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... unit 5 Hooking Up the Components Required cords 6 Antenna hookups 7 Audio component hookups 8 Video component hookups 9 Digital component hookups 10 Multi channel input hookups1 11 ...Surround Sound Automatically decoding the input audio signal 23 Selecting a sound field 23 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 25 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic II 25 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 26 Customizing sound fields 27 Receiving... for each sound field 55 1) STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only 2) Models of area code CEL, CEK only. 3) For...
... unit 5 Hooking Up the Components Required cords 6 Antenna hookups 7 Audio component hookups 8 Video component hookups 9 Digital component hookups 10 Multi channel input hookups1 11 ...Surround Sound Automatically decoding the input audio signal 23 Selecting a sound field 23 Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 25 Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic II 25 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 26 Customizing sound fields 27 Receiving... for each sound field 55 1) STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only 2) Models of area code CEL, CEK only. 3) For...
Operating Instructions
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...the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. The next time you turn the receiver on, the demonstration will be no sound when the demonstration mode is activated. • You cannot cancel demonstration if you purchased is shown ...only) The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE buttons on the receiver. About This Manual The instructions in this manual are not available. Any difference in operation is not available. For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only) ...
...the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. The next time you turn the receiver on, the demonstration will be no sound when the demonstration mode is activated. • You cannot cancel demonstration if you purchased is shown ...only) The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE buttons on the receiver. About This Manual The instructions in this manual are not available. Any difference in operation is not available. For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only) ...
Operating Instructions
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... FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SUB MD/ TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER * The shape... of the connector varies depending on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver...
... FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN SUB MD/ TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 WOOFER * The shape... of the connector varies depending on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver...
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...both the audio and video output jacks to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack 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 receiver as shown... above. Hooking Up the Components Ç Ç Video component hookups DVD or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO...
...both the audio and video output jacks to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack 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 receiver as shown... above. Hooking Up the Components Ç Ç Video component hookups DVD or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 IN ANTENNA AM MONITOR DVD/LD IN COAXIAL FM 75Ω COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT L CENTER R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER MULTI CH IN AUDIO OUT L R IN CD OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO...
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... B OUTPUT VIDEO OUT DVD or LD player (etc.)* AUDIO OUT L R * Make either an optical or coaxial digital signal. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1... of a movie theater into your home. Digital component hookups Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB
... B OUTPUT VIDEO OUT DVD or LD player (etc.)* AUDIO OUT L R * Make either an optical or coaxial digital signal. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are compatible with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1... of a movie theater into your home. Digital component hookups Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver's digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of optical connections. 10GB
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.... Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player...
.... Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player...
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Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver (page 13). If not, use a screwdriver to set to the local power supply voltage. VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 240V 220V AC power cord b... your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set the selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Other hookups SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER FRONT R L R L R L Setting the voltage selector If your audio/ video components ...
Connect the AC power cord(s) of this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver (page 13). If not, use a screwdriver to set to the local power supply voltage. VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 240V 220V AC power cord b... your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set the selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Other hookups SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 - 16Ω SURROUND R L CENTER FRONT R L R L R L Setting the voltage selector If your audio/ video components ...
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...specified the time. To resume audio recording from a video tape or laser disc. After pressing SLEEP, specify the time you want using the MENU / or MENU +/- Adjustments using the receiver. The setting is output from the REC OUT jacks (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only). See the operating ...3 until you want to be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. Analog recording is on the receiver. Using the Sleep Timer You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from the original medium, select the...
...specified the time. To resume audio recording from a video tape or laser disc. After pressing SLEEP, specify the time you want using the MENU / or MENU +/- Adjustments using the receiver. The setting is output from the REC OUT jacks (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only). See the operating ...3 until you want to be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. Analog recording is on the receiver. Using the Sleep Timer You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from the original medium, select the...
Operating Instructions
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... DISC D.TUNING /11 /10 /12 JUMP - Operations Using the Remote RM-PP506 For STR-DE585 area code CA only You can use the remote RM-PP506 to operate the components in...with the + and - VOL + n N MUTING X D. SKIP/ P IN P CH/PRESET x AUTO DEC SOUND FIELD MODE 2CH PRESET AV TEST DISPLAY TONE NIGHT MODE EQ/ MULTI/2CH TONE A. Notes • Do not ... MONITOR AV1 1 AV2 2 3RD 3 2ND ROOM (SOURCE) TV/VIDEO INPUT MODE 456 SEARCH AUDIO MODE SPLIT 789 WIDE CLEAR - /- - Turns the receiver on the receiver. SUB CH + POSITION SWAP m M.> - DIRECT TITLE/ GUIDE AV...
... DISC D.TUNING /11 /10 /12 JUMP - Operations Using the Remote RM-PP506 For STR-DE585 area code CA only You can use the remote RM-PP506 to operate the components in...with the + and - VOL + n N MUTING X D. SKIP/ P IN P CH/PRESET x AUTO DEC SOUND FIELD MODE 2CH PRESET AV TEST DISPLAY TONE NIGHT MODE EQ/ MULTI/2CH TONE A. Notes • Do not ... MONITOR AV1 1 AV2 2 3RD 3 2ND ROOM (SOURCE) TV/VIDEO INPUT MODE 456 SEARCH AUDIO MODE SPLIT 789 WIDE CLEAR - /- - Turns the receiver on the receiver. SUB CH + POSITION SWAP m M.> - DIRECT TITLE/ GUIDE AV...
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... mode. Selects preset sound field (e.g. EQ/TONE Receiver EQ ON/OFF. MULTI/ 2CH A. Adjusts the master volume of the receiver on or VCD player/ off the receiver and STANDBY TV/VCR/ other Sony audio/video (Press Satellite tuner/ components. LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck SYSTEM Receiver/ Turns off . To listen to output test tone. To...
... mode. Selects preset sound field (e.g. EQ/TONE Receiver EQ ON/OFF. MULTI/ 2CH A. Adjusts the master volume of the receiver on or VCD player/ off the receiver and STANDBY TV/VCR/ other Sony audio/video (Press Satellite tuner/ components. LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck SYSTEM Receiver/ Turns off . To listen to output test tone. To...
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...TV Toggles between the previous and the current channels. Selects the mode of the receiver and the remote is intended to serve as an example only. SUB TV CH...the large picture. Use to restore original category. TV/ VIDEO TV/VCR Selects input signal: TV input or video input. -/-- POSITION* TV Changes the position of the remote...AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE functions are not available for Sony TVs with PAUSE) P IN P* Operations TV TV USE MODE AV 1 Remote Remote AV 2 3RD 2ND ROOM SOURCE Remote Function Mutes the sound...
...TV Toggles between the previous and the current channels. Selects the mode of the receiver and the remote is intended to serve as an example only. SUB TV CH...the large picture. Use to restore original category. TV/ VIDEO TV/VCR Selects input signal: TV input or video input. -/-- POSITION* TV Changes the position of the remote...AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE functions are not available for Sony TVs with PAUSE) P IN P* Operations TV TV USE MODE AV 1 Remote Remote AV 2 3RD 2ND ROOM SOURCE Remote Function Mutes the sound...
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... Sony audio/video (Press AV tuner/ components ?/1 and CD player/ ?/1 at VCD player/ the same LD player/ time) DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck 0-9 Receiver Use with "SHIFT" button to preset stations. Mutes the sound from the receiver. Remote button description (continued) Remote Operations Button VIDEO 1 Receiver VIDEO 2 Receiver DVD/LD Receiver MD/TAPE Receiver CD Receiver TUNER Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver A.DEC Receiver...
... Sony audio/video (Press AV tuner/ components ?/1 and CD player/ ?/1 at VCD player/ the same LD player/ time) DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck 0-9 Receiver Use with "SHIFT" button to preset stations. Mutes the sound from the receiver. Remote button description (continued) Remote Operations Button VIDEO 1 Receiver VIDEO 2 Receiver DVD/LD Receiver MD/TAPE Receiver CD Receiver TUNER Receiver SHIFT Receiver D.TUNING Receiver A.DEC Receiver...
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...signal strength of area code CEL, CEK only. The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE on the remote are not available • For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only) The MULTI CH button on the remote is...tuned to an FM RDS station. • Select a stronger FM station. Clearing the receiver's memory To clear All memorized settings See page 15 Customized sound fields page 27 Additional Information 51GB Outdoor FM antenna Receiver ANTENNA AM FM 75Ω COAXIAL Ground wire (not supplied) To ground Radio stations...
...signal strength of area code CEL, CEK only. The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE on the remote are not available • For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only) The MULTI CH button on the remote is...tuned to an FM RDS station. • Select a stronger FM station. Clearing the receiver's memory To clear All memorized settings See page 15 Customized sound fields page 27 Additional Information 51GB Outdoor FM antenna Receiver ANTENNA AM FM 75Ω COAXIAL Ground wire (not supplied) To ground Radio stations...