Dimensions Diagram
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... weights and measurements are approximate. STR-DE345 RM-U303 REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION: Dolby Digital DIMENSIONS Receiver (WHD): 17" x 5 3/4" x 12" WEIGHT: Approx 16 lbs FRONT VIEW 17" POWER REQUIREMENTS:120V POWER 60H CONSUMPTION: 250 Watts R FM102.7MHz A3 5 1/4" 5 3/4" 5/8" 1 3/4 " 12 1/4 " SIDE VIEW 12 " 10 1/2" 1 3/4 " 5/8" 1/2" 1" 1 3/4 " 5" 1 7/8 " BACK VIEW FM COAXIAL MONITOR AM. SONY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INACCURACIES...
... weights and measurements are approximate. STR-DE345 RM-U303 REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION: Dolby Digital DIMENSIONS Receiver (WHD): 17" x 5 3/4" x 12" WEIGHT: Approx 16 lbs FRONT VIEW 17" POWER REQUIREMENTS:120V POWER 60H CONSUMPTION: 250 Watts R FM102.7MHz A3 5 1/4" 5 3/4" 5/8" 1 3/4 " 12 1/4 " SIDE VIEW 12 " 10 1/2" 1 3/4 " 5/8" 1/2" 1" 1 3/4 " 5" 1 7/8 " BACK VIEW FM COAXIAL MONITOR AM. SONY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INACCURACIES...
Operating Instructions
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...shock hazard, do not open the cabinet. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the AC power source (MAINS) as long as a bookcase or built-...BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. The operating voltage is identical with your nearest Sony dealer. 2US registered mark. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug ...
...shock hazard, do not open the cabinet. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the AC power source (MAINS) as long as a bookcase or built-...BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. On power sources • Before operating the receiver, check that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. The operating voltage is identical with your nearest Sony dealer. 2US registered mark. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug ...
Operating Instructions
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...remote. • A "Quick Reference Guide" is supplied on page 26. This receiver contains a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. are for example, "STR-DE345 only". Getting Started About This Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS The instructions in this manual ...describe the controls on the receiver. Quick Reference Guide 26 Indicates hints and tips for illustration purposes. In this manual, the STR-DE345 and the remote RM-U304 are used for making the task easier. Getting...
...remote. • A "Quick Reference Guide" is supplied on page 26. This receiver contains a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. are for example, "STR-DE345 only". Getting Started About This Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS The instructions in this manual ...describe the controls on the receiver. Quick Reference Guide 26 Indicates hints and tips for illustration purposes. In this manual, the STR-DE345 and the remote RM-U304 are used for making the task easier. Getting...
Operating Instructions
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... and corrosion. Speaker System Hookups (7) Front speaker (L) Video Component Hookups (6) TV monitor (STR-DE345 only) TV tuner DVD player/Dolby Digital decoder Antenna Hookups (5) AM/FM antenna SAT (Satellite receiver) VCR Front speaker (R) ] } } ] When to replace batteries Under normal use the...malfunction. • If you to connect and control the following items with the receiver: • FM wire antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) Model Remote STR-DE345 RM-PP404 STR-DE245 RM-U304 • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Operating...
... and corrosion. Speaker System Hookups (7) Front speaker (L) Video Component Hookups (6) TV monitor (STR-DE345 only) TV tuner DVD player/Dolby Digital decoder Antenna Hookups (5) AM/FM antenna SAT (Satellite receiver) VCR Front speaker (R) ] } } ] When to replace batteries Under normal use the...malfunction. • If you to connect and control the following items with the receiver: • FM wire antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) Model Remote STR-DE345 RM-PP404 STR-DE245 RM-U304 • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) • Operating...
Operating Instructions
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... locations of the jacks, see the illustration below . Connecting a ground wire If you connect the receiver to the AM antenna terminal in the left column. Receiver FM outdoor antenna ANTENNA FM 75Ω COAXIAL Ground wire AM (not supplied) to ground Audio Component Hookups Overview This section ... next section. What antennas will I go to "Speaker System Hookups" on to extend the wire outdoors and keep it horizontal. Receiver ANTENNA FM 75Ω COAXIAL AM AM loop antenna If you want to the AM loop antenna. Getting Started Antenna Hookups Overview This section ...
... locations of the jacks, see the illustration below . Connecting a ground wire If you connect the receiver to the AM antenna terminal in the left column. Receiver FM outdoor antenna ANTENNA FM 75Ω COAXIAL Ground wire AM (not supplied) to ground Audio Component Hookups Overview This section ... next section. What antennas will I go to "Speaker System Hookups" on to extend the wire outdoors and keep it horizontal. Receiver ANTENNA FM 75Ω COAXIAL AM AM loop antenna If you want to the AM loop antenna. Getting Started Antenna Hookups Overview This section ...
Operating Instructions
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... specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration below. 5.1 CH (VIDEO IN) ((SSTTRR--DDEE334455 oonnllyy)) TV/SAT MONITOR (STR-DE345 only) Receiver VIDEO VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN L R VCR OUTPUT INPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO L R 5.1 CH/DVD VIDEO What... I go next? Getting Started Hookups The arrow l indicates signal flow. TV/SAT Receiver TV/SAT VIDEO IN TV tuner or Satellite receiver OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO IN L R AUDIO L R * STR-DE345 only MONITOR (STR-DE345 only) Receiver MONITOR VIDEO OUT TV monitor INPUT VIDEO Overview This section describes how to connect video...
... specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration below. 5.1 CH (VIDEO IN) ((SSTTRR--DDEE334455 oonnllyy)) TV/SAT MONITOR (STR-DE345 only) Receiver VIDEO VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN L R VCR OUTPUT INPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO L R 5.1 CH/DVD VIDEO What... I go next? Getting Started Hookups The arrow l indicates signal flow. TV/SAT Receiver TV/SAT VIDEO IN TV tuner or Satellite receiver OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO IN L R AUDIO L R * STR-DE345 only MONITOR (STR-DE345 only) Receiver MONITOR VIDEO OUT TV monitor INPUT VIDEO Overview This section describes how to connect video...
Operating Instructions
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...• Monaural audio cable (not supplied) (1 for the 5.1 CH VIDEO IN jack) (STR-DE345 only) Yellow Yellow You can play decoded Dolby Digital soundtracks through the speakers connected to the receiver. Adding center and rear speakers will lack bass. (continued) 7US Although front (left and ...the sound will be distorted and will enhance the surround effects. Receiver 5.1 CH/DVD FRONT REAR L CENTER Dolby Digital decoder, etc. VIDEO * STR-DE345 only Where do I need ? Rear speaker 60 - 90 cm 45° Receiver 5.1 CH VIDEO IN Dolby Digital decoder, etc. Speaker cord...
...• Monaural audio cable (not supplied) (1 for the 5.1 CH VIDEO IN jack) (STR-DE345 only) Yellow Yellow You can play decoded Dolby Digital soundtracks through the speakers connected to the receiver. Adding center and rear speakers will lack bass. (continued) 7US Although front (left and ...the sound will be distorted and will enhance the surround effects. Receiver 5.1 CH/DVD FRONT REAR L CENTER Dolby Digital decoder, etc. VIDEO * STR-DE345 only Where do I need ? Rear speaker 60 - 90 cm 45° Receiver 5.1 CH VIDEO IN Dolby Digital decoder, etc. Speaker cord...
Operating Instructions
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... other than the one of the speakers may be sure to press the 5.1 CH/DVD button and turn off sound field on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from the left and right ...rear speakers. Make sure the stripped ends of each other component. Where do I go to "AC Hookups" on page 17. Active woofer Receiver SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT Active Woofer INPUT Note Do not connect any other due to excessive removal of insulation 8US For details on outputting a test...
... other than the one of the speakers may be sure to press the 5.1 CH/DVD button and turn off sound field on the receiver, the speaker may damage the receiver. If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a test tone or a test tone is output from the left and right ...rear speakers. Make sure the stripped ends of each other component. Where do I go to "AC Hookups" on page 17. Active woofer Receiver SUB WOOFER AUDIO OUT Active Woofer INPUT Note Do not connect any other due to excessive removal of insulation 8US For details on outputting a test...
Operating Instructions
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...; All preset stations are reset to their factory settings. • All sound field parameters are reset to the appropriate positions. 1 Turn off the receiver. VOLTAGE SELECTOR (except Singapore, Malaysia, Canada and Australia models) , to a wall outlet. Before you have: • Set the SPEAKERS button to... in the display and the items including the following indicator. • Press MUTING if the MUTING indicator turns on the receiver, make sure that you use the receiver, go next? MUTING 2 Press ?/1 (power) for each program source and preset station is set to set to their...
...; All preset stations are reset to their factory settings. • All sound field parameters are reset to the appropriate positions. 1 Turn off the receiver. VOLTAGE SELECTOR (except Singapore, Malaysia, Canada and Australia models) , to a wall outlet. Before you have: • Set the SPEAKERS button to... in the display and the items including the following indicator. • Press MUTING if the MUTING indicator turns on the receiver, make sure that you use the receiver, go next? MUTING 2 Press ?/1 (power) for each program source and preset station is set to set to their...
Operating Instructions
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...speaker Use the volume control on the TV. Using the remote (STR-DE245 only) The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony components that you turn off the receiver. To tune in 2-dB steps. When you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the level you turn down the volume ...can select a tone level of your TV's speaker. To Mute the sound Reinforce the bass Adjust the balance Adjust the tone quality Do this receiver, see "Receiving Broadcasts" on page 12. 4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume. Press BASS +/- Watching/listening to video programs When you watch/listen to...
...speaker Use the volume control on the TV. Using the remote (STR-DE245 only) The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony components that you turn off the receiver. To tune in 2-dB steps. When you turn on the receiver, the volume remains at the level you turn down the volume ...can select a tone level of your TV's speaker. To Mute the sound Reinforce the bass Adjust the balance Adjust the tone quality Do this receiver, see "Receiving Broadcasts" on page 12. 4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume. Press BASS +/- Watching/listening to video programs When you watch/listen to...
Operating Instructions
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The receiver and the selected component turn on Press the power switch on . Changing the factory setting of a function button (STR-DE245 only) If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons don't match your second CD player. To change them. AV ?/1 ?/1 Numeric buttons ... VTR 1*) 7 VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*) 8 VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*) 9 TV 0 DSS (Digital Satellite System) >10 DVD ENTER VCD player . * Sony VCRs are factoryset as follows: To listen to or watch Radio programs Compact discs (CD) MiniDisc (MD) or Audio tapes TV programs or Satellite...
The receiver and the selected component turn on Press the power switch on . Changing the factory setting of a function button (STR-DE245 only) If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons don't match your second CD player. To change them. AV ?/1 ?/1 Numeric buttons ... VTR 1*) 7 VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*) 8 VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*) 9 TV 0 DSS (Digital Satellite System) >10 DVD ENTER VCD player . * Sony VCRs are factoryset as follows: To listen to or watch Radio programs Compact discs (CD) MiniDisc (MD) or Audio tapes TV programs or Satellite...
Operating Instructions
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... - TUNING on the remote. 5 Press the numeric buttons on the remote to turn on page 5. • Set the SPEAKERS button to select FM or AM stations. 4 Press D. If an FM stereo program is received. To watch FM simulcast TV programs Make sure that you tune in AM stations, adjust the direction of the band, the...
... - TUNING on the remote. 5 Press the numeric buttons on the remote to turn on page 5. • Set the SPEAKERS button to select FM or AM stations. 4 Press D. If an FM stereo program is received. To watch FM simulcast TV programs Make sure that you tune in AM stations, adjust the direction of the band, the...
Operating Instructions
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...TUNING + or - The cursor blinks in . 2 Press SHIFT to display index names and program source (or frequency if you can also enter a name of 30 FM or AM stations. to that preset station. Press ENTER to select a character (A, B or C). "MEMORY" appears for your preset stations. Do steps 4 to ... name, press NAME and then press the same program source button. For example, you select TUNER). If "MEMORY" disappears, start again from the receiver's memory, and you tune to select the desired character. You can store names (index names), up to 8 characters. 6 Press ENTER to change...
...TUNING + or - The cursor blinks in . 2 Press SHIFT to display index names and program source (or frequency if you can also enter a name of 30 FM or AM stations. to that preset station. Press ENTER to select a character (A, B or C). "MEMORY" appears for your preset stations. Do steps 4 to ... name, press NAME and then press the same program source button. For example, you select TUNER). If "MEMORY" disappears, start again from the receiver's memory, and you tune to select the desired character. You can store names (index names), up to 8 characters. 6 Press ENTER to change...
Operating Instructions
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...;: Audio signal flow c: Video signal flow (STR-DE345 only) Recording on a MiniDisc or audio tape You can record from the selected component will be ready for playing. For example, turn off Press SLEEP on each component. The sound from a TV or a satellite receiver using the receiver. n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00 n... recording deck and then start playback. See your MD deck or tape deck if you 've connected all components properly. Receiver Operations Recording This receiver makes it easy to record to and from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. Using the Sleep ...
...;: Audio signal flow c: Video signal flow (STR-DE345 only) Recording on a MiniDisc or audio tape You can record from the selected component will be ready for playing. For example, turn off Press SLEEP on each component. The sound from a TV or a satellite receiver using the receiver. n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00 n... recording deck and then start playback. See your MD deck or tape deck if you 've connected all components properly. Receiver Operations Recording This receiver makes it easy to record to and from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. Using the Sleep ...
Operating Instructions
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...+/- The sound field indicator lights up. 2 Press SOUND FIELD MODE +/- In the case of the tuner, the sound fields for AM or FM band and for watching standard movies. To turn on the package. (continued) 15US C. Good for all the preset stations are memorized separately. V...STUDIO y V SURR * "DOLBY PL" appears in Dolby Surround. The receiver memorizes the last sound field selected for soft acoustic sounds. * "DOLBY PL" appears in the display. ** When using 5.1 CH/DVD C. VIRTUAL DOLBY V (STR-DE345 only) Uses front speakers to play. SOUND FIELD Sound field ON/OFF ...
...+/- The sound field indicator lights up. 2 Press SOUND FIELD MODE +/- In the case of the tuner, the sound fields for AM or FM band and for watching standard movies. To turn on the package. (continued) 15US C. Good for all the preset stations are memorized separately. V...STUDIO y V SURR * "DOLBY PL" appears in Dolby Surround. The receiver memorizes the last sound field selected for soft acoustic sounds. * "DOLBY PL" appears in the display. ** When using 5.1 CH/DVD C. VIRTUAL DOLBY V (STR-DE345 only) Uses front speakers to play. SOUND FIELD Sound field ON/OFF ...
Operating Instructions
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... Each mode is designed for a different speaker configuration. SOUND FIELD MODE +/- LEVEL +/- MENU SOUND FIELD MODE MENU Selecting the center mode The receiver offers you press +/-, the effect level changes as follows: EFFECT 1 y EFFECT 2 y ... Using Surround Sound Adjusting the Effect Level (all ...MODE" appears on the remote repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. Each time you four center modes: Phantom, Normal, Wide and 3 STEREO. y EFFECT 6 Note Changing the effect level may not produce major variations in six steps (1-6). 1 Start playing a program source. 2 ...
... Each mode is designed for a different speaker configuration. SOUND FIELD MODE +/- LEVEL +/- MENU SOUND FIELD MODE MENU Selecting the center mode The receiver offers you press +/-, the effect level changes as follows: EFFECT 1 y EFFECT 2 y ... Using Surround Sound Adjusting the Effect Level (all ...MODE" appears on the remote repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. Each time you four center modes: Phantom, Normal, Wide and 3 STEREO. y EFFECT 6 Note Changing the effect level may not produce major variations in six steps (1-6). 1 Start playing a program source. 2 ...
Operating Instructions
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...level. • Press MENU < or > repeatedly to adjust the rear speaker level. repeatedly until "NORMAL" appears on the remote. Front and center 3 STEREO speakers, no center speaker PHANTOM The sound of the rear channel is output from your main listening position. • Press MENU < or > to turn ...at one time Adjust MASTER VOL on the remote or MASTER VOLUME on the remote: • Press MENU < or > repeatedly to turn off the receiver. • Hold down SOUND FIELD ON/OFF and then press ?/1 (power). You can select a volume level of -15 dB to hear the difference...
...level. • Press MENU < or > repeatedly to adjust the rear speaker level. repeatedly until "NORMAL" appears on the remote. Front and center 3 STEREO speakers, no center speaker PHANTOM The sound of the rear channel is output from your main listening position. • Press MENU < or > to turn ...at one time Adjust MASTER VOL on the remote or MASTER VOLUME on the remote: • Press MENU < or > repeatedly to turn off the receiver. • Hold down SOUND FIELD ON/OFF and then press ?/1 (power). You can select a volume level of -15 dB to hear the difference...
Operating Instructions
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...an unclear picture is heard. / Check that the antennas are connected securely. / Make sure you select the correct component on the receiver. / Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when you tune in AM stations with automatic tuning) (see page 17). Use...protective device on the sound field surround mode function. Surround effect cannot be obtained. / Make sure you turn on the receiver. / Place your nearest Sony dealer. Additional Information Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your TV away from the center speaker....
...an unclear picture is heard. / Check that the antennas are connected securely. / Make sure you select the correct component on the receiver. / Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when you tune in AM stations with automatic tuning) (see page 17). Use...protective device on the sound field surround mode function. Surround effect cannot be obtained. / Make sure you turn on the receiver. / Place your nearest Sony dealer. Additional Information Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your TV away from the center speaker....
Operating Instructions
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...Stereo Canada model: Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, less than 4 seconds until "INITIAL" appears. 1) After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver and press ?/1 (power) for more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion) STR-DE345: 100 W + 100 W Australia, Singapore and Malaysia models: (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) STR-DE345: 100 W + 100 W STR...BASS BOOST +6 dB at 70 Hz TONE ±6 dB at 100 Hz and 10 kHz Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono...
...Stereo Canada model: Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, less than 4 seconds until "INITIAL" appears. 1) After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver and press ?/1 (power) for more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion) STR-DE345: 100 W + 100 W Australia, Singapore and Malaysia models: (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) STR-DE345: 100 W + 100 W STR...BASS BOOST +6 dB at 70 Hz TONE ±6 dB at 100 Hz and 10 kHz Tuner section FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono...
Operating Instructions
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... directly enter a station's frequency using rear speakers. Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) Rear speaker (L) Rear speaker (R) • 3 STEREO mode Select 3 STEREO mode if you have front and center speakers but no rear speaker. By adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers, you can... NORMAL mode Select NORMAL mode if you know the frequency of presence. Early reflection time Time Test tone Signal given out by the receiver for adjusting the speaker volume. Front speaker (L) Center speaker Front speaker (R) Rear Rear speaker (L) speaker (R) • WIDE mode ...
... directly enter a station's frequency using rear speakers. Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R) Rear speaker (L) Rear speaker (R) • 3 STEREO mode Select 3 STEREO mode if you have front and center speakers but no rear speaker. By adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers, you can... NORMAL mode Select NORMAL mode if you know the frequency of presence. Early reflection time Time Test tone Signal given out by the receiver for adjusting the speaker volume. Front speaker (L) Center speaker Front speaker (R) Rear Rear speaker (L) speaker (R) • WIDE mode ...