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Record the serial number in the space provided below. 4-238-304-11(2) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions GB Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Model No. STR-DE185 Serial No. STR-DE185 © 2002 Sony Corporation Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. 4-238-304-11(2) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions GB Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Model No. STR-DE185 Serial No. STR-DE185 © 2002 Sony Corporation Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Operating Instructions
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... Antenna hookups 7 Audio/Video component hookups ......... 8 Speaker system hookups 9 Other hookups 11 Clearing the receiver's memory .......... 11 Basic Operations Selecting the component 12 Adjusting the sound 12 Changing the display 12 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL 13 Direct tuning 13 Automatic tuning 14 Preset tuning 14 Using the Radio... 19 Additional Information Precautions 20 Troubleshooting 20 Specifications 22 Remote button description 24 Changing the factory setting of a function button 27 GB * Models of area code CEL, CEK only. 3GB
... Antenna hookups 7 Audio/Video component hookups ......... 8 Speaker system hookups 9 Other hookups 11 Clearing the receiver's memory .......... 11 Basic Operations Selecting the component 12 Adjusting the sound 12 Changing the display 12 Receiving Broadcasts Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL 13 Direct tuning 13 Automatic tuning 14 Preset tuning 14 Using the Radio... 19 Additional Information Precautions 20 Troubleshooting 20 Specifications 22 Remote button description 24 Changing the factory setting of a function button 27 GB * Models of area code CEL, CEK only. 3GB
Operating Instructions
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T 4-XXX-XXX-XX AA Area code Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are for model STR-DE185. When using the remote, point it at the lower right corner of your model number by looking at the remote sensor g on the remote is not available. Notes • Do not leave the remote in... all batteries with the + and - Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you purchased is shown on the lower portion of the receiver you don't use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the use a new battery with ...
T 4-XXX-XXX-XX AA Area code Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are for model STR-DE185. When using the remote, point it at the lower right corner of your model number by looking at the remote sensor g on the remote is not available. Notes • Do not leave the remote in... all batteries with the + and - Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you purchased is shown on the lower portion of the receiver you don't use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the use a new battery with ...
Operating Instructions
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...wg (13) DISPLAY qa (12, 16) Display 9 (11-16, 18, 19) FM 6 (13, 14) FM MODE wd (14) I - S PHONES wl (12, 21) PRESET/PTY SELECT +/- (models of area code CEL, CEK) 7 (15, 16) PRESET TUNING +/- (models of area code U) 7 (15, 23) PTY (models of area code CEL, CEK) 4 (16) SHIFT wh (15) SLEEP... (models of button/part Reference page Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - ...
...wg (13) DISPLAY qa (12, 16) Display 9 (11-16, 18, 19) FM 6 (13, 14) FM MODE wd (14) I - S PHONES wl (12, 21) PRESET/PTY SELECT +/- (models of area code CEL, CEK) 7 (15, 16) PRESET TUNING +/- (models of area code U) 7 (15, 23) PTY (models of area code CEL, CEK) 4 (16) SHIFT wh (15) SLEEP... (models of button/part Reference page Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - ...
Operating Instructions
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... disconnected for 5 seconds. If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component, allowing you to turn the receiver on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans...hookups AC OUTLET* AC OUTLET AC power cord To a wall outlet * The configuration and shape of AC outlets vary according to the model and country to which the receiver is set to VOL MIN. • All adjustments made (BALANCE, speaker system, etc.) are cleared. • The master volume is...
... disconnected for 5 seconds. If you connect other audio/video components to the AC OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver will supply power to the connected component, allowing you to turn the receiver on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans...hookups AC OUTLET* AC OUTLET AC power cord To a wall outlet * The configuration and shape of AC outlets vary according to the model and country to which the receiver is set to VOL MIN. • All adjustments made (BALANCE, speaker system, etc.) are cleared. • The master volume is...
Operating Instructions
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... component or preset station (page 18). See page 16). 12GB Every time you press BALANCE L/R, the display changes as the function. ** During RDS reception only. (Models of the preset station* or program station name** t Frequency t Program type indication** t Radio text** t Current time** * Index name appears only when you selected, select the...
... component or preset station (page 18). See page 16). 12GB Every time you press BALANCE L/R, the display changes as the function. ** During RDS reception only. (Models of the preset station* or program station name** t Frequency t Program type indication** t Radio text** t Current time** * Index name appears only when you selected, select the...
Operating Instructions
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...the stations again. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4. "AUTO-BETICAL SELECT" appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. The selected RDS stations are assigned 2-character preset codes and stored after ...storing stations with the clearest signals. Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of the station you store up to enter the frequency. Direct tuning You can enter a frequency of area code CEL...
...the stations again. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4. "AUTO-BETICAL SELECT" appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. The selected RDS stations are assigned 2-character preset codes and stored after ...storing stations with the clearest signals. Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of the station you store up to enter the frequency. Direct tuning You can enter a frequency of area code CEL...
Operating Instructions
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...to 6 before you press the preset number, start again from the receiver's memory, and you will have to select a memory page (A, B,... preset stations 1 Press TUNER. The last received station is disconnected for a few seconds. Using the preset...entering its preset number on the receiver or the supplied remote. 1 Press TUNER. Receiving Broadcasts Presetting radio stations 1 Press...ENTER. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you press the button, the receiver tunes in the...preset the stations again. The last received station is tuned in the corresponding order...
...to 6 before you press the preset number, start again from the receiver's memory, and you will have to select a memory page (A, B,... preset stations 1 Press TUNER. The last received station is disconnected for a few seconds. Using the preset...entering its preset number on the receiver or the supplied remote. 1 Press TUNER. Receiving Broadcasts Presetting radio stations 1 Press...ENTER. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station that you press the button, the receiver tunes in the...preset the stations again. The last received station is tuned in the corresponding order...
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Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of program being broadcast (page 17). Note RDS may not work ...the specified program type. 1 Press PTY. 2 Press PRESET/PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT - Displaying RDS information - Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on each program type. 3 Press PTY. If you tune in a station that you press...on the display changes cyclically as "NO PTY") appears in the display. The receiver scans for details. See the table below for FM stations.* * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same types of 9 ...
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of program being broadcast (page 17). Note RDS may not work ...the specified program type. 1 Press PTY. 2 Press PRESET/PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT - Displaying RDS information - Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on each program type. 3 Press PTY. If you tune in a station that you press...on the display changes cyclically as "NO PTY") appears in the display. The receiver scans for details. See the table below for FM stations.* * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same types of 9 ...
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...on the recording deck, then start playback on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can be specified as "VHS" and "8MM", respectively. If you received is also handy for identifying components connected to jacks meant for another station or program source. These names (for distinguishing components of the same kind...deck or MD deck if you want to create an index name for playing. It is tuned in. Recording on the playback component. Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) You cannot change the name of an RDS station. Other Operations Naming preset stations and program sources You ...
...on the recording deck, then start playback on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can be specified as "VHS" and "8MM", respectively. If you received is also handy for identifying components connected to jacks meant for another station or program source. These names (for distinguishing components of the same kind...deck or MD deck if you want to create an index name for playing. It is tuned in. Recording on the playback component. Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) You cannot change the name of an RDS station. Other Operations Naming preset stations and program sources You ...
Operating Instructions
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...audio recording from the original medium. Press SLEEP on the front panel (except for models of the audio from the original medium, select the video source again. The audio..., CEK) or on the remote while the power is on a video tape You can set the receiver to record. See the operating instructions of audio sources when editing a video tape. Tip You can also...of your VCR or LD player if you have specified the time. Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off automatically at a specified time. Other Operations Recording on . Locate the point where you want to ...
...audio recording from the original medium. Press SLEEP on the front panel (except for models of the audio from the original medium, select the video source again. The audio..., CEK) or on the remote while the power is on a video tape You can set the receiver to record. See the operating instructions of audio sources when editing a video tape. Tip You can also...of your VCR or LD player if you have specified the time. Tip To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off automatically at a specified time. Other Operations Recording on . Locate the point where you want to ...
Operating Instructions
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... VOLUME control is indicated on top of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. never pull the cord. • (Models of area code U only) One blade of the plug is wider than the other components, be sure to help you remedy the problem. ... ; Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. The operating voltage is not set at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of a short circuit ("PROTECT" flashes...
... VOLUME control is indicated on top of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. never pull the cord. • (Models of area code U only) One blade of the plug is wider than the other components, be sure to help you remedy the problem. ... ; Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. The operating voltage is not set at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of a short circuit ("PROTECT" flashes...
Operating Instructions
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... the speakers and components are connected correctly. continued Receiver Outdoor FM antenna ANTENNA Ground wire (not supplied) AM y FM 75Ω COAXIAL To ground 21GB There is poor. Radio stations cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. Adjust the antennas and connect an external ... coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an FM RDS station. • Select a stronger FM station. Check the connection of headphones to the PHONES jack to the receiver correctly. Recording cannot be temporarily out of order. * Models of the front speakers. To prevent a gas...
... the speakers and components are connected correctly. continued Receiver Outdoor FM antenna ANTENNA Ground wire (not supplied) AM y FM 75Ω COAXIAL To ground 21GB There is poor. Radio stations cannot be connected to the receiver correctly. Adjust the antennas and connect an external ... coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an FM RDS station. • Select a stronger FM station. Check the connection of headphones to the PHONES jack to the receiver correctly. Recording cannot be temporarily out of order. * Models of the front speakers. To prevent a gas...
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... (8 ohms 40 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %) 100 W + 100 W Models of area code CEL, CEK Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %) 100 W + 100 W1) 1) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50 Hz Frequency .... • If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use the remote to select a source or component other component. Clearing the receiver's memory To clear See All memorized settings page 11 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both batteries ...
... (8 ohms 40 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %) 100 W + 100 W Models of area code CEL, CEK Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %) 100 W + 100 W1) 1) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50 Hz Frequency .... • If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use the remote to select a source or component other component. Clearing the receiver's memory To clear See All memorized settings page 11 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both batteries ...
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...code Power consumption U 190 W CEL, CEK 210 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.5 W (for models of all area code) AC outlets Area code U CEL, CEK AC outlets 1 switched, 120 W/1A ... mm (167/8 × 56/8 × 116/8 in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Design and specifications are using, see page 4. To reset the scale to 9 kHz or 10...kHz), repeat the procedure. Additional Information FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: Stereo: Usable sensitivity 18.3 dBf, 2.2 ...
...code Power consumption U 190 W CEL, CEK 210 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.5 W (for models of all area code) AC outlets Area code U CEL, CEK AC outlets 1 switched, 120 W/1A ... mm (167/8 × 56/8 × 116/8 in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Design and specifications are using, see page 4. To reset the scale to 9 kHz or 10...kHz), repeat the procedure. Additional Information FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: Stereo: Usable sensitivity 18.3 dBf, 2.2 ...
Operating Instructions
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... preset TV channels. Enters the selection. Therefore, depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may not work depending on the model of the TV. Adjust the volume of the receiver. • The above explanation is not available for set operation. 26GB
... preset TV channels. Enters the selection. Therefore, depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may not work depending on the model of the TV. Adjust the volume of the receiver. • The above explanation is not available for set operation. 26GB