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Other Operations/Using the Remote/Additional Information
Categories and the 
corresponding buttons
a)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 
setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS 
respectively.
b)Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or 
DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating 
instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.
To clear all remote button 
assignments
Press ?/1 , AUTO CAL and MASTER VOL – 
at the same time.
The remote is reset to its factory settings.
Glossary
x Dolby Digital
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology 
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It 
consists of front (Left/Right), center, surround 
(Left/Right) and sub woofer channels. It is a 
designated audio standard for DVD-video and 
also known as 5.1ch surround. Since surround 
information is recorded and reproduced in 
stereo, more realistic sound with fuller 
presence is delivered than with Dolby 
surround.
xDolby Pro Logic II
This technology converts 2ch stereo recorded 
audio into 5.1ch for playback. There is a 
MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode 
for stereo sources such as music. Old movies 
encoded in the traditional stereo format can be 
enhanced with 5.1ch surround sound.
xDolby Surround (Dolby Pro 
Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by 
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono 
surround information is matrixed into two 
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is 
decoded and output in 4ch surround sound. 
This is the most common audio processing 
method for DVD-video.
xDTS Digital Surround
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology 
for theaters developed by Digital Theater 
Systems, Inc. It compresses audio less than 
Dolby Digital, delivering a higher quality 
sound reproduction.
Categories Press
VCR (command mode VTR 3)
a)1
VCR (command mode VTR 2)
a)2
DVD player/DVD recorder 
(command mode DVD1)
b)3
DVD recorder  
(command mode DVD3)
b)4
CD player 5
MD deck 6
Ta p e  d e c k  B 7
Tuner (this receiver) 8
DVR (Digital CATV terminal) 9
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) 0/10
Additional Information
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xHDMI (High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface)
Technology developed by modifying the 
display connecting technology, DVI (Digital 
Visual Interface), for AV equipment. This 
interface can transmit video, audio, and 
control signals in digital format.
xSampling frequency
To convert analog audio to digital, analog data 
should be quantified. This process is called 
sampling, and the number of times per second 
the analog data is quantified is called the 
sampling frequency. A standard music CD 
stores data quantified at 44,100 times per 
second, which is expressed as a sampling 
frequency of 44.1 kHz. Generally speaking, a 
higher sampling frequency means better sound 
quality.
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the 
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it 
checked by qualified personnel before 
operating it any further.
On power sources
 Before operating the receiver, check that the 
operating voltage is identical with your local 
power supply.  
The operating voltage is indicated on the 
nameplate on the back of the receiver.
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC  power source (mains) as long as it is 
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit 
itself has been turned off.
 If you are not going to use the receiver for a  long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver 
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC 
power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull 
the cord.
 The AC power cord must be changed only at  a 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.
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Additional Information
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.
 Do not place the receiver near equipment  such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. (If the 
receiver is being used in combination with a 
TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too 
close to that equipment, noise may result, 
and picture quality may suffer. This is 
especially likely when using an indoor 
antenna. Therefore, we recommend using an 
outdoor antenna).
 Use caution when placing the receiver or  speakers 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.
If you encounter color 
irregularity on a nearby TV 
screen
The front speakers, center speaker and the sub 
woofer are magnetically shielded to allow it to 
be installed near a TV set. However, color 
irregularities may still be observed on certain 
types of  TV sets. As the surround speakers are 
not magnetically shielded, we recommend that 
you place the surround speakers slightly 
further away from TV set (page 12).
If color irregularity is 
observed...
Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 
15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed 
again...
Place the speaker further away from the TV 
set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the 
volume on the receiver.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a 
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild 
detergent solution. Do not use any type of 
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, 
such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your receiver, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following 
difficulties while using the receiver, use this 
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the 
problem.
There is no sound, no matter which 
component is selected, or only a very 
low-level sound is heard.
 Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
 Check that both the receiver and all  components are turned on.
 Check that MASTER VOLUME is not set  to “VOL MIN”.
 Press MUTING to cancel the muting 
function.
 Check that you have selected the correct  component with the input buttons on the 
remote or INPUT SELECTOR on the 
receiver.
 The protective device on the receiver has 
been activated. Turn off the receiver, 
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and 
turn on the power again.
There is no sound from a specific 
component.
 Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that 
component.
 Check that the cord(s) used for the  connection is (are) fully inserted into the 
jacks on both the receiver and the 
component.
 Check that you have selected the correct  component with the input buttons on the 
remote or INPUT SELECTOR on the 
receiver.
There is no sound from one of the front 
speakers.
 Make sure you have connected to both the L and R jacks of an analog component, and 
not only to either the L or R jack. Use an 
audio cord (not supplied).
The source sound input to the HDMI 
jack on the receiver is not output from 
the TV speaker.
a)
 Check the HDMI connection.
 You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD by connecting HDMI.
 Depending on the playback component,  you may need to set up the component. 
Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with each component.
The left and right sounds are 
unbalanced or reversed.
 Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
 Adjust the balance parameters using the 
LEVEL menu (page 34).
There is severe hum or noise.
 Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
 Check that the connecting cords are away 
from a transformer or motor, and at least   
3 m away from a TV set or fluorescent 
light.
 Move your audio components away from  the TV.
 The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them 
with a cloth slightly moistened with 
alcohol.
There is no sound, or only a very low-
level sound is heard from the center/
surround speakers.
 Select a CINEMA STUDIO EX mode (page 42).
 Adjust the speaker level (page 26).
There is no sound from the sub woofer.
 Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly and securely.
The surround effect cannot be 
obtained.
 Make sure you have selected a sound field with MOVIE or MUSIC button.
 Sound fields do not function for signals  with a sampling frequency of more than  
48 kHz.
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Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel 
sound is not reproduced.
 Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS 
format.
 When connecting the DVD player, etc., to 
the digital input jacks of this receiver, 
check the audio setting (the settings for the 
audio output) of the connected component.
The FM reception is poor.
 Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM 
antenna as shown below. If you connect 
the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground 
it against lightning. To prevent a gas 
explosion, do not connect the ground wire 
to a gas pipe.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
 Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect 
an external antenna, if necessary.
 The signal strength of the stations is too  weak (when tuning in with automatic 
tuning). Use direct tuning (page 45).
 Make sure you set the tuning interval  correctly (when tuning in AM stations 
with direct tuning).
 No stations have been preset or the preset  stations have been cleared (when tuning by 
scanning preset stations). Preset the 
stations (page 47).
RDS does not work.b)
 Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station.
 Select a stronger FM station.
The RDS information that you want 
does not appear.b)
 Contact the radio station and find out  whether they actually provide the service 
in question. If so, the service may be 
temporarily out of order.
There is no picture or an unclear 
picture appears on the TV screen or 
monitor.
 Make sure you have connected the video output of your video component to the TV.
 Move your audio components away from  the TV.
The source image input to the HDMI 
jack on the receiver is not output from  
the TV.
a)
 Check the HDMI connection.
 Depending on the playback component, you may need to set up the component. 
Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with each component.
AMU
ANTENNAReceiver
To ground Ground wire 
(not supplied) 
Outdoor FM antenna 
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Remote control
The remote does not function.
 For receiver operation, you can only use the DISPLAY button when the TUNER 
input is selected.
b)
 Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver.
 Remove any obstacles in the path between  the remote and the receiver.
 Replace all the batteries in the remote with 
new ones, if they are weak.
 Make sure you select the correct input on  the remote.
 a)Except for  models of area code MX, E51, AR.b)Models of area code CEL, CEK only.
Error messages
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a 
message. You can check the condition of the 
system by the message. Refer to the following 
table to solve the problem. If any problem 
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
If an error message appears while you perform 
Auto Calibration, see “Error and warning 
codes” (page 25) to solve the problem.
PROTECT
Irregular current is output from the 
speakers. The receiver will automatically 
turn off after a few seconds. Check the 
speaker connection and turn on the power 
again.
If you are unable to remedy the 
problem using the 
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy 
the problem (page 22). However, note that all 
memorized settings will be reset to their 
factory settings and you will have to readjust 
all settings on the receiver.
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Reference sections for clearing 
the receiver’s memory
To  c l e a r S e e
All memorized settings page 22
Customized sound fields page 44
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Specifications
Amplifier section
HT-SF1000 only
Power Output1)
Stereo mode (rated) 70 W + 70 W  
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, 0.7%)
Music power output (reference)  
FRONT
2): 143 W/ch
 (With SS-FSP1000) CENTER
2): 143 W
(With SS-CNP1000F)
SUR
2): 143 W/ch
(With SS-FRP1000)
SUBWOOFER
2): 285 W
(With SS-WP1000)
HT-SS1000 only
Power Output
1)
Stereo mode (rated) 70 W + 70 W  
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, 0.7%)
Music power output (reference)  
FRONT
2): 143 W/ch
 (With SS-MSP1000) CENTER
2): 143 W
(With SS-CNP1000)
SUR
2): 143 W/ch
(With SS-SRP1000)
SUBWOOFER
2): 285 W
(With SS-WP1000)
1)Measured under the following conditions:
2)Depending on the sound field settings and the 
source, there may be no sound output.
Inputs (Analog) Inputs (Digital)
Reproduction frequency range:
28 – 20,000 Hz
Tone
FM tuner sectionTuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Antenna FM wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
AM tuner sectionTuning range
Models of area code CEL, CEK, AU, 
SP
With 9-kHz tuning scale:531 – 1,602 kHz
Models of area code E51 With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,610 kHz
3)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,602 kHz3)
Models of area code AR, MXWith 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,610 kHz
Antenna Loop antenna
Intermediate frequency  
450 kHz
3)You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off 
the receiver. While holding down PRESET 
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.
Area code Power requirements
CEL, CEK, AR, SP 230 V AC, 50 Hz
AU, E51240 V AC, 50 Hz
MX 127 V AC, 60 Hz
SA-CD/CD,  
VIDEO 1, 2 Sensitivity: 1 V
 
Impedance: 50 kohms
DVD (Coaxial) Sensitivity: –  
Impedance: 75 ohms
VIDEO 2, SA-CD/
CD (Optical) Sensitivity: –
 
Impedance: –
Gain levels ±6 dB, 1 dB step
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GeneralPower requirements
Power consumption
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.3 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430 × 64 × 338 mm  
including projecting parts 
and controls
Mass (Approx.) 3.5 kg
Speaker section
HT-SF1000 only
 Front speakers (SS-FSP1000)
 Center speaker (SS-CNP1000F)
 Surround speakers (SS-FRP1000)
Front speakers  2 way, magnetically  shielded
Center speaker Full range, magnetically  shielded
Surround speakers Full range
Speaker units
Front speakers 70 × 100 mm cone type,   
25 mm Balance Dome 
Tw e e t e r
Center speaker 55 × 110 mm cone type
Surround speakers 70 × 100 mm cone type
Enclosure type Bass reflex
Rated Impedance 2.7 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers  
265 × 1,108 × 265 mm
Center speaker 300 × 76 × 116 mm Mass (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers
 
3.5 kg
Center speaker 1.2 kg
HT-SS1000 only
 Front speakers (SS-MSP1000)
 Center speaker (SS-CNP1000)
 Surround speakers (SS-SRP1000)
Front/center speakers   
Full range, magnetically 
shielded
Surround speakers Full range
Speaker units 57 mm cone type
Enclosure type Bass reflex
Rated Impedance 2.7 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front/surround speakers  
83 × 180 × 98 mm
Center speaker 250 × 85 × 98 mm
Mass (Approx.)
Front speakers 0.6 kg
Center speaker 0.7 kg
Surround speakers 0.5 kg
Subwoofer (SS-WP1000)
Speaker system  Magnetically shielded
Speaker unit  160 mm cone type
Enclosure type  Bass reflex
Rated Impedance 1.3 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 200 × 379 × 335 mm 
including front panel
Mass (Approx.) 6 kg 
Area code Power requirements
CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz
AR 220 – 230 V AC,  
50/60 Hz
E51 120 – 240 V AC,  
50/60 Hz
MX 127 V AC, 60 Hz
SP 230 – 240 V AC,  
50/60 Hz
Area code Power consumption
CEL, CEK, AU, SP, 
E51, AR, MX 110 W
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Additional Information
Supplied accessoriesFM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander RM-AAU006 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Optimizer microphone ECM-AC2 (1)
Speaker cords (5)
Coaxial digital cord (1)
Foot pads
 Speakers (HT-SS1000 only) (20)
 Sub woofer (4)
Speakers
 Front speakers (2)
 Center speaker (1)
 Surround speakers (2)
 Sub woofer (1)
Design and specifications are subject to 
change without notice.For details on the area code of the 
component you are using, see page 3.
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Index
Numerics
2 channel  43
2CH STEREO   43
5.1 channel   12
A
AUTO CALIBRATION   23
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT  (A.F.D.)   39
AUTOBETICAL   46
C
CD player
connecting   18
playback   29
D
Digital Cinema Sound 
(DCS)   42
Dolby Digital   51
DVD player connecting   19
playback   30
DVD recorder connecting   19
E
Error messages   56
H
HDMI
connecting   20
I
Initial setup   22
M
Menu
A. CAL   39
AU D I O   36
LEVEL   34
SUR   35
SYSTEM   37
TONE   35
TUNER   36
Muting   28
R
RDS   48
S
Satellite tuner
connecting   19
Selecting component   28
sound field   41
Sleep Timer   50
Sound fields
resetting   44
selecting   41
Speakers connecting   15
installing   12
Super Audio CD player connecting   18
playback   29
T
TEST TONE   26
Tu ner connecting   21
Tuning automatically   45
directly   45
to preset stations   48
V
VCR
connecting   19
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