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MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER
STR-DH790
This Help Guide explains functions and settings that are not mentioned in the supplied Startup Guide or Operating
Instructions.
Introduction
How to use this Help Guide
Using the home menu
Playback
Overview
Playing AV devices
Playing back video and sound from connected AV devices
Listening to the radio
Listening to FM radio
Tuning to a station directly
Presetting FM radio stations
Setting the FM station receiving mode [FM Mode]
Naming preset stations [Name In]
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  • Page 1 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 This Help Guide explains functions and settings that are not mentioned in the supplied Startup Guide or Operating Instructions. Introduction How to use this Help Guide Using the home menu Playback Overview Playing AV devices...
  • Page 2 Receiving RDS broadcasts (for European and Asia-Pacific models only) Selecting sound effects Selecting a sound field Selectable sound fields and their effects Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs Enjoying clear sound at a low volume level [Night Mode] Selecting the Auto Calibration type [Calibration Type] Adjusting the equalizer [Equalizer] Enjoying high-fidelity sound [Pure Direct] Resetting sound fields to the default settings...
  • Page 3 Operating the receiver menu using the TV remote control (Remote Easy Control function) About Language Follow function Using the sleep timer Switching the brightness of the display panel Saving power during standby mode Viewing information on the display panel Reverting to the factory default settings Adjusting settings using the menu on the display panel Operating the receiver with the menu on the display panel List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel...
  • Page 4 Turning off the receiver and connected devices simultaneously with the TV (System Power Off function) “STBY.LINK” Enjoying sound of a TV compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function Enjoying content of a connected device without turning on the receiver “STBY.THRU” Setting the HDMI audio signal output of connected devices “AUDIO.OUT”...
  • Page 5 Sound from devices other than TV No sound or only a very low level of sound is heard, no matter which device is selected. No sound or only a very low level of sound is heard from specific speakers. There is no sound from a specific device. The left and right sound is unbalanced or reversed.
  • Page 6 The Control for HDMI function does not work properly. Remote control The remote control does not function. If the problem is not solved Reverting to the factory default settings Resetting sound fields to the default settings Customer support websites Other Information Trademarks 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 7 Setting menu items and parameters displayed on the TV screen are indicated using [ ], and setting menu items displayed on the display panel of the receiver are indicated using “ ”. You cannot search by entering multiple keywords at the same time. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 8: Using The Home Menu

    Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Using the home menu You can display the menu of the receiver on the TV screen to select the desired setting menu. Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected.
  • Page 9 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 10 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Overview This topic explains the operations you can perform to enjoy movies and music with this receiver. For example, you can use multiple devices with this receiver as shown below. BLUETOOTH devices Enjoying audio content from a WALKMAN®, smartphone or tablet You can transmit audio from a WALKMAN, smartphone or tablet to the receiver via BLUETOOTH connection.
  • Page 11 To connect a turntable that only has a PHONO output jack, you need to connect a phono equalizer (not supplied) between the turntable and this receiver. Related Topic Playing back video and sound from connected AV devices 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Playing back video and sound from connected AV devices Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected. Press HOME. The home menu is displayed on the TV screen.
  • Page 13 To make fine adjustments Turn the knob slowly. Press one of the buttons and release it immediately. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 14: Listening To Fm Radio

    Repeat this step until you are tuned in to the desired station. FM screen A: Frequency indication Shows the frequency of the station which the tuner is receiving. Hint You can also use TUNING+/– on the remote control or on the receiver for tuning. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 Hint The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below: USA and Canadian models 100 kHz Other models 50 kHz 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 16: Presetting Fm Radio Stations

    Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Presetting FM radio stations You can store up to 30 FM stations as your favorite stations. Select [Listen] - [FM] from the home menu. The FM screen appears. Tune to the station that you want to preset.
  • Page 17 You can also tune in to a preset station by pressing PRESET+/– on the remote control. Related Topic Naming preset stations [Name In] 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 This function works only when [FM] is selected as the input. Hint This operation can also be performed using the display panel on the receiver by pressing AMP MENU. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 19 Press BACK. Hint This operation can also be performed using the display panel on the receiver by pressing AMP MENU. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to does not transmit the RDS signal or if the signal strength is weak. Some letters that can be displayed on the TV screen cannot be displayed on the display panel. Hint You can check the frequency while a Program Service name is displayed by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Selecting A Sound Field

    You can also use 2CH/MULTI, MOVIE, MUSIC, or FRONT SURROUND on the remote control, or 2CH/MULTI, MOVIE, or MUSIC on the receiver to select a sound field. Related Topic Selectable sound fields and their effects Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs Resetting sound fields to the default settings 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 22 Front Reproduces full surround effects with only two front speakers using Sony’s Surround FRT SUR. virtual signal processing technology.
  • Page 23 Dolby Atmos is decoded as Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Digital Plus when a sound field other than [Multi Ch Stereo], [A.F.D.] (Auto Format Decoding), or [Dolby Surround] is selected. Related Topic Selecting a sound field 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs The list below shows which speaker outputs sound when a certain sound field is selected. Note When no sound is heard, check that all the speakers are securely connected to the correct speaker terminals, and the correct speaker pattern is selected.
  • Page 25 No sound is output when [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. Related Topic Selecting a sound field 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 You can also set the Night Mode function on and off by using NIGHT MODE on the receiver or on the remote control. While the Night Mode function is turned on, the bass, treble, and effect levels increase, and “D. RANGE” is automatically set to “COMP. ON”. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27 Full Flat: Makes the measurement of frequency from each speaker flat. Engineering: Sets to “the Sony listening room standard” frequency characteristics. Front Ref.: Adjusts the characteristics of all of the speakers to match the characteristics of the front speaker.
  • Page 28 Pure Direct function is activated. Depending on the audio format, the receiver may play signals at a lower sampling frequency than the original sampling frequency of the input signals. Frequencies for [Bass] and [Treble] are fixed. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Enjoying High-Fidelity Sound [Pure Direct]

    This operation can be performed by pressing PURE DIRECT on the front of the receiver or on the remote control. Related Topic Selecting a sound field Selecting the optimum sound field automatically (Sound Mode/Scene Select function) “S.F. SYNC” Compressing the dynamic range “D. RANGE” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 30: Resetting Sound Fields To The Default Settings

    Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. Turn off the receiver. While holding down MUSIC, press (power) on the receiver. “S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display panel and all sound fields are reset to their default setting. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 You can receive audio from a WALKMAN, smartphone, or tablet that has a BLUETOOTH function and listen to the received audio content via this receiver. Listening to sound from a BLUETOOTH device (Pairing operation) “Compatible BLUETOOTH version and profiles” for details on BLUETOOTH device versions and profiles that can be paired. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 You cannot set this function when [BT] (BLUETOOTH device) is selected as the input. (“BT POWER” on the display panel will become dimmed.) Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 This receiver is displayed as “STR-DH790”. Select “STR-DH790” on the BLUETOOTH device display. If “STR-DH790” is not displayed, repeat this process from step 1. Make sure that the connection is completed and that the BLUETOOTH indicator has stopped flashing and remains lit up.
  • Page 34 Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows: BLUETOOTH - BLUETOOTH device name - BLUETOOTH device address - Sound field currently applied - Volume level Related Topic Setting the BLUETOOTH standby mode “BT STBY” Setting BLUETOOTH audio codecs “BT AAC” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 35 The functions may differ depending on the specifications of the BLUETOOTH device. The audio playback on this receiver may be delayed from that on the BLUETOOTH device because of the characteristics of the BLUETOOTH wireless technology. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers are automatically set to [Large]. You can also adjust the size of each speaker from the “<SPKR>” menu on the display panel. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 The surround back speakers will be set to the same setting as that of the surround speakers. Hint You can also set the crossover frequency of speakers from the “<SPKR>” menu on the display panel. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 You can also adjust the level of each speaker from the “<LEVEL>” menu on the display panel. Related Topic Relations between sound fields and speaker outputs List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 You can also adjust the distance of each speaker from the “<SPKR>” menu on the display panel. You can switch the unit of measurement between “METER” and “FEET”. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel Selecting the unit of measurement “DIST.UNIT” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 40: What Is "Bravia" Sync

    What is “BRAVIA” Sync? “BRAVIA” Sync is an extended function developed by Sony based on the Control for HDMI (*1) function. By connecting “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible devices, such as a TV or a Blu-ray Disc player, using an HDMI cable (*2) (not supplied) you can control the devices with the TV remote control.
  • Page 41 Turn on the Control for HDMI function of the connected devices. For details on setting the connected device, refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices. Note Perform the steps above again if you unplug the HDMI cable or change the connection. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 Note Depending on the status of the device, the connected device may not turn off. The System Power Off function may work with devices other than ones manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel...
  • Page 43 TV may differ from the number on the display panel of the receiver. System Audio Control function may work with devices other than ones manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Depending on the settings of the TV, the System Audio Control function may not be available. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
  • Page 44 Depending on the TV, the beginning part of content being played may not play correctly. One-Touch Play function may work with devices other than ones manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Related Topic Enjoying content of a connected device without turning on the receiver “STBY.THRU”...
  • Page 45 When the sound field switches according to the Scene Select or Sound Mode setting on your TV, the sound may be interrupted. The Sound Mode/Scene Select function is a function developed by Sony, and cannot be used on devices other than ones manufactured by Sony.
  • Page 46 Internet. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Note The Home Theatre Control function is a function developed by Sony, and cannot be used on devices other than ones manufactured by Sony. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 The receiver is recognized as [Tuner] by the TV. Some of the operations may not be available depending on the type of TV. Remote Easy Control function may work with devices other than ones manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 The on-screen display language of the receiver may be changed simultaneously when you change the language for the on-screen display of the TV. Related Topic Preparing to use the “BRAVIA” Sync function Controlling HDMI devices “CTRL.HDMI” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: Using The Sleep Timer

    “SLEEP” lights up on the display panel when the sleep timer is activated. Hint To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears on the display panel. The sleep timer will be canceled if you press (power). 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 You can adjust the brightness of the display panel in three levels. Press DIMMER. Each time you press DIMMER, the display on the display panel changes cyclically as follows: “BRIGHT” - “DARK” - no display Hint You can also use DIMMER on the receiver. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Set “<HDMI>” - “STBY.THRU” to “OFF”. Set “<BT>” - “BT STBY” to “STBY OFF”. Related Topic Controlling HDMI devices “CTRL.HDMI” Enjoying content of a connected device without turning on the receiver “STBY.THRU” Setting the BLUETOOTH standby mode “BT STBY” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 52: Viewing Information On The Display Panel

    A preset number will appear only if the frequency has been set in the preset memory. Note Characters or marks in some languages may not be displayed. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 53: Reverting To The Factory Default Settings

    “CLEARING” flashes on the display panel for a while, then changes to “CLEARED *”. Note It takes a few minutes for the memory to be cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until “CLEARED *” appears on the display panel. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed on the display panel. This means that they are either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. Related Topic Viewing information on the display panel List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel You can adjust the following settings from the setting menu on the display panel of the receiver by pressing AMP MENU.
  • Page 56 The settings below are explained using menus displayed on the TV screen. Refer to “Adjusting the speaker distance [Distance].” Front left speaker distance “FL DIST.” (*2) Front right speaker distance “FR DIST.” (*2) Center speaker distance “CNT DIST.” (*2) Surround left speaker distance “SL DIST.” (*2) Surround right speaker distance “SR DIST.”...
  • Page 57 USB update “UPDATE” Version display “VER. X.XXX” (*7) Model name display “STR-DH790” You can select this setting only when you have performed Auto Calibration and saved the settings. Some parameters or settings may not be available depending on the speaker pattern setting.
  • Page 58 The receiver may play signals at a lower sampling frequency than the actual sampling frequency of the input signals, depending on the audio format. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver. The adjusted value is shown on the display panel during adjustment. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Select “<LEVEL>” - “TV.OFFSET” on the display panel. Adjust the level. You can adjust it within the range of “TV 0 dB” to “TV +6 dB”. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 61 [Surround Dolby Speakers] or [Front Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. For details on [Easy Setup], refer to the Operating Instructions. Headphones are not connected. Related Topic Selecting the unit of measurement “DIST.UNIT” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 Select the setting you want. FEET: The distance is displayed in feet. METER: The distance is displayed in meters. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 Depending on the input, “IN MODE” may be dimmed on the display panel and other modes cannot be selected. Hint You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver to select the input in step 1. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 You can move the input position backward and forward by pressing Repeat step 4 to input characters one by one, then press The name you entered is registered. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 One reassignment is allowed for each input. If no sound is output from the jacks which you have assigned, also check the “IN MODE” settings. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 The receiver may play signals at a lower sampling frequency than the actual sampling frequency of the input signals, depending on the audio format. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 MAIN: Sound in the main language will be output. SUB: Sound in the sub language will be output. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 COMP. AUTO: The dynamic range is compressed automatically when there is a flag in the sound source that recommends using the D. RANGE function. COMP. OFF Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 [2ch Stereo], [Direct], [Dolby Surround] or [Front Surround] is selected. [Pure Direct] is set to [On]. Headphones are connected. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 Select “<AUDIO>” - “DIALOG” on the display panel. Adjust the dialog level. Note This function may not work depending on the audio signals. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 (power) indicator on the front panel lights up in red if “CTRL.HDMI” is set to “CTRL ON”. Related Topic Preparing to use the “BRAVIA” Sync function List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 Note Depending on the status of the device, the connected device may not turn off. The System Power Off function may work with devices other than ones manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel...
  • Page 73 MODE”.” Note Audio Return Channel (ARC) function may work on devices other than ones manufactured by Sony. However, operation is not guaranteed. Be sure to turn off the volume of the TV or activate the muting function of the TV.
  • Page 74 Select “<HDMI>” - “STBY.THRU” on the display panel. Select the setting you want. ON: The receiver continuously outputs HDMI signals from the HDMI TV OUT jack when in standby mode. Sony recommends this setting if you are using a TV that is not manufactured by Sony.
  • Page 75 When you select “TV+AMP,” only sound from the HDMI IN jacks is output from the speaker of the TV. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 When the sound field switches according to the Scene Select or Sound Mode setting on your TV, the sound may be interrupted. The Sound Mode/Scene Select function is a function developed by Sony, and cannot be used on devices other than ones manufactured by Sony.
  • Page 77 SW +10 dB SW 0 dB Note This setting is invalid when [FM], [BT], [SA-CD/CD] or [TV] is selected. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 (power) indicator on the front panel will light up in red when the receiver is in the standby mode. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 You cannot use this function while a BLUETOOTH device is connected. In this case, “BT AAC” on the display panel is dimmed. Hint You can enjoy high-quality sound if AAC is enabled. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 You cannot set this function when [BT] (BLUETOOTH device) is selected as the input. (“BT POWER” on the display panel will become dimmed.) Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 If you use the “AUTO.STBY” function and the sleep timer at the same time, the sleep timer has priority. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 Do not turn the receiver off while the software is being updated. It may cause a malfunction. You cannot restore the old version after updating the software. Related Topic Customer support websites List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 Select “<SYSTEM>” on the display panel. Press repeatedly until “VER. X.XXX” is displayed. Software version appears on the display panel. Related Topic List of settings that can be adjusted using the menu on the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 The impedance of the connected speakers may be below the rated impedance range indicated on the back panel of the receiver. Connect speakers whose impedance falls within the range. After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the receiver. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 USB FAIL Overcurrent from the POWER SUPPLY port was detected. Turn off the receiver, disconnect the USB device, and then turn the receiver back on. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 If “<SYSTEM>” - “AUTO.STBY” is set to “STBY ON” on the display panel, set it to “STBY OFF”. The sleep timer function was activated. “PROTECT” was activated. Related Topic Setting standby mode “AUTO.STBY” Using the sleep timer PROTECT 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Help Guide MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 Cannot find an available input when connecting several digital devices. You can reassign the COAXIAL/OPTICAL digital audio input jacks to other inputs. “Using other audio input jacks “A. ASSIGN”.” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 TV. If sound was output from the speakers of the TV last time, the receiver does not turn on even when the TV is turned Related Topic Preparing to use the “BRAVIA” Sync function 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 TV-power off operation, regardless of the input of the receiver. Related Topic Turning off the receiver and connected devices simultaneously with the TV (System Power Off function) “STBY.LINK” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 Control for HDMI function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Related Topic Preparing to use the “BRAVIA” Sync function Turning off the receiver and connected devices simultaneously with the TV (System Power Off function) “STBY.LINK” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 “MUTING” is displayed on the display panel of the receiver. If this happens, turn on the TV first, then the receiver. Switch input of the receiver to [TV]. Increase the volume on the receiver or cancel muting. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 If audio signals from the connected HDMI device are output from both the speakers connected to the receiver and the TV speakers, press AMP MENU and then set “<HDMI>” - “AUDIO.OUT” to “AMP” on the display panel. Audio signals will be output from only the speakers connected to the receiver. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 “AUTO” or “ON” on the display panel. If a device that supports the Control for HDMI function but is not manufactured by Sony is connected, press AMP MENU and set “<HDMI>” - “CTRL.HDMI” to “CTRL ON” on the display panel.
  • Page 94 Sound Mode setting on your TV. To avoid the sound being interrupted, set the function to “OFF,” and then select the desired sound field. Related Topic Selecting the optimum sound field automatically (Sound Mode/Scene Select function) “S.F. SYNC” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 If you do not want to switch the sound field automatically, set the function to “OFF”. This allows you to assign a sound field to each input of the receiver. Related Topic Selecting the optimum sound field automatically (Sound Mode/Scene Select function) “S.F. SYNC” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 If you want to listen to sound from the TV speaker, press AMP MENU, then set “<HDMI>” - “AUDIO.OUT” to “TV+AMP” on the display panel. If you cannot play multi-channel audio source, set to “AMP”. However, the sound will not be output through the TV speaker. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 [A.F.D.] (Auto Format Decoding) is selected as the sound field setting. [Speaker Pattern] is set to [5.1.2ch], and [Front Dolby Speakers], [Top Middle Speakers], or [Surround Dolby Speakers] is selected for [Front High/Top/Dolby Speakers] in [Easy Setup]. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 Change the input of the receiver to the HDMI input connected to the device. Check that the selected digital audio input jack is not assigned to another input. Related Topic Setting the HDMI audio signal output of connected devices “AUDIO.OUT” 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 The left and right sound is unbalanced or reversed. Check that the speakers and device are connected correctly and securely. Adjust the sound level parameters using [Speaker Setting] from the home menu. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 Depending on the settings of the playback device, the content may not be played back in the Dolby Atmos format. If you are using a Blu-ray Disc player manufactured by Sony, set [Audio Settings] - [BD Audio MIX Setting] to [Off].
  • Page 101 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 How can I check if Dolby Atmos content is being played? Press DISPLAY repeatedly on the remote control or on the receiver. If Dolby Atmos content is being played back, “ATMOS” will appear on the display panel. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 Press AMP MENU, then set “<HDMI>” - “AUDIO.OUT” to “AMP” on the display panel. You can only enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD) and object-based audio formats (DTS:X and Dolby Atmos) and DSD and Multi Channel Linear PCM with an HDMI connection. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 Be sure to select the optimal sound field for the content. For details on the sound fields, see “Selectable sound fields and their effects.” Dolby Surround and Neural:X do not work when the speaker pattern is set to “2.0” or “2.1”. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 A test tone is not output from the speakers. The speaker cables may not be connected securely. Check that they are connected securely and cannot be disconnected by pulling on them slightly. The speaker cables may have short-circuited. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 A test tone is output from a different speaker than the speaker displayed on the display panel. The speaker pattern setting is incorrect. Make sure that the speaker connections and the speaker pattern match correctly. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 “AUTO” or “ON” on the display panel. If a device that supports the Control for HDMI function but is not manufactured by Sony is connected, press AMP MENU and set “<HDMI>” - “CTRL.HDMI” to “CTRL ON” on the display panel.
  • Page 108 18 Gbps, is required for 4K/60p 4:4:4, 4:2:2 and 4K/60p 4:2:0 10 bit, etc. If you want to play HDCP 2.2 content, connect the receiver to an HDMI input jack of a TV that is compatible with HDCP 2.2. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109 Be sure to connect the receiver to an HDMI input jack of a TV or video device that supports 4K. You have to connect an HDMI cable to an HDMI jack that supports HDCP 2.2 when you use a playback device for 4K resolution video content, etc. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 “AUTO” or “ON” on the display panel. If a device that supports the Control for HDMI function but is not manufactured by Sony is connected, press AMP MENU and set “<HDMI>” - “CTRL.HDMI” to “CTRL ON” on the display panel.
  • Page 111 Check that the appropriate input is selected on the TV. Select the HDMI input to which the receiver is connected. The home menu may take some time to appear on the TV screen depending on the TV. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 Press DIMMER on the receiver or on the remote control to select “BRIGHT” or “DARK”. Related Topic Enjoying high-fidelity sound [Pure Direct] Switching the brightness of the display panel 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 TV. Select the language on the receiver again to return to the previous setting. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114 MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER STR-DH790 The FM stereo reception is poor. Select [Listen] - [FM] from the home menu, then select [FM Mode] - [Mono]. Related Topic Setting the FM station receiving mode [FM Mode] 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations is used). Preset the stations. Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency appears on the display panel. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 The service may be temporarily out of order. Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question. Select a stronger FM station. The station you tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal or the signal is weak. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Pairing Cannot Be Done

    Pairing may not be possible if there are other BLUETOOTH devices near the receiver. In this case, turn off the other BLUETOOTH devices. If you are prompted to enter a passkey during the pairing operation, enter [0000]. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 The pairing registration information has been erased. Perform the pairing operation again. While connected to a BLUETOOTH device, this receiver cannot be detected by other BLUETOOTH devices. Erase the pairing registration information of the BLUETOOTH device and perform the pairing operation again. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 If there are obstructions between the receiver and your BLUETOOTH device, remove these or move the receiver and/or the BLUETOOTH device away from the obstructions. If there is a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave oven nearby, move it away. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120 The sound of your BLUETOOTH device cannot be heard on the receiver. Turn up the volume on your BLUETOOTH device first, and then adjust the volume using + on the remote control (or MASTER VOLUME on the receiver). 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 BLUETOOTH device away from the obstructions. If there is a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave oven nearby, move it away. Turn down the volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc players, DVD players, etc.): up to 3 devices Tuner-related devices: up to 4 devices (one of them is used by this receiver) Audio system (receiver/headphones): up to 1 device (used by this receiver) 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 123 Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the receiver. Remove any obstructions between the remote control and the receiver. Replace both of the batteries in the remote control with new ones if they are weak. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 “CLEARING” flashes on the display panel for a while, then changes to “CLEARED *”. Note It takes a few minutes for the memory to be cleared completely. Do not turn the receiver off until “CLEARED *” appears on the display panel. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver to perform this operation. Turn off the receiver. While holding down MUSIC, press (power) on the receiver. “S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display panel and all sound fields are reset to their default setting. 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: Customer Support Websites

    Refer to the following websites for the latest information on the receiver. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in Europe: www.sony.eu/support For customers in Asia-Pacific countries and regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support 4-731-211-11(1) Copyright 2018 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 WALKMAN® and WALKMAN® logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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