4-244-963-12(1)
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
STR-DE995
STR-DE895
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– 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 is
connected.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains,
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
Don’t throw away the battery with
general house waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
For customers in the United States
For customers in Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE
THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered
mark.
As an
Corporation has determined that this
product meets the NERGY
TAR®
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NERGY S
TAR® partner, Sony
E
S
guidelines for energy efficiency.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
accompanying the appliance.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
WARNING
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
**“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and
“Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
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Table of Contents
Recording ............................................ 40
Using the Sleep Timer ......................... 41
Adjustments using the CUSTOMIZE
menu .............................................. 42
Changing the command mode of the
receiver .......................................... 43
CONTROL A1II control system ......... 44
List of Button Locations and
Reference Pages
Main unit ............................................... 5
Hooking Up the Components
Required cords....................................... 7
Antenna hookups ................................... 8
Audio component hookups .................... 9
Video component hookups .................. 10
Digital component hookups................. 11
Multi channel input hookups ............... 13
Other hookups ..................................... 14
Operations Using the Remote
RM-PP4121) and RM-PG4122)
Before you use your remote ................ 46
Remote button description................... 46
Selecting the command mode of the
remote............................................ 50
Programming the remote ..................... 51
Learning the commands of your
Hooking Up and Setting Up
the Speaker System
components3) ................................. 54
Performing several commands in sequence
automatically (Macro Play)3) ........... 55
Speaker system hookups ..................... 17
Performing initial setup operations ..... 19
Multi channel surround setup .............. 19
Checking the connections.................... 24
Operations Using the Remote
RM-LG1124)
Basic Operations
Before you use your remote ................ 57
Remote button description................... 57
Selecting the command mode of the
Programming the remote ..................... 61
Learning the commands of your
Selecting the component ..................... 25
Listening to the sound in another room ... 27
Changing the display ........................... 27
Enjoying Surround Sound
components ................................... 64
Performing several commands in sequence
automatically (Macro Play) ............. 66
Using only the front speakers
(2 Channel Stereo) ........................ 28
Enjoying higher fidelity sound ............ 28
Selecting a sound field ........................ 29
Selecting the surround back decoding mode
(SURR BACK DECODING) .......... 31
Understanding the multi channel
Additional Information
Precautions .......................................... 67
Troubleshooting................................... 67
Specifications ...................................... 70
Tables of settings using the MAIN
surround displays .......................... 33
Customizing sound fields .................... 34
MENU button ................................ 73
Adjustable parameters for each sound
field ............................................... 75
Receiving Broadcasts
Direct tuning ........................................ 37
Automatic tuning ................................. 38
Preset tuning ........................................ 38
1) STR-DE895 models of area code CA only.
2) STR-DE995 models of area code CA only and
STR-DE895 models of area code U, E2/E3, MX
only.
Other Operations
3) RM-PG412 only.
4) STR-DE995 models of area code U only.
Naming preset stations and program
sources ........................................... 40
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About This Manual
Note for the supplied remote
The instructions in this manual are for models
STR-DE995 and STR-DE895. Check your model
number by looking at the lower right corner of the
front panel. In this manual, the STR-DE995 is used
for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any
difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text,
for example, “STR-DE995 only”.
For RM-PP412 (STR-DE895 models of
area code CA only)
The AUX, AAC BI-LING, 12 and ON
SCREEN button on the remote are not
available.
For RM-PG412 (STR-DE995 models of
area code CA only and STR-DE895
models of area code U, E2/E3, MX
only)
– (STR-DE995 only) The AAC BI-LING and
12 button on the remote are not available.
About area codes
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see
the illustration below).
L
L
–
+
R
R
– (STR-DE895 only) The AAC BI-LING, 12
and ON SCREEN button on the remote are
not available.
FRONT
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω
B
FRONT
A
R
L
L
+
–
–
+
R
SURROUND
IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω
S
AC OUTLET
4-XXX-XXX-XX AA
Area code
For RM-LG112 (STR-DE995 models of
area code U only)
The AAC BI-LING and 12 button on the
remote are not available.
Any differences in operation, according to the
area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for
example, “Models of area code AA only”.
Tip
The instructions in this manual describe the controls
on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the
supplied remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the receiver. For details on the use
of your remote, see
• pages 46–53 for RM–PP412 (STR-DE895 models
of area code CA only).
• pages 46–56 for RM–PG412 (STR-DE995 models
of area code CA only and STR-DE895 models of
area code U, E2/E3, MX only).
• pages 57–66 for RM–LG112 (STR-DE995 models
of area code U only).
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List of Button Locations and Reference Pages
Illustration number
How to use page 5 and 6
r
Use this page to find the location of buttons that are
mentioned in the text.
DISPLAY 4 (27, 69)
R
R
Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
STR-DE995 only
MD/TAPE (indicator) qs (25)
MEMORY eh (38)
MENU wh (20, 35, 36, 40, 42, 73)
MOVIE (button/indicator) e; (29,
30, 68)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
(indicator) wj (26)
MULTI CH IN/DIRECT wk (26)
MUSIC (button/indicator) wl (29,
30, 68)
T – Z
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
TUNER FM/AM (indicator) qg
(25, 38–40)
TUNING +/– eg (38)
TV/SAT (indicator) qa (25)
VIDEO 1 (indicator) 7 (25)
VIDEO 2 (indicator) 8 (25)
VIDEO 3 (indicator) 9 (25)
VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT
(OPT) (jack) el (11)
A – H
A.F.D. (button/indicator) ea
(28–31)
CD/SACD (indicator) qd (25)
DIMMER 5 (27)
DISPLAY 4 (27, 69)
Display qf (27)
DVD (indicator) q; (25)
ENTER wf (19, 40, 43)
FM MODE ej (37)
VIDEO 3 INPUT (jacks) ek (10,
11)
O – S
ON SCREEN wa (10)
PHONES (jack) 3 (26, 33, 68)
PHONO (indicator) qh (25)
PRESET TUNING +/– ef (38,
39, 71)
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 2
(17, 26, 67)
SURR BACK DECODING ed
(31, 42)
NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS
I – N
INPUT MODE ws (25)
INPUT SELECTOR w; (25)
IR (receptor) 6 (46, 57, 69)
MAIN MENU wd (20, 35, 36, 40,
42, 73)
2CH (button/indicator) es (28,
30, 36)
2ND ZONE ql (27)
?/1 (power) 1 (19, 24, 36, 43,
71)
MASTER VOLUME qk (24, 26,
67)
+/– wg (20, 35, 36, 40, 42, 73)
SURR BACK DECODING
(indicator) qj (31)
1 2345 6
7 8 9 q; qa qs qdqfqg qh
qj
qk
?/1
g
el
ek
ejeh eg ef ed es ea e; wl wkwj wh
wg wfwdwswa w; ql
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Main unit (continued)
STR-DE895 only
MD/TAPE (indicator) qs (25)
MEMORY ef (38)
MOVIE (button/indicator) wk (29,
30, 68)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
(indicator) wg (26)
MULTI CH IN/DIRECT wh (26)
MUSIC (button/indicator) wj (29,
30, 68)
T – Z
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
TUNER FM/AM (indicator) qg
(25, 38–40)
TUNING +/– ed (38)
TV/SAT (indicator) qa (25)
VIDEO 1 (indicator) 7 (25)
VIDEO 2 (indicator) 8 (25)
VIDEO 3 (indicator) 9 (25)
VIDEO 3 DIGITAL INPUT
(OPT) (jack) ej (11)
A – H
A.F.D. (button/indicator) wl
(28–31)
CD/SACD (indicator) qd (25)
DIMMER 5 (27)
DISPLAY 4 (27, 69)
Display qf (27)
DVD (indicator) q; (25)
ENTER ws (19, 40, 43)
FM MODE eg (37)
P – S
VIDEO 3 INPUT (jacks) eh (10,
11)
PHONES (jack) 3 (26, 33, 68)
PHONO (indicator) qh (25)
PRESET TUNING +/– es (38,
39, 71)
NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS
I – O
INPUT MODE w; (25)
INPUT SELECTOR ql (25)
IR (receptor) 6 (46, 57, 69)
Jog dial wf (20, 35, 36, 40, 42,
73)
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 2
(17, 26, 67)
SURR BACK DECODING ea
(31, 42)
SURR BACK DECODING
(indicator) qj (31)
2CH (button/indicator) e; (28,
30, 36)
?/1 (power) 1 (19, 24, 36, 43,
71)
</> wd (20, 35, 36, 40, 42, 73)
MAIN MENU wa (20, 35, 36, 40,
42, 73)
MASTER VOLUME qk (24, 26,
67)
1 2345 6
7 8 9 q; qa qs qdqfqg qh
qj
qk
?/1
g
ej
eh
egef ed es ea e; wl wk wj whwgwf wd wswa w; ql
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Hooking Up the Components
Required cords
The following optional connection cords A – I are required when you hook up the components
(pages 9 – 15).
A Audio cord (not supplied)
F Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
White (L)
Red (R)
G Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
B Audio/video cord (not supplied)
Black
Yellow (video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Tip
Audio cord A can be torn into two monaural audio
cords G.
C Video cord (not supplied)
H Component video cord (not supplied)
Yellow
Green
Blue
Red
D S-video cord (not supplied)
I Monaural mini-plug cord (not supplied)
E Optical digital cord (not supplied)
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
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM wire antenna
(supplied)
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
y
L
L
L
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
SURR
BACK
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
WOOFER
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
*
* The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code.
Notes on antenna hookups
•
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop
antenna away from the receiver and other
components.
•
•
Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it
as horizontal as possible.
•
Do not use the U SIGNAL GND terminal for
grounding the receiver.
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Audio component hookups
MD or Tape deck
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE
LINE
L
Turntable
R
A
A
A
OUT
IN
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
y
L
L
L
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
L
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
SURR
BACK
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
WOOFER
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
A
OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
CD or Super Audio
CD player
Note on audio component
hookups
If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it
to the U SIGNAL GND terminal.
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Video component hookups
Satellite tuner
DVD player
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
L
L
R
R
COMPONENT VIDEO
B
B
H
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
Y
L
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
–
P
P
B/B—Y
R/R—Y
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
R
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
TV/SAT
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
CTRL
y
L
L
L
FRON
MONITOR A1 II
COMPONENT VIDEO
SPEAK
CD/
SACD
IN
IMPEDANCE
FM
CENTER
FRON
75Ω
R
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
+
–
–
+
+
–
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
SURROUND BACK
SURRO
SUB
SURR
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
To the VIDEO
3 INPUT jacks
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
BACK
WOOFER
IMPEDANCE USE 8-16Ω
SPEAKERS
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
B
B
B
B
C
B
INPUT OUTPUT
INPUT OUTPUT
INPUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
Camcorder
or video
game
L
L
R
R
VCR
VCR
TV monitor
* For STR-DE995, you can display the LEVEL, SET UP, EQUALIZER and CUSTOMIZE parameters and
selected sound field by pressing ON SCREEN.
Tips
Note on video component
hookups
• When the component is equipped with S-video
jacks, you can connect the component to the
S-video jacks on this receiver. In addition, this
receiver can convert standard video signals to
You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks
to the TV/SAT AUDIO IN jacks on the
S-video signals for output from the MONITOR
receiver and apply sound effects to the audio
OUT (S-VIDEO) jacks.
from the TV. In this case, do not connect the
• When using the S-video jacks instead of the video
TV’s video output jack to the TV/SAT
VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you are
connecting a separate satellite tuner, connect
both the audio and video output jacks to the
receiver as shown above.
jacks, your monitor must also be connected via an
S-video jack. S-video signals are on a separate bus
from the video signals and will not be output
through the video jacks.
Notes
• (STR-DE995 only) If you make COMPONENT
VIDEO connections, nothing is displayed on the
on-screen display.
• On this receiver, the component video signals are
not compatible with S-video signals or video
signals.
If you have a DVD player, TV or satellite tuner
with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, B-Y, R-Y)
output jacks and a monitor with COMPONENT
VIDEO input jacks, use a component video
cord (not supplied) to connect to the receiver.
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Digital component hookups
Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital
input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To fully
enjoy multi channel surround sound (5.1 channel), five speakers (two front speakers, two surround
speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You will also need two surround back
speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995 only) and a surround back speaker for 6.1
channel surround sound.
Satellite tuner
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
R
E
B
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
y
L
L
L
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
CENTER
CENTER
L
To the VIDEO 3
DIGITAL INPUT and
VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks
R
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
SURR
BACK
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
WOOFER
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
F
B E
B
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUT
L
Camcorder
or video
game
R
DVD player
(etc.)
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Digital component hookups (continued)
Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver’s digital input jack and
connect the digital input jacks of your MD or tape deck to the receiver’s digital output jack. These
connections allow you to make digital recordings of TV broadcasts, etc.
MD or tape deck
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
INPUT OUTPUT
IN
LINE
LINE
L
OUT
R
E
E
A
A
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
y
L
L
L
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
SURR
BACK
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
WOOFER
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
Notes
• You cannot make digital recordings when the source is a multi channel digital source.
• All the OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling
frequencies.
• It is not possible to record analog signals to the components connected to MD/TAPE and VIDEO jacks with
only digital connections. To record analog signals, make analog connections. To record digital signals, make
digital connections.
• The sound is not output when you play a Super Audio CD disc on the Super Audio CD player connected to the
CD/SACD OPTICAL IN jack on this unit. Connect to the analog input jacks (CD/SACD IN jacks). Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.
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Multi channel input hookups
Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channel
input jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats other
than Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you
can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel
decoder. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel
decoder.
To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound (5.1 channel), five speakers (two front speakers, two
surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You will also need two
surround back speakers for 7.1 channel surround sound (STR-DE995 only) and a surround back
speaker for 6.1 channel surround sound. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD
player, multi channel decoder, etc., for details on the multi channel hookups.
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 17 for details on speaker system hookup.
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
y
L
L
L
MONITOR
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
+
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
SURR
BACK
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
WOOFER
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
*
A
A
A
G
G
L
CENTER
R
SUB
WOOFER
SURR
BACK
FRONT SURROUND
MULTI CH OUT
DVD player,
Multichannel decoder, etc.
* For STR-DE895, use G to make the connections for SURR BACK.
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Other hookups
CONTROL S*
CONTROL A1
I
I
I
OUT
IN
DIGITAL
(ASSIGNABLE)
OPTICAL
Y
ANTENNA
TV/SAT
IN
CTRL
STATUS STATUS
OUT IN
S
CTRL
S
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
IN
P
P
B/B—Y
MD/
TAPE
IN
AM
R/R—Y
MD/
TAPE
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
TV/SAT
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
CTRL
y
L
L
L
MONITOR A1 II
COMPONENT VIDEO
CD/
SACD
IN
FM
CENTER
75Ω
COAXIAL
DVD
IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
y
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
PRE OUT TV/SAT DVD
VIDEO 2
L
VIDEO 1
SIGNAL GND
L
L
L
L
+
–
–
+
+
CENTER
CENTER
L
R
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
SURROUND BACK
SUB
SURR
SUB
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
OUT
WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
BACK
WOOFER
IMPED
SPEAKERS
PHONO CD/SACD
MD/TAPE
MULTI CH IN 2
MULTI CH IN 1
2ND ZONE
A
2ND ZONE OUT*
* STR-DE995 only.
• If you have a Sony CD changer with a
COMMAND MODE selector
CONTROL A1 hookup
If your CD changer’s COMMAND MODE
selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3,
be sure to set the command mode to “CD 1”
and connect the changer to the CD jacks on
the receiver.
However, if you have a Sony CD changer
with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command
mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer to
the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver.
• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible
Sony CD player, Super Audio CD player,
tape deck or MD deck
Use a monaural mini-plug cord (not
supplied) to connect the CONTROL A1II
jack on the CD player, Super Audio CD
player, tape deck or MD deck to the CTRL
A1II jack on the receiver. Refer to
“CONTROL A1II control system” on page
44 and the operating instructions supplied
with your CD player, Super Audio CD
player, tape deck or MD deck for details.
Note
If you make CONTROL A1II connections from
the receiver to an MD deck that is also connected
to a computer, do not operate the receiver while
using the “Sony MD Editor” software. This may
cause a malfunction.
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2ND ZONE hookup
CONTROL S hookup
(STR-DE995 only)
(STR-DE995 only)
You can use the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks to
output the audio signals of the selected
component to a stereo amplifier located in
another room (page 27).
When making CONTROL S hookups, use a
monaural mini-plug cord (not supplied).
CONTROL S is an original Sony control
system.
•
If you connect the CONTROL S OUT jack on
another component to the CTRL S STATUS IN
jack on this receiver.
Setting the voltage selector
If your receiver has a voltage selector on the
rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set
to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a
screwdriver to set the selector to the correct
position before connecting the AC power cord
to a wall outlet.
The remote sensor on the CONTROL S OUT
component receives remote codes the same way
as the remote sensor on this receiver. This is
useful if you have placed this receiver in a rack,
etc.
•
If you connect the CONTROL S IN jack on
another component to the CTRL S STATUS
OUT jack on this receiver.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
120V
The remote sensor on this receiver receives
remote codes the same way as the remote
sensor on the CONTROL S IN component.
This is useful if you place the other component
away from this receiver.
240V
220V
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Other hookups (continued)
Connecting the AC power
cord
AC power cord
L
+
R
NT
B
b
KERS
E
USE 8-16Ω
NT
A
To a
wall outlet
L
L
–
+
OUND
AC OUTLET
AC OUTLET*
* The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets
vary according to the model and country to which
the receiver is shipped.
Before connecting the AC power cord of this
receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker
system to the receiver (page 17).
Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/
video components to a wall outlet.
If you connect other audio/video components to
the AC OUTLET(s) on the receiver, the
receiver will supply power to the connected
component(s), allowing you to turn the whole
system on or off when you turn the receiver on
or off.
Caution
Make sure that the total power consumption of the
component(s) connected to the receiver’s AC
OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the
rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical
home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs
to this outlet.
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Speaker system hookups (continued)
Notes
• Twist the stripped ends of the speaker cords about
10 mm (2/3 inch). Be sure to match the speaker
cord to the appropriate terminal on the components:
+ to + and – to –. If the cords are reversed, the
sound will be distorted and will lack bass.
• If you use speakers with low maximum input rating,
adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive
output on the speakers.
Stripped cords are touching each other
due to excessive removal of insulation.
To avoid short-circuiting the
speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage
the receiver. To prevent this, make sure to take
the following precautions when connecting the
speakers.
Stripped cords are not fully attached and
are touching the rear panel of the receiver.
Make sure the stripped ends of each
speaker cord does not touch another
speaker terminal, the stripped end of
another speaker cord, or the metal parts of
the receiver.
After connecting all the components,
speakers, and AC power cord, output
a test tone to check that all the
speakers are connected correctly.
For details on outputting a test tone,
see page 24.
Examples of poor conditions of the
speaker cord
If no sound is heard from a speaker while
outputting a test tone or a test tone is output
from a speaker other than the one whose name
is currently displayed on the receiver, the
speaker may be short-circuited. If this happens,
check the speaker connection again.
Stripped speaker cord is touching another
speaker terminal.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Make sure that you turn down the volume
before you turn off the receiver. When you turn
on the receiver, the volume remains at the level
you turn off the receiver.
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Performing initial setup
operations
Performing initial setup
operations
Before using your receiver for the first time,
adjust SET UP parameters so that the receiver
correspond to your system. For the adjustable
parameters, see the table on pages 73–74. See
pages 19–23 for speaker settings and pages 42–
43 for other settings.
Once you have hooked up the speakers and
turned on the power, clear the receiver’s
memory. Then specify the speaker parameters
(size, position, etc.) and perform any other
initial setup operations necessary for your
system.
Multi channel surround
setup
Tip
To check the audio output during settings (to set up
while outputting the sound), check the connection
(page 24).
For the best possible surround sound, all
speakers should be the same distance from the
listening position (A).
Clearing the receiver’s
memory
However, the receiver lets you place the center
speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer (B),
the surround speakers up to 4.5 meters (15 feet)
closer (C) and the surround back speaker up to
4.5 meters (15 feet) closer (D) to the listening
position.
Before using your receiver for the first time, or
when you want to clear the receiver’s memory,
do the following.
1 Turn off the receiver.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to
7.0 meters (3 to 23 feet) from the listening
position (A).
“ENTER to Clear” appears in the display.
3 Press ENTER.
After “MEMORY CLEARING” appears in
the display for a while, “MEMORY
CLEARED!” appears.
You can place the surround speakers either
behind you or to the side, depending on the
shape of your room (etc.).
The following are reset to their factory
settings.
When placing surround speakers to your side
(long room)
• All settings in the SET UP,
CUSTOMIZE, LEVEL and
EQUALIZER menus.
B
• The sound field memorized for each
INPUT SELECTOR and preset station.
A
A
45°
• All sound field parameters.
• All preset stations.
C
C
• All index names for INPUT
SELECTOR and preset stations.
90°
• The master volume is set to
“VOLUME MIN”.
D
20°
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3 Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog
dial (STR-DE895 only) to select the
setting you want.
Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
When placing surround speakers behind you
(wide room)
The setting is entered automatically.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set
all of the parameters that follow.
B
Initial settings
A
A
45°
Parameter
Initial setting
YES
SUB WOOFER [XXX]
FRONT SP [XXXXX]
CTR SP [XXXXX]
SURR SP [XXXXX]
SB SP [XXX]
C
C
LARGE
LARGE
LARGE
YES
90°
D
20°
SB L/R [XXX]1)
YES
FRONT X.X meter (XX feet)2) 3.0 meter (10 feet)2)
Tips
CTR X.X meter (XX feet)2)
SURR X.X meter (XX feet)2)
SB X.X meter (XX feet)2)
PL. [XXXXXXXXX]
3.0 meter (10 feet)2)
3.0 meter (10 feet)2)
3.0 meter (10 feet)2)
SIDE/LOW
• When you set up the surround back speaker, set the
speaker at least 1 meter behind the listening
position. It is recommended to place the speaker at
an equal distance from the surround left and right
speakers. If there is no space behind the listening
position, set the speaker above the listening position
by placing it on a stand or hanging it from the
ceiling. To prevent speaker damage or injury in case
the speaker falls, make sure that it is properly fixed
in place.
1)
STR-DE995 only. This parameter is not available
when “Surround back speaker selection (SB SP
[XXX])” is set to “NO”.
The default unit for models of area code U, CA is
“feet”.
2)
• Since the active sub woofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.
The default unit for models of other area code is
“meter”.
Note
x Sub woofer selection (SUB WOOFER
Do not place the center speaker further away from the
listening position than the front speakers.
[XXX])
•
•
If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.
If you do not connect a sub woofer, select
“NO”. This activates the bass redirection
circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other
speakers.
Specifying the speaker
parameters
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
•
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
“
SET UP ”.
2 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
recommend that you set the cut off frequency
on the sub woofer as high as possible.
/
(STR-DE895 only) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
Note
Some speaker settings may appear dimmed in the
display. This means that they have been changed
automatically due to other speaker settings or may
not be adjustable.
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x Surround speaker size (SURR SP
x Front speaker size (FRONT SP [XXXXX])
[XXXXX])
•
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”.
•
•
•
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”.
However, if the front speakers are set to
“SMALL”, you cannot set the surround
speakers to “LARGE”.
•
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
front channel bass frequencies from the sub
woofer.
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
surround channel bass frequencies from the sub
woofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
•
•
When the front speakers are set to “SMALL”,
the center and surround speakers are also
automatically set to “SMALL” (unless
previously set to “NO”).
If you do not connect surround speakers, select
“NO”.*3
When the sub woofer is set to “NO”, the front
speakers are automatically set to “LARGE” and
you cannot change this setting.
Tip
*1–*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic
modes
x Center speaker size (CTR SP [XXXXX])
•
•
•
If you connect a large speaker that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select
“LARGE”. Normally, select “LARGE”.
However, if the front speakers are set to
“SMALL”, you cannot set the center speaker to
“LARGE”.
*1 NORMAL
*2 PHANTOM
*3 3 STEREO
x Surround back speaker selection
(SB SP [XXX])
•
•
If you connect surround back speaker(s), select
“YES”.
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
center channel bass frequencies from the front
speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer.*1
If you do not connect surround back speaker(s),
select “NO”.
x Surround back left/right speaker
selection (SB L/R [XXX])*) (STR-DE995
only)
If you do not connect a center speaker, select
“NO”. The sound of the center channel will be
output from the front speakers.*2
•
If you connect two surround back speakers,
select “YES”.
•
If you connect one surround back speaker,
select “NO”. The sound will be output from the
surround back left speaker (page 17).
*
This parameter is not available when “Surround
back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])” is set to
“NO”. When “SB SP [XXX]” is set to “NO”, “SB
L/R [XXX]” is automatically set to “NO” and you
cannot change this setting.
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x Surround back speaker distance
Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
(SB X.X meter (XX feet))
Set the distance from your listening position to
the surround back speaker. Surround back
speaker distance should be set from a distance
equal to the front speaker distance (A on page
19) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to
your listening position (D on page 19).
Tip
Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each
speaker determine whether or not the internal sound
processor will cut the bass signal from that channel.
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass
frequencies to the sub woofer or other “LARGE”
speakers.
Tip
However, since bass sounds have a certain amount of
directionality, it is best not to cut them, if possible.
Therefore, even when using small speakers, you can
set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the bass
frequencies from that speaker. On the other hand, if
you are using a large speaker, but prefer not to have
bass frequencies output from that speaker, set it to
“SMALL”.
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer, set
all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough bass,
you can use the BASS parameter in the EQUALIZER
menu to boost the bass levels. To adjust the bass, see
page 36.
The receiver allows you to input the speaker position
in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set
the center speaker further than the front speakers.
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than
1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers.
Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set farther
away from the listening position than the front
speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters
(15 feet) closer.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not
conducive to enjoy surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer
than the actual location of the speakers will cause a
delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In
other words, the speaker will sound like it is further
away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance
1~2 m (3~6 feet) closer than the actual speaker
position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being
“inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory
surround effect because the surround speakers are too
close, setting the surround speaker distance closer
(shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger
sound stage.
x Front speaker distance (FRONT X.X
meter (XX feet))
Set the distance from your listening position to
the front speakers (A on page 19).
x Center speaker distance (CTR X.X
meter (XX feet))
Set the distance from your listening position to
the center speaker. Center speaker distance
should be set from a distance equal to the front
speaker distance (A on page 19) to a distance
1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening
position (B on page 19).
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!
x Surround speaker distance (SURR X.X
meter (XX feet))
Set the distance from your listening position to
the surround speakers. Surround speaker
distance should be set from a distance equal to
the front speaker distance (A on page 19) to a
distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your
listening position (C on page 19).
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Tip
x Surround speaker placement
The surround speaker placement parameter is
designed specifically for implementation of the
Digital Cinema Sound modes with virtual elements.
With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker
placement is not as critical as other modes. All modes
with virtual elements were designed under the
premise that the surround speaker would be located
behind the listening position, but presentation remains
fairly consistent even with the surround speakers
positioned at a rather wide angle. However, if the
speakers are pointing towards the listener from the
immediate left and right of the listening position, the
sound fields with virtual elements will not be
effective unless the surround speaker position
parameter is set to “SIDE/LOW” or “SIDE/HIGH”.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, like wall reflections, and you may obtain
better results using “BEHD/HIGH” if your speakers
are located high above the listening position, even if
they are to the immediate left and right.
Therefore, although it may result in a setting contrary
to the “Surround speaker placement” explanation, we
recommend that you playback multi channel surround
encoded software and listen to the effect each setting
has on your listening environment. Choose the setting
that provides a good sense of spaciousness and that
best succeeds in forming a cohesive space between
the surround sound from the surround speakers and
the sound of the front speakers. If you are not sure
which sounds best, select “BEHD/LOW” or
(PL. [XXXXXXXXX])*
This parameter lets you specify the location
and height of your surround speakers for proper
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound
surround modes. Refer to the illustration below.
•
•
•
•
Select “SIDE/LOW” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section A
and C.
Select “SIDE/HIGH” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section A
and D.
Select “BEHD/LOW” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section B
and C.
Select “BEHD/HIGH” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section B
and D.
90°
“BEHD/HIGH” and then use the speaker distance
parameter and speaker level adjustments to obtain
proper balance.
A
A
45°
B
B
20°
continued
D
D
60
C
C
30
*
These parameters are not available when
“Surround speaker size (SURR SP [XXXXX])” is
set to “NO”.
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Notes
Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
• The adjusted value are shown in the display during
adjustment.
• Although these adjustments can also be made via
the front panel using the LEVEL menu (when the
test tone is output, the receiver switches to the
LEVEL menu automatically), we recommend you
follow the procedure described above and adjust the
speaker levels from your listening position using the
remote.
Adjusting the speaker level
Use the remote while seated in your listening
position to adjust the level of each speaker.
Note
The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a
frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker level
adjustment.
Checking the connections
1 Press ?/1 on the remote to turn on the
receiver.
After connecting all of your components to the
receiver, do the following to verify that the
connections were made correctly.
2 Press TEST TONE on the remote.
You will hear the test tone from each
speaker in sequence.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2 Turn on the component that you
connected (e.g., CD player or tape
deck).
Front (left) t Center t Front (right) t
Surround (right) t Surround back (right)*
t Surround back (left)* t Surround (left)
t Sub woofer
* STR-DE995 only.
3 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
You will only hear the test tone from the
– surround back left and right speakers when
“Surround back left/right speaker selection
(SB L/R [XXX])” is set to “YES”.
component (program source).
4 Start playing.
– surround back left speaker when “Surround
back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R
[XXX])” is set to “NO”.
If you do not obtain normal sound output after
performing this procedure, see
For STR-DE895, you will only hear the test
tone from the surround back speaker when
“Surround back speaker selection (SB SP
[XXX])” is set to “YES”.
“Troubleshooting” on page 67 and take the
appropriate measures to correct the problem.
3 Adjust the speaker level and balance
using the LEVEL menu so that the level
of the test tone sounds the same from
each speaker.
For details on the LEVEL menu, see page
35.
While adjusting, the test tone is output from
the speaker whose adjustment is performed.
4 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the
test tone.
Tip
You can adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time. Press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote or turn
MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.
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Basic Operations
INPUT MODE
Selecting the component
Press INPUT MODE to select the input mode
for your digital components.
Each time you press the button, the input mode
of the currently selected component switches.
INPUT SELECTOR
Select
To
Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
component you want to use.
AUTO 2CH
Give priority to digital
signals when there are both
digital and analog
connections. If there are no
digital signals, analog is
selected.
To select
Display/light up
VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VCR
Camcorder or
video game
COAX FIXED
OPT FIXED
ANALOG FIXED
Note
Specify the digital audio
signals input to the
DIGITAL COAXIAL input
jacks.
DVD player
DVD
Satellite tuner
MD or Tape deck
TV/SAT
MD/TAPE
CD/SACD
CD or Super Audio
CD player
Specify the digital audio
signals input to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL input
jacks.
Built in tuner
Turntable
TUNER FM/AM
PHONO
Specify the analog audio
signals input to the AUDIO
IN (L/R) jacks.
After turning on the component you selected,
select the component and play the program
source.
•
After selecting VCR, camcorder, video game or
DVD player, turn on the TV and set the TV’s
video input to match the component you
selected.
When the 96 kHz digital signal is input, the equalizer,
sound field and effect level do not function.
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PHONES
Use to connect headphones.
MULTI CH IN/DIRECT
•
When the headphones are connected, speaker
output is automatically canceled and “SP.A”
and “SP.B” do not light up in the display.
Press MULTI CH IN/DIRECT to enjoy the
audio source connected to the MULTI CH IN 1
or 2 jacks or analog 2 channel input jacks. Only
volume control and the front speaker balance
can be adjusted when set to ANALOG
DIRECT. When set to MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT,
you can adjust balance and level of all the
speakers. When this function is on, the
surround effects are turned off.
•
When the headphones are connected, selectable
sound fields are HP (2CH), HP (DIRECT), HP
(MULTI 1 or 2) and HP (THEATER) (page
31).
Note
When “HP (MULTI 1 or 2)” appears in the display
while the headphones are connected, only the L/R
signals of the multi channels are output from the
headphones.
Select
To
MULTI 1 or 2
DIRECT
Enjoy the audio source
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
connectedto the MULTI CH
IN 1 or 2 jacks. MULTI CH
IN 1 or 2 indicator lights
up in the display. This mode
is suitable for enjoying high
quality analog source.
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) to output
the sound from the speakers connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT terminals.
Each time you press the button, the display will
light up cyclically as follows:
ANALOG DIRECT
Enjoy the audio source
connected to analog 2
channel jacks. This mode is
suitable for enjoying high
quality analog source.
SP.A t SP.B t SP.A and SP.B t
No display*
To drive
Select
Speaker System A
(Connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT A
terminals)
SP.A (default setting)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
indicator
This indicator lights up when the unit is
decoding signals recorded in a multi channel
format.
Speaker System B
(Connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT B
terminals)
SP.B
MUTING
Both Speaker System A
and B (Connected to the
SPEAKERS FRONT A
and B terminals)
SP.A and SP.B
Press MUTING on the remote to mute the
sound. Press again to cancel the muting
function. The muting function is also canceled
when you turn the power on or turn the
MASTER VOLUME to turn the volume up.
* If you do not want to drive Speaker System A
and B, press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) until
“SP.A” and “SP.B” do not light up in the display
(no display).
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Listening to the sound in
another room
Changing the display
DIMMER
(STR-DE995 only)
Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the
brightness of the display (3 steps).
?/1
g
DISPLAY
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
2ND ZONE
OUT
Index name of the component* t Selected
component t Sound field applied to the
program source
AUDIO IN
When the tuner is selected
Stereo amplifier
Index name of the preset station* t
Frequency t Sound field applied to the band
or the preset station
SPEAKERS
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the component or preset station (page 40).
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
INPUT SELECTOR.
Press 2ND ZONE repeatedly to select the
analog audio signals for output to a stereo
amplifier in another room. For details on the
connection, see page 15.
Each time you press the button, the audio
source changes cyclically as follows:
SOURCE*1 t MD/TAPE t CD/SACD t
TUNER
*1 The audio signals of the current INPUT
SELECTOR is output.
•
•
Even if 2ND ZONE is set to “SOURCE”, the
sound from front speakers is not output when
MULTI CH IN/DIRECT is set to MULTI 1 or 2
DIRECT.
Only signals from components connected to the
analog input jacks are output through the 2ND
ZONE OUT jacks. No signals are output from
components connected to only the digital input
jacks.
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Enjoying Surround Sound
Enjoying higher fidelity
sound
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s pre-
programmed sound fields. They bring the
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
and concert halls into your home. You can also
customize the sound fields to obtain the sound
you want by changing the surround parameter.
To fully enjoy surround sound, you must
register the number and location of you
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to select the decoding mode you want for
your audio sound.
Mode
Decoding Mode
As encoded
A.F.D. AUTO
PRO LOGIC
PLII MOVIE
PLII MUSIC
Neo:6 Cinema
Neo:6 Music
speakers. See “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 19 to set the speaker
parameters before enjoying surround sound.
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic II
DTS Neo:6
Using only the front
speakers (2 Channel Stereo)
Decoding the input audio
signal automatically
Press 2CH.
The 2CH indicator lights up and “2CH
STEREO” appears in the display.
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
“A.F.D. AUTO”.
This mode outputs the sound from the front left
and right speakers only. Standard 2 channel
(stereo) sources completely bypass the sound
field processing. Multi channel surround
formats are downmixed to 2 channel.
The A.F.D. indicator lights up.
This mode automatically detects the type of
audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS,
or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the
proper decoding if necessary. This mode
presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded,
without adding any effects (e.g. reverberation).
Note
No sound is output from the sub woofer when
“2CH STEREO” is selected. To listen to 2 channel
(stereo) sources using the front left and right speakers
and a sub woofer, press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
“A.F.D. AUTO”.
However, if there are no low frequency signals
(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.) it will generate a low
frequency signal for output to the sub woofer.
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x Neo:6 Cinema (DTS Neo:6 Cinema)
Performs the DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode
decoding. This setting is ideal for movies
encoded in DTS Surround.
Enjoying stereo sound in
multi channel (Dolby Pro
Logic ) and DTS Neo:6
This receiver incorporates with Dolby Pro
Logic II which has movie mode and music
mode, as well as DTS Neo:6 which has cinema
mode and music mode. The receiver can
reproduce 2 channel sound in 5.1 channels
through Dolby Pro Logic II and 6 channels
through DTS Neo:6.
x Neo:6 Music (DTS Neo:6 Music)
Performs the DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding.
This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources
such as CDs.
Selecting a sound field
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
“PRO LOGIC”, “PL MOVIE”, “PL
MUSIC”, “Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6
Music”.
The A.F.D. indicator lights up and the selected
type of decoding is indicated in the display.
You can enjoy surround sound simply by
selecting one of the pre-programmed sound
fields according to the program you want to
listen to.
Press
To select
CINEMA ST.EX A DCS
x PRO LOGIC (Dolby Pro Logic)
*
MOVIE
Performs the Pro Logic decoding. Software
with multi channel surround audio signals is
played back according to the way it was
recorded. Software with 2 channel audio
signals is decoded with Dolby Pro Logic to
create surround effects (4 channels).
*
CINEMA ST.EX B DCS
*
CINEMA ST.EX C DCS
MUSIC
HALL
JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT
x PL MOVIE (Pro Logic Movie)
Performs the Pro Logic II movie mode
decoding. This setting is ideal for the movies
encoded in Dolby Surround. Besides, this mode
can reproduce the sound in 5.1 channel when
watching the videos of old movies or in the
dubbed language.
* Sound field with DCS mark use DCS technology.
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
In collaboration with Sony Pictures
Entertainment, Sony measured the sound
environment of their studios and integrated the
data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP
(Digital Signal Processor) technology to
develop “Digital Cinema Sound”. In a home
theater, “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates an
ideal movie theater sound environment based
on the preference of the movie director.
x PL MUSIC (Pro Logic Music)
Performs the Pro Logic II music mode decoding.
This setting is ideal for the normal stereo
sources, such as CDs.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding
does not function for DTS format signals.
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Selecting a sound field (continued)
About Cinema Studio EX
Cinema Studio EX consists of the following
three elements.
Enjoying movies with Cinema
Studio EX
• Virtual Multi Dimension
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from a single pair of
actual surround speakers.
Cinema Studio EX is ideal for enjoying the
movie software encoded with multi channel
format, such as the Dolby Digital DVD. This
mode reproduces the sound characteristics of
Sony Pictures Entertainment’s studios.
• Screen Depth Matching
In a movie theater, sound seems to come
from inside the image reflected on the movie
screen. This element creates the same
sensation in your listening room by shifting
the sound of the front speakers “into” the
screen.
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select
“CINEMA ST.EX A”, “CINEMA ST.EX B” or
“CINEMA ST.EX C”.
The MOVIE indicator lights up and the
selected sound field is indicated in the display.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a
movie theater.
x CINEMA ST.EX A (Cinema Studio EX A)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant
Theater” cinema production studio. This is a
standard mode, great for watching most any
type of movie.
Cinema Studio EX is the integrated mode
which operates these elements simultaneously.
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 any
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
x CINEMA ST.EX B (Cinema Studio EX B)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak
Theater” cinema production studio. This mode
is ideal for watching science-fiction or action
movies with lots of sound effects.
•
Selecting other sound fields
Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the
sound field you want.
The MUSIC indicator lights up and the current
sound field is indicated in the display.
x CINEMA ST.EX C (Cinema Studio EX C)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the
Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage.
This mode is ideal for watching musicals or
classic films where music is featured in the
soundtrack.
x HALL
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular
concert hall.
x JAZZ CLUB
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
x LIVE CONCERT
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live
concert.
To turn the surround effect off
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select
“A.F.D. AUTO” or press 2CH.
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When headphones are connected
You can select the following sound fields only.
Selecting the surround
back decoding mode
x HP (2CH) (Headphone 2CH)
Output the sound in 2 channel (stereo).
Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely
bypass the sound field processing. Multi
channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
channel.
(SURR BACK DECODING)
This function lets you select the decoding mode
for the surround back signals of the multi
channel input stream.
x HP (DIRECT) (Headphone Direct)
Outputs the analog signals without digital
processing by the equalizer, sound field, etc.
By decoding the surround back signal of DVD
software (etc.) recorded in the Surround EX
format*, you can enjoy the surround sound
intended by the filmmakers.
x HP (MULTI 1 or 2) (Headphone Multi)
Outputs the front analog signal from MULTI
CH IN 1 or 2 jacks.
* Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES
Discrete 6.1, etc.
However, this function is only effective when
used with A.F.D.
x HP THEATER (Headphone Theater)
Allows you to experience a theater like
environment while listening through a pair of
headphones.
1 Press A.F.D.
2 Press SURR BACK DECODING
repeatedly to select the surround back
decoding mode.
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 to
CD with “JAZZ CLUB” as the sound field, change
to a different program source, then return to CD,
“JAZZ CLUB” will be applied again.
“SB DEC [XXXXXX]” appears in the
display.
When the receiver is decoding the surround
back signal the “SURR BACK DECODING”
indicator lights up.
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD
software, etc. by looking at the logo on the
package.
Surround back decoding modes
•
•
•
SB DEC [MATRIX]
SB DEC [AUTO]
SB DEC [OFF]
–
–
: Dolby Digital discs
: Dolby Surround encoded
programs
–
: DTS Digital Surround encoded programs
For details, see “How to select the surround
back decoding mode” on the next page.
• When sound signals with a sampling frequency of
96 kHz are input, the sound signals are output in
stereo automatically, and the sound field is turned
off.
Tip
You can select the surround back decoding mode
using “SB DEC [XXXXXX]” in the CUSTOMIZE
menu (page 42).
Note
You cannot select the surround back decoding mode
when MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT or ANALOG DIRECT
is selected or when headphones are connected.
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Selecting the surround back decoding mode (continued)
How to select the surround back decoding mode
You can select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream.
When you select “SB DEC [MATRIX]”
Dolby Digital EX is applied to decode the surround back signal regardless of the 6.1 channel decode
flag*1 in the input stream. This decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX and functions the same as the
decoders used in movie theaters. This decoder can be used for all the Surround EX formats (Dolby
Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1).
Input stream
Output channel
Applied surround back decoder
Dolby Digital 5.1
Dolby Digital EX
DTS 5.1
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1*3
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1*4
6.1
6.1
6.1
6.1
6.1
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
When you select “SB DEC [AUTO]”
When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flag*1, the appropriate decoder is applied to
decode the surround back signal.
For the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 source, DTS Matrix decoder is applied.
For the DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 source, DTS Discrete decoder is applied to reproduce the Discrete 6.1
channel signal.
Input stream
Output channel
Applied surround back decoder
Dolby Digital 5.1
5.1
5.1
6.1
6.1
6.1
—
DTS 5.1
—
Dolby Digital EX*2
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1*3
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1*4
Matrix decoder conforms to Dolby Digital EX
DTS Matrix decoder
DTS Discrete decoder
When you select “SB DEC [OFF]”
Surround back decoding is not performed.
*1 6.1 channel decod flag is the information recorded in software like DVDs.
*2 Dolby Digital DVD that includes a Surround EX flag. The Dolby Corporation web page can help you
distinguish Surround EX films.
*3 Software encoded with a flag to denote it has both Surround EX and 5.1 channel signals.
*4 Software encoded with both 5.1 channel signals and an extension stream designed for returning those signals to
6.1 discrete channels. Discrete 6.1 channel signals are DVD specific signals not used in movie theaters.
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Understanding the multi channel surround displays
1
2 3
4
5
6
7
a
DIGITAL EX
a
PRO LOGIC II
DTS -ES
SLEEP SP.A SP.B
MONO
MEMORY
MULTI CH IN 1 2 2CH A.DIRECT D.RANGE EQ NEO:6
L
C
S
R
STEREO
SW
SL
SR
LFE
OPT
COAX
D.ASSIGN
SBL SB SBR
qk qj
qh
qg
qf
qd qs qa
q; 9
8
1 SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is
6 DTS-ES: “DTS” lights up when DTS signals
are input. “DTS-ES” lights up when DTS-ES
signals are input.
activated.
2 SP.A*: Lights up when you select to drive
Speaker System A.
Note
3 SP.B*: Lights up when you select to drive
When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that
you have made digital connections and that
INPUT MODE is NOT set to “ANALOG
FIXED” (page 25).
Speaker System B.
* Does not light up when you connect
headphones to the PHONES jack.
7 Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See
pages 37–39 for tuner operations.
4 ; DIGITAL EX: “; DIGITAL” lights up
when the receiver is decoding signals
recorded in the Dolby Digital format.
“; DIGITAL EX” lights up when the
receiver is decoding signals recorded in the
Dolby Digital EX format.
8 D.ASSIGN: Lights up when you assign an
INPUT SELECTOR’s digital input to another
INPUT SELECTOR with only analog input.
9 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the
COAXIAL terminal.
5 ; PRO LOGIC : “; PRO LOGIC”
lights up when the receiver applies Pro Logic
processing to 2 channel signals in order to
output the center and surround channel
q; OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the
OPTICAL terminal.
signals. “; PRO LOGIC II” lights up when
Pro Logic II processing (“PLII MOVIE” or
“PLII MUSIC”) is applied (page 29).
However, both indicators do not light up if the
center and surround speakers are set to “NO”,
and “A.F.D. AUTO”, “PRO LOGIC”, “PLII
MOVIE” or “PLII MUSIC” is selected.
qa NEO:6: Lights up when DTS Neo:6
processing (“Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6
Music”) is applied.
qs EQ: Lights up when the equalizer functions.
qd D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated. See page 35 to
adjust the dynamic range compression.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II
decoding does not function for DTS format
signals.
qf 2CH A.DIRECT: Lights up when you select
ANALOG DIRECT.
qg MULTI CH IN 1 or 2: Lights up when
MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 is selected.
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Customizing sound fields
qh Playback channel indicators: The letters
(L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being
played back. The boxes around the letters
vary to show how the receiver downmixes the
source sound (based on the speakers settings).
When using sound fields like “CINEMA
ST.EX”, the receiver adds reverberation based
on the source sound.
By adjusting the surround parameters and the
equalization of the front speakers, you can
customize the sound fields to suit your
particular listening situation.
Once you customize a sound field, the changes
are stored in the memory indefinitely. You can
change a customized sound field any time by
making new adjustments to the parameters.
L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center
(monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR
See the tables on page 75 for the parameters
available in each sound field.
(Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or
the surround components obtained by Pro
Logic processing)), SB (Surround Back (the
surround back components obtained by 6.1
matrix decoding)), SBL (Surround Back
Left), SBR (Surround Back Right)
To get the most from multi
channel surround sound
Position your speakers and do the procedures
described in “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 19 before you customize a
sound field.
Example:
Recording format (Front/Surround): 3/2
Output channel: Surround speakers absent
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
Note on the displayed items
The setup items you can adjust in each menu
vary depending on the sound field. Certain
setup parameters may be dimmed in the
L
C
R
SL
SR
display. This means that the selected parameter
is either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
LFE
qj
: Lights up when the disc being played
back contains the LFE (Low Frequency
Effect) channel. When the sound of the LFE
channel signal is actually being reproduced,
the bars underneath the letters light up to
indicate the level. Since the LFE signal is not
recorded in all parts of the input signal, the
bar indication will fluctuate (and may turn
off) during playback.
qk SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is
set to “YES” (page 20) and the audio signal is
output from the SUB WOOFER jacks.
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Adjusting the level
parameters
Front balance (BAL. L I R)
Lets you adjust the balance between front left
and right speakers.
The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let
you adjust the balance and volumes of each
speaker. You can also customize various
aspects of the current sound field. The settings
are applied to all sound fields except for
EFFECT parameter. For EFFECT parameter,
the settings are stored individually for each
sound field.
Center level (CENTER XXX.X dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.
Surround left level (SURR L XXX.X
dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the surround left
speaker.
Surround right level (SURR R XXX.X
dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the surround right
speaker.
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multi channel surround
sound.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“
LEVEL ”.
Surround back level (SB XXX.X dB)
3 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
Lets you adjust the level of the surround back
speaker. You can only adjust this parameter if
“Surround back speaker selection (SB SP
[XXX])” is set to “YES”.
/
(STR-DE895 only) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog
dial (STR-DE895 only) to select the
setting you want.
Surround back left level (SB LEFT
XXX.X dB) (STR-DE995 only)
Lets you adjust the level of the surround back
left speaker. You can only adjust this parameter
if “Surround back speaker selection (SB SP
[XXX])” is set to “YES”.
The setting is entered automatically.
Initial settings
Parameter
Initial setting
BALANCE
0 dB
BAL. L I R
CENTER XXX.X dB
SURR L XXX.X dB
SURR R XXX.X dB
SB XXX.X dB1)
Surround back right level (SB RIGHT
XXX.X dB) (STR-DE995 only)
Lets you adjust the level of the surround back
right speaker. You can only adjust this
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
parameter if “Surround back left/right speaker
selection (SB L/R [XXX])” is set to “YES”.
SB LEFT XXX.X dB1)2)
SB RIGHT XXX.X dB1)2)3)
SW XXX.X dB
0 dB
0 dB
Sub woofer level (SW XXX.X dB)
0 dB
Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.
D. COMP. XXX
EFFECT XXX
OFF
STD
continued
1) This parameter is not available when “Surround
back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])” is set to
“NO”.
2) STR-DE995 only.
3) This parameter is not available when “Surround
back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R [XXX])”
is set to “NO”.
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To turn on/off the equalizer
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“
EQUALIZER ”.
Dynamic range compressor
(D. COMP. XXX)
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the
sound track. This may be useful when you want
to watch movies at low volumes late at night.
We recommend using the “MAX” setting.
2 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
/
(STR-DE895 only) repeatedly to
select “EQUALIZER [XXX]”.
3 Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog
dial (STR-DE895 only) to select
“EQUALIZER [ON]” or “EQUALIZER
[OFF]”.
•
To reproduce the sound track with no
compression, select “OFF”.
•
To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic
range intended by the recording engineer, select
“STD”.
Note
The EQ indicator in the display lights up when the
equalizer is turned on. When you adjust the equalizer
using the EQUALIZER parameters, the settings are
applied to all sound fields and can be reproduced
whenever you turn on the equalizer.
•
To reproduce a dramatic compression of the
dynamic range, select “MAX”.
Note
Bass (BASS XXX.X dB)
Lets you adjust the gain of bass.
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby
Digital sources only.
Treble (TREBLE XXX.X dB)
Effect level (EFFECT XXX)
Lets you adjust the gain of treble.
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the current
surround effect.
Resetting customized sound
fields to the factory settings
Adjusting the equalizer
parameter
1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off
The EQUALIZER menu contains parameters
that let you adjust the equalizer of the front
speakers for optimum sound. The settings are
applied to all sound fields.
the power.
2 Hold down 2CH and press ?/1.
“S.F. Initialize” appears in the display and
all sound fields are reset at once.
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multi channel surround
sound.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“
EQUALIZER ”.
3 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
/
(STR-DE895 only) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
4 Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog
dial (STR-DE895 only) to select the
setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
Initial settings
Parameter
Initial setting
0 dB
BASS XXX.X dB
TREBLE XXX.X dB
EQUALIZER [XXX]
0 dB
OFF
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Receiving Broadcasts
4 If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for
optimum reception.
Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you
have connected FM and AM antennas to the
receiver (page 8).
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to receive another
station.
Tips
Direct tuning
• If you do not remember the precise frequency, press
TUNING + or TUNING – after entering the value
close to the frequency you want. The receiver
automatically tunes in the station you want. If the
frequency seems to be higher than the entered
value, press TUNING +, and if the frequency seems
to be lower than the entered value, press
TUNING –.
• If “STEREO” flashes in the display and the FM
stereo reception is poor, press FM MODE to change
to monaural (MONO). You will not be able to enjoy
the stereo effect, but the sound will be less
distorted. To return to stereo mode, press
FM MODE again.
You can enter a frequency of the station you
want directly by using the numeric buttons on
the supplied remote. For details on the buttons
used in this section, see pages 57–66 for remote
RM-LG112, pages 46–56 for remote
RM-PG412 and pages 46–53 for remote RM-
PP412.
1 Press TUNER on the remote repeatedly
to select the FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press D. TUNING on the remote.
The tuning scale differs depending on the area code
as shown in the following table. For details on area
codes, see page 4.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Area code
U, CA
E2/E3
FM
AM
100 kHz
50 kHz
50 kHz
10 kHz*
9 kHz*
10 kHz
b
b
b
b
1
0
2
5
0
Example 2: AM 1350 kHz
(You don’t have to enter the last “0” when the
tuning scale is set to 10 kHz.)
MX
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 71).
b
b
b
1
3
5
0
If you cannot tune in a station and the
entered numbers flash
Make sure you’ve entered the right
frequency. If not, repeat steps 2 and 3.
If the entered numbers still flash, the
frequency is not used in your area.
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Presetting radio stations
Automatic tuning
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
If you don’t know the frequency of the station
you want, you can let the receiver scan all
available stations in your area.
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station that you want to
preset using Direct Tuning (page 37) or
Automatic Tuning (page 38).
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
3 Press MEMORY.
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a
few seconds.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high;
press TUNING – to scan from high to low.
Do steps 4 to 5 before “MEMORY” goes
out.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
4 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select a preset
station number.
When the receiver reaches either end of
the band
Each time you press the button, the preset
station number changes in the
corresponding number and direction as
follows:
Scanning is repeated in the same direction.
3 To continue scanning, press TUNING +
or TUNING – again.
nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N
Preset tuning
nC0˜...C2˜C1N
After you have tuned in stations using Direct
Tuning or Automatic Tuning, you can preset
them to the receiver. Then you can tune in any
of the stations directly by entering its
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
the preset station number, start again from
step 3.
5 Press MEMORY again to store the
2-character preset code using the supplied
remote. Up to 30 FM or AM stations can be
preset. The receiver will also scan all the
stations that you have preset.
station.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you can
store the station, start again from step 3.
Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to
preset them by performing steps on “Presetting
radio stations”.
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another
station.
To change a preset number to
another station
Do steps 1 to 5 to preset a new station to the
number.
Tip
In Step 4, you can also use the remote to select a
preset station number. Press SHIFT repeatedly to
select a memory page (A, B or C) and then press the
numeric button to select a preset number.
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Tuning to preset stations
You can tune the preset stations by either of the
following two ways.
Scanning the preset stations
1 Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select the
FM or AM band.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET
TUNING – repeatedly to select the
preset station you want.
Each time you press the button, the receiver
tunes in one preset station at a time, in the
corresponding order and direction as
follows:
nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N
nC0˜...C2˜C1N
Using the preset codes
Use the supplied remote to perform the
following operations. For details on the buttons
used in this section, see pages 57–66 for remote
RM-LG112, pages 46–56 for remote
RM-PG412 and pages 46–53 for remote RM-
PP412.
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 preset
number of the station you want using
the numeric buttons.
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Other Operations
To insert a space
Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog dial
(STR-DE895 only) until a blank space
appears in the display.
Naming preset stations
and program sources
If you’ve made a mistake
You can enter a name (index name) of up to 8
characters for preset stations and program
sources. These names (for example, “VHS”)
appear in the receiver’s display when a station
or program source is selected. Note that no
more than one name can be entered for each
preset station or program source.
This function is useful for distinguishing
components of the same kind. For example,
two VCRs can be specified as “VHS” and
“8MM”, respectively. It is also handy for
identifying components connected to jacks
meant for another type of component, for
example, a second CD player connected to the
MD/TAPE jacks.
Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
/
(STR-DE895 only) until the
character to be changed flashes, then turn
the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog dial
(STR-DE895 only) to select the character
you want.
5 Press ENTER.
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to assign index
name for another station or program
source.
Recording
Before you begin, make sure you’ve connected
all components properly.
1 To name a preset station
Turn INPUT SELECTOR to select FM or
AM band, then tune in the preset
station you want to create an index
name for.
Recording on an audio tape
or MiniDisc
If you are not familiar with how to tune in
preset stations, see “Tuning to preset
stations” on page 38.
You can record on a cassette tape or MiniDisc
using the receiver. See the operating
instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck
if you need help.
To name a program source
Select the program source (component)
to be named.
1 Select the component to be recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD
player.
2 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“
CUSTOMIZE ”.
3 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the
recording deck and adjust the
recording level, if necessary.
/
(STR-DE895 only) to select
“NAME? [XXXXXXXX]”.
4 Create an index name by using the +/–
(STR-DE995 only) or jog dial (STR-
DE895 only) and MENU (STR-DE995
4 Start recording on the recording deck,
then start playback on the playback
component.
only) or press
/
(STR-DE895 only):
Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog dial
(STR-DE895 only) to select a character,
then turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or
press
/
(STR-DE895 only) to move
the cursor to the next position.
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Notes
Notes
• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output
from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The analog audio signals of the current input source
is output from the REC OUT jacks.
• Make sure to make both digital and analog
connections to the TV/SAT and DVD inputs.
Analog recording is not possible if you make only
digital connections.
• The analog audio signals of the current input source
is output from the REC OUT jacks.
• When MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT is selected, the
analog audio signals of the current input source is
output from the REC OUT jacks.
• When MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT is selected, the
analog audio signals of the current input source is
output from the REC OUT jacks.
• You cannot record a digital audio signal using a
component connected to the analog MD/TAPE
OUT jacks. To record a digital audio signal,
connect a digital component to the DIGITAL MD/
TAPE OUT jacks.
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent
recording. In this case, you may not be able to
record from the sources.
• No signals are output from DIGITAL OUT jacks
(MD/TAPE OPTICAL OUT) when you set MULTI
CH IN/DIRECT to MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT or
ANALOG DIRECT.
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
Press ALT, then press SLEEP on the
remote while the power is on.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Recording on a video tape
2:00:00 t 1:30:00 t 1:00:00 t 0:30:00 t
OFF
You can record from a VCR, a TV or a DVD
player using the receiver. You can also add
audio from a variety of audio sources when
editing a video tape. See the operating
instructions of your VCR or DVD player if you
need help.
Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver turns
off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the
display.
1 Select the program source to be
recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert the DVD you want to
record into the DVD player.
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR
(VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2) for recording.
4 Start recording on the recording VCR,
then start playing the video tape or
DVD you want to record.
Tip
You can record the sound from any audio source onto
a video tape while copying from a video tape or
DVD. Locate the point where you want to start
recording from another audio source, select the
program source, then start playback. The audio from
that source will be recorded onto the audio track of
the video tape instead of the audio from the original
medium. To resume audio recording from the original
medium, select the video source again.
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x Surround back decoding mode
Adjustments using the
CUSTOMIZE menu
(SB DEC [XXXXXX])
You can also set this parameter using SURR
BACK DECODING on the front panel. For
details, see page 31.
The CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to make
the following adjustments.
x Decode priority (DECODE [XXXX])
Sets the appropriate decoding for incoming
digital signals.
1 Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select
“
CUSTOMIZE ”.
• PCM priority mode (DECODE [PCM])
2 Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) or press
Use to enjoy playback from audio CD
(PCM), DVD and MD. When used with
media other than CD, DVD or MD, you may
experience noise and “DECODE ERROR”
appears in the display. If this happens,
switch to AUTO mode.
/
(STR-DE895 only) to select the
parameter you want to adjust.
Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in
the display. This means that the selected
parameter is either unavailale or fixed and
unchangeable due to sound field (pages
28–32) or other settings.
• AUTO mode (DECODE [AUTO])
Use to enjoy playback from audio CD
(PCM), DVD, DTS-CD and DTS-LD
sources. However, with audio CDs, you may
not be able to listen the very first moments
of each track.
3 Turn the +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog
dial (STR-DE895 only) to select the
setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically except
for the setting of “DIGITAL ASSIGN?”.
Normally, use as-is with the initial settings
above.
4 Press ENTER if you select the setting
for “DIGITAL ASSIGN?”.
x CONTROL A1 power save function
5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set
(POWER SAVE [XXX])
all of the parameters that follow.
When set to “OFF”, you can turn on the
receiver automatically when the component
connected via monaural miniplug cord (see
page 14) is turned on and the playback is
started. However, the receiver will not be
turned on automatically if set to “ON”.
Initial settings
Parameter
Initial setting
SB DEC [XXXXXX]
DECODE [XXXX]
AUTO
PCM (for DVD,
CD/SACD, MD/TAPE),
AUTO (for VIDEO 2)
When set to “ON”, you can save the power
consumption of the receiver during standby
mode.
POWER SAVE [XXX] OFF
OSD H.POSI [XX]*
OSD V.POSI [XX]*
DIGITAL ASSIGN?
4
4
depends on the digital input
* STR-DE995 only.
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x OSD horizontal position (OSD H.POSI
Changing the command
mode of the receiver
[XX]) (STR-DE995 only)
Lets you adjust the position of the on-screen
display horizontally.
This function is useful when you use 2 Sony
receivers in the same room.
x OSD vertical position (OSD V.POSI
[XX]) (STR-DE995 only)
Lets you adjust the position of the on-screen
display vertically.
1 Turn off the receiver.
2 Hold down ENTER and press ?/1 to
x Digital assign (DIGITAL ASSIGN?)
Lets you assign an INPUT SELECTOR’s
digital input to another INPUT SELECTOR
with only analog input. You can make the
following digital assignment.
turn on the receiver.
“COM MODE [AVX]” appears in the
display. Each time you repeat the procedure
above, the display changes as follows:
COM MODE [AV1] y COM MODE
[AV2]
Digital inputs
(assignable)
INPUT SELECTOR that
can be assigned to
Tip
DVD COAXIAL
DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2
The initial setting is “COM MODE [AV2]”.
TV/SAT OPTICAL
TV/SAT, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2
Notes
• The initial setting for the command mode of the
supplied remote is “AV2”.
• If the command mode of the receiver and the
remote is different, you cannot use the remote to
operate the receiver.
MD/TAPE OPTICAL
CD/SACD OPTICAL
VIDEO 3 OPTICAL
MD/TAPE, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2
CD/SACD, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2
For example, if you want to assign TV/SAT
OPTICAL’s digital input to VIDEO 1, select
“TV/SAT t VIDEO 1”. Otherwise, select “TV/SAT
t TV/SAT”.
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CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1
compatibility
CONTROL A1 control
system
The CONTROL A1 control system has been
updated to the CONTROL A1II which is the
standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer
and other recent Sony components. Components
with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with
components with CONTROL A1II, and can be
connected to each other. Basically, the majority of
the functions available with the CONTROL A1
control system will be available with the
Getting Started
This section explains the basic functions
of the CONTROL A1 Control System.
Certain components have special
functions, such as “CD Synchro Dubbing”
on cassette decks, that require CONTROL
A1 connections. For detailed information
regarding specific operations, be sure to
also refer to the Operating Instructions
supplied with your component(s).
CONTROL A1II control system.
However, when making connections between
components with CONTROL A1 jacks and
components with CONTROL A1II jacks, the
number of functions that can be controlled may be
limited depending on the component. For detailed
information, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the component(s).
The CONTROL A1II Control System was
designed to simplify the operation of audio
systems composed of separate Sony
components. CONTROL A1II connections
provide a path for the transmission of control
signals which enable automatic operation and
control features usually associated with
integrated systems.
Connections
Connect monaural mini-plug cords in series to
the CONTROL A1II jacks on the back of each
component. You can connect up to 10
CONTROL A1II compatible components in
any order. However, you can connect only one
of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD player, 1
MD deck, 1 tape deck and 1 receiver).
Currently, CONTROL A1II connections
between a Sony CD player, amplifier
(receiver), MD deck and cassette deck provide
automatic function selection and synchronized
recording.
(You may be able to connect more than one CD
player or MD deck, depending on the model.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the respective component for details.)
In the future, the CONTROL A1II connection
will work as a multifunction bus allowing you
to control various functions for each
component.
Example
Notes
• The CONTROL A1II Control System is designed to
maintain upward compatibility as the Control
System is upgraded to handle new functions. In this
case, however, older components will not be
compatible with the new functions.
Amplifier
(Receiver) player deck
CD
MD
Tape
deck
Other
component
• Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when
the CONTROL A1II jacks are connected via a PC
interface kit to a personal computer running “MD
Editor” or similar application. Also, do not operate
the connected component in a manner contrary to
the functions of the application, as this may cause
the application to operate incorrectly.
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In the CONTROL A1II control system, the
control signals flow both ways, so there is no
distinction of IN and OUT jacks. If a
component has more than one CONTROL A1II
jack, you can use either one, or connect
different components to each jack.
Automatic function selection
When you connect a CONTROL A1II
compatible Sony amplifier (or receiver) to
other Sony components using monaural mini-
plug cords, the function selector on the
amplifier (or receiver) automatically switches
to the correct input when you press the play
button on one of the connected components.
Jacks and connection examples
CONTROL A1
Notes
• You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible
amplifier (receiver) using a monaural mini-plug
cord in order to take advantage of the automatic
function selection feature.
CONTROL A1
• This function only works when the components are
connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs
according to the names on the function buttons.
Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of
the function buttons. In this case, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the receiver.
• When recording, do not play any components other
than the recording source. It will cause the
automatic function selection to operate.
CD player
MD deck
On CONTROL A1 jacks and
connections
It is possible to make connections between
CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1II jacks.
For details regarding particular connections or
set up options, refer to the operating
Synchronized recording
This function lets you conduct synchronized
recording between the selected source and
recorder components.
instructions supplied with the component(s).
1 Set the function selector on the
amplifier (or receiver) to the source
component.
About the connecting cord
Some CONTROL A1 compatible components
are supplied with a connecting cord as an
accessory. In this case, use the connecting cord
for your connection.
2 Set the source component to pause
mode (make sure both the N and X
indicators light together).
When using a commercially available cord, use
a monaural mini-plug cord less than 2 meters
long, with no resistance (such as the Sony
RK-G69HG).
3 Set the recorder component to the
REC-PAUSE mode.
4 Press PAUSE on the recorder
component.
The source component is released from
the pause mode, and recording begins
shortly thereafter.
When playback ends from the source
component, recording stops.
Basic Functions
The CONTROL A1II functions will operate as
long as the component you want to operate is
turned on, even if all of the other connected
components are not turned on.
Notes
• Do not set more than one component to the pause
mode.
• Certain recorder components may be equipped with
a special synchronized recording function that uses
the CONTROL A1II Control System, such as
“CD Synchro Dubbing”. In this case, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the recorder
component.
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Operations Using the Remote RM-PP412 and RM-PG412
You can use the remote RM-PP412 (STR-
Remote button
description
DE895 models of area code CA only) and RM-
PG412 (STR-DE995 models of area code CA
only and STR-DE895 models of area code U,
E2/E3, MX only) to operate the components in
your system.
RM-PP412
RM-PG412
TV ?/1
AV ?/1
P
?/1
TV ?/1
L
AV ?/1
P
USE MODE
?/1
USE MODE
Before you use your
remote
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP
VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 DVD
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP
VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 DVD
AV1
AV2
AV1
TV/SAT
AV2
TAPE
2ND
MD/DAT CD/SACD
TV/SAT MD/TAPE CD/SACD TUNER
M1
M2
PHONO
2CH
AUX
A F D
MULTI CH SOURCE
TUNER PHONO MULTI CH SOURCE
Inserting batteries into the
remote
MOVIE
MUSIC
2CH
AAFFDD
MMOOVVIIEE
MMUUSSIICC
RM-PP412 and RM-PG412
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and –
properly oriented in the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote
sensor g on the receiver.
2CH
A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
TEST
TONE
AAC
SB
DIRECT
BI-LING DECODING
6
SWAP/
ANGLE
JUMP/
TIME
PRESET/
CH/D.SKIP
AUDIO
9
SUBTITLE ENTER
.
>
0/10
>10/11
12
SHIFT D.TUNING
DISC
ALT
-
m
M
ANT
CLEAR SEARCH MODE
X
x
H
TOP MENU/
GUIDE
MUTING
AV MENU
MASTER
VOL
F
ENTER/
EXECUTE
G
g
f
O
Tip
DISPLAY
TV VOL
RETURN/EXIT
TV/
MAIN
MENU
TV CH
VIDEO
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for
about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates
the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones.
WIDE ON SCREEN
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 a
malfunction.
• If you don’t use the remote for an extended period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
The tables below show the settings of each
button.
Remote
Button
Operations Function
?/1
Receiver
Receiver
Turns the receiver on or off.
SLEEP
Activates the sleep
function and the duration
which the receiver turns
off automatically.
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Button
Operations Function
Remote
Button
Operations Function
Receiver Press repeatedly to
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
VIDEO3
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
SHIFT
select a memory page
for presetting radio
stations or tuning to
preset stations.
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 2)
D.TUNING Receiver
MUTING Receiver
Tuner station direct key-
in-mode.
DVD
Receiver
Receiver
To watch DVD.
Mutes the sound from
the receiver.
TV/SAT
To watch TV programs
or satellite receiver.
V/v
Receiver
Receiver
Select a menu item.
CD/SACD Receiver
To listen to compact
disc.
B/b
Makes adjustment or
change the setting.
TUNER
PHONO
Receiver
Receiver
To listen to radio
programs.
MASTER Receiver
VOL +/–
Adjusts the master
volume of the receiver.
To listen to turntable.
MAIN
MENU
Receiver
Press this button
MULTI CH Receiver
Selects MULTI CH IN
source.
repeatedly to select one
of the four cursor
2CH
Receiver
Receiver
Selects 2CH STEREO
mode.
modes: SET UP,
LEVEL, EQUALIZER
and CUSTOMIZE.
A.F.D.
Selects A.F.D. AUTO,
PRO LOGIC, PLII
MOVIE, PLII MUSIC,
Neo:6 Cinema and Neo:6
Music.
ON
SCREEN
Receiver
To display the menus
of the receiver on the
TV screen.
AV ?/1
TV/VCR/
Turns the audio and
MOVIE
MUSIC
Receiver
Receiver
Selects CINEMA ST.EX
A, CINEMA ST.EX B
and CINEMA ST.EX C.
CD player/
VCD player/ off.
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck
video components on or
Selects HALL, JAZZ
CLUB and LIVE
CONCERT.
SYSTEM
STANDBY TV/VCR/
(Press
AV ?/1
and ?/1
at the
same time) DVD player/
MD deck/
Receiver/
Turns off the receiver
and other Sony audio/
TEST
TONE
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
Press to output test tone.
Satellite tuner/ video components.
CD player/
VCD player/
DIRECT
Selects 2CH ANALOG
DIRECT.
LD player/
AAC
BI-LING
Selects Dual Mono or
Bilingual sound of
Dolby Digital, DTS or
AAC, etc.
DAT deck
SB
Receiver
Press to select the
surround back decoding
modes.
DECODING
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(continued)
Remote
Button
Operations Function
PRESET/
CH/
D.SKIP +/–
Receiver
Scans and selects preset
stations.
Remote
Button
Operations Function
TV/VCR/
satellite tuner
Selects preset channels.
1–9 and
0/10
Receiver
Use with “SHIFT” button
to preset radio station or
tuning to preset stations
and with “D.TUNING”
for direct tuning.
CD player/
VCD player/ changer only).
DVD player/
Skips discs (multi-disc
MD deck
CD player/
Select track numbers.
ENTER
TV/VCR/
satellite tuner/ channel, disc or track
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
After selecting a
VCD player/ 0/10 selects track 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck
using the numeric
buttons, press to enter
the value.
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Select channel numbers.
Select track numbers
DISC
ANT
CD player/
VCD player (multi-disc changer
only).
Selects a disc directly
>10/11
CD player/
VCD player/ over 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
VCR
Selects output signal
from aerial terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
Tape deck
AUDIO
TV/ VCR/
Changes the sound to
./> VCR/
CD player/
Skips tracks.
DVD player Multiplex, Bilingual or
Multi channel TV Sound.
VCD player/
DVD player/
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
SWAP*/
ANGLE
TV
Swaps the small and
large picture.
DVD player To select viewing angle
or changes the angles.
JUMP/
TIME
TV
Toggles between the
previous and the current
channels.
m/M
CD player/
VCD player/ (forward or backward).
Searches tracks
DVD player/
LD player/
MD deck
CD player/
VCD player/ displays the playing time
DVD player of disc, etc.
Shows the time or
VCR/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
Fastforwards or
rewinds.
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture
function.
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Button
Operations
Function
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
SEARCH
MODE
DVD player
Select searching mode.
Press to select the unit
for search (track,
index, etc.)
N
VCR/
Starts play.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
TOP MENU/ DVD player
GUIDE
Displays DVD title.
satellite tuner Displays guide menu.
AV MENU VCR/
Displays menu.
Satellite tuner/
DVD player
X
VCR/
CD player/
Pauses play or record.
(Also starts recording
VCD player/ with components in
O
VCD player/ Returns to the previous
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
record standby.)
LD player/
DVD player
menu or exits the
menu.
V/v/B/b
ENTER/
VCR/
Satellite tuner/
DVD player
Selects a menu item.
x
VCR/
Stops play.
VCR/
Press to enter the
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
EXECUTE Satellite tuner/ selection.
DVD player
TV ?/1
TV
TV
Turns the TV on or off.
-/--
Selects the channel
entry mode, either one
or two digit.
DISPLAY TV/VCR/
Selects information
TV VOL
+/–
TV
Adjust the volume of
the TV.
VCD player/ displayed on the TV
LD player/
DVD player
screen.
TV CH +/– TV
Select preset TV
channels.
RETURN/ VCD player/ Returns to the previous
TV/
VIDEO
TV
TV
Selects input signal:
TV input or video
input.
EXIT
LD player/
menu.
DVD player
Satellite tuner Exits the menu.
WIDE
Selects the wide
picture mode.
SUBTITLE DVD player
CLEAR DVD player
Changes the subtitles.
Press if you made a
mistake when you press
the number button or
press to return to the
continuous play etc.
USE MODE Remote
To set up the remote.
AV1 and
AV2
Remote
Remote
Remote
Select the command
mode of the remote.
SOURCE
Selects 2ND AV
output.
ALT
Change remote key
function to activate
those buttons with
orange printing.
continued
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Selecting the command
mode of the remote
RM-PP412 only
Remote
Button
Operations Function
Set the remote command mode using the USE
MODE button and the remote command mode
buttons.
MD/TAPE Receiver
AUX Receiver
To listen to Minidisc or
audio tape.
Selecting the command mode
To listen to an audio
equipment.
You can switch the command mode (AV1 or
AV2) of the remote. If the command mode of
the receiver and the remote is different, you
cannot use the remote to operate the receiver.
RM-PG412 only
Remote
Button
Operations Function
Press AV1 or AV2 while pressing down
USE MODE.
TAPE
Receiver
To listen to audio tape.
The indicator lights once (twice for AV2) , then
the command mode switches.
MD/DAT Receiver
To listen to Minidisc
or DAT deck.
2ND
Remote
Remote
Select the command
mode of the remote.
To check the command mode of the
remote
Press USE MODE. You can check the remote
by the indicator.
M1 and
M2
To perform several
commands in sequence
automatically.
Mode
AV1
AV2
Indicator lights
once
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 above operation may not be possible
or may operate differently than described.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press
ALT first before pressing the buttons.
• Press MAIN MENU on the remote before you use
the V/v/B/b buttons for receiver operation.
• Press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV MENU on the
remote before you use the remote to control the
satellite tuner, VCR and DVD player.
twice
To reset the remote to factory
settings
Press =/1, AV =/1, and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.
The indicator lights 3 times, then goes off.
• RM-PP412
– (STR-DE895) The AUX, AAC BI-LING, 12 and
ON SCREEN buttons on the remote are not
available.
• RM-PG412
– (STR-DE995) The AAC BI-LING and 12 buttons
on the remote are not available.
– (STR-DE895) The AAC BI-LING, 12 and ON
SCREEN buttons on the remote are not available.
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To cancel programming
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the programming mode.
Programming the remote
You can program the remote to control non-
Sony components by changing the code. Once
the control signals have been memorized, you
can use those components as part of your
system.
To activate the input source after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input source you want.
Furthermore, you can also program the remote
for Sony components that the remote is unable
to control. Note that the remote can only
control components that accept infrared
wireless control signals.
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 has
occurred. Start again from step 1.
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing down USE
MODE.
Notes
The indicator lights.
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
pressed.
2 Press the input selector button
(including TV ?/1) for the component
you want to control.
• In step 2, if several input selector buttons are
pressed, only the last pressed button is valid.
• In step 2, if you press TV ?/1, only TV VOL +/–,
TV CH +/–, TV/VIDEO and WIDE buttons are
reprogrammed.
For example, if you are going to control a
CD player, press CD/SACD.
• In step 3, if an input selector button is pressed, the
new input source is selected and the programming
procedure returns to the beginning of step 3.
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers
entered are valid.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if
more than one code exists)
corresponding to the component and
the maker of the component you want
to control.
To clear the memory of the remote
See the tables on pages 52–53 for
information on the numeric code(s)
corresponding to the component and the
maker of the component (the first digit and
the last two digits of the numeric code
correspond to the category and the maker’s
code respectively.)
To clear all programmed and learned signals,
do the following to reset the remote to factory
settings.
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
4 Press ENTER.
continued
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the programming
mode.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other
components.
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Programming the remote (continued)
To control a DAT deck
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
203
219
The numeric codes corresponding to
the component and the maker of the
component
PIONEER
To control an MD deck
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable
to control. Since the remote signal that a
component accepts differs depending on the
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
301
302
303
304
DENON
JVC
KENWOOD
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
To control a tape deck
Maker
Code(s)
Notes
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a
chance, however, that your component will not
respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input selectors on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
SONY
201, 202
204, 205
206, 207, 208, 209
210
DENON
KENWOOD
NAKAMICHI
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
216
211, 212
213, 214
215, 216
217, 218
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
To control a CD player
Maker
Code(s)
101, 102, 103
104, 123
105, 106, 107
108, 109, 110
111, 116
116
SONY
DENON
To control an LD player
JVC
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
ONKYO
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
601, 602, 603
606
PIONEER
112, 113, 114
115
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
To control a video CD player
116
Maker
Code(s)
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
117
SONY
605
115, 118, 119
120, 121, 122
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To control a VCR
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
501, 502
SONY
701, 702, 703, 704, 705,
706
DAEWOO
504, 505, 506, 507, 515,
544
AIWA
710, 750, 757, 758
707, 708, 709, 759
740
FISHER
508
AKAI
GOLDSTAR
503, 511, 512, 515, 534,
544
BLAUPUNKT
EMERSON
711, 712, 713, 714, 715,
716, 750
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
517, 534
513, 514, 515, 544
521, 522
FISHER
717, 718, 719, 720
721, 722, 730
723, 753
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
GENERAL ELECTRIC
GOLDSTAR
GRUNDIG
516
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
503, 518, 544
503, 519, 544
503, 520, 544
509, 524
724
HITACHI
722, 725, 729, 741
717
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
726, 727, 728, 736
730, 731, 738
732, 733, 734, 735
736
515, 518
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
PIONEER
509, 525, 526, 540
510, 527, 528, 529, 544
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
503, 515, 531, 532, 533,
534, 544
PANASONIC
729, 730, 737, 738, 739,
740
SANYO
508, 545, 546, 547
535
PHILIPS
729, 730, 731
729
SHARP
PIONEER
TELEFUNKEN
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
523, 536, 537, 538
530, 537, 539
535, 540, 541
542, 543
RCA/PROSCAN
722, 729, 730, 731, 741,
747
SAMSUNG
SANYO
742, 743, 744, 745
717, 720, 746
748, 749
SHARP
TELEFUNKEN
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
751, 752
To control a satellite tuner or cable
box
747, 755, 756
754
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
801, 802, 803, 804
To control a DVD player
JERROLD/G.I.
806, 807, 808, 809, 810,
811, 812, 813, 814
Maker
Code(s)
PANASONIC
RCA
818
SONY
401, 402, 403
406, 408
407
805, 819
815, 816, 817
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
TOSHIBA
DENON
S. ATLANTA
409
404
To control a tuner
405
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
002, 003, 004, 005
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5 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send
the remote button code.
Learning the commands
of your components
Lightly pressing the button once should be
sufficient.
(RM-PG412 only)
By using the Learning function, it is possible
for this remote to perform learned commands.
If learning is completed successfully, the
indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the learning
mode.
When learning is not completed
successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in
quick succession and the procedure returns
to step 5.
Setting remote control codes that
are not stored in the remote
When a remote control code is not one of the
presets stored in the remote, it is possible for
the remote to learn the code using the Learning
function.
If the memory of the remote is already full,
the indicator flashes 8 times in quick
succession and the remote automatically
exits the learning mode.
1 Press TV ?/1 while pressing down USE
MODE.
The indicator lights.
Notes
• You can program more than 80 keys for the
Learning function. In some cases, you may not be
able to program even if you have not programmed
80 buttons. The number of buttons you can program
for each input selector button are shown in the
following table.
2 Press the input selector button
(including TV ?/1) for the component
you want to learn functions for.
For example, if you are going to learn an
operation for a CD player, press CD/SACD.
Input selector
button area
Number of Buttons
you can program
3 Press the button you want to use for
the Learning function.
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,
DVD
78 keys
78 keys
78 keys
The indicator turns off while a valid button
is pressed, then blinks slowly.
VIDEO 3, TV/SAT,
TAPE
4 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the
receiver/transmitter on the remote
control to be learned.
MD/DAT, CD/SACD,
TUNER
PHONO, MULTI CH
52 keys
7 keys
TV buttons (TV ?/1,
TV VOL +/–, TV CH +/–,
WIDE, TV/VIDEO)
5-10 cm
• In steps 2 and 3, the indicator turns off while a valid
button is pressed.
• In step 3, if several buttons that can be used for
learning are pressed, only the last pressed button is
valid. The indicator blinks slowly, it turns ON while
a valid button is pressed.
• In step 5, if a button that can be used for learning is
pressed, the new button is selected and the learning
procedure returns to the beginning of step 5.
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To activate the input source after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input source you want.
Performing several
commands in sequence
automatically
To cancel learning
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the learning mode.
(Macro Play)
(RM-PG412 only)
To clear the learned codes
The Macro Play function lets you link several
IR codes in a sequential order as a single
command. The remote provides 2 macro lists
(M1 and M2). You can specify up to 10 IR
codes for each macro list.
Start over from step 1. After step 3, press
TV ?/1 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator
lights twice slowly and the learned code is
cleared. If TV ?/1 is pressed less than 2
seconds, the learning procedure returns to the
beginning of step 5.
Setting the sequence of IR codes
When a learned code is cleared, if the button
was previously programmed for another input
selector, the programmed code for that button
can be used.
1 Press M1 (or M2) while pressing down
USE MODE.
The indicator lights.
2 Press the numeric buttons to select the
To clear the memory of the remote
macro step number.
To clear all programmed and learned signals,
do the following to reset the remote to factory
settings.
For example, to program step 1, press 1.
The indicator blinks slowly.
3 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the
receiver/transmitter on the remote
control to be learned.
Press ?/1, AV ?/1, and MASTER VOL –
at the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
4 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send
the remote button code.
To use a command that has been
learned
When selecting a learned input selector, press
the learned button for that input selector.
Lightly pressing the button once should be
sufficient.
If learning is completed successfully, the
indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the learning
mode.
When learning is not completed
successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in
quick succession and the procedure returns
to step 4.
5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 to program up
to 10 IR codes.
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Performing several commands in sequence
automatically (Macro Play) (continued)
Tip
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 lights 4 times in quick
succession in step 3, an error has occurred. Start
again from step 1.
–
To cancel programming
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To delay the output of an IR code
Start over from step 1. In step 3,
• Press M1 (TV/SAT) when the macro setting
is M1.
• Press M2 (TAPE) when the macro setting is
M2.
1 second delay is programmed at this program
step. The indicator lights twice slowly, then the
remote automatically exits the macro setting
mode.
To clear the programmed IR codes
Clear each macro step individually. In step 3,
• Press M1 (TV/SAT) when the macro setting
is M1.
• Press M2 (TAPE) when the macro setting is
M2.
The IR code is cleared. The indicator lights
twice slowly, then the remote automatically
exits the macro setting mode.
To start macro play
Press M1 (TV/SAT) or M2 (TAPE) while the
ALT indicator turns ON.
Note
If the Macro Play function does not work properly,
program a delay between each operation. See “To
delay the output of an IR code”.
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Operations Using the Remote RM-LG112
You can use the remote RM-LG112 (STR-
DE995 models of area code U only) to operate
the components in your system.
Remote button
description
TV ?/1
L
AV ?/1
P
?/1
Before you use your
remote
USE MODE
SYSTEM STANDBY SLEEP
Display
v
Scroll key/
PUSH
PUSH
Inserting batteries into the
remote
V
2CH
A.F.D.
MOVIE
AAC
MUSIC
SB
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
TEST
TONE
DIRECT
BI-LING DECODING
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and –
properly oriented in the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote
sensor g on the receiver.
6
SWAP/
ANGLE
JUMP/
TIME
PRESET/
CH/D.SKIP
AUDIO
9
SUBTITLE ENTER
.
>
0/10
>10/11
12
DISC
SHIFT D.TUNING
ALT
-
m
M
ANT
CLEAR SEARCH MODE
X
x
H
TOP MENU/
GUIDE
MUTING
AV MENU
MASTER
VOL
F
ENTER/
G
g
EXECUTE
f
O
DISPLAY
TV VOL
RETURN/EXIT
TV/
MAIN
MENU
TV CH
VIDEO
WIDE ON SCREEN
Tip
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for
about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates
the 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 a
malfunction.
• If you don’t use the remote for an extended period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
The tables below show the settings of each
button.
Remote
Button
Operations Function
?/1
Receiver
Receiver
Turns the receiver on or off.
SLEEP
Activates the sleep
function and the duration
which the receiver turns
off automatically.
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Remote
Button
Operations Function
AV ?/1
TV/VCR/
CD player/
Turns the audio and
video components on or
Remote
Button
Operations Function
VCD player/ off.
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
2CH
Receiver
Receiver
Selects 2CH STEREO
mode.
A.F.D.
Selects A.F.D. AUTO,
PRO LOGIC, PLII
MOVIE, PLII MUSIC,
Neo:6 Cinema and Neo:6
Music.
DAT deck
SYSTEM
Receiver/
STANDBY TV/VCR/
Turns off the receiver
and other Sony audio/
(Press
Satellite tuner/ video components.
CD player/
VCD player/
AV ?/1
and ?/1
at the
MOVIE
MUSIC
Receiver
Receiver
Selects CINEMA ST.EX
A, CINEMA ST.EX B
and CINEMA ST.EX C.
LD player/
same time) DVD player/
MD deck/
Selects HALL, JAZZ
CLUB and LIVE
CONCERT.
DAT deck
1–9 and
0/10
Receiver
Use with “SHIFT”
button to preset radio
station or tuning to
preset stations and with
“D.TUNING” for direct
tuning.
TEST
TONE
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
Press to output test tone.
DIRECT
Selects 2CH ANALOG
DIRECT.
AAC
BI-LING
Selects Dual Mono or
Bilingual sound of
Dolby Digital, DTS or
AAC, etc.
CD player/
Select track numbers.
VCD player/ 0/10 selects track 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck
SB
Receiver
Receiver
Press to select the
surround back decoding
modes.
DECODING
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Select channel numbers.
Select track numbers
SHIFT
Press repeatedly to
select a memory page
for presetting radio
stations or tuning to
preset stations.
>10/11
CD player/
VCD player/ over 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
Tape deck
D.TUNING Receiver
MUTING Receiver
Tuner station direct key-
in-mode.
AUDIO
TV/ VCR/
Changes the sound to
DVD player Multiplex, Bilingual or
Multi channel TV
Mutes the sound from
the receiver.
Sound.
V/v
Receiver
Receiver
Select a menu item.
SWAP*/
ANGLE
TV
Swaps the small and
large picture.
B/b
Makes adjustment or
change the setting.
DVD player To select viewing angle
or changes the angles.
MASTER Receiver
VOL +/–
Adjusts the master
volume of the receiver.
MAIN
MENU
Receiver
Press this button
repeatedly to select one
of the four cursor
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture
function.
modes: SET UP,
LEVEL, EQUALIZER
and CUSTOMIZE.
ON
SCREEN
Receiver
To display the menus
of the receiver on the
TV screen.
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Button
Operations Function
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
JUMP/
TIME
TV
Toggles between the
previous and the current
channels.
N
VCR/
Starts play.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
CD player/
VCD player/ displays the playing
DVD player time of disc, etc.
Shows the time or
PRESET/
CH/
D.SKIP +/–
Receiver
Scans and selects preset
stations.
X
VCR/
CD player/
VCD player/ with components in
Pauses play or record.
(Also starts recording
TV/VCR/
satellite tuner
Selects preset channels.
CD player/
VCD player/ changer only).
DVD player/
Skips discs (multi-disc
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
record standby.)
MD deck
DAT deck/
Tape deck
ENTER
TV/VCR/
After selecting a
satellite tuner/ channel, disc or track
x
VCR/
Stops play.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
using the numeric
buttons, press to enter
the value.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
DISC
ANT
CD player/
VCD player (multi-disc changer
only).
Selects a disc directly
DISPLAY TV/VCR/
Selects information
VCR
Selects output signal
from aerial terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
VCD player/ displayed on the TV
LD player/
DVD player
screen.
./> VCR/
CD player/
Skips tracks.
RETURN/ VCD player/ Returns to the previous
EXIT
LD player/
menu.
VCD player/
DVD player/
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
DVD player
Satellite tuner Exits the menu.
SUBTITLE DVD player
CLEAR DVD player
Changes the subtitles.
Press if you made a
mistake when you press
the number button or
press to return to the
continuous play etc.
m/M
CD player/
VCD player/ (forward or backward).
DVD player/
LD player/
MD deck
Searches tracks
continued
VCR/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
Fastforwards or
rewinds.
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Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or V.
Remote button description
(continued)
Display
Function
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
VIDEO1
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
SEARCH
MODE
DVD player
Select searching mode.
Press to select the unit
for search (track,
index, etc.)
VIDEO2
VIDEO3
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 2)
TOP MENU/ DVD player
GUIDE
Displays DVD title.
DVD
To watch DVD.
satellite tuner Displays guide menu.
TV/SAT
To watch TV programs or
satellite receiver.
AV MENU VCR/
Displays menu.
Satellite tuner/
DVD player
TAPE
To listen to audio tape.
O
VCD player/ Returns to the previous
MD/DAT
To listen to Minidisc or
DAT deck.
LD player/
DVD player
menu or exits the
menu.
CD/SACD
TUNER
To listen to compact disc.
V/v/B/b
ENTER/
VCR/
Selects a menu item.
To listen to radio
programs.
Satellite tuner/
DVD player
PHONO
MULTI
To listen to turntable.
VCR/
Press to enter the
Selects MULTI CH IN
source.
EXECUTE Satellite tuner/ selection.
DVD player
TV ?/1
TV
TV
Turns the TV on or off.
-/--
Selects the channel
entry mode, either one
or two digit.
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 above operation may not be possible
or may operate differently than described.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing, press
ALT first before pressing the buttons.
• Press MAIN MENU on the remote before you use
the V/v/B/b buttons for receiver operation.
• Press TOP MENU/GUIDE or AV MENU on the
remote before you use the remote to control the
satellite tuner, VCR and DVD player.
TV VOL
+/–
TV
Adjust the volume of
the TV.
TV CH +/– TV
Select preset TV
channels.
TV/
VIDEO
TV
TV
Selects input signal:
TV input or video
input.
WIDE
Selects the wide
picture mode.
USE MODE Remote
ALT Remote
To set up the remote.
• The AAC BI-LING and 12 functions are not
available for set operation.
Change remote key
function to activate
those buttons with
orange printing.
Scroll key/ Remote
PUSH
Select the input
selector, macro and
command mode of the
remote.
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Programming the remote
Selecting the command
mode of the remote
You can program the remote to control non-
Sony components by changing the code. Once
the control signals have been memorized, you
can use those components as part of your
system.
Set the remote command mode using the USE
MODE button and scroll key/PUSH.
Selecting the command mode
Furthermore, you can also program the remote
for Sony components that the remote is unable
to control. Note that the remote can only
control components that accept infrared
wireless control signals.
You can switch the command mode (AV1 or
AV2) of the remote. If the command mode of
the receiver and the remote is different, you
cannot use the remote to operate the receiver.
1 Press ?/1 while pressing down USE
1 Press AV ?/1 while pressing down USE
MODE.
MODE.
2 Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or
The indicator lights and IR SET appears in
the display.
V to select “MAIN”.
3 Press PUSH.
2 Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or
V to select the input selector (including
TV ?/1) for the component you want to
control.
4 Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or
V to select “AV1” or “AV2”.
5 Press PUSH.
For example, if you are going to control a
CD player, select CD/SACD.
The indicator lights once (twice for AV2),
then the command mode switches. You will
be able to see your selection (AV1 or AV2)
in the display.
3 Press PUSH.
4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if
more than one code exists)
To reset the remote to factory
settings
corresponding to the component and
the maker of the component you want
to control.
See the tables on pages 62–64 for
information on the numeric code(s)
corresponding to the component and the
maker of the component (the first digit and
the last two digits of the numeric code
correspond to the category and the maker’s
code respectively.)
Press =/1, AV =/1, and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.
The indicator lights 3 times, then goes off.
5 Press ENTER.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the programming
mode.
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Programming the remote (continued)
The numeric codes corresponding to
the component and the maker of the
component
6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to control other
components.
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable
to control. Since the remote signal that a
component accepts differs depending on the
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a
To cancel programming
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the programming mode.
To activate the input source after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input source you want.
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
Notes
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 has
occurred. Start again from step 1.
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a
chance, however, that your component will not
respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input selectors on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
Notes
• The indicator turns off while a valid button is
pressed.
• In step 2, if you press TV ?/1, only TV VOL +/–,
TV CH +/–, TV/VIDEO and WIDE buttons are
reprogrammed.
To control a CD player
Maker
Code(s)
101, 102, 103
104, 123
105, 106, 107
108, 109, 110
111, 116
116
SONY
DENON
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers
entered are valid.
JVC
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
ONKYO
To clear the memory of the remote
To clear all programmed and learned signals,
do the following to reset the remote to factory
settings.
112, 113, 114
115
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at
116
the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
PIONEER
TECHNICS
117
115, 118, 119
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To control a VCR
To control a DAT deck
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
701, 702, 703, 704, 705,
706
SONY
203
219
PIONEER
AIWA
710, 750, 757, 758
740
BLAUPUNKT
EMERSON
GENERAL ELECTRIC
HITACHI
To control an MD deck
750
Maker
Code(s)
722, 730
SONY
301
302
303
304
722, 729, 741
726, 727, 728, 736
730, 731, 738
736
DENON
JVC
JVC
MAGNAVOX
NEC
KENWOOD
PANASONIC
729, 730, 737, 738, 739,
740
To control a tape deck
PHILIPS
729, 730, 731
729
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
201, 202
204, 205
206, 207, 208, 209
216
PIONEER
DENON
RCA/PROSCAN
722, 729, 730, 731, 741,
747
KENWOOD
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
TOSHIBA
747
211, 212
213, 214
215, 216
217, 218
210
To control a DVD player
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
NAKAMICHI
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
401, 402, 403
406, 408
407
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
TOSHIBA
DENON
409
To control an LD player
404
Maker
Code(s)
405
SONY
601, 602, 603
606
PIONEER
To control a tuner
Maker
Code(s)
To control a video CD player
SONY
002, 003, 004, 005
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
605
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Programming the remote (continued)
Learning the commands
of your components
To control a TV
Maker
Code(s)
By using the Learning function, it is possible
for this remote to perform learned commands.
SONY
501, 502
DAEWOO
FISHER
515, 544
Setting remote control codes that
are not stored in the remote
When a remote control code is not one of the
presets stored in the remote, it is possible for
the remote to learn the code using the Learning
function.
508
GOLDSTAR
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
JVC
503, 515, 534, 544
534
515, 544
516
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
503, 518, 544
503, 544
1 Press TV ?/1 while pressing down USE
MODE.
503, 544
The indicator lights and LEARN appears in
the display.
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
509, 524
515, 518
2 Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or
V to select the input selector (including
TV ?/1) for the component you want to
control.
PIONEER
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
509, 525, 526, 540
510, 527, 528, 529, 544
503, 515, 531, 532, 533,
534, 544
For example, if you are going to learn an
operation for a CD player, select CD/
SACD.
SANYO
SHARP
508, 545, 546, 547
535
3 Press PUSH.
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
535, 540
542, 543
4 Press the button you want to use for
the Learning function.
The indicator turns off while a valid button
is pressed, then blinks slowly.
To control a satellite tuner or cable
box
5 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the
receiver/transmitter on the remote
control to be learned.
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
801, 802, 803, 804
JERROLD/G.I.
806, 807, 808, 809, 810,
811, 812, 813, 814
PANASONIC
RCA
818
805, 819
815, 816, 817
S. ATLANTA
5-10 cm
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6 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send
the remote button code.
To activate the input source after
programming
Press the programmed button to activate the
input source you want.
Lightly pressing the button once should be
sufficient.
To cancel learning
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the learning mode.
If learning is completed successfully, the
indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the learning
mode.
When learning is not completed
successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in
quick succession and the procedure returns
to step 5.
To clear the learned codes
Start over from step 1. After step 3, press
TV ?/1 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator
lights twice slowly and the learned code is
cleared. If TV ?/1 is pressed less than 2
seconds, the learning procedure returns to the
beginning of step 5.
If the memory of the remote is already full,
the indicator flashes 8 times in quick
succession and the remote automatically
exits the learning mode.
When a learned code is cleared, if the button
was previously programmed for another input
selector, the programmed code for that button
can be used.
Notes
• You can program more than 80 keys for the
Learning function. In some cases, you may not be
able to program even if you have not programmed
80 buttons. The number of buttons you can program
for each input selector button are shown in the
following table.
To clear the memory of the remote
To clear all programmed and learned signals,
do the following to reset the remote to factory
settings.
Input selector
Number of Buttons
you can program
Press ?/1, AV ?/1, and MASTER VOL –
at the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,
DVD
78 keys
78 keys
78 keys
VIDEO 3, TV/SAT,
TAPE
To use a command that has been
learned
When selecting a learned input selector, press
the learned button for that input selector.
MD/DAT, CD/SACD,
TUNER
PHONO, MULTI CH
52 keys
7 keys
TV buttons (TV ?/1,
TV VOL +/–, TV CH +/–,
WIDE, TV/VIDEO)
• In steps 2 and 3, the indicator turns off while a valid
button is pressed.
• In step 3, if several buttons that can be used for
learning are pressed, only the last pressed button is
valid. The indicator blinks slowly, it turns ON while
a valid button is pressed.
• In step 5, if a button that can be used for learning is
pressed, the new button is selected and the learning
procedure returns to the beginning of step 5.
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Tip
Performing several
commands in sequence
automatically
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 lights 4 times in quick
succession in step 3, an error has occurred. Start
again from step 1.
–
(Macro Play)
To cancel programming
The Macro Play function lets you link several
IR codes in a sequential order as a single
command. The remote provides 2 macro lists
(M1 and M2). You can specify up to 10 IR
codes for each macro list.
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To delay the output of an IR code
Delay each macro step individually. In step 3,
press PUSH within 2 seconds.
Setting the sequence of IR codes
1 second delay is programmed at this program
step. The indicator lights twice slowly, then the
remote automatically exits the macro setting
mode.
1 Press TV ?/1 while pressing down USE
MODE.
The indicator lights and LEARN appears in
the display.
To clear the programmed IR codes
2 Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or
Clear each macro step individually. In step 3,
press PUSH for more than 2 seconds.
V to select “M1” or “M2”.
3 Press the numeric buttons to select the
The IR code is cleared. The indicator lights
twice slowly, then the remote automatically
exits the macro setting mode.
macro step number.
For example, to program step 1, press 1.
The indicator blinks slowly.
To start macro play
4 Point the remote control code receiver
section of the remote towards the
receiver/transmitter on the remote
control to be learned.
Push the scroll key/PUSH towards v or V
to select “M1” or “M2”.
Note
If the Macro Play function does not work properly,
program a delay between each operation. See “To
delay the output of an IR code”.
5 Press the appropriate button on the
remote control to be learned to send
the remote button code.
Lightly pressing the button once should be
sufficient.
If learning is completed successfully, the
indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the learning
mode.
When learning is not completed
successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in
quick succession and the procedure returns
to step 4.
6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to program up
to 10 IR codes.
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Additional Information
If you have any question or problem concerning your
receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Precautions
Troubleshooting
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem. Also, see “Checking the connections”
on page 24 to verify that the connections are
correct.
On power sources
• Before operating the unit, check that the operating
voltage is identical with your local power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate
at the rear of the receiver.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the receiver itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a long
time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp
the plug itself; never pull the cord.
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
no matter which component is selected.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely and correctly.
• Check that both the receiver and all the
components are turned on.
• (Models of area code U, CA only)
• Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is
not set at “VOLUME MIN”.
One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet
only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified service shop.
• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
button is not set to off and is set accordingly to
your SPEAKERS FRONT system (page 26).
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the
muting function.
On heat buildup
• Check that the headphones are not connected.
Although the unit heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this unit at
a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
• The protective device on the receiver has been
activated because of a short circuit
(“PROTECTOR” flashes). Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on
the power again.
On placement
There is no sound from a specific component.
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the
life of the receiver.
• Check that the component is connected correctly
to the audio input jacks for that component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component.
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that
might block the ventilation holes and cause
malfunctions.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the receiver.
• Use caution when placing the unit on surfaces that
have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish,
etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may
result.
continued
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn
off and unplug the receiver.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
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There is no sound from the active sub woofer.
• Check that the sub woofer is connected correctly
and securely.
There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
• Make sure the sub woofer selection parameter is
set to “YES” (page 20).
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack
to verify that sound is output from the headphones
(page 26).
• There is no sound output from the SUB
WOOFER terminal depending on the sound field
(back page).
If only one channel is output from the headphones,
the component may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully
inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the
component.
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MOVIE or MUSIC).
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not
reproduced.
If both channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check the connection of the
front speaker which is not outputting any sound.
• Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in
Dolby Digital or DTS format.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the
digital input jacks of this receiver, check the
audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the
connected component.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
Recording cannot be done.
• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Select the source component with INPUT
SELECTOR.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
• Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to
“ANALOG FIXED” before recording from a
digital component connected to the analog
MD/TAPE terminals.
• Check that the connecting cords are away from a
transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters away
from a TV set or fluorescent light.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to “COAX
FIXED” or “OPT FIXED” (page 25) before
recording from a digital component connected to
the DIGITAL MD/TAPE OUT terminals.
• Make sure you have grounded U SIGNAL GND
terminal (only when a turntable is connected).
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a
cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard from the center or/and surround
speakers.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Select a sound field containing the word
“CINEMA ST.EX” (pages 29–30).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 24).
• Make sure the center or/and surround speaker
size parameter is set to either “SMALL” or
“LARGE” (page 21).
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The FM reception is poor.
The remote does not function.
Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to
connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as
shown below. If you connect the receiver to an
outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To
prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground
wire to a gas pipe.
• RM-PP412
– (STR-DE895) The AUX, AAC BI-LING, 12
and ON SCREEN buttons on the remote are
not available.
• RM-PG412
– (STR-DE995) The AAC BI-LING and 12
buttons on the remote are not available.
Receiver
ANTENNA
Outdoor FM antenna
– (STR-DE895) The AAC BI-LING, 12 and ON
SCREEN buttons on the remote are not
available.
AM
• RM-LG112
y
– (STR-DE995) The AAC BI-LING and 12
buttons on the remote are not available.
Ground wire
(not supplied)
FM
75Ω
COAXIAL
• Point the remote at the remote sensor g on the
receiver.
• Check that the command mode of the remote
corresponds to that of the receiver. If the
command mode of the receiver and the remote is
different, you cannot use the remote to operate
the receiver (pages 43, 50 and 61).
To ground
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected securely.
Adjust the antennas and connect an external
antenna if necessary.
• Press MAIN MENU on the remote before you
use the V/v/B/b buttons for receiver operation.
• To activate the buttons with orange printing,
press ALT first before pressing the buttons.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
direct tuning.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the
remote and the receiver.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly
(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
• Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones, if they are weak.
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the stations
(page 38).
• Make sure you select the correct input selector
on the remote.
• If the remote is set to operate the TV only, use
the remote to select a source or component other
than TV before operating the receiver or other
component.
• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in
the display.
There is no picture or an unclear picture appears
on the TV screen or monitor.
If you are unable to remedy the
problem using the troubleshooting
guide
• Select the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy
the problem (page 19). However, note that all
memorized settings will be reset to their factory
settings and you will have to readjust all
settings on the receiver.
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Clearing the receiver’s memory
To clear
See
All memorized settings
Customized sound fields
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1) Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.
2) Measured under the following conditions:
Specifications
Area code
Power requirements
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
E2/E3
240 V AC, 50 Hz
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
3) STR-DE995 only.
4) STR-DE895 only.
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than
0.09 % total harmonic distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output (Models of area code
U only).
Frequency response
PHONO
RIAA equalization curve
0.5 dB
MULTI CH IN (1, 2),
CD/SACD, TV/SAT,
MD/TAPE, DVD,
VIDEO 1, 2, 3
10 Hz – 70 kHz
+0.5/–2 dB (with sound
field and equalizer
bypassed)
Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT
Models of area code U, CA
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %)
100 W + 100 W
Inputs (Analog)
PHONO
Sensitivity: 8 mV
Impedance: 50 kilohms
S/N5): 86 dB (A, 8 mV6))
Reference Power Output
MULTI CH IN (1, 2),
CD/SACD, TV/SAT,
MD/TAPE, DVD,
VIDEO 1, 2, 3
Sensitivity: 500 mV
Impedance: 50 kilohms
S/N5): 96 dB
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %)
FRONT1):
100 W/ch
100 W
CENTER1):
SURR1):
(A, 500 mV6))
100 W/ch
SURR BACK1):
100 W/ch3) or 100 W4)
5) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer
bypassed).
6) Weighted network, input level.
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
FRONT1):
110 W/ch
CENTER1):
110 W
SURR1):
110 W/ch
SURR BACK1):
110 W/ch3) or 110 W4)
Inputs (Digital)
DVD (Coaxial)
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 100 dB
Models of area code E2/E3, MX
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
110 W + 110 W2)
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
TV/SAT, CD/SACD,
MD/TAPE, VIDEO 3
(Optical)
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: –
S/N: 100 dB
Reference Power Output2)
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
FRONT1):
130 W/ch
130 W
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
CENTER1):
SURR1):
130 W/ch
SURR BACK1):
130 W/ch3) or 130 W4)
Outputs (Analog)
MD/TAPE (OUT),
VIDEO 1, 2
Voltage: 500 mV
Impedance: 10 kilohms
(AUDIO OUT)
SUB WOOFER
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 1 kilohms
Outputs (Digital)
MD/TAPE (Optical)
Sensitivity: –
EQUALIZER
Gain levels:
10 dB, 0.5 dB step
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7) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or
10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off
the receiver. Hold down PRESET TUNING + and
press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when
you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to
10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.
FM tuner section
Tuning range
87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Antenna terminals
75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
10.7 MHz
Video section
Inputs
Video:
Sensitivity
Mono:
Stereo:
18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms
38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/75 ohms
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S-video:
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Usable sensitivity
11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms
Component Video:
Y:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
S/N
Mono:
Stereo:
P
B/B-Y:
R/R-Y:
76 dB
70 dB
P
Outputs
Video:
S-video:
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Mono:
Stereo:
0.3%
0.5%
Component Video:
Y:
Separation
45 dB at 1 kHz
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P
B/B-Y:
R/R-Y:
Frequency response 30 Hz – 15 kHz,
P
+0.5/–2 dB
General
Selectivity
60 dB at 400 kHz
Power requirements
AM tuner section
Area code
U, CA, MX
E2/E3
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Tuning range
Models of area code U, CA
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1710 kHz7)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1710 kHz7)
Power consumption
Models of area code E2/E3
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1610 kHz7)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1602 kHz7)
Area code
Power consumption
U
STR-DE995: 300 W
STR-DE895: 265 W
Models of area code MX
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1610 kHz
CA
STR-DE995: 410 VA
STR-DE895: 365 VA
Antenna
Loop antenna
MX, E2/E3
STR-DE895: 265 W
Intermediate frequency
450 kHz
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.3 W (when “POWER SAVE” in the CUSTOMIZE
menu is set to “ON”) (page 42).
Usable sensitivity
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
999 kHz)
continued
S/N
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
Harmonic distortion 0.5 % (50 mV/m, 400 Hz)
Selectivity
At 9 kHz:
35 dB
40 dB
At 10 kHz:
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Specifications (continued)
AC outlets
Area code
U, CA
AC outlets
2 switched, 120 W/1A MAX
1 switched, 100 W MAX
E2/E3, MX
Dimensions
430 × 159 × 324 mm
(16 7/8 × 6 2/8 × 12 6/8
inches) including
projecting parts and
controls
Mass (Approx.)
STR-DE995: 10.6 kg
(23 lb 6 oz)
STR-DE895: 9.7 kg
(21 lb 7 oz)
Supplied accessories
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander (1)
• RM-PP412 (STR-DE895 models of area code
CA only)
• RM-PG412 (STR-DE995 models of area code
CA only and STR-DE895 models of area code
U, E2/E3, MX only)
• RM-LG112 (STR-DE995 models of area code U
only)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
For details on the area code of the component you
are using, see page 4.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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Tables of settings using the MAIN MENU button
You can make various settings using the MAIN MENU, MENU (STR-DE995 only) or
/
buttons (STR-DE895 only) and +/– (STR-DE995 only) or jog dial (STR-DE895 only). The tables
below show each of the settings that these buttons can make.
Press MAIN MENU
repeatedly to select
Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) Turn +/– (STR-DE995 only)
Page
or press
/
(STR-DE895
or jog dial (STR-DE895 only)
to select
only) to select
LEVEL
BAL. L I R
L +16 to R +16 (1 steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
OFF, STD, MAX
35
CENTER XXX.X dB
SURR L XXX.X dB
SURR R XXX.X dB
SB XXX.X dB
SB LEFT XXX.X dB1)2)
SB RIGHT XXX.X dB2)3)
SW XXX.X dB
D. COMP. XXX
EFFECT XXX
depends on the sound field (MIN, STD, MAX)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (0.5 dB steps)
ON, OFF
EQUALIZER
SET UP
BASS XXX.X dB
36
20
TREBLE XXX.X dB
EQUALIZER [XXX]
SUB WOOFER [XXX]
FRONT SP [XXXXX]
CTR SP [XXXXX]
SURR SP [XXXXX]
SB SP [XXX]
YES, NO
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE, SMALL, NO
LARGE, SMALL, NO
YES, NO
SB L/R [XXX]1)2)
YES, NO
FRONT X.X meter (XX feet)
between 1.0 meter and 7.0 meters
(0.1 meters steps)4)
CTR X.X meter (XX feet)
SURR X.X meter (XX feet)
SB X.X meter (XX feet)
PL. [XXXXXXXXX]
between FRONT X.X meter and 1.5 meters
(0.1 meters steps)5)
between FRONT X.X meter and 4.5 meters
(0.1 meters steps)6)
between FRONT X.X meter and 4.5 meters
(0.1 meters steps)6)
SIDE/LOW, SIDE/HIGH, BEHD/LOW,
BEHD/HIGH
1) This parameter is not available when “Surround back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])” is set to “NO”.
2) STR-DE995 only.
3) This parameter is not available when “Surround back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R [XXX])” is set to
“NO”.
4) For models of area code U, CA: between 3 feet and 23 feet (1 foot steps)
5) For models of area code U, CA: between FRONT XX feet and 5 feet (1 foot steps)
6) For models of area code U, CA: between FRONT XX feet and 15 feet (1 foot steps)
continued
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Tables of settings using the MAIN MENU button (continued)
Press MAIN MENU
repeatedly to select
Turn MENU (STR-DE995 only) Turn +/– (STR-DE995 only)
Page
or press
/
(STR-DE895
or jog dial (STR-DE895 only)
to select
only) to select
CUSTOMIZE
SB DEC [XXXXXX]
DECODE [XXX]
MATRIX, AUTO, OFF
AUTO, PCM
ON, OFF
42
POWER SAVE [XXX]
OSD H.POSI [XX]1)
OSD V.POSI [XX]1)
DIGITAL ASSIGN?
0–64
0–32
depends on the digital input
1) STR-DE995 only.
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field
The adjusted BASS and TREBLE parameters are applied to all sound fields.
<
EQUALIZER
TREBLE
>
BASS
EQUALIZER ON/OFF
2CH STEREO
A.F.D. AUTO
PRO LOGIC
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PLII MOVIE
PLII MUSIC
Neo:6 Cinema
Neo:6 Music
CINEMA ST.EX A
CINEMA ST.EX B
CINEMA ST.EX C
HALL
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JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT
HP (2CH)
HP (DIRECT)
HP (MULTI 1 or 2)
HP (THEATER)
MULTI 1 or 2 DIRECT
ANALOG DIRECT
PCM 96K
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued)
The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all the sound fields except for EFFECT parameter.
For EFFECT parameter, the settings are stored individually for each sound field.
<
LEVEL
SB1)/SB LEFT1)2)
>
FRONT CENTER SURR L SURR R
/
S.W.
D.
EFFECT
BAL
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LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL SB RIGHT1)2)3) LEVEL LEVEL COMP4) LEVEL
2CH STEREO
A.F.D. AUTO
PRO LOGIC
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PLII MOVIE
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PLII MUSIC
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Neo:6 Cinema
Neo:6 Music
z5)
z5)
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CINEMA ST.EX A
CINEMA ST.EX B
CINEMA ST.EX C
HALL
z
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z5)
z5)
z5)
JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT
HP (2CH)
HP (DIRECT)
HP (MULTI 1 or 2)
HP (THEATER)
MULTI 1 DIRECT
MULTI 2 DIRECT
ANALOG DIRECT
PCM 96K
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1) This parameter is not available when “Surround back speaker selection (SB SP [XXX])” is set to “NO”.
2) STR-DE995 only.
3) This parameter is not available when “Surround back left/right speaker selection (SB L/R [XXX])” is set to
“NO”.
4) These parameters may not operate depending on the source or adjustments. For details, see each item in
“Adjusting the level parameters” (page 35).
5) When these sound fields are selected, there is no sound output from the sub woofer if the front speaker size is set
to “LARGE”. However, sound will be output from the sub woofer if the digital input signal contains LFE
signals.
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