Operating Instructions
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Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. STR-DE995 STR-DE895 © 2003 Sony Corporation 4-244-963-12(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Model No. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Serial No. STR-DE995 STR-DE895 © 2003 Sony Corporation 4-244-963-12(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Model No. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Operating Instructions
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... 2GB WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with general house waste, dispose of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from that to which can radiate...to the point of the apparatus with liquids, such as practical. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that interference will not occur in a particular installation. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with ...
... 2GB WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with general house waste, dispose of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from that to which can radiate...to the point of the apparatus with liquids, such as practical. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that interference will not occur in a particular installation. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with ...
Operating Instructions
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...field 29 Selecting the surround back decoding mode (SURR BACK DECODING 31 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 33 Customizing sound fields 34 Receiving Broadcasts Direct tuning 37 Automatic tuning 38 Preset tuning 38 Other Operations Naming preset stations and program sources 40 Recording 40 Using the ... Specifications 70 Tables of settings using the MAIN MENU button 73 Adjustable parameters for each sound field 75 1) STR-DE895 models of area code CA only. 2) STR-DE995 models of area code CA only and STR-DE895 models of area code U, E2/E3, MX only. 3) RM-PG412 only...
...field 29 Selecting the surround back decoding mode (SURR BACK DECODING 31 Understanding the multi channel surround displays 33 Customizing sound fields 34 Receiving Broadcasts Direct tuning 37 Automatic tuning 38 Preset tuning 38 Other Operations Naming preset stations and program sources 40 Recording 40 Using the ... Specifications 70 Tables of settings using the MAIN MENU button 73 Adjustable parameters for each sound field 75 1) STR-DE895 models of area code CA only. 2) STR-DE995 models of area code CA only and STR-DE895 models of area code U, E2/E3, MX only. 3) RM-PG412 only...
Operating Instructions
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Check your remote, see the illustration below). Tip The instructions in the text, for example, "STR-DE995 only". About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in this manual describe the controls ... models of area code CA only) The AUX, AAC BI-LING, 12 and ON SCREEN button on the receiver. Note for the supplied remote For RM-PP412 (STR-DE895 models of area code U only) The AAC BI-LING and 12 button on the lower portion of the rear panel (see •...
Check your remote, see the illustration below). Tip The instructions in the text, for example, "STR-DE995 only". About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in this manual describe the controls ... models of area code CA only) The AUX, AAC BI-LING, 12 and ON SCREEN button on the receiver. Note for the supplied remote For RM-PP412 (STR-DE895 models of area code U only) The AAC BI-LING and 12 button on the lower portion of the rear panel (see •...
Operating Instructions
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... 1 2ND ZONE * * The shape of the connector varies depending 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...
... 1 2ND ZONE * * The shape of the connector varies depending 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...
Operating Instructions
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...IN OUT AUDIO AUDIO IN OUT L R VCR C INPUT VIDEO IN TV monitor * For STR-DE995, you make COMPONENT VIDEO connections, nothing is displayed on the on-screen display. • On this receiver can connect the component to the S-video jacks on video component hookups You can display the LEVEL..., SET UP, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE parameters and selected sound field by pressing ON SCREEN. Notes • (STR-DE995 only) If you can connect your ...
...IN OUT AUDIO AUDIO IN OUT L R VCR C INPUT VIDEO IN TV monitor * For STR-DE995, you make COMPONENT VIDEO connections, nothing is displayed on the on-screen display. • On this receiver can connect the component to the S-video jacks on video component hookups You can display the LEVEL..., SET UP, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE parameters and selected sound field by pressing ON SCREEN. Notes • (STR-DE995 only) If you can connect your ...
Operating Instructions
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You will also need two surround back speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995 only) and a surround back speaker for 6.1 channel surround sound. Satellite tuner OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R E B To the VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT ... woofer are required. Hooking Up the Components 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 a movie theater into your home.
You will also need two surround back speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995 only) and a surround back speaker for 6.1 channel surround sound. Satellite tuner OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R E B To the VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT ... woofer are required. Hooking Up the Components 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 a movie theater into your home.
Operating Instructions
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... Digital component hookups (continued) Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver's digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of TV broadcasts, etc. Connect to the receiver's digital output jack. These connections allow you play a Super Audio CD disc on this unit. To record...
... Digital component hookups (continued) Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver's digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of TV broadcasts, etc. Connect to the receiver's digital output jack. These connections allow you play a Super Audio CD disc on this unit. To record...
Operating Instructions
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...IN 1 2ND ZONE A A A* G G L CENTER R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB WOOFER MULTI CH OUT DVD player, Multichannel decoder, etc. * For STR-DE895, use G to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or multi channel decoder. • See page 17... your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for 6.1 channel surround sound. Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player ...
...IN 1 2ND ZONE A A A* G G L CENTER R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB WOOFER MULTI CH OUT DVD player, Multichannel decoder, etc. * For STR-DE895, use G to enjoy the sound of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the DVD player or multi channel decoder. • See page 17... your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for 6.1 channel surround sound. Hooking Up the Components Multi channel input hookups Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is equipped with multi channel input jacks. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player ...
Operating Instructions
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...the operating instructions supplied with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to "CD 1" and connect the changer to a computer, do not operate the receiver while using the "Sony MD Editor" software. Other hookups CONTROL S* I I OUT IN CONTROL A1 I ç ç DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ ... CH IN 2 R R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB WOOFER OUT R MULTI CH IN 1 2ND ZONE R L SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS IMPED * STR-DE995 only. Note If you have a Sony CD changer with your CD changer's COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the...
...the operating instructions supplied with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to "CD 1" and connect the changer to a computer, do not operate the receiver while using the "Sony MD Editor" software. Other hookups CONTROL S* I I OUT IN CONTROL A1 I ç ç DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ ... CH IN 2 R R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB WOOFER OUT R MULTI CH IN 1 2ND ZONE R L SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS IMPED * STR-DE995 only. Note If you have a Sony CD changer with your CD changer's COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the...
Operating Instructions
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This is an original Sony control system. • If you connect the CONTROL S OUT jack on another component to the CTRL S STATUS IN jack on this receiver. 2ND ZONE hookup (STR-DE995 only) You can use the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks to output the audio signals of the selected ... that the voltage selector is useful if you have placed this receiver in another component to a stereo amplifier located in a rack, etc. • If you place the other component away from this receiver. Hooking Up the Components CONTROL S hookup (STR-DE995 only) When making CONTROL S hookups, use a screwdriver to...
This is an original Sony control system. • If you connect the CONTROL S OUT jack on another component to the CTRL S STATUS IN jack on this receiver. 2ND ZONE hookup (STR-DE995 only) You can use the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks to output the audio signals of the selected ... that the voltage selector is useful if you have placed this receiver in another component to a stereo amplifier located in a rack, etc. • If you place the other component away from this receiver. Hooking Up the Components CONTROL S hookup (STR-DE995 only) When making CONTROL S hookups, use a screwdriver to...
Operating Instructions
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...power cord(s) of your audio/ video components to which the receiver is shipped. If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the receiver on the rear panel. Caution Make sure that the total... 17). Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver's AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on or off when you turn the whole system on or off . ...
...power cord(s) of your audio/ video components to which the receiver is shipped. If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component(s), allowing you to turn the receiver on the rear panel. Caution Make sure that the total... 17). Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker system to the receiver's AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on or off when you turn the whole system on or off . ...
Operating Instructions
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... a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other due to check that you turn off the receiver. 18GB Stripped cords are connected correctly. If this , make sure to avoid excessive output on the speakers. For details on the... Speaker system hookups (continued) Notes • Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is currently displayed on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to -. to + and - Examples of poor...
... a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other due to check that you turn off the receiver. 18GB Stripped cords are connected correctly. If this , make sure to avoid excessive output on the speakers. For details on the... Speaker system hookups (continued) Notes • Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cord Stripped speaker cord is currently displayed on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to -. to + and - Examples of poor...
Operating Instructions
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... a while, "MEMORY CLEARED!" "ENTER to Clear" appears in the display for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to their factory settings. • All settings in the SET UP, CUSTOMIZE, LEVEL and EQUALIZER menus. • The sound field memorized for each ...(3 to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) and the surround back speaker up the speakers and turned on pages 73-74. When placing surround speakers to your receiver for the first time, or when you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B), the surround speakers up to 23 feet) from the...
... a while, "MEMORY CLEARED!" "ENTER to Clear" appears in the display for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to their factory settings. • All settings in the SET UP, CUSTOMIZE, LEVEL and EQUALIZER menus. • The sound field memorized for each ...(3 to 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (C) and the surround back speaker up the speakers and turned on pages 73-74. When placing surround speakers to your receiver for the first time, or when you place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B), the surround speakers up to 23 feet) from the...
Operating Instructions
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... to the front speaker distance (A on page 19) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to have a certain amount of directionality, it a try! 22GB Tip The receiver allows you want to output the bass frequencies from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to "SMALL". However, it to the...
... to the front speaker distance (A on page 19) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to have a certain amount of directionality, it a try! 22GB Tip The receiver allows you want to output the bass frequencies from a channel, the bass redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass frequencies to "SMALL". However, it to the...
Operating Instructions
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...and right speakers when "Surround back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R [XXX])" is performed. 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that the level of the test tone sounds the same from the surround back speaker when "Surround back speaker selection...set to "NO". Press MASTER VOL +/- on the remote or turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the receiver. surround back left speaker when "Surround back left ) t Sub woofer * STR-DE995 only. For STR-DE895, you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening...
...and right speakers when "Surround back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R [XXX])" is performed. 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the component that the level of the test tone sounds the same from the surround back speaker when "Surround back speaker selection...set to "NO". Press MASTER VOL +/- on the remote or turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the receiver. surround back left speaker when "Surround back left ) t Sub woofer * STR-DE995 only. For STR-DE895, you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening...
Operating Instructions
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.... Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. AUTO". repeatedly to select "A.F.D. This mode automatically detects the type of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. However, if there are downmixed to 2 channel (stereo) sources using the front left and right speakers only. You can take advantage of...
.... Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. AUTO". repeatedly to select "A.F.D. This mode automatically detects the type of the receiver's preprogrammed sound fields. However, if there are downmixed to 2 channel (stereo) sources using the front left and right speakers only. You can take advantage of...
Operating Instructions
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...Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) and DTS Neo:6 This receiver incorporates with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony's own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop "Digital Cinema Sound". This... preference of old movies or in the display. Software with 2 channel audio signals is ideal for DTS format signals. The receiver can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want to listen to...
...Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (Dolby Pro Logic ) and DTS Neo:6 This receiver incorporates with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony's own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop "Digital Cinema Sound". This... preference of old movies or in the display. Software with 2 channel audio signals is ideal for DTS format signals. The receiver can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want to listen to...
Operating Instructions
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...surround formats are output in the Surround EX format*, you can identify the encoding format of the multi channel input stream. Tips • The receiver lets you listen to CD with "JAZZ CLUB" as the sound field, change to a different program source, then return to select the ...DVD software (etc.) recorded in stereo automatically, and the sound field is only effective when used with a sampling frequency of headphones. When the receiver is selected or when headphones are connected You can select the surround back decoding mode using "SB DEC [XXXXXX]" in the CUSTOMIZE menu (page...
...surround formats are output in the Surround EX format*, you can identify the encoding format of the multi channel input stream. Tips • The receiver lets you listen to CD with "JAZZ CLUB" as the sound field, change to a different program source, then return to select the ...DVD software (etc.) recorded in stereo automatically, and the sound field is only effective when used with a sampling frequency of headphones. When the receiver is selected or when headphones are connected You can select the surround back decoding mode using "SB DEC [XXXXXX]" in the CUSTOMIZE menu (page...
Operating Instructions
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...the PHONES jack. 4 ; Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you select ANALOG DIRECT. qd D.RANGE: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in order to "ANALOG FIXED" (page 25). 7 Tuner indicators: Lights up when dynamic range compression is selected. See page 35 to "NO",...A.DIRECT: Lights up if the center and surround speakers are set to output the center and surround channel signals. DIGITAL" lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital EX format. 5 ; However, both indicators do not light up when you have made digital connections...
...the PHONES jack. 4 ; Note When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you select ANALOG DIRECT. qd D.RANGE: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in order to "ANALOG FIXED" (page 25). 7 Tuner indicators: Lights up when dynamic range compression is selected. See page 35 to "NO",...A.DIRECT: Lights up if the center and surround speakers are set to output the center and surround channel signals. DIGITAL" lights up when the receiver is decoding signals recorded in the Dolby Digital EX format. 5 ; However, both indicators do not light up when you have made digital connections...