4-238-375-13(1)
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
GB
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. STR-DE585/DE485E/DE485
Serial No.
STR-DE585
STR-DE485E
STR-DE485
© 2002 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents
List of Button Locations and
Reference Pages
Other Operations
Naming preset stations and program
sources ........................................... 35
Recording ............................................ 35
Main unit ............................................... 5
Using the Sleep Timer ......................... 36
Adjustments using the SET UP
Hooking Up the Components
Required cords....................................... 6
Antenna hookups ................................... 7
Audio component hookups .................... 8
Video component hookups .................... 9
Digital component hookups................. 10
Multi channel input hookups1) ............. 11
Other hookups ..................................... 12
button ............................................ 36
Operations Using the Remote
RM-PP5063)
Before you use your remote ................ 38
Remote button description................... 38
Selecting the mode of the remote ........ 41
Programming the remote ..................... 42
Hooking Up and Setting Up
the Speaker System
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Speaker system hookups ..................... 13
Performing initial setup operations ..... 15
Multi channel surround setup .............. 15
Operations Using the Remote
RM-U3064)
Checking the connections.................... 20
Before you use your remote ................ 45
Remote button description................... 45
Basic Operations
Changing the factory setting of a
Selecting the component ..................... 21
Changing the display ........................... 22
function button .............................. 48
Additional Information
Enjoying Surround Sound
Precautions .......................................... 49
Automatically decoding the input
audio signal ................................... 23
Selecting a sound field ........................ 23
Using only the front speakers
(2 Channel Stereo)......................... 25
Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel
(Dolby Pro Logic II)...................... 25
Troubleshooting................................... 49
Specifications ...................................... 52
Tables of settings using SURR, LEVEL,
SET UP, BASS and TREBLE
buttons ........................................... 54
Adjustable parameters for each
Understanding the multi channel
sound field ..................................... 55
surround displays .......................... 26
Customizing sound fields .................... 27
1) STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only
2) Models of area code CEL, CEK only.
3) For STR-DE585 area code CA only.
4) Except for STR-DE585 area code CA.
Receiving Broadcasts
Storing FM stations automatically
(AUTOBETICAL)2) ...................... 30
Direct tuning ........................................ 30
Automatic tuning ................................. 31
Preset tuning ........................................ 31
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)2) .... 33
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About This Manual
Note for the supplied remote
The instructions in this manual are for models
STR-DE585, STR-DE485E and STR-DE485. Check
your model number by looking at the lower right
corner of the front panel. In this manual, the
STR-DE585 is used for illustration purposes unless
stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“STR-DE485E only”.
For RM-PP506 (STR-DE585 area code
CA only)
The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO,
AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE,
ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM
and SOURCE buttons on the remote are not
available.
For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only)
About area codes
The MULTI CH button on the remote is not
available.
The area code of the receiver you purchased is
shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see
the illustration below).
Demonstration Mode
The demonstration will activate the first time you
turn on the power. When the demonstration
starts, the following message appears in the
display:
IMPEDANCE USE
8
–
16Ω
TER
FRONT
R
L
R
L
4-XXX-XXX-XX AA
“NOW DEMONSTRATION MODE IF
YOU FINISH DEMONSTRATION
PLEASE PRESS POWER KEY WHILE
THIS MESSAGE APPEARS IN THE
DISPLAY THANK YOU”
Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the
area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for
example, “Models of area code AA only”.
To cancel the demonstration
Press ?/1 to turn the receiver off while the above
message is being displayed. The next time you
turn the receiver on, the demonstration will not
appear.
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 38-44 for RM-PP506 (STR-DE585 area code
CA only)
To view the demonstration
Hold down SET UP and press ?/1 to turn on the
power.
• pages 45-48 for RM-U306 (except for STR-DE585
area code CA)
Notes
• Running the demonstration will clear the
receiver’s memory. For details on what will be
cleared, see “Clearing the receiver's memory”
on page 15.
• There will be no sound when the
demonstration mode is activated.
• You cannot cancel demonstration if you did
not press ?/1 while the above message is
being displayed. To cancel demonstration after
the above message appears, press ?/1 twice to
activate the demonstration again. Then, press
?/1 while the above message is being
displayed.
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List of Button Locations and Reference Pages
Illustration number
r
How to use this page
Use this page to find the location of buttons
that are mentioned in the text.
NAME 8(35)
R
R
Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
FM MODE (Models of area code
CEL, CEK only) ed, (Except for
models of area code CEL, CEK)
PRESET/PTY SELECT +/–
(Models of area code CEL, CEK
only) 3(32, 33)
PRESET TUNING +/– (Except
for models of area code CEL,
CEK) 3(32, 53)
PTY (Models of area code CEL,
CEK only) ef(33)
SET UP 6(4, 16, 36, 54)
SHIFT eg(32)
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
0 – 9
2 CH wh(25)
ef(31)
INPUT MODE qg(21)
IR (receptor) 4(38, 45, 51)
LEVEL 0(20, 27, 55)
A – D
A.DEC wk(23–25)
AM (Except for models of area
code CEL, CEK) es(30, 31)
BASS +/– wg(29, 54)
CD ql(21)
CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B, C
9(23, 24)
Digital Cinema Sound (indicator)
qs(23)
M
MASTER VOLUME wd(20, 49)
MD/TAPE qj(21)
MEMORY eh(30, 32)
MENU +/– e;(16, 27, 35, 36)
MENU </> ea(16, 27, 35, 36)
MODE wj(24, 50)
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
(indicator) (Except for
SLEEP (STR-DE485E only)qf
(36)
SURR qd(27, 54)
T – Z
TREBLE +/– qh(29, 54)
TUNER ws(21, 30-32, 35)
TUNING +/– 5(31)
VIDEO 1 qk(21)
DIMMER ej(22)
DISPLAY 2(22, 33, 51)
Display qa(22)
STR-DE485E) 7(21)
MULTI CH IN (Except for
STR-DE485E) qf(21)
DVD/LD wa(21)
VIDEO 2 w;(21)
MUTING wf(21, 49)
E – L
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
N – S
NAME 8(35)
PHONES (jack) ek(21)
ENTER wl(35)
`/1 (power) 1(4, 15, 20, 29,
30, 53)
FM (Except for models of area
code CEL, CEK) ed(30, 31)
FM/AM (Models of area code
CEL, CEK only) es(30, 31)
1 23 4
5 6 7 890qaqsqdqfqgqhqjqkqlw;waws
g
ek ej ehegefedesea e;wlwkwjwh wg wf wd
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Hooking Up the Components
Required cords
A Audio cord (not supplied)
White (L)
Red (R)
White (L)
Red (R)
B Audio/video cord (not supplied)
Yellow (video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
Yellow (video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
C Video cord (not supplied)
Yellow (video)
Yellow (video)
Black
D Optical digital cord (not supplied)
Black
E Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
Orange
Orange
Black
F Monaural audio 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)
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
IN
2
MONITOR
AM
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
FM
75
Ω
COAXIAL
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO OUT
L
CENTER
SUB
R
R
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
FRONT SURROUND WOOFER
CD MD/TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
* 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.
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Audio component hookups
MD/Tape deck
INPUT OUTPUT
LINE
LINE
L
R
A
A
OUT
IN
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
IN
2
MONITOR
AM
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
FM
75
Ω
COAXIAL
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO OUT
L
CENTER
SUB
R
R
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
FRONT SURROUND WOOFER
CD MD/TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
A
OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
CD player
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Video component hookups
DVD or LD player
OUTPUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
L
R
B
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
IN
2
MONITOR
AM
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
FM
75
Ω
COAXIAL
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO OUT
L
CENTER
SUB
R
R
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
FRONT SURROUND WOOFER
CD MD/TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
OUT
IN
IN
B
B
C
B
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
INPUT OUTPUT
INPUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
TV tuner,
satellite
tuner or
VCR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
L
L
R
R
VCR
TV monitor
Note on video component
hookups
You can connect your TV’s audio output jacks
to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the
receiver and apply sound effects to the audio
from the TV. In this case, do not connect the
TV’s video output jack to the VIDEO 2
VIDEO IN jack on the receiver. If you are
connecting a separate TV tuner (or satellite
tuner), connect both the audio and video output
jacks to the receiver as shown above.
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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, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a
center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. You can also connect an LD player with an RF OUT
jack via an RF demodulator, like the Sony MOD-RF1 (not supplied).
Notes
• You cannot connect an LD player’s DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack directly to this unit’s digital input jacks.
You must first convert the RF signal to either an optical or coaxial digital signal. For details, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 49.
• All the OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks are compatible with 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 32 kHz sampling
frequencies.
TV tuner,
satellite tuner or
DVD player*
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
OUTPUT
L
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
R
D
B
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
IN
2
MONITOR
AM
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
FM
75
Ω
COAXIAL
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO OUT
L
CENTER
R
R
SUB
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
FRONT SURROUND
WOOFER
CD MD/TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
E
B
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
DVD or LD player
(etc.)*
* Make either coaxial or optical connections. We recommend making coaxial connections instead of optical
connections.
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Multi channel input hookups
STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only
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, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround
speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. 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 13 for details on speaker system hookup.
ANTENNA
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
VIDEO
IN
2
MONITOR
AM
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
FM
75
Ω
COAXIAL
DVD/LD
IN
COAXIAL
L
AUDIO OUT
L
CENTER
R
R
SUB
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
SUB
FRONT SURROUND
WOOFER
CD MD/TAPE DVD/LD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
WOOFER
MULTI CH IN
A
A
F
F
L
CENTER
R
SUB
FRONT SURROUND WOOFER
MULTI CH OUT
DVD player,
Multichannel decoder, etc.
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Other hookups
IMPEDANCE USE
8
–
16Ω
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
CENTER
FRONT
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
b
To a wall outlet
AC power cord
Setting the voltage selector
Connecting the AC power
cord
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.
Before connecting the AC power cord of this
receiver to a wall outlet, connect the speaker
system to the receiver (page 13).
Connect the AC power cord(s) of your audio/
video components to a wall outlet.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
120V
240V
220V
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Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System
Speaker system hookups
Required cords
A Speaker cords (not supplied)
(+)
(+)
(–)
(–)
B Monaural audio cord (not supplied)
Black
Black
Active sub woofer
Front speaker
(R)
Front speaker
(L)
INPUT
AUDIO
IN
E
e
e
E
B
A
A
MONITOR
VIDEO OUT
IMPEDANCE USE
8
–
16Ω
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
CENTER
FRONT
R
L
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
R
L
SUB
WOOFER
A
A
A
e
e
E
e E
E
Surround speaker Surround speaker
(R) (L)
Center speaker
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Speaker system hookup (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.
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 20.
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.
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.
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.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Examples of poor conditions of the
speaker cord
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.
Stripped speaker cord is touching another
speaker terminal.
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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 page 54. See pages
16–20 for speaker settings and pages 36-37 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.
Tip
Multi channel surround
setup
To check the audio output during settings (to set up
while outputting the sound), check the connection
(page 20).
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)
and the surround speakers up to 4.5 meters (15
feet) closer (C) 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.
This procedure is not necessary if the
demonstration activates when you turn on the
power.
The front speakers can be placed from 1.0 to
12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet) from the listening
position (A).
1 Turn off the receiver.
2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
The demonstration starts (page 4) and all of
the following items are reset or cleared:
You can place the surround speakers either
behind you or to the side, depending on the
shape of your room (etc.).
When placing surround speakers to your side
• All preset stations are reset or cleared.
B
• All sound field parameters are reset to
their factory settings.
• All index names (of preset stations and
program sources) are cleared.
A
A
45°
C
C
• All SET UP parameters are reset to
their factory settings.
90°
• The sound field memorized for each
program source and preset stations are
cleared.
20°
• The master volume is set to VOL MIN.
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Tip
Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
The setting for Micro Satellite Speaker (MICRO SP.)
has been programmed to optimize the sound balance.
If you use Sony’s Micro Satellite Speakers, select
MICRO SP.
When placing surround speakers behind you
Caution
B
When you use Micro Satellite Speakers and the
speaker size is set to “LARGE”, you may not obtain
the correct soundstage. The speaker may also be
damaged at high volume position.
A
A
45°
C
C
Specifying the speaker
parameters
90°
1 Press SET UP.
20°
2 Press MENU
or MENU
to select
Note
the parameter you want to adjust.
Do not place the center speaker farther away from the
listening position than the front speakers.
3 Press MENU + or MENU – to select the
setting you want.
Normal Speaker and Micro
Satellite Speaker
The setting is entered automatically.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set
If you are using
Select
all of the parameters that follow.
Normal Speakers
NORM. SP.
MICRO SP.
Initial settings
Micro Satellite Speakers
Parameter
Initial setting
R
L
(FRONT)
LARGE*
The speaker size and the sub woofer selection
has been preset to NORM. SP. You can adjust
the speaker size and sub woofer selection when
you select NORM. SP. (pages 17-18)
C
(CENTER)
LARGE*
LARGE*
SL
SW
SR
(SURROUND)
(SUB WOOFER) S.W. XXX YES*
To select MICRO SP., turn off the power, then
turn on again while pressing LEVEL. (To reset
to NORM. SP., do the same procedure.)
R
L
C
DIST. XX.X m (ft.)**
5.0 m (16 ft.)**
DIST. XX.X m (ft.)**
5.0 m (16 ft.)**
3.5 m (11 ft.)**
BEHD.
SL
SL
SL
SR
DIST. XX.X m (ft.)**
When you select MICRO SP., the speaker size
and sub woofer selection has been configurated
as follows:
SR
PL. XXX
SR
HGT. XXX
LOW
Speaker
Settings
SMALL
SMALL
SMALL
YES
FRONT
*
You can set this parameter only when you select
NORM. SP.
CENTER
** Models of area code U, CA only.
SURROUND
SUB WOOFER
You cannot change the configuration if you select
MICRO SP.
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SL
L
R
SR
x Surround speaker size (
)
x Front speaker size (
)
•
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
C
x Center speaker size (
)
Tip
•
•
•
If you connect a large speaker that will
*1–*3 correspond to the following Dolby Pro Logic
modes
*1 NORMAL
*2 PHANTOM
*3 3 STEREO
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”.
Tip
Internally, the LARGE and SMALL settings for each
speaker determine whether 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.
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 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 a center speaker, select
“NO”. The sound of the center channel will be
output from the front speakers.*2
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 +/– to boost the bass levels. To
adjust the bass, see page 29.
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Tip
Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
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 further
away from the listening position than the front
speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters
(15 feet) closer.
SW
x Sub woofer selection (
S.W. XXX)
•
•
If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.
If you do not connect a sub woofer, select
“NO”. This activates the bass redirection
circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other
speakers.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not
conducive to enjoy surround sound.
•
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.
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 farther
away.
L
R
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 (
DIST.
XX.X m (ft.))
Set the distance from your listening position to
the front speakers (A on page 15).
C
x Center speaker distance (
DIST.
XX.X m (ft.))
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the
sound often results in much better surround sound.
Give it a try!
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 15) to a distance
1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening
position (B on page 15).
SL
SR
x Surround speaker distance (
DIST. XX.X m (ft.))
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 15) to a
distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your
listening position (C on page 15).
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SL
SR
x Surround speaker position (
The surround speaker position parameter is designed
specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema
Sound modes with virtual elements.
PL. XXX)*
This parameter lets you specify the location of
your surround speakers for proper
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound
surround modes. Refer to the illustration below.
With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker
position 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 “PL. SIDE”.
•
•
•
Select “SIDE” if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to section A.
Select “MID” if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to section B.
Select “BEHD.” if the location of your
surround speakers corresponds to section C.
Nevertheless, each listening environment has many
variables, like wall reflections, and you may obtain
better results using “PL. BEHD.” or “PL. MID” 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 position” 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 “PL. BEHD.” and then use
the speaker distance parameter and speaker level
adjustments to obtain proper balance.
90°
A
A
60°
30°
B
B
C
C
20°
SL
SR
x Surround speaker height (
HGT. XXX)*
This parameter lets you specify the height of
your surround speaker(s) for proper
implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound
surround modes. Refer to the illustration below.
continued
•
Select “LOW” if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to section A.
•
Select “HIGH” if the location of your surround
speakers corresponds to section B.
B
A
B
A
60
30
*
These parameters are not available when
SL
SR
)” is set to
“Surround speaker size (
“NO”.
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Multi channel surround setup
(continued)
Checking the connections
After connecting all of your components to the
receiver, do the following to verify that the
connections were made correctly.
Adjusting the speaker level
Use the remote while seated in your listening
position to adjust the level of each speaker.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2 Turn on the component that you
connected (e.g., CD player or tape
deck).
Note
The receiver incorporates a new test tone with a
frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker level
adjustment.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
3 Press the function button to select the
component (program source).
2 Press TEST TONE on the remote.
“T. TONE” appears in the display and you
will hear the test tone from each speaker in
sequence.
4 Start playing.
If you do not obtain normal sound output after
performing this procedure, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 49 and take the
appropriate measures to correct the problem.
3 Adjust the LEVEL parameters so that
the level of the test tone from each
speaker sounds the same when you are
in your main listening position.
Press LEVEL to adjust the balance and
level of speakers. For details on the LEVEL
menu, see pages 27 and 28.
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. Turn MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or
press MASTER VOL +/– on the remote.
Notes
• The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is
set to MULTI CH IN (STR-DE585 and
STR-DE485 only).
• 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.
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Basic Operations
Select
To
OPT IN
Specify the digital audio
signals input to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL input
jacks.
Selecting the component
Function buttons
ANALOG
Specify the analog audio
signals input to the AUDIO
IN (L/R) jacks.
Press the function button to select the
component you want to use.
To select
Press
Note
VCR
VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2
VIDEO 2
DVD/LD
MD/TAPE
CD
If 96 kHz digital signal is input, the tone, sound field
and surround parameters do not function.
TV tuner or satellite tuner
DVD or LD player
MD or Tape deck
CD player
MULTI CH IN
(STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only)
Press MULTI CH IN to enjoy the audio source
connected to the MULTI CH IN jacks. You can
adjust balance and level of all the speakers. When
this function is on, the tone and surround effects
are turned off.
Built in tuner
TUNER
After turning on the component you selected,
select the component and play the program
source.
•
After selecting VCR, DVD player, or LD
player, turn on the TV and set the TV’s video
input to match the component you selected.
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
Indicator
(STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only)
INPUT MODE
This indicator lights up when the unit is
decoding signals recorded in a multi channel
format.
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.
MUTING
Press MUTING to mute the sound. The muting
function is canceled when you turn the power
on or turn the MASTER VOLUME clockwise
to turn the volume up.
Select
To
AUTO IN
Give priority to digital
signals when there are both
digital and analog
connections. If there are no
digital signals, analog is
selected.
PHONES
Use to connect headphones.
COAX IN
Specify the digital audio
signals input to the
DIGITAL COAXIAL input
jacks.
•
When the headphones are connected, speaker
output is automatically canceled and “SP. OFF”
lights up in the display.
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Changing the display
DISPLAY
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Index name of the component* t Selected
component t Sound field applied to the
program source
When the tuner is selected
Index name of the preset station* or program
station name** t Frequency t Program type
indication** t Radio text** t Current
time** t Sound field applied to the band or
the preset station
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the component or preset station (page 35).
Index name does not appear when only blank
spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the
function.
**During RDS reception only. (Models of area code
CEL, CEK only. See page 33).
DIMMER
Press DIMMER repeatedly to adjust the
brightness of the display (3 steps).
However, when you press any button, the
display becomes the brightest setting
temporary.
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Enjoying Surround Sound
Sound field
Display
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 your
speakers. See “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 15 to set the speaker
Normal Surround
Cinema Studio EX A
Cinema Studio EX B
Cinema Studio EX C
Hall
NORM.SURR.
C.ST.EX A DCS
C.ST.EX B DCS
C.ST.EX C DCS
HALL
Jazz Club
JAZZ
Live Concert
Game
CONCERT
GAME
parameters before enjoying surround sound.
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
The sound fields with DCS mark use DCS
technology. When these sound fields are
selected, “Digital Cinema Sound” indicator in
the display lights up.
Automatically decoding
the input audio signal
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.
Press A.DEC.
“AUTO DEC.” appears in the display.
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).
Enjoying movies with Cinema
Studio EX
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.
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.
Selecting a sound field
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 CINEMA STUDIO EX A, B or C.
The selected sound field is indicated in the
display.
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Selecting a sound field (continued)
You can select Cinema Studio EX by pressing MODE
repeatedly.
x C.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.
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.
•
Selecting other sound fields
x C.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.
Press MODE repeatedly to select the
sound field you want.
The current sound field is indicated in the
display.
x NORM.SURR. (Normal Surround)
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.
x C.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
About Cinema Studio EX
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular
concert hall.
Cinema Studio EX consists of the following
three elements.
• Virtual Multi Dimension
x JAZZ (Jazz Club)
Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener from a single pair of
actual surround speakers.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
x CONCERT (Live Concert)
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live
concert.
• 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.
x GAME
Obtains maximum audio impact from video
game software.
To turn the surround effect off
Press A.DEC or 2CH.
• Cinema Studio Reverberation
Reproduces the reverberations peculiar to a
movie theater.
Cinema Studio EX is the integrated mode
which operates these elements simultaneously.
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Tips
Enjoying stereo sound in
multi channel
• 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” as the sound field, change to a
different program source, then return to CD,
“JAZZ” will be applied again.
• You can identify the encoding format of program
sofware by looking at its packaging.
Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the
(Dolby Pro Logic II)
(STR-DE585 only)
The receiver can reproduce the stereo sound in
multi channel through Dolby Pro Logic II. You
can activate the decoder using the SET UP
menu. For details, see pages 36-37.
logo, and Dolby Surround encoded programs are
labeled with the
logo.
• 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.
Using only the front
speakers (2 Channel Stereo)
Press 2CH.
“2CH ST.” appears in the display.
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.
Notes
•
No sound is output from the sub woofer when
“2CH ST.” is selected. To listen to 2 channel
(stereo) sources using the front left and right
speakers and a sub woofer, press A.DEC to select
“AUTO DEC.”
•
When you select “Micro Satellite Speaker” (page
16), internal sound processor will automatically
redirect bass sound to sub woofer. If you want to
listen to two channel (stereo) sources under this
setting, we recommend that you choose “AUTO
DEC.” mode so that you can take advantage of
your sub woofer to obtain the correct bass signal.
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Understanding the multi channel surround displays
qa qs
1
2
3
4
5
DTS MPEG
D.RANGE
MONO RDS
STEREO
PRO LOGIC
DIGITAL
a
MEMORY
SW
SP. OFF OPT COAX
L
C
L F E
S
R
8
7
6
SL
SR
0
9
1 ; DIGITAL: Lights up when the receiver is
decoding signals recorded in the Dolby
Digital format.
6 D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range
compression is activated. See page 28 to
adjust the dynamic range compression.
2 PRO LOGIC: Lights up when the receiver
applies Pro Logic processing to 2 channel
signals in order to output the center and
surround channel signals. However, this
indicator does not light if the center and
surround speakers are set to “NO”, and
“AUTO DEC.” or “NORM.SURR.” is
selected.
7 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the
COAXIAL terminal.
8 OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a
digital signal being input through the
OPTICAL terminal.
9 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 “C.ST.EX”, the
receiver adds reverberation based on the
source sound.
Note
Pro Logic decoding does not function for MPEG
format signals.
3 DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input.
Note
When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that
you have made digital connections and that
INPUT MODE is NOT set to “ANALOG”
(page 21).
L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center
(monaural)), SL (Surround Left), SR
(Surround Right), S (Surround (monaural or
the surround components obtained by Pro
Logic processing)).
4 MPEG: Lights up when MPEG signals are
input.
Example:
Note
Recording format (Front /Surround): 3/2
Output channel: Surround speakers absent
Sound Field: AUTO DEC.
Only the front 2 channels are compatible with
MPEG format. Multi channel surround sound is
downmixed and output from the front 2 channels.
5 Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See
pages 30–34 for tuner operations.
L
C
R
SL
SR
Note
“RDS” only appears for models of area code
CEL, CEK only.
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3 Press MENU + or MENU – to select the
L F E
0
: Lights up when the disc being
setting you want.
played back contains the LFE (Low
Frequency Effect) channel and when the
sound of the LFE channel signal is actually
being reproduced.
The setting is entered automatically.
Initial settings
Parameter
Initial setting
qa SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is
set to “YES” (page 18) and the audio signal is
output from the SUB WOOFER jacks.
EFFECT
(depends on the sound field)
qs SP. OFF: Lights up when headphones are
Effect level (EFFECT)
Lets you adjust the “presence” of the current
surround effect.
inserted.
Customizing sound fields
Adjusting the level
parameters
By adjusting the surround parameters and the
tone characteristics of the front speakers, you
can customize the sound fields to suit your
particular listening situation.
The LEVEL menu contains parameters that let
you adjust the balance and volumes of each
speaker. The settings are applied to all sound
fields.
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.
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multi channel surround
sound.
See the tables on page 55 for the parameters
available in each sound field.
2 Press LEVEL.
The button lights up and the first parameter
is displayed.
To get the most from multi
channel surround sound
3 Press MENU
or MENU
to select
the parameter you want to adjust.
Position your speakers and do the procedures
described in “Multi channel surround setup”
starting from page 15 before you customize a
sound field.
4 Press MENU + or MENU – to select the
setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
continued
Adjusting the surround
parameter
The SURR menu contains parameter that let
you customize various aspects of the current
sound field. The settings are stored individually
for each sound field.
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multi channel surround
sound.
2 Press SURR.
The button lights up and the first parameter
is displayed.
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•
•
For LFE mix level, “0 dB” outputs the full LFE
signal at the mix level determined by the
recording engineer.
Customizing sound field (continued)
Initial settings
To mute the sound of the LFE channel from the
sub woofer, select “OFF”. However, the low
frequency sounds of the front, center, or
surround speakers are output from the sub
woofer according to the settings made for each
speaker in the speaker setup (pages 15–18).
Parameter
Initial setting
R
L
BAL. L/R XXX*
BALANCE
CTR XXX dB*
SUR.L. XXX dB*
SUR.R. XXX dB*
S.W. XXX dB*
L.F.E. XXX dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
OFF
Dynamic range compressor (
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.
D. RANGE
D. RANGE
COMP. XXX
* The parameters can be adjusted separately for
MULTI CH IN (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only).
R
•
To reproduce the sound track with no
compression, select “OFF”.
Front balance (
L
BAL. L/R XXX)
Lets you adjust the balance between front left
and right speakers.
•
To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic
range intended by the recording engineer, select
“STD”.
Center level (CTR XXX dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker.
•
•
To compress the dynamic range in small steps
to achieve the sound you desire, select “0.1”–
“0.9”.
Surround left level (SUR.L. XXX dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the surround left
speaker.
To reproduce a dramatic compression of the
dynamic range, select “MAX”.
Surround right level (SUR.R. XXX dB)
Note
Lets you adjust level of the surround right
speaker.
Dynamic range compression is possible with Dolby
Digital sources only.
Sub woofer level (S.W. XXX dB)
Lets you adjust the level of the sub woofer.
LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix
level (L.F.E. XXX dB)
Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low
Frequency Effect) channel output from the sub
woofer without effecting the level of the bass
frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the
front, center or surround channels via the
Dolby Digital or DTS bass redirection
circuitry.
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Adjusting the bass and treble
The BASS +/– and TREBLE +/– button lets
you adjust the tone (bass or treble) of the front
speakers for optimum sound. You can adjust
the tone for each separate sound field.
1 Start playing a program source
encoded with multi channel surround
sound.
2 Press BASS +/– or TREBLE +/– to
adjust the tone.
The setting is stored automatically.
Initial settings
Parameter
BASS
Initial setting
0 dB
TREB.
0 dB
BASS (Bass)
Lets you adjust the bass tone.
TREB. (Treble)
Lets you adjust the treble tone.
Resetting customized sound
fields to the factory settings
1 If the power is on, press ?/1 to turn off
the power.
2 Hold down MODE and press ?/1.
“SF. CLR.” appears in the display and all
sound fields are reset at once.
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Receiving Broadcasts
Notes
Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you
have connected FM and AM antennas to the
receiver (page 7).
• Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied
remote during autobetical operation.
• If you move to another area, repeat this procedure
to store stations in your new area.
• For details on tuning the stored stations, see page
32.
Storing FM stations
automatically
• If you move the antenna after storing stations with
this procedure, the stored settings may no longer be
valid. If this happens, repeat this procedure to store
the stations again.
(AUTOBETICAL)
Direct tuning
(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
This function lets you store up to 30 FM and
FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without
redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the
stations with the clearest signals.
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 38–44 for remote
RM-PP506 and pages 45–48 for remote
RM-U306.
If you want to store FM or AM stations one by
one, see “Presetting radio stations” on page 32.
1 Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver.
1 Press TUNER on the remote.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to
turn the receiver back on.
2 Press FM* or AM* to select the FM or
“AUTO-BETICAL SELECT” appears in
the display and the receiver scans and stores
all the FM and FM RDS stations in the
broadcast area.
AM band.
3 Press D. TUNING on the remote.
4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
For RDS stations, the tuner first checks for
stations broadcasting the same program,
then stores only the one with the clearest
signal. The selected RDS stations are sorted
alphabetically by their Program Service
name, then assigned a 2-character preset
code. For more details on RDS, see page 33.
Regular FM stations are assigned
frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
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.)
b
b
b
2-character preset codes and stored after the
RDS station.
1
3
5
0
If you cannot tune in a station and the
entered numbers flash
Make sure you’ve entered the right
When done, “FINISH” appears in the
display momentarily and the receiver
returns to the normal operation.
frequency. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4.
If the entered numbers still flash, the
frequency is not used in your area.
* For models of area code CEL, CEK: FM/AM.
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5 If you’ve tuned in an AM station, adjust
the direction of the AM loop antenna for
optimum reception.
Automatic tuning
If you don’t know the frequency of the station
you want, you can let the receiver scan all
available stations in your area.
6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 to receive another
station.
Tips
1 Press TUNER.
• If you do not remember the precise frequency, press
TUNING + or TUNING – after entering the value
close to the frequency you want. The receiver
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press FM** or AM** to select the FM or
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.
AM band.
3 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high;
press TUNING – to scan from high to low.
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
When the receiver reaches either end of
the band
Scanning is repeated in the same direction.
The tuning scale differs depending on the area code
as shown in the following table. For details on area
codes, see page 4.
4 To continue scanning, press TUNING +
Area code
FM
AM
or TUNING – again.
U, CA
100 kHz 10 kHz*
** For models of area code CEL, CEK: FM/AM.
AU, SP, CEL, CEK, TW 50 kHz
E2/E3, MX, AR 50 kHz
9 kHz
9 kHz*
Preset tuning
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 53).
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 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.
Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to
preset them by performing steps on “Presetting
radio stations” (page 32).
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Preset tuning (continued)
Tuning to preset stations
You can tune the preset stations by either of the
following two ways.
Presetting radio stations
Scanning the preset stations
1 Press TUNER.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station that you want to
preset using Direct Tuning (page 30) or
Automatic Tuning (page 31).
2 Press PRESET TUNING +* or PRESET
TUNING –* repeatedly to select the
preset station you want.
3 Press MEMORY.
Each time you press the button, the receiver
tunes in one preset station at a time, in the
corresponding order and direction as
follows:
“MEMORY” appears in the display for a few
seconds.
Do steps 4 to 6 before “MEMORY” goes out.
4 Press SHIFT to select a memory page
nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N
(A, B or C).
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A”,
“B”, or “C” appears in the display.
nC0˜...C2˜C1N
* For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/PTY
SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT –.
5 Press PRESET TUNING +* or PRESET
TUNING –* to select a preset number.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you press
the preset number, start again from step 3.
Using the preset codes
Use the supplied remote to perform the
following operations. For details on the buttons
used in this section, see pages 38-44 for remote
RM-PP506 and pages 45-48 for remote
RM-U306.
6 Press MEMORY again to store the
station.
If “MEMORY” goes out before you can
store the station, start again from step 3.
1 Press TUNER on the remote.
7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to preset another
station.
The last received station is tuned in.
* For models of area code CEL, CEK: PRESET/
PTY SELECT + or PRESET/PTY SELECT –.
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.
To change a preset number to
another station
Do steps 1 to 6 to preset a new station to the
number.
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Notes
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
• If there is an emergency announcement by
government authorities, “ALARM” flashes in the
display.
• When the message consists of 9 characters or more,
the message scrolls across the display.
• If a station does not provide a particular RDS
service, “NO XXX” (such as “NO PTY”) appears in
the display.
(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
This receiver also allows you to use RDS
(Radio Data System), which enables radio
stations to send additional information along
with the regular program signal. You can use
the following convenient RDS features:
Scanning preset stations by
program type
– Displaying RDS information
You can tune in preset stations according to a
program type that you specify. The receiver
scans for stations in its preset memory currently
broadcasting the specified program type.
– Scanning preset stations by program type
Note that RDS is operable only for FM
stations.*
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they provide the same types of services. If you are
not familiar with the RDS services in your area,
check with your local radio stations for details.
1 Press PTY.
2 Press PRESET/PTY SELECT + or
PRESET/PTY SELECT – to select the
program type.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
See the table below for the information on
each program type.
Simply select a station on the FM band
using direct tuning (page 30), automatic
tuning (page 31), or preset tuning (page 31).
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the RDS indicator lights up and the
program station name normally appears in the
display.
3 Press PTY.
While the receiver is scanning stations,
“SEARCH” and the programme type are
displayed alternately.
When the receiver finds a station, the
receiver stops scanning. When the receiver
could not find any preset stations currently
broadcasting the specified program type,
“NO PTY” appears in the display.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned
to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal strength is weak.
continued
Displaying RDS information
While receiving an RDS station, press
DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, RDS
information on the display changes cyclically
as follows:
Program Station name t Frequency t
Program Type indicationa) t
Radio Text indicationb) t Current Time
indication (in 24-hour system) t Sound field
currectly applied
a) Type of program being broadcast (page 34).
b) Text messages sent by the RDS station.
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Using the Radio Data System (RDS)
(continued)
Program type
indication
Description
PHONE IN
TRAVEL
LEISURE
Programs where members of the
public express their views by
phone or in a public forum
Description of program types
Program type
indication
Description
Programs about travel. Not for
announcements that are located by
TP/TA
NEWS
News programs
AFFAIRS
Topical programs that expand
on current news
Programs on recreational activities
such as gardening, fishing,
cooking, etc.
INFO
Programs offering information on
a wide spectrum of subjects,
including consumer affairs and
medical advice
JAZZ
Jazz programs
COUNTRY
NATION M
Country music programs
Programs featuring the popular
music of the country or region
SPORT
Sports programs
EDUCATE
Educational programs, such as
“how-to” and advice programs
OLDIES
Programs featuring oldies music
Folk music programs
FOLK M
DOCUMENT
NONE
DRAMA
Radio plays and serials
Investigative features
CULTURE
Programs about national or
regional culture, such as language
and social concerns
Any programs not defined above
SCIENCE
VARIED
Programs about the natural
sciences and technology
Other types of programs such as
celebrity interviews, panel games,
and comedy
POP M
Popular music programs
Rock music programs
Easy Listening
ROCK M
EASY M
LIGHT M
Instrumental, vocal, and choral
music
CLASSICS
OTHER M
Performances of major orchestras,
chamber music, opera, etc.
Music that does not fit into any
categories above, such as Rhythm
& Blues and Reggae
WEATHER
FINANCE
Weather information
Stock market reports and trading,
etc.
CHILDREN
SOCIAL
Programs for children
Programs about people and the
things that affect them
RELIGION
Programs of religious content
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Other Operations
4 Press ENTER.
5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to assign index
name for another station or program
source.
Naming preset stations
and program sources
Note
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.
(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)
You cannot change the name of an RDS station.
Recording
Before you begin, make sure you’ve connected
all components properly.
Recording on an audio tape
or MiniDisc
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.
1 To name a preset station
Press TUNER.
1 Select the component to be recorded.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD
player.
The last station you received is tuned in.
If you are not familiar with how to tune in
preset stations, see “Tuning to preset
stations” on page 32.
3 Insert a blank tape or MD into the
recording deck and adjust the
recording level, if necessary.
To name a program source
Select the program source (component)
to be named.
4 Start recording on the recording deck,
then start playback on the playback
component.
2 Press NAME.
3 Create an index name by using MENU +
or MENU – and MENU
or MENU
:
Notes
Press MENU + or MENU – to select a
character, then press MENU to move the
cursor to the next position.
• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output
from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• When MULTI CH IN is selected, the analog audio
signals of the current function is output from the
REC OUT jack (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485
only).
To insert a space
Press MENU + or MENU – until a blank
space appears in the display.
continued
If you’ve made a mistake
Press MENU or MENU repeatedly
until the character to be changed flashes,
then press MENU + or MENU – to select
the right character.
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Recording (continued)
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
Recording on a video tape
You can record from a VCR, a TV, a DVD
player or an LD 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 LD
player if you need help.
Press SLEEP on the front panel (STR-
DE485E only) or on the remote while the
power is on.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00
t OFF
1 Select the program source to be
recorded.
The display dims after you have specified the
time.
2 Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert the laser disc you want
to record into the LD player.
Tips
• You can freely specify the time. After pressing
SLEEP, specify the time you want using the MENU
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR
(VIDEO 1) for recording.
/
or MENU +/– on the receiver. The sleep
time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can specify
up to 5 hours.
• To check the remaining time before the receiver
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time
appears in the display.
4 Start recording on the recording VCR,
then start playing the video tape or
laser disc 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 laser
disc. 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.
Adjustments using the SET
UP button
The SET UP button allows you to make the
following adjustments.
1 Press SET UP.
Notes
• Make sure to make both digital and analog
connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD/LD inputs.
Analog recording is not possible if you make only
digital connections.
• When MULTI CH IN is selected analog audio
signals of the current function is output from the
REC OUT jacks (STR-DE585 and STR-DE485
only).
2 Press MENU
or MENU
to select
the parameter you want to adjust.
3 Press MENU + or MENU – to select the
setting you want.
The setting is entered automatically.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set
all of the parameters that follow.
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Initial settings
Parameter
Initial setting
AV2
C.MODE.AVX
*
PRO LOGIC
II MOVIE
* STR-DE585 only
x Selecting the command mode of the
remote (C.MODE.AVX)
Lets you select the command mode of the
remote. Change the command mode when you
use 2 Sony receivers in the same room.
PRO LOGIC
x 2ch decode mode (
)
Lets you specify the type of decoding for the 2
channel source. This receiver incorporates with
Dolby Pro Logic II which has movie mode and
music mode, and the receiver can reproduce the
2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through Dolby
Pro Logic II.
• When set to “DOLBY PL”, the receiver
performs the Pro logic decoding. The source
recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4
channels.
• When set to “II MOVIE”, the receiver
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.
• When set to “II MUSIC”, the receiver
performs the Pro Logic II music mode
decoding. This setting is ideal for the normal
stereo sources, such as CDs.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic II does not function for DTS or
MPEG format signals.
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Operations Using the Remote RM-PP506
For STR-DE585 area code CA only
You can use the remote RM-PP506 to operate
the components in your system.
Remote button
description
? / 1
AV ? / 1
SLEEP
Before you use your
remote
USE MODE
SYSTEM
STANDBY
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD
TV/SAT
PHONO
AUX
MD/TAPE CD/SACD TUNER
Inserting batteries into the
remote
AV1
AV2
3RD
2ND ROOM
MONITOR
1
2
3
(SOURCE)
TV/VIDEO
INPUT MODE
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.
4
7
5
8
0
6
9
SEARCH
MODE
AUDIO
SPLIT
WIDE
ANT
CLEAR
– /– –
SHIFT
>10
ENTER
TV/VTR
DISC
D.TUNING
/11
/10
/12
JUMP
– SUB CH +
POSITION SWAP
m
M
.
>
D. SKIP/
MUTING
P IN P
–
VOL
+
CH/PRESET
X
x
n
N
SOUND FIELD
AUTO DEC
MODE
2CH
PRESET
EQ/
TONE
AV
DISPLAY
TEST
TONE
NIGHT
MODE
MULTI/2CH
A. DIRECT
AV
MENU
ON
SCREEN
TITLE/
GUIDE
MUTING
Tip
MASTER
VOL
MAIN
MENU
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.
ENTER/
EXEC
EXIT/
RETURN
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
SLEEP
Receiver
Receiver
Activates the sleep
function and the duration
which the receiver turns
off automatically.
?/1
Turns the receiver on or off.
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Button
Operations Function
Receiver Press to select NIGHT
Remote
Button
Operations Function
NIGHT
MODE
VIDEO 1 Receiver
VIDEO 2 Receiver
VIDEO 3 Receiver
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
MODE.
EQ/TONE Receiver
EQ ON/OFF.
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
MULTI/
2CH A.
DIRECT
Receiver
Selects MULTI CH IN.
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 2)
ON
SCREEN
Receiver
To display the menus of
the receiver on the TV
screen.
DVD/LD
TV/SAT
AUX
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
To watch DVD or laser
disc.
To watch TV programs
or satellite receiver.
MUTING Receiver
Mutes the sound from the
receiver.
To listen to an audio
equipment.
U/u
Receiver
Receiver
Selects a menu item.
I/i
Makes adjustment or
change the setting.
MD/TAPE Receiver
CD/SACD Receiver
To listen to Minidisc
or audio tape.
MAIN
Receiver
Press this button
To listen to compact disc.
MENU
repeatedly to select one
of the four cursor modes:
SURR, LEVEL, SET UP
and NAME.
TUNER
Receiver
To listen to radio
programs.
PHONO
Receiver
Receiver
To listen to turntable.
INPUT
MODE
Selects input mode for
your digital components.
MASTER Receiver
VOL +/–
Adjusts the master
volume of the receiver.
AUDIO
SPLIT
Receiver
Receiver
To assign the audio input
for each function.
AV ?/1
TV/VCR/
CD player/
VCD player/ off.
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
Turns the audio and
video components on or
SHIFT
Press repeatedly to select
a memory page for
presetting radio stations
or tuning to preset
stations.
DAT deck
SYSTEM Receiver/
STANDBY TV/VCR/
Turns off the receiver and
other Sony audio/video
D.TUNING Receiver
AUTO DEC Receiver
MODE +/– Receiver
Tuner station direct key-
in-mode.
(Press
Satellite tuner/ components.
Selects AUTO
DECODING mode.
AV ?/1
and ?/1
at the
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
Selects sound field mode.
Selects 2CH mode.
same time) DVD player/
MD deck/
2CH
Receiver
Receiver
PRESET
Selects preset sound field
(e.g. Cinema Studio
EX A, B, C)
DAT deck/
Tape deck
TEST
Receiver
Press to output test tone.
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Remote Button Description
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Remote
Button
Operations Function
D.SKIP /
CH/
Receiver
Scans and selects preset
stations.
Remote
Button
Operations Function
PRESET
+/–
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Selects preset channels.
0–9
Receiver
Use with “SHIFT” button
to select tuner preset
station numeric input
during DIRECT
TUNING or MEMORY
mode.
CD player/
VCD player/ changer only).
DVD player/
Skips discs (multi-disc
MD deck
N
VCR/
Starts play.
CD player/
Selects track numbers.
VCD player/ 0 selects track 10.
LD player/
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
MD deck/
DAT deck
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Selects channel numbers.
ENTER
TV/VCR/
After selecting a channel,
X
VCR/
CD player/
VCD player/ with components in
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
Pauses play or record.
(Also starts recording
Satellite tuner/ disc or track using the
VCD player/ numeric buttons, press to
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
enter the value.
record standby.)
>10
CD player/
Selects track numbers
VCD player/ over 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
x
VCR/
Stops play.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
Tape deck
m/M CD player/
Searches tracks
VCD player/ (forward or backward).
DVD player/
VCR/
Fastforwards or
rewinds.
AV
TV/VCR/
Selects information
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
DISPLAY VCD player/ displayed on the TV
LD player/
DVD player
screen.
TITLE/
GUIDE
VCR/Satellite Displays title and guide.
tuner/
DVD player
./> VCR/
Skips tracks.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
AV
MENU
VCR/Satellite Displays menu.
tuner/
DVD player
DAT deck/
Tape deck
U/u/I/i VCR/Satellite Selects a menu item.
tuner/
DVD player
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Button
Operations Function
Remote
Button
Operations Function
ENTER/ VCR/Satellite Enters the selection.
MUTING TV
(with
Mutes the sound from
TV.
EXEC
tuner/
DVD player
PAUSE)
P IN P*
TV
Activates the picture-in-
picture function.
EXIT/
RETURN tuner/
DVD player
VCR/Satellite Returns to the previous
menu or exits the menu.
USE
MODE
Remote
Remote
Use to program the
remote.
n
Tape deck
Starts play on the reverse
side.
AV 1
Selects the mode of the
remote.
ANT
VCR
Selects output signal
TV/ VTR
from aerial terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
AV 2
3RD
DISC
CD player/
Selects discs (multi-disc
VCD player changer only).
2ND ROOM
SOURCE Remote
Selects 2ND AV output.
O
VCD player Press to go back to the
previous menu.
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture
function.
TV/
VIDEO
TV/VCR
Selects input signal: TV
input or video input.
-/--
TV/VCR
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.
SEARCH DVD player Selects searching mode.
MODE
Therefore, depending on the component the above
operation may not be possible or may operate
differently than described.
CLEAR
DVD player Press if you made a
mistake when you press
the number button.
• The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO, AUDIO
SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE, ON SCREEN,
/10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM and SOURCE
functions are not available for set operation.
MONITOR TV
Press to activate TV
control buttons. Press
again to restore original
category.
WIDE
JUMP
TV
TV
Selects the wide picture
mode.
Selecting the mode of the
remote
Toggles between the
previous and the current
channels.
Set the remote mode using the USE MODE
button and the remote mode buttons.
SUB
CH+/–*
TV
Selects preset channels
for the small picture.
POSITION* TV
Changes the position of
the small picture.
Selecting the command mode
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.
SWAP*
TV
TV
Swaps the small and
the large picture.
VOL
+/–*
Adjusts the volume of the
TV.
Press 1 (AV1) (or 2 (AV2)) while pressing
down USE MODE
The indicator lights once (twice for AV2) , then
the command mode switches.
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Selecting the mode of the remote
(continued)
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
numeric code (or one of the codes if
more than one code exists)
To check the mode of the remote
Press USE MODE. You can check the remote
by the indicator.
corresponding to the component and
the maker of the component you want
to control.
See the tables on pages 43 and 44 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.)
Mode
AV1
AV2
Indicator lights
once
twice
To reset the remote to factory
settings
4 Press ENTER.
Press =/1, AV =/1, and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.
The indicator lights 3 times, then goes off.
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the indicator slowly flashes twice and the
remote automatically exits the programming
mode.
Programming the remote
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other
components.
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 cancel programming
Press USE MODE during any step. The remote
automatically exits the programming mode.
To activate the function after
programming.
Press the programmed button to activate the
function you want.
Futhermore, 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.
Note
When you assign a component to the MONITOR
button, you can operate the programmed component
without changing the function of the receiver.
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 function button (including
MONITOR) for the component you want
to control.
• In step 2, if several function buttons are pressed,
only the last pressed button is valid.
• In step 3, if a function button is pressed, the new
function is selected and the programming
procedure returns to the beginning of step 3.
• For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers
entered are valid.
For example, if you are going to control a
CD player, press CD/SACD.
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To clear the memory of the remote
To control a DAT deck
To clear all programmed and learned signals,
do the following to reset the remote to factory
settings.
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
203
219
PIONEER
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at
the same time.
The indicator flashes 3 times, then goes off.
To control an MD deck
Maker
Code(s)
The numeric codes corresponding to
the component and the maker of the
component
SONY
301
302
303
304
DENON
JVC
KENWOOD
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 control a tape deck
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
201, 202
204, 205
206, 207, 208, 209
210
DENON
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
KENWOOD
NAKAMICHI
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
Notes
216
• 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 functions on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
211, 212
213, 214
215, 216
217, 218
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
To control an LD player
To control a CD player
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
101, 102, 103
104, 123
105, 106, 107
108, 109, 110
111, 116
116
SONY
601, 602, 603
606
SONY
PIONEER
DENON
JVC
To control a video CD player
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
ONKYO
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
605
112, 113, 114
115
continued
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
116
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
117
115, 118, 119
120, 121, 122
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Programming the remote (continued)
To control a TV
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
501
To control a VCR
DAEWOO
504, 505, 506, 507, 515,
544
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
701, 702, 703, 704, 705,
706
FISHER
508
GOLDSTAR
503, 511, 512, 515, 534,
544
AIWA
710, 750, 757, 758
707, 708, 709, 759
740
AKAI
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
517, 534
BLAUPUNKT
EMERSON
513, 514, 515, 544
521, 522
711, 712, 713, 714, 715,
716, 750
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
516
FISHER
717, 718, 719, 720
721, 722, 730
723, 753
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
503, 518, 544
503, 519, 544
503, 520, 544
509, 524
GENERAL ELECTRIC
GOLDSTAR
GRUNDIG
724
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
HITACHI
722, 725, 729, 741
717
515, 518
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
PIONEER
509, 525, 526, 540
510, 527, 528, 529, 544
726, 727, 728, 736
730, 731, 738
732, 733, 734, 735
736
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
503, 515, 531, 532, 533,
534, 544
SANYO
508, 545
PANASONIC
729, 730, 737, 738, 739,
740
SHARP
535
TELEFUNKEN
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
523, 536, 537, 538
530, 537, 539
535, 540, 541
542, 543
PHILIPS
729, 730, 731
729
PIONEER
RCA/PROSCAN
722, 729, 730, 731, 741,
747
SAMSUNG
SANYO
742, 743, 744, 745
717, 720, 746
748, 749
To control a satellite tuner or cable
box
SHARP
TELEFUNKEN
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
751, 752
Maker
Code(s)
747, 755, 756
754
SONY
801, 802, 803
JERROLD/G.I.
806, 807, 808, 809, 810,
811, 812, 813, 814
PANASONIC
RCA
818
To control a DVD player
804, 805
815, 816, 817
Maker
Code(s)
S. ATLANTA
SONY
401
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
TOSHIBA
DENON
402, 406
407
403
404
405
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Operations Using the Remote RM-U306
Except for STR-DE585 area code CA
You can use the remote RM-U306 to operate
the components in your system.
Remote button
description
AV
?/1
Before you use your
remote
?/1
SLEEP
SYSTEM
STANDBY
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
CD
DVD/LD
MD/TAPE
TUNER
Inserting batteries into the
remote
TOP MENU
DVD MENU
F
1
2
5
8
0
3
g
G
ENTER
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.
4
6
O
9
f
7
SHIFT
D.TUNING
>10
-
ENTER
RETURN
+
>
–
.
CH/PRESET
TV/VIDEO
ANT
TV/VTR
]
m
N
M
D.SKIP
}
}
]
X
x
SOUND FIELD
MODE
2CH
A.DEC
TEST TONE
MAIN MENU
MULTI CH
MENU
MUTING
Tip
MASTER
VOL
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.
TV VOL
TV CH
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
SLEEP
Receiver
Activates the sleep
function and the duration
which the receiver turns
off automatically.
?/1
Receiver
Turns the receiver on or
off.
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Remote button description
(continued)
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
MASTER Receiver
VOL +/–
Adjusts the master
volume of the receiver.
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
AV ?/1 TV/VCR/
Turns the audio and
video components on or
VIDEO 1 Receiver
VIDEO 2 Receiver
DVD/LD Receiver
MD/TAPE Receiver
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 3)
CD player/
VCD player/ off.
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
To watch VCR.
(VTR mode 1)
To watch DVD or laser
disc.
DAT deck
SYSTEM Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver and
STANDBY VCR/Satellite other Sony audio/video
(Press AV tuner/
To listen to Minidisc or
audio tape.
components
CD
Receiver
Receiver
To listen to compact disc.
?/1 and CD player/
TUNER
To listen to radio
programs.
?/1 at
VCD player/
the same LD player/
time)
0-9
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
SHIFT
Receiver
Press repeatedly to select
a memory page for
presetting radio stations
or tuning to preset
stations.
Receiver
Use with “SHIFT” button
to select tuner preset
station numeric input
during DIRECT
TUNING or MEMORY
mode.
D.TUNING Receiver
Tuner station direct key-
in-mode.
A.DEC
Receiver
Select AUTO
DECODING mode.
MODE
2CH
Receiver
Receiver
Receiver
Selects sound field mode.
Selects 2CH mode.
CD player/
VCD player/ 0 selects track 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck
Selects track numbers.
TEST
TONE
Press to output test tone.
MAIN
MENU
Receiver
Press this button
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Selects channel numbers.
repeatedly to select one
of the four cursor modes:
SURR, LEVEL, SET UP
and NAME.
>10
CD player/
VCD player/ over 10.
LD player/
MD deck/
Tape deck
Selects track numbers
MULTI CH Receiver
Selects MULTI CH IN
source.
MENU </> Receiver
MENU +/– Receiver
Selects a menu item.
ENTER
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner/ disc or track using the
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
After selecting a channel,
Makes adjustment or
change the setting.
numeric buttons, press to
enter the value.
MUTING Receiver
Mutes the sound from the
receiver.
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Remote
Button
Operations
Function
Remote
Button
Operations
Function
RETURN VCD player
Go back to previous
menu.
Scans and selects preset
stations.
ANT
TV/VTR
VCR
Selects output signal
from the aerial terminal:
TV signal or VCR
program.
CH/
Receiver
PRESET
+/-
D.SKIP
CD player/
Skips discs (multi-disc
VCD player/ changer only).
DVD player/
MD deck
TV/VCR/
Satellite tuner
Selects preset channel.
Skips tracks.
./> VCR/
CD player/
TOP
MENU
DVD player
DVD player
Displays DVD title.
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
DVD
MENU
Displays DVD menu.
ENTER
DVD player
DVD player
Enters the selection.
O
Returns to the previous
menu or exits the menu.
m/M CD player/
Searches tracks (forward
Fastforwards or rewinds.
VCD player/ or backward)
DVD player
V/v/B/b
DVD player
TV
Selects a menu item.
÷
Selects the channel entry
mode, either one or two
digit.
VCR/
LD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
TV/VIDEO TV
Selects input signal: TV
input or video input.
TV VOL
+/–
TV
TV
Adjusts the volume of the
TV
N
VCR/
Starts play.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
TV CH
+/–
Selects preset TV
channels.
Notes
• When you press the function buttons (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, DVD/LD), the input mode of the TV
might not switch to the corresponding input mode
that you want. In this case, press the TV/VIDEO
button to switch the input mode of the TV.
• 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.
X
VCR/
CD player/
VCD player/ with components in
LD player/
DVD player/
MD deck/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
Pauses play or record.
(Also start recording
record standby.)
Therefore, depending on the component the above
operation may not be possible or may operate
differently than described.
x
VCR/
Stops play.
CD player/
VCD player/
LD player/
DVD player/
MD player/
DAT deck/
Tape deck
• The MULTI CH function is not available for set
operation (STR-DE485E only).
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To reset a button to its factory
setting
Repeat the above procedure.
Changing the factory
setting of a function button
To reset all the function buttons to
their factory setting
Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and MASTER VOL – at
If the factory settings of the FUNCTION
buttons do not match your system components,
you can change them. For example, if you have
a tape deck and you do not have an MD deck,
you can assign the MD/TAPE button to your
tape deck.
the same time.
Note that the settings of the TUNER button
cannot be changed.
1 Hold down the Function button whose
function you want to change (for
example, MD/TAPE).
2 Press the corresponding button of the
component you want to assign to the
Function button (for example, 4 – Tape
deck).
The following buttons are assigned to select
the functions:
To operate
Press
CD player
1
DAT deck
2
MD deck
3
Tape deck A
4
Tape deck B
5
LD player
6
VCR (command mode VTR 1*)
VCR (command mode VTR 2*)
VCR (command mode VTR 3*)
TV
7
8
9
0
DSS (Digital Satellite Receiver)
DVD
>10
ENTER
.
VCD player
* Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3
setting. These correspond to Beta, 8mm and
VHS respectively.
Now you can use the MD/TAPE button to
control the tape deck.
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Precautions
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 20 to verify that the connections are
correct. Should any problem persist, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
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.
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.
• (Models of area code U, CA only)
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.
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 components
are turned on.
• Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is
not set at VOL MIN.
• Press MUTING to cancel the muting function.
• Check that the headphones are not connected.
• The protective device on the receiver has been
activated because of a short circuit (“PROTECT”
flashes). Turn off the receiver, eliminate the
short-circuit problem and turn on the power
again.
On heat buildup
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.
continued
On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the
life of the receiver.
• 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.
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.
If you have any question or problem concerning your
receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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There is no sound from the active sub woofer.
There is no sound output from the SUB WOOFER
terminal depending on the sound field (page 55).
There is no sound from a specific component.
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
• Check that the component is connected correctly
to the audio input jacks for that component.
Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MODE).
• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is
(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component.
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not
reproduced.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component on the receiver.
• 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.
There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack
to verify that sound is output from the headphones
(page 21).
Recording cannot be done.
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.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly.
• Select the source component with function
buttons.
• Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to
“ANALOG” (page 21) before recording from a
digital component connected to the analog
MD/TAPE terminals.
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.
To connect an LD player via an RF demodulator.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.
Connect the LD player to the RF demodulator,
then connect the RF demodulator’s optical or
coaxial digital output to the receiver’s jack. When
making this connection, be sure to set INPUT
MODE manually (page 21). The receiver may not
operate correctly if INPUT MODE is set to
“AUTO IN”.
For details on DOLBY DIGITAL RF hookups, see
the operating instructions supplied with your RF
demodulator.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
• 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.
• 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
speaker.
• Make sure the sound field function is on (press
MODE).
• Select a sound field containing the word
“C.ST.EX” (pages 24).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 20).
• Make sure the center or/and surround speaker
size parameter is set to either “SMALL” or
“LARGE” (page 17).
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The FM reception is poor.
There is no picture or an unclear picture appears
on the TV screen or monitor.
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.
• Select the appropriate function on the receiver.
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
The remote does not function.
• For RM-PP506 (STR-DE585 area code CA
only).
Receiver
ANTENNA
Outdoor FM antenna
The VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, AUX, PHONO,
AUDIO SPLIT, NIGHT MODE, EQ/TONE,
ON SCREEN, /10, /11, /12, 3RD, 2ND ROOM
and SOURCE on the remote are not available
AM
• For RM-U306 (STR-DE485E only)
Ground wire
(not supplied)
FM
The MULTI CH button on the remote is not
available.
75
Ω
COAXIAL
• Point the remote at the remote sensor g on the
receiver.
To ground
• Check that the mode of the remote corresponds
to that of the receiver (pages 36 and 41)
(RM-PP506 only).
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that you select AV2 as the command
mode of the receiver (page 36) (RM-U306 only).
• Check that the antennas are connected securely.
Adjust the antennas and connect an external
antenna if necessary.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between the
remote and the receiver.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
direct tuning.
• Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure you select the correct function on the
remote.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly
(when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
• 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.
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the stations
(page 32).
• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in
the display.
* Models of area code CEL, CEK only.
RDS does not work.*
• Make sure that you’re tuned to an FM RDS
station.
Clearing the receiver’s memory
To clear
See
• Select a stronger FM station.
All memorized settings
Customized sound fields
page 15
page 27
The RDS information that you want does not
appear.*
Contact the radio station and find out whether they
actually provide the service in question. If so, the
service may be temporarily out of order.
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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
E2/E3, AU
SP, CEL, CEK, AR
TW
Power requirements
240 V AC, 50 Hz
230 V AC, 50 Hz
110 V AC, 60 Hz
120 V AC, 60 Hz
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
40 – 20,000 Hz; rated 80 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than
0.09 % total harmonic distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output (STR-DE485 area
code U only).
MX
Frequency response
10 Hz – 50 kHz
+0.5/–2 dB (with sound
field, and tone bypassed)
MULTI CH IN
(STR-DE 585 and
STR-DE485 only),
CD, MD/TAPE, DVD/
LD, VIDEO 1, 2
Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT
Inputs (Analog)
Models of area code U, CA
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 40 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %)
MULTI CH IN
Sensitivity: 250 mV
Impedance: 50 kilohms
S/N3): 96 dB
(STR-DE 585 and
STR-DE485 only),
CD, MD/TAPE, DVD/
LD, VIDEO 1, 2
STR-DE585*:
STR-DE485:
100 W + 100 W
80 W + 80 W
(A, 250 mV4))
Reference Power Output
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
STR-DE585*:
FRONT1):100 W/ch
3) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and tone
bypassed).
4) Weighted network, input level.
CENTER1): 100 W
SURR1): 100 W/ch
FRONT1): 80 W/ch
CENTER1): 80 W
SURR1): 80 W/ch
STR-DE485:
Inputs (Digital)
DVD/LD (Coaxial)
VIDEO 2 (Optical)
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 100 dB
* Models of area code CA only.
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Models of area code CEL,CEK
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
STR-DE585:
STR-DE485E:
Sensitivity: –
Impedance: –
S/N: 100 dB
100 W + 100 W2)
80 W + 80 W2)
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Reference Power Output2)
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
Outputs
STR-DE585:
FRONT1):100 W/ch
MD/TAPE (OUT),
VIDEO 1
(AUDIO OUT)
Voltage: 250 mV
Impedance: 10 kilohms
CENTER1): 100 W
SURR1): 100 W/ch
FRONT1): 80 W/ch
CENTER1): 80 W
SURR1): 80 W/ch
STR-DE485E:
SUB WOOFER
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 1 kilohms
Models of other area code
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %)
Tone
Gain levels:
6 dB, 1 dB step
STR-DE485:
80 W + 80 W2)
FM tuner section
Reference Power Output2)
Tuning range
87.5 - 108.0 MHz
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
STR-DE485:
FRONT1): 100 W/ch
Antenna terminals
75 ohms, unbalanced
CENTER1): 100 W
SURR1): 100 W/ch
Intermediate Frequency
10.7 MHz
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Sensitivity
Mono:
Stereo:
General
Power requirements
18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms
38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/75 ohms
Area code
U, CA, MX
CEL, CEK
SP, AR
E2/E3
Power requirements
Usable sensitivity
11.2 dBf, 1 µV/75 ohms
120 V AC, 60 Hz
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 – 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
110 V AC, 50/60 Hz
240 V AC, 50Hz
S/N
Mono:
Stereo:
76 dB
70 dB
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz
Mono:
Stereo:
TW
0.3%
0.5%
AU
Separation
45 dB at 1 kHz
Power consumption
Frequency response 30 Hz – 15 kHz,
Area code
U, MX
CA
Power consumption
+0.5/–2 dB
STR-DE485: 180 W
STR-DE585: 300 VA
STR-DE485: 260 VA
Selectivity
60 dB at 400 kHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Models of area code U, CA
CEL, CEK
STR-DE585: 180 W
STR-DE485E: 155 W
AU, SP, E2/E3, AR STR-DE485: 155 W
TW STR-DE485: 400 W
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1710 kHz5)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1710 kHz5)
Models of area code E2/E3, MX, AR
With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 – 1610 kHz5)
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1602 kHz5)
Models of area code AU, SP, CEL, CEK, TW
With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 – 1602 kHz
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.5 W
Dimensions
430 × 145 × 298 mm
(16 7/8 × 5 6/8 × 11 6/8 in.)
including projecting parts
and controls
Antenna
Loop antenna
Intermediate Frequency
450 kHz
Mass (Approx.)
7.0 kg (15lb 7 oz)
Usable sensitivity
S/N
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
999 kHz)
Supplied accessories
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
• STR-DE585 only
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
• Models of area code CA
Remote commander RM-PP506 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
• Models of area code CEL, CEK
Remote commander RM-U306 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Harmonic distortion 0.5 % (50 mV/m, 400 Hz)
Selectivity
At 9 kHz:
35 dB
40 dB
At 10 kHz:
• STR-DE485E/DE485 only
Remote commander RM-U306 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
5) 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.
For details on the area code of the component you
are using, see page 4.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Video section
Inputs
Video:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Outputs
Video:
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Tables of settings using SURR, LEVEL, SET UP, BASS and
TREBLE buttons
You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURR, SET UP, MENU +/–, and MENU
buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make.
/
Press
SURR
LEVEL
Press MENU
or MENU
to select Press MENU + or MENU – to select
depends on the sound field (15 steps)
L +8 to R +8 (1 steps)
Page
27
EFFECT
R
L
BAL. L/R XXX
28
CTR XXX dB
–10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
–10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps)
OFF, –20 dB to 0 dB (1 dB steps)
OFF, 0.1 to 0.9 (0.1 steps), STD, MAX
LARGE, SMALL
SUR.L. XXX dB
SUR.R. XXX dB
S.W. XXX dB
L.F.E. XXX dB
COMP. XXX
D. RANGE
R
L
SET UP
(FRONT)
16
C
(CENTER)
LARGE, SMALL, NO
SL
SR
(SURROUND)
LARGE, SMALL, NO
SW
(SUB WOOFER) S.W. XXX
YES, NO
R
L
DIST. XX.X m
between 1.0 meters and 12.0 meters
(0.1 meters steps)1)
C
R
L
DIST. XX.X m
between
DIST. and 1.5 meters
(0.1 meters steps)2)
SL
SR
R
L
DIST. XX.X m
between
DIST. and 4.5 meters
(0.1 meters steps)3)
SL
SL
SR
PL. XXX
SIDE, MID, BEHD.
HIGH, LOW
SR
HGT. XXX
C.MODE.AVX
AV1, AV2
37
4)
PRO LOGIC
DOLBY PL, MOVIE, MUSIC
1) For models of area code U, CA: 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps)
R
L
2) For models of area code U, CA: between
DIST. and 5 feet (1 foot steps)
R
L
3) For models of area code U, CA: between
4) STR-DE585 only.
DIST. and 15 feet (1 foot steps)
You can make various settings using the BASS +/– and TREBLE +/– buttons. The tables below
show each of the settings that these buttons can make.
Press
To select
Page
29
BASS +/–
TREBLE +/–
- 6 dB to + 6 dB (1dB steps)
- 6 dB to + 6 dB (1dB steps)
29
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Adjustable parameters for each sound field
The adjusted SURR, BASS and TREBLE parameters are stored in each sound field.
<SURR>
<BASS>
<TREBLE>
EFFECT
LEVEL
2CH ST.
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
AUTO DEC.
NORM.SURR.
C.ST.EX A
C.ST.EX B
C.ST.EX C
HALL
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
JAZZ
CONCERT
GAME
MULTI CH IN1)
PCM 96K
The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all the sound fields.
<
LEVEL
>
FRONT
BAL
CENTER
LEVEL
SUR.L.
LEVEL
SUR.R.
LEVEL
S.WOOFER
LEVEL
LFE
D.RANGE
COMP2)
MIX2)
2CH ST.
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
AUTO DEC.
NORM.SURR.
C.ST.EX A
C.ST.EX B
C.ST.EX C
HALL
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z3)
z3)
z3)
z
JAZZ
CONCERT
GAME
MULTI CH IN1)
z
PCM 96K
1) STR-DE585 and STR-DE485 only.
2) These parameters may not operate depending on the source or adjustments. For details, see each item in
“Adjusting the level parameters” (page 27).
3) 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 L.F.E.
signals.
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