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4-252-084-13(1)

FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver

Operating Instructions

STR-DE497

2004 Sony Corporation
model name1[STR-DE497] [4-252-084-13(1)]
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. Dont throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly as chemical waste.
Except for customers in Europe ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR partner,
Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
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About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DE497. Check your model number by looking at the lower right corner of the front panel. The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, see pages 38-41.

About area codes

The area code of the receiver you purchased is shown on the lower portion of the rear panel (see the illustration below).

CENTER

FRONT A

4-XXX-XXX-XX AA

Area code
Any differences in operation, according to the area code, are clearly indicated in the text, for example, Models of area code AA only. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. **DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Table of Contents

Getting Started
1: Check how to hookup your components.. 5 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks. 7 1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks. 10 1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks.. 12 2: Connecting the antennas. 14 3: Connecting speakers.. 15 4: Connecting the AC power cord. 17 5: Setting up the speakers. 18 6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance.. 20 TEST TONE
Advanced Adjustments and Settings
Switching the audio input mode for digital components.. 31 INPUT MODE Customizing sound fields. 31 Adjusting the tone.. 33 Advanced settings.. 33

Other Operations

Naming preset stations and inputs. 35 Using the Sleep Timer. 36 Selecting the speaker system. 36 Recording.. 37

Amplifier Operation

Selecting the component.. 21 Listening to multi channel sound.. 21 MULTI CH IN Listening to FM/AM radio.. 22 Storing FM stations automatically. 23 AUTOBETICAL (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) Presetting radio stations. 23 Using the Radio Data System (RDS). 24 (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) Changing the display.. 26 About the indications in the display. 27

Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. When connecting an audio/video cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white; and red (right, audio) to red. When connecting optical digital cords, insert the cord plugs straight in until they click into place. Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
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1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks
Hooking up a DVD player or satellite tuner
For details on the required cords (AF), see page 6.
1 Connect the audio jacks.

DVD player

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

VIDEO 2 IN

ANTENNA

MONITOR

SA-CD/ CD IN

DVD IN COAXIAL

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT
SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER

MULTI CH IN

SA-CD/CD

OUT R IN MD/TAPE

AUDIO IN

R AUDIO IN DVD VIDEO 2

AUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

DIGITAL OPTICAL L

Satellite tuner
You can listen to the sound of your TV by connecting your TVs audio output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver. In this case, do not connect the TVs video output jack to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack on the receiver.
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2 Connect the video jacks.

TV monitor

OUTPUT OUTPUT
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Hooking up a Super Audio CD/CD player

Super Audio CD/CD player

OPTICAL OUT
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies.
The sound is not output when you play a Super Audio CD on the Super Audio CD player connected to the SA-CD/ CD OPTICAL IN jack on this receiver. Connect to the analog input jacks (SA-CD/CD IN jacks). Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Super Audio CD player.

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1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks
If your DVD or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect it to this receivers MULTI CH IN jacks to enjoy the multi channel sound. Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks can be used to connect an external multi channel decoder. For details on the required cords (AF), see page 6.

SURROUND CENTER

MULTI CH OUT
DVD player, Super Audio CD player, Multi channel decoder, etc.
This connection also allows you to enjoy software with multi channel audio recorded in formats other than the Dolby Digital and DTS.
When you make connections to the MULTI CH IN jacks, you will need to adjust the level of the surround speakers and sub woofer using the controls on the connected component.
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VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN
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1c: Connecting components with only analog audio jacks
Hooking up audio components

LINE L

INPUT OUTPUT

MD/Tape deck

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Hooking up video components
If you connect your TV to the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 21). For details on the required cords (AF), see page 6.

VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT

B OUT L

B L IN

AUDIO OUT L
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2: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna (supplied)
The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code.
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna. After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible.
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3: Connecting speakers

Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel).

Example of 5.1 channel speaker system configuration
Center speaker Front speaker (Right)

Surround speaker (Right)

Front speaker (Left) Sub woofer

Surround speaker (Left)

Since the sub woofer does not emit highly directional signals, you can place it wherever you want.
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A Speaker cords (not supplied)

(+) ()

B Monaural audio cord (not supplied)

Center speaker

L + R L R L

SURROUND CENTER FRONT A

FRONT B

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS FRONT B*

Sub woofer

Front speaker (Right)

Front speaker (Left)

* If you have an additional front speaker system, connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals. You can select the front speakers you want to use with the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) button. For details, see Selecting the speaker system (page 36).
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4: Connecting the AC power cord
Setting the voltage selector
If your receiver has a voltage selector on the rear panel, check that the voltage selector is set to the local power supply voltage. If not, use a screwdriver to set the selector to the correct position before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Performing initial setup operations
Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This procedure can also be used to return settings you have made to their factory defaults. Use the buttons on the receiver for the operation.
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

120V 220V 240V
PUSH and ENTER appears in the display alternatingly.

Press ENTER.

Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

AC power cord

CLEARING appears in the display for a while, then CLEARED appears. The following are reset to their factory settings. All settings in the SET UP, LEVEL, TONE and CUSTOMIZE menus. The sound field memorized for each input and preset station. All sound field parameters. All preset stations. All index names for inputs and preset stations. MASTER VOLUME /+ is set to VOL MIN.

To a wall outlet

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This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the stations with the clearest signals. If you want to store FM or AM stations one by one, see Presetting radio stations.
Tune in the station that you want to preset using Automatic Tuning (page 22) or Direct Tuning (page 22). Press MEMORY.
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to turn the receiver back on.
AUTO-BETICAL SELECT appears in the display and the receiver scans and stores all the FM and FM RDS stations in the broadcast area. For RDS stations, the tuner first checks for stations broadcasting the same program, then stores only the one with the clearest signal. The selected RDS stations are sorted alphabetically by their Program Service name, then assigned a 2-character preset code. For more details on RDS, see page 24. Regular FM stations are assigned 2character preset codes and stored after the RDS station. When done, FINISH appears in the display momentarily and the receiver returns to the normal operation.
MEMORY appears in the display for a few seconds. Do steps 4 to 5 before the display goes out.
Press PRESET TUNING + or PRESET TUNING repeatedly to select a preset station number.
Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station number as follows:
tA1yA2y.yA0yB1yB2y.yB0T tC0y.yC2yC1T
If MEMORY goes out before you select the preset station number, start again from step 3.
Do not press any button on the receiver or supplied remote during autobetical operation, except ?/1. If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to store stations in your new area. For details on tuning the stored stations, see Tuning to preset stations. If you move the antenna after storing stations with this procedure, the stored settings may no longer be valid. If this happens, repeat this procedure to store the stations again.
You can also use the remote to select a preset station number. Press SHIFT repeatedly to select a memory page (A, B or C) and then press the numeric buttons to select a preset number.

Press MEMORY again.

The station is stored to the selected preset number. If MEMORY goes out before you press MEMORY, start again from step 3.
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset another station.

WEATHER FINANCE CHILDREN SOCIAL RELIGION PHONE IN
Type of program being broadcast (see page 25). b) Text messages sent by the RDS station.
If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, ALARM flashes in the display. When the message consists of 9 characters or more, the message scrolls across the display. If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, NO XXXX (such as NO TEXT) appears in the display.

TRAVEL

LEISURE
Description of program types
Program type indication Description
JAZZ COUNTRY NATION M OLDIES FOLK M DOCUMENT NONE

NEWS AFFAIRS INFO

News programs Topical programs that expand on current news Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice Sports programs Educational programs, such as how-to and advice programs Radio plays and serials Programs about national or regional culture, such as language and social concerns Programs about the natural sciences and technology Other types of programs such as celebrity interviews, panel games, and comedy Popular music programs Rock music programs Easy Listening
SPORT EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE

SCIENCE VARIED

POP M ROCK M EASY M
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Changing the display

Changing the information in the display
You can check the sound field etc. by changing the information in the display.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display will change cyclically as follows. Index name of the input* t Selected input t Sound field currently applied
When the tuner is selected Program Service name** or preset station name*
t Frequency t Program Type indication** t Radio Text indication** t Current Time indication (in 24-hour system)** t Sound field currently applied.
* Index name appears only when you have assigned one to the input or preset station (page 35). Index name does not appear when only blank spaces have been entered, or it is the same as the input name. ** During RDS reception only. (Models of area code CEL, CEK only. See page 25).
Adjusting the brightness of the display

Press DIMMER repeatedly.

The brightness of the display will change in 3 steps.
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About the indications in the display

D.RANGE

Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Kim Novak Theater cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.
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x C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack.
Selecting a sound field for music
Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes
CINEMA STUDIO EX modes are suitable for watching motion picture DVDs (etc.), with multi channel surround effects. You can reproduce the sound characteristics of Sony Pictures Entertainments dubbing studio in your home. The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements. Virtual Multi Dimension Creates 5 sets of virtual speakers from a single pair of actual surround speakers. Screen Depth Matching Creates the sensation that the sound is coming from inside the screen like in theaters. Cinema Studio Reverberation Reproduces the type of reverberation found in theaters. The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes integrate these three elements simultaneously.
HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE CONCERT

HALL JAZZ CONCERT

x HALL
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.

x JAZZ (JAZZ CLUB)

Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.

x CONCERT (LIVE CONCERT)

Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
To turn off the surround effect
Press 2CH to select 2CH ST. or press A.F.D. repeatedly to select A.F.D. AUTO.
The effects provided by the virtual speakers may cause increased noise in the playback signal. When listening with sound fields that employ the virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
The receiver lets you apply the last selected sound field to an input whenever it is selected (Sound Field Link). For example, if you select HALL for the SA-CD/CD input, then change to a different input and then return to SA-CD/CD, HALL will automatically be applied again. You can identify the encoding format of DVD software, etc. by looking at the logo on the package. : Dolby Digital discs : Dolby Surround encoded programs : DTS Digital Surround encoded programs

Select the program source to be recorded. Prepare the component for playing.
For example, insert a video tape you want to record into VCR.
Select the component to be recorded. Prepare the component for playing.
Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1) for recording. Start recording on the recording VCR, then start playing the video tape or DVD you want to record.
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.
Insert a blank tape or MD into the recording deck and adjust the recording level, if necessary. Start recording on the recording deck, then start playback on the playback component.
Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. The analog audio signals of the current input is output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks. The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output. Some sources contain copy guards to prevent recording. In this case, you may not be able to record from the sources.
You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or DVD. Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the video source again.
You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD inputs. Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections. The analog audio signals of the current input are output from the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. The signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from VIDEO 1 OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.
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You can use the remote RM-U306B to operate the components in your system.
Remote button description

SLEEP AV ?/1

SYSTEM STANDBY
Before you use your remote
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert R6 (size-AA) batteries with the + and properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the receiver.

ENTER wg TV/VCR/ Satellite tuner/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck ENTER wh DVD player MAIN MENU ql MASTER VOL +/ qh MD/TAPE 4 Receiver Receiver
SYSTEM STANDBY (Press AV ?/1 ea and ?/1 e; at the same time)
Receiver/TV/ Turns off the receiver VCR/Satellite and other Sony audio/ tuner/ video components. CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck Receiver Outputs test tone. Displays DVD title.

TEST TONE qa

Receiver

TOP DVD player MENU wh

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TUNER wj Receiver TV CH +/ qg TV/VIDEO wf TV VOL +/ qf TV TV
To listen to radio programs. Selects preset TV channels. Selects input signal: TV input or video input. Adjusts the volume of the TV. To watch VCR. (VTR mode 3) To watch VCR. (VTR mode 1) Use with SHIFT to preset radio station or tuning to preset stations and with D.TUNING for direct tuning.
./> VCR/ Skips tracks. 6 CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck m/M 7 CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player VCR/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck N8 Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction. Fastforwards or rewinds.
VIDEO Receiver VIDEO Receiver 0-9 wh Receiver
CD player/ Selects track numbers. VCD player/ 0 selects track 10. LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck TV/VCR/ Selects channel Satellite tuner numbers. 2CH q; >Receiver Selects 2CH STEREO mode.
Starts playback. VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck Pauses playback or recording. (Also starts recording with components in recording standby.)
Selects track numbers CD player/ VCD player/ over 10. LD player/ MD deck TV Selects the channel entry mode, either one or two digit. Turns the receiver on or off.

-/-- 5

?/1 e;
VCR/ Stops playback. CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck
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O wh V/v/B/b wh

DVD player DVD player
Returns to the previous menu or exits the menu. Selects a menu item.
Changing the factory setting of an input button
If the factory settings of the input buttons do not match your system components, you can change them. For example, if you have a tape deck and you do not have an MD deck, you can assign the MD/TAPE button to your tape deck. Note that the settings of the TUNER button cannot be changed.
When you press the input buttons (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, DVD), the input mode of the TV might not switch to the corresponding input mode that you want. In this case, press the TV/VIDEO button to switch the input mode of the TV. Some functions explained in this section may not work depending on the model of the receiver. The above explanation is intended to serve as an example only. Therefore, depending on the component the above operation may not be possible or may operate differently than described.

Additional Information 43GB
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Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. Check that the playing DVD, etc. is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. When connecting the DVD player, etc. to the digital input jacks of this receiver, check the audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the connected component. Recording cannot be done. Check that the components are connected correctly. Select the source component with input buttons. Make sure that INPUT MODE is set to ANALOG (page 31) before recording from a digital component connected to the analog MD/ TAPE terminals. The FM reception is poor. Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Outdoor FM antenna Receiver
RDS does not work.* Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station. Select a stronger FM station. The RDS information that you want does not appear.* Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question. If so, the service may be temporarily out of order. There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen or monitor. Select the appropriate input on the receiver. Set your TV to the appropriate input mode. Move your TV away from the audio components. * Models of area code CEL, CEK only.

Remote control

The remote does not function. Point the remote at the remote sensor on the receiver. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver. Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.
Ground wire (not supplied)

Error message

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message.

To ground

Radio stations cannot be tuned in. Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning. Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning). No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 23). Press DISPLAY repeatedly so that the frequency appears in the display.

PROTECT Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If this problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receivers memory may remedy the problem (page 17). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

Specifications

Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT Models of area code CEL, CEK Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 80 W + 80 W1) Reference Power Output1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) FRONT2): 80 W/ch CENTER2): 80 W SURR2): 80 W/ch Models of area code AU Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) 50 W + 50 W1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 80 W + 80 W1) Reference Power Output1) (8 ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz, THD 0.09%) FRONT2): 50 W/ch CENTER2): 50 W SURR2): 50 W/ch (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) FRONT2): 80 W/ch CENTER2): 80 W SURR2): 80 W/ch (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT2): 100 W/ch CENTER2): 100 W SURR2): 100 W/ch Models of area code KR Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 80 W + 80 W1) 70 W + 70 W3) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT2): 100 W/ch CENTER2): 100 W SURR2): 100 W/ch

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Reference sections for clearing the receivers memory

To clear See

All memorized settings Customized sound fields

page 17 page 32

Additional Information 45GB
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Models of other area code Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 80 W + 80 W1) 1) Reference Power Output (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%) FRONT2): 100 W/ch CENTER2): 100 W SURR2): 100 W/ch 1) Measured under the following conditions:
Area code Power requirements
Inputs (Digital) DVD (Coaxial) Sensitivity: Impedance: 75 ohms S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF) Sensitivity: Impedance: S/N: 100 dB (A, 20 kHz LPF)
VIDEO 2, SA-CD/CD (Optical)
Outputs (Analog) MD/TAPE (OUT), VIDEO 1 (AUDIO OUT) SUB WOOFER Voltage: 500 mV Impedance: 10 kiloohms Voltage: 2 V Impedance: 1 kiloohms
SP, CEL, CEK, KR E2/E3, AU TW
230 V AC, 50 Hz 240 V AC, 50 Hz 110 V AC, 60 Hz
2) Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. 3) Measured under the following conditions:
TONE Gain levels 6 dB, 1 dB step

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna FM wire antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz Sensitivity Mono: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 V/75 ohms Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 22.5 V/75 ohms Useable sensitivity 11.2 dBf, 1 V/75 ohms S/N Mono: 76 dB Stereo: 70 dB Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Mono: 0.3% Stereo: 0.5% Separation 45 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz 15 kHz, +0.5/2 dB Selectivity 60 dB at 400 kHz

KR Frequency response MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, DVD, VIDEO 1, 2 Inputs (Analog) MULTI CH IN, SA-CD/CD, MD/TAPE, DVD, VIDEO 1, 2

220 V AC, 50 Hz

10 Hz 70 kHz +0.5/2 dB (with sound field and tone bypassed)
Sensitivity: 500 mV Impedance: 50 kiloohms S/N4): 96 dB (A, 500 mV5))
4) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and tone bypassed). 5) Weighted network, input level.
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AM tuner section

Tuning range Models of area code E2/E3 With 10-kHz tuning scale: 530 1,610 kHz6) With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 1,602 kHz6) Models of area code CEL, CEK, SP, AU, TW, KR With 9-kHz tuning scale: 531 1,602 kHz Antenna Loop antenna Intermediate frequency 450 kHz Usable sensitivity 50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or 999 kHz) S/N 54 dB (at 50 mV/m) Harmonic distortion 0.5% (50 mV/m, 400 Hz) Selectivity At 9 kHz: 35 dB At 10 kHz: 40 dB 6) You can change the AM tuning scale to 9 kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station, turn off the receiver. While holding down PRESET TUNING + or TUNING +, press ?/1. All preset stations will be erased when you change the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), repeat the procedure.

Supplied accessories

FM wire antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote commander RM-U306B (1) R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) For details on the area code of the component you are using, see page 3. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Video section

Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

General

Power requirements
CEL, CEK SP, KR E2/E3 AU TW Power consumption
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz V AC, 50/60 Hz 120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 240 V AC, 50 Hz 110 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

CEL, CEK, SP, AU, E2/E3, KR TW

180 W 440 W

Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.3 W Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.) 310.5 mm including projecting parts and controls Mass (Approx.) 7.5 kg
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List of button locations and reference pages
How to use page 48 and 49
Use this page to find the location of buttons that are mentioned in the text.

Illustration number r

DISPLAY 3 (25, 26, 44)
R Name of button/part R Reference page

Main unit

ALPHABETICAL ORDER
MAIN MENU 8 (18, 31, 33, 35) MASTER VOLUME /+ qg (17, 20, 21, 43) MD/TAPE wj (21) MEMORY ws (23) MOVIE (button/indicator) qd (29, 43) MULTI CH IN q; (21) MULTI CHANNEL DECODING (indicator) 6 (21) MUSIC (button/indicator) qf (30, 43) PHONES (jack) wf (21, 43) PRESET TUNING /+ w; (23, 47) SA-CD/CD wh (21) SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 2 (16, 36, 43) TUNER FM/AM wg (21, 22, 23, 24, 35) TUNING /+ wa (22, 47) VIDEO 1 e; (21) VIDEO 2 wl (21)

NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS

A.F.D. (button/indicator) qs (28, 29, 30, 43) DIMMER 4 (26) DISPLAY 3 (25, 26, 44) Display 7 (25, 26) DVD wk (21) ENTER 9 (17, 18, 35) FM MODE wd (22) Input buttons ql (21, 31, 34, 35) INPUT MODE qh (31) IR (receptor) 5 (38, 44)
2CH (button/indicator) qa (28, 30, 32) +/ qj (18, 31, 33, 35) </> qk (18, 31, 33, 35) ?/1 (power) 1 (17, 18, 23, 32, 47)
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q; qa qs qd qf

qk qj qh
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Adjusting CUSTOMIZE parameters 33 LEVEL parameters 31 SET UP parameters 18 speaker levels and balance 20 TONE parameters 33 Automatic tuning 22
RDS 24 Recording on a video tape 37 on an audio tape or MD 37
Selecting component 21 front speaker system 36 sound field 2930 SET UP menu 18 Sleep Timer 36 Sound field customizing 31 pre-programmed 2930 resetting 32 selecting 2930 Speakers adjusting speaker levels and balance 20 connection 15 placement 15 Supplied accessories 46
Changing display 26 Clearing receivers memory 17 CUSTOMIZE menu 33
Digital Cinema Sound 29 Direct tuning 22 Dual Mono 34 Dubbing. See Recording

Editing. See Recording

Indexing. See Naming Test tone 20 TONE menu 33 Tuning automatically 22 directly 22 to preset stations 24
Labeling. See Naming LEVEL menu 31

Naming 35

Preset stations how to 23 how to tune 24
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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
model name1[STR-DE497] model name2[HT-4800] [4-252-084-13(1)]

STR-DH710

Key Features
7.1 Channel A/V Receiver (105W x7 @ 8 ohms 1kHz 1% THD) 6 HD Inputs (3 HDMI, 3 Component) Dolby TrueHD and dts HD Enhanced Audio Codecs2 Wireless 2nd Zone audio (S-AIR multi-room capability).3 Digital Cinema Auto Calibration for Quick Speaker Set-Up Audio Return Channel uses just one cable for TV audio4 Standby pass-through of Audio & Video via HDMI connected devices Fully Assignable inputs allows for use of all connections BRAVIA Sync for multi-device control w/ one remote5 Deep color output and x.v.Color support6 Multi Function Digital Media Port7 24p True Cinema pass-through8
7.1 channel Blu-ray Disc A/V Receiver

Key Technologies

6 HD Inputs Get versatile HD connection options with six HD inputs. Three HDMI inputs (up to 1080/24p capable)
let you connect a Sony PlayStation3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc player, any 2 other HDMI-capable devices for high definition video and audio. Three component inputs (1080/60i capable) provide added HD-capable connectivity and versatility1
Blu-ray Disc Audio Decoding Experience sound closer to the way it was captured with LPCM, Dolby trueHD
and dts-HD master audio codecs.2
Wireless 2nd Zone Audio (S-AIR Multi-room Ready) Share music in up to 10 rooms when you add S-AIR
receiver/speaker systems (AIR-SA10) and a S-AIR Card (EZW-T100) to your S-AIR Capable receiver (each S-AIR Speaker System sold separately).3
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration - Quick Speaker Set Up Ensure you get the best sound experience from your
A/V receiver and speakers with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration. Simply place the included microphone where you will be seated and settings are automatically optimized based on the distance, delays and placement of your speakers.
Audio Return Channel Eliminate the need for extra cables connected to your TV. This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible TV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable already being used to send audio and video to your TV. 4
Standby pass-through of Audio & Video Conveniently access all your HDMI connected devices without having
to power on the receiver.
Assignable digital audio and video inputs Get the most out of each audio and video input with the ability to
reassign inputs to support connected devices.

Features

dts Decoding: Yes (dts HD Master Audio) Dolby TrueHD Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital EX Decoding: Yes dts-ES Decoding: Yes (MATRIX 6.1, DISCRETE 6.1) dts 96/24 Decoding: Yes dts NEO:6 Decoding: Yes Dolby Pro Logic Decoding: Yes Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding: Yes Dolby Pro Logic IIX Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital Dual Mono: Yes Digital Cinema Sound Technology: Yes 96k/24Bit PCM: Yes Cinema Studio EX. A/B/C mode: Yes LPCM: Yes Dolby Digital +: Yes 2nd Zone: Yes (S-AIR Wireless Ready)
HD Component Video Output(s): 1 (Rear Y/Pb/Pr) Composite Video Input(s): 4 (1 Front/3 Rear) Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) RCA Audio Input(s): 5 (Rear) RCA Audio Output(s): 2 (Rear) Subwoofer Output(s): 1 (Rear) Antenna Terminal (AM Loop): 1 (Rear) Antenna Terminal (FM 75 Ohm): 1 (Rear) Headphone Output(s): Yes (Gold) Digital Audio Input(s): Assignable (Optical, Coax)
Power Requirements: 120V 60Hz Power Consumption (in Operation): 240W Power Consumption (in Standby): 0.3W

Hardware

Remote Control: Pre-programmed Remote

Speaker

Speaker Terminal Type: Front (Screw)/Others(Push)

Convenience

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration: 6 Band (auto) w/ included mic

Weights and Measurements

Weight (Approx.): 17.6 lbs. (8kg) Dimensions (Approx.): 16.9 x 6.2 x 12.6 in (430 x 157.5 x 322mm) Color: Black UPC Code: 027242779976
1. HDMI cable required and sold separately. 2. Dolby True-HD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding require HDMI cable and capable source device (both sold separately). 3. Transmits up to 164 feet. Signal and sound quality may vary. 4. Requires compatible HDTV connected by HDMI cable (both sold separately). Sound quality will vary depending on source. 5. Works with other BRAVIA Sync or Theatre Sync labeled home audio/video products when connected via HDMI interface. 6. Deep Color and x.v. Color technology are supported only when source product, HDMI cable, media and HDTV all support those features. 7. iPod support is limited to the following players with the optional dock: iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod Nano 1st, 2nd & 3rd generation, iPod 4th& 5th generation & iPod Mini. The TDM-IP50 dock will support iPhone as well. 8. 24p playback capable device required, sold separately. 2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, x.v. Color, and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony. Bluray Disc is a trademark. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. dts is a trademark of dts Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Specifications

Impedance: 8 Ohms Channel Power Rating: 7.1 Channel Power Rating: 105W x 7 Amp Power (8 ohms, 1KhzTHD 1.0%) Sound Fields: Cinema - 8; Music - 10; Auto Format Decoding - 2; 2 Channel - 2; Headphone - 2 Tuner Type: Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning, Station Name A/V Sync: Yes (Variable)-300msec/96kHz Equalizer: BASS and Treble control Sub Woofer Crossover: 17 Point (40-200Hz) Bi-AMP: Yes Bravia Sync : Yes

Preset Memory: 60 (30 FM, 30 AM) AM/FM Memory Presets: 30 AM, 30 FM Auto Tuning: Yes Direct Tuning: Yes (Remote) Sleep Timer: Yes Station Name Display: Yes

Inputs and Outputs

Digital Media Port: 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection Input(s): 3 (Rear) Optical Audio Input(s): 2 (Rear) Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s): 1 (Rear) HD Component Video Input(s): 3 (Rear Y/Pb/Pr)
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