Sony STR-D511 User Manual

Covers fire, shock, moisture, opening unit, servicing, and voltage.

Space to record model and serial numbers for reference.

Includes FCC compliance, UK plug, Canadian plug, and modification warnings.

Describes the unit's purpose as an FM Stereo/FM-AM receiver and audio/video control center.

Details on tuner, surround sound system, and remote commander functions.

Highlights features unique to the STR-D611 model compared to STR-D511.

Covers voltage, handling, cleaning, and connection safety procedures.

Includes heat buildup prevention, installation location, accessories, and AM tuning interval.

General advice on connections and a diagram showing equipment hookup.

Details for connecting FM/AM antennas and the antenna ground wire.

Instructions for connecting front, center, and rear speaker systems.

Guidance on connecting the AC power cord to the unit.

Detailed description of all front panel buttons, indicators, and display.

Explains receiver control buttons and their functions.

Describes buttons used for controlling external devices.

Instructions for inserting batteries and battery care.

Using FUNCTION buttons and selecting equipment for operation.

Process for reassigning remote control buttons to different functions.

Adjusting master volume, muting, bass, treble, and sound balance.

Using DBFB for bass and selecting speaker systems A, B, or both.

Using function selectors to choose desired input sources.

Entering specific frequencies manually to tune stations.

Switching to MONO mode to reduce noise on stereo signals.

Scanning for stations automatically when frequency is unknown.

Tuning to a specific frequency range using the +/- buttons.

Memorizing stations and using memory pages (A, B, C).

Overwriting existing stored stations with new ones.

Selecting preset stations directly using numeric buttons.

Selecting preset stations sequentially using +/- buttons.

Recording from Tuner, CD, Tape, and Turntable sources.

Copying audio from one tape deck to another.

Recording and editing video tapes using VCRs.

Choosing HALL, SIMULATED, or DOLBY surround effects.

Placement and requirements for optimal surround sound.

Detailed setup for 3CH, NORMAL, PHANTOM, and WIDE speaker configurations.

Adjusting front, rear, center speaker volume and using the test tone.

Setting the delay time for rear speakers on the STR-D611 model.

Addressing common problems like no sound, poor reception, and tuning issues.

Handling issues like short circuits, remote control failure, and hum/noise.

Power output, distortion, tone controls, inputs, and outputs.

Video inputs/outputs, FM/AM tuner details, system, power, dimensions, mass.

List of items included with the receiver.

Power output and other specs tailored for UK and Australian models.

General system type, power requirements, physical dimensions, and weight.

Comprehensive list of all accessories supplied with the unit.