Getting Started

TV/VCR Hookups

Overview

This section describes how to connect video components to the amplifier.

For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration below.

TV

 

 

LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 INPUT

What cables will I need?

Audio/video cable (not supplied) (1 for each TV or LD player; 2 for each VCR)

Yellow

Yellow

White (L)

White (L)

Red (R)

Red (R)

Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor)

Yellow Yellow

Hookups

The arrow ç indicates signal flow.

TV tuner

Amplifier

TV

 

 

TV

 

 

OUTPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

IN

 

 

AUDIO

AUDIO

 

IN

 

L

 

L

R

 

R

Monitor

If you are using your TV as a monitor, do not connect anything to the TV IN jacks.

Amplifier

MONITOR

Monitor

OUT

INPUT

 

 

VIDEO

OUT 2 OUT 1

 

VCR (via the VIDEO 1 jacks)

If you have two VCRs connect the second one to the VIDEO 2 jacks.

Amplifier

VIDEO 1

OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

VCR

 

 

OUTPUT

INPUT

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

IN

AUDIO

AUDIO

AUDIO

AUDIO

OUT

IN

 

 

L

 

 

L

R

 

 

R

LD player

Amplifier

LD

IN

 

 

LD

 

 

OUTPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

IN

 

 

AUDIO

AUDIO

 

IN

 

L

 

L

R

 

R

Video camera recorder or Video game

Use the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the front panel.

Video camera recorder/

Video game

OUTPUT

VIDEO

Amplifier

VIDEO 3 INPUT

AUDIO

L

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L AUDIO R

R

You can play decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtracks through the speakers connected to the amplifier.

If you have a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder you can amplify a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtrack with the following connections (see page 9 for details regarding operation).

 

 

Dolby Digital AC-3

Amplifier

 

decoder (etc.)

5.1 INPUT

 

PRE OUT

FRONT REAR

CENTER

REAR FRONT

 

 

CENTER

WOOFER

WOOFER

Where do I go next?

Go on to the next section to connect an AC plug and completeyourhometheatersystem.

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Sony TA-VA8ES, TA-VA7ES manual TV/VCR Hookups

TA-VA8ES, TA-VA7ES specifications

The Sony TA-VA7ES and TA-VA8ES are high-performance integrated amplifiers that have garnered a reputation for their robust build quality and exceptional audio performance, making them highly sought after in the audiophile community. These models, part of Sony's ES (Elevated Standard) series, are designed to deliver an immersive listening experience while maintaining user-friendly features.

One of the primary characteristics of both amplifiers is their power output. The TA-VA7ES is capable of delivering 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms, while the TA-VA8ES improves upon this with 120 watts per channel. This substantial power allows them to drive a wide range of speakers effectively, producing clean and dynamic sound across various musical genres.

The amplifiers utilize Sony's advanced power transistor technology, which includes the S-Master digital amplification system. This technology reduces distortion and enhances audio clarity, ensuring that music is reproduced with incredible fidelity. Additionally, both models feature a sophisticated power supply design that contributes to their excellent transient response, allowing for accurate reproduction of fast musical passages.

Another key feature of the TA-VA7ES and TA-VA8ES is their comprehensive connectivity options. They come equipped with multiple line-level inputs, allowing users to connect various audio sources effortlessly. This versatility makes them compatible with CD players, turntables, and other audio devices. The inclusion of speaker terminals is also noteworthy; both amplifiers support bi-wiring, which can further enhance soundstage and imaging.

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Moreover, the TA-VA8ES incorporates some additional modern refinements over the TA-VA7ES, such as improved circuitry for better signal integrity and enhanced tone control options that allow users to tailor the sound to their preferences.

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