Sony STR-DE197 Marketing Operating Instructions Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Sony Manuals
  4. Stereo Receiver
  5. STR-DE197
  6. Operating instructions manual

Sony STR-DE197 Marketing Operating Instructions Manual

Hi-fi receivers: fm stereo/fm-am receiver
Hide thumbs Also See for STR-DE197 Marketing:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Service Manual , Operating Instructions Manual
4-253-437-13(1)
FM Stereo
FM/AM Receiver

Operating Instructions

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.
Serial No.
STR-DE197
©2004 Sony Corporation

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Sony STR-DE197 Marketing

Summary of Contents for Sony STR-DE197 Marketing

  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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. Serial No.
  • Page 2 BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Except for customers in Europe ® NERGY mark. As an E NERGY partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ® NERGY energy efficiency. is a U.S. registered ® guidelines for...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DE197. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. • 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started 1: Connecting your components ... 5 2: Connecting the antennas ... 7 3: Connecting speakers ... 8 4: Connecting the AC power cord ... 9 Amplifier Operation Selecting the component ... 10 Listening to FM/AM radio... 10 Storing FM stations automatically ...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started 1: Connecting your components Required cords The following hookup diagrams assume the use of the optional connection cord A (not supplied). A Audio cord White (L) Red (R) Notes • Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. •...

  • Page 6: Hooking Up Video Components

    Hooking up video components ANTENNA Note You can record the audio signals of the components connected to this receiver. For example, connect a recording component such as a cassette deck to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks and press the input buttons (VIDEO 2, MD/TAPE, CD, TUNER) to select the component to be recorded.

  • Page 7: 2: Connecting The Antennas

    2: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. ANTENNA The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. •...

  • Page 8: 3: Connecting Speakers

    3: Connecting speakers Required cords A Speaker cords (not supplied) (–) Speaker A (Right) SPEAKERS Speaker B (Right) * If you have an additional speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS B terminals. You can select the speakers you want to use with the SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B buttons. For details, see “Selecting the speaker system” (page 17).

  • Page 9: 4: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    4: Connecting the AC power cord Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. AC OUTLET AC power cord AC OUTLET To a wall outlet * The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets vary according to the model and the area code.

  • Page 10: Amplifier Operation

    Amplifier Operation Selecting the component Press input buttons to select the input. To select the MD or tape deck CD player Built-in tuner (FM/AM) The selected input appears in the display. Turn on the component and start playback. Note If you select the VCR, set the TV’s video input to match the component you selected.

  • Page 11: Storing Fm Stations Automatically

    Direct tuning You can enter the frequency of the station you want directly. Press TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM band. Press DIRECT. Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.

  • Page 12: Presetting Radio Stations

    Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. Presetting radio stations Press TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 10) or Direct Tuning (page 11).

  • Page 13: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can also display RDS information.
  • Page 14 Description of program types Program type Description indication NEWS News programs AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news INFO Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice SPORT Sports programs EDUCATE Educational programs, such as “how-to”...

  • Page 15: Changing The Display

    Changing the display Changing the information in the display Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows. t Selected input Index name of the input When the tuner is selected Program Service name or preset station name t Frequency t Program Type indication t Radio Text indication...

  • Page 16: Other Operations

    Other Operations Naming preset stations and inputs You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with input buttons, and display it in the receiver’s display. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation. To index a preset station Press TUNER, then tune in the preset station you want to create an index...

  • Page 17: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time. Use the remote for the operation. Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power is Each time you press SLEEP, the display changes cyclically as follows: 2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00 t The display dims after you have specified the time.

  • Page 18: Recording

    Recording Before you begin, make sure you have connected all components properly. Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the operating instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help.

  • Page 19: Operations Using The Remote Rm-U185

    Operations Using the Remote RM-U185 You can use the remote RM-U185 to operate the components in your system. Before you use your remote Inserting batteries into the remote Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and – properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.
  • Page 20 Receiver Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically. Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver VCR/ and other Sony audio/ Satellite video components. tuner/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck DVD player Displays DVD title.
  • Page 21 Remote Operations Function Button >10 6 CD player/ Selects track numbers VCD player/ over 10. LD player/ MD deck -/-- 6 Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit. ?/1 wj Receiver Turns the receiver on or off. ./>...

  • Page 22: Changing The Factory Setting Of An Input Button

    VCR (command mode VTR 3*) DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver) DVD player VCD player *Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and VHS respectively. Now you can use the MD/TAPE button to control the tape deck.

  • Page 23: Additional Information

    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.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. There is no sound or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely and correctly.

  • Page 25: Remote Control

    Irregular current is output from the speakers. Turn off the receiver, check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If this problem persists, turn off the receiver and consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you are unable to remedy the...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (Models of area code U only) 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 27 General Power requirements Area code Power requirements U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Area code Power consumption 190 W 270 VA CEL, CEK 210 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.5 W AC outlets Area code...

  • Page 28: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    List of button locations and reference pages How to use page 28 and 29 Use this page to find the location of buttons that are mentioned in the text. Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A - L AM 7 (10, 11) BALANCE L/R q;...
  • Page 32 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

Table of Contents