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Sony STR-DE705 - User Manual

Sony STR-DE705
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© 1996 by Sony Corporation
3-856-169-31(1)
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STR-DE705
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Operating Instructions
Manual de Instrucciones
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FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver

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Summary

Precautions

Safety Precautions

Precautions related to safety, including liquid/object ingress.

Power Source Precautions

Precautions regarding power supply, voltage, and cord handling.

Placement Precautions

Guidance on placing the receiver for optimal performance and longevity.

Operation Precautions

Precautions to take before connecting other components.

Cleaning Precautions

Instructions on how to clean the receiver safely and effectively.

About This Manual

Manual Conventions

Explains manual conventions, icons, and remote control usage.

Getting Started

Unpacking and Setup

Check the contents received and initial setup steps.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting and replacing batteries in the remote control.

Hookup Overview and Preparation

Overview of connecting components and preparation before starting.

Antenna Hookups

Antenna Connection Overview

Describes connecting AM and FM antennas for radio reception.

Antenna Types and Grounding

Details required antennas, connections, and grounding for optimal reception.

Next Steps for Setup

Directs the user to connect other components or speaker systems.

Audio Component Hookups

Component Connection Overview

Describes connecting audio components to use the receiver as an amplifier.

Required Audio Cords

Lists the necessary audio cords for component connections.

Component Hookups

Audio Source Connections

Details connecting CD players, tape decks, DAT/MD, and turntables.

Speaker System Setup

Instructions for connecting front, center, and rear speakers for surround sound.

CONTROL A1 Connectivity

Explains connecting Sony CD players or tape decks using CONTROL A1 cord.

Speaker System Configuration

Speaker Connections and Options

Details rear/center speaker, active woofer, and separate speaker connections.

Impedance and Speaker Selector Settings

Guides on setting impedance selector and speaker system selector.

Next Steps in System Setup

Directs user to AC hookups or video component connections.

TV;VCR Hookups

Video Component Connection Overview

Explains how to connect video components like TVs and VCRs.

Required Video Cables

Lists necessary audio/video and video cables for component connections.

Video Component Connections

TV, VCR, and LD Player Connections

Details connections for TV monitors, VCRs, and LD players using specific jacks.

CONTROL S Connectivity

Explains connecting Sony TV, DBS tuner, VCR, or LD player using CONTROL S cord.

AC Hookups

AC Power Cord Connection

Instructions for connecting the receiver and components to a wall outlet.

Final Setup Check

Directs user to the next section for final setup checks.

Before You Use Your Receiver

Initial Setup Verification

Confirms master volume, speaker selection, and balance settings before operation.

Receiver Operations

Selecting an Audio;Video Component

How to select and listen to connected audio/video components.

Headphone Listening

How to connect and use headphones with the receiver.

Watching Video Programs

Steps for watching TV or video programs using the receiver's audio.

Remote Control Usage

Overview of remote control functions for operating the receiver and components.

Receiving Broadcasts

Direct Tuning Method

How to tune into radio stations by directly entering their frequency.

Automatic Tuning Method

How to scan and receive broadcast stations automatically.

Broadcast Reception Notes

Notes on stereo indicators, component power, and TV operation.

Tuning and Scanning Radio Stations

Automatic Station Scanning

How to scan and receive broadcast stations automatically.

Presetting Radio Stations

How to preset and tune into favorite radio stations.

Preset Tuning and Indexing

Preset Station Tuning Methods

How to tune directly to preset stations using numbers or scanning.

Indexing Stations and Sources

How to index preset stations or label program sources for easier selection.

Scanning Indexed Stations

How to scan stations based on assigned index names.

Recording Operations

Indexing Program Sources

How to label program sources for easier identification.

Recording Audio Sources

How to record audio to tape, DAT, or MiniDisc.

Monitoring Audio Recording

How to monitor audio being recorded, especially with 3-head tape decks.

Recording and Sleep Timer

Recording Video Sources

How to record video tapes from various sources, including audio editing.

Using the Sleep Timer

How to set the receiver to turn off automatically after a specified time.

Using Surround Sound

Pre-programmed Sound Field Selection

How to select and use pre-programmed sound fields for surround effects.

Sound Field Operation Notes

How to disable surround effects, turn off sound fields, and select speakers.

Customizing Sound Fields

Understanding Sound Field Customization

How to customize sound fields by adjusting sound parameters.

Adjusting Tone Parameters

How to adjust bass and treble for front, center, and rear speakers.

Adjusting Surround Parameters

Adjusting Surround Sound Parameters

How to adjust surround sound parameters for different listening situations.

Resetting Customized Sound Fields

How to reset customized sound fields back to factory settings.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound

Optimizing Dolby Pro Logic Sound

How to get the best Dolby Pro Logic surround sound by adjusting settings.

Selecting the Center Mode

Guides on choosing the best center mode based on speaker configuration.

Speaker Volume and Tone Adjustment

Adjusting Speaker Volume Levels

How to use the test tone feature to set speaker volume levels.

Adjusting Tone Settings

Refers to adjusting tone parameters on page 16.

Adjusting Delay Time

Adjusting Rear Speaker Delay Time

How to adjust the delay time for rear speakers to enhance surround effects.

Advanced Remote Operations

Background Component Operation

How to operate one component while listening to or watching another.

Customizing Function Buttons

How to change factory settings of function buttons for component control.

Remote Control Programming

Programming the Remote Control

How to make the remote learn signals from other components' remotes.

Clearing Programmed Signals

How to reset programmed remote signals to factory settings.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guide to diagnose and resolve common problems with sound, reception, and remote function.

Specifications

Audio Power and Amplifier Specifications

Details on power output, amplifier section, and audio specifications.

Tuner and Video Specifications

Specifications for FM tuner, AM tuner, and video sections.

System, Power, and Accessories

General system specs, power requirements, dimensions, and supplied accessories.

Glossary of Terms

Surround Sound and Center Mode Definitions

Definitions of Center modes (Normal, Wide, Phantom, 3 CH Logic) and surround sound concepts.

Technical Term Definitions

Definitions for Delay time, Direct tuning, Preset station, Sound field, and other technical terms.

Test Tone Feature

Test Tone Explanation

Explains the test tone signal used for adjusting speaker volume.

Rear Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel Connections Overview

Detailed description and location of all rear panel connectors and terminals.

Remote Button Descriptions

Remote Control Functionality

Detailed explanation of each remote button's operation for various components.

Index

Controls and Indicators Reference

Alphabetical index of controls, indicators, and terms with corresponding page numbers.

Quick Reference Guide

Tuning, Component, and Sound Field Guides

Visual guides for tuning broadcasts, selecting components, and using sound fields.

Summary

Precautions

Safety Precautions

Precautions related to safety, including liquid/object ingress.

Power Source Precautions

Precautions regarding power supply, voltage, and cord handling.

Placement Precautions

Guidance on placing the receiver for optimal performance and longevity.

Operation Precautions

Precautions to take before connecting other components.

Cleaning Precautions

Instructions on how to clean the receiver safely and effectively.

About This Manual

Manual Conventions

Explains manual conventions, icons, and remote control usage.

Getting Started

Unpacking and Setup

Check the contents received and initial setup steps.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting and replacing batteries in the remote control.

Hookup Overview and Preparation

Overview of connecting components and preparation before starting.

Antenna Hookups

Antenna Connection Overview

Describes connecting AM and FM antennas for radio reception.

Antenna Types and Grounding

Details required antennas, connections, and grounding for optimal reception.

Next Steps for Setup

Directs the user to connect other components or speaker systems.

Audio Component Hookups

Component Connection Overview

Describes connecting audio components to use the receiver as an amplifier.

Required Audio Cords

Lists the necessary audio cords for component connections.

Component Hookups

Audio Source Connections

Details connecting CD players, tape decks, DAT/MD, and turntables.

Speaker System Setup

Instructions for connecting front, center, and rear speakers for surround sound.

CONTROL A1 Connectivity

Explains connecting Sony CD players or tape decks using CONTROL A1 cord.

Speaker System Configuration

Speaker Connections and Options

Details rear/center speaker, active woofer, and separate speaker connections.

Impedance and Speaker Selector Settings

Guides on setting impedance selector and speaker system selector.

Next Steps in System Setup

Directs user to AC hookups or video component connections.

TV;VCR Hookups

Video Component Connection Overview

Explains how to connect video components like TVs and VCRs.

Required Video Cables

Lists necessary audio/video and video cables for component connections.

Video Component Connections

TV, VCR, and LD Player Connections

Details connections for TV monitors, VCRs, and LD players using specific jacks.

CONTROL S Connectivity

Explains connecting Sony TV, DBS tuner, VCR, or LD player using CONTROL S cord.

AC Hookups

AC Power Cord Connection

Instructions for connecting the receiver and components to a wall outlet.

Final Setup Check

Directs user to the next section for final setup checks.

Before You Use Your Receiver

Initial Setup Verification

Confirms master volume, speaker selection, and balance settings before operation.

Receiver Operations

Selecting an Audio;Video Component

How to select and listen to connected audio/video components.

Headphone Listening

How to connect and use headphones with the receiver.

Watching Video Programs

Steps for watching TV or video programs using the receiver's audio.

Remote Control Usage

Overview of remote control functions for operating the receiver and components.

Receiving Broadcasts

Direct Tuning Method

How to tune into radio stations by directly entering their frequency.

Automatic Tuning Method

How to scan and receive broadcast stations automatically.

Broadcast Reception Notes

Notes on stereo indicators, component power, and TV operation.

Tuning and Scanning Radio Stations

Automatic Station Scanning

How to scan and receive broadcast stations automatically.

Presetting Radio Stations

How to preset and tune into favorite radio stations.

Preset Tuning and Indexing

Preset Station Tuning Methods

How to tune directly to preset stations using numbers or scanning.

Indexing Stations and Sources

How to index preset stations or label program sources for easier selection.

Scanning Indexed Stations

How to scan stations based on assigned index names.

Recording Operations

Indexing Program Sources

How to label program sources for easier identification.

Recording Audio Sources

How to record audio to tape, DAT, or MiniDisc.

Monitoring Audio Recording

How to monitor audio being recorded, especially with 3-head tape decks.

Recording and Sleep Timer

Recording Video Sources

How to record video tapes from various sources, including audio editing.

Using the Sleep Timer

How to set the receiver to turn off automatically after a specified time.

Using Surround Sound

Pre-programmed Sound Field Selection

How to select and use pre-programmed sound fields for surround effects.

Sound Field Operation Notes

How to disable surround effects, turn off sound fields, and select speakers.

Customizing Sound Fields

Understanding Sound Field Customization

How to customize sound fields by adjusting sound parameters.

Adjusting Tone Parameters

How to adjust bass and treble for front, center, and rear speakers.

Adjusting Surround Parameters

Adjusting Surround Sound Parameters

How to adjust surround sound parameters for different listening situations.

Resetting Customized Sound Fields

How to reset customized sound fields back to factory settings.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound

Optimizing Dolby Pro Logic Sound

How to get the best Dolby Pro Logic surround sound by adjusting settings.

Selecting the Center Mode

Guides on choosing the best center mode based on speaker configuration.

Speaker Volume and Tone Adjustment

Adjusting Speaker Volume Levels

How to use the test tone feature to set speaker volume levels.

Adjusting Tone Settings

Refers to adjusting tone parameters on page 16.

Adjusting Delay Time

Adjusting Rear Speaker Delay Time

How to adjust the delay time for rear speakers to enhance surround effects.

Advanced Remote Operations

Background Component Operation

How to operate one component while listening to or watching another.

Customizing Function Buttons

How to change factory settings of function buttons for component control.

Remote Control Programming

Programming the Remote Control

How to make the remote learn signals from other components' remotes.

Clearing Programmed Signals

How to reset programmed remote signals to factory settings.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guide to diagnose and resolve common problems with sound, reception, and remote function.

Specifications

Audio Power and Amplifier Specifications

Details on power output, amplifier section, and audio specifications.

Tuner and Video Specifications

Specifications for FM tuner, AM tuner, and video sections.

System, Power, and Accessories

General system specs, power requirements, dimensions, and supplied accessories.

Glossary of Terms

Surround Sound and Center Mode Definitions

Definitions of Center modes (Normal, Wide, Phantom, 3 CH Logic) and surround sound concepts.

Technical Term Definitions

Definitions for Delay time, Direct tuning, Preset station, Sound field, and other technical terms.

Test Tone Feature

Test Tone Explanation

Explains the test tone signal used for adjusting speaker volume.

Rear Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel Connections Overview

Detailed description and location of all rear panel connectors and terminals.

Remote Button Descriptions

Remote Control Functionality

Detailed explanation of each remote button's operation for various components.

Index

Controls and Indicators Reference

Alphabetical index of controls, indicators, and terms with corresponding page numbers.

Quick Reference Guide

Tuning, Component, and Sound Field Guides

Visual guides for tuning broadcasts, selecting components, and using sound fields.

Sony STR-DE705 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output100 W per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.09% THD)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.09%
Tuning rangeFM
Speaker load impedance4 - 16 ohms
Digital inputsCoaxial, Optical
Video ConnectionsComposite video
Dimensions430 x 150 x 365 mm

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