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2-662-258-12 (2) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. STR-DG500 ©2006 Sony Corporation Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No.
2-662-258-12 (2) Multi Channel AV Receiver Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. STR-DG500 ©2006 Sony Corporation Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Serial No.
Operating Instructions
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... only". • The instructions in the text, for example, "Models of area code AA only". In this manual, models of area code U is shown on the supplied remote. About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased the product. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", "Surround EX...illustration below). For customers in Europe Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in this manual are for model STR-DG500. By ensuring this product. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as household waste. SURROUND BACK L L + - + -...
... only". • The instructions in the text, for example, "Models of area code AA only". In this manual, models of area code U is shown on the supplied remote. About area codes The area code of the receiver you purchased the product. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", "Surround EX...illustration below). For customers in Europe Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in this manual are for model STR-DG500. By ensuring this product. You can also use the controls on the receiver if they have the same or similar names as household waste. SURROUND BACK L L + - + -...
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...56 Using the Radio Data System (RDS).......... 59 (Models of parts 5 1: Installing speakers 13 2: Connecting speakers 14 3a: Connecting the audio components.........15 3b: Connecting the video components ........18 4: Connecting the antennas 24 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....25 6: Selecting the speaker system.......... 61 Naming inputs 62 Changing the display 62 Using the Sleep Timer 63 Recording using the receiver 63 Using the Remote Changing button assignments 64 Additional Information Glossary 65 Precautions 67 Troubleshooting 68 Specifications 71 Index 74 4GB
...56 Using the Radio Data System (RDS).......... 59 (Models of parts 5 1: Installing speakers 13 2: Connecting speakers 14 3a: Connecting the audio components.........15 3b: Connecting the video components ........18 4: Connecting the antennas 24 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote .....25 6: Selecting the speaker system.......... 61 Naming inputs 62 Changing the display 62 Using the Sleep Timer 63 Recording using the receiver 63 Using the Remote Changing button assignments 64 Additional Information Glossary 65 Precautions 67 Troubleshooting 68 Specifications 71 Index 74 4GB
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...is set to "NO" (page 37) Sound Field: A.F.D. Lights up when ANALOG DIRECT is activated (page 63). Note "RDS" appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only. For details on the speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (... INPUT MODE is set to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on presetting radio stations, see page 56. Lights up when a memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 57), etc., is activated. AUTO SW LCR SL SR 8GB Name P Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S SB Function...
...is set to "NO" (page 37) Sound Field: A.F.D. Lights up when ANALOG DIRECT is activated (page 63). Note "RDS" appears for models of area code CEL, CEK only. For details on the speaker settings). Front Left Front Right Center (monaural) Surround Left Surround Right Surround (... INPUT MODE is set to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on presetting radio stations, see page 56. Lights up when a memory function, such as Preset Memory (page 57), etc., is activated. AUTO SW LCR SL SR 8GB Name P Playback channel indicators L R C SL SR S SB Function...
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...time to select A.F.D. Notes • Some functions explained in "Changing button assignments" on the model. • The above operation may not be possible or may not work depending on page 64...enter the selection. Therefore, depending on a list menu (e.g. When you want to control Sony components as follows. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on the component, the ...deck. Press to select the channel entry mode, either one of the TV. mode. and TV (M) at the same time to serve as references when operating the receiver. return to select the settings....
...time to select A.F.D. Notes • Some functions explained in "Changing button assignments" on the model. • The above operation may not be possible or may not work depending on page 64...enter the selection. Therefore, depending on a list menu (e.g. When you want to control Sony components as follows. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on the component, the ...deck. Press to select the channel entry mode, either one of the TV. mode. and TV (M) at the same time to serve as references when operating the receiver. return to select the settings....
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... quality sound 15GB b)Model equipped only with MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. Refer to connect each component. Before you begin, refer to "Component to be connected The sound quality depends on the connecting jack. This connection is used to output audio decoded by the component's internal multi-channel decoder through this receiver. Audio input/output...
... quality sound 15GB b)Model equipped only with MULTI CH OUTPUT jacks, etc. Refer to connect each component. Before you begin, refer to "Component to be connected The sound quality depends on the connecting jack. This connection is used to output audio decoded by the component's internal multi-channel decoder through this receiver. Audio input/output...
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... between front speaker distance and 1.5 m (5 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) DIST. b)The default setting for models of other area code is "ft." FREQ] Brightness of area code U, CA is "m". 37GB CAL (47) [8-A. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance... NO A.CAL NO a)For details, refer to DIST. 23 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) DIST. and for models of the displaya) [DIMMER] Auto Calibrationa) [AUTO CAL.] DIST. CAL] Surround back speaker distancea)b) [SB DIST.] Surround speaker positiona) [SUR POS.] Speaker crossover ...
... between front speaker distance and 1.5 m (5 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) DIST. b)The default setting for models of other area code is "ft." FREQ] Brightness of area code U, CA is "m". 37GB CAL (47) [8-A. xx m (ft.) between front speaker distance... NO A.CAL NO a)For details, refer to DIST. 23 ft.) (0.1 m (1 ft.) step) DIST. 3.0 m (DIST. 10 ft.) DIST. and for models of the displaya) [DIMMER] Auto Calibrationa) [AUTO CAL.] DIST. CAL] Surround back speaker distancea)b) [SB DIST.] Surround speaker positiona) [SUR POS.] Speaker crossover ...
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...will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". continued 43GB and for models of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select "SMALL" to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer. Normally, select "LARGE". When... speakers) • LARGE If you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select "SMALL" to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to take full advantage of the ...
...will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select "LARGE". continued 43GB and for models of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select "SMALL" to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the sub woofer. Normally, select "LARGE". When... speakers) • LARGE If you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select "SMALL" to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to take full advantage of the ...
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...to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. You can also use the buttons on the receiver. Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This function lets you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency ...have entered the right frequency. If you store up to use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver for this operation. 1,2 ?/1 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) AUTO CAL MIC PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME MEMORY/ TUNING ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH ...
...to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. You can also use the buttons on the receiver. Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This function lets you still cannot tune in a station, the frequency ...have entered the right frequency. If you store up to use MEMORY/ENTER on the receiver for this operation. 1,2 ?/1 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B /A+B) AUTO CAL MIC PHONES VIDEO 3 IN/PORTABLE AV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R MULTI CHANNEL DECODING DISPLAY INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME MEMORY/ TUNING ENTER MODE TUNING 2CH ...
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MOVIE MUSIC 1 DUAL MONO 123 FM MODE 456 7 >10/ - "1-LEVEL" appears on the receiver. 2 Tune in "To create an index name" below. To return to select the FM or AM band. CLEAR DISPLAY D.TUNING 89 D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU 0/.... If you made a mistake Press control button B/b until the character you can select the character type as follows by the Program Service name.) 58GB Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) When you name an RDS station and tune in that station, the Program Service name appears instead of the...
MOVIE MUSIC 1 DUAL MONO 123 FM MODE 456 7 >10/ - "1-LEVEL" appears on the receiver. 2 Tune in "To create an index name" below. To return to select the FM or AM band. CLEAR DISPLAY D.TUNING 89 D.SKIP MEMORY DVD MENU 0/.... If you made a mistake Press control button B/b until the character you can select the character type as follows by the Program Service name.) 58GB Note (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) When you name an RDS station and tune in that station, the Program Service name appears instead of the...
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...by the RDS station. Each time you tune in 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied a)Type of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with your local radio stations for FM... programs DRAMA Radio plays and serials CULTURE Programs about the natural sciences and technology continued 59GB Tuner Operations Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of program being broadcast. Notes • If there is operable only for details. You can display RDS information.
...by the RDS station. Each time you tune in 24-hour system mode) t Sound field currently applied a)Type of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with your local radio stations for FM... programs DRAMA Radio plays and serials CULTURE Programs about the natural sciences and technology continued 59GB Tuner Operations Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of program being broadcast. Notes • If there is operable only for details. You can display RDS information.
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...given in 24-hour system mode)b) t Sound field currently applied a)Index name appears only when you have been entered, or it on the receiver's display. To return to enter the parameter. Be sure to use INPUT SELECTOR on the display. 3 Press control button V/v repeatedly to ...button V/v to select "NAME IN". 6 Press the control button or control button b to the previous display Press control button B. b)During RDS reception only (models of the inputa) t Selected input t Sound field currently applied FM and AM band Program Service nameb) or preset station namea) t Frequency t Program Type ...
...given in 24-hour system mode)b) t Sound field currently applied a)Index name appears only when you have been entered, or it on the receiver's display. To return to enter the parameter. Be sure to use INPUT SELECTOR on the display. 3 Press control button V/v repeatedly to ...button V/v to select "NAME IN". 6 Press the control button or control button b to the previous display Press control button B. b)During RDS reception only (models of the inputa) t Selected input t Sound field currently applied FM and AM band Program Service nameb) or preset station namea) t Frequency t Program Type ...
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...the receiver near ...receiver for the purpose of the plug is wider than the other components, be sure to disconnect the receiver...receiver. • Do not place the receiver...receiver. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. never pull the cord. • (Models...the receiver and.... (If the receiver is being used ...receiver on surfaces that the operating ...receiver, check that have any questions or problems concerning your receiver...receiver. • The unit is not disconnected from the wall outlet. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this receiver...
...the receiver near ...receiver for the purpose of the plug is wider than the other components, be sure to disconnect the receiver...receiver. • Do not place the receiver...receiver. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. never pull the cord. • (Models...the receiver and.... (If the receiver is being used ...receiver on surfaces that the operating ...receiver, check that have any questions or problems concerning your receiver...receiver. • The unit is not disconnected from the wall outlet. On heat buildup Although the receiver heats up during operation, this receiver...
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...8226; Move your nearest Sony dealer. You can check the condition of the software being played back corresponds to multi channel sound. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. on the AUDIO menu is set to the multi channel format. • Check whether the setup on this receiver. • Check .... RDS does not work.* • Make sure that you select the correct input on the remote. * Models of the stations is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the receiver. • Remove any problem persists, consult your audio components away from the TV. • Assign the ...
...8226; Move your nearest Sony dealer. You can check the condition of the software being played back corresponds to multi channel sound. Refer to the following table to solve the problem. on the AUDIO menu is set to the multi channel format. • Check whether the setup on this receiver. • Check .... RDS does not work.* • Make sure that you select the correct input on the remote. * Models of the stations is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the receiver. • Remove any problem persists, consult your audio components away from the TV. • Assign the ...
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...receiver. rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from the speakers. The receiver will have to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 25). If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Amplifier section Models..., THD 10% 125 W + 125 W, 150 W/ch Models of area code U only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; Reference sections for clearing the receiver's memory To clear All memorized settings Customized sound fields See ...
...receiver. rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from the speakers. The receiver will have to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide Clearing the receiver's memory may remedy the problem (page 25). If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Amplifier section Models..., THD 10% 125 W + 125 W, 150 W/ch Models of area code U only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; Reference sections for clearing the receiver's memory To clear All memorized settings Customized sound fields See ...
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... S/N Mono/Stereo 76 dB/70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono/Stereo 0.3%/0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz - 15 kHz, +0.5/-2 dB 72GB Models of area code AR, KR Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 85 W + 85 W1), 70 W + 70 W3), 110... W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 100 W + 100 W1), 90 W + 90 W3), 120 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 125 W + 125 W1), 110 W + 110 W3), 150 W/ch Models of area code TH6 Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 70 W + 70 W1), 60 W + 60 W3), 90 W/ch...
... S/N Mono/Stereo 76 dB/70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono/Stereo 0.3%/0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz - 15 kHz, +0.5/-2 dB 72GB Models of area code AR, KR Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 85 W + 85 W1), 70 W + 70 W3), 110... W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7% 100 W + 100 W1), 90 W + 90 W3), 120 W/ch 8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10% 125 W + 125 W1), 110 W + 110 W3), 150 W/ch Models of area code TH6 Stereo Power Output1), Reference Power Output1)2) 8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09% 70 W + 70 W1), 60 W + 60 W3), 90 W/ch...
Service Manual
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... 3), 150 W/ch Models of area code US only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER 9-887-127-02 2006D04-1 © 2006. 04 Sony Corporation Home Audio Division Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation 1...% 100 W + 100 W 1), 90 W + 90 W 3), 125 W/ch - STR-DG500/DG600 SERVICE MANUAL Ver. 1.1 2006. 04 Photo: STR-DG600: Silver type US Model Canadian Model STR-DG500/DG600 AEP Model UK Model STR-DG500 E Model STR-DG500/DG600 Australian Model STR-DG500 Manufactured under license from 250 milliwatts to rated output. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", "Surround...
... 3), 150 W/ch Models of area code US only) With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; MULTI CHANNEL AV RECEIVER 9-887-127-02 2006D04-1 © 2006. 04 Sony Corporation Home Audio Division Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation 1...% 100 W + 100 W 1), 90 W + 90 W 3), 125 W/ch - STR-DG500/DG600 SERVICE MANUAL Ver. 1.1 2006. 04 Photo: STR-DG600: Silver type US Model Canadian Model STR-DG500/DG600 AEP Model UK Model STR-DG500 E Model STR-DG500/DG600 Australian Model STR-DG500 Manufactured under license from 250 milliwatts to rated output. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", "Surround...
Service Manual
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... ECM-AC2 (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Abbreviation CND : Canadian model E2 : 120 V AC area in any AM station, turn off the receiver. FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Useable sensitivity 11.2... AM tuning scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. After tuning in E model TW : Taiwan model AUS : Australian model KR : Korea model MY : Malaysia model SP : Singapore model TH : Thai model 2 STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 1) Measured under the following conditions: Area code US, CND AEP, UK,...
... ECM-AC2 (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Abbreviation CND : Canadian model E2 : 120 V AC area in any AM station, turn off the receiver. FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Useable sensitivity 11.2... AM tuning scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure. After tuning in E model TW : Taiwan model AUS : Australian model KR : Korea model MY : Malaysia model SP : Singapore model TH : Thai model 2 STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 1) Measured under the following conditions: Area code US, CND AEP, UK,...
Service Manual
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...to check AC leakage. Using an AC voltmeter to use these instruments. 2. MODEL IDENTIFICATION - MODEL DG500: US DG500: CND DG500: AEP, UK DG500: TH DG500: AUS DG500: TW DG500: KR DG500: E2 DG600: US DG600: CND DG600: TH DG600: E2 DG600: MY, SP DG500: MY, SP PART No. 2-661-146-0s 2-661-146-1s 2-... IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY. ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT À LA SÉCURITÉ!! The Simpson 250 and Sanwa SH-63Trd are suitable. (See Fig. STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 SAFETY CHECK-OUT (US MODEL) After correcting the original service problem, perform ...
...to check AC leakage. Using an AC voltmeter to use these instruments. 2. MODEL IDENTIFICATION - MODEL DG500: US DG500: CND DG500: AEP, UK DG500: TH DG500: AUS DG500: TW DG500: KR DG500: E2 DG600: US DG600: CND DG600: TH DG600: E2 DG600: MY, SP DG500: MY, SP PART No. 2-661-146-0s 2-661-146-1s 2-... IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY. ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT À LA SÉCURITÉ!! The Simpson 250 and Sanwa SH-63Trd are suitable. (See Fig. STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 SAFETY CHECK-OUT (US MODEL) After correcting the original service problem, perform ...
Service Manual
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... Printed Wiring Board - Schematic Diagram - Back Panel Section 60 5-4. GENERAL Description and location of parts (STR-DG500 5 Description and location of parts (STR-DG600: US, CND model 7 2. DISASSEMBLY 2-1. DIGITAL Board 12 2-5. TEST MODE 14 4. DIAGRAMS 4-1. Block Diagram - Block Diagram ...EXPLODED VIEWS 5-1. Front Panel Section 59 5-3. XM Section (DG600: US, CND model 41 4-31. Display Section 43 4-34. Power Section 45 4-36. Case Section 58 5-2. STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Block Diagram - Schematic Diagram - ...
... Printed Wiring Board - Schematic Diagram - Back Panel Section 60 5-4. GENERAL Description and location of parts (STR-DG500 5 Description and location of parts (STR-DG600: US, CND model 7 2. DISASSEMBLY 2-1. DIGITAL Board 12 2-5. TEST MODE 14 4. DIAGRAMS 4-1. Block Diagram - Block Diagram ...EXPLODED VIEWS 5-1. Front Panel Section 59 5-3. XM Section (DG600: US, CND model 41 4-31. Display Section 43 4-34. Power Section 45 4-36. Case Section 58 5-2. STR-DG500/DG600 Ver. 1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Block Diagram - Schematic Diagram - ...