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  • Sony STR-V55 | Primary User Manual - Page 1
    3-864-512-51(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions GB C1 C2 STR-V55ES © 1998 by Sony Corporation
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    • 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 benzine. If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 2GB
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    About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for model STR-V55ES. Check your model number by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. Conventions • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if
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    with the + and - properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote. z When to replace batteries Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about
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    antenna To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal Notes on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. • After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible
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    TAPE jacks MD/DAT jacks Note on audio component hookups If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the SIGNAL GND y terminal on the receiver. 6GB
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    the front panel Note on video component hookups You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the TV/ LD AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not connect the TV's video output jack to the TV/LD
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    OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). DVD player* OUTPUT optical connections. Only connect the DVD player to the receiver's DVD IN COAXIAL jack. DIGITAL ANTENNA TV/LD DVD TV/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details
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    Hooking Up the Components ç ç Connect the digital output jack of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver's digital input jack and connect the digital input jack of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver's digital output jack. These connections allow you to make digital recordings of CDs and TV broadcasts.
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    4-16Ω AC OUTLET * 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. b To a wall outlet 10GB
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    separate manual "CONTROL-A1 Control System" and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details. Note If you make CONTROL A1 connections from the receiver to an MD deck that is also connected to a computer, do not operate the receiver while using the "Sony
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System This chapter describes how to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set up your speakers to enjoy multi channel surround sound. SET UP SOUND FIELD ON/OFF SPEAKERS
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker System Hookup Required cords Speaker cords (not supplied) One for each front, rear, and center speaker (+) (+) Rear speaker (R) } (-) Monaural audio cord (not supplied) One for an active woofer Black (-) Black ] Active woofer INPUT AUDIO
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    Up the Speaker System Speaker System Hookup Selecting the impedance Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the speakers as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual of your speakers if you're not sure of the impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label on the back of the
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    using sound fields from the VIRTUAL 3D genre (see pages 16 and 28~29 for details). Specifying the speaker types 1 Press 1/u to turn on the receiver. 2 Press SET UP to display "SPEAKER SETUP". 3 Press the cursor buttons (V or v) to select the parameter you want to adjust. 4 Press the cursor buttons
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    Multi-Channel Surround Setup Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System z About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL) Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each speaker determine whether or not the internal sound processor will cut the bass signal from that channel. When the bass is cut from a
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System p Sub woofer selection (WOOFER) Initial setting : YES • If you connect a sub woofer, select "YES". • If you do not connect a sub woofer, select "NO". This activates the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from
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    unit incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment. 1 Press 1/u to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the supplied remote. You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence. 3 Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the
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    this procedure, look for the reason in the following checklist 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
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    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. If you encounter a problem that is not included above, see "Troubleshooting" on page 44. 20GB
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    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System 21GB
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    on the front panel. It also explains basic operations. 22GB Front Panel Parts Description 1 1/u switch Press to turn the receiver on and off. • Before you turn on the receiver, make sure that you have turned the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost position to avoid damaging you speakers
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    the sound is muted. 6 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 43). 8 SPEAKERS selector Set according to the front speakers you want to drive. Set to To select A The
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    Location of Parts and Basic Operations Front Panel Parts Description 9 0 SPEAKERS OFF A B A+B PRESET TUNING - + PHONES SHIFT FM/AM DISPLAY BASS BOOST VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD TV/LD TAPE MD/DAT CD MEMORY FM MODE TUNING DIMMER SLEEP INPUT EQUALIZER SOUND FIELD CURSOR
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    The result will be a sound that is highly faithful to the program source. !∞ The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For details, see "Receiving Broadcasts" starting from page 37. MEMORY button Press to memorize a preset station. FM MODE button If "STEREO" flashes in the display and the FM
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    can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver's pre-programmed sound modes. They bring the exciting and powerful sound etc.). VIRTUAL 3D This genre contains compelling applications of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal processing technology. These sound modes
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    press MODE repeatedly to select the sound field you want. See the table starting from page 28 for information on each sound field. z 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
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    Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. Allows you to retain a theater like environment while listening at low volume levels, such as late at night. Creates a theater like
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Sound field Effect GENRE : VIRTUAL 3D (continued) VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION Uses 3D sound imaging to create an array of virtual rear speakers positioned higher than the listener from a single pair of actual rear speakers. This mode creates 5 sets of virtual speakers
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting a Sound Field Sound field Effect GENRE : VIRTUAL 3D (continued) VIRTUAL SEMI-THEATER B Adds the 3D sound imaging of VIRTUAL SEMI-MULTI DIMENSION to CINEMA STUDIO B. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the "Kim Novak Theater" and creates 5 sets of virtual
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    lit, this unit creates a sub woofer signal based on the low frequency components of the front channels. 7 Tuner indicators These indicators light when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 37~40 for tuner operations. 8 EQ Lights when the equalizer is turned on. See page 24 and
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    Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays Enjoying Surround Sound Playback channel display The display shows which channels are being played back and which speakers are being used. The letters (L, C, R, etc.) light to show the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters light
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    the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored in memory indefinitely (unless 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
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    rear left and right speakers. • The balance can be adjusted ±8 dB in 1 dB steps. • This setting can also be adjusted directly using the supplied remote. See "Adjusting the speaker volume" (page 18). REAR LEVEL (REAR) Initial setting : 0 dB Lets you adjust level of the rear (left and right) speakers
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Front speaker bass adjustment (Level/Frequency) 1Use V/v to select the level (dB) or frequency (Hz). 2 Use B/b to adjust. Repeat until you achieve the sound you desire. BASS MID TREBLE Level (dB) Frequency Frequency Frequency (Hz) (Hz) (Hz) • The level can be
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    Enjoying Surround Sound Customizing Sound Fields Adjustable parameters for each sound field Sound field Off On GENRE - CINEMA VIRTUAL 3D MUSIC etc. A.F.D. MODE EFFECT WALL REVERB LFE D.RANGE REAR REAR CENTER WOOFER LEVEL TYPE TIME MIX COMP BAL. LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL EQ - r r r NORMAL SURROUND
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    a frequency of the station you want directly by using the numeric buttons on the supplied remote (see page 38). Automatic Tuning If you don't know the frequency of the station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area (see page 39). Preset Tuning After you have
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    to perform the following operations For details on the buttons used in this section, see the operating instructions for the supplied remote. 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press DIRECT (or D.TUNING). 4 Press
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    sure to preset them by performing steps on "Presetting radio stations" below. Presetting radio stations 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the tuner. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (this page). 3 Press MEMORY. "MEMORY" appears in
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    and direction as follows: nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N nC0˜...C2˜C1N Using the preset codes Use the supplied remote control for the following operations. 1 Select the tuner. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C), then press the preset number of the
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    Other Operations SLEEP FUNCTION SPEAKERS OFF A B A+B PRESET TUNING - + PHONES SHIFT FM/AM DISPLAY BASS BOOST VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD TV/LD TAPE MD/DAT CD MEMORY FM MODE TUNING DIMMER SLEEP INPUT EQUALIZER SOUND FIELD CURSOR - + MODE GENRE MODE MODE V B v VIDEO 3
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    component (tape deck, MD deck, VCR) Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc 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
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    a video tape 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. 2 Prepare the component for
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    of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Also, see "Checking the connections" on page 19 to verify that the connections are correct. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. There's no sound or only
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    to select the appropriate video source (if necessary). The remote does not function. / Point the remote at the remote sensor g on the receiver. / Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. / Replace all batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. / Make sure
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    Specifications Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Stereo mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) 120 W + 120 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) 100 W + 100 W Surround mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Front: 120 W + 120 W Centera): 120W Reara): 120 W + 120 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Front: 100 W + 100 W Centera): 100W Reara): 100 W
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    FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/75 ohms Usable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms (IHF) S/N Mono: 76 dB Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5%
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    Corporation. Digital Cinema Sound This is the generic name of the surround sound produced by digital signal processing technology developed by Sony. Unlike previous surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music, Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the enjoyment
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    Tables of Settings Using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP buttons You can make various settings using the CURSOR MODE, SET UP, and cursor buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make. Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly Press V or v to select to light up Then B or b to
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    Tables of Settings Using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP buttons Press SET UP repeatedly to display SPEAKER SETUP SPEAKER DISTANCE OTHER Press V or v to select Then B or b to select FRONT SPEAKER CENTER SPEAKER REAR SPEAKER REAER SPEAKER POSITION REAR SPEAKER HEIGHT SUB WOOFER FRONT SPEAKER CENTER
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    preset stations 42 program sources 42 L, M, N, O Labeling. See Indexing P, Q Parameter 36, 49, 50 Preset stations how to preset 39 how to tune 40 R Receiving broadcasts automatically 39 directly 38 preset stations 39 Recording on an audio tape or MD 42 on a video tape 43 S Scanning preset stations
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3-864-512-
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(1)
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
1998 by Sony Corporation
STR-V55ES
Operating Instructions
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C2
C1