Sony STR-D590 User Manual
SONY
3-755-122-23 (1)
FMSt&w/FM-AM
fteceh/er
Operating Instructions
1992 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 accompanying 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 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. STR-D590 Serial No._
INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may
cause interference to radio and television reception. It has
been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference in a residential installation. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
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 the receiving antenna
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the receiver
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
"How to identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems". This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-00345-4.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains 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 coloured 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.
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 tor radio
noise emissions set out in Radio Interference Regulations.
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Table of Contents
Overview
Introduction
Overview.................................................................................3
Precautions............................................................................ 4
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Unpacking.............................................................................. 4
Choosing a good location
Checking the supplied accessories...................................4
Selecting the AM tuning interval (except U.K. model) ....4
Hooking up the system
Notes on connections........................................................5
Connecting equipment......................................................5
Connecting the FM antenna.............................................6
Connecting the antenna ground
Connecting the AM antenna.............................................6
Connecting speaker systems............................................7
Connecting the AC power
Parts identification..................................................................8
Front panel.......................................................................8
Remote commander..........................................................9
Inserting the batteries into the remote commander
Chapter 2 Basic Operations
Remote Controls...................................................................10
Changing the settings of the FUNCTION buttons
Audio adjustment..................................................................11
Adjusting volume
Adjusting tone quality
Adjusting left and right sound balance
Reinforcing the bass.......................................................11
Selecting the speaker system........................................ 11
Selecting a program source..................................................11
Receiving FM/AM Broadcasts...............................................12
Tuning in a station directly (Direct tuning)
Automatic tuning (for FM reception)
Manual tuning (for AM reception)....................................14
Presetting stations
Tuning in a preset station (Preset tuning)
Chapter 3 Advanced Operations
Recording an audio source.................................................. 17
Recording....................................................................... 17
Tape dubbing
Recording a video source
Video tape editing
Obtaining the surround effect................................................18
Available types of effects
Adjusting the input level for Dolby surround system .... 19
Listening with surround effect
Chapter 4 Other Information
Troubleshooting guide...........................................................20
Specifications........................................................................22
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The STR-D590 is an FM Stereo/FM-AM receiver and audio/
video control center.
You can listen to various audio/video program sources with
this unit.
TV/video programs
• You can enjoy TV or CATV programs with FM simulcast.
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Tuner
• Precise tuning is ensured by a quartz lock digital
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synthesizer.
Surround sound system
This unit incorporates all of 3 types of surround effect,
• ПП1 DOLBYsuRRouNo I ’ вхрапЬз souod just like listeningto it in
a movie theater.
• 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 miovie program, etc.
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' 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 ПС are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Remote commander
• The supplied remote commander allows you to remotely
control this unit and the equipments connected to the unit.
Precautions
I Chapter 1 Getting Started |
Unpacking
On safety
• 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.
• 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, (not apply for U.K. customer)
• 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.
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.
Choosing a Good Location
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.
Checking the Supplied Accessories
After unpacking, check that the following accessories are
present,
• FM wire antenna................................................................(1)
• AM loop antenna
• Remote commander RM-U222
• Sony batteries SUM-3 (NS)
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Selecting the AM Tuning Interval (Except U.K. model)
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 "-i-" 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.
Hooking Up the System
Notes on Connections
At first, this section describes about the connection with the other equipments, the antenna connection,
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 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 Equipment
Hooking Up the System
Connecting the FM Antenna
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Though the wire antenna is suppiied with this unit, the higher
quality sound will be obtained with the 75-ohm coaxial
cable.
Connecting the AM Antenna
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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.
Connecting the Antenna Ground
To prevent hum, connect the ground wire to ANTENNA
ground terminal (7)7).
When an outdoor antenna is installed, be sure to connect
the ground wire for lightning protection.
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.
Connecting Speaker Systems
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Aprrox.15 mm
(9/16 inches)
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Surround
speaker (R) speaker (LX,
Speaker Impede» and ^--------------------
This receiver is des^n^ to work best with spe#:ers having homina! imf^ance from 8 to 16 c^ms.
Be sure to use a speaker system with adequate nominal Impedance and power handling capabilities.
Also, use alt^»8kers#)t«0DnfleMedtl*f(!thBeiiiW«#BMcy.' =
Note ^ , ,, ,
As the speakers A and 8 are corm6ctedirt Serfes;thtsoui|j Volume will be slightly decreased with both of
the SPEAKERS selectors depressed.
Connecting the AC Power
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Caution
Be careful that the total power consumption of each equipment connected to the outlets on the receiver does not exceed 120 watts for
USA and Canada models or 100 watts for UK model.
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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to a wall outlet
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