Sony STR-DE495 Operating Instructions

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  • Sony STR-DE495 | Operating Instructions - Page 1
    FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at 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. Serial No. STR-DE595 STR-DE495
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    is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. This receiver incorporates Dolby*
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    the command mode of the receiver 36 Operations Using the Remote RM-U306A Before you use your remote 37 Remote button description 37 Changing the factory setting of an input selector button 40 Additional Information Precautions 41 Troubleshooting 41 Specifications 44 Tables of settings using
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    differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "Models of area code AA only". Tip 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
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    indicator) wa (23-25) CD (STR-DE495 only) 9 (21) CD/SACD (STR-DE595 only) 9 (21) DIMMER w; (24, 42) MULTI CHANNEL DECODING (indicator) (STR-DE595 only) wd (21) MULTI CH IN (STR-DE595 only) qk (21) 26, 42) PRESET TUNING +/- wf (31, 46) SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) (STR-DE595 only) wl (13, 22, 41) TUNER FM
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    Optical digital cord (not supplied) Tip Audio cord A can be torn into two monaural audio cords F. G Component video cord (not supplied) (STR-DE595 only, except for models of area code CEL, CEK) Green Blue Red E Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) Before you get started • Turn off the power to all
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    IN SUB DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER * * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code. 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
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    SUB WOOFER IN R OUT R IN CD/SACD MD/TAPE MULTI CH IN AUDIO IN R AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN SUB DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER * STR-DE595 only. A OUTPUT LINE L R CD or Super Audio CD* player 8GB
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    AUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN SUB DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER RL FRONT B R FRONT SPEAKERS IM IN B Satellite tuner or VCR OUTPUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R Ç OUT IN B audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above. STR-DE595 only, except for models of area code CEL, CEK If you have a
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    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 fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required
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    input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player, multi
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    cord to a wall outlet. VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 220V 240V 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 (page 13). Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/ video components to a wall outlet. 12GB
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    E e Ee Ee Ee Ee Front speaker B* Front speaker B* Center speaker Surround speaker Surround speaker (R) (L) (R) (L) * (STR-DE595 only) If you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals. You can select the front speakers you want to use with the
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    of insulation. Stripped cords are not fully attached and are touching the rear panel of the receiver. 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 20. If no
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    settings and pages 35-36 for other settings. Multi channel surround setup For the best possible surround sound, all speakers should be the same distance from the listening position (A). However, the receiver lets you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B) and the surround
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    you select "MICRO SP.". Tip The setting for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.) has been programmed to optimize the sound balance. If you use Sony's Micro Satellite Speakers, select "MICRO SP.". Caution When you use Micro Satellite Speakers and the speaker size is set to "LARGE", you may not obtain
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    or sub woofer.*1 • If you do not connect a center speaker, select "NO". The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.*2 x Surround speaker size ( SL SR XXXXX) • If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". Normally, select
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    ) closer to your listening position (C on page 15). Tip The receiver allows you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than
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    speaker placement parameter is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes with virtual elements. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker reflections. Therefore, we recommend that you playback multi channel surround encoded software and listen to the effect each
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    (e.g., CD/SACD (STR-DE595 only) / CD (STR-DE495 only) or MD/TAPE) to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. If you do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, see "Troubleshooting" on page 41 and take the appropriate measures to correct the problem. 20GB
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    Press VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 VIDEO 2 DVD MD/TAPE CD (STR-DE495 only) CD/SACD (STR-DE595 only) TUNER FM/AM After turning on the component you selected, of all the speakers. When this function is on, the tone and surround effects are turned off. MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator (STR-DE595 only) This
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    STR-DE495 only) or "SP A" and "SP B" (STR-DE595 only) do not light up in the display. SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) (STR-DE595 only) Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) to output the sound from the speakers connected to the SPEAKERS RDS reception only. (Models of area code CEL, CEK only. See page 32). 22GB
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    theaters and concert halls into your home. You can also customize the sound fields to obtain the sound you want by changing the surround parameter. To fully enjoy surround sound, you must register the number and location of your speakers. See "Multi channel surround setup" starting from page 15
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    II which has movie mode and music mode, and the receiver can reproduce the 2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through Dolby Pro Logic II. Press A.F.D. repeatedly to and Sony's own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop "Digital Cinema Sound". In a home theater, "Digital Cinema Sound"
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    Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack. About Cinema Studio EX Cinema Studio EX consists of the following three elements. • Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers receiver lets
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    is output from the SUB WOOFER jacks. 2 SP*: (STR-DE495 only) Lights up when you turn on the receiver. 3 SP A*: (STR-DE595 only) Lights up when you select to drive Speaker System A. 4 SP B*: (STR-DE595 only) Lights up when you select to drive Speaker System B. * Does not light up when you connect
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    channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers OFF STD * (STR-DE595 only) The parameters can be adjusted separately for MULTI CH IN. continued
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    The TONE menu contains parameters that let you adjust the tone of the front speakers for optimum sound. The settings are applied to all sound fields. 1 Start playing a program source encoded with multi channel surround sound. 2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select " TONE ". 3 Press MENU or MENU to
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    FM stations are assigned 2-character preset codes and stored after the RDS station. When done, "FINISH" appears in the display momentarily and the receiver returns to the normal operation. Notes • Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation. • If you move
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    TUNING - after entering the value close to the frequency you want. The receiver automatically tunes in the station you want. If the frequency seems to be by entering its 2character preset code using the supplied remote. Up to 30 FM or AM stations can be preset. The receiver will also scan all the
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    : nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N nC0˜...C2˜C1N Using the preset codes Use the supplied remote to perform the following operations. For details on the buttons used in this section, see pages 37-40. 1 Press TUNER on the remote. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page
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    (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. Note that RDS is operable only for FM stations.* * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they
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    Receiving Broadcasts Description of program types Program type indication NEWS AFFAIRS INFO SPORT EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE SCIENCE VARIED POP M ROCK M EASY M LIGHT M CLASSICS OTHER M WEATHER FINANCE
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    code CEL, CEK only) You cannot change the name of an RDS station. Recording Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly. Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the operating instructions • (STR-DE595 only)
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    receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See the operating instructions if you make only digital connections. • (STR-DE595 only) When MULTI CH IN is selected the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Press SLEEP on the remote while
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    receiver This function is useful when you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. 1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ENTER and press 1/u to turn on the receiver of the supplied remote is "AV2" and you cannot change this setting. • If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you
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    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 batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Remote button description AV ?/1 SLEEP ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD
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    IN source. Selects a menu item. Makes adjustment or change the setting. Mutes the sound from the receiver. Remote Operations Function Button MASTER Receiver VOL +/- Adjusts the master volume of the receiver. AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck Turns
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    Remote Operations Function Button ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel, Satellite tuner/ disc or track using the LD player/ numeric buttons, press to MD deck/ enter the value. DAT deck/ Tape deck RETURN VCD player CH/ Receiver PRESET +/- Go back to previous menu. Scans and selects preset
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    in this section may not work depending on the model of the receiver. • The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described. • (STR-DE495 only) The MULTI CH function
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    If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Also, see "Checking the connections" on
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    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. The left and right
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    set to operate the TV only, use the remote to select a source or component other than TV before operating the receiver or other component. If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 15). However, note that all
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    from 250 milliwatts to rated output (models of area code U only). Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Models of area code U, CA Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 40 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %) STR-DE595: 90 W + 90 W STR-DE495: 70 W + 70 W Reference Power Output (8 ohms 40 Hz - 20
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    Models of other area code Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %) STR-DE595: 100 W + 100 W2) STR-DE495: 80 W + 80 W2) Reference Power Output2) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10 %) STR-DE595: FRONT1): 120 W/ch CENTER1): 120 W SURR1): 120 W/ch STR-DE495: FRONT1): 100 W/ch
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    the receiver. Hold STR-DE595: STR-DE495: 7.5 kg (16 lb 9 oz) 7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz) Supplied accessories FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-U306A (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 4. Design and specifications
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    -6 dB to +6 dB (1 dB steps) Page 27 16 35 28 1) For models of area code U, CA: 3 feet to 23 feet (1 foot steps) 2) For models of area code U, CA: between L R DIST. and 5 feet (1 foot steps) 3) For models of area code U, CA: between L R DIST. and 15 feet (1 foot steps) Additional Information 47GB
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    z z3) z3) z3) z D.RANGE COMP2) z z z z z z z z z z z > EFCT. LEVEL z z z z z z 1) STR-DE595 only. 2) These parameters may not operate depending on the source or adjustments. For details, see each no sound output from the sub woofer if the front speaker size is set to "LARGE". However, sound will
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FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
4-245-327-
15
(1)
STR-DE595
STR-DE495
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at 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.
Serial No.
© 2003 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions