Sony STR-DE815G Operations Instructions

© 1997 by Sony Corporation3-860-819-12(1)Operating InstructionsSTR-DE1015GSTR-DE815GSTR-D760ZFM StereoFM-AM Receiver

10Hooking Up the SystemDepending on the shape of your room (etc.), you maywish to place the rear speakers behind you instead ofon the side walls. One

11Getting StartedHooking Up the SystemTV-VCR HookupsYou must connect a TV to control the receiver using theon-screen display. Also, to enjoy the Dolb

12Hooking Up the SystemReceiverc LD/DVD (to LD or DVD player)Note for STR-DE815G and STR-D760ZTo input decoded Dolby Digital (AC-3) soundtracks, makec

13Getting StartedHooking Up the SystemDigital Component Hookups(STR-DE1015G only)You can connect the optical digital output jack of aDVD player, DAT/M

Hooking Up the System14AC HookupsSetting the voltage selector (only on themodels supplied with the voltage selector)Check that the voltage selector on

15Setting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlPUSHENTERº‚¢¢¢¢≠±·∏π¢¢¢¢Using the RemoteInserting batteries into the remote (USAand Canada)Insert two s

16Setting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlFUNCTIONUSERSUBINPUTSOUND()0pP=+PUSHENTERMmµº‚¢¢¢¢≠±·∏π¢¢¢¢MmµSETUPBlankareaIR emitterHow to use the

17Getting StartedSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlRegistering a TV (or Monitor)You must register the IR code of your TV (or monitor)in order

18Setting Up the Remote for On-Screen Control7 When “PUSH YOUR REMOTE” appears in theon-screen display, press the button on the TV'sremote that c

19Getting StartedSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlRegistering IR codes1 Click SETUP in the main menu.2 Click IR SET.3 Click the name of the

2WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, donot expose the unit to rain ormoisture.For customers in the U.S.A.This symbol is intended to alert the user

20Setting Up the Remote for On-Screen Control5 Click the respective component.• If the component is not a VCR or laser discplayer1 Cover the IR sensor

21Getting StartedSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlTo return to the main menuClick EXIT.To return to a previous menuClick RETURN.To register

22Dolby Surround SetupDolby Digital (AC-3)(STR-DE1015G only)To obtain the best possible surround sound, firstspecify the type of speakers you have con

23Dolby Surround SetupAdjusting the speaker volumeUse the remote while seated in your listening positionto adjust the volume of each speaker.NoteThis

24Dolby Surround SetupDolby Pro Logic(STR-DE815G and STR-D760Z)Dolby Pro Logic Surround is a decoding systemstandardized in TV programs and movies. D

25Dolby Pro Logic Surround SetupDolby Surround Setup3 Click C MODE repeatedly to display the centermode appropriate for your speaker system (seepage 2

26Playback/RecordingSelecting a ComponentYou can listen to or watch a connected component byclicking on the component in the on-screen display.Before

27Playback/RecordingTo turn off the selected componentClick in the bottom left corner. To turn on thecomponent, follow steps 1 to 3.To turn off all

28Playback/RecordingTo watch TV programs using a Sony TV with TV OUT jacksWhen connecting a Sony TV with TV OUT jacks, connect theTV OUT jacks to this

29Getting StartedPlayback/RecordingTuning and Presetting RadioStationsThe receiver lets you directly enter a station'sfrequency using the number

3For customers in the USAFor detailed safety precautions, see the“IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” leaflet.If you have any question or problemconcerning your rec

30Playback/RecordingTo change a preset stationPreset a new station at the number you want to change.NoteIf the AC power cord is disconnected for about

31Getting StartedPlayback/RecordingRecordingYou can control both playback and recordingcomponents using the receiver's on-screen display. Ifnece

32Playback/Recordingp Recording other components to videotape1 Click FUNCTION in the main menu.2 Click the video playback component you want(VCR 1, VC

33Sound AdjustmentSound fields for STR-DE1015GGenre Mode Surround effectDOLBY*1NORMAL SURROUND Decodes programs processed with Dolby Surround.ENHANCED

34Sound Adjustment*1If you select DOLBY, be sure to adjust the volume level of the center and/or rear speakers to get the most out of the DolbyDigital

35Getting StartedSound AdjustmentSound fields for STR-DE815G and STR-D760ZGenre Mode Surround effectPRO LOGIC*1PRO LOGIC Decodes programs processed wi

36Sound AdjustmentSelecting the sound fields1 While playing a component, click SOUND in themain menu.2 Click a sound field genre, then click MODErepea

37Getting StartedSound AdjustmentAdjustable sound parameters forSTR-DE1015GEFFECT : Effect levelWALL : Wall typeSEAT (F-R/L-R) : Seat (Front-Rear/Left

38Sound AdjustmentAdjusting the equalizer parameter(STR-DE1015G)Adjust the equalization (bass or treble) of the front,center and rear speakers for opt

39Getting StartedSound AdjustmentTo reset the equalizer to the factory settingsClick STANDARD.NoteYou may hear some noise as you adjust the parameters

4Welcome!31º‚¢¢¢¢≠±·∏πFUNCTIONUSERSUBINPUTSETUPSOUND()0pP=+2µMmVideo signalThank you for purchasing the STR-DE1015G, STR-DE815G or STR-D760Z Sony F

40Sound AdjustmentSURROUND EDITWALLEFFECTLEVELSEAT RETURN STANDARD EXITOTHERREVERBTESTTYPE : SOFT1FRONTHARDSOFT4 Click the icon for the parameter

41Getting StartedSound Adjustment•Seat position simulation (SEAT)(FRONT/REAR and LEFT/RIGHT)If you sit in the front of a room, you hear more directsou

42Additional Operations and SettingsRegistering DesiredComponents (User IR setting)Use the USER IR CODE SETTING menu to register anyIR codes that coul

43Additional Operations and SettingsNotes• If the AC power cord is disconnected for about two weeks,the registered IR codes will be cleared. “ALL CLE

44Additional Operations and SettingsStarting a ComponentAutomatically at Power On(Auto Start)The Auto Start function lets you set the receiver to star

45Additional Operations and SettingsStarting Several Componentsin Sequence Automatically(Macro Play)The Macro Play function lets you link several IR c

46Additional Operations and SettingsChanging the Display SettingsSelecting the display parametersYou can select the display modes (AUTO OSD ERASE,POIN

47Additional Operations and Settings• To select the display type, click SEE–THROUGH (ON or OFF) and LANGUAGE(ENGLISH, FRENCH or GERMAN). SEE-THROUGH

48Additional Operations and SettingsUsing the Sleep TimerYou can set the receiver to turn off automatically at atime you specify.1 Click SETUP in the

49Additional Operations and SettingsIndexing a CDYou can specify the names up to 12 characters for eachCD (up to 200 discs) or group of discs in a CD

5Hooking Up the SystemDIGITALIR OUTS-LINKTV/DBS VIDEO2MONITORWOOFERSURROUND SPEAKERSWIRELESSREARSPEAKERAC OUTLETIMPEDANCE USE 8-16ΩFRONT S

50Additional Operations and SettingsSearching for a CD quickly1 Click FUNCTION in the main menu, then clickCD.2 Click LIST.3 • To search in alphabetic

51Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)Front Panel DescriptionsYou can control the receiver using the front panelinstead of

52Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)Remote Descriptionsp USA and CanadaAlthough the direction control button lets you per

53Getting StartedFront Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)Selecting a ComponentFor the on-screen operations, see page 26.1 Press

54Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)nA1˜A2˜...A9˜A0˜B1˜B2˜...B9˜B0NnC0˜C9...C2˜C1NSelecting a component directly from th

55Getting StartedFront Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)RecordingFor the on-screen operations, see page 31.1 Press VIDEO FUNCT

56Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)3 Use digital processing control buttons ( / ) toselect the parameter you want.See “S

57Getting StartedFront Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)Dynamic range compression ratioInitial setting is : D.RANGE COMP OFFLe

58Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)p OTHER SETUPCenter speaker delayInitial setting is : CENT. DELAY 0See page 39 for de

59Getting StartedFront Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)IndexingUsing the index functions, you can specify names up to8 charac

6Hooking Up the System5-1 INPUTIR OUTS-LINKTV/DBS VIDEO2MONITORSURROUND SPEAKERSWIRELESSREARSPEAKERAC OUTLETIMPEDANCE USE 8-16ΩFRONT SPE

Front Panel Operations (Remote Short-cuts: USA and Canada only)60Playing Audio ComponentsWithout the TV (Flasher)(except for USA and Canada)Using the

61Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using this receiver, usethe following list.First, check that the power cord is con

62Additional InformationSevere hum or noise is heard./ Check that the speakers and components areconnected securely./ Check that the connecting cords

63Getting StartedSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlAdditional InformationEqualizerDigital signal p

64Additional InformationAM tuner sectionTuning rangeAntennaUsable sensitivityS/NHarmonicdistortionSelectivityWith 10 kHz interval*(except for Australi

65Getting StartedSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlSetting Up the Remote for On-Screen ControlAdditional InformationGlossaryCenter modeSettin

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Sony Corporation Printed in MalaysiaIndexA, BAC-3. See Dolby Digital (AC-3)Adjustingdelay time 39, 57position of the on-screendisplay 47sound p

7Getting StartedHooking Up the SystemAntenna HookupsYou can receive radio broadcasts by connecting FMand AM antennas.Connecting an outdoor antennaWe r

8Hooking Up the SystemAudio Component HookupsYou can use the receiver as an amplifier by completingthese connections.If your components are Sony produ

9Getting StartedHooking Up the SystemSpeaker System HookupsAlthough front (left and right) speakers are required,center and rear speakers are required