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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 1 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit . Record the serial number in the space provided below . Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product . Serial No . Model No . HT - 9950M HT - 9900M HT - 6900DP HT - 5950DP © 2005 Sony Corporation Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US02REG_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 2 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM WARNING WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device , pursuant to To prevent fire or shock hazard , do not Part 15 of the FCC Rules . These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful expose the unit to rain or moisture . interference in a residential installation . This To prevent fire , do not cover the ventilation of the equipment generates , uses , and can radiate radio apparatus with newspapers , table - cloths , curtains , etc . frequency energy and , if not installed and used in And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus . accordance with the instructions , may cause harmful To prevent fire or shock hazard , do not place objects interference to radio communications . However , there filled with liquids , such as vases , on the apparatus . is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a Do not install the appliance in a confined space , particular installation . If this equipment does cause such as a bookcase or built - in cabinet . harmful interference to radio or television reception , which can be determined by turning the equipment off Don’t throw away batteries with and on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the general house waste ; dispose of interference by one or more of the following measures : them correctly as chemical waste . – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna . – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . For customers in the United States – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected . – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help . CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment . This symbol is intended to alert Note to CATV system installer : the user to the presence of This reminder is provided to call CATV system uninsulated “ dangerous voltage � installer’s attention to Article 820 - 40 of the NEC that within the product’s enclosure provides guidelines for proper grounding and , in that may be of sufficient particular , specifies that the cable ground shall be magnitude to constitute a risk of connected to the grounding system of the building , as electric shock to persons . close to the point of cable entry as practical . This symbol is intended to alert For customers in Canada the user to the presence of CAUTION important operating and maintenance ( servicing ) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK , MATCH WIDE instructions in the literature BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT , FULLY accompanying the appliance . INSERT . ® ENERGY STAR is a U.S . registered ® NERGY STAR partner , mark . As an E Sony Corporation has determined that ® this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency . US 2 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US02REG_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 3 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM The HT - 5950DP consists of : About This Manual • Receiver STR - K5900P • Speaker system • The instructions in this manual are for model – Front speaker ( left ) SS - MSP67L HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M , HT - 6900DP and – Front speaker ( right ) SS - MSP67R HT - 5950DP . Check your receiver’s model number – Center speaker SS - CNP67 by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel . In this manual , HT - 9900M is used for – Surround speaker ( left ) SS - MSP67SL illustration purposes unless stated otherwise . Any – Surround speaker ( right ) SS - MSP67SR difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text , – Surround back speaker SS - MSP67SB for example , “ HT - 9900M only � – Sub woofer SA - WMSP87 • The instructions in this manual describe the controls • DVD player DVP - NC60P on the receiver . You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar About area codes names as those on the receiver . For details on the use The area code of the receiver you purchased is of your remote , see pages 43 – 51 . For details on the shown on the lower portion of the rear panel ( see use of your DVD player , refer to the separate the illustration below ) . operating instructions supplied with the DVD player . The HT - 9950M consists of : SURROUND BACK R L • Receiver STR - K9900P – + R L • Speaker system CENTER FRONT B SPEAKERS FRONT A R L – Front speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69L – – + – Front speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69R R L SURROUND EAKERS – Center speaker SS - CNP69 2 - XXX - XXX - XX AA – Surround speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69SL Area code – Surround speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69SR – Surround back speaker SS - MSP69SB Any differences in operation , according to the area – Sub woofer SA - WMSP69 code , are clearly indicated in the text , for example , “ Models of area code AA only � . • DVD player DVP - CX995V The HT - 9900M consists of : This receiver incorporates Dolby * Digital and Pro • Receiver STR - K9900P Logic Surround and the DTS * * Digital Surround • Speaker system System . – Front speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69L * Manufactured under license from Dolby – Front speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69R Laboratories . – Center speaker SS - CNP69 “ Dolby � , “ Pro Logic � and the double - D symbol are – Surround speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69SL trademarks of Dolby Laboratories . – Surround speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69SR * * “ DTS � , “ DTS - ES � , “ Neo : 6 � and “ DTS 96 / 24 � are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems , Inc . – Surround back speaker SS - MSP69SB – Sub woofer SA - WMSP69 • DVD player DVP - CX985V Note for the supplied remote The HT - 6900DP consists of : For RM - AAP001 • Receiver STR - K9900P The AUX , MULTI CH * and 12 buttons on the • Speaker system remote are not available for receiver operation . – Front speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69L – Front speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69R * HT - 5950DP only . – Center speaker SS - CNP69 – Surround speaker ( left ) SS - MSP69SL – Surround speaker ( right ) SS - MSP69SR – Surround back speaker SS - MSP69SB – Sub woofer SA - WMSP69 • DVD player DVP - NC60P US 3 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CATOC.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 4 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Table of Contents Getting Started Advanced Adjustments and Settings 1 : Check how to hookup your components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Assigning the component video 1a : Connecting components with input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 digital audio output jacks . . . . . . . . . . . 7 — COMPONENT VIDEO 1b : Connecting components with INPUT ASSIGN multi channel output jacks . . . . . . . . 10 Switching the audio input mode for 1c : Connecting components with digital components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 only analog audio jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 — INPUT MODE 2 : Connecting the antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Customizing sound fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3 : Connecting speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adjusting the tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 4 : Connecting the AC power cord . . . . . . . . 17 Advanced settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 5 : Setting up the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Other Operations 6 : Setting up the sub woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7 : Adjusting the speaker levels and Naming preset stations and inputs . . . . . . . . 40 balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Using the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 — TEST TONE Selecting the speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Amplifier Operation Operations Using the Remote Selecting the component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Listening to multi channel sound . . . . . . . . . . 24 RM - AAP001 — MULTI CH IN Before you use your remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Listening to FM / AM radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Remote button description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Presetting radio stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Selecting the command mode of the Changing the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 About the indications in the display . . . . . . 27 Programming the remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Enjoying Surround Sound Additional Information Using only the front speakers and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 sub woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 — 2CH STEREO Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Enjoying higher fidelity sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 List of button locations and reference — AUTO FORMAT DIRECT pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Selecting a sound field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover Selecting the surround back decoding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 — SURR BACK DECODING US 4 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 11 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 5 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Getting Started Getting 1 : Check how to hookup your components Started Steps 1a through 1c beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver . Before you begin , refer to “ Connectable components � below for the pages which describe how to connect each component . After hooking up all your components , proceed to “ 2 : Connecting the antennas � ( page 14 ) . Connectable components Component to be connected Page DVD player a ) With digital audio output 7 – 8 b ) With multi channel audio output 10 – 11 c ) With analog audio output only 7 – 8 TV monitor d ) With component video input 8 or 11 With composite video input only 13 Satellite tuner a ) With digital audio output 7 – 8 c ) With analog audio output only 7 – 8 Super Audio CD / CD player a ) With digital audio output 9 b ) With multi channel audio output 10 c ) With analog audio output only 12 MD / Tape deck c ) With analog audio output only 12 Multi channel decoder 10 VCR , camcorder , video game , etc . 13 a ) Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack , etc . b ) ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks , etc . This connection is used to output the audio decoded by the component’s internal multi channel decoder through this receiver . c ) Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L / R jacks , etc . d ) Model with component video ( Y , P / C / B - Y , P / C / R - Y ) input jacks . B B R R continued US 5 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 6 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Required cords The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords ( A to G ) ( not supplied unless indicated ) . E Coaxial digital cord ( supplied ) A Audio cord White ( L ) Orange Red ( R ) F Monaural audio cord B Audio / video cord Black Yellow ( video ) Tip White ( L / audio ) Red ( R / audio ) Audio cord A can be torn into two monaural audio cords F . C Video cord Yellow G Component video cord Green D Optical digital cord Blue Red Notes • Turn off the power to all components before making any connections . • Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise . • When connecting an audio / video cord , be sure to match the color - coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components : yellow ( video ) to yellow ; white ( left , audio ) to white ; and red ( right , audio ) to red . • When connecting optical digital cords , insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place . • Do not bend or tie optical digital cords . US 6 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 7 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM . 1a : Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Getting Hooking up a DVD player , TV monitor or satellite tuner Started For details on the required cords ( A – G ) , see page 6 . 1 Connect the audio jacks . DVD player OUTPUT AUDIOT OU L OUTPUT DIGITALAL COAXI R E A COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO D A OUTPUT OUTPUT DIGITAL AUDIOT OPTICAL OU L R Satellite tuner Note You can also listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TV’s audio output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver . In this case , do not connect the TV’s video output jack to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack on the receiver . continued US 7 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 8 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 2 Connect the video jacks . The following illustration shows how to connect a TV or satellite tuner and a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO ( Y , P / C / B - Y , P / C / R - Y ) output jacks . Connecting a TV with component B B R R video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video . TV monitor Satellite tuner OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT COMPONENT COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO PR / CR / R – Y PB / CB / B – Y PR / CR / R – Y PB / CB / B – Y Y Y C G C G COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO C G OUTPUT OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y PR / CR / R – Y PB / CB / B – Y DVD player Note On this receiver , the standard video signals cannot be converted to component video signals ( or vice versa ) . US 8 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 9 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Hooking up a Super Audio CD / CD player Getting For details on the required cords ( A – G ) , see page 6 . COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL Started OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO D A OUTPUT DIGITAL LINE OPTICAL OUT L R Super Audio CD / CD player Tip All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz , 44.1 kHz , 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies . Note No sound is output when you play a Super Audio CD on the Super Audio CD player connected to the SA - CD / CD OPTICAL IN jack on this receiver . Connect the player to the analog input jacks ( SA - CD / CD IN jacks ) . Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player . US 9 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 10 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 1b : Connecting components with multi channel output jacks 1 Connect the audio jacks . ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) If your DVD or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks , you can connect it to this receiver’s MULTI CH IN jacks to enjoy the multi channel sound . Alternatively , the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder . For details on the required cords ( A – G ) , see page 6 . COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO A A F F L CENTER R SUBFER WOO FRONT SURROUND MULTI CH OUT DVD player , Super Audio CD player , Multi channel decoder , etc . Tip This connection also allows you to enjoy software with multi channel audio recorded in formats other than the Dolby Digital and DTS . Note When you make connections to the MULTI CH IN jacks , you will need to adjust the level of the speakers and sub woofer using the controls on the connected component . US 10 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 11 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 2 Connect the video jacks . The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO ( Y , P / B Getting C / B - Y , P / C / R - Y ) output jacks . Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to B R R enjoy higher quality video . Started DVD player TV monitor OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT COMPONENT COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO PR / CR / R – Y PB / CB / B – Y PR / CR / R – Y PB / CB / B – Y Y Y C G C G COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO Note On this receiver , the standard video signals cannot be converted to component video signals ( or vice versa ) . US 11 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 12 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 1c : Connecting components with only analog audio jacks Hooking up audio components For details on the required cords ( A – G ) , see page 6 . COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO l OUT IN l A A A INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE LINE L L R R Super Audio CD / MD / Tape deck CD player US 12 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 13 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Hooking up video components Getting If you connect your TV to the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack , you can watch the video from the selected input ( page 23 ) . For details on the required cords ( A – G ) , see page 6 . Started Satellite tuner OUTPUT VIDEOT OU TV monitor AUDIOT OU INPUT L VIDEO R B C COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN To the VIDEO 3 DVDN I IN / PORTABLE COAXIAL AUDIO OUT AV IN jacks L L L L L ( Front panel ) CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO L OUT IN L B B B INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO VIDEO IN OUT AUDIO AUDIO OUT IN L R Camcorder or VCR video game US 13 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 14 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 2 : Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna . AM loop antenna ( supplied ) FM wire antenna ( supplied ) COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE ANTENNA VIDEO 2 Y IN PB / CB MONITOR / B – Y AM PR / CR / R – Y VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 MONITOR DVD SA - CD / IN OUT IN ICDN DVDN I COAXIAL AUDIO OUT L L L L L CENTER R R R R R SUB AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT IN OUT IN FRONT SURROUND WOOFER OSUBFER SA - CD / CD MD / TAPE DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MULTI CH IN WO * * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code . Notes • To prevent noise pickup , keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components . • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna . • After connecting the FM wire antenna , keep it as horizontal as possible . US 14 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 15 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 3 : Connecting speakers Getting Connect your speakers to the receiver . This receiver allows you to use a 6.1 channel speaker system . 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 ) . Started You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker ( 6.1 channel ) ( see “ Selecting the surround back decoding mode � on page 33 ) . Example of 6.1 channel speaker system configuration Center speaker Front speaker ( Right ) Surround speaker ( Right ) Front speaker ( Left ) Sub woofer Surround speaker ( Left ) Surround back speaker Tips • When you connect 6.1 channel speaker system , place the surround back speaker behind the listening position . • Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals , you can place it wherever you want . • For greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers , use the optional WS - FV10D ( HT - 5950DP only ) or WS - FV11 floor stand ( available only in certain countries ) . • You can also install the front , surround and surround back speakers on the wall ( see page 17 ) . Note Connect the long speaker connecting cords to the surround and surround back speaker terminals and the short speaker connecting cords to the front and center speaker terminals . Attaching foot pads To prevent speaker vibration or movement , attach the supplied foot pads to the speaker as shown in the illustration below . Note Be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to the sub woofer as well . continued US 15 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 16 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Required cords A Speaker cords ( supplied ) B Monaural audio cord ( supplied ) ( + ) Black ( – ) Front speaker Front speaker Center speaker Surround back ( Right ) ( Left ) speaker E e E e E e E e A A A A SPEAKERS * FRONT B NT VIDEO SURROUND BACK R L Y – + PB / CB / B – Y R L PR / CR / R – Y CENTER FRONT B MONITOR OUT SPEAKERS VOLTAGE SELECTOR FRONT A R L AUDIO OUT + – – + R L SURROUND OSUBFER SPEAKERS WO SUBOOFER * * W A A B INPUT E e E e Sub woofer Surround speaker Surround speaker ( Right ) ( Left ) * ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) If you have an additional front speaker system , connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals . You can select the front speakers you want to use with the SPEAKERS ( OFF / A / B / A + B ) button . For details , see “ Selecting the speaker system � ( page 41 ) . * * ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) If you have an additional sub woofer , you can connect it to the other SUB WOOFER terminal . US 16 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 17 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 3 Hang the speakers on the screws . Installing the speakers on the Metal hook on the back of the speaker wall Getting 4.6 mm You can install your front , surround and ( 3 / 16 inch ) surround back speakers on the wall . Started 10 mm 1 Prepare screws ( not supplied ) that are ( 13 / 32 inch ) suitable for the metal hook on the back of each speaker . See the illustrations below . more than 4 mm ( 5 / 32 inch ) more than 25 mm ( 1 inch ) 4.6 mm ( 3 / 16 inch ) Notes 10 mm ( 13 / 32 inch ) • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength . As a plaster board wall is especially fragile , Metal hook on the back of the speaker attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall . Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied . 2 Fasten the screws to the wall . The • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm ( 7 / 32 material or screws to be used . to 9 / 32 inch ) . • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation , insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation , natural calamity , etc . 5 to 7 mm inch ) ( 7 / 32 to 9 / 32 US 17 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 18 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Performing initial setup 4 : Connecting the AC operations power cord Before using the receiver for the first time , initialize the receiver by performing the Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet . following procedure . This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults . R L Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation . 1 Press ? / 1 to turn off the receiver . b 2 Hold down ? / 1 for 5 seconds . R L To a wall FRONT B “ PUSH � and “ ENTER � appears in the outlet display alternatingly . 3 Press ENTER . “ CLEARING � appears in the display for a while , then “ CLEARED � appears . The following are reset to their factory settings . • All settings in the SPEAKER SET UP , LEVEL , TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus . AC power cord • The sound field memorized for each input and preset station . • All sound field parameters . • All preset stations . • All index names for inputs and preset stations . • MASTER VOLUME – / + is set to “ VOL MIN � . US 18 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 19 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM C x DIST . XX ft . ( Center speaker distance ) 5 : Setting up the speakers Initial setting : 10 ft . Getting Lets you set the distance from your listening position You can use the SPEAKER SET UP menu to set to the center speaker . Center speaker distance should the distance and location of the speakers be set from a distance equal to the front speaker connected to this receiver . Started distance ( A ) to a distance 5 feet closer to your 1 Press ? / 1 to turn on the receiver . listening position ( B ) . SR SL 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select x DIST . XX ft . “ SET UP � . ( Surround speaker distance ) Initial setting : 10 ft . 3 Press or repeatedly to select the Lets you set the distance from your listening position parameter you want to adjust . to the surround speakers . Surround speaker distance For details , see “ SPEAKER SET UP menu should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker parameters � below . distance ( A ) to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position ( C ) . Note If both surround speakers are not placed an equal Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in distance from your listening position , set the distance the display . This means that they have been to the closest speaker . adjusted automatically due to other speaker settings or may not be adjustable . SB x DIST . XX ft . ( Surround back speaker distance ) 4 Press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want . Initial setting : 10 ft . Lets you set the distance from your listening position The setting is entered automatically . to the surround back speaker . Surround back speaker 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set distance should be set from a distance equal to the front all of the items that follow . speaker distance ( A ) to a distance 15 feet closer to your listening position ( D ) . Tip SPEAKER SET UP menu The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in parameters terms of distance . However , it is not possible to set the The initial settings are underlined . center speaker further than the front speakers . Also , the center speaker cannot be set more than 5 feet closer L R x DIST . XX ft . than the front speakers . ( Front speaker distance ) Likewise , the surround speakers cannot be set further Initial setting : 10 ft . away from the listening position than the front Lets you set the distance from your listening position speakers . And they can be no more than 15 feet closer . to the front speakers ( A ) . You can adjust from 3 to 23 This is because incorrect speaker placement is not feet in 1 foot steps . conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound . If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance Please note that , setting the speaker distance closer than from your listening position , set the distance to the the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in closest speaker . the output of the sound from that speaker . In other words , the speaker will sound like it is further away . For example , setting the center speaker distance 3 – 6 B feet closer than the actual speaker position will create A A a fairly realistic sensation of being “ inside � the screen . 30 ˚ 30 ˚ If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect 100 ˚ - 120 ˚ 100 ˚ - 120 ˚ because the surround speakers are too close , setting the surround speaker distance closer ( shorter ) than the C C actual distance will create a larger sound stage . Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound . Give it a D try ! continued US 19 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 20 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM SW • SIDE / LO x XXXXXXX ( Sub woofer phase polarity ) Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A and C . ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) • SIDE / HI Select if the location of your surround speakers Lets you set the sub woofer phase polarity . corresponds to section A and D . • NORMAL • BEHD / LO Normally , select “ NORMAL � . Select if the location of your surround speakers • REVERSE corresponds to section B and C . Depending on the type of front speakers , the position • BEHD / HI of the sub woofer , and the cut - off frequency of the Select if the location of your surround speakers sub woofer , setting the phase polarity to corresponds to section B and D . “ REVERSE � may produce better bass . Besides bass reproduction , the richness and tightness of the Tip overall sound may also be affected . While listening Surround speaker position is designed specifically for from the main listening position , select the setting implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes . that best suits your environment . For other sound fields , speaker position is not so SR SL x XXXX / XX critical . Those sound fields were designed under the ( Surround speaker position ) premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position , but presentation remains Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers fairly consistent even with the surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in positioned at a rather wide angle . However , if the the Cinema Studio EX modes ( page 31 ) . speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position , the surround effects becomes unclear unless set to “ SIDE / LO � or “ SIDE / HI � . Nevertheless , each listening environment has many 120 ˚ 100 ˚ variables , such as wall reflections , and you may obtain better results using “ BEHD / HI � if your speakers are located high above the listening position , even if they are to the immediate left and right . A A Therefore , although it may result in a setting contrary B B to the above explanation , we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and select the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the surround speakers and the sound of the front speakers . If you are not sure which sounds best , select D D “ BEHD / LO � or “ BEHD / HI � and then use the speaker 60 distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to C C obtain proper balance . 30 US 20 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 21 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Adjusting the level 6 : Setting up the sub Getting Slight adjustments to the system can enhance woofer your sound enjoyment . HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP Started Listening to the sub woofer only HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only POWER indicator LEVEL LEVEL INPUT POWER HT - 5950DP only HT - 5950DP only LEVEL POWER indicator POWER Turn LEVEL to adjust the volume . Set the volume level to best suit your preference according to the program source . Note Before playing the program source , set the Do not set the volume of the sub woofer to maximum . volume to minimum on the receiver . Extraneous noise may be heard . 1 Turn on the receiver . 2 Press input buttons ( e.g . , DVD ) to select the program source ( e.g . , DVD player ) . 3 Press POWER on the sub woofer . The POWER indicator on the sub woofer lights up . 4 Play the program source . continued US 21 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US03CON_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 22 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 7 : Adjusting the speaker levels and balance — TEST TONE Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position . Use the remote for the operation . Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz . 1 Press ? / 1 to turn on the receiver . 2 Press TEST TONE . “ T . TONE � appears in the display and the test tone is output from each speaker in sequence . Front ( left ) t Center t Front ( right ) t Surround ( right ) t Surround back t Surround ( left ) t Sub woofer 3 Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker . For details on the LEVEL menu settings , see page 36 . Tips • To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time , press MASTER VOL + / – on the remote or turn MASTER VOLUME – / + on the receiver . • The adjusted value are shown in the display during adjustment . 4 Press TEST TONE again after adjustment . The test tone turns off . Notes • ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) The test tone cannot be used when MULTI CH IN function is used . • Although these adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the LEVEL menu ( when the test tone is output , the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically ) , we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote . US 22 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 23 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM To use the headphones Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack . Amplifier Operation • When the headphones are connected , speaker output is automatically canceled and the Selecting the component following indications in the display turn off . Amplifier Model Indications 1 Press input buttons to select the input . HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and SP A and SP B To select the Press HT - 6900DP VCR VIDEO 1 Operation HT - 5950DP SP Satellite tuner VIDEO 2 • When the headphones are connected , you can Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3 select only the following sound fields DVD player DVD ( page 32 ) . MD or tape deck MD / TAPE – HP 2CH ( HEADPHONE 2CH ) Super Audio CD or SA - CD / CD – HP MULTI ( HEADPHONE MULTI ) CD player ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP Built - in tuner ( FM ) FM only ) Built - in tuner ( AM ) AM – HP THEA ( HEADPHONE THEATER ) The selected input appears in the display . 2 Turn on the component and start playback . Note If you select any video components , set the TV’s video input to match the component you selected . 3 Turn MASTER VOLUME – / + to adjust the volume . Note To avoid damaging your speakers , make sure that you turn down the volume before you turn off the receiver . To mute the sound Press MUTING on the remote . The muting function will be canceled when you do the following . • Press MUTING on the remote again . • Turn the power off . • Increase the volume . US 23 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 24 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Listening to multi channel Listening to FM / AM radio sound You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built - in tuner . Before operation , — MULTI CH IN make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver ( see page 14 ) . ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) Tip You can select the audio directly from the The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table . For details on area codes , components connected to the MULTI CH IN see page 3 . jacks . This enables you to enjoy high quality analog inputs such as DVD or Super Audio CD . Area code FM AM When MULTI CH IN is selected , the tone and U , CA 100 kHz 10 kHz * sound field cannot be used . * The AM tuning scale can be changed ( see page 56 ) . Press MULTI CH IN . Press again to cancel the MULTI CH IN function . Automatic tuning Note If you do not know the frequency of the station To optimize the sound balance of this system , we you want , you can let the receiver scan all recommend that you set the speaker configuration of available stations in your area . your DVD or Super Audio CD player as follows : 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM Speaker type Settings band . FRONT SMALL The last received station is tuned in . CENTER SMALL SURROUND / REAR SMALL 2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – . SUB WOOFER YES Press TUNING + to scan from low to high ; press TUNING – to scan from high to low . The receiver stops scanning whenever a When MULTI CHANNEL station is received . DECODING indicator lights up Tip The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator If “ STEREO � flashes in the display and the FM stereo lights up when the receiver is decoding multi reception is poor , press FM MODE to change to channel sources . monaural ( MONO ) . You will not be able to enjoy the stereo effect , but the sound will be less distorted . To However , this indicator does not light up if you return to stereo mode , press FM MODE again . select 2CH STEREO mode . US 24 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 25 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Direct tuning Presetting radio stations You can enter the frequency of the station you You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations . want directly . Use the remote for the operation . Then you can easily tune in the stations you Amplifier 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the often listen to . FM or AM band . The last received station is tuned in . Presetting radio stations Tip Operation You can also use FM or AM on the receiver . 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band . 2 Press D.TUNING . The last received station is tuned in . 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the 2 Tune in the station that you want to frequency . preset using Automatic Tuning Example 1 : FM 102.50 MHz ( page 24 ) or Direct Tuning ( page 25 ) . Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0 3 Press MEMORY . Example 2 : AM 1,350 kHz “ MEMORY � appears in the display for a Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0 few seconds . Do steps 4 to 5 before the ( You do not have to enter the last “ 0 � when display goes out . the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz . ) If you have tuned in an AM station , adjust 4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET the direction of the AM loop antenna for TUNING – repeatedly to select a preset optimum reception . station number . Each time you press the button , you can If you cannot tune in a station select the preset station number as follows : and the entered numbers flash tA1yA2y . . . yA0yB1yB2y . . . yB0T Make sure you have entered the right frequency . If not , repeat steps 2 and 3 . If the entered tC0y . . . yC2yC1T numbers still flash , the frequency is not used in your area . If “ MEMORY � goes out before you select the preset station number , start again from step 3 . Tip You can also use the remote to select a preset station number . Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a memory page ( A , B or C ) and then press the numeric buttons to select a preset number . 5 Press MEMORY again . The station is stored to the selected preset number . If “ MEMORY � goes out before you press MEMORY , start again from step 3 . 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station . continued US 25 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 26 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Tuning to preset stations Changing the display 1 Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band . Changing the information in The last received station is tuned in . the display 2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET You can check the sound field etc . by changing TUNING – repeatedly to select the the information in the display . preset station you want . Each time you press the button , you can Press DISPLAY repeatedly . select the preset station as follows : Each time you press DISPLAY , the display will change cyclically as follows . tA1yA2y . . . yA0yB1yB2y . . . yB0T * Index name of the input t Selected input t Sound field currently applied tC0y . . . yC2yC1T When the tuner is selected Using the remote Preset station name * t Frequency t Sound field currently applied 1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or * Index name appears only when you have assigned AM band . one to the input or preset station ( page 40 ) . Index 2 Press PRESET / CH / D.SKIP + / – repeatedly name does not appear when only blank spaces have to select the preset station you want . been entered , or it is the same as the input name . To select the preset station Adjusting the brightness of directly the display Press the numeric buttons on the remote . The preset station of the selected number in the Press DIMMER repeatedly . current memory page is tuned in . Press SHIFT The brightness of the display will change in 3 repeatedly on the remote to change the memory steps . page . US 26 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 27 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM About the indications in the display 1 2 3 * 4 5 6 7 Amplifier ; ; DIGITAL EX DTS - ES NEO : 6 LFE PRO LOGIC IIx SP A MEMORY SW STEREO MONO SLEEP OPT COAX 96 / 24 D.RANGE SP B L C R Operation SL S SR 9 8 qa q ; qs SB qd A SW : Lights up when the audio signal is output F DTS - ES 96 / 24 : “ DTS � lights up when DTS from the SUB WOOFER jack . signals are input . “ DTS - ES � lights up when DTS - ES signals are input . “ DTS 96 / 24 � lights B LFE : Lights up when the disc being played up when the receiver is decoding DTS 96 kHz / back contains the LFE ( Low Frequency 24 bit signals . Effect ) channel and the LFE channel signal is Note actually being reproduced . When playing a DTS format disc , be sure that you C SP A / SP B * : Lights up in accordance with have made digital connections and that INPUT the speaker system being used ( A or B ) . Turns MODE is not set to “ ANALOG � ( page 35 ) . off when speaker output is turned off or when G NEO : 6 : Lights up when DTS Neo : 6 Cinema / headphones are connected . Music mode decoding is activated . * For HT - 5950DP , “ SP � lights up in the display . H Tuner indicators : Lights up when using the D ; DIGITAL EX : “ ; DIGITAL � lights up receiver to tune in radio stations , etc . See when the receiver is decoding signals recorded pages 24 – 26 for tuner operations . in the Dolby Digital format . I D.RANGE : Lights up when dynamic range “ ; DIGITAL EX � lights up when the compression is activated ( page 36 ) . receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital EX format . J COAX : Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the Note COAXIAL terminal or when INPUT MODE When playing a Dolby Digital format disc , be is set to “ COAX IN � ( page 35 ) . sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to “ ANALOG � K OPT : Lights up when the source signal is a ( page 35 ) . digital signal being input through the E ; PRO LOGIC IIx : “ ; PRO LOGIC � OPTICAL terminal or when INPUT MODE is lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic set to “ OPT IN � ( page 35 ) . processing to 2 channel signals in order to L SLEEP : Lights up when sleep timer is output the center and surround channel activated . signals . “ ; PRO LOGIC II � lights up when the Pro Logic II Movie / Music / Game decoder is activated . “ ; PRO LOGIC IIx � lights up when the Pro Logic IIx Movie / Music / Game decoder is activated . Note Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz . continued US 27 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US04BSC_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 28 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM M Playback channel indicators : The letters ( L , C , R , etc . ) indicate the channels being played back . The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound . L ( Front Left ) , R ( Front Right ) , C ( Center ( monaural ) ) , SL ( Surround Left ) , SR ( Surround Right ) , S ( Surround ( monaural or the surround components obtained by Pro Logic processing ) ) , SB ( Surround Back ( the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding ) ) Example : Recording format ( Front / Surround ) : 3 / 2 Sound Field : A.F.D . AUTO L C R SL SR US 28 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 29 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Enjoying higher fidelity Enjoying Surround Sound sound Using only the front — AUTO FORMAT DIRECT speakers and sub woofer The Auto Format Direct ( A.F.D . ) mode allows — 2CH STEREO you to select the decoding mode you want for Enjoying your audio sound . In this mode , the receiver outputs the sound A.F.D . mode Decoding mode from the front left / right speakers and sub ( Display ) woofer . Surround A.F.D . AUTO As encoded When multi channel surround formats are input , ( A.F.D . AUTO ) the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with PRO LOGIC Dolby Pro Logic bass frequencies being output from the sub ( DOLBY PL ) woofer . Sound PRO LOGIC II MOVIE Dolby Pro Logic II When standard 2 channel stereo sources are ( PLII MV ) input , the receiver’s bass redirection circuitry PRO LOGIC II MUSIC will be activated . The front channel bass ( PLII MS ) frequencies will be output from the sub woofer . PRO LOGIC II GAME Press 2CH . ( PLII GM ) “ 2CH ST . � appears in the display and the PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE Dolby Pro Logic IIx receiver switches to the 2CH STEREO mode . ( PLIIX MV ) PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC ( PLIIX MS ) PRO LOGIC IIx GAME ( PLIIX GM ) Neo : 6 Cinema DTS Neo : 6 ( NEO6 CIN ) Neo : 6 Music ( NEO6 MUS ) MULTI STEREO ( MULTI ST . ) continued US 29 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 30 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM x PLII MV ( PRO LOGIC II MOVIE ) Decoding the input audio Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding . signal automatically This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround . In addition , this mode can reproduce sound In this mode , the receiver automatically detects in 5.1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or the type of audio signal being input ( Dolby old movies . Digital , DTS , standard 2 channel stereo , etc . ) x PLII MS ( PRO LOGIC II MUSIC ) and performs the proper decoding if necessary . Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding . This mode presents the sound as it was recorded / This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as encoded , without adding any surround effects . CDs . However , if there are no low frequency signals x PLII GM ( PRO LOGIC II GAME ) ( Dolby Digital LFE , etc . ) it will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer . Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode decoding . This setting is ideal for video game softwares . Press A.F.D . repeatedly to select “ A.F.D . AUTO � . x PLIIX MV ( PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE ) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode decoding . The receiver automatically detects the type of This setting expands Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or audio signal being input and performs the proper Dolby Digital 5.1 to discrete 6.1 movie channels . decoding if necessary . x PLIIX MS ( PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC ) Tip Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode decoding . In most cases , “ A.F.D . AUTO � provides the most This setting shares hard “ back � effects across all appropriate decoding . You may want to use SURR surround speakers . BACK DECODING ( page 33 ) to match the input stream to the mode you prefer . x PLIIX GM ( PRO LOGIC IIx GAME ) Performs Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game mode decoding . This setting delivers full - impact special effect signals Enjoying stereo sound in multi panned to the surround speakers . channel ( 2 channel decoding Note mode ) Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling This mode lets you specify the type of decoding frequency of more than 48 kHz . for 2 channel audio sources . This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels x NEO6 CIN ( Neo : 6 Cinema ) through Dolby Pro Logic II ; 6 channels through Performs DTS Neo : 6 Cinema mode decoding . Dolby Pro Logic IIx ; 6 channels through DTS x NEO6 MUS ( Neo : 6 Music ) Neo : 6 or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic . Performs DTS Neo : 6 Music mode decoding . This However , DTS 2CH sources are not decoded by setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs . DTS Neo : 6 ; they are output in 2 channels . x MULTI ST . ( MULTI STEREO ) Press A.F.D . repeatedly to select the 2 Outputs the 2 channel left / right signals from all channel decoding mode . speakers . The selected type of decoding appears in the display . x DOLBY PL ( PRO LOGIC ) Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding . The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4.1 channels . US 30 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 31 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM x C.ST.EX C ( CINEMA STUDIO EX C ) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Selecting a sound field Pictures Entertainment scoring stage . This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra You can take advantage of surround sound music is featured in the soundtrack . simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre - programmed sound fields . They bring the About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for and concert halls into your home . Enjoying watching motion picture DVDs ( etc . ) , with multi channel surround effects . You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Selecting a sound field for Pictures Entertainment’s dubbing studio in your movies Surround home . Press MOVIE repeatedly to select the The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of sound field you want . the following three elements . The selected sound field appears in the display . • Virtual Multi Dimension Sound Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single Sound field Display pair of actual surround speakers . CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS C.ST.EX A • Screen Depth Matching CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS C.ST.EX B Creates the sensation that the sound is coming CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS C.ST.EX C from inside the screen like in theaters . • Cinema Studio Reverberation About DCS ( Digital Cinema Reproduces the type of reverberation found in Sound ) theaters . Sound fields with DCSmarks use DCS The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate technology . these three elements simultaneously . DCS is the concept name of the surround Notes technology for home theater developed by Sony . • The effects provided by the virtual speakers may DCS uses the DSP ( Digital Signal Processor ) cause increased noise in the playback signal . technology to reproduce the sound • When listening with sound fields that employ the characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio virtual speakers , you will not be able to hear any in Hollywood . sound coming directly from the surround speakers . When played at home , DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director . x C.ST.EX A ( CINEMA STUDIO EX A ) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “ Cary Grant Theater � cinema production studio . This is a standard mode , great for watching most any type of movies . x C.ST.EX B ( CINEMA STUDIO EX B ) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “ Kim Novak Theater � cinema production studio . This mode is ideal for watching science - fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects . continued US 31 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 32 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Tips Selecting a sound field for • The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected ( Sound Field music Link ) . For example , if you select HALL for the Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the SA - CD / CD input , then change to a different input sound field you want . and then return to SA - CD / CD , HALL will automatically be applied again . The selected sound field appears in the display . • You can identify the encoding format of DVD Sound field Display software , etc . by looking at the logo on the package . – : Dolby Digital discs HALL HALL – : Dolby Surround encoded JAZZ CLUB JAZZ programs LIVE CONCERT CONCERT – : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs x HALL Note Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall . Sound fields do not function for the signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz . x JAZZ ( JAZZ CLUB ) Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club . x CONCERT ( LIVE CONCERT ) Reproduces the acoustics of a 300 - seat live house . When the headphones are connected You can select only from the following sound fields . x HP 2CH ( HEADPHONE 2CH ) Outputs the sound in 2 channel ( stereo ) . Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels . x HP MULTI ( HEADPHONE MULTI ) ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) Outputs the front analog signal from MULTI CH IN jacks . x HP THEA ( HEADPHONE THEATER ) DCS Allows you to experience a theater - like environment while listening through a pair of headphones . Note If you connect a pair of headphones while a sound field is operating , the system will automatically switch to HEADPHONE 2CH if using a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D . button , or to HEADPHONE THEATER if using a sound field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button . To turn off the surround effect Press 2CH to select “ 2CH ST . � or press A.F.D . repeatedly to select “ A.F.D . AUTO � . US 32 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 33 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Selecting the surround back decoding mode — SURR BACK DECODING This function lets you select the decoding mode for the surround back signals of the multi Enjoying channel input stream . By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software ( etc . ) recorded in Dolby Digital EX , Surround DTS - ES Matrix , DTS - ES Discrete 6.1 , etc . format , you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers . Press SURR BACK DECODING repeatedly Sound to select the surround back decoding mode . “ SB XXXX � appears in the display . For details , see “ How to select the surround back decoding mode � on page 34 . Tip You can select the surround back decoding mode using “ SB XXXX � in the CUSTOMIZE menu ( page 38 ) . Note You can select the surround back decoding mode only when you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D . button except for the Dolby Pro Logic IIx mode . continued US 33 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US05SND_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 34 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM How to select the surround back decoding mode You can select the surround back decoding mode you want according to the input stream . When you select “ SB AUTO � a ) When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flag , the appropriate decoder is applied to decode the surround back signal . Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder Dolby Digital 5.1 5.1 — b ) Dolby Digital EX 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 5.1 — c ) DTS - ES Matrix 6.1 6.1 DTS Matrix decoder d ) DTS - ES Discrete 6.1 6.1 DTS Discrete decoder When you select “ SB ON � Dolby Digital EX is applied to decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode a ) flag in the input stream . This decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX and functions the same as the e ) used in movie theaters . decoders Input stream Output channel Applied surround back decoder Dolby Digital 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX b ) Dolby Digital EX 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX c ) DTS - ES Matrix 6.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX d ) DTS - ES Discrete 6.1 6.1 Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX When you select “ SB OFF � Surround back decoding is not performed . a ) 6.1 channel decode flag is the information recorded in software like DVDs . b ) Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag . The Dolby Corporation web page can help you distinguish Surround EX films . c ) Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both Surround EX and 5.1 channel signals . d ) Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to 6.1 discrete channels . Discrete 6.1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters . e ) This decoder can be used for all 6.1 formats ( Dolby Digital EX , DTS - ES Matrix 6.1 , DTS - ES Discrete 6.1 ) . Note There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode . Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos . In this case , select “ SB ON � . US 34 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US06ADV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 35 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Switching the audio input Advanced Adjustments and Settings mode for digital Assigning the component components video input — INPUT MODE — COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT You can switch the audio input mode for ASSIGN components which have digital audio input You can assign a component video input for jacks . Advanced another visual input . 1 Press input buttons to select the input . 1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to “ CUSTOM � . select the audio input mode . Adjustments 2 Press or repeatedly to select The selected audio input mode appears in “ COMP . V . A . � . the display . 3 Press ENTER . Audio input modes 4 Press or repeatedly to select the • AUTO IN component video input you want to and Gives priority to digital signals when there are assign . both digital and analog connections . If there Settings 5 Press + or – repeatedly to select the are no digital signals , analog is selected . input you want to assign the • COAX IN component video input jacks selected Specifies the digital audio signals input to the in step 4 . DIGITAL COAXIAL input jack . The input you can assign varies for each • OPTIN component video input . For details , see Specifies the digital audio signals input to the “ Selectable component video inputs for DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks . each input � . • ANALOG 6 Press ENTER . Specifies the analog audio signals input to the AUDIO IN ( L / R ) jacks . Selectable component video Notes inputs for each input • When signals with a sampling frequency of more The initial settings are underlined . than 48 kHz is input , the tone and sound field cannot be used . VIDEO 2 • Some audio input modes may be dimmed depending VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , VIDEO 3 on the input . This means that the selected input is DVD unavailable . VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 3 , DVD Note You cannot assign a visual input to more than one component video input . US 35 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US06ADV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 36 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM x CTR XXX dB ( Center speaker level ) Customizing sound fields x SUR.L . XXX dB By adjusting the LEVEL menu , you can ( Surround speaker ( left ) level ) customize the sound fields to suit your particular x SUR.R . XXX dB listening situation . ( Surround speaker ( right ) level ) Note on the displayed items x SB XXX dB The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary ( Surround back speaker level ) depending on the sound field . Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the display . This means that the x S.W . XXX dB selected parameter is either unavailable or fixed and ( Sub woofer level ) unchangeable . Initial setting : 0 dB You can adjust from – 10 dB to + 10 dB in 1 dB steps . Adjusting the LEVEL menu D.RANGE x COMP . XXX ( Dynamic range compressor ) You can adjust the balance and level of each Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound speaker . These settings are applied to all sound track . This may be useful when you want to watch fields except for effect level parameter . The movies at low volumes late at night . effect level parameter settings are stored • OFF individually for each sound field . The dynamic range is not compressed . 1 Start playing a source encoded with • STD multi channel surround effects ( DVD , The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the etc . ) . recording engineer . • MAX 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select The dynamic range is compressed dramatically . “ LEVEL � . Tip 3 Press or repeatedly to select the Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the parameter you want to adjust . dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic For details , see “ LEVEL menu parameters � range information included in the Dolby Digital signal . below . “ STD � is the standard setting , but it only enacts light compression . Therefore , we recommend using the 4 While monitoring the sound , press + or “ MAX � setting . This greatly compresses the dynamic – repeatedly to select the setting you range and lets you view movies late at night at low want . volumes . Unlike analog limiters , the levels are The setting is entered automatically . predetermined and provide a very natural compression . 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other Note parameters . Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby Digital sources only . LEVEL menu parameters x EFCT . XXX ( Effect level ) The initial setting is underlined . Initial setting : STD L R x BAL . L / R XX Lets you adjust the “ presence � of the surround effect in ( Front speaker balance ) 3 levels – MIN ( minimum effect ) , STD ( standard Initial setting : BALANCE ( 0 ) effect ) and MAX ( maximum effect ) . Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right Note speakers . You can adjust in the range of BAL . L ( + 1 to This parameter is valid only when you use a sound + 8 ) , BALANCE ( 0 ) , BAL . R ( + 1 to + 8 ) in 17 steps . field selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC buttons . US 36 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US06ADV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 37 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Resetting sound fields to the Adjusting the tone initial settings You can adjust the tonal quality ( bass , treble Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation . level ) of the front speakers using the TONE 1 Press ? / 1 to turn off the power . menu . 2 While holding down 2CH , press 1 Start playing a source encoded with ? / 1 . multi channel surround effects ( DVD , “ SF . CLR . � appears in the display and all etc . ) . sound fields are reset to the initial setting . 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select Advanced “ TONE � . 3 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust . For details , see “ TONE menu parameters � Adjustments below . 4 While monitoring the sound , press + or – repeatedly to select the setting you want . and The setting is entered automatically . 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other Settings items . Note You cannot adjust the tone when the receiver is decoding signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz , or when DTS 96 / 24 , DTS - ES Matrix or DTS Neo : 6 decoding is applied . TONE menu parameters x BASS XX dB ( Front speaker bass level ) x TREB . XX dB ( Front speaker treble level ) Initial setting : 0 dB You can adjust from – 6 dB to + 6 dB in 1 dB steps . US 37 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US06ADV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 38 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM x SB XXXX ( Surround back decoding mode ) Advanced settings You can also press SURR BACK DECODING to set the surround back decoding mode ( page 33 ) . Using the CUSTOMIZE menu For details on each decoding mode , see page 34 . • OFF to adjust the receiver • AUTO You can adjust various receiver settings using • ON the CUSTOMIZE menu . Note 1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select You can select the surround back decoding mode only “ CUSTOM � . when you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D . button except for the Dolby Pro Logic IIx mode . 2 Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust . x A.V.SYNC . X ( Time alignment ) For details , see “ CUSTOMIZE menu • Y ( Yes ) ( Delay time : 68 ms ) parameters � below . The audio output is delayed so that the time gap 3 Press + or – repeatedly to select the between the audio output and visual display is setting you want . minimized . The setting is entered automatically . ( Delay time : 0 ms ) • N ( No ) The audio output is not delayed . 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items . Notes • This parameter is useful when you use a large LCD CUSTOMIZE menu parameters or plasma monitor or a projection TV . The initial settings are underlined . • This parameter is valid only when you use a sound field selected with the 2CH or A.F.D . buttons . DTS 96 / 24 x 96 XXXX • The parameter is not valid when PCM 96 kHz , DTS ( DTS 96 / 24 decoding mode ) 96 / 24 or DTS 2048 signals are input or when the • AUTO receiver is performing DTS - ES Matrix 6.1 decoding . When a DTS 96 / 24 signal is input , it is played back x DEC . XXXX at 96 kHz sampling frequencies . ( Digital audio input decoding priority ) • OFF Lets you specify the input mode for the digital signal Even when a DTS 96 / 24 signal is input , it is played input to the DIGITAL IN jacks . back at 48 kHz sampling frequencies . The initial setting is “ DEC . AUTO � for VIDEO 2 and Notes “ DEC . PCM � for DVD and SA - CD / CD . • This parameter is valid only in the A.F.D . mode • AUTO ( page 29 ) . In other sound fields , this parameter is Automatically switches the input mode between always set to “ 96 OFF � . DTS , Dolby Digital , or PCM . • DTS 96 / 24 decoding is only valid in the A.F.D . mode • PCM ( page 29 ) . When the system is set to other sound PCM signals are given priority ( to prevent the fields , standard 48 kHz decoding is used . interruption when playback starts ) . Even when other signals are input , the sound is output . However , this receiver cannot decode DTS - CD when set to “ DEC . PCM � . Note When set to “ DEC . AUTO � and the sound from the digital audio jacks ( for CD , etc . ) is interrupted when playback starts , set to “ DEC . PCM � . US 38 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US06ADV_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 39 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM x DUAL XXX ( 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 . • 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 speaker simultaneously . • M ( Main ) Advanced Sound of the main language will be output . • S ( Sub ) Sound of the sub language will be output . • M + S ( Main + Sub ) Adjustments Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output . x COMP . V . A . ( Component video input assignment ) Lets you assign the component video input to another visual input . For details , see “ Assigning the component and video input � on page 35 . Settings x NAME IN ( Naming preset stations and inputs ) Lets you set the name of preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons . For details , see “ Naming preset stations and inputs � on page 40 . US 39 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US070TH_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 40 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Using the Sleep Timer Other Operations You can set the receiver to turn off automatically Naming preset stations at a specified time . and inputs Using the remote 1 Press ALT to light up the button . You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with input 2 Press SLEEP repeatedly while the buttons , and display it in the receiver’s display . power is on . Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation . ( HT - 5950DP only ) 1 To index a preset station Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on . Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band , then tune in the preset station Each time you press SLEEP , the display changes you want to create an index name for cyclically as follows : ( page 26 ) . 2 - 00 - 00 t 1 - 30 - 00 t 1 - 00 - 00 t 0 - 30 - 00 t OFF To index an input While using Sleep Timer , “ SLEEP � lights up in Press the input button to select the the display . input you want to create an index name Tip for . To check the remaining time before the receiver turns 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select off , press SLEEP on the receiver ( HT - 5950DP only ) or “ CUSTOM � . use the remote by pressing ALT to light up the button , then press SLEEP . The remaining time appears in the 3 Press or repeatedly to select display . If you press SLEEP again , the sleep timer will “ NAME IN � . be canceled . 4 Press ENTER . The cursor flashes and you can select a character . 5 Use or and + or – to create an index name . Press + or – repeatedly to select a character , then press > to move the cursor to the next position . Tips • You can select the character type as follows by pressing + or – repeatedly . Alphabet ( upper case ) t Numbers t Symbols • To enter a blank space , press + or – repeatedly until a blank space appears in the display . • If you made a mistake , press < or > repeatedly until the character you want to change flashes , then press + or – repeatedly to select the correct character . 6 Press ENTER to store the index name . US 40 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US070TH_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 41 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Selecting the speaker Recording system Before you begin , make sure you have connected all components properly . You can select the front speaker system you want to use by pressing the following button . Recording on an audio tape or The selected speaker system appears in the MiniDisc display . Model Button Indications You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc HT - 9950M , SPEAKERS SP A using the receiver . See the operating instructions HT - 9900M and ( OFF / A / B / A + B ) SP B of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need HT - 6900DP help . Other HT - 5950DP SPEAKERS SP 1 Select the component to be recorded . ( ON / OFF ) 2 Prepare the component for playing . Operations To turn off the speaker output , press the button For example , insert a CD into the CD repeatedly until the indications in the display player . turn off . 3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the The speaker system recording deck and adjust the ( HT - 5950DP only ) recording level , if necessary . • SP 4 Start recording on the recording deck , The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS then start playback on the playback FRONT terminals . component . ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and Notes HT - 6900DP only ) • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output • SPA from the MD / TAPE OUT jacks . The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS • The analog audio signals of the current input is output from the MD / TAPE OUT jacks . FRONT A terminals . • ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) • SPB The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not The speakers connected to the SPEAKERS output from the MD / TAPE OUT jacks even when FRONT B terminals . MULTI CH IN is being used . The analog audio • SP A and SP B signals of the current or previously used input are The speakers connected to both the output . SPEAKERS FRONT A and B terminals ( parallel connection ) . continued US 41 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US070TH_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 42 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Recording on a video tape You can record from a VCR , a TV or a DVD player using the receiver . You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape . See the operating instructions of your VCR or DVD player if you need help . 1 Select the program source to be recorded . 2 Prepare the component for playing . For example , insert a video tape you want to record into VCR . 3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR ( VIDEO 1 ) for recording . 4 Start recording on the recording VCR , then start playing the video tape or DVD you want to record . Tip You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or DVD . Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source , select the program source , then start playback . The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium . To resume audio recording from the original medium , select the video source again . Notes • You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks . • Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD inputs . Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections . • The analog audio signals of the current input are output from the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks . • ( HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only ) The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used . The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output . US 42 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 43 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Operations Using the Remote RM - AAP001 You can use the remote RM - AAP001 to operate the components in your system . Remote button description Before you use your ? / 1 TV ? / 1 AV ? / 1 remote ef 1 P RM SET UP ed 2 SLEEP SYSTEM STANDBY Inserting batteries into the VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 DVD 3 es remote AV1 AV2 ea 4 SA - CD / CD TUNER AUX MD / TAPE Insert R6 ( size - AA ) batteries with the + and – e ; 5 Operations properly oriented in the battery compartment . MULTI CH 6 wl When using the remote , point it at the remote wk sensor on the receiver . 2CH A.F.D . MOVIE MUSIC wj 1 2 3 DUAL SB MONO DECODING Using wh 7 4 5 6 JUMP / IPRESET / P AUDIO ANGLE TIME CH / D.SK 7 8 9 wg the SUBTITLE ENTER > . 8 0 / 10 > 10 / 11 12 wf SHIFT D.TUNING DISC ALT Remote - m M wd 9 ANT CLEAR SEARCH MODE ws wa * X x H q ; RM - AAP001 w ; MUTING TOP MENU / Tip AV MENU GUIDE Under normal conditions , the batteries should last for ql MASTER qa V about 6 months . When the remote no longer operates VOL the receiver , replace all batteries with new ones . B b ENTER * qk Notes v O • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid DISPLAY RETURN / EXIT place . TV / MAIN qj TV VOL TV CH VIDEO MENU • Do not use a new battery with an old one . qh TEST • Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or * qs WIDE TONE lighting apparatuses . Doing so may cause a qg malfunction . * qd qf • If you don’t use the remote for an extended period of time , remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion . * The H , TV VOL + , TV CH + and MASTER VOL + buttons have a tactile dot . Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the receiver and other audio / video components . continued US 43 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 44 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM The tables below show the settings of each Remote Operations Function button . Button CLEAR 9 CD player / Clears a mistake when Remote Operations Function DVD player / you press the incorrect Button Blu - ray disc numeric buttons or A.F.D . 7 Receiver Selects the decoding recorder / PSX / returns to continuos mode for audio sound . Satellite tuner playback etc . ALT wd Remote When ALT button DISC ws CD player / Selects a disc directly lights up , it changes the VCD player ( multi - disc changer remote key function to only ) . activate those buttons DISPLAY TV / VCR / Selects information with orange printing . qa VCD player / displayed on the TV ANGLE DVD player / Selects viewing angle LD player / screen . 7 Blu - ray disc or changes the angles . DVD player / recorder Receiver / ANT 9 VCR / Selects output signal CD player / Satellite tuner from the antenna MD deck / terminal : TV signal or Blu - ray disc VCR program . recorder / AUDIO TV / VCR / Changes the sound to Hard disc 7 DVD player / Multiplex , Bilingual or recorder / PSX / Satellite tuner / Multi channel TV Satellite tuner Blu - ray disc Sound . D.TUNING Receiver Enters direct tuning recorder / 9 mode . Hard disc DUAL Receiver Selects the language recorder / PSX MONO 7 you want during AUX e ; Receiver To listen to an audio digital broadcast . equipment . DVD es Receiver To watch DVD . AV MENU VCR / Displays menu . ENTER wf TV / VCR / After selecting a qa Satellite tuner / Satellite tuner / channel , disc or track DVD player / LD player / using the numeric Blu - ray disc MD deck / buttons , press to enter recorder / DAT deck / the value . Hard disc Tape deck / recorder / PSX Blu - ray disc AV1 3 and Remote Selects the command recorder / AV2 4 mode of the remote . Hard disc AV ? / 1 TV / VCR / Turns the audio and recorder / PSX ed CD player / video components on or ENTER qa Receiver / Enters the selection . VCD player / off . VCR / LD player / Satellite tuner / DVD player / DVD player MD deck / JUMP / TIME Satellite tuner / Toggles between the DAT deck / 7 TV / previous and the Blu - ray disc Blu - ray disc current channels . recorder / recorder Hard disc CD player / Shows the time or recorder / PSX / MD deck / displays the playing Satellite tuner VCD player / time of disc , etc . DVD player MAIN Receiver Selects the menu of MENU qh the receiver . US 44 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 45 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Remote Operations Function Remote Operations Function Button Button MASTER Receiver Adjusts the master SLEEP ef Receiver Activates the sleep VOL + / – volume of the function and the qk receiver . duration which the receiver turns off MD / TAPE Receiver To listen to Minidisc automatically . 5 or audio tape . SUBTITLE DVD player Changes the subtitles . MOVIE 7 Receiver Selects the pre - 8 programmed sound fields for movie . SYSTEM Receiver / Turns off the receiver STANDBY TV / VCR / and other Sony audio / MULTI CH Receiver Selects MULTI CH ( Press AV Satellite tuner / video components . wk IN source . ? / 1 ed and CD player / MUSIC wj Receiver Selects the pre - ? / 1 ef at VCD player / programmed sound the same LD player / fields for music . time ) DVD player / MUTING ql Receiver Mutes the sound from MD deck / Operations the receiver . DAT deck PRESET / Receiver Selects preset TEST Receiver Outputs test tone . CH / stations . TONE qg D.SKIP + / – TV / VCR / Selects preset TOP MENU / DVD player Displays DVD title . wg Satellite tuner / channels . Using GUIDE qa Satellite tuner / Displays guide menu . Blu - ray disc Blu - ray disc recorder / recorder / Hard disc the Hard disc recorder recorder / PSX Remote CD player / Skips discs ( multi - TUNER wl Receiver To listen to radio VCD player / disc changer only ) . programs . DVD player / TV CH + / – TV Selects preset TV MD deck / RM - AAP001 qd channels . LD player TV / VIDEO TV Selects input signal : RETURN / VCD player / Returns to the qj TV input or video EXIT qa LD player / previous menu . input . DVD player TV VOL TV Adjusts the volume of Satellite tuner Exits the menu . + / – qs the TV . RM SET UP Remote To set up the remote . TV ? / 1 1 TV Turns the TV on or 2 off . SA - CD / CD Receiver To listen to Super VIDEO1 3 Receiver To watch VCR . 6 Audio CD or compact ( VTR mode 3 ) disc . VIDEO2 4 Receiver To watch VCR . SB Receiver Selects the surround ( VTR mode 1 ) DECODING back decoding modes . wh VIDEO3 ea Receiver To watch VCR . ( VTR mode 2 ) SEARCH DVD player Selects searching MODE ws mode . Press to select WIDE qf TV Selects the wide the unit for search picture mode . ( track , index , etc . ) SHIFT 9 Receiver Selects a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations . continued US 45 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 46 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Remote Operations Function Remote Operations Function Button Button 1 - 9 7 and Receiver Use with SHIFT to m / M CD player / Searches tracks in the 0 / 10 8 preset radio station or 9 VCD player / forward or backward tuning to preset DVD player / direction . stations and with LD player / D.TUNING for direct MD deck / tuning . Blu - ray disc recorder / CD player / Selects track Hard disc VCD player / numbers . recorder / PSX LD player / 0 / 10 selects track 10 . DVD player / VCR / Fastforwards or MD deck / DAT deck / rewinds . DAT deck / Tape deck Tape deck N q ; VCR / Starts playback . Selects channel TV / VCR / CD player / Satellite tuner / numbers . VCD player / Blu - ray disc LD player / recorder / DVD player / Hard disc MD deck / recorder / PSX DAT deck / Tape deck / 2CH 7 Receiver Selects 2CH Blu - ray disc STEREO mode . recorder / Selects track numbers > 10 / 11 8 CD player / Hard disc over 10 . VCD player / recorder / PSX LD player / X w ; VCR / Pauses playback or MD deck / CD player / recording . ( Also starts Tape deck / VCD player / recording with TV / VCR / LD player / components in Blu - ray disc DVD player / recording standby . ) recorder / MD deck / Hard disc DAT deck / recorder / PSX / Tape deck / Satellite tuner Blu - ray disc Selects the channel - / - - ws TV / recorder / entry mode , either one Blu - ray disc Hard disc or two digit . recorder / recorder / PSX Hard disc x wa VCR / Stops playback . recorder / PSX / CD player / Satellite tuner VCD player / ? / 1 ef Receiver Turns the receiver on LD player / or off . DVD player / . / > VCR / Skips tracks . MD deck / 8 CD player / DAT deck / VCD player / Tape deck / LD player / Blu - ray disc DVD player / recorder / MD deck / Hard disc DAT deck / recorder / PSX Tape deck / Blu - ray disc recorder / Hard disc recorder / PSX US 46 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 47 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Remote Operations Function Button Selecting the command O qa VCD player / Returns to the mode of the remote LD player / previous menu or DVD player / exits the menu . Blu - ray disc Set the remote command mode using the recorder / RM SET UP button and the remote command Hard disc mode buttons . recorder / PSX / Satellite tuner Selecting the command mode V / v qa Receiver Selects a menu item . You can switch the command mode ( AV1 and B / b qa Receiver Adjusts or changes AV2 ) of the remote . If the command mode of the the setting . receiver and the remote is different , you cannot Selects a menu item . V / v / B / b qa VCR / use the remote to operate the receiver . To DVD player / change the command mode of the receiver , see Blu - ray disc page 54 . recorder / Operations Press AV1 ( or AV2 ) while holding down Hard disc recorder / PSX / RM SET UP . Satellite tuner The indicator flashes once ( twice for AV2 ) , then the command mode switches . Notes Using • The AUX , MULTI CH * and 12 buttons on the To check the command mode of remote are not available for receiver operation . the remote • Some functions explained in this section may not the Press RM SET UP . You can check the remote by work depending on the model . the indicator . Remote • The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only . Therefore , depending on the Mode Indicator flashes component the above operation may not be possible AV1 once or may operate differently than described . RM - AAP001 AV2 twice • When you press input buttons ( VIDEO1 , VIDEO2 , VIDEO3 or DVD ) , the input mode of the TV might To reset the remote to factory not switch to the corresponding input mode that you want . In this case , press TV / VIDEO button to switch settings the input mode of the TV . Press ? / 1 , AV ? / 1 and MASTER VOL – at • To activate the buttons with orange printing , press the same time . ALT first before pressing the buttons . The indicator flashes 3 times , then goes off . * HT - 5950DP only US 47 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 48 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM To cancel programming Programming the remote Press RM SET UP during any step . The remote automatically exits the programming mode . You can program the remote to control non - To activate the input after Sony components by changing the code . Once programming the control signals have been memorized , you can use those components as part of your Press the programmed button to activate the system . input you want . Furthermore , you can also program the remote If programming is unsuccessful , for Sony components that the remote is unable to check the following : control . Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared wireless control • If the indicator does not light up in step 1 , the signals . batteries are weak . Replace both batteries . • If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick 1 Press AV ? / 1 while holding down succession while entering the numeric code , RM SET UP . an error has occurred . Start again from step 1 . The indicator lights up . Notes 2 Press the input button ( including TV • The indicator turns off while a valid button is ? / 1 ) for the component you want to pressed . control . • In step 2 , if several input buttons are pressed , only the For example , if you are going to control a last pressed button is valid . CD player , press SA - CD / CD . • In step 2 , if you press TV ? / 1 , only TV VOL + / – , TV CH + / – , TV / VIDEO and WIDE buttons are 3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the reprogrammed . numeric code ( or one of the codes if • In step 3 , if an input button is pressed , the new input more than one code exists ) is selected and the programming procedure returns to corresponding to the component and the beginning of step 3 . the maker of the component you want • For the numeric codes , only the first three numbers to control . entered are valid . See the tables on pages 49 – 51 for information on the numeric code ( s ) To clear the memory of the corresponding to the component and the remote maker of the component ( the first digit and To clear all programmed and learned signals , do the last two digits of the numeric code the following to reset the remote to factory correspond to the category and the maker’s settings . code respectively ) . Press ? / 1 , AV ? / 1 and MASTER VOL – at 4 Press ENTER . the same time . Once the numeric code has been verified , The indicator flashes 3 times , then goes off . the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the programming mode . 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other components . US 48 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 49 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM The numeric codes To control a DAT deck corresponding to the component Maker Code ( s ) and the maker of the component SONY 203 PIONEER 219 Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non - Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable To control an MD deck to control . Since the remote signal that a Maker Code ( s ) component accepts differs depending on the SONY 301 model and year of the component , more than one DENON 302 numeric code may be assigned to a component . JVC 303 If you fail to program your remote using one of KENWOOD 304 the codes , try using other codes . Notes To control a tape deck • The numeric codes are based on the latest information available for each brand . There is a Maker Code ( s ) Operations chance , however , that your component will not SONY 201 , 202 respond to some or all of the codes . DENON 204 , 205 • All of the input buttons on this remote may not be KENWOOD 206 , 207 , 208 , 209 available when used with your particular component . NAKAMICHI 210 To control a CD player Using PANASONIC 216 Maker Code ( s ) PHILIPS 211 , 212 SONY 101 , 102 , 103 the PIONEER 213 , 214 DENON 104 , 123 TECHNICS 215 , 216 Remote JVC 105 , 106 , 107 YAMAHA 217 , 218 KENWOOD 108 , 109 , 110 MAGNAVOX 111 , 116 To control an LD player RM - AAP001 MARANTZ 116 Maker Code ( s ) ONKYO 112 , 113 , 114 SONY 601 , 602 , 603 PANASONIC 115 PIONEER 606 PHILIPS 116 PIONEER 117 To control a video CD player TECHNICS 115 , 118 , 119 Maker Code ( s ) YAMAHA 120 , 121 , 122 SONY 605 continued US 49 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 50 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM To control a VCR To control a TV Maker Code ( s ) Maker Code ( s ) SONY 701 , 702 , 703 , 704 , 705 , SONY 501 , 502 706 DAEWOO 504 , 505 , 506 , 507 , 515 , AIWA * 710 , 750 , 757 , 758 544 AKAI 707 , 708 , 709 , 759 FISHER 508 BLAUPUNKT 740 GOLDSTAR 503 , 511 , 512 , 515 , 534 , 544 EMERSON 711 , 712 , 713 , 714 , 715 , 716 , 750 GRUNDIG 517 , 534 FISHER 717 , 718 , 719 , 720 HITACHI 513 , 514 , 515 , 544 GENERAL ELECTRIC 721 , 722 , 730 ITT / NOKIA 521 , 522 GOLDSTAR 723 , 753 JVC 516 GRUNDIG 724 MAGNAVOX 503 , 518 , 544 HITACHI 722 , 725 , 729 , 741 MITSUBISHI / MGA 503 , 519 , 544 ITT / NOKIA 717 NEC 503 , 520 , 544 JVC 726 , 727 , 728 , 736 PANASONIC 509 , 524 MAGNAVOX 730 , 731 , 738 PHILIPS 515 , 518 MITSUBISHI / MGA 732 , 733 , 734 , 735 PIONEER 509 , 525 , 526 , 540 NEC 736 RCA / PROSCAN 510 , 527 , 528 , 529 , 544 PANASONIC 729 , 730 , 737 , 738 , 739 , SAMSUNG 503 , 515 , 531 , 532 , 533 , 740 534 , 544 PHILIPS 729 , 730 , 731 SANYO 508 , 545 , 546 , 547 PIONEER 729 SHARP 535 RCA / PROSCAN 722 , 729 , 730 , 731 , 741 , TELEFUNKEN 523 , 536 , 537 , 538 747 THOMSON 530 , 537 , 539 SAMSUNG 742 , 743 , 744 , 745 TOSHIBA 535 , 540 , 541 SANYO 717 , 720 , 746 ZENITH 542 , 543 SHARP 748 , 749 TELEFUNKEN 751 , 752 To control a satellite tuner or TOSHIBA 747 , 755 , 756 cable box ZENITH 754 Maker Code ( s ) SONY 801 , 802 , 803 , 804 * If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you JERROLD / G.I . 806 , 807 , 808 , 809 , 810 , enter the code for AIWA , enter the code for Sony 811 , 812 , 813 , 814 instead . PANASONIC 818 To control a DVD player RCA 805 , 819 Maker Code ( s ) S . ATLANTA 815 , 816 , 817 SONY 401 , 402 , 403 To control a tuner PANASONIC 406 , 408 PHILIPS 407 Maker Code ( s ) PIONEER 409 SONY 002 , 003 , 004 , 005 TOSHIBA 404 DENON 405 US 50 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US08REM_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 51 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM To control a hard disc recorder Maker Code ( s ) SONY 307 , 308 , 309 To control a Blu - ray disc recorder Maker Code ( s ) SONY 310 , 311 , 312 To control a PSX Maker Code ( s ) SONY 313 , 314 , 315 Operations Using the Remote RM - AAP001 US 51 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 52 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen Additional Information The front and center speakers and the sub woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to be installed near a TV set . However , color irregularities may still be Precautions TV sets . As the observed on certain types of surround speakers and surround back speaker are not On safety magnetically shielded , we recommend that you place Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet , them slightly further away from a TV set ( page 15 ) . unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further . If color irregularity is observed . . . Turn off the TV set once , then turn it on again after On power sources 15 to 30 minutes . • Before operating the receiver , check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power If color irregularity is observed again . . . supply . The operating voltage is indicated on the Place the speaker further away from the TV set . nameplate at the rear of the receiver . If howling occurs • The receiver is not disconnected from the AC power Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on source ( mains ) as long as it is connected to the wall the receiver . outlet , even if the receiver itself has been turned off . • If you are not going to use the receiver for a long On cleaning time , be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall Clean the cabinet , panel and controls with a soft cloth outlet . To disconnect the AC power cord , grasp the slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution . Do plug itself ; never pull the cord . not use any type of abrasive pad , scouring powder or • One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the solvent such as alcohol or benzine . purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way . If you are unable to insert the plug fully into If you have any question or problem concerning your the outlet , contact your dealer . receiver , please consult your nearest Sony dealer . • AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop . On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation , this is not a malfunction . If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume , the cabinet temperature of the top , side and bottom rises considerably . To avoid burning yourself , do not touch the cabinet . On placement • Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver . • Do not place the receiver near heat sources , or in a place subject to direct sunlight , excessive dust or mechanical shock . • Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions . • Use caution when placing the receiver on surfaces that have been specially treated ( with wax , oil , polish , etc . ) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result . On operation Before connecting other components , be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver . US 52 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 53 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM There is no sound from digital sources ( from Troubleshooting COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack ) . • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ ANALOG � ( page 35 ) . Check that the INPUT If you experience any of the following MODE is not set to “ COAX IN � for the sources difficulties while using the receiver , use this from OPTICAL input jack , or set to “ OPT IN � for troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the the sources from COAXIAL input jack . problem . • Check that you have not selected MULTI CH IN There is no sound or only a very low - level function . * sound no matter which component is The left and right sounds are unbalanced or selected . reversed . • Check that the speakers and components are • Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely . connected correctly and securely . • Check that both the receiver and all components • Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu . are turned on . • Check that you have selected the correct There is severe hum or noise . component on the receiver . • Check that the speakers and components are • Check that MASTER VOLUME – / + is not set at connected securely . “ VOL MIN � . • Check that the connecting cords are away from a • Check that the SPEAKERS ( OFF / A / B / A + B ) * or transformer or motor , and at least 3 meters ( 10 Additional SPEAKERS ( ON / OFF ) * * is not set to off feet ) away from a TV set or fluorescent light . ( page 41 ) . • Move your audio components away from the TV . • Check that the headphones are not connected . • The plugs and jacks are dirty . Wipe them with a • Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the cloth slightly moistened with alcohol . muting function . Information There is no sound from the surround back There is no sound from a specific component . speakers . • Check that the component is connected correctly • Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even to the audio input jacks for that component . though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos . In this case , select “ SB ON � ( page 38 ) . • Check that the cord ( s ) used for the connection is ( are ) fully inserted into the jacks on both the There is no sound or only a very low - level receiver and the component . sound is heard from the center / surround / • Check that you have selected the correct surround back speakers . component on the receiver . • Select the CINEMA STUDIO EX mode There is no sound from one of the front ( page 31 ) . speakers . • Adjust the speaker level ( page 22 ) . • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES There is no sound from the sub woofer . jack to verify that sound is output from the • Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly headphones . If only one channel is output from the and securely . headphones , the component may not be connected The surround effect cannot be obtained . to the receiver correctly . Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the • Make sure the sound field function is on ( press receiver and the component . If both channels are MOVIE or MUSIC ) . output from the headphones , the front speaker • Sound fields do not function for the signals with a may not be connected to the receiver correctly . sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz . Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound . * HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only . There is no sound from analog 2 channel * * HT - 5950DP only . sources . • Check that the INPUT MODE is not set to “ COAX IN � or “ OPT IN � ( page 35 ) . • Check that you have not selected MULTI CH IN function . * continued US 53 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 54 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is Radio stations cannot be tuned in . not reproduced . • Check that the antennas are connected securely . Adjust the antennas and connect an external • Check that the playing DVD , etc . is recorded in antenna if necessary . Dolby Digital or DTS format . • The signal strength of the stations is too weak • When connecting the DVD player , etc . to the ( when tuning in with automatic tuning ) . Use direct digital input jacks of this receiver , check the audio tuning . setting ( settings for the audio output ) of the connected component . • Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly ( when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning ) . Recording cannot be done . • No stations have been preset or the preset stations • Check that the components are connected have been cleared ( when tuning by scanning correctly . preset stations ) . Preset the stations ( page 25 ) . • Select the source component with input buttons . • Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency The FM reception is poor . appears in the display . • Use a 75 - ohm coaxial cable ( not supplied ) to There is no picture or an unclear picture connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as appears on the TV screen or monitor . shown below . If you connect the receiver to an • Select the appropriate input on the receiver . outdoor antenna , ground it against lightning . To • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode . prevent a gas explosion , do not connect the ground • Move your audio components away from the TV . wire to a gas pipe . Outdoor FM antenna Remote control Receiver The remote does not function . ANTENNA • The AUX , MULTI CH * * and 12 buttons on the remote are not available for receiver operation . • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the AM receiver . • Remove any obstacles in the path between the Ground wire ( not supplied ) remote and the receiver . • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones , if they are weak . To ground • Check if the command modes of the receiver and the remote is the same . If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different , you cannot operate the receiver with the remote . To switch the command mode of the receiver , press ? / 1 to turn off the power . Then , press ? / 1 while pressing ENTER . Each time you press ? / 1 , the command mode switches between “ C.MODE.AV2 � and “ C.MODE.AV1 � . ( The initial setting is “ C.MODE.AV2 � . ) • Make sure you select the correct input on the remote . • To activate the buttons with orange printing , press ALT first before pressing the buttons . • Before you use the V / v / B / b button for receiver operation , press MAIN MENU . To operate other components , press TOP MENU / GUIDE or AV MENU after pressing the input button . * * HT - 5950DP only . US 54 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 55 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Error messages Specifications If there is a malfunction , the display shows a message . You can check the condition of the AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS receiver by the message . Refer to the following table to solve the problem . POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION : DEC . EROR Appears when the signal which the receiver cannot ( Model of area code U only ) decode ( ex . DTS - CD ) is input when “ DEC . XXXX � With 6 ohm loads , both channels driven , from in the CUSTOMIZE menu is set to “ DEC . PCM � . 120 – 20,000 Hz ; rated 90 watts ( STR - K9900P ) / Set to “ DEC . AUTO � . 70 watts ( STR - K5900P ) per channel minimum PROTECT RMS power , with no more than 0.7 % total Irregular current is output from the speakers . The harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated receiver will automatically turn off after a few output . seconds . Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again . If this problem persists , consult Amplifier section your nearest Sony dealer . 1 ) Power Output Model of area code U ( 6 ohms 1 kHz , THD 10 % ) If you are unable to remedy the Additional 2 ) : 140 W / ch STR - K9900P : FRONT 2 ) problem using the CENTER : 140 W 2 ) : 140 W / ch SURR troubleshooting guide 2 ) SURR BACK : 140 W Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the 2 ) : 110 W / ch STR - K5900P : FRONT Information problem ( page 18 ) . However , note that all 2 ) : 110 W CENTER memorized settings will be reset to their factory 2 ) SURR : 110 W / ch 2 ) settings and you will have to readjust all settings SURR BACK : 110 W on the receiver . Model of area code CA If the problem persist ( 6 ohms 1 kHz , THD 0.7 % ) 2 ) : 90 W / ch STR - K9900P : FRONT Consult your nearest Sony dealer . 2 ) CENTER : 90 W 2 ) Reference sections for clearing : 90 W / ch SURR 2 ) : 90 W SURR BACK the receiver’s memory 2 ) STR - K5900P : FRONT : 70 W / ch To clear See 2 ) : 70 W CENTER 2 ) All memorized settings page 18 : 70 W / ch SURR 2 ) SURR BACK : 70 W Customized sound fields page 37 ( 6 ohms 1 kHz , THD 10 % ) 2 ) : 140 W / ch STR - K9900P : FRONT 2 ) : 140 W CENTER 2 ) : 140 W / ch SURR 2 ) : 140 W SURR BACK 2 ) STR - K5900P : FRONT : 110 W / ch 2 ) : 110 W CENTER 2 ) : 110 W / ch SURR 2 ) : 110 W SURR BACK continued US 55 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 56 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM 1 ) Measured under the following conditions : AM tuner section Tuning range Area code Power requirements Model of area code U , CA U , CA 120 V AC , 60 Hz 3 ) With 10 - kHz tuning scale : 530 – 1,710 kHz 3 ) With 9 - kHz tuning scale : 531 – 1,710 kHz 2 ) Depending on the sound field settings and the Antenna Loop antenna source , there may be no sound output . Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Inputs ( Analog ) 3 ) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 MULTI CH IN * , Sensitivity : 800 mV kHz . After tuning in any AM station , turn off the SA - CD / CD , MD / TAPE , Impedance : 50 k ohms receiver . While holding down PRESET TUNING + DVD , VIDEO 1 , 2 , 3 or TUNING + , press ? / 1 . All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale . To reset the scale to 10 kHz ( or 9 kHz ) , repeat the procedure . * HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only . Video section Inputs ( Digital ) Inputs / Outputs DVD ( Coaxial ) Sensitivity : – Video : 1 Vp - p , 75 ohms Impedance : 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO : Y : 1 Vp - p , 75 ohms VIDEO 2 , SA - CD / CD Sensitivity : – PB / CB / B - Y : 0.7 Vp - p , ( Optical ) Impedance : – 75 ohms R / CR / R - Y : 0.7 Vp - p , P Outputs ( Analog ) 75 ohms 80 MHz HD Pass Through MD / TAPE ( OUT ) , Voltage : 800 mV VIDEO 1 ( AUDIO OUT ) Impedance : 10 k ohms General SUB WOOFER Voltage : 2 V Power requirements Impedance : 1 k ohm Area code Power requirements Reproduction frequency range : U , CA 120 V AC , 60 Hz 28 – 20,000 Hz Power consumption Tone Area code Power consumption Gain levels ± 6 dB , 1 dB step U ( STR - K9900P ) 190 W U ( STR - K5900P ) 140 W FM tuner section CA ( STR - K9900P ) 250 VA Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz CA ( STR - K5900P ) 200 VA Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms , unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Power consumption ( during standby mode ) 0.2 W Dimensions ( w / h / d ) ( Approx . ) 430 × 157.5 × 310 mm ( 16 7 / 8 × 6 2 / 8 × 12 2 / 8 inches ) including projecting parts and controls Mass ( Approx . ) 8.0 kg ( 17 lb 11 oz ) US 56 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 57 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM HT - 5950DP only Speaker section Front speakers ( SS - MSP67L / HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only SS - MSP67R ) Front speakers ( SS - MSP69L / SS - MSP69R ) Center speaker ( SS - CNP67 ) Center speaker ( SS - CNP69 ) Surround speakers ( SS - MSP67SL / Surround speakers ( SS - MSP69SL / SS - MSP67SR ) SS - MSP69SR ) Surround back speaker ( SS - MSP67SB ) Surround back speaker ( SS - MSP69SB ) Front / center speakers Full range , magnetically Front speakers 2 - way , magnetically shielded shielded Surround / surround back speakers Center speaker Full range , magnetically Full range shielded Speaker units 70 mm cone type Surround / surround back speakers Enclosure type Closed type Full range Rated Impedance 6 ohms Speaker units Dimension ( w / h / d ) ( Approx . ) Front speakers 80 mm cone type , Front / surround / surround back speakers 25 mm balance dome 91 × 96 × 102 mm Center speaker 57 mm cone type × 2 ( 3 1 / 2 × 3 3 / 4 × 4 inches ) Surround / surround back speakers Center speaker 155 × 96 × 102 mm 80 mm cone type ( 6 1 / 8 × 3 3 / 4 × 4 inches ) Additional Enclosure type Bass reflex Mass ( Approx . ) Rated Impedance 6 ohms Front speakers 0.65 kg ( 1 lb 8 oz ) Dimension ( w / h / d ) ( Approx . ) Center speaker 0.75 kg ( 1 lb 12 oz ) Front speakers 130 × 220 × 120 mm Surround / surround back speakers ( 5 1 / 8 × 8 5 / 8 × 4 6 / 8 0.6 kg ( 1 lb 6 oz ) Information inches ) Center speaker 245 × 108 × 120 mm ( 9 5 / 8 × 4 2 / 8 × 4 6 / 8 inches ) Surround / surround back speakers 115 × 168 × 120 mm ( 4 4 / 8 × 6 5 / 8 × 4 6 / 8 inches ) Mass ( Approx . ) Front speakers 1.7 kg ( 3 lb 12 oz ) Center speaker 1.6 kg ( 3 lb 9 oz ) Surround / surround back speakers 1.1 kg ( 2 lb 7 oz ) continued US 57 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 58 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Supplied accessories Sub woofer HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and HT - 6900DP only FM wire antenna ( 1 ) ( SA - WMSP69 ) AM loop antenna ( 1 ) Speaker connecting cord , long ( 3 ) HT - 5950DP only ( SA - WMSP87 ) Speaker connecting cord , short ( 3 ) AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS Monaural connecting cord ( 1 ) Coaxial digital cord ( 1 ) POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC Foot pads ( speakers ) ( 24 ) DISTORTION : Foot pads ( subwoofer ) ( 4 ) With 6 ohm loads , from 28 – 200 Hz ; rated Remote commander RM - AAP001 ( 1 ) 120 watts ( SA - WMSP69 ) / 120 watts R6 ( size - AA ) batteries ( 2 ) ( SA - WMSP87 ) , minimum RMS power , with no Front speakers ( 2 ) more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion from • HT - 9950M / HT - 9900M / HT - 6900DP ( SS - MSP69L / 250 milliwatts to rated output . SS - MSP69R ) • HT - 5950DP ( SS - MSP67L / SS - MSP67R ) Speaker system Active subwoofer , Center speaker ( 1 ) magnetically shielded • HT - 9950M / HT - 9900M / HT - 6900DP ( SS - CNP69 ) Speaker unit • HT - 5950DP ( SS - CNP67 ) SA - WMSP69 250 mm cone type Surround speakers ( 2 ) SA - WMSP87 200 mm cone type • HT - 9950M / HT - 9900M / HT - 6900DP Enclosure type Acoustically loaded bass ( SS - MSP69SL / SS - MSP69SR ) reflex • HT - 5950DP ( SS - MSP67SL / SS - MSP67SR ) RMS output : Surround back speaker ( 1 ) SA - WMSP69 160 W ( 5 ohms , 100 Hz , • HT - 9950M / HT - 9900M / HT - 6900DP THD 10 % ) ( SS - MSP69SB ) SA - WMSP87 155 W ( 5 ohms , 100 Hz , • HT - 5950DP ( SS - MSP67SB ) THD 10 % ) Sub woofer ( 1 ) Input LINE IN ( input pin jacks ) • HT - 9950M / HT - 9900M / HT - 6900DP Power requirements ( SA - WMSP69 ) Area code Power requirements • HT - 5950DP ( SA - WMSP87 ) U , CA 120 V AC , 60 Hz For details on the area code of the component you Power consumption are using , see page 3 . SA - WMSP69 120 W SA - WMSP87 95 W Design and specifications are subject to change Dimensions ( w / h / d ) ( Approx . ) without notice . SA - WMSP69 337 × 410 × 366 mm ( 13 1 / 4 × 16 1 / 8 × 14 1 / 2 inches ) including front panel SA - WMSP87 270 × 325 × 398 mm ( 10 5 / 8 × 12 3 / 4 × 15 5 / 8 inches ) including front panel Mass ( Approx . ) SA - WMSP69 13.0 kg ( 28 lb 11 oz ) SA - WMSP87 9.0 kg ( 19 lb 14 oz ) US 58 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Right - 3 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US09ADD_HT - 5950DP - CA.fm ] ( 3 column ) US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 59 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM List of button locations and reference pages Illustration number How to use this page r Use this page to find the location of buttons that are DISPLAY 3 ( 26 , 54 ) mentioned in the text . R R Name of button / part Reference page Main unit MAIN MENU 8 ( 19 , 36 , 37 , 40 ) SPEAKERS ( ON / OFF ) * * 2 ( 16 , ALPHABETICAL ORDER 41 , 53 ) MASTER VOLUME – / + qh ( 18 , 22 , 23 , 53 ) SURR BACK DECODING qf A - H ( 33 ) MD / TAPE wf ( 23 ) A.F.D . ( button / indicator ) qa ( 30 , TUNING – / + e ; ( 24 , 56 ) MEMORY ef ( 25 ) 32 , 53 ) VIDEO 1 wk ( 23 ) MOVIE ( button / indicator ) qs AM wa ( 23 , 24 , 25 , 40 ) ( 31 , 32 , 53 ) VIDEO 2 wj ( 23 ) DIMMER 4 ( 26 ) Additional MULTI CHANNEL DECODING VIDEO 3 wh ( 23 ) DISPLAY 3 ( 26 , 54 ) ( indicator ) 6 ( 24 ) VIDEO 3 IN / PORTABLE AV IN Display 7 ( 27 ) MULTI CH IN * 9 ( 24 ) ( jacks ) ea ( 13 ) DVD wg ( 23 ) MUSIC ( button / indicator ) qd ( 32 , ENTER qg ( 18 , 40 ) 53 ) NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS Information FM ws ( 23 , 24 , 25 , 40 ) 2CH ( button / indicator ) q ; ( 29 , FM MODE es ( 24 ) P - Z 32 , 37 ) ? / 1 ( power ) 1 ( 18 , 19 , 37 , 56 ) PHONES ( jack ) ed ( 23 , 53 ) I - O < / > ql ( 19 , 36 , 37 , 40 ) PRESET TUNING – / + wl ( 25 , Input buttons w ; ( 23 , 35 , 39 , 40 , + / – qk ( 19 , 36 , 38 , 40 ) 56 ) 54 ) SA - CD / CD wd ( 23 ) * HT - 9950M , HT - 9900M and INPUT MODE qj ( 35 ) SLEEP * * 9 ( 40 ) HT - 6900DP only . IR ( receptor ) 5 ( 43 , 54 ) SPEAKERS ( OFF / A / B / A + B ) * * * HT - 5950DP only . 2 ( 16 , 41 , 53 ) 8 2 34 5 6 9q ; qa qs qd qf qg 7 1 wk wj wh wgwf wd ws wa qlqk ef edes ea e ; wl qj qh w ; US 59 Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]
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lename [ E : \ SEM_Janet \ Revision_HT - masterpage:Left 950DP \ J9050000_25497361215950DPUS \ 2549736121 \ US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CAIX.fm ] US01COV_HT - 5950DP - CA.book Page 60 Monday , April 11 , 2005 11 : 37 AM Index A R Adjusting Recording 38 42 CUSTOMIZE parameters on a video tape 36 41 LEVEL parameters on an audio tape or MD speaker levels and balance 22 19 SPEAKER SET UP parameters S 37 TONE parameters Selecting Automatic tuning 24 23 component sound field 31 – 33 C 41 speaker system Changing 40 Sleep Timer display Sound field 26 customizing 18 36 Clearing receiver’s memory 38 31 – 32 CUSTOMIZE menu pre - programmed resetting 37 31 – 32 selecting D 19 SPEAKER SET UP menu Digital Cinema Sound 31 Speakers 25 Direct tuning adjusting speaker levels and balance 22 Dual Mono 39 15 connection Dubbing . See Recording placement 15 20 Sub woofer phase polarity 58 Supplied accessories E Editing . See Recording T Test tone 22 I 37 TONE menu Indexing . See Naming Tuning automatically 24 25 directly L to preset stations 25 Labeling . See Naming 36 LEVEL menu N Naming 40 P Preset stations 25 how to 26 how to tune Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Model name [ HT - 5950DP / HT - 6900DP / HT - 9900M / HT - 9950M ] [ 2 - 549 - 736 - 12 ( 1 ) ]