User manual SONY TA-E741

[. . . ] Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. Before operating the amplifier, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The amplifier is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the amplifier itself has been turned off. If you are not going to use the amplifier for a long time, be sure to disconnect the amplifier from the wall outlet. [. . . ] Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly. For example, insert the laser disc you want to record from into the LD player. insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2) for recording. Start recording on the recording VCR and then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want to record. You can record sound from a different audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or laser disc Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original. You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the amplifier. See the instruction manual of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help. For example, insert a CD into the CD player. Insert a blank tape or an MD into the recording deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary. You cannot record audio from a program source connected to the 5. You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want to play. great for sporting events or electric sounds. Obtain maximum audio impact from video game software Adjustable parameters for each sound field Be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/or rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (page 15). ** The hookups of the center and/or rear speakers are unnecessary. The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall presence of the sound field. Before you get started To take advantage of Dolby Surround sound, go to "Dolby Pro Logic" on page 14. This section describes how to adjust the levels of your speaker system and customize the PRO LOGIC sound field. You can make the surround sound more effective by delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay time). you can select a delay time of 15 ms (S) , 20 ms (M) , and 30 ms (L). Set a short delay time when the rear speakers are located in a large room or far from your listening position. You can adjust the tone of all sounds fields, including Dolby Surround. [. . . ] You can adjust the effect level in 6 levels. As you select higher levels, the room becomes "live, " and as you select lower levels, the room becomes "dead. These jacks are used to input decoded Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio signals, allowing you to enjoy 5. Use these jacks to connect a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or a DVD player with a built-in (AC-3) decoder. [. . . ]