Sony STR-DE525 Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 3-864-029-11(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DE625 STR-DE525 1998 by Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 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-DE625/DE525 Serial No. For the customers in Canada...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for models STR-DE625 and DE525. Check your model number by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the USA and Canadian STR-DE625 is used for illustration purposes unless stated othewise. -
Page 4: Hooking Up The Components
Hooking Up Components This chapter describes how to connect various audio and video components to the receiver. Be sure to read the sections for the components that you have before you actually connect them to the receiver. Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the receiver: •... -
Page 5: Antenna Hookups
Antenna Hookups AM loop antenna FM wire antenna (supplied) (supplied) TV / DBS VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 CTRL S CTRL S CTRL S STATUS IN S-LINK ANTENNA VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SIGNAL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL FRONT REAR CENTER RECOUT WOOFER... -
Page 6: Audio Component Hookups
Audio Component Hookups CD player OUTPUT LINE Turntable TV / DBS VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 CTRL S CTRL S CTRL S STATUS IN S-LINK ANTENNA VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SIGNAL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL FRONT REAR CENTER RECOUT WOOFER 5.1/DVD INPUT PHONO... -
Page 7: Video Component Hookups
Video Component Hookups STR-DE625 TV or DBS tuner OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO TV / DBS VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 CTRL S CTRL S CTRL S STATUS IN S-LINK ANTENNA VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SIGNAL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL... - Page 8 Video Component Hookups STR-DE525 INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO ANTENNA TV/DBS VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SIGNAL AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL FRONT REAR CENTER RECOUT WOOFER 5.1/DVD INPUT PHONO TAPE/MD OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO TV or DBS tuner (TV or LD player) TV/DBS (Direct Broadcasting Satellite): USA, Canada, and Australia TV/LD: all countries except USA, Canada, and Australia Jacks for connecting video components Connect a...
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Page 9: 5.1 Input Hookups
5.1 Input Hookups This receiver is equipped with 5.1/DVD INPUT jacks. By connecting your DVD player or other digital video source through a multi-channel decoder (e.g., Dolby Digital (AC- 3) decoder) to these jacks, you can enjoy theater-quality Multi-Channel Surround sound in your own home. To enjoy Multi-Channel Surround sound to its full extent, you will need five speakers (two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a center speaker) and a subwoofer. -
Page 10: Other Hookups
Other Hookups CTRL S (STATUS) IN/OUT TV / DBS VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 CTRL S CTRL S CTRL S STATUS IN S-LINK ANTENNA VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SIGNAL AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL FRONT REAR CENTER RECOUT WOOFER 5.1/DVD INPUT PHONO TAPE/MD The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets on the rear panel... - Page 11 “CONTROL-A1 Control System” and the operating instructions supplied with your CD player, tape deck, or MD deck for details. • If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to “CD 1”...
- Page 12 Other Hookups Connecting the AC power cord Before connecting the AC power cord of this receiver to a wall outlet: • Connect the speaker system to the receiver (see page 14). • Turn the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost position (0).
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Page 13: Hooking Up And Setting Up The Speaker System
Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System This chapter describes how to hook up your speaker system to the receiver, how to position each speaker, and how to set up your speakers to enjoy Dolby Surround sound. SET UP GENRE SOUND FIELD ON/OFF CURSOR MODE... -
Page 14: Speaker System Hookup
• If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers. • If you are not using a Sony wireless rear speaker system, do not connect any other component to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER jack. -
Page 15: Dolby Surround Setup
Selecting the impedance (STR-DE625 only) 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.) If the nominal impedance of Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to... - Page 16 Dolby Surround Setup Selecting the center mode The receiver offers you four center modes: PHANTOM, 3CH LOGIC, NORMAL, and WIDE. Each mode is designed for a different speaker configuration. Select the mode that best suits the speakers you use. Press SET UP repeatedly until “CTR MODE” (center mode) appears in the display.
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Page 17: Before You Use Your Receiver
Before You Use Your Receiver Before turning on the receiver Make sure that you have: • Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position (0). • Selected the appropriate front speakers (see “8 SPEAKERS selector” on page 21). • Set BALANCE to the center position. 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... - Page 18 Before You Use Your Receiver There’s no sound from a specific component. / Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component. / Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) inserted fully into the jacks on both the receiver and the component.
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Page 20: Location Of Parts And Basic Amplifier Operations
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations This chapter gives you the information on the location and function of the buttons and controls on the front panel and explains basic amplifier operations. Front Panel Parts Description 1 1/u switch Press to turn the receiver on and off. Note Before you turn on the receiver, make sure that you have turned the MASTER VOLUME control to the leftmost... - Page 21 CURSOR MODE SURROUND BASS/ SET UP TREBLE INDEX SPEAKERS DIRECT DISPLAY TUNING PRESET TUNING – – TUNING SHIFT PHONES SLEEP FM MODE FM/AM MEMORY 3 5.1/DVD INPUT button Press to select the component connected to the 5.1/ DVD INPUT jacks. The 5.1/DVD INPUT indicator lights up when the component is selected.
- Page 22 Front Panel Parts Description !¢ !∞ !™ CURSOR MODE SURROUND BASS/ SET UP TREBLE INDEX SPEAKERS DIRECT DISPLAY TUNING PRESET TUNING – – TUNING SHIFT PHONES SLEEP FM MODE FM/AM MEMORY !§ !£ 9 DISPLAY button Press repeatedly to change the information on the display window as follows: Index name of the component or the preset station FUNCTION button indication or frequency...
- Page 23 !£ The following buttons operate the built-in tuner. For details, see “Receiving Broadcasts” starting from page TUNING +/– buttons Scans all the available radio stations. PRESET TUNING +/– buttons Scans all preset stations. FM MODE button If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM stereo reception is poor, press this button.
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Page 24: Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying Surround Sound This chapter describes how to set up the receiver to enjoy surround sound. You can enjoy the Dolby Surround- encoded software using this receiver. You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed “sound fields” that your receiver provides. -
Page 25: Selecting A Sound Field
Brief descriptions of buttons used to enjoy surround sound CURSOR MODE button: Press repeatedly to light up the SURROUND indicator or BASS/TREBLE indicator to customize a sound field. Cursor buttons ( ): After pressing the CURSOR MODE button or SET UP button, use these buttons to make the actual setting. - Page 26 Selecting a Sound Field Description of sound fields GENRE (type) MODE (sound field) Effects CINEMA PRO LOGIC Decodes programs processed with Dolby Pro Logic Surround C(inema) STUDIO A Reproduces the sound characteristics of a movie theater. Good for watching standard movies. C(inema) STUDIO B Reproduces the sound characteristics of a movie theater.
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Page 27: Customizing Sound Fields
Customizing Sound Fields By adjusting some of the sound parameters, you can customize sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored in memory indefinitely (unless the receiver is unplugged for about one week). You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters. -
Page 28: Adjustable Parameters For Each Sound Field
Customizing Sound Fields Adjustable parameters for each sound field Sound field mode GENRE MODE — — CINEMA PRO LOGIC C STUDIO A C STUDIO B C STUDIO C N THEATER MONO MOVIE MUSIC HALL JAZZ CLUB DISCO CHURCH LIVE HOUSE ARENA STADIUM GAME... -
Page 29: Receiving Broadcasts
Receiving Broadcasts This chapter describes how to receive FM or AM broadcasts and how to preset selected stations. You can tune in stations on this receiver in the following ways: Direct Tuning You can enter a frequency of the station you want directly by using the numeric buttons (see page 30). -
Page 30: Direct Tuning
Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts PRESET TUNING +/–: Press to scan all preset radio stations. DIRECT TUNING: Press this button to enter a frequency directly using the numeric buttons. Numeric buttons: Press to enter a numeric value when inputting the frequency directly, presetting radio stations, or tuning to preset stations. -
Page 31: Automatic Tuning
Automatic Tuning For details on the buttons used in this section, see “Brief descriptions of buttons used to receive broadcasts” on page 30. Press TUNER to light the button up. The last received station is tuned in. Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. Press TUNING + or TUNING –. - Page 32 Preset Tuning Tuning to preset stations Press TUNER to light the button up. The last received station is tuned in. Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C), then press the preset number of the station you want.
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Page 33: Other Operations
Other Operations CURSOR MODE Cursor buttons CURSOR MODE SURROUND BASS/ SET UP TREBLE INDEX SPEAKERS FUNCTION DIRECT DISPLAY SOUND FIELD TUNING VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TV/DBS GENRE PRESET TUNING – – TUNING 5.1/DVD SHIFT TAPE/MD TUNER PHONO INPUT PHONES SLEEP FM MODE... -
Page 34: Indexing Preset Stations And Program Sources
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. -
Page 35: Using The Sleep Timer
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. Select the program source to be recorded. -
Page 36: Adjustments Using The Set Up Button
Adjustments Using the SET UP Button The SET UP button allows you to make following adjustments. Adjusting the brightness of the display Press SET UP repeatedly until “DSPL SET UP” appears in the display. Press the cursor buttons ( ) to select “DIMMER.”... -
Page 37: Additional Information
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. - Page 38 Troubleshooting The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed. / Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely. / Adjust the BALANCE control. Severe hum or noise is heard. / Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
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Page 39: Specifications
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, 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. - Page 40 Specifications AM tuner section Tuning range With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 - 1710 kHz (USA and Canada only 530 - 1610 kHz (all other countries except Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia) With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 - 1710 kHz (USA and Canada only) 531 - 1602 kHz (all other countries Antenna...
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Page 41: Glossary
Digital Cinema Sound This is the generic name of the surround sound produced by digital signal processing technology developed by Sony. Unlike previous surround sound fields mainly directed at the reproduction of music, Digital Cinema Sound is designed specifically for the enjoyment of movies. -
Page 42: Tables Of Settings Made Using The Cursor Mode And Set Up Buttons
Tables of Settings Made Using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP Buttons A variety of settings can be made using the CURSOR MODE and SET UP buttons, in conjunction with the cursor buttons. These settings are shown in the following tables. Press CURSOR MODE repeatedly Press to light up... -
Page 43: Index
Index Adjusting brightness of the display 36 rear and center speaker volume 27 speaker volume 16 tone 27 Automatic tuning 31 Basic amplifier operations 20-22 Battery 4 Center mode 16 Changing delay time 27 display 22 effect level 27 Checking the connections 17 Clearing receiver’s memory 17 Connecting. - Page 44 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...