Sony STR-D515 User Manual

3-758-408-23(1)

FM StereolFM-AM

Receiver

Operating Instructions

STR-D615

STR-D515

© 1994 by Sony Corporation

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 is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompan)dng the appliance.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides 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. STR-E)615	Serial No.
Model No. STR-D515	Serial No.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Umits for a Qass B digitetl device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Tliis 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

that to which the receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and conveiuence.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5

AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with or ^ mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

IMPORTANT

If the plug supplied is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in accordance with the following instructions.

The wires in this maiits lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is colotued brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol 4- or coloured green or green and yellow.

WARNING

To prevent shock hazard, do not insert the plug cut off from the mains lead into a socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be destroyed.

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.

Table of Contents

Overview

Introduction

The STR-D615/D515 is an FM Stereo/FM-AM receiver and

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.audio/video3

control center.

Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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.You4 can listen to various audio/video program sources with

Chapter 1 Getting Started

this unit.

TV/video4

programs

Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Checking the supplied accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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You can enjoy TV or CATV programs with FM simulcast.

Inserting the batteries into the remote commander. .

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Tuner

Hooking up the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Notes on connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Precise tuning is ensured by a quartz-locked digital

Connecting equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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synthesizer.

Connecting the antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Surround sound system

Connecting the antenna ground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting the AM antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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This unit incorporates aU of 3 types of surround effect.

Connecting speaker systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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DOLBY* PRO LOGIC

This unit

Coimecting the AC power (Except U.K. model). . . . . .

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incorporates the Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Decoder which has the same functions for playback as

Chapter 2 Basic Operations

movie theaters and gives a theater-hke experience in your

Listening to/watching a program source. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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listening room, naturally reproducing the audio sound

Selecting a program source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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field.

Selecting the speaker system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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The

input

balance

of

Dolby

Surround

program

sources

is

Adjusting the audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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automatically adjusted.

Receiving FM/AM broadcasts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Since STR-D615 provides the high power center amplifier,

Tuning in a station directly Direct tuning. . . . . . . . . .

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you can obtain the optimum center speaker output

Automatic tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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according to the power of the front speakers system.

Presetting stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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HALL: Surroimd provides reverberation effect that is

Tuning in a preset station - Preset tuning. . . . . . . . .

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produced in a large concert hall.

Remote controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SIMULATED: Surround gives the feeling of width and

Using the remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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thickness to monaural soimd of old movie program, etc.

Changing the settings of the FUNCTION buttons. . . . .

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• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing

Chapter 3 Advanced Operations

Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the

Recording an audio source

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following patents; U.S. number 3,959,590: Canadian numbers

1,004,603 and 1,037,877. "CXDLBY", "Pro Logic", and the double-D

Recording

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symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing

Recording a video source

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Corporation.

Video tape editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Obtaining the surround effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Remote control

Available types of effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 •

The supplied remote commander allows you to remotely

Selecting the surround mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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control this unit and the equipments connected to the unit.

Placement of speakers and selecting the

CENTER MODE for dolby surround sound. . . . . . . .

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Adjusting the speaker volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers. . . . . .

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Chapter 4 Other Information

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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identifying the parts and controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Remote commander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

Precautions

Unpacking

On safety

•For U.S.A. and Canadian models, operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

•For U.K. model, operate the unit only on 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

•For Australian model, operate the unit only on 240 V AC, 50 Hz.

•Should any solid object or liquid fad 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 lime. 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, (not applicable to U.K. and Australian customers)

•AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

•This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

On operation

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

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.

On cleaning the cabinet
Clean	the	cabinet,		panel	and	controls	with	a
moistened		with	mild	detergent		solution.	Do	not
of	abrasive	pad,	scouring		powder, or		solvent
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.

Do not throw away the carton and packing material!

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

Checking the Suppiied Accessories

After unpacking, check that the following accessories are present.

• FM wire antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(1). . . . . .

• AM loop antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H)

• Remote conunander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(1). . . . .

• Sony batteries SUM-3 (NS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(2). . . .

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote

Commander

Before operating remote commander, install the batteries as shown below.

		To avoid damage caused by battery leakage and
soft	cloth	lightlycorrosion
use	any	typeWhen the commander will not be used for a long time,
such	as	remove the batteries.
		alcohol
		Battery life
		Normal operation can be expected about a half year using
		Sony SUM-3 (NS) (size-AA), and a year using Sony AM-3
		(NW) (size-AA) alkaline batteries.
		When the batteries are run down, the remote commander
		will not operate the unit. In this case, replace both batteries
		with new ones.

Hooking Up the System

Notes on Connections

At first, this section describes about the connection with the other equipments, the antenna coimecHon, speaker connection and then the AC power connection.

•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 coimection 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	chaimel	of	audio	signals
Yellow jacks and plugs: For video signals

Connecting Equipment

The numbers correspond to the following details on page 6 and 7.

®AM

	©FM	antenna	Rear speaker system
	antenna
			R	L

©Front speaker system (A speakers)

RL

©©

o

		Receiver	Other equipment
		White	White
	L		./ ;anCjD=*^ @ L
	R	Red	Red
	linil	1 1

	to AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT
	to AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT	TV, LD player or
		VCR 2 for playback
		only

When using the LD player or VTR connected to the TV/LD inputs, be sure to connect the video output jack of these equipments to the VIDEO or VIDEO 1 input jack of TV.

(To remotely control these equipments correctly.)

Hooking Up the System

□Connecting the FM Antenna

Though the wire antenna is supplied with this unit, the higher quality sound will be obtained with 75-ohm coaxial cable, (not supplied)

«g

@}‘t^|(g) (§

4)

For best reception:

For U.S.A. and Canada models

Connecting the Antenna Ground

To	prevent	hum,	connect	the	ground	wire	to	the	ANTENNA
ground terminal (4).
When	an	outdoor	antenna	is installed,		be sure	to	connect the
ground wire for lightning protection.

O Connecting the AM Antenna

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

300-ohm twin-lead (not supplied)

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) For U.K and Australian models

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

When not using outdoor antenna:

For U.S.A. and Canada models

Supplied wire antenna	AM antenna extension
For U.K and AustraUan models	For best reception, attach a length of insulated wire (6 -15 m
	long) to the AM screw connector in addition to the loop
	antenna.

Supplied wire antenna

Connecting Speaker Systems

Front speakers

Center speaker

Approx.15 mm (9/16 inches)

			to the second
[O	ISI		speaker system
Rear	Rear	Speaker(R)	Speaker (L)
speaker (R) speaker (L)
Notes
As the speakers A	and B are connected	in series, the sound volume	will be slightly decreased with both speaker systems
driven.

When using the speakers for the surround system, be sure to connect the speakers to speaker terminals A.

The speakers connected to speaker terminals B can not be used for the surround system.

Connecting the AC Power (Except U.K. Model)

Be careful that the power consumption of equipment connected to the outlet on the receiver does not exceed 120 watts for U.S.A. and Canada models or 100 watts for Australian model.

Do not connect electrical home appliance such as an electric iron, fan, TV, or other high-wattage equipment to the outlet.

Chapter 2 Basic Operation

Listening to/Watching a Program Source

Selecting a Program Source

Selecting the Speaker System

SPEAKERS A/B

POWER ON

Turntable

CD player

Tape deck or

MD player

VCR

TV/LD player

Select the progam source.

To listen to or watch	Press
Phono record	PHONO
Radio Broadcast	TUNER
Compact disc	CD
MD or Taped programs	TAPE/MD
Video programs	VIDEO, TV/LD

To drive speaker system A; Press SPEAKERS A.

To drive speaker system B; Press SPEAKERS B.

To drive both speaker systems A and B: Press both

SPEAKERS A and B.

For headphones listening: Connect headphones to

HEADPHONES and set SPEAKERS A and B to off.

IMPORTANT
Speaker	systems	A	and	B are	connected	in series.	No	sound
can be	heard	if	the	SPEAKERS	A and B	buttons are	set	to on

when only one speaker system is connected.

Adjusting the Audio

	If only pressing one of the FUNCTION buttons					Adjusting volume
	on the supplied remote commander, both the					Turn MASTER VOLUME.
	power of its operating equipment and the					Reducing the sound to a low level temporarily
	receiver are turned on. (S-f		t*
	___ LiÀ <sÇ___ -j		m		>1	(- 20 dB attenuation)
						Press MUTING and the indicator lights up.

	Start the selected program.	Press again to restore the same listening level as before and
		the indicator goes off.
		Adjusting Tone Quality
		Adjust BASS or TREBLE for the optimum sound.
		Adjusting Left and Right Sound Balance
		Adjust BALANCE to correct stereo imaging, when the
		speaker position is not symmetrical.
		Reinforcing the Bass
		Press LOW BOOST and the indicator lights up.
		Press again to cancel the LOW BOOST effect and the
		indicator goes off.

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