FM StereoFM-AM Receiver

4-238-375-13(1)

STR-DE585STR-DE485ESTR-DE485

Owners RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial numberin the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealerregarding this product.

Model No. STR-DE585/DE485E/DE485 Serial No.

2002 Sony Corporation

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WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose the unit to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of theapparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objectsfilled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Dont throw away the battery withgeneral house waste, dispose of itcorrectly as chemical waste.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, suchas a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

For customers in the United States

This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage within theproducts enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.

WARNINGThis equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radioor television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver isconnected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.

CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modificationnot expressly approved in this manual could voidyour authority to operate this equipment.

Note to CATV system installer:This reminder is provided to call CATV systeminstallers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides guidelines for proper grounding and, inparticular, specifies that the cable ground shall beconnected to the grounding system of the building, asclose to the point of cable entry as practical.

For customers in Canada

CAUTIONTO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USETHIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH ANEXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHEROUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLYINSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registeredmark.As an ENERGY STAR partner, SonyCorporation has determined that thisproduct meets the ENERGY STARguidelines for energy efficiency.

This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and ProLogic Surround and the DTS** Digital SurroundSystem.* Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories.Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

** DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registeredtrademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Table of Contents

List of Button Locations andReference Pages

Main unit ............................................... 5

Hooking Up the ComponentsRequired cords ....................................... 6Antenna hookups ................................... 7Audio component hookups .................... 8Video component hookups .................... 9Digital component hookups ................. 10Multi channel input hookups1) ............. 11Other hookups ..................................... 12

Hooking Up and Setting Upthe Speaker System

Speaker system hookups ..................... 13Performing initial setup operations ..... 15Multi channel surround setup .............. 15Checking the connections .................... 20

Basic OperationsSelecting the component ..................... 21Changing the display ........................... 22

Enjoying Surround SoundAutomatically decoding the input

audio signal ................................... 23Selecting a sound field ........................ 23Using only the front speakers

(2 Channel Stereo) ......................... 25Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel

(Dolby Pro Logic II) ...................... 25Understanding the multi channel

surround displays .......................... 26Customizing sound fields .................... 27

Receiving BroadcastsStoring FM stations automatically

(AUTOBETICAL)2) ...................... 30Direct tuning ........................................ 30Automatic tuning ................................. 31Preset tuning ........................................ 31Using the Radio Data System (RDS)2) .... 33

Other Operations

Naming preset stations and programsources ........................................... 35

Recording ............................................ 35Using the Sleep Timer ......................... 36Adjustments using the SET UP

button ............................................ 36

Operations Using the RemoteRM-PP5063)

Before you use your remote ................ 38Remote button description ................... 38Selecting the mode of the remote ........ 41Programming the remote ..................... 42

Operations Using the RemoteRM-U3064)

Before you use your remote ................ 45Remote button description ................... 45Changing the factory setting of a

function button .............................. 48

Additional Information

Precautions .......................................... 49Troubleshooting ................................... 49Specifications ...................................... 52Tables of settings using SURR, LEVEL,

SET UP, BASS and TREBLEbuttons ........................................... 54

Adjustable parameters for eachsound field ..................................... 55

1) STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only2) Models of area code CEL, CEK only.3) For STR-DE585 area code CA only.4) Except for STR-DE585 area code CA.

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About This ManualThe instructions in this manual are for modelsSTR-DE585, STR-DE485E and STR-DE485. Checkyour model number by looking at the lower rightcorner of the front panel. In this manual, theSTR-DE585 is used for illustration purposes unlessstated otherwise. Any difference in operation isclearly indicated in the text, for example,STR-DE485E only.

About area codesThe area code of the receiver you purchased isshown on the lower portion of the rear panel (seethe illustration below).

Any differences in operation, according to thearea code, are clearly indicated in the text, forexample, Models of area code AA only.

TipThe instructions in this manual describe the controlson the receiver. You can also use the controls on thesupplied remote if they have the same or similarnames as those on the receiver. For details on the useof your remote, see pages 38-44 for RM-PP506 (STR-DE585 area code

CA only) pages 45-48 for RM-U306 (except for STR-DE585

area code CA)

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Note for the supplied remote

For RM-PP506 (STR-DE585 area codeCA only)The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO,AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE,ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOMand SOURCE buttons on the remote are notavailable.

For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only)The MULTI CH button on the remote is notavailable.

Demonstration ModeThe demonstration will activate the first time youturn on the power. When the demonstrationstarts, the following message appears in thedisplay:NOW DEMONSTRATION MODE IFYOU FINISH DEMONSTRATIONPLEASE PRESS POWER KEY WHILETHIS MESSAGE APPEARS IN THEDISPLAY THANK YOU

To cancel the demonstrationPress ?/1 to turn the receiver off while the abovemessage is being displayed. The next time youturn the receiver on, the demonstration will notappear.

To view the demonstrationHold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on thepower.

Notes Running the demonstration will clear the

receivers memory. For details on what will becleared, see Clearing the receiver's memoryon page 15.

There will be no sound when thedemonstration mode is activated.

You cannot cancel demonstration if you didnot press ?/1 while the above message isbeing displayed. To cancel demonstration afterthe above message appears, press ?/1 twice toactivate the demonstration again. Then, press?/1 while the above message is beingdisplayed.

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List of Button Locations and Reference Pages

Main unit

How to use this pageUse this page to find the location of buttonsthat are mentioned in the text.

FM MODE (Models of area codeCEL, CEK only) ed, (Except formodels of area code CEL, CEK)ef (31)

INPUT MODE qg (21)IR (receptor) 4 (38, 45, 51)LEVEL 0 (20, 27, 55)

MMASTER VOLUME wd (20, 49)MD/TAPE qj (21)MEMORY eh (30, 32)MENU +/ e; (16, 27, 35, 36)MENU ea (16, 27, 35, 36)MODE wj (24, 50)MULTI CHANNEL DECODING

(indicator) (Except forSTR-DE485E) 7 (21)

MULTI CH IN (Except forSTR-DE485E) qf (21)

MUTING wf (21, 49)

N SNAME 8 (35)PHONES (jack) ek (21)

PRESET/PTY SELECT +/(Models of area code CEL, CEKonly) 3 (32, 33)

PRESET TUNING +/ (Exceptfor models of area code CEL,CEK) 3 (32, 53)

PTY (Models of area code CEL,CEK only) ef (33)

SET UP 6 (4, 16, 36, 54)SHIFT eg (32)SLEEP (STR-DE485E only)qf

(36)SURR qd (27, 54)

T ZTREBLE +/ qh (29, 54)TUNER ws (21, 30-32, 35)TUNING +/ 5 (31)VIDEO 1 qk (21)VIDEO 2 w; (21)

BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS

`/1 (power) 1 (4, 15, 20, 29,30, 53)

ALPHABETICAL ORDER

0 92 CH wh (25)

A DA.DEC wk (2325)AM (Except for models of area

code CEL, CEK) es (30, 31)BASS +/ wg (29, 54)CD ql (21)CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B, C9 (23, 24)

Digital Cinema Sound (indicator)qs (23)

DIMMER ej (22)DISPLAY 2 (22, 33, 51)Display qa (22)DVD/LD wa (21)

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code CEL, CEK) ed (30, 31)FM/AM (Models of area code

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Required cords

AAudio cord (not supplied)White (L) White (L)Red (R) Red (R)

BAudio/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)

DOptical digital cord (not supplied)Black Black

ECoaxial digital cord (not supplied)Orange Orange

FMonaural audio cord (not supplied)Black Black

Before you get started

Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the connections are completed. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on

the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red. When you connect optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place. Do not bend or tie the optical digital cord.

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Antenna hookups

FM wire antenna*(supplied)

AM loop antenna(supplied)

Notes on antenna hookups

To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loopantenna away from the receiver and othercomponents.

Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it

as horizontal as possible.

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Audio component hookups

MD/Tape deck

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Video component hookups

TV monitor

DVD or LD player

Note on video componenthookups

You can connect your TVs audio output jacksto the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on thereceiver and apply sound effects to the audiofrom the TV. In this case, do not connect theTVs video output jack to the VIDEO 2VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you areconnecting a separate TV tuner (or satellitetuner), connect both the audio and video outputjacks to the receiver as shown above.

TV tuner,satellitetuner or

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Digital component hookups

DVD or LD player(etc.)*

Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receivers digitalinput jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To fullyenjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and acenter speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD player with an RF OUTjack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).Notes You cannot connect an LD players DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this units digital input jacks.

You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. For details, seeTroubleshooting on page 49.

All the OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz samplingfrequencies.

TV tuner,satellite tuner or

DVD player*

* Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of opticalconnections.

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Multi channel input hookupsSTR-DE585 and STR-DE485 onlyAlthough this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channelinput jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats otherthan Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, youcan connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD players multi channeldecoder. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channeldecoder.To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surroundspeakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. Refer to the operating instructionssupplied with your DVD player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channelhookups.

Notes When using the connections described below, adjust the level of the surround speakers and sub woofer from the

DVD player or multi channel decoder. See page 13 for details on speaker system hookup.

DVD player,Multichannel decoder, etc.

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Connecting the AC powercord

Before connecting the AC power cord of thisreceiver to a wall outlet, connect the speakersystem to the receiver (page 13).Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/video components to a wall outlet.

Other hookups

Setting the voltage selector

If your receiver has a voltage selector on therear panel, check that the voltage selector is setto the local power supply voltage. If not, use ascrewdriver to set the selector to the correctposition before connecting the AC power cordto a wall outlet.

120V 240V 220V

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Front speaker(L)

Front speaker(R)

Center speakerSurround speaker(L)

Surround speaker(R)

Active sub woofer

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Speaker system hookups

Required cords

A Speaker cords (not supplied)(+) (+)() ()

BMonaural audio cord (not supplied)Black Black

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Notes Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about

10 mm (2/3 inch). Be sure to match the speakercord to the appropriate terminal on the components:+ to + and to . If the cords are reversed, thesound will be distorted and will lack bass.

If you use speakers with low maximum input rating,adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessiveoutput on the speakers.

To avoid short-circuiting thespeakers

Short-circuiting of the speakers may damagethe receiver. To prevent this, make sure to takethe following precautions when connecting thespeakers.

Make sure the stripped ends of eachspeaker cord does not touch anotherspeaker terminal, the stripped end ofanother speaker cord, or the metal parts ofthe receiver.

Examples of poor conditions of thespeaker cord

Stripped speaker cord is touching anotherspeaker terminal.

Stripped cords are touching each otherdue to excessive removal of insulation.

After connecting all the components,speakers, and AC power cord, outputa test tone to check that all thespeakers are connected correctly.For details on outputting a test tone,see page 20.

If no sound is heard from a speaker whileoutputting a test tone or a test tone is outputfrom a speaker other than the one whose nameis currently displayed on the receiver, thespeaker may be short-circuited. If this happens,check the speaker connection again.

To avoid damaging yourspeakers

Make sure that you turn down the volumebefore you turn off the receiver. When you turnon the receiver, the volume remains at the levelyou turn off the receiver.

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Performing initial setupoperations

Once you have hooked up the speakers andturned on the power, clear the receiversmemory. Then specify the speaker parameters(size, position, etc.) and perform any otherinitial setup operations necessary for yoursystem.

TipTo check the audio output during settings (to set upwhile outputting the sound), check the connection(page 20).

Clearing the receiversmemory

Before using your receiver for the first time, orwhen you want to clear the receivers memory,do the following.This procedure is not necessary if thedemonstration activates when you turn on thepower.

1 Turn off the receiver.2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

The demonstration starts (page 4) and all ofthe following items are reset or cleared:

All preset stations are reset or cleared. All sound field parameters are reset to

their factory settings. All index names (of preset stations and

program sources) are cleared. All SET UP parameters are reset to

their factory settings. The sound field memorized for each

program source and preset stations arecleared.

The master volume is set to VOL MIN.

Performing initial setupoperations

Before using your receiver for the first time,adjust SET UP parameters so that the receivercorrespond to your system. For the adjustableparameters, see the table on page 54. See pages1620 for speaker settings and pages 36-37 forother settings.

Multi channel surroundsetup

For the best possible surround sound, allspeakers should be the same distance from thelistening position (A).However, the receiver lets you place the centerspeaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B)and the surround speakers up to 4.5 meters (15feet) closer (C) to the listening position.The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet) from the listeningposition (A).You can place the surround speakers eitherbehind you or to the side, depending on theshape of your room (etc.).

When placing surround speakers to your side

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When placing surround speakers behind you

NoteDo not place the center speaker farther away from thelistening position than the front speakers.

Normal Speaker and MicroSatellite Speaker

If you are using SelectNormal Speakers NORM. SP.Micro Satellite Speakers MICRO SP.

The speaker size and the sub woofer selectionhas been preset to NORM. SP. You can adjustthe speaker size and sub woofer selection whenyou select NORM. SP. (pages 17-18)To select MICRO SP., turn off the power, thenturn on again while pressing LEVEL. (To resetto NORM. SP., do the same procedure.)When you select MICRO SP., the speaker sizeand sub woofer selection has been configuratedas follows:

Speaker SettingsFRONT SMALLCENTER SMALLSURROUND SMALLSUB WOOFER YESYou cannot change the configuration if you selectMICRO SP.

TipThe setting for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.)has been programmed to optimize the sound balance.If you use Sonys Micro Satellite Speakers, selectMICRO SP.

CautionWhen you use Micro Satellite Speakers and thespeaker size is set to LARGE, you may not obtainthe correct soundstage. The speaker may also bedamaged at high volume position.

Specifying the speakerparameters

1 Press SET UP.2 Press MENU or MENU to select

the parameter you want to adjust.3 Press MENU + or MENU to select the

setting you want.The setting is entered automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have setall of the parameters that follow.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial settingL

R (FRONT) LARGE*

C (CENTER) LARGE*

SL

SR (SURROUND) LARGE*

SW (SUB WOOFER) S.W. XXX YES*

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R DIST. XX.X m (ft.)** 5.0 m (16 ft.)**

C DIST. XX.X m (ft.)** 5.0 m (16 ft.)**

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SR DIST. XX.X m (ft.)** 3.5 m (11 ft.)**

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* You can set this parameter only when you selectNORM. SP.

** Models of area code U, CA only.

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x Front speaker size ( L R ) If you connect large speakers that will

effectively reproduce bass frequencies, selectLARGE. Normally, select LARGE.

If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack ofsurround effects when using multi channelsurround sound, select SMALL to activatethe bass redirection circuitry and output thefront channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer.

When the front speakers are set to SMALL,the center and surround speakers are alsoautomatically set to SMALL (unlesspreviously set to NO).

x Center speaker size ( C ) If you connect a large speaker that will

effectively reproduce bass frequencies, selectLARGE. Normally, select LARGE.However, if the front speakers are set toSMALL, you cannot set the center speaker toLARGE.

If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack ofsurround effects when using multi channelsurround sound, select SMALL to activatethe bass redirection circuitry and output thecenter channel bass frequencies from the frontspeakers (if set to LARGE) or sub woofer.*1

If you do not connect a center speaker, selectNO. The sound of the center channel will beoutput from the front speakers.*2

x Surround speaker size ( SL SR ) If you connect large speakers that will

effectively reproduce bass frequencies, selectLARGE. Normally, select LARGE.However, if the front speakers are set toSMALL, you cannot set the surroundspeakers to LARGE.

If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack ofsurround effects when using multi channelsurround sound, select SMALL to activatethe bass redirection circuitry and output thesurround channel bass frequencies from the subwoofer or other LARGE speakers.

If you do not connect surround speakers, selectNO.*3

Tip*1*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logicmodes*1 NORMAL*2 PHANTOM*3 3 STEREO

TipInternally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for eachspeaker determine whether the internal soundprocessor will cut the bass signal from that channel.When the bass is cut from a channel, the bassredirection circuitry sends the corresponding bassfrequencies to the sub woofer or other LARGEspeakers.However, since bass sounds have a certain amount ofdirectionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible.Therefore, even when using small speakers, you canset them to LARGE if you want to output the bassfrequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, ifyou are using a large speaker, but prefer not to havebass frequencies output from that speaker, set it toSMALL.If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, setall speakers to LARGE. If there is not enough bass,you can use the BASS +/ to boost the bass levels. Toadjust the bass, see page 29.

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TipThe receiver allows you to input the speaker positionin terms of distance. However, it is not possible to setthe center speaker further than the front speakers.Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers.Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set furtheraway from the listening position than the frontspeakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters(15 feet) closer.This is because incorrect speaker placement is notconducive to enjoy surround sound.Please note that, setting the speaker distance closerthan the actual location of the speakers will cause adelay in the output of the sound from that speaker. Inother words, the speaker will sound like it is fartheraway.For example, setting the center speaker distance1~2 m (3~6 feet) closer than the actual speakerposition will create a fairly realistic sensation of beinginside the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactorysurround effect because the surround speakers are tooclose, setting the surround speaker distance closer(shorter) than the actual distance will create a largersound stage.Adjusting these parameter while listening to thesound often results in much better surround sound.Give it a try!

x Sub woofer selection ( SW S.W. XXX) If you connect a sub woofer, select YES. If you do not connect a sub woofer, select

NO. This activates the bass redirectioncircuitry and outputs the LFE signals from otherspeakers.

In order to take full advantage of the DolbyDigital bass redirection circuitry, werecommend setting the sub woofers cut offfrequency as high as possible.

x Front speaker distance ( L R DIST.XX.X m (ft.))

Set the distance from your listening position tothe front speakers (A on page 15).

x Center speaker distance ( C DIST.XX.X m (ft.))

Set the distance from your listening position tothe center speaker. Center speaker distanceshould be set from a distance equal to the frontspeaker distance (A on page 15) to a distance1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listeningposition (B on page 15).

x Surround speaker distance ( SL SRDIST. XX.X m (ft.))

Set the distance from your listening position tothe surround speakers. Surround speakerdistance should be set from a distance equal tothe front speaker distance (A on page 15) to adistance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to yourlistening position (C on page 15).

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x Surround speaker position ( SL SRPL. XXX)*

This parameter lets you specify the location ofyour surround speakers for properimplementation of the Digital Cinema Soundsurround modes. Refer to the illustration below. Select SIDE if the location of your surround

speakers corresponds to section A. Select MID if the location of your surround

speakers corresponds to section B. Select BEHD. if the location of your

surround speakers corresponds to section C.

x Surround speaker height ( SL SRHGT. XXX)*

This parameter lets you specify the height ofyour surround speaker(s) for properimplementation of the Digital Cinema Soundsurround modes. Refer to the illustration below. Select LOW if the location of your surround

speakers corresponds to section A. Select HIGH if the location of your surround

speakers corresponds to section B.

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TipThe surround speaker position parameter is designedspecifically for implementation of the Digital CinemaSound modes with virtual elements.With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speakerposition is not as critical as other modes. All modeswith virtual elements were designed under thepremise that the surround speaker would be locatedbehind the listening position, but presentation remainsfairly consistent even with the surround speakerspositioned at a rather wide angle. However, if thespeakers are pointing towards the listener from theimmediate left and right of the listening position, thesound fields with virtual elements will not beeffective unless the surround speaker positionparameter is set to PL. SIDE.Nevertheless, each listening environment has manyvariables, like wall reflections, and you may obtainbetter results using PL. BEHD. or PL. MID ifyour speakers are located high above the listeningposition, even if they are to the immediate left andright.Therefore, although it may result in a setting contraryto the Surround speaker position explanation, werecommend that you playback multi channel surroundencoded software and listen to the effect each settinghas on your listening environment. Choose the settingthat provides a good sense of spaciousness and thatbest succeeds in forming a cohesive space betweenthe surround sound from the surround speakers andthe sound of the front speakers. If you are not surewhich sounds best, select PL. BEHD. and then usethe speaker distance parameter and speaker leveladjustments to obtain proper balance.

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Adjusting the speaker level

Use the remote while seated in your listeningposition to adjust the level of each speaker.NoteThe receiver incorporates a new test tone with afrequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker leveladjustment.

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.2 Press TEST TONE on the remote.

T. TONE appears in the display and youwill hear the test tone from each speaker insequence.

3 Adjust the LEVEL parameters so thatthe level of the test tone from eachspeaker sounds the same when you arein your main listening position.Press LEVEL to adjust the balance andlevel of speakers. For details on the LEVELmenu, see pages 27 and 28.While adjusting, the test tone is output fromthe speaker whose adjustment is performed.

4 Press TEST TONE again to turn off thetest tone.

TipYou can adjust the level of all speakers at the sametime. Turn MASTER VOLUME on the main unit orpress MASTER VOL +/ on the remote.

Notes The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is

set to MULTI CH IN (STR-DE585 andSTR-DE485 only).

The adjusted value are shown in the display duringadjustment.

Although these adjustments can also be made viathe front panel using the LEVEL menu (when thetest tone is output, the receiver switches to theLEVEL menu automatically), we recommend youfollow the procedure described above and adjust thespeaker levels from your listening position using theremote.

Checking the connectionsAfter connecting all of your components to thereceiver, do the following to verify that theconnections were made correctly.

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.2 Turn on the component that you

connected (e.g., CD player or tapedeck).

3 Press the function button to select thecomponent (program source).

4 Start playing.

If you do not obtain normal sound output afterperforming this procedure, seeTroubleshooting on page 49 and take theappropriate measures to correct the problem.

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Selecting the component

Function buttons

Press the function button to select thecomponent you want to use.

To select PressVCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2TV tuner or satellite tuner VIDEO 2DVD or LD player DVD/LDMD or Tape deck MD/TAPECD player CDBuilt in tuner TUNER

After turning on the component you selected,select the component and play the programsource.

After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LDplayer, turn on the TV and set the TVs videoinput to match the component you selected.

INPUT MODE

Press INPUT MODE to select the input modefor your digital components.Each time you press the button, the input modeof the currently selected component switches.

Select ToAUTO IN Give priority to digital

signals when there are bothdigital and analogconnections. If there are nodigital signals, analog isselected.

COAX IN Specify the digital audiosignals input to theDIGITAL COAXIAL inputjacks.

Select ToOPT IN Specify the digital audio

signals input to theDIGITAL OPTICAL inputjacks.

ANALOG Specify the analog audiosignals input to the AUDIOIN (L/R) jacks.

NoteIf 96 kHz digital signal is input, the tone, sound fieldand surround parameters do not function.

MULTI CH IN(STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only)Press MULTI CH IN to enjoy the audio sourceconnected to the MULTI CH IN jacks. You canadjust balance and level of all the speakers. Whenthis function is on, the tone and surround effectsare turned off.

MULTI CHANNEL DECODINGIndicator(STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only)This indicator lights up when the unit isdecoding signals recorded in a multi channelformat.

MUTING

Press MUTING to mute the sound. The mutingfunction is canceled when you turn the poweron or turn the MASTER VOLUME clockwiseto turn the volume up.

PHONES

Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, speaker

output is automatically canceled and SP. OFFlights up in the display.

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Changing the display

DISPLAY

Each time you press DISPLAY, the displaychanges cyclically as follows:Index name of the component* t Selectedcomponent t Sound field applied to theprogram source

When the tuner is selectedIndex name of the preset station* or programstation name** t Frequency t Program typeindication** t Radio text** t Currenttime** t Sound field applied to the band orthe preset station* Index name appears only when you have assigned

one to the component or preset station (page 35).Index name does not appear when only blankspaces have been entered, or it is the same as thefunction.

** During RDS reception only. (Models of area codeCEL, CEK only. See page 33).

DIMMER

Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust thebrightness of the display (3 steps).However, when you press any button, thedisplay becomes the brightest settingtemporary.

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Enjoying Surround Sound

You can take advantage of surround soundsimply by selecting one of the receivers pre-programmed sound fields. They bring theexciting and powerful sound of movie theatersand concert halls into your home. You can alsocustomize the sound fields to obtain the soundyou want by changing the surround parameter.To fully enjoy surround sound, you mustregister the number and location of yourspeakers. See Multi channel surround setupstarting from page 15 to set the speakerparameters before enjoying surround sound.

Automatically decodingthe input audio signal

Press A.DEC.AUTO DEC. appears in the display.This mode automatically detects the type ofaudio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS,or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs theproper decoding if necessary. This modepresents the sound as it was recorded/encoded,without adding any effects (e.g. reverberation).However, if there are no low frequency signals(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a lowfrequency signal for output to the sub woofer.

Selecting a sound fieldYou can enjoy surround sound simply byselecting one of the pre-programmed soundfields according to the program you want tolisten to.

Sound field DisplayNormal Surround NORM.SURR.Cinema Studio EX A C.ST.EX A DCSCinema Studio EX B C.ST.EX B DCSCinema Studio EX C C.ST.EX C DCSHall HALLJazz Club JAZZLive Concert CONCERTGame GAME

About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)The sound fields with DCSmark use DCStechnology. When these sound fields areselected, Digital Cinema Sound indicator inthe display lights up.In collaboration with Sony PicturesEntertainment, Sony measured the soundenvironment of their studios and integrated thedata of the measurement and Sonys own DSP(Digital Signal Processor) technology todevelop Digital Cinema Sound. In a hometheater, Digital Cinema Sound simulates anideal movie theater sound environment basedon the preference of the movie director.

Enjoying movies with CinemaStudio EX

Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying themovie software encoded with multi channelformat, such as the Dolby Digital DVD. Thismode reproduces the sound characteristics ofSony Pictures Entertainments studios.

Press CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B or C.The selected sound field is indicated in thedisplay.

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x C.ST.EX A (Cinema Studio EX A)Reproduces the sound characteristics of theSony Pictures Entertainment Cary GrantTheater cinema production studio. This is astandard mode, great for watching most anytype of movie.

x C.ST.EX B (Cinema Studio EX B)Reproduces the sound characteristics of theSony Pictures Entertainment Kim NovakTheater cinema production studio. This modeis ideal for watching science-fiction or actionmovies with lots of sound effects.

x C.ST.EX C (Cinema Studio EX C)Reproduces the sound characteristics of theSony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage.This mode is ideal for watching musicals orclassic films where music is featured in thesoundtrack.

About Cinema Studio EXCinema Studio EX consists of the followingthree elements. Virtual Multi Dimension

Creates 5 sets of virtual speakerssurrounding the listener from a single pair ofactual surround speakers.

Screen Depth MatchingIn a movie theater, sound seems to comefrom inside the image reflected on the moviescreen. This element creates the samesensation in your listening room by shiftingthe sound of the front speakers into thescreen.

Cinema Studio ReverberationReproduces the reverberations peculiar to amovie theater.

Cinema Studio EX is the integrated modewhich operates these elements simultaneously.

TipYou can select Cinema Studio EX by pressing MODErepeatedly.

Notes The effects provided by the virtual speakers may

cause increased noise in the playback signal. When listening with sound fields that employ the

virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear anysound coming directly from the surround speakers.

Selecting other sound fields

Press MODE repeatedly to select thesound field you want.The current sound field is indicated in thedisplay.

x NORM.SURR. (Normal Surround)Software with multi channel surround audiosignals is played back according to the way itwas recorded. Software with 2 channel audiosignals is decoded with Dolby Pro Logic tocreate surround effects.

x HALLReproduces the acoustics of a rectangularconcert hall.

x JAZZ (Jazz Club)Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.x CONCERT (Live Concert)Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat liveconcert.

x GAMEObtains maximum audio impact from videogame software.

To turn the surround effect offPress A.DEC or 2CH.

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Tips The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound

field to a program source whenever it is selected(Sound Field Link). For example, if you listen toCD with JAZZ as the sound field, change to adifferent program source, then return to CD,JAZZ will be applied again.

You can identify the encoding format of programsofware by looking at its packaging.Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the logo, and Dolby Surround encoded programs arelabeled with the logo.

When sound signals with a sampling frequency of96 kHz are input, the sound signals are output instereo automatically, and the sound field is turnedoff.

Using only the frontspeakers (2 Channel Stereo)

Press 2CH.2CH ST. appears in the display.This mode outputs the sound from the front leftand right speakers only. Standard 2 channel(stereo) sources completely bypass the soundfield processing. Multi channel surroundformats are downmixed to 2 channel.

Notes No sound is output from the sub woofer when

2CH ST. is selected. To listen to 2 channel(stereo) sources using the front left and rightspeakers and a sub woofer, press A.DEC to selectAUTO DEC.

When you select Micro Satellite Speaker (page16), internal sound processor will automaticallyredirect bass sound to sub woofer. If you want tolisten to two channel (stereo) sources under thissetting, we recommend that you choose AUTODEC. mode so that you can take advantage ofyour sub woofer to obtain the correct bass signal.

Enjoying stereo sound inmulti channel(Dolby Pro Logic II)

(STR-DE585 only)The receiver can reproduce the stereo sound inmulti channel through Dolby Pro Logic II. Youcan activate the decoder using the SET UPmenu. For details, see pages 36-37.

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7 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is adigital signal being input through theCOAXIAL terminal.

8 OPT: Lights up when the source signal is adigital signal being input through theOPTICAL terminal.

9 Playback channel indicators: The letters(L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels beingplayed back. The boxes around the lettersvary to show how the receiver downmixes thesource sound (based on the speakers settings).When using sound fields like C.ST.EX, thereceiver adds reverberation based on thesource sound.L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center(monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR(Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural orthe surround components obtained by ProLogic processing)).Example:Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2Output channel: Surround speakers absentSound Field: AUTO DEC.

1 ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver isdecoding signals recorded in the DolbyDigital format.

2 PRO LOGIC: Lights up when the receiverapplies Pro Logic processing to 2 channelsignals in order to output the center andsurround channel signals. However, thisindicator does not light if the center andsurround speakers are set to NO, andAUTO DEC. or NORM.SURR. isselected.

NotePro Logic decoding does not function for MPEGformat signals.

3 DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input.

NoteWhen playing a DTS format disc, be sure thatyou have made digital connections and thatINPUT MODE is NOT set to ANALOG(page 21).

4 MPEG: Lights up when MPEG signals areinput.

NoteOnly the front 2 channels are compatible withMPEG format. Multi channel surround sound isdownmixed and output from the front 2 channels.

5 Tuner indicators: Lights up when using thereceiver to tune in radio stations, etc. Seepages 3034 for tuner operations.

NoteRDS only appears for models of area codeCEL, CEK only.

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0 L F E : Lights up when the disc beingplayed back contains the LFE (LowFrequency Effect) channel and when thesound of the LFE channel signal is actuallybeing reproduced.

qa SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection isset to YES (page 18) and the audio signal isoutput from the SUB WOOFER jacks.

qs SP. OFF: Lights up when headphones areinserted.

Customizing sound fieldsBy adjusting the surround parameters and thetone characteristics of the front speakers, youcan customize the sound fields to suit yourparticular listening situation.Once you customize a sound field, the changesare stored in the memory indefinitely. You canchange a customized sound field any time bymaking new adjustments to the parameters.See the tables on page 55 for the parametersavailable in each sound field.

To get the most from multichannel surround sound

Position your speakers and do the proceduresdescribed in Multi channel surround setupstarting from page 15 before you customize asound field.

Adjusting the surroundparameter

The SURR menu contains parameter that letyou customize various aspects of the currentsound field. The settings are stored individuallyfor each sound field.

1 Start playing a program sourceencoded with multi channel surroundsound.

2 Press SURR.The button lights up and the first parameteris displayed.

3 Press MENU + or MENU to select thesetting you want.The setting is entered automatically.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial settingEFFECT (depends on the sound field)

Effect level (EFFECT)Lets you adjust the presence of the currentsurround effect.

Adjusting the levelparameters

The LEVEL menu contains parameters that letyou adjust the balance and volumes of eachspeaker. The settings are applied to all soundfields.

1 Start playing a program sourceencoded with multi channel surroundsound.

2 Press LEVEL.The button lights up and the first parameteris displayed.

3 Press MENU or MENU to selectthe parameter you want to adjust.

4 Press MENU + or MENU to select thesetting you want.The setting is entered automatically.

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Initial settings

Parameter Initial settingL

R BAL. L/R XXX* BALANCE

CTR XXX dB* 0 dBSUR.L. XXX dB* 0 dBSUR.R. XXX dB* 0 dBS.W. XXX dB* 0 dBL.F.E. XXX dB 0 dBD. RANGE COMP. XXX OFF

* The parameters can be adjusted separately forMULTI CH IN (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only).

Front balance ( L R BAL. L/R XXX)

Lets you adjust the balance between front leftand right speakers.

Center level (CTR XXX dB)Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.Surround left level (SUR.L. XXX dB)Lets you adjust the level of the surround leftspeaker.

Surround right level (SUR.R. XXX dB)Lets you adjust level of the surround rightspeaker.

Sub woofer level (S.W. XXX dB)Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mixlevel (L.F.E. XXX dB)Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (LowFrequency Effect) channel output from the subwoofer without effecting the level of the bassfrequencies sent to the sub woofer from thefront, center or surround channels via theDolby Digital or DTS bass redirectioncircuitry.

For LFE mix level, 0 dB outputs the full LFEsignal at the mix level determined by therecording engineer.

To mute the sound of the LFE channel from thesub woofer, select OFF. However, the lowfrequency sounds of the front, center, orsurround speakers are output from the subwoofer according to the settings made for eachspeaker in the speaker setup (pages 1518).

Dynamic range compressor ( D. RANGECOMP. XXX)Lets you compress the dynamic range of thesound track. This may be useful when you wantto watch movies at low volumes late at night.We recommend using the MAX setting. To reproduce the sound track with no

compression, select OFF. To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic

range intended by the recording engineer, selectSTD.

To compress the dynamic range in small stepsto achieve the sound you desire, select 0.10.9.

To reproduce a dramatic compression of thedynamic range, select MAX.

NoteDynamic range compression is possible with DolbyDigital sources only.

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Adjusting the bass and treble

The BASS +/ and TREBLE +/ button letsyou adjust the tone (bass or treble) of the frontspeakers for optimum sound. You can adjustthe tone for each separate sound field.

1 Start playing a program sourceencoded with multi channel surroundsound.

2 Press BASS +/ or TREBLE +/ toadjust the tone.The setting is stored automatically.

Initial settings

Parameter Initial settingBASS 0 dBTREB. 0 dB

BASS (Bass)Lets you adjust the bass tone.TREB. (Treble)Lets you adjust the treble tone.

Resetting customized soundfields to the factory settings

1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn offthe power.

2 Hold down MODE and press ?/1.SF. CLR. appears in the display and allsound fields are reset at once.

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Receiving Broadcasts

Before receiving broadcasts, make sure youhave connected FM and AM antennas to thereceiver (page 7).

Storing FM stationsautomatically(AUTOBETICAL)

(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)This function lets you store up to 30 FM andFM RDS stations in alphabetical order withoutredundancy. Additionally, it only stores thestations with the clearest signals.If you want to store FM or AM stations one byone, see Presetting radio stations on page 32.

1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.2 Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to

turn the receiver back on.AUTO-BETICAL SELECT appears inthe display and the receiver scans and storesall the FM and FM RDS stations in thebroadcast area.For RDS stations, the tuner first checks forstations broadcasting the same program,then stores only the one with the clearestsignal. The selected RDS stations are sortedalphabetically by their Program Servicename, then assigned a 2-character presetcode. For more details on RDS, see page 33.Regular FM stations are assigned2-character preset codes and stored after theRDS station.When done, FINISH appears in thedisplay momentarily and the receiverreturns to the normal operation.

Notes Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied

remote during autobetical operation. If you move to another area, repeat this procedure

to store stations in your new area. For details on tuning the stored stations, see page

32. If you move the antenna after storing stations with

this procedure, the stored settings may no longer bevalid. If this happens, repeat this procedure to storethe stations again.

Direct tuningYou can enter a frequency of the station youwant directly by using the numeric buttons on thesupplied remote. For details on the buttons usedin this section, see pages 3844 for remoteRM-PP506 and pages 4548 for remoteRM-U306.

1 Press TUNER on the remote.The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press FM* or AM* to select the FM orAM band.

3 Press D. TUNING on the remote.4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the

frequency.Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz

Example 2: AM 1350 kHz(You dont have to enter the last 0 when thetuning scale is set to 10 kHz.)

If you cannot tune in a station and theentered numbers flashMake sure youve entered the rightfrequency. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4.If the entered numbers still flash, thefrequency is not used in your area.

* For models of area code CEL, CEK: FM/AM.

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5 If youve tuned in an AM station, adjustthe direction of the AM loop antenna foroptimum reception.

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to receive anotherstation.

Tips If you do not remember the precise frequency, press

TUNING + or TUNING after entering the valueclose to the frequency you want. The receiverautomatically tunes in the station you want. If thefrequency seems to be higher than the entered value,press TUNING +, and if the frequency seems to belower than the entered value, press TUNING .

If STEREO flashes in the display and the FMstereo reception is poor, press FM MODE to changeto monaural (MONO). You will not be able to enjoythe stereo effect, but the sound will be less distorted.To return to stereo mode, press FM MODE again.

The tuning scale differs depending on the area codeas shown in the following table. For details on areacodes, see page 4.

Area code FM AMU, CA 100 kHz 10 kHz*AU, SP, CEL, CEK, TW 50 kHz 9 kHzE2/E3, MX, AR 50 kHz 9 kHz*

* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 53).

Automatic tuningIf you dont know the frequency of the stationyou want, you can let the receiver scan allavailable stations in your area.

1 Press TUNER.The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press FM** or AM** to select the FM orAM band.

3 Press TUNING + or TUNING .Press TUNING + to scan from low to high;press TUNING to scan from high to low.The receiver stops scanning whenever astation is received.

When the receiver reaches either end ofthe bandScanning is repeated in the same direction.

4 To continue scanning, press TUNING +or TUNING again.

** For models of area code CEL, CEK: FM/AM.

Preset tuningAfter you have tuned in stations using DirectTuning or Automatic Tuning, you can presetthem to the receiver. Then you can tune in anyof the stations directly by entering its 2-character preset code using the suppliedremote. Up to 30 FM or AM stations can bepreset. The receiver will also scan all thestations that you have preset.Before tuning to preset stations, be sure topreset them by performing steps on Presettingradio stations (page 32).

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Tuning to preset stations

You can tune the preset stations by either of thefollowing two ways.

Scanning the preset stations

1 Press TUNER.The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press PRESET TUNING +* or PRESETTUNING * repeatedly to select thepreset station you want.Each time you press the button, the receivertunes in one preset station at a time, in thecorresponding order and direction asfollows:

* For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/PTYSELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT .

Using the preset codesUse the supplied remote to perform thefollowing operations. For details on the buttonsused in this section, see pages 38-44 for remoteRM-PP506 and pages 45-48 for remoteRM-U306.

1 Press TUNER on the remote.The last received station is tuned in.

2 Press SHIFT to select a memory page(A, B, or C), then press the presetnumber of the station you want usingthe numeric buttons.

Presetting radio stations

1 Press TUNER.The last received station is tuned in.

2 Tune in the station that you want topreset using Direct Tuning (page 30) orAutomatic Tuning (page 31).

3 Press MEMORY.MEMORY appears in the display for a fewseconds.Do steps 4 to 6 before MEMORY goes out.

4 Press SHIFT to select a memory page(A, B or C).Each time you press SHIFT, the letter A,B, or C appears in the display.

5 Press PRESET TUNING +* or PRESETTUNING * to select a preset number.If MEMORY goes out before you pressthe preset number, start again from step 3.

6 Press MEMORY again to store thestation.If MEMORY goes out before you canstore the station, start again from step 3.

7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to preset anotherstation.

* For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT .

To change a preset number toanother stationDo steps 1 to 6 to preset a new station to thenumber.

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Using the Radio DataSystem (RDS)

(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)This receiver also allows you to use RDS(Radio Data System), which enables radiostations to send additional information alongwith the regular program signal. You can usethe following convenient RDS features: Displaying RDS information Scanning preset stations by program typeNote that RDS is operable only for FMstations.** Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do

they provide the same types of services. If you arenot familiar with the RDS services in your area,check with your local radio stations for details.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station on the FM bandusing direct tuning (page 30), automatictuning (page 31), or preset tuning (page 31).When you tune in a station that provides RDSservices, the RDS indicator lights up and theprogram station name normally appears in thedisplay.

NoteRDS may not work properly if the station you tunedto is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if thesignal strength is weak.

Displaying RDS information

While receiving an RDS station, pressDISPLAY.Each time you press the button, RDSinformation on the display changes cyclicallyas follows:Program Station name t Frequency tProgram Type indicationa) tRadio Text indicationb) t Current Timeindication (in 24-hour system) t Sound fieldcurrectly applieda) Type of program being broadcast (page 34).b) Text messages sent by the RDS station.

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Notes If there is an emergency announcement by

government authorities, ALARM flashes in thedisplay.

When the message consists of 9 characters or more,the message scrolls across the display.

If a station does not provide a particular RDSservice, NO XXX (such as NO PTY) appears inthe display.

Scanning preset stations byprogram type

You can tune in preset stations according to aprogram type that you specify. The receiverscans for stations in its preset memory currentlybroadcasting the specified program type.

1 Press PTY.2 Press PRESET/PTY SELECT + or

PRESET/PTY SELECT to select theprogram type.See the table below for the information oneach program type.

3 Press PTY.While the receiver is scanning stations,SEARCH and the programme type aredisplayed alternately.When the receiver finds a station, thereceiver stops scanning. When the receivercould not find any preset stations currentlybroadcasting the specified program type,NO PTY appears in the display.

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Using the Radio Data System (RDS)(continued)Description of program types

Program type DescriptionindicationNEWS News programsAFFAIRS Topical programs that expand

on current news

INFO Programs offering information ona wide spectrum of subjects,including consumer affairs andmedical advice

SPORT Sports programsEDUCATE Educational programs, such as

how-to and advice programsDRAMA Radio plays and serialsCULTURE Programs about national or

regional culture, such as languageand social concerns

SCIENCE Programs about the naturalsciences and technology

VARIED Other types of programs such ascelebrity interviews, panel games,and comedy

POP M Popular music programsROCK M Rock music programsEASY M Easy ListeningLIGHT M Instrumental, vocal, and choral

musicCLASSICS Performances of major orchestras,

chamber music, opera, etc.OTHER M Music that does not fit into any

categories above, such as Rhythm& Blues and Reggae

WEATHER Weather informationFINANCE Stock market reports and trading,

etc.

CHILDREN Programs for childrenSOCIAL Programs about people and the

things that affect themRELIGION Programs of religious content

Program type DescriptionindicationPHONE IN Programs where members of the

public express their views byphone or in a public forum

TRAVEL Programs about travel. Not forannouncements that are located byTP/TA

LEISURE Programs on recreational activitiessuch as gardening, fishing,cooking, etc.

JAZZ Jazz programsCOUNTRY Country music programsNATION M Programs featuring the popular

music of the country or regionOLDIES Programs featuring oldies musicFOLK M Folk music programsDOCUMENT Investigative featuresNONE Any programs not defined above

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Naming preset stationsand program sources

You can enter a name (index name) of up to 8characters for preset stations and programsources. These names (for example, VHS)appear in the receivers display when a stationor program source is selected. Note that nomore than one name can be entered for eachpreset station or program source.This function is useful for distinguishingcomponents of the same kind. For example,two VCRs can be specified as VHS and8MM, respectively. It is also handy foridentifying components connected to jacksmeant for another type of component, forexample, a second CD player connected to theMD/TAPE jacks.1 To name a preset station

Press TUNER.The last station you received is tuned in.If you are not familiar with how to tune inpreset stations, see Tuning to presetstations on page 32.

To name a program sourceSelect the program source (component)to be named.

2 Press NAME.3 Create an index name by using MENU +

or MENU and MENU or MENU :Press MENU + or MENU to select acharacter, then press MENU to move thecursor to the next position.

To insert a spacePress MENU + or MENU until a blankspace appears in the display.

If youve made a mistakePress MENU or MENU repeatedlyuntil the character to be changed flashes,then press MENU + or MENU to selectthe right character.

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4 Press ENTER.5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to assign index

name for another station or programsource.

Note(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)You cannot change the name of an RDS station.

RecordingBefore you begin, make sure youve connectedall components properly.

Recording on an audio tapeor MiniDisc

You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDiscusing the receiver. See the operatinginstructions of your cassette deck or MD deckif you need help.

1 Select the component to be recorded.2 Prepare the component for playing.

For example, insert a CD into the CDplayer.

3 Insert a blank tape or MD into therecording deck and adjust therecording level, if necessary.

4 Start recording on the recording deck,then start playback on the playbackcomponent.

Notes Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output

from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. When MULTI CH IN is selected, the analog audio

signals of the current function is output from theREC OUT jack (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485only).

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Using the Sleep TimerYou can set the receiver to turn offautomatically at a specified time.

Press SLEEP on the front panel (STR-DE485E only) or on the remote while thepower is on.Each time you press the button, the displaychanges cyclically as follows:2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00t OFFThe display dims after you have specified thetime.

Tips You can freely specify the time. After pressing

SLEEP, specify the time you want using the MENU / or MENU +/ on the receiver. The sleep

time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can specifyup to 5 hours.

To check the remaining time before the receiverturns off, press SLEEP. The remaining timeappears in the display.

Adjustments using the SETUP button

The SET UP button allows you to make thefollowing adjustments.1 Press SET UP.2 Press MENU or MENU to select

the parameter you want to adjust.3 Press MENU + or MENU to select the

setting you want.The setting is entered automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have setall of the parameters that follow.

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Recording on a video tape

You can record from a VCR, a TV, a DVDplayer or an LD player using the receiver. Youcan also add audio from a variety of audiosources when editing a video tape. See theoperating instructions of your VCR or LDplayer if you need help.

1 Select the program source to berecorded.

2 Prepare the component for playing.For example, insert the laser disc you wantto record into the LD player.

3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR(VIDEO 1) for recording.

4 Start recording on the recording VCR,then start playing the video tape orlaser disc you want to record.

TipYou can record the sound from any audio source ontoa video tape while copying from a video tape or laserdisc. Locate the point where you want to startrecording from another audio source, select theprogram source, then start playback. The audio fromthat source will be recorded onto the audio track ofthe video tape instead of the audio from the originalmedium. To resume audio recording from the originalmedium, select the video source again.

Notes Make sure to make both digital and analog

connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD/LD inputs.Analog recording is not possible if you make onlydigital connections.

When MULTI CH IN is selected analog audiosignals of the current function is output from theREC OUT jacks (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485only).

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Initial settings

Parameter Initial setting

C.MODE.AVX AV2

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x Selecting the command mode of theremote (C.MODE.AVX)

Lets you select the command mode of theremote. Change the command mode when youuse 2 Sony receivers in the same room.

x 2ch decode mode ( PRO LOGIC )Lets you specify the type of decoding for the 2channel source. This receiver incorporates withDolby Pro Logic II which has movie mode andmusic mode, and the receiver can reproduce the2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through DolbyPro Logic II. When set to DOLBY PL, the receiver

performs the Pro logic decoding. The sourcerecorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4channels.

When set to II MOVIE, the receiverperforms the Pro Logic II movie modedecoding. This setting is ideal for the moviesencoded in Dolby Surround. Besides, thismode can reproduce the sound in 5.1 channelwhen watching the videos of old movies orin the dubbed language.

When set to II MUSIC, the receiverperforms the Pro Logic II music modedecoding. This setting is ideal for the normalstereo sources, such as CDs.

NoteDolby Pro Logic II does not function for DTS orMPEG format signals.

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For STR-DE585 area code CA onlyYou can use the remote RM-PP506 to operatethe components in your system.

Before you use yourremote

Inserting batteries into theremote

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment.When using the remote, point it at the remotesensor g on the receiver.

TipUnder normal conditions, the batteries should last forabout 6 months. When the remote no longer operatesthe receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or

humid place. Do not use a new battery with an old one. Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight

or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause amalfunction.

If you dont use the remote for an extended periodof time, remove the batteries to avoid possibledamage from battery leakage and corrosion.

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The tables below show the settings of eachbutton.

Remote Operations FunctionButtonSLEEP Receiver Activates the sleep

function and the durationwhich the receiver turnsoff automatically.

?/1 Receiver Turns the receiver on or off.

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Remote Operations FunctionButtonVIDEO 1 Receiver To watch VCR.

(VTR mode 3)VIDEO 2 Receiver To watch VCR.

(VTR mode 1)VIDEO 3 Receiver To watch VCR.

(VTR mode 2)DVD/LD Receiver To watch DVD or laser

disc.TV/SAT Receiver To watch TV programs

or satellite receiver.AUX Receiver To listen to an audio

equipment.MD/TAPE Receiver To listen to Minidisc

or audio tape.CD/SACD Receiver To listen to compact disc.TUNER Receiver To listen to radio

programs.PHONO Receiver To listen to turntable.INPUT Receiver Selects input mode forMODE your digital components.AUDIO Receiver To assign the audio inputSPLIT for each function.SHIFT Receiver Press repeatedly to select

a memory page forpresetting radio stationsor tuning to presetstations.

D.TUNING Receiver Tuner station direct key-in-mode.

AUTO DEC Receiver Selects AUTODECODING mode.

MODE +/ Receiver Selects sound field mode.2CH Receiver Selects 2CH mode.PRESET Receiver Selects preset sound field

(e.g. Cinema StudioEX A, B, C)

TEST Receiver Press to output test tone.TONE

Remote Operations FunctionButtonNIGHT Receiver Press to select NIGHTMODE MODE.EQ/TONE Receiver EQ ON/OFF.MULTI/ Receiver Selects MULTI CH IN.2CH A.DIRECTON Receiver To display the menus ofSCREEN the receiver on the TV

screen.

MUTING Receiver Mutes the sound from thereceiver.

U/u Receiver Selects a menu item.I/i Receiver Makes adjustment or

change the setting.MAIN Receiver Press this buttonMENU repeatedly to select one

of the four cursor modes:SURR, LEVEL, SET UPand NAME.

MASTER Receiver Adjusts the masterVOL +/ volume of the receiver.AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ Turns the audio and

CD player/ video components on orVCD player/ off.LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck

SYSTEM Receiver/ Turns off the receiver andSTANDBY TV/VCR/ other Sony audio/video(Press Satellite tuner/ components.AV ?/1 CD player/and ?/1 VCD player/at the LD player/same time) DVD player/

MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

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Remote Button Description(continued)Remote Operations FunctionButton09 Receiver Use with SHIFT button

to select tuner presetstation numeric inputduring DIRECTTUNING or MEMORYmode.

CD player/ Selects track numbers.VCD player/ 0 selects track 10.LD player/MD deck/DAT deckTV/VCR/ Selects channel numbers.Satellite tuner

ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel,Satellite tuner/ disc or track using theVCD player/ numeric buttons, press toLD player/ enter the value.MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

>10 CD player/ Selects track numbersVCD player/ over 10.LD player/MD deck/Tape deck

m/M CD player/ Searches tracksVCD player/ (forward or backward).DVD player/VCR/ Fastforwards orLD player/ rewinds.MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

./> VCR/ Skips tracks.CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

Remote Operations FunctionButtonD.SKIP / Receiver Scans and selects presetCH/ stations.PRESET TV/VCR/ Selects preset channels.+/ Satellite tuner

CD player/ Skips discs (multi-discVCD player/ changer only).DVD player/MD deck

N VCR/ Starts play.CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

X VCR/ Pauses play or record.CD player/ (Also starts recordingVCD player/ with components inLD player/ record standby.)DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

x VCR/ Stops play.CD player/VCD player/LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

AV TV/VCR/ Selects informationDISPLAY VCD player/ displayed on the TV

LD player/ screen.DVD player

TITLE/ VCR/Satellite Displays title and guide.GUIDE tuner/

DVD playerAV VCR/Satellite Displays menu.MENU tuner/

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Remote Operations FunctionButtonMUTING TV Mutes the sound from(with TV.PAUSE)P IN P* TV Activates the picture-in-

picture function.USE Remote Use to program theMODE remote.AV 1 Remote Selects the mode of the

remote.

AV 23RD2ND ROOMSOURCE Remote Selects 2ND AV output.

* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picturefunction.

Notes Some functions explained in this section may not

work depending on the model of the receiver. The above explanation is intended to serve as an

example only.Therefore, depending on the component the aboveoperation may not be possible or may operatedifferently than described.

The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIOSPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN,/10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCEfunctions are not available for set operation.

Selecting the mode of theremote

Set the remote mode using the USE MODEbutton and the remote mode buttons.

Selecting the command modeYou can switch the command mode (AV1 orAV2) of the remote. If the command mode ofthe receiver and the remote is different, youcannot use the remote to operate the receiver.

Press 1 (AV1) (or 2 (AV2)) while pressingdown USE MODEThe indicator lights once (twice for AV2) , thenthe command mode switches.

Remote Operations FunctionButtonENTER/ VCR/Satellite Enters the selection.EXEC tuner/

DVD playerEXIT/ VCR/Satellite Returns to the previousRETURN tuner/ menu or exits the menu.

DVD playern Tape deck Starts play on the reverse

side.ANT VCR Selects output signalTV/ VTR from aerial terminal: TV

signal or VCR program.DISC CD player/ Selects discs (multi-disc

VCD player changer only).O VCD player Press to go back to the

previous menu.TV/ TV/VCR Selects input signal: TVVIDEO input or video input.-/-- TV/VCR Selects the channel

entry mode, either oneor two digit.

SEARCH DVD player Selects searching mode.MODECLEAR DVD player Press if you made a

mistake when you pressthe number button.

MONITOR TV Press to activate TVcontrol buttons. Pressagain to restore originalcategory.

WIDE TV Selects the wide picturemode.

JUMP TV Toggles between theprevious and the currentchannels.

SUB TV Selects preset channelsCH+/* for the small picture.POSITION* TV Changes the position of

the small picture.SWAP* TV Swaps the small and

the large picture.VOL TV Adjusts the volume of the+/* TV.

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To check the mode of the remotePress USE MODE. You can check the remoteby the indicator.

Mode Indicator lightsAV1 onceAV2 twice

To reset the remote to factorysettings

Press =/1, AV =/1, and MASTER VOL atthe same time.The indicator lights 3 times, then goes off.

Programming the remoteYou can program the remote to control non-Sony components by changing the code. Oncethe control signals have been memorized, youcan use those components as part of yoursystem.Futhermore, you can also program the remotefor Sony components that the remote is unableto control. Note that the remote can onlycontrol components that accept infraredwireless control signals.

NoteWhen you assign a component to the MONITORbutton, you can operate the programmed componentwithout changing the function of the receiver.

1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing down USEMODE.The indicator lights.

2 Press the function button (includingMONITOR) for the component you wantto control.For example, if you are going to control aCD player, press CD/SACD.

3 Press the numeric buttons to enter thenumeric code (or one of the codes ifmore than one code exists)corresponding to the component andthe maker of the component you wantto control.See the tables on pages 43 and 44 forinformation on the numeric code(s)corresponding to the component and themaker of the component (the first digit andthe last two digits of the numeric codecorrespond to the category and the makerscode respectively.)

4 Press ENTER.Once the numeric code has been verified,the indicator slowly flashes twice and theremote automatically exits the programmingmode.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control othercomponents.

To cancel programmingPress USE MODE during any step. The remoteautomatically exits the programming mode.

To activate the function afterprogramming.Press the programmed button to activate thefunction you want.

If programming is unsuccessful,check the following: If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the

batteries are weak. Replace both batteries. If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession

while entering the numeric code, an error hasoccurred. Start again from step 1.

Notes The indicator turns off while a valid button is

pressed. In step 2, if several function buttons are pressed,

only the last pressed button is valid. In step 3, if a function button is pressed, the new

function is selected and the programmingprocedure returns to the beginning of step 3.

For the numeric codes, only the first three numbersentered are valid.

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To clear the memory of the remoteTo clear all programmed and learned signals,do the following to reset the remote to factorysettings.

Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL atthe same time.The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.

The numeric codes corresponding tothe component and the maker of thecomponent

Use the numeric codes in the tables below tocontrol non-Sony components and also Sonycomponents that the remote is normally unableto control. Since the remote signal that acomponent accepts differs depending on themodel and year of the component, more thanone numeric code may be assigned to acomponent. If you fail to program your remoteusing one of the codes, try using other codes.

Notes The numeric codes are based on the latest

information available for each brand. There is achance, however, that your component will notrespond to some or all of the codes.

All of the functions on this remote may not beavailable when used with your particularcomponent.

To control a CD player

Maker Code(s)SONY 101, 102, 103DENON 104, 123JVC 105, 106, 107KENWOOD 108, 109, 110MAGNAVOX 111, 116MARANTZ 116ONKYO 112, 113, 114PANASONIC 115PHILIPS 116PIONEER 117TECHNICS 115, 118, 119YAMAHA 120, 121, 122

To control a DAT deck

Maker Code(s)SONY 203PIONEER 219

To control an MD deck

Maker Code(s)SONY 301DENON 302JVC 303KENWOOD 304

To control a tape deck

Maker Code(s)SONY 201, 202DENON 204, 205KENWOOD 206, 207, 208, 209NAKAMICHI 210PANASONIC 216PHILIPS 211, 212PIONEER 213, 214TECHNICS 215, 216YAMAHA 217, 218

To control an LD player

Maker Code(s)SONY 601, 602, 603PIONEER 606

To control a video CD player

Maker Code(s)SONY 605

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To control a VCR

Maker Code(s)SONY 701, 702, 703, 704, 705,

706AIWA 710, 750, 757, 758AKAI 707, 708, 709, 759BLAUPUNKT 740EMERSON 711, 712, 713, 714, 715,

716, 750FISHER 717, 718, 719, 720GENERAL ELECTRIC 721, 722, 730GOLDSTAR 723, 753GRUNDIG 724HITACHI 722, 725, 729, 741ITT/NOKIA 717JVC 726, 727, 728, 736MAGNAVOX 730, 731, 738MITSUBISHI/MGA 732, 733, 734, 735NEC 736PANASONIC 729, 730, 737, 738, 739,

740PHILIPS 729, 730, 731PIONEER 729RCA/PROSCAN 722, 729, 730, 731, 741,

747SAMSUNG 742, 743, 744, 745SANYO 717, 720, 746SHARP 748, 749TELEFUNKEN 751, 752TOSHIBA 747, 755, 756ZENITH 754

To control a DVD player

Maker Code(s)SONY 401PANASONIC 402, 406PHILIPS 407PIONEER 403TOSHIBA 404DENON 405

To control a TV

Maker Code(s)SONY 501DAEWOO 504, 505, 506, 507, 515,

544FISHER 508GOLDSTAR 503, 511, 512, 515, 534,

544GRUNDIG 517, 534HITACHI 513, 514, 515, 544ITT/NOKIA 521, 522JVC 516MAGNAVOX 503, 518, 544MITSUBISHI/MGA 503, 519, 544NEC 503, 520, 544PANASONIC 509, 524PHILIPS 515, 518PIONEER 509, 525, 526, 540RCA/PROSCAN 510, 527, 528, 529, 544SAMSUNG 503, 515, 531, 532, 533,

534, 544SANYO 508, 545SHARP 535TELEFUNKEN 523, 536, 537, 538THOMSON 530, 537, 539TOSHIBA 535, 540, 541ZENITH 542, 543

To control a satellite tuner or cablebox

Maker Code(s)SONY 801, 802, 803JERROLD/G.I. 806, 807, 808, 809, 810,

811, 812, 813, 814PANASONIC 818RCA 804, 805S. ATLANTA 815, 816, 817

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Except for STR-DE585 area code CAYou can use the remote RM-U306 to operatethe components in your system.

Before you use yourremote

Inserting batteries into theremote

Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment.When using the remote, point it at the remotesensor g on the receiver.

TipUnder normal conditions, the batteries should last forabout 6 months. When the remote no longer operatesthe receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.

Notes Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or

humid place. Do not use a new battery with an old one. Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight

or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause amalfunction.

If you dont use the remote for an extended periodof time, remove the batteries to avoid possibledamage from battery leakage and corrosion.

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The tables below show the settings of eachbutton.

Remote Operations FunctionButtonSLEEP Receiver Activates the sleep

function and the durationwhich the receiver turnsoff automatically.

?/1 Receiver Turns the receiver on oroff.

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Remote Operations FunctionButtonMASTER Receiver Adjusts the masterVOL +/ volume of the receiver.AV ?/1 TV/VCR/ Turns the audio and

CD player/ video components on orVCD player/ off.LD player/DVD player/MD deck/DAT deck

SYSTEM Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver andSTANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video(Press AV tuner/ components?/1 and CD player/?/1 at VCD player/the same LD player/time) DVD player/

MD deck/DAT deck/Tape deck

0-9 Receiver Use with SHIFT buttonto select tuner presetstation numeric inputduring DIRECTTUNING or MEMORYmode.

CD player/ Selects track numbers.VCD player/ 0 selects track 10.LD player/MD deck/DAT deckTV/VCR/ Selects channel numbers.Satellite tuner

>10 CD player/ Selects track numbersVCD player/ over 10.LD player/MD deck/Tape deck

ENTER TV/VCR/ After selecting a channel,Satellite tuner/ disc or track using theLD player/ numeric buttons, press toMD deck/ enter the value.DAT deck/Tape deck

Remote Operations FunctionButtonVIDEO 1 Receiver To watch VCR.

(VTR mode 3)VIDEO 2 Receiver To watch VCR.

(VTR mode 1)DVD/LD Receiver To watch DVD or laser

disc.MD/TAPE Receiver To listen to Minidisc or

audio tape.CD Receiver To listen to compact disc.TUNER Receiver To listen to radio

programs.SHIFT Receiver Press repeatedly to select

a memory page forpresetting radio stationsor tuning to presetstations.

D.TUNING Receiver Tuner station direct key-in-mode.

A.DEC Receiver Select AUTODECODING mode.

MODE Receiver Selects sound field mode.2CH Receiver Selects 2CH mode.TEST Receiver Press to output test to