Sony Stereo System STR DE615 User Manual

3-860-516-12(1)  
FM Stereo  
FM-AM Receiver  
Operating Instructions  
STR-DE915  
STR-DE715  
STR-DE615  
STR-D660Z  
STR-D560Z  
1997 by Sony Corporation  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
About This Manual  
Getting Started  
The instructions in this manual are for  
models STR-DE915, DE715, DE615,  
D660Z, and D560Z. Check your model  
number by looking at the upper right  
corner of the front panel. In this  
Unpacking  
4
Hookup Overview  
Antenna Hookups  
4
5
Audio Component Hookups  
Speaker System Hookups  
TV/ VCR Hookups  
5
manual, the USA and Canadian STR-  
DE915 and the programmable remote  
commander RM-P501 (supplied with  
the STR-DE915, DE715, and D660Z) are  
used for illustration purposes unless  
stated othewise. Any difference in  
operation is clearly indicated in the text,  
for example, “STR-DE915/ DE715  
(USA, Canada) only.”  
6
9
Digital Component Hookups (STR-DE915 only) 10  
AC Hookups 11  
Before You Use Your Receiver 11  
Receiver Operations  
Selecting a Component 12  
Receiving Broadcasts 15  
Presetting Radio Stations 16  
Indexing Preset Stations and Program Sources 16  
Recording 17  
Type of differences  
Model DE915 DE715 D660Z  
Feature  
DE615 D560Z  
3 video inputs  
r
r
r
EN  
Built-in Dolby  
Digital  
processor  
Using the Sleep Timer 18  
Digital jacks  
Dolby Surround Setup  
Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only) 19  
5.1 INPUT  
jacks  
r
r
Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only) 20  
Control A1/  
Control S  
r*  
DE715*  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
connector  
Sound Adjustment  
Using Pre-programmed Sound Fields 22  
r
r
r
Customizing the Sound Fields 25  
Programmable  
remote  
DE715 D660Z  
* USA and Canadian models only  
Advanced Remote Operations  
Operating One Component While Using Another (background operation)  
29  
Changing the Factory Setting of a FUNCTION Button 29  
Programming the Remote (STR-DE915/ DE715/ D660Z only) 30  
Conventions  
The instructions in this manual  
describe the controls on the receiver.  
You can also use the controls on the  
remote if they have the same or  
similar names as those on the  
receiver.  
Additional Information  
Troubleshooting 31  
Specifications 32  
Glossary 33  
Table of Functions of the SET UP Button 35  
Rear Panel Descriptions 36  
Remote Button Descriptions 37  
A “Quick Reference Guide” is  
supplied on the back cover.  
The “Remote Button Descriptions”  
section on page 37 provides an  
overview of the remote buttons.  
The following icons are used in this  
manual:  
Indicates that you can use only  
Z
z
the remote to do the task.  
Index 39  
Indicates hints and tips for  
making the task easier.  
This receiver incorporates the Dolby*  
Pro Logic Surround system.  
Quick Reference Guide Back cover  
* Manufactured under license from  
Dolby Laboratories Licensing  
Corporation. DOLBY, the double-D  
symbol a, “AC-3,” and “PRO  
LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
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Unpacking  
Hookup Overview  
Check that you received the following items with the  
receiver:  
• FM wire antenna (1)  
The receiver allows you to connect and control the  
following audio/ video components. Follow the  
hookup procedures for the components that you want  
to connect to the receiver on the pages specified. To  
learn the locations and names of each jacks, see “Rear  
Panel Descriptions” on page 36.  
• AM loop antenna (1)  
• Remote commander (remote) (1)  
RM-P501 (STR-DE915/ DE715/ D660Z only)  
RM-U501 (STR-DE615/ D560Z only)  
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
• Audio/ video cable (1)  
(STR-DE915/ DE715 (USA, Canada) only)  
• Control S cord (1)  
TV/VCR Hookups (9)  
Antenna Hookups (5)  
Digital Component  
Hookups (10)  
Speaker  
System  
Hookups  
(6)  
AM/FM antenna  
DVD player  
(STR-DE915/ DE715 (USA, Canada) only)  
TV  
VCR  
Front  
speaker  
(L)  
Front  
speaker  
(R)  
Active  
w oofer  
Inserting batteries into the remote  
LD player  
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with the + and – on  
the battery compartment. When using the remote,  
point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver.  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
DISCRETE  
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
A
+B  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
SET UP  
ON OFF  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
}
]
]
Rear  
speaker  
(L)  
Rear  
speaker  
(R)  
Wireless  
rear  
speaker  
CD player  
Tape deck  
Center  
speaker  
}
DAT/MD deck  
Turntable  
Video camera  
recorder  
Video game  
Audio Component  
Hookups (5)  
z When to replace batteries  
Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6  
months. When the remote no longer operates the  
receiver, replace both batteries with new ones.  
Before you get started  
• Turn off the power to all components before making  
any connections.  
• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the  
connections are completed.  
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum  
and noise.  
• When connecting an audio/ video cable, 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.  
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 dont use the remote for an extended period of time,  
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from  
battery leakage and corrosion.  
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Important  
If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground it against  
lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect  
the ground wire to a gas pipe.  
Antenna Hookups  
Overview  
This section describes how to connect AM and FM  
antennas to the receiver. If you want to receive radio  
broadcasts with the receiver, complete these  
Notes  
Do not use y SIGNAL GND for this connection.  
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away  
from the receiver and TV.  
connections first, then go to the following pages.  
ANTENNA  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
Audio Component Hookups  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
IN  
S
STATUS IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
FRONT  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
L
y
R
AC OUTLET  
Overview  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
L
FM  
75  
y
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
This section describes how to connect your audio  
components to the receiver. If you want to use the  
receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections.  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
Note for STR-DE915  
For digital connections, see “Digital Component Hookups  
What antennas will I need?  
(STR-DE915 only)” on page 10.  
FM wire antenna  
(supplied) (1)  
AM loop antenna  
(supplied) (1)  
S-LINK CTRL A1  
(STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only)  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
S
STATUS IN  
IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
WOOFER  
FRONT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
L
y
R
AC OUTLET  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
L
FM  
75  
y
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
Hookups  
PHONO CD DAT/MD TAPE  
FM w ire antenna  
Receiver  
AM loop antenna  
What cords will I need?  
Audio cords (not supplied) (1 for each CD player and  
AM  
After connecting  
the wire antenna,  
keep it as  
horizontal as  
possible.  
turntable; 2 for each tape deck, DAT deck, or MD deck)  
FM  
75  
y
COAXIAL  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
ANTENNA  
z If you have poor FM reception  
Connect a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to an FM  
outdoor antenna.  
Hookups  
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.  
FM outdoor antenna  
Receiver  
CD player  
Receiver  
CD player  
OUTPUT  
LINE  
IN  
L
L
Ç
AM  
R
R
CD  
FM  
y
Tape deck  
75Ω  
COAXIAL  
Receiver  
Tape deck  
OUTPUT INPUT  
ANTENNA  
REC OUT  
IN  
LINE  
LINE  
L
Ground w ire (not supplied)  
L
Ç
ç
R
v
R
To ground  
TAPE  
(Continued)  
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DAT deck or MD deck  
z You can display the operating status of the  
component connected to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack  
(STR-DE915/DE715 (USA, Canada) only)  
1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP  
(STR-DE915 only) or DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715  
only).  
Receiver  
DAT deck or MD deck  
REC OUT  
IN  
OUTPUT INPUT  
LINE  
LINE  
L
L
Ç
ç
R
R
DAT/MD  
2 Use the digital processing control buttons (  
to select CONTROL-A1.  
/
)
3 Use the digital processing control buttons (  
/
)
Turntable  
to select the setting you want by referring to the  
following table.  
Receiver  
Turntable  
IN  
OUTPUT  
LINE  
L
To  
Select  
L
Ç
R
Display “PLAY,” “STOP,” “PAUSE,” AUTO  
or “REC” for about 8 seconds when  
the operation switches  
R
PHONO  
If your turntable has an earth lead  
To prevent hum, connect the earth lead to the y SIGNAL  
GND terminal on the receiver.  
Display “PLAY,” “STOP,” “PAUSE,” FIX  
“REC,” or the contents of a disc or  
track memo of a CD or MD whenever  
you press the DISPLAY button  
Turn off the operation status display  
OFF  
CONTROL A1 Hookups (STR-DE915/DE715  
(USA, Canada) only)  
Notes  
This setting is effective only when the receiver is set to  
TAPE, DAT/ MD, VIDEO 2, or CD (see page 12). For  
VIDEO 2, the CD changer command mode must be  
“CD 2” and the CD changer must be connected to the  
VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver. For CD, the CD  
changer command mode must be “CD 1” and the CD  
changer must be connected to the CD jacks on the  
receiver.  
• If you have a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony CD player,  
tape deck, or MD deck  
Use a CONTROL A1 cord (not supplied) to connect the  
S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the CD player, tape deck, or MD  
deck to the S-LINK CTRL A1 jack on the receiver. Refer  
the separate manual “CONTROL-A1 Control System” and  
the Operating Instructions supplied with your CD player,  
tape deck, or MD deck for details.  
If the disc or track memo contains a character that the  
receiver cannot display, “.” appears for that character.  
When the Mega Control function of the CD player is  
active, the operating status of the main player is  
displayed.  
• If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND  
MODE selector  
If the CD changers COMMAND MODE selector can be  
switched between CD 1, CD 2, and CD 3, be sure to set the  
command mode to “CD 1” and connect the changer to the  
CD jacks on the receiver.  
However, if you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO  
OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and connect  
the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver.  
Speaker System Hookups  
Overview  
This section describes how to connect your speakers to  
the receiver. Although front (left and right) speakers  
are required, center and rear speakers are optional.  
Adding center and rear speakers will enhance the  
surround effects. Connecting an active woofer will  
increase bass response.  
SURROUND  
SURROUND  
WOOFER SPEAKERS REAR SPEAKERS CENTER  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
S
STATUS IN  
IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
WOOFER  
FRONT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
L
y
R
AC OUTLET  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
L
FM  
75Ω  
y
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
FRONT SPEAKERS A  
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IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
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Rear and center speakers  
STR-DE915  
Speaker cord (not supplied) (1 for each speaker)  
(+)  
(–)  
(+)  
(–)  
Rear speaker  
(R)  
Rear speaker  
Center speaker (L)  
Receiver  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
REAR  
CENTER  
R
L
+
+
} ]  
Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/ 3 inch (15  
mm). 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.  
} ]  
} ]  
IMPEDANCE USE 8–16  
STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z  
Rear speaker  
Rear speaker  
Monaural audio cord (not supplied) (1 for an active  
woofer)  
(R)  
Receiver  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
Center speaker  
(L)  
REAR  
CENTER  
R
L
+
+
Black  
Black  
} ]  
} ]  
} ]  
R
L
IMPEDANCE USE 8–16   
Hookups  
Front speakers  
STR-DE915  
Active woofer  
Front speaker  
(L)  
Front speaker  
(R)  
Receiver  
Active w oofer  
Receiver  
INPUT  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
+
+
+
+
A
R
B
A
L
ç
} ]  
} ]  
B
IMPEDANCE USE 4–16  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
Wireless rear speaker (STR-DE915/DE715/DE615 only)  
When using an optional Sony wireless rear speaker system,  
connect the transmitter to the WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER  
jack.  
To connect the speaker cords  
Note  
]
}
}
Do not connect any other component to the WIRELESS  
REAR SPEAKER jack.  
z If you have an additional front speaker system  
Connect them to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.  
]
Note  
STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z  
If you use front speakers with low maximum power input,  
adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the  
speakers.  
Front speaker  
Front speaker  
(L)  
(R)  
Receiver  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
+
R
L
+
A
B
A
B
} ]  
} ]  
+
R
L
+
IMPEDANCE USE 4–16   
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Note  
Speaker placement for STR-DE915  
If you place the rear speakers behind you, be sure to  
check the speaker location setting in the SPEAKER  
SETUP menu when using VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
and VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT sound fields (see pages 19  
and 24 for details).  
For the best possible surround sound, we recommend:  
• The best quality speakers possible  
• Front, center, and rear speakers of equivalent size  
and quality  
• Positioning of speakers at the same distance from the  
listening position (A).  
The center speaker, however, may be moved closer,  
but not beyond the straight line connecting the two  
front speakers (B). The rear speakers may also be  
closer to listening position than the front speakers (C),  
to suit the configuration of your room. If the surround  
effect is still inadequate, adjust the CENTER DELAY  
and REAR DELAY parameters (see page 19).  
Speaker placement for STR-DE715/DE615/  
D660Z/D560Z  
For optimum surround sound effect, place your  
speakers as shown below.  
Rear speaker  
60 - 90 cm  
Front speaker  
45°  
B
A
A
45°  
C
C
Selecting the impedance  
90°  
Set the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR for the front speakers  
as indicated in the table below. Check the instruction  
manual of your speakers if youre not sure of the  
impedance. (This information is usually printed on a  
label on the back of the speaker.)  
20°  
Notes  
Do not place the center or rear speakers farther away from  
the listening position than the front speakers.  
When mounting the rear speakers on side walls  
perpendicular to the listening position they should be  
placed 60 - 90 cm above the listening position (as shown  
below in “Speaker placement for STR-DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z”).  
If nominal impedance of  
your speaker is  
Set IMPEDANCE SELECTOR to  
4 Ω  
Between 4 and 8 ohms  
8 ohms or higher  
8 Ω  
Selecting the speaker system  
Depending on the shape of your room (etc.), you may  
wish to place the rear speakers behind you instead of  
on the side walls. One advantage of this placement is  
that you can use a pair of large floor standing speakers  
matching your front speakers.  
If you connect only one set of front speakers, set the  
SPEAKERS selector on the front panel to A. If you  
connect two sets of front speakers, see the following:  
To drive  
Set SPEAKERS selector to  
Speaker system A (connected  
to the FRONT SPEAKERS A  
terminals)  
A
B
A
A
B
Speaker system B (connected  
to the FRONT SPEAKERS B  
terminals)  
45°  
C
C
Both speaker systems A and B  
(parallel connection)  
*
A+B  
90°  
*
Do not use A+B with SOUND FIELD set to ON.  
20°  
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TV monitor  
If you use a TV monitor, do not connect anything to the TV/  
TV/VCR Hookups  
DBS VIDEO IN jack.  
Receiver  
TV monitor  
Overview  
MONITOR  
INPUT  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
OUT  
This section describes how to connect video  
components to the receiver.  
ç
Note for STR-DE915  
For digital connections, see “Digital Component Hookups  
VCR (via the VIDEO 1/2 jacks)  
If you have two VCRs, connect the second one to the VIDEO  
(STR-DE915 only)” on page 10.  
2 jacks.  
LD/DVD (STR-DE915 only)  
Receiver  
VCR  
VIDEO 1  
OUTPUT INPUT  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
S
STATUS IN  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
FRONT  
Ç
ç
4
8
L
L
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
L
y
R
AC OUTLET  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
R
R
AM  
L
FM  
75Ω  
y
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
Video camera recorder or video game (STR-DE915 only)  
Use the VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks on the front panel.  
TV/DBS* VIDEO 2 MONITOR  
* TV/ DBS: USA, Canadian, and Australian models  
TV: other models  
Video camera recorder or  
video game  
OUTPUT  
What cables will I need?  
VIDEO  
Receiver  
Audio/ video cable (supplied with STR-DE715 (USA,  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
Canada) only) (1 for each TV or LD player; 2 for each VCR)  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
Ç
L
Yellow  
Yellow  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
White (L)  
Red (R)  
R
LD or DVD player (STR-DE915 only)  
If you have an additional LD or DVD player, connect it to  
the VIDEO 2 jacks.  
Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor)  
Yellow Yellow  
Receiver  
LD or DVD player  
LD/DVD  
VIDEO  
IN  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
Hookups  
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
Ç
L
L
TV or Digital Broadcasting System (DBS) tuner  
DBS tuners can be used with the USA, Canadian, and  
Australian models.  
R
R
Receiver  
TV or DBS tuner  
LD player (via the VIDEO 2 jacks) (STR-DE715/DE615/  
D660Z/D560Z only)  
TV/DBS  
VIDEO  
IN  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
Receiver  
VIDEO 2  
LD player  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
Ç
L
L
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
R
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
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AUDIO  
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z You can play decoded Dolby Digital AC-3  
soundtracks through the speakers connected to the  
receiver (STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
If you have a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder, you can use  
the receiver to amplify a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3  
soundtrack with the following connections. Refer to the  
instruction manual supplied with your Dolby Digital  
(AC-3) decoder.  
What cords will I need?  
Optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1 for a  
DVD, LD or CD player; 2 for a DAT or MD deck)  
Coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) (1 for a  
DVD or LD player)  
Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoder etc.  
DVD player or  
LD player etc.  
Receiver  
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PRE OUT  
FRONT  
REAR  
OUTPUT  
VIDEO  
REAR FRONT  
L
IN  
VIDEO  
Hookups  
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.  
CENTER  
WOOFER  
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Ç
R
AUDIO  
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LD or DVD player  
CENTER WOOFER  
5.1 INPUT  
R
Receiver  
LD or DVD player  
LD / DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
AC-3  
RF  
If you have a CONTROL S compatible Sony TV, DBS tuner,  
monitor, VCR or LD player (STR-DE915/DE715 (USA,  
Canada) only)  
Use a CONTROL S cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL S  
(STATUS) IN (for TV, DBS tuner, or monitor) or OUT (for  
VCR or LD player (STR-DE715 (USA, Canada) only)) jack on  
the receiver to the appropriate S-LINK jack on the respective  
component. Refer to the Operating Instructions supplied  
with your TV, DBS tuner, monitor, VCR, or LD player for  
details.  
LD / DVD IN  
OUT  
Ç
OPTICAL  
CD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD OUT  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL  
If your LD or DVD player has an optical output jack, connect  
it to the LD/ DVD IN OPTICAL jack. If your LD player has  
an RF output jack, connect it to the LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF  
jack of the receiver as shown below.  
Digital Component Hookups  
(STR-DE915 only)  
Receiver  
LD player  
LD / DVD IN  
AC-3  
RF  
Ç
AC-3  
RF  
LD / DVD IN  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
CD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD OUT  
OPTICAL  
Overview  
This section describes how to connect a LD/ DVD  
player, DAT/ MD decks, and CD player equipped with  
digital jack(s) to the STR-DE915. If you use a digital  
component, select the appropriate input mode for the  
component (see page 12).  
DIGITAL  
CD player  
LD/DVD IN AC-3 RF/OPTICAL  
Receiver  
CD player  
LD / DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
LD  
AC-3  
/
DVD IN  
AC-3  
RF  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
REAR  
CENTER  
RF  
LD  
OPTICAL  
CD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT  
OPTICAL  
DAT  
OPTICAL  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
IN  
S
R
L
STATUS IN  
/
DVD IN  
+
+
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
LD / DVD IN  
OPTICAL  
OUT  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
FRONT  
/
/
MD IN  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
MD OUT  
L
IMPEDANCE USE 8–16  
CD IN  
+
A
+
+
y
DIGITAL  
R
AC OUTLET  
SWITCHED 120W 1A MAX  
A
L
Ç
/
OPTICAL  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
R
L
+
DAT / MD IN  
OPTICAL  
B
B
FM  
y
75Ω  
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
IMPEDANCE USE 4–16  
AC 120V 60Hz  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
DAT / MD OUT  
OPTICAL  
DAT/MD IN/OUT  
OPTICAL  
CD IN OPTICAL  
DIGITAL  
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DAT or MD deck  
AC OUTLET  
Receiver  
LD / DVD IN  
DAT or MD deck  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO  
2
S
VIDEO  
S-LINK  
1
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
IN  
S
STATUS IN  
DIGITAL  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
AC-3  
SPEAKER  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
FRONT  
RF  
LD / DVD IN  
OPTICAL  
CD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT / MD OUT  
OPTICAL  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
L
OUT  
IN  
y
R
AC OUTLET  
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
L
FM  
75Ω  
y
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT  
/
MD  
TAPE  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
Ç
ç
b
to a w all  
outlet  
DIGITAL  
Caution  
Make sure that the total power consumption of the  
Warning regarding the playback of DAT/MD sources  
When playing DAT/ MD sources through the receiver,  
do not play a DAT/ MD that contains digital recordings  
made from a DVD player whose digital output was set  
to “DOLBY DIGITAL.” High volume will be output  
which may damage the receiver and your speakers.  
component(s) connected to receivers AC OUTLET does not  
exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect  
high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric  
irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.  
Notes  
You cannot connect a LD or DVD player through digital  
connection when the LD/ DVD IN OPTICAL jack is  
already used. In this case, connect the LD or DVD player  
to the LD/ DVD jacks.  
Before You Use Your Receiver  
Before you start using your receiver, make sure that  
you have:  
This receiver is compatible only with digital components  
using 32, 44.1, or 48-kHz sampling frequencies and not  
compatible with 96 kHz.  
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position  
(0).  
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (For  
details, see “Selecting the speaker system” on  
page 8.)  
Be sure to connect digital components (CD player, DAT/  
MD deck, etc.) to the analog jacks as well as the digital  
jacks in order to do analog recording.  
• Set BALANCE to the center position.  
Turn on the receiver and check the following indicator.  
• Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING” appears  
in the display.  
AC Hookups  
Setting the voltage selector (only on the  
models supplied with the voltage selector)  
Clearing the receivers memory  
Before you use your receiver for the first time or  
when you want to clear the receivers memory, do  
the procedure below.  
Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the  
receiver is set to the local power supply voltage. If  
not, set the selector to the correct position using a  
screwdriver before connecting the AC power cord to a  
wall outlet.  
POWER  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
VOLTAGE SELECT  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
220V  
P
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
240V  
120V  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
A+B  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
Connecting the AC power cord  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
MODE  
Connect the AC power cord from this receiver and  
from your audio/ video components to a wall outlet.  
If you connect other audio components to AC OUTLET  
on the receiver, the receiver can supply power to the  
connected component(s) so you can turn on/ off whole  
system when you turn on/ off the receiver. Note that  
only one switched AC outlet is supplied with the  
Australian STR-DE915/ DE715.  
1
2
Turn off the receiver.  
Press down VIDEO FUNCTION , AUDIO  
FUNCTION , MODE, and POWER  
simultaneously.  
The contents of the memory (preset station  
and other parameter settings) are erased.  
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To watch or  
listen to  
Press  
(repeatedly)  
To light up  
Selecting a Component  
Compact Discs (CD)  
Radio programs  
Records  
CD  
AUDIO  
FUNCTION  
To listen to or watch a connected component, first  
select the function on the receiver or with the remote.  
Before you begin, make sure you have:  
• Connected all components securely and correctly as  
indicated on pages 4 to 11.  
AUDIO  
FUNCTION  
TUNER  
PHONO  
AUDIO  
FUNCTION  
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position  
(0) to avoid damaging your speakers.  
* DBS tuners can be used with the USA, Canadian, and  
Australian models.  
Digital processing control buttons  
3
4
Turn on the component, for example, a CD player,  
and then start playing.  
To tune in radio stations on this receiver, see  
“Receiving Broadcasts” on page 15.  
POWER  
DIRECT PASS SET UP MASTER VOLUME  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POW
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.  
To adjust the volume of the TVs speakers, use the  
volume control on the TV.  
g
OFF  
A+B  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
VIDEO/AUDIO  
FUNCTION  
PHONES  
SPEAKERS  
INPUT  
MODE  
BASS BALANCE  
BOOST  
z To listen to digital program sources (STR-DE915  
only)  
Do the procedure below.  
1
2
Press POWER to turn on the receiver.  
Select the component you want to use:  
1 Do Steps 1 and 2 above to select the component.  
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select input mode  
for the component.  
When you select The receiver selects  
Press  
(repeatedly)  
To watch or  
listen to  
To light up  
AUTO INPUT  
the component connected to the  
following jack(s) (listed in order  
of priority):  
VIDEO  
FUNCTION  
Video tapes  
VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 3  
1 the LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF jack*  
VIDEO  
FUNCTION  
Video camera  
recorder or video  
game (STR-DE915  
only)  
2 the OPTICAL jack  
3 the analog jacks  
DIGITAL (AC-3 RF) the component connected to the  
(appears only when LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF jack  
you selected LD/  
VIDEO  
FUNCTION  
Laser discs  
LD/ DVD (STR-  
DE915 only) or  
VIDEO 2 (STR-  
DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only)  
DVD in Step 1)  
the component connected to the  
DIGITAL(OPTICAL)  
OPTICAL jack  
LD/ DVD  
the component connected to the  
ANALOG INPUT  
VIDEO  
FUNCTION  
DVD (STR-DE915  
only)  
analog jacks  
TV programs  
TV/ DBS* (STR-  
DE915 (USA, Canada,  
and Australia)/  
VIDEO  
FUNCTION  
* Only when you selected LD/ DVD in Step 1  
To play the decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program  
source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-  
DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
Press 5.1/ DVD INPUT so that the 5.1 INPUT  
indicator lights up.  
DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only)  
or TV (STR-DE915  
(for all other  
countries) only)  
AUDIO  
Audio tapes  
TAPE  
FUNCTION  
Digital Audio Tapes AUDIO  
DAT/ MD  
FUNCTION  
(DAT) or MiniDiscs  
(MD)  
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z When you watch TV or video programs  
To  
Do this  
We recommend you play audio portion through the  
receiver instead of your TVs speakers. This lets you  
take advantage of the receivers surround sound effects,  
like Dolby Surround, and lets you use the receivers  
remote to control the audio.  
Mute the sound Z  
Press MUTING on the remote. Press  
again to restore the sound.  
Reinforce the bass  
Press BASS BOOST to turn on the  
BASS BOOST indicator  
Turn off the speakers on your TV before you start so  
you can enjoy the surround sound from your receiver.  
Adjust the balance of Turn BALANCE left or right  
front speakers  
z When you listen with headphones  
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set  
SPEAKERS to OFF.  
Using the remote Z  
The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony  
components that are connected to it.  
z When you want to enjoy high quality sound  
Press DIRECT PASS to bypass the tone controls, bass  
reinforcement, and surrround effects.  
SYSTEM OFF  
VISUAL  
LEARN POWER  
SLEEP  
SYSTEM OFF  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
SYSTEM  
CONTROL/  
FUNCTION  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
The DIRECT PASS indicator lights up.  
TV  
CONTROL  
ON  
5.1  
INPUT  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
TV CONTROL  
ON  
TV/VIDEO  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
z To select another component when a decoded Dolby  
Digital AC-3 program source is selected (STR-DE715/  
DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
BACK  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
CH/  
ENTER PRESET  
5.1 INPUT  
RMS/START  
ANT  
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
0
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
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P
r
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
Press VIDEO/ AUDIO FUNCTION to turn off the 5.1  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
INPUT indicator.  
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
MUTING  
Note  
PROGRAMMABLE  
BASS BOOST, DIRECT PASS, and SOUND FIELD ON/  
OFF buttons do not operate when the 5.1 INPUT  
indicator is on.  
1
Press one of the SYSTEM CONTROL/  
FUNCTION buttons to select the component you  
want to use.  
z You can adjust the brightness of the display  
1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP  
(STR-DE915 only), DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715/  
D660Z only), or DISPL SETUP (STR-DE615/ D560Z  
only).  
The receiver and the selected component turn on.  
The SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION buttons on  
the remote are factory-set as follows:  
To play  
Press  
2 Use the digital processing control buttons (  
to select DIMMER.  
/
)
)
Video tapes  
VIDEO 1 (VTR*),  
VIDEO 2 (VTR 1*) or  
VIDEO 3 (VTR 2*)  
3 Use the digital processing control buttons (  
to adjust the brightness.  
/
Laser discs or DVD LD  
TV programs  
Audio tapes  
TV  
Watching TV/video programs  
TAPE  
To watch  
Do this  
Digital Audio Tapes DAT/ MD  
(DAT) or MiniDiscs  
(MD)  
TV programs  
Turn on both the TV and the receiver  
and press VIDEO FUNCTION  
repeatedly until the TV/ DBS (or TV)  
indicator lights up  
Compact Discs (CD) CD  
Radio programs  
Records  
TUNER  
PHONO  
Videos, laser discs or 1 Press VIDEO FUNCTION  
DVD repeatedly to select the component  
(for example, VIDEO 1).  
2 Turn on the TV and set the TVs  
video input to match your video  
component.  
* Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2, or 3 setting  
that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS,  
respectively.  
3 Turn on the component (VCR, LD/  
DVD player), and start playback.  
(Continued)  
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Note  
Making components selectable/  
unselectable  
You can do these settings so that certain components  
become unselectable even if you press AUDIO/ VIDEO  
FUNCTION.  
Pressing a SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION button  
will activate the component indicated for that button  
(i.e., the component connected to the respective  
connector). If, however, the connected component is  
different from the one indicated for the button, the  
component will not be activated when the button is  
pressed only once.  
1
Press SET UP repeatedly to select FUNCTION  
HOOKUP (STR-DE915/ DE715/ D660Z only) or  
FUNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/ D560Z only).  
For example, to watch Sony LD player connected to the  
VIDEO 2 jacks (as shown on page 9):  
Press VIDEO 2 to switch the function, then press LD to  
set the remote control to operate the LD player.  
2
3
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to select a component.  
/
To play the decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 program  
source connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-  
DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
Press 5.1 INPUT so that the 5.1 INPUT indicator on  
the main unit lights up.  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
/
) to select YES (selectable) or NO (unselectable)  
(STR-DE915/ DE715/ D660Z only) or –Y–  
(selectable) or –N– (unselectable) (STR-DE615/  
D560Z only).  
If you want to change the factory setting of a  
button  
See page 29.  
Notes  
When the receiver accepts the signal from the S-LINK  
CTRL A1 jack or CTRL S (STATUS) IN or OUT jack to  
select that component which is set to NO on the receiver,  
the setting changes to CONNECT or YES automatically  
and the component is selected (STR-DE915/ DE715 (USA,  
Canada) only).  
If the component does not turn on  
Press the power switch on the component.  
2
Start playing.  
See “Remote Button Descriptions” on page 37 for  
details.  
If you try to select the component which is set to NO or  
N– using the remote, “NO CONNECTION” (STR-  
DE915/ DE715/ D660Z only) or “CANNOT USE” (STR-  
DE615/ D560Z only) appears in the display.  
To turn off the components  
Press SYSTEM OFF. This will also turn off the video/  
audio component(s) connected to AC OUTLET on the  
back of this unit at the same time.  
z If you use a Sony TV  
When you press TV to watch a TV program, the TV  
turns on and switches to the TV input. The TV also  
turns on automatically and switches to the appropriate  
video input when you press VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2. If the  
TV does not switch to the appropriate input  
automatically, press TV/ VIDEO on the remote.  
z Watching TV without the receiver (for Sony TVs only)  
Press TV CONTROL ON to set the remote to operate TV  
functions only. When you press this button, the TV  
turns on and switches to the TV input. If the TV does  
not automatically switch to the TV input, press TV/  
VIDEO.  
z To select another component when a decoded Dolby  
Digital AC-3 program source is selected (STR-DE715/  
DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
Press any SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION button to  
turn off the 5.1 INPUT indicator on the main unit.  
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z If an FM stereo program is distorted  
The STEREO indicator flashes. Press FM MODE to  
change to monaural (MONO). You will not have the  
stereo effect but the distortion will be reduced. To  
return to the auto stereo mode, press this button again.  
Receiving Broadcasts  
This receiver lets you enter a stations frequency  
directly by using the numeric buttons (direct tuning). If  
you dont know the frequency of the station you want,  
see “Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations  
(automatic tuning)”on this page.  
z If you cannot tune in a station and the entered  
numbers are flashing  
Make sure youve entered the right frequency. If not,  
press DIRECT and reenter the frequency you want.  
If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not  
used in your area.  
Before you begin, make sure you have:  
• Connected an FM/ AM antenna to the receiver as  
indicated on page 5.  
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (For details,  
see “Selecting the speaker system” on page 8.)  
z To watch FM simulcast TV programs  
Make sure that you tune in the simulcast program on  
both the TV (or VCR) and the receiver.  
Numeric buttons  
POWER TUNING  
+
/
AUDIO FUNCTION  
z If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning  
interval  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down  
POW
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
to the closest covered value.  
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
A+B  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
Tuning intervals for direct tuning are:  
FM: 50 kHz intervals  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AM: 10 kHz intervals (USA and Canadian model only;  
to change to 9 kHz intervals, see page 33.)  
9 kHz intervals (Australian model only)  
9 kHz intervals (models for all other countries; to  
change to 10 kHz intervals, see page 33.)  
FM MODE  
DISPLAY DIRECT  
FM/AM  
1
2
Press POWER to turn on the receiver.  
Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations  
(automatic tuning)  
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
TUNER indicator lights up.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
If you dont know the frequency of the radio station  
you want, you can have the receiver scan all the  
receivable stations to locate the one you want.  
3
4
5
Press FM/ AM to select FM or AM stations.  
Press DIRECT.  
1
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
TUNER indicator lights up.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.  
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz  
2
Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in  
the display.  
1
0
2
5
0
b
b
b
b
Example 2: AM 1350kHz  
3
4
Press FM/ AM to select FM or AM.  
(You dont have to enter the last “0.”)  
1
3
5
b
b
Press TUNING + or –.  
Press the + button for a higher station number;  
press the – button for a lower one. When you tune  
past either end of the band, the receiver  
automatically jumps to the opposite end and  
continues scanning in the same direction. Every  
time a station is received, the receiver stops  
scanning. To continue scanning, press the button  
again.  
6
When you tune in AM stations, adjust the  
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum  
reception.  
To receive other stations  
Repeat Steps 3 to 5.  
z If the STEREO indicator remains off  
Press FM MODE even when an FM stereo broadcast is  
received.  
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Tuning preset stations (preset tuning)  
Presetting Radio Stations  
You can tune directly to a preset station by entering its  
preset number. If you dont know which stations are  
preset on which numbers, you can tune by scanning  
the preset stations.  
Youll most likely want to preset the receiver with the  
radio stations you listen to often so that you dont have  
to tune in the station every time. The receiver can store  
a total of 30 FM or AM stations. You can store the  
stations on preset numbers combining 3 characters (A,  
B and C) and numbers (0-9). For example, you can  
store a station as preset number A1, B6, or C9.  
1
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
TUNER indicator lights up.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
2
Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C),  
then press the number.  
Numeric buttons  
PRESET TUNING  
+
/
For example, select A and then press 7 to tune in  
the station preset as A7.  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
z You can tune by scanning the preset stations  
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the TUNER  
indicator lights up, and then press DISPLAY so that the  
frequency display appears. Then press PRESET  
TUNING + or – to select the station you want. Each  
time you press the buttons, the preset numbers change  
as follows:  
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
A+B  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
MEMORY SHIFT AUDIO FUNCTION  
nA1˜A2˜...˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...˜B0N  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
TUNER indicator lights up.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
nC0˜...C2˜C1N  
Tune in the station you want.  
If you are not familiar with how to tune in a  
station, see “Receiving Broadcasts” on page 15.  
Indexing Preset Stations and  
Program Sources  
Press MEMORY.  
“MEMORYappears for a few seconds.  
Do Steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORYgoes out.  
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset  
stations (station index) and program sources. These  
index names (for example, “VHS”) appear in the  
receivers display when a station or program source is  
selected.  
Press SHIFT to select a memory page (A, B or C).  
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A,” “Bor  
“C” appear in the display.  
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; 2 VCRs, for example, 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 DAT/ MD jacks.  
Press the number you want to use (0 to 9).  
If “MEMORY” goes out before you specify the  
preset number, start again from Step 3.  
Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to preset other stations.  
To change a preset station  
Preset a new station on the number you want to  
change.  
Digital processing  
control buttons  
DPC MODE  
Note  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about one week,  
the preset stations will be cleared from the receivers  
memory, and you will have to preset the stations again.  
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
A
+B  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
DISPLAY  
VIDEO/AUDIO FUNCTION  
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1
2
To index a preset station  
Press AUDIO FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
TUNER indicator lights up.  
Recording  
The last station you received is tuned in.  
This receiver makes it easy to record to and from the  
components connected to the receiver. You dont have  
to connect playback and recording components  
directly: once you select a program source on the  
receiver, you can record and edit as you normally  
would using the controls on each component.  
To index a program source  
Select the program source (component) to be  
named, then go to Step 3.  
Tune in the preset station you want to create an  
index for.  
If you are not familiar with how to tune in preset  
stations, see “Tuning preset stations (preset  
tuning)” on page 16.  
Before you begin, make sure youve connected all  
components properly.  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
3
4
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the INDEX  
indicator lights up.  
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
A+B  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
Create an index name by using the digital  
processing control buttons as follows:  
VIDEO/AUDIO FUNCTION  
Press  
or  
to select a character, and then press  
to move the cursor to the next position.  
The index name is stored automatically.  
Playback component  
(program source)  
Recording component  
(tape deck, DAT deck,  
MD deck, VCR)  
To insert a space  
Press  
or  
until a blank space appears in the  
ç: Audio signal flow  
c: Video signal flow  
display (the space is between “"” and “A” (STR-  
DE915/ DE715/ D660Z) or “]” and “A” (STR-  
DE615/ D560Z)).  
Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc  
If you’ve made a mistake  
You can record on a cassette tape, Digital Audio Tape  
or MiniDisc using the receiver. See the instruction  
manual of your cassette deck, DAT deck, or MD deck if  
you need help.  
Press  
or  
repeatedly until the character you  
want to change flashes. Then select the right  
character.  
To assign index names to other stations  
Repeat Steps 2 to 4.  
1
2
Select the component to be recorded.  
Set the component to be ready for playing.  
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.  
z You can display either the preset station name  
(program source name) or frequency (component  
originally meant for the selected jacks)  
3
4
Insert a blank tape or an MD into the recording  
deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary.  
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display switches  
between the frequency (or component originally meant  
for the selected jacks) and the preset station name  
(program source name).  
Start recording on the recording deck and then  
start playing the component.  
z You can create an index name for the component  
connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-DE715/DE615/  
D660Z/D560Z only)  
Notes  
You cannot record analog audio signal from a program  
Press 5.1/ DVD INPUT and do the procedure above  
source connected to the LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF/ OPTICAL,  
LD/ DVD jack (STR-DE915 only), or 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-  
DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only).  
starting from Step 3.  
Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from  
the DAT/ MD OUT OPTICAL jack (STR-DE915 only),  
TAPE REC OUT jacks, and DAT/ MD REC OUT jacks .  
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Recording on a video tape  
Using the Sleep Timer Z  
You can record from a VCR, a TV, or an LD player  
using the receiver. You can also add audio from a  
variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See  
your VCR or LD players instruction manual if you  
need help.  
You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a  
time you specify.  
SYSTEM OFF  
VISUAL  
LEARN POWER  
SLEEP  
SLEEP  
1
2
Select the program source to be recorded.  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
TV  
5.1  
INPUT  
CONTROL  
ON  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Set the component to be ready for playing.  
For example, insert the laser disc you want to  
record from into the LD player.  
TV/VIDEO  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
CH/  
BACK  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
ENTER PRESET  
RMS/START  
ANT  
0
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
TEST  
TONE  
3
4
Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1  
or VIDEO 2) for recording.  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
Start recording on the recording VCR and then  
start playing the video tape or laser disc you want  
to record.  
MUTING  
PROGRAMMABLE  
Press SLEEP on the remote while the power is on.  
Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown  
below.  
z You can record sound from a different audio source  
onto a video tape while copying from a video tape  
or laser disc  
n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00n 1:00:00 n 0:30:00 n OFF  
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.  
The display dims after you specify the time.  
Note  
To resume audio recording from the original, select the  
video source again.  
On the STR-DE615 and D560Z, “–” appears instead of “:”.  
z You can freely specify the time  
Note  
Press SLEEP first, then specify the time you want using  
You cannot record audio from a program source connected  
to the LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF/ OPTICAL or LD/ DVD jack  
(STR-DE915 only) or 5.1 INPUT jacks (STR-DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only).  
the digital processing control buttons (  
or  
). The  
sleep time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can  
specify up to 5 hours.  
z You can check the time remaining before the  
receiver turns off  
Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the  
display.  
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REAR SP. (rear speaker)  
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.”  
Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only)  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, first  
specify the type of speakers you have connected and  
the location of the rear speakers. Then use the test tone  
to adjust the speaker volumes to the same level.  
• When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the  
lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an  
inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs  
in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and  
output the rear channel bass frequencies from the  
subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
Digital processing  
control buttons  
SET UP  
• If you do not connect rear speakers, select “NO.”  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
REAR SP. (rear speaker place)  
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
This parameter lets you specify the location of your  
rear speakers for proper implementation of the Digital  
Cinema Sound VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT and VIRTUAL  
MULTI REAR sound fields. Refer to the illustration  
below.  
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
A
+B  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
• Set to SIDE if the location of your rear speakers  
corresponds to section A.  
• Set to BEHIND if the location of your rear speakers  
corresponds to section B.  
Specifying the speaker type and the  
location of the rear speakers  
This setting affects only the VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT  
and VIRTUAL MULTI REAR sound fields.  
Note that this parameter does not appear when the  
REAR SP. (rear speaker) parameter is set to “NO.”  
1
2
Press SET UP repeatedly to select SPEAKER  
SETUP.  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
/
) to select the parameter to be set and use the  
buttons ( ) to select the setting.  
/
FRONT SP. (front speaker)  
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.”  
• When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the  
lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an  
inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs  
in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and  
output the front channel bass frequencies from the  
subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers.  
90°  
A
A
45°  
B
B
20°  
SUB WOOFER (subwoofer selection)  
• If you connect a subwoofer, select “YES” to output  
the LFE (low frequency extension) channel from the  
subwoofer.  
• If you do not connect a subwoofer, select “NO.” This  
activates the Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection  
circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other  
speakers.  
CENTER SP. (center speaker size)  
• If you connect large speakers that will effectively  
reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARGE.”  
• When a Dolby Digital sound source (indicated by the  
lighting of the DISCRETE indicator) produces an  
inadequate surround effect, or when cracking occurs  
in the sound output, select “SMALL” to activate the  
Dolby Digital (AC-3) bass redirection circuitry and  
output the center channel bass frequencies from the  
front speakers, subwoofer or other “LARGE”  
speakers.  
z If you feel the surround effect is inadequate  
Do the procedure below to adjust the delay time for the  
center and rear speakers.  
1 Press SET UP repeatedly to select OTHER SETUP.  
2 Use the digital processing control buttons (  
to select CENTER DELAY or REAR DELAY and use  
the buttons ( ) to select the delay time.  
/
)
• If you do not connect the center speaker, select  
“NO.”  
/
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To turn off the test tone  
Press TEST TONE.  
Adjusting the speaker volume Z  
Use the remote while seated in your listening position  
to adjust the volume of each speaker.  
Notes  
Be sure to select “NORMAL SURROUND” or  
“ENHANCED SURROUND” before outputting the test  
tone.  
Note  
The test tone is not output when:  
— The DIRECT PASS indicator is on.  
— ”MUTING” appears in the display.  
This receiver incorporates a new test tone with a frequency  
centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment.  
ANT  
0
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
GENRE  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
TEST  
TONE  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF  
TEST TONE  
MODE  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/  
DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
DPC MODE  
MUTING  
PROGRAMMABLE  
To obtain the best possible Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
sound, first select the center mode according to your  
speaker system. Then, adjust the sound parameters of  
the PRO LOGIC sound field.  
DIGITAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
1
Press SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF to turn on the  
sound field.  
Note that you must have at least one additional pair of  
speakers and/ or one center speaker to do the following  
adjustments.  
2
3
Press GENRE repeatedly to select “DOLBY.”  
Press MODE to select “NORMAL SURROUND”  
or “ENHANCED SURROUND.”  
Digital processing  
control buttons  
SET UP  
4
5
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR  
indicator lights up.  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
TV  
/
DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
5.1 INPUT  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
A
+B  
BOOST  
Press TEST TONE.  
You will hear the test tone (see page 22) from each  
speaker in sequence.  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
5.1/DVD  
INPUT  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
BALANCE  
6
From your listening position, use the digital  
processing control buttons (  
/
) to select the  
parameter to be set and use the buttons (  
/
)
SYSTEM OFF  
to select the setting so that the test tone can be  
heard at the same level from all speakers.  
VISUAL  
SLEEP  
LEARN POWER  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
/
FUNCTION  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
LD  
TV  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
To adjust  
Select  
And set between  
TV  
CONTROL  
ON  
5.1  
INPUT  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
TV/VIDEO  
rear speaker  
balance  
REAR L R  
L (left) and R (right)  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
BACK  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
CH/  
ENTER PRESET  
RMS/START  
ANT  
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
0
=
+
rear speaker  
level  
REAR  
–20.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
TEST TONE  
CENTER  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
center speaker CENTER  
level  
–20.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
REAR  
LEVEL  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
+
/
LEVEL  
+
/
DPC  
MODE  
MUTING  
subwoofer  
level  
SUB WOOFER  
–20.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
PROGRAMMABLE  
During adjustment of the respective speaker level/  
balance, the test tone is output from the speaker(s)  
only.  
After adjusting the subwoofer level, the test tone  
turns off automatically.  
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Selecting the center mode  
Adjusting the speaker volume Z  
The receiver offers you four center modes:  
PHANTOM, 3 CH LOGIC, NORMAL, and WIDE. Each  
mode is designed for a different speaker configuration.  
Select the mode that best suits your speaker system  
configuration.  
The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your  
speakers to the same level. (If all of your speakers have  
equal performance, you dont have to adjust the  
speaker volume.)  
Using the controls on the remote lets you adjust the  
volume level from your listening position.  
1
Press SET UP on the main unit repeatedly to  
select CENTER MODE (STR-DE715/ D660Z) or  
CTR MODE (STR-DE615/ D560Z).  
1
2
3
Do Steps 1 to 3 on page 22 to select the PRO  
LOGIC sound field.  
2
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to select the center mode you want  
by referring to the following table.  
/
Make sure the center mode setting is correctly  
made (see the table on this page).  
/
/
If you have  
Select  
So that  
Press TEST TONE on the remote.  
You will hear the test tone from each speaker  
sequentially.  
Front and rear  
speakers, no center  
speaker  
PHANTOM The sound of the  
center channel is  
output from the  
front speakers  
4
Adjust the volume levels so that you hear the test  
tone from each speaker at the same volume level  
when you are in your listening position:  
• To adjust the balance of the front right and front  
left speakers, use the BALANCE control on the  
front of the main unit.  
• To adjust the level of center speaker, press  
CENTER LEVEL + or – on the remote.  
• To adjust the level of rear speakers, press REAR  
LEVEL + or – on the remote.  
Front and center  
speakers, no rear  
speaker  
3 CH LOGIC The sound of the  
(3 Channel  
Logic)  
rear channel is  
output from the  
front speakers  
Front and rear  
speakers, and a small  
center speaker  
NORMAL  
The bass sound of  
the center channel  
is output from the  
front speakers  
(because a small  
speaker cannot  
produce enough  
bass)  
5
Press TEST TONE on the remote to turn off the  
test tone.  
Front and rear  
speakers, and a  
center speaker  
equivalent to your  
front speakers  
WIDE  
You can obtain  
“complete” Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround  
sound  
z You can adjust all the speakers at one time  
Adjust MASTER VOLUME.  
z You can increase the output level of the rear  
speakers  
You can raise the output of the rear speakers by 5 dB.  
When turning on the receiver, press POWER and  
MODE simultaneously to display “GAIN UP.” To  
return the output level to normal, repeat this procedure  
to display “GAIN NORMAL” (STR-DE715/ D660Z) or  
“GAIN NORM” (STR-DE615/ D560Z).  
(Continued)  
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z What is the test tone?  
Signal given out by the receiver for adjusting the  
speaker volume. The test tone will come out as follows:  
Using Pre-programmed Sound  
Fields  
• In a system with a center speaker (NORMAL/WIDE  
/3 CH LOGIC modes)  
The test tone is output from the front L (left), center,  
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by  
selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields  
according to the program you want to play.  
front R (right), and rear speakers in succession.  
Front (L)  
Front (R)  
SOUND FIELD ON/OFF  
Center  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
POWER  
4
6
TONE  
SUR  
INDEX  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
3 CH LOGIC  
Rear (L, R)  
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
A
+B  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
NORMAL/WIDE  
GENRE MODE  
• In a system without a center speaker (PHANTOM  
mode)  
The test tone is output from the front and the rear  
1
Press SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF to turn on the  
sound field.  
speakers alternately.  
One of the indicators lights up in the display.  
Front (L, R)  
2
3
Press GENRE to select the type of sound field you  
desire.  
Press MODE to select the mode you desire from  
the respective genre.  
PHANTOM  
Select the appropriate sound field according to the  
chart on page 23 or 25.  
Rear (L, R)  
To play without surround effects  
Select “ACOUSTIC” from MUSIC. The surround  
effects are defeated but you can still adjust the tone  
parameter (see page 27).  
To turn off the sound fields  
Press SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF.  
z You can find Dolby Surround-encoded software by  
looking at the packaging  
However, some videos and laser discs may use Dolby  
Surround sound even if its not indicated on the  
package.  
Notes  
Do not select both speakers (A+B) with the SPEAKERS  
selector when using sound fields.  
Sound fields are turned off whenever the program source  
connected to the 5.1 INPUT jacks is selected (STR-DE715/  
DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only).  
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Sound fields for STR-DE915  
GENRE  
MODE  
To  
GENRE  
MODE  
To  
MUSIC  
SMALL HALL  
LARGE HALL  
Reproduce the acoustics of a  
rectangular concert hall. Ideal  
for soft acoustic sounds.  
DOLBY1) NORMAL  
SURROUND  
Decode programs processed  
with Dolby Surround  
ENHANCED  
SURROUND  
Provide a greater sence of  
presence from Dolby Digital  
sources with monaural rear  
channel sound  
SMALL OPERA  
HOUSE  
Reproduce the acoustics of a  
opera house  
LARGE OPERA  
HOUSE  
MOVIE  
CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound  
SMALL JAZZ  
CLUB  
Reproduce the acoustics of a  
jazz club  
A
characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment “Cary  
Grant Theater” cinema  
production studio  
LARGE JAZZ  
CLUB  
CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound  
CHURCH  
Reproduce the acoustics of a  
church  
B
characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment “Kim  
Novak Theater” cinema  
production studio  
LIVE HOUSE  
ACOUSTIC2)  
KARAOKE3)  
ARENA  
Reproduce the acoustics of a  
live house  
CINEMA STUDIO Reproduce the sound  
Reproduce normal 2 channel  
stereo. (No surround effects)  
C
characteristics of the Sony  
Pictures Entertainment  
scoring stage  
Reduce the vocals of a normal  
2 channel music source  
SMALL THEATER Add the acoustic reflections of  
a theater to decoded Dolby  
Reproduce the feeling of  
being in a front row of a large  
concert arena. Great for rock  
music.  
SPORTS  
MEDIUM  
THEATER  
Surround signals  
LARGE THEATER  
STADIUM  
GAME  
Reproduce the feeling of a  
large open-air stadium. Great  
for sporting events or electric  
sounds.  
NIGHT THEATER Watch a movie at low volume  
during the night-time  
MONO MOVIE  
Create a theater-like  
environment from movies  
with 2 channel monaural  
soundtracks  
GAME  
Obtain maximum audio  
impact from video game  
software  
3D  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED A  
Use 3D sound imaging to  
create virtual rear speakers  
from the sound of the front  
speakers without using actual  
rear speakers as shown in the  
illustration A on page 24  
1) Be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/ or  
rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby Digital (AC-  
3) Surround Sound (page 20).  
2) The hookups of the center and/ or rear speakers are  
unnecessary.  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED B  
Use 3D sound imaging to  
create virtual rear speakers  
from the sound of the front  
speakers without using actual  
rear speakers as shown in the  
illustration B on page 24  
3) This parameter has no effect on the music source that has  
separate vocal channel (e.g., a Video CD containing  
karaoke tracks).  
(Continued)  
VIRTUAL REAR Use 3D sound imaging to shift  
SHIFT  
the sound of the rear speakers  
away from the actual position  
as shown in the illustration C  
on page 24. The shift position  
differs according to the REAR  
SP. setting (see page 19).  
VIRTUAL MULTI Use 3D sound imaging to  
REAR  
create an array of virtual rear  
speakers from a single pair of  
actual rear speakers as shown  
in the illustration D on page  
24. The position of the virtual  
speakers differs according to  
the REAR SP. setting (see  
page 19).  
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A VIRTUAL ENHANCED A  
Relationship between a Dolby-surround-sound-  
encoded source and sound output from the receiver  
Sound output from the receiver for a Dolby-surround-  
sound-encoded source will differ according to the  
contents of the sound source and the settings on the  
receiver, as described below.  
L
C
R
For a sound source consisting of Discrete data  
When the DOLBY NORMAL SURROUND or ENHANCED  
SURROUND sound field is selected or the DIRECT PASS  
indicator is on:  
The DISCRETE indicator lights up and the sound is  
decoded and output as is for all Dolby Digital sound  
channels in the source.  
B VIRTUAL ENHANCED B  
L
C
R
When a sound field other than ACOUSTIC and KARAOKE* is  
selected:  
The DISCRETE indicator lights up and all Dolby Digital  
sound channels in the source are processed with the sound  
field before being output.  
When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected or the sound field  
is turned off:  
C VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT  
The sound source is downmixed to 2 channels (L/ R  
stereo) and output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is  
selected, you can adjust the equalizer parameters (see  
page 27).  
When REAR SP. is set to  
SIDE*  
When REAR SP. is set to  
BEHIND*  
L
C
R
L
C
R
For a sound source with Dolby Pro Logic data  
When the DOLBY NORMAL SURROUND or ENHANCED  
SURROUND sound field is selected or the DIRECT PASS  
indicator is on:  
SL  
SR  
“PRO LOGIC” appears and the Dolby Pro Logic sound is  
decoded and output.  
SL  
SR  
When a sound field other than ACOUSTIC is selected:  
The sound source is processed with the sound field before  
being output. If the sound field genre is MOVIE  
(excluding MONO MOVIE sound field) or 3D, “PRO  
LOGIC“ appears in the display and Dolby Pro Logic  
sound is decoded and output.  
D VIRTUAL MULTI REAR  
When REAR SP. is set to  
SIDE*  
When REAR SP. is set to  
BEHIND*  
L
C
R
L
C
R
When the ACOUSTIC sound field is selected or the sound field  
is turned off:  
The sound source is downmixed to 2 channels (L/ R  
stereo) and output. When the ACOUSTIC sound field is  
selected, you can adjust the equalizer parameters (see  
page 27).  
SL  
SR  
* The KARAOKE sound field reduces the level of the vocal  
component which is located at the center of 2-channel  
stereo sound. Since this sound field downmixes a 5-  
channel Dolby Digital source to two channels and  
processes it in the same way, the DISCRETE indicator  
does not light up in KARAOKE mode.  
SL  
SR  
L: front speakers (left)  
R: front speakers (right)  
C: center speaker  
* See page 19 for details on  
how to set the rear speaker  
place.  
SL: rear speaker (left)  
SR: rear speaker (right)  
: virtual speaker  
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1) Be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/ or  
rear speakers to get the most out of the Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround Sound (page 21).  
Sound fields for STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z  
GENRE  
MODE  
To  
PRO LOGIC1) PRO LOGIC  
Decode programs  
processed with  
Dolby Surround  
2) Unavailable on the STR-DE615/ D560Z  
3) The hookups of the center and/ or rear speakers are  
unnecessary.  
ENHANCED  
Provide additional  
output to the rear  
speakers after  
decoding the Dolby  
Surround program  
Customizing the Sound Fields  
MOVIE  
C(INEMA) STUDIO A Reproduce the  
acoustics of a sound  
stage of a studio  
producing regular  
movies  
Each sound field is composed of a tone parameter  
(bass/ treble) and surround sound parameters —  
variables of sound that create the sound image. You  
can customize the sound fields by adjusting some of  
the sound parameters to suit your listening situation.  
Also, since this receiver uses Digital Signal Processing  
(DSP), you can adjust the sound parameters  
electronically (STR-DE915 only). DSP automatically  
converts analog audio signals to digital, which lets you  
adjust the sound with virtually no degradation in  
sound quality.  
C(INEMA) STUDIO B Reproduce the  
acoustics of a sound  
stage of a studio  
producing SFX or  
action movies with  
lots of sound effects  
THEATER  
Add the acoustic  
reflections of a  
theater to decoded  
Dolby Surround  
signals  
Once you customize the sound fields, they are stored in  
memory unless the receiver is unplugged for about 1  
week. To change a customized sound field, make new  
adjustments to the sound field.  
N(IGHT) THEATER2) Watch a movie at  
low volume during  
the nighttime  
MONO MOVIE  
Create a theater-like  
environment from  
movies with  
Digital processing  
control buttons  
POWER  
monaural  
soundtracks  
MASTER VOLUME  
5
PO
4
6
MUSIC  
S(MALL) HALL2)  
Reproduce the  
SUR  
INDEX  
TONE  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
VIDEO  
3
LD  
/
DVD  
TV/DBS  
TAPE  
DAT  
/
MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
3
7
DPC  
MODE  
acoustics of a small  
rectangular concert  
hall. Ideal for soft  
acoustic sounds.  
2
8
DIRECT PASS  
DISCRETE  
1
9
SPEAKERS  
A
g
OFF  
B
BALANCE  
0
10  
BASS  
A
+B  
BOOST  
DIRECT  
PASS  
SOUND FIELD  
ON OFF  
SET UP  
/
PRESET  
TUNING  
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
DIRECT  
SHIFT  
TUNING  
+
/
+
GENRE  
MODE  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
INPUT  
MODE  
L
R
PHONES  
FM MODE FM  
AM DISPLAY MEMORY  
VIDEO  
3
INPUT  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
L(ARGE) HALL  
JAZZ CLUB  
LIVE HOUSE2)  
ACOUSTIC3)  
STADIUM  
Reproduce the  
acoustics of a larger  
hall  
DPC MODE  
SOUND FIELD ON/OFF  
Reproduce the  
acoustics of a jazz  
club  
(Continued)  
Reproduce the  
acoustics of a live  
house  
Reproduce normal 2  
channel stereo. (No  
surround effects)  
SPORTS  
GAME  
Reproduce the  
feeling of a large  
open-air stadium.  
Great for sporting  
events or electric  
sounds.  
GAME  
Obtain maximum  
audio impact from  
video game software  
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Notes  
Adjustable parameters for each sound field  
of STR-DE915  
All the sound fields can be used with Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
sound sources.  
The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall  
presence of the sound field.  
The volume of the rear speakers, subwoofer, and center  
speaker can still be adjusted even when the DIRECT PASS  
indicator is on.  
Adjustable parameters for each sound field  
of STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z  
DOLBY  
MOVIE  
NORMAL  
ENHANCED  
C STUDIO A  
C STUDIO B  
C STUDIO C  
S THEATER  
M THEATER  
L THEATER  
N THEATER  
MONO MOVIE  
GENRE  
MODE  
TONE  
EFFECT REAR  
CENTER DELAY  
2)  
3)  
PRO LOGIC  
PRO LOGIC  
2)  
2)  
2)  
2)  
3)  
3)  
3)  
3)  
ENHANCED  
C STUDIO A  
C STUDIO B  
THEATER  
N THEATER 1)  
MONO MOVIE  
S HALL1)  
MOVIE  
MUSIC  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED A  
L HALL  
3D  
JAZZ CLUB  
LIVE HOUSE 1)  
ACOUSTIC  
STADIUM  
VIRTUAL  
ENHANCED B  
VIRTUAL REAR  
SHIFT  
VIRTUAL  
MULTI REAR  
SPORTS  
GAME  
MUSIC  
S HALL  
GAME  
L HALL  
S OPERA  
HOUSE  
L OPERA  
HOUSE  
1) Unavailable on the STR-DE615/ D560Z  
2) Adjustable only when center mode is set to  
PHANTOM, NORMAL, or WIDE (see page 21).  
3) Adjustable only when center mode is set to 3 CH  
LOGIC, NORMAL, or WIDE (see page 21).  
S JAZZ CLUB  
L JAZZ CLUB  
CHURCH  
Note  
LIVE HOUSE  
ACOUSTIC  
KARAOKE  
ARENA  
The EFFECT parameter allows you to adjust the overall  
presence of the sound field.  
SPORTS  
GAME  
Before you get started  
STADIUM  
GAME  
To take advantage of Dolby Surround sound, go to  
“Dolby Digital (STR-DE915 only)” on page 19 or  
“Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z  
only)” on page 20. These sections describe how to  
adjust the levels of your speaker system and customize  
the DOLBY (STR-DE915) or PRO LOGIC (STR-DE715/  
DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z) sound field.  
EFFECT: effect level  
WALL: wall type  
SEAT (F-R/ L-R): seat position (front-rear/ left-right)  
REV: reverberation time  
LFE MIX: low frequency effect mix  
D. COMP: dynamic range compression  
R (BAL/ LEV) : rear speaker’s balance/ level  
W LEV: subwoofer level  
C LEV: center speaker level  
EQ: equalizer parameter  
* The settings of these parameters are not stored separately  
for each sound field. They effect all the sound fields.  
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Adjusting the equalizer parameters  
(STR-DE915 only)  
Adjusting the tone parameter (STR-DE715/  
DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
Adjust the equalization (bass or treble) of the front,  
center and rear speakers for optimum sound.  
The following adjustments effect all sound fields  
simultaneously.  
Adjust the tone (bass or treble) of the front, center and  
rear speakers for optimum sound. You can adjust the  
tone of all sounds fields, including Dolby Surround.  
1
2
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the TONE  
indicator lights up.  
1
2
While playing a component, press DPC MODE  
repeatedly until the TONE indicator lights up.  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to select BASS or TREBLE.  
/
/
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
/
) to select the parameter to be set and use the  
buttons (  
/
) to select the setting.  
3
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to adjust the tone level.  
To set  
Select  
And set between  
The adjusted tone level is stored automatically.  
bass level of the  
front speakers  
F: BASS  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
z You can turn off the tone adjustments without  
erasing them  
bass frequency of  
the front speakers  
F: BASS  
99Hz and 992Hz (in  
21 levels)  
The tone adjustments and on/ off setting are stored  
separately for each sound field. Press DPC MODE  
repeatedly to turn off the TONE indicator.  
treble level of the  
front speakers  
F: TREBLE  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
treble frequency of F: TREBLE  
the front speakers  
1.0kHz and 8.6kHz  
(in 21 levels)  
Adjusting the delay time (STR-DE715/  
DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
bass level of the  
center speaker  
C: BASS  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
You can make the surround sound more effective by  
delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay  
time). You can select a delay time of 15, 20, and 30 ms.  
Set a short delay time when the rear speakers are  
located in a large room or far from your listening  
position.  
bass frequency of  
the center speaker  
C: BASS  
99Hz and 992Hz (in  
21 levels)  
treble level of the  
center speaker  
C: TREBLE  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
treble frequency of C: TREBLE  
the center speaker  
1.0kHz and 8.6kHz  
(in 21 levels)  
bass level of the rear R: BASS  
speakers  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
1
2
3
Start playing a program source encoded with  
Dolby surround sound.  
bass frequency of  
the rear speakers  
R: BASS  
99Hz and 992Hz (in  
21 levels)  
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR  
indicator lights up.  
treble level of the  
rear speakers  
R: TREBLE  
–10.0dB and +10.0dB  
(in 0.5 dB steps)  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to select the delay time.  
/
/
treble frequency of R: TREBLE  
the rear speakers  
1.0kHz and 8.6kHz  
(in 21 levels)  
The current delay time appears in the display.  
3
Repeat Step 2 if necessary.  
4
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to adjust the delay time.  
z You can turn off the equalizer adjustments without  
erasing them Z  
press EQ/ TONE on the remote.  
Note  
You may hear some noise as you adjust the parameters.  
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2) The adjustment of this parameter does not affect the  
level of the bass frequencies sent to the subwoofer  
from the front, center, or rear channels via the bass  
redirection circuitry. Setting this parameter to 0dB  
outputs the full LFE signal at the mix level  
determined by the recording engineer. Selecting  
MUTE mutes the sound of the LFE channel from the  
subwoofer. However, the low frequency sounds of  
the front, center, and rear speakers are output from  
the subwoofer according to the setting of each  
speaker (page 19).  
Adjusting the effect and surround sound  
parameters (STR-DE915 only)  
Change the surround parameters to fit your listening  
situation. See the chart on page 26 for parameters you  
can adjust in each sound field.  
1
2
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR  
indicator lights up.  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
/
3) Setting this parameter to OFF reproduces the sound  
track with no dynamic range compression. STD  
reproduces the sound track with the full dynamic  
range as intended by the recording engineer. MAX  
provides a dramatic compression of the dynamic  
range.  
) to select the parameter to be set and use the  
buttons (  
To  
/
) to select the setting.  
Select  
And set between  
set the overall  
EFFECT  
0% and 100%  
presence of the  
sound field1)  
Adjusting surround sound parameters  
(STR-DE715/DE615/D660Z/D560Z only)  
Change the surround parameters to fit your listening  
situation. See the chart on page 26 for parameters you  
can adjust in each sound field.  
set the level of the WALL  
high frequencies  
to alter the sonic  
character of your  
listening  
S (soft wall) and H  
(hard wall) (in 17  
levels)  
environment  
Select your seat  
position (front or  
rear) to simulate  
the acoustics of  
the selected  
SEAT  
F (front) and R (rear)  
(in 17 levels)  
To adjust the parameters of the PRO LOGIC sound  
field, see “Dolby Pro Logic (STR-DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only)” on page 20.  
position  
1
2
Press DPC MODE repeatedly until the SUR  
indicator lights up.  
Select your seat  
position (left or  
right) to simulate  
the acoustics of  
the selected  
SEAT  
L (left) and R (right)  
(in 17 levels)  
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to select the parameter you want.  
/
/
position  
set the length of  
time required for  
the reverberation  
from a given sound  
to attenuate to –60  
dB  
REVERB  
S (short) and L (long)  
(in 17 levels)  
3
Use the digital processing control buttons (  
) to adjust the level of the parameter.  
The adjusted parameters are stored automatically.  
attenuate the level LFE MIX  
of the LFE (Low  
Frequency  
Extension) channel  
output from the  
subwoofer2)  
MUTE, –20.0dB and  
0dB (in 0.5 dB steps)  
Note  
If you make new adjustments to a sound field, the previous  
settings are replaced by the new ones.  
Resetting customized sound fields to the  
factory settings  
compress the  
dynamic range of COMP  
the sound track  
D.RANGE  
OFF, 0.1 to 0.9, STD,  
MAX3)  
1
If the power is on, press POWER to turn off the  
power.  
1) When the sound field is KARAOKE, this parameter  
adjusts the vocal presence. The higher the setting, the  
less dominant the vocal sound.  
2
Hold down SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF and press  
POWER.  
“SURR CLEAR!” appears in the display and all the  
sound fields are reset at once.  
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Operating One Component  
While Using Another  
Changing the Factory Setting  
of a FUNCTION Button  
(background operation)  
If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons (page  
13) dont match your system components, you can  
change them. For example, if you connect a Sony LD  
player to the VIDEO 2 jacks, you can assign the VIDEO  
2 button to set the remote to control the LD player.  
You can temporarily operate other components while  
listening to or watching a program.  
OFF  
VISUALSYSTEM  
LEARN POWER  
SLEEP  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
Note that the settings of the TUNER and PHONO  
buttons cannot be changed.  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
TV  
5.1  
INPUT  
CONTROL  
ON  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
TV/VIDEO  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
Numeric and  
ENTER buttons  
+
CH/  
OFF  
VISUALSYSTEM  
LEARN POWER  
BACK  
SLEEP  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
ENTER PRESET  
BACKGROUND  
RMS/START  
ANT  
0
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
=
+
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
SYSTEM  
CONTROL/  
FUNCTION  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
9
(
p
P
r
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
TV  
CONTROL  
ON  
5.1  
INPUT  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
TV/VIDEO  
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
PROCESSING  
Numeric  
and ENTER  
buttons  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BACK  
CH/  
BASS  
BOOST  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
ENTER PRESET  
DPC  
MODE  
RMS/START  
ANT  
0
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
MUTING  
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
PROGRAMMABLE  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
1
2
Hold down BACKGROUND.  
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
MUTING  
Press both the corresponding button of the  
component youre going to use (see the table  
below) and one of the following buttons at the  
same time; VISUAL POWER, TV/ VIDEO, CH/  
PRESET +/ –, ANT TV/ VTR, D.SKIP, (, 9, p,  
0/ ), =/ +, P, r.  
PROGRAMMABLE  
1
2
Hold down the SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION  
button whose function you want to change  
(VIDEO 2, for example).  
Example: To start recording on a tape deck  
while listening to a CD  
Press the corresponding numeric button of the  
component you want to assign to the SYSTEM  
CONTROL/ FUNCTION button (6 - LD player,  
for example).  
While holding down BACKGROUND,  
press 4 (or 5) and press r + ( at the  
same time.  
For the numeric buttons, see the table in  
“Operating One Component While Using  
Another” on this page.  
The following buttons correspond to the  
components.  
Now you can use the VIDEO 2 button to control  
your Sony LD player.  
The button  
Corresponds to  
CD player  
1
2
DAT deck  
To reset the setting to the factory setting  
Repeat the above procedure.  
3
MD deck  
4
Tape deck A  
5
Tape deck B  
6
LD player  
7
VCR (remote control mode VTR 1*)  
VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*)  
VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*)  
DBS tuner  
8
9
>10  
ENTER  
DVD player  
Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting  
that corresponds to Beta, 8mm, and VHS,  
respectively.  
*
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If the LEARN indicator flashes rapidly  
You cannot use the button youve pressed.  
Programming the Remote  
(STR-DE915/DE715/D660Z only)  
4
5
6
On the other remote, select the function that the  
receivers remote is to “learn” and hold down its  
button until the LEARN indicator lights steadily.  
The RM-P501 remote included with the STR-DE915,  
DE715, and D660Z can control non-Sony components  
by “learning” the control signals from their remotes.  
Once this remote learns the other components signals,  
you can use these components as part of your system.  
Additionally, if you have any Sony components that  
fail to operate with this remote, use this programming  
function. This remote can “learn” signals only from  
other infrared wireless remotes. Before you program  
signals, make sure that the two remotes:  
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to program other buttons.  
Note that each button can only “learn” one signal  
from another remote.  
Press LEARN.  
After the LEARN indicator turns off, you can  
control the other component with the programmed  
buttons.  
• Face straight at each other (see Step 3 below)  
• Are placed at a distance of about 2 inches (5 cm)  
• Are not moved during programming  
z When you program the recording signal  
Use the r button to memorize the signal.  
LEARN indicator  
VISUAL POWER  
SYSTEM OFF  
z If you cannot successfully program signals, check the  
OFF  
VISUALSYSTEM  
LEARN POWER  
SLEEP  
following:  
LEARN  
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
If the LEARN indicator does not light up at all, the  
batteries are weak. Replace both batteries.  
If the LEARN indicator does not flash or light up in  
Step 3 or 4, there is interference. Clear the signal as  
described in “Clearing the programmed signals”  
below and program again from the beginning.  
The two remotes are placed too far apart. Make sure  
they are only 2 inches apart.  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
SYSTEM  
CONTROL/  
FUNCTION  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
TV  
CONTROL  
ON  
5.1  
INPUT  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
TV/VIDEO  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
BACK  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
CH/  
ENTER PRESET  
RMS/START  
ANT  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
0
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR  
P
IN  
P
JUMP  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
If you dont proceed to the following steps within  
about 1 minute during Steps 2 and 3, the remote  
automatically exits learning mode. Start again from  
Step 2.  
MASTER  
VOL  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
MUTING  
MASTER VOL –  
PROGRAMMABLE  
If the memory in the remote has become full (If you  
program signals of Sony components, you can store  
about 60 signals.), you can program a new signal on a  
previously programmed button, but the new signal  
will replace the previously programmed one.  
1
Press the SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION  
button of the component you want to program  
(except the TUNER and PHONO buttons).  
For example, if you want to program a CD players  
remote, press CD.  
Notes  
2
3
Press LEARN to turn on the LEARN indicator.  
You cannot turn on programmed components by pressing  
a SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION button. You have to  
turn on the components power switch.  
Press the button on this units remote that is to  
“learn” the signal from the other remote.  
The LEARN indicator flashes slowly.  
Do not program remote signals of air conditioners or other  
household appliances.  
Use only the shaded buttons shown above (see  
“Remote Button Descriptions” on page 37 for the  
buttons you can use to operate each component).  
Clearing the programmed signals  
To clear all the programmed signals, do the following.  
The buttons functions are reset to the factory-preset.  
Other remote  
1
2
Press LEARN to turn on the LEARN indicator.  
Receivers remote  
Hold down SYSTEM OFF, VISUAL POWER, and  
MASTER VOL – until the LEARN indicator  
flashes three times and then turns off.  
About 2 inches  
(5 cm)  
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/You cannot record audio from a program source  
connected to the LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF/ OPTICAL or  
LD/ DVD jack (STR-DE915 only) or 5.1 INPUT jacks  
(STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only).  
Troubleshooting  
If you experience any of the following difficulties while  
using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to  
help you remedy the problem. Should any problem  
persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from  
the rear speakers.  
/Select the appropriate size of the rear speakers (STR-  
DE915 only) or center mode (STR-DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only) (see pages 19 and 21).  
/Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see pages 20  
and 21).  
Theres no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.  
/Check that the speakers and components are connected  
securely.  
/Make sure you select the correct component on the  
receiver.  
/Make sure you turned on the sound field function.  
/Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector correctly  
(see page 8).  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
/Check that the antennas are connected securely.  
Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if  
necessary.  
/Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING” is shown  
in the display.  
/The protective device on the receiver has been  
activated because of a short circuit. Turn off the  
receiver, eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn  
on the power again.  
/The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when  
you tune in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning.  
/Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when  
you tune in AM stations with automatic tuning) (see  
pages 15 and 33).  
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.  
/Check that the speakers and components are connected  
correctly and securely.  
/No stations have been preset or the preset stations have  
been cleared (when you tune in with scanning preset  
stations). Preset the stations (see page 16).  
/Press DISPLAY so that the frequency appears in the  
display.  
/Adjust the BALANCE control.  
Severe hum or noise is heard.  
/Check that the speakers and components are connected  
securely.  
Surround effect cannot be obtained.  
/Turn on the sound field function.  
/Check that the connecting cords are away from a  
transformer or motor, and at least 10 feet (3 meters)  
away from a TV set or fluorescent light.  
/Place your TV away from the audio components.  
/Make sure you connect a ground wire to the y SIGNAL  
GND terminal.  
/Make sure that the SPEAKERS selector is set to A or B  
when you use two sets of front speakers.  
No picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV  
screen or on the monitor.  
/Select the appropriate function on the receiver.  
/Set your TV to the appropriate input mode (press TV/  
VIDEO on the remote for Sony TVs).  
/The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth  
slightly moistened with alcohol.  
/Place your TV away from the audio components.  
No sound is heard from the center speaker.  
/Select a DOLBY (STR-DE915 only), PRO LOGIC (STR-  
DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only), or MOVIE (except  
MONO MOVIE) sound field (see page 22).  
/Select the appropriate speaker type and the location of  
the rear speakers (STR-DE915 only) or center mode  
(STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only) (see pages 19  
and 21).  
The remote does not function.  
/Point the remote at the remote sensor g on the  
receiver.  
/Remove the obstacles in the path of the remote and the  
receiver.  
/Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones if  
they are weak.  
/Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see pages 20  
and 21).  
/Make sure you select the correct function on the  
remote.  
/Pressing TV CONTROL ON sets the remote to operate  
the TV only. In this case, press one of the SYSTEM  
CONTROL/ FUNCTION buttons before operating the  
receiver (etc.).  
A component cannot be selected.  
/Check the FUNCTION HOOKUP (STR-DE915/ DE715/  
D660Z only) or FUNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/ D560Z  
only) setting of the component (see page 14).  
/Press POWER on the main unit to turn on the receiver  
and check the FUNCTION HOOKUP (FUNC HOOK  
UP) setting of the component you want to use. If the  
component is set to NO (–N–), the receiver and the  
component will not turn on when you press respective  
SYSTEM CONTROL/ FUNCTION button.  
Recording cannot be made.  
/Check that the components are connected correctly.  
/Select the source component with the VIDEO/ AUDIO  
FUNCTION buttons.  
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Inputs  
Surround  
LFE MIX:  
MUTE, –20 - 0 dB, 0.5 dB  
step  
D. RANGE COMP:  
OFF, 0.1 - 0.9, STD, MAX  
REAR level:  
S/N  
Specifications  
(weighting  
network,  
input level)  
Impedance  
Sensitivity  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
50  
75 dB*  
kilohms (A, 2.5 mV)  
PHONO  
2.5 mV  
–20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step  
CENTER level:  
–20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step  
SUB WOOFER level:  
–20 - +10 dB, 0.5 dB step  
EFFECT:  
21-step adjustable  
WALL:  
17-step adjustable  
SEAT F/ R:  
17-step adjustable  
SEAT L/ R:  
CD (STR-  
DE915)  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL  
HARMONIC DISTORTION  
150 mV  
CD (other  
models)  
200 mV  
50  
82 dB*  
With 8-ohm load, both  
channels driven, from 20 -  
20,000 Hz, rated 100 watts  
per channel, minimum RMS  
power, with no more than  
0.09% total harmonic  
distortion from 250  
kilohms (A, 150 mV)  
TAPE, DAT/MD,  
VIDEO 1, 2, 3  
(STR-DE915  
only),  
LD/DVD,  
TV/DBS  
150 mV  
17-step adjustable  
REBERB time:  
LD/DVD  
AC-3 RF  
(STR-DE915  
only)  
100 dB  
(A, 20 kHz,  
LPF)  
75  
17-step adjustable  
Depending on the sound  
field, some parameters  
may not be adjustable (see  
page 26).  
milliwatts to rated output  
(USA model only).  
LD/DVD, CD,  
DAT/MD  
OPTICAL  
(STR-DE915  
only)  
100 dB  
(A, 20 kHz,  
LPF)  
50  
Equalizer  
BAND: BASS/ TREBLE  
Turnover frequency:  
Bass: 99 Hz - 992 Hz  
Treble: 1.0 kHz - 8.6 kHz  
Level: ±10 dB, 0.5 dB step  
Amplifier section  
POWER OUTPUT  
5.1 INPUT  
(Unavailable  
on STR-  
82 dB*  
200 mV  
Stereo mode  
(8 ohms 20 Hz - 20 kHz,  
THD 0.09%)  
kilohms (A, 150 mV)  
DE915)  
100 W + 100 W  
* ‘78 IHF  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz  
Surround mode (8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
0.8%)  
Outputs  
VIDEO 1, 2 AUDIO OUT:  
Voltage: 150 mV,  
Impedance: 10 kilohms  
WOOFER:  
Front: 100 W/ ch  
Center*: 100W  
Rear*: 100 W/ ch  
Antenna terminals  
75 ohms, unbalanced  
Voltage: 2 V  
Impedance: 1 kilohms  
PHONES:  
Accepts low and high  
impedance headphones  
* Depending on the sound  
field settings and the  
source, sound will not be  
output.  
Sensitivity  
Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 µV  
Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 µV  
Usable sensitivity  
11.2 dBf, 2 µV (IHF)  
5.1/DVD mode (unavailable on STR-DE915)  
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD  
0.8%)  
BASS BOOST STR-DE915: +6 dB at 50 Hz  
STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/  
S/N  
Mono: 76 dB  
Stereo: 70 dB  
D560Z: +10 dB at 70 Hz  
Front: 100 W/ ch  
Center: 100W  
Rear: 100 W/ ch  
Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz  
Mono: 0.3%  
TONE (unavailable on STR-DE915)  
±8 dB at 100 Hz and 10 kHz  
Stereo: 0.5%  
Dynamic power output  
155 W + 155 W, 8 ohms  
220 W + 220 W, 4 ohms  
Separation  
45 dB at 1 kHz  
Digital signal processor section  
(STR-DE915 only)  
Modulation (A/D conversion)  
Frequency response  
30 Hz - 15 kHz +0.5 dB  
Harmonic distortion at rated output  
Less than 0.09% (with  
–2  
High Density Linear  
Converter  
DIRECT PASS on)  
Selectivity  
60 dB at 400 kHz  
Demodulation (D/A conversion)  
High Density Linear  
Frequency response  
PHONO: RIAA  
equalization curve  
±0.5 dB  
AM tuner section  
Converter (Advanced  
pulse D/ A converter)  
Tuning range With 10 kHz interval:  
530 - 1710 kHz (USA and  
Canadian model only**)  
530 - 1610 kHz (models for  
all other countries except  
for Australia)  
CD, TAPE, DAT/ MD,  
Sampling frequency  
VIDEO 1, 2,:  
10 Hz - 50 kHz  
+0.5  
48 kHz  
dB (with  
–2  
DIRECT PASS on)  
With 9 kHz interval:  
531 - 1710 kHz (USA and  
Canadian model only)  
531 - 1602 kHz (Australian  
model and models for all  
other countries**)  
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Antenna  
Loop antenna  
Dimensions  
430 × 155 × 350 mm  
(17 × 6 1/ × 13 7/  
inches)  
8
8
Glossary  
Usable sensitivity  
50 dB/ m (at 1,000 kHz or  
including projecting parts  
and controls  
999 kHz)  
Center mode  
Mass (Approx.)  
Setting of speakers to enhance Dolby  
Pro Logic Surround mode. To obtain the  
best possible surround sound, specify  
the type of each speaker (page 19) (STR-  
DE915 only) or select one of the four  
center modes (page 21) according to  
your speaker system (STR-DE715/  
DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only).  
S/N  
54 dB (at 50 mV/ m)  
STR-DE915: 11.2 kg (24 lb  
10 oz)  
STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/  
D560Z: 9.8 kg (21 lb 9 oz)  
Harmonic distortion  
0.5 % (50 mV/ m,  
400 kHz)  
Supplied accessories  
See page 4.  
Selectivity  
At 9 kHz: 35 dB  
At 10 kHz: 40 dB  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
For your reference, the following table  
shows the relationship between the  
speaker type parameters and the center  
mode.  
** You can change the AM tuning  
interval to 9 kHz (USA and Canadian  
model only) or to 10 kHz (models for  
all other countries except for  
Australia). After tuning in any AM  
station, turn off the receiver. Hold  
down the PRESET TUNING + button  
and press the POWER button. All  
preset stations will be erased when  
you change the interval. To reset the  
interval to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat  
the procedure.  
FS  
CS  
RS  
C.Mode  
SMALL SMALL SMALL  
LARGE SMALL SMALL NORMAL  
SMALL SMALL LARGE  
LARGE SMALL LARGE NORMAL  
LARGE LARGE SMALL WIDE  
LARGE LARGE LARGE WIDE  
Video section  
Inputs  
1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
SMALL LARGE SMALL  
SMALL LARGE LARGE  
Outputs  
1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
SMALL NO  
LARGE NO  
LARGE NO  
SMALL NO  
SMALL  
General  
System  
SMALL PHANTOM  
LARGE PHANTOM  
Tuner section:  
PLL quartz-locked digital  
synthesizer system  
Preamplifier section:  
Low-noise NF type  
equalizer  
LARGE  
LARGE SMALL NO  
LARGE LARGE NO  
SMALL SMALL NO  
SMALL LARGE NO  
Power amplifier section:  
Pure-complementary SEPP  
3CH LOGIC  
Power requirements  
USA and Canadian models:  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Australian model:  
240 V AC, 50 Hz  
Other models:  
120/ 240/ 220 V AC  
selectable, 50/ 60 Hz  
FS: Front speaker size  
CS: Center speaker size  
RS: Rear speaker size  
C.Mode: Dolby Pro Logic center mode  
Power consumption  
Delay time  
STR-DE915:  
Time lag between the surround sound  
output from front speakers and rear  
speakers. By adjusting the delay time of  
the rear speakers, you can obtain the  
feeling of presence. Make the delay time  
longer when you have placed the rear  
speakers in a small room or close to  
your listening position, and make it  
shorter when you have placed them in a  
large room or apart from your listening  
position.  
Canadian model: 480 VA  
Other models: 290 W  
STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/  
D560Z:  
USA model: 280 W  
Canadian model: 480 VA  
Australian model: 280 W  
AC outlets  
Australian model:  
1 switched, maximum  
100 W  
Other models:  
2 switched, total  
120 W  
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Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
Sound field  
This is a new digital surround system proposed to reproduce  
Dolby SR-D (the 3 dimensional sound system developed for  
use in movie theaters) in the home. This technology allows  
you to enjoy the full 5.1 ch soundtrack intended by the  
filmmaker, in the comfort of your own home.  
Sound pattern produced by a sounding source or sources in  
a given environment due to direct and reflected sounds and  
the acoustics of the environment.  
Surround sound  
Sound that consists of three elements: direct sound, early  
reflected sound (early reflections) and reverberative sound  
(reverberation). The acoustics where you hear the sound  
affect the way these three sound elements are heard. These  
sound elements are combined in such a way that you can  
actually feel the size and the type of a concert hall.  
Dolby Pro Logic Surround  
Decoding system of Dolby Surround sound standardized in  
TV programs and movies. Compared with the former Dolby  
Surround system, Dolby Pro Logic Surround improves  
sound image by using four separate channels: off-screen  
audio effects, on-screen dialog, left-to-right panning, and  
music. These channels manipulate the sound to be heard and  
enhance the action as it happens on the screen. To take  
advantage of Dolby Pro Logic, you should have at least one  
pair of rear speakers and/ or one center speaker. You also  
need to select the appropriate center mode to enjoy a full  
effect.  
Types of sound  
Reverberation  
Early reflections  
Effect level  
Direct sound  
Combination of the level of early reflections and  
reverberation. You can adjust the effect level in 6 levels. As  
you select higher levels, the room becomes “live,” and as  
you select lower levels, the room becomes “dead.”  
Transition of sound from rear speakers  
Direct sound  
5.1 INPUT jacks  
These jacks are used to input decoded Dolby Digital AC-3  
audio signals, allowing you to enjoy 5.1 channel surround  
sound (STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only). Use these  
jacks to connect a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder or a DVD  
player with a built-in AC-3 decoder.  
Early  
Level  
reflections  
Reverberation  
Parameter  
Variable of sound that composes sound image, such as tone  
or delay time. You can customize the pre-programmed  
sound fields by adjusting parameters to suit your listening  
situation.  
Time  
Early reflection time  
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Table of Functions of the SET UP Button  
You can make various settings using the SET UP button on the main unit and the digital processing control buttons.  
Operations related to each menu are explained in the previous sections. The table below describes how to access  
each menu.  
Press SET UP repeatedly to select* Press  
or  
to select  
Then press  
or  
to select  
See page  
SPEAKER SETUP  
(STR-DE915)  
FRONT SP.  
LARGE or SMALL  
19  
19  
CENTER SP.  
REAR SP.  
LARGE, SMALL, or NO  
REAR SP.  
SIDE or BEHIND  
YES or NO  
19  
19  
21  
SUB WOOFER  
CENTER MODE (STR-DE715/ D660Z) PHANTOM  
CTR MODE (STR-DE615/ D560Z)  
3 CH LOGIC  
NORMAL  
WIDE  
DISPLAY SETUP (STR-DE715/ D660Z) DIMMER  
DISPL SETUP (STR-DE615/ D560Z)  
among 4 levels of brightness  
13  
6
CONTROL A1 (STR-DE915/ DE715 (USA, AUTO, FIX, or OFF  
Canada))  
FUNCTION HOOKUP (STR-DE915/ VIDEO 1  
YES or NO (STR-DE915/ DE715/  
14  
DE715/ D660Z)  
FUNC HOOK UP (STR-DE615/  
D560Z)  
D660Z)  
VIDEO 2  
LD/ DVD (STR-DE915)  
TV/ DBS  
–Y– or –N(STR-DE615/ D560Z)  
TAPE  
DAT/ MD  
CD  
PHONO  
OTHER SETUP (STR-DE915)  
CENTER DELAY  
0 to 5ms (in 1 ms steps)  
0 to 15ms (in 5 ms steps)  
19  
19  
REAR DELAY  
DIMMER  
among 4 levels of brightness  
AUTO, FIX, or OFF  
13  
6
CONTROL-A1  
* “PLEASE PUSH CURSOR” (STR-DE915 only) or “USE CURSOR” (STR-DE715/ DE615/ D660Z/ D560Z only) appears in the  
display after 4 seconds you press the SET UP button.  
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Rear Panel Descriptions  
STR-DE915  
1 2 4 56 7 8 9 0  
!¡  
!™ !£ !¢ !∞  
!§  
LD  
AC-3  
/
DVD IN  
S-LINK TV/DBS LD/DVD VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
S-LINK  
MONITOR  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
REAR  
CENTER  
RF  
LD  
OPTICAL  
CD IN  
OPTICAL  
DAT  
OPTICAL  
DAT  
OPTICAL  
CTRL A1  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
IN  
S
R
L
STATUS IN  
/
DVD IN  
+
+
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
FRONT  
/
/
MD IN  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
SIGNAL  
GND  
MD OUT  
L
IMPEDANCE USE 8–16  
+
+
+
y
DIGITAL  
R
AC OUTLET  
A
A
L
IN  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
R
L
+
B
B
FM  
y
75  
R
COAXIAL  
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT / MD  
TAPE  
IMPEDANCE USE 4–16  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
@¢ @£@™@¡ @º !ª  
!•  
!¶  
STR-DE715 (DE615/D660Z/D560Z)  
3 4 5 7 8 9 0  
!¡  
!™ !£ !¢ !∞  
!§  
S-LINK  
CTRL A1  
TV / DBS  
VIDEO 2  
VIDEO 1  
S-LINK  
MONITOR  
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
S
CTRL  
OUT  
S
CTRL  
S
STATUS IN  
OUT  
IN  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
REAR  
CENTER  
R
L
5.1/DVD INPUT  
FRONT REAR  
IMPEDANCE  
SELECTOR  
WIRELESS  
REAR  
SPEAKER  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
+
+
WOOFER  
AUDIO  
OUT  
L
FRONT  
4
8
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
R
R
L
L
IMPEDANCE USE 8–16   
SIGNAL GND  
IN  
y
FRONT SPEAKERS  
AC OUTLET  
R
CENTER WOOFER  
+
R
L
+
FM  
75Ω  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
IN  
AM  
COAXIAL  
A
B
A
B
L
y
R
+
R
L
+
ANTENNA  
PHONO CD  
DAT / MD  
TAPE  
IMPEDANCE USE 4–16 Ω  
@¢ @£@™@¡ @º !ª  
!•  
!¶  
1 LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF (STR-  
DE915 only)  
2 LD/ DVD IN/ CD IN/ DAT/ MD  
IN/ OUT OPTICAL (STR-DE915  
only)  
7 VIDEO 2  
8 VIDEO 1  
9 CTRL S (STR-DE915/ DE715  
(USA, Canada) only)  
0 MONITOR  
!∞ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR  
AC power cord  
AC OUTLET (Outlet shape and  
position varies according to  
destination)  
3 5.1 INPUT (STR-DE715/ DE615/  
D660Z/ D560Z only)  
4 S-LINK CTRL A1 (STR-DE915/  
DE715 (USA, Canada) only)  
5 TV/ DBS (USA, Canadian, and  
Australian models)  
WOOFER  
!™ SURROUND SPEAKERS  
(REAR)  
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
(CENTER)  
WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER  
(STR-DE915/ DE715/ DE615  
only)  
!• FRONT SPEAKERS (A/ B)  
TAPE  
DAT/ MD  
CD  
@™ PHONO  
y SIGNAL GND  
ANTENNA (AM/ FM)  
TV (other models)  
6 LD/ DVD (STR-DE915 only)  
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Remote Button Descriptions  
Page numbers in parentheses refer to procedures that use the remote button. In these procedures, the remote button  
is either required or used in place of a main-unit button with the same function and name (or a similar name).  
Refer to the table on the next page for an explanation of remote buttons not indicated below or for remote buttons  
without a corresponding button on the main unit.  
2
SYSTEM OFF  
VISUAL  
LEARN POWER  
3
SLEEP  
1
4
5
SYSTEM CONTROL  
VIDEO VIDEO  
/
FUNCTION  
LD  
VIDEO  
1
2
3
TV  
(AUTO CATEGORIZE SYSTEM)  
TAPE  
DAT/MD  
CD  
TUNER  
PHONO  
TV  
5.1  
INPUT  
CONTROL  
ON  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
6
7
@£  
@™  
TV/VIDEO  
D.TUNING  
DISC  
+
BACK  
GROUND SHIFT  
>10  
CH/  
@¡  
@º  
ENTER PRESET  
8
RMS/START  
ANT  
SUB CH  
+
)
RMS  
POSITION SWAP TV/VTR  
D. SKIP  
0
=
+
DIRECTION  
CLEAR P IN P  
JUMP  
9
(
p
P
r
SOUND FIELD  
ON/OFF GENRE MODE  
TEST  
TONE  
!ª  
!•  
!¶  
9
0
EQ/  
TONE  
BAND SLOPE  
DIRECT  
+
LEVEL  
+
REAR CENTER  
DIGTAL  
PROCESSING  
CONTROL  
MASTER  
VOL  
!¡  
!™  
!£  
BASS  
BOOST  
DPC  
MODE  
!§  
MUTING  
PROGRAMMABLE  
!∞  
!¢  
1 SLEEP (18)  
9 TEST TONE (20, 21)  
!• EQ/ TONE (27)  
2 LEARN (RM-P501 only) (30)  
3 VISUAL POWER (30)  
4 SYSTEM OFF (14, 30)  
5 SYSTEM CONTROL/  
FUNCTION (12, 13, 15 to 18, 29,  
30)  
6 5.1 INPUT (14, 17)  
7 TV/ VIDEO (14)  
8 ENTER (29)  
0 CENTER LEVEL +/ – (21)  
REAR LEVEL +/ – (21)  
!™ BASS BOOST (13)  
MASTER VOL +/ – (12, 21, 30)  
MUTING (13)  
!∞ DPC MODE (17, 20, 27, 28)  
DIGITAL PROCESSING  
CONTROL (17, 19 to 21, 27, 28)  
DIRECT (13)  
SOUND FIELD ON/ OFF/  
GENRE/ MODE (20 to 22)  
SHIFT (16)  
BACKGROUND (29)  
@™ Numeric buttons (15, 16, 29)  
TV CONTROL ON (14)  
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Remote  
Button  
Operates  
Function  
Remote  
Button  
Operates  
Function  
0-9, >10  
Receiver  
Selects preset numbers  
RMS  
Tape deck  
Selects tape direction (tape  
DIRECTION  
decks with the RMS  
function only)  
*
CD player/ MD Selects track numbers.  
deck/ LD player 0 selects track 10.  
RMS CLEAR  
Tape deck  
Tape deck  
Clears RMS program (tape  
decks with the RMS  
function only)  
*
TV/ VCR  
Receiver  
Selects channel numbers  
CH/ PRESET  
+/ –  
Scans and selects preset  
stations  
RMS  
Programs tracks (tape deck  
DIRECTION  
9/ (  
with the RMS function  
only)  
*
TV/ VCR  
Selects preset channels  
DISC  
CD player  
Selects discs (CD player  
with multi-disc changer  
only)  
ENTER  
TV/ VCR/ DBS Changes channels/ discs  
tuner/ CD  
player  
when used with 0-9  
D.TUNING  
D. SKIP  
Receiver  
Selects the direct tuning  
mode  
VISUAL  
POWER  
DVD/ TV/  
VCR/ DBS  
tuner/ LD  
player  
Turns on or off the power  
CD player  
Skips discs (CD player with  
multi-disc changer only)  
TV CONTROL TV  
ON  
Turns on the TV, switches  
the input to “TV,” and sets  
the remote to operate the TV  
CD/ DVD  
player  
Searches tracks (forward or  
backward)  
0/ )  
Tape deck/ MD Fast forwards or rewinds  
deck/ VCR/ LD  
player  
-/ - -  
TV  
Selects the channel entry  
mode, either one or two  
digit (in Europe only)  
=/ +  
CD/ DVD  
player/  
MD deck/ LD  
player  
Skips tracks  
SUB CH +/ –  
POSITION  
SWAP  
TV  
TV  
TV  
TV  
TV  
Selects preset channels for  
the small picture  
**  
Changes the position of the  
small picture  
**  
P
CD/ DVD  
Pauses play or record. (Also  
starts recording with  
components in record  
standby.)  
player/ Tape  
deck/ MD  
deck/ LD  
Swaps the small and the  
large picture  
**  
player/ VCR  
P IN P  
Activates the picture-in-  
picture function  
**  
(
p
CD/ DVD  
Starts play  
JUMP  
Jumps back and forth  
between the previous and  
current channels  
player/ Tape  
deck/ MD  
deck/ LD  
player/ VCR  
ANT TV/ VTR VCR  
Selects output signal from  
the antenna terminal: TV  
signal or VCR program  
CD/ DVD  
Stops play  
player/ Tape  
deck/ MD  
deck/ LD  
MASTER VOL TV  
+/ –  
Normally, adjusts the  
master volume of the  
receiver.  
player/ VCR  
If TV CONTROL ON was  
pressed, it adjusts the  
volume on the TV.  
9
Tape deck  
Tape deck  
Starts play on the reverse  
side  
Sets tape decks to the record  
standby mode  
r
MUTING  
TV  
Normally, mutes the sound  
from the receiver.  
If TV CONTROL ON was  
pressed, the sound on the  
TV itself is muted.  
r + (  
Tape deck/ MD Starts recording when  
deck/ VCR  
pressed with ( (or 9  
on tape deck)  
SLOPE  
BAND  
Not applicable  
Not applicable  
RMS: Random Music Sensor  
*
**  
Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function  
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A
Remote  
changing the setting 29  
clearing the signals 30  
controlling non-Sony  
components 30  
background operation 29  
programming 30  
SOUND FIELD  
Adjusting  
ON/ OFF 20, 22, 25  
SYSTEM CONTROL/  
FUNCTION 13, 29, 30  
SYSTEM OFF 13, 30  
TEST TONE 20  
delay time 19, 27  
effect and surround sound  
parameters 28  
equalizer parameters 27  
speaker volume 20, 21  
tone parameter 27  
TUNING +/ – 15  
TV CONTROL ON 13  
VIDEO/ AUDIO FUNCTION  
11, 12, 15-17  
S
Automatic tuning 15  
Scanning  
preset stations. See Preset  
tuning  
radio stations 15  
Selecting a component  
input mode 12  
B
C
VISUAL POWER 30  
Numeric buttons 15, 16, 29  
5.1(/ DVD) INPUT 12, 13  
Background operation 29  
Battery  
4
Center mode 21, 33  
Connecting. See Hookups  
Customizing  
remote 29, 30  
sound field 25-28  
on the main unit 12  
using the remote 13, 14  
Selecting the center mode 21  
Sleep timer 18  
Switch and selector  
INPEDANCE SELECTOR  
POWER 11, 12, 15, 25  
SPEAKERS 8, 12  
6
Sound field  
adjustable parameters 27, 28  
customizing 25-28  
pre-programmed 22-25, 34  
resetting 28  
D
Delay time 19, 27, 33  
Direct tuning 15  
Connectors and terminals  
ANTENNA (FM/ AM) 5  
FRONT SPEAKERS A/ B 6  
Dolby Digital 19, 33  
Dolby Pro Logic  
Speakers  
connection 6, 7  
y SIGNAL GND  
6
Surround 20-22, 34  
Dolby Surround setup  
Dolby Digital 19, 20  
Dolby Pro Logic 20-22  
Dubbing. See Recording  
impedance  
placement  
8
SURROUND SPEAKERS  
(CENTER/ REAR) 6  
8
selecting speaker system  
8
specifying the speaker type  
and location of the rear  
speakers 19  
Controls  
E, F, G  
Supplied accessories  
4
BALANCE 11, 12, 20  
Editing. See Recording  
Effect level 26, 34  
Surround sound 19-22, 34  
MASTER VOLUME 11, 12  
T
H
Jacks  
Hookups  
Test tone 22  
AC power cord 11  
Tuning. See Receiving  
broadcasts  
CD  
5
antennas  
5
CD IN OPTICAL 10  
CONTROL S 10  
DAT/ MD  
audio components 5, 6  
CONTROL A1 6  
U, V  
5
Unpacking  
4
digital components 10, 11  
DAT/ MD IN/ OUT OPTICAL  
10  
overview  
4
W, X, Y, Z  
speakers 6, 7  
LD/ DVD  
9
Watching TV/ video programs  
13  
TV/ VCRs 9, 10  
LD/ DVD IN AC-3 RF/  
OPTICAL 10  
I, J, K  
MONITOR 9  
Na m e s o f co n t ro ls  
Indexing preset station and  
program source 16, 17  
PHONES 12  
PHONO  
5
Buttons  
S-LINK CTRL A1 5  
TAPE 5  
L
BACKGROUND 29  
BASS BOOST 12  
CENTER LEVEL +/ – 20  
TV (/ DBS) 9  
VIDEO 1/ 2 9  
Labeling. See Indexing preset  
station and program source  
WIRELESS REAR SPEAKER 7  
WOOFER 6  
/
/
/
(digital processing  
M, N, O  
control) 12, 16, 19, 20, 25  
DIRECT 15  
5.1 INPUT 10  
Making components  
selectable/ unselectable 14  
DIRECT PASS 12  
DISPLAY 15, 16  
DPC MODE 16, 20, 25  
ENTER 29  
P, Q  
Indicators  
Parameter 26-28, 34  
Preset number 16  
Preset station 16, 17  
Preset tuning 16  
BASS BOOST 13  
DIRECT PASS 13  
INDEX 17  
FM/ AM 15  
FM MODE 15  
LEARN 30  
GENRE 20, 22  
STANDBY 12, 15  
SUR 27, 28  
INPUT MODE 12  
LEARN 30  
R
Receiving broadcasts  
by scanning stations. See  
Automatic tuning  
directly. See Direct tuning  
using preset stations. See  
Preset tuning  
Recording  
on an audio tape or MD 17  
on a video tape 18  
TONE 27  
MASTER VOL +/ – 30  
MEMORY 16  
5.1 INPUT 12, 14  
MODE 11, 20, 22  
MUTING 11, 13  
PRESET TUNING +/ – 16  
REAR LEVEL +/ – 20  
SET UP 12, 19, 20  
SHIFT 16  
Other  
AC OUTLET 11  
g 4  
SLEEP 18  
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Example2: Watching a video  
tape  
Receiving Preset  
Stations  
Receiving Broadcasts  
Press repeatedly until  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
(direct tuning)  
the VIDEO 1 indicator  
lights up.  
Example: Receiving station  
number A7  
v
Example: Receiving FM  
102.50 MHz  
Turn on the VCR.  
Press repeatedly until  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
v
Press repeatedly until  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
the TUNER indicator  
lights up.  
Start playing.  
the TUNER indicator  
lights up.  
v
v
SHIFT  
Select A.  
FM / AM  
Select FM.  
Using Pre-  
v
7
v
programmed Sound  
Fields  
DIRECT  
v
1
0
2
5
0
Scanning Preset  
Stations  
Example: Watching a Dolby  
Surround-encoded movie on  
a laser disc player connected  
to LD/DVD (STR-DE915) or  
VIDEO 2 (STR-DE715/DE615/  
D660Z/D560Z)  
Display  
Press repeatedly until  
FM 102.50MHz  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
the TUNER indicator  
lights up.  
v
Press repeatedly until  
DISPLAY  
Select the frequency  
VIDEO FUNCTION  
Scanning Radio  
Stations  
the LD/ DVD or  
VIDEO 2 indicator  
lights up.  
display.  
v
PRESET  
TUNING  
+
v
(automatic tuning)  
SOUND FIELD  
ON / OFF  
Example: Scanning FM  
stations  
Selecting a  
Component  
v
Press repeatedly until  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
the TUNER indicator  
lights up.  
Press repeatedly to  
GENRE  
select DOLBY (STR-  
DE915) or PRO  
LOGIC (STR-DE715/  
DE615/ D660Z/  
D560Z).  
v
Example1: Playing a CD  
DISPLAY  
Select the frequency  
display.  
Press repeatedly until  
AUDIO FUNCTION  
the CD indicator  
lights up.  
v
FM / AM  
Select FM.  
v
v
Turn on the CD player.  
Press repeatedly to  
select NORMAL  
(STR-DE915), PRO  
LOGIC (STR-DE715/  
DE615/ D660Z/  
D560Z), or  
v
MODE  
TUNING  
v
+
+
Start playing.  
v
TUNING  
ENHANCED.  
(To continue scanning.)  
v
Turn on the LD player.  
v
Start playing.  
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