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Getting Started
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for
models STR-V525 and STR-V424. Check
your model number by looking at the
upper right corner of the front panel or
lower right corner of the remote. In this
manual, the STR-V525 is the model used
for illustration purposes, any difference
in operation is clearly indicated in the
text, for example, “STR-V525 only”.
Type of differences
Conventions
The instructions in this manual describe
the controls on the receiver. You can
also use the controls on the remote if
they have the same or similar names as
those on the receiver. For details on the
use of your remote, refer to the separate
operating instructions supplied with the
remote.
• A “Quick Reference Guide” is
supplied on page 29.
• The following icons are used in this
manual:
Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
Indicates hints and tips for
making the task easier.
This receiver contains a Dolby Pro Logic
Surround decoder.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“Dolby , “Pro Logic” and the double-D
a symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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Model
Feature
PHONO
CONTROL A1 II
V424V525
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Aerial Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 5
Video Component Hookups 6
Speaker System Hookups 7
AC Hookups 9
Before You Use Your Receiver 9
Dolby Surround Setup 10
Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations
Front Panel Parts Description 12
Receiver Operations
Receiving Broadcasts 15
Presetting Radio Stations 16
Using Surround Sound
Enjoying Surround Sound 17
Selecting a Sound Field 18
Customizing Sound Fields 19
Other Operations
Indexing Preset Stations and Programme Sources 21
Recording 21
Using the Sleep Timer 22
Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 23
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 24
Specifications 25
Glossary 26
Index 27
Rear Panel Descriptions 28
Quick Reference Guide 29