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3-810-996-21(2)
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-DE505
STR-DE405
STR-D450Z
5TR-D350Z
1996 by Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
A
This svmbol fs 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.
A
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanving the appliance,
IMPORTANT
rhis equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits tpr a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
Ih 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 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 vour authoritv
to operate this equipment.
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 and serial numbers are
located on the rear of the unit. Record
the serial number in the space provided
beloiA'. Refer to them whenever vou call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. STR-DE303/STR-DE405/
STR-D430Z/STR-D330Z
Serial No._________________________
Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the recei\’er
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it an\’
further.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, clieck
that the operating voltage is identical
with vour 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 (.MAINS) as
long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the receiver itself ha.s
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 disconnect the AC power
cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull
the cord.
• C^ne blade <.)f the plug is wider than
the other for the purpose of safety
and will fit into the wall outlet only
one wav. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, contact
vour 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 \'entilalion to prevent heat
build-up and prolong the life of the
receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat
si>urces, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust or
mechaiiical 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
recei\'er.
On cleaning
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls
with a soft cloth slightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use anv type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as
alcohol or benzine.
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For detailed safety precautions, see the
^'IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" leaflet.
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-DE505, STR-DE405,
STR-D450Z’and STR-D350Z. Check
your model number by looking at the
upper right corner of the front panel or
lower right corner of the remote. In this
manual, the STR-DE505 is the model
used for illustration purposes, any
difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example,
"STR-DE505 only".
Type of differences
DE405
Feature
MIX AUDIO OUT •
DE505 /04502
/03502
Table of contents
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 5
Speaker System Hookups 5
Video Component Hookups 7
AC Hookups 8
Before You Use Your Receiver 8
Receiver Operations
Selecting a Component 8
Receiving Broadcasts 11
Presetting Radio Stations 12
Recording 13
Choosing a Surround Mode 14
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 15
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 17
Specifications 18
Glossary 19
Index 20
Conventions
The instructions 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 page 23.
• The "Remote Button Descriptions"
section on page 22 provides an
overview of the remote buttons.
• The following icons are used in this
manual:
Indicates that you can use onlv
the remote to do the task.
Indicates hints and tips for
^ making the task easier.
This receiver has the Dolby Surround
svstem.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation,
Additionallv licensed under Canadian
patent number 1,037,877. "Dolbv the
double-D svmbol □□ and "Pro Logic"
are trademarks of Dolbv Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Rear Panel Descriptions 21
Remote Button Descriptions 22
Quick Reference Guide 23
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Check that you received the following items with the
receiver:
• FM wire antenna (1)
• AM loop antenna (1)
• Remote controller (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries in accordance with
the + and - markings on the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remtUe senst>r @
on the receiver.
' Q ' When to replace batteries
Under normal use, 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^ensor 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.
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 jack, see "Rear
Panel Descriptions" on page 2T
Video Component
Hookups (7)
Audio Component
Hookups (5)
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.
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Antenna Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect AM and FM
antennas to the receiver. It 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.
What antennas will I need?
• FM \\’ire antenna
(supplied) (1)
AM loop anteiina
(supplied) (I)
Getting Started
Connecting a ground wire
To prevent hum, connect a ground wire (not supplied)
to the rh ground terminal, if vt»u'\ e connected an
outd(H)r antenna, be sure to connect the ground tor
lightning protection.
Receiver
M
4
to ground
Where do I go next?
If [/Oil UHint to connect i>thcr coinpimcnt^. ye m/ /1) the next
section, ¡fi/ou'ir ee/i/ i>liwnin^ /e //.•'«' the yeedver to listen
to the niiiio. ye to "Sfenker Si/>tcin //ee/./p’s" ();/ /'eyi's (i
iiihl 7.
Hookups
FM wire antenna
After connecting
the wire
antenna, keep it
as horizontal as
possible.
' Q ' If you have poor FM reception
Connect a 73-ohm coa.xial cable (not supplied) to an FM
outdoor antenna. Pull back the mesh portion
surrounding the inner cable and connect it to the earth
terminal (right side). Connect the inner cable to the FM
terminal (left side).
If you have poor AM reception
Connect a 20 to 30 ft. (6 to 13-meter) insulated wire (not
supplied) to the AM antenna terminal in addition to the
AM loop antenna. Try to extend the wire outdoors and
keep it horizontal.
Receiver
ANTENNA
m
u d
Receiver
AM loop antenna
Audio Component Hookups
Overview
This section describes liow to connect your audio
components to the receiver. If vou want to use the
receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections.
For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration
below.
PHONO TAPE/MD
What cords will I need?
/\udio cords (not ^up[ilu'Ll) (1 tor h Cl) pla\
turntable; 2 for eaih lapu doc k or Ml) recorder
White (L)-
Red (R) '
White (L)
Red (R)
(continued)
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Getting Started
Hookups
The arrow indicates signal flow.
CD player Receiver CD player
Turntable
If your turntable has an earth lead
I o prc\ {‘lit hum, I'onnrcl l)if iMr})! )<-‘ad lo ihe ^ ground
tL'rminal on ihe roaMvor.
Tape deck or MD recorder
Receiver Tape deck or MD recorder
For optimum surround sound effect, place your
speakers as shown below.
45'’
Rear speaker
60 - 90 cm
Jk
what cords will I need?
Speaker cord (not supplied) (1 tor each speaker)
(+)
(-)
Twist thv stripped ends ot the cord about 2/?> inch (13 mm}.
Be sure to match the speaker and to the appropriate
termiiial on tlie cumponents: + to + and - to -. It the cords
are re\'t.Tsed, the sound be distorted and will lack bass
Hookups
Front speakers
Front speaker
(R)
Receiver
(+)
<
(-)
Front speaker
(L)
Where do I go next?
Go on to the next section to eoiineet the spenker>.
Speaker System.Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your speakers to
the receiver. Altl'K)ugh front (left and right) speakers
are reqinred, center ajid rear speakers are optional.
Adding center and rear speakers will enhance the
surrttund effects. Connecting an active woofer will
increase bass response (for STR-DE505 only).
[•or specific locations of the terminals, see the
idustrafion below.
MIX AUDIO OUT
(STR-DE505 only) FRONT SPEAKERS A
SURROUND SURROUND
SPEAKERS REAR SPEAKER CENTER
Rear and center speakers
Rear speaker
(R)
Note
Ik* sure tk> connect the biUh rear speakers (L aiid I\).
No sound is heard it only c?ne speaker is connected.
Active woofer (STR-DE505 only)
Receiver Center speaker (U
Receiver Active woofer
csjX
be
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 conned one of them to the SURROUND
SPEAKER CENTER terminals for use with Dolby Pro
Logic Surround sound (see page 13).
Rear speaker
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Getting Started
Selecting the speaker system
To drive the speakers, select the speaker system as
follows:
To drive Depress SPEAKERS button
Speaker system A (connected
to the FRONT SPEAKERS A
terminals)
Speaker system B (connected
to the FRONT SPEAKERS B
terminals)
Both speaker systems A and
B (series connection)
Notes
• If you want to enjoy the surround sound, be sure to
connect the front speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS A
terminal.
• No sound is heard when you press SPEAKERS A+B
without connecting speaker system B,
A
B
A+B
• Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor)
Yellow =C2>™
Hookups
The arrow indicates signal flow.
TV/DBS TV tuner or Digital
MONITOR
Where do I go next?
To complete pour system, go to “AC Hookups" on page 8. If
you want to connect video components to enjoy surround
souiid when luatching/listening to TV programs or video
tapes, go on to the next section.
VCR
------------------------
Receiver broadcasting system
Receiver VCR
VIOEOOU'r VIDEO'
Yellow
Video Component Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect video
components to the receiver. For specific locations of the
jacks, see the illustration below.
VIDEO
What cables will I need?
• Audio/video cable (not supplied) (1 for each TV tuner or
Digital broadcasting system; 2 for the VCR)
Yellow
White (L)<3)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
0
r00i
-00-
L@0J
r0
-0
L@
-
Audio
00J
Where do I go next?
Go on to the next section to connect the AC power cord and
complete your home theater system.
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Getting Started
Receiver operations
AC Hookups
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord trom this receiver and
from vour aiidio/video components to a wall outlet.
If you connect other audio components to the
SWITCHED AC OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver
can supply power to the connected components so you
can turn on/off the whole system when you turn on/
off the receiver.
SWITCHED AC OUTLET
Selecting a Component
To listen to or watch a connected component, first
.select the function on the receiver or with the remote.
Before you begin, 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.
1 Press POWER to turn on the receiver.
Caution
Make sure that the power consumption of the component
connected to the receiver's AC outlet does not exceed 120
watts. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home
appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.
Where do I go next?
Before \/oii use the receiver, yo to the next section to make
sure that all the controls are set to the appropriate positions
2 Press a function button to select the component
you want to use:
To listen to or watch Press
Records PHONO
Radio programs TUNER
Compact discs (CD) CD
Audio tapes or MiniDiscs
(MIA
TV programs or Digital
broadcasting s\’stem
Video tapes
Before You Use Your Receiver
Turn on the compt)nent, for example, a CD player,
Before you start using your receiver, make sure that
you have:
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost
position (0).
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. {See
"Selecting the speaker system" on page 7.)
• Set BALANCE to the center position.
and then start playing.
To tune in radio stations on this receiyer, see
"Receiving Broadcasts" on page 11.
Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.
To adjust the volume of the TV's speakers, use the
volume control on the TV.
Function buttons
TAPE/MD
rV/DBS
VIDEO
Turn on the receiver and check the following display.
• Press MUTING on the remote if "MUTING" is
displayed.
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Receiver Operations
To Do this
Mute the sound Press MUTING on the remote,
Reinforce the bass
Adjust the balance
Adjust the tone quality
I’ress again to restore the
sou nd
Press BASS BOOST to turn on
the BASS BOOST indicator.
Turn the BALANCE control
left or right.
Adjust the BASS and TREBLE
controls.
■ Q' When you listen with headphones
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set
tKeTsPEAKERS buttons to OFF.
Watching/listening to video programs
When you watch/listening to 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 Pro Logic 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/listening to TV programs, turn on the TV, TV
tuner and tlie receiver and press TV / [)I^S on the receiver.
To watch videos, do the following:
1 Press VIDEO to select the VCR.
2 Turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to
match your video component.
3 Turn on the VCR, and start playback.
Press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL/FUNCTION
buttons to select the component you want to use.
The SYSTEM CONTROL/FUNCTION buttons on
the remote are factory-set as follows;
To listen to
Records
Radio programs
Compact discs (CD)
Audio tapes or MiniDiscs
(MD)
TV programs
VHS Video tapes
(VTR--3 mode)
Press
PHONO
TUNER
CD
TAPL/MD
TV
VIDEO
If you want to change the factorv setting of a
button, see pnge 10.
The receiver and the selected component turn on.
If the component does not turn on
I’ress the pov\’er switch on the component.
Start playing.
Refer to "Remote Button Descriptions" on page 22
for details.
To turn off the components
Press SYSTEM OFFP You can turn oft the video and audio
componeiits connected to the SVVITCHL13 AC OUTLET at
the same time.
'Q' If you use a Sony TV
When you press TV to watch a TV program, the TV
turns on and switches to the TV input. The TV^ also
turns on when you press VIDEO and switches to the
appropriate \’ideo input.
If the TV does not switch to the appropriate input
automatically, press TV/\'lDEO.
Using the remote |
The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony
compionents that are connected to it.
TV CONTROL
SYSTEM OFF
SYSTEM
CONTROL/
FUNCTION
'Q' When you watch TV without using the receiver (only
for Sony TVs)
Press TV CONTROL to set the remote to operate only
the TV. When you press this button, the TV turns on
and switches to the TV input. If the TV does not switch
to the TV input automatically, press TV/VIDEO.
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Receiver Operations
Operating one component while using another (Background Operation)
You can temporality operate other components white
listening to or watching a program.
Numeric buttons
BACKGROUND
1 Hold down BACKGROUND.
2 Press both the corresponding numeric button of
the component you're going to use (see the table
below) and one of the following buttons at the
same time; VISUAL POWER, TV/VIDEO, CH
PRESET +/-, ANT TV/VTR, D.SKIP, ■,
ExampleiTo start recording on a tape deck while
listening to a CD
While holding down BACKGROUND,
press 4 (or 5) and press • at the same
time.
The numeric buttons are assigned to select the
functions as follows:
Numeric button
1 CD player
2
3
4
3
6
7
8
9 VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*)
0
II, •.
Operates
DAT deck
MD deck
Tape deck A
Tape deck B
l.D player
VCR (remote control mode VTR 1*)
VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*)
TV
Changing the factory setting of a function button
If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons (page
9) don't match your system components, you can
change them. For example, if you have two CD players
and you don't have a tape deck or an MD recorder, you
can assign the TAPE/MD button to your second CD
player.
Note that the settings of the TUNER and PHONO
buttons cannot be changed.
► SYSTEM
CONTROL/
FUNCTION
Numeric buttons
1 Hold down the SYSTEM CONTROL/FUNCTJON
button whose function you want to change
(TAPE/MD, for example),
2 Press the corresponding numeric button of the
component you want to assign to the SYSTEM
CONTROL/FUNCTION button (1 - CD player,
for example).
For the numeric buttons, see the table in
"Operating one component while using another"
on this page.
Now you can use the TAPE/MD button to control
a .second CD player.
To reset the setting to the factory setting
Kepe.rt the nbove procedure.
10
Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting.
These correspond to Beta, 8mm and VHS respectively.
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Receiving Broadcasts
This receiver lets you enter a station's frequency
diiectly by using the numeric buttons (direct tuning). If
you don't know the frequency of the station you want,
see "Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations
(automatic tuning)" on this page.
Before you begin, make sure you have:
♦ Connected an FM/AM antenna to the receiver as
indicated on page 5.
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (See
"Selecting the speaker system" on page 7.)
POWM Numeric buttons
MASTER VOLUME
Receiver Operations
'(j' If an FM stereo program is distorted
The STEREO indicator flashes. Press FM MODE to
change to monaural (MONO). You will not have the
stereo effect but the distortion will be reduced. To
return to stereo mode, press this button again.
■ Q' If you cannot tune in a station and the entered
numbers are flashing
Make sure you've entered the right frequency. If not,
press DIRECT and re-enter the frequency you want.
If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not
used in your area.
y' To watch FM simulcast TV programs
Make sure that you tune in the simulcast program both
on the TV (or the VCR) and on the receiver.
y If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning
interval
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down
to the closest covered value.
Tuning intervals for direct tuning are;
FM: 50 kHz intervals
AM; 10 kHz intervals (to change to 9 kHz intervals, see
page 18)
2 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
3 Press FM/AM to select FM or AM stations.
4 Press DIRECT.
5 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency
Example 1: FM 102.50 MH
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz Exaftiple 2:-AM 1350 kHz
n 1 ro I [1 I fs 1 fo
(You don't have to enter
the last "0.")
lb \b fo fo ^
lb lb lb
6 When you tune in AM stations, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
To receive other stations
Repeat Steps 3 to 5.
'Q' If the STEREO indicator remains off
Press F-M MODE when an FM stereo broadcast is
received.
Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations
(automatic tuning)
If you don't know the frequency of the radio station
you want, you can have the receiver scan all the
receivable stations to locate the one you want.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press FM/AM to select FM or AM.
3 Press TUNING + or -.
Press the + button for a higher station number;
press the - button for a lower one. When you tune
past either end of the band, the receiver
automatically jumps to the opposite end. Every
time a station is received, the receiver stops
scanning. To continue scanning, press the button
again.
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Receiver Operations
Presetting Radio Stations
You'll most likely want to preset the receiver with the
radio stations you listen to often so that you don't have
to tune in the station every time. The receiver can store
a total of 30 FM or AM stations. You can store the
stations on preset numbers combining 3 characters (A,
B, C) and numbers (0 - 9), For example, you can store a
station as preset number Al, B6 or C9, etc.
Numeric buttons SHIFT
a
=== :
0
O I
lLD
-------------------------------TUNER MEMORY
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station you tvant.
If you are not familiar with how to tune in a
station, see "Receiving Broadcasts" on the
previous page.
J o
1 O
1 O
Tuning preset stations (preset tuning)
You can tune directly to a preset station by entering its
preset number. If you don't know which stations are
preset on which numbers, you can tune by scanning
the preset stations.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press SHIFT to select a character (A, B or C), then
press the number.
For example, select A and then press 7 to tune in
the station preset as A7.
You can tune by scanning the preset stations
First press TUNER and then press PRESET TUNING +
or - to select the station you want. Each time you press
the buttons, the preset numbers change as follows;
► Al ’► A2« ► AO «
► CO-
► B1 •
-C2-
► B2-
►CU
► BO-
3 Press MEMORY.
"MEMORY" appears for a few seconds.
Do steps 4 and 5 before "MEMORY" goes out.
4 Press SHIFT to select a character (A, B or C).
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter "A," "B" or
"C" appears in the display.
If "MEMORY" disappearsi start again from step 3.
5 while MEMORY is displayed, press the number
you want to use (0 to 9).
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to preset other stations.
To change a preset station
Preset a new station on the number you want to change.
Note
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about one week,
the preset stations will be cleared from the receiver's
memory, and you will have to preset the stations again.
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Recording
This receiver makes it easy to record to and from the
components connected to the receiver. You don't have
to connect playback and recording components
directly: once you select a program source on the
receiver, you can record and edit as you normally
would using the controls on each component.
Before you begin, make sure yoirve connected all
components properly.
Function buttons
Audio signal flow
■*: Video signal flow
Receiver Operations
Recording on a video tape
You can record TV program or digital broadcasting
system using the receiver. You can also add audio from
a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape.
See your VCR's instruction manual if you need help.
1 Press TV/DBS to select the program source.
2 Set the component to be ready for playing.
For example, turn on the TV and TV tuner.
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR for
recording.
4 Start recording on the VCR.
' Q ' You can replace audio while editing a video tape
At the point you want to start adding different sound,
press another function button (for example, CD) and
start playback. The si>und from the selected component
will be recorded over the original audio.
To resume recording the original sound, press the
TV/DBS function button.
Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the
receiver. See the instruction manual of your tape deck
or MD recorder if you need help.
1 Press one of the function buttons to select the
program source.
2 Set the component to be ready for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.
3 Insert a blank tape or disc into the recording deck
and adjust the recording level, if necessarv.
4 Start recording on the recording deck and then
start playing the component.
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Using Surround Sound
Choosing a Surround Mode
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by
selecting one of the three pre-programmed surround
modes according to the type of music you wish to play.
SURROUND
ON/OFF
1 Press SURROUND ON/OFF to turn on the
surround sound,
One of the SUR (surround) MODE indicators
lights up in the display.
2 Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly until the
indicator for the surround mode you want lights
up.
Select the appropriate surround mode as follow’s;
SURROUND
MODE
'y* You can find Dolby Surround-encoded software by
looking at the packaging
However, some \'ideos and laser discs may use Dolbv
Surround sound even it it's riot indicated on thi‘
package.
Note
Make sure to select speaker A with the SPEAKERS A button,
otherwise, vou can't obtain the surround effect.
Adjusting the Effect Level (for THEATER and HALL only)
You can make the surround sound more prominent byincreasing the EFFECT level. This control lets you
adjust the "presence" of the surround effect in six steps
(
1-6),
1 Start playing a programme source.
2 Press DELAY TIME / EFFECT to select the level
you prefer.
The effect level ("EFFECT 1" ... "EFFECT 6")
appears on the display.
Note
Changing the effect level may not produce major variations
in the surround effect when used with certain playback
sources.
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Select To
PRO LOGIC-^
THEA1ER
HALL
* "DOLBY" appears in the display.
When you use the remote
Each time you press SURROUND MODE, surround
mode changes as follows;
To turn off surround sound
Press SURROUND ON/OFF.
Decode pfograms'YTocessed with Dolby
Surround and create the atmosphere of a
movie theater.
Add the acoustic reflections'of a theater to
decoded Dolby Surround signals.
Reproduce the acoustics of a rectangular
concert hall. Ideal for soft, acoustic sounds.
PRO LOGIC* THEATER
"DOLBY" appears in the display.
HALL
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Getting the Most Out of Dolby
Pro Logic Surround Sound
To obtain the best possible Dolby Pro Logic Surround
sound, first select the center mode according to the
speaker system you have. Then, adjust each speaker
volume and delay time.
Note that you must have at least one additional pair of
speakers and/or one center speaker to do the following
adjustments.
CENTER SURROUND SURROUND
MODE ON/OFF MODE
CENTER
LEVEL +/-
Using Surround Sound
Selecting the center mode
The receiver offers you four center modes: Phantom, 3
Channel Logic, Normal, and Wide. Each mode is
designed for a different speaker configuration. Select
the mode that best suits your speaker's system
configuration:
1 Press SURROUND ON/OFF to turn on surround
sound.
2 Press SURROUND MODE repeatedly to select the
Dolby surround sound field (PRO LOGIC or
THEATER mode).
3 Press CENTER MODE repeatedly until the center
mode you want appears in the display. Select the
center mode as follows:
DELAY TIME/ REAR
EFFECT LEVEL W-
SURROUND
MODE
TEST TONE
CENTER
LEVEL +/-
If you have
Front and rear
speakers, no
center speaker
Front and CL'nter
speakers, no rear
speaker
Front and rear
speakers, and a
small center
speaker
Front and rear
speakers, and a
large center
speaker
Select So that
PHANTOM The sound of the
3 CH LOGIC
(3 Channel
Logic)
NORMAL
WIDE For "complete"
center channel is
output from the front
speakers.
The sound of the rear
channel is output
from the front
speakers.
The bass sound of the
center channel is
output from the front
speakers (because a
small speaker cannot
produce enough
bass).
Dolbv Pro Logic
Surround sound.
(continued)
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Using Surround Sound
Adjusting the speaker volume
The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your
speakers to the same level. (If all of your speakers have
equal performance, you don't have to adjust the
speaker volume.)
Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the
volume level from your listening position.
1 Press TEST TONE on the remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker
sequentially.
2 Adjust the volume level so that the test tone from
each speaker is at the same level from your
listening position.
• To adjust the level of center speaker, press
CENTER LEVEL + or - on the remote.
• To adjust the level of rear speakers, press
REAR LEVEL + or - on the remote.
3 Press TEST TONE on the remote to turn off the
test tone.
' Q ' You can adjust all speakers at one time
Adjust MASTER VOL on the remote or MASTER
VOLUME on the receiver.
Adjusting the delay time
You can make the surround sound more effective by
delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay
lime). You can select from three delay times, S (13 mS),
M (20 mS), and L (30 mS). Ft)r example, if you've
placed the rear speakers in a large room or apart frc^m
your listening position, set the delay time shorter.
1 Start playing a program source encoded with
Dolby Surround sound.
2 Press DELAY TIME on the remote or DELAY
TIME/EFFECT on the receiver repeatedly to
choose the delay time parameter. The current
delay time appears in the display, such as
"DELAY S," "DELAY M" or "DELAY L."
Note
Select the PRO LOGIC mode when you adjust tlie dela\' time
using DELAY 'riME/EFFECi" on the receiver.
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You can also adjust the volume level with the controls on the receiver
After pressing TEST TONE on the remote, press REAR
LEVEL + or - and CENTER LEVEL + or - to adjust the
level of the rear and center speakers respectively.
‘Q* You can increase the-outputdevel of the rear
speakers
The adjustment range of the rear speakers is preset from
-15 to +10, but you can shift the range up 5 levels (-10
to +15). Hctld diiwn CENTER MODE on (he rea'iver
while turning on the power until "GAIN UI^" appears
on the display.
The values for the rear level remain fixed at -15 to +10
in the display, but you will be able to hear the difference
in the actual output level.
To reset the rear level adjustment range, repeat this
procedure to display "NORMAL".
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'^5. I
.V?
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while
using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to
help you remedy the problem. Should any problem
persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.
Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
^ Make sure you select the correct component
on the receiver.
Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector
correctly.
Press MUTING on the remote if "MUTING"
is displayed.
^ The protective device on the receiver has been
activated because of a short circuit.
("PROTECT" flashes.) Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn
on the power again.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
^ Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
^ Adjust the BALANCE control.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least 10
feet (3 meters) away from a tV set or
fluorescent light.
Place your TV awav from the audio
components.
^ Make sure you connect a ground wire to the
antenna ground terminal.
^ The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
No sound is heard from the center speaker.
Select the appropriate center mode {see page
15).
Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 16).
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
Check that the antennas are connected
securely, Adjust the antennas and connect an
outdoor antenna if necessary.
^ The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when you tune in with automatic tuning).
Use direct tuning.
^ Make sure you set the tuning interval
correctly (when you tune in AM stations with
automatic tuning) (see pages 11 and 18).
^ No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when you tune in
with scanning preset stations). Preset the
stations (see page 12).
Surround effect cannot be obtained.
^ Make sure you turn on the sound field
function.
^ Make sure that the front speakers are
connected to the SPEAKERS A terminal.
^ Make sure that SPEAKERS A and B buttons
are depressed when two sets of front speakers
are used.
No picture or an unclear picture is seen on the TV screen.
^ Select the appropriate function on the
receiver.
^ Place your TV away from the audio
components.
Recording cannot be made.
^ Check that the components are connected
correctly.
The remote does not function.
^ Point the remote at the remote sensor @ on
the receiver,
^ Remove the obstacles in the path of the
remote and the receiver.
Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones if they are weak.
^ Make sure you select the correct function on
the remote.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the rear speakers.
^ Select the appropriate center mode (see page
15).
Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 16).
Make sure you turn on the sound field
surround mode function.
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Additional Information
18
Specifications
Audio power specifications
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION
With 8-ohm load, both
channels driven, from 20 -
20,000 Hz, rated 100 watts
(STR-DE505/D450Z),
80 watts (STR-DE405) or
60 watts (STR-D350Z) per
channel minimum RMS
power, with no more than
0.09 % total harmonic
distortion from 150
milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
Surround mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD
Dynamic power 8 ohms:
output STR-DE505 / D450Z;
0.8 %)
Front:
STR-DE505/D450Z:
100 W/ch
STR-DE405:
80 W/ch
STR-D350Z:
60 W/ch
Center:
STR-DE505/D450Z;
100 w
STR-DE405:
SOW
STR-D350Z:
60 w
(only in the
PRO LOGIC
mode)
Rear:
STR-DE505/D450Z:
100 W
STR-DE405:
SOW
STR-D350Z:
60 W
150W-P150W
STR-DE405:
125W-P 125W
STR-D350Z:
95 W -I- 95 W
4 ohms:
STR-DE505/D450Z:
210W-I-210W
STR-DE405;
165 W-H65 W
STR-D350Z:
130W -P130W
Frequency
response
Inputs
Sensitivity
PHONO 2.5 mV
(MM)
CD
TAPE/
MD.
TV/
DBS,
VIDEO
Outputs TAPE/MD REC OUT:
Muting Full mute
BASS BOOST +10 dB at 70 Hz
TONE ±8 dB at 100 Hz and
PHONO; RIAA
equalization curve
±0.5 dB
CD, TAPE/MD, VIDEO:
10 Hz-50 kHz±l dB
Impedance
kilohms
200 mV
150 mV
kilohms
Voltage 150 mV,
Impedance 10 kilohms
VIDEO AUDIO OUT:
Voltage 150 mV,
Impedance 10 kilohms
MIX AUDIO OUT
(STR-DE505 only)
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 10 kilohms
PHONES: Accepts low
and high impedance
headphones
10 kHz
50
50
S/N
(weighting
network,
Input level)
74 dB
72 dB*
(A, 2.5 mV)
82 dB
82 dB*
(A, 150 mV)
* 78 IHF
FM tuner section
Tuning range 87.5 -108.0 MHz
'Antenna 75 ohms, unbalanced
terminals 300 ohms, unbalanced
Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 /^V
Usable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 2 (IHF)
S/N Mono: 76 dB
Harmonic Mono; 0.3 %
distortion at Stereo: 0.5 %
1 kHz
Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency 30 Hz-15 kHz _2 dB
response
Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz
Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 /jV
Stereo: 70 dB
AM tuner section
Tuning range With 10 kHz interval*’
Antenna
Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
S/N
Harmonic
distortion
Selectivity
You can change the AM tuning interval
to 9 kHz. After tuning in any AM station,
turn off the receiver. Hold down the
TUNING + button and press the POWER
button. All preset stations will be erased
when you change the interval. To reset
the interval to 10 kHz, repeat the
procedure.
530 - 1710 kHz
With 9 kHz interval:
531 - 1710 kHz
Loop antenna
999 kHz)
54 dB (at 50 mV / m)
0.5 % (50 mV/m,
400 Hz)
At 9 kHz: 35 dB
At 10 kHz: 40 dB
Video section
Inputs
Outputs
VIDEO, TV/DBS:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
VIDEO:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
MONITOR:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
General
System
Power 120 VAC, 60 Hz
requirements
Power
consumption
AC outlets
Mass (Approx.) STR-DE505 / D450Z:
Supplied FM wire antenna (1)
accessories AM loop antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Tuner section: PLL
quartz-locked digital
synthesizer system
Preamplifier section:
Low-noise NF type
equalizer
Power amplifier section:
Pure-complimentary
SEPP
STR-DE505/D450Z:
200 W
STR-DE405:
165 W
STR-D350Z:
150 W
1 switched, total 120 W/
lAMax
Dimensions 17 x 5 ’/s x 11 V« inches
(430x148x295 mm)
7.3 kg (16 lb 1 oz)
STR-DE405/D350Z;
6.5 kg (14 lb 5 oz)
Remote controller
(remote) (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
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Additional Information
Glossary
Center mode
Si'ltin>;i'l spiMkrt's to i-nhaiuv 1 )olhv I’m
LoK.c Siirrmind mocif. lo ohiain tlic I’csl
possible’ surround st)und, select one of the
following hull' center modes according to
vour speaker svstein.
NORMALr
Select NORMAL mode it vou have front
and rear speakers and a small center
speaker. Since a small speaker cannot
produce emuigh bass, the bass scuind of
the center channel is output from the front
speakers.
Front
speaker (L)
er(L)
WIDE mode
Select WIDH mode if vou have front and
rear speakers and a large ceriter speaker
With the WIDt mode, you can take full
advantage c'f Dolbv Surround sound.
Front speaker Front
(L) speaker (R)
speaker(R)
Center
(L)
Front
(R)
(R)
3CH LOGIC r
Select 3 CH LOGIC mode if vou have frocit
and center speakers but no rear speaker
The sound ol the rear chaimel is output
from tlu' front speakers H) let you
e\[U‘rii'iu'i’ some ol llie sunouiul sound
vvilhouf using rear ~.peakeis.
(L) (R)
Delay time
Time lag between the surround sound output
from front speakers and rear speakers. B\'
adjusting the dela\' time of the rear speakers,
vou can i)btain the feeling of presence. Make
the delay time longer when vou have placed
the rear speakers in a small rooiii or close to
vu'ur listening pc'sitiim, and make it shorter
when vou have placed them in a large room
or apart from \ our listening positiim.
Direct tuning
Toiling method to let vou directlv enter a
station's lrequenc\ usuig the numeric
buttons. Use this method it vou know the
frequence' ot the station vou want.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
Decoding svstem of D(.>lb\' Surround sound
'.tandardi/ed in I'V programs and nioe ies.
Compared with the former Dolbv Surround
se stem, D«dbv I'ro Logic Surround improves
sound image bv using four separate channels:
off-screen audio effects, on-screen dialog,
left-to-right panning, and music. These
channels manipulate the sound to be heard
and enhance the action as it happens on the
screen. To take ad\'antage ol Uolb\' Pro Logic,
vou should have at least one pair of rear
speakers and/or one center speaker. You also
need to select the appropriate center mode to
eiijov a full effect.
Preset station
A radio bro.idcasting station that is stored in
memorv ol the reci'iver Once vou "preset"
stations, \’ou no longer ha\'e to tune in the
stations. Lach preset station isassigiU'd ils
own pr eset luiml'er, w liii |i U'ts \ ou tune
them m i[uickl\
Surround sound
S(.)und that consists ot three elements: direct
sound, earl\' reflected sound (earlv
reflecticms) and reverberali\'e sound
(re\'erberalion). The acoustics u here vou hear
the sound affect the uav these three sc>unJ
elements are heard. These sound elements are
combined in such a wav that veui can actualK'
feel the si/e and tiie t\ pe of a concert hall.
• Types of sound
Early reflections
Direct sound
Transition of sound from rear speakers
Direct sound Early
Level' ■ reflections Reverberation
:
Early reflection time
Test tone
Signal given out bv the receiver fcir adjusting
tine speaker volume The lest tone will come
out as follows.
in a system with a center <
(NORMAL/WIDE/3 CH LOGIC modes)
The test tone is output from the front 1.
(left), center, front R (right), and rear
speakers in succession.
Front (L) Front (R)
Center
PHANTOM mode
Select l^HANTOM mode if vou have front
and rear speakers but no center speaker.
The sound of the center channel is output
from the front speakers.
Front
r(L)
«
Rear Rear
speaker (L) speaker (R)
Dolby Surround
Lncoding and 'decoding svstem of Dolbv
Surround sound tor consumer use. Dolbv
Surround deC(KÌes the extra channels on the
Dolby Su rround-encoded sound tracks of
movie videos and TV programs and produces
s(.)und effects and ech<ies that make the action
seem ti> envelop viui.
(R)
The receiver offers Dolbv Surround as one of
the pre-programmed sound fields If vou
have rear or center speaker(s), we
rea'mmend that you customize the Dolb\'
Surround sound field bv selecting the
appropriate center mode to take advantage of
Dolbv Pro Logic Surround sound.
q Rear (UR) ,,
NORMAL/WIDE
In a system without a center speaker
(PHANTOM mode)
The test tone is output from the front and
the rear speakers alternateiv.
Front (L, R)
.] Rear (L, R) ¡.
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Index
A. B
Adjusting
delay time 16
speaker volume 16
tone 9
volume 8
Antenna hookups 5
Audio component hookups 5,
6
Automatic tuning 11
Background operation 10
Center mode 15, 19
NORMAL mode 15, 19
PHANTOMmode 15,19
3CH LOGIC mode 15,19
WIDE mode 15,19
Connecting. See Hookups
Delay time 16, 19
Direct tuning 11, 19
Dolby Pro Logic
Surround 19
getting the most out of 15
Dolby Surround sound 14,19
center mode 16, 19
Dubbing. See Recording
E, F. G
Editing. See Recording
H. I, J, K, L, M
Hookups
AC power cord 8
antennas 5
audio components 5, 6
overview 4
speakers 6, 7
video component 7
N, O
NORMAL mode 15,19
PHANTOM mode 15, 19
Preset station 19
Presetting
radio stations 12
Preset tuning 12
Program source
selecting 8, 9
Quick reference guide 23
Random Music Sensor 22
Rear panel 5, 6, 7, 8, 21
Receiving broadcasts
directly 11
using preset stations 12
Recording
on a tape 13
on a video tape 13
Remote buttons 9, 10, 22
background operation 10
Scanning
preset stations 12
radiostations 11
Selecting a program source
using the remote 9
Speakers
connection 6, 7
impedance 18
placement 6
selecting speaker system
Storing radio stations. See
Presetting
Surround sound 14, 19
Test tone 16, 19
3CH LOGIC mode 15,19
Troubleshooting 17
Tuning. See Receiving
broadcasts
u
Unpacking 4
V
Video component hookups 7
w. X, Y, Z
Watching/listening to video
programs 9
WIDE mode 15, 19
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Rear Panel Descriptions
-0
Q] ANTENNA (AM/FM)
[2 f^T^ound terminal
[3] PHONO
a CD
[H TAPE/MD
1 TV/DBS
I VIDEO
I MONITOR
I MIX AUDIO OUT (STR-DE505
only)
I AC power cord
0 SWITCHED AC OUTLET
0 FRONT SPEAKERS (A/B)
[g SURROUND SPEAKER
(CENTER)
M SURROUND SPEAKERS
(REAR)
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Remote Button Descriptions
For buttons not described on previous pages and buttons with names different from the buttons on the main unit.
Remote
Button
0-4
>10 CD player/
CIl/PRFSHT
+ / -
1). SKIP CD player Skips discs (CD player
II
►
■
•
• + ► Tape deck /
Operates Function
Receiver
CD player / MD
recorder
TV/VCR Selects channel numbers.
Tape deck/
MD recorder
Receiver
TV/VCR Selects preset channels.
CD player Searches tracks (forward
Tape deck/ MD
recorder/VCR
CD player/
MD recorder
CD player/
Tape deck/ MD
recorder/VCR
CD player/
Tape deck/MD
recorder/VCR
CD player/
Tape deck/MD
recorder/VCR
Tape deck Starts pla\' on the rewrse
Tape deck
MD recorder/
VCR
Selects preset numbers.
Selects track numbers.
0 selects track 10.
Selects track numbers
over 10.
Scans and selects preset
stations.
with multi-disc changer
only.)
or backward).
Fastforwards or rewinds.
Skips tracks.
Pauses play or record.
(Also starts recording
with components in
record standby.)
Starts piav.
Stops plav.
side.
Sets tape decks to the
record standby mode.
Starts recording when
pressed with ► (or
on tape deck).
Remote
Operates Function
Button
RMS
DIRECTION
RMS CLEAR Tape deck
RMS/START Tape deck
ENTER
TV/VIDEO
VISUAL
POWER
TV CONTROL
-/■ -
SUBCH + /- 'LV
POSITION TV
SWAP
P IN P
lU.MP
AN'rrV/VTR VCR Selects output signal from
RMS: Random Music Sensor
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function
Tape dt'ck
TV/VCR Changes channels when
TV/VCR Selects input signal: TV
TV/VCR Turns on or off the power.
TV
TV
'LV
TV
TV
Selects tape direction (for
tape decks with the RMS’
functit»n.)
Clears RMS’ program (for
tape decks with the RMS
function.)
Programs tracks (tape
deck with the RMS*
function onl\').
used with 0-9.
input or \'idec» input.
Turns on the TV, switches
the input to "’LV," and
sets the remote to operate
the TV,
Selects the channel entry
mode, either one or two
digit (in Europe only).
Selects preset channels for
the small picture.**
Changes the position of
the small picture.*’
Swaps the small and the
large picture.”
.Actiwites the picture-inpicture function.”
lumps b.u'k and forth
belwt‘i‘n till- pre\ ions and
current channels.
the antenna terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
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Quick Reference Guide
Receiving Broadcasts Presetting Radio
(direct tuning) Stations
Example: Receiving FM
102.50 MHz
♦
i-M/AM
■pikkct]
Display
r I Í I LI C. 3 Li
Select FM.
♦
Example: Presetting a
station as A7
Tune in the station you want,
♦
MHMÜK't
♦
Slim
_J Select A.
Scanning Radio Receiving Preset
Stations (automatic tuning) Stations
Selecting a
Component
Example 1: Playing a CD
Turn on the CD player.
♦
Start playing.
Example 2: Watching a video
tape
Turn on the VCR.
♦
Start playing.
Using Pre-programmed Sound Fields
Example: Scanning FM
stations
♦
IM ,'AM
Select FM.
♦
TONINC: +
: r )
^ To continue
scanning.
rUNINC; -I-
Example: Receiving the Example: Watching the
station number A7 video tape of a
Dolby Surroundencoded movie
♦
Mim
Select A,
Select
Scanning Preset
Stations
- I’HLShT IUNlNC+
r r i
Turn on the VCR
Start playing.
THEATER,
♦
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