Sony STR-D965 User Manual

FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver

3-798-892-21(2)

Operating Instructions

STR-D965

STR-D865

WARNING

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

CAUTION

1 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN . ’ ,

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

DO NOT REMOVE COVER. (OR BACK). ,

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

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 s)nnbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating

and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT

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 irwtallation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instrucHons, 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;

SHOCK,

PERSONNEL.

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Cotmect 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.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the C!ATV 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 and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. STR-D965/STR-D865

Serial No.______________

For the customers in Canada CAUTION

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

Precautions

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The

operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver.

• The receiver is not disconnected from

the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the receiver

for a long time, be sure to disconnect

the receiver from the wall outlet. To discoimect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

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

• Should the AC power cord need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.

On placement

• Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat

build-up and prolong the life of the receiver.

• Do not place the receiver near heat

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

• Do not place anything on top of the

cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

On operation

• Before connecting other components,

be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.

On cleaning

• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened

with a 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 USA

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

Table of contents

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

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for models STR-D965 and STR-D865. Check your model number by looking at the lower right comer of the front panel. In this manual, the STR-D965 is the model used for illustration purposes, any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, :"STR-D965 only".

Type of differences

D965 0865

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VIDEO 3 input

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Getting Started

Unpacking 4 Hookup Overview 4 Anteima Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 5 Speaker System Hookups 6 TV/VCR Hookups 7 AC Hookups 8 Before You Use Your Receiver 8

Receiver Operations

Selecting a Component 9 Receiving Broadcasts 10 Presetting Radio Stations 11 Indexing 12 Recording 13 Using the Sleep Timer 14

Using Sound Fields

Using Pre-programmed Soimd Fields 15

Taking Advantage of the Sound Fields 15 Customizing Sound Fields 15 Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 17

Impedance

selector

Conventions

• The instmctions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver.

• A "Quick Reference Guide" is supplied on the back cover.

• The "Remote Button Descriptions". section on page 27 provides an overview of the remote buttons.

• The following icons are used in this manual:

Indicates that you can use the

remote to do the task.

Indicates hints and tips for

i making the task easier.

Tliis receiver incorporates the Dolby Pro Logic Surround system. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under Canadian patent number 1,037,877. "Dolby ," the double-D symbol CD and "Pro Logic" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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Advanced Remote Operations

Operating One Component While Using Another

(background operation) 19 Changing the Factory^ Setting of a FUNCTION Button 19 Programming the Remote 20

Additional Information

Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 22 Glossary 23

Index 25

Rear Panel Descriptions 26

Remote Button Descriptions 27

Quick Reference Guide (back cover)

Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items with the receiver:

• FM wire antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with the + and - on

the battery compartment. When using the remote,

point it at the remote sensor H on the receiver.

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Hookup Overview

The receiver allows you to connect and control the following audio/video components. Follow the hookup procedures for the components that you want to connect to the receiver on the pages specified. To learn the locations and names of each jacks, see "Rear Panel Descriptions" on page 26.

Antenna Hookups (5)

TVA/CR Hookups (7, 8)

Speaker System

AM/FM antenna

Q When to replace batteries

Under normal rise, the'batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you don't use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Audio Component Hookups (5, 6)

Before you get started

• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.

• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed.

• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

• When connecting an audio/video cable, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components; Yellow (video) to Yellow; White (left, audio) to White; and Red (right, audio) to Red.

Getting Started

Antenna Hookups

Overview

This section describes how to connect AM and FM antennas to the receiver. If you want to receive radio broadcasts with the receiver, complete these connections first, then go to the following pages. For specific locations of the terminals, see the illustration below.

ANTEMNA

FM wire antenna (supplied) (1)

AM loop antenna (supplied) (1)

FM outdoor antenna

insulated wire

Connecting a ground wire

To prevent hum, connect a ground wire (not supplied) to the ih ground terminal. If you've connected an outdoor antenna, be sure to connect the ground for lightning protection.

Receiver

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to ground

Hookups

FM wire antenna

'Q' If you have poor FM reception

Connect a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to an FM outdoor antenna.

Q If you have poor AM reception

Connect a 20 to 50 ft. (6 to 15-meter) insulated wire (not supplied) Fo the AM antenna terminal in addition to the AM loop antenna. Try to extend the wire outdoors and keep it horizontal.

Receiver

AM loop antenna

Where do I go next?

If you want to connect other components, go on to the next section. If you're only planning to use the receiver to listen to the radio, go to "Speaker System Hookups" on pages 6 and 7.

Audio Component Hookups

Overview

This section describes how to connect your audio components to the receiver. If you want to use the receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections. For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration below.

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Getting Started

What cords will I need?

Audio cords (not supplied) (1 for each CD player and turntable; 2 for each tape deck, DAT deck, or MD recorder)

White (L)'

Red (R)

Hookups

The arrow indicates signal flow.

CD player

Receiver CD player

Turntable

Receiver

Turntable

White (L) Red (R)

Speaker System Hookups

Overview

This section describes how to connect your speakers to the receiver. Although front (left and right) speakers are required, center and rear speakers are optional. Adding center and rear speakers will enhance the surround effects. Connecting an active woofer will increase bass response. For specific locations of the terminals, see the illustration below.

IMPEDANCE

MIX OUT FRONT SPEAKERS A SELECTOR

If your turntable has an earth lead

To prevent hun\, connect the earth lead to the ih ground terminal on the receiver.

Tape deck

Receiver

DAT/MD

Receiver

Tape deck

DAT/MD

Where do I go next?

Go on to the next section to connect the speakers.

For optimum surround sound effect, place your

speakers as shown below.

What cords will I need?

Speaker cord (not supplied) (1 for each speaker)

(+)

(-)

Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on

the components: + to + and - to -. If the cords are reversed, the

sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

(+) (-)

Hookups

Front speakers

Front speaker

(R)

Receiver

T —

FRONT SPEAKERS

—

Front speaker

(L)

Getting Started

Rear and center speakers

Rear speaker

(R) Receiver

Active woofer

Receiver

'Q' If you have an additional front speaker system

Connect them to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.

'Q' If your TV monitor uses separate speakers

You can connect one of them to the SURROUND SPEAKER CENTER terminals for use with Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (see page 17).

Center speaker (L)

Active woofer

Rear speaker

Where do / go next?

To complete your system, go to "AC Hookups" on page 8. If you want to connect video components to enjoy surround sound when watching TV programs or video tapes, go on to the next section.

TVAfCR Hookups

Overview

This section describes how to connect video components to the receiver. For specific locations of the

jacks, see the illustration below.

MONITOR TV VIDEO 2

Selecting the impedance (STR-D965 only)

Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers

as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual of your speakers if you're not sure of the impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label on the back of the spaeaker.)

if nominal impedance of your speaker is

4 ohms or higher 40

8 ohms or higher 80

Set IMPEADANCE SELECTOR to

Selecting the speaker system

If you connect only one set of front speakers, set the SPEAKERS selector on the front panel to A. If you connect two sets of front speakers, see the following:

To drive

Speaker system A (connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals)

Set SPEAKERS selector to

What cables will I need?

• Audio/video cable (not supplied) (1 for each TV or LD player; 2 for each VCR)

Yellow White (L) =ClH!l“ Red(R)

• Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV)

Yellow -riLlSlI”™

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«mlg3= White (L)

mnii(g3= Yellow

Yellow

Red (R)

Hookups

The arrow indicates signal flow.

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Speaker system B (connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals)

Both speaker systems A and B (parallel connection)

■'Do not use A+B with SURROUND ON.

A+B*

(continued)

Getting Started

MONITOR

If you use a TV monitor, do not connect anything to the TV VIDEO IN jack.

AC Hookups

Receiver

VCR (via the VIDE01 jacks)

If you have two VCRs connect the second one to the VIDEO 2 jacks.

Receiver VCR

Receiver

TV Monitor

INPUT VIDEO

Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the AC power cord from this receiver and from your audio/video components to a wall outlet. If you cormect other audio components to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS on the receiver, the receiver can supply power to the connected components so you can turn on/off whole system when you turn on/off the receiver.

SWITCHED AC OUTLETS

Caution

Make sure that the power coiasumption of the component connected to the receiver's AC outlet does not exceed 120 watts. Do not cormect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.

Camcorder

Use the VIDEO 3 INPUT on the front panel (STR-D965 only). You cannot record on the camcorder (or VCR) connected to the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks.

Receiver Camcorder

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Where do / go next?

Go on to the next section to connect an AC plug and complete your home theater system.

Where do / go next?

Before you use the receiver, go to the next section to make sure that all the controls are set to the appropriate positions.

Before You Use Your Receiver

Before you start using your receiver, make sure that you have;

• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0).

• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (For details, see "Selecting the speaker system" on page 7.)

• Set BALANCE to the center position.

Turn on the receiver and check the following indicators.

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• Press MUTING if the MUTING indicator turns on.

Selecting a Component

To listen to or watch a connected component, first select the function on the receiver or with the remote. Before yoiibegin, make sure you have:

• Connected all components securely and correctly as indicated on pages 5 to 8.

• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0) to avoid damaging your speakers.

POWER

MASTER VOLUME

Mute the sound Press MUTING. Press again to restore

Reinforce the bass

Adjust the balance Turn the BALANCE control left or right.

'Q' When you use the remote

The remote lets you play the receiver and the Sony components connected to the receiver. See "Remote Button Descriptions" on page 27 for details.

When you listen with headphones

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF.

Do this

the sound

Press BASS BOOST to turn on the BASS BCXDST indicator.

Function buttons

1 Press POWER to turn on the receiver.

2 Press a function button to select the component you

want to use:

To listen to or watch

Records Radio programs

Compact discs (CD)

Digital Audio Tapes (DAT) or MiniDiscs (MD)

Laser discs

TV programs

Video tapes

Audio tapes

Press

PHONO

•TONER ■

DAT/MD

LD TV

VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 (STR-D965 only)

TAPE MONITOR

Watching video programs

When you watch TV or video programs, we recommend you play audio portion through the receiver instead of your TV's speaker. This lets you take advantage of the receiver's surround sound effects, like Dolby Surround, and lets you use the receiver's remote to control the audio. Turn off the speakers on your TV before you start so you can enjoy the surround sound from your receiver.

To watch TV programs, turn on both the TV and the receiver and press the TV button on the receiver.

To watch videos or laser discs, do the following:

1 Press a function button to select the component (for

example, VIDEO 1).

2 Turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to

match your video component.

3 Turn on the component (VCR or LD player), and

start playback.

Turn on the component, for example, a CD player, and then start playing. To tune in radio statiorvs on this receiver, see

"Receiving Broadcasts" on page 10.

Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume. To adjust the volume of the TV's speakers, use the volume control on the TV.

Using the remote | § [

The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony components that are connected to it.

TV CONTROL ON

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