Sony STR-DE400 Operations Instructions

©2006 Sony Corporation2-680-009-12 (1)Multi Channel AV ReceiverOperating InstructionsSTR-DE400

10GBF DUAL MONO Press to select the language you want during digital broadcast.G FM MODE Press to select FM monaural or stereo reception.H D.TUNING Pr

11GBGetting Starteda)The number 5, MASTER VOL +, TV VOL +, and H buttons have tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the rece

12GB1: Installing speakersTo fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and t

13GBGetting Started2: Connecting speakersAFront speaker (L)BFront speaker (R)CCenter speakerDSurround speaker (L)ESurround speaker (R)FSub woofera)a)W

14GB3a: Connecting the audio componentsThis section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. After hooking up all your components, p

15GBGetting StartedThe following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as Super Audio CD player or CD player.Conne

16GB3b: Connecting the video componentsThis section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component t

17GBGetting StartedThe image from a visual component connected to this receiver can be displayed on a TV screen.It is not necessary to connect all the

18GBThe following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player/DVD recorder.It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video c

19GBGetting Started2 Connecting videoIf you connect a DVD recorder• Be sure to change the factory setting of the VIDEO 1 input button on the remote so

2GBTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the

20GBThe following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner.It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect audio and video cords acc

21GBGetting StartedThe following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR, etc.Hooking up components with an

22GB4: Connecting the antennasConnect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.* The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code

23GBGetting Started5: Preparing the receiver and the remoteConnect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.NoteInstall this system so that the power cord c

24GBInsert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU006 remote commander.Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries.Notes• Do not leave th

25GBGetting StartedTips• You can also fix the optimizer microphone to a tripod (not supplied) and place the tripod at your listening position.• Be sur

26GBError codesWhen an error is detected during Auto Calibration, an error code will appear on the display cyclically after each measurement process a

27GBGetting Startedc)For details, refer “Front speaker distance” (page 39).d)For details, refer “Center speaker distance” (page 39).e)For details, re

28GB4 Press the control button or control button b to enter the parameter.You can also use ENTER or i on the receiver.5 Press control button V/v repea

29GBPlayback3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to adjust the volume.You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver.To mute the soundPress MUTING.The muting functi

3GBTable of ContentsGetting StartedDescription and location of parts ... 41: Installing speakers... 122

30GBListening/Watching a componentListening to a Super Audio CD/CDAUTO CAL MICPHONESMEMORYFM MODE TUNING+PRESET TUNINGVIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD SA-CD/CD FM

31GBPlaybackWatching a DVDAUTO CAL MICPHONESMEMORYFM MODE TUNING+PRESET TUNINGVIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD SA-CD/CD FM AMAMP MENU ENTER MASTERVOLUMEINPUT MODE

32GBNavigating through menusBy using the amplifier menus, you can make various adjustments to customize the receiver.1 Press AMP MENU.“1-LEVEL” appear

33GBAmplifier OperationsThe following options are available in each menu. For details on navigating through menus, see page 32.Overview of the menusMe

34GBa)For details, refer to the page in the parentheses.Menu [Display]Parameters [Display]Settings Initial settingAUDIO (37) [5-AUDIO]Digital audio i

35GBAmplifier OperationsAdjusting the level (LEVEL menu)You can use the LEVEL menu to adjust the balance and level of each speaker. These settings are

36GBAdjusting the tone (TONE menu)You can use the TONE menu to adjust the tonal quality (bass/treble level) of the front speakers. These settings are

37GBAmplifier OperationsSettings for the tuner (TUNER menu)You can use the TUNER menu to set the FM station receiving mode and to name preset stations

38GBx DUAL (Digital broadcast language selection)Lets you select the language you want to listen to during digital broadcast. This feature only functi

39GBAmplifier Operationsx CNT SPK (Center speaker)•LARGE If you connect a large speaker that will effectively reproduce bass frequencies, select “LARG

4GBDescription and location of partsGetting StartedFront panelAUTO CAL MICPHONESMEMORYFM MODE TUNING+PRESET TUNINGVIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD SA-CD/CD FM AMA

40GBx SL DIST. (Surround left speaker distance)Lets you set the distance from your listening position to the surround left speaker. Surround left spea

41GBAmplifier OperationsTipSurround speaker position is designed specifically for implementation of the Cinema Studio EX modes. For other sound fields

42GBEnjoying Dolby Digital and DTS Surround sound (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT)The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows you to listen to higher fidelity sou

43GBEnjoying Surround SoundIf you connect a sub wooferThis receiver will generate a low frequency signal for output to the sub woofer when there is no

44GBTypes of sound field availableSound field forSound field [Display]EffectMovie CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS [C.ST.EX A]Reproduces the sound characterist

45GBEnjoying Surround SoundAbout DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)Sound fields with DCS mark use DCS technology.DCS is a unique sound reproduction technolog

46GBUsing only the front speakers (2CH STEREO)In this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front left/right speakers only. There is no sound

47GBTuner OperationsListening to FM/AM radioYou can listen to FM and AM broadcasts through the built-in tuner. Before operation, make sure you have co

48GBEnter the frequency of a station directly by using the numeric buttons.1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.You can also use FM or

49GBTuner Operations2 Hold down MEMORY and press ?/1 to turn the receiver back on. “AUTO-BETICAL SELECT” appears on the display and the receiver scans

5GBGetting StartedName FunctionO INPUT MODE Press to select the input mode when the same components are connected to both digital and analog jacks (pa

50GB3 Press MEMORY.“MEMORY” lights up for a few seconds. Perform steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out.4 Press the numeric buttons to select a preset

51GBTuner Operations1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.You can also use FM or AM on the receiver.2 Tune in the preset station you wa

52GBUsing the Radio Data System (RDS)(Models of area code CEL, CEK only)This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables ra

53GBOther OperationsSwitching the audio input mode (INPUT MODE)You can select the audio input mode by setting the audio input mode when you connect co

54GBNaming inputsYou can enter a name of up to 8 characters for inputs and display it on the receiver’s display.This is convenient for labeling the ja

55GBUsing the RemoteUsing the Sleep TimerYou can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.Press SLEEP repeatedly while the power

56GBCategories and the corresponding buttonsa)Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 2 or VTR 3 setting which correspond to 8 mm and VHS respectively.b)Son

57GBAdditional Informationx Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro Logic)Audio processing technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono surround

58GBOn placement• Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver.• Do not pla

59GBAdditional InformationThere is no sound from one of the front speakers.• Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack to verify that sound is o

6GBAbout the indicators on the displayMEMORYL C RSLSSRSWLFESPRDSSTEREO MONOD.RANGESLEEP OPT COAXDIGITAL;DTS;PRO LOGIC IIq; 9qdqfqaqs214356 78Name Func

60GBDolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced.• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format.•

61GBAdditional InformationError messagesIf there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the system by the messa

62GB1)Measured under the following conditions:2)Reference power output for front, center and surround. Depending on the sound field settings and the s

63GBAdditional InformationGeneralPower requirementsPower consumptionPower consumption (during standby mode)0.2 WDimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)430 × 145

Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia(1)IndexNumerics2 channel 462CH STEREO 465.1 channel 12AAUTO CALIBRATION 24AUTO FORMAT DIRECT (A.F.D.) 42AU

7GBGetting StartedName FunctionI Tuner indicatorsLights up when using the receiver to tune in radio stations (page 47), etc.Note“RDS” appears for mode

8GB* You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV monitor (page 17).Rear panel432 5 61DVD INDIGITALOPTICALVIDE

9GBGetting StartedYou can operate the receiver with the supplied remote. You can also use the remote to control the Sony audio/video components that t