3-866-968-51(1) FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Operating Instructions Mode d'emploi Gebruiksaanwijzing Bruksanvisning GB FR NL SE STR-DB930 STR-DB830 © 1999 by Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. 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 receiver, 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. · The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. · If you are not going to use the receiver for a long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. · AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. On placement · Place the receiver in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the receiver. · Do not place the receiver near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock. · Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. On operation Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the receiver. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 2GB About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for models STR-DB930 and STR-DB830. Check your model number by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. In this manual, the STR-DB930 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "STR-DB930 only." Type of differences TABLE OF CONTENTS Hooking Up the Components 4 Unpacking 4 Antenna Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 6 Video Component Hookups 8 Digital Component Hookups 9 5.1CH Input Hookups 11 Other Hookups 12 Model Feature 5 audio/5 video inputs 4 audio/5 video inputs DB930 r DB830 r Conventions · The instructions in this manual describe the controls on the receiver. You can also use the controls on the supplied remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the receiver. For details on the use of your remote, refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote. · The following icon is used in this manual: z Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier. This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "AC-3", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol a are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. **Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Hooking Up and Setting Up the Speaker System 14 Speaker System Hookup 15 Performing Initial Setup Operations 17 Multi Channel Surround Setup 18 Before You Use Your Receiver 22 GB Location of Parts and Basic Operations 24 Front Panel Parts Description 24 * Enjoying Surround Sound 29 Selecting a Sound Field 30 Understanding the Multi-Channel Surround Displays 34 Customizing Sound Fields 36 Receiving Broadcasts 41 Storing FM Stations Automatically (AUTOBETICAL) 42 Direct Tuning 43 Automatic Tuning 43 Preset Tuning 44 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) 45 Demonstration Mode The demonstration will activate the first time you turn on the power. When the demonstration starts, the following message appears in the display twice: "Now Demonstration Mode!! If you finish demonstration, please press POWER KEY while this message appears in the display. Thank you!" Other Operations 48 To cancel the demonstration Press 1/u to turn the receiver off during the previous message. The next time you turn the receiver on, the demonstration will not appear. Naming Preset Stations and Program Sources 49 Recording 49 Adjustments Using the SET UP Button 50 To view the demonstration Hold down SET UP and press 1/u to turn on the power. Additional Information 52 Troubleshooting 52 Specifications 54 Glossary 56 Tables of Settings Using SUR, LEVEL, EQ, and SET UP buttons 57 Index 59 Note Running the demonstration will clear the receiver's memory. For details on what will be cleared, see "Clearing the receiver's memory" on page 17. 3GB Hooking Up the Components This chapter describes how to connect various audio and video components to the receiver. Be sure to read the sections for the components you have before you actually connect them to the receiver. Unpacking Check that you received the following items with the unit: · FM wire antenna (1) · AM loop antenna (1) STR-DB930 only · Remote commander RM-LJ302 (remote) (1) · LR6 (size-AA) alkaline batteries (3) STR-DB830 only · Remote commander RM-PP402 (remote) (1) · R6 (size-AA) batteries (2) Inserting batteries into the remote Insert the LR6 (STR-DB930) or R6 (STR-DB830) (size-AA) batteries with the + and ­ properly oriented in the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your remote. z When to replace batteries Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about 3 months (STR-DB930 only) or 6 months (STR-DB830 only). When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace all batteries with new ones. Notes · Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. · Do not use a new battery with an old one. · Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction. · If you don't use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. · This remote is designed for use with alkaline batteries only. Do not use a combination of different battery types (STR-DB930 only). Before you get started · Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. · Do not connect the AC power cords 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. 4GB Antenna Hookups AM loop antenna (supplied) FM wire antenna (supplied) Hooking Up the Components ANTENNA AM MD/DAT MD/DAT TV/LD DVD DVD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN L CENTER FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER B FRONT A REAR CENTER FRONT L REAR SUB WOOFER CENTER + R L R L R L R R DIGITAL 5.1CH INPUT PRE OUT 4 8 FM y 75 COAXIAL ­ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR y SIGNAL GND S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 AC OUTLET MONITOR IN L IN REC OUT IN REC OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN CONTROL A1 L R R PHONO CD MD/DAT TAPE TV/LD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 2ND AUDIO OUT Terminals for connecting the antennas Connect the AM loop antenna FM wire antenna z If you have poor FM reception Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM antenna as shown below. Outdoor FM antenna Receiver ANTENNA AM To the AM terminals FM 75 COAXIAL terminal Notes on antenna hookups · 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 antenna, keep it as horizontal as possible. FM y 75 COAXIAL Ground wire (not supplied) To ground Important If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground it against lightning. To prevent a gas explosion, do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. Note Do not use the y SIGNAL GND terminal for grounding the receiver. 5GB Audio Component Hookups STR-DB930 Hooking Up the Components IN L R Required cords MD/DAT deck INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE L Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. R White (L) OUT White (L) Red (R) IN Red (R) ç Turntable ç ANTENNA AM MD/DAT MD/DAT TV/LD DVD DVD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN L CENTER FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER B FRONT A REAR CENTER FRONT L REAR SUB WOOFER CENTER + R L R L R L R R DIGITAL 5.1CH INPUT PRE OUT 4 8 FM y 75 COAXIAL ­ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR y SIGNAL GND S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 AC OUTLET CONTROL A1 L MONITOR IN REC OUT IN REC OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN R PHONO CD MD/DAT TAPE TV/LD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 2ND AUDIO OUT ç IN OUTPUT LINE L ç OUT LINE L INPUT OUTPUT LINE R R CD player Tape deck Jacks for connecting audio components Connect a Turntable CD player Tape deck MD deck or DAT deck To the PHONO jacks CD jacks TAPE jacks MD/DAT jacks Note on audio component hookups If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the y SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver. 6GB STR-DB830 MD/Tape deck INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE L Required cords Hooking Up the Components Audio cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. White (L) R White (L) Red (R) Red (R) IN OUT ç Turntable ANTENNA AM MD/TAPE MD/TAPE TV/LD DVD DVD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN ç L CENTER FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER B FRONT A REAR CENTER FRONT L REAR SUB WOOFER CENTER + R L R L R L R R DIGITAL 5.1CH INPUT PRE OUT 4 8 FM y 75 COAXIAL ­ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR y SIGNAL GND S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 AC OUTLET MONITOR IN L IN REC OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN CONTROL A1 L R R PHONO CD MD/TAPE TV/LD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 OUTPUT LINE L R CD player Jacks for connecting audio components Connect a Turntable CD player MD deck or Tape deck To the PHONO jacks CD jacks MD/TAPE jacks Note on audio component hookups If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the y SIGNAL GND terminal on the receiver. 7GB Video Component Hookups Required cords Hooking Up the Components Audio/video cords (not supplied) When connecting a cord, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components. Yellow (video) White (L/audio) TV tuner or LD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT Yellow (video) White (L/audio) Red (R/audio) DVD player OUTPUT AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT Red (R/audio) Video cord for connecting a TV monitor (not supplied) Yellow Yellow ANTENNA AM MD/DAT MD/DAT TV/LD DVD DVD OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT IN IN IN IN L CENTER FRONT REAR SUB WOOFER B FRONT A REAR CENTER FRONT L REAR SUB WOOFER CENTER + R L R L R L R R DIGITAL 5.1CH INPUT PRE OUT 4 8 FM y 75 COAXIAL ­ IMPEDANCE SELECTOR y SIGNAL GND S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE USE 4-16 AC OUTLET MONITOR IN L IN REC OUT IN REC OUT IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN CONTROL A1 L R R PHONO CD MD/DAT TAPE TV/LD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 2ND AUDIO OUT ç ç ç IN INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT ç To the front panel IN Camcorder or video game INPUT VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO OUT OUT INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT L L R R TV monitor VCR VCR Jacks for connecting video components Connect a TV tuner or LD player VCR Additional VCR DVD player TV monitor Camcorder or video game Note on video component hookups You can connect your TV's audio output jacks to the TV/ LD AUDIO IN jacks on the receiver and apply sound effects to the audio from the TV. In this case, do not connect the TV's video output jac ...