Sony 3-295-946-12(1) manual

©2008 Sony Corporation 3-295-946- 12 (1) Home Theatr e System Operating Instructions HT -SF1300 HT -SS1300[...]

2 GB T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not e xpose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curt ains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire or electric s[...]

3 GB About This Manual • The instructions in th is manual are for model HT-SF1300 and HT-SS13 00. In this manual, models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated ot herwise. Any difference in operation is clearly i ndicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEL only”. The HT -SF1300 consists of: • Receiv[...]

4 GB T able of Contents Getting Started Description and location of parts ................... 5 1: Installing the speakers ............................. 11 2: Connecting the speakers .......................... 14 3: Connecting the audio/video components ............................................. 16 4: Connecting the antennas ....................[...]

5 GB Getting Started Description and location of parts Front panel Getting Started Receiver BD ?/1 ACTIVE STANDBY MASTER V OLUME AUTO CAL MIC INPUT SELECTOR PRESET TUNING SOUND FIELD MUTING ?/1 DMPORT VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER BD 2 3 5 4 1 6 7 8 q a 9 q ; Name Function A ? / 1 (on/standby) Press to turn the receiver on or off (page [...]

6 GB About the indicators on the displa y L CR SL SR SW D.RANGE RDS ST MONO MEMOR Y S DIGIT AL DTS HDMI PL OPT CO AX 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; qa qs qd qf SLEEP LFE Name Function A LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being reproduced. B SLEEP Lights up when t[...]

7 GB Getting Started Rear panel 4 12 3 5 OPT IN OPT IN VIDEO 2 COAX IN AUDIO IN DVD DVD IN SA T IN BD IN OUT ANTENNA SA-CD/CD AUDIO IN AUDIO IN FRONT R VIDEO 1 SPEAKERS HDMI AM R L R L FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER SUBWOOFER RT DMPO DIGIT AL TV DC5V 700mA MAX TV A ANTENNA section FM ANTENNA jack Connects to the FM wire antenna supplied with this recei[...]

8 GB You can use the supplied RM-AAU023 Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 61). RM-AA U023 . Remote commander 123 46 78 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM ST ANDBY TV INPUT SLEEP DMPORT VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD 2CH A.F [...]

9 GB Getting Started Name Function F DV D/ B D MENU Press to display the menu of the DVD or Blu-ray disc on the TV screen. Then, use V , v , B , b and ( Q ) to perform menu operations. AU TO C A L Press to activate the Auto Calibration function. G D.T U N IN G Press to enter direct tuning mode. D.S K I P Press to skip a disc when using a multi-disc[...]

10 GB a) The number 5, TV VO L +/MASTER VOL + and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver. b) This button is also a vailable for DIGIT AL MEDIA POR T adapter operation. For details on the function of the button, see the operating instructions supplied w ith the DIGIT AL MEDIA POR T adapter. Notes [...]

11 GB Getting Started 1: Installing the speakers This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound, be sure to connect all the speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1 channel). HT -SF1300 only A Front speaker (left) B Front s[...]

12 GB Before you install the speaker and subwoofer, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibration or movement as shown in the illustration below. Example of HT -SS1300 front speaker HT -SF1300 only You need to attach the supplied foot pads to the center speaker and subwoofer only. HT -SS1300 only You need to attach the supplied foot[...]

13 GB Getting Started 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. Example of installing the speakers on the wall Notes • Use screws that are suita ble for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach th e screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where r[...]

14 GB 2: Connecting the speakers A Front speaker (left) B Front speaker (right) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (left) E Surround speaker (right) F Subwoofer SPEAKERS CENTER SUBWOOFER FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L D E B A Speaker cord (supplied) F A C A A A Connector[...]

15 GB Getting Started Note on speaker cords The connector of the speaker cords are the same color as the speaker jack to be connected. When connecting a speaker cord, be sure to match the colored connector to the speaker jack on the receiver: T o connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* at the rear pa[...]

16 GB 3: Connecting the audio/ video components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect the audio/video components. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas” (page 21). [...]

17 GB Getting Started HDMI is the abbreviated name for High- Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals in digital format. Before connecting cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Note Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can [...]

18 GB Notes on HDMI connections • Use a HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (made by Son y). • An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any other audio jacks. • Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can only be output from the HDMI OUT jack. • When you want to listen to[...]

19 GB Getting Started The following illustration shows how to connect video components such as DVD player, DVD recorder or VCR. It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Before connecting the cords, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). Connecting the vid[...]

20 GB If y ou connect a D VD player Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player. For details, see “Changing button assignments” (page 61). Notes • You cannot do recording on the DVD recorder or VCR via this receiver. Fo r details, refer to the operating [...]

21 GB Getting Started 4: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. Before connecting the antennas, make sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the [...]

22 GB 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver fo[...]

23 GB Getting Started Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU023 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones. • Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of batteries. • Do not expose the re[...]

24 GB Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set up and connect the speakers (page 11, 14). • The A UTO CAL MIC jack is used for the supplied optimizer microphone only . Do not connect other microphones to this jack. Doing so may damage the receiv er and the microphone. • During the calibration, the sound that comes out of the speakers is ver[...]

25 GB Getting Started Press AMP MENU , then press AU TO C A L . You can also select “A.CAL YES” in the A. CAL menu. The following appears on the display. A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1] The measurement process will take approximately 30 seconds to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Not[...]

26 GB 2 Press V / v repeatedly to select the item. Then, press . 3 Save the measurement result. Select “SA VE” in step 2. The measurement results are sav ed. When error codes appear T ry the remedies and perform the Auto Calibration again. T o rectify the error 1 Record down the error code. 2 Press , “RETR Y Y” appears on the display . 3 Re[...]

27 GB Getting Started When y ou select “W ARN CHK” If a warning on the measurement result is present, detailed information is displayed. Press to return to step 2 of “Confirming/saving the measurement results”. When y ou select “PHASE” You can check the phase of each speaker (in phase/out of phase). Press V / v repeatedly to select a sp[...]

28 GB You can use the A. CAL menu to make settings for the Auto Calibration function to suit your preference. Select “8-A. CAL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 33) and “Overview of the menus” (page 34). x A UT O CAL (Auto Calibration no/ yes) • A.CAL NO The Auto Cal[...]

29 GB Getting Started 5 Press V / v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround left t Subwoofer 6 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker. [...]

30 GB Selecting a component 1 Press the input button to select a component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. The selected input appears on the display. 2 Turn on the component and start playback. 3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. T o activate the muting function Press MUTI[...]

31 GB Playbac k Listening/W atching a component Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD 123 46 78 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV INPUT SLEEP DMPORT VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD 2CH A.F.D . RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + FM MODE REPLAY AD VANCE MOVIE MUSIC AMP MENU CLEAR DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL DVD/BD MENU AUTO CA[...]

32 GB Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc 123 46 78 0/10 ENTER 9 SYSTEM STANDBY TV INPUT SLEEP DMPORT VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD 2CH A.F.D . RETURN/EXIT TV CH – PRESET – TV CH + PRESET + TUNING – TV TUNING + FM MODE REPLAY AD VANCE MOVIE MUSIC AMP MENU CLEAR DISPLAY MUTING TV VOL MASTER VOL DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP THEATRE SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER[...]

33 GB Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 2 Press V / v repeatedly to select the menu you want. 3 Press or b to enter the menu. 4 Press V / v repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjus[...]

34 GB The following options are a vailable in each menu. For details on na vigating through menus, see page 33. Overview of the menus Menu [Display] Pa ra m et e rs [Display] Settings Initial setting LEVEL [1-LEVEL] (page 37) Test tone a) [T. TONE] T. TONE N, T. TONE Y T. TONE N Front speaker balance a) [FRT BAL] BAL. L +1 to BAL. L +10, BALANCE, B[...]

35 GB Amplifier Operations AUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 39) Digital audio input decoding priority a) [DEC. PRI.] DEC. PCM, DEC. AUTO DEC. AUTO for: VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, BD, DVD, SAT, TV; DEC. PCM for: SA-CD/CD Digital broadcast language selection a) [DUAL] DUAL M/S, DUAL M, DUAL S, DUAL M+S DUAL M Synchronizes audio with video output a) [A.V. SYNC.] A.V.SYNC[...]

36 GB a) For details, refer to the page in the parentheses. b) The surround effect is not availabl e for 2CH STEREO and A.F.D. mode. c) “ A UDIO FOR HDMI” and “CONTROL FOR HDMI” sc roll across the display , then “ AUDIO” and “CONTR OL” appear respectiv ely . d) When you set “CAL LO AD” in A. CAL menu to “LO AD YES”, the sett[...]

37 GB Amplifier Operations Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 33) and “Overview of the menus” (page 34). LEVEL menu parameters x T. TONE (Test to[...]

38 GB Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select “2-TONE” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 33) and “Overview of the menus” (page 34). TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front spea[...]

39 GB Amplifier Operations Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode. Select “4-TUNER” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 33) and “Overview of the menus” (page 34). TUNER menu parameters x FM MODE (FM station rece[...]

40 GB x DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right [...]

41 GB Amplifier Operations x CONTROL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) Lets you turn the Control for HDMI function on or off. For details, see “Control for HDMI” (page 52). Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For d[...]

42 GB x SW DIST. (Subwoofer distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the subwoofer. Tip If you set “CAL LOAD” in A. CAL menu to “LOAD YES”, you can adjust the speakers distance in 0.01 meter increment. x SUR POS. (Surround speaker position) Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper impleme[...]

43 GB Enjoying Surr ound Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMA T DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound. Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the sound field you want. You can also [...]

44 GB Selecting a pre- programmed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. Press MOVIE repeatedly to select a sound field for movies or press MUSIC repeatedly to select [...]

45 GB Enjoying Surr ound Sound Types of sound field available Notes • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. • When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly fro m the surround speakers. • This function does not w[...]

46 GB Using only the front speakers and subwoofer (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and subwoofer only. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the subwoofer. When standard 2 channel stereo sources are inp[...]

47 GB T uner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 21). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on area codes, see[...]

48 GB You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. 2 Press D.TUNING. 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz Select 1 b 3 b 5 [...]

49 GB T uner Operations 4 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press the PRESET + or PRESET – to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3. 5 Press ENTER. The station is stored as the selected preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you press E[...]

50 GB Using the Radio Data System (RDS) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can display RDS information. Notes • RDS is operable only for FM stations. • Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the[...]

51 GB T uner Operations Description of program types Program type indication Description NEWS News programs AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news INFO Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice SPORT Sports programs EDUCATE Educational programs, such as “how-to” and[...]

52 GB Using the Control for HDMI function for “BRA VIA” Sync To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function as explained below. By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as follows: • One-T ouch Play: When you play back a compone[...]

53 GB Control f or HDMI Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord. T o enjoy TV mu lti channel surround sound br oadcasting You can listen to TV multi channel surround sound broadcasting from the speakers connected to the receiver. Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV to the TV OPT IN jack of the receiver. a) Connect[...]

54 GB Preparing Control for HDMI function This receiver supports the Control for HDMI- Easy Setting function. This function is only available for certain types of TV. When you perform the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting from the TV, the Control for HDMI setting on this receiver will automatically change accordingly. During Control for HDMI-Easy Setti[...]

55 GB Control f or HDMI 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display . 2 Press V / v repeatedly to select “6-VIDEO”. 3 Press or b to enter the menu. 4 Press V / v repeatedly to select “CONTROL FOR HDMI”. “CONTROL FOR HDMI” scrolls across the display, then “CONTROL” appears. 5 Press or b to enter the parameter. 6 Press V / [...]

56 GB Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver (System Audio Control) You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers connected to the receiver by a simple operation. You can operate System Audio Control function using the TV menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. When System Audio Control function i[...]

57 GB Control f or HDMI T urning off the receiver with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the receiver and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn off the TV. Press TV and TV ? / 1 at the same time. The TV, receiver and the comp[...]

58 GB Switching between digital and analog audio (IN MODE) You can select the audio input mode setting when you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver. 1 Press AMP MENU. “1-LEVEL” appears on the display. 2 Press V / v repeatedly to select “5-AUDIO”. 3 Press or b to enter the menu. 4 Press V / v repea[...]

59 GB Other Operations You can listen to the sound from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver. You can also view the images on the TV screen by connecting the video output of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the video input of the TV. T o detach the DIGIT AL MEDIA PORT adapter fr om DMPOR[...]

60 GB 1 Press DMPORT. You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”. 2 Start playback of the connected component. The sound is played back on the receiver and the image appears on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Notes • Depending on the type of DIG[...]

61 GB Using the Remote Changing button assignments You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a DVD recorder to the VIDEO 1 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO 1 button on this remote to control the DVD recorder. 1 Hold down the input button of which you want [...]

62 GB Glossar y x Cinema Studio EX A surround sound mode that can be regarded as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing theater using three technologies: “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth Matching”, and “Cinema Studio Reverberation”. “Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual speaker[...]

63 GB Additional Inf ormation x HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a [...]

64 GB On placement • Place the receiv er in a location with adequate ventilation to pre vent heat b uildup and prolong the life of the receiv er . • Do not place the receiv er near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessi ve dust, or mechanical shock. • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ve[...]

65 GB Additional Inf ormation T roubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Au di o There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connecte[...]

66 GB The surround effect cannot be obtained. • Make sure you have selected a sound field with MOVIE or MUSIC button. • Sound fields do not function for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or D[...]

67 GB Additional Inf ormation No sound is output from the receiver and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function. • If the TV does not have System Audio Control function, set the “AUDIO FOR HDMI” settings in VIDEO menu to – “TV+AMP” if you want to [...]

68 GB Remote control The remote does not function. • For receiver operation, you can only use the DISPLAY button when the TUNER input is selected. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they a[...]

69 GB Additional Inf ormation Specifications Amplifier section Power Output 1) Stereo mode (rated) 1 08 W + 108 W (3 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 1%) Surround mode (reference) RMS Output (3 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT 2) : 143 W/ch CENTER 2) : 143 W SUR 2) : 143 W/ch (1.5 ohms at 80 Hz, THD 10%) SUBWOOFER 2) : 285 W 1) Measured under the following conditio[...]

70 GB Speaker section HT -SF1300 only • Front speaker (SS-MSP23F) • Surround speaker (SS-SRP23F) • Center speaker (SS-CNP23) Front/Center speaker Full range, magnetically shielded Surround speaker Full range Speaker unit Front/Surround speaker 65 mm, cone type Center speaker 30 × 60 mm, cone type Enclosure type Front/Surround speaker Bass re[...]

71 GB Additional Inf ormation Supplied speakers Front speakers (2) Center speaker (1) Surround speakers (2) Subwoofer (1) Supplied accessories Operating Instruction (this manual) Quick Setup Guide (1) Speaker Stand Installation Guide (HT-SF1300 only) (1) FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAU023 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries ([...]

(1) Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Index Numerics 2 channel 46 2CH STEREO 46 5.1 channel 11 A A UTO CALIBRA TION 23 A UTO FORMA T DIRECT (A.F .D.) 43 B Blu-ray disc player connecting 17 playback 32 C CD player connecting 16 playback 31 Control for HDMI connecting 53 preparing 54 D Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 45 DIGIT AL MEDIA POR T connecting [...]