Sony STR-DB2000 User Manual

©2003 Sony Corporation4-247-241-16(1)FM Stereo FM/AM ReceiverOperating InstructionsOwner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the rear

10GBHooking up an MD/DAT deck For details on the required cords (A–H), see page 7.If you want to connect several digital components, but cannot find a

Getting Started11GB1 Connect the audio jacks.If your DVD or Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect it to t

12GB2 Connect the video jacks.The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player with COMPONENT VIDEO (Y, PB/CB/B-Y, PR/CR/R-Y) output jacks

Getting Started13GBHooking up audio componentsFor details on the required cords (A–H), see page 7.NoteIf your turntable has a ground wire, connect it

14GBHooking up video componentsIf you connect your TV to the MONITOR jacks, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 24). You can also di

Getting Started15GBConnect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.* The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code. Notes• To

16GBConnect your speakers to the receiver. This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel system (STR-DA2000ES) or 6.1 channel (STR-DB2000).To fully en

Getting Started17GBRequired cordsA Speaker cords (not supplied)(+)B Monaural audio cord (not supplied)Black(–)STR-DA2000ES* If you connect only one su

18GBSTR-DB2000* You can select the front speakers you want to use with SPEAKERS. For details, see “Selecting the speaker system” (page 46).CENTER SPEA

Getting Started19GBConnect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.Performing initial setup operationsBefore using the receiver for the first time, initial

2GBTo 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 new

20GBYou can use the SP. SET UP menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.2 Press M

Getting Started21GBx SURR SP(Surround speakers)The surround back speakers are set to the same setting.• LARGEIf you connect large speakers that will e

22GBWhen placing two surround back speakers(The angle B should be the same)x CTR X.X meter*(Center speaker distance)Initial setting: 3.0 meter (10 fee

Getting Started23GBAdjust the speaker levels and balance while listening the test tone from your listening position. Use the remote for the operation.

24GB1 Rotate INPUT SELECTOR to select the input.The selected input appears in the display.2 Turn on the component and start playback.3 Rotate MASTER V

25GBAmplifier OperationYou can select the audio directly from the components connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks. This enables you to enjoy hig

26GBDirect tuningEnter a frequency of the station directly by using the numeric buttons on the remote.For details on the supplied remote, refer to th

27GBAmplifier OperationYou can preset up to 30 FM or AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to.Presetting radio statio

28GB(Models of area code CEL only)This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional inform

29GBAmplifier OperationChanging the information in the displayYou can check the sound field etc. by changing the information in the display.Press DISP

3GBAbout This Manual• The instructions in this manual are for model STR-DA2000ES and STR-DB2000. Check your model number by looking at the lower right

30GBA SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to “YES” (page 20). While this indicator lights up, the receiver outputs the LFE signal recorded

31GBAmplifier Operation(Surround Back (the surround back components obtained by 6.1 channel decoding))Example: Recording format (Front/Surround): 3/2O

32GBIn this mode, the receiver outputs the sound from the front L/R speakers only. There is no sound from the sub woofer. Listening to 2 channel stere

Enjoying Surround Sound33GBEnjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode)This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 chann

34GBscience-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects.x CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCSReproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Ente

Enjoying Surround Sound35GBThis function lets you select the decoding mode for the surround back signals of the multi channel input stream.By decoding

36GBHow to select the surround back decoding modeYou can select the surround back mode you want according to the input stream.When you select “AUTO”Wh

Advanced Adjustments and Settings37GBYou can assign the digital audio input for other input. This function is convenient in the following cases.(Examp

38GBYou can switch the audio input mode for components for which this receiver has digital audio input jacks.1 Rotate INPUT SELECTOR to select the inp

Advanced Adjustments and Settings39GBx CENTER XXX.X dB(Center speaker level)x SURR L XXX.X dB(Surround speaker (L) level)x SURR R XXX.X dB(Surround sp

4GBGetting Started1: Check how to hookup your components...61a: Connecting components with digital audio output ja

40GBYou can adjust the tonal quality (bass, treble level) of each speaker using the EQUALIZER menu.1 Start playing a source encoded with multi channel

Advanced Adjustments and Settings41GBx SB DEC (Surround back decoding mode)You can use the CUSTOMIZE menu to set the surround back decoding mode. See

42GBAll SP. SET UP menu parametersa)Adjustable only when “EASY SET UP” is set to “NO”.b)Default unit is “feet” for STR-DA2000ES. Default unit is “mete

Advanced Adjustments and Settings43GBTherefore, although it may result in a setting contrary to the above explanation, we recommend that you playback

44GB(Models of area code U, CA only) This receiver features the custom install modes described below. Depending on how you intend to use these feature

Other Operations45GB You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and inputs selected with INPUT SELECTOR, and display it in the rec

46GBYou can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time by using the remote.For details, refer to the operating instructions suppli

Other Operations47GBBefore you begin, make sure you have connected all components properly.Recording on an audio tape or MiniDiscYou can record on a M

48GB(Models of area code U, CA only)You can select analog audio signals for output to the 2nd zone.1 On the remote, press ?/1 while holding down USE M

Other Operations49GBThe CONTROL A1II Control System was designed to simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components. CONT

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50GBUsing CONTROL S Control System (Models of area code U, CA only)If you have a CONTROL S-compatible Sony TV, satellite tuner, monitor, DVD player or

Additional Information51GB On safetyShould any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it checked by qualified pers

52GBIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Shoul

Additional Information53GB• Adjust the speaker level (page 38).• Make sure the center speaker is set to either “SMALL” or “LARGE” (page 20).There is n

54GBthe receiver and the remote is different, you cannot operate the receiver with the remote. For the command mode of the remote, refer to the operat

Additional Information55GBAUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:(STR-DA2000ES models of area code U only)With 8 ohm loa

56GBSeparation 45 dB at 1 kHzFrequency response 30 Hz – 15 kHz, +0.5/–2 dBSelectivity 60 dB at 400 kHzAM tuner sectionTuning rangeSTR-DA2000ES: 530 –

Additional Information57GB

58GBMain unitA.F.D. qd (32, 33, 34, 41)DISPLAY 7 (29)Display 5 (30)INPUT MODE 8 (38)INPUT SELECTOR 0 (24, 25, 27, 38, 41, 45)IR receptor 1MAIN MENU 3

Additional Information59GBPUSH289653 471qlws waw; qk qj qh qg qf qd qs qa q;To remove the coverPress PUSH to remove the cover. When you remove the cov

6GBSteps 1a through 1c beginning on page 8 describe how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Connectable component

Sony Corporation Printed in MalaysiaAAdjustingCIS parameters 44CUSTOMIZE parameters 40EQUALIZER parameter 40LEVEL parameter 38, 43SP. SET UP paramet

Getting Started7GBRequired cordsThe hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to H) (not su

8GB.Hooking up a DVD player, TV monitor, or satellite tunerFor details on the required cords (A–H), see page 7.1 Connect the audio jacks.* Connect to

Getting Started9GB2 Connect the video jacks. The following illustration shows how to connect a TV or satellite tuner and a DVD player with COMPONENT V