Sony STR-DE445 User Manual

FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver

4-227-987-21(2)

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de Instruccìones

STR-DE545 STR-DE445 STR-SE501

 2000 Sony Corporation

WARNING

Precautions

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

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

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.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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 unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit 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.

• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

On placement

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

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 the STR-DE545, STR-DE445 and STR-SE501. 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 STRDE545 and the remote commander RM-U304 are used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “STR-DE545 only”.

Type of differences

Model

Feature

CONTROL A1-II

SPEAKERS FRONT B

S-Video

TV/SAT OPTICAL IN

AC OUTLET

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

Conventions

• The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of the remote RM-PP404 (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only), refer to the separate operating instructions supplied

with the remote.

• The following icon is used in this manual: z Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

DE545

•

DE445

SE501

•

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hooking Up the Components 4

Unpacking 4 Antenna Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 6 Video Component Hookups 7 Digital Component Hookups 8

5.1CH Input Hookups 9 Other Hookups 10

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System 12

Speaker System Hookup 13 Performing Initial Setup Operations 15 Multi Channel Surround Setup 16 Before You Use Your Receiver 20

Location of Parts and Basic Operations 22

Front Panel Parts Descriptions 22

Enjoying Surround Sound 27

Selecting a Sound Field 28 Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround

Displays 31

Customizing Sound Fields 33

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol a are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US

Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

Demonstration Mode

The demonstration will activate the first time you turn on the power. When the demonstration starts, the following message appears in the display :

“NOW DEMONSTRATION MODE IF YOU FINISH DEMONSTRATION PLEASE PRESS POWER KEY WHILE THIS MESSAGE APPEARS IN THE DISPLAY THANK YOU”

To cancel the demonstration

Press 1/u to turn the receiver off while the above message is being displayed. The next time you turn the receiver on, the demonstration will not appear.

To view the demonstration

Hold down SET UP and press 1/u to turn on the power.

Notes

• Running the demonstration will clear the receiver’s memory. For details on what will be cleared, see “Clearing the receiver's memory” on page 15.

• There will be no sound when the demonstration mode is activated.

Receiving Broadcasts 37

Direct Tuning 39 Automatic Tuning 39 Preset Tuning 40

Other Operations 41

Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 42 Recording 42 Using the Sleep Timer 43 Adjustment Using the SET UP Button 44

Additional Information 45

Troubleshooting 45 Specifications 47 Glossary 49 Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, BASS/TREBLE, and

SET UP buttons 50 Remote Button Description (STR-DE445 only) 51 Index 54

Hooking Up

Unpacking

the Components

This chapter describes how to connect various audio and video components to the receiver. Be sure to read the sections for the components you have before you actually connect them to the receiver.

Check that you received the following items with the receiver:

• FM wire antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

• STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only

• Remote Commander RM-PP404 (remote) (1)

• Operating instructions of the remote (1)

• Operating instructions of CONTROL A1 II (1)

• STR-DE445 only

• Remote Commander RM-U304 (remote) (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver.

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For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only).

When to replace batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all 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.

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 cord, 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.

Antenna Hookups

ANTENNA

FM 75Ω

COAXIAL

AM loop antenna (supplied)

FM wire antenna (supplied)

FM 75Ω

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FRONT REAR

5.1 CH INPUT

DIGITAL IN

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

SUB

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

WOOFER

AUX CD

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

MD/TAPE

VIDEO IN

TV/SAT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

MONITOR

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

VIDEO

WOOFER

Terminals for connecting the antennas

Connect the To the

AM loop antenna AM terminals

FM wire antenna FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal

OUT

SUB

CTRL A1 I I

FRONT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

240V 220V120V

REAR

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

RLRL

If you have poor FM reception

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED 120W/1A MAX

AC 120V 60Hz

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

Outdoor FM antenna

Receiver

Hooking Up the Components

Notes on antenna hookups

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components.

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.

• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as

horizontal as possible.

Ground wire (not supplied)

To ground

Important

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

Audio Component Hookups

IN OUT

LINE

OUTPUT

LINELINE

INPUT OUTPUT

MD/TAPE

ANTENNA

DIGITAL IN

TV/SAT

5.1 CH INPUT

AUX CD

DVD/LD

VIDEO

SPEAKERS

CTRL A1 I I

MONITOR

AC OUTLET

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

SUB

WOOFER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

FM 75Ω

COAXIAL

FRONT REAR

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

TV/SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

DVD/LD

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

FRONT

REAR

RLRL

CENTER B FRONT A

240V 220V120V

Hooking Up the Components

MD/TAPE deck

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

White (L) White (L)

Red (R) Red (R)

CD player

Jacks for connecting audio components

Connect a To the

CD player CD jacks

MD deck or Tape deck MD/TAPE jacks

Video Component Hookups

TV or Satellite tuner

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT VIDEO

ANTENNA

75Ω

COAXIAL

FRONT REAR

5.1 CH INPUT

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

TV/SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

AUX CD

DIGITAL IN

DVD/LD

DVD or LD player

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT VIDEO RL

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

MD/TAPE

OUT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

TV/SAT

AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

S-VIDEO

OUT

MONITOR

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

VIDEO

SUB

WOOFER

TV monitor

S-VIDEO

INPUT

VIDEO

CTRL A1 I I

FRONT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

Required cords

Audio/video cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

Yellow (video) Yellow (video)

White (L/audio) White (L/audio)

Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)

Video cord for connecting a TV monitor (not supplied)

Yellow Yellow

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

240V 220V120V

REAR

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

RLRL

AC OUTLET

Hooking Up the Components

IN OUT

INPUT OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

Jacks for connecting video components

Connect a To the

TV or Satellite tuner TV/SAT jacks

VCR VIDEO jacks

DVD or LD player DVD/LD jacks

TV monitor MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VCR

Note on video component hookups

You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the TV/ SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not connect the TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you are connecting a separate TV tuner (or satellite tuner), connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above.

When using the S-video jacks instead of the video jacks

(STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

Your monitor must also be connected via an S-video jack. S-video signals are on a separate bus from the video signals and will not be output through the video jacks.

Digital Component Hookups

SWITCHED 120W/1A MAX

AC 120V 60Hz

Hooking Up the Components

Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To enjoy full effect of multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD player with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, such as the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).

TV or Satellite

tuner

OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FRONT REAR

75Ω

5.1 CH INPUT

OUT

TV/SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

SUB

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

WOOFER

AUX CD

DIGITAL IN

DVD/LD

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

MD/TAPE

DVD player (etc.)*

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

TV/SAT

AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

MONITOR

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

VIDEO

SUB

WOOFER

CTRL A1 I I

FRONT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

Required cords

Optical digital cords (not supplied)

Black Black

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

Yellow Yellow

Audio/video cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

Yellow (video) Yellow (video)

White (L/audio) White (L/audio)

Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio)

Note

The optical and coaxial digital input jacks on the receiver are compatible with sampling frequencies of 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

240V 220V120V

REAR

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

RLR

RLRL

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED 120W/1A MAX

AC 120V 60Hz

* When making digital audio connections to a DVD player, connect to either the coaxial OR optical digital jacks, and not

both. It is recommended to make digital audio connections to the coaxial jack.

** STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only.

Example of LD player connected via an RF demodulator

Please note that you cannot connect an LD player’s AC-3 RF OUT jack directly to the receiver’s digital input jacks. You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. Connect the LD player to the RF demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator’s optical or coaxial digital output to the receiver’s OPTICAL or COAXIAL DVD/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details on AC-3 RF hookups.

DVD/LD

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SPEAKERS R ON r OFF

PHONES

VIDEO IN

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

5.1CH INPUT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD

A. F. D.

2CH MODE

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

PRESET

– TUNING +

BASS BOOST TONE

FM/AM

FM MODE

MASTER VOLUME

I–i

LEVEL

SET UP

SUR

NAME

BASS/

TREBLE

ENTER

BASS

MUTING

BOOST

VIDEO OUT

AC-3 RF OUT

RF demodulatorLD player

DIGITAL

DVD/LD IN

(COAXIAL)

(OPTICAL)

or (OPTICAL)

Note

When making connections as shown above, be sure to set INPUT MODE (3 on page 23) manually. The receiver may not operate correctly if INPUT MODE is set to “AUTO.”

SHIFT

MEMORY

TONE

5.1CH Input Hookups

Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with 5.1CH INPUT jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multichannel software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with

5.1CH OUTPUT jacks, you can connect them directly to

the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel decoder. Alternatively, the 5.1CH INPUT jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, you will need five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a subwoofer. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the 5.1 channel input hookups.

DVD player,

Multichannel decoder, etc.

5.1 CH OUTPUT

REAR

CENTER

WOOFER

FRONT

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH INPUT FRONT and REAR jacks

White (L) White (L)

Red (R) Red (R)

Monaural audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1CH INPUT CENTER and SUB WOOFER jacks

Black Black

Video cord (not supplied)

One for the DVD/LD VIDEO IN jacks (etc.)

Yellow Yellow

Note

When using the connections described below, adjust the level of your surround speakers and subwoofer from the DVD player or multichannel decoder.

Hooking Up the Components

FM 75Ω

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FRONT REAR

5.1 CH INPUT

DIGITAL IN

TV/SAT

SUB

WOOFER

DVD/LD

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

AUX CD

MD/TAPE

VIDEO IN

TV/SAT

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

VIDEO

MONITOR

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

CTRL A1 I I

FRONT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

REAR

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

Example of a DVD player hookup using the 5.1CH INPUT jacks

DVD/LD

5.1CH INPUT CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD

A. F. D.

2CH MODE

VIDEO IN etc.

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

MASTER VOLUME

I–i

LEVEL

SET UP

SUR

NAME

BASS/

TREBLE

ENTER

BASS BOOST TONE

PRESET

– TUNING +

FM/AM

FM MODE

BASS

MUTING

BOOST

VIDEO OUT

5.1 CH INPUT

DVD player

Note

See page 13 for details on speaker system hookup.

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DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

SPEAKERS

R ON r OFF

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

PHONES

RLRL

SPEAKERS FRONT

SHIFT

MEMORY

SPEAKERS REAR/CENTER

TONE

SUB WOOFER

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

240V 220V120V

AC OUTLET

Front Speaker (L)

Front Speaker (R)

Rear Speaker (L)

Rear Speaker (R)

Center Speaker

Active Woofer

Other Hookups

Hooking Up the Components

75Ω

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

ANTENNA

FRONT REAR

5.1 CH INPUT

TV/SAT

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

SUB

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

WOOFER

AUX CD

DVD/LD

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

MD/TAPE

VIDEO IN

TV/SAT

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

VIDEO

CONTROL A1

CTRL

MONITOR

A1 I I

S-VIDEO

OUT

FRONT

AUDIO

OUT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

SUB

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

WOOFER

Required cords

Audio cords (not supplied)

When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components.

White (L) White (L)

Red (R) Red (R)

CONTROL A1 connecting cord (not supplied) (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

Black Black

(STR- DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

REAR

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

RLRL

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

240V 220V120V

AC OUTLET

AC power cord

OUTPUT

LINE

CD player, tape deck,

MD deck, etc.

The configuration and shape of AC outlets on the rear panel varies according to the model and country to which the receiver is shipped.

AC OUTLET*

To a wall outlet

CONTROL A1 hookup (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony CD player, tape deck, or MD deck

Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the CONTROL A1 MD deck to the CONTROL A1 Refer to the separate manual “CONTROL-A1 System” and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details.

Note

If you make CONTROL A1 connections from the receiver to an MD deck that is also connected to a computer, do not operate the receiver while using the “Sony MD Editor” software. This may cause a malfunction.

• If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector

If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to “CD 1” and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver. If, however, you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer to the VIDEO IN jacks on the receiver.

jack on the CD player, tape deck, or

jack on the receiver.

Control

Connecting the AC power cord

Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a wall outlet:

• Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page

13).

Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video components to a wall outlet.

STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only

If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the whole system on or off when you turn the receiver on or off.

Caution

Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver’s AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet. (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

Note

If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks, the receiver’s entire memory will be cleared and the demonstration will start.

Hooking Up the Components

AUX AUDIO IN hookup

• If you have an individual audio component (except PHONO)

Use the audio cords to connect the LINE OUT jacks on the CD player, tape deck, or MD deck to the AUX AUDIO IN jack on the receiver so that you can listen to stereo sources in surround sound.

Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (except for Singapore, Malaysia, Canada and Australia models)

Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the player is set to the local power line voltage. If not, set the selector to the correct position using a screwdriver before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

120 V 240 V 220 V

Hooking Up

SET UP

Cursor buttons

and Setting Up the Speaker System

This chapter describes how to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set up your speakers to enjoy multi channel surround sound.

SPEAKERS R ON r OFF

PHONES

? / 1

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD

A. F. D.

2CH MODE

BASS BOOST TONE

I–i

LEVEL

SUR

BASS/

TREBLE

MASTER VOLUME

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

– TUNING +

FM/AM

MUTING

PRESET

FM MODE

BASS BOOST

Jog dial

Brief descriptions of buttons and control used to set up the speaker system

SET UP button: Press to enter the setup mode when specifying speaker types and distances.

Cursor buttons ( / ): Use to select parameters after pressing the SET UP button.

Jog dial: Use to adjust the setting of each parameter.

SHIFT

MEMORY

TONE

Speaker System Hookup

Required cords

Speaker cords (not supplied)

One for each front, rear, and center speaker

(+)

(–)

Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

One for an active sub woofer

Black Black

FM 75Ω

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FRONT REAR

5.1 CH INPUT

DIGITAL IN

TV/SAT

DVD/LD

OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL

SUB

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

WOOFER

AUX CD

VIDEO IN

REC OUT IN AUDIO IN

MD/TAPE VIDEO

(+)

(–)

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

DVD/LDTV/SAT

MONITOR CTRL

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

** IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

A1 I I

REAR

FRONT

4 Ω 8 ΩCENTER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

Front speaker (R)

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* FRONT SPEAKERS B

SPEAKERS

CENTER B FRONT A

RLRL

Front speaker (L)

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VOLTAGE SELECTOR

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240V 220V120V

AC OUTLET

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

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INPUT

AUDIO

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Rear speaker (R)

Terminals for connecting the speakers

Connect the To the

Front speakers (8 or 4** ohm) SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals

*Additional pair of front SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals speakers (8 or 4** ohm)

Rear speakers (8 ohm) SPEAKERS REAR terminals

Center speaker (8 ohm) SPEAKERS CENTER terminals

Active sub woofer SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack

* STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only. ** See “Speaker impedance” on the next page.

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Rear speaker (L)

Notes on speaker system hookup

• Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). 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.

• If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers.

• You can also connect Micro Satellite Speaker (e.g. SA-VE230) to the receiver. Micro Satellite Speaker is a

5.1 Channel speaker system consisting of two front speakers, two rear speakers, one center speaker and one subwoofer.

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Center speakerActive sub woofer

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Speaker System Hookup

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.

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

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.

Speaker impedance (STR-DE545 and STRSE501 only)

Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual supplied with your speakers if you’re not sure of their 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

Speakers connected to the REAR and CENTER SPEAKERS terminals must have a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher (regardless of the setting of the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR).

Note

Be sure to connect front speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or higher if you want to select both sets (A+B) of front speakers (see page 23).

Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to

4Ω

8Ω

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

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, see page 19.

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 speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens, check the speaker connection again.

To avoid damaging your speakers

Make sure that you turn down the volume before you turn off the receiver. When you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the level you turn off the receiver.

Performing Initial Setup Operations

Once you have made speaker connections and have turned on the power for the first time, clear the receiver’s memory. After you have done this, set the speaker sizes, speaker locations and other initial system settings that are necessary.

Before turning on the receiver

Make sure that you have:

• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “7

SPEAKERS selector” on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

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 following. If the Demonstration appears when the power is turned on, this procedure is not necessary.

1/u

SPEAKERS R ON r OFF

PHONES

? / 1

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD

A. F. D.

2CH MODE

BASS BOOST TONE

I–i

LEVEL

SUR

BASS/

TREBLE

MASTER VOLUME

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

MUTING

– TUNING +

FM/AM

PRESET

SHIFT

MEMORY

FM MODE

BASS

TONE

BOOST

Setting up the receiver

Before you use your receiver for the first time, use the SET UP button to adjust settings to correspond to your system. You can set the following items. For details on how to adjust each setting, see the page in parentheses.

• Set the speaker size (page 16).

• Set the speaker distance (page 18).

• Select the 5.1CH INPUT video signal (page 44).

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

1 Turn off the receiver.

2 Hold down ?/1 for four seconds.

The currently selected function, then the demonstration message appears in the display and the items including the following are reset or cleared:

• All preset stations are reset or cleared.

• 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 stations are cleared.

Multi Channel Surround Setup

For the best possible surround sound all speakers should be the same distance from the listening position (A). (However, this unit lets you to place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the rear speakers up to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) to the listening position.

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The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet) from the listening position (A).)

You can place the rear speakers either behind you or to the side, depending on the shape of your room (etc.).

When the rear speakers are placed to the side

A A

45°

90°

20°

When the rear speakers are placed behind you

Specifying the speaker parameters

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

2 Press SET UP.

3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the

parameter you want to adjust.

4 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want.

The setting is stored automatically.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all of the

parameters that follow.

Normal speaker and Micro Satellite speaker

Choose NORM. SP if you’re using normal speakers and MICRO SP if you’re using Micro Satellite speakers. If you choose NORM. SP, you can adjust the speaker size and the sub woofer selection as mentioned below. However, if you choose MICRO SP, the speaker size and the sub woofer selection has been configurated as follows:

Speakers

Front

Center

Rear

Woofer

You cannot change the configuration if you choose MICRO SP.

Settings

SMALL

YES

A A

45°

90°

20°

Note

Do not place the center speaker farther away from the listening position than the front speakers.

For STR-SE501, the speaker size and sub woofer selection has been preset to MICRO SP according to the supplied speaker system. If you change the speaker system, choose NORM. SP to adjust the speaker size and sub woofer selection.

p Front speaker size (L R)

Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445)

SMALL (STR-SE501)

• If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer.

• When the front speaker is set to “SMALL”, the center and rear speakers are also automatically set to “SMALL” (unless previously set to “NO”).

p Center speaker size (

)

Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445)

SMALL (STR-SE501)

• If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to

“LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround

effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. *

• If you do not connect the center speaker, select “NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.*

About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL)

Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a channel the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speaker. However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of directionality it best not to cut them, if possible. Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to “SMALL”. If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass, you can use the bass/ treble to boost the bass levels. To adjust the bass/treble, see page

35.

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p Rear speaker size (LS RS)

Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445)

SMALL (STR-SE501)

• If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. However, if the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, you cannot set the rear speakers to

“LARGE”.

• If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround

effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the rear channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.

• If you do not connect rear speakers, select “NO”.*

*1~*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes

*1 NORMAL *2 PHANTOM *3 3 STEREO

p Rear speaker position (REAR PL.)*

Initial setting : BEHIND This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. Refer to the illustration below.

• Select “SIDE” if the location of your rear speakers

corresponds to section A.

• Select “BEHIND” if the location of your rear speakers

corresponds to section B.

This setting only effects the surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

90°

45°

20°

* These parameters are not available when “Rear speaker

size (REAR)” is set to “NO”.

Multi Channel Surround Setup

p Rear speaker height (REAR HGT.)*

Initial setting : LOW This parameter lets you specify the height of your rear speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

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Refer to the illustration below.

• Select “LOW” if the location of your rear speakers

corresponds to section A.

• Select “HIGH” if the location of your rear speakers

corresponds to section B.

This setting only affects the surround modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields.

* These parameters are not available when “Rear speaker

size (REAR)“ is set to “NO”.

About the rear speaker position (SIDE, and BEHIND)

This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as critical as other modes. All of the modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields were designed under the premise that the rear speaker would be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent even with the rear speakers positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the speakers are pointing toward the listener from the immediate left and right of the listening position, the “VIRTUAL” sound fields will not be effective unless the rear speaker position parameter is set to “SIDE”. Nevertheless, each listening environment has many variables, such as wall reflections, and you may obtain better results using “BEHIND” if your speakers are located high above the listening position, even if they are to the immediate left and right. Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the “Rear speaker position” explanation, we recommend that you play back multi channel surround encoded software and listen to the effect each setting has on your listening environment. Choose the setting that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between the surround sound from the rear speakers and the sound from the front speakers. If you are not sure which sounds best, select “BEHIND” and then use the speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain proper balance.

p Sub woofer selection (SUB WOOFER)

Initial setting : YES

• If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.

• If you do not connect a sub woofer, select “NO”. This

activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers.

• In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry, we recommend that you set your sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.

p Front speaker distance (FRONT)

Initial setting : 5.0 meter Set the distance from your listening position to the front (left or right) speaker (A on page 16).

• Front speaker distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot) steps from 1.0 to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet).

• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

p Center speaker distance (CENTER)

Initial setting : 5.0 meter Set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker.

• Center speaker distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 16) to a distance 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening position (B on page 16).

• Do not place the center speaker farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.

p Rear speaker distance (REAR)

Initial setting : 3.0 meter Set the distance from your listening position to the rear (left or right) speaker.

• Rear speaker distance can be set in 0.1 meter (1 foot) steps from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 16) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position (C on page 16).

• Do not place the rear speakers farther away from your listening position than the front speakers.

• If both speakers are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the closest speaker.

About speaker distances

This receiver allows you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker farther away than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker can not be set more that 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, the rear speakers cannot be set farther away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer. This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to enjoy the surround sound. Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away. For example, setting the center speaker distance 1~2 m (3~6 feet) closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the rear speakers are too close, setting the rear speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger soundstage. (1 foot corresponds to a 1 ms difference.) Adjusting these parameters while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

Adjusting the speaker volume

Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the volume of each speaker.

Note

This receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment.

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

2 Press TEST TONE on the supplied remote.

You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.

3 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the

test tone from each speaker sounds the same when you are in your main listening position.

• To adjust the balance of the front right and front left speakers, use the front balance parameter in the LEVEL menu (see page 34).

• To adjust the balance of the rear right and rear left speakers, use the rear balance parameter in the LEVEL menu (see page 34).

• To adjust the volume level of the center speaker, press MENU </> to select the center parameter. Use +/– on the remote to adjust the level.

• To adjust the volume level of the rear speaker, press MENU </> to select the rear parameter. Use +/– on the remote to adjust the level.

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

4 Press TEST TONE on the remote again to turn off

the test tone.

Note

The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is set to 5.1CH INPUT.

You can adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same

time

Rotate MASTER VOLUME on the receiver or press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote.

Multi Channel Surround Setup

Notes

• The front balance, rear balance, center level, and rear level are shown in the display during adjustment.

• Although these adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the LEVEL menu (when the test tone is output, the receiver switches to the LEVEL menu automatically), we

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote control.

When setting the volume levels for each speaker

Let’s assume that you have matched the sound levels of all the speakers using the test tone. Although this lays the foundation for high quality surround sound, it may be necessary to make further adjustments while listening to playback of actual software. This is because most software contains center and rear channels recorded at slightly lower levels than the two front channels. When you actually play back software recorded in multi channel surround, you will notice that increasing the center and rear speaker levels produces a better blend between the front and center speakers and greater cohesion between the front and rear speakers. Increasing the level of the center speaker about 1 dB, and the rear speakers about 1~2 dB is likely to produce better results. In other words, in order to create a more cohesive soundstage with balanced dialog, we recommend that you make some adjustments while playing your software. Changes of only 1 dB can make a huge difference in the character of the soundstage.

Before You Use Your Receiver

Before turning on the receiver

Make sure that you have:

• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “7

SPEAKERS selector” on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

Checking the connections

After connecting all of your components to the receiver, do the following to verify that the connections were made correctly.

1/u

Function buttons

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD

A. F. D.

2CH MODE

LEVEL

SUR

BASS/

TREBLE

SPEAKERS

R ON r OFF

PHONES

? / 1

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.

2 Press a function button to select a component

(program source) that you connected (e.g., CD player or tape deck).

MASTER VOLUME

BASS BOOST TONE

I–i

MASTER VOLUME

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

– TUNING +

FM/AM

MUTING

PRESET

SHIFT

MEMORY

FM MODE

BASS

TONE

BOOST

3 Turn on the component and start playing it.

4 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to turn up the volume.

If you do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, look for the reason in the checklist on the following page and take the appropriate measures to correct the problem.

There is no sound no matter which component is selected.

, Check that both the receiver and all components

are turned on.

, Check that the volume level on the display is not

set to VOL MIN by turning the MASTER VOLUME.

, Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set to

OFF or to a position for front speakers that are not connected to the receiver (see “7 SPEAKERS selector” on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

, Check that all speaker cords are connected

correctly.

, Press the MUTING button to turn off the indicator.

There’s no sound from a specific component.

, Check that the component is connected correctly to

audio input jacks for that component.

, Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is

(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.

No sound is heard from one of the front speakers.

, Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack

and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to verify that sound is output from the headphones (see “7 SPEAKERS selector” and “PHONES jack” on page

23). If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound.

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System

If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see “Troubleshooting” on page 45.

Location of Parts and Basic Operations

This chapter provides information about the locations and functions of the buttons and controls on the front panel. It also explains basic operations.

Front Panel Parts Descriptions

1 ?/1 switch

Press to turn the receiver on and off.

2 Function buttons

Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use.

To select Press

VCR VIDEO

TV or satellite tuner TV/SAT

DVD or LD player DVD/LD

MD or Tape deck MD/TAPE

CD player CD

Built in tuner TUNER

An audio component AUX

After selecting the component, turn on the component you selected and play the program source.

• After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD player, turn on the TV and set the TV’s video input to match the component you selected.

? / 1

SPEAKERS

R ON r OFF

PHONES

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT ABC

A. F. D.

3 INPUT MODE button

Press to select the input mode for your digital components (DVD/LD and TV/SAT). Each press switches the input mode of the currently selected component.

Select To

AUTO Give priority to digital signals

DIGITAL (OPTICAL) Specify the digital audio signals

DIGITAL (COAXIAL) Specify the digital audio signals

ANALOG Specify the analog audio signals

4 5.1CH INPUT button

Press to enjoy the audio source connected to the 5.1CH INPUT jacks with the video from the selected component.

when there are both digital and analog connections. If there are no digital signals, analog is selected

input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks

input to the DIGITAL COAXIAL input jacks (DVD/LD only)

input to the AUDIO IN (L and R) jacks

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

CINEMA STUDIO

SOUND FIELD 2CH MODE

PRESET

– TUNING +

SHIFT

MEMORY

– TUNING +

FM/AM

MUTING

FM MODE

BASS

BOOST

TONE

LEVEL

BASS/

TREBLE

BASS BOOST TONE

MASTER VOLUME

–

SUR

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

5 MASTER VOLUME control

After turning on the component you selected, rotate to adjust the volume.

6 MUTING button

Press to mute the sound. The indicator lights up when the sound is muted.

7 SPEAKERS selector (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only)

Press according to the front speakers you want to drive.

Press To select

A The speakers connected to the FRONT

B The speakers connected to the FRONT

A+B* The speakers connected to both the FRONT

* 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.

STR-DE445 only

Press SPEAKERS button to ON.

SPEAKERS A terminals

SPEAKERS B terminals

SPEAKERS A and B terminals (parallel connection)

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations

• When the 5.1CH INPUT is selected, the tone, bass booster, and sound field effects do not function.

• To change the video input displayed when 5.1CH INPUT is selected, press SET UP (ws) and then press cursor buttons (w;) repeatedly to select “5.1 V. IN” (see page 44 for details).

PHONES jack

Connects headphones.

• To use the headphones, press the SPEAKERS button to OFF to output sound to the headphones.

• When listening to the headphones, set the sound field to 2CH to get the correct soundstage.

Front Panel Parts Description

8qaw;qs

? / 1

SPEAKERS

R ON r OFF

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations

PHONES

8 DISPLAY button

Press repeatedly to change the information on the display window as follows:

Index name of the component or the preset station*

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT

A. F. D.

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

CINEMA STUDIO

ABC

SOUND FIELD 2CH MODE

qh qg9

PRESET

– TUNING +

SHIFT

MEMORY

BASS BOOST TONE

MASTER VOLUME

–

LEVEL

SUR

BASS/

TREBLE

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

qkql wswdwfwaqj

9 DIMMER button

Press repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the display.

0 Use the SOUND FIELD buttons to enjoy surround

sound. For details, see “Enjoying Surround Sound” starting from page 27.

– TUNING +

FM/AM

MUTING

FM MODE

BASS

TONE

BOOST

qd qf

FUNCTION button indication or frequency**

Sound field applied to the program source

* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the

component or preset station (see page 42). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the function button.

** Frequency appears only when the tuner is selected.

A.F.D. button / indicator

Press to set the receiver to automatically detect the type of audio signal being input and perform proper decoding (if necessary).

2CH button / indicator

Press to output sound from only the front (left and right) speakers.

MODE button / indicator

Press to activate the sound field selection mode (page

28).

qa MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator

This indicator lights up when the unit is decoding signals recorded in a multi channel format.

qs Use the CINEMA STUDIO buttons to enjoy the

CINEMA STUDIO sound effects.

A/B/C buttons

Press to activate the CINEMA STUDIO A, B or C sound field (page 29).

qh The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For

details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page

37.

PRESET TUNING +/– buttons

Scan all preset stations.

qd BASS BOOST button

Press to increase the bass of the front speakers. The BASS BOOST indicator lights up when the function is turned on.

qf TONE button

Press to turn the tone effect on or off. The TONE indicator lights up when the tone is turned on. When you adjust the tone using the BASS/TREBLE parameters (page 35), the settings are stored automatically and can be reproduced whenever you turn on the tone.

z When you want to listen to an analog source without any digital processing

Do the following to bypass the sound field, tone, and bass booster circuits.

1 Press 2CH. 2 Press BASS BOOST to turn off the BASS BOOST indicator. 3 Press TONE to turn off the TONE indicator.

The result will be a sound that is highly faithful to the program source.

qg The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For

details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page

37.

SHIFT button

Selects a memory page for preset stations.

MEMORY button

Press to memorize a preset station.

TUNING +/– buttons

Scan all the available radio stations.

FM/AM button

Selects the FM or AM band.

FM MODE button

If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo reception is poor, press this button. You will not have the stereo effect but the sound is improved.

qj LEVEL button

Press to activate the speaker level parameters (page

34). The indicator on the button lights up and you can

adjust the various speaker level parameters (front balance, rear balance, etc.). Press again to turn off the indicator.

qk SUR button

Press to activate the surround parameters (page 33). The indicator on the button lights up and you can adjust the various surround parameters (effect level, wall type, etc.). Press again to turn off the indicator.

ql BASS/TREBLE button

Press to adjust the tone (page 35).

w; Cursor buttons (

/ )

Press to select various speaker level, surround, and bass/treble parameters (etc.).

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations

Front Panel Parts Description

wa Jog dial

Turn to adjust the selected speaker level, surround, and bass/treble parameters (etc.).

ws SET UP button

Press to activate the setup mode, then use the cursor buttons (w;) to select any of the following indications. You can then make various settings using the jog dial (wa).

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations

When you select You can

Speaker type Specify the type of speakers.

(page 16)

Speaker setup Specify the front, center, rear

speaker sizes, the rear speaker position, and whether or not you are using a sub woofer. (page 16)

Speaker Distance Specify the front, center, and rear

speaker distances. (page 18)

5.1CH video input Specify the video input to be used with the audio signals from the 5.1CH INPUT jacks. (page 44)

wd NAME button

Press to activate the name function and enter names for preset stations and program sources (page 42).

wf ENTER button

Press to enter individual characters for the preset station and program source names.

Enjoying Surround Sound

This chapter describes how to set up the receiver to enjoy surround sound. You can enjoy multi channel surround when playing back software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS.

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-programed sound modes. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. You can also customize the sound modes to obtain the sound you desire by changing the various surround parameters. The receiver containes a variety of different sound modes. The cinema sound modes are designed for use when playing back movie software (DVD, LD, etc.) encoded with multi channel surround sound or Dolby Pro Logic. In addition to decoding the surround sound, some of these modes also provide sound effects commonly found in movie theaters. The virtual sound modes contain compelling applications of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal processing technology. They shift the sound away from the actual speaker locations to simulate the presence of several “virtual” speakers. The music (etc.) sound modes are designed for use with standard audio sources and TV broadcasts. They add reverberation to the source signal to make you feel as if you were in a concert hall or stadium (etc.). Use these sound modes with two-channel sources like CD and stereo broadcasts of sports programs or musical concerts. For more information about the sound modes, see pages 29 - 30.

Enjoying Surround Sound

A.F.D.

The “Auto Format Decoding” sound mode presents the sound exactly as it was encoded, without adding any reverberation (etc.).

To fully enjoy surround sound, you must register the number and location of your speakers. See “Multi- Channel Surround setup” starting on page 16 to set the speaker parameters before enjoying surround sound.

SOUND FIELD buttons

SPEAKERS

R ON r OFF

PHONES

? / 1

DISPLAY

DIMMER

INPUT MODE

VIDEO

DVD/LD TV/SAT

MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX

5.1CH INPUT ABC

A. F. D.

SUR

Cursor buttons

LEVEL TONE

CINEMA STUDIO

SOUND FIELD

2CH MODE

MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

BASS BOOST TONE

I–i

LEVEL

SUR

BASS/

TREBLE

MASTER VOLUME

SET UP

NAME

ENTER

– TUNING +

FM/AM

MUTING

PRESET

Jog dial

BASS/TREBLE

FM MODE

Selecting a Sound Field

You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of

SHIFT

MEMORY

BASS

TONE

BOOST

the pre-programed sound fields according to the program you want to listen to.

1 Press MODE.

The current sound field is indicated in the display.

2 Turn the jog dial or press the cursor buttons ( or

) to select the sound field you want.

See the table starting on page 29 for information on each sound field.

Brief descriptions of buttons used to enjoy surround sound

Enjoying Surround Sound

LEVEL button: Press to customize the level parameters.

SUR button: Press to customize the surround parameters

in the current sound field.

BASS/TREBLE button: Press to adjust the tone.

Cursor buttons (

pressing the LEVEL, SUR, BASS/TREBLE or SET UP buttons.

Jog dial: Use to adjust parameters and select sound fields (etc.).

SOUND FIELD buttons:

/ ): Use to select parameters after

A.F.D. button: Press to set the receiver to

automatically detect the type of audio signal being input and perform proper decoding (if necessary).

MODE button: Press to activate the sound field selection mode.

To turn the sound field off

Press A.F.D. or 2CH (page 24).

The receiver memorizes the last sound field selected for each

program source (Sound Field Link)

Whenever you select a program source, the sound field that was last applied is automatically applied again. For example, if you listen to CD with HALL as the sound field, change to a different program source, then return to CD, HALL will be applied again. With the tuner, sound fields are memorized separately for AM, FM, and all preset stations.

You can identify Dolby Surround-encoded software by

looking at the packaging

Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the logo, and Dolby Surround encoded programs are labeled with the A logo.

2CH button: Press to output sound from only the front (left and right) speakers.

TONE button: Turns the tone effect on or off.

Sound field information

Sound field Effect Notes

NORM. SUR (NORMAL SURROUND)

Software with multi channel surround audio signals is played according to the way it was recorded. Software with two channel audio signals, is decoded with Dolby Pro Logic to create surround effects.

C. STUDIO A (CINEMA STUDIO A)

C. STUDIO B (CINEMA STUDIO B)

C. STUDIO C (CINEMA STUDIO C)

V. MULTI* (VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION)

V. SEMI-M* (VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI DIMENSION)

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio.

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio.

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage.

Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear speakers positioned higher than the listener from a single pair of actual rear speakers. This mode creates four sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at approximately a 30° angle of elevation.

Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers without using actual rear speakers. This mode creates five sets of virtual speakers surrounding the listener at a 30° angle of elevation.

This is a standard mode, great for watching most type of movie.

This mode is ideal for watching sciencefiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.

This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack.

LCR

SIDE**

LCR

BEHIND**

LCR

RSLS

** See

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RSLS

Enjoying Surround Sound

* “VIRTUAL” sound field: Sound field with virtual speakers.

Selecting a Sound Field

Sound field information

Sound field Effect Notes

HALL

Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall.

Ideal for soft acoustic sounds.

JAZZ (JAZZ CLUB)

LIVE (LIVE HOUSE)

GAME

Notes

• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal.

Enjoying Surround Sound

• When listening to sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the rear speakers.

Use the buttons on the front panel to operate the following modes

AUTO FORMAT DECODING (Press the A.F.D. button)

2 CHANNEL (Press the 2CH button)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.

Obtains maximum audio impact from video game software.

Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard two channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded, without adding any effects.

Outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers only. Standard two channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels.

Great for rock or pop music.

Be sure to set the game machine to stereo mode when using game software with stereo sound capabilities.

You can use this mode as a reference. Set the tone to OFF while using this mode to hear the source sound exactly as it was recorded.

This allows you to play any source using only the front left and right speakers.

Note

No sound is output from the sub woofer when the 2 CHANNEL mode is selected. To listen to two channel (stereo) sources using the front left and right speakers and a sub woofer, use the AUTO FORMAT DECODING mode.

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