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Sony HT-DDWG700 Operating Instructions Manual

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HT-DDWG700
©2008 Sony Corporation
3-284-098-42(1)

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  • Page 1 Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-DDWG700 ©2008 Sony Corporation 3-284-098-42(1)
  • Page 2 Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-DDWG700. 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”.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Description and location of parts...5 1: Installing the speakers ...12 2: Connecting the speakers ...14 3: Connecting the audio/video components...15 4: Connecting the antennas...22 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote ...23 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically (AUTO CALIBRATION) ...24 7: Adjusting the speaker levels and...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started Description and location of parts Receiver Front panel DIMMER SLEEP VIDEO IN/ PORTABLE AUDIO IN/ AUTO CAL MIC A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC PHONES Name Function A ?/1 Press to turn the receiver on or (on/standby) off (page 23, 30, 31, 44). B DIMMER Press to adjust the brightness of the display.
  • Page 6 About the indicators on the display 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 reproduced.
  • Page 7 Name Function M Playback The letters (L, C, R, etc.) channel indicate the channels being indicators played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound. Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (monaural or the surround components obtained...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    Rear panel DIGITAL ANTENNA SAT IN OPTICAL COAXIAL DVD/BD DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SA-CD/CD A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section OPTICAL IN jack COAXIAL IN jack HDMI IN/ OUT jacks* B ANTENNA section ANTENNA jack ANTENNA terminals DVD/BD IN HDMI SURROUND CENTER WOOFER SPEAKERS C SPEAKERS section...

  • Page 9: Auto Cal

    Remote commander You can use the supplied RM-AAU025 Remote Commander to operate the receiver and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 55). TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY...
  • Page 10 Name Function H AMP MENU Press to display the menu of the receiver. Then, use V, v, B, b and menu operations. I ENTER Press to enter the value after selecting a channel, disc or track using the numeric buttons of the TV, VCR or satellite tuner.
  • Page 11 DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. Press TOOLS/OPTIONS and TV (N) at the same time to display the options applicable to the Sony TV. S -/-- Press to select the channel entry mode, either one or two digit of the VCR.

  • Page 12: 1: Installing The Speakers

    1: Installing the speakers 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). Example of a 5.1 channel speaker system configuration AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left)
  • Page 13 • 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.

  • Page 14: 2: Connecting The Speakers

    2: Connecting the speakers Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). SURROUND WOOFER SPEAKERS A Speaker cord (supplied)* AFront speaker (left) BFront speaker (right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (left) ESurround speaker (right) FSub woofer CENTER FRONT * Use the long speaker cords to connect the surround...

  • Page 15: 3: Connecting The Audio/Video Components

    To connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* at the rear panel or bottom of the speakers. Character on Speaker type speaker label Front left Front right Surround left Surround right * The center speaker and sub woofer do not have any character on the speaker label.

  • Page 16: Connecting Audio Components

    Connecting audio components The following illustration shows how to connect audio components such as MP3 player, Super Audio CD player or CD player. Super Audio CD player/CD player DIGITAL ANTENNA OPTICAL COAXIAL DVD/BD DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SA-CD/CD Portable audio A Audio cord (not supplied) B Phono cord with stereo headphone jack (not supplied) Before connecting the cords, be sure to...
  • Page 17 Notes • When listening to a component connected to the VIDEO IN/PORTABLE AUDIO IN/AUTO CAL MIC jack, sound may be distorted or interrupted. This is not a malfunction and will depend on the connected component. • If the sound from the component connected to the VIDEO IN/PORTABLE AUDIO IN/AUTO CAL MIC jack is very soft, you may increase the volume level.

  • Page 18: Hdmi Jacks

    DC5V 0.7A MAX SA-CD/CD 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) Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
  • Page 19 If you connect a DVD player or Blu-ray disc player • Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD/BD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. For details, see “Changing button assignments”...

  • Page 20: Connecting Video Components

    Connecting video components The following illustration shows how to connect video components such as DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, satellite tuner, etc. Satellite tuner/ Set-top box DIGITAL ANTENNA OPTICAL COAXIAL DVD/BD DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SA-CD/CD DVD player/ DVD recorder/ Blu-ray disc player A Optical digital cord (not supplied) B Audio cord (not supplied)
  • Page 21 If you connect a DVD player or Blu-ray disc player • Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD/BD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD player or Blu-ray disc player. For details, see “Changing button assignments”...

  • Page 22: 4: Connecting The Antennas

    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). FM wire antenna (supplied) DIGITAL ANTENNA OPTICAL COAXIAL DVD/BD DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX SA-CD/CD * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver.

  • Page 23: 5: Preparing The Receiver And The Remote

    5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet. AC power cord (mains lead) To the wall outlet Performing initial setup operations Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure.

  • Page 24: 6: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically (Auto Calibration)

    Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU025 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. •...
  • Page 25 Notes • The Auto Calibration function does not work when headphones are connected. • If the muting function is on when we perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will turn off automatically. MASTER VOLUME DISPLAY INPUT MODE DIMMER SLEEP INPUT SELECTOR Optimizer microphone VIDEO IN/ PORTABLE AUDIO IN/...
  • Page 26 Measurement starts. The measurement process will take a few minutes to complete. The table below shows the display when measurement starts. Measurement for Display Environment noise NOISE.CHK level Speaker connection MEASURE and SP DET. appears alternately* Speaker level MEASURE and GAIN appears alternately* Speaker distance MEASURE and...
  • Page 27 Error codes and remedies Error code Cause and remedy ERROR 10 The environment is too noisy. Make sure the environment is quiet during Auto Calibration. ERROR 11 The speakers are placed too near the optimizer microphone. Place your speakers further away from the optimizer microphone.

  • Page 28: 7: Adjusting The Speaker Levels And Balance (Test Tone)

    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. The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP...

  • Page 29: Playback

    Playback Selecting a component TV INPUT TV ?/1 SLEEP DMPORT AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING D.SKIP MEMORY AMP MENU >10 -/-- 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ MUTING DISPLAY OPTIONS TV VOL MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME...

  • Page 30: Listening/Watching A Component

    > TUNING – TUNING + FM MODE 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.
  • Page 31 Watching a DVD/Blu-ray disc TV INPUT TV ?/1 DMPORT SLEEP AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MUSIC DVD/BD MENU AUTO CAL D.TUNING VIDEO IN/ D.SKIP PORTABLE AUDIO IN/ >10 MEMORY AMP MENU AUTO CAL MIC -/-- 0/10 ENTER CLEAR...

  • Page 32: Amplifier Operations

    Amplifier Operations Navigating through menus By using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver. >10 MEMORY -/-- 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY MASTER VOL RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME TV CH – PRESET – REPLAY ADVANCE < <...

  • Page 33: Overview Of The Menus

    Overview of the menus The following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 32. Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] LEVEL Test tone* [T. TONE] [1-LEVEL] Front speaker balance* (page 35) [FRT BAL] Center speaker level [CNT LVL] Surround left speaker level [SL LVL]...
  • Page 34 Menu Parameters [Display] [Display] AUDIO Digital audio input decoding [5-AUDIO] priority* [DEC. PRI.] (page 37) Digital broadcast language selection* [DUAL] Synchronizes audio with video output* [A.V. SYNC.] Naming inputs* [NAME IN] SYSTEM Front speakers distance* [6-SYSTEM] [FRT DIST.] (page 38) Center speaker distance* [CNT DIST.] Surround left speaker distance*...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Level (Level Menu)

    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”...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Tone (Tone Menu)

    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 32) and “Overview of the menus”...

  • Page 37: Settings For The Tuner (Tuner Menu)

    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 32) and “Overview of the menus”...

  • Page 38: Settings For The System (System Menu)

    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.
  • Page 39 The distance between the center speaker and the listening position B cannot be more than 1.5 meters closer than the one between the listening position and the front speaker A. Place the speakers so that the difference in the length of B in the following diagram is no more than 1.5 meters closer than the length of A.

  • Page 40: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically (A. Cal Menu)

    Surround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the CINEMA STUDIO EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the surround speakers positioned at a rather wide angle.

  • Page 41: Enjoying Surround Sound

    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. VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER...

  • Page 42: Selecting A Pre-Programmed Sound Field

    Selecting a pre- programmed sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre- programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER...
  • Page 43 • Sound fields with D C S mark use DCS technology. See “Glossary” (page 56). 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.

  • Page 44: Using Only The Front Speakers And Sub Woofer (2Ch Stereo)

    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.

  • Page 45: Tuner Operations

    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 22). The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table.

  • Page 46: Presetting Radio Stations

    Direct tuning You can enter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons. VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE >10 MEMORY -/-- 0/10 ENTER CLEAR Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver.

  • Page 47: Tuning To Preset Stations

    Press the numeric buttons to select a preset number. You can also press PRESET + or PRESET – repeatedly to select a preset number. If “MEMORY” goes out before you select the preset number, start again from step 3. Press ENTER. The station is stored as the selected preset number.

  • Page 48: Naming Preset Stations

    Naming preset stations VIDEO DVD/BD SA-CD/CD TUNER A.F.D. MOVIE MEMORY >10 -/-- 0/10 ENTER CLEAR TOOLS/ DISPLAY OPTIONS RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. Tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 47).

  • Page 49: Using The Radio Data System (Rds) (Models Of Area Code Cel, Cek Only)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can display RDS information.

  • Page 50: Other Operations

    Program type Description indication VARIED Other types of programs such as celebrity interviews, panel games, and comedy POP M Popular music programs ROCK M Rock music programs EASY M Easy Listening LIGHT M Instrumental, vocal, and choral music CLASSICS Performances of major orchestras, chamber music, opera, etc.

  • Page 51: Enjoying The Digital Media Port (Dmport)

    Enjoying the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) allows you to enjoy sound from a network system such as a portable audio source or computer. When you connect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter (not supplied), you can enjoy sound from the connected component on the receiver.

  • Page 52: Connecting The Digital Media Port Adapter

    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.

  • Page 53: Naming Inputs

    Listening/watching 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 and the image appears on the TV. For details, refer the operating instructions supplied with the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

  • Page 54: Changing The Display

    Changing the display You can check the sound field, etc., by changing the information on the display. Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for this operation. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows.

  • Page 55: Using The Remote

    (command mode BD1) Blu-ray disc recorder (command mode BD3) Not assigned Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which corresponds to 8 mm and VHS respectively. Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting.

  • Page 56: Additional Information

    C, available according to the studio type. x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 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”...

  • Page 57: Precautions

    x HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.
  • Page 58 Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any questions or problems concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. •...
  • Page 60 There is severe hum or noise. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters away from a TV set or fluorescent light.

  • Page 61: Error Messages

    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 62: Specifications

    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...
  • Page 63 AM tuner section Tuning range Area code Tuning scale 10 kHz step 9 kHz step CEL, CEK, AU – Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency 450 kHz General Power requirements Area code Power requirements CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz 230 V AC, 50 Hz Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) DC OUT:...

  • Page 64: Index

    DIGITAL MEDIA PORT connecting 52 input 29 Dolby Digital 56 DTS 56 DVD player connecting 20 playback 31 Error messages 61 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia HDMI connecting 18 Initial setup 23 INPUT MODE 50 Menu A. CAL 40 AUDIO 37...

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