Sony STR-D1011 User Manual

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3-757-058-23(1)
FM Stereo/FM-AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-D1011
© 1993 by Sony Corporation

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 QUALIEIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presenoe 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 is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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.
INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from mat to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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.
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions set out in Radio Interference Regulations.
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Model No.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 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.
Serial No,
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CAUTION
Use of this appliance with some systems may present a shock or fire hazard. Do not use with any units which have the following marking located near output, WARNING: HAZARDOUS ENERGY !.

Table of Contents

introduction
Overview
Precautions........................................................................5
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking......................................................................... 5
Hooking up the system.......................................................6
identifying the parts and controls
Chapter 2 Basic Operations
Operating with the remote commander
Adjusting basic audio controls .........................................14
Selecting a program source
Receiving broadcasts.......................................................17
Selecting a factory-preset sound effects Recording an audio source
Editing a video source..................................................... 25
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Checking the supplied accessories Inserting the batteries into the remote commander Selecting the AM tuning interval
Connecting an FM antenna Connecting an AM antenna
Connecting audio equipment........................................7
Connecting video equipment....................................... 7
Connecting speaker systems
Connecting to the power outlet.....................................9
Selecting the mode of the FUNCTION/
SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons
Front panel Remote commander (U.S.A, model only)
Changing the settings of the FUNCTION buttons
Adjusting volume Adjusting left and right sound balance
Reinforcing the bass...................................................14
Selecting the speaker system.....................................14
To turn off the power at the desired time (The sleep
timer function)
Labeling the program source......................................16
Tuning in a station directly (Direct tuning)
Automatic tuning........................................................ 18
Presetting stations (Station preset)
Tuning in a preset station (Preset tuning).................. 20
Labeling the preset stations (Station index) Selecting a station among the preset stations in the
index (Index tuning)................................................. 22
Receiving FM simulcast TV programs
Recording onto an audio tape deck or DAT deck
Tape dubbing..............................................................24
Video tape dubbing ....................................................25
Adding new sound on a video tape during video
editing.......................................................................26
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Chapter 3 Advanced Operations
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What is the digital signal processor ?
Sound field setting............................................................28
Table of adjustable parameters
Getting ready for Dolby surround sound...........................29
Placement of speakers and selecting the
PRO LOGIC MODE
Adjusting the speaker volume.....................................30
Adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers
Adjusting the SOUND FIELD program
Understanding the digital surround processor
Characteristics of the SOUND FIELD program...........32
Adjusting the surround effect Understanding the digital parametric equalizer How to adjust the digital parametric equalizer
Enjoying with your private setting.....................................37
Calling up the sound field setting Linking the sound field memory to preset stations
or program sources
Chapter 4 Other Information
Troubleshooting guide Specifications
Quick reference............................................................... 42
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introauciion

Overview

The STR-D1011 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 locked digital synthesizer,
• Station index system allows you to tune into a station
quickly.

Digital surround processor

• The STR-D1011 electronically reproduces the reflected sound (early reflection) and reverberation sound (reverberation) by using its digital signal processor, and allows you to obtain the acoustics of various situations.
• DOLBY* PRO LOGIC: The STR-D1011 incorporates 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.
’ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the following patents; U.S. number 3,959.590; Canadian numbers 1,004.603 and
1.037,877. ‘'DOLBY", ‘Pro Logic", and the doubie-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation

Digital parametric equalizer

You can enjoy audio program sources with appropriate equalization curve by controlling the level of the desired 3 frequency bands.

Sound field

• 10 recommended sound field programs (combination of surround and parametric equalizer settings) are preset in the factory for easy use. You can also store up to 10 settings you created in the memory.
• Combined use of the sound field programs and the preset stations allow you to enjoy broadcast listening immediately with the memorized sound field settings.

The FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons

There are two kinds of modes for the FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons. One is the "Auto mode" and the other is the "Manual mode". V\/ith these modes, you can conveniently operate this receiver. This manual describes the operations in the auto mode.

Remote commander supplied

This unit is supplied with the remote commander. For the instruction of the remote commander for Canada model, see the operating Instructions of the separate volume.
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I Chapter 1 Getting Started

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 exfended 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 vi/iil fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into tlie outlet, contact your dealer.

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 Iroles must be unobstructed for the proper operation of the unit and to prolong the life of its components.

Unpacking

Checking the Supplied Accessories

After unpacking, check that the following accessories are
present,
• FM wire antenna
• AM loop antenna ......................................-
• Remote commander......................................................(1)
• Sony batteries SUM-3 (NS)...........................................(2)

inserting the Batteries into the Remote Commander

Before operating remote comimander, install the batteries as shown.
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(1)
(1)

Do not throw away the carton and packing material!

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

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 vv/ith 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.

To avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion

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

Battery life

Normal operation can be expected about a halt 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.

Selecting 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. 2 Turn off the power, 3 Press the POWER button while pressing the INDEX
SELECTATUNING + 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.
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Hooking Up the System

At first, this section describes about the antenna connection and then the connection with the other equipment. After that, it shows about the speaker connection and about the AC outlet.
• 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 color-coded 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 an FM Antenna

Though the wire antenna is supplied with this unit, the higher quality sound will be obtained with the 75-ohm coaxial cable.

Connecting an AM Antenna

The AM broadcast is enough received with the supplied AM loop antenna. However, the connection of insulated wire is also available for areas with difficult AM reception.

For areas with difficult AM reception

In areas with troubled reception, connect a 6 to 15-meter (20 to 50-feet) 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.)
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To prevent hum

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

Connecting Audio Equipment

Receiver other equipment
White
White
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-X
■ X
Red
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Red

Connecting Video Equipment

VIDEO OUT
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Hooking Up the System

Connecting Speaker Systems

Front, center and rear speakers can be connected to this unit.
Front Front
speaker (R) speaker (L)

On the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

The STR-D1011 has the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for front speakers. When using the front speakers having nominal impedance from.,4 ohms or higher, set to the 4 Q. position. When using the front speakers having nominal impedance from 8 ohms or higher, set to the 8 Q position.

Note

Use the front speakers having nominal impedance of more than 8 ohms in the SURROUND mode.
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Note

When connecting the speaker cord to the speaker terminal, make sure that the polarity (+ and -) of the speaker cord is correct. If the polarity is reversed at either speaker, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

Connecting to the Power Outlet

By connecting the power cord of the other audio equipment to SWITCHED AC OUTLET, this unit can supply the power source to the other audio equipment.
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Selecting the Mode of the FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING Buttons

There are two kinds of modes for the FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons. One is the "Auto mode" and the other is the "Manual mode".

• Auto mode

The FUNCTiON/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons are factory preset to the auto mode:
After one of the FUNCTION buttons, SOUND FIELD LINK,
SOUND FIELD ON/OFF or SOUND FIELD USER/PRESET is pressed, the FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons change to the SOUND FIELD mode automatically.
When TUNER is pressed, these buttons function as
numeric buttons.

• Manual mode

When you press the POWER switch while pressing MODE SELECT, the FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons are set to the manual mode. With MODE SELECT, you can select the desired mode. To return to the auto mode, perform the same procedure again.

Caution

Be careful that the total power consumption of each equipment connected to the outlets on the receiver does not exceed 120 watts. Do not connect electrical home appliances such as an electric iron, fan, TV, or other high-wattage equipment to these outlets.
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Identifying the Parts and Controis
Front Panel
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[n POWER switch
d] DISPLAY INDEX button (See pages 18, 22.)
[U EDIT VIDEO/AUDIO buttons (See pages 25, 26
¡A1 Remote sensor
[4] Display
[5] CURSOR MODE indicators
(See pages 16, 21,30, 31,33, 36.)
[s] Cursor mode operation buttons
(See pages 16, 21,30. 31. 33, 36.)
Iz] CURSOR MODE button
(See pages 16, 21, 30, 31, 33, 36.)
[s] DBFB button and indicator (See page 14 )
[U MASTER VOLUME control (See page 14 )
|T0| SPEAKERS selector (See page 14.)
lH] HEADPHONES jack
¡H] MUTING button and indicator (See page 14 )
[H VIDEO 3/INPUT jacks
[it] index SELECT/TUNING -/+ buttons
(See pages 18, 22.)
d PRESET TUNING -/+ buttons (See page 22.
[d TUNING LEVEL button (See page 18.)
d MEMORY button (See pages 16, 19, 21.)
[2T] DIRECT TUNING button (See page 17.)
id FM MODE button (See page 17.)
[23] FM/AM button (See pages 17, 18.)
[24] SOUND FIELD LINK button (See page 37.)
d SOUND FIELD ON/OFF button (See pages 30, 31.)
d SOUND FIELD USER/PRESET button
(See pages 33, 36, 37.)
d DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE button
(See pages 29, 30.)
d EQUALIZER FLAT button (See page 36.)
iH] BALANCE control (See page 14.)
[m DISPLAY GRAPHIC button (See page 36.)
d EQUALIZER SLOPE button (See page 36 )
d EQUALIZER BAND button (See page 36.)
d TAPE 2 MONITOR button and indicator
(See page 24.)
d SHIFT button (See pages 19, 20, 21.)
d FUNCTION/SOUND FIELD/PRESET TUNING buttons
(See page 9.)
d MODE SELECT button (See page 9.)
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Identifying the Parts and Controls

I Other equipment control section

Numeric buttons (1 to 0): Designate the number. ENTER: Press after designating the TV/VCR channel. SHIFT: Select the memory page (A, B or C). TV/VIDEO selector: Selects the program to see : TV or
VIDEO,
ANT TV/VTR button: Selects the output signal from the
antenna terminal on the VCR, either a TV signal or
VCR programs. CH/PRESET +/-buttons: Select a preset channel, INDEX: Set to the index tuning mode. ◄◄/►►: Fast winding/manual search
• : Recording ◄/►: Play
■: Stop
II: Pause
!◄◄/►►!: Locates a desired selection. REV/FWD: Press • and REV or FWD at the same time, D (disc) SKIP: Disc skip (for a CD player equipped
with a multi-disc changer) SELECT: Changes the settings of the FUNCTION
buttons.

rn Receiver control section

FUNCTION: DAT, CD, TUNER, PHONO, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, TAPE, DIGITAL 1,2: The each function Is selected
and the each unit enters its operating mode
automatically. (DIGITAL 1 and 2 do not function.) SYSTEM OFF; Turns off the power of the whole system. POWER: Turns on the power of the receiver SOUND FIELD buttons
U/P (user/preset): Selects the USER or PRESET mode. MODE: Selects the sound field mode.
ON/OFF: Turns on/off the sound field system. BAND: Selects the frequency band of the equalizer, EO: Turns on/off the setting of TONE controls.
T. (test) TONE: Generates a pink noise signal that is
sent in succession to each speaker. CURSOR MODE: Select CURSOR MODE. CURSOR operating buttons REAR LEVEL +/- buttons: Control the volume of rear
speakers (surround level). CENTER LEVEL +/- buttons : Control the volume of
center speaker (surround level). DBFB button: Turns on/off the DBEB (Dynamic Bass
Feedback). MUTING button: Mutes the sound. MASTER VOL +/- buttons: Control the reoeiver
volume.
' SLEEP: Set to the SLEEP timer mode. In this mode, the
unit is automatically turned off after the designated time.

Notes

• The button which has no name does not function.
• When designating the selection number which is more than 10 in the CD, DAT or LD mode, press after pressing the appropriate numeric buttons.

1 SYSTEM/TV mode switch

In TV mode (When setting the SYSTEM/TV selector to TV)
Only MUTING, MASTER VOL +!- and the operative buttons in TV section on the list described on the next page can be used.
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Operating with the Remote Commander

Before operating the equipments with the remote commander, be sure to set the receiver to the desired mode by pressing one of the FUNCTION buttons.
The FUNCTION buttons are factory set in the following list.
FUNCTION to be
Operating equipment
pressed
DAT
CD CD player
TUNER
PHONO
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 LD player
VIDEOS
TAPE Tape deck A
DAT deck
Tuner
(The receiver enters the PHONO mode.)
Betamax VCR (VCR 1)
8 mm VCR (VCR 2)
• When VIDEO 1, 2 or 3 is pressed, the power of the selected video equipment and TV is turned on.
Operating the equipment 1 Press the desired FUNCTION,
2 Press ◄ (only for tape deck) or ► to start playback.

Changing the Settings of the FUNCTION Buttons

With the SELEOT button, you can replace the functions stored in the FUNCTION buttons.

To change the settings of the FUNCTION buttons

1 Press one of the FUNCTION buttons to be stored. 2 Press SELECT.
3 Press 1 to 9 button to select the desired function within 30
seconds. To reset to the initial state, press the blank button left next to the 0 button.
4 Press ENTER. To operate other unit temporarily without changing the
settings of FUNCTION 1 Press SELECT. 2 Press the 1 to 9 button to select the function. 3 Press the desired button.
After operating the unit, the receiver enters the previous
mode.
Operative buttons: POWER, ◄◄/►►, !◄◄/►►!, ■, ◄/►, ii,
•REC, D.SKIP, TVA/IDEO, ANT TVAfTR, CH/PRESET+/­SHIFT, INDEX.
Example:
To record the program source on DECK A in the CD mode
1 Press SELECT. 2 Press 3 (DECK A), 3 While pressing •, press REV or FWD.
After operating DECK A, the receiver enters the CD mode automatically.
List of operative buttons in SYSTEM mode (When setting
the SYSTEM/TV selector to SYSTEM)
Operating
equipment
ENTER
SHIFT
TVA/IDEO
ANT TV/
PRESET
INDEX
D.SKIP
REV^,
FWD^,
VTR
CH
+/-
►►
II
TUNER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
CD DAT DECK
«
TV
A, В
~
LDP VTR 1,
2, 3
•: The button is operative.
—: The button is not operative.
•*; The button can operate TV.

Note

To operate the unit correctly, the function mode of the receiver should be same with that of the remote commander. So, be sure to press the desired FUNCTION button at first and then the operative button.
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Adjusting Basic Audio Controis

You can enjoy superb sounds using the audio adjustment functions as shown below.
MASTER
SPEAKERS

Adjusting Volume

To adjust volume

Turn MASTER VOLUME.
DBFB VOLUME

To reduce the sound to a low level temporarily (- 20 dB attenuation)

Press MUTING. The indicator lights up. Press again to restore the same listening level as before.

Adjusting Left and Right Sound Balance

Adjust BALANCE to correct stereo imaging, when the speaker position is not symmetrical.

Reinforcing the Bass

Press DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feedback) so that the DBFB indicator lights up. Press again to turn off the effect so that the indicator goes off.

Selecting the Speaker System

To drive speaker system A: Set SPEAKERS to A. To drive speaker system B: Set SPEAKERS to B. To drive both speaker systems A and B (series connection):
Set SPEAKERS to A + B.
For headphone listening: Connect headphones to
HEADPHONES and set SPEAKERS to OFF.

IMPORTANT

Speaker systems A and B are series connected. When only one speaker system is connected, no sound can be heard at the A + B position.
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