Sony Ht Ss2300 Operating Instructions

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Getting Started
Notes on HDMI connections
 An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack 
is output from the SPEAKERS jacks and 
HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any 
other audio jacks.
 Video signals input to the HDMI IN jack can 
only be output from the HDMI OUT jack.
 When you want to listen to the sound from 
the TV speaker, set “AUDIO FOR HDMI” 
to “TV+AMP” in the VIDEO menu (page 
37). If you cannot play back multi channel 
software, set to “AMP”. However, the sound 
will not output from the TV speaker.
 The multi/stereo area audio signals of a 
Super Audio CD are not output.
 Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit 
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack 
may be suppressed by the connected 
component. Check the setup of the 
connected component if the image is poor or 
the sound does not come out of a component 
connected via the HDMI cable.
 Sound may be interrupted when the 
sampling frequency, the number of channels 
or the audio format of the audio output 
signals from the playback component is 
switched.
 When the connected component is not 
compatible with copyright protection 
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the 
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be 
distorted or may not be output. 
In this case, check the specification of the 
connected component.
 You can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM 
only with an HDMI connection.
 Set the image resolution of the playback 
component to 720p, 1080i or 1080p when 
you output 96 kHz multi channel sound over 
an HDMI connection.
 You may need to make certain settings on 
the image resolution of the player before you 
can enjoy multi channel Linear PCM. Refer 
to the operating instructions of the player. Refer to the operating instructions of each 
component connected for details.
 We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI 
conversion cable. When you connect an 
HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D 
component, the sound and/or the image may 
not be output.
 
						

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The following illustration shows how to 
connect video components such as DVD 
player, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.It is not necessary to connect all the cords. 
Connect audio and video cords according to 
the jacks of your components.
Connecting video components
AUDIO IN
DVD INSAT INBD INOUT
ANTENNASA-CD/CDDMPORT DIGITALHDMI
AM
RR
LTV
TV
DC5V      700mA MAX 
UDIO INAA OPT INVIDEO 2OPT INCOAX INDV DVIDEO 1UDIO IN
L
AB
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BAudio cord (not supplied)
CCoaxial digital cord (not supplied)
DVD player, DVD recorder VCRTV
Audio signals
B C
Audio signal Audio signal
 
						

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Getting Started
When you connect a DVD player 
or DVD recorder
You can use the DVD input button on the 
remote to control your DVD player or DVD 
recorder. You may need to change the factory 
setting of this button depending on the remote 
supplied with this receiver. The factory setting 
for the remote is shown in the table below:
To change the factory setting of the DVD input 
button on the remote, see “Changing button 
assignments” (page 63).
Notes
 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.
 To output sound from the front speakers and the 
subwoofer only when you select DVD input, be 
sure to:
– connect your DVD player to the DVD COAX IN 
jack on the receiver.
– press 2CH.
 When connecting optical digital cords, insert the 
plugs straight in until they click into place.
 Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
 Be sure to connect the video output of the DVD 
player, DVD recorder and VCR to the TV, so that 
the image is displayed on the TV. Refer to the 
operating instructions of each connected 
component for details.
 You cannot do recording on the DVD recorder or 
VCR via this receiver. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the DVD 
recorder or VCR.
Tips
 To output the sound of the TV from the speakers 
connected to the receiver, be sure to
– connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the 
TV IN jacks of the receiver.
– turn off the TV’s volume or activate the TV’s 
muting function.
 All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling 
frequencies.
Remote Factory setting
RM-AAU022 DVD player (Change the factory 
setting if you connect a DVD 
recorder)
RM-AAU023 DVD recorder (Change the 
factory setting if you connect a 
DVD player)
 
						

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4: Connecting the 
antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and 
FM wire antenna.
Before connecting the antennas, be sure to 
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
* 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.
5: Preparing the receiver 
and the remote
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a 
wall outlet.
OPT IN OPT INVIDEO 2COAX IN AUDIO INDV D
DVD INSAT IN
ANTENNASA-CD/CD
DIGITAL
R
LTV
AM
FM wire antenna (supplied)
AM loop antenna (supplied)
Connecting the AC power cord 
(mains lead)
CENTERSUBWOOFERSUR L
AC power cord (mains lead) 
To the wall outlet
 
						

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Getting Started
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.
“CLEARING” appears on the display for 
a while, then “CLEARED” appears.
All the settings you have changed or 
adjusted are reset to the initial settings.Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the  
RM-AAU022 (Models of area code U, UC, 
CA only) or RM-AAU023 (Models of area 
code CEL, CEK, AU, TW, TH only) 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 manganese 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 batteries to 
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and 
corrosion.
 When you replace the batteries, the remote buttons 
may be reset to their factory settings. If this 
happens, reassign the buttons again (page 63).
Tip
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last 
for about 3 months. When the remote no longer 
operates the receiver, replace all the batteries with 
new ones.
Performing initial setup 
operations
MASTER VOLUME
AUTO CAL MIC MUTINGINPUT SELECTORPRESETACTIVE
STANDBY TUNINGSOUND FIELD?/1
1,2
Inserting batteries into the 
remote
 
						

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6: Calibrating the 
appropriate settings 
automatically 
(AUTO CALIBRATION)
This receiver is equipped with DCAC (Digital 
Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology which 
allows you to perform automatic calibration as 
follows:
 Check the connection between each speaker 
and the receiver.
 Adjust the speaker level.
 Measure the distance of each speaker from 
your listening position.
 Measure the speaker polarity.
 Measure the frequency characteristics.*
* The measurement result is not utilized for signals 
with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz.
The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound 
balance in your room. However, you can 
adjust the speaker levels and balance manually 
according to your preference. For details, see  
“7: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance 
(TEST TONE)” (page 30).Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set 
up and connect the speakers (page 14, 17).
 The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the 
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not 
connect other microphones to this jack. 
Doing so may damage the receiver and the 
microphone.
 During the calibration, the sound that comes 
out of the speakers is very loud. The volume 
of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay 
attention to the presence of children or to the 
effect on your neighborhood.
 Perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet 
environment to avoid the effect of noise and 
to get a more accurate measurement.
 If there are any obstacles in the path between 
the optimizer microphone and the speakers, 
the calibration cannot be performed 
correctly. Remove any obstacles from the 
measurement area to avoid measurement 
error.
Note
If the muting function has been activated before you 
perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will 
be set to off automatically.
Before you perform Auto 
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Getting Started
Example: HT-SS2300
1Connect the supplied optimizer 
microphone to the AUTO CAL 
MIC jack on the front panel.
2Set up the optimizer 
microphone.
Place the optimizer microphone at your 
listening position.You can also use a stool 
or tripod so that the optimizer 
microphone remains at the same height as 
your ears.
Tip
When you face the speaker towards the optimizer 
microphone, you will get a more accurate 
measurement.
Press AMP MENU, then press 
AUTO CAL.
You can also select “A.CAL YES” in the  
A. CAL menu.
The following appears on the display.
A.CAL [5] t A.CAL [4] t A.CAL [3] t 
A.CAL [2] t A.CAL [1]
The measurement process will take 
approximately 30 seconds to complete.
The table below shows the display when 
measurement starts.
Note
You cannot measure the speaker height of the 
surround speakers. Set this value using “SUR POS.” 
parameters in the SYSTEM menu (page 37).
MASTER VOLUME
AUTO CAL MIC MUTINGINPUT SELECTORPRESETACTIVE
STANDBY TUNINGSOUND FIELD?/1Optimizer 
microphonePerforming Auto Calibration
Measurement for Display
Speaker existance TONE
Speaker gain, distance, 
frequency responseT.S.P.
Subwoofer gain and distance WOOFER
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SYSTEM STANDBY
TV INPUT
SLEEPDMPORT
VIDEO1 VIDEO2 BD DVD
2CH A.F.D.
RETURN/EXIT
MOVIE MUSIC
AMP MENU
CLEAR
DISPLAYMUTING
TV VOL
MASTER VOLDVD/BD
MENU
AUTO CAL
D.TUNING
D.SKIP THEATRE SAT TV SA-CD/CD TUNER
?/1
-
O
5
>10
TV ?/1 
AV ?/1
MEMORY
MENU/HOMETOOLS/
OPTIONS
AUTO  CAL Input 
buttons ?/1 
switch
MASTER 
VOL +/–
MUTING AMP MENU
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Tips
 When Auto Calibration starts:
– Stand some distance from the speakers and the 
listening position to avoid measurement failure. 
This is because test signals are output from the 
speakers during measurement.
– Avoid making noise to get a more accurate 
measurement.
 The Auto Calibration function will be canceled 
when you do the following during the 
measurement process:
– Press ?/1 or MUTING.
– Press input buttons on the remote or INPUT 
SELECTOR on the receiver.
– Change the volume level.
– Press AUTO CAL again.
1Confirm the measurement 
result.
When the measurement ends, a beep 
sounds and the measurement result 
appears on the display.
2Press V/v repeatedly to select 
the item. Then, press  .
3Save the measurement result.
Select “SAVE” in step 2.
The measurement results are saved.
When error codes appear
Try the remedies and perform the Auto 
Calibration again.
Confirming/saving the 
measurement results
Measurement 
resultDisplay Explanation
When the 
measurement 
process 
completes 
properlySAVE Proceed to step 
2.
When the 
measurement 
process failsERROR 
XXXXSee “When 
error codes 
appear” (page 
28).
Item Explanation
RETRY Performs the Auto 
Calibration again.
SAVE Saves the measurement 
results and exits the setting 
process.
WARN CHK Displays warning 
concerning the 
measurement results. See 
“When you select “WARN 
CHK”” (page 29).
PHASE Displays the phase of each 
speaker (in phase/out of 
phase). See “When you 
select “PHASE”” (page 29).
DISTANCE Displays the measurement 
result for speaker distance.
LEVEL Displays the measurement 
result for speaker level.
EXIT Exits the setting process 
without saving the 
measurement results.
Error code Cause and remedies
ERROR 32 None of the speakers were 
detected. Make sure that the 
optimizer microphone is 
connected properly and perform 
the Auto Calibration again.
If the optimizer microphone is 
connected properly but the error 
code appears, the optimizer 
microphone cable may be 
damaged or improperly connected.
ERROR F 33  None of the front speakers are 
connected or only one front 
speaker is connected.
 The optimizer microphone is not 
connected.
 
						

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Getting Started
To rectify the error
1Record down the error code.
2Press  , “RETRY Y” appears on the 
display.
3Rectify the error. 
For details, see “When error codes appear” 
above.
4Press   to perform Auto Calibration again.
When you select “WARN CHK”
If a warning on the measurement result is 
present, detailed information is displayed.
Press   to return to step 2 of 
“Confirming/saving the 
measurement results”.
When you select “PHASE”
You can check the phase of each speaker (in 
phase/out of phase).
Press V/v repeatedly to select a 
speaker, then press   to return to 
step 2 in “Confirming/saving the 
measurement results”.
*xx represent a speaker channel
FL Front left
FR Front right
CCenter
SL Surround left
SR Surround right
SW Subwoofer
Tip
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the 
measurement results for polarity may vary. 
However, there will be no problems even if you 
continue to use the receiver with that value. ERROR SR 33 Either the left or right surround 
speaker is not connected.
ERROR SW 33 Subwoofer is not connected. 
Connect the subwoofer to the 
SUBWOOFER terminal.
ERROR 33 Wrong speaker detection due to 
noise. Make sure the environment 
is quiet during Auto Calibration.
ERROR 35 A sound similar to the beep sound 
from the speakers while 
performing Auto Calibration is 
detected. Perform the Auto 
Calibration again.
Warning code Explanation
WARN 40 The Auto Calibration has 
completed. However, the noise 
level is high. You may be able to 
perform the Auto Calibration 
properly if you try it again, even 
though the measurement cannot 
be performed in all environments. 
Try to perform the Auto 
Calibration in a quiet 
environment. Error code Cause and remedies
WARN 41 The sound input from the 
optimizer microphone is out of 
the acceptable range. It is louder 
than the loudest sound that can be 
measured. Try to perform the 
Auto Calibration when the 
environment is quiet enough to 
allow proper measurement.
WARN 42 The volume of the receiver is out 
of the acceptable range. Try to 
perform the Auto Calibration 
when the environment is quiet 
enough to allow proper 
measurement.
WARN 43 The distance and position of a 
subwoofer cannot be detected. 
This may be caused by noise. Try 
to perform the Auto Calibration 
in a quiet environment.
NO WARN There is no warning information.
Display Explanation
xx* IN The speaker is in phase.
xx* OUT The speaker is out of phase. The 
“+” and “–” terminals of the 
speaker may be connected the 
other way around.  Warning code Explanation
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When you have finished
Disconnect the optimizer microphone from the 
receiver.
Note
If you have changed the position of the speakers, it 
is recommended that you perform Auto Calibration 
again in order to enjoy the surround sound.
You can use the A. CAL menu to make 
settings for the Auto Calibration function to 
suit your preference.
Select “8-A. CAL” in the amplifier menus. For 
details on adjusting the parameters, see 
“Navigating through menus” (page 35) and 
“Overview of the menus” (page 36).
xAUTO CAL (Auto Calibration no/
yes)
 A.CAL NO
The Auto Calibration function is not 
activated.
 A.CAL YES
The Auto Calibration function start.
xCAL LOAD (Calibration load)*
 LOAD YES
Select this when you want to load the saved 
Auto Calibration result.
 LOAD NO
Select this when you do not want to load the 
saved Auto Calibration result.
* You can select this parameter only when you have 
performed the Auto Calibration and saved the 
settings.
7: Adjusting the speaker 
levels and balance 
(TEST TONE)
You can adjust the speaker levels and balance 
while listening to the test tone from your 
listening position.
Tip
The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency 
centered at 800 Hz.
1Press AMP MENU.
“1-LEVEL” appears on the display.
2Press  or b to enter the 
menu.
3Press V/v repeatedly to select 
“T. TONE”.
4Press  or b to enter the 
parameter.
A. CAL menu parameters
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2CH A.F.D.
RETURN/EXIT
TV CH –
PRESET –TV CH +
PRESET + REPLAY ADVANCE
MOVIE MUSIC
AMP MENU
CLEAR
DISPLAYMUTING
TV VOL
MASTER VOLDVD/BD
MENU
AUTO CAL
D.TUNING
D.SKIP THEATRE
-
.10MEMORY
MENU/HOMETOOLS/
OPTIONS
1
2-5
MASTER 
VOL +/–