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S O N Y, 3-860-516-14(2) ® FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DE915 STR-DE715 STR-DE615 STR-D660Z STR-D560Z © 1997 by Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION TO REDUCE THE FISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DE NOT REMOVE COVER [OA RACK] NO USER-BSERVICEABLE PARTS WIDE This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. A This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television ~ reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ~ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. — Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. A CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in’ this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. 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. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. STR-DE915/STR-DE715/ STR-DE615/STR-D660Z/ STR-D560Z Serial No. — For the customers in Canada CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. . Precautions On safety * Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Base ea On power sources * Before operating the receiver, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver. The receiver is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off. If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer. Should the AC power cord need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only. On placement * Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct - sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. On operation * Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver. On cleaning —e Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use'any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. bout This Manual : instructions in this manual are for dels STR-DE915, DE715, DE615, 50Z, and D560Z. Check your model nber by looking at the upper right ner of the front panel. In this nual, the USA and Canadian STR- 915 and the programmable remote amander RM-P501 (supplied with STR-DE915, DE715, and D660Z) are « for illustration purposes unless ted othewise. Any difference in *ration is clearly indicated in the text, example, “STR-DE915/DE715 >A, Canada) only.” ye of differences Model DE915 DE715 D660Z Say DE615 D560Z ideo inputs @ TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started Unpacking 4 Hookup Overview 4 Antenna Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 5 Speaker System Hookups 6 TV/VCR Hookups 9 Digital Component Hookups (STR-DE915 only) 10 AC Hookups 11 Before You Use Your Receiver 11 Receiver Operations Selecting a Component 12 Receiving Broadcasts 15 Presetting Radio Stations 16 Indexing Preset Stations and Program Sources 16 Recording 17 iin Dolby Using the Sleep Timer 18 ad «cessor gitaljacks @ Dolby Surround Setup INPUT кс © © Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only) 19 ntrol A1/ , | Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) 20 @ DE715* ntrol S L . Ne 65 | Sound Adjustment EAKER ¢ ¢ “Using Pre-programmed Sound Fields 22 Mmector = Customizing the Sound Fields 25 TS e DE715 Dé60Z USA and Canadian models only nventions . The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. A “Quick Reference Guide” is supplied on the back cover. The “Remote Button Descriptions” section on page 37 provides an overview of the remote buttons. The following icons are used in this manual: : Indicates that you can use only the remote to do the task. «e Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier. is receiver incorporates the Dolby* o Logic Surround system. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. DOLBY, the double-D symbol XI, “AC-3,7 and “PRO LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. т Advanced Remote Operations Operating One Component While Using Another (background operation) 29 Changing the Factory Setting of a FUNCTION Button 29 Programming the Remote (STR-DE915/DE715/D660Z only) 30 Additional Information Troubleshooting 31 Specifications 32 Glossary 33 Table of Functions of the SET UP Button 35 Rear Panel Descriptions 36 Remote Button Descriptions 37 Index 39 Quick Reference Guide Back cover Getting Started Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the receiver: e FM wire antenna (1) * AM loop antenna (1) * Remote commander (remote) (1) RM-P501 (STR-DE915/DE715/D660Z only) RM-U501 (STR-DE615/D560Z only) * Size AA (R6) batteries (2) e Audio/ video cable (1) (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only) e Control S cord (1) (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only) Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with the + and — on the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor IM on the receiver. 'Q When to replace batteries Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace both batteries with new ones. Notes * Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. e Do not use a new battery with an old one. Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction. + If you don't use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. ро 7; Hookup Overview The receiver allows you to connéct and control the following audio/video components. Follow the hookup procedures for the components that you want to connect to the receiver on the pages specified. To leam the locations and names of each jacks, see “Rear Panel Descriptions” on page 36. TV/VCR Hookups (9) Antenna Hookups (5) Speak Digital Component peaker Hookups (10) AM/FM antenna System Hookups DVD player (6) Front Front speaker VCR - speaker (L) Active (R) LD player woofer i | =. _ 7 | | — 1 1 Rear CD player Center | | Wireless Rear : speaker | | rear speaker Video camera recorder Audio Component Hookups (5) Video game Before you get started * Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. * Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed. * Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise... . * When connecting an audio/video cable, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: Yellow (video) to Yellow; White (left, audio) to White; and Red (right, audio) to Red. - Antenna Hookups Overview This section describes how to connect AM and FM antennas to the receiver. If you want to receive radio broadcasts with the receiver, complete these ronnections first, then go to the following pages. ANTENNA kam] — What antennas will | need? » FM wire antenna (supplied) (1) * AM loop antenna (supplied) (1) Hookups FM wire antenna Receiver AM loop antenna | ——— ———— — TS) AM fuser connecting №, e wire antenna, Ce) S keep it as mu 4 horizontal as COAXIAL = © If you have poor FM reception Connect a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to an FM outdoor antenna. FM outdoor antenna “e Receiver 700 COAXIAL 4 ANTENNA Ground wire (not supplied) + To ground Getting Started Important If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. Notes e Do not use 4 SIGNAL GND for this connection. * To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and TV. | Audio Component Hookups Overview This section describes how to connect your audio components to the receiver. If you want to use the receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections. Note for STR-DE915 For digital connections, see “Digital Component Hookups (STR-DE915 only)” on page 10. S-LINK CTRLA1 (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only) || PHONO CD DAT/MD TAPE What cords will | need? Audio cords (not supplied) (1 for each CD player and turntable; 2 for each tape deck, DAT deck, or MD deck) White (L) - e White (L) Red (R) Red (R) Hookups CD player Receiver CD player Tape deck Receiver o TAPE (Continued) Getting Started DAT deck or MD deck | Receiver DAT deck or MD deck Turntable Receiver Turntable if your turntable has an earth lead To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the » SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver. CONTROL A1 Hookups (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only) * If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony CD player, tape deck, or MD deck Use a CONTROL Al cord (not supplied) to connect the S-LINK CTRL Al jack on the CD player, tape deck, or MD deck to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the receiver. Refer the separate manual “CONTROL-A1 Control System” and the Operating Instructions supplied with your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details. e |f you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector o If the CD changer's COMMAND MODE selector can be switched between CD 1, CD 2, and CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to “CD 1” and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver. However, if you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver. 'Q You can display the operating status of the component connected to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) onty) 1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP (STR-DE915 only) or DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715 only). | 2 Use the digital processing control buttons (A / V) to select CONTROL-A1. 3 Use the digital processing control buttons ( < / >) — to select the setting you want by referring to the following table. To Select Berea. Display “PLAY,” “STOP,” “PAUSE,” AUTO or “REC” for about 8 seconds when the operation switches Display “PLAY,” “STOP,” “PAUSE,” FIX “REC,” or the contents of a disc or track memo of a CD or MD whenever you press the DISPLAY button Turn off the operation status display OFF Notes e This setting is effective only when the receiver is set to TAPE, DAT /MD, VIDEO 2, or CD (see page 12). For VIDEO 2, the CD changer command mode must be “CD 2” and the CD changer must be connected to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver. For CD, the CD changer command mode must be “CD 1” and the CD changer must be connected to the CD jacks on the receiver. If the disc or track memo contains a character that the receiver cannot display, “.” appears for that character. When the Mega Control function of the CD player is active, the operating status of the main player is displayed. Speaker System Hookups Overview This section describes how to connect your speakers to the receiver. Although front (left and right) speakers are required, center and rear speakers are optional. Adding center and year speakers will enhance the surround effects. Connecting an active woofer will increase bass response. SURROUND SURROUND WOOFER SPEAKERS REAR SPEAKERS CENTER ad Tn FRONT SPEAKERS A IMPEDANCE SELECTOR . | What cords will | need? | e Speaker cord (not supplied) (1 for each speaker) Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate 5 terminal on the components: + to + and — to —. If the cords ; are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass. nT or gt LIN - e Monaural audio cord (not supplied) (1 for an active . woofer) 5 Black == Black » Hookups - Front speakers — MSTR-DE915 - Front speaker . Front speaker (R) Receiver (1) 7 00 9° i > ; $ x B STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D5602 f Front speaker Front speaker 3 (R) Receiver (L) 0 0 Rear speaker Rear speaker Getting Started Rear and center speakers NM STR-DE915 Receiver Rear speaker (R) — E SEE |] Center speaker (L) J mM STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D5607 Rear speaker (R) Receiver Center speaker (1) 00 00 ФФ [x 22] ew т J 5 Active woofer Receiver Active woofer Wireless rear speaker (STR-DE915/DE715/DE615 only) When using an optional Sony wireless rear speaker system, connect the transmitter to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER jack. Note Do not connect any other component to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER jack. 'Q If you have an additional front speaker system Connect them to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals. Note If you use front speakers with low maximum power input, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers. Getting Started 4 2 Speaker placement for STR-DE915 For the best possible surround sound, we recommend: * The best quality speakers possible * Front, center, and rear speakers of equivalent size and quality * Positioning of speakers at the same distance from the listening position (O). The center speaker, however, may be moved closer, but not beyond the straight line connecting the two -front speakers (@). The rear speakers may also be closer to listening position than the front speakers (0), to suit the configuration of your room. If the surround effect is still inadequate, adjust the CENTER DELAY and REAR DELAY parameters (see page 19). Notes * Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from the listening position than the front speakers, * When mounting the rear speakers on side walls perpendicular to the listening position they should be placed 60 - 90 cm.above the listening position (as shown below in “Speaker placement for STR-DE715/DE615/ 06607 /05602”). Depending on the shape of your room (etc.), you may wish to place the rear speakers behind you instead of on the side walls. One advantage of this placement is that you can use a pair of large floor standing speakers matching your front speakers. " Note If you place the rear speakers behind you, be sure to check the speaker location setting in the SPEAKER SETUP menu when using VIRTUAL MULTI REAR and VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT sound fields (see pages 19 and 24 for details). Speaker placement for STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z/D5607 For optimum surround sound effect, place your speakers as shown below. <= 0-0. [2 N 45° / Front speaker 8.0 Selecting the impedance Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction manual of your speakers if you're not sure of the impedance. (This information is usually printed on a label on the back of the speaker.) Rear speaker if nominal impedance of Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to your speaker is Between 4 and 8 ohms 4 Q 8 ohms or higher 8Q Selecting the speaker system If you connect only one set of front speakers, set the SPEAKERS selector on the front panel to A. If you connect two sets of front speakers, see the following: To drive Set SPEAKERS selector to Speaker system A (connected A to the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals) - Speaker system B (connected B " "to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals) Both speaker systems A and B A+B* (paralle] connection) * Do not use A+B with SOUND FIELD set to ON. ! TV/VCR Hookups Overview This section describes how to connect video components to the receiver. Note for STR-DE915 ^ For digital connections, see “Digital Component Hookups (STR -DE915 only)” on page 10. + fer RE ee a e ; LD/ DVD (STR-DE915 only) VIDEO 1 || * TV/DBS: USA, Canadian, and Australian models TV: other models TV/DBS* VIDEO 2 MONITOR E What cables will | need? +e Audio/ video cable (supplied with STR-DE715 (USA, Canada) only) (1 for each TV or LD-player; 2 for each VCR) Yellow _ Yellow , White (L) Fh White (L) i Red(R) Red (R) ED Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor) Yellow ‘Hookups ¿The arrow == indicates signal flow. $. :IV or Digital Broadcasting System (DBS) tuner BS tuners can be used with the USA, Canadian, and ¿Australian models. Receiver TV or DBS tuner a ut Getting Started TV monitor If you use a TV monitor, do not connect anything to the TV / DBS VIDEO IN jack. Receiver TV monitor VCR (via the VIDEO 1/2 jacks) If you have two VCRs, connect the second one to the VIDEO 2 jacks. Receiver VC © © © © © © © © Video camera recorder or video game (STR-DE915 only) Use the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the front panel. Video camera recorder or video game Receiver VIDEO 3 INPUT КЮ) ® ($) КЮ) Da AUDIO LD or DVD player (STR-DE915 only) If you have an additional LD or DVD player, connect it to the VIDEO 2 jacks. Receiver LD or DVD player LD player (via the VIDEO 2 jacks) (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z/D560Z onily) ” Receiver LD player (Continued) 10 Getting Started © You can play decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtracks through the speakers connected to the receiver (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) If you have a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder, you can use the receiver to amplify a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtrack with the following connections. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder. a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder etc. PRE OUT REARE FRONT O) = DVD player or LD player etc. Receiver If you have a CONTROL S compatible Sony TV, DBS tuner, monitor, VCR or LD player (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only) Use a CONTROL S cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL S (STATUS) IN (for TV, DBS tuner, or monitor) or OUT (for VCR or LD player (STR-DE715 (USA, Canada) only)) jack on the receiver to the appropriate S-LINK jack on the respective component. Refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with your TV, DBS tuner, monitor, VCR, or LD player for details. Digital Component Hookups (STR-DE915 only) Overview This section describes how to connect a LD/DVD player, DAT/MD decks, and CD player equipped with digital jack(s) to the STR-DE915. If you use a digital component, select the appropriate input mode for the component (see page 12). LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/OPTICAL © © DAT/MD IN/OUT OPTICAL CD IN OPTICAL What cords will | need? * Optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1 for a DVD, LD or CD player; 2 for a DAT or MD deck) » Coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1 for a DVD or LD player) «_ 11) CL} Hookups The arrow ==> indicates signal flow. LD or DVD player Receiver LD or DVD player LO 7 DVO IN AC-3 РЕ — e L@ DIGITAL DIGITAL If your LD or DVD player has an optical output jack, connect it to the LD/DVD IN OPTICAL jack. If your LD player has an RF output jack, connect it to the LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF jack of the receiver as shown below. Receiver LD player LO / DVD IN AC-3 ACA mind AF Ls N——é— CD player Receiver 10 / (МО iN O Te — | 10/0N a CON [OPTICAL ин DAT MO IN ; e DAT FDO 0 DIGITAL] DAT or MD deck Receiver DAT or MD deck - Warning regarding the playback of DAT/MD sources When playing DAT/MD sources through the receiver, do not play a DAT/MD that contains digital recordings made from a DVD player whose digital output was set to “DOLBY DIGITAL.” High volume will be output which may damage the receiver and your speakers. Notes * You cannot connect a LD or DVD player through digital connection when the LD/DVD IN OPTICAL jack is already used. In this case, connect the LD or DVD player to the LD/DVD jacks. * This receiver is compatible only with digital components using 32, 44.1, or 48-kHz sampling frequencies and not compatible with 96 kHz. * Be sure to connect digital components (CD player, DAT/ MD deck, etc.) to the analog jacks as welt as the digital jacks in order to do analog recording. AC Hookups setting the voltage selector (only on the imadels supplied with the voltage selector) Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the receiver is set to the local power supply voltage. If hot, set the selector to the correct position using a screwdriver before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. [VOLTAGE SELECT “¡Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord from this receiver and from your audio/video components to a wall outlet. If you connect other audio components to AC OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver can supply power to the connected component(s) so you can turn on/off whole system when you turn on / off the receiver. Note that pnly one switched AC outlet is supplied with the Australian STR-DE915/DE715. Getting Started AC OUTLET > to a wall outlet Caution Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to receiver's AC OUTLET does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet. Before You Use Your Receiver Before you start using your receiver, make sure that you have: * Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0). * Selected the appropriate speaker system. (For details, see “Selecting the speaker system” on page 8.) * Set BALANCE to the center position. Turn on the receiver and check the following indicator. * Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING” appears in the display. Clearing the receiver's memory Before you use your receiver for the first time or when you want to clear the receiver s memory, do the procedure below. POWER AUDIO FUNCTION > VIDEO FUNCTION > MODE 1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Press down VIDEO FUNCTION >, AUDIO FUNCTION >, MODE, and POWER simultaneously. The contents of the memory (preset station and other parameter settings) are erased. 11 12 Receiver Operations Selecting a Component To listen to or watch a connected component, first select the function on the receiver or with the remote. Before you begin, make sure you have: Connected all components securely and correctly as indicated on pages 4 to 11. . e Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0) to avoid damaging your speakers. Digital processing control buttons POWER DIRECT PASS SET UP MASTER VOLUME Er |. _ _ EF Г — == BON = Sd eee] | Lala! 1 VIDEO/AUDIO PHONES FUNCTION INPUT BASS BALANCE SPEAKERS MODE BOOST 1 Press POWER to turn on the receiver. 2 Select the component you want to use: To watch or Press To light up listen to (repeatedly) Video tapes VIDEO VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 FUNCTION Video camera VIDEO VIDEO 3 recorder or video FUNCTION” game (STR-DE915 only) Laser discs VIDEO LD/DVD (STR- FUNCTION DE915 only) or VIDEO 2 (STR- DE715/DE615/ D660Z /D560Z only) DVD (STR-DE915 VIDEO LD/DVD only) FUNCTION TV programs VIDEO TV/DBS* (STR- FUNCTION DE915 (USA, Canada, and Australia)/ DE715/DE615/ D660Z /D560Z only) or TV (STR-DE915 (for all other countries) only) Audio tapes AUDIO TAPE FUNCTION Digital Audio Tapes AUDIO DAT/MD (DAT) or MiniDiscs FUNCTION (MD) To watch or Press To light up listen to (repeatedly) Compact Discs (CD) AUDIO CD FUNCTION Radio programs AUDIO TUNER FUNCTION Records AUDIO PHONO FUNCTION * DBS tuners can be used with the USA, Canadian, and Australian models. Turn on the component, for example, a CD player, and then start playing. To tune in radio stations on this receiver, see “Receiving Broadcasts” on page 15. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume. To adjust the volume of the TV's speakers, use the volume control on the TV. ” To listen to digital program sources (STR-DE915 only) Do the procedure below. 1 Do Steps 1 and 2 above to select the component. 2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select input mode for the component. When you select The receiver selects AUTO INPUT the component connected to the following jack(s) (listed in order of priority): 1 the LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF jack” 2 the OPTICAL jack 3 the analog jacks DIGITAL (AC-3 RF) the component connected to the (appears only when LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF jack you selected LD/ DVD in Step 1) DIGITAL(OPTICAL) the component connected to the OPTICAL jack ANALOG INPUT the component connected to the analog jacks * Only when you selected LD/DVD in Step 1 To play the decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR- DE715/DE615/D6602/D560Z only) Press 5.1/DVD INPUT so that the 5.1 INPUT indicator lights up. Receiver Operations ram pu To Do this Mute the sound [1] Press MUTING on the remote. Press \ again to restore the sound. Press BASS BOOST to turn on the Reinforce the bass BASS BOOST indicator Adjust the balance of Turn BALANCE left or right front speakers © When you listen with headphones Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set SPEAKERS to OFF. 'Q When you want to enjoy high quality sound Press DIRECT PASS to bypass the tone controls, bass reinforcement, and surrround effects. The DIRECT PASS indicator lights up. ” To select another component when a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program source is selected (STR-DE715/ D£615/D660Z/D560Z only) Press VIDEO/ AUDIO FUNCTION to turn off the 5.1 INPUT indicator. Note BASS BOOST, DIRECT PASS, and SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF buttons do not operate when the 5.1 INPUT indicator is on. ; Y You can adjust the brightness of the display 1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP (STR-DE915 only), DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715/ D6s0Z only), or DISPL SETUP (STR-DE615/D560Z only). . 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A / V ta select DIMMER. 3 Use the digital processing control buttons ( < / > ) "to adjust the brightness. Watching TV/video programs To watch Do this TV programs Turn on both the TV and the receiver and press VIDEO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TV /DBS (or TV) indicator lights up Videos, laser discs or 1 Press VIDEO FUNCTION DVD repeatedly to select the component (for example, VIDEO 1). 2 Tum on the TV and set the TV's video input to match your video component. 3 Turn on the component (VCR, LD/ DVD player), and start playback. X When you watch TV or video programs We recommend you play audio portion through the receiver instead of your TV's speakers. This lets you take advantage of the receiver's surround sound effects, like Dolby Surround, and lets you use the receiver's remote to control the audio. Turn off the speakers on your TV before you start so you can enjoy the surround sound from your receiver. Using the remote [| The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony components that are connected to it. CONTROL/ FUNCTION 5.1 INPUT Press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION buttons to select the component you want to use. The receiver and the selected component turn on. The SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION buttons on the remote are factory-set as follows: To play Press Video tapes VIDEO 1 (VTR*), | VIDEO 2 (VTR 1°) or VIDEO 3 (VIR 2%) Laser discs or DVD LD TV programs TV Audio tapes TAPE Digital Audio Tapes DAT/MD (DAT) or MiniDiscs (MD) Compact Discs (CD) CD Radio programs TUNER Records PHONO * Sony VCRs are operated with a VIR 1, 2, or 3 setting that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS, respectively. (Continued) 13 Receiver Operations Note Making components selectable/ Pressing a SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button unselectable will activate the component indicated for that button (L.e., the component connected to the respective You can do these settings so that certain components connector). If, however, the connected component is become unselectable even if you press AUDIO/ VIDEO different from the one indicated for the button, the FUNCTION. component will not be activated when the button is pressed only once. 1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select FUNCTION For example, to watch Sony LD player connected to the HOOKUP (STR-DE915/DE715/ D660Z only) or VIDEO 2 jacks (as shown on page 9): ) FUNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/D560Z only). Press VIDEO 2 to switch the function, then press LD to set the remote control to operate the LD player. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A | To play the decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program Y) to select a component. source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR- a DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) 3 Usethe digital processing control buttons ( < / Press 5.1 INPUT so that the 5.1 INPUT indicator on > ) to select CONNECT (selectable) or NO (unselectable) (STR-DE915 only) or YES the main unit lights up. ghts up (selectable) or NO (unselectable) (STR-DE715/ If you want to change the factory setting of a D6607 only) or -Y— (selectable) or -N- button (unselectable) (STR-DE615/D560Z only). See page 29. Notes If the component does not turn on * When the receiver accepts the signal from the S-LINK Press the power switch on the component. CTRL Al jack or CTRL S (STATUS) IN or OUT jack to select that component which is set to NO on the receiver, 2 Start playing. the setting changes to CONNECT or YES automatically See “Remote Button Descriptions” on page 37 for and the component is selected (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, details. ° Canada) only). If you try to select the component which is set to NO or —N- using the remote, “NO CONNECTION” (STR- DE915/DE715/D660Z only) or “CANNOT USE” (STR- DE615/D560Z only) appears in the display. To turn off the components Press SYSTEM OFF. This will also turn off the video/ audio component(s) connected to AC OUTLET on the back of this unit at the same time. "QI you use a Sony TV When you press TV to watch a TV program, the TV TT ) turns on and switches to the TV input. The TV also turns on automatically and switches to the appropriate video input when you press VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2. If the TV does not switch to the appropriate input automatically, press TV / VIDEO on the remote. Q Watching TV without the receiver (for Sony TVs only) Press TY CONTROL ON to set the remote to operate TV - functions only. When you press this button, the TV turns on and switches to the TV input. If the TV does aa. TT not automatically switch to the TV input, press TV/ VIDEO. 'Q To select another component when a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program source is selected (STR-DE715/ DE615/D6602/D560Z only) Press any SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button to - turn off the 5.1 INPUT indicator on the main unit. 14 Receiver Operations | eceiving Broadcasts is receiver lets you enter a station's frequency ectly by using the numeric buttons (direct tuning). If u don’t know the frequency of the station you want, » “Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations itomatic turiing)"on this page. - fore you begin, make sure you have: Zonnected an FM/AM antenna to the receiver as ndicated on page 5. selected the appropriate speaker system. (For details, iee “Selecting the speaker system” on page 8.) Numeric buttons WER TUNING +/~ | AUDIO FUNCTION =] ob Hr = 2 || || = Yard oO: [+ | MODE DISPLAY DIRECT FM/AM Press POWER to turn on the receiver. Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. The last received station is tuned in. Press FM / AM to select FM or AM stations. Press DIRECT. Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency. Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz 1 0 2 5 0 О’ О * О * О * О Example 2: AM 1350kHz (You don’t have to enter the last “0.”) 0*0*0 When you tune in AM stations, adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. receive other stations peat Steps 3 to 5. "If the STEREO indicator remains off Press FM MODE even when an FM stereo broadcast is received. ul 'Q if an FM stereo program is distorted The STEREO indicator flashes. Press FM MODE to change to monaural (MONO). You will not have the stereo effect but the distortion will be reduced. To return to the auto stereo mode, press this button again. 'Q If you cannot tune in a station and the entered numbers are flashing Make sure you've entered the right frequency. If not, press DIRECT and reenter the frequency you want. If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not used in your area. 'Q To watch FM simulcast TV programs Make sure that you tune in the simulcast program on both the TV (or VCR) and the receiver. 'Q If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning interval The entered value is automatically rounded up or down to the closest covered value. Tuning intervals for direct tuning are: FM: 50 kHz intervals AM: 10 kHz intervals (USA and Canadian model only; to change to 9 kHz intervals, see page 33.) 9 kHz intervals (Australian model only) 9 kHz intervals (models for all other countries; to change to 10 kHz intervals, see page 33.) Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations (automatic tuning) If you don’t know the frequency of the radio station you want, you can have the receiver scan all the receivable stations to locate the one you want. 1 Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the display. Press FM/ AM to select FM or AM. Press TUNING + or — Press the + button for a higher station number, press thé - button for a lower one. When you tune past either end of the band, the receiver automatically jumps to the opposite end and continues scanning in the same direction. Every time a station is received, the receiver stops scanning. To continue scanning, press the button again. 16 Receiver Operations Presetting Radio Stations You'll most likely want to preset the receiver with the radio stations you listen to often so that you don’t have to tune in the station every time. The receiver can store a total of 30 FM or AM stations. You can store the stations on preset numbers combining 3 characters (A, B and C) and numbers (0-9). For example, you can __ store a station as preset number Al, B6, or C9. PRESET TUNING +/— Numeric buttons MEMORY SHIFT AUDIO FUNCTION 1 Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Tune in the station you want. If you are not familiar with how to tune in a station, see “Receiving Broadcasts” on page 15. 3 Press MEMORY.. “MEMORY” appears for a few seconds. Do Steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out. 4 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C). Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A,” “B” or “C” appear in the display. 5 Press the number you want to use (0 to 9). If “MEMORY” goes out before you specify the preset number, start again from Step 3. © Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to preset other stations. To change a preset station Preset a new station on the number you want to change. Note — If the AC power cord is disconnected for about one week, the preset stations will be cleared from the receiver's memory, and you will have to preset the stations again. Tuning preset stations (preset tuning) You can tune directly to a preset station by entering its preset number. If you don't know which stations are preset on which numbers, you can tune by scanning the preset stations. 1 Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, Bor C), then press the number. For example, select A and then press 7 to tune in the station preset as A7. "Ç You can tune by scanning the preset stations Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up, and then press DISPLAY so that the frequency display appears. Then press PRESET TUNING + or — to select the station you want. Each time you press the buttons, the preset numbers change as follows: Ale—+A2«—...—A0—B1<«—B24—...+—BO Da Indexing Preset Stations and Program Sources You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations (station index) and program sources. These index names (for example, “VHS” appear in the receiver's display when a station or program source is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station or program source. This function is useful for distinguishing components of the same kind; 2 VCRs, for example, can be specified as “VHS” and “8MM,” respectively. It is also handy for identifying components connected to jacks meant for another type of component; for example, a second CD - player connected to the DAT / MD jacks. Digital processing DPC MODE control buttons DISPLAY VIDEO/AUDIO FUNCTION To index a preset station Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. The last station you received is tuned in. To index a program source Select the program source (compónent) to be named, then go to Step 3. Tune in the preset station you want to create an index for. If you are not familiar with how to tune in preset stations, see “Tuning preset stations (preset tuning)” on page 16. Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the INDEX indicator lights up. Create an index name by using the digital processing control buttons as follows: Press A or V to select a character, and then press > to move the cursor to the next position. The index name is stored automatically. To insert a space Press A or V until a blank space appears in the display (the space is between “"” and “A” (STR- DE915/DE715/D660Z) or “]” and “A” (STR- DE615/D560Z)). ^ If you've made a mistake Press < or >> repeatedly until the character you want to change flashes. Then select the right character. assign index names to other stations reat Steps 2 to 4. You can display either the preset station name (program source name) or frequency (component originally meant for the selected jacks) Each time you press DISPLAY, the display switches between the frequency (or component originally meant for the selected jacks) and the preset station name (program source name). You can create an index name for the component connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z/D560Z only) Press 5.1/DVD INPUT-and do the procedure above starting from Step 3. wo E E Receiver Operations E Recording This receiver makes it easy to record to and from the components connected to the receiver. You don't have to connect playback and recording components directly: once you select a program source on the receiver, you can record and edit as you normally would using the controls on each component. Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly. Jero : QD q 280015555885 коб О e | полая | T | { VIDEO/AUDIO FUNCTION | | Playback component {program source) Recording component (tape deck, DAT deck, MD deck, VCR) =: Audio signal flow =; Video signal flow Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a cassette tape, Digital Audio Tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the instruction manual of your cassette deck, DAT deck, or MD deck if you need help. 1 Select the component to be recorded. 2 Set the component to be ready for playing. For example, insert a CD into the CD player. 3 Insert a blank tape or an MD into the recording deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary. 4 Start recording on the recording deck and then start playing the component. Notes * You cannot record analog audio signal from a program source connected to the LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/OPTICAL, LD/DVD jack (STR-DE915 only), or 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR- DE715/DE615/D660Z /D560Z only). Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the DAT/MD OUT OPTICAL jack (STR-DE915 only), TAPE REC OUT jacks, and DAT /MD REC OUT jacks . 17 18 Receiver Operations Recording on a video tape You can record from a VCR, a TV, or an LD player using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See your VCR or LD player's instruction manual if you need help. 1 Select the program source to be recorded. 2 Set the component to be ready for playing. For example, insert the laser disc you want to record from into the LD player. 3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2) for recording. 4 Start recording on the recording VCR and then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want to record. "Ç You can record sound from a different audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or laser disc Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original. To resume audio recording from the original, select the video source again. - Note You cannot record audio from a program source connected to the LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/OPTICAL or LD/DVD jack (STR-DE915 only) or 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z / D560Z only). - Using the Sleep Timer T| You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a time you specify. Ce) SLEEP re + SO Press SLEEP on the remote while the power is on. Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown below. Г” 2:00:00 — 1:30:00— 1:00:00 — 0:30:00 — OFF 7 The display dims after you specify the time. Note On the STR-DE615 and D560Z, “—” appears instead of “:”. "Ç You can freely specify the time Press SLEEP first, then specify the time you want using the digital processing control buttons ( A or V ). The sleep time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can specify up to 5 hours. "QG You can check the time remaining before the receiver turns off Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display. Dolby Surround Setup Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only) To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the type of speakers you have connected and the location of the rear speakers. Then use the test tone to adjust the speaker volumes to the same level. Digital processing | control buttons SET UP Specifying the speaker type and the location of the rear speakers 1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select SPEAKER SETUP. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A / V ) to select the parameter to be set and use the buttons ( < / > ) to select the setting. FRONT SP. (front speaker) * If you connect large speakers that will efféctively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.” * When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an - inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the Delby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and output the front channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers. CENTER SP. (center speaker size) le If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.” у When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the | lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers, subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers. * If you do not connect the center speaker, select “NO.” REAR SP. (rear speaker) * If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.” When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and output the rear channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers. * If you do not connect rear speakers, select “NO.” REAR SP. (rear speaker place) This parameter lets you specify the location of your rear speakers for proper implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT and VIRTUAL MULTI REAR sound fields. Refer to the illustration below. * Set to SIDE if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section @. * Set to BEHIND if the location of your rear speakers corresponds to section ©. This setting affects only the VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT and VIRTUAL MULTI REAR sound fields. Note that this parameter does not appear when the REAR SP. (rear speaker) parameter is set to “NO.” SUB WOOFER (subwoofer selection) ® If you connect a subwoofer, select “YES” to output the LFE (low frequency extension) channel from the subwoofer. * If you do not connect a subwoofer, select “NO.” This activates the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers. or oz. — - 'Q If you feel the surround effect is inadequate Do the procedure below to adjust the delay time for the center and rear speakers. 1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A/V) to select CENTER DELAY or REAR DELAY and use the buttons ( < / > )to select the delay time. 19 20 Dolby Surround Setup Adjusting the speaker volume [1] Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the volume of each speaker. Note This receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker yolume adjustment. „> GENRE SOUND FIELD TEST TONE ON/OFF MODE DPC MODE DIGITAL PROCESSING CONTROL 1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the sound field. 2 Press GENRE repeatedly to select “DOLBY.” 3 Press MODE to select “NORMAL SURROUND” or “ENHANCED SURROUND.” 4 Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. 5 Press TEST TONE. You will hear the test tone (see page 22) from each speaker in sequence. 6 From your listening position, use the digital processing control buttons (A / V) to select the parameter to be set and use the buttons (< / >) to select the setting so that the test tone can be heard at the same level from all speakers. To adjust Select And set between rear speaker Ñ REARLR L (left) and R (right) balance rear speaker REAR —20.0dB and +10.0dB level (in 0.5 dB steps) center speaker CENTER —20.0dB and +10.0dB level (in 0.5 dB steps) subwoofer SUB WOOFER -20.0dB and +10.0dB level (in 0.5 dB steps) During adjustment of the respective speaker level / balance, the test tone is output from the speaker(s) only. After adjusting the subwoofer level, the test tone turns off automatically. To turn off the test tone Press TEST TONE. Notes * Be sure to select "NORMAL SURROUND" or “ENHANCED SURROUND" before outputting the test tone. The test tone is not output when: — "MUTING” appears in the display. PE EE EE Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) To obtain the best possible Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound, first select the center mode according to your speaker system. Then, adjust the sound parameters of the PRO LOGIC sound field. Note that you must have at least one additional pair of speakers and/or one center speaker to do the following adjustments. - Digital processing control buttons SET UP BALANCE @ © @ я О ВВ © gaie I ge sr CG O +— TEST TONE — CENTER LEVEL +/— LO: Ol _ REAR —— — LEVEL 47 na Oi 0 DT Dolby Surround Setup Selecting the center mode | Adjusting the speaker volume |] The receiver offers you four center modes: The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your PHANTOM, 3 CH LOGIC, NORMAL, and WIDE. Each speakers to the same level. (If all of your speakers have mode is designed for a different speaker configuration. equal performance, you don't have to adjust the Select the mode that best suits your speaker system speaker volume.) configuration. Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the 1 Press SET UP on the main unit repeatedly to ‘ volume level from your listening position. select CENTER MODE (STR-DE715/D660Z) or CTR MODE (STR-DE615/D560Z). 1 DoSteps1to3on page 22 to select the PRO LOGIC sound field. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A / V / </> )to select the center mode you want 2 Make sure the center mode setting is correctly by referring to the following table. made (see the table on this page). If you have Select So that 3 Press TEST TONE on the remote. Front and rear PHANTOM The sound of the You will hear the test tone from each speaker speakers, no center center channel is sequentially. speaker output from the front speakers 4 Adjust the volume levels so that you hear the test Front and center 3 CH LOGIC The sound of the tone from each speaker at the same volume level speakers, no rear (3Channel rear channel > when you are in your listening position: speaker Logic) ont speskers © * To adjust the balance of the front right and front left speakers, use the BALANCE control on the Front and rear NORMAL The bass sound of front of the main unit. speakers, and a small the center channel * To adjust the level of center speaker, press center speaker is output from the (because a small * To adjust the level of rear speakers, press REAR speaker cannot LEVEL + or — on the remote. - preduce enough bass) 5 Press TEST TONE on the remote to turn off the Front and rear WIDE You can obtain test tone. speakers, and a “complete” Dolby center speaker Pro Logic Surround м, equivalent to your sound Q You can adjust all the speakers at one time front speakers Adjust MASTER VOLUME. - - 'Q You can increase the output level of the rear speakers You can raise the output of the rear speakers by 5 dB. When turning on the receiver, press POWER and MODE simultaneously to display “GAIN UP.” To return the output level to normal, repeat this procedure to display “GAIN NORMAL" (STR-DE715/D660Z) or “GAIN NORM” (STR-DE615/D560Z). Loom oz . — - (Continued) 21 ee. Dolby Surround Setup "Q What is the test tofia? Signal given out by the receiver for adjusting the speaker volume. The test tone will come out as follows: * In a system with a center speaker (NORMAL/WIDE 13 CH LOGIC modes) The test tone is output from the front L (left), center, front R (right), and rear speakers in succession. Front (R 3 CH LOGIC [9 Rear (L, R) 1] NORMAL/WIDE * In asystem without a center speaker (PHANTOM mode) The test tone is output from the front and the rear speakers alternately. Front (L, R) (a Î PHANTOM оо Rear (L, R) + - 22 Sound Adjustment | Using Pre-programmed Sound Fields You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want to play. SOUND FIELD ON/OFF Lo. 55 To "4 28557 em emmy et © ood ==" Coma bio ole ojo! oo eso (1 5 e oo | GENRE MODE 1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the sound field. One of the indicators lights up in the display. 2 Press GENRE to select the type of sound field you desire. 3 Press MODE to select the mode you desire from the respective genre. Select the appropriate sound field according to the chart on page 23 or 25. To play without surround effects Select “ACOUSTIC” from MUSIC. The surround effects are defeated but you can still adjust the tone parameter (see page 27). To turn off the sound fields Press SOUND FIELD ON / OFF, 'Q You can find Dolby Surround-encoded software by looking at the packaging However, some videos and laser discs may use Dolby Surround sound even if it's not indicated on the package. Notes * Do not select both speakers (A+B) with the SPEAKERS selector when using sound fields. * Sound fields are turned off whenever the program source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks is selected (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z / D560Z only). Sound Adjustment Sound fields for STR-DE915 GENRE MODE To GENRE MODE To MUSIC SMALL HALL Reproduce the acoustics of a DOLBY" NORMAL Decode programs processed ———~———————— rectangular concert hall. Ideal SURROUND with Dolby Surround LARGE HALL for soft acoustic sounds. ENHANCED Provide a greater sence of SMALL OPERA Reproduce the acoustics of a SURROUND presence from Dolby Digital HOUSE opera house sources with monaural rear _—_— channel sound LARGE OPERA HOUSE MOVIE CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound ^ А characteristics of the Sony SMALL JAZZ Reproduce the acoustics of a Pictures Entertainment “Cary CLUB jazz club Grant Theater” cinema Co . LARGE JAZZ production studio CLUB CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the oF the Sony CHURCH Reproduce the acoustics of a Pictures Entertainment “Kim church Novak Theater” cinema LIVE HOUSE Reproduce the acoustics of a production studio live house CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound ACOUSTIC? Reproduce normal 2 channel С characteristics of the Sony stereo. (No surround effects) Pictures Entertainment scoring stage KARAOKE» Reduce the vocals of a normal 2 channel music source SMALL THEATER Add the acoustic reflections of ——————————— a theater to decoded Dolby SPORTS ARENA Reproduce the feeling of MEDIUM Surround signals being in a front row of a large THEATER concert arena. Great for rock LARGE THEATER music NIGHT THEATER Watch a movie at low volume STADIUM air TE ofa during the night-time for sporting events or electric MONO MOVIE Create a theater-like sounds. environment from movies with 2 channel monaural GAME GAME Obtain maximum audio soundtracks impact from video game software 3D VIRTUAL Use 3D sound imaging to ENHANCED A — create virtual rear speakers 1) Be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/or from the sound of thé front rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby Digital (AC- speakers without using actual 3) Surround Sound (page 20). rear speakers as shown in the th d к ; illustration @ on page 24 2) The hookups of the center and/or rear speakers are unnecessary. VIRTUAL Use 3D sound imaging to 3) This parameter has no effect on the music source that has ENHANCEDB create virtual rear speakers separate vocal channel (e.g., a Video CD containing from the sound of the front Karaoke track speakers without using actual araoke tracks). rear speakers as shown in the , illustration @ on page 24 (Continued) VIRTUAL REAR Use 3D sound imaging to shift SHIFT the sound af the rear speakers away from the actual position - as shown in the illustration @ on page 24. The shift position — differs according to the REAR SP. setting (see page 19). VIRTUAL MULTI Use 3D sound imaging to REAR create an array of virtual rear speakers from a single pair of actual rear speakers as shown in the illustration © on page 24. The position of the virtual speakers differs according to the REAR SP. setting (see page 19). 23 24 Sound Adjustment © VIRTUAL ENHANCED A © VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT When REAR SP. is set to SIDE* вай — — ———" — — atea, ante, When REAR SP. is set to BEHIND * — — — [o Y 1 + "a rie тт 1} +34 312: - - SL SR © VIRTUAL MULTI REAR When REAR SP. is set to SIDE* в в & — — — — ——" “оно” — When REAR SP. is set to BEHIND* т Er (> R even Fa , PU |) ( ii i: LL УЧ "a, ” > Le g . A “wn E A ETA RE Fe oR НЫЕ > „ОА id. " "e, = > a - A Sa 3, „п о = „” 4," г и“ Ы = a e, “ 5 ги a», "! TE a # и — e Cet dE — ee tt ” - = л. A tt * ha — " чаи [UE Tod se... ен? в п L: front speakers (left) R: front speakers (right) C: center speaker SL: rear speaker (left) SR: rear speaker (right) i: virtual speaker .... * See page 19 for details on how to set the rear speaker place. Relationship between a Dolby-surround-sound- encoded source and sound output from the receiver Sound output from the receiver for a Dolby-surround- sound-encoded source will differ according to the contents of the sound source and the settings on the receiver, as described below. * For a sound source consisting of Discrete data When the DOLBY NORMAL SURROUND or ENHANCED SURROUND sound field is selected or the DIRECT PASS indicator is on: The DISCRETE indicator lights up and the sound is decoded and output as is for all Dolby Digital sound channels in the source. When a sound field other than ACOUSTIC and KARAOKE* is selected: The DISCRETE indicator lights up and all Dolby Digital sound channels in the source are processed with the sound field before being output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected or the sound field is turned off: The sound source is downmixed to 2 channels (L/R stereo) and output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected, you can adjust the equalizer parameters (see page 27). For a sound source with Dolby Pro Logic data When the DOLBY NORMAL SURROUND or ENHANCED SURROUND sound field is selected or the DIRECT PASS indicator is on: “PRO LOGIC” appears and the Dolby Pro Logic sound is decoded and output. When a sound field other than ACOUSTIC is selected: The sound source is processed with the sound field before being output. If the sound field genre is MOVIE (excluding MONO MOVIE sound field) or 3D, “PRO LOGIC“ appears in the display and Dolby Pro Logic sound is decoded and output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected or the sound field is turned off: The sound source is downmixed to 2 channels (L/R stereo) and output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected, you can adjust the equalizer parameters (see page-27). — - * The KARAOKE sound field reduces the level of the vocal component which is located at the center of 2-channel stereo sound. Since this sound field downmixes a 5- channel Dolby Digital source to two channels and processes it in the same way, the DISCRETE indicator does not light up in KARAOKE mode. Sound fields for STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z GENRE MODE 9 To PRO LOGIC" PRO LOGIC Decode programs processed with Dolby Surround ENHANCED Provide additional output to the rear speakers after decoding the Dolby Surround program MOVIE C(INEMA) STUDIO A Reproduce the acoustics of a sound stage of a studio producing regular movies C(INEMA) STUDIO B Reproduce the acoustics of a sound stage of a studio producing SFX or action movies with lots of sound effects THEATER Add the acoustic reflections of a theater to decoded Dolby Surround signals N(IGHT) THEATER? = В Watch a movie at low volume during the nighttime MONO MOVIE Create a theater-like environment from movies with monaural soundtracks - MUSIC S(MALL) HALL? Reproduce the acoustics of a small rectangular concert hall. Ideal for soft acoustic sounds. L(ARGE) HALL Reproduce the acoustics of a larger hall JAZZ CLUB Reproduce the acoustics of a jazz club LIVE HOUSE? Reproduce the acoustics of a live house ACOUSTIC? Reproduce normal 2 channel stereo. (No surround effects) SPORTS STADIUM Reproduce the feeling of a large open-air stadium. Great for sporting events or electric sounds. GAME GAME Obtain maximum audio impact from video game software Sound Adjustment 1) Be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/or rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (page 21). 2) Unavailable on the STR-DE615/ D560Z 3) The hookups of the center and/or rear speakers are unnecessary. Customizing the Sound Fields Each sound field is composed of a tone parameter (bass/treble) and surround sound parameters — variables of sound that create the sound image. You can customize the sound fields by adjusting some of the sound parameters to suit your listening situation. Also, since this receiver uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP), you can adjust the sound parameters electronically (STR-DE915 only). DSP automatically converts analog audio signals to digital, which lets you adjust the sound with virtually no degradation in sound quality. Once you customize the sound fields, they are stored in memory unless the receiver is unplugged for about 1 week. To change a customized sound field, make new adjustments to the sound field. Digital processing POWER control buttons DPC MODE SOUND HELD ON/OFF (Continued) 25 26 Sound Adjustment Adjustable parameters for each sound field of STR-DE915 Notes § © + Ba Ze D; e <> bs DOLBY NORMAL ENHANCED MOVIE CSTUDIO A C STUDIO 8 C STUDIO C S THEATER M THEATER L THEATER N THEATER MONO MOVIE 3D VIRTUAL ENHANCED A VIRTUAL ENHANCED 8 VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT * All the sound fields can be used with Dolby Digital (AC-3) sound sources. * The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall presence of the sound field. * The volume of the rear speakers, subwoofer, and center speaker can still be adjusted even when the DIRECT PASS indicator is on. Adjustable parameters for each sound field of STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z VIRTUAL - MULT! REAR S HALL L HALL S OPERA HOUSE L OPERA HOUSE S JAZZ CLUB L JAZZ CLUB CHURCH LIVE HOUSE ACOUSTIC KARAOKE ARENA STADIUM GAME A MUSIC ® | ® | ® | ® | ® | ® | ® | ® | Ф | ® | © 0 00000 00080 0108 0080808025 ® 0 0 0,0, 06,0 0 060 0 0 0 0 0 0 06 0 0 0 66/0000 060006 006 0 06 6 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,0 el. 0,0 0: 0 0,00 E. O O 06 AO e Y, SPORTS GAME EFFECT: effect level WALL: wall type SEAT (F-R/L-R): seat position (front-rear / left-right) REV: reverberation time LFE MIX: low frequency effect mix D. COMP: dynamic range compression R (BAL/LEV): rear speaker's balance / level W LEV: subwoofer level C LEV: center speaker level EQ: equalizer parameter * The settings of these parameters are not stored separately for each sound field. They effect all the sound fields. E/a PRO LOGIC | PROLOGIC ¡€ .'.. ENHANCED |e| |ejle'e MOVIE CSTUDIOA |ejeje'. CSTUDIOB ¡el|e|ele THEATER eje. NTHEATER” | @ | @ | @ MONO MOVIE |e |ele MUSIC S HALL” 0/00 L HALL e... JAZZ CLUB e... LIVE HOUSE” ¡e | ele ACOUSTIC e SPORTS STADIUM ol ele GAME GAME el... 1) Unavailable on the STR-DE615/D560Z 2) Adjustable only when center mode is set to PHANTOM, NORMAL, or WIDE (see page 21). 3) Adjustable only when center mode is set to 3 CH LOGIC, NORMAL, or WIDE (see page 21). Note The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall presence of the sound field. Before you get started To take advantage of Dolby Surround sound, go to “Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only)” on page 19 or “Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/DE615/D6602/D560Z only)” on page 20. These sections describe how to adjust the levels of your speaker system and customize the DOLBY (STR-DE915) or PRO LOGIC (STR-DE715/ DE615 / D660Z / D560Z) sound field. Sound Adjustment usting the equalizer parameters 2-DE915 only) 1st the equalization (bass or treble) of the front, ar and rear speakers for optimum sound. following adjustments effect all sound fields taneously. While playing a component, press DPC MODE repeatedly until the EQ indicator lights up. Use the digital processing control buttons ( À / V ) to select the parameter to be set and use the buttons ( < / >>) to select the setting. To set Select And set between bass level of the F: BASS —10.0dB and +10.0dB front speakers (in 0.5 dB steps) bass frequency of F: BASS 99Hz and 992Hz (in the front speakers 21 levels) treble level of the ~~ F: TREBLE 10.0dB and +10.0dB front speakers (in 0.5 dB steps) treble frequency of F: TREBLE = 1.0kHz and 8.6kHz the front speakers (in 21 levels) bass level of the C: BASS ~10.0dB and +10.0dB center speaker (in 0.5 dB steps) bass frequency of €: BASS 99Hz and 992Hz (in the center speaker 21 levels) treble level of the ~~ C: TREBLE ~~ -10.0dB and +10.0dB center speaker (in 0.5 dB steps) treble frequency of C: TREBLE 1.0kHz and 8.6kHz the center speaker (in 21 levels) bass level of the rear R: BASS —10.0dB and +10.0dB speakers (in 0.5 dB steps) bass frequency of R: BASS 99Hz and 992Hz (in the rear speakers 21 levels) treble level of the =~ R: TREBLE 10.0dB and +10.0dB rear speakers (in 0.5 dB steps) treble frequency of R: TREBLE 1.0kHz and 8.6kHz the rear speakers (in 21 levels) Repeat Step 2 if necessary. You can turn off the equalizer adjustments without erasing them [I] press EQ/TONE on the remote. may hear some noise as you adjust the parameters. Adjusting the tone parameter (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) Adjust the tone (bass or treble) of the front, center and rear speakers for optimum sound. You can adjust the tone of all sounds fields, including Dolby Surround. 1 Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the TONE indicator lights up. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( A! V ) to select BASS or TREBLE. 3 Use the digital processing control buttons ( < / > ) to adjust the tone level. The adjusted tone level is stored automatically. 'Q You can turn off the tone adjustments without erasing them The tone adjustments and on/off setting are stored separately for each sound field. Press DPC MODE repeatedly to turn off the TONE indicator. Adjusting the delay time (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) You can make the surround sound more effective by delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay time). You can select a delay time of 15, 20, and 30 ms. Set a short delay time when the rear speakers are located in a large room or far from your listening position. 1 Start playing a program source encoded with Dolby surround sound. 2 Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. 3 Use the digital processing control buttons ( À / V ) to select the delay time. - The current delay time appears in the display. 4 Use the digital processing control buttons ( < / > ) to adjust the delay time. | 27 28 Sound Adjustment Adjusting the effect and surround sound parameters (STR-DE915 only) Change the surround parameters to fit your listening situation. See the chart on page 26 for parameters you can adjust in each sound field. 1 Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. 2 Use the digital processing control buttons ( À / V ) to select the parameter to be set and use the buttons ( < / > )to select the setting. To Select And set between set the overall EFFECT 0% and 100% presence of the sound field" set the level of the WALL S (soft wall) and H high frequencies (hard wall) (in 17 to alter the sonic levels) character of your listening environment Select your seat SEAT position (front or rear) to simulate the acoustics of the selected position F (front) and R (rear) (in 17 levels) Select your seat SEAT position (left or right) to simulate the acoustics of the selected « - positiorr L (left) and R (right) (in 17 levels) ‘ set the lengthof REVERB time required for the reverberation from a given sound to attenuate to -60 dB S (short) and L (long) (in 17 levels) attenuate the level LFE MIX of the LFE (Low Frequency Extension) channel output from the subwoofer” MUTE, -20.0dB and 0dB (in 0.5 dB steps) compress the D.RANGE OFF, 0.1 to 0.9, STD, dynamic range of COMP MAX? the sound track 1) When the sound field is KARAOKE, this parameter adjusts the vocal presence. The higher the setting, the less dominant the vocal sound. 2) The adjustment of this parameter does not affect the level of the bass frequencies sent to the subwoofer from the front, center, or rear channels via the bass redirection circuitry. Setting this parameter to 0dB outputs the full LFE signal at the mix level determined by the recording engineer. Selecting MUTE mutes the sound of the LFE channel from the subwoofer. However, the low frequency sounds of the front, center, and rear speakers are output from the subwoofer according to the setting of each speaker (page 19). 3) Setting this parameter to OFF reproduces the sound track with no dynamic range compression. STD reproduces the sound track with the full dynamic range as intended by the recording engineer. MAX provides a dramatic compression of the dynamic range. Adjusting surround sound parameters (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only) Change the surround parameters to fit your listening situation. See the chart on page 26 for parameters you can adjust in each sound field. To adjust the parameters of the PRO LOGIC sound field, see “Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z/D560Z only)” on page 20. 1 Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up. ‚2 Usethe digital processing control buttons ( À / V ) to select the parameter you want. 3 Use the digital processing control buttons ( < / > ) to adjust the level of the parameter. The adjusted parameters are stored automatically. Note - If you make new adjustments to a sound field, the previous settings are replaced by the new-ones. — - Resetting customized sound fields to the factory settings 1 If the power is on, press POWER to turn off the power. 2 Hold down SOUND FIELD ON/OFF and press POWER. “SURR CLEAR!” appears in the display and all the sound fields are reset at once. Advanced Remote Operations | Operating One Component While Using Another (background operation) You can temporarily operate other components while listening to or watching a program. =+— Numeric and ENTER buttons BACKGROUND —-rejSfO] 1 Hold down BACKGROUND. 2 Press both the corresponding button of the component you're going to use (see the table below) and one of the following buttons at the same time; VISUAL POWER, TV / VIDEO, CH/ PRESET +/—, ANT TV/VTR, D.SKIP, >, -d, H, «< / >», Eq />>i, 11, O. Example: To start recording on a tape deck while listening to a CD . While holding down BACKGROUND, press 4 (or 5) and press @ + BW at the same time. The following buttons correspond to the components. The button Corresponds to 1 CD player 2 DAT deck 3 MD deck 4 Tape deck A 5 Tape deck B 6 LD player - 7 VCR (remote control mode VIR 1%) 8 VCR (remote control mode VTR 2%) 9 VCR (remote control mode VTR 3%) >10 DBS tuner ENTER DVD player * Sony VCRs are operated with a VIR 1, 2 or 3 setting that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS, respectively. Changing the Factory Setting of a FUNCTION Button If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons (page 13) don't match your system components, you can change them. For example, if you connect a Sony LD player to the VIDEO 2 jacks, you can assign the VIDEO 2 button to set the remote to control the LD player. Note that the settings of the TUNER and PHONO buttons cannot be changed. =p SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION Numeric and ENTER buttons és) В ВВ | 08% Ci Of 0! ADO 1 Hold down the SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button whose function you want to change (VIDEO 2, for example). 2 Press the corresponding numeric button of the component you want to assign to the SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button (6 - LD player, for example). For the numeric buttons, see the table in “Operating One Component While Using Another” on this page. Now you can use the VIDEO 2 button to control your Sony LD player. - To reset the setting to the factery setting Repeat the above procedure. 29 30 Advanced Remote Operations Programming the Remote (STR-DE915/DE715/D660Z only) The RM-P501 remote included with the STR-DE915, DE715, and D660Z can control non-Sony components by “learning” the control signals from their remotes. Once this remote learns the other components signals, you can use these components as part of your system. Additionally, if you have any Sony components that fail to operate with this remote, use this programming function. This remote can “learn” signals only from other infrared wireless remotes. Before you program signals, make sure that the two remotes: * Face straight at each other (see Step 3 below) e Are placed at a distance of about 2 inches (5 cm) * Are not moved during programming LEARN indicator VISUAL POWER > SYSTEM OFF LEARN — SYSTEM — CONTROL/ _ FUNCTION IE TTY = E B&B ED ue SÍ CES num arm >a > SU MASTER VOL - 1 Press the SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button of the component you want to program (except the TUNER and PHONO buttons). For example, if you want to program a CD player's remote, press CD. 2 Press LEARN to turn on the LEARN indicator. 3 Press the button on this unit's remote that is to “learn” the signal from the other remote. The LEARN indicator flashes slowly. Use only the shaded buttons shown above (see “Remote Button Descriptions” on page 37 for the buttons you can use to operate each component). Other remote About 2 ne (5 cm) if the LEARN indicator flashes rapidly You cannot use the button you've pressed. 4 On the other remote, select the function that the receiver 5 remote is to “learn” and hold down its button until the LEARN indicator lights steadily. 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to program other buttons. Note that each button can only “learn” one signal from another remote. 6 Press LEARN. After the LEARN indicator turns off, you can control the other component with the programmed buttons. Q When you program the recording signal Use the @ button to memorize the signal. ‘QI you cannot successfully program signals, check the following: e If the LEARN indicator does not light up at all, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries. e If the LEARN indicator does not flash or light up in Step 3 or 4, there is interference. Clear the signal as described in “Clearing the programmed signals” below and program again from the beginning. The two remotes are placed too far apart. Make sure they are only 2 inches apart. If you don’t proceed to the following steps within about 1 minute during Steps 2 and 3, the remote automatically exits learning mode. Start again from Step 2. If the memory in the remote has become full (If you program signals of Sony components, you can store about 60 signals.), you can program a new signal on a previously programmed button, but the new signal will replace the previously programmed one. Notes * You cannot turn on programmed components by pressing a SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button. You have to turn on the component's power switch. * Do not program remote signals of air conditioners or other household appliances. Clearing the programmed signals To clear all the programmed signals, do the following. The button’s functions are reset to the factory-preset. 1 Press LEARN to turn on the LEARN indicator. 2 Hold down SYSTEM OFF, VISUAL POWER, and MASTER VOL — until the LEARN indicator flashes three times and then turns off. Additional Information SD. Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. There's no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard. =» Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. =p Make sure you select the correct component on the receiver. =p Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector correctly (see page 8). > Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING” is shown in the display. =» The protective device on the receiver has been activated because of a short circuit. Turn off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on the power again. The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. =p Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. - =p Adjust the BALANCE control. - Severe hum or noise is heard." =p Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. =p Check 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. “> Place your TV away from the audio components. =p Make sure you connect a ground wire to the h SIGNAL GND terminal. =» The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. No sound is heard from the center speaker. wp Select a DOLBY (STR-DE915 only), PRO LOGIC (STR- DE715/DE615/D660Z / D560Z only), or MOVIE (except MONO MOVIE) sound field (see page 22). =p Select the appropriate speaker type and the location of the rear speakers (STR-DE915 only) or center mode (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z / D560Z only) (see pages 19 and 21). - =p Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see pages 20 and 21). A component cannot be selected. =p Check the FUNCTION HOOKUP (STR-DE915/DE715/ * D660Z only) or FUNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/D560Z only) setting of the component (see page 14). Recording cannot be made. =» Check that the components are connected correctly. =p Select the source component with the VIDEO/ AUDIO FUNCTION buttons. > You cannot record audio from a program source connected to the LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/ OPTICAL or LD/DYD jack (STR-DE915 only) or 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only). No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the rear speakers. =p Select the appropriate size of the rear speakers (STR- DE915 only) or center mode (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z / D5607 only) (see pages 19 and 21). =p Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see pages 20 and 21). =p Make sure you turned on the sound field function. Radio stations cannot be tuned in. =» Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. =» The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when you tune in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning. =» Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when you tune in AM stations with automatic tuning) (see pages 15 and 33). =p No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when you tune in with scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (see page 16). =p Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the display. Surround effect cannot be obtained. =p Turn on the sound field function. = Make sure that the SPEAKERS selector is set to A or B when you use two sets of front speakers. No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or on the monitor. = Select the appropriate function on the receiver. =p Set your TV to the appropriate input mode (press TV / VIDEO on the remote for Sony TVs). =p Place your TV away from the audio components. The remote does not function. - =p Point the remote at the remote sensor lt on the receiver. a => Remove the obstacles in the path of the remote and the receiver. => Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak. =p Make sure you select the correct function on the remote. “> Pressing TV CONTROL ON sets the remote to operate the TV only. In this case, press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION buttons before operating the receiver (etc.). =p Press POWER on the main unit to turn on the receiver and check the FUNCTION HOOKUP (FUNC HOOK UP) setting of the component you want to use. If the component is set to NO (-N-), the receiver and the component will not turn on when you press respective SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION button. 31 32 Additional Information Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION With 8-ohm load, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz, rated 100 watts per channel, minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output (USA model only). Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT Stereo mode (8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 100 W + 100 W Surround mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 0.8%) Front: 100 W/ch a Center*: 100W Rear*: 100 W/ch * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, sound will not be output. 5.1/DYD mode (unavailable on STR-DE915) (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD 0.8%) Front: 100 W/ch Center: 100W Rear: 100 W/ch Dynamic power output 155 W + 155 W, 8 ohms 220 W + 220 W, 4 ohms Harmonic distortion at rated output Less than 0.09% (with DIRECT PASS on) Frequency response PHONO: RIAA equalization curve +0.5 dB CD, TAPE, DAT/MD, ~~ VIDEO 1, 2,: 10 Hz - 50 kHz *95 dB (with DIRECT PASS on) inputs E des weighting Sensitivity Impedance network, input level) PSM Lilohms (A, 2.5 mV) CD (STR- 150 mV DE915) CD (other 200 mV models) 50 82 dB* TAPE, DAT/MD, kilohms (A, 150 mV) VIDEO 1, 2, 3 LD/DVD, TVIDBS Lovo 100 dB AC-3R (STR-DE915 — 722 (A, 20 kHz, A CD, 100 dB DAT/M OPTICAL _ _ (A,20kHz, (STR-DE915 LPF) only) 5.1 INPUT (Unavallabie 50 82 dB* on STR- 200mV | DE915) kilohms (A, 150 mV) * ‘78 IHF Outputs VIDEO 1, 2 AUDIO OUT: Voltage: 150 mV, Impedance: 10 kilohms WOOFER: Voltage: 2 V - Impedance: 1 kilohms PHONES: Accepts low and high - impedance headphones BASS BOOST STR-DE915: +6 dB at 50 HZ STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/ D560Z: +10 dB at 70 Hz TONE (unavailable on STR-DE915) +8 dB at 100 Hz and 10 kHz Digital signal processor section (STR-DE915 only) Modulation (A/D conversion) High Density Linear Converter Demadulation (D/A conversion) High Density Linear Converter (Advanced pulse D/A converter) Sampling frequency 48 kHz LFE MIX: MUTE, —20 - 0 dB, 0.5 dB step D. RANGE COMP: OFF, 0.1 - 0.9, STD, MAX REAR level: —20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step CENTER level: -20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step SUB WOOFER level: -20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step EFFECT: 21-step adjustable WALL: 17-step adjustable SEAT F/R: 17-step adjustable SEAT L/R: 17-step adjustable REVERB time: 17-step adjustable Depending on the sound field, some parameters may not be adjustable (see page 26). Surround Equalizer BAND: BASS/TREBLE Turnover frequency: Bass: 99 Hz - 992 Hz Treble: 1.0 kHz - 8.6 kHz Level: +10 dB, 0.5 dB step FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 uV Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 uV Usable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 2 y V (IHF) SIN Mono: 76 dB Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response жа.) == 0 HZ-15 kHz 3 dB Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz AM tuner section Tuning range With 10 kHz interval: 530 - 1710 kHz (USA and Canadian model only**) 530 - 1610 kHz (models for all other countries except for Australia) With 9 kHz interval: 531 - 1710 kHz (USA and Canadian model only) 531 - 1602 kHz (Australian model and models for all other countries**) Additional Information Antenna Loop antenna Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or 999 kHz) S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV /m) Harmonic distortion 0.5% (50 mV /m, 400 kHz) At9 kHz: 35dB At 10 kHz: 40 dB Selectivity ** You can change the AM tuning interval to 9 kHz (USA and Canadian model only) or to 10 kHz (models for all other countries except for Australia). After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. Hold down the PRESET TUNING + button and press the POWER button. All preset stations will be erased when you change the interval. To reset the interval to 10 kHz (or 9 kHZ), repeat the procedure. Video section inputs . 1Vp-p750hms Outputs 1 Vp-p 75 ohms General System Tuner section: PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer system Preamplifier section: Low-noise NF type equalizer Power amplifier section: Pure-complementary SEPP Power requirements USA and Canadian models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Australian model: 240 Y AC, 50 Hz Other models: 120/240/220 V AC selectable, 50/60 Hz Power consumption - STR-DE915: Canadian model: 480 VA Other models: 290 W STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z / D560Z: USA model: 280 W Canadian model: 480 VA . Australian model: 280 W Australian model: 1 switched, maximum 100 W Other models: 2 switched, total 120 W AC outlets 430 x 155 x 350 mm (17 x 6 !/e x 137/s inches) including projecting parts and controls Dimensions Mass (Approx.) STR-DE915: 11.2 kg (24 Ib 10 oz) STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z / D560Z: 9.8 kg (21 1b 9 oz) Supplied accessories See page 4. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Glossary Center mode Setting of speakers to enhance Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode. To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the type of each speaker (page 19) (STR- DE915 only) or select one of the four center modes (page 21) according to your speaker system (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z/ D5607 only). For your reference, the following table shows the relationship between the speaker type parameters and the center mode. FS Cs RS C.Mode SMALL SMALL SMALL — LARGE SMALL SMALL NORMAL SMALL SMALL LARGE — LARGE SMALL LARGE NORMAL LARGE LARGE SMALL WIDE LARGE LARGE LARGE WIDE SMALL LARGE SMALL — SMALL LARGE LARGE — SMALL NO SMALL — LARGE NO SMALL PHANT(M LARGE NO LARGE PHANTOM SMALL NO LARGE — LARGE SMALL NO — LARGE LARGE NO SMALL SMALL NO — SMALL LARGE NO — FS: Front speaker size CS: Center speaker size RS: Rear speaker size C.Mode: Dolby Pro Logic center mode Delay time Time lag between the surround sound output from front speakers and rear speakers. By adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers, you can obtain the feeling of presence. Make the delay time longer when you have placed the rear speakers in a small room or close to your listening position, and make it shorter when you have placed them ina large room or apart from your listening position. 33 34 Additional Information Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoding system of Dolby Surround sound standardized in TV programs and movies. Compared with the former Dolby Surround system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround improves sound image by using four separate channels: off-screen audio effects, on-screen dialog, left-to-right panning, and music. These channels manipulate the sound to be heard and enhance the action as it happens on the screen. To take . advantage of Dolby Pro Logic, you should have at least one pair of rear speakers and/or one center speaker. You also need to select the appropriate center mode to enjoy a full effect. Effect level Combination of the level of early reflections and — reverberation. You can adjust the effect level in 6 levels. As you select higher levels, the room becomes “live,” and as you select lower levels, the room becomes “dead.” 5.1 INPUT jacks These jacks are used to input decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 audio signals, allowing you to enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z / D5607 only). Use these jacks to connect a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder or a DVD player with a built-in AC-3 decoder. Parameter Variable of sound that composes sound image, such as tone or delay time. You can customize the pre-programmed sound fields by adjusting parameters to suit your listening situation. - Sound field Sound pattern produced by a sounding source or sources in a given environment due to direct and reflected sounds and the acoustics of the environment. Surround sound Sound that consists of three elements: direct sound, early reflected sound (early reflections) and reverberative sound (reverberation). The acoustics where you hear the sound affect the way these three sound elements are heard. These sound elements are combined in such a way that you can actually feel the size and the type of a concert hall. * Types of sound Reverberation Early reflections * Transition of sound from rear speakers Direct sound Early Level reflections Reverberation —_—— — Early reflection time Time mm An A RENT Tdi 8 Additional information Table of Functions of the SET UP Button You can make various settings using the SET UP button on the main unit and the digital processing control buttons. Operations related to each menu are explained in the previous sections. The table below describes how to access each menu. Press SET UP repeatedly teselect* Press A or V to select Then press < or > to select See page SPEAKER SETUP FRONT SP. LARGE or SMALL 19 (STR-DE915) CENTER SP. LARGE, SMALL, or NO 19 REAR SP. REAR SP. SIDE or BEHIND 19 SUB WOOFER YES or NO 19 CENTER MODE (STR-DE715/D660Z) PHANTOM — 21 ¿TR MODE (STR-DE615/D5607) 3 CH LOGIC NORMAL WIDE DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715/D660Z) DIMMER among 4 levels of brightness 13 JISPL SETUP (STR-DE615/D5607) CONTROL A1 (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, AUTO, FIX, or OFF 6 Canada) "UNCTION HOOKUP (STR-DE915/ VIDEO 1 CONNECT or NO (STR-DE915) — 14 DE715/D660Z) YES or NO (STR-DE715/D660Z) "UNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/ + VIDEO? —Y- or -N- (STR-DE615/D560Z) 25607) LD/DVD (STR-DE915) TV/DBS TAPE DAT/MD - - CD PHONO YTHER SETUP (STR-DE915) CENTER DELAY 0 to 5ms (in 1 ms steps) 19 REAR DELAY 0 to 15ms (in 5 ms steps) 19 DIMMER among 4 levels of brightness 13 CONTROL-A1 AUTO, FIX, or OFF 6 ) “PLEASE PUSH CURSOR” (STR-DE915 only) or “USE CURSOR” (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z /D560Z only) appears in the display after 4 seconds you press the SET UP button. 35 36 Additional Information Rear Panel Descriptions STR-DE915 пре pon il A 6a ME mm === Y A O CIO 00 OP! MPECANCE USE 8-180) © © © ©} cam 0000 mE | ur Te £3 232201 i STR-DE715 (DE615/D660Z/D5602) [3] [41 [8] [7] ве I [2 [3 14 15 16 AS © : [CP RES Cao q y — 24 232221 A . [1] LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF (STR- VIDEO 2 [15 IMPEDANCE SELECTOR DE915 only) VIDEO 1 AC power cord [2] LD/DVDIN/CDIN/DAT/MD [9] CTRLS(STR-DE915/DE715 AC OUTLET (Outlet shape and IN/OUT OPTICAL (STR-DE915 (USA, Canada) only) position varies according to only) (10 MONITOR destination) [3] 5.1 INPUT (STR-DEZ15/DE615/ [11] WOOFER (18) FRONT SPEAKERS (A/B) D660Z / D5607 only) [12 SURROUND SPEAKERS [19 TAPE [4] S-LINK CTRL A1 (STR-DE915/ (REAR) 20 DAT/MD DE715 (USA, Canada) only) [13 SURROUND SPEAKERS CD [5] TV/DBS (USA, Canadian, and (CENTER) 22 PHONO Australian models) WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER 23) » SIGNAL GND TV (other models) (STR-DE915/DE715/DE615 [24 ANTENNA (AM/FM) [6] LD/DVD (STR-DE915 only) only) Additional Information Remote Button Descriptions Page numbers in parentheses refer to procedures that use the remote button. In these procedures, the remote button is either required or used in place of a main-unit button with the same function and name (or a similar name). Refer to the table on the next page for an explanation of remote buttons not indicated below or for remote buttons without a corresponding button on the main unit. [1] SLEEP (18) [2] LEARN (RM-P501 only) (30) [3] VISUAL POWER (30) [4] SYSTEM OFF (14, 30) [5] SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION (12, 13, 15 to 18, 29, 30) [6] 5.1 INPUT (14, 17) TV/VIDEO (14) ENTER (29) 1 J [5] 23 6 2 ía 21} 20 [8] ЕЕ [9] 18 SS = 10) + (о) вет 16 ж) >)}| SAH — {12 15) 14 [9] TEST TONE (20, 21) 10) CENTER LEVEL +/- (21) [11] REAR LEVEL +/- (21) [12 BASS BOOST (13) [13 MASTER VOL +/- (12, 21, 30) [14 MUTING (13) [15 DPC MODE (17, 20, 27, 28) DIGITAL PROCESSING CONTROL (17, 19 to 21, 27, 28) (17 DIRECT (13) (18 EQ/TONE (27) [19 SOUND FIELD ON/OFF/ GENRE /MODE (20 to 22) SHIFT (16) BACKGROUND (29) Numeric buttons (15, 16, 29) 23 TV CONTROL ON (14) 37 Additional Information Remote Operates Function Button 0-9, >10 Receiver Selects preset numbers CD player/MD Selects track numbers. deck / LD player 0 selects track 10. TV/VCR Selects channel numbers CH/PRESET Receiver Scans and selects preset +/- stations TV/VCR Selects preset channels DISC CD player Selects discs (CD player with multi-disc changer only) D.TUNING Receiver Selects the direct tuning mode D. SKIP CD player Skips discs (CD player with multi-disc changer only) CD/DVD Searches tracks (forward or player backward) <</>> Tape deck/MD Fast forwards or rewinds deck/VCR/LD player 4d / Pi CD/DVD Skips tracks player MD deck/LD player 11 = CD/DVD Pauses play or record. (Also player/Tape starts recording with deck/MD components in record deck/LD standby.) player/VCR - > CD/DVD Starts play player/ Tape - deck/MD deck/LD CC player/ VCR E CD/DVD Stops play player / Tape deck/MD deck/LD player/VCR << Tape deck Starts play on the reverse side © Tape deck Sets tape decks to the record standby mode ® + > Tape deck/MD Starts recording when deck/ VCR pressed with I (or = on tape deck) Remote Operates Function Button RMS Tape deck Selects tape direction (tape DIRECTION decks with the RMS* function only) RMS CLEAR Tape deck Clears RMS* program (tape decks with the RMS function only) RMS Tape deck Programs tracks (tape deck DIRECTION — with the RMS* function -l / > only) ENTER TV/VCR/DBS Changes channels/discs tuner/CD when used with 0-9 player VISUAL DVD/TV/ Turns on or off the power POWER VCR/DBS tuner / LD player TV CONTROL TV Turns on the TV, switches ON the input to “TV,” and sets the remote to operate the TV -/- - TV Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit (in Europe only) SUBCH+/- TV Selects preset channels for the small picture** POSITION TV Changes the position of the small picture” * SWAP TV Swaps the small and the large picture PINP TV Activates the picture-in- picture function JUMP TV Jumps back and forth between the previous and current channels ANTTV/VTR VCR Selects output signal from the antenna terminal: TV signal or VCR program MASTER VOL TV Normally, adjusts the +/- master volume of the receiver. ITV CONTROL ON was pressed, it adjusts the . _ volume on the TV. MUTING TV Normally, mutes the sound from the receiver. If TV CONTROL ON was pressed, the sound on the TV itself is muted. SLOPE — Not applicable BAND — applicable * RMS: Random Music Sensor ++ Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function A Adjusting elay time 19, 27 effect and surround sound parameters 28 equalizer parameters 27 speaker volume 20, 21 tone parameter 27 Automatic tuning 15 Background operation 29 Battery 4 с ‚ Center mode 21, 33 Connecting. See Hookups Customizin remote 29, 30 sound field 25-28 D Delay time 19, 27, 33 Direct tuning 15 Dolby Digital 19,33 Dolby Pro Logic Surround 20-22, 34 Dolby Surround setup Dolby Digital 19, 20 Dolby Pro Logic 20-22 Dubbing. See Recording E, F, G Editing. See Recording Effect level 26, 34 H Hookups AC power cord 11 antennas 5 audio components 5, 6 CONTROL A1 6 digital components 10, 11 overview 4 speakers 6,7 /VCRs 9,10 1, J, K Indexing preset station and program source 16, 17 Labeling. See Indexing preset station and program source M, N, O Making components selectable/unselectable 14 P, Q Parameter 26-28, 34 Preset number 16 Preset station 16, 17 Preset tuning 16 R Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations. See Automatic tuning directly. See Direct tuning using preset stations. See Preset tuning Recording on an audio tape or MD 17 ona video tape 18 Remote changing the setting 29 clearing the signals 30 controlling non-Sony components 30 background operation 29 programming 30 S Scanning preset stations. See Preset tuning - radio stations 15 Selecting a component input mode 12 on the main unit 12 using the remote 13, 14 Selecting the center mode 21 Sleep timer 18 Sound field adjustable parameters 27, 28 customizing 25-28 pre-programmed 22-25, 34 resetting 28 Speakers connection 6,7 impedance 8 placement 8 selecting speaker system 8 specifying the speaker type and location of the rear speakers 19 Supplied accessories 4 Surround sound 19-22, 34 T “Test tone 22 Tuning. See Receiving broadcasts U, V Unpacking 4 W, X, Y, 2 Watching TV / video programs 13 | Names of controls Buttons BACKGROUND 29 BASS BOOST 12 CENTER LEVEL +/- 20 </>/ A/V (digital processing control) 12, 16, 19, 20, 25 DIRECT 15 DIRECT PASS 12 DISPLAY 15,16 DPC MODE 16, 20, 25 ENTER 29 FM/AM 15 FM MODE 15 GENRE 20, 22 INPUT MODE 12 LEARN 30 MASTER VOL +/- 30 MEMORY 16 MODE 11, 20, 22 MUTING 11,13 PRESET TUNING +/- 16 REAR LEVEL +/- 20 SETUP 12,19, 20 SHIFT 16 SLEEP 18 SOUND FIELD ON/OFF 20, 22, 25 SYSTEM CONTROL / FUNCTION 13, 29, 30 SYSTEM OFF 13, 30 TEST TONE 20 TUNING +/- 15 TV CONTROL ON 13 VIDEO / AUDIO FUNCTION 11, 12, 15-17 VISUAL POWER 30 Numeric buttons 15, 16, 29 5.1(/DVD) INPUT 12,13 Switch and selector INPEDANCE SELECTOR 6 POWER 11, 12, 15, 25 SPEAKERS 8,12 Connectors and terminals ANTENNA (EM/AM) 5 FRONT SPEAKERS A/B 6 4 SIGNAL GND 6 SURROUND SPEAKERS (CENTER/REAR) 6 Controls BALANCE 11, 12, 20 MASTER VOLUME 11, 12 Jacks CD 5 CD IN OPTICAL 10 CONTROLS 10 DAT/MD 5 DAT/MD IN/OUT OPTICAL 10 LD/DVD 9 LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/ OPTICAL 10 MONITOR 9 PHONES 12 PHONO 5 S-LINK CTRL A1 5 TAPE 5 TV (/DBS) 9 VIDEO 1/2 9 WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER 7 WOOFER 6 5.1 INPUT 10 Indicators BASS BOOST- 13 DIRECT PASS 13 INDEX 17 LEARN 30 STANDBY 12,15 SUR 27,28 TONE 27 5.1 INPUT 12, 14 Other AC OUTLET 11 | № 39 Sony Corporation Quick Reference Guide CN Receiving Broadcasts (direct tuning) Example: Receiving FM 102.50 MHz morse Press repeatedly until E——3 the TUNER indicator lights up. + Q Select FM. + DIRECT = + нон Display FM 102.50MHz | Scanning Radio Stations (automatic tuning) Scanning FM stations . Press repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. Example: Select the frequency O display. O Select FM. о © (To continue scanning.) Printed in Malaysia EE eo]. ———————————] АННЕ Receiving Preset Stations Example: Receiving station number A7 morue Press repeatedly until E———3 the TUNER indicator lights up. + U] Select A. + Cs Scanning Preset Stations Press repeatedly until the TUNER indicator lights up. Select the frequency display. Selecting a Component Example1: Playing a CD Press repeatedly until the CD indicator lights up. AUDIO FUNCTION + Turn on the CD player. + Start playing. Example2: Watching a video tape vom Press repeatedly until E—— the VIDEO 1 indicator lights up. + Turn on the VCR. + Start playing. . Using Pre- programmed Sound Fields Example: Watching a Dolby Surround-encoded movie on a laser disc player connected to LD/DVD (STR-DE915) or VIDEO 2 (STR-DE715/DE615/ D660Z/D560Z) vom Press repeatedly until E3 thelD/DVDor VIDEO 2 indicator lights up. + CT + GENRE Press repeatedly to select DOLBY (STR- O DE915) or PRO LOGIC (STR-DE715/ DE615/D6607/ D560Z). + MODE Press repeatedly to” select NORMAL © (STR-DE915), PRO LOGIC (STR-DE715/ DE615/D660Z/ D5607), or ENHANCED. + Turn on the LD player. + Start playing.
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