Sony STR-DA1ES manual

FM Ster eo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions 4-241-672- 11 (3) STR-D A1ES © 2002 Sony Corporation Owner’s 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.[...]

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” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems[...]

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[...]

5 GB * 1 Models of area code CEL, CEK only. * 2 Except for models of area code U, CA. Operations Using the Remote RM-U305C* 2 Before you use your remote ................ 53 Remote button description ................... 53 Changing the factory setting of a function button ............................................ 56 Additional Information Precaut[...]

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 AUTO DEC qs (33) CINEMA STUDIO EX A/B/C qg (34) C[...]

List of Button Locations and Reference Pages 7 GB Open the front door + – + – + – 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qs qa qd qf qh qj qk qg v ql w; wa ws wd wf wh wl wk e; wg wj ea ef es ed[...]

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 Notes • 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 ([...]

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 ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL IN (DVD/LD CD/SACD) or the DVD/LD OPTICAL IN jack. We recommend maki[...]

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. Note On this receiver, the [...]

12 GB Hooking up a CD/Super Audio CD player and MD/Tape deck For details on the required cords ( A – H ), see page 9. MD/Tape deck CD/Super Audio CD player Tips • All the digital audio jacks are compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies. • You can also connect an LD player with a DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT jack via an[...]

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

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. Note On this receiver, the component video signals cannot be convert[...]

Getting Started 15 GB PHONO CD/SACD MD/TAPE IN IN OUT IN MULTI CH IN SIGNAL GND U CONTROL A1 FRONT SURROUND CENTER SUB WOOFER L R L R L R L R MONITOR OUT TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR AUDIO IN IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO AUDIO OUT VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN TV/SAT AUDIO IN DVD/LD COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO 2 S-VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN V[...]

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

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) Notes • 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 an[...]

18 GB 3: Connecting speakers Connect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver alows 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 confi[...]

Getting Started 19 GB SPEAKERS SUB WOOFER 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 L R – + FRONT – + CENTER + – SURROUND PRE OUT FRONT CENTER SURROUND OUT R L I MPEDANCE SELECTOR 4 Ω 8 Ω E e E e E e INPUT AUDIO IN A E e A B A A IMPEDANCE SELECTOR E e A Front speaker[...]

20 GB 4: Connecting the AC power cord * Models of area code U, CA, SP, TW only. 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 recei[...]

Getting Started 21 GB x CENTER ( C ) (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 distort[...]

22 GB x SURROUND ( SL SR ) (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[...]

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. Tip The receiver employs a test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz. 1 Press ?/1 on the remote to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TO[...]

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 MD or tape deck MD/TAPE CD or Super Audio CD/SACD CD player Built in tuner TUNER Turn[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 25 GB Direct tuning Enter a frequency of the station directly by using the numeric buttons on the remote. For details on the supplied remote, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the remote. 1 Press TUNER to switch the function to TUNER. You can also use the FUNCTION control on the receiver. 2 Press FM/AM on t[...]

26 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 “ Presetting radio stations ”[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 27 GB 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 follows: Using the remote 1 Press TUNER to switch th[...]

28 GB Scanning preset stations by program type You can tune in preset stations according to a program type that you specify. The receiver scans for stations in its preset memory currently broadcasting the specified program type. 1 Press RDS PTY. 2 Press TUNING/PTY SELECT + or TUNING/PTY SELECT – to select the program type. See the table below for[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 29 GB Description of program types Program type Description indication NEWS News programs AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news INFO Programs offering information on a wide spectrum of subjects, including consumer affairs and medical advice SPORT Sports programs EDUCATE Educational programs, such as “ how-[...]

30 GB TUNER t Frequency and preset number r Sound field name r Volume level TUNER (When the preset name is indexed) (page 47) t Preset name and preset number r Frequency and preset number r Sound field name r Volume level Changing the brightness of the display Press DIMMER repeatedly. The DIMMER button lights up and the brightness of the display ch[...]

Amplifier/Tuner Operation 31 GB 7 MPEG: Lights up when MPEG signals are input. Note Only the front 2 channels are compatible with MPEG format. Multi channel surround sound is downmixed and output from the front 2 channels. 8 Tuner indicators: Light up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations, etc. See pages 25 – 29 for tuner operations. [...]

32 GB About the indications in the display (continued) qf Playback channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back. The boxes around the letters vary to show how the receiver downmixes the source sound (based on the speakers settings). L (Front Left), R (Front Right), C (Center (monaural)), SL (Surround Left)[...]

Enjoying Surround Sound 33 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/[...]

34 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 Display Normal Surround NORM.SURR. Cinema Studio EX A C.ST.EX A D C S Cinema Studio EX B C.ST.EX [...]

Enjoying Surround Sound 35 GB 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 in theaters[...]

36 GB Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic II (2CH MODE) This fucntion lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II; or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic. Press NORMAL SURR ( ; PLII) repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode. The selected mode app[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 37 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[...]

38 GB For advanced SURROUND menu adjustments Use the CUSTOMIZE menu and set “ MENU ” to “ MENU EXP. ” to enable advanced adjustments. For details on “ MENU ” , see page 40. For details on how to set the items, see page 44. Adjusting the LEVEL menu You can adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are applied to all so[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 39 GB Adjusting the equalizer You can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of front speakers using the EQ menu. 1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel surround effects (DVD, etc.). 2 Press EQ. 3 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the parameter. For details, see “ EQ menu parameters ?[...]

40 GB Advanced settings Using the CUSTOMIZE menu to adjust the receiver You can adjust various receiver settings using the CUSTOMIZE menu. 1 Press CUSTOMIZE. 2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the parameter. For details, see “ CUSTOMIZE menu parameters ” below. 3 Turn the jog dial to adjust the selected parameter. 4 Repeat steps 2 and [...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 41 GB Advanced SET UP menu parameters When “ MENU ” is set to “ MENU EXP. ” , all of the following parameters are displayed and adjustable. See page 21 for the SET UP menu adjustments. Initial settings are underlined. All SET UP menu parameters L R (FRONT) C (CENTER) SL SR (SURROUND) SW (SUB WOOFER) L R DIS[...]

42 GB Advanced settings (continued) x FRONT XX.X meter ( L R ) (Front speaker distance) Initial setting: 5.0 meter (16 feet) Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers ( A ). You can adjust from 1.0 meter to 12.0 meters (3 to 40 feet) in 0.1 meter (1 foot) steps. If both front speakers are not placed an equal dista[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 43 GB Tip “ SURROUND PL. ” (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[...]

44 GB Advanced settings (continued) x SURROUND HGT. ( SL SR ) (Surround speaker height)* Lets you specify the hight of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects of the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 34). • LOW Select if the height of your surround speakers corresponds to section A . • HIGH Select if the height of yo[...]

Advanced Adjustments and Settings 45 GB x DIMEN. X (Dimension control) Initial setting: 3 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 36) and NORMAL SURROUND is selected. You can adjust the difference between th[...]

46 GB x L.F.E. XXX.X dB (LFE (Low Frequency Effect) mix level) Initial setting: 0 dB Lets you attenuate the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel output from the sub woofer without effecting the level of the bass frequencies sent to the sub woofer from the front, center or surround channels via the Dolby Digital or DTS bass redirection ci[...]

Other Operations 47 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 27). To index [...]

48 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 49 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[...]

50 GB CONTROL A1 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 VIDEO OUT j[...]

Other Operations 51 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[...]

52 GB 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 light together). 3 Set the recorder component to[...]

Operations Using the Remote RM-U305C 53 GB Except for models of area code U, CA You can use the remote RM-U305C to operate the components in your system. 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[...]

54 GB Remote button description (continued) Remote Operations Function Button TEST Receiver Press to output test tone. TONE MAIN Receiver Press this button MENU repeatedly to select one of the five cursor modes: EQ, SURROUND, LEVEL, SET UP and CUSTOMIZE. MENU </> Receiver Selects a menu item. MENU +/ – Receiver Makes adjustment or change th[...]

Operations Using the Remote RM-U305C 55 GB Remote Operations Function Button X VCR/ Pauses play or record. CD player/ (Also start recording VCD player/ with components in LD player/ record standby.) DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck x VCR/ Stops play. CD player/ VCD player/ LD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ DAT deck/ Tape deck DISPLAY TV/VCR/ [...]

56 GB Remote Operations Function Button POSITION** TV Changes the position of the small picture. SWAP** TV Swaps the small and the large picture. SUB CH TV Selects the preset +/ – ** channels for the small picture. P IN P** TV Activates the picture-in- picture function. JUMP TV Toggles between the previous and the current channels. WIDE TV Select[...]

Additional Information 57 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.[...]

58 GB Troubleshooting (continued) 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 ON/OFF is not set to OFF (page 24). • Check that the headphones are not connected. • P[...]

Additional Information 59 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 37). The receiver may not o[...]

60 GB 1) Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. 2) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements SP, CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50 Hz TW 110 V AC, 60 Hz 3) Measured under the following conditions: Area code Power requirements CN, KR 220 V AC, 50 Hz Frequency response PHONO CD/SACD, MD/ TA[...]

Additional Information 61 GB Outputs MD/TAPE (REC OUT), VIDEO 1, 2 (AUDIO OUT) FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SUB WOOFER (Models of area code U, CA only) SUB WOOFER (Models of other area codes) EQ BASS: 99 Hz~1.0 kHz (21 steps) TREBLE: 1.0 kHz~10 kHz (23 steps) Gain levels: ±10 dB, 0.5 dB step FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Anten[...]

62 GB General Power requirements Area code Power requirements U, CA 120 V AC, 60 Hz CEL, CEK 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz CN, SP, KR 220 – 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz TW 110 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption Area code Power consumption U 280 W CA 330 VA CEL, CEK 290 W CN, SP, KR 290 W TW 290 W (MAX 500W) Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.5 W AC outlets Area cod[...]

Additional Information 63 GB Index A, B Adjusting brightness of the display 30 CUSTOMIZE parameters 40, 47 EQ parameters 39, 46 LEVEL parameters 38, 45 speaker volumes 23 SET UP parameters 21, 41 SURROUND parameters 37, 44 Automatic tuning 25 C Changing display 30 effect level 37 Clearing receiver ’ s memory 20 Crossover frequency 40 CUSTOMIZE me[...]

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