4-253-437-13(1)
FM Stereo
FM/AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
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.
Serial No.
STR-DE197
©2004 Sony Corporation
About This Manual
Note for the supplied remote
• The instructions in this manual are for model
at the lower right corner of the front panel.
For RM-U185
The DVD button on the remote is not available
for receiver operation.
• 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, see pages 19–22.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see
the illustration below).
AC OUTLET
4-XXX-XXX-XX AA
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area
code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“Models of area code AA only”.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Operations Using the Remote
RM-U185
Amplifier Operation
Selecting the component.......................10
Precautions ........................................... 23
Troubleshooting.................................... 24
Specifications ....................................... 26
List of button locations and reference
pages............................................... 28
(Models of area code CEL, CEK
only)
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)....13
only)
Other Operations
Naming preset stations and inputs ........16
Using the Sleep Timer ..........................17
Selecting the speaker system ................17
Recording..............................................18
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Getting Started
1: Connecting your components
Required cords
The following hookup diagrams assume the use of the optional connection cord A (not supplied).
A Audio cord
White (L)
Red (R)
Notes
• Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
• When connecting an audio cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components:
white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
Hooking up audio components
ANTENNA
AM
SPEAKERS
+
+
R
L
CD
IN
MD/TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
A
B
A
B
L
R
OUT
IN
A
A
A
OUTPUT
LINE
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE LINE
L
L
R
R
CD player
MD/Tape deck
continued
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Hooking up video components
ANTENNA
AM
SPEAKERS
+
+
R
L
CD
IN
MD/TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
A
B
A
B
L
R
OUT
IN
A
A
A
OUTPUT
LINE
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE LINE
L
L
R
R
VCR
VCR
Note
You can record the audio signals of the components connected to this receiver. For example, connect a recording
component such as a cassette deck to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks and press the input buttons (VIDEO 2,
MD/TAPE, CD, TUNER) to select the component to be recorded.
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2: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM wire antenna
(supplied)
ANTENNA
AM
SPEAKERS
+
+
R
L
IN
MD/TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
A
B
A
B
L
R
*
*
The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code.
Notes
• 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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3: Connecting speakers
Required cords
A Speaker cords (not supplied)
(+)
(–)
Speaker A (Right)
Speaker A (Left)
E
e
E
e
A
A
AC OUTLET
SPEAKERS
+
+
R
L
A
B
A
B
A
A
E
e E
e
Speaker B (Right)
Speaker B (Left)
* If you have an additional speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS B terminals. You can select the speakers
you want to use with the SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B buttons. For details, see “Selecting the speaker system”
(page 17).
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Performing initial setup
operations
4: Connecting the AC
power cord
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure.
This procedure can also be used to return
settings you have made to their factory defaults.
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
Connecting the AC power
cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
AC OUTLET *
AC power cord
Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
“INITIAL” appears in the display.
The following are reset to their factory
settings.
AC OUTLET
• All preset stations.
• All index names for inputs and preset
stations.
• All settings for the speaker system and
sound adjustments.
• MASTER VOLUME –/+ is set to “VOL
MIN”.
To a wall outlet
* The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets
vary according to the model and the area code.
Notes
• Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
• The AC OUTLET on the rear of the receiver is a
switched outlet, which supplies power to the
connected component only while the receiver is
turned on.
• Make sure that the total power consumption of the
component connected to the receiver’s AC OUTLET
does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel.
Do not connect high-wattage electrical home
appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this
outlet. This may cause a malfunction.
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Listening to FM/AM radio
Amplifier Operation
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
antennas to the receiver (see page 7).
Selecting the component
1
Press input buttons to select the input.
To select the
Press
Tip
VCR
VIDEO 1 or
VIDEO 2
The tuning scale differs depending on the area code as
shown in the following table. For details on area codes,
see page 3.
MD or tape deck
CD player
MD/TAPE
CD
Area code
U, CA
FM
AM
Built-in tuner (FM/AM)
TUNER
100 kHz
50 kHz
10 kHz*
9 kHz
The selected input appears in the display.
CEL, CEK
2
3
Turn on the component and start
playback.
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (see page 26).
Note
Automatic tuning
If you select the VCR, set the TV’s video input to
match the component you selected.
If you do not know the frequency of the station
you want, you can let the receiver scan all
available stations in your area.
Turn MASTER VOLUME –/+ to adjust
the volume.
1
Press TUNER.
Note
To avoid damaging your speakers, make sure that
you turn down the volume before you turn off the
receiver.
The last received station is tuned in.
2
3
Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM
band.
To mute the sound
Press TUNING/CHAR + or TUNING/
CHAR –.
Press MUTING on the remote.
The muting function will be canceled when you
do the following.
Press TUNING/CHAR + to scan from low
to high; press TUNING/CHAR – to scan
from high to low.
• Press MUTING on the remote again.
• Turn the power off.
• Turn MASTER VOLUME –/+ to increase the
volume.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
Tip
To use the headphones
If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo
reception is poor, press FM MODE to change to
monaural (MONO). You will not be able to enjoy the
stereo effect, but the sound will be less distorted. To
return to stereo mode, press FM MODE again.
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack
and set the SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B
buttons to off.
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Direct tuning
Storing FM stations
automatically
You can enter the frequency of the station you
want directly.
— AUTOBETICAL
1
2
Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM
band.
This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM
RDS stations in alphabetical order without
redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the
stations with the clearest signals.
If you want to store FM or AM stations one by
one, see “Presetting radio stations”.
3
4
Press DIRECT.
Press the numeric buttons to enter the
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Press 1 b 0 b 2 b 5 b 0
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
(You do not have to enter the last “0” when
the tuning scale is set to 10 kHz.)
Press 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for
optimum reception.
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
Hold down MEMORY/ENTER and press
?/1 to turn the receiver back on.
“AUTO-BETICAL SELECT” appears in
the display and the receiver scans and stores
all the FM and FM RDS stations in the
broadcast area.
For RDS stations, the tuner first checks for
stations broadcasting the same program,
signal. The selected RDS stations are sorted
alphabetically by their Program Service
name, then assigned a 2-character preset
code. For more details on RDS, see
page 13.
If you cannot tune in a station
and the entered numbers flash
Make sure you have 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.
Regular 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, except ?/1.
• If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to
store stations in your new area.
• For details on tuning the stored stations, see “Tuning
to preset stations”.
• If you move the antenna after storing stations with
this procedure, the stored settings may no longer be
valid. If this happens, repeat this procedure to store
the stations again.
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Tuning to preset stations
Presetting radio stations
1
Press TUNER.
You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations.
Then you can easily tune in the stations you
often listen to.
The last received station is tuned in.
2
Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select the
preset station you want.
Presetting radio stations
Each time you press the button, you can
select the preset station as follows:
1
Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
tA1yA2y...yA0yB1yB2y...yB0T
2
preset using Automatic Tuning
tC0y...yC2yC1T
(page 10) or Direct Tuning (page 11).
Using the remote
3
4
5
6
Press MEMORY/ENTER.
1 Press TUNER.
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a
few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the
display goes out.
2 Press CH/PRESET –/+ repeatedly to select
the preset station you want.
To select the preset station
directly
Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a
memory page (A, B or C).
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A”,
Press the numeric buttons on the remote.
The preset station of the selected number in the
current memory page is tuned in. Press SHIFT
repeatedly on the remote to change the memory
page.
Press the numeric buttons to select a
preset number.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
the preset number, start again from step 3.
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another
station.
Note
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about
one week, the preset stations will be cleared from
the receiver’s memory, and you will have to
preset the stations again.
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Displaying RDS information
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
While receiving an RDS station, press
DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, RDS
information on the display changes cyclically as
follows:
(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. You can also display
RDS information.
Program Service name t Frequency t
a)
Program Type indication t Radio Text
b)
indication t Current Time indication (in 24-
hour system)
a)
Type of program being broadcast (see page 14).
Notes
b)
• RDS is operable only for FM stations.
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they
provide the same types of services. If you are not
familiar with the RDS services in your area, check
with your local radio stations for details.
Text messages sent by the RDS station.
Notes
• If there is an emergency announcement by
government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the
display.
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,
the message scrolls across the display.
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS service,
“NO XXXX” (such as “NO TEXT”) appears in the
display.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station on the FM band
using automatic tuning (page 10), direct
tuning (page 11), or preset tuning
(page 12).
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the program service name appears in
the display.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned to
is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal strength is weak.
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Program type
indication
Description
Description of program types
JAZZ
Jazz programs
Program type
indication
Description
COUNTRY
NATION M
Country music programs
NEWS
News programs
Programs featuring the popular
music of the country or region
AFFAIRS
Topical programs that expand on
current news
OLDIES
Programs featuring oldies music
Folk music programs
INFO
Programs offering information on
a wide spectrum of subjects,
including consumer affairs and
medical advice
FOLK M
DOCUMENT
NONE
Investigative features
Any programs not defined above
SPORT
Sports programs
EDUCATE
Educational programs, such as
“how-to” and advice programs
DRAMA
Radio plays and serials
CULTURE
Programs about national or
regional culture, such as language
and social concerns
SCIENCE
VARIED
Programs about the natural
sciences and technology
Other types of programs such as
celebrity interviews, panel games,
and comedy
POP M
Popular music programs
Rock music programs
Easy Listening
ROCK M
EASY M
LIGHT M
Instrumental, vocal, and choral
music
CLASSICS
OTHER M
Performances of major orchestras,
chamber music, opera, etc.
Music that does not fit into any
categories above, such as Rhythm
& Blues and Reggae
WEATHER
FINANCE
Weather information
Stock market reports and trading,
etc.
CHILDREN
SOCIAL
Programs for children
Programs about people and the
things that affect them
RELIGION
PHONE IN
Programs of religious content
Programs where members of the
public express their views by
phone or in a public forum
TRAVEL
LEISURE
Programs about travel. Not for
announcements that are located by
TP/TA
Programs on recreational
activities such as gardening,
fishing, cooking, etc.
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Changing the display
Adjusting the sound
Changing the information in
the display
Adjusting the speaker
balance
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
You can adjust the speaker balance from
BAL L+8 to BAL R+8 in 1 level step. The initial
setting is BALANCE.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will
change cyclically as follows.
*
Index name of the input t Selected input
Press BALANCE L or BALANCE R
repeatedly.
When the tuner is selected
**
Program Service name or preset station name
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
**
t Frequency t Program Type indication
**
t Radio Text indication t Current Time
BAL L+8 ... y BAL L+1 ... y BALANCE
**
indication (in 24-hour system)
y BAL R+1 ... y BAL R+8
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station (page 16). Index
name does not appear when only blank spaces have
been entered, or it is the same as the input name.
**During RDS reception only. (Models of area code
CEL, CEK only. See page 13).
Adjusting the tone
You can adjust the tonal quality of the speakers
using the TREBLE –/+ and BASS –/+ buttons.
The initial setting is 0 dB.
Press TREBLE + or TREBLE – repeatedly to
adjust the treble level and BASS + or
BASS – repeatedly to adjust the bass level.
You can adjust from –10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB
steps.
Reinforcing the bass
Press BASS BOOST to reinforce the bass.
The BASS BOOST indicator lights up.
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Tips
• You can select the character type as follows by
pressing TUNING/CHAR + or TUNING/
CHAR – repeatedly.
Other Operations
Alphabet (upper case) t Numbers t Symbols
• To enter a blank space, press TUNING/CHAR +
or TUNING/CHAR – repeatedly until a blank
space appears in the display.
Naming preset stations
and inputs
• If you made a mistake, press NAME repeatedly
until the character you want to change flashes,
then press TUNING/CHAR + or TUNING/
CHAR – repeatedly to select the correct
character.
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
preset stations and inputs selected with input
Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
1 To index a preset station
4
Press MEMORY/ENTER to store the
index name.
Press TUNER, then tune in the preset
station you want to create an index
name for (page 12).
Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
When you name an RDS station and tune in the station,
the Program Service name appears instead of the name
you entered. (You cannot change the name of a
Program Service name. The name you entered will be
overwritten by the Program Service name.)
To index an input
Press the input button to select the
input you want to create an index name
for.
2
3
Press NAME.
Use NAME and TUNING/CHAR + or
TUNING/CHAR – to create an index
name.
Press TUNING/CHAR + or TUNING/
CHAR – repeatedly to select a character,
then press NAME to move the cursor to the
next position.
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Using the Sleep Timer
Selecting the speaker
system
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically
at a specified time. Use the remote for the
operation.
You can select the speaker system you want to
use.
Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is
on.
To select the speakers
connected to
Press
Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes
cyclically as follows:
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 t
OFF
SPEAKERS A terminals
SPEAKERS B terminals
both SPEAKERS A and
SPEAKER A
SPEAKER B
SPEAKER A
SPEAKERS B terminals (parallel and SPEAKER
The display dims after you have specified the
time.
connection)
B
Tip
The indicator lights up.
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns
off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the
display. If you press SLEEP again, the sleep timer will
be canceled.
Tips
• The initial setting is SPEAKER A.
• Press SPEAKER A or SPEAKER B to turn off the
indicator if you do not want to select the speaker
system.
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Recording on a video tape
Recording
You can record from a VCR or a TV using the
receiver. You can also add audio from a variety
of audio sources when editing a video tape. See
the operating instructions of your VCR if you
need help.
Before you begin, make sure you have
connected all components properly.
Recording on an audio tape or
MiniDisc
1
2
Select the program source to be
recorded.
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc
using the receiver. See the operating instructions
of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need
help.
Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a video tape you want to
record into VCR.
3
4
Insert a blank video tape into the VCR
(VIDEO 1) for recording.
1
2
Select the component to be recorded.
Prepare the component for playing.
Start recording on the recording VCR,
then start playing the video tape you
want to record.
For example, insert a CD into the CD
player.
3
4
Insert a blank tape or MD into the
recording deck and adjust the
recording level, if necessary.
Tip
You can record the sound from any audio source onto
a video tape while copying from a video tape. 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.
Start recording on the recording deck,
then start playback on the playback
component.
Note
Some sources contain copy guards to prevent
recording. In this case, you may not be able to record
from the sources.
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Operations Using the Remote RM-U185
You can use the remote RM-U185 to operate the
components in your system.
Remote button description
AV
?/1
?/1
SLEEP
Before you use your
remote
1
2
3
wj
wh
SYSTEM
STANDBY
•
VIDEO 1
MD/TAPE
VIDEO 2
CD
DVD
wg
wf
Inserting batteries into the
remote
4
5
TUNER
TOP MENU
DVD MENU
F
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and –
properly oriented in the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote
1
2
3
g
G
ENTER
wd
4
5
8
0
6
f
O
sensor
on the receiver.
7
SHIFT
9
D. TUNING
ENTER
RETURN
>10
6
ws
– /– –
–
.
CH/PRESET
+
>
TV/VIDEO
7
8
wa
w;
ql
ANT
TV/VTR
D.SKIP
m
N
M
X
x
9
q;
Tip
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for
about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates
the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.
L
BALANCE
R
BASS BOOST
MUTING
qa
qs
qd
qk
qj
+
–
–
TREBLE
BASS
Notes
MASTER
VOL
+
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid
place.
qh
+
TV VOL
–
+
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or
lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
TV CH
qf
qg
–
• 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.
The tables below show the settings of each
button.
Remote
Button
Operations Function
ANT
VCR Selects output signal
TV/VTR w;
from the antenna
terminal: TV signal or
VCR program.
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Remote
Button
Operations Function
Remote
Button
Operations Function
AV ?/1
2
TV/VCR/
CD player/
Turns the audio and
video components on or
RETURN
ws
VCD player Returns to the previous
menu.
VCD player/ off.
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
SHIFT 6 Receiver
Selects a memory page
for presetting radio
stations or tuning to
preset stations.
DAT deck
SLEEP 1 Receiver
Activates the sleep
function and the
duration which the
receiver turns off
automatically.
BALANCE Receiver
L/R qa
Adjusts the speaker
balance.
BASS –/+ Receiver
qd
Adjusts the bass level.
BASS
BOOST qk
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
Reinforces the bass.
SYSTEM
STANDBY VCR/
(Press AV
?/1 2 and tuner/
?/1 wj at CD player/
Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver
and other Sony audio/
video components.
Satellite
CD 4
To listen to compact
disc.
CH/
Selects preset stations.
Selects preset channel.
the same
time)
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
PRESET
–/+ 7
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
D.SKIP w; CD player/
Skips discs (multi-disc
DAT deck
VCD player/ changer only).
DVD player/
MD deck
TOPMENU DVD player Displays DVD title.
wd
TREBLE
–/+ qs
Receiver
Adjusts the treble level.
D.TUNING Receiver
ws
Enters direct tuning
mode.
TUNER wf Receiver
To listen to radio
programs.
DVD wg
Receiver
To watch DVD.
DVD
MENU wd
DVD player Displays DVD menu.
TV CH
TV
Selects preset TV
channels.
+/– qg
ENTER ws TV/VCR/
Satellite
After selecting a
channel, disc or track
using the numeric
buttons, press to enter
the value.
TV/VIDEO TV
wa
Selects input signal: TV
input or video input.
tuner/LD
player/MD
deck/ DAT
deck/
TV VOL
TV
Adjusts the volume of
the TV.
+/– qf
VIDEO 1
3
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
Tape deck
ENTER wd DVD player Enters the selection.
VIDEO 2
wh
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
MASTER Receiver
VOL +/–
qh
Adjusts the master
volume of the receiver.
0-9 wd
Use with SHIFT to
preset radio station or
tuning to preset stations
and with D.TUNING
for direct tuning.
MD/TAPE Receiver
5
To listen to Minidisc or
audio tape.
MUTING
qj
Receiver
Mutes the sound from
the receiver.
CD player/
Selects track numbers.
VCD player/ 0 selects track 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck
TV/VCR/
Selects channel
Satellite tuner numbers.
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Remote
Button
Operations Function
Remote
Button
Operations Function
>10 6
CD player/
VCD player/ over 10.
LD player/
Selects track numbers
O wd
DVD player Returns to the previous
menu or exits the menu.
V/v/B/b DVD player Selects a menu item.
wd
MD deck
-/-- 6
TV
Selects the channel
Notes
entry mode, either one
or two digit.
• The DVD button on the remote is not available for
receiver operation.
?/1 wj
Receiver
Turns the receiver on or
off.
• When you press the input buttons (VIDEO 1, VIDEO
2), the input mode of the TV might not switch to the
corresponding input mode that you want. In this case,
press the TV/VIDEO button to switch the input mode
of the TV.
./> VCR/
Skips tracks.
7
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
• Some functions explained in this section may not
work depending on the model.
DAT deck/
Tape deck
• 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.
m/M
8
CD player/
VCD player/ forward or backward
DVD player direction.
Searches tracks in the
VCR/
Fastforwards or
rewinds.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
N 9
X q;
x ql
VCR/
Starts playback.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
VCR/
CD player/
VCD player/ recording with
LD player/ components in
DVD player/ recording standby.)
MD deck/
Pauses playback or
recording. (Also starts
DAT deck/
Tape deck
VCR/
Stops playback.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
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To reset a button to its factory
setting
Changing the factory
setting of an input button
Repeat the above procedure.
To reset all the input buttons to
their factory setting
If the factory settings of the input buttons do not
match your system components, you can change
them. For example, if you have a tape deck and
you do not have an MD deck, you can assign the
MD/TAPE button to your tape deck.
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at the
same time.
Note that the settings of the TUNER button
cannot be changed.
1
Hold down the input button whose input
you want to change (for example, MD/
TAPE).
2
Press the corresponding button of the
component you want to assign to the
input button (for example, 4 – Tape deck).
The following buttons are assigned to select
the input:
To operate
Press
CD player
1
DAT deck
2
MD deck
3
Tape deck A
4
Tape deck B
5
LD player
6
VCR (command mode VTR 1*)
VCR (command mode VTR 2*)
VCR (command mode VTR 3*)
TV
7
8
9
0
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)
DVD player
>10
ENTER
.
VCD player
*Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3
setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and
VHS respectively.
Now you can use the MD/TAPE button to
control the tape deck.
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On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn
off and unplug the receiver.
Additional Information
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
On cleaning
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.
If you have any question or problem concerning your
receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, 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 receiver is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.
• 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 power cord, grasp the
plug itself; never pull the cord.
• (Models of area code U, CA only)
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 heat buildup
Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver
at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
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.
• Use caution when placing the receiver on surfaces
that have been specially treated (with wax, oil,
polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface
may result.
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The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the balance (page 15).
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
There is no sound or only a very low-level
sound no matter which component is
selected.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely and correctly.
• Check that both the receiver and all components
are turned on.
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters
(10 feet) away from a TV set or fluorescent light.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the receiver.
Recording cannot be done.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME –/+ is not set at
“VOL MIN”.
• Check that the SPEAKER A or SPEAKER B is
not set to off (page 17).
• Select the source component with input buttons.
The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to
connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as
shown below. If you connect the receiver to an
outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To
prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground
wire to a gas pipe.
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the
muting function.
There is no sound from 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) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component.
Outdoor FM antenna
Receiver
ANTENNA
• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the receiver.
There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
AM
• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES
jack to verify that sound is output from the
headphones. If only one channel is output from the
headphones, the component may not be connected
to the receiver correctly. Check that 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.
Ground wire
(not supplied)
To ground
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Remote control
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected securely.
Adjust the antennas and connect an external
antenna if necessary.
The remote does not function.
• The DVD button on the remote is not available for
receiver operation.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct
tuning.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor
receiver.
on the
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the
remote and the receiver.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly
(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset stations
have been cleared (when tuning by scanning
preset stations). Preset the stations (page 12).
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new
ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure you select the correct input on the
remote.
*
RDS does not work.
• Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS
station.
Error message
• Select a stronger FM station.
If there is a malfunction, the display shows a
message.
The RDS information that you want does not
*
appear.
• Contact the radio station and find out whether they
actually provide the service in question. If so, the
service may be temporarily out of order.
PROTECT
Irregular current is output from the speakers. Turn
off the receiver, check the speaker connection and
turn on the power again. If this problem persists,
turn off the receiver and consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
* Models of area code CEL, CEK only.
If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the
problem (page 9). However, note that all
memorized settings will be reset to their factory
settings and you will have to readjust all settings
on the receiver.
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Outputs (Analog)
Specifications
MD/TAPE (OUT),
VIDEO 1 (AUDIO OUT)
Voltage: 500 mV
Impedance: 10 kiloohms
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Bass Boost:
Tone:
+8 dB at 70 Hz
10 dB at 100 Hz and
10 kHz
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
(Models of area code U only)
FM tuner section
Tuning range
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
Sensitivity
Mono:
Stereo:
Useable sensitivity
S/N
Mono:
Stereo:
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.
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
FM wire antenna
75 ohms, unbalanced
10.7 MHz
18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms
38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/75 ohms
11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms
Amplifier section
Power Output
Models of area code U, CA
Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
76 dB
70 dB
1)
125 W + 125 W
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
Mono:
Stereo:
Separation
Frequency response
0.3%
0.5%
45 dB at 1 kHz
30 Hz – 15 kHz,
+0.5/–2 dB
Models of area code CEL, CEK
Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
1)
100 W + 100 W
Selectivity
60 dB at 400 kHz
1) Measured under the following conditions:
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Models of area code U, CA
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1,710 kHz
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,710 kHz
Models of area code CEL, CEK
Area code
U, CA
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
230 V AC, 50 Hz
4)
4)
CEL, CEK
Frequency response
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1,602 kHz
CD, MD/TAPE,
VIDEO 1, 2
20 Hz – 50 kHz
+0/–0.5 dB (with bass
boost and tone bypassed)
Antenna
Intermediate frequency
Usable sensitivity
Loop antenna
450 kHz
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
999 kHz)
Inputs (Analog)
S/N
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
0.5% (50 mV/m, 400 Hz)
CD, MD/TAPE,
VIDEO 1, 2
Sensitivity: 500 mV
Harmonic distortion
Selectivity
At 9 kHz:
Impedance: 50 kiloohms
2)
S/N : 85 dB
35 dB
40 dB
3)
(A, 500 mV
)
At 10 kHz:
4) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10
kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the
receiver. While holding down PRESET TUNING +,
press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when
you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10
kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.
2) INPUT SHORT (with bass boost and tone
bypassed).
3) Weighted network, input level.
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General
Power requirements
Area code
U, CA
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
CEL, CEK
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Area code
U
Power consumption
190 W
CA
270 VA
CEL, CEK
210 W
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.5 W
AC outlets
Area code
U, CA
AC outlets
1 switched, 120 W/1A MAX
1 switched, 100 W MAX
CEL, CEK
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
430 × 132.5 × 302 mm
(17 × 5 1/4 × 11 7/8 inches)
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.)
7 kg (15 lb 7 oz)
Supplied accessories
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander RM-U185 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
For details on the area code of the component you
are using, see page 3.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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List of button locations and reference pages
Illustration number
How to use page 28 and 29
r
Use this page to find the location of buttons that are
mentioned in the text.
DISPLAY 6 (13, 15)
R
R
Name of button/part
Reference page
Main unit
NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS
M - Z
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
?/1 (power) 1 (9, 11, 26)
MASTER VOLUME –/+ qj (9,
10, 24)
A - L
AM 7 (10, 11)
MD/TAPE qf (6, 10)
16)
BALANCE L/R q; (15)
BASS –/+ ql (15)
BASS BOOST (button/indicator)
5 (15)
NAME wh (16)
Numeric buttons ws (11, 12)
PHONES (jack) wk (10, 24)
26)
CD qg (6, 10)
DIRECT wa (11)
DISPLAY 6 (13, 15)
Display 9 (13, 15)
FM 4 (10, 11)
SHIFT w; (12)
SPEAKER A (button/indicator)
2 (8, 10, 17, 24)
FM MODE 3 (10)
Input buttons qa (6, 10, 16)
IR (receptor) 8 (19, 25)
SPEAKER B (button/indicator)
wj (8, 10, 17, 24)
TREBLE –/+ qk (15)
TUNER qh (6, 10, 11, 12, 16)
TUNING/CHAR –/+ wf (10, 16)
VIDEO 1 qs (10)
VIDEO 2 qd (6, 10)
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