Sony TA-FB940R User Manual

4-227-562-41(1)

Integrated
Ster eo Amplifier

Operating Instructions

TA-FB940R
TA-FB740R

 2000 Sony Corporation

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.

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

Precautions

On safety

• Do not disassemble the cabinet as this
may result in an electrical shock.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the amplifier
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.

On power sources

• Before operating the amplifier, check
that the operating voltage of the
amplifier is identical with your local
power supply. The operating voltage
is indicated on the nameplate at the
rear of the amplifier.

• If you are not going to use the
amplifier for a long time, be sure to
disconnect the amplifier from the wall
outlet. To disconnect the AC power
cord (mains lead), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.

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

On the prevention of howling

Do the following:
—lower the volume.
—keep the turntable as far from the

speakers as possible.

—use commercially available audio

insulators on the bottom of the
turntable.

—keep the microphone away from the

speakers during use.
For further protection against howling,
set the speakers or turntable on top of a
heavy wooden board or concrete slab.

If you have any questions or problems
concerning your amplifier, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

On placement

• Place the amplifier in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
built-up and prolong the life of the
amplifier.

• Do not place the amplifier 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
amplifier.

On cleaning the amplifier

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.

2

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony
Integrated Stereo Amplifier. Before
operating the amplifier, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for
models TA-FB940R and TA-FB740R.
Check your model number by looking at
the rear panel of your amplifier. The
TA-FB940R is the model used for
illustration purposes unless stated
otherwise.
Any difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example,
“TA-FB940R only.”

Conventions

• Instructions in this manual describe
the controls on the amplifier.
For details on the remote buttons
control, see “Remote Button
Descriptions” on page 11.

• The following icon is used in this
manual:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

Hookup Overview 4
Audio Component Hookups 4
Speaker System Hookups 5
Mains Lead Hookups 6

Listening to the Music 7
Recording 9

Additional Information

Troubleshooting 10
Specifications 10
Rear Panel Descriptions 11
Remote Button Descriptions 11

Unpacking

Check that you have received the following supplied items:

• Remote commander (remote) (1) RM-S336

• Sony batteries R6 (size-AA) (2)

z Indicates hints and tips for making

the task easier.

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries, matching the + and – on the batteries with
the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point
it at the remote control sensor g on the amplifier.

z When to replace batteries

With normal use, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote
no longer operates the amplifier, replace all the batteries.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote near an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing
the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting equipment. 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.

3

Getting Started

PHONO TAPE1/DAT

EON CONTROL INTUNER TAPE2/MD

y

AUX

SACD/CD

SPEAKERS

EON CONTROL

R

B

A

L

++––

RL

++––

TAPE1/DAT

L

REC OUT IN

IMPEDANCE USE 4–16Ω

A+B USE 8–16Ω

BI WIRE USE 4–16Ω

IN

R

L

R

TAPE2/MD

REC OUT IN

AUX

IN

SACD/

CD

IN

TUNER

IN

L

R

PHONO

IN

SIGNAL

GND

y

Getting Started

Hookup Overview

The amplifier allows you to connect and control the
following audio components. Follow the hookup
procedure indicated for each component that you want
to connect.
To learn the location and name of each jack, see “Rear
Panel Descriptions” on page 11.

DAT deck

MD deck

PROTECTION

POWER

TAPE1/DATEON LINK SACD/CD TUNER PHONOAUXTAPE2/MD

SPEAKERS

EON LINK

A

OFF

B

•

•

•

A

+

B

•

PHONES

–10+

Speaker (L)

Before you get started

• Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.

• Do not connect the mains leads of the various
components until all connections are completed.

• Use the audio connecting cords supplied with each
component for hooking up with the amplifier.
Purchase and use optionally available cords as
required.

• Be sure to make connections firmly to prevent hum
and noise.

• When connecting an audio connecting cord, be sure
to match the R (right) and L (left) jacks of the
amplifier to the R and L jacks on the other
components.

BASS

0

•

•

•

10

TONE

TREBLE

0

•

•

•

–10+

10

Tape deck

Turntable

BALANCE

TAPE MONITOR

•

SUBSONIC

LOUDNESS

Ø ON ø OFF Ø ON ø OFF

TAPE1 TAPE2

•

•

LEFT RIGHT

TV or video

deck

Tuner

SACD
CD player

SOURCE DIRECT

VOLUME

010

INPUT SELECTOR

SOURCE

•

•

•

Speaker (R)

Audio Component Hookups

Overview

Here you learn how to connect your audio components
to the amplifier.

What cords will I need?

Audio connecting cord (not supplied) (2 for each tape deck,
DAT deck, or MD deck; 1 for other components)

White (L)

Hookups

The arrow ç indicates signal flow.

SACD/CD player

Tuner

Amplifier

L

R

IN

SACD/

CD

Amplifier Tuner

SACD/CD player

Ç

White (L)

Red (R)Red (R)

L

R

OUTPUT

4

L

Ç

R

L

R

IN

OUTPUTTUNER