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SONY
3-755-122-23 (1)
FMSt&w/FM-AM
fteceh/er
Operating Instructions
1992 by Sony Corporation
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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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Parts Identification
Front Panel
[T] POWER switch
{The STANDBY indicator lights up when the power cord
is connected.: for UK model only)
[2] BASS/TREBLE TONE controls (See page 11.)
[3] REAR LEVEL +/- buttons (See page 19.)
[4] Remote control sensor
[5] VIDEO 1/2 indicators (See page 18 )
[U TUNING +/- buttons (See pages 13 and 14.)
[E PRESET TUNING +/- buttons (See page 16.)
IE Display window
[9] MEMORY button (See page 15 )
53 FM MODE button (See page 12.)
|Vl1 FM/AM BAND selectors (See pages 12 to 14.)
M SURROUND MODE indicators (See page 19.)
[H TUNING DIRECT button (See page 12.)
(HI BALANCE control (See page 11.)
[m SURROUND MODE selector (See page 19.)
ITsl MUTING switch and indicator (See page 11.)
lizl SOUND FIELD ON/OFF button (See page 19.)
51] MASTER VOLUME control (See page 11)
53 DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feed Back) button and
indicator (See page 11.)
13 SPEAKERS A/B buttons (See page 11.)
m HEADPHONES jack
H DELAY TIME (S, M, L) selector (See page 19.)
13 SHIFT button (See pages 15 and 16.)
l4| Numeric buttons (See pages 12, 15 and 16.)
13 Function selectors
13 INPUT BALANCE control (See page 19 )
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Remote Commander
[U Receiver control section
FUNCTION
PHONO, TUNER, CD, TAPE, DAT , VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2:
When each function Is selected, the unit enters Its
operating mode automatically,
SYSTEM OFF: Turns off the power of the whole system.
POWER: Turns on the power of the receiver.
SOUND FIELD buttons
MODE: Selects the surround mode,
ON/OFF: Turns on/off the surround system.
REAR LEVEL +h buttons: Control the volume of rear
speakers (surround level).
DELAY button: Adjusts the delay time.
DBFS button: Turns on/off the DBFB (Dynamic Bass
Feed Back).
MUTING button: Mutes the sound.
MASTER VOL +/- buttons: Control the receiver
volume.
CH/PRESET +/“ buttons: Select a preset channel.
■«/►►: Fast winding/Manual search
• and ►: Forward recording
• and Reverse recording
Play
■: Stop
II: Pause
«</►►1: Locates a desired selection.
D (disc) SKIP: Disc skip (for a CD player equipped
with a multi-disc changer)
SELECT: Changes the settings of the FUNCTION button.
[3] SYSTEM/TV mode switch
In TV mode (When setting the SYSTEM/TV selector to
TV.)
Only MUTING, MASTER VOL -r/- and the operative
buttons in TV section on the list described on the next
page can be used.
Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Commander
Before operating remote commander, install the batteries as
shown below.
[2] Other equipment control section
The operative buttons are changed according to the
function mode and the setting of the SYSTEM/TV
selector.
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
VCR,
ANT TV/VTR button: Selects the output signal from the
antenna terminal on the VCR, either a TV signal or
VCR programs.
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.
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I Chapter 2 Basic Operations
Remote Controls
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 foilowing iist.
FUNCTION to be
pressed
DAT DAT
CD CD player
TUNER Tuner
PHONO (The receiver enters the PHONO mode.)
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
TAPE
• When VIDEO 1 or 2 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 SELECT button, you can replaoe 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 the 1 to 9 button to select the desired function within
30 seconds.
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,
•RFC. D.SKIP, TV/VIDEO, ANT TV/VTR, CH/PRESET
+/-, SHIFT, INDEX.
Example:
To record the program source in DECK A in the CD mode
1 Press SELECT.
2 Press 3 (DECK A).
3 While pressing •, press ◄ or ►,
After operating DECK A, the receiver enters the CD mode
automatically.
Operating equipment
Betamax V CR s (V CR 1)
LD player
Tape deck A
List of operative buttons in SYSTEM mode (When setting the SYSTEM/TV seiector to SYSTEM)
TUNER
Ореггйпд
equipment
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
ENTER
SHIFT
TV/VIOEO
ANT IV/
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PRESET
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D.SKIP
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•: The button is operative.
—: The button is not operative.
★ : The button can operate TV and VTR connected to 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.
CD DAT
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•
•
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- - - -
•
- - - - - -
- - - -
—
•
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- — - — — —
- •
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- - - - •
- •
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- - - - -
- • — • •
- • - • •
DECK
A, В
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TV LDP
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VTR
1, 2
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Audio Adjustment
BASS and TREBLE VOLUME DBFB
Adjusting volume
To adjust volume
Turn VOLUME,
To reduce the sound to a low level temporarily (- 20 dB
attenuation)
Press MUTING so that the indicator lights up.
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 Baiance
Adjust BALANCE to correct stereo imaging, when the
speaker position is not symmetrical.
Selecting a Program Source
CD player
Tape deck or
DAT deck
VCR
LD player
Select the progam source.
FUNCTION selector to be
pressed
Phono record
Radio Broadcast
Compact disc
DAT or Taped
programs
Video programs
PHONO
TUNER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2
Reinforcing the Bass
Press DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feed Back) so that the
indicator lights up.
Press again to turn off the effect so that the indicator goes
off.
Seiecting the Speaker System
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 headphone listening: Connect headphones to
HEADPHONES and set SPEAKERS A and B to off.
IMPORTANT
Speaker systems A and В are series connected. No sound
can be heard if the SPEAKERS A and В buttons are set to
on when only one speaker system is connected.
If only pressing one of the FUNCTION buttons on
the supplied remote commander, both the power of
its operating equipment and the receiver are turned
on.
Start the selected program.
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Receiving FM/AM Broadcasts
Tuning in a Station Directly (Direct tuning)
Select SPEAKERS
A or B.
Press TUNER.
TUNER
Select FM or AM.
[ FM I m~\
To correct the entered frequency
Repeat steps 3 to 4.
For entering AM frequencies
You need not enter the last “0". {except U.K. model)
However, it you have changed the AM tuning interval to 9
kHz, enter all the digits.
If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning interval
The entered value Is automatically rounded up or down to
the closest value covered by the tuning interval.
Tuning intervals for direct tuning are the followings:
FM: 50 kHz interval
AM: to kHz interval (changeable to the 9 kHz interval)
9 kHz interval (for U.K, model)
(See page 4.)
When the entered frequency does not exist in the
receivable frequency range
The entered digits (up to 5 digits for FM or up to 3 digits for
AM) blink in the frequency display area, and reception does
not take place.
If this occurs, press DIRECT again, and enter the correct
frequency. The frequency range of the receiver is 87.50 to
108.0 MHz for FM, and 530 to 1710 kHz for AM.
When an FM stereo program is noisy
When the unit receives an FM stereo program, the STEREO
indicator lights in the display window. If the stereo program
is noisy, press FM MODE to change the mode over to
MONO. This eliminates the stereo effect, but the noise will
be greatly reduced.
To return to the stereo mode, press FM MODE again.
Press TUNING DIRECT.
4 Press the appropriate numeric buttons to
enter the frequency. (See examples below.)
pT ]2 |3 14 - .
The entered frequency is displayed.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
1 0 2 5 0
jVr
TUNING
Example 2: AM 1350 kHz
1 3 5
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Automatic Tuning (for FM reception)
When you do not know the frequency of the station, proceed
as follows.
When sweeping does not stop at the desired station
The signal strength is weak. Tune in the station as described
in "Tuning in a Station Directly".
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Receiving FM/AM Broadcasts
Manual Tuning (for AM reception)
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Presetting Stations
A total of 30 FM/AM stations can be memorized in any
desired sequence.
Press the desired numeric button (1 to 0), while
the MEMORY indicator is displayed.
|1 ^ |3 |4 |5 16 -
Repeat above steps for presetting other desired
stations.
Use of memory pages
The memory pages (A, B and C) can be used to classify
stations according to the music category, station band, etc.
Replacing a preset station
Preset another station on the number of the station to be
replaced. The previously preset station will be erased,
IMPORTANT
The memorized station is maintained for approximately one
month even if the power cord is disconnected from the AC
power outlet. If they are erased, store the stations again.
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Receiving FM/AM Broadcasts
Tuning in a Preset Station (Preset Tuning)
There are two ways to perform the preset tuhing.
In method A, the direct tuning, select by designatihg the
desired preset station number directly with the numeric
button. In method B, the scan tuning, select the preset
station with the PRESET TUNING -/+ button.
METHOD A: Direot tuning
Press TUNER.
TUNER
2 Press SHIFT to select the memory page (A, B or
I SI^FT
METHOD B: Scan tuning
Press + or - PRESET.
-PRESET TUNING 4
/ ' ’X
Eor a lower
preset number
Each time you press + or the preset station of the
next higher or lower number is tuned in.
For a higher
preset number
3 Press the numeric button.
[T |2 |3 |4
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• If you keep pressing + or preset stations are
■ AO ^ B1 —~ BO
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suocessively tuned in. Release the button when the
desired preset station is tuned in.
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Chpater 3 Advanced Operations I
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Recording an Audio Source
Tape Dubbing
Note on recording
The settings of VOLUME, TONE, SURROUND and DBFB do
not have any effect on recording.
4, 3,1
'\ Insert the recorded tape into tape deck B (or the
DAT deck) and a blank tape into tape deck A.
Tape deck B or
DAT deck
(for playback)
2 Press TAPE to select the deck for playback.
3 Adjust the recording level of tape deck A.
4 Start the playback of the tape (or the DAT) in tape
deck B (or the DAT deck), and set tape deck A in
the recording mode.
Dubbing will start.
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Obtaining the Surround
Effect
Video Tape Editing
POWER —ON
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to VIDEO 2
VIDEO IN/
AUDIO IN
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Press VIDEO 2 so that the VIDEO 2 indicator
lights up.
VCR 1 I 3
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2 Set VCR 2 to the playback mode.
Set VCR 1 to the recording mode.
Recording a TV program
You can record a TV program on VIDEO 1.
to VIDEO 1 VIDEO
OUT/AUDIO OUT
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Available Types of Effects
Two front and two rear speakers are necessary to enjoy the
surround function.
HALL: Provides reverberation effect that is produced in a
concert hall.
SIMULATED: Gives a simulated stereo effect to monaural
sound.
DOLBY; Expands sound just like listening it in a movie
theater.
Note
When you want to enjoy the surround function, set the
SPEAKERS A button or both A and B buttons to on. If only
the SPEAKERS B button is set to on (that is, the SPEAKERS
A button is set to off), the surround effect cannot be
obtained.
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Obtaining the Surround Effect
Adjusting the Input Level for Dolby Surround System
Listening with Surround Effect
To turn off the surround effect
Press SURROUND ON/OFF again to set it to off.
The normal sound without surround effect will resume.
Rear level and delay time of the surround is memorized
each time after adjusting with the DELAY TIME selector and
REAR LEVEL +/- buttons. They will be restored when the
surround mode is resumed.
The receiver is preset in the factory to get an optimum rear
level as long as each speaker has an equal efficiency.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Before proceeding through the check list below, examine
the connections and the procedures outlined in the manual.
Should any problem persist after you have checked the
following items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Problem
No FM station can be located by
Auto-Tuning operation.
The STEREO indicator flickers or does
not appear when receiving stereo
programs.
No station can be tuned in by AutoTuning operation.
No stations can be tuned in by
pressing PRESET TUNING +/-.
No sound is heard even if you adjust
VOLUME,
No sound or sound at very low level is
heard from rear speakers.
Sound is heard only at a very low
volume.
One channel does not transmit audio,
or the volume from the left and right
speakers is unbalanced.
Cause Solution
The signal strength of the stations is
too weak.
A very weak FM station or a noisy FM
program is received.
The AM tuning interval is set
incorrectly.
The signal strength of the station is too
weak for Auto-Tuning.
No stations have been preset. Preset the stations. (See page 15)
The speaker or program source
equipment is not connected correctly.
The SPEAKERS A/B buttons is not set
correctly.
A wrong function selector has been
pressed
The function switch on the VCR is not
set correctly.
Surround function is turned off.
Monaural program source is played
back in Dolby surround mode.
MUTING has been pressed, (The
MUTING indicator is lit,)
The BALANCE control is not set
appropriately.
The speaker or program source is not
connected correctly.
Press TUNING LEVEL to set the
receiving signal level low.
Adjust the antenna or connect an
external FM antenna.
Press FM MODE to set to MONO
mode.
Change the tuning interval according
to the AM frequency allocation system
of your country. (See page 4)
Adjust the antenna.
Directly tune in the stations.
(See page 12)
Connect the equipment correctly.
Set the buttons correctly. If the A and
B buttons are both depressed, check
that both speaker systens are properly
connected.
Press the correct function selector.
Check and set it correctly.
Press SURROUND ON/OFF to turn on
the function.
Select the other modes.
Press the button to disengage.
Adjust the BALANCE control.
Check and properly connect the
equipment.
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Problem Cause
There is an abrupt loss of sound from
one or both of the speakers, or the
PROTECTOR indicator flickers in the
display window.
Sound transmitted from the speakers
is reversed.
There is lack of bass sound or the
instrument position is obscure.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
Surround effect cannot be obtained. The unit is in a wrong mode.
The remote commander will not
operate.
A short-circuit problem activates the
protective circuit.
The speakers are not connected
correctly.
The 0/© connection of the speaker
is reversed.
The connecting cords are not shielded
type.
A transformer, motor, TV or fluorescent
light affects the connecting cords.
The audio components are too close
to a TV set.
The unit is not grounded,
The connections are loose.
The plugs and jacks are dirty.
Surround circuit is turned off.
The batteries are exhausted.
The commander head is not pointed
toward the unit's front.
Solution
Turn off the unit, eliminate the shortcircuit problem and turn on the power
again. If there is no short-circuit
problem, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Connect the right speaker to the R
SPEAKER terminals and the left
speaker to the L SPEAKER terminals.
Connect the speaker with the correct
phase.
Use shielded type cords.
Place the connecting cords in a
location away from a transformer or
motor, and at least 3 meters (10 feet)
from a TV set or a fluorescent light.
If both are used at the same time,
separate the TV from the audio
components.
Connect the ground wire to the
antenna ground terminal.
Make secure connections.
Wipe the plugs and jacks with a cloth
lightly dampened with alcohol.
Press SURROUND MODE to set the
surround mode.
Press SURROUND ON/OFF,
Replace the batteries with new ones.
Point the commander head toward the
receiver.
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Specifications
(For USA and Canadian model)
Audio Power Specifications
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
With 8-ohm load, both channels driven,
from 40 - 20,000 Hz, rated 60 watts per
channel minimum RMS power, with less
than 0.8% total harmonic distortion from
250 milliwatts to rated output.
other Specifications
Amplifier section
Continuous RMS power output (8 ohms, at 1 kHz less than
0 8% total harmonic distortion)
70 W + 70 W
Dynamic power (at 1 kHz IHF)
75 W + 75 W (8 ohms)
80 W + 80 W (4 ohms)
Harmonic distortion
Less than 0.8% at rated output
Power output of surround amplifier (4 ohms, at 1 kHz less
than 0.8% totai harmonic distortion)
10 W
Frequency response
PHONO; RIAA equalization curve ±0.5 dB
CD —I
VIDEO 10 Hz-50 kHz'"dB
TAPE J
nputs
Sensitivity
PHONO
CD
VIDEO 1,2
TAPE
Outputs
REC OUT, VIDEO 1
(AUDIO) OUT
SPEAKER A, B Accepts speakers of
HEADPHONES Accepts low and high
Tone controls
Muting
DBFB
2 5 mV
200 mV
BASS ±10 dB at 100 Hz
TREBLE: ±10 dB at 10 kHz
-20 dB
+ 10 dB at 70 Hz
Impedance
50 kilohms
50 kilohms
Voltage 200 mV
Impedance 10 kilohms
8-16 ohms
impedance headphones
S/N (weighting
network, input level)
74 dB
72dB‘ (A, 2 5 mV)
95 dB
80 dB* (A, 200 mV)
78 IHF
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video section
INPUT
OUTPUT VIDEO 1
VIDE01,2
MONITOR
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
Tuner section
FM tuner sexton AM twMir Mction
Tuning range
Antenna
terminals
Sensitivity at
50 dB
quieting
Usable
sensitivity
Signal-tonoise ratio
Harmonic
distortion
Selectivity
Separation
Frequency
response
General
System
Tuner section: PLL quartz-locked digital
synthesizer system
Preamplifier section; low-noise NF type equalizer amp
Power amplifier section: pure complementary SEPP
Power requirements
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
USA model: MOW
Canadian model: 150 W
In standby condition: 5 W
AC outlet
One switched (120 W/1A Max.)
Dimensions
Approx 430 X 135 X 300 mm (w/h/d)
(17 X 5 Vj X 11 7, inches)
including projecting parts and controls
Weight
Approx. 6.5 kg (14 lb 6 oz)
Accessories supplied
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote Commander RM-U222 (1)
Sony batteries SUM-3(NS) (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice
87.5- 108 MHz 530- 1710 kHz
300 ohms,balanced
75 ohms, unbalanced
18.3 dBf, 4.5 pV
(mono)
38.3 dBf, 45 |xV
(stereo)
11.2 dBf, 2 pV (IHF) Loop antenna:
76 dB (mono)
70 dB (stereo)
0.3% (mono), 0.5%
(stereo) at 1 kHz
60 dB at 400 kHz 40dBat 10 kHz
45 dB at 1 kHz
30 Hz — 15 kHz
(10 kHz step)
531 - 1710 kHz
(9 kHz step)
External antenna
terminal
500 nV (at 1,000 kHz)
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
0.5% (at 50 mV/m,
400 Hz)
dB
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Amplifier section
Continuous RMS power output (8 ohms, at 1 kHz less than
0.8% total harmonic distortion)
60 W + 60 W
Dynamic power (at 1 kHz IHF)
65W + 65W(8 ohms)
Harmonic distortion
Less than 0.8% at rated output
Power output of surround amplifier (4 ohms, at 1 kHz less
than 0.8% total harmonic distortion)
10 W
Frequency response
PHONO: RIAA equalization curve ±0.5 dB
CD -|
VIDEO 10Hz-50kHz *°dB
TAPE J
Inputs
Sensitivity Impedance
PHONO
CD
VIDEO 1,2
TAPE
2.5 mV
200 mV 50 kilohms 95 dB
Outputs
REC OUT, VIDEO 1
(AUDIO) OUT
SPEAKER A, B
HEADPHONES
Tone controls
BASS: ±10 dB at 100 Hz
TREBLE: ± 10 dB at 10 kHz
Muting
-20 dB
DBFB
±10 dB at 70 Hz
Video section
INPUT
OUTPUT VIDEO 1
VIDE01,2
MONITOR
50 kilohms 74 dB
Voltage 200 mV
Impedance 10 kilohms
Accepts speakers of
8-16 ohms
Accepts low and high
impedance headphones
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
S/N (weighting
network, input level)
72 dB* (A, 2,5 mV)
80 dB* (A, 200 mV)
* 78 IHF
Tuner section
FM tuner section AM tuner section
Tuning range
Antenna
terminals
Sensitivity at
50 dB
quieting
Usable
sensitivity
Signal-tonoise ratio
Harmonic
distortion
Selectivity
Separation
Frequency
response
87,5 — 108 MHz
75 ohms,
unbalanced
18.3 dBf, 2.25 |uV, 75
ohms (mono)
38.3 dBf, 22.5 |iV, 75
ohms (stereo)
11.2 dBf, 1 pV (IHF)
75 ohms
70 dB (mono)
66 dB (stereo)
0.3% (mono), 0.5%
(stereo) at 1 kHz
60dBat 400 kHz
45dBat 1 kHz
30 Hz — 15 kHz
531 — 1,602 kHz
External antenna
terminal
Loop antenna500 nV (at 1,000 kHz)
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
0.5% (at 50 mV/m,
400 Hz)
30 dB at 9 kHz
dB
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General
System
Tuner section: PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer
system
Preamplifier section: low-noise NF type equalizer amp
Power amplifier section: pure complementary SEPP
Power requirements
240 V AC, 50 Hz
AC outlet
One switched (100 W Max.)
Dimensions
Approx. 430 X 135 X 300 mm (w/h/d)
(17 X 5 X 11 '/g inches)
including projecting parts and controls
Weight
Approx. 6.5 kg (14 lb 6 oz)
Accessories supplied
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote Commander RM-U222 (1)
Sony batteries SUM-3(NS) (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Note
This appliance conforms with EEC Directive 87/308/EEC
regarding interference suppression
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