Sony STR-DE445 Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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- Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 1
4-227-987-13(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DE545 STR-DE445 STR-SE501 © 2000 Sony Corporation - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 2
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 2 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 3
• SELECTOR DE445 SE501 Conventions • The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Demonstration Mode - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 4
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 (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only). z When to replace batteries Under normal conditions, the - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 5
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 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 6
ç Hooking Up the Components Audio Component Hookups MD/TAPE deck INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE L R IN OUT Required cords Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. White (L) White (L) Red (R) Red (R) ç FM - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 7
your TV's audio output jacks to the TV/ SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do (or satellite tuner), connect both the audio and video output jacks to the receiver as shown above. z When using the S-video jacks instead of the video - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 8
the LD player to the RF demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator's optical or coaxial digital output to the receiver's OPTICAL or COAXIAL DVD/LD IN jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your RF Demodulator for details on AC-3 RF hookups. VIDEO OUT LD player AC-3 RF OUT RF - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 9
OUTPUT jacks, you can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player's multi speaker) and a sub woofer. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, for details on speaker system hookup. Front Speaker (L) Front Speaker (R) Rear - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 10
Hooking Up the Components Other Hookups Required cords Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. White (L) Red (R) White (L) Red (R) Control A1 connecting cord (not supplied) (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 11
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 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 12
This chapter describes how to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set TONE Jog dial Brief descriptions of buttons and control used to set up the speaker system SET UP button: Press to enter the setup mode when specifying speaker types and distances - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 13
the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers. • You can also connect Micro Satellite Speaker (e.g. SA-VE230) to the receiver. Micro Satellite Speaker is a 5.1 Channel speaker system consisting of two front speakers, two rear speakers, one center speaker and one subwoofer. 13 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 14
the Speaker System Speaker System Hookup To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To for the front speakers as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual supplied with your speakers if you're not sure of their impedance. - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 15
's memory. Then specify the speaker parameters (size, position, etc.) and perform any other initial setup operations necessary for your system. Before turning on the receiver Make sure that you have: • Selected the appropriate front speakers (see "7 SPEAKERS selector" on page 23). (STR-DE545 and - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 16
the front speakers. Specifying the speaker parameters 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Press SET UP. 3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to has been preset to MICRO SP according to the supplied speaker system. If you change the speaker system, choose NORM. SP to adjust the speaker size and sub - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 17
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System p Center speaker size ( C ) Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445) SMALL (STR-SE501) • If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 18
Surround Setup Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System x Rear speaker height (REAR HGT.)* Initial setting NO". z About the rear speaker position (SIDE, and BEHIND) This setting is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the "VIRTUAL" sound fields. With the - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 19
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System z About speaker distances This receiver allows you to input the speaker position in again to turn off the test tone. Note The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is set to 5.1CH INPUT. z You can adjust the volume level of all speakers at the - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 20
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 volume level on the display is not set - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 21
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 45. 21 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 22
functions of the buttons and controls on the front panel. It also explains basic operations. Front Panel Parts Descriptions 1 ?/1 switch Press to turn the receiver on and off. 2 Function buttons Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. To select Press VCR VIDEO TV or - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 23
1 3 24 ? / 1 SPEAKERS R ON r OFF A B PHONES MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT 5.1CH INPUT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. F. D. 2CH MODE I - LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 24
FIELD buttons to enjoy surround sound. For details, see "Enjoying Surround Sound" starting from page 27. A.F.D. button / indicator Press to set the receiver to automatically detect the type of audio signal being input and perform proper decoding (if necessary). 2CH button / indicator Press to output - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 25
result will be a sound that is highly faithful to the program source. qg The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For details, see "Receiving Broadcasts" starting from page 37. SHIFT button Selects a memory page for preset stations. MEMORY button Press to memorize a preset station. qh The - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 26
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations Front Panel Parts Description ws SET UP button Press to activate the setup mode, then use the cursor buttons (w;) to select any of the following indications. You can then make various settings using the jog dial (wa). When you select You can - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 27
one of the receiver's pre-programmed sound modes. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. You can effects commonly found in movie theaters. The virtual sound modes contain compelling applications of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 28
. See the table starting on page 29 for information on each sound field. To turn the sound field off Press A.F.D. or 2CH (page 24). 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 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 29
surround effects. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. Reproduces the sound characteristics of - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 30
Selecting a Sound Field Sound field information Sound field HALL JAZZ (JAZZ CLUB) LIVE (LIVE HOUSE) GAME Effect Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall. Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house. Obtains maximum audio impact from - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 31
dynamic range compression is active. See page 35 to adjust the dynamic range compression. 8 Tuner indicators These indicators light up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 37 - 40 for tuner operations. 9 Play back channel indicators The letters light up to indicate - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 32
signals. (C. STUDIO A, B, C, V. MULTI and V. SEMI-M.) • When using music sound modes such as HALL or JAZZ CLUB with standard audio formats e.g., PCM, the receiver creates rear signals from the front L and R signals. In this case, sound is output from the rear speakers, but output channel indicators - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 33
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 two weeks). You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters. See the - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 34
Enjoying Surround Sound Customizing Sound Fields Adjusting the level parameters The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let you adjust the balance and speaker volumes of each speaker. The settings available in this menu are applied to all sound fields. 1 Start playing a program source encoded with - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 35
Enjoying Surround Sound Dynamic range compressor (COMP. D. RANGE xx) Initial setting : OFF Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. • OFF reproduces the sound track with no compression. • STD reproduces - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 36
Enjoying Surround Sound Customizing Sound Fields Adjustable parameters for each sound field 2CH A.F.D. NORMAL SURROUND CINEMA STUDIO A CINEMA STUDIO B CINEMA STUDIO C V. MULTI DIMENSION V. SEMI-M. DIMENSION HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE HOUSE GAME 5.1CH INPUT EFFECT LEVEL r r r r r r r WALL TYPE r r r r - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 37
stations on this receiver in the following station you want, you can let the receiver scan all available stations in your area ( Tuning, you can preset them to the receiver (see page 40). Then you can tune FM or AM stations can be preset. The receiver will also scan all the stations that you - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 38
FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE TUNER STR-DE445 only AV SLEEP ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY AUX 5.1CH VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER MENU F 123 "STEREO" does not appear at all even when the FM broadcast is received normally, press this button to turn on the "STEREO" indication. FM - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 39
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 other stations. z If you try to enter a frequency not covered by the tuning interval The entered value is automatically rounded up or down. Tuning intervals - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 40
station is tuned in. 2 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 and direction as follows: nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N nC0˜...C2˜C1N Using - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 41
Other Operations Cursor buttons ? / 1 SPEAKERS R ON r OFF A B PHONES MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT MODE VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT 5.1CH INPUT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. F. D. 2CH MODE I - LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 42
signal flow c: Video signal flow Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. Refer to 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 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 43
Recording on a video tape You can record from 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 LD player's instruction manual if you need help. 1 Select the program source to be recorded. 2 Prepare the component for - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 44
Other Operations Adjustment Using the SET UP Button The SET UP button allows you to make the following adjustments. Selecting the 5.1CH video input This parameter lets you specify the video input to be used with the audio signals from the 5.1CH INPUT jack. The 5.1 CH video input is set to DVD/LD by - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 45
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 20 to verify that the connections are correct. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. There's no sound or only - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 46
Troubleshooting No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the rear No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor. , Select the appropriate function on the receiver. , Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. , Move your TV away from the audio components. The - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 47
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 20,000 Hz; rated 100a) watts per channel minimum RMS power, - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 48
. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Hold down the TUNING + button and press the ?/1 SE501 only. General System Tuner section: PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system Preamplifier section: Low specifications are subject to change without notice. Additional Information 48 - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 49
reflection time Time Dolby Digital (AC-3) This sound format for movie theaters is more advanced than Dolby Pro Logic Surround. In this format developed by Sony. Unlike previous surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music, Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 50
Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, BASS/TREBLE, and SET UP buttons You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SUR, BASS/TREBLE, SET UP buttons, cursor buttons and jog dial. The table below shows each of the settings that these buttons can make. Press and light Press or to select Turn jog dial to - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 51
system. The tables below show the settings of each button. Remote Button SLEEP AV ?/1 ?/1 VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX 5.1CH 0-9 >10 ENTER Operations Receiver TV/VCR/ CD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ VCD player/ LD player/ DAT deck Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 52
with the picture-in-picture function. Note Some Sony equipments cannot be controlled by this remote as shown in the table above. Changing the factory setting of a function button If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons don't match your system components, you can change them. For example - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 53
VCR (remote control mode VTR 1*) VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*) VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*) TV DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) DVD VCD player 6 7 8 9 0 >10 ENTER . * Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and VHS respectively. Now you can use - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 54
preset 40 how to tune 40 Preset tuning 40 R Receiving broadcasts automatically 39 directly 39 preset stations 40 Recording on Automatic tuning Selecting component 22 front speaker system 23 sound field 28 Sleep timer 43 T Test tone 19 Troubleshooting 45 Tuning automatically 39 directly 39 preset stations - Sony STR-DE445 | Operating Instructions (Receiver) - Page 55
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FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
2000 Sony Corporation
STR-DE545
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