Sony Ht Sf800m Operating Instructions

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©2005 Sony Corporation2-592-136-12(1)
Home Theatre 
System
Operating Instructions
HT-SF800M
HT-SS600
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 model name[HT-SS600/HT-SF800M]
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not 
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the 
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. 
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects 
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Don’t throw away batteries with 
general house waste; dispose of 
them correctly as chemical waste.
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 city 
office, your household waste disposal service or the 
shop where you purchased the product.
WARNING
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, 
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
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About This Manual
 The instructions in this manual are for model
HT-SF800M and HT-SS600. Check your receiver’s 
model number by looking at the lower right corner of 
the front panel. In this manual, the model of area 
code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless 
stated otherwise.
 The instructions in this manual describe the controls 
on the remote. You can also use the controls on the 
receiver if they have the same or similar names as 
those on the remote. For details on the use of your 
remote, see pages 31–34.
The HT-SF800M consists of:
 Receiver STR-KS600PM
 Speaker system
– Front speakers SS-MSP800
– Center speaker SS-CNP800
– Surround speakers SS-MSP800B
– Subwoofer SS-WMSP600 
The HT-SS600 consists of:
 Receiver STR-KS600P
 Speaker system
– Front speaker (left) SS-MSP600L
– Front speaker (right) SS-MSP600R
– Center speaker SS-CNP600
– Surround speaker (left) SS-MSP600SL
– Surround speaker (right) SS-MSP600SR
– Subwoofer SS-WMSP600 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.
** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered 
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is 
shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see 
the illustration below).
Any differences in operation, according to the area 
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, 
“Models of area code AA only”.
FRONT R–         +CENTER–         +FRONT L–         +
SURR R+         –SUBWOOFER+         –SURR L+         –2-XXX-XXX-XX AA
Area code
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Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your
components ....................................... 5
1a: Connecting components with 
digital audio output jacks ........... 7
1b: Connecting components with
only analog audio jacks .............. 9
2: Connecting the antennas ................... 10
3: Connecting speakers ......................... 11
4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 14
5: Setting up the speakers ..................... 15
6: Adjusting the speaker levels and 
balance ............................................ 16
— TEST TONE
Amplifier Operation
Selecting the component ....................... 17
Listening to FM/AM radio .................... 17
Storing FM stations automatically ........ 18
— AUTOBETICAL
(Models of area code CEL, CEK 
only)
Presetting radio stations ........................ 19
Using the Radio Data System
(RDS) .............................................. 20
(Models of area code CEL, CEK 
only)
About the indications in the display...... 22
Enjoying Surround Sound
Using only the front speakers and 
subwoofer ....................................... 23
— 2CH STEREO
Enjoying higher fidelity sound.............. 23
Selecting a sound field .......................... 24
Advanced Adjustments and 
Settings
Customizing sound fields ..................... 26
Adjusting the tone................................. 27
Advanced settings ................................. 28
Other Operations
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 30
Operations Using the Remote 
RM-AAU002
Before you use your remote.................. 31
Remote button description.................... 31
Changing the factory setting of an
input button .................................... 34
Additional Information
Precautions ........................................... 35
Troubleshooting .................................... 36
Specifications ....................................... 38
List of button locations and reference 
pages............................................... 40
Index ..................................................... 41
Table of Contents
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Steps 1a through 1b 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 10).
Connectable components
a)Model with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc.b)Model equipped only with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc.
Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your components
Component to be connected Page
DVD player
With digital audio outputa)7
Satellite tuner
With digital audio output
a)7
With analog audio output onlyb)7, 9
Super Audio CD/CD player
With digital audio output
a)8
With analog audio output onlyb)9
VCR 9
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Required cords
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection 
cords (A to C) (not supplied unless indicated).
AAudio cord
White (L)
Red (R)
BOptical digital cordCCoaxial digital cord (supplied)
Orange
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 cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components:  
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.
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Hooking up a DVD player or satellite tuner
For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
Connect the audio jacks.
1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
L
RR
ANTENNA
U
OPT INSA-CD/CD VIDEO 2OPT INDIGITAL
DIGITAL
OPTICALOUTPUT
B
A
C
DIGITAL
COAXIALOUTPUT
AUDIO
OUTOUTPUT
L
R
AM
DVDCOAX IN
L
Satellite tuner
DVD player
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Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player
For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. 
Note
The sound is not 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 to the analog input jacks (SA-CD/CD IN jacks). Refer to 
the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
L
R
L
R
ANTENNA
AMU
OPT INSA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVDOPT IN COAX INDIGITAL
BADIGITALOPTICAL
OUTLINE
L
ROUTPUT
Super Audio CD/
CD player
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For details on the required cords (A–C), see page 6.
1b: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO INR
L
R
ANTENNA
AMU
OPT INSA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVDOPT IN COAX INDIGITAL
AA
LINE
L
R
ROUTPUT
L
L
R
A
AUDIO
OUTOUTPUT
AUDIO
OUTOUTPUT
L
Satellite tuner
VCR Super Audio CD/
CD player
 
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Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
* The shape of 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.
2: Connecting the antennas
SA-CD/CD
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 2
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
AUDIO IN
L
R
L
R
ANTENNA
AMU
OPT INSA-CD/CD VIDEO 2 DVDOPT IN COAX INDIGITAL
*
AM loop antenna 
(supplied) FM wire antenna 
(supplied)
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