Sony Ht Ddw890 Operating Instructions

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Getting Started
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an 
interface which transmits video and audio 
signals in digital format.The sound is output from the TV speaker only
when a playback component and this receiver, 
as well as this receiver and the TV are 
connected via a HDMI jack. 
To output the sound from the supplied 
speakers and to take advantage of the multi 
channel surround sound, be sure to
– connect the digital audio jacks on the 
playback...

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If you connect a Blu-ray disc 
player
 Be sure to change the factory setting of the 
VIDEO 2 input button on the remote so that 
you can use the button to control your Blu-
ray disc player. For details, see 
“Programming the remote” (page 66).
 You can also rename the VIDEO 2 input so 
that it can be displayed on the receiver’s 
display. For details, see “Naming inputs” 
(page 64).
Notes on HDMI connections
 This receiver may not be able to transfer 
video or audio signals with certain types of...

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Getting StartedThe image from a visual component connected 
to this receiver can be displayed on a TV 
screen.
It is not necessary to connect all the cables. 
Connect audio and video cords according to 
the jacks of your components.
Notes
 Connect image display components such as a TV 
or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jack on the 
receiver.
 Turn on the receiver when the video and audio of a 
playback component are being output to a TV via 
the receiver. If the power supply of the receiver is...

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The following illustration shows how to 
connect a DVD player and DVD recorder.
It is not necessary to connect all the cables. 
Connect audio and video cords according to 
the jacks of your components.Note
To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD 
player, set the digital audio output setting on the 
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the DVD player.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling 
frequencies....

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Getting Started
Connecting a DVD recorder
Notes
 Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 
1 input button on the remote so that you can use the 
button to control your DVD recorder. For details, 
see “Programming the remote” (page 66).
 You can also rename the VIDEO 1 input so that it 
can be displayed on the receiver’s display. For 
details, see “Naming inputs” (page 64).
DIGITAL
DMPORT
OPTICALSAT
IN
DVD 
IN
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
VIDEO 2/
BD INAM
SA-CD/CD/CD-RTV
L
R
OUT ININ
HDMIDVD INVIDEO...

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The following illustration shows how to 
connect a satellite tuner or set-top box.
It is not necessary to connect all the cables. 
Connect audio and video cords according to 
the jacks of your components.Notes
 When connecting optical digital cords, insert the 
plugs straight in until they click into place.
 Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling 
frequencies.
Connecting a satellite tuner/
set-top...

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Getting Started
The following illustration shows how to 
connect a component which has analog jacks 
such as a VCR, etc.
Connecting components with 
analog video and audio jack
DIGITAL
DMPORT
OPTICALSAT
IN
DVD 
IN
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
VIDEO 2/
BD INAM
SA-CD/CD/CD-RTV
L
R
OUT ININ
HDMIDVD INVIDEO 2/BD INOUT
SATAUDIO INVIDEO INDVD
VIDEO INVIDEO OUTSAT IN
AUDIO OUTL
R
L
R
MONITORCOMPONENT VIDEODVD IN VIDEO 1 IN
Y
P
B/CB
PR/CRMONITOR OUT
SPEAKERSFRONT B
FRONT A
L
L R
R
SURROUND
L
R
CENTER SURROUND BACK
VIDEO...

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4: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and 
FM wire antenna.
* The shape of the connector varies depending on 
the area code of this receiver.
Notes
 To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop 
antenna away from the 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.
DMPORT
OPTICALSAT
IN
DVD 
IN
COAXIAL
VIDEO 2/
BD IN
SA-CD/CD/CD-RTV
L
R
OUT ININ
HDMIDVD INVIDEO 2/BD INOUT...

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Getting Started5: Preparing the receiver 
and the remote
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.Before using the receiver for the first time, 
initialize the receiver by performing the 
following procedure. This procedure can also 
be used to return settings you have made to 
their factory defaults. 
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for 
this operation.
1Press ?/1 to turn off the 
receiver.
2Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
“PUSH” and “ENTER” appears on the 
display alternately.
3Press...

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Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the  
RM-AAP017 remote commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing 
batteries.
Notes
 Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or 
humid place.
 Do not use a new battery with old ones.
 Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of 
batteries.
 Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight 
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a 
malfunction.
 If you do not intend to use the remote for an 
extended period of time, remove the...