Sony STR-DE435, STR-DE535, STR-SE491 Operating Instruction

Getting Started

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Operating Instructions

STR-DE535 STR-DE435 STR-SE491

Getting Started

WARNING

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

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.

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 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 your authority 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 below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. STR-DE535/STR-DE435/ STR-SE491

Serial No. _______________________

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 (MAINS) 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 disconnect 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 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-DE535, STR-DE435 and STR-SE491. 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 STRDE535 is the model used for illustration purposes, any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “STR-DE535 only”.

Type of differences

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

Unpacking 4 Hookup Overview 4 Antenna Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 5 Video Component Hookups 6 Speaker System Hookups 7 AC Hookups 9 Before You Use Your Receiver 9 Dolby Surround Setup 10

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations

Front Panel Parts Description 12

Receiver Operations

Receiving Broadcasts 15 Presetting Radio Stations 16

DE535

Model

Feature

PHONO VIDEO MONITOR CONTROL A1 II

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. For details on the use of your remote, refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote.

• A “Quick Reference Guide” is supplied on page 29.

• The following icons are used in this manual:

Indicates that you can use only the remote to do the task. Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

This receiver contains a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby ,” “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol a are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

DE435

SE491

•

Using Surround Sound

Enjoying Surround Sound 17 Selecting a Sound Field 18 Customizing Sound Fields 19

Other Operations

Indexing Preset Stations and Program Sources 21 Recording 21 Using the Sleep Timer 22 Adjustments Using the SET UP button 23

Additional Information

Troubleshooting 24 Specifications 25 Glossary 26

Index 27

Rear Panel Descriptions 28

Quick Reference Guide 29

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)

Model Remote

STR-DE535 RM-LJ302 STR-DE435 and RM-PP402

STR-SE491

• LR6 (size-AA) batteries (3) (STR-DE535 only)

• R6 (size-AA) bateries (2) (STR-DE435 and STR-SE491 only)

• Operating Instructions of the remote

• Operating Instructions of CONTROL A1 II

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert the LR6 (STR-DE535) or R6 (STR-DE435 and STR-SE491) (Size AA) batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor (STR-DE535) or g (STR-DE435 and STR-SE491) on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote.

You cannot operate the following buttons on the

RM-PP402 remote (STR-DE435 and STR-SE491 only)

• VIDEO2

• VIDEO3

• DVD

• PHONO (except STR-SE491)

• SOUND FIELD A.F.D.

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 28.

Video Component Hookups (6)

TV monitor

(except STR-

Speaker System Hookups (7)

Front

speaker

(L)

Rear

speaker

(L)

CD player

MD/Tape deck

Turntable

(except STR-

Audio Component Hookups (5)

SE491)

TV tuner

SAT (Satellite

receiver)

VCR

DE435)

Before you get started

Center

speaker

DVD player/

AC-3 decoder

Antenna Hookups (5)

AM/FM antenna

Front

speaker

(R)

Active

woofer

Rear

speaker

(R)

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.

• 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. 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.

y (except STR-DE435)

What antennas will I need?

• FM wire antenna (supplied) (1)

ANTENNA

• AM loop antenna (supplied) (1)

If you have poor AM reception

Connect a 20 to 50 ft. (6 to 15-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.

Connecting a ground wire

If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning as shown in the illustration in the left column. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

Note (except STR-DE435)

Do not use the SIGNAL GND y terminal for grounding the receiver.

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 7 and 8.

Hookups

FM wire antenna

After connecting the wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.

If you have poor FM reception

Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.

Ground wire (not supplied)

Receiver

ANTENNA

COAXIAL

FM 75Ω

Receiver

ANTENNA

COAXIAL

FM 75Ω

AM loop antenna

FM outdoor antenna

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.

y (except STR-DE435)

PHONO (except STR-DE435)

What cables will I need?

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

White (L)

CTRL A1 II (STR-DE535 only)

CD MD/TAPE

White (L) Red (R)Red (R)

To ground

(continued)

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Hookups

The arrow ç indicates signal flow.

CD player

Receiver CD player

AUDIO IN

Turntable (except STR-DE435)

OUTPUT

LINE

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.

5.1 CH/DVD

MONITOR (except STR-SE491)

Receiver

AUDIO IN

PHONO

Turntable

OUTPUT

LINE

• If your turntable has an earth lead

To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the y ground terminal on the receiver.

MD recorder or Tape deck

Receiver

REC OUT

MD/TAPE

MD recorder or Tape deck

OUTPUT

LINE

INPUT

LINE

CONTROL A1 II (STR-DE535 only)

Receiver

CTRL

A1 II

CD player, MD recorder

or Tape deck

CTRL A1 II

VIDEOTV/SAT

What cables will I need?

• Audio/video cable (not supplied) (1 for each TV tuner or Satellite receiver; 2 for the VCR)

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow White (L) Red (R)

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

Yellow

Hookups

The arrow ç indicates signal flow.

TV/SAT

Receiver

VIDEO IN

TV tuner or Satellite

receiver

OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

If you have a CONTROL A1 II-compatible Sony CD player, MD recorder or tape deck

AUDIO IN

TV/SAT

* except STR-SE491

Use a CONTROL A1 II cord (not supplied) to connect the CTRL A1 II jack on the CD player, MD recorder or tape deck to the CTRL A1 II jack on the receiver. Refer to the separate manual “CONTROL-A1 II Control System” and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player, MD

MONITOR (except STR-SE491)

MONITOR

VIDEO

OUT

TV monitorReceiver

INPUT VIDEO

recorder or tape deck for details.

Where do I go next?

Go on to the next section to connect video components to enjoy surround sound when watching/listening to TV programs or video tapes.

VCR

Receiver VCR

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT

VIDEO

INPUT VIDEO

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Speaker System Hookups

Overview

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO

* except STR-SE491

Use the function buttons (TV/SAT, CD, MD/TAPE etc.)

to select the VIDEO AUDIO OUT signal. You can record this audio signal by connecting a recording component such as a cassette deck (to the VIDEO AUDIO OUT jack).

DVD player/AC-3 decoder

What cable will I need?

• Audio cable (not supplied) (1 for each 5.1 CH/DVD FRONT and REAR jacks)

White (L)

Red (R)

• Monaural audio cable (not supplied) (1 for each 5.1 CH/ DVD CENTER and WOOFER jacks)

Black

• Video cable (not supplied) (1 for the 5.1 CH/DVD VIDEO IN jack)

White (L) Red (R)

Black

This section describes how to connect your speakers to the receiver. To enjoy surround effects, center and rear speakers and an active woofer are required. For specific locations of the terminals, see the illustration below:

WOOFER

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

SPEAKERS

REAR

SPEAKERS FRONT B

SPEAKERS CENTER

SPEAKERS FRONT A

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

Yellow

You can play decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtracks through the speakers connected to the amplifier.

If you have a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder you can amplify a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtrack with the following connections.

Dolby Digital AC-3

Receiver

5.1 CH/DVD

FRONT REAR CENTER

WOOFER

VIDEO

VIDEO IN

decoder, etc.

WOOFER

* STR-DE535 and STR-DE435 only

Where do I go next?

Go on to the next section to connect the speakers.

PRE OUT

Front speakers

Front speaker

(R)

FRONTREARCENTER

Receiver

FRONT

Front speaker

(L)

(continued)

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REAR

+ –

–

WOOFER

AUDIO

OUT

INPUT

Selecting the impedance

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 speaker.)

If the nominal impedance of your speaker is

Between 4 and 8 ohms 8 ohms or higher

Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to

4Ω 8Ω

Note

Be sure to connect the front speakers with nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets of front speakers (see page 12).

Rear and center speakers

Rear speaker

(R)

Receiver

SPEAKERS

REAR

CENTER

Centre speaker

Rear speaker

(L)

After connecting all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that all the speakers are connected correctly. For details on outputting a test tone, refer to “Adjusting the speaker volume” on page 10.

If you have connected rear speakers, be sure to press the 5.1 CH/DVD button and turn off sound field on the receiver before outputting a test tone so that the tone is output individually from the left and right rear speakers.

If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other than the one whose name is currently displayed on the receiver, the speakers may be short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.

Active woofer * STR-DE535 only

STR-DE435 and STR-SE491 only

Receiver

Active woofer

Receiver

WOOFER

AUDIO

OUT

Active woofer

INPUT

To avoid short-circuiting the speakers

Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To prevent this, make sure to take the following precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord does not touch another speaker terminal or the stripped end of another speaker cord.

Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord:

Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker terminal

REAR

* You can connect the active woofer to either of the two

jacks. The remaining jack can be used to connect a second active woofer.

Note

Do not connect any other component.

If you have an additional front speaker system

Connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals.

If your TV monitor uses separate speakers

You can connect one of them to the SPEAKERS CENTER terminals for use with Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound (see page 10).

Where do I go next?

To complete your system, go to “AC Hookups” on page 9.

Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation.

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AC Hookups

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 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

to a wall outlet

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.

Before You Use Your Receiver

Before turning on the receiver

Make sure that you have:

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

• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “Front Panel Parts Description” on page 12).

• Set BALANCE to the center position.

Clearing the receiver's memory

Before you use your receiver for the first time or when you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the procedure below:

1/u (power)

DIMMER

MUTING

Where do I 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.

1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Press 1/u (power) for more than 4 seconds.

“ALL CLEAR” appears in the display and the items including the following are reset or cleared:

• All preset stations are reset to their factory settings.

• All sound field parameters are reset to their factory settings.

• All index names (of preset stations and program sources) are cleared.

• All adjustments made with the SET UP button are reset to their factory settings.

• The sound field memorized for each program source and preset station is cleared.

After turning on the receiver

Check the following indicator:

• Press MUTING or MUTING on the remote if the MUTING indicator turns on.

• Press DIMMER to set the display at any of four levels of brightness.

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