Operating Instructions
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... only. In this manual, the STR-DB940 is shown on the lower portion of the front panel. Check your remote, refer to the area code, are clearly indicated in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. Type of differences Model Feature DB940 DB840 5 audio inputs z 4 audio...26 Enjoying Surround Sound 31 Selecting a Sound Field 32 Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays 36 Customizing Sound Fields 38 Receiving Broadcasts 43 Storing FM Stations Automatically (AUTOBETICAL)*** 44 Direct Tuning 45 Automatic Tuning 45 Preset Tuning 46 Using the Radio Data System (RDS)*** ...
... only. In this manual, the STR-DB940 is shown on the lower portion of the front panel. Check your remote, refer to the area code, are clearly indicated in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. Type of differences Model Feature DB940 DB840 5 audio inputs z 4 audio...26 Enjoying Surround Sound 31 Selecting a Sound Field 32 Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays 36 Customizing Sound Fields 38 Receiving Broadcasts 43 Storing FM Stations Automatically (AUTOBETICAL)*** 44 Direct Tuning 45 Automatic Tuning 45 Preset Tuning 46 Using the Radio Data System (RDS)*** ...
Operating Instructions
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... pins to the receiver. 4 Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the remote: • FM wire antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) Models of area code U, CA only • Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1) • Control S connecting cord (1) STR-DB940 only • Remote commander RM-LJ304 (remote) (1) • LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries (3) STR-DB840 only • Models...
... pins to the receiver. 4 Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the remote: • FM wire antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) Models of area code U, CA only • Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1) • Control S connecting cord (1) STR-DB940 only • Remote commander RM-LJ304 (remote) (1) • LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries (3) STR-DB840 only • Models...
Operating Instructions
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... the color-coded pins to the TV/SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. IN L MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO... VIDEO OUT jack VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the front panel 1) For STR-DB940, you are on video component hookups You can use the video cord...the SURROUND, LEVEL, EQUALIZER parameters by pressing the ON SCREEN button on the remote. 8 Note on a separate bus from the TV. See page 12 for ... DVD/LD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN CENTER B + U FM 75Ω COAXIAL R FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER 5.1CH INPUT CTRL S IN CTRL S ...
... the color-coded pins to the TV/SAT VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. IN L MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO... VIDEO OUT jack VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the front panel 1) For STR-DB940, you are on video component hookups You can use the video cord...the SURROUND, LEVEL, EQUALIZER parameters by pressing the ON SCREEN button on the remote. 8 Note on a separate bus from the TV. See page 12 for ... DVD/LD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN CENTER B + U FM 75Ω COAXIAL R FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER 5.1CH INPUT CTRL S IN CTRL S ...
Operating Instructions
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...- + - + 4 • • • • 5 • • • 6• • 3 7 2 8 1 0 • • • 9 10 1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the power. The currently selected function, followed by the demonstration message appears in the display. Select... will be cleared, see "Clearing the receiver's memory" on -screen display (page 54). - The next time you turn the receiver off or not when you press DIMMER (page 54). • STR-DB940 only: - 2 way remote control system operation (page 53). -...
...- + - + 4 • • • • 5 • • • 6• • 3 7 2 8 1 0 • • • 9 10 1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the power. The currently selected function, followed by the demonstration message appears in the display. Select... will be cleared, see "Clearing the receiver's memory" on -screen display (page 54). - The next time you turn the receiver off or not when you press DIMMER (page 54). • STR-DB940 only: - 2 way remote control system operation (page 53). -...
Operating Instructions
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... will create a fairly realistic sensation of being "inside" the screen. Likewise, the rear speakers can be set to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the remote. • To adjust the volume level of each speaker in much better surround sound. Also, the center speaker cannot be no more...delay in terms of area code CED) or on the main unit or press MASTER VOLUME +/- on the remote. 4 Press TEST TONE again to 5.1CH INPUT. z You can be output when the receiver is set more than the actual location of the speakers will hear the test tone from each speaker. ...
... will create a fairly realistic sensation of being "inside" the screen. Likewise, the rear speakers can be set to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the remote. • To adjust the volume level of each speaker in much better surround sound. Also, the center speaker cannot be no more...delay in terms of area code CED) or on the main unit or press MASTER VOLUME +/- on the remote. 4 Press TEST TONE again to 5.1CH INPUT. z You can be output when the receiver is set more than the actual location of the speakers will hear the test tone from each speaker. ...
Operating Instructions
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... ?/1 to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your components to the receiver, do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, look for the reason in the display during adjustment. • Although these ...adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the remote control. Before You Use Your Receiver Before turning on the following to verify that you do the following page and take the appropriate measures to correct ...
... ?/1 to the LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your components to the receiver, do not obtain normal sound output after performing this procedure, look for the reason in the display during adjustment. • Although these ...adjustments can also be made via the front panel using the remote control. Before You Use Your Receiver Before turning on the following to verify that you do the following page and take the appropriate measures to correct ...
Operating Instructions
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... Surround Sound" starting from the 2 way remote (page 53). Press 5.1 CH again to return to activate the speaker level parameters (page 39). qk LEVEL button Press to the original function. • When 5.1CH INPUT is set the receiver to remote (STR-DB940 only) signals sent from page 31.... Auto Function Specify whether or not Sony components connected via Control A1 cords will turn off response to automatically detect the type of ...
... Surround Sound" starting from the 2 way remote (page 53). Press 5.1 CH again to return to activate the speaker level parameters (page 39). qk LEVEL button Press to the original function. • When 5.1CH INPUT is set the receiver to remote (STR-DB940 only) signals sent from page 31.... Auto Function Specify whether or not Sony components connected via Control A1 cords will turn off response to automatically detect the type of ...
Operating Instructions
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... : center Lets you want to adjust. 4 Turn the jog dial to +10 dB steps. • This settings can also be adjusted using the supplied remote. See "Adjusting the speaker volume" (page 22). See "Adjusting the speaker volume" (page 22). The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input....level of the sub woofer. The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input. • The balance can also be adjusted directly using the supplied remote. LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level Initial setting : 0 dB This parameter lets you desire. However, during 5.1CH input, the level can be ...
... : center Lets you want to adjust. 4 Turn the jog dial to +10 dB steps. • This settings can also be adjusted using the supplied remote. See "Adjusting the speaker volume" (page 22). See "Adjusting the speaker volume" (page 22). The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input....level of the sub woofer. The level can even be adjusted during 5.1 CH input. • The balance can also be adjusted directly using the supplied remote. LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level Initial setting : 0 dB This parameter lets you desire. However, during 5.1CH input, the level can be ...
Operating Instructions
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... in your area, check with the regular program signal. You can tune in stations on the supplied remote (see page 45). If you have preset (see page 46). Receiving Broadcasts 43 Up to the receiver (see page 5). Using the EON function (see page 48) Note that you can let the... the clearest FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order (see page 44). You can use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to the receiver (see page 46). Models of area code CED only This receiver also allows you can have tuned in stations using the supplied remote (see page...
... in your area, check with the regular program signal. You can tune in stations on the supplied remote (see page 45). If you have preset (see page 46). Receiving Broadcasts 43 Up to the receiver (see page 5). Using the EON function (see page 48) Note that you can let the... the clearest FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order (see page 44). You can use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to the receiver (see page 46). Models of area code CED only This receiver also allows you can have tuned in stations using the supplied remote (see page...
Operating Instructions
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... buttons**: Press to preset stations. * Models of the buttons on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation. • If you move to another area, repeat this button to turn on tuning the stored stations, see page 47. FM MODE button: If "STEREO" flashes in the broadcast area. SHIFT button: Press to select a memory...
... buttons**: Press to preset stations. * Models of the buttons on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation. • If you move to another area, repeat this button to turn on tuning the stored stations, see page 47. FM MODE button: If "STEREO" flashes in the broadcast area. SHIFT button: Press to select a memory...
Operating Instructions
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...the band Scanning is automatically rounded up or down. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press D. press the - The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press TUNING (PTY SELECT) + or... TUNING (PTY SELECT) -. When the receiver reaches either end of buttons used in this section, see page 3. If not, repeat Steps 3 and 4. Receiving Broadcasts Direct Tuning Use the supplied remote...
...the band Scanning is automatically rounded up or down. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press D. press the - The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 Press TUNING (PTY SELECT) + or... TUNING (PTY SELECT) -. When the receiver reaches either end of buttons used in this section, see page 3. If not, repeat Steps 3 and 4. Receiving Broadcasts Direct Tuning Use the supplied remote...
Operating Instructions
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...you press the button, the receiver tunes in one preset station at a time, in the corresponding order and direction as follows: nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N nC0˜...C2˜C1N Using the preset codes Use the supplied remote to the number. If "...MEMORY" goes out before "MEMORY" goes out. 4 Press SHIFT to select the tuner. The last received station is tuned in. 2 For remotes without a display: Press SHIFT to select a memory pare (A, B, or C), then press the preset number of the station you want using Direct Tuning (page 45) or...
...you press the button, the receiver tunes in one preset station at a time, in the corresponding order and direction as follows: nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N nC0˜...C2˜C1N Using the preset codes Use the supplied remote to the number. If "...MEMORY" goes out before "MEMORY" goes out. 4 Press SHIFT to select the tuner. The last received station is tuned in. 2 For remotes without a display: Press SHIFT to select a memory pare (A, B, or C), then press the preset number of the station you want using Direct Tuning (page 45) or...
Operating Instructions
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...Press SLEEP on the front panel (except for models of area code CED) or on the remote while the power is not possible if you want to record into the LD player. 3 Insert... source, then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want using the receiver. To resume audio recording from the original medium. In this case, you have specified the time. You can... add audio from a VCR, a TV, or an LD player using the jog dial on the receiver. You can check the time remaining before the receiver turns off automatically at a specified time. For example, insert the laser disc you want to prevent ...
...Press SLEEP on the front panel (except for models of area code CED) or on the remote while the power is not possible if you want to record into the LD player. 3 Insert... source, then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want using the receiver. To resume audio recording from the original medium. In this case, you have specified the time. You can... add audio from a VCR, a TV, or an LD player using the jog dial on the receiver. You can check the time remaining before the receiver turns off automatically at a specified time. For example, insert the laser disc you want to prevent ...
Operating Instructions
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Setting up the 2 way remote (STR-DB940 only) This receiver is shipped from the remote controls. For details, refer to the operating instructions suppled with your other components that is also compatible with another component that have the logo Turn OFF the other component's 2 way remote control system. For details, refer to turn Sony components connected via...
Setting up the 2 way remote (STR-DB940 only) This receiver is shipped from the remote controls. For details, refer to the operating instructions suppled with your other components that is also compatible with another component that have the logo Turn OFF the other component's 2 way remote control system. For details, refer to turn Sony components connected via...
Operating Instructions
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...Operating Instructions supplied with the new functions. • Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with your TV monitor. Also..." or "PAL". Selecting the color of the on-screen display (STR-DB940 only) Select the color of separate Sony components. In this may be connected to handle new functions. Certain...to select "COLOR" or "MONOCHROME". However, when making connections between a Sony CD player, amplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette deck provide automatic function selection and synchronized recording. The...
...Operating Instructions supplied with the new functions. • Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with your TV monitor. Also..." or "PAL". Selecting the color of the on-screen display (STR-DB940 only) Select the color of separate Sony components. In this may be connected to handle new functions. Certain...to select "COLOR" or "MONOCHROME". However, when making connections between a Sony CD player, amplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette deck provide automatic function selection and synchronized recording. The...
Operating Instructions
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... been activated because of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to the DVD/LD IN OPTICAL or COAXIAL jacks. 56 Severe hum or noise is lit. , The protective device on the remote if the MUTING indicator is heard. , Check that the speakers and ...are dirty. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on page 23 to verify that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. , Move your nearest Sony dealer. Intermittent sound from a...
... been activated because of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to the DVD/LD IN OPTICAL or COAXIAL jacks. 56 Severe hum or noise is lit. , The protective device on the remote if the MUTING indicator is heard. , Check that the speakers and ...are dirty. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on page 23 to verify that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or fluorescent light. , Move your nearest Sony dealer. Intermittent sound from a...
Operating Instructions
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... speakers. The remote does not function. , Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. , Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. , Replace both... area code CED only. Nothing appears on , press DIMMER to an FM RDS station. , Select a stronger FM station. No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or...STR-DB940) or the analog MD/TAPE terminals (STR-DB840). , When recording from a digital component, make sure the input mode is activated. If so, the service may be interrupted. Reference sections for clearing the receiver...
... speakers. The remote does not function. , Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. , Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. , Replace both... area code CED only. Nothing appears on , press DIMMER to an FM RDS station. , Select a stronger FM station. No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or...STR-DB940) or the analog MD/TAPE terminals (STR-DB840). , When recording from a digital component, make sure the input mode is activated. If so, the service may be interrupted. Reference sections for clearing the receiver...
Operating Instructions
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Press SET UP Press or to select Turn jog dial to SMALL only. 2) STR-DB940 only. 3) Models of area code U, CA only. 4) Except for models of area code U, CA. UNIT [XXX] FRONT SP > XXX Hz1) CENTER SP > XXX Hz1) ... 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz AUTO FUNCTION [XXX] 2 WAY REMOTE [XXX]2) ON, OFF ON, OFF COLOR SYSTEM [XXX]2)4) OSD [XXX]2) PAL, NTSC COLOR, MONOCHROME DIMM. See page 19 53 54 Additional Information 63 RANGE [XXX...
Press SET UP Press or to select Turn jog dial to SMALL only. 2) STR-DB940 only. 3) Models of area code U, CA only. 4) Except for models of area code U, CA. UNIT [XXX] FRONT SP > XXX Hz1) CENTER SP > XXX Hz1) ... 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz 60 Hz, 90 Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz AUTO FUNCTION [XXX] 2 WAY REMOTE [XXX]2) ON, OFF ON, OFF COLOR SYSTEM [XXX]2)4) OSD [XXX]2) PAL, NTSC COLOR, MONOCHROME DIMM. See page 19 53 54 Additional Information 63 RANGE [XXX...