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... Components Required cords 7 Antenna hookups 8 Audio component hookups 9 Video component hookups 10 Digital component hookups 11 Multi channel input hookups 13 Other hookups 14 Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups 17 Performing initial setup operations ..... 19 Multi channel surround setup 19 Checking the connections 24 Basic Operations Selecting the component 25 Listening to the sound in another room ... 27 Changing the display 27 Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 28 Enjoying higher fidelity sound 28 Selecting...
... Components Required cords 7 Antenna hookups 8 Audio component hookups 9 Video component hookups 10 Digital component hookups 11 Multi channel input hookups 13 Other hookups 14 Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups 17 Performing initial setup operations ..... 19 Multi channel surround setup 19 Checking the connections 24 Basic Operations Selecting the component 25 Listening to the sound in another room ... 27 Changing the display 27 Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo 28 Enjoying higher fidelity sound 28 Selecting...
Operating Instructions
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... to the audio from the video signals and will not be connected via an S-video jack. Video component hookups Satellite tuner OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DVD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B COMPONENT VIDEO H To the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ TAPE IN MD/ TAPE OUT CD/ SACD IN DVD IN COAXIAL L ANTENNA CTRL S CTRL S STATUS STATUS OUT IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT IN OUT Y P B/B-Y L - CENTER CENTER L IN R IN OUT R IN PHONO CD/SACD MD/TAPE FRONT R SURROUND SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN...
... to the audio from the video signals and will not be connected via an S-video jack. Video component hookups Satellite tuner OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B DVD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT B COMPONENT VIDEO H To the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ TAPE IN MD/ TAPE OUT CD/ SACD IN DVD IN COAXIAL L ANTENNA CTRL S CTRL S STATUS STATUS OUT IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT IN OUT Y P B/B-Y L - CENTER CENTER L IN R IN OUT R IN PHONO CD/SACD MD/TAPE FRONT R SURROUND SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN...
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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. Satellite tuner OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R E B To the VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT and VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ TAPE IN MD/ TAPE OUT CD/ SACD IN DVD IN COAXIAL L ANTENNA CTRL S CTRL S STATUS STATUS OUT IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT IN AM VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO...
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. Satellite tuner OUTPUT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT L R E B To the VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT and VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks DIGITAL (ASSIGNABLE) OPTICAL TV/SAT IN MD/ TAPE IN MD/ TAPE OUT CD/ SACD IN DVD IN COAXIAL L ANTENNA CTRL S CTRL S STATUS STATUS OUT IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT IN AM VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO...
Operating Instructions
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... jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to the operating instructions supplied with multi channel input jacks. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound (5.1 channel), five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. If your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on speaker system hookup. Notes • When using the connections described below, adjust the level of the DVD player's multi channel decoder. You will also need two surround back speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995...
... jacks can connect them directly to the receiver to the operating instructions supplied with multi channel input jacks. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound (5.1 channel), five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. If your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on speaker system hookup. Notes • When using the connections described below, adjust the level of the DVD player's multi channel decoder. You will also need two surround back speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995...
Operating Instructions
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... ends of insulation. After connecting all the speakers are touching the rear panel of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). Speaker system hookups (continued) Notes • Twist the stripped ends of the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Make sure that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that you turn down the volume before you use speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to -.
... ends of insulation. After connecting all the speakers are touching the rear panel of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). Speaker system hookups (continued) Notes • Twist the stripped ends of the receiver. To avoid damaging your speakers Make sure that all the components, speakers, and AC power cord, output a test tone to check that you turn down the volume before you use speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to -.
Operating Instructions
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... receiver's memory Before using your receiver for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to your receiver for INPUT SELECTOR and preset stations. • The master volume is set up the speakers and turned on the power, clear the receiver's memory. When placing surround speakers to their factory settings. • All settings in the SET UP, CUSTOMIZE, LEVEL and EQUALIZER menus. • The sound field memorized for each INPUT SELECTOR and preset station. • All sound...
... receiver's memory Before using your receiver for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver correspond to your receiver for INPUT SELECTOR and preset stations. • The master volume is set up the speakers and turned on the power, clear the receiver's memory. When placing surround speakers to their factory settings. • All settings in the SET UP, CUSTOMIZE, LEVEL and EQUALIZER menus. • The sound field memorized for each INPUT SELECTOR and preset station. • All sound...
Operating Instructions
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... player or tape deck). 3 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. Note The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at the same time. For details on the component that you do the following to verify that the level of the test tone sounds the same from the surround back speaker when "Surround back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])" is performed. 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the LEVEL menu, see "Troubleshooting" on the remote...
... player or tape deck). 3 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the component (program source). 4 Start playing. Note The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at the same time. For details on the component that you do the following to verify that the level of the test tone sounds the same from the surround back speaker when "Surround back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])" is performed. 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn on the receiver. 2 Turn on the LEVEL menu, see "Troubleshooting" on the remote...
Operating Instructions
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... or DVD player, turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you want to digital signals when there are no digital signals, analog is input, the equalizer, sound field and effect level do not function. If there are both digital and analog connections. Select AUTO 2CH COAX FIXED OPT FIXED ANALOG FIXED To Give priority to use. Specify the digital audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. Specify the analog audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks. Each time you press the button, the input mode...
... or DVD player, turn on the TV and set the TV's video input to match the component you want to digital signals when there are no digital signals, analog is input, the equalizer, sound field and effect level do not function. If there are both digital and analog connections. Select AUTO 2CH COAX FIXED OPT FIXED ANALOG FIXED To Give priority to use. Specify the digital audio signals input to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks. Specify the analog audio signals input to the DIGITAL OPTICAL input jacks. Each time you press the button, the input mode...
Operating Instructions
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... light up when the unit is suitable for enjoying high quality analog source. Only volume control and the front speaker balance can adjust balance and level of the multi channels are output from the speakers connected to turn the volume up in a multi channel format. Select MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT ANALOG DIRECT To Enjoy the audio source connected to cancel the muting function. Press again to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks. PHONES Use to output the sound from the headphones. This mode is decoding signals...
... light up when the unit is suitable for enjoying high quality analog source. Only volume control and the front speaker balance can adjust balance and level of the multi channels are output from the speakers connected to turn the volume up in a multi channel format. Select MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT ANALOG DIRECT To Enjoy the audio source connected to cancel the muting function. Press again to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks. PHONES Use to output the sound from the headphones. This mode is decoding signals...
Operating Instructions
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... generate a low frequency signal for your home. reverberation). Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of you want by selecting one of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Press 2CH. To listen to select the decoding mode you speakers. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. AUTO". Enjoying higher fidelity sound The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows...
... generate a low frequency signal for your home. reverberation). Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of you want by selecting one of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) Press 2CH. To listen to select the decoding mode you speakers. repeatedly to select "A.F.D. AUTO". Enjoying higher fidelity sound The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows...
Operating Instructions
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... (Front/Surround): 3/2 Output channel: Surround speakers absent Sound Field: A.F.D. qk SW: Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel. Once you customize a sound field. Certain setup parameters may turn off) during playback. Since the LFE signal is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. 34GB See the tables on the sound field. This means that the selected parameter is not recorded in "Multi channel surround setup" starting from the SUB WOOFER jacks...
... (Front/Surround): 3/2 Output channel: Surround speakers absent Sound Field: A.F.D. qk SW: Lights up when the disc being played back contains the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel. Once you customize a sound field. Certain setup parameters may turn off) during playback. Since the LFE signal is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable. 34GB See the tables on the sound field. This means that the selected parameter is not recorded in "Multi channel surround setup" starting from the SUB WOOFER jacks...
Operating Instructions
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... audio from the original medium, select the video source again. The remaining time appears in the display. 41GB Other Operations Notes • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. • The analog audio signals of the current input source is output from the REC OUT jacks. • When MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT is selected, the analog audio signals of the current input source is output from DIGITAL OUT jacks (MD/TAPE OPTICAL OUT) when you set the receiver to turn...
... audio from the original medium, select the video source again. The remaining time appears in the display. 41GB Other Operations Notes • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. • The analog audio signals of the current input source is output from the REC OUT jacks. • When MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT is selected, the analog audio signals of the current input source is output from DIGITAL OUT jacks (MD/TAPE OPTICAL OUT) when you set the receiver to turn...
Operating Instructions
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...]) (STR-DE995 only) Lets you adjust the position of the receiver This function is useful when you use the remote to operate the receiver. Digital inputs (assignable) DVD COAXIAL TV/SAT OPTICAL MD/TAPE OPTICAL CD/SACD OPTICAL VIDEO 3 OPTICAL INPUT SELECTOR that can make the following digital assignment. Changing the command mode of the on -screen display vertically. Notes • The initial setting for the command mode of the supplied remote is "AV2". • If the command mode of the on -screen display...
...]) (STR-DE995 only) Lets you adjust the position of the receiver This function is useful when you use the remote to operate the receiver. Digital inputs (assignable) DVD COAXIAL TV/SAT OPTICAL MD/TAPE OPTICAL CD/SACD OPTICAL VIDEO 3 OPTICAL INPUT SELECTOR that can make the following digital assignment. Changing the command mode of the on -screen display vertically. Notes • The initial setting for the command mode of the supplied remote is "AV2". • If the command mode of the on -screen display...
Operating Instructions
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... function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. In this case, refer to pause mode (make connections between the selected source and recorder components. 1 Set the function selector on , even if all of the connected components. Notes • You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier (receiver) using monaural miniplug cords, the function selector on . Jacks and connection examples CONTROL A1 CONTROL A1 CD player MD deck On CONTROL...
... function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. In this case, refer to pause mode (make connections between the selected source and recorder components. 1 Set the function selector on , even if all of the connected components. Notes • You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier (receiver) using monaural miniplug cords, the function selector on . Jacks and connection examples CONTROL A1 CONTROL A1 CD player MD deck On CONTROL...
Operating Instructions
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...Mutes the sound from the receiver. B/b Receiver Makes adjustment or change the setting. MAIN MENU Receiver Press this button repeatedly to output test tone. ON Receiver SCREEN To display the menus of the four cursor modes: SET UP, LEVEL, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE. SYSTEM Receiver/ Turns off . To listen to radio programs. To listen to compact disc. Adjusts the master volume of Dolby Digital, DTS or AAC, etc. To listen to turntable. Selects MULTI CH IN source. Selects A.F.D. Selects 2CH ANALOG DIRECT. Remote Button Operations Function SHIFT Receiver Press repeatedly...
...Mutes the sound from the receiver. B/b Receiver Makes adjustment or change the setting. MAIN MENU Receiver Press this button repeatedly to output test tone. ON Receiver SCREEN To display the menus of the four cursor modes: SET UP, LEVEL, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE. SYSTEM Receiver/ Turns off . To listen to radio programs. To listen to compact disc. Adjusts the master volume of Dolby Digital, DTS or AAC, etc. To listen to turntable. Selects MULTI CH IN source. Selects A.F.D. Selects 2CH ANALOG DIRECT. Remote Button Operations Function SHIFT Receiver Press repeatedly...
Operating Instructions
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... Adjusts the master volume of the receiver on the TV screen. 58GB Remote Button Operations Function AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck Turns the audio and video components on or off the receiver STANDBY TV/VCR/ and other Sony audio/ (Press Satellite tuner/ video components. AV ?/1 CD player/ and ?/1 VCD player/ at the LD player/ same time) DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck 1-9 and 0/10 Receiver Use with "SHIFT" button to preset radio station or tuning to Multiplex, Bilingual or Multi channel TV Sound. TV/VCR/ Select channel...
... Adjusts the master volume of the receiver on the TV screen. 58GB Remote Button Operations Function AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck Turns the audio and video components on or off the receiver STANDBY TV/VCR/ and other Sony audio/ (Press Satellite tuner/ video components. AV ?/1 CD player/ and ?/1 VCD player/ at the LD player/ same time) DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck 1-9 and 0/10 Receiver Use with "SHIFT" button to preset radio station or tuning to Multiplex, Bilingual or Multi channel TV Sound. TV/VCR/ Select channel...
Operating Instructions
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... MUSIC). There is no sound from the active sub woofer. • Check that INPUT MODE is connected). • The plugs and jacks are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust balance parameters in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the front speakers. Check that the speakers and components are dirty. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. Connect...
... MUSIC). There is no sound from the active sub woofer. • Check that INPUT MODE is connected). • The plugs and jacks are connected correctly and securely. • Adjust balance parameters in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the front speakers. Check that the speakers and components are dirty. The surround effect cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. Connect...
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... TV screen or monitor. • Select the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. • Move your nearest Sony dealer. However, note that all settings on the receiver. Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to a gas pipe. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. • The signal strength of the receiver and the remote is poor. The FM reception...
... TV screen or monitor. • Select the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR on the receiver. • Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. • Move your nearest Sony dealer. However, note that all settings on the receiver. Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to a gas pipe. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. • The signal strength of the receiver and the remote is poor. The FM reception...
Marketing Specifications
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... Menu System for Simplicity • On-screen display for A and B Speaker Connections (Front "A", Front "B", Center, Rear) • Control S Input x 1/Output x 1 S Front S-Video, Composite A/V and Optical Inputs S 5.1 and 7.1 Multi-Channel Analog Inputs S Multi-Room Audio Output with Cinema Studio EX modes • Station Presets: 30 Total • Analog Direct • Circuit Device (Discrete) • Sound Field Link • Sound Field Modes (Movie/Music/AFD/2 Channel):Movie: 3 Modes; STR-DE995/B STR-DE995/S Receiver Key Features S 7 Channel Power Rating: 110W Per Channel x 7 (8 ohms...
... Menu System for Simplicity • On-screen display for A and B Speaker Connections (Front "A", Front "B", Center, Rear) • Control S Input x 1/Output x 1 S Front S-Video, Composite A/V and Optical Inputs S 5.1 and 7.1 Multi-Channel Analog Inputs S Multi-Room Audio Output with Cinema Studio EX modes • Station Presets: 30 Total • Analog Direct • Circuit Device (Discrete) • Sound Field Link • Sound Field Modes (Movie/Music/AFD/2 Channel):Movie: 3 Modes; STR-DE995/B STR-DE995/S Receiver Key Features S 7 Channel Power Rating: 110W Per Channel x 7 (8 ohms...
Marketing Specifications
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... IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω FRONT A R L COAXIAL SIGNAL GND PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L L L L L + - - + + - - + CENTER CENTER IN R IN OUT R IN PHONO CD/SACD MD/TAPE FRONT R SURROUND SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN 2 R R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB R WOOFER OUT MULTI CH IN 1 2ND ZONE R L SURR BACK R L SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω STR-DE995/B STR-DE995/S Receiver AC OUTLET Key Technology 7.1 Channel Surround Sound Auto Channel Grouping 5.1 or 6.1 Converted to 7.1 Channels AUTOMATICALLY Video Up Conversion Only 1 Connection to S-Video...
... IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω FRONT A R L COAXIAL SIGNAL GND PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 L L L L L L + - - + + - - + CENTER CENTER IN R IN OUT R IN PHONO CD/SACD MD/TAPE FRONT R SURROUND SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN 2 R R SURR FRONT SURROUND BACK SUB R WOOFER OUT MULTI CH IN 1 2ND ZONE R L SURR BACK R L SURROUND SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω STR-DE995/B STR-DE995/S Receiver AC OUTLET Key Technology 7.1 Channel Surround Sound Auto Channel Grouping 5.1 or 6.1 Converted to 7.1 Channels AUTOMATICALLY Video Up Conversion Only 1 Connection to S-Video...