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Sony STR-DE685 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony STR-DE685 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. 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-DE685
STR-DE685
© 2002 Sony Corporation
4-238-379-12(1)
Serial No.
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. 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-DE685 Serial No.
  • Page 2 U.S. registered “dangerous voltage” within the mark. product’s enclosure that may be of ® As an NERGY partner, Sony sufficient magnitude to constitute a Corporation has determined that this risk of electric shock to persons. ® product meets the NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents List of Button Locations and Receiving Broadcasts Reference Pages Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) ...... 32 Main unit ..........5 Direct tuning ........32 Automatic tuning ......... 33 Hooking Up the Components Preset tuning ........33 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) ..

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    Note for the supplied remote The instructions in this manual are for model For RM-PP411 (Models of area code STR-DE685. Check your model number by looking at U, CA only) the lower right corner of the front panel. The TV/SAT, PHONO, SOURCE, MPX/...

  • Page 5: Main Unit

    List of Button Locations and Reference Pages Illustration number How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons that are NAME qf (37) mentioned in the text. Name of button/part Reference page Main unit FM/AM (Models of area code PRESET TUNING +/–...

  • Page 6: Hooking Up The Components

    Hooking Up the Components Required cords A Audio cord (not supplied) White (L) White (L) Red (R) Red (R) B Audio/video cord (not supplied) Yellow (video) Yellow (video) White (L/audio) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) Red (R/audio) C Video cord (not supplied) Yellow (video) Yellow (video) D Optical digital cord (not supplied)

  • Page 7: Antenna Hookups

    Antenna hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna* (supplied) DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 ANTENNA TAPE MONITOR TAPE VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT CTRL SACD Ω COAXIAL DVD/LD COAXIAL S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO CENTER AUDIO IN AUDIO IN...

  • Page 8: Audio Component Hookups

    Audio component hookups MD or Tape deck INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE DIGITAL OPTICAL VIDEO 2 ANTENNA TAPE MONITOR TAPE VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT CTRL SACD Ω DVD/LD COAXIAL COAXIAL S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO CENTER AUDIO IN...

  • Page 9: Video Component Hookups

    Video component hookups DVD or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO* ENNA MONITOR DVD/LD VIDEO 2 MONITOR FRONT B VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT CTRL COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 8 – 16Ω Ω...

  • Page 10: Digital Component Hookups

    (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD player with an RF OUT jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied). Note You cannot connect an LD player’s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this unit’s digital input jacks.
  • Page 11 Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver’s digital output jack. These connections allow you to make digital recordings of TV broadcasts, etc. MD or tape deck DIGITAL INPUT OUTPUT...

  • Page 12: Multi Channel Input Hookups

    Multi channel input hookups Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channel input jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel decoder.

  • Page 13: Other Hookups

    MULTI CH IN OUTPUT LINE CD player, tape deck, MD deck, etc. • If you have a Sony CD changer with a CONTROL A1 hookup COMMAND MODE selector If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE • If you have a CONTROL A1...
  • Page 14 Other hookups (continued) Connecting the AC power cord AUX AUDIO In hookup AC OUTLET* AC power cord If you have an individual audio component (except PHONO) Use the audio cords to connect the LINE OUT jacks on the CD player, tape deck or MD deck to the AUX IN jacks on the receiver so that you can listen to stereo sources in surround sound.

  • Page 15: Hooking Up And Setting Up The Speaker System

    Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System Speaker system hookups Required cords A Speaker cords (not supplied) (–) (–) B Monaural audio cord (not supplied) Black Black Active sub woofer Front speaker B* Front speaker B* INPUT AUDIO MONITOR DVD/LD VIDEO 2 MONITOR...
  • Page 16 Speaker system hookups (continued) Notes • Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about 10 mm (2/3 inch). Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and – to –. If the cords are reversed, the Stripped cords are touching each other sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

  • Page 17: Performing Initial Setup Operations

    Performing initial setup Performing initial setup operations operations Before using your receiver for the first time, adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver Once you have hooked up the speakers and correspond to your system. For the adjustable turned on the power, clear the receiver’s parameters, see the table on page 59.
  • Page 18 Multi channel surround setup The setting for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.) (continued) has been programmed to optimize the sound balance. If you use Sony’s Micro Satellite Speakers, select When placing surround speakers behind you MICRO SP. Caution When you use Micro Satellite Speakers and the 45°...
  • Page 19 x Front speaker size ( x Surround speaker size ( • If you connect large speakers that will • If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”. “LARGE”.
  • Page 20 Multi channel surround setup The receiver allows you to input the speaker position (continued) in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. x Sub woofer selection ( S.W. XXX) Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers.
  • Page 21 x Surround speaker position ( The surround speaker position parameter is designed PL. XXX)* specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes with virtual elements. This parameter lets you specify the location of With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker your surround speakers for proper position is not as critical as other modes.

  • Page 22: Checking The Connections

    Multi channel surround setup Checking the connections (continued) Adjusting the speaker level After connecting all of your components to the receiver, do the following to verify that the Use the remote while seated in your listening connections were made correctly. position to adjust the level of each speaker.

  • Page 23: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations INPUT MODE Selecting the component Press INPUT MODE to select the input mode for your digital components. Each time you press the button, the input mode Function buttons of the currently selected component switches. Press the function button to select the Select component you want to use.

  • Page 24: Changing The Display

    Selecting the component (continued) Changing the display SPEAKERS A/B DISPLAY Press SPEAKERS A/B button to output the Each time you press DISPLAY, the display sound from the speakers connected to the changes cyclically as follows: SPEAKERS FRONT terminals. Index name of the component* t Selected Each time you press the button, the display component t Sound field applied to the changes cyclically as follows:...

  • Page 25: Enjoying Surround Sound

    (e.g. reverberation). data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP However, if there are no low frequency signals (Digital Signal Processor) technology to (Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a low...
  • Page 26 Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Selecting other sound fields Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most any Press MODE repeatedly to select the type of movie.

  • Page 27: Using Only The Front Speakers (2 Channel Stereo)

    Tips Enjoying stereo sound in • The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to a program source whenever it is selected multi channel (Dolby Pro (Sound Field Link). For example, if you listen to CD with “JAZZ” as the sound field, change to a Logic ) different program source, then return to CD, “JAZZ”...

  • Page 28: Understanding The Multi Channel Surround Displays

    Understanding the multi channel surround displays DTS MPEG STEREO MONO RDS DIGITAL PRO LOGIC MEMORY SP. OFF COAX D.RANGE EQ L F E SL S SR 1 ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is 6 EQ: Lights up when the equalizer functions. decoding signals recorded in the Dolby 7 D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range Digital format.

  • Page 29: Customizing Sound Fields

    Press SURR. : Lights up when the disc being L F E played back contains the LFE (Low The button lights up and the first parameter Frequency Effect) channel and when the is displayed. sound of the LFE channel signal is actually Turn the jog dial to select the setting being reproduced.
  • Page 30 Customizing sound fields (continued) LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level (L.F.E. XXX dB) Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low Initial settings Frequency Effect) channel output from the sub Parameter Initial setting woofer without effecting the level of the bass frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the BAL.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Equalizer

    Adjusting the equalizer Resetting customized sound fields to the factory settings The EQ menu lets you adjust the equalization of the front speakers. The settings are stored If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off individually for each sound field. the power.

  • Page 32: Receiving Broadcasts

    Receiving Broadcasts Notes Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you • Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation. have connected FM and AM antennas to the • If you move to another area, repeat this procedure receiver (page 7).

  • Page 33: Automatic Tuning

    If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust Automatic tuning the direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. If you don’t know the frequency of the station Repeat steps 2 to 5 to receive another you want, you can let the receiver scan all station.

  • Page 34: Tuning To Preset Stations

    Preset tuning (continued) Tuning to preset stations You can tune the preset stations by either of the following two ways. Presetting radio stations Scanning the preset stations Press TUNER. Press TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. The last received station is tuned in. Tune in the station that you want to preset using Direct Tuning (page 32) or Press PRESET TUNING +* or PRESET...

  • Page 35: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Notes Using the Radio Data • If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the System (RDS) display. • When the message consists of 9 characters or more, the message scrolls across the display. (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) •...
  • Page 36 Preset tuning (continued) Program type Description indication TRAVEL Programs about travel. Not for Description of program types announcements that are located by TP/TA Program type Description LEISURE Programs on recreational activities indication such as gardening, fishing, NEWS News programs cooking, etc. AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand JAZZ...

  • Page 37: Other Operations

    Other Operations Press ENTER. Naming preset stations Repeat steps 2 to 4 to assign index name for another station or program and program sources source. Note You can enter a name (index name) of up to 8 (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) characters for preset stations and program You cannot change the name of an RDS station.

  • Page 38: Using The Sleep Timer

    Recording (continued) Using the Sleep Timer • Some sources contain copy guards to prevent You can set the receiver to turn off recording. In this case, you may not be able to automatically at a specified time. record from the sources. •...

  • Page 39: Control A1 Control System

    For detailed information remote. Change the command mode when you regarding specific operations, be sure to use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. also refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with your component(s). x 2ch decode mode (...

  • Page 40: Basic Functions

    The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the CONTROL A1 which is the Jacks and connection examples standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components. Components CONTROL A1 with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with CONTROL A1 , and can be connected to each other.
  • Page 41 • Do not set more than one component to the pause When you connect a CONTROL A1 mode. compatible Sony amplifier (or receiver) to • Certain recorder components may be equipped with other Sony components using monaural mini- a special synchronized recording function that uses...

  • Page 42: Operations Using The Remote Rm-Pp411

    Operations Using the Remote RM-PP411 For models of area code U, CA only Remote button You can use the remote RM-PP411 to operate description the components in your system. Before you use your TV ?/1 AV ?/1 USE MODE remote SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP VIDEO1 VIDEO2...
  • Page 43 MD deck/ TONE DAT deck PRESET Receiver Selects preset sound field SYSTEM Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver and (e.g. Cinema Studio STANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video EX A, B, C). (Press tuner/CD components. AUTO DEC Receiver Selects AUTO AV ?/1 player/VCD DECODING mode.
  • Page 44 ./> VCR/ Skips tracks. DVD player CD player/ Satellite Exits the menu. VCD player/ tuner LD player/ SUBTITLE DVD player Changes the subtitles. DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck * Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function.

  • Page 45: Selecting The Mode Of The Remote

    Notes Remote Operations Function • Some functions explained in this section may not Button work depending on the model of the receiver. CLEAR DVD player Press if you made a • The above explanation is intended to serve as an mistake when you press example only.

  • Page 46: Programming The Remote

    Furthermore, you can also program the remote Press the programmed button to activate the for Sony components that the remote is unable function you want. to control. Note that the remote can only control components that accept infrared If programming is unsuccessful, wireless control signals.
  • Page 47 Code(s) component SONY PIONEER Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable To control an MD deck to control. Since the remote signal that a Maker...
  • Page 48 Programming the remote (continued) To control a TV Maker Code(s) SONY To control a VCR DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 507, 515, Maker Code(s) SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, 705, FISHER GOLDSTAR 503, 511, 512, 515, 534, AIWA 710, 750, 757, 758...

  • Page 49: Operations Using The Remote Rm-U305C

    Operations Using the Remote RM-U305C Except for models of area code U, Remote button description You can use the remote RM-U305C to operate the components in your system. SLEEP Before you use your SYSTEM STANDBY remote FUNCTION VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD VIDEO...
  • Page 50 To listen to an audio MD deck/ equipment. DAT deck/ CD/SACD Receiver To listen to compact disc. SYSTEM Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver and STANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video TUNER Receiver To listen to radio (Press AV tuner/ components programs.
  • Page 51 Remote Operations Function Remote Operations Function Button Button ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel, VCR/ Pauses play or record. satellite tuner/ disc or track using the CD player/ (Also start recording LD player/ numeric buttons, press to VCD player/ with components in MD deck/ enter the value.

  • Page 52: Changing The Factory Setting Of A Function Button

    • Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model of the receiver. * Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 • The above explanation is intended to serve as an setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and example only.

  • Page 53: Additional Information

    Additional Information If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Precautions Troubleshooting On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, If you experience any of the following unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified difficulties while using the receiver, use this personnel before operating it any further.
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting (continued) There is no sound from the active sub woofer. There is no sound output from the SUB WOOFER terminal depending on the sound field (back page). There is no sound from one of the front The surround effect cannot be obtained. speakers.
  • Page 55 The FM reception is poor. There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor. Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as • Select the appropriate function on the receiver. shown below.

  • Page 56: Specifications

    Area code Power requirements Specifications E2/E3, AU 240 V AC, 50 Hz SP, CEL, CEK, AR 230 V AC, 50 Hz AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS 110 V AC, 60 Hz 120 V AC, 60 Hz POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: Frequency response With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from MULTI CH IN,...
  • Page 57 5) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or FM tuner section 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz the receiver. Hold down PRESET TUNING + and press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced you change the tuning scale.
  • Page 58 Specifications (continued) AC outlets Area code AC outlets U, CA 1 switched, 120 W/1A MAX SP, CEL, CEK, 1 switched, 100 W MAX E2/E3, TW, AU, 430 × 157.5 × 308.5 mm Dimensions (16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 12 1/8 inches) including projecting parts and controls...

  • Page 59: Tables Of Settings Using Surr, Level, Eq, And Set Up Buttons

    Tables of settings using SURR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURR, EQ, SET UP buttons, jog dial, and buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make. Press Press to select...

  • Page 60: Adjustable Parameters For Each Sound Field

    When these sound fields are selected, there is no sound output from the sub woofer if the front speaker size is set to “LARGE”. However, sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains L.F.E. signals. Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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