Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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..., new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for all labor charges. 2. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception problems. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, ...two (2) year from state to service the Product. 4-557-173-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. ...
..., new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for all labor charges. 2. This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception problems. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, ...two (2) year from state to service the Product. 4-557-173-02 General Stereo/Hifi Components/Tape Decks ® CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems Hifi Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product is determined to be presented to obtain warranty service. ...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... 42 Recording 42 Using the Sleep Timer 43 Adjustment Using the SET UP Button 44 Additional Information 45 Troubleshooting 45 Specifications 47 Glossary 49 Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, BASS/TREBLE, and SET UP buttons 50 Remote Button Descriptions (STR-DE445 only) 51 Index 54 3 This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS...
... 42 Recording 42 Using the Sleep Timer 43 Adjustment Using the SET UP Button 44 Additional Information 45 Troubleshooting 45 Specifications 47 Glossary 49 Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, BASS/TREBLE, and SET UP buttons 50 Remote Button Descriptions (STR-DE445 only) 51 Index 54 3 This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Note When making digital audio connections to a DVD player, connect to set.... It is set INPUT MODE (3 on the receiver are required. ...STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only. Yellow (video) Yellow (video) White (L/audio) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio) Note The optical and coaxial digital input jacks on page 23) manually. You must first convert the RF signal to "AUTO." 8 The receiver... 120V 60Hz * When making connections as the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME ...
...FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Note When making digital audio connections to a DVD player, connect to set.... It is set INPUT MODE (3 on the receiver are required. ...STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only. Yellow (video) Yellow (video) White (L/audio) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio) Note The optical and coaxial digital input jacks on page 23) manually. You must first convert the RF signal to "AUTO." 8 The receiver... 120V 60Hz * When making connections as the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME ...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - Front Speaker (L) Front Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L) Rear...center speaker) and a sub woofer. FM 75Ω COAXIAL AM DIGITAL IN TV/SAT DVD/LD MONITOR CTRL A1 I I - TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE SPEAKERS REAR/...player or multichannel decoder. Alternatively, the 5.1CH INPUT jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to the instruction manual supplied with 5.1CH INPUT jacks. F. D. 2CH MODE I VIDEO ...
... MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - Front Speaker (L) Front Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L) Rear...center speaker) and a sub woofer. FM 75Ω COAXIAL AM DIGITAL IN TV/SAT DVD/LD MONITOR CTRL A1 I I - TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE SPEAKERS REAR/...player or multichannel decoder. Alternatively, the 5.1CH INPUT jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to the instruction manual supplied with 5.1CH INPUT jacks. F. D. 2CH MODE I VIDEO ...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...can listen to stereo sources in surround sound. Refer to the separate manual "CONTROL-A1 Control System" and the operating instructions supplied with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to "CD 1" and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver. Caution Make ...set the command mode to "CD 2" and connect the changer to the VIDEO IN jacks on the receiver. This may cause a malfunction. • If you have a Sony CD changer with your audio/video components to a wall outlet. Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of this outlet. (STR-DE545 and STR...
...can listen to stereo sources in surround sound. Refer to the separate manual "CONTROL-A1 Control System" and the operating instructions supplied with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to "CD 1" and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver. Caution Make ...set the command mode to "CD 2" and connect the changer to the VIDEO IN jacks on the receiver. This may cause a malfunction. • If you have a Sony CD changer with your audio/video components to a wall outlet. Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of this outlet. (STR-DE545 and STR...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... buttons and control used to set up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each parameter. 12 LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - TUNING + SHIFT - Jog dial: Use to select parameters after pressing the SET UP button. TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST...
... buttons and control used to set up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each parameter. 12 LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - TUNING + SHIFT - Jog dial: Use to select parameters after pressing the SET UP button. TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker System Hookup Required cords Speaker cords (not supplied) One for each front, rear, and center speaker (+) (-) Monaural audio cord (not supplied) One for an active woofer Black (+) (-) Black **IMPEDANCE SELECTOR } Front speaker (R) * FRONT SPEAKERS B }] Front speaker (L) FM...low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to the receiver. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the ...ohm) SPEAKERS CENTER terminals Active sub woofer SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack * STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only. ** See "Speaker impedance" on the components: + to...
...Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker System Hookup Required cords Speaker cords (not supplied) One for each front, rear, and center speaker (+) (-) Monaural audio cord (not supplied) One for an active woofer Black (+) (-) Black **IMPEDANCE SELECTOR } Front speaker (R) * FRONT SPEAKERS B }] Front speaker (L) FM...low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to the receiver. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the ...ohm) SPEAKERS CENTER terminals Active sub woofer SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT jack * STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only. ** See "Speaker impedance" on the components: + to...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... whose name is usually printed on a label on the receiver, the volume remains at the level you turn down the volume before you want to excessive removal of insulation. Speaker impedance (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only) Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as indicated in...or a test tone is output from a speaker other due to select both sets (A+B) of front speakers (see page 19. For details on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. When you turn off the receiver. 14 To prevent this happens, check the speaker connection again. Check the instruction...
... whose name is usually printed on a label on the receiver, the volume remains at the level you turn down the volume before you want to excessive removal of insulation. Speaker impedance (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only) Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as indicated in...or a test tone is output from a speaker other due to select both sets (A+B) of front speakers (see page 19. For details on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. When you turn off the receiver. 14 To prevent this happens, check the speaker connection again. Check the instruction...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Performing initial setup operations Before you use your receiver for the first time, use your receiver for the first time or when you use the SET UP button to adjust settings to correspond to their factory settings. •... The sound field memorized for four seconds. Before turning on the receiver Make sure that you turn the power on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR...
... + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Performing initial setup operations Before you use your receiver for the first time, use your receiver for the first time or when you use the SET UP button to adjust settings to correspond to their factory settings. •... The sound field memorized for four seconds. Before turning on the receiver Make sure that you turn the power on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... the receiver. 2 Press SET UP. 3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to "SMALL" (unless previously set all speakers should be placed from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to select the setting you choose MICRO SP, the speaker size and the sub woofer selection has been configurated as mentioned below. x Front speaker size ( L R ) Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445) SMALL (STR-SE501...
... the receiver. 2 Press SET UP. 3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to "SMALL" (unless previously set all speakers should be placed from 3 to 40 feet (1.0 to select the setting you choose MICRO SP, the speaker size and the sub woofer selection has been configurated as mentioned below. x Front speaker size ( L R ) Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445) SMALL (STR-SE501...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes *1 NORMAL *2 PHANTOM *3 3 STEREO z About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL) Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for proper implementation of the center channel will be output from that speaker, set all speakers to "NO". 17 On the other hand, if you feel ... sound, select "SMALL" to output the bass frequencies from the front speakers.*2 p Rear speaker size ( LS RS ) Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445) SMALL (STR-SE501) • If you connect a large speaker that channel. To adjust the bass/treble, see page 35.
... correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic modes *1 NORMAL *2 PHANTOM *3 3 STEREO z About speaker sizes (LARGE and SMALL) Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for proper implementation of the center channel will be output from that speaker, set all speakers to "NO". 17 On the other hand, if you feel ... sound, select "SMALL" to output the bass frequencies from the front speakers.*2 p Rear speaker size ( LS RS ) Initial setting : LARGE (STR-DE545/DE445) SMALL (STR-SE501) • If you connect a large speaker that channel. To adjust the bass/treble, see page 35.
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to your listening position (B on your listening environment. x Rear speaker distance (REAR) Initial setting : 11 feet Set the distance from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 16) to a distance 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer... "VIRTUAL" sound fields. B B 60 A A 30 * These parameters are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the center speaker. • Center speaker distance can be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent...
... speaker distance parameter and speaker level adjustments to your listening position (B on your listening environment. x Rear speaker distance (REAR) Initial setting : 11 feet Set the distance from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 16) to a distance 5 feet (1.5 meters) closer... "VIRTUAL" sound fields. B B 60 A A 30 * These parameters are not placed an equal distance from your listening position, set the distance to the center speaker. • Center speaker distance can be located behind the listening position, but presentation remains fairly consistent...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...15 feet (4.5 meters) closer. Use +/- Note The test tone cannot be set the center speaker farther away than the front speakers. Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System z About speaker distances This receiver allows you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the rear speakers are in...z You can adjust the volume level of distance. on the remote. 19 And they can not be output when the receiver is farther away. For example, setting the center speaker distance 3~6 feet (1~2 m) closer than the actual speaker position will sound like it a try! Please note ...
...15 feet (4.5 meters) closer. Use +/- Note The test tone cannot be set the center speaker farther away than the front speakers. Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System z About speaker distances This receiver allows you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the rear speakers are in...z You can adjust the volume level of distance. on the remote. 19 And they can not be output when the receiver is farther away. For example, setting the center speaker distance 3~6 feet (1~2 m) closer than the actual speaker position will sound like it a try! Please note ...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...front speakers (see "7 SPEAKERS selector" on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only) , Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set to VOL MIN by turning the MASTER VOLUME. , Check that all of your components to the receiver, do not obtain normal sound output after performing this section and... the reason in the following to verify that you make some adjustments while playing your listening position using the test tone. TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE BASS MUTING BOOST TONE 1 Press ?/1 to turn up the volume. This is likely to produce better results. If you will notice...
...front speakers (see "7 SPEAKERS selector" on page 23). (STR-DE545 and STR-SE501 only) , Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set to VOL MIN by turning the MASTER VOLUME. , Check that all of your components to the receiver, do not obtain normal sound output after performing this section and... the reason in the following to verify that you make some adjustments while playing your listening position using the test tone. TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE BASS MUTING BOOST TONE 1 Press ?/1 to turn up the volume. This is likely to produce better results. If you will notice...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...outputting any sound. If both channels are output from the headphones (see "Troubleshooting" on both the receiver and the component. Check the connection of headphones to the PHONES jack and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to verify that sound is output from the headphones, the front speaker may... not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are ) fully inserted into the jacks on page 23). Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System There's no sound from a specific component. , Check that the...
...outputting any sound. If both channels are output from the headphones (see "Troubleshooting" on both the receiver and the component. Check the connection of headphones to the PHONES jack and set the SPEAKERS selector to OFF to verify that sound is output from the headphones, the front speaker may... not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are ) fully inserted into the jacks on page 23). Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System There's no sound from a specific component. , Check that the...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... selected and play the program source. • After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD player, turn the receiver on and off. 2 Function buttons Press one of the buttons and controls on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you want to select the component you selected. 22
... selected and play the program source. • After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD player, turn the receiver on and off. 2 Function buttons Press one of the buttons and controls on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you want to select the component you selected. 22
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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... adjust the volume. 6 MUTING button Press to select both digital and analog connections. Each press switches the input mode of front speakers. STR-DE445 only Press SPEAKERS button to digital signals when there are no digital signals, analog is selected DIGITAL (OPTICAL) Specify the digital audio signals ...indicator lights up when the sound is selected, press SET UP (ws) and then press the cursor buttons (w;) repeatedly to drive. IN" (see page 44 for your digital components (DVD/LD and TV/SAT). TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Location of Parts and ...
... adjust the volume. 6 MUTING button Press to select both digital and analog connections. Each press switches the input mode of front speakers. STR-DE445 only Press SPEAKERS button to digital signals when there are no digital signals, analog is selected DIGITAL (OPTICAL) Specify the digital audio signals ...indicator lights up when the sound is selected, press SET UP (ws) and then press the cursor buttons (w;) repeatedly to drive. IN" (see page 44 for your digital components (DVD/LD and TV/SAT). TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE MUTING BASS BOOST TONE Location of Parts and ...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT 5.1CH INPUT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. TUNING + SHIFT - TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE BASS MUTING BOOST TONE Location of the component or the preset station* v FUNCTION button indication or frequency** v Sound field applied to the program ...the front (left and right) speakers. A/B/C buttons Press to automatically detect the type of the front speakers. LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have assigned one to output sound from...
...VIDEO DVD/LD TV/SAT 5.1CH INPUT MD/TAPE CD TUNER AUX CINEMA STUDIO A B C SOUND FIELD A. TUNING + SHIFT - TUNING + MEMORY FM/AM FM MODE BASS MUTING BOOST TONE Location of the component or the preset station* v FUNCTION button indication or frequency** v Sound field applied to the program ...the front (left and right) speakers. A/B/C buttons Press to automatically detect the type of the front speakers. LEVEL SUR BASS/ TREBLE i + SET UP NAME ENTER BASS BOOST TONE MASTER VOLUME PRESET - Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have assigned one to output sound from...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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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 enter individual characters for preset stations and program sources (page 42). ... speaker sizes, the rear speaker position, and whether or not you are using the jog dial (wa). When you select You can then make various settings using a sub woofer. (page 16) Speaker Distance Specify the front, center, and rear speaker distances. (page 18) 5.1CH video input Specify the video input to...
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 enter individual characters for preset stations and program sources (page 42). ... speaker sizes, the rear speaker position, and whether or not you are using the jog dial (wa). When you select You can then make various settings using a sub woofer. (page 16) Speaker Distance Specify the front, center, and rear speaker distances. (page 18) 5.1CH video input Specify the video input to...
Operating Instructions (Receiver)
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...the source signal to enjoy surround sound. The cinema sound modes are designed for use with two-channel sources like CD and stereo broadcasts of surround sound simply by changing the various surround parameters. The "Auto Format Decoding" sound mode presents the sound ... movie theaters. Enjoying Surround Sound This chapter describes how to set the speaker parameters before enjoying surround sound. You can take advantage of sports programs or musical concerts. The receiver contains a variety of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal processing technology. For more information ...
...the source signal to enjoy surround sound. The cinema sound modes are designed for use with two-channel sources like CD and stereo broadcasts of surround sound simply by changing the various surround parameters. The "Auto Format Decoding" sound mode presents the sound ... movie theaters. Enjoying Surround Sound This chapter describes how to set the speaker parameters before enjoying surround sound. You can take advantage of sports programs or musical concerts. The receiver contains a variety of the Sony Digital Cinema Sound digital signal processing technology. For more information ...