User manual SONY TA-VE100

[. . . ] This amplifier makes it easy to record to and from the components connected to the amplifier. You don't have to connect playback and recording components directly: once you select a programme source on the amplifier, you can record and edit as you normally would using the controls on each component. Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly. You can record from a LD player using the amplifier. [. . . ] Front and rear speakers, and a small centre speaker The centre and rear levels are indicated on the LEVEL meter in the centre of the display during adjustment. Front and rear speakers, and a large centre speaker Front and centre speakers, no rear speaker The sound of the rear channel is output from the front speakers. You can make the surround sound more prominent by increasing the EFFECT level. This control lets you adjust the "presence" of the surround effect in five steps (1-5). Use EFFECT (­/+) to select the level you prefer. Changing the effect level may not produce major variations in the surround effect when used with certain playback sources. If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the amplifier, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard. / Make sure you select the correct component on the amplifier. / Check wether or not you used the appropriate AV cables. The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. / Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. / Place your TV away from the audio components. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the rear speakers. Check the speaker leves using the test mode and make sure to use stereo recordings and to set the TV and VCR to stereo reception mode. No picture or an unclear picture is seen on the TV screen. [. . . ] If you have rear or centre speaker(s), we recommend that you customize the Dolby Surround sound field (PRO LOGIC) by selecting the appropriate centre mode to take advantage of Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound. The test tone is output from the front and the rear speakers alternately. Select PHANTOM mode if you have front and rear speakers but no centre speaker. The sound of the centre channel is output from the front speakers. [. . . ]