©2007 Sony Corporation2-898-637-31(1)Multi Channel AV ReceiverOperating InstructionsSTR-DG710
10GBName FunctionA TV ?/1 (on/standby)Press TV ?/1 and TV (M) at the same time to turn the TV on or off.AV ?/1 (on/standby)Press to turn on or off th
11GBGetting StartedName Functionm/Mb)Press to– search tracks in the forward/reverse direction of the DVD player.– start fast forward/rewind of the VCR
12GBa)The number 5, MASTER VOL +, TV VOL +, and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.b)This but
13GBGetting Started1: Installing speakersThis receiver allows you to use a 6.1 channel system (6 speakers and one sub woofer).To fully enjoy theater-l
14GB2: Connecting speakersAFront speaker A (left)BFront speaker A (right)CCenter speakerDSurround speaker (left)ESurround speaker (right)FSurround bac
15GBGetting Started3a: Connecting the audio componentsThe following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD/CD player.After connecting your
16GB3b: Connecting the video componentsThis section describes how to connect your video components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Compo
17GBGetting StartedHDMI is the abbreviated name for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an interface which transmits video and audio signals i
18GBNotes on HDMI connections• Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected
19GBGetting StartedThe image from a video component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen.It is not necessary to connect all the
2GBTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
20GBThe following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player/DVD recorder.It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and video co
21GBGetting StartedConnecting a DVD recorderNotes• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use
22GBThe following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or a set-top box.It is not necessary to connect all the cords. Connect audio and
23GBGetting StartedThe following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc.It is not necessary to connec
24GB4: Connecting the antennas (aerials)Connect the supplied AM loop antenna (aerial) and FM wire antenna (aerial).* The shape of the connector varies
25GBGetting Started5: Preparing the receiver and the remoteConnect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet.Before using the receiver for the f
26GBInsert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU015 remote commander.Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.Notes• Do not leave th
27GBGetting Started7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) function allows
28GB1 Press AUTO CAL.Measurement starts in 5 seconds and the display changes as follows:A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1]While
29GBGetting StartedWhen error codes appearWhen an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after
3GBTable of ContentsGetting StartedDescription and location of parts ... 41: Installing speakers... 132
30GBWarning codes and solutionsc)For details, refer “Front speaker distance” (page 46).d)For details, refer “Center speaker distance” (page 46).e)For
31GBGetting Started5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”.The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows:Front left t Center t
32GBSelecting a component1Press the input button to select a component.You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.The selected input appears on t
33GB PlaybackListening/Watching a componentListening to a Super Audio CD/CD12346780/10ENTER9SYSTEM STANDBYTV INPUTSLEEPDMPORTTV ?/1 AV ?/1VIDEO 1 VIDE
34GBWatching a DVD12346780/10ENTER9SYSTEM STANDBYTV INPUTSLEEPDMPORTTV ?/1 AV ?/1VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD2CH A.F.D.RETURN/EXITTV CH –PRESET –TV CH
35GB Amplifier OperationsNavigating through menusBy using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver.1 Press AMP
36GBThe following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 35.Overview of the menusMenu [Display]Paramete
37GB Amplifier OperationsMenu [Display]Parameters [Display]Settings Initial settingAUDIO [5-AUDIO] (page 42)Digital audio input decoding prioritya) [
38GBa)For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.Menu [Display]Parameters [Display]Settings Initial settingSYSTEM [7-SYSTEM] (page 44)Sub woofe
39GB Amplifier OperationsAdjusting the level (LEVEL menu)You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings a
4GBDescription and location of partsGetting StartedFront panel?/1AUTO CAL MICSPEAKERS(OFF/A/B)PHONESVIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV INVIDEO L AUDIO RMEMORY/
40GBAdjusting the equalizer (EQ menu)You can use the EQ menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers.Select “2-EQ” in th
41GB Amplifier OperationsBy decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Dis
42GBSettings for the tuner (TUNER menu)You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations.Select “4-TUNER” in
43GB Amplifier Operationsx DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection)Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. Th
44GB• TV+AMPThe sound is output from TV’s speaker and the speakers connected to the receiver.Notes• The sound quality of the playback component depend
45GB Amplifier Operationsx CNT SPK (Center speaker)• LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “L
46GBx FRT DIST. (Front speaker distance)Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A). If both front speakers are n
47GB Amplifier Operationsx SUR POS. (Surround speaker position)Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of
48GBCalibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu)For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALI
49GB Enjoying Surround SoundTypes of A.F.D. mode* You cannot select this decoding mode if there is no surround back speaker connected to the receive
5GBGetting StartedName FunctionL 2CH Press to select a sound field (page 48).A.F.D.MOVIEMUSICM SUR BACK DECODINGPress to select the surround back deco
50GBIf you connect a sub wooferThis receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no LFE signal, which is a
51GB Enjoying Surround SoundTypes of sound field available* You can only select this sound field if the headphones are connected to the receiver.Sou
52GBAbout DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS technology.DCS is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater devel
53GB Enjoying Surround SoundUsing only the front speakers (2CH STEREO)In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speake
54GBResetting sound fields to the initial settingsBe sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation.1 Press ?/1 to turn off the power.2 Wh
55GB Tuner Operations2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.Press TUNING + to scan from low to high; press TUNING – to scan from high to low.The receiver sto
56GBPresetting radio stationsYou can preset up to 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.1 Pr
57GB Tuner Operations1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.2 Press PRESET + or PRESET – repeatedly to select the preset station you
58GBTo create an index name1 Use V/v/B/b to create an index name.Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next positi
59GB Tuner OperationsWhile receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver. Each time you press the button, RDS information on t
6GBAbout the indicators on the displaySWLFESP ASP BLCSL S;D EX;PL IIx;PL OPT DTS -ES 96/24 MEMORYMONOD.RANGECOAXHDMI NEO:6SBRSR1 2 3 4 5 6 7 98q;qaqg
60GBSwitching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE)When you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks (SAT) on the recei
61GB Other OperationsEnjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound from a network system such
62GBYou can listen to the sound from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver.You can also vi
63GB Other Operations1 Press DMPORT.You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”.2 Start playback of the connected compo
64GBListening to digital sound from other inputs (DIGITAL ASSIGN)You can reassign digital audio input that has OPTICAL or COAXIAL (SAT IN, VIDEO 1 IN
65GB Other OperationsNotes• You cannot reassign more than one digital audio input to the same input.• You cannot use the digital audio input as th
66GBChanging the displayYou can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display.Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
67GB Using the RemoteRecording using the receiverYou can record from a video component using the receiver. See the operating instructions supplie
68GBCategories and the corresponding buttonsa)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively.b)So
69GB Additional Informationx Dolby Pro Logic IIThis technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback. There is
7GBGetting StartedName FunctionG DTS/ DTS-ES/ DTS 96/24/ DTS-ES 96/24“DTS” lights up when the receiver is decoding DTS signals. “DTS-ES” lights up wh
70GBPrecautionsOn safetyShould any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before
71GB Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting
72GBThe source sound input from the HDMI jack is not output from the receiver or the TV speaker.• Check the HDMI connection.• You cannot listen to the
73GB Additional InformationVideoThere is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen.• Select the appropriate input using the inpu
74GBThe RDS information that you want does not appear.*• Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question.
75GB Additional InformationSpecificationsAmplifier sectionModels of area code CEL, CEK, AU1)Minimum RMS Output Power (8 ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, TH
76GBGeneralPower requirementsPower output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)DC OUT 5 V, 700 mAPower consumptionPower consumption (during standby mode)0.3 W (when “C
77GB Additional InformationIndexNumerics2 channel 532CH STEREO 535.1 channel 136.1 channel 13AAUTO CALIBRATION 27AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.
8GBRear panel1 23456DIGITAL(ASSIGNABLE)DMPORTOPTICALSATINDVD INCOAXIALANTENNAVIDEO 1INAMHDMIDVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN OUTTVINSA-CD/CDINSATAUDIO INVIDEO IND
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9GBGetting Started* You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack to a TV or projector (page 19).You can us
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