User manual SONY STR-K990

[. . . ] 3-097-352-11(1) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HT-DDW990 ©2007 Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. [. . . ] OFF The dynamic range is not compressed. STD The dynamic range is compressed as intended by the recording engineer. MAX The dynamic range is compressed dramatically. Tip Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the dynamic range information included in the Dolby Digital signal. STD" is the standard setting, but it only enacts light compression. Therefore, we recommend using the "COMP. This greatly compresses the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the levels are predetermined and provide a very natural compression. Amplifier Operations LEVEL menu parameters x T. TONE (Test tone) Lets you adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening to the test tone from your listening position. For details, see "8: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE)" (page 34). x FRT BAL (Front speaker balance) Lets you adjust the balance between front left and right speakers. x CNT LVL (Center speaker level) x SL LVL (Surround left speaker level) x SR LVL (Surround right speaker level) x SW LVL (Sub woofer level) 43US Adjusting the tone (TONE menu) You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. Select "2-TONE" in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see "Navigating through menus" (page 40) and "Overview of the menus" (page 41). Settings for the surround sound (SUR menu) You can use the SUR menu to select the sound field you want for your listening pleasure. Select "3-SUR" in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see "Navigating through menus" (page 40) and "Overview of the menus" (page 41). TONE menu parameters x BASS LVL (Front speakers bass level) x TRE LVL (Front speakers treble level) SUR menu parameters x S. F. SELCT (Sound field selection) Lets you select the sound field you want. For details, see "Enjoying Surround Sound" (page 49). Note The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). For example, if you select "HALL" for the SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input and then return to SA-CD/CD, "HALL" will automatically be applied again. x EFFECT (Effect level) Lets you adjust the "presence" of the surround effect for sound fields selected with the MOVIE or MUSIC button and for "HP THEA" sound field. However, the surround effect is not available for "PORTABLE" sound field. MAX The surround effect is maximum. 44US Settings for the tuner (TUNER menu) You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations. Select "4-TUNER" in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see "Navigating through menus" (page 40) and "Overview of the menus" (page 41). Settings for the audio (AUDIO menu) You can use the AUDIO menu to make settings for the audio to suit your preference. [. . . ] 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 33) to solve the problem. [. . . ]