is unsuccessful, check the following: To clear the memory of the remote To program the remote to control a TV To cancel programming To activate the input after programming To control a CD player To control a DAT deck To control an MD deck To control a tape deck To control an LD player To control a DVD player To control a DVD recorder To control a TV To control a satellite tuner To control a cable box Glossary Page Precautions Troubleshooting Page Video Tuner Remote commander Error messages Specifications Page Page Index