Sony STR-DE515 User Manual
3-859-657-31(2)
FM Stereo
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FM-AM Receiver
Operating instructions
Mode d'emploi
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STR-DE515
STR-DE415
STR-DE315
STR-D360Z
© 1997 by Sony CojporaSon
WARNING
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.
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CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
Precautions
On safety
• should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the receiver
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, check
that the operating voltage is identical
with your local power supply. The
operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate at the rear of the receiver.
• The receiver is not disconnected from
the AC power source (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
• Qean 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 Table OF CONTENTS
The instructions in this manual arc for
modeU STR-DK15, STR-DE4153TRDE315 and STR-D360Z. Check your
model number by looking at the upper
right comer of the front panel or lower
right comer of the remote. In this
manual, the STR-DE515 is the model
used for illustration purposes, any
difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example,
"STR-DE515 only". \
Type of differences
'\^oiiel
Featur^\
MIX AUDIO
OUT
WOOFER
5.1/DVD
WIRELESS
REAR
SPEAKER
VIDEO
MONITOR
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:
^ making the task easier.
DE5150E415 DE31S D360Z
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Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
Indicates hints and tips for
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 5
Speaker System Hookups 6
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
Rear Panel Descriptions 21
Remote Button Descriptions 22
Quick Reference Guide 23
This receiver has the Dolby Surround
system.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
"Dolby'Tro Logic" and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Getting Started
Unpacking
Qieck 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 remote sensor [
on the receiver.
'(j' 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 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.
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
leam the locations and names of each jack, see "Rear
Panel Descriptions" on page 21.
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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
cormections 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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Getting Started
Antenna Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect AM and FM
antennas to the receiver. If you want to receive radio
broadcasts with the receiver, complete these
connections first, then go to the following pages.
For specific locations of the terminals, see the
illustration below.
What antennas will I need?
• FM wire antenna
(supplied) (I)
Hookups
FM wire antenna
After connecting
the wire
antenna, keep it
as horizontal as
possible.
Receiver AM loop antenna
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AM loop antenna
(supplied) (1)
ANTENNA
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Connecting a ground wire
To prevent hum, connect a ground wire (not supplied)
to the ih ground terminal. If you've connected an
outdoor antenna, be sure to connect the ground for
lightning protection.
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Where do I go next?
If you want to connect other components, go on to the next
section, ¡/you're only planning to use the receiver to listm
to the radio, go to "Speaker System Hookups " on pages 6
and 7.
Audio Component Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your audio
components to the receiver. If you want to use the
receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections.
For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration
below.
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If you have poor FM reception
Connect a 75*ohm coaxial 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).
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amtenna"
Q If you have poor AM reception
Coiuiecl 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.
PHONO TAPE/MD
(Except STR-DE315)
What cords will I need?
Audio cords (not supplied) (1 for each CD player or
turntable; 2 for each tape deck or MD recorder)
White (L)
Red (R)
White (L)
Red(R)
(continued)
Getting Started as
Hookups
The arrow =
CD player
Turntable
(except
STR-DE315)
If your turntable has an earth lead
To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the /h ground
terminal on the receiver.
Tape deck or MD recorder
a- indicates signal flow.
Receiver CD player
Receiver Tape deck or MD recorder
For optimum surround sound effect, place your speakers as shown below.
Rear speaker
45"
60 - 90 cm
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What cords will I Tjeed?
Speaker cord {not supplied) (1 for each speaker)
(+)
(-) ^ ^ (-)
Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/3 mch (15 mm).
Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate
terminal on the components: + to + and - to If the cords
are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack. bass.
Hookups
Front speakers
Front speaker
(R)
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Where do I go next?
Go on to the next section to connect the speakers.
Speaker System Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your speakers to
the receiver. Although front (left and right) speakers
are required, center and rear speakers are optional.
Adding center and rear speakers will enhance the
surround effects. Connecting an active woofer will
increase bass response (STR-DE515/DE415 only). For
specific locations of the terminals, see the illustration
below.
WOOFER (STR- MIX AUDIO OUT
Rear and center speakers
Rear speaker
(R) Receiver
Note (except STR-DE515)
Be sure to connect the both rear speakers (L and R).
.No sound is heard if only one speaker is connected.
Active woofer (STR-DE51S/DE415 only)
STR-DE515 STR-DE415
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Center speaker (U
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Wireless rear Speaker (STR-DE515 only)
• When using an optional Sony Wireless Speaker System,
connect the transmitter to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER
connector.
Note
• Do not connect any other component.
Rear speaker
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• Wireless rear speaker does not function under stereo
mode, DOLBY (3CH LOGIC) and C. STTJDIO A/B (3CH
LOGIC) mode.
INPUT
Getting Started
'Ç' If you have an additional front speaker system
Connect them to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.
'Ç' If your TV monitor uses separate speakers
You can connect one of them to the SURROUND
SPEAKER CENTER terminals for use with Dolby Pro
Logic Surround sound (see page 15).
Selecting the speaker system
To drive the speakers, select the speaker system as
follows:
To drive
Speaker system A (connecLed
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.
Depress SPEAKERS button
A
B
A+B
Where do I go next?
To complete your system, go to "AC Hookups" on page 8. If
you want to connect video components to enjoy surround
sound when watching/listening to TV programs or video
tapes, go on to the next section.
. Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor)
Yellow =C^i»
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The arrow indicates signal flow.
TV/DBS TV tuner or Digital
MONITOR (except STR-DE315)
VCR
Receiver broadcasting system
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VIDEO
VCR
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/DVD
(STR-DE515
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 >naQ3a Yellow
White (L) y ^ aiBig>. White (L)
Red(R) Oar»/ \j<I> Red(R)
DVD player/AC-3 decoder (STR-DE515 only)
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
decoder (etc.)
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