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Serial No. Model No. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. STR-DE898 ©2005 Sony Corporation 2-580-791-11(3) FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit.
Serial No. Model No. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. STR-DE898 ©2005 Sony Corporation 2-580-791-11(3) FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit.
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.... ** "DTS", "DTS-ES", "Neo:6" and "DTS 96/24" are clearly indicated in the text, for model STR-DE898. About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is for example, "Models of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 3GB For details on the use the controls on the supplied remote if they... have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. About This Manual • The instructions...
.... ** "DTS", "DTS-ES", "Neo:6" and "DTS 96/24" are clearly indicated in the text, for model STR-DE898. About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased is for example, "Models of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 3GB For details on the use the controls on the supplied remote if they... have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. About This Manual • The instructions...
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...channel decoder through 1c beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up all your components, proceed to this receiver. b) Model with component video (Y, PB/CB/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) input jacks. d) Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. Before you begin, refer to "Connectable components" below for the ... video game, etc. Page 7-8 10-11 7-8 8 or 11 13 7-8 7-8 9 10 12 9 12 12 10 13 a) Model with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc. c) Model equipped only with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc. continued 5GB After hooking up your components Steps 1a through this...
...channel decoder through 1c beginning on page 7 describe how to hook up all your components, proceed to this receiver. b) Model with component video (Y, PB/CB/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) input jacks. d) Model with a MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. Before you begin, refer to "Connectable components" below for the ... video game, etc. Page 7-8 10-11 7-8 8 or 11 13 7-8 7-8 9 10 12 9 12 12 10 13 a) Model with AUDIO OUT L/R jacks, etc. c) Model equipped only with a DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT or DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack, etc. continued 5GB After hooking up your components Steps 1a through this...
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... that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver's AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. The following procedure. "PUSH ENTER" flashes in the display for models of AC outlets vary according to the area code. Do not ...connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to...
... that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver's AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. The following procedure. "PUSH ENTER" flashes in the display for models of AC outlets vary according to the area code. Do not ...connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to...
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...to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position to the closest speaker. * For models of surround sound. If you set the distance to the surround back speaker. However, it is displayed. Give it is not conducive to .... X.X m* (Front speaker distance) Initial setting: 3.0 m (10 ft.) Lets you set the distance from your listening position (D). Tip The receiver lets you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from a distance equal to the front speaker ...
...to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position to the closest speaker. * For models of surround sound. If you set the distance to the surround back speaker. However, it is displayed. Give it is not conducive to .... X.X m* (Front speaker distance) Initial setting: 3.0 m (10 ft.) Lets you set the distance from your listening position (D). Tip The receiver lets you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are not placed an equal distance from a distance equal to the front speaker ...
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... back decoding mode (page 33). button except for VIDEO 3 and TV/SAT, and "DEC. PRI. Note When set to "DEC. PCM". XXXX (Color system) (Models of area code E2/E3, AR only) Lets you use a large LCD or plasma monitor or a projection TV. • This parameter is not valid when...decoding priority) Lets you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D. The setting is entered automatically. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other sound fields, this receiver cannot decode DTS-CD when set to "SMALL" or if the sub woofer is valid only when you specify the input mode for the digital...
... back decoding mode (page 33). button except for VIDEO 3 and TV/SAT, and "DEC. PRI. Note When set to "DEC. PCM". XXXX (Color system) (Models of area code E2/E3, AR only) Lets you use a large LCD or plasma monitor or a projection TV. • This parameter is not valid when...decoding priority) Lets you use a sound field selected with the A.F.D. The setting is entered automatically. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other sound fields, this receiver cannot decode DTS-CD when set to "SMALL" or if the sub woofer is valid only when you specify the input mode for the digital...
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.... Notes • Some functions explained in this case, press TV/VIDEO button to operate the receiver. The indicator flashes once (twice for AV2) , then the command mode switches. at the same time. Therefore, depending on the model. • The above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described. •...
.... Notes • Some functions explained in this case, press TV/VIDEO button to operate the receiver. The indicator flashes once (twice for AV2) , then the command mode switches. at the same time. Therefore, depending on the model. • The above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described. •...
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...your particular component. Notes • The numeric codes are based on the model and year of the component, more than one of the input buttons on... may not be assigned to a component. There is normally unable to control. To control a CD player Maker SONY DENON JVC KENWOOD MAGNAVOX MARANTZ ONKYO PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TECHNICS YAMAHA Code(s) 101, 102, 103 104, 123 105,...maker of the component Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is a chance, however, that a component accepts differs depending on the...
...your particular component. Notes • The numeric codes are based on the model and year of the component, more than one of the input buttons on... may not be assigned to a component. There is normally unable to control. To control a CD player Maker SONY DENON JVC KENWOOD MAGNAVOX MARANTZ ONKYO PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TECHNICS YAMAHA Code(s) 101, 102, 103 104, 123 105,...maker of the component Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is a chance, however, that a component accepts differs depending on the...
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...plug itself has been turned off and unplug the receiver. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this receiver at the qualified service shop. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. never pull the cord. • (Models of area code U, CA only) One blade of... might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Use caution when placing the receiver on the nameplate at the rear of safety and will fit into the outlet, contact your nearest Sony dealer. 56GB On operation Before connecting other for a long time, be sure to the...
...plug itself has been turned off and unplug the receiver. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this receiver at the qualified service shop. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. never pull the cord. • (Models of area code U, CA only) One blade of... might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • Use caution when placing the receiver on the nameplate at the rear of safety and will fit into the outlet, contact your nearest Sony dealer. 56GB On operation Before connecting other for a long time, be sure to the...
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... the source, there may be no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 20 - 20,000 Hz; Amplifier section Power Output Models of area code U, CA Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 100 W + 100 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 110 W + 110 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz,... W/ch SURR BACK2): 110 W/ch (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT2): 140 W/ch CENTER2): 140 W SURR2): 140 W/ch SURR BACK2): 140 W/ch Models of area code E2/E3 Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 90 W + 90 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 100 W + 100 W1) (8 ohms 1...
... the source, there may be no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 20 - 20,000 Hz; Amplifier section Power Output Models of area code U, CA Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 100 W + 100 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 110 W + 110 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz,... W/ch SURR BACK2): 110 W/ch (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT2): 140 W/ch CENTER2): 140 W SURR2): 140 W/ch SURR BACK2): 140 W/ch Models of area code E2/E3 Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 90 W + 90 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 100 W + 100 W1) (8 ohms 1...
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... FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms Stereo:...Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz - 15 kHz, +0.5/-2 dB Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz AM tuner section Tuning range Models...can change the tuning scale. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Additional Information Frequency response PHONO MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, TV/SAT,...
... FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms Stereo:...Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz - 15 kHz, +0.5/-2 dB Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz AM tuner section Tuning range Models...can change the tuning scale. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Additional Information Frequency response PHONO MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, TV/SAT,...
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...Power consumption Area code U, E2/E3 CA AR Power consumption 300 W 410 VA 270 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.3 W AC outlets (Except for models of area code AR) Area code U, CA AC outlets 2 switched, 120 W/1A MAX E2/E3 1 switched, 100 W MAX Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430...(16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 14 5/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 10.5 kg (23 lb 3 oz) Supplied accessories FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAL001 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) For details on the area code of the component you are subject...
...Power consumption Area code U, E2/E3 CA AR Power consumption 300 W 410 VA 270 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.3 W AC outlets (Except for models of area code AR) Area code U, CA AC outlets 2 switched, 120 W/1A MAX E2/E3 1 switched, 100 W MAX Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 430...(16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 14 5/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 10.5 kg (23 lb 3 oz) Supplied accessories FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-AAL001 (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) For details on the area code of the component you are subject...