4-237-333-14(2) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. STR-DA5ES STR-DA3ES © 2001 Sony Corporation Serial No.
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 apparatus. Don’t throw a battery, dispose it as the injurious wastes. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Table of Contents Features ................................................. 4 Parts Identification Main unit ............................................... 5 Hooking Up the Components Required cords ....................................... 6 Antenna hookups ................................... 7 Audio component hookups .................... 8 Video component hookups .................... 9 Digital component hookups ................. 10 Multi channel input hookups ............... 12 Other hookups ...........
Features 7.1 channel mode This receiver incorporates a 6 channel amplifier. It can reproduce the sound of movies (etc.) encoded in 6.1 channel audio through front (L/R), center, surround (L/R), surround back, and sub woofer speakers. This receiver also lets you enjoy a 7.1 channel mode. The 7.1 channel mode uses DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the Surround Back channel in stereo (L/R) (page 28).
Parts Identification The items are arranged in alphabetical order. Main unit 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 q; qaqsqd qf qgqhqj qkql – rf rd rs 2CH qg (31, 33) 2ND ROOM (STR-DA3ES only) eh (29, 30) 2ND/3RD ROOM (STR-DA5ES only) eh (29, 30) 6.1CH indicator ql 6.1CH DECODING qk (34) A.F.D.
Hooking Up the Components Required cords Before you get started • Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. • Do not connect the AC power cord until all of the connections are completed. • 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 (right, audio) to red.
Antenna hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) IN STATUS IN OUT OUT CONTROL S S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN PHONO CD/SACD IN IN MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OUT S2 VIDEO OUT IN VIDEO Hooking Up the Component FM wire antenna (supplied) VIDEO IN OUT IN OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN L R FRONT SURROUND CENTER SIGNAL GND U SUB WOOFER SUB WOOFER Notes on antenna hookups • To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiv
Audio component hookups For details on the required cords (A – H), see page 6.
Video component hookups DVD or LD player TV or satellite tuner AUDIO OUT L R ANTENNA AUDIO OUT L R VIDEO OUT B COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO OUT B 75Ω COAXIAL MONITOR TV/SAT DVD/LD IN DIGITAL FM U AM VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 OUT OUT CONTROL S S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN OUT S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN CTRL A1 Y ND/DAT OPTICAL OUT PB/B-Y MD/DAT OPTICAL IN PR/R-Y TV/SAT OPTICAL IN PHONO CD/SACD IN DVD/LD OPTICAL IN IN VIDEO OUT MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT VID
Digital component hookups Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player and satellite tuner (etc.) to the receiver’s digital input jacks to bring the multi channel surround sound of a movie theater into your home. To fully enjoy multi channel surround sound, five speakers (two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a center speaker) and a sub woofer are required. For 6.1 channel surround sound, you will also need a surround back speaker.
Connect the digital output jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital input jack and connect the digital input jacks of your MD or DAT deck to the receiver’s digital output jack. These connections allow you to make digital recordings of TV broadcasts, etc.
Multi channel input hookups Although this receiver incorporates a multi channel decoder, it is also equipped with multi channel input jacks. These connections allow you to enjoy multi channel software encoded in formats other than Dolby Digital and DTS. If your DVD player is equipped with multi channel output jacks, you can connect them directly to the receiver to enjoy the sound of the DVD player’s multi channel decoder.
Other hookups CTRL S (STATUS) IN/OUT CONTROL A1 ANTENNA H 75Ω COAXIAL MONITOR TV/SAT DVD/LD DIGITAL IN FM U AM VIDEO 2 OUT VIDEO 1 OUT CONTROL S S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO S2 VIDEO IN IN OUT TV/SAT IN DVD/LD IN MONITOR OUT CD/SACD OPTICAL IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN S2 VIDEO OUT IN CTRL A1 Y ND/DAT OPTICAL OUT PB/B-Y MD/DAT OPTICAL IN PR/R-Y TV/SAT OPTICAL IN PHONO CD/SACD IN DVD/LD OPTICAL IN IN VIDEO OUT MD/DAT OUT IN TAPE OUT IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OUT IN 2
Other hookups (continued) * Pull the video cord away from the supplied audio/ video/control S cable. Note S-LINK CONTROL S hookup If you have a S-LINK CONTROL Scompatible Sony TV, satellite tuner, monitor, DVD player or VCR, use an audio/video/ control S connecting cord (supplied) or a control S connecting cord (supplied) to connect the CTRL S (STATUS) IN (for TV, satellite tuner, or monitor) or OUT (for VCR, etc.) jack on the receiver to the appropriate S-LINK jack on the respective component.
Caution Make sure that the total power consumption of the component(s) connected to the receiver’s AC OUTLET(s) does not exceed the wattage stated on the rear panel. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet. (STR-DA5ES only) Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN terminal on this unit.
INPUT AUDIO IN E e E e IMPEDANCE SELECTOR E 16 e E e E e
Tips • You can connect an active sub woofer to either of the two jacks. The remaining jack can be used to connect a second active sub woofer. As the active sub woofer does not have the directivity, you can place it wherever you want. • To connect certain speakers to another power amplifier, use the PRE OUT jacks. The same signal is output from both the SPEAKERS jacks and the PRE OUT jacks.
Speaker system hookup (continued) Another room hookups You can connect the speakers to use in another room to the SPEAKERS 3RD ROOM jacks (STR-DA5ES) or the SPEAKERS 2ND ROOM jacks (STR-DA3ES). Make sure to connect correctly as indicated on the rear panel.
Performing initial setup operations Tip To check the audio output during settings (to set up while outputting the sound), check the connection (see page 25). Clearing the receiver’s memory Before using your receiver for the first time, or when you want to clear the receiver’s memory, do the following. 1 Turn off the receiver. 2 Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. “ENTER to Clear All” appears in the display. 3 Press ENTER. After “MEMORY CLEARING...
Multi channel surround setup (continued) When placing surround speakers behind you B A A 45° C C 90° D 20° Note Do not place the center speaker farther away from the listening position than the front speakers. Tip Parameter Initial setting FRONT SP LARGE CENTER SP LARGE SURROUND SP LARGE SURR BACK SP LARGE SURR BACK L/R NO SUB WOOFER YES FRONT 16 feet CENTER 16 feet SURROUND 11 feet SURR BACK 11 feet SUB WOOFER 16 feet S.W PHASE NORMAL DISTANCE UNIT feet SURR POSI.
x Center speaker size (CENTER) • 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”. • If you do not connect a center speaker, select “NO”. The sound of the center channel will be output from the front speakers.
Multi channel surround setup (continued) x Surround back speaker single or double (SURR BACK L/R) • When the center speaker is set to “NO” and you use the center speaker as a surround back right speaker and use the surround back speaker as a surround back left speaker, select “YES”. • If you use only a surround back speaker, select “NO”. x Surround speaker distance (SURROUND) Set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers.
Tip x Sub woofer phase polarity (S.W PHASE) Set the sub woofer phase polarity. There is usually no problem when the sub woofer phase polarity is set to “NORMAL”. However, depending on the type of front speakers, the position of the sub woofer, and the cut-off frequency of the sub woofer, setting the phase polarity to “REVERSE” may produce better bass. Besides bass reproduction, the richness and tightness of the overall sound may also be affected.
Multi channel surround setup (continued) * These parameters are not available when “Surround speaker size (SURROUND)” is set to “NO”. ** This parameter is not available when “Surround back speaker size (SURR BACK)” is set to “NO”. Tip The surround/surround back speaker position parameter is designed specifically for implementation of the Digital Cinema Sound modes in the “VIRTUAL” sound fields. With the Digital Cinema Sound modes, speaker position is not as critical as other modes.
Adjusting the speaker level Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the level of each speaker. Note 1 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. 2 Press TEST TONE on the remote. You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence. 3 Adjust the LEVEL parameters so that the level of the test tone from each speaker sounds the same when you are in your main listening position (page 71). 4 Press TEST TONE again to turn off the test tone.
Basic Operations AUDIO SPLIT Selecting the component FUNCTION control Turn FUNCTION control to select the component you want to use. Press AUDIO SPLIT to assign the audio input for each function. This function is convenient when you are using a number of digital components. You can select the audio input assigned by this function using INPUT MODE (page 27). You cannot assign the audio input for TUNER.
MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT Press INPUT MODE to select the input mode for your digital components. You can also select the COAXIAL or OPTICAL audio input of other functions assigned by AUDIO SPLIT. Each time you press the button, the input mode of the currently selected component switches. Press MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT to enjoy the audio source connected to the MULTI CH IN 1 or 2 jacks or analog 2 channel input jacks.
Selecting the component (continued) To connect the speakers See page 16. PHONES Before using the 7.1 channel mode Use to connect headphones. Set “Center speaker size (CENTER)” to “NO” and set “Surround back speaker single or double (SURR BACK L/R)” to “YES”. For details on the setting, see pages 21–23. When the headphones are connected, selectable sound fields are HEADPHONE (2CH), HEADPHONE (DIRECT), and HEADPHONE THEATER (see page 33).
Listening to the sound in another room • • • When “SOURCE” is selected, the signals input to the MULTI CH IN jacks are not output from the 2ND ROOM OUT jacks even when MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT is set to MULTI CH 1 or 2 DIRECT. The analog audio signals of the current function are output. • 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.
Listening to the sound in another room (continued) Changing the display (For STR-DA3ES) The same source is output to the 2nd and the 3rd room. 1 Set the SPEAKER switch to “MAIN + DISPLAY Press repeatedly to change the information on the display window. 2ND ROOM”. The indicator lights up. 2 Press 2ND ROOM, then turn the jog dial to select the analog audio signals.
Enjoying Surround Sound About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) Selecting a sound field The sound fields with DCS marks use DCS technology. When these sound fields are selected, “Digital Cinema Sound” indicator in the display lights up. DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood.
Selecting a sound field (continued) x 32
x CHURCH Reproduces the acoustics of a stone church. x OPERA HOUSE Reproduces the acoustics of an opera house. x JAZZ CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. x DISCO/CLUB Reproduces the acoustics of a discotheque/ dance club. x LIVE HOUSE x ARENA Reproduces the acoustics of a 1000-seat concert hall. x STADIUM Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium. x GAME Obtains maximum audio impact from video game software.
Selecting a sound field (continued) NIGHT MODE Allows you to retain a theater like environment, at low volume levels even late at night. Even at a low volume level, you can clearly hear the dialogues and adjust the volume in small steps. This function can be used with other sound field (pages 31–33). While this function is on, BASS, TREBLE, and EFFECT level rises, and D.RANGE COMP. is automatically set to “MAX”. This function does not work while MULTI/ 2CH ANALOG DIRECT is on.
About 6.1 channel decoding mode 6.1CH DECODING OFF AUTO Output channel Applied 6.1 channel decoder Dolby Digital 5.1 NO Dolby Digital EX1) 5.1 NO DTS 5.1 5.1 NO DTS-ES Matrix 6.12) 5.1 NO DTS-ES Discrete 6.13) 5.1 NO Dolby Digital 5.1 NO Dolby Digital EX 6.1 Sony DCMD4) DTS 5.1 5.1 NO DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 6.1 DTS matrix decoder*/Sony DCMD** DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 6.1 DTS discrete decoder*/Sony DCMD** Dolby Digital 6.1 Sony DCMD Dolby Digital EX 6.1 Sony DCMD DTS 5.1 6.
Understanding the multi channel surround displays 1 2 3 PRO LOGIC SW L C R L.F.E. SL S SR 4 6 7 a DIGITAL MULTI CH IN 1 2 D.RANGE SB qg MEMORY COAX SLEEP MONO OPT a STEREO DTS MPEG EQ qf qd qs qa 09 1 SW: Lights up when sub woofer selection is set to “YES” and the receiver detects that the disc being played back does not contain the LFE channel signal. While this indicator lights up, the receiver creates a sub woofer signal based on the low frequency components of the front channels.
qa 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. qs DTS: Lights up when DTS signals are input. When playing a DTS format disc, be sure that you have made digital connections and that INPUT MODE is NOT set to ANALOG 2CH FIXED (see page 27). qf COAX: Lights up when the source signal is a digital signal being input through the COAXIAL terminal. qg L.F.E.
Customizing sound fields Parameter Initial setting By adjusting the surround parameters and the equalization of the front, center, surround, and surround back speakers, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. 2CH DECODING1) (depends on the sound field) 2CH MODE1) PRO LOGIC Once you customize a sound field, the changes are stored in the memory indefinitely. You can change a customized sound field any time by making new adjustments to the parameters.
2ch decode mode (2CH MODE) Center width control (C WIDTH) (STR-DA5ES only) Lets you specify the type of decoding for the 2 channel source. This receiver incorporates with Dolby Surround Pro Logic II, and DTS Neo:6. Each of these has movie mode and music mode, and the receiver can reproduce the 2 channel sound in 5.1 channel through Dolby Surround Pro Logic II, or 6 channel through DTS Neo:6. (STR-DA5ES only) You can set this parameter only when 2ch decode mode is set to “PL II MUSIC”.
Customizing sound fields (continued) Effect level (EFFECT LEVEL) Lets you adjust the “presence” of the current surround effect. Wall type (WALL) Lets you control the level of the high frequencies to alter the sonic character of your listening environment by simulating a softer (S) or harder (H) wall. The midpoint designates a neutral wall (made of wood). Surround reflection enhancer (SUR.
Initial settings Center level (CENTER LEVEL) Parameter Initial setting Lets you adjust the level of the center speaker. TEST TONE* OFF Surround level (SURROUND LEVEL) PHASE NOISE* OFF PHASE AUDIO* OFF Lets you adjust the level of the surround left and right speakers. FRONT L__I__R Center SURROUND L__I__R Center SUR.BACK L__I__R Center CENTER LEVEL 0 dB 0 dB SUR.BACK LEVEL 0 dB S.WOOFER LEVEL 0 dB LFE MIX LEVEL 0 dB D.RANGE COMP.
Customizing sound fields (continued) Dynamic range compressor (D. RANGE COMP.) Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at night. We recommend using the “MAX” setting. • To reproduce the sound track with no compression, select “OFF”. • To reproduce the sound track with the dynamic range intended by the recording engineer, select “STD”.
Front speaker bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Surround speaker bass adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass. Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of bass. Front speaker midrange adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Surround speaker treble adjustment (Gain/Frequency) Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of midrange. Lets you adjust the gain and frequency of treble.
Receiving Broadcasts Tips Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you have connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (see page 7). Direct tuning You can enter a frequency of the station you want directly by using the numeric buttons on the supplied remote. 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press FM/AM to select the FM or AM band. 3 (For STR-DA5ES) Select TUNER from the FUNCTION list, then select “DIRECT TUNING” from the SUB menu (page 60).
Preset tuning After you have tuned in stations using Direct Tuning or Automatic Tuning, you can preset them to the receiver. Then you can tune in any of the stations directly by entering its 2-character preset code using the supplied remote. Up to 30 FM or AM stations can be preset. The receiver will also scan all the stations that you have preset. Before tuning to preset stations, be sure to preset them by performing steps on “Presetting radio stations”. 1 Rotate FUNCTION to select TUNER.
Other Operations 3 Create an index name by using the jog Naming preset stations and program sources You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for preset stations and program sources. These names (for example, “VHS”) appear in the receiver’s display when a station or program source is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station or program source. This function is useful for distinguishing components of the same kind.
Notes Tip • You cannot record a digital audio signal using a component connected to the analog TAPE OUT or MD/DAT OUT jacks. To record a digital audio signal, connect a digital component to the DIGITAL MD/DAT OUT jacks. • Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output from the TAPE OUT or MD/DAT OUT jacks. • The analog audio signals of the current function is output from the REC OUT jacks.
Adjustments using the SET UP button The SET UP button allows you to make the following adjustments. 1 Press SET UP. 2 Press the cursor buttons ( or ) to select the parameter you want to adjust. 3 Turn the jog dial to select the setting you want. The setting is entered automatically. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set all of the parameters that follow. Initial settings Parameter Initial setting 6.1CH DECODING AUTO MULTI CH 1 or 2 NONE D.POWER AUTO OFF V.POWER AUTO OFF S.
x Digital power management (D.POWER) Lets you enjoy the analog source without the influence of digital circuits. • “AUTO OFF” turns off the power of the unnecessary digital circuits automatically when you use analog inputs or functions that bypass digital processing when MULTI/2CH ANALOG DIRECT function is used. • “ALWAYS ON” keeps the power of digital circuits on. Select if you do not like the time lag that occurs with the “AUTO OFF” setting when digital circuits are turned on, etc.
Adjustments using the SET UP button (continued) x Selecting the command mode of the remote (COMMAND MODE) x 2-way remote (2 WAY REMOTE) Lets you select the command mode of the remote. Change the command mode when you use 2 Sony receivers in the same room. (STR-DA5ES only) This receiver is shipped from the factory with the 2 way remote control system set to “ON”. Normally, you can use the receiver as is.
CONTROL A1 system control 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 refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with your component(s).
CONTROL A1 (continued) control system Jacks and connection examples CONTROL A1 CONTROL A1 CD player Notes • You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier (receiver) using a monaural mini-plug cord in order to take advantage of the automatic function selection feature. • This function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons.
Operations using the remote Understanding the 2 way remote system (STR-DA5ES only) Two remotes are supplied with STR-DA5ES (RM-LJ305, RM-US105). For details, refer to the following pages respectively. RM-LJ305: pages 53–74 RM-US105: pages 75–81 For the remote (RM-PP505L) supplied with STR-DA3ES, refer to the separate operating instructions. Before you use your remote Inserting batteries into the remote } ] } ] ] } Tip Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months.
Before you use your remote (continued) Setting up the remote Location of parts and basic remote operations At the time of shipping, the remote has not been customized to your receiver yet. Before you use the remote for the first time, do the procedure below to set up the remote so that it can control your receiver properly. 1 1 Press ?/1 on the receiver to turn it on. wj and press SOUND FIELD, FUNCTION, or SUB.
Parts Description 1 Display window The current status of the selected component or a list of selectable items appears here. 6 Tape/disc operation buttons The following table shows what components are operated by each button and the function of the buttons. Button(s) Function H Starts play of the playback medium. Note h Characters other than letters of the alphabet or numbers may be displayed incorrectly on the remote, even if they appear correctly in the display window on the main unit.
Location of parts and basic renite operations (continued) qa DIMMER button The function of this button is same as the DIMMER button on the receiver. See page 30. qs AUDIO SPLIT button The function of this button is same as the AUDIO SPLIT button on the receiver. See page 26. qd INPUT MODE button The function of this button is same as the INPUT MODE button on the receiver. See page 27. qf TEST TONE button Press to output a test tone.
w; SHIFT >10 button If you have selected tuner: Press repeatedly to select a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations. If you selected VCR, TV, tape deck, LD player, video CD player, MD deck, or CD player: Press before inputting a channel, disc, or track number of eleven or higher. For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the respective components. wa Numeric buttons (1 to 0) Inputs the correponding numeric value. On some components, pressing 0 selects 10.
Location of parts and basic renite operations (continued) Table of buttons used to control each component When you program the remote to control the following Sony or non-Sony components, you can use the buttons on the remote that are marked with circles. Note, however, that some buttons may not operate your component.
Table of operations that appear when you press the SUB button Press SUB to display a list of operations that the corresponding buttons are not found on the remote. The contents of the lists will vary according to the currently selected component. The following table shows the items in each list and the function of each item. Component Item(s) Function LD Player DISPLAY Selects information displayed on the TV screen. SIDE Aa) Selects side A of the disc. SIDE Ba) Selects side B of the disc.
Location of parts and basic renite operations (continued) Component Item(s) Function VIDEO CD TIME player Changes the time information. INDEX + INDEX – CD Player Component Item(s) Satellite tuner GUIDE Selects a disc.d) TRACK Selects a track.d) MD deck Toggles between the previous and current channels. DISPLAY Selects information displayed on the TV screen. FAVORITE Displays the Favorite Station Guides. CATEGORY Displays the Guide Category list. CONTINUE Selects Continuous Play.
a) “SIDE A/B” appears for non-Sony LD players. b) Only with Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function. c) Only with Sony TVs that supports the wide-picture mode. d) Only with the Sony CD changer. Note If you have programmed the remote to control nonSony components, note the following: – All the items may not appear when you select a component. – All the items displayed may not function.
Using the lists Chart of lists See the treelike chart below for the list hierarchy. Details on how to access each list is given from page 63. Some items have sub-lists that appear when you press SUB (see pages 59–60).
Selecting a component Basic procedure for selecting a component Do the procedure below to select a component from the function list. Additional procedures after selecting a component If you selected tuner Do the procedure below after you have selected the tuner. 1 Move the easy scroll key. 1 Press FUNCTION. The function list appears. The items in the list correspond with the jacks on the receiver. MD/DAT p CD/SACD TUNER PHONO The preset station list appears.
Using the lists (continued) Selecting a sound field If you selected a Sony CD changer Do the procedure below to select a sound field from the sound field list. 1 Move the easy scroll key. 1 Press SOUND FIELD. The DISC MEMO list appears. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select a disc, then press the key to enter the selection. 3 Start playback. The sound field list appears. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select the sound field, then press the key to enter the selection.
1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears. p RECEIVER IR SET LEARNING DOWNLOAD 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “IR SET”, then press the key to enter the selection. The IR SET list appears. [VIDEO 1 ] p [VIDEO 2 ] [VIDEO 3 ] 3 Move the easy scroll key to select the component (“VIDEO 2”, for example), then press the key to enter the selection. The category list appears. 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the category (i.e.
Using the lists (continued) 3 Move the easy scroll key to select “MACRO1” (or “MACRO2”), then press the key to enter the selection. The program list appears. p 1-NO SET 2-NO SET 3-NO SET 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the macro step number (“1-NO SET” for example) then press the key to enter the selection. The category list appears. Category? Common Button p VCR 5 Move the easy scroll key to select the component category (“VCR” for example), then press the key to enter the selection.
To erase a programmed IR code 1 In step 4, move the easy scroll key to select “Common”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “NO SET”, then press the key to enter selection. To turn off all Sony components (SYSTEM STANDBY) 1 In step 4, move the easy scroll key to select “Common”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “ALL OFF”, then press the key to enter selection. However, this function cannot be applied to some Sony components.
4 Point the remote code receiver section Using the lists (continued) SOUND FIELD AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY FUNCTION PUSH ENTER ?/1 SET UP H button you want to use for the Learning function, then press the key to enter the selection. The learning display appears. 68 About 5 cm – 15 cm 5 Move the easy scroll key to select “Learning Start”, then press the key to enter the selection. “Learning Now!!” is displayed. 6 Press the appropriate button on the remote control to send the remote control code.
To enter a name for SUB 1–5 1 In step 5, move the easy scroll key to select “Name”, then press the key to enter selection. 2 Use the easy scroll key to create a name (up to 8 characters). +/–: select a character : move the cursor Insert: insert a space Delete: delete a character To cancel learning Move the easy scroll key to select “Exit” or “Cancel” during any step, then press the key to enter the selection.
Using the lists (continued) To download CD disc names (memos) and information on the presence or absence of a CD in each slot of a CD changer This function is available only when the category for the CD function in the IR SET list is set to “CD2” or “CD3”. When the category is set to “CD1”, CD DISC NAME does not appear in the DOWNLOAD list. 1 Move the easy scroll key to select “CD DISC NAME” then press the key to enter the selection. The SORT menu appears in the display.
Adjusting the level parameters Other Operations Sorting the menu 1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears. p RECEIVER IR SET LEARNING DOWNLOAD 2 Move the easy scroll key to select “RECEIVER”, then press the key to enter the selection. The RECEIVER list appears. p LEVEL Exit 3 Move the easy scroll key to select The LEVEL list appears. p FRONT BAL SURR BAL SURR BACK BAL 4 Move the easy scroll key to select the menu you want to adjust, then press the key to enter the selection.
Using the lists (continued) Turning the backlight on or off Using the auto power function Each time you press a button on the remote, the backlight turns on. If you do the procedure below to turn off the backlight, you can make the batteries last longer. With the auto power function turned on, the commander sends numerous codes to the appropriate Sony AV components when you select a video function.
Switching the COMMAND MODE Setting to the 3rd room mode You can switch the command mode (AV SYSTEM1 or AV SYSTEM2) of the remote. If the command mode of the receiver and the remote is different, you cannot use the remote to operate the receiver. You can use the remote to select the function for the 3rd room and adjust the volume in the 3rd room (3rd room mode). 1 Press SET UP. The set up list appears.
Using the lists (continued) Clearing all the contents of remote’s memory To operate the tuner of the receiver in the main room Be sure to turn on the receiver and point the remote towards the receiver when performing the following procedure. To operate the tuner built in the receiver in the main room in the 3rd room mode, select the same command mode of the receiver in the SERVER list. 1 Do steps 1 to 3 in “Setting to the 3rd room mode”.
Using the remote RM-US105 This remote can be used in the following 3 ways. x When using as a simplified remote This remote can be used as a simplified substitute of the supplied remote (RM-LJ305) to operate STR-DA5ES. The following operations are possible: • Adjusting the volume. • Switching the power to on or off. • Switching sources. • Controlling each component. • Selecting a sound field. When using this remote, the command mode of the remote and the receiver should be the same.
Using the RM-US105 remote (continued) x When using in the 2nd room 2nd room Main room Monitor Audio/Video components 2ND ROOM OUT 7 Amplifier/Receiver 8 9 • Speaker Speaker • STR-DA5ES IR repeater (not supplied) IR repeater (not supplied) n N X x . > m M – + ?/1 AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY FUNCTION SOUND FIELD SET UP PUSH ENTER + – h . m + – H SUB X x > M CH/PRESET/D.
x When using in the 3rd room Main room Audio/Video components 3rd room SPEAKERS 3RD ROOM 7 Speaker 8 9 Speaker STR-DA5ES IR repeater (not supplied) RM-US105 Using the optional IR repeater as shown above You can turn on/off the sound output from SPEAKERS 3RD ROOM jacks, switch the sources, or adjust the volume of the STR-DA5ES in the main room. Set the command mode of the remote to the 3rd room mode. For details, see “To set to the 3rd room mode” (page 80).
Using the RM-US105 remote (continued) 3 Function buttons Location of parts ?/1 qd qs 1 USE MODE AV SYSTEM 1 2ND ROOM AV SYSTEM 2 3RD ROOM VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD/LD TV/SAT TAPE MD/DAT CD/SACD TUNER LD AUX n N X x . > m M 2 3 SOURCE qa 0 CH/PRESET/D.SKIP – SHIFT + — SOUND FIELD — A.F.D. 2CH MUTING 9 8 PRESET + MODE – MULTI/2CH A. DIRECT 4 5 MASTER VOL + – 6 7 The function changes according to the mode of the remote.
4 SHIFT button When the tuner is selected, press repeatedly to select a memory page for presetting radio stations or tuning to preset stations. qs USE MODE button Press to change the mode of the remote or to change the category of the buttons. qd USE MODE indicator 5 MUTING button* The function of this button is same as the MUTING button on the receiver. See page 27. 6 MASTER VOL +/– buttons* Press to adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time. 7 MULTI/2CH A.
Using the RM-US105 remote (continued) To set to the 2nd room mode 1 Press USE MODE. The current remote mode button slowly lights up 5 times. 2 Press 2ND ROOM while the button blinks. The command mode has been set to the 2nd room mode. To change the button assignments for the 2nd room mode When the remote is set to the 2nd room mode, you can set the remote to turn on/off the receiver or adjust the volume. To set to the 3rd room mode 1 Press USE MODE.
To change the button assignments You can change the factory settings of the function buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a LD player to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the receiver, you can set the VIDEO2 button on this remote to control the LD player. Note, however, that the settings of the TUNER button cannot be changed.
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 is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the receiver.
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 (see page 27). • Check that the headphones are not connected. • Press MUTING to cancel the muting function. • The protective device on the receiver has been activated because of a short circuit.
Troubleshooting (continued) Remote control The remote does not function. 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 (see page 27). The receiver may not operate correctly if INPUT MODE is set to AUTO 2CH.
Reference sections for clearing the memory To clear See All memorized settings page 19 Customized sound fields page 42 All the settings in the remote page 74 Specifications Frequency response PHONO CD/SACD, TAPE, MD/DAT, TV/SAT, DVD/LD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3 Inputs (Analog) PHONO AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.
Specifications (continued) Remote control RM-LJ305 Remote control system Infrared control FM tuner section 4.5 V DC with three LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries Dimensions 175 × 62 × 33 mm Mass (approx.) 135 g excluding batteries 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Sensitivity Mono: Stereo: 18.3 dBf, 2.2 µV/75 ohms 38.3 dBf, 22.5 µV/75 ohms Usable sensitivity 11.
Tables of settings using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons You can make various settings using the LEVEL, SURROUND, EQ, SET UP buttons, jog dial, and cursor buttons. The tables below show each of the settings that these buttons can make. Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page SURROUND 2CH DECODING1) AUTO, ON, OFF 38 2CH MODE1) PRO LOGIC, PL II MOVIE, PL II MUSIC, Neo: Cinema, Neo: Music C.
Tables of settings using SURROUND, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons (continued) 88 Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page EQ FRONT BASS GAIN or to select –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) 42 FRONT BASS FREQUENCY 99 Hz to 1.0 kHz (21 steps) FRONT MID GAIN –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) FRONT MID FREQUENCY 198 Hz to 10 kHz (37 steps) FRONT MID BANDWIDTH WIDE, MID, NARR FRONT TREBLE GAIN –10 dB to +10 dB (1 dB steps) FRONT TREBLE FREQUENCY 1.
Press Press Turn jog dial to select Page SET UP FRONT SP LARGE, SMALL 20 CENTER SP LARGE, SMALL, NO SURROUND SP LARGE, SMALL, NO 2) 3) 4) to select SURR BACK SP LARGE, SMALL, NO SURR BACK L/R YES, NO SUB WOOFER YES, NO FRONT 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps) CENTER 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps) SURROUND 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps) SURR BACK 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps) SUB WOOFER 3 feet to 40 feet (1 foot steps) S.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field The adjusted SURROUND parameters are stored in each sound field. The adjusted LEVEL parameters are applied to all the sound fields. < SURROUND > 2CH 2CH PRO EFFECT WALL REVERB FRONT SCREEN VIRTUAL SUR. BASS/ DECODING* MODE* LOGIC** LEVEL TYPE TIME REVERB DEPTH SPEAKERS ENHANCER TREBLE z 2CH AUTO z NORMAL SURROUND ON z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z SEMI C.
< LEVEL FRONT BAL > SURR SURR BACK CENTER SURR SURR BACK S. WOOFER LFE D.RANGE BAL BAL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL MIX1) COMP1) z z z A.F.D. z z z z z z z z z NORMAL SURROUND z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX A z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX B z z z z z SEMI C.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued) < < BASS GAIN 2CH 92 EQ BASS FREQ MID GAIN FRONT MID FREQ > MID SLOPE > TREBLE TREBLE GAIN FREQ
< EQ < BASS GAIN BASS FREQ A.F.D. z NORMAL SURROUND z CINEMA STUDIO EX A > MID GAIN CENTER MID FREQ > TREBLE TREBLE GAIN FREQ MID SLOPE z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX A z z z z z z z SEMI C.STUDIO EX B z z z z z z z SEMI C.
Adjustable parameters for each sound field (continued) < EQ < BASS GAIN > SURROUND/SURROUND BACK BASS TREBLE FREQ GAIN > TREBLE FREQ 2CH A.F.D. z z z z NORMAL SURROUND z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX A z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX B z z z z CINEMA STUDIO EX C z z z z NIGHT THEATER z z z z MONO MOVIE z z z z STEREO MOVIE z z z z V.MULTI DIMENSION z z z z VIRTUAL MULTI REAR z z z z D.CONCERT HALL A z z z z D.
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