Sony STR-D560Z Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 3-860-516-12(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions STR-DE915 STR-DE715 STR-DE615 STR-D660Z STR-D560Z 1997 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-DE915/STR-DE715/ STR-DE615/STR-D660Z/ STR-D560Z Serial No.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for models STR-DE915, DE715, DE615, D660Z, and D560Z. Check your model number by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the USA and Canadian STR- DE915 and the programmable remote commander RM-P501 (supplied with the STR-DE915, DE715, and D660Z) are... -
Page 4: Unpacking
Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the receiver: • 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) •... -
Page 5: Antenna Hookups
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 connections first, then go to the following pages. ANTENNA S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MONITOR... -
Page 6: Speaker System Hookups
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 A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the CD player, tape deck, or MD deck to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the receiver. - Page 7 Front speaker Receiver WOOFER AUDIO 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.
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Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started 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 (A). -
Page 9: Tv/Vcr Hookups
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. LD/DVD (STR-DE915 only) VIDEO 1 S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 MONITOR MONITOR SURROUND SPEAKERS... -
Page 10: Digital Component Hookups (Str-De915 Only)
ç CENTER 5.1 INPUT ç 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... -
Page 11: Ac Hookups
DAT or MD deck Receiver DAT or MD deck LD / DVD IN DIGITAL AC-3 LD / DVD IN OPTICAL CD IN OPTICAL DAT / MD IN Ç OPTICAL DAT / MD OUT X ç OPTICAL DIGITAL 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... -
Page 12: Receiver Operations
Receiver Operations 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. - Page 13 (DAT) or MiniDiscs (MD) Compact Discs (CD) CD Radio programs TUNER Records PHONO Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2, or 3 setting that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS, respectively. Getting Started SYSTEM OFF VISUAL LEARN POWER...
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Page 14: Audio Component
For example, to watch Sony LD player connected to the VIDEO 2 jacks (as shown on page 9): Press VIDEO 2 to switch the function, then press LD to set the remote control to operate the LD player. -
Page 15: Receiving Broadcasts
Receiving Broadcasts This receiver lets you enter a station’s frequency directly by using the numeric buttons (direct tuning). If you don’t know the frequency of the station you want, see “Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations (automatic tuning)”on this page. Before you begin, make sure you have: •... -
Page 16: Presetting Radio Stations
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). -
Page 17: Recording
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 (component) to be named, then go to Step 3. Tune in the preset station you want to create an index for. -
Page 18: Using The Sleep Timer
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. -
Page 19: Dolby Surround Setup
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... -
Page 20: Dolby Pro Logic (Str-De715/De615/D660Z/D560Z Only)
Dolby Surround Setup Adjusting the speaker volume Z 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 volume adjustment. –... - Page 21 Selecting the center mode The receiver offers you four center modes: PHANTOM, 3 CH LOGIC, NORMAL, and WIDE. Each mode is designed for a different speaker configuration. Select the mode that best suits your speaker system configuration. Press SET UP on the main unit repeatedly to select CENTER MODE (STR-DE715/D660Z) or CTR MODE (STR-DE615/D560Z).
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Page 22: Sound Adjustment
Dolby Surround Setup What is the test tone? 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 /3 CH LOGIC modes) The test tone is output from the front L (left), center, front R (right), and rear speakers in succession. - Page 23 SURROUND presence from Dolby Digital sources with monaural rear channel sound MOVIE CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater”...
- Page 24 Sound Adjustment A VIRTUAL ENHANCED A B VIRTUAL ENHANCED B C VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT When REAR SP. is set to When REAR SP. is set to SIDE BEHIND D VIRTUAL MULTI REAR When REAR SP. is set to SIDE L: front speakers (left) R: front speakers (right) C: center speaker SL: rear speaker (left)
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Page 25: Customizing The Sound Fields
Sound fields for STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z GENRE MODE 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... - Page 26 Sound Adjustment Adjustable parameters for each sound field of STR-DE915 DOLBY NORMAL ENHANCED MOVIE C STUDIO A C STUDIO B C STUDIO C S THEATER M THEATER L THEATER N THEATER MONO MOVIE VIRTUAL ENHANCED A VIRTUAL ENHANCED B VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT VIRTUAL MULTI REAR...
- Page 27 Adjusting the equalizer parameters (STR-DE915 only) Adjust the equalization (bass or treble) of the front, center and rear speakers for optimum sound. The following adjustments effect all sound fields simultaneously. While playing a component, press DPC MODE repeatedly until the TONE indicator lights up. Use the digital processing control buttons ( ) to select the parameter to be set and use the buttons (...
- Page 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. Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR indicator lights up.
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Page 29: Advanced Remote Operations
VCR (remote control mode VTR 3 >10 DBS tuner ENTER DVD player Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS, respectively. Getting Started Advanced Remote Operations Changing the Factory Setting... -
Page 30: Programming The Remote (Str-De915/De715/D660Z Only)
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. -
Page 31: Additional Information
/ Select the appropriate function on the receiver. / Set your TV to the appropriate input mode (press TV/ VIDEO on the remote for Sony TVs). / Place your TV away from the audio components. The remote does not function. -
Page 32: Specifications
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). -
Page 33: Glossary
Antenna Loop antenna Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or 999 kHz) 54 dB (at 50 mV/m) Harmonic distortion 0.5 % (50 mV/m, 400 kHz) Selectivity At 9 kHz: 35 dB At 10 kHz: 40 dB ** 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... - Page 34 Additional Information Dolby Digital (AC-3) This is a new digital surround system proposed to reproduce Dolby SR-D (the 3 dimensional sound system developed for use in movie theaters) in the home. This technology allows you to enjoy the full 5.1 ch soundtrack intended by the filmmaker, in the comfort of your own home.
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Page 35: Table Of Functions Of The Set Up Button
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. -
Page 36: Rear Panel Descriptions
Additional Information Rear Panel Descriptions STR-DE915 LD / DVD IN S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD AC-3 CTRL A1 CTRL S STATUS IN LD / DVD IN OPTICAL VIDEO VIDEO CD IN OPTICAL DAT / MD IN OPTICAL AUDIO AUDIO SIGNAL DAT / MD OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL... -
Page 37: Remote Button Descriptions
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. - Page 38 Starts recording when pressed with ( (or 9 on tape deck) SLOPE BAND RMS: Random Music Sensor Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function Operates Function Tape deck Selects tape direction (tape decks with the RMS function only)
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Page 39: Index
Recording on an audio tape or MD 17 on a video tape 18 Advanced Remote Operations Remote changing the setting 29 clearing the signals 30 controlling non-Sony components 30 background operation 29 programming 30 Scanning preset stations. See Preset tuning... -
Page 40: Quick Reference Guide
Select the frequency DISPLAY display. FM / AM Select FM. TUNING – TUNING – (To continue scanning.) Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Receiving Preset Stations Example: Receiving station number A7 Press repeatedly until AUDIO FUNCTION the TUNER indicator lights up.