Sony STR-DB1080 manual

FM Ster eo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions 4-241-670- 11 (3) STR-DB1080 © 2002 Sony Corporation[...]

2 GB 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 news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the a[...]

3 GB 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”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater S[...]

4 GB T able of Contents List of Button Locations and Reference Pages Main unit ............................................... 6 Getting Started 1: Check how to hookup your components ..................................... 8 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks .......... 10 1b: Connecting components with multi channel output ja[...]

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6 GB List of Button Locations and Reference Pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text. Illustration number r PLAY MODE qg (9, 13, 14) RR Name of button/part Reference page Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – L ANALOG DIRECT qh (34) AUDIO SPLIT 0 (41) AUTO DEC[...]

List of Button Locations and Reference Pages 7 GB + – + – + – 12 3 456 7 8 9 q; qa qs qd qf qg qh qj ql qk w; wa wg wh wj wk wl wf wd ws v e; ea es ed ef eg ej r; el ra eh ek rs rg rd rf Open the front door[...]

8 GB Getting Started 1: Check how to hookup your components Steps 1a through 1c beginning on page 10 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “ Connectable components ” below for the pages which describe how to connect each component. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “ 2: Connecting [...]

Getting Started 9 GB A Audio cord White (L) Red (R) B Audio/video cord Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) C Video cord Yellow D S-video cord E Optical digital cord F Coaxial digital cord Notes • Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. • Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. • When con[...]

10 GB 1a: Connecting components with digital audio output jacks Hooking up a DVD player, LD player, TV, or satellite tuner For details on the required cords ( A – H ), see page 9. 1 Connect the audio jacks. DVD/LD player Satellite tuner * Connect to either the DVD/LD COAXIAL IN or the DVD/LD OPTICAL IN jack. We recommend making connections to the[...]

Getting Started 11 GB 2 Connect the video jacks. (Except for models of area code CEL, CEK) The following illustration shows how to connect a TV or satellite tuner and a DVD/LD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, B-Y, R-Y) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video. Notes • On this receiver,[...]

12 GB Hooking up a CD/Super Audio CD player and MD/DAT deck For details on the required cords ( A – H ), see page 9. MD/DAT deck CD/Super Audio CD player If you want to connect several digital components, but cannot find an unused input See “ Assigning the audio input (AUDIO SPLIT) ” (page 41). Tips • All the digital audio jacks are compati[...]

Getting Started 13 GB 1b: Connecting components with multi channel output jacks 1 Connect the audio jacks. If your DVD/LD and CD/Super Audio CD players are equipped with multi channel decoder, you can connect them to this receiver ’ s MULTI CH IN jacks to enjoy the sound of the connected component ’ s multi channel decoder. Alternatively, the m[...]

14 GB 2 Connect the video jacks. (Except for models of area code CEL, CEK) The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD or LD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, B-Y, R-Y) output jacks. Connecting a TV with component video input jacks allows you to enjoy higher quality video. Notes • On this receiver, the component video signals cannot be co[...]

Getting Started 15 GB PHONO CD/SACD MD/DAT TAPE SPEA IN IN OUT IN MULTI CH IN 2 OUT OUT VARIABLE IN SIGNAL GND U CONTROL A1 FRONT SURROUND CENTER 2ND ROOM SUB WOOFER L R L R L R L R MONITOR OUT TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR AUDIO IN IN VIDEO CTRL S OUT OUT VIDEO CTRL S OUT CTRL S STATUS IN CTRL S IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN TV/SAT AUDIO IN DVD/LD C[...]

16 GB PHONO CD/SACD MD/DAT TAPE SPEA IN IN OUT IN MULTI CH IN 2 OUT OUT VARIABLE IN SIGNAL GND U CONTROL A1 FRONT SURROUND CENTER 2ND ROOM SUB WOOFER L R L R L R L R MONITOR OUT TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR AUDIO IN IN VIDEO CTRL S OUT OUT VIDEO CTRL S OUT CTRL S STATUS IN CTRL S IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN TV/SAT AUDIO IN DVD/LD COMPONENT VIDEO A[...]

Getting Started 17 GB 2: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. FM wire antenna (supplied) AM loop antenna (supplied) * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code. Notes • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. • Be sure to fully[...]

18 GB 3: Connecting speakers Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver alows you to use a 6.1 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[...]

Getting Started 19 GB SPEAKERS OUT VARIABLE 2ND ROOM SUB WOOFER L R L R MONITOR OUT TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN COMPONENT VIDEO Y P B /C B /B-Y P R /C R /R-Y AC OUTLET IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 Ω IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 Ω L R L R – + – + FRONT A FRONT B – + CENTER SURROUND BACK + – SURROUND PRE OUT SPEAKERS FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK OUT R L I MPE[...]

20 GB 4: Connecting the AC power cord * Except for models of area code KR. The configuration, shape, and number of AC outlets vary according to the model and country to which the receiver is shipped. Notes • 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 i[...]

Getting Started 21 GB x CENTER SP (Center speaker size) • LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “ LARGE ” . Normally, select “ LARGE ” . However, if the front speakers are set to “ SMALL ” , you cannot set the center speaker to “ LARGE ” . • SMALL If the sound is distorted,[...]

22 GB x SURROUND SP (Surround speaker size) • LARGE If you connect large speakers that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “ LARGE ” . Normally, select “ LARGE ” . However, if the front speakers are set to “ SMALL ” , you cannot set the surround speakers to “ LARGE ” . • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you fe[...]

Getting Started 23 GB 6: Adjusting the speaker levels and balance (TEST TONE) Adjust the speaker levels and balance while listening the test tone from your listening position. Use the remote for the operation. Tips • The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. • Although these adjustments can also be made via the LEVEL[...]

24 GB Amplifier/Tuner Operation Selecting the component 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select the function. The selected function appears in the display. To select the Display VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 Camcorder or VIDEO 3 TV game DVD or LD player DVD/LD Satellite tuner TV/SAT Tape deck TAPE MD or DAT deck MD/DAT CD or Super Audio CD/SACD CD player Built in tun[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 25 GB Listening to FM/AM radio You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have connected the FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see page 17). Tip The tuning scale for direct tuning differs depending on the area code as shown in the following table. For details on are[...]

26 GB Direct tuning Enter a frequency of the station directly by using the numeric buttons or NUM menu on the remote. For details on the supplied remote, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote. Models of area code U, CA Use the supplied remote RM-PG411. 1 Press TUNER to switch the function to TUNER. You can also use the FUNCTI[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 27 GB Storing FM stations automatically (AUTOBETICAL) (Models of area code CEL, CEK only) This function lets you store up to 30 FM and FM RDS stations in alphabetical order without redundancy. Additionally, it only stores the stations with the clearest signals. If you want to store FM or AM stations one by one, see “ Pre[...]

28 GB n A1 ˜ A2 ˜ ... ˜ A0 ˜ B1 ˜ B2 ˜ ... ˜ B0 N n C0 ˜ ...C2 ˜ C1 N Tuning to preset stations 1 Rotate FUNCTION to switch the function to TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press PRESET TUNING + or – repeatedly to select the preset station you want. Each time you press the button, you can select the preset station as follo[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 29 GB Notes • If there is an emergency announcement by government authorities, “ Alarm-Alarm! ” flashes in the display. • If a station does not provide a particular RDS service, “ No XX ” (such as “ No Clock Time ” ) appears in the display. • When a station broadcasts radio text data, it is displayed at t[...]

30 GB Description of program types Program type Description indication News News programs Current Affairs Topical programs that expand on current news Information Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice Sport Sports programs Education Educational programs, such as “ how-to ” an[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 31 GB Changing the display Changing the information in the display You can check the volume, sound field, or the decoding information by changing the information in the display. Press DISPLAY repeatedly. The displayed information varies according to the selected function. All functions except TUNER t Function name r Sound [...]

32 GB L SL SR CR 1 OPT: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the OPTICAL terminal. 2 COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL terminal. 3 MULTI CH IN 1/2: Lights up when MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 is selected. 4 MPEG: Lights up when MPEG signals are input. Note Only the f[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 33 GB 0 Tuner indicators: Lights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 25 – 30 for tuner operations. qa SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is activated. qs EQ: Lights up when the equalizer is functioning. qd D.RANGE: Lights up when dynamic range compression is activated. See page 54 to adjus[...]

34 GB Enjoying Surround Sound Automatically decoding the input audio signal (AUTO DECODING) In this mode, the receiver automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, standard 2 channel stereo, etc) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded, without adding [...]

Enjoying Surround Sound 35 GB Selecting a sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver ’ s pre-programmed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home. Sound field list NORMAL SURROUND CINEMA STUDIO EX A D C S CINEMA STUDIO EX B D C S CI[...]

36 GB Selecting a sound field (continued) About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes The CINEMA STUDIO EX modes consist of the following three elements. • Virtual Multi Dimention 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[...]

Enjoying Surround Sound 37 GB Selecting other sound fields Press MODE +/ – repeatedly to select the sound field you want. The selected sound field appears in the display. x NORMAL SURROUND Software with multi channel surround audio signals is played back according to the way it was recorded. This sound field reproduces the acoustics of a small re[...]

38 GB Enjoying the surround effect at low volume level (NIGHT MODE) This function allows you to retain a theater like environment at low volume levels. This function can be used with other sound fields. When watching a movie late at night, you will be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level. Press NIGHT MODE. The “ NIGHT MODE ?[...]

Enjoying Surround Sound 39 GB Tips • When “ PLII MUSIC ” is selected, you can make further adjustments using “ CENTER WIDTH ” , “ DIMENSION ” , “ PANORAMA ” in the SURROUND menu. • You can select the 2 channel decoding mode using “ 2CH MODE ” in the CUSTOMIZE menu (page 47). Selecting the surround back decoding mode (SB DECO[...]

40 GB How to select the surround back decoding mode You can select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream. When you select “ AUTO ” When the input stream contains the 6.1 channel decode flag* 1 , the appropriate decoder is applied to decode the surround back signal. For the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 source, DTS Matrix decoder is [...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 41 GB Advanced Adjustments and Settings Assigning the audio input (AUDIO SPLIT) You can assign the audio input for each function. This function is convenient in the following cases. (Example) When you have two DVD players and no digital audio input jack is available for the second DVD player. Connect the first DVD [...]

42 GB When the multi channel audio input is assigned to a specific function (page 47) The following is displayed instead of “ AUTO 2CH ” and “ ANALOG 2CH FIXED ” . • AUTO MULTI CH 1/2 Gives priority to the analog audio signals input to the MULTI CH IN 1/2 jacks when there is no digital audio signals. • MULTI CH 1/2 FIXED Specifies the a[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 43 GB Customizing sound fields By adjusting the SURROUND menu and LEVEL menu, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Note on the displayed items The setup items you can adjust in each menu vary depending on the sound field. Certain setup parameters may be dimmed in the displ[...]

44 GB Customizing sound fields (continued) Adjusting the LEVEL menu You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all sound fields. 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.). 2 Press LEVEL. The LEVEL menu appears in the display. 3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select [...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 45 GB For advanced LEVEL menu adjustments Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set “ MENU EXPAND ” to “ ON ” to enable advanced adjustments. For details on “ MENU EXPAND ” , see page 46. For details on how to set the items, see page 54. Resetting sound fields to the initial settings 1 Press ?/1 to turn off the po[...]

46 GB Adjusting the equalizer (continued) EQ menu parameters x FRONT BASS XXX.X dB (Front speaker bass level) x FRONT MID XXX.X dB (Front speaker midrange level) x FRONT TREBLE XXX.X dB (Front speaker treble level) x CENTER BASS XXX.X dB (Center speaker bass level) x CENTER MID XXX.X dB (Center speaker midrange level) x CENTER TREBLE XXX.X dB (Cent[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 47 GB x V.POWER (Video power management) • AUTO OFF Lets you turn off the power of the unnecessary video circuits automatically. You can enjoy high quality audio without the influence of video circuits. • ALWAYS ON Lets you keep the power of video circuits on. Depending on the monitor, noise may be produced or [...]

48 GB Advanced settings (continued) x T.TONE (Test tone mode) Lets you select the test tone output mode (page 23). • NORMAL Lets you output the test tone from each speaker in sequence. • PHASE NOISE Lets you output the test tone from two adjacent speakers at a time in sequence. • PHASE AUDIO Lets you output the source sound instead of the tes[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 49 GB x CENTER XX.X meter (Center speaker distance) Initial setting: 5.0 meter (16 feet) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker. You can adjust from a distance equal to the front speaker distance ( A ) to a distance 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer to your listening position ( B ) in[...]

50 GB Advanced settings (continued) 60 ° 90 ° 20 ° A B 30 ° B C C A Tip The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more that 1.5 meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, th[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 51 GB Tip “ SURR POSI. ” (Surround speaker position) is designed specifically for implementation of the sound fields of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields, speaker position is not so critical. Those sound fields were designed under the premise that the surround speakers would be located behind t[...]

52 GB Advanced settings (continued) x FRONT SP > XXX Hz (Front speaker crossover frequency) Initial setting: STD (120 Hz) Lets you adjust the front speaker bass crossover frequency when “ FRONT SP ” (front speaker size) is set to “ SMALL ” . You can adjust from 40 Hz to 200 Hz in 10 Hz steps. x CENTER SP > XXX Hz (Center speaker cross[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 53 GB x PANORAMA MODE (Panorama mode) Lets you perform further adjustments for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding (PLII MUSIC). You can set this parameter only when “ 2CH MODE ” is set to “ PLII MUSIC ” (page 38) and NORMAL SURROUND is selected. • ON Lets you enjoy the surround sound by spreading the [...]

54 GB Advanced settings (continued) Advanced LEVEL menu parameters When “ MENU EXPAND ” is set to “ ON ” , all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable. See page 44 for the LEVEL menu adjustments. Initial settings are underlined. All LEVEL menu parameters TEST TONE FRONT L__I__R CENTER XXX.X dB SURROUND L XXX.X dB SURROUND R[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 55 GB Advanced EQ menu parameters When “ MENU EXPAND ” is set to “ ON ” , all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable. See page 45 for the EQ menu adjustments. Initial settings are underlined. All EQ menu parameters FRONT BASS XXX.X dB FRONT BASS XXX Hz* FRONT MID XXX.X dB FRONT MID XXX Hz*[...]

56 GB Other Operations Naming preset stations and functions You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and functions and display it in the receiver’s display. 1 To index a preset station Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER, then tune in the preset station you want to create an index name for (page 28). To index a function Rotate F[...]

Other Operations 57 GB Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time by using the remote. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote. Models of area code U, CA Use the supplied remote RM-PG411. 1 Press ALT. 2 Press SLEEP while the power is on. Each time you select SLEEP, [...]

58 GB 6 Press MATER VOL +/ – on the remote to adjust the volume of the 2nd room. The default setting of the volume is – ∞ dB (no sound output). Note When this receiver is turned off, the 2nd room output is also turned off. You can select analog audio signals for output to another room. For details on the connection, see page 59. 1 On the remo[...]

Other Operations 59 GB Amplifier/Receiver Speaker Speaker Audio components 2nd room Main room x 2nd room connections 2ND ROOM OUT Tips • Only signals from components connected to the analog input jacks are output through the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks. No signals are output from components connected to only the digital input jacks. • When “ SOURCE ?[...]

60 GB Recording Before you begin, make sure you ’ ve connected all components properly. Recording on an audio tape or MiniDisc You can record on a MiniDisc or cassette tape using the receiver. See the operating instructions of your cassette deck or MD deck if you need help. 1 Select the component to be recorded. 2 Prepare the component for playin[...]

Other Operations 61 GB Using the CONTROL A1 system Getting Started This section explains the basic functions of the CONTROL A1 Control System. Certain components have special functions, like “ CD Synchro Dubbing ” on cassette decks, that require CONTROL A1 connections. For detailed information regarding specific operations, be sure to also refe[...]

62 GB CONTROL A1 /S-LINK control system (continued) • If you have a Sony CD changer with a COMMAND MODE selector If your CD changer ’ s COMMAND MODE selector can be set to CD 1, CD 2, or CD 3, be sure to set the command mode to “ CD 1 ” and connect the changer to the CD jacks on the receiver. If, however, you have a Sony CD changer with VID[...]

Other Operations 63 GB Basic Functions The CONTROL A1 functions will operate as long as the component you want to operate is turned on, even if all of the other connected components are not turned on. x Automatic function selection When you connect a CONTROL A1 compatible Sony amplifier (or receiver) to other Sony components using monaural mini- pl[...]

64 GB CONTROL A1 /S-LINK control system (continued) x Synchronized recording This function lets you conduct synchronized recording between the selected source and recorder components. 1 Set the function selector on the amplifier (or receiver) to the source component. 2 Set the source component to pause mode (make sure both the N and X indicators li[...]

Other Operations 65 GB * 1 Audio/video/control S cord (supplied). Pull the video cord away from the supplied audio/ video/control S cord. * 2 Control S cord (supplied). * 3 Audio/video cord (not supplied). * 4 Control S cord (not supplied). Use a monaural (2P) mini-plug cord less than 2 meters long. Note Refer to the operating instructions supplied[...]

66 GB Additional Information Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • Before operating the unit, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage [...]

Additional Information 67 GB There is no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard. • Check that the speakers and components are connected securely. • Check that you have selected the correct component on the receiver. • Check that the SPEAKERS selector is not set to OFF (page 57). • Check that the headphones are not connected. • Pres[...]

68 GB To connect an LD player via an RF demodulator • Connect the LD player to the RF demodulator, then connect the RF demodulator ’ s optical or coaxial digital output to the receiver ’ s DVD/LD OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL jack. When making this connection, be sure to set INPUT MODE manually (page 42). The receiver may not operate correctly if INP[...]

Additional Information 69 GB Reference Power Output 2) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %) FRONT 1) : 100 W + 100 W CENTER 1) : 100 W SURR 1) : 100 W + 100 W SURR BACK 1) : 100 W (4 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7 %) FRONT 1) : 90 W + 90 W CENTER 1) : 90 W SURR 1) : 90 W + 90 W SURR BACK 1) : 90 W (8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09 %) FRONT 1) : 90 W + 90 W CENTER 1) : [...]

70 GB Frequency response PHONO CD/SACD, TAPE, MD/DAT, TV/SAT, DVD/LD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3 Inputs (Analog) PHONO MULTI CH IN 1, 2, CD/SACD, TAPE, MD/DAT, DVD/LD, TV/SAT, VIDEO 1, 2, 3 3) INPUT SHORT. 4) Weighted network, input level. Inputs (Digital) DVD/LD (Coaxial) DVD/LD, TV/SAT, MD/DAT, VIDEO3 (Optical) Outputs TAPE, MD/DAT (REC OUT), VIDEO 1, 2 (AUDI[...]

Additional Information 71 GB Video section Inputs/Outputs Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms S-video: Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO (Except for models of area code CEL, CEK): Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms General Power requirements Area code Power requirements U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz CEL, CEK 230 V A[...]

72 GB Index A, B Adjusting brightness of the display 31 CUSTOMIZE parameters 46, 56 EQ parameters 45, 55 LEVEL parameter 44, 54 speaker volumes 23 SET UP parameters 21, 48 SURROUND parameters 43, 52 Automatic tuning 25 C Changing display 31 effect level 43 Clearing receiver ’ s memory 20 Crossover frequency 52 CUSTOMIZE menu 46, 56 D Digital Cine[...]