Sony STR-AV1070X User Manual

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FMSteiw/FM-AM

Receiver

Operating Instructions

STR-AV1070X

STR-AV970X

Warning

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK),

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol in intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-22 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Owner's Record

The model number is located on the rear exterior and serial number is on the rear. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No,_

Serial No.

For the customers in Canada

CAUTION :

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE,

Getting Started

Basic operation

Advanced Operation

Appendix

Quick Reference

Warning.....................................................................................................................................	2
Outline.......................................................................................................................................	4
Precautions...............................................................................................................................	4
installing....................................................................................................................................	5
Notes on installation ...........................................................................................................	5
Loading the remote commander with batteries..................................................................	5
Connections..............................................................................................................................	6
Notes on connections.........................................................................................................	6
Connecting audio equipment..............................................................................................	6
Connecting video equipment...............................................................................................	7
Connecting the FM antenna................................................................................................	8
Connecting the AM antenna................................................................................................	8
Connecting speaker systems..............................................................................................	9
Connecting the AC power...................................................................................................	9
Parts identification...................................................................................................................	10
Front panel........................................................................................................................	10
Remote commander..........................................................................................................	12
Audio adjustment....................................................................................................................	14
Adjusting volume...............................................................................................................	14
Adjusting left and right sound balance..............................................................................	14
Reinforcing the bass.........................................................................................................	14
Selecting the speaker system............................................................................................	14
Selecting a program source....................................................................................................	15
Labeling the program source............................................................................................	16
Radio reception......................................................................................................................	17
Tuning in a station directly — Direct tuning .......................................................................	17
Scanning stations automatically — Auto tuning.................................................................	18
Presetting stations — Station preset.................................................................................	19
Tuning in a preset station — Preset tuning .....................................................................	20
Labeling the preset stations — Index input.......................................................................	21
Selecting a station among the preset stations having the same index
— Index tuning...............................................................................................................	22
Receiving FM simulcast TV programs..............................................................................	22
Audio recording.......................................................................................................................	23
Recording on an audio tape deck or DAT deck.................................................................	23
Tape dubbing....................................................................................................................	23
Video recording.......................................................................................................................	24
Video tape'editing..............................................................................................................	24
Adding new sound on a video tape during video editing...................................................	25
Using the graphic equalizer....................................................................................................	27
Creating a equalization curve...........................................................................................	27
Obtaining the surround effect.................................................................................................	28
Available types of effects..................................................................................................	28
Placement of speakers for DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode....................................................	28
Adjusting the speaker level for Dolby surround system....................................................	29
Listening with surround effect...........................................................................................	29
Storing sound effect — Sound field memory..........................................................................	30
Storing the sound field setting..........................................................................................	30
Calling up the sound field setting......................................................................................	30
Storing the sound field memory to preset stations............................................................	31
Receiving the preset station stored with the linked sound field setting............................	31
Enjoying sound in another room.............................................................................................	32
Overview...........................................................................................................................	32
Connections......................................................................................................................	32
Operation..........................................................................................................................	33
How to use the tearing funciton (STR-AV1070X only)............................................................	34
Programming signals of other audio/video equipment with programmable system...............
commander RM-P311 ..................................................................................................	34
Controlling equipment.......................................................................................................	35
Troubleshooting guide.............................................................................................................	36
Specifications..........................................................................................................................	38
Quick reference........................................................................................................................	40
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The STR-AV1070X/AV970X is an FM Stereo/FM-AM receiver and audio/video control center. You can enjoy various audio/video program sources with this unit.

TV/video programs

•You can enjoy TV or CATV programs with FM simulcast.

•Sounds from various audio program sources can be added on video tapes during editing.

Tuner

•Precise tuning is ensured by a quartz lock digital synthesizer.

•Station Index system allows you to tune Into a station quickly.

Remote control

•The supplied remote commander allows you to remotely control both the unit and the equipment connected to the unit.

•The commander supplied with the STR-AV1070X can learn various functions of other remote commanders of the infrared type.

Display

•The frequency of each tuned-in broadcast station is displayed.

•The current selection/operation is displayed to clearly indicate what is taking place.

Electronic graphic equalizer

•You can enjoy audio program sources with an appropriate equalization curve.

Surround sound system

This unit incorporates all of 3 types of surround effect.

•DOLBY PRO LOGIC : The STR-AV1070X and the STRAV970X Incorporate the Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder which has the same functions for playback, as movie theaters and gives a theater-like experience in your listening room, naturally reproducing the audio sound field.

•Hall Surround-provides reverberation effect that is produced in a large concert hall.

•Simulated Surround-gives the feeling of width and thickness to monaural sound of old movie program, etc.

•The input balance of Dolby surround program sources is automatically adjusted.

Sound field

•The sound field function has 11 combinations of surround effect, equalizer curve, and DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feed Back). With an appropriate sound field setting, you can enjoy audio program sources as your preference.

•Combined use of the sound field function and the preset station index system allows you to enjoy broadcast listening immediately with the memorized sound field setting.

Dual room link control (DRLC)

•The DRLC function allows you to link a second room to your main or primary listening room. You can enjoy listening to either the same program source being played in the main room or a different program source in the second room.

Precautions

On safety

•Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

•One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

On operation

Before making program source connections, be sure to turn the power switch off and unplug the unit.

On cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

For detailed safety precautions, see the “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" leaflet.

If you have any question or problem concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the following patents: U.S. numbers 3,632,886, 3,746,792, and 3,959.590, Canadian numbers 1,004,603 and 1,037,877. "DOLBY” and the double-D symbol □□ are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Installing

Notes on Installation

To prevent internal heat buildup in the unit,

place the unit in a location with adequate air circulation.

Do not install the unit:

—near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts.

—in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

Do not place anything on top of the cabinet.

The top ventilation holes must be unobstructed for the proper operation of the unit and to prolong the life of its components.

Do not throw away the carton and packing material!

It will be an ideal container when transporting the system for repair work, etc.

Loading the Remote Commander with Batteries

Before operating remote commander, install the batteries as shown.

To avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion

When the commander will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries.

Battery life

Normal operation can be expected about a half year using Sony SUM-3 (NS), and a year using Sony AM-3 (NW) alkaline batteries.

When the batteries are run down, the remote commander will not operate the unit. In this case, replace batteries with new ones.

Changing the AM tuning interval

The AM tuning interval is preset to 10 kHz. To use the receiver where the frequency allocation system is based on a 9 kHz interval, make the following adjustments.

1 Turn on the power and tune in any AM station.

2Turn off the power.

3Press the POWER button while pressing the V’ PRESET TUNING button.

To reset the AM tuning interval, repeat the above steps.

Caution

When the interval is changed, all preset stations which you have memorized will be erased. After changing the interval, be sure to preset the stations again.

Connections

Notes on Connections

•Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet nor press the POWER switch before accomplishing all other connections.

•The cable connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. Loose connection may cause hum and noise.

Jacks and plugs of the connecting cord are colorcoded as follows:

Red jacks and plugs: For the right channel of audio signals

White jacks and plugs: For the left channel of audio signals

Yellow jacks and plugs: For video signals

Connecting Audio Equipment

Monitor TV or an amplifier

for center speakers

O FM antenna

O Center speaker © Rsar speaker

system

o Front speaker system (A speakers)

(O)

0 AM antenna

DRLC wireless remote

control receiver

©Front speaker

(See page 32

system

(B speakers)

OUT

Connecting Video Equipment

Monitor TV 1

Monitor TV 2 (DRLC)

0 Connecting the FM Antenna

Connecting the AM Antenna

For areas with difficult AM reception

In areas with troubled reception, connect a 6 to 15-meter (20 to 50-foot) insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal. Extend this out of doors if possible, keeping the greater portion horizontal.

(There is no need to disconnect the supplied antenna.)

To prevent hum

Connect the ground wire to ANTENNA ground terminal (.>,•). When an outdoor antenna is installed, be sure to connect the ground wire for lightning protection.

Parts Identification

Front Panel

Amplifier and general section

EDIT AUDIO button

CURSOR MODE indicators

VIDEO 3/INPUT jack {STR-AV1070X only)

Tuner section

DISPLAY FREQ/INDEX button

MEMORY button

Sound field control section

CURSOR MODE button

EQUALIZER ON/OFF button	CURSOR mode
	operation buttons

Q] Program control section (RM-P311 only)

Mode selector and indicator (page 34) SONY STD: To control Sony equipment.

USER STD: To control equipment whose remote control functions are stored.

LEARN: To store functions of other remote commanders emitting infrared rays.

PROGRAM OLEAR button: Clears the stored functions.

[2} MODE selector

1:To select the functions indicated in light gray such as DECK, DAT, CD player and CURSOR/ SURROUND mode of the receiver.

2:Taseiect the functions indicated in blue such as VTR, LDP (Laser disc player) and TV.

[3]Cursor control section

CURSOR operation buttons

MODE button: Selects cursor mode.

S] Sound control section

SURROUND buttons

ON/OFF: Turns on/off the surround mode. MODE: Selects the surround mode.

T. (test) TONE: Generates a pink noise signal that is sent in succession to each speaker.

EQ (equalizer) ON/OFF button: Turns on/off the equalizer.

S.(sound) FIELD buttons

MODE: Selects sound field mode.

USER/PRESET button (RM-P311 only): This button does not operate.

DBFS button (RM-U211 only): Turns on/off the DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feed Back).

DDS/DBFB button (RM-P311 only): Turns on/off the DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feed Back). (DDS function is not available with this receiver.)

[H Amplifier section

FUNCTION selectors: Select an input source of the receiver. (The VIDEO 3 button does not operate on the STR-AV970X.)

DIGITAL button (RM-P311 only): This button does not operate.

REAR LEVEL +/- buttons: Control the volume of rear speakers (surround level).

MUTING button: Mutes the sound.

MASTER VOL +/- buttons: Control the receiver volume.

CENTER LEVEL +/- buttons : Control the volume of center speaker (surround level).

ONSCREEN buttons (RM-P311 only)

ON/OFF button: This button does not operate. TITLER ON/OFF button: This button does not operate/

Note on the • (recording) button under [H TAPE/DAT/VTR buttons

If your recorder is of such type as pressing • puts It in recording pause mode, first press • on this commander and then 11.

Note:

The -^/^ (play) buttons in 1 ] and the SHIFT button and PRESET +/

[S Control for other equipment Power control block

SYSTEM OFF button: Turns off the power of the whole system: LDP, VTR, TV and AUDIO.

LDP/VTRATV/AUDIO POWER buttons: Control the power of each unit.

CDP/LDP control block

D (disc) SKIP: Disc skip (for a CD player equipped with a multi-disc changer)

► : Starts play.

Locates a desired selection (for a CD player only with RM-U211)

■: Stops play.

-♦^/►►: Manual search (for a laser disc player only with RM-U211)

II: Pause

TAPE/DAT/VTR control block

ANT TV/VTR button: Selects the output signal from the antenna terminal on the VCR, either a TV signal or VCR programs.

VTR CH +1- buttons: Select channel on the VCR. ■♦</►►: fast winding

■ : Stop ◄/►: Play II: Pause

•: Recording (RM-U21T. While pressing •, press ►) REC MODE REV/FWD buttons (RM-P311 only):

For reverse recording, press REV and • together. For forward recording, press FWD and • together.

DECK/VTR selector (RM-U211 only)

MODE 1(DECK A,B and DAT): Selects DECK A, B or DAT.

MODE 2(VTR 1, 2 and 3): Selects VTR 1,2 or 3. VTR 1: Betamax VCRs

VTR 2: 8mm VCRs VTR3: VHSVCRs

TV control block

TV/VIDEO selector: Selects the program to see : TV or VIDEO.

VOL +/- buttons: Control the TV volume. CFI +/- buttons: Select a preset channel.

Program number (1 to 0) and ENTER buttons: Select the channel.

E] SLEEP button

Set to the SLEEP timer mode. In this mode, the unit is automatically turned off after 60 minutes.

[H Tuner section

INDEX SELECT and INDEX buttons: Select an indexed preset station.

TUNER SHIFT and PRESET +/- buttons: Select a preset station.

m RESET button (RM-P311 only)

Reset the commander to the initial state.

- buttons in [B can function without pressing one of the FUNCTION buttons in ID, if the CD player is connected to the CD jacks, the tape deck to the TAPE jacks and the video deck to the VIDEO 1 jacks (switch the DECK/VTR selector on the remote commander to VTR 1),

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