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    							 model name1[STR-DH520] 
    [4-263-361-11(2)]
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    ©2011 Sony Corporation
    4-263-361-11(2)
    Multi Channel AV 
    Receiver
    Operating Instructions
    STR-DH520 
    						
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    To reduce the risk of fire or electric 
    shock, do not expose this apparatus to 
    rain or moisture.
    To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the 
    ventilation opening of the apparatus with 
    newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place 
    the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on 
    the apparatus.
    Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such 
    as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
    To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 
    expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and 
    do not place objects filled with liquids, such as 
    vases, on the apparatus.
    As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from 
    the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible 
    AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the 
    unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet 
    immediately.
    Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-
    installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or 
    the like.
    The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long 
    as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit 
    itself has been turned off.
    Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 
    headphones can cause hearing loss.
    This symbol is intended to alert 
    the user to the presence of the Hot 
    Surface that may be hot if it is 
    touched during the normal 
    operation.
    For customers in the United 
    States
    Owner’s Record
    The model and serial numbers are located on the rear 
    of the unit. Record these numbers in the space 
    provided below. Refer to them whenever you call 
    upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
    Model No.                        
    Serial No.                         
    This symbol is intended to alert the 
    user to the presence of uninsulated 
    “dangerous voltage” within the 
    product’s enclosure that may be of 
    sufficient magnitude to constitute a 
    risk of electric shock to persons.
    This symbol is intended to alert the 
    user to the presence of important 
    operating and maintenance 
    (servicing) instructions in the 
    literature accompanying the 
    appliance.
    Important Safety Instructions
    1) Read these instructions.
    2) Keep these instructions.
    3) Heed all warnings.
    4) Follow all instructions.
    5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
    6) Clean only with dry cloth.
    7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 
    accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
    8) Do not install near any heat sources such as 
    radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
    apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 
    heat.
    9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 
    or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has 
    two blades with one wider than the other. A 
    grounding type plug has two blades and a third 
    grounding prong. The wide blade or the third 
    prong are provided for your safety. If the 
    provided plug does not fit into your outlet, 
    consult an electrician for replacement of the 
    obsolete outlet.
    10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or 
    pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
    receptacles, and the point where they exit from 
    the apparatus.
    11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by 
    the manufacturer.
    WARNING 
    						
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    12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
    table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 
    the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution 
    when moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
    avoid injury from tip-over.
    13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 
    when unused for long periods of time.
    14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 
    Servicing is required when the apparatus has 
    been damaged in any way, such as power-supply 
    cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled 
    or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the 
    apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, 
    does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
    The following FCC statement 
    applies only to the version of 
    this model manufactured for 
    sale in the U.S.A. Other 
    versions may not comply with 
    FCC technical regulations.
    NOTE:
    This equipment has been tested and found to comply 
    with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 
    to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 
    designed to provide reasonable protection against 
    harmful interference in a residential installation. 
    This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio 
    frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
    accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
    interference to radio communications. However, 
    there is no guarantee that interference will not occur 
    in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
    cause harmful interference to radio or television 
    reception, which can be determined by turning the 
    equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
    to correct the interference by one or more of the 
    following measures:
    – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
    – Increase the separation between the equipment 
    and receiver.
    – 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 modifications 
    not expressly approved in this manual could void 
    your authority to operate this equipment.
    To reduce the risk of electric shock, the speaker cord 
    should be connected to the apparatus and the 
    speakers in accordance with the following 
    instructions.
    1) Disconnect the AC power cord from the MAINS. 
    2) Strip 10 to 15 mm of the wire insulation of the 
    speaker cord.
    3) Connect the speaker cord to the apparatus and 
    the speakers carefully so as not to touch the core 
    of speaker cord by hand. Also disconnect the AC 
    power cord from the MAINS before 
    disconnecting the speaker cord from the 
    apparatus and the speakers.
    For customers in Europe
    Disposal of Old Electrical & 
    Electronic Equipment 
    (Applicable in the European 
    Union and other European 
    countries with separate 
    collection systems)
    This symbol on the product or on its packaging 
    indicates that this product shall not be treated as 
    household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to 
    the applicable collection point for the recycling of 
    electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this 
    product is disposed of correctly, you will help 
    prevent potential negative consequences for the 
    environment and human health, which could 
    otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste 
    handling of this product. The recycling of materials 
    will help to conserve natural resources. For more 
    detailed information about recycling of this product, 
    please contact your local Civic Office, your 
    household waste disposal service or the shop where 
    you purchased the product.
    continued 
    						
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    Disposal of waste batteries 
    (applicable in the European 
    Union and other European 
    countries with separate 
    collection systems)
    This symbol on the battery or on the packaging 
    indicates that the battery provided with this product 
    shall not be treated as household waste.
    On certain batteries this symbol might be used in 
    combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical 
    symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if 
    the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 
    0.004% lead.
    By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, 
    you will help prevent potentially negative 
    consequences for the environment and human health 
    which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate 
    waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the 
    materials will help to conserve natural resources.
    In case of products that for safety, performance or 
    data integrity reasons require a permanent 
    connection with an incorporated battery, this battery 
    should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
    To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, 
    hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable 
    collection point for the recycling of electrical and 
    electronic equipment.
    For all other batteries, please view the section on 
    how to remove the battery from the product safely. 
    Hand the battery over to the applicable collection 
    point for the recycling of waste batteries.
    For more detailed information about recycling of 
    this product or battery, please contact your local 
    Civic Office, your household waste disposal service 
    or the shop where you purchased the product.
    Notice for customers: The following 
    information is only applicable to 
    equipment sold in countries applying 
    EU Directives.
    The manufacturer of this product is Sony 
    Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo,  
    108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for 
    EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland 
    GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, 
    Germany. For any service or guarantee matters 
    please refer to the addresses given in separate 
    service or guarantee documents.
    For customers in Australia
    Disposal of Old Electrical & 
    Electronic Equipment 
    (Applicable in the European 
    Union and other European 
    countries with separate 
    collection systems)
    About This Manual
     The instructions in this manual are for model  
    STR-DH520. The model number is located at the 
    lower right front panel of the receiver. The 
    illustrations used in this manual are of Europe 
    model and they may be different from your model. 
    Any differences in operation are marked in the 
    manual as “Europe model only”.
     The instructions in this manual describe the 
    operation of the receiver with the supplied remote 
    control. You can also use the control buttons on 
    the receiver if they have the same or similar names 
    as those on the remote control.
    This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro 
    Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround 
    System.
    * Manufactured under license from Dolby 
    Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-
    D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
    ** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent 
    #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 
    6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 
    7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and 
    worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and 
    the Symbol are registered trademarks, &  
    DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS 
    logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product 
    includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights 
    Reserved.
    This receiver incorporates High-Definition 
    Multimedia Interface (HDMI
    TM) technology.
    HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition 
    Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
    trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United 
    States and other countries.
    “x.v.Color (x.v.Colour)” and “x.v.Color 
    (x.v.Colour)” logo are trademarks of Sony 
    Corporation.
    “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
    “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony 
    Computer Entertainment Inc.
    On Copyrights 
    						
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    Table of Contents
    About This Manual ........................................ 4
    Supplied accessories ...................................... 6
    Description and location of parts................... 7
    Getting started ............................................. 16
    Connections
    1: Installing the speakers ............................. 17
    2: Connecting the speakers.......................... 19
    3: Connecting the TV .................................. 21
    4a: Connecting the video equipment ........... 22
    4b: Connecting the audio equipment ........... 28
    5: Connecting the antennas (aerials)............ 28
    6: Connecting the AC power cord  
    (mains lead) ............................................ 29
    Preparing the Receiver
    Initializing the receiver ................................ 29
    Selecting the speaker pattern ....................... 30
    Using AUTO CALIBRATION .................... 31
    (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models 
    only)
    Adjusting the speaker levels 
    (TEST TONE) ........................................ 35
    Basic Operations
    Playback ...................................................... 36
    Viewing information on the display  
    panel ....................................................... 37
    Recording using the receiver ....................... 38
    Tuner Operations
    Listening to FM/AM radio .......................... 39
    Presetting FM/AM radio stations ................ 41
    Receiving RDS broadcasts .......................... 42
    (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models 
    only)
    Enjoying Surround Sound
    Selecting the sound field ............................. 43
    Resetting sound fields to the default  
    settings ................................................... 47
    “BRAVIA” Sync Features
    What is “BRAVIA” Sync? .......................... 47
    Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync ............. 48
    Playing back equipment with one-touch 
    operation (One-Touch Play)................... 49
    Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers 
    connected to the receiver 
    (System Audio Control) ......................... 49
    Turning off the receiver with the TV  
    (System Power-Off) ............................... 50
    Enjoying movies with the optimum sound 
    field (Theater/Theatre Mode Sync)........ 50
    Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected 
    scene (Scene Select)............................... 50
    Advanced Operations
    Switching between digital and analog audio 
    (INPUT MODE) .................................... 51
    Using the sound/images from other  
    inputs...................................................... 51
    Using the setting menu ............................... 53
    Using the Remote Control
    Reassigning the input button....................... 61
    Resetting the input buttons.......................... 62
    Additional Information
    Precautions .................................................. 63
    Troubleshooting .......................................... 64
    Specifications .............................................. 69
    Index ........................................................... 71 
    						
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    Supplied accessories
     Operating Instructions (this manual)
     Quick Setup Guide
     FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
     AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
     Remote control (1) 
    – RM-AAU104 (USA and Canada models 
    only)
    – RM-AAU105 (Other models)
     R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
     Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) 
    (Europe, Australia and Taiwan models only) 
    (1)
    Inserting batteries into the 
    remote control
    Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by 
    matching 3 and # on the batteries to the 
    diagram inside the battery compartment of the 
    remote control.
    Notes
     Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot 
    or humid place.
     Do not use a new battery with old ones.
     Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of 
    batteries.
     Do not expose the remote control sensor to direct 
    sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may 
    cause a malfunction.
     If you do not intend to use the remote control for an 
    extended period of time, remove the batteries to 
    avoid possible damage from battery leakage and 
    corrosion.
     When you replace or remove the batteries, the 
    remote control buttons may be reset to their default 
    settings. If this happens, reassign the input buttons 
    (page 61).
     When the receiver no longer responds to the 
    remote control, replace all the batteries with new 
    ones. 
    						
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    Description and location of parts
    A?/1 (on/standby) (page 29, 40, 47)
    BINPUT SELECTOR (page 36 - 39, 41, 51)
    CDisplay panel (page 8)
    DRemote control sensor
    Receives signals from remote control. 
    EMASTER VOLUME (page 36, 37)
    FMUTING (page 37)
    GDIMMER
    Adjusts the brightness of the display panel in 3 
    levels. 
    HDISPLAY (page 38)
    I2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D., MOVIE/HD-D.C.S., 
    MUSIC (page 43)
    JTUNING MODE, TUNING +/–, MEMORY/
    ENTER (page 39)
    KINPUT MODE (page 51)
    LPHONES jack (page 64)
    Front panel
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    Indicators on the display panel
    LHLFENEO:
    6
    DTS-HD MSTR HI RES LBR
    LC
    SL S
    PL II x z
    HDMI-
    ES DTSTrueHD
    96/24
    SLEEP
    D.RANGE ST
    RDS COAX OPT LPCMRHSW
    SBSBLR
    SRSBR
    D +
    EX
    qsqdqa
    1324 56897
    q;
    APlayback channel indicators
    The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels 
    being played back. Based on the speaker 
    settings, the box around the letter(s) vary to 
    show how the receiver downmixes the source 
    sound.
    LH 
    RH 
    L 
    R
    C
    SL 
    SR 
    S
     
    SBL 
    SBR 
    SB 
     
     
     Front Left High
    Front Right High 
    Front Left
    Front Right
    Center (monaural)
    Surround Left
    Surround Right
    Surround (monaural or the 
    surround equipment 
    obtained by Pro Logic 
    processing)
    Surround Back Left
    Surround Back Right
    Surround Back (the 
    surround back equipment 
    obtained by 6.1 channel 
    decoding)
    Example:
    Speaker pattern: 3/0.1
    Recording format: 3/2.1
    Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
    BSW
    Lights up when the audio signal is output from 
    the SUBWOOFER jack.
    C
    Lights up when the disc being played back 
    contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) 
    channel and the LFE channel signal is actually 
    being reproduced.
    LFE
    LC
    SLSWR
    SR
    LFE
    DInput indicator
    Lights up to indicate the current input.
    HDMI
    – The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO”, and 
    when the receiver recognizes the equipment 
    connected via an HDMI IN jack (page 51).
    – The TV input detected Audio Return Channel 
    (ARC) signals.
    COAX
    The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” or  
    “COAX”, and when the source signal is a digital 
    signal through the COAXIAL jack (page 51).
    OPT
    The INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO” or  
    “OPT”, and when the source signal is a digital 
    signal through the OPTICAL jack (page 51).
    EDTS(-ES) indicator
    Lights up the respective indicator when the 
    receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS 
    format signals.
    DTS            
    DTS-ES          
    DTS 96/24   DTS 
    DTS-ES
    DTS 96 kHz/24 bit
    Note
    When playing a DTS format disc, make sure that 
    you have completed the digital connections and 
    that INPUT MODE is not set to “ANALOG”  
    (page 51).
    FNEO:6
    Lights up when DTS Neo:6 Cinema/Music 
    decoder is activated (page 44). 
    						
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    GDolby Pro Logic indicator
    Lights up the respective indicator when the 
    receiver performs Dolby Pro Logic processing. 
    This matrix surround decoding technology can 
    enhance input signals.
     PL              
     PL II           
     PL IIx        
     PL IIz Dolby Pro Logic 
    Dolby Pro Logic II
    Dolby Pro Logic IIx
    Dolby Pro Logic IIz
    Note
    These indicators may not light up depending on 
    the speaker pattern setting.
    HDolby Digital Surround indicator
    Lights up the respective indicator when the 
    receiver is decoding the corresponding Dolby 
    Digital format signals.
     D
     D EX
     D+
     TrueHDDolby Digital
    Dolby Digital Surround EX
    Dolby Digital Plus 
    Dolby TrueHD
    Note
    When playing a Dolby Digital format disc, make 
    sure that you have completed the digital 
    connections and that INPUT MODE is not set to 
    “ANALOG” (page 51).
    ISLEEP
    Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated 
    (page 13).
    JD.RANGE
    Lights up when dynamic range compression is 
    activated (page 57).
    KTuning indicators
    Lights up when the receiver tunes to a radio 
    station.
     
    ST
    Stereo broadcast
    RDS (Europe, Australia and Taiwan 
    models only) 
    Tuned to a station with RDS services.
    Preset station number (The number will change 
    according to the preset station you select.)
    LLPCM
    Lights up when the receiver is decoding the 
    Linear PCM signals.MDTS-HD indicator
    Lights up the respective indicator when the 
    receiver is decoding the corresponding DTS-HD 
    format signals.
    DTS-HD MSTR
    DTS-HD Master Audio 
    DTS-HD HI RES
    DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
    DTS-HD LBR
    DTS-HD Low Bit Rate Audio 
    						
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    * You must connect the HDMI TV OUT or 
    MONITOR OUT jack to your TV to watch the 
    selected input image (page 21).
    Rear panel
    451
    11, 23
    2
    AAudio signal section
    DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 24, 
    26)
     HDMI IN/OUT
     OPTICAL IN
     COAXIAL IN
    ANALOG INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 26, 
    28)
    AUDIO IN/OUT
     AUDIO OUT
     PORTABLE IN
    White (L)
    Red (R)
    Black
    BVideo signal section*
    The image quality depends on the connecting jack.
    DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT jacks 
    (page 21, 24, 25, 26, 27)
     HDMI IN/OUT
    COMPONENT VIDEO 
    INPUT/OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 
    24, 26)
    Y, P
    B, PR IN/OUT
    COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT/
    OUTPUT jacks (page 21, 26, 27)
    VIDEO IN/OUT
    High 
    quality 
    imageGreen
    (Y)
    Blue
    (P
    B)
    Red
    (P
    R)
    Yellow 
    						
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