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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. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDW890. In this manual, models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEL only”.
Table of Contents Getting Started Description and location of parts...5 1: Installing speakers ...15 2: Connecting speakers...17 3a: Connecting the audio components...19 3b: Connecting the video components ...20 4: Connecting the antennas...28 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote ...29 6: Selecting the speaker system ...30 7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically...
Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) AUTO CAL MIC VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN PHONES VIDEO L AUDIO R Name Function A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or off (page 29, 37, 38, 54). (on/standby) B SPEAKERS Press to select the speaker...
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Name Function K 2CH Press to select a sound field (page 49, 51, 54). A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC L TUNING +/– Press to scan a station (page 55, 58). M TUNING MODE Press to select the tuning mode (page 55, 58). N MEMORY/ Press to store a station or enter the selection when...
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About the indicators on the display SP A D EX SP B Name Function A SW Lights up when the audio signal is output from the SUB WOOFER jack. B LFE Lights up when the disc being played back contains an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel and the LFE channel signal is actually being...
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Name Function J Tuner Lights up when using the indicators receiver to tune in radio stations (page 55), etc. K Preset Lights up when using the station receiver to tune in preset radio indicators stations. For details on presetting radio stations, see page 56.
Rear panel DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN HDMI VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN DMPORT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD/CD-R VIDEO 1 A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN Connects to a DVD jacks...
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TV (page 23). Remote commander Connects to the You can use the supplied remote to operate the FM wire antenna receiver and to control the Sony audio/video supplied with this receiver (page 28). components that the remote is assigned to operate.
VCD player, LD player, MD deck, DAT deck, tape deck, satellite tuner, Blu- ray disc recorder, or PSX. To enter the value of Sony TV, press TV (wj) and then press ENTER. MEMORY Press to store a station during tuner operation.
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Press to display and select items from the option menus TOOLS for DVD player or DVD/VHS COMBO. To display the options of Sony TV, press TV (wj) and then press OPTIONS TOOLS. K MENU Press to display the menus of...
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DVD player, Blu-ray disc recorder, PSX, DVD/VHS COMBO, or satellite tuner is displayed on the TV screen. To return to the previous menu of Sony TV, press TV (wj) and then press RETURN/EXIT O. Name Function After pressing RECEIVER (D), press MENU (K) for...
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(J), MENU (K), RETURN/EXIT O (T), (U), and V/v/B/b (U) buttons to perform menu operations for Sony TVs only. wk RM SET UP Press to set up the remote. The number 5, TV CH +, PRESET + and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the receiver.
1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 6.1 channel system (6 speakers and one sub woofer). To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).
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• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
2: Connecting speakers DVD IN VIDEO 2/BD IN HDMI VIDEO OUT SAT IN DVD IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN MONITOR COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN VIDEO 1 WOOFER SPEAKERS FRONT B A Monaural audio cord (supplied) B Speaker cords (supplied) AFront speaker A (Left)
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To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel of the speakers. Character on Speaker type speaker label Front left Front right Surround left Surround right Surround back * The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any character on the speaker label.
3a: Connecting the audio components Connecting a Super Audio CD/CD player or CD recorder The following illustration shows how to connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player or CD recorder. After connecting your audio component, proceed to “3b: Connecting the video components”...
3b: Connecting the video components How to hook up your components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component.
COAXIAL DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R A HDMI cable (not supplied) We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. B Coaxial digital cord (supplied) C Optical digital cord (not supplied) The sound is output from the TV speaker only when a playback component and this receiver, as well as this receiver and the TV are connected via a HDMI jack.
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If you connect a Blu-ray disc player • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 2 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your Blu- ray disc player. For details, see “Programming the remote”...
Connecting a TV The image from a visual component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Audio signals DIGITAL OPTICAL...
Connecting a DVD player/DVD recorder The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player and DVD recorder. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Connecting a DVD player Audio signals DIGITAL OPTICAL...
Connecting a DVD recorder Audio signals DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL VIDEO IN DMPORT AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD/CD-R A Audio cord (not supplied) B Video cord (not supplied) C Component video cord (not supplied) Notes • Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder.
Connecting a satellite tuner/ set-top box The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner or set-top box. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords according to the jacks of your components. Satellite tuner/Set-top box Audio signals Video signals...
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Connecting components with analog video and audio jack The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc. Audio signals DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA DVD IN VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL VIDEO IN DMPORT AUDIO IN SA-CD/CD/CD-R...
4: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. FM wire antenna (supplied) DIGITAL OPTICAL ANTENNA VIDEO 2/ BD IN COAXIAL DMPORT SA-CD/CD/CD-R * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver. Notes •...
5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. AC power cord SURROUND BACK SURROUND CENTER To the wall outlet Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure.
Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAP017 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. •...
7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) This receiver is equipped with D.C.A.C. (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. •...
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Press AUTO CAL. 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 table below shows the display when measurement starts. Measurement for Display Environment noise level NOISE.CHK Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET.
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Error Explanation Remedies code ERROR 21 Only one Check the surround surround speaker speakers is detected. connection. ERROR 23 Surround back Be sure to connect speaker is the surround detected but speakers. surround speakers are not connected. Warning codes During Auto Calibration, the warning code provides information on the measurement result.
Press or b to enter the menu. Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE”. or b to enter the Press parameter. Press V/v repeatedly to select “T. TONE Y”. The test tone is output from each speaker in sequence as follows: Front left t Center t Front right t Surround right t Surround back t Surround left t Sub woofer...
Selected input Components that can [Display] be played back VIDEO 1 VCR, etc., connected to the [VIDEO 1] VIDEO 1 jack VIDEO 2 Blu-ray disc player, etc., [VIDEO 2/BD]* connected to the VIDEO 2/BD jack VIDEO 3 Camcorder, video game, [VIDEO 3/ etc., connected to the PORTABLE...
MUTING TOP MENU MENU TV INPUT WIDE Notes • The operation is described for a Sony Super Audio CD player. • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player or CD player. Tips • You can select the sound field to suit the music.
Watching a DVD RM SET UP AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SA-CD/CD TUNER DMPORT RECEIVER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL – /– – 0/10 CLEAR ENTER >10 MEMORY GUIDE DISPLAY OPTIONS RETURN/ MENU...
Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. SA-CD/CD TUNER DMPORT RECEIVER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING AUTO CAL – /– – 0/10 CLEAR ENTER >10 MEMORY GUIDE DISPLAY...
Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 39. Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] LEVEL (42) Test tone [1-LEVEL] Front speaker balance [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL] Surround right speaker level...
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Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] AUDIO (45) Digital audio input decoding [5-AUDIO] priority [DEC. PRI.] Digital broadcast language selection [DUAL] Synchronizes audio with video output [A.V. SYNC.] Naming inputs VIDEO (46) DIGITAL MEDIA PORT video [6-VIDEO] assign [DMPORT V.] Naming inputs SYSTEM (47) Front speakers distance [7-SYSTEM]...
Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu) You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. Select “1-LEVEL” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus”...
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 39) and “Overview of the menus”...
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Using the surround back decoding mode (SUR BACK DECODING) By decoding the surround back signal of DVD software (etc.) recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, etc., format, you can enjoy the surround sound intended by the filmmakers. Select the surround back decoding mode using “SB DEC”...
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 39) and “Overview of the menus”...
x DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection) Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functions for Dolby Digital sources. • DUAL M/S (Main/Sub) Sound of the main language will be output through the front left speaker and sound of the sub language will be output through the front right speaker simultaneously.
Settings for the system (SYSTEM menu) You can use the SYSTEM menu to set the distance of the speakers connected to this system. Select “7-SYSTEM” in the amplifier menus. For details on adjusting the parameters, see “Navigating through menus” (page 39) and “Overview of the menus”...
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x SUR POS. (Surround speaker position) Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes (page 52). • SIDE/LO Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to sections A and C. •...
Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (A. CAL menu) For details, see “7: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION)” (page 31). Enjoying Surround Sound Enjoying Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT) The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel stereo sound as multi channel sound.
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Types of A.F.D. mode Decoding A.F.D. mode mode [Display] (Detecting A.F.D. AUTO automatically) [A.F.D. AUTO] Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC [DOLBY PL] Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC II MOVIE [PLII MV] PRO LOGIC II MUSIC [PLII MS] PRO LOGIC II GAME [PLII GM] Dolby Pro Logic PRO LOGIC IIx MOVIE...
Notes • DTS Neo:6 does not work for DTS 2CH audio, the sound is played as 2 channel. • Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding does not function for DTS format signals or for signals with a sampling frequency of more than 48 kHz. When a multi channel signal is input, only Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective.
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[HP 2CH] HEADPHONE THEATER DCS [HP THEA] Effect Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater”...
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Sound fields with D CS mark use DCS technology. DCS is a unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound” developed...
Using only the front speakers and sub woofer (2CH STEREO) In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers and the sub woofer. When multi channel surround formats are input, the signals are downmixed to 2 channel with bass frequencies being output from the sub woofer.
Tuner Operations Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 28). The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table.
Direct tuning You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 SA-CD/CD DMPORT RECEIVER A.F.D. MOVIE SLEEP FM MODE D. TUNING – /– – 0/10 CLEAR ENTER >10 MEMORY Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.
Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 55) or Direct Tuning (page 56). Switch the FM reception mode, if necessary (page 55). Press MEMORY. You can also use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver. “MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY”...
Using the controls on the receiver Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the FM or AM band. Press TUNING MODE repeatedly to select “PRESET T.”. Press TUNING + or TUNING – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Naming preset stations SA-CD/CD DMPORT A.F.D.
Press or b to enter the parameter. The cursor flashes and you can select a character. Follow the procedure given in “To create an index name” below. To create an index name Use V/v/B/b to create an index name. Press V/v to select a character, then press B/b to move the cursor to the next position.
Displaying RDS information While receiving an RDS station, press DISPLAY repeatedly on the receiver. Each time you press the button, RDS information on the display changes cyclically as follows: Program Service name t Frequency t t Radio Text Program Type indication indication t Current Time indication (in 24-hour system mode) t Sound field...
Other Operations Switching between digital and analog audio (INPUT MODE) You can select the audio input mode setting when you connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver. Turn INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input. You can also use the input buttons on the remote.
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can listen to the sound from the component connected through the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack on the receiver. DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter * The type of connector varies depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
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Listening to a connected component through DMPORT connection Press DMPORT. You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select “DMPORT”. Start playback of the connected component. The sound is played back on the receiver. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
Naming inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks with the names of the connected components. Press the input button to select the input you want to create an index name for.
Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is on. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 2-00-00 t t OFF When sleep timer is activated, the display...
Furthermore, you can also program the remote for Sony components that the remote is unable to control. Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared wireless control signals.
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. Since the remote signal that a component accepts differs depending on the...
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742, 743, 744, 745 SANYO 717, 720, 746 SHARP 748, 749 TELEFUNKEN 751, 752 TOSHIBA 747, 756 ZENITH * If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead.
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To control a DVD player Maker Code(s) SONY 401, 402, 403 BROKSONIC DENON HITACHI 415, 423 MITSUBISHI ORITRON PANASONIC 406, 408, 425 PHILIPS PIONEER 409, 410 SAMSUNG 416, 422 TOSHIBA 404, 421 ZENITH 418, 420 To control a DVD recorder...
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503, 517, 566 YORK ZENITH 542, 543, 567 509, 510, 503, 544 LOEWE 515, 534, 556 To control a satellite tuner Maker Code(s) SONY 801, 802, 803, 804, 824, 825, 865 AMSTRAD 845, 846 BskyB GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) GRUNDIG 859, 860...
To control a tuner Maker Code(s) SONY 002, 005 To control a Blu-ray disc recorder Maker Code(s) SONY 310, 311, 312 To control a PSX Maker Code(s) SONY 313, 314, 315 To control a DVD/VHS COMBO Maker Code(s) SONY To control a DVD/HDD COMBO...
x Dolby Pro Logic II This technology converts 2 channel stereo recorded audio into 5.1 channel for playback. There is a MOVIE mode for movies and MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as music. Old movies encoded in the traditional stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1 channel surround sound.
Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
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There is no sound from one of the front speakers. • Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly.
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Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component.
If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory...
Specifications Amplifier section Power Output Models of area code CEL, CEK Stereo mode (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%) 90 W + 90 W Surround mode (reference) (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%) RMS output FRONT:135 W per channel CENTER:135 W SURROUND:135 W per channel SURROUND BACK:...
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Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.) 430 × 157.5 × 310 mm including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 7.6 kg Speaker section • Front speakers (SS-MSP890) • Center speaker (SS-CNP890) • Surround/surround back speakers (SS-SRP890) Front/center speakers Full range, magnetically shielded Surround/surround back speakers Full range Speaker units 80 mm cone type...
63 Dolby Digital 71 DTS 72 DVD player connecting 24 playback 38 DVD recorder connecting 25 Error messages 77 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia HDMI connecting 21 Initial setup 29 INPUT MODE 61 Menu A. CAL 49 AUDIO 45...