Sony STR-DE625 User Manual

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About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for models STR-DE625 and DE525. Check your riibdel number by looking at the

upper right comer of the front panel. In this manual the USA and Canadian STR-DE625 is used for illustration purposes unless stated othewdse. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "STR-DE62S only."

Type of differences

Feature Three video inputs • Gmtxot Al/Contioi S •

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers

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 your remote, refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote.

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

This receiver incorporates the Dolby*^ Pro Logic Surround system.

Model

OE62S DE525

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Table of contents

Hooking Up the Components 4

Unpacking 4 Anteitna Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 6

Video Compxjnent Hookups 7

5.1 Input Hookups 9 Other Hookups 10

Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System 13

Speaker System Hookup 14 Dolby Surround Setup 15 Before You Use Your Receiver 17

Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations 20

Front Panel Parts Description 20

Enjoying Surround Sound 24

Selecting a Sound Field 25 Customizing Sound Fields 27

• Manufaoiuml under license from Dolby LaboraUmes Licensing

Corporation. DOLBY, the double-D symbol m, "PRO LOGIC." and Dolby Digital (AC-3) are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing (Zorporatian.

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Receiving Broadcasts 29

Direct Tuning 30 Automatic Tuning 31 Preset Tuning 31

Other Operations 33

Indexing Preset Stations and Program Sources 34

Recording 34 Using the Sleep Timer 35 Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 36

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Additional Information 37

Troubleshooting 37 Specifications 39 Glossary 41

Tables of Settings Made Using the CURSOR MODE

and SET UP Buttons 42

Index 43

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WARNING

Precautions

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 products enclosure tfiat 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.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found

to comply with the limits for a Qass 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 arid used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. l-h>wevei; there is no guarantee that interference vdll not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

recepCian, «vhich can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inteeferenoe 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 changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note to CATV system instaiier

This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to Article 82040 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper gio\mding and, in particular; spedfies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as dose 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-DE625/DE525 Serial No

______________

For the customers in Canada CAUTION

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

On safety

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

On power sources

• Before operating the rec»ivec 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 waQ outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned offi

• 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 jtower 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.

• 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

Qean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft doffi 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 vour nearest Sonv dealer.

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Unpacking

Check that you received the following items with the receiver

• FM wire antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1) Model

STR-DE625 RM-LI301 STR-DE525 (except Canada) STR-DE525 (Canada)

• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)

• R6 (size-AA) batteries (3) (STR-DE625 only)

• Operating Instructions of the remote

• Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1) (STR-DE625

only)

• Control S connecting cord (1) (STR-DE625 only)

Insert two size-AA (R6) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor B on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote.

Remote

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V When to replace batteries

Under normal conditions, 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 sunli^t or lighting afi^Mratuses. Doir^ 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 o£f 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<oded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to vellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.

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Antenna Hookups

AM loop antenna (supplied) f

FM wire antenna (supplied)

'Temrr»r^'Cbig^hnectin9,№ antennas.

Connect the

AM'loop antenna

FM wire antenna

To the

AM terminals FM 75Q COAXIAL terminal

Nol^ of^ntenna< hookups;

• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna

away from the receiver and TV.

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

Important

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

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

"V 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.

Receiver

FM outdoor antenna

Ground wire (not supplied)

To ground

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Audio Component Hookups

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Jadts.fbr connecting audio component^^

Connect a To the

Turntable PHONO jacks CD player CD jacks Tape dedc or MD deck TAPE/MD jacks

If your turntable has a ground wrire, connect it to the SIGNAL GND A terminal on the receiver.

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Video Component Hookups

STR-DE625

TV or DBS tuner

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) White (L/audio)c Red (R/audio)

Yellow (video)

> White (L/audio)

Red (R/audlo)

Video cord for connecting a TV monitor (not supplied)

Yellow Yellow

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Jacks for connecting video components

Connect a To the

TV or DBS tuner

VCR Additional VCR or LD player TV monitor Camcorder or video game

TV/DBS jacks VIDEO 1 jacks VIDEO 2 jacks MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the

front panel

Note on video component hookups

You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the TV / DBS AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver to apply Dolby Pro Logic Surround effects on the audio from the TV. In this

case, do not connect the video output jack on the TV to

the TV /DBS VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you connect a TV tuner (or a DBS tuner), connect the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above.

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Video Component Hookups

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Required cords

Audio/video cords (not supplied)

TV/DBS (Direct Brxxukasting Sateilite): USA, Canada, and Australia TV/LD: all countries except USA, (Zanada, and Australia

Jacksfbr connecting video components

Connecta To the

TV or DBS tuner (TV or LD player) TV/DBS or TV/LD jacks VCR VIDEO jacks TV monitor MONITOR jack

Note on video component hookups

You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the TV/ DBS (or TV/ LD) AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver to apply Dolby Pro Logic Surround effects on the audio from the TV. In this case, do not connect the video output jack on the TV to the TV/DBS (or T\'/LD) VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you connect a T\' tuner (or a DBS tuner), connect the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown abo\’e.

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5.1 Input Hookups

This receiver is equippe<fWith 5.1 / DVD INPUT jacks. By connecting your DVD player or other digit<il video source through a multi-channel decoder (e.g., Dolby Digital (AC-

3) decoder) to these jacks, you can enjoy theater-quality Multi-Channel Surround sound in your own home. To

enjoy Multi-Channel Surround sound to its full extent, you will need five speakers (two front speeikers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a subwoofer. Refer to

the instruction manual supplied with your Dolby Digital

(AC-3) decoder etc, for details on the 5.1-channel input hookups.

DVD player or LD player, etc

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Two for the 5.1/DVD INPUT FRONT and REAR jacks

White (L)

Red (R)

Monaural audio cords (not supplied)

Two for the 5.1 /DVD INPUT CENTER and WOOFER jacks

Black <=CSB=r=

Video cord (not supplied)

One for the 5.1 / DVD INPUT VIDEO IN jacks

Yellow =On

White (U Red (R)

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DVD player or LO player

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Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder etc

DVD players with a built-in Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder can be connected directly to the 5.1/DVD INPUT jacks on the receiver.

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other Hookups

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Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1) (supplied with STRDE625 only)

YeUow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) Black (control S)

Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) Black (control S)

Control S connecting cord (1) (supplied with STR*OE625 only)

Black irnp~ni iiii-r^iii Black

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

shipped.

To a wail outlet

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other Hookups

. - Cbnne^ng-.ther'AC power rard, ': ■"

Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a

wall outlet

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• Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page

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14).

• Turn the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost position (0).

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

If you connect other audio/video components to AC

OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver will supply power

to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn on or

off the whole system when you turn on/otf the receiver.

Caution

Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver's AC OUTLET does not exceed the wat^ge stated on the rear panel. Do not connect hi^-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.

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If you have a CONTROL S«)mpafible Sony TV, DBS hinet monitoiv or VCR, use an audio/ video/control S connecting cord (supplied) or a control S connecting cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL S (STATUS) IN (for TV,

DBS tunei; or monitor) or OUT (for VCR etc.) jack on the receiver to the appropriate S-LINK jack on the respective component. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV, DBS timet monitot VCR, etc., for details.

An example of a CONTROL S hookup between the receiver and TV or VCR is shown below.

When your TV is coimected to the receiver as shown below, the TV input mode will diange to video input whenever you turn on the receiver. When you cormect the VCR to the receiver as shown below, the input mode of the receiver changes to video 1 (or 2) whenever you turn on the VCR.

XOI^Ot At hookup onlyjg:

• If you have a CONTROL AlrCompatible Sony CD

player, tape deck, or MO deck

Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the CD player, tape deck, or MD deck to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the receiver.

See “Displaying the operating status of the component coimected to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack" on page 36 and refer to the separate manual “CONTROL-Al Control System" and the operating instructions supplied with

your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details.

' 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 I, 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 cormect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver.

Setting the voltage selector (only on models supplied with a voltage selector)

Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the receiver is set to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a screwdriver to set the selector to the correct position

before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

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* Control S oynnecting cord

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and Setting Up the-Speakeif

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BALANCE

Brief descriptions of buttons^and controli«# used to set^up the speakersvsterrr :^^^:^g^

SET UP button; Used to display "CTR MODE" when selecting the center mode.

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GENRE button: Used to select "CINEMA" when adjusting the sp>eaker volume.

SOUND FIELD ON/OFF button: Turns the sound field mode on or off.

Cursor buttons (<[/»: Used to select the center mode

after pressing the SET UP button.

MODE button: Used to select "PRO LOGIC" when adjusting the speaker volume.

BALANCE control: Used to adjust the front speaker balance while outputting a test tone.

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speaker cords (not supplied)

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Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

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Center speaker

Tenninals for connecting the speakers

Connect the

Front speakers SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals Additional pair of front

speakers Rear speakers Center speaker Active woofer WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack* V^^гelcss rear speaker

transmitter

* You can connect the actizv woofer to cither of the tuH> jacks. The

remaining jack спи be used to couutxt a second active woofer.

To the

SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals

SPEAKERS REAR terminals SPEAKERS CENTER terminals

WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER jack

Notes on speakersystem hookup

• Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about 2/3

inch (15 nun). 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

raSng, adjust die volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers.

• If you are not using a Sony wireless rear speaker

system, do not connect any other component to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER jack.

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Dolby Surround Setup

Selecting the impedance (STR^E625 only)

Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual of your speakers if you're not sure of the impedгmce. (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 SELEaOR to

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 21).

Dolby Pro Logic Surround is a system for decoding Dolby Surround sound that is standardized for TV

progrtims and movies. By selecting the proper center

mode and adjusting the speaker volume (see page 15),

you can reproduce highly precise localization and dynamic paiming of sounds of Dolby Pro Logic Surroundencoded software.

To obtain the best possible surround effect, you will require at least one additional pair of speakers and /or a center speaker.

Locating the speakers-'; •

For optimum Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound, locate your spcaJcers as shown below.

Front speakers

Center speaker

45“ '

Rear speakers

2V2 to3Vi In,

(60 - 90 mm)

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Dolby Surround Setup

4 Press MODE repeatedly to select "PRO LOGIC"

The receiver offers you four center modes: PHANTOM, 3CH LOGIC NORMAL, and WIDE Each mode is designed for a different speaker cortfiguration. Select the mode that best suits the spetdcers you use.

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1 Press SET UP repeatedly until "CTR MODE" (center

mode) appears in the display.

2 Press the cursor buttons « or »to select the

center mode you want.

A description of each center mode is as follows:

If you have

Fnmt and rear PHANTOM The sound of the center speakers, but no center speaker

Front arwi center speakers, but no (3-STEREO) diannel is output from rear speaker the front speakers

Front and rear NORMAL speakers, and a small center output from die front speaker

Front and rear speakers, and a

center speaker

that is equivalent to your front

* speakers

Select So that

dtannei is output from the front speaters

3CH LOGIC The sound of die rear

The bass sound of the center channel is

speakers (because a small speaker cannot produce enough bass)

WIDE Dolby Pro Logic

Surround sound is fully reproduced

Adjusting, thespeaker volume

The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your

rear speakers and/or center speaker to the same level

as that of the front speakers to maximize the Dolby Pro Logic Surround effect (If all of your speakers are equal in performance, you don't have to adjust the speaker volume.)

Using the controls on the remote, you can adjust the volume level from wherever you're listening.

1 Make sure that the center mode is correctly set

(see the table on this page).

5 Press TEST TONE on the supplied remote.

You will hear a test tone (see this page) from each speaker sequentially.

6 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the

test tone from each speaker sounds the same from where you are listening.

• To adjust the balance of the front right and front left speakers, use the BALANCE control on the front of the main unit,

• To adjust the volume level of the center speaker, press the LEVEL CENTER +/- buttons on the remote.

• To adjust the volume level of the rear speakers, press the LEVEL REAR +/- buttons on the remote.

7 Press TEST TONE on the remote again to turn off

the test tone.

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

time

Rotate MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or press MASTER VOLUME >/-on the remote.

V What is a test tone?

A test tone is a signal that is produced by the receiver and used to adjust speaker volume. The test tone is output from speakers in

the following two ways:

• When NORMAL WIDE, or 3CH LOGIC mode is selected

The test tone is output from the front L (left), center, front R (ri^t), and rear speakers (except for 3CH LOGIC mode) in succession.

Front (L^ Front (R)

Center

B r

3CH LOGIC

QRear(LRM

NORMAL/WIDE

' When PHANTOM mode is selected

The test tone is output from the front and the rear speakers

alternately.

Front (LR)

Test tone

2 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the

sound field.

3 Press GENRE repeatedly to select "CINEMA."

i QRear(L R)Q i

PHANTOM

Test tone

See the table on page 28 for information on the output of the test

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Before You Use Your Receiver

Make sure that you have:

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

• Selected the appropriate front speakers (see "[U SPEAKERS selector" on page 21).

• Set BALANCE to the center position.

xCTeanna the- receiver^ memorv;. ,

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

Checking the connections V ^ ,

After connecting all of your components to the receiver; do the procedure below to verify that the cormections were correctly made.

FUNCTION buttons

MASTER VOLUME

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1 Press l/(i) to turn on the receiver.

2 Press a FUNCTION button to select a component

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

3 Turn on the component and start playing it.

4 Rotate MASTER VOLUME to turn up the volume.

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1 Turn off the receiver.

2 While pressing down VIDEO 1 and TV/DBS (STR-

DE625) or VIDEO and TAPE/MD (STR-DE52S). press l/Cl) to turn on the receiver.

"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.

If you did not obtain normal sound output after performing the procedure above, look for the reason in the following check-list 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 MASTER VOLUME control is not set at 0. Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set at OFF or at a position for front speakers that are not cormected to the receiver (see "[8] SPE.AKERS selector" on page 21). Check that all the speaker cords are connected correctly. Press the MUTING button to turn off the indicator to the left of the button.

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Before You Use Your Receiver

There's no sound |rom a specific component.

Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component. Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) inserted fully into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.

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No sound is heard from one of the front

speakers.

^ Check that the BALANCE control is set at center

position (see "[S] BALANCE control" on page 21).

Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to verify that sound output is from the headphones (see "O

SPEAKERS selector" and "PHONES jacdc” on page

21). If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection for the front speaker from which no sound is output.

^ If only one channel is output from the connected

headphones, the component and the receiver may

not be connected correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver

and the component.

If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see

"Troubleshooting" on page 37.

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Press to turn the receiver on and off.

Note Before you turn on the receiver, make sure that you have turned the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost position to avoid damagmg you speakers.

[U FUNCTION buttons

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

To select

VCR

Camcorder or video game VIDEO 3 (STR-DE625 only) TV, DBS tuner*, or LD

player

Tape deck or MD deck CD player CD Built-in tuner Turntable

• DBS tuners can be used in the USA, Canada, and Australia

only.

Press

VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 (STRDE625) VIDEO (STR-DE525)

TV/DBS (USA Canada, and Australia) TV / LD (all countries except USA Canada, and Australia)

TAPE/MD

TUNER PHONO

After selecting the component turn on the component

you selected and play the program source.

Notes

• After you have selected VCR. camcorder, video game, or LD player, turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you selected.

• Press the 5.1/DVD INPUT button to select the component ronnprtprf fr> ^hp 1 / nvn f MPT IT f ^pp "Í?Í1 1 / DVH

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[3] 5.1/DVD INPUT button

Press to select the component connected to the 5.1 / DVD INPUT jacks. The 5.1 / DVD INPUT indicator lights up when the component is selected.

Note When the 5.1/DVD INPUT indicator lights up. the following

buttons do not function:

• TONE ON/OFF button

• BASS BOOST button

• SOUND FIELD ON /OFF button

• GENRE button

• MODE button

g] MASTER VOLUME control

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

SPEAKERS selector

Set according to the front speakers you want to drive. To select

Speakers connected to the SPEAKERS FRONT A terminals

Speakers connected to the SPEAKERS

FRONT B terminals

Speakers connected to both the SPEAKERS FRONT A and B terminais (parallel connection)

No front speaker output OFF * Do not set to A+B when a sound field is turned on.

Set to

A+B*

PHONES jack Connects headphones.

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

161 BALANCE control

Rotate to adjust the balance of the front speakers.

¡7] SLEEP button

Press to select the time after which the receiver turns

off automatically (see page 35).

Note

To use the headphones, set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to output sound to the headphones.

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Front Panel Parts Description

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

Index name of the component or the preset station*”

FUNCTION button indication or frequency*

Sound field applied to the program source

• Imiex name appears on/y when you have assigned one to the

component or the preset station (see page 34J.

•• Fretfuenq/ appears only when the tuner is selected.

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03 Use the following buttons to enjoy surround sound.

For details, see "Enjoying Surround Sound" starting from page 24.

GENRE button Press repeatedly to select "CINEMA" or "MUSIC"

sound Held group.

MODE button Press to select a sound field from the group you selected.

SOUND FIELD ON/OFF button Press to turn the sound field on or off.

O BASS BOOST button

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

TONE ON/OFF button Press to turn the tone effect on or off. The TONE

indicator lights while the tone effect is turned on. Note that if you have adjusted the tone using the CURSOR MODE button and cursor buttons, the adjusted tone will be produced whenever you turn on the tone effect.

'i'' When you want to enjoy high quality sound

Set the SOUND FIELD ON/OFF, BASS BOOST, and the TONE ON/OFF buttons to OFF to bypass the sound field, tone effect, and the bass booster circuits. The result will be a two-charmel stereo sound output from the front speakers that is highly faithful

to the program source.

IT3 The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For

details, see "Receiving Broadcasts" starting from page

29.

DIRECTTUNING button Enables Direct Tuning (see page 30).

SHIFT button Selects a memory page for preset stations.

Numeric buttons (1 to 0)

Inputs the numeric value.

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

details, see "Receiving Broadcasts" starting from page

29.

TUNING +/- buttons Scans all the available radio stations.

PRESET TUNING +/- buttons Scans all preset stations.

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 soimd is improved.

FM/AM button Selects the FM or AM band.

MEMORY button

Press to memorize a preset station.

j CURSOR MODE button

Press this button repeatedly to select any of the following three cursor modes. The indicator for the selected cursor mode lights up to the left of the display window. The indicator turns off when you press the SET UP button.

when the cursor mode is

SURROUND

BASS/TREBLE Adjust the tone (bass/treb!e) for

INDEX Enter an index name for preset

You can

Change the delay time, effect level, and the volume of the rear and center speakers (page 27)

the front speakers (page 27). Press the TONE ON / OFF button to activate the tone effect.

stations and program sources (page 34)

SET UP button

Press this button repeatedly to select any of the

following three indications. The selected indication appears in the display and you will be able to make various settings using the cursor buttons.

When you've

You can

displayed

CTRMODE

DSPLSETUP

REAR GAIN

Select any one of the four center

modes (page 16)

Set the display at any of four leveb of brightness and display operating status of the component connect to the S-LINK CONTROL A1 jade (page

36) bicrease the range of rear speakers by

5 dB (page 36)

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i Cursor buttons (A/V/</>)

After pressing the CURSOR MODE or SET UP button, use these buttons to make specific settings (see pages

16, 27, and 34 to 36).

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Enjoying

Surround

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by

selecting one of the pre-programmed "sound fields" that

your receiver provides. You can enjoy the sound of a

movie theater or concert hall in your own home. You can

even customize a sound field by adjusting its parameters.

Sound fields are classified into two genres.

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videos or laser discs. Sue sound fields are included in the CINEMA gerue and they are grouped into two types. PRO LOGIC sound field can be used to reproduce plriin surround sound. When you select the PRO LOGIC sound

field, the receiver decodes the software that is encoded using the Dolby Pro Logic system to obtain surround sound. The surround sound is reproduced in the exact way that the sound engineer of the software intended. Other sound fields in the CINEMA gerue are designed to add more reverberation effects by incorporating Digital Cinema Sound technology. When you select these sound fields, the receiver adds the reflection and reverberation effects that are typical in movie theaters to the decoded Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound. You can enjoy the sound that you would experience in the movie theater.

Another gerue is "MUSIC." When a sound field in this

genre is selected, the receiver adds the reverberation to

the normal 2-charmel stereo sound. You can apply these sound fields when playing a CD or watching TV programs to obtain the surround effects of concert hall or a stadium.

To enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound fully, do the procedure on "Dolby Surround Setup" starting from page 15 to select the center mode and adjust the speaker volume.

MODE

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Brief.descriptfom o^ used to enjoy surround sound;"

Selecting a Sound Field

CURSOR MODE button;^Press repeatedly to light up the SURROUND indicator or BASS/TREBLE indicator to customize a sound field.

Cursor buttons (A/V/<C/»; After pressing the CURSOR MODE button or SET UP button, use these buttons to make the actual setting.

GENRE button: Press to select the sound field group (genre) that you want.

SOUND FIELD ON/OFF button: Turns the sound field on

or off.

MODE button: Press to select the soimd field fiom the group you selected.

TONE ON/OFF button: Turns the tone effect on or off.

You can enjoy surround soimd simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the

program you want to listen to.

1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the sound

field.

The current sound field is indicated in the display.

2 Press GENRE repeatedly to select the sound field

group (genre), then press MODE repeatedly to select the sound field you want See the table on page 26 for information on each sound field.

V 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 STADIUM as the sound field, change to difierent program source, then return to CD, STADIUM will be applied again. In the case of the tuner, the sound fields for AM or FM band and for all the preset stations are memorized separately.

V You can identify Dolby Surround-^tooded software by looking at the packaging . ^

Some videos and laser discs, however, may be encoded with Dolby Surround sound even if it's not indicated on the package.

Notes

• when using sound fields, do not select both speakers (A+B) with the SPEAKERS selector.

• Sound fields are turned off whenever the program source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks is selected.

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Selecting a Sound Field

Descríption of sound fields

GENRE (type)MODE (sound field)Effects

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PRO LOGIC Decodes programs

C(inema) STUDIO A Reproduces the sound

Qinema) STUDIO B Reproduces the sound

Qinema) STUDIO C

N(ight) THEATER

MONO MOVIE Creates a theater-like

processed with Dolby Pro Logic Surround

characteristics of a movie theater. Good for watching standard movies.

characteristics of a movie theater. Great for SFX or action movies with lots of sound effects.

Reproduces the sound

ch^cteristics of a theater.

Ideal for musicals and

classical music concerts. Adjusts the tone for

watching a movie at low volume at nighttime

CTivironment when watching movies with monaural soundtracks

GENRE (type)

MUSIC

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STADIUM Reproduces the feeling of a

GAME

Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall. Ideal for soft acoustic sounds.

Reproduces the acoustics

of a jazz club Reproduces the acoustics

of a discotheque Reproduces the acoustics

of a stone church Reproduces the acoustics

of a 300-seat live house Reproduces the acoustics

of a LOOO-seat concert hall. Great for rock or pop music.

large open-air stadium. Great for sporting events

or electric sounds. Obtair\s maximum audio

impact from video game software. Be sure to set the game machine to stereo mode for game software with stereo sound

capability.

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Customizing Sound Fields

By adjusting some of ^e sound parameters, you can customize sound fields to suit your particular listening situation.

Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored in memory indefinitely (uitless the receiver is unplugged for about one week). You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters.

See the table on page 28 for adjustable parameters for each sound field.

:;To get the most from Dolby Pro Logic

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Do the procedures "Selecting the center mode" and "Adjusting the speaker volume" on page 16 before you custoiTuze a sound field.

^Changing the delay'time. (DELAY)

You can enhance the Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound even more by delaying the sound output from the rear speakers (delay time). You can select a delay time of 15, 20, or 30 ms. Set a short delay time when the rear speakers are located in a large room or far from where

you are listening.

1 'Start playing a program source encoded with

Dolby Surround sound.

2 Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly until the

SURROUND indicator lights up.

3 Use the cursor buttons (A/V) to select 'DELAY

xxms.'

The current delay time appears in the display.

4 Use the cursor buttons «/»to change the delay

time.

Changing the level of effect (EFFECT)

You can specify the amount of the surround effect (i.e., its overall presence) in sue levels.

Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly until the SURROUND indicator lights up.

'Adjusting the volumeof the rear and

center speakers (REAR/CENTER)

If you feel the volume of the rear or center speaker is inadequate (even after adjusting the speaker volume for Dolby Pro Logic Surround), do the procedure below to adjust the volume. Note that the speaker volume adjustment is applied to all

sound fields.

1 Press GJRSOR MODE repeatedly until the

SURROUND indicator lights up.

2 Use the cursor buttons (A/V) to select "REAR

xxdB" or 'CENTER xxdB."

3 Use the cursor buttons «/>) to adjust the

speaker volume. You can select a volume level of -15 dB to +10 dB in 1dB steps.

Adjusting the tone (BASS/TREBLE)

Adjust the tone (bass or treble) caf-the front speakers for optimum sound. You can adjust the tone for each separate sound field.

1 Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly until the BASS/

TREBLE indicator lights up.

2 Use the cursor buttons (A/V) to select "BASS

xxdB" or "TREBLE xxdB."

3 Use the cursor buttons (</» to adjust the tone

level. You can select a tone level of -10 dB to +10 dB in 2-dB

steps.

4 Press TONE ON/OFF so that the TONE indicator

lights up.

Q You can turn off the tone adjustments without erasing them

The tone adjustments are stored separately for each sound field. Press the TONE ON/OFF button to turn the TONE indicator off.

Resetting customized sound fields to thé factory settings

1 If the power is on, press l/(i) to turn off the power.

Use the cursor buttons (A/V) to select “EFFECT."

The current effect level appears in the display.

Use the cursor buttons «/>) to change the effect level.

2 Hold down SOUND FIELD ON/OFF and press \/Ù-

"SUR CLEAR" appears in the display and all sound fieMs are reset at once.

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Customizing Sound Fields

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a) 5TR-DB625 only byAdfustaBU only when the center mode is set to PHANTOM,

NORMAL, or WIDE (see page J6).

c) Adjustable only when the center mode is set to 3CH UOGIC,

NORMAL, or WIDE (see page 16).

MODE

OEUY EFFEa REAR*” CENTER«' TONE

Parameters

• From the front speakers

PRO LOGIC • • • • E)epends on center mode (see C STUDIO A • •

• •

Test tone output

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i** Test tone output when the component connected to the 5.1/

DVD INPUT jades is selected

The test tone is successively output from the speakers in the following order front (L), center, hont (R), rear (R), rear (L). The volume level of the center and rear speakers cannot be adjusted at this time.

Note

To adjust the speaker volume using a test tone as described on page 16, select the PRO LOGIC sound field. The test tone output in all other sound fields is used for verifying whether there is output from speakers or not.

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Receiving Bcoadcasts

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You can tune in stations on this receiver in the following ways:

Direct Tuning

You can enter a frequency of the station you want directly

by using the numeric buttons (see page 30).

Automatic Tuning

If you don't know the frequency of the station you wemt, you can let die receiver scan all available stations in your area (see page 31).

Preset Tuning

After tuning in stations using Direct Tuning or Automatic Turting, you can preset them in the receiver (see page 31). Then you can tune in any of the stations directly by entering its 2<haracter code (see page 32). You can preset up to 30 stations (FM and AM). The receiver will also scan all the stations that you have preset (see page 32).

Before you begin, make sure you have;

• Connected an FM and AM antenna to the receiver (see page 5).

• Selected the appropriate speaker system (see page 21).

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Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts

Direct Tuning

PRESET TUNING +/-: Press to scan all preset radio stations. ^

DIRECT TUNING; Press this button to enter a frequency directly using the numeric buttons.

Numeric buttons: Press to enter a numeric value when inputting the frequency directly, presetting radio stations, or tuning to preset statiorts. ^

TUNING +/-: Press to scan all available radio statiotts.

FM MODE: If "STERECT Hashes in the display and the

FM stereo reception is poor; press this button to improve

For details on the buttons used in this section, see "Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts" on this page.

1 Press TUNER to light the button up.

The last received station is timed in.

2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press DIRECT TUNING. 4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz the sound. You will not be able fo enjoy stereo effect but the sound will be less distorted.

Note If "STEREO" does not appear at all even when the FM broadcast

is received normally, press this button to turn on the "STEREO"

indicatiort

FM/AM: Press to select the FM or AM band.

MEMORY: Uses for memorizing preset stations.

SHIFT; Press to select a memory page (A, B, or C) for presetting' radio stations or furring to preset stations.

TUNER: Selects the tuner.

Example 2: AM 1350 kHz

(You don't have to enter the last "0.")

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If you cannot tune in a station and the

entered numbers flash

Make sure you've entered the right frequency. If not, repeat Steps 3 and 4. If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not used in your area.

5 If you've tuned in an AM station, adjust the

direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception.

6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to receive another station.

i To watch an FM simulcast TV program

Tune in the simulcast program on both the TV (or VCR) and the receiver.

9 If you try to enter a frequency that is too precise for the

tuning scale

The entered value is automatically rounded up or down.

Tuning scale for direct tuning is:

FM: 50 kHz AM: 10 kHz (USA and Canada only; to change to 9 kHz, see

page 40.) 9 kHz (Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia only) 9 kHz (all countries except USA, Canada, Singapore,

Malaysia, and Australia; to change to 10 kHz, see page 40.)

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Automatic Tuning

Preset Tuning

For dettiils on the buttflns used in this section, see "Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts" on page 30.

1 Press TUNER to light the button up.

The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press TUNING or TUNING-.

Press the + button to scan from low to high; press the button to scan from high to low.

When the receiver reaches either end of the band

Scanning is repeated in the same direction.

The receiver stops scanning whenever a station is received.

4 To continue scanning, press TUNING + or TUNING -

again.

For details on the buttons used in this section, see "Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts" on page 30.

Before you can tune in a preset station, first do the procedure "Presetting radio stations" below.

Presettirig radio s1ationi,K,_ ., ,

1 Press TUNER to light the button up.

The last received station is tuned in.

Tune in the station that you want to preset using

Direct Tuning (page 30), or Automatic Tuning (this page).

Press MEMORY. "MEMORY" appears in the display for a few seconds. Do Steps 4 and 5 before "MEMORY" goes out.

Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or Q. Each time you press SHIFT, tl^ letter "A," "B" or "C"

appears in the display. - ^

5 Select a preset number by pressing it (0 to 9).

If "MEMORY" goes out before you press the preset

number, start again from Step 3.

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6 Repeat Steps 2 to S to preset another station.

To change a preset number to another station

Do Steps 1 to 5 to preset the new station to the number.

Note

If the AC power cord is discoimected for about one week, all the preset stations will be cleared from the receiver's memory, and you will have to preset the stations again.

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Preset Tuning

. Timing to preset stationss-'::

1 Press TUNER to light the button up.

The last received station is tuned m.

2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or Q,

then press the preset number of the station you want

. Scanning {

1 Press TUNER to light the button up.

The last received station is timed in.

Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Each time you press the button, the receiver tunes in

one preset station at a time, in the corresponding order

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CURSOR MODE button: Used to Ught up the INDEX

indicator to index preset stations or program sources.

Cursor buttons (A/V/</»: After pressing the SET

UP button or CURSOR MODE button, use these buttons to make the actual setting.

SET UP button: Used to display "DIMMER,"

"CTRL.Al," or "REAR GAIN" in order to make respective adjustment. _ ^

SLEEP button: Used to set the sleep timer.

TUNER button: Press to select the tuner.

S.1/DVD INPUT button: Press to select the component

connected to the 5.1/DVD INPUT jacks.

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Indexing Preset Stations

and Program Sources

You cm enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset statioas (station index) and program sources. These index names (for example, "VHS") appeeur in the receiver's dispbjr when a station or program source is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station or program source.

This function is useful for distinguishing components of

the same kind. For example, two VCRs can be specified

as 'VHS" and "8MM," respectively. It is also h<mdy for ident^ring components connected to jacks meant for another type of component, for example, a second CD player connected to the TAPE/MD jacks.

1 Da index a preset station

Press TUNER. The last station you received is tuned in.

Da index a program source Select the program source (component) to be named, then go to Step 3.

Recording

Your receiver makes it easy to record to and from the components cormected to it You don't have to cormect

the playback and recording components directly to each other once you select a program source on file receiver; you can record and edit as you normally would using the controls on each component.

Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly.

2 Tune in the preset station you want to create an

index name for. Kyou are not familiar with how to tune in preset st^ions, see 'Tuning to preset stations" on page 32.

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3 Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly until the INDEX

indicator lights up.

4 Create an index name by using the cursor buttons

as follows;

Press A or V to select a character, then press > to move the cursor to the next position. The index name is stored automatically.

Da insert a space Pres A or V until a blardc space appears in the display (the space character is between "]" and "A").

If you've made a mistake Press <C or > repeatedly until the character to be

changed flashes, then select the right character.

To assign index names to other stations Repeat Steps 2 to 4.

Video signal flow

Re<»rdmg;ian:|an audr№.tape or MmiDisc

You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the instruction manual of your cassette deck

or MD deck if you need help.

1 Select the component to be recorded.

2 Prepare the component for playing.

For example, insert a CD into the CD player.

3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the recording deck

and adjust the recording level, if necessary.

4 Start recording on the recording deck, then start

playback on the playback component.

Notes

• You cannot record an analog audio signal from a component connected to the 5.1 /DVD INPUT jacks.

• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the

TAPE/MD RECOUTjacks.

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You can record from a VCR a TV, or an LD player using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See your VCR

or LD player's instruction manual if you need help.

1 Select the program source to be recorded.

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified dme.

Press SLEEP while the power is on. Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown

below.

► 2-00-00 -» 1-30-00— 1-00-00 — 0-30-00 — OFF

2 Prepare the component for playing.

For example, insert the laser disc you want to record into the LD player.

3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR for

recording.

4 Start recording on the recording VCR, then start

playing the video tape or laser disc you want to record.

? You can record the sound from any audio source onto a

video tape while copying from a video tape or laser disc

Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium.

To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the video source again.

Notes

• You carmof record the audio from a program source cormected ' to the 5.1/DVD INPUT jacks.

• Sound adjustments do not aiiect the signal output from the TAPE/MD REC OUT jacks.

The display dims after you have specified the time.

V You can freely specify the time

Press SLEEP first, then specify the time you want using the cursor buttons (/\ or V). The sleep time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can specify up to 5 hours.

V You can check the time remaining before the receiver turns

off

Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display

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Adjustments Using the SET UP Button

The SET UP button allows you to make following adjustments.

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1 Press SET UP repeatedly until 'DSPL SET UP"

appears in the display.

2 Press the cursor buttons (A/V) to select

"DIMMER."

3 Press the cursor buttons «/»to select the

brightness level.

You can select any of four brightness levels.

increasing the output level of the rear

speakers'by:S(dB^T

1 Press SET UP repeatedly until "REAR GAIN" appears

in the display.

2 Press the cursor buttons (</» to select "GAIN

UP." X o

To restore the normal output level

Repeat the procedure above, selecting "GAIN NORM" in Step 2.

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Additional

Troubleshooting

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If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receivec. use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.

Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. Make sure that you've selected the correct component on the receiver. Make sure that you've set the SPEAKERS selector correctly (see page 21).

^ Press the MUTING button to turn off the indicator

to the left of the button.

“*■ The protective device on the receiver heis been

activated because of a short circuit. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on the power again.

No sound is heard from the center speaker.

Select a sound field in the CINEMA genre (see

page 26).

If the PHANTOM center ¿node is selected, there is no center speaker output.- Select the appropriate center mode (see page 16). Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see page

16).

-♦ After taking all the measures above, adjust the speaker volume with a test tone (see page 16) and verify that test tone is output from the center speaker.

No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard

from the rear speakers.

^ If the 3CH LOGIC center mode is selected, there is

no tear speaker output. Select the appropriate center mode (see page 16). Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see page

16).

^ In normal two-channel stereo output, there is no

rear speaker output. Make sure the sound field function is on.

“*• After taking all the measures above, adjust the

speaker volume with a test tone (see page 16) and verify that test tone is output from the rear speakers.

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Troubleshooting

The left and rigl^ sounds are unbalanced or reversed.

Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.

^ Adjust the BALANCE control.

Severe hum or noise is heard.

Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. , Check that the connecting cords are away from atransfbrmer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. Move your TV away from the audio components.

^ Make sure you've grounded SIGNAL GND At

teiminaL The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a doth slightly moistened with alcohol.

Recording cannot be done.

Check that the components are connected correctly. Select the source component with a FUNCTION button. You cannot record audio from a program source connected to the 5.1 / DVD INPUT jacks.

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

Check that the antermas are connected securely.

Adjust the «mtennas and connect an external

antenna if necessary.

. The signal strength of the stations is too weak > a

o 3

fii o

(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning.

^ Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly

(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning) (see pages 30 and 40).

No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been deared (when tuning by scarming preset stations). Preset the stations (see page 31).

^ Press the DISPLAY button so that the frequency

appears in the display.

No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor.

Select the appropriate function on the receiver. Press the TV /VIDEO button on the supplied remote to set your TV to the appropriate input mode. Move your TV away from the audio components.

The remote does not function.

Point the remote at the remote sensor B on the receiver. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you select the correct function on the remote.

^ Pressing the TV CONTROL button sets the remote

to operate the TV only. If this mode is on, press one of the FUNCTION buttons on the receiver or a function button on the remote before operating the receiver or another component.

Reference pages for clearing the receiver's memory-'

To dear See page

All the contents of memory 17 Customized sound fields 27

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

Turn on the sound field function.

«♦ Make sure that the SPEAKERS selector is set to A

or B when you use two sets of front speakers.

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Specifications

AUDIOPOWER.; SPEORCATIONS:- ,

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS

power, with no more than

0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Àmp|ffièRse^brt>‘

POWER OUTPUT

Stereo mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz,

THD 0.09%) 100 W +

100 W

Surround mode

{8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD

0.8%)

Front: 100 W/ch

- Center'»: 100 W Rear*»: 100 W/ch

a) Depending on the sound field settings and

the source, there may be no sound output.

5.1/DVD mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD

0.8%)

Front: 100 W/ch Center 100 W Rear: 100 W/ch

Dynamic power output

155 W + 155 W, 8 ohms 220 W + 220 W, 4 ohms

«si;

Frequency response

PHONa RIAA

equalization curve dR).5 dB

CD, TAPE/MD, VIDEO

1,2,: 10 Hz-50 kHz+0.5/

-2 dB (with sound field, tone, and bass booster bypassed)

Inputs PHONO:

Sensitivity: 1.5 mV Impedance: 50 kilohms S/N^': 75dB(A,

2.5 mV'*)

CD:

Sensitivity: ISO mV Impedance: 50 kilohms

S/N*": 82dB(A,

150 mV'*)

TAPE/MD, VIDEO 1, 2,

VIDEO 3(STRDE625), VIDEO (STR-DE525), TV/ DBS (TV/LD):

Sensitivity: 150 mV

Impedance: 50 kilohms S/N*": 82dB(A,

150 mV'*)

5.1/DVD INPUT Sensitivity: 150 mV Impedance: 50 kilohms S/N*’*: 82dB(A, 150 mV'*)

b) 7S'IHF

c) Weighted network, input level

Outputs AUDIO OUT:

Voltage: 150 mV Impedance: 10 kilohms

WOOFER:

Voltage: 2 V Impedance: 1 kilohm

PHONES:

Accepts low- and high-impedance

headphones

BASS BOOST +10 dB at 70 Hz

TONE ±10 dB at 100 Hz and

10 kHz

FM tuner sectiorr

Tuning range 87.5 -108.0 MHz

Antenna terminals

75 ohms, unbalanced

Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 pV

Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 pV

Usable sensitivity

11.2 dBf, 2 pV (IHF)

S/N Mono: 76 dB

Stereo: 70 dB

Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz

Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5%

Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz

frequency response

30 Hz - 15 kHz +0.5/

-2dB

Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz

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^peciTications

AM^nersectioa"■■

Tuning range WitK*10-kHz tuning

scale-. 530- 1710 kHz (USA and Canada only^') 530 - 1610 kHz (all other countries except Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia)

Viflth 9-kHz tuning

scale; 531- 1710 kHz (USA and Canada only) 531 - 1602 kHz (aU other countries“**)

Antenna Loop anteiuia

Usable sensitivity

50dB/m(at 1,000 kHz

or 999 kHz)

S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV/ m)

Harmonic distortion

0.5 % (50 mV/m, 400 kHz)

Selectivity At 10 kHz: 40 dB

a a

d) You am change the AM tuning scale to 9

•4« o

a o

kHz (USA and Canada only) or to 10 kHz (all countries except USA Canada,

Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia). After tuning in any AM station, turn t^tbe receiver. Press down the TUNING + or

PRESET TUNING + button and press the

l/<!) button. All preset stations will be reset

to their factory settings when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.

At 9 kHz; 35 dB

'Générai-;“:* System

Tuner section:

PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system

Preamplifier section;

Low-noise NF type equalizer

Power amplifier

section: Pure-complementary

SEPP

Power requirements

USA and Canada;

120 VAC, 60 Hz

Australia;

240 VAC, 50 Hz

Singapore and

Malaysia; 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

All other countries:

120/240/220 VAC

selectable, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

Canada: 400 VA All other countries:

250W

AC outlets Australia, Singapore,

and Malaysia;

1 switched,

maximum 100 W

All other countries:

2 switched, total 120 W

Dimensions 430 x 157fi x 370 mm

(17X6'/4X

14^/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls

"Vide«»>sectioh/

Inputs

Outputs

¿in

Mass (approx.)

9.1 kg (20 lb 1 oz)

1 Vp-p 75 ohms

Supplied accessories See page 4.

1 Vp-p 75 ohms

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Page 39

Glossary

Surround sound

Sound that consists of tlvee elements; direct sound, early reflected sound (early reflections) and reverberative sound (reverberation). The acoustics

of the surrounding space affect the way these three sound elements are heard. Surround sound combines these sound elements in Such a way that you actually can sense the size of the venue, as well as its type.

• Types of sound

Earty reflections

Reverberation

• Transition of sound from rear speakers

Direct sound

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

As one method of decoding Dolby Surround, Dolby Pro Logic Surround produces four channels from twocharmel sound. Compared with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround reproduces left-to-right panning more naturally and localizes sounds more precisely.

To take full advrmtage of Dolby Pro

Logic Surround, you should have one

pair of rear speakers and a center speaker. The rear speakers output monaural sound.

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

This sound format for movie theaters is more advrmced than Dolby Pro Logic Surround. In this format, the tear speakers output stereo sound with an expanded frequency range

and a subwoofer channel for deep bass is independently provided. This format is also called "5.1" because the subwoofer channel is counted as 0.1 charutel (since it functions only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six channels in this format are recorded separately to rerdize superior charutel separation. Furthermore, since ail the

sigitals are processed digitally, less signal degradation occurs. The name "AC-3" comes from the fact that it is the third audio coding method to be developed by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Digital Cinema Sound

This is the generic name of the surround sound produced by digital signal processing technology developed by Sony. Lfnlike previous

surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music. Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the enjoyment of movies.

5.1/DVD INPUT jacks

These jacks are used to input decoded

Dolby Digital (AC-3) audio signals,

allowing you to enjoy 5.1 charmel surround sound. Use these jacks to connect a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or a DVD player with a builtin AC-3 decoder.

> D. O.

o’

Page 40

Tables of Settings Made Using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP Buttons

A variety of settings can be made using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP buttons, in conjunction with the cursor buttons. These settings are shown in the following tables.

a a

5“

fit

Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly

Press A or V to select

to light up

SURROUND indicator

BASS/TREBLE indicator

INDEX indicator

Press SET UP repeatedly to

DELAY EFFECT REAR LEVEL CENTER LEVEL

BASS LEVEL

TREBLE LEVEL a character

Press A or V to select

display

CTRMODE

DSFLSETUP DIMMER

CTRL-A1 (USA, Canada, and Australia only)

REAR GAIN

Then < or > to select

15,20, or 30 ms among six levels of amount of effect between -15 dB to +10 dB (in 1-dB

between -10 dB to +10 dB (in 2-dB steps)

cursor position

Then <C or > to select

—

PHANTOM. 3CH LOGIC, NORMAL,

or WIDE among four levels of brightness 36 ON or OFF

GAIN UP or GAIN NORM

See page

/IT

Page 41

index

Adjusting »

brightness of the display 36 rear and center speaker

volume 27 speaker volume 16 tone 27

Automatic tuning 31

Basic amplifier operations 20-22 Battery 4

Center mode 16 Changing

delay time 27 display 22

effect level 27 Checking the connections 17 Gearing receiver's memory 17 Connecting. See Hookups

Oelay time 27 Digital Gnema Sound 41 Direct tuning 30

Dolby Digital (AC-3) 41 Dolby Pro Logic Surround 15, 16, 24,26, 27, 41 Dolby Surround setup 15, 16 Dubbing. See Recording

E. F. G

Editing. See Recording

Effect level 27

Hookups

AC power cord 12 antermas 5 audio components 6 CONTROLAI 11 CONTROLS 11

5.1 input 9

speaker system 14 video components 7, 8

I, j, K

Indexing

preset stations 34 program sources 34

u M, N, o

Labeling. See Indexing

P, Q

Parameter 27, 28

Preset tuning

how to 32

preset number 31 presetting stations 31 scanning preset stations 32

Receiving broadcasts

by scanning stations. See

Automatic tuning

directly. Sec Direct tuning

using preset stations. See

Preset tuning

tuning scale 30, 40

Recording

on an audio tape or MD 34 on a video tape 35

Scanning

preset stations. See Preset

tuning

radio stations. See Automatic

tuning

Selecting

center mode 16 component 20, 21 front speakers 21

sound field 25 Sleep timer 35 Sound field

adjustable parameters 28 customizing 27, 28 link 25 pre-programmed 24-26 resetting 27 selecting 25

Speakers

adjusting rear and center speaker volume 27

adjusting volume 16, 27 connection 14 impedгmce 15 increasing rear speaker output level 36

locating 15 selecting center mode 16 selecting front speakers 21

Station index. See Indexing Supplied accessories 4 Surround sound 15,16, 24, 25, 41

Test tone 16, 28 Tone 27 Tuning. See Receiving broadcasts

U, V. W, X. Y, Z

Unpacking 4

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