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- Page 1 2-661-769-14 (2) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-SF1000 HT-SS1000 ©2006 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
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Page 3: About This Manual
About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-SF1000 and HT-SS1000. In this manual, models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEL only”. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Description and location of parts...5 1: Installing speakers ...12 2: Connecting speakers...15 3: Connecting the audio/video components...17 4: Connecting the antennas...21 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote ...22 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) ...23 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) ...26... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel Name Function A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 22, 29, 30, 44, 46, 57). B Display The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here (page 6). - Page 6 About the indicators on the display SLEEP DIGITAL Name Function 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 the sleep timer is activated (page 50).
- Page 7 Name Function K OPT Lights up when – audio input mode for VIDEO 2 input is set to “V2 AUTO” and the source signal is a digital signal being input through VIDEO 2 OPT IN jack (page 37). – audio input mode for SA-CD/ CD input is set to “CD AUTO”...
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Page 8: Rear Panel
Rear panel ANTENNA SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 HDMI OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 A ANTENNA section ANTENNA ANTENNA B AUDIO INPUT section AUDIO IN White (L) jack Red (R) C SPEAKER section Connects to speakers (page 15). -
Page 9: Amp Menu
Remote commander You can operate the receiver with the supplied remote. You can also use the remote to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 50). RM-AAU006 TV ?/1 TV/VIDEO AUTO SLEEP SYSTEM STANDBY... - Page 10 Name Function F DUAL MONO Press to select the language you want during digital broadcast. G FM MODE Press to select FM monaural or stereo reception. H D.TUNING Press to enter direct tuning mode. D.SKIP Press to skip disc of the CD player or DVD player (multi- disc changer only).
- Page 11 Name Function R Control After pressing AMP MENU buttons (D), DVD MENU (J), or MENU (N), press the control button V, v, B or b to select the settings. When you press DVD MENU or MENU, press the control button to enter the selection.
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Page 12: 1: Installing Speakers
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel). HT-SF1000 only AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) - Page 13 Example of HT-SS1000 front speaker HT-SF1000 only You need to attach the supplied foot pads to the sub woofer only. HT-SS1000 only You need to attach the supplied foot pads to the speakers and sub woofer.
- Page 14 • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
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Page 15: 2: Connecting Speakers
2: Connecting speakers SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 HDMI DVD IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN A Speaker cord (supplied) AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSub woofer VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT –... - Page 16 Notes on speaker cords • The connector and the color tube* 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: Connector Speaker jack...
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Page 17: 3: Connecting The Audio/Video Components
3: Connecting the audio/video components How to hook up your 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. -
Page 18: Connecting Audio Components
Connecting audio components The following illustration shows how to connect audio components such as Super Audio CD player or CD player. Super Audio CD player/ CD player ANTENNA OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) Note When you play a Super Audio CD disc on a Super... -
Page 19: Connecting Video Components
Connecting video components The following illustration shows how to connect video components such as DVD player, DVD recorder, satellite tuner or VCR. Satellite tuner ANTENNA OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVD player/ DVD recorder A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied) C Coaxial digital cord (orange) (supplied) Notes... -
Page 20: Hdmi Jacks
COAX IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. Notes on HDMI connections • This receiver may not be able to transfer video or audio signals with certain types of components. -
Page 21: 4: Connecting The Antennas
4: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. FM wire antenna (supplied) ANTENNA OPT IN OPT IN COAX IN SA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver. Notes •... -
Page 22: 5: Preparing The Receiver And The Remote
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. To the wall outlet Note Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. -
Page 23: 6: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically (Auto Calibration)
Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU006 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. •... - Page 24 Tips • You can also fix the optimizer microphone to a tripod (not supplied) and place the tripod at your listening position. • Be sure to remove any obstacles in the path between the optimizer microphone and the speakers. • When you face the speaker towards the optimizer microphone, you will get a more accurate measurement.
- Page 25 Error and warning codes Error codes When an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process as follows: Error code t blank display t (error code t t PUSH t blank display blank display) t ENTER Appears when there are more than one error code.
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Page 26: 7: Adjusting The Speaker Levels And Balance (Test Tone)
Warning code and solution Warning Explanation code WARN. 40 The environment is noisy. WARN. 50 The center speaker is not connected. WARN. 51 The surround speakers are not connected. WARN. 60 The front speaker balance is out of range. WARN. 62 The center speaker level is out of range. - Page 27 Press control button 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 Sub woofer Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each...
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Page 28: Playback
Playback Selecting a component SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP >10/ MEMORY DVD MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR MUTING DISPLAY TOOLS TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH – TV CH + PRESET –... -
Page 29: Listening/Watching A Component
< > TUNING – TUNING + Notes • The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player. Tips • You can select the sound field to suit the music. -
Page 30: Watching A Dvd
Watching a DVD TV ?/1 TV/VIDEO AUTO SLEEP SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP >10/ MEMORY DVD MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR MUTING DISPLAY TOOLS TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH –... -
Page 31: Amplifier Operations
Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE DUAL MONO FM MODE D.TUNING MEMORY DVD MENU >10/ 0/10 ENTER CLEAR DISPLAY TOOLS... -
Page 32: Overview Of The Menus
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 31. Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] LEVEL (34) Test tone [1-LEVEL] [T. TONE] Front speaker balance [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]... - Page 33 Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] AUDIO (36) Digital audio input decoding [5-AUDIO] priority [DEC. PRI.] Digital broadcast language selection [DUAL] A/V Sync [A.V. SYNC.] Audio input mode for VIDEO 2 input [V2 INPUT] Audio input mode for SA-CD/CD input [CD INPUT] SYSTEM (37) Front speaker distance [6-SYSTEM]...
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Page 34: Adjusting The Level (Level Menu)
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus”... -
Page 35: Adjusting The Tone (Tone Menu)
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 31) and “Overview of the menus”... -
Page 36: Settings For The Tuner (Tuner Menu)
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 31) and “Overview of the menus” (page 32). TUNER menu parameters x FM MODE (FM station receiving mode) -
Page 37: Settings For The System (System Menu)
x A.V. SYNC. (A/V Sync) • A.V.SYNC. Y (Yes) (Delay time: 68 ms) The audio output is delayed so that the time gap between the audio output and visual display is minimized. • A.V.SYNC. N (No) (Delay time: 0 ms) The audio output is not delayed. -
Page 38: Surround Speaker Placement
x SL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround left speaker. Surround left speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 37) to a distance 4.5 meters closer to your listening position (C on page 37). -
Page 39: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically (A. Cal Menu)
Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 23). Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT 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. - Page 40 Types of A.F.D. mode Decoding A.F.D. mode mode [Display] (Detecting A.F.D. AUTO automatically) [A.F.D. AUTO] Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV] PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS] (Multi Stereo) MULTI STEREO [MULTI ST.] Note Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do no function for DTS format signals.
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Page 41: Selecting A Pre-Programmed Sound Field
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. TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. - Page 42 Effect Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.
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Page 43: Using Only The Front Speakers And Sub Woofer (2Ch Stereo)
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 from the surround speakers. •... -
Page 44: Resetting Sound Fields To The Initial Settings
Resetting sound fields to the initial settings Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. While holding down SOUND FIELD +, press ?/1. “S.F. CLR.” appears on the display and all sound fields are reset to their initial setting. -
Page 45: Direct Tuning
Automatic tuning VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO FM MODE D.TUNING D.SKIP >10/ MEMORY DVD MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR MUTING DISPLAY TOOLS TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH – TV CH + PRESET –... -
Page 46: Storing Fm Stations Automatically (Autobetical)
Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the stations with the clearest signals. If you want to store FM or AM stations one by one, see “Presetting radio stations”... -
Page 47: Presetting Radio Stations
Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. Presetting radio stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SA-CD/CD TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DUAL MONO FM MODE... -
Page 48: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)
Tuning to preset stations VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TUNER AMP MENU A.F.D. MOVIE Numeric buttons >10/ MEMORY DVD MENU 0/10 ENTER CLEAR DISPLAY TOOLS RETURN/EXIT MENU TV CH – REPLAY ADVANCE PRESET – < < Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. Press PRESET + or PRESET –... -
Page 49: Displaying Rds Information
Displaying RDS information While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t t Radio Text Program Type indication t Current Time indication (in indication 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied t Volume level... -
Page 50: Other Operations
Other Operations Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 2-00-00 t t OFF When Sleep Timer is being used, “SLEEP”... -
Page 51: Glossary
Tuner (this receiver) DVR (Digital CATV terminal) DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively. Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. -
Page 52: Precautions
x HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Technology developed by modifying the display connecting technology, DVI (Digital Visual Interface), for AV equipment. This interface can transmit video, audio, and control signals in digital format. x Sampling frequency To convert analog audio to digital, analog data should be quantified. - Page 53 Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Page 54: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. •... - Page 55 Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component.
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Page 56: Remote Control
You can check the condition of the system by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears while you perform Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning codes”... -
Page 57: Specifications
Specifications Amplifier section HT-SF1000 only Power Output Stereo mode (rated) 70 W + 70 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, 0.7%) Music power output (reference) FRONT : 143 W/ch (With SS-FSP1000) CENTER (With SS-CNP1000F) : 143 W/ch (With SS-FRP1000) SUBWOOFER... - Page 58 Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430 × 64 × 338 mm including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 3.5 kg Speaker section HT-SF1000 only • Front speakers (SS-FSP1000) • Center speaker (SS-CNP1000F) • Surround speakers (SS-FRP1000) Front speakers 2 way, magnetically shielded...
- Page 59 Supplied accessories FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAU006 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Optimizer microphone ECM-AC2 (1) Speaker cords (5) Coaxial digital cord (1) Foot pads • Speakers (HT-SS1000 only) (20) • Sub woofer (4) Speakers •...
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Page 60: Index
Dolby Digital 51 DVD player connecting 19 playback 30 DVD recorder connecting 19 Error messages 56 HDMI connecting 20 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Initial setup 22 Menu A. CAL 39 AUDIO 36 LEVEL 34 SUR 35 SYSTEM 37 TONE 35...