SONY STR-DE845 - Owner's Manual Immediate Download

4-229-126-12(1)

FM Stereo

FM-AM Receiver

Operating Instructions

STR-DE945

STR-DE845

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock

hazard, do not expose the

unit to rain or moisture.

For customers in the United States

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.

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.

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-DE945/DE845

Serial No.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.

As an

ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony

Corporation has determined that this

product meets the

ENERGY STAR®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

For 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.

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 unit is not disconnected from the AC

power source (mains) as long as it is

connected to the wall outlet, even if the

unit 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.

· AC power cord must be changed only at

the qualified service shop.

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

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.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for models

STR-DE945 and STR-DE845. Check your model number

by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. In

this manual, the STR-DE945 is used for illustration

purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in

operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example,

"STR-DE945 only."

Type of differences

Model

DE945

DE845

Feature

5 audio/video inputs

4 audio/video inputs

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hooking Up the Components

Unpacking 4

Antenna Hookups 5

Audio Component Hookups 6

Video Component Hookups 8

Digital Component Hookups 9

5.1CH Input Hookups 11

Other Hookups 12

Hooking Up and Setting Up the

Speaker System

Speaker System Hookup 16

Performing Initial Setup Operations 18

Multi Channel Surround Setup 19

Before You Use Your Receiver 23

Location of Parts and Basic

Operations

Front Panel Parts Description 26

Enjoying Surround Sound

Selecting a Sound Field 32

Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround

Displays 36

Customizing Sound Fields 38

Receiving Broadcasts

Direct Tuning 44

Automatic Tuning 45

Preset Tuning 45

Other Operations

Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 48

Recording 48

Using the Sleep Timer 49

Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 50

CONTROL A1 Control System 51

Additional Information

Troubleshooting 53

Specifications 55

Glossary 58

Tables of Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET

UP buttons 59

Index 61

Conventions

· The instructions in this manual describe the controls on

the receiver. You can also use the controls on the

supplied remote if they have the same or similar names

as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your

remote, refer to the separate operating instructions

supplied with the remote.

· The following icon is used in this manual:

Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

This receiver incorporates Dolby

* Digital and Pro Logic

Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

"Dolby", "AC-3", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol ; are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US

Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending.

"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital

rights reserved.

4-XXX-XXX-XX AA

IMPEDANCE USE 4 16

8 16

SPEAKERS

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

CENTER

AC OUTLET

SUB WOOFER

AUDIO

OUT

About area codes

The area code of the player you purchased is shown on the

lower portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).

Area code

Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are

clearly indicated in the text, for example, "Models of area

code AA only".

Hooking Up

the

Components

This chapter describes how to connect

various audio and video components

to the receiver. Be sure to read the

sections for the components you have

before you actually connect them to

the receiver.

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items with the

remote:

· FM wire antenna (1)

· AM loop antenna (1)

· LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries (3)

Models of area code U, CA only

· Audio/video/control S connecting cord (1)

· Control S connecting cord (1)

STR-DE945 only

· Remote commander RM-LJ304 (remote) (1)

STR-DE845 only

· Remote commander RM-LP204 (remote) (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries with the + and

properly oriented in the battery compartment. When

using the remote, point it at the remote sensor

on the

receiver.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied

with your remote.

z When to replace batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about

3 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver,

replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes

· Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

· 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.

· This remote is designed for use with alkaline batteries only. Do

not use a combination of different battery types.

Before you get started

· Turn off the power to all components before making

any connections.

· Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the

connections are completed.

· Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and

noise.

· When connecting an audio/video cord, 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.

Hooking

the

Components

FM wire antenna

(supplied)

AM loop antenna

(supplied)

Important

If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground

it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not

connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

Note

Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the

receiver.

Terminals for connecting the antennas

Connect the

To the

AM loop antenna

AM terminals

FM wire antenna

FM 75

COAXIAL terminal

Assembling the supplied FM antenna

(Models of area code U,CA only)

The supplied FM wire antenna must be connected to the

supplied FM antenna adaptor.

Antenna Hookups

Notes on antenna hookups

· To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna

away from the receiver and other components.

· Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.

· After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as

horizontal as possible.

z If you have poor FM reception

Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver

to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below.

Outdoor FM antenna

Receiver

Ground wire

(not supplied)

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

To ground

COAXIAL

IMPEDANCE USE 4 16

8 16

SPEAKERS

OUT

SIGNAL

GND

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

TAPE

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

FRONT

PHONO

2ND AUDIO

OUT

REAR

FRONT

CENTER

MONITOR

OUT

MD/DAT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO IN

CTRL S

OUT

VIDEO OUT

CTRL S

OUT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

OUT

CTRL S

STATUS IN

CTRL S

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO IN

TV/SAT

AUDIO IN

DVD/LD

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO 2

AC OUTLET

SUB WOOFER

AUDIO

OUT

CONTROL A1

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

MD/DAT

OUT

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

COAX

REAR

FRONT

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

5.1CH INPUT