MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVERSTR-ZA3000ES/STR-ZA2000ES/STR-ZA1000ES

Using HDMI connections

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface that transmits video and audio signals in digital format. Connecting devices made by Sony that are “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible makes operations simpler. See “Interlocking other devices using an HDMI connection (“BRAVIA” Sync).”

HDMI features

  • Digital audio signals transmitted by HDMI can be output from the speakers and the PRE OUT jacks on this receiver (the PRE OUT jacks are only for STR-ZA3000ES). This signal supports Dolby Digital, DTS, DSD, and Linear PCM. For details, see “Digital audio formats supported by the receiver.”
  • The receiver can receive Multi Channel Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less via an HDMI connection.
  • Analog video signals input to the VIDEO jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be output as HDMI signals. Audio signals input to the OPTICAL IN, COAXIAL IN and ANALOG IN jacks can be output as HDMI signals with converted analog video signals from the HDMI OUT B jack when [HDMI Out B Mode] is set to [Zone2].
  • This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), Deep Color, “x.v.Color,” and 4K or 3D transmission.
  • To enjoy 3D images, connect a 3D-compatible TV and video device (Blu-ray Disc Player, Blu-ray Disc recorder, PlayStation 3, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, put on 3D glasses, and then play 3D-compatible content.
  • To enjoy 4K images, connect a 4K-compatible TV or video device (Blu-ray Disc Player, etc.) to the receiver using High Speed HDMI cables, and then play 4K-compatible content.
  • The HDMI jacks designated as being “HDCP 2.2” support High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection System Revision 2.2 (HDCP 2.2). Connect these HDMI jacks to jacks that support HDCP 2.2 on a TV or a player. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected device for details.

Note

  • Depending on the TV or video device, 4K or 3D images may not be displayed. Check the HDMI video formats supported by the receiver.
  • Refer to the operating instructions of each connected device for details.