STR-DE897/B

Audio/Video Receiver
7 Channel Power Rating: 110W Per Channel x 7 (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 100W x 7 (8 ohms 20Hz-20kHz, THD 0.09%) Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, dts, dts ES, dts:Neo6, Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding S-Video Up-Conversion from Composite Video Multi-Room Audio Output with Independant Source Selection Preprogrammed/Learning/Macro Remote Control Front Composite A/V and Optical Input 5.1 and 7.1 Multi-Channel Analog Inputs 2 Component Video Inputs: HD Pass (80 MHz)
Auto Channel Grouping Enjoy DVD movies that have the 5.1/6.1 audio converted to 7.1 channels. When a 5.1 channel mix is present, auto channel grouping will route the discrete information for surround left/right directly to surround left/right outputs while adding a new surround back left/right channel. When 6.1 channel mix is detected, auto channel grouping will route the discrete information for surround left/right directly to surround left/right output while the 6th channel is duplicated by both surround back channels (left/right). Dolby Pro Logic II Decoding Creating surround sound requires only a stereo source. Listening to the radio, a CD, or an old VCR tape in full surround sound. Anything stereo can be converted to digital signal and distributed to your front, surround, subwoofer, and center speakers.
Component Video Pass-Through In order to benefit from a progressive or satellite signal, you must use the component video inputs and outputs. This utilizes 3 cables (red, green and blue) to assure proper color separation while more information passes to the display source. Passing these signals through your receiver enables the user to simply switch the function on their receiver, and not worry about changing any settings on the TV.

Features

Amplifier Section Black Finish A/V Receiver (Also Available in Silver) A & B/A or B Speaker Switch 32-bit Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and dts Decoder 32-bit DSP with 13 Acoustic Environments Digital Cinema Sound system with Cinema Studio EX modes Sound Field Modes (Movie, Music, AFD, 2 Channel) Movie: 3 Modes; Music: 3 Modes; AFD: 6 Modes; 2 Channel: 1 Mode Station Presets 30 Total Analog Direct Circuit Device (Discrete) Sound Field Link Inputs and Outputs Assignable Digital Inputs 2 Component Video Inputs HD Pass 80 MHz Screw Terminals for A and B Speaker Connections Front Composite A/V with Optical Multi-Channel In (Analog) 5.1 Channel & 7.1 Channel Input Headphone Jack 1/4" Jack Gold Plated Phono (mm) Control A 1 II Analog Audio Input x 3 Digital Input x 6 (4 Optical, 2 Coaxial) Analog Audio Output x 1 Digital Output x 1 (Optical) 2nd Zone Audio Ouput Pre-Out x 1 (Subwoofer) Composite Video Input x 5 Composite Video Output x 2 S-Video Input x 3 S-Video Output x 1 Component Video Input x 2 (HD Pass 80 MHz) Component Video Output x 1 (HD Pass 80 MHz) Monitor Out x 2 (1 Composite, 1 S-Video) AC Outlet (switched) x 2

Specifications

General Power Requirements 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption n/a Power Consumption (Standby) n/a Video S-Video (Y)/(C) Input Sensitivity Impedance (Y) 1 Vp-p/75 ohm; (C).286 Vp-p/75 ohm Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input Sensitivity Impedance (Y) 1 Vp-p/75 ohm; (Pb).7 Vp-p/75 ohm; (Pr).7 Vp-p/75 ohm Composite Video Output Sensitivity Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 ohm S-Video (Y)/(C) Output Sensitivity Impedance (Y) 1 Vp-p/75 ohm; (C).286 Vp-p/75 ohm Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output Sensitivity Impedance (Y) 1 Vp-p/75 ohm (Pb).7 Vp-p/75 ohm; (Pr).7 Vp-p/75 ohm Amplifier Section Stereo Power Rating 100 Watts Per Channel x 2 (8 ohms 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD.09%) Phono Input S/N Ratio 86 dB Line Input S/N Ratio 96 dB Frequency Response Line (CD) 10 Hz - 100kHz 3 dB Phono Input Sensitivity Impedance 8mV/50 kohm Line (CD) Input Sensitivity Impedance 500mV/50 k ohm Subwoofer Pre-Out Level Impedance 2V/1 kohm

Supplied Accessories

Instruction Manual Remote Model: RM-PG413

Weights & Measures

TBD TBD
Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 For more information: http://www.sony.com/dn
Convenience Remote Commander Remote Control Pre-Programmed + Learn + Limited Macro Easy Setup Expandable Menu System for Simplicity

UPC Codes

0272426441820
2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All trademarks referenced herein are trademarks of Sony or their respective owners.

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4-253-072-11(2)

FM Stereo FM/AM Receiver

Operating Instructions Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.

STR-DE897

2004 Sony Corporation
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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.
For customers in the United States
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For customers in Canada CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. 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 is for model STR-DE897. 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 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 4453.

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3: Connecting speakers

Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 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). You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of DVD software recorded in the Surround EX format if you connect one additional surround back speaker (6.1 channel) or two surround back speakers (7.1 channel) (see Selecting the surround back decoding mode on page 32).
Example of 7.1 channel speaker system configuration
Center speaker Front speaker (Right)

Surround speaker (Right)

Front speaker (Left) Sub woofer
Surround speaker (Left) Surround back speaker (Right) Surround back speaker (Left)
When you connect 6.1 channel speaker system, place the surround back speaker right behind the listening position (see When placing only one surround back speaker illustration on page 19). 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)

Surrond speaker (Left)

Front speaker (Right)

Front speaker (Left)

SPEAKERS FRONT B*

FRONT A Y

S-VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO OUT

SURROUND

SURROUND BACK L SPEAKERS CENTER

AC OUTLET

Sub woofer
Surround back speaker (Right)**
Surround back speaker (Left)**

Center speaker

* 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 SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) button. For details, see Selecting the speaker system (page 40). ** If you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK L terminals.
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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.

The AC OUTLET(s) on the rear of the receiver is a switched outlet, which supplies power to the connected component only while the receiver is turned on. Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receivers AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet. This may cause a malfunction.
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.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Press ?/1 to turn off the receiver. Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds.
PUSH ENTER flashes in the display.

Press ENTER.

To a wall outlet

AC OUTLET*

AC power cord
MEMORY CLEARING appears in the display for a while, then MEMORY CLEARED appears. The following are reset to their factory settings. All settings in the SET UP, LEVEL, EQUALIZER 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. Input is set to DVD.
* The configuration, shape and number of AC outlets vary according to the area code.
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5: Setting up the speakers
You can use the SET UP menu to set the size, distance and location of the speakers connected to this receiver.
x SUB WOOFER XXX (Sub woofer selection)
Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select SET UP. Press or repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust.
For details, see Speaker setup parameters below.
YES If you connect a sub woofer, select YES. NO If you did not connect a sub woofer, select NO. The front speakers are automatically set to LARGE and you cannot change this setting. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers. In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend that you set the cut off frequency on the sub woofer as high as possible.
x FRONT SP XXXXX (Front speakers size)
Some speaker setup items may appear dimmed in the display. This means that they have been adjusted automatically due to other speaker settings or may not be adjustable.
Turn /+ to select the setting you want.

Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select A.F.D. AUTO.
x PLII MUSIC (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.

x NEO6 CINEMA

Performs DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.

x NEO6 MUSIC

Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
The receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input and performs the proper decoding if necessary.
If you connect a sub woofer
When the audio signal is 2 channel stereo or if the source signal does not include a LFE signal, the receiver generates a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer. However the low frequency signal is not generated when Neo:6 Cinema or Neo:6 Music is selected.
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Selecting a sound field

You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receivers preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
x CINEMA ST. EX B (CINEMA STUDIO EX B) DCS
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.
x CINEMA 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 movies
Press MOVIE 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.
The selected sound field appears in the display.

Sound field Display

CINEMA STUDIO EX A DC S CINEMA STUDIO EX B DC S CINEMA STUDIO EX C DC S
CINEMA ST. EX A CINEMA ST. EX B CINEMA ST. EX C
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology. DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood. When played at home, DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director.

There may be no sound from the surround back speaker in Dolby Digital EX mode. Some discs have no Dolby Digital EX flag even though the packages have Dolby Digital EX logos. In this case, select MATRIX.
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Selectable audio inputs for each input

VIDEO 3 OPT

Assigning the audio input

DIGITAL ASSIGN

You can assign a digital audio input for another input. This function is convenient in the following example.
When you have two DVD players and no digital audio input jack is available for the second DVD player.
VIDEO 3, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2

DVD COAX

DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2

TV/SAT OPT

TV/SAT, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2
SA-CD/CD COAX, SA-CD/CD OPT
SA-CD/CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2

MD/TAPE OPT

MD/TAPE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2
Connect the first DVD player to the DVD COAXIAL IN jack on the receiver. You can connect the second DVD player to the TV/SAT OPTICAL IN jack and its analog audio/video output jacks to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks on the receiver. Then, assign the DVD COAXIALs digital audio input to DVD (DVDDVD) and the TV/SAT OPTICALs digital audio input to VIDEO 2 (TV/SATVIDEO 2).
You cannot assign several audio inputs to the same input. You cannot use the audio input for the original input when it is assigned to another input. When you assign the audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically (page 35). You cannot assign for TUNER and PHONO.
Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select CUSTOMIZE. Press or repeatedly to select DIGITAL ASSIGN. Press ENTER. Press or repeatedly to select the digital audio input you want to assign. Turn /+ to select the input you want to assign the digital audio input jack selected in step 4.
The input you can assign varies for each audio input. For details, see Selectable audio inputs for each input.

Recording on a video tape
You can record from a VCR, a TV or a DVD using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See the operating instructions of your VCR or DVD player if you need help.
Listening to the sound in another zone
Select the program source to be recorded. Prepare the component for playing.
S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO OUT
For example, insert a video tape you want to record into VCR.
Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2) for recording. Start recording on the recording VCR, then start playing the video tape or DVD you want to record.
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 can select analog audio signals for output to the 2nd zone.
Press 2ND ZONE repeatedly to select the analog audio signals for output to a stereo amplifier in another room.
You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks. Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the TV/SAT and DVD inputs. Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections. The analog audio signals of the current input are output from the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks. The signals input to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks are not output from VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT or VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 is being used. The analog audio signals of the current or previously used input are output.
Each time you press the button, the audio source changes cyclically as follows: SOURCE*1 t MD/TAPE t SA-CD/CD t TUNER*2
The audio signals of the current INPUT SELECTOR is output. *2 The audio signals of the last selected TUNER function (AM/FM) is output.
Only signals from components connected to the analog input jacks are output through the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks. No signals are output from components connected to only the digital input jacks. When SOURCE is selected, the signals input to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks are not output from the 2ND ZONE OUT jacks even when MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 is selected. The analog audio signals of the current function are output.

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2nd zone connections

Main receiver Audio/video components
CONTROL A1II Control System
The CONTROL A1II Control System was designed to simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components. CONTROL A1II connections provide a path for the transmission of control signals which enable automatic operation and control features usually associated with integrated systems. Currently, CONTROL A1II connections between a Sony CD player, amplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette deck provide automatic function selection.

2ND ZONE OUT

2nd zone Speaker Speaker

Amplifier/Receiver

Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the CONTROL A1II jacks are connected via a PC interface kit to a personal computer running MD Editor or similar application. Also, do not operate the connected component in a manner contrary to the functions of the application, as this may cause the application to operate incorrectly.
CONTROL A1II and CONTROL A1 compatibility
The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the CONTROL A1II which is the standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components. Components with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with CONTROL A1II, and can be connected to each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with the CONTROL A1II control system. However, when making connections between components with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL A1II jacks, the number of functions that can be controlled may be limited depending on the component. For detailed information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component(s).
If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector
If your CD changers COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to CD 1 and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the amplifier (receiver).
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TV ?/TV Receiver Receiver Receiver TV Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Set up the remote. To listen to Super Audio CD or compact disc. Selects the surround back decoding modes. Selects searching mode. Press to select the unit for search (track, index, etc.) Selects a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations. Activates the sleep function and the duration which the receiver turns off automatically. Selects 2ND ZONE output. Changes the subtitles.
Satellite tuner Exits the menu. RM SET UP Remote 1 SA-CD/CD Receiver ws SB Receiver DECODING wh SEARCH MODE e; DVD player

SHIFT qa

SLEEP qk

1-and Receiver 0/10 q;

SOURCE wd Remote SUBTITLE DVD player q; SYSTEM STANDBY (Press AV ?/1 qj and ?/1 qk at the same time)
Receiver/ Turns off the receiver TV/VCR/ and other Sony audio/ Satellite tuner/ video components. CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck Receiver Receiver To listen to audio tape. Outputs test tone. Displays DVD title. To listen to radio programs. Selects preset TV channels. To watch TV programs or satellite receiver. Selects input signal: TV input or video input.
CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck
TV/VCR/ Selects channel Satellite tuner numbers. >10/11 q; CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ MD deck Selects track numbers over 10.
TAPE 5 TEST TONE 9 GUIDE qf
TOP MENU/ DVD player TUNER 7 Receiver TV CH +/ qh TV
Satellite tuner Displays guide menu.
./> VCR/ Skips tracks. q; CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/ LD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck m/M qa CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player LD player/ MD deck VCR/ DAT deck/ Tape deck Searches tracks in the forward or backward direction.
TV/SAT 6 Receiver TV/VIDEO TV ef

Fastforwards or rewinds.

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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 VCR/ CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player

Starts playback.

Selecting the command mode of the remote
Set the remote command mode using the RM SET UP button and the remote command mode buttons.
Selecting the command mode
Pauses playback or record. (Also start recording with components in record standby.)
You can switch the command mode (AV1 and AV2) of the remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver.
Press AV1 or AV2 while holding down RM SET UP.

Press the programmed button to activate the input you want.
If programming is unsuccessful, check the following:
If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries. If the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession while entering the numeric code, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.
Press AV ?/1 while holding down RM SET UP.

The indicator lights up.

Press the input button (including TV ?/1) for the component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to control a CD player, press SA-CD/CD.
Press the numeric buttons to enter the numeric code (or one of the codes if more than one code exists) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component you want to control.
See the tables on pages 4950 for information on the numeric code(s) corresponding to the component and the maker of the component (the first digit and the last two digits of the numeric code correspond to the category and the makers code respectively.)
The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed. In step 2, if several input buttons are pressed, only the last pressed button is valid. In step 2, if you press TV ?/1, only TV VOL +/ , TV CH +/, TV/VIDEO and WIDE buttons are reprogrammed. In step 3, if an input button is pressed, the new input is selected and the programming procedure returns to the beginning of step 3. For the numeric codes, only the first three numbers entered are valid.
To clear the memory of the remote
To clear all programmed and learned signals, do the following to reset the remote to factory settings.
Once the numeric code has been verified, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the programming mode.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to control other components.
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The numeric codes corresponding to the component and the maker of the component
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to control non-Sony components and also Sony components that the remote is normally unable to control. Since the remote signal that a component accepts differs depending on the model and year of the component, more than one numeric code may be assigned to a component. If you fail to program your remote using one of the codes, try using other codes.

To control a DAT deck

Maker Code(s)

SONY PIONEER

203 219

To control an MD deck

SONY DENON JVC KENWOOD

303 304

The numeric codes are based on the latest information available for each brand. There is a chance, however, that your component will not respond to some or all of the codes. All of the input buttons on this remote may not be available when used with your particular component.

To control a tape deck

SONY DENON KENWOOD NAKAMICHI PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TECHNICS YAMAHA
201, 202 204, 205 206, 207, 208, 216 211, 212 213, 214 215, 216 217, 218

To control a CD player

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

To control an LD player

601, 602, 603 606
To control a video CD player
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To control a VCR

To control a TV
SONY AIWA* AKAI BLAUPUNKT EMERSON FISHER GENERAL ELECTRIC GOLDSTAR GRUNDIG HITACHI ITT/NOKIA JVC MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI/MGA NEC PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER RCA/PROSCAN SAMSUNG SANYO SHARP TELEFUNKEN TOSHIBA ZENITH
701, 702, 703, 704, 705, 706 710, 750, 757, 758 707, 708, 709, 711, 712, 713, 714, 715, 716, 750 717, 718, 719, 720 721, 722, 730 723, 722, 725, 729, 726, 727, 728, 736 730, 731, 738 732, 733, 734, 729, 730, 737, 738, 739, 740 729, 730, 722, 729, 730, 731, 741, 747 742, 743, 744, 745 717, 720, 746 748, 749 751, 752 747, 755, 756 754
SONY DAEWOO FISHER GOLDSTAR GRUNDIG HITACHI ITT/NOKIA JVC MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI/MGA NEC PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER RCA/PROSCAN SAMSUNG SANYO SHARP TELEFUNKEN THOMSON TOSHIBA ZENITH
501, 502 504, 505, 506, 507, 515, 503, 511, 512, 515, 534, 544 517, 534 513, 514, 515, 544 521, 503, 518, 544 503, 519, 544 503, 520, 544 509, 524 515, 518 509, 525, 526, 540 510, 527, 528, 529, 544 503, 515, 531, 532, 533, 534, 544 508, 545, 546, 523, 536, 537, 538 530, 537, 539 535, 540, 541 542, 543
To control a satellite tuner or cable box
SONY * If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony instead. JERROLD/G.I. PANASONIC
801, 802, 803, 804 806, 807, 808, 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 805, 819 815, 816, 817

To control a DVD player

RCA S. ATLANTA
SONY PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER TOSHIBA DENON

401, 402, 403 406, 405

To control a tuner

002, 003, 004, 005

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Learning the commands of your components
By using the Learning function, it is possible for this remote to perform learned commands.
Press the appropriate button on the remote control to be learned to send the remote button code.
Setting remote control codes that are not stored in the remote
When a remote control code is not one of the presets stored in the remote, it is possible for the remote to learn the code using the Learning function.
Press TV ?/1 while holding down RM SET UP.
Lightly pressing the button once should be sufficient. If learning is completed successfully, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the learning mode. When learning is not completed successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession and the procedure returns to step 5. If the memory of the remote is already full, the indicator flashes 8 times in quick succession and the remote automatically exits the learning mode.
For example, if you are going to learn an operation for a CD player, press SA-CD/ CD.
You can program more than 80 keys for the Learning function. In some cases, you may not be able to program even if you have not programmed 80 buttons. The number of buttons you can program for each input button are shown in the following table.
Input button area Number of Buttons you can program
Press the button you want to use for the Learning function.
The indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed, then flashes slowly.
Point the remote control code receiver section of the remote towards the receiver/transmitter on the remote control to be learned.
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, DVD VIDEO 3, TV/SAT, TAPE MD/DAT, SA-CD/CD, TUNER PHONO, MULTI CH
78 keys 78 keys 78 keys 52 keys
TV buttons, (TV ?/1, 7 keys TV VOL +/ , TV CH +/, WIDE, TV/VIDEO In steps 2 and 3, the indicator turns off while a valid button is pressed. In step 3, if several buttons that can be used for learning are pressed, only the last pressed button is valid. The indicator flashes slowly, it turns on while a valid button is pressed. In step 5, if a button that can be used for learning is pressed, the new button is selected and the learning procedure returns to the beginning of step 5.

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To cancel learning

Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the learning mode.

Performing several commands in sequence automatically (Macro Play)
The Macro Play function lets you link several IR codes in a sequential order as a single command. The remote provides 2 macro lists (M1 and M2). You can specify up to 10 IR codes for each macro list.
To clear the learned codes
Start over from step 1. After step 3, press TV ?/1 for more than 2 seconds. The indicator lights up twice slowly and the learned code is cleared. If TV ?/1 is pressed less than 2 seconds, the learning procedure returns to the beginning of step 5. When a learned code is cleared, if the button was previously programmed for another input selector, the programmed code for that button can be used.
Setting the sequence of IR codes
Press M1 (or M2) while holding down RM SET UP.
Press the numeric buttons to select the macro step number.
For example, to program step 1, press 1. The indicator flashes slowly.
Point the remote control code receiver section of the remote towards the receiver/transmitter on the remote control to be learned. Press the appropriate button on the remote control to be learned to send the remote button code.
To use a command that has been learned
When selecting a learned input, press the learned button for that input.
Lightly pressing the button once should be sufficient. If learning is completed successfully, the indicator slowly flashes twice and the remote automatically exits the learning mode. When learning is not completed successfully, the indicator flashes 4 times in quick succession and the procedure returns to step 4.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to program up to 10 IR codes.
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If programming is unsuccessful, check the following: If the indicator does not light up in step 1, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries. If the indicator lights up 4 times in quick succession in step 3, an error has occurred. Start again from step 1.
Press RM SET UP during any step. The remote automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To delay the output of an IR code
Start over from step 1. In step 3, Press M1 (TV/SAT) when the macro setting is M1. Press M2 (TAPE) when the macro setting is M2. 1 second delay is programmed at this program step. The indicator lights up twice slowly, then the remote automatically exits the macro setting mode.
To clear the programmed IR codes

On heat buildup

Although the receiver heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this receiver at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

On placement

Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. Use caution when placing the receiver on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

On operation

Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver.
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Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
There is no sound or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected. Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. Check that both the receiver and all components are turned on. Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver. Check that MASTER VOLUME /+ is not set at VOLUME MIN. Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is not set to off (page 40). Check that the headphones are not connected. Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the muting function. There is no sound from a specific component. Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component. Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is (are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver. There is no sound from one of the front speakers. Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is output from the headphones. If only one channel is output from the headphones, the component may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check that all the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the receiver and the component. If both channels are output from the headphones, the front speaker may not be connected to the receiver correctly. Check the connection of the front speaker which is not outputting any sound.