Sony STR-DA6400ES Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Printed in Malaysia Multi Channel AV Receiver Using Network Features STR-DA6400ES ©2009 Sony Corporation 4-104-900-21(1)
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Page 2: About The Network Functions Of The Receiver
About This Manual Please read the operating instructions supplied with this receiver first. This manual is written on the assumption that you are skilled in the basic operation of this receiver after performing basic connection and setup according to the operating instructions. About the supplied manual STR-DA6400ES contains the following manuals. -
Page 3: What You Can Do With The Home Network Function
What you can do with the home network function You can do the following using the network function of the receiver. Sharing content (music, photos, and videos) on devices on a home network Playing back content You can play back music, photos, and videos stored on other devices such as a computer on your home network using this receiver (page 13). -
Page 4: Other Features
Listening to SHOUTcast over the Internet You can listen to SHOUTcast using the receiver (page 19). Internet Other features Changing the settings using a computer You can change the settings of the receiver using a computer on your home network (page 23). STR-DA6400ES Computer ES Utility application software... -
Page 5: Firmware Update
Firmware Update You can update the firmware of the receiver over the Internet (page 26). A) Update the firmware directly over the Internet Internet B) Update the firmware using a file downloaded from the Internet via a computer Internet STR-DA6400ES Computer ES Utility application software STR-DA6400ES... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
... 25 Updating the firmware ... 26 Additional Information Glossary ... 28 Troubleshooting ... 29 Specifications ... 30 End-User License Agreement for Sony Software Included in This Product ... 31 Copyrights ... 35 Index ... 40... -
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started 1: Connecting the receiver to your network Configuring your home network with DLNA- compliant devices. If your computer is connected to the Internet, you can connect this receiver to the Internet as well, through the wired LAN connection. Note The method used to connect your computer to the Internet depends on the devices, your ISP, your... - Page 8 Configuration example The following illustration is a configuration example of a home network with the receiver, a computer. We recommend that you use a wired connection. Internet Modem LAN cable (not supplied) Note The audio may be interrupted when you use a wireless connection.
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Page 9: 2: Configuring The Network Settings Of The Receiver
2: Configuring the network settings of the receiver The network settings for the receiver must be set correctly to use the network functions of the receiver. You can make the required network settings for the receiver by following the instructions provided by an initial setup wizard. -
Page 10: 3: Preparing Content For Delivery To The Home Network
3: Preparing content for delivery to the home network This receiver can deliver the audio of a component connected to the receiver using an audio cord or audio from an FM/AM tuner over the home network. Connecting components to the receiver using an audio cord This receiver delivers to a device on a home network analog audio signals of a device connected to the analog audio input jack or DMPORT jack of the receiver. -
Page 11: 4: Preparing A Computer To Use As A Server
Network 100Base-TX or higher Sound Direct Sound compatible sound card card Note Sony does not guarantee trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements. Other software operating on background may affect the operation of this software. Installing the VAIO Media plus... - Page 12 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The installation launcher starts automatically, then a Software Setup window appears on the screen. If installation launcher does not start automatically, double-click “SetupLauncher.exe” on the disc. CD-ROM (VAIO Media plus application software) (supplied) Install the VAIO Media plus...
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Page 13: Sharing Content
Sharing Content (music, photos, and videos) on Devices on the Home Network Enjoying content stored on the server A server is a device which delivers content (music, photos, and videos) to a DLNA device on a home network. You can play back music, photos, and videos stored on the server using the receiver. Computer Press AMP. - Page 14 Using the remote to play back content You can enjoy content on the server by using the following buttons. Press AMP to operate the receiver using the remote. Content Type Music Photo Remote button > * This button may not work depending on the connected server or the content type.
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Page 15: Enjoying Content Stored On A Server In Zone 2
Enjoying content stored on a server in zone 2 You can select and play back from zone 2 content stored on a device on the home network by using the IR repeater (not supplied). Playing back content in zone 2 Turn on the main receiver (this receiver). -
Page 16: Enjoying The Audio Of A Component Connected To The Receiver Using Other Device Via The Home Network
Tips • You can enjoy content played back in the main zone in zone 2 or zone 3 by pressing SOURCE on the remote. • You can control the playback operation using the remote. For details, see “Using the remote to play back content”... - Page 17 Listening to the audio of the components connected to the receiver or the built-in FM/AM tuner on a device on your home network The following illustration is an example of listening to the audio of a component connected to the receiver using a computer.
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Page 18: Home Network
Content/input which can be selected from the device on your home network Content which can be played back/listened to with a device on your home network Content which can be played back using a device on your home network are as follows. Content Playback Music (analog signal) -
Page 19: Listening To Shoutcast Using The Receiver
Listening to SHOUTcast Using the Receiver Listening to SHOUTcast SHOUTcast is a digital audio streaming technology-based radio service. SHOUTcast is a directory of internet radio stations, allowing users to access thousands of free online radio stations from DJs and broadcasters around the world. Refer to http://www.shoutcast.com for details. -
Page 20: Selecting Preset Stations
Presetting favorite stations You can register your favorite SHOUTcast stations on the receiver. Press OPTIONS while listening to the radio station. Press V/v repeatedly to select “Add to Preset,” then press The preset number list appears on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select the preset number you want to preset, then press... -
Page 21: Adjusting The Receiver Settings Using Pc Application Software
Adjusting the Receiver Settings Using PC Application Software Features of the ES Utility application software You can check the settings of the receiver, and adjust those settings using your computer, as well as using the receiver, after installing the ES Utility application software provided on the CD-ROM supplied with the receiver. -
Page 22: Using Other Functions
Using Other Functions Checking the network settings You can check the network settings of the receiver using the Network settings menu. Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “... -
Page 23: Changing The Network Settings
Changing the network settings You can change the network settings of the receiver using the Network settings menu. Configuring network settings automatically Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Press V/v repeatedly to select “... - Page 24 Press V/v/B/b and character one by one to enter the IP address. Press V/v/B/b to select “Finish,” then press Press b to display the next screen. Repeat the process in steps 8 to 11 again to enter the Subnet mask, Gateway address, Primary DNS address, and Secondary DNS address.
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Page 25: Changing The Settings Of The Home Network Function Of The Receiver
Changing the settings of the home network function of the receiver You can set up the receiver to be used as a server. Turning the server function on/ Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. -
Page 26: Updating The Firmware
Updating the firmware You can check the version of the firmware on the system of the receiver, and you can also update the firmware of the receiver. Checking the system information Press AMP. The receiver can be operated using the remote. - Page 27 Press V/v repeatedly to select “Start,” then press Receiver updating starts. The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp on the front panel flashes while updating. When the updating complete, the receiver will restart automatically. Notes • In the following cases, a message appears on the TV screen and the update of the receiver is not performed.
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Page 28: Glossary
Additional Information Glossary x Broadband General name for communication lines that use a broad frequency bandwidth for sending and receiving large amounts of video or audio data at high speed. Currently, ADSL, CATV, FTTH and other systems are identified as broadband. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
?/1 on the remote or POWER on the receiver to turn the receiver on again. About support information Refer to the following web site for details of the latest information on the receiver. http://support.sony-europe.com/quickjump/... -
Page 30: Specifications
Specifications Supported playback formats Content delivered from the device on the home network needs to support the following formats for you to play back content on this receiver. Type of content Format MPEG-2 PS Video Windows Media Video (WMV) Linear PCM MPEG-1 Layer3 (MP3) Music Windows Media Audio... -
Page 31: End-User License Agreement For Sony Software Included In This Product
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGREEMENT. IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: This End-User License Agreement (“EULA”) is a legal agreement between you and Sony Corporation (“SONY”), the manufacturer of this Sony hardware device (“PRODUCT”). All SOFTWARE and third party software (other than software subject to its own separate... - Page 32 You agree to use the SOFTWARE only in compliance with all such laws and agreements that apply to such content. You agree that SONY may take appropriate measures to protect copyright of content stored, processed or used by the SOFTWARE.
- Page 33 In situations where a back-up copy of the SOFTWARE is furnished on CD-ROM media, SONY warrants that for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of its delivery to you the CD-ROM media on which the back-up copy of...
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Page 34: Limitation Of Liability
SONY’s current privacy policy. AUTOMATIC UPDATE FEATURE From time to time, SONY or third parties may automatically update or otherwise modify the SOFTWARE, for example, but not limited to, for purposes of enhancement of security... -
Page 35: Copyrights
NOTICE. If you do not agree to the terms to be amended, which shall be notified to you by SONY before they take effect, you must return the entire PRODUCT, any other materials bundled in the package at the time of the... - Page 36 (ii) DECODE VC-1 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON- COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE VC-1 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.
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Page 40: Index
Index AM 17 Connections Components 10 Network 7 DLNA 2 ES Utility 21 Favorite stations 20 Firmware 26 FM 17 Home network 10 Listening 19 Multi Zone 15 Network settings Change 23 Check 22 Playback Music 13 Photos 13 Videos 13 Repeat 14 Server Preparing 11...