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© 1999 by Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
FM Stereo
FM-AM Receiver
STR-DE335
STR-SE391
3-866-659-11(1)
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- Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any change or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the
CATV system installer’s attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Owner’s record
The model and serial numbers are
located on the rear of the unit. 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-DE335/STR-SE391
Serial No. _______________________
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 receiver is not disconnected from
the AC power source (MAINS) as
long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the receiver 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.
• One blade of the plug is wider than
the other for the purpose of safety
and will fit into the wall outlet only
one way. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
• Should the AC power cord need to be
changed, have it done at a qualified
service shop only.
On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
build-up 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.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
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This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking 4
Hookup Overview 4
Antenna Hookups 5
Audio Component Hookups 6
Video Component Hookups 6
Speaker System Hookups 8
AC Hookups 10
Before You Use Your Receiver 10
Receiver Operations
Selecting a Component 11
Receiving Broadcasts 13
Presetting Radio Stations 14
Recording 15
Using the Sleep Timer 15
Using Surround Sound
Choosing a Sound Field 16
Getting the Most Out of Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 17
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 20
Specifications 21
Glossary 22
Index 23
Rear Panel Descriptions 24
Remote Button Descriptions 25
Quick Reference Guide 26
For detailed safety precautions, see the
“IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” leaflet.
If you have any question or problem
concerning your receiver, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for
models STR-DE335 and STR-SE391.
Check your model number by looking
at the upper right corner of the front
panel or lower right corner of the
remote. In this manual, the STR-DE335
is the model used for illustration
purposes, any difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text, for
example, “STR-DE335 only”.
Type of differences
Conventions
The instructions in this manual describe
the controls on the receiver. You can
also use the controls on the remote if
they have the same or similar names as
those on the receiver.
• A “Quick Reference Guide” is
supplied on page 26.
• The “Remote Button Descriptions”
section on page 25 provides an
overview of the remote buttons.
• The following icons are used in this
manual:
Indicates that you can use only
the remote to do the task.
Indicates hints and tips for
making the task easier.
This receiver has the Dolby Surround
system.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“Dolby ,” “Pro Logic” and the double-D
symbol a are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
PHONO
VIDEO
MONITOR
Feature
SE391
•
Model
DE335
•
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Unpacking
Check that you received the following items with the
receiver:
• FM wire antenna (1)
• AM loop antenna (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries in accordance with
the + and – markings on the battery compartment.
When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g
on the receiver.
When to replace batteries
Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6
months. When the remote no longer operates the
receiver, replace both 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.
Hookup Overview
The receiver allows you to connect and control the
following audio/video components. Follow the
hookup procedures for the components that you want
to connect to the receiver on the pages specified. To
learn the locations and names of each jack, see “Rear
Panel Descriptions” on page 24.
Front
speaker
(L)
Front
speaker
(R)
Speaker
System
Hookups (8)
CD player
MD/Tape deck
Active
woofer
AM/FM antenna
Antenna Hookups (5)
Video Component
Hookups (6)
Center
speaker
TV tuner
SAT (Satellite
receiver)
VCR
DVD player/AC-3
decoder
Audio Component
Hookups (6)
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 cable, 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.
TV monitor
(STR-DE335
only)
Rear
speaker
(R)
Rear
speaker
(L)
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Turntable
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only)
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Antenna Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect AM and FM
antennas to the receiver. If you want to receive radio
broadcasts with the receiver, complete these
connections first, then go to the following pages.
For specific locations of the terminals, see the
illustration below.
What antennas will I need?
Hookups
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.
If you have poor AM reception
Connect a 20 to 50 ft. (6 to 15-meter) insulated wire (not
supplied) to the AM antenna terminal in addition to the
AM loop antenna. Try to extend the wire outdoors and
keep it horizontal.
Connecting a ground wire
If you connect the receiver to an outdoor antenna,
ground it against lightning as shown in the illustration
in the left column. To prevent a gas explosion, do not
connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Note (STR-SE391 only)
Do not use the SIGNAL GND y terminal for grounding the
receiver.
Where do I go next?
If you want to connect other components, go on to the next
section. If you’re only planning to use the receiver to listen
to the radio, go to “Speaker System Hookups” on pages 8
and 9.
ANTENNA
• FM wire antenna
(supplied) (1)
Receiver
• AM loop antenna
(supplied) (1)
FM wire antenna
AM loop antenna
After connecting
the wire
antenna, keep it
as horizontal as
possible.
Receiver
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
COAXIAL
FM outdoor antenna
Ground wire
(not supplied)
to ground
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Audio Component Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your audio
components to the receiver. If you want to use the
receiver as an amplifier, complete these connections.
For specific locations of the jacks, see the illustration
below.
STR-DE335 only
STR-SE391 only
What cables will I need?
Audio cords (not supplied) (1 for each CD player or
turntable; 2 for each MD recorder or tape deck)
Red (R)Red (R)
White (L)
White (L)
Receiver
CD player
Hookups
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.
CD player
MD recorder or Tape deck
Where do I go next?
Go on to the next section to connect video components to
enjoy surround sound when watching/listening to TV
programs or video tapes.
Video Component Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect video
components to the receiver. For specific locations of the
jacks, see the illustration below.
CD
IN
L
R
OUTPUT
LINE
L
R
IN
OUTPUT
LINE
INPUT
LINE
L
R
MD/TAPE
REC OUT
L
R
MONITOR (STR-DE335 only)
TV/SAT
VIDEO
5.1 CH/DVD
MD/TAPE
CD
MD/TAPE
CDy
MD recorder or Tape deck
PHONO
Receiver
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AUDIO IN
L
R
TV/SAT
VIDEO IN
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
L
R
Receiver
TV tuner or Satellite
receiver
TV monitor
Receiver VCR
Receiver
MONITOR
VIDEO OUT
INPUT
VIDEO
What cables will I need?
• Audio/video cable (not supplied) (1 for each TV tuner or
Satellite receiver; 2 for the VCR)
• Video cable (not supplied) (1 for a TV monitor)
Hookups
The arrow ç indicates signal flow.
TV/SAT
* STR-DE335 only
MONITOR (STR-DE335 only)
VCR
* STR-DE335 only
AUDIO IN
VIDEO
VIDEO IN
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO OUT
L
R
VIDEO OUT
L
R
Yellow Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
White (L)
Red (R)
Black Black
Use the function buttons (TV/SAT, CD, MD/TAPE etc)
to select the VIDEO AUDIO OUT signal. You can record
this audio signal by connecting a recording component
such as a cassette deck (to the VIDEO AUDIO OUT
jack).
DVD player/AC-3 decoder
What cables will I need?
• Audio cable (not supplied) (1 for each 5.1 CH/DVD
FRONT and REAR jacks)
• Monaural audio cable (not supplied) (1 for each 5.1
CH/DVD CENTER and WOOFER jacks)
• Video cable (not supplied) (1 for the 5.1 CH/DVD
VIDEO IN jack) (STR-DE335 only)
You can play decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtracks
through the speakers connected to the amplifier.
If you have a Dolby Digital AC-3 decoder you can
amplify a decoded Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtrack with
the following connections.
* STR-DE335 only
Where do I go next?
Go on to the next section to connect the speakers.
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
Yellow
FRONTREARCENTER
WOOFER
VIDEO
PRE OUT
5.1 CH/DVD
FRONT REAR CENTER
WOOFER
VIDEO
L
R
Receiver
Dolby Digital AC-3
decoder, etc.
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FRONT
SPEAKERS
B
R
+
–
A
B
FRONT
SPEAKERS
R
+
–
A
Hookups
Front Speakers
Rear and center speakers
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the
receiver. To prevent this, make sure to take the
following precautions when connecting the speakers.
Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord does
not touch another speaker terminal or the stripped end
of another speaker cord.
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord:
Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker
terminal.
Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive
removal of insulation
Front speaker
(R)
Front speaker
(L)
Receiver
SPEAKERS
REAR
L
R
CENTER
Receiver
Rear speaker
(R)
Rear speaker
(L)
Center speaker
SPEAKERS
FRONT
A
L
R
A
BB
Speaker System Hookups
Overview
This section describes how to connect your speakers to
the receiver. Although front (left and right) speakers
are required, center and rear speakers are optional.
Adding center and rear speakers will enhance the
surround effects. Connecting an active woofer will
increase bass response. For specific locations of the
terminals, see the illustration below.
For optimum surround sound effect, place your
speakers as shown below.
What cords will I need?
Speaker cord (not supplied) (1 for each speaker)
Twist the stripped ends of the cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm).
Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate
terminal on the components: + to + and – to –. If the cords
are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.
60 - 90 cm
Rear speaker
(+)(+)
(–)
(–)
45°
WOOFER
SPEAKERS
FRONT A
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKERS REAR
SPEAKERS
FRONT B
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WOOFER
AUDIO OUT
INPUT
After connecting all the components, speakers and AC
power cord, output a test tone to check that all the
speakers are connected correctly. For details on
outputting a test tone, refer to ”Adjusting the speaker
volume”, on page 18.
If you have connected rear speakers, be sure to press
the 5.1 CH/DVD button and turn off sound field on
the receiver before outputting a test tone so that the
tone is output individually from the left and right rear
speakers.
If no sound is heard from a speaker while outputting a
test tone or a test tone is output from a speaker other
than the one whose name is currently displayed on the
receiver, the speaker may be short-circuited. If this
happens, check the speaker connection again.
Active woofer
Note
Do not connect any other componet.
If you have an additional front speaker system
Connect them to the SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals.
If your TV monitor uses separate speakers
You can connect one of them to the SPEAKERS
CENTER terminals for use with Dolby Pro Logic
Surround sound (see page 17).
Receiver Active Woofer
Selecting the speaker system
To drive the speakers, select the speaker system as
follows:
To drive
Speaker system A (connected
to the SPEAKERS FRONT A
terminals)
Speaker system B (connected
to the SPEAKERS FRONT B
terminals)
Both speaker systems A and
B (series connection)
Notes
• If you want to enjoy the surround sound, be sure to
connect the front speakers to the SPEAKERS FRONT A
terminals.
• No sound is heard when you press SPEAKERS A + B
without connecting speaker system B.
Where do I go next?
To complete your system, go to “AC Hookups” on page 10.
Depress SPEAKERS button
A
B
A+B
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AC Hookups
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord from this receiver and
from your audio/video components to a wall outlet.
If you connect other audio components to the
SWITCHED AC OUTLET on the receiver, the receiver
can supply power to the connected components so you
can turn on/off the whole system when you turn on/
off the receiver.
Caution
Make sure that the power consumption of the component
connected to the receiver’s AC outlet does not exceed 120
watts. Do not connect high-wattage electrical home
appliances such as electric irons, fans, or TVs to this outlet.
Where do I go next?
Before you use the receiver, go to the next section to make
sure that all the controls are set to the appropriate positions.
Before You Use Your Receiver
Before turning on the receiver, make sure that you
have:
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost
position (0).
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (See
“Selecting the speaker system” on previous page.)
• Set BALANCE to the centre position.
Before you use your receiver for the first time or when
you want to clear the receiver's memory, do the
procedure below:
1 Turn off the receiver.
2 Press 1/u (power) for more than 4 seconds.
“INITIAL” appears in the display and the items
including the following are reset or cleared:
• All preset stations are reset to their factory
settings.
• All sound field parameters are reset to their
factory settings.
• All index names (of preset stations and program
sources) are cleared.
• All adjustments made with the SET UP button are
reset to their factory settings.
• The sound field memorized for each program
source and preset station is cleared.
Turn on the receiver and check the following indicator.
• Press MUTING or MUTING on the remote if the
MUTING indicator turns on.
to a wall outlet
/
SWITCHED AC OUTLET
1/u (power)
MUTING
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Receiver Operations
When you listen with headphones
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and set
the SPEAKERS buttons to OFF.
Watching/listening to video programs
When you watch/listen to TV or video programs, we
recommend you play audio portion through the
receiver instead of your TV’s speaker. This lets you
take advantage of the receiver’s surround sound
effects, like Dolby Pro Logic Surround and lets you use
the receiver’s remote to control the audio.
Turn off the speakers on your TV before you start so
you can enjoy the surround sound from your receiver.
To watch/listen to TV programs, turn on the TV, TV tuner
and the receiver and press TV/SAT on the receiver.
To watch videos, do the following:
1 Press VIDEO to select the VCR.
2 Turn on the TV and set the TV’s video input to
match your video component.
3 Turn on the VCR, and start playback.
Using the remote
The remote lets you operate the receiver and the Sony
components that are connected to it.
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Receiver Operations
MUTING
MASTER VOLUME
TREBLE
5.1 CH/DVD
BASS
BOOST
Function buttons
1/u (power) BASS
Press
PHONO (STR-SE391 only)
TUNER
CD
MD/TAPE
TV/SAT
VIDEO
5.1 CH/DVD
Selecting a Component
To listen to or watch a connected component, first
select the function on the receiver or with the remote.
Before you begin, make sure you have:
• Connected all components securely and correctly as
indicated on pages 5 to 10.
• Turned MASTER VOLUME to the leftmost position
(0) to avoid damaging your speakers.
1 Press 1/u (power) to turn on the receiver.
2 Press a function button to select the component
you want to use:
3 Turn on the component, for example, a CD player,
and then start playing.
To tune in radio stations on this receiver, see
“Receiving Broadcasts” on page 13.
4 Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.
To adjust the volume of the TV’s speakers, use the
volume control on the TV.
To
Mute the sound
Reinforce the bass
Adjust the balance
Adjust the tone quality
SYSTEM
STANDBY
Function
buttons
BALANCE
To listen to or watch
Records
Radio programs
Compact discs (CD)
MiniDiscs (MD) or audio tapes
TV programs or Satellite
receiver
Video tapes
DVD player/AC-3 decoder
Do this
Press MUTING or MUTING on
the remote. Press again to
restore the sound
Press BASS BOOST or BASS
BOOST on the remote to turn
on the BASS BOOST indicator.
Turn the BALANCE control left
or right.
Adjust the BASS and TREBLE
controls.
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Receiver Operations
Changing the factory setting of a
function button
If the factory settings of the FUNCTION buttons
don’t match your system components, you can change
them. For example, if you have two CD players and
you don’t have a tape deck or an MD recorder, you can
assign the MD/TAPE button to your second CD
player.
Note that the settings of the TUNER button cannot be
changed.
1 Hold down the Function button whose function
you want to change (MD/TAPE, for example).
2 Press the corresponding numeric button of the
component you want to assign to the Function
button (1 - CD player, for example).
The numeric buttons are assigned to select the
functions as follows:
* Sony VCRs are operated with a VTR 1, 2 or 3 setting.
These correspond to Beta, 8mm and VHS respectively.
Now you can use the MD/TAPE button to control
a second CD player.
To reset the setting to the factory setting
Repeat the above procedure.
1 Press one of the Function buttons to select the
component you want to use.
The Function buttons on the remote are factory-
set as follows:
If you want to change the factory setting of a
button, see the next section.
The receiver and the selected component turn on.
If the component does not turn on
Press the power switch on the component.
2 Start playing.
Refer to “Remote Button Descriptions” on page 25
for details.
To turn off the components
Press SYSTEM STANDBY. You can turn off the video and
audio components connected to the SWITCHED AC
OUTLET at the same time.
Note
Press SYSTEM STANDBY together with the TUNER button
to set SYSTEM STANDBY switch to turn only the receiver on
or off. Press SYSTEM STANDBY together with the 5.1 CH
button to return the SYSTEM STANDBY switch to normal
operation.
To listen to or watch
Radio programs
Compact discs (CD)
MiniDiscs (MD) or
audio tapes
TV programs
VHS Video tapes
(VTR-3 mode)
DVD Player/AC-3
decoder
Press
TUNER
CD
MD/TAPE
(INITIAL-MD MODE)
TV
VIDEO
5.1 CH
Function
buttons
Numeric buttons
Numeric button
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
>10
Enter
Operates
CD player
DAT deck
MD deck
Tape deck A
Tape deck B
LD player
VCR (remote control mode VTR 1*)
VCR (remote control mode VTR 2*)
VCR (remote control mode VTR 3*)
TV
SAT
DVD
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To receive other stations
Repeat Steps 3 to 5.
If the STEREO indicator remains off
Press FM MODE when an FM stereo broadcast is
received.
If an FM stereo program is distorted
The STEREO indicator flashes. Press FM MODE to
change to monaural (MONO). You will not have the
stereo effect but the distortion will be reduced. To
return to stereo mode, press this button again.
If you cannot tune in a station and the entered
numbers are flashing
Make sure you’ve entered the right frequency. If not,
press DIRECT and re-enter the frequency you want.
If the entered numbers still flash, the frequency is not
used in your area.
To watch FM simulcast TV programs
Make sure that you tune in the simulcast program both
on the TV (or the VCR) and on the receiver.
If you enter a frequency not covered by the tuning
interval
The entered value is automatically rounded up or down
to the closest covered value.
Tuning intervals for direct tuning are:
FM: 50 kHz intervals
AM: 9 kHz/10 kHz intervals (see page 21)
Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations
(automatic tuning)
If you don’t know the frequency of the radio station
you want, you can have the receiver scan all the
receivable stations to locate the one you want.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press FM or AM to select FM or AM.
3 Press TUNING + or –.
Press the + button for a higher frequency;
press the – button for a lower one. When you tune
past either end of the band, the receiver
automatically jumps to the opposite end. Every
time a station is received, the receiver stops
scanning. To continue scanning, press the button
again.
Receiving Broadcasts
This receiver lets you enter a station’s frequency
directly by using the numeric buttons (direct tuning). If
you don’t know the frequency of the station you want,
see “Receiving broadcasts by scanning stations
(automatic tuning)” on this page.
Before you begin, make sure you have:
• Connected an FM/AM antenna to the receiver as
indicated on page 5.
• Selected the appropriate speaker system. (See
“Selecting the speaker system” on page 9.)
1 Press 1/u (power) to turn on the receiver.
2 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
3 Press FM or AM to select FM or AM stations.
4 Press DIRECT.
5 Press the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Example 2: AM 1350 kHz
(10 kHz interval) (9 kHz interval)
6 When you tune in AM stations, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
MASTER VOLUME
Numeric
buttons
1/u
(power)
TUNER
FM
FM
MODE
DIRECT
TUNING +/–
AM
1 0 2 5 0
1 3 5
1 3 5 0
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Presetting Radio Stations
You’ll most likely want to preset the receiver with the
radio stations you listen to often so that you don’t have
to tune in the station every time. The receiver can store
a total of 30 FM or AM stations. You can store the
stations on preset numbers combining 3 characters (A,
B, C) and numbers (0 - 9). For example, you can store a
station as preset number A1, B6 or C9, etc.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Tune in the station you want.
If you are not familiar with how to tune in a
station, see “Receiving Broadcasts” on the
previous page.
3 Press MEMORY.
“MEMORY” appears for a few seconds.
Do steps 4 and 5 before “MEMORY” goes out.
4 Press SHIFT to select a character (A, B or C).
Each time you press SHIFT, the letter “A,” “B” or
“C” appears in the display.
If “MEMORY” disappears, start again from step 3.
5 While MEMORY is displayed, press the number
you want to use (0 to 9).
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to preset other stations.
To change a preset station
Preset a new station on the number you want to change.
Note
If the AC power cord is disconnected for about one week,
the preset stations will be cleared from the receiver’s
memory, and you will have to preset the stations again.
Tuning preset stations (preset tuning)
You can tune directly to a preset station by entering its
preset number. If you don’t know which stations are
preset on which numbers, you can tune by scanning
the preset stations.
1 Press TUNER.
The last received station is tuned in.
2 Press SHIFT to select a character (A, B or C), then
press the number.
For example, select A and then press 7 to tune in
the station preset as A7.
You can tune by scanning the preset stations
First press TUNER and then press PRESET TUNING +
or – to select the station you want. Each time you press
the buttons, the preset numbers change as follows:
Naming preset stations
You can store names, up to 8 characters long, for your
preset stations. Once you name a preset station, the
name appears in the display instead of the frequency
when you tune to that preset. The characters you can
use include letters, numbers and symbols.
1 Tune to the preset station you want to name.
2 Press NAME.
The cursor blinks in the display.
3 Use + or – to select the character you desire.
4 Press NAME to move the cursor into position for
the next character.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 8 characters.
6 Press ENTER to store the names.
If you make a mistake
Press NAME repeatedly so that the character you want to
change blinks in the display, then use + or – to select the
desired character.
To display index names
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display index names and
program source (or frequency if you select TUNER).
Notes
• You can also enter a name of up to 8 characters for
program sources. Select the program source you want and
repeat steps 2 to 6.
• To clear program source name, press NAME and then
press the same program source button. Press ENTER to
delete the name (except TUNER).
n A1 ˜ A2 ˜… ˜ A0 ˜ B1 ˜ B2 ˜ … ˜ B0 N
n C0 ˜ … ˜ C2 ˜ C1N
MEMORY ENTERSHIFT TUNER
Numeric
buttons
PRESET
TUNING +/–
NAME
+/–
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Receiver Operations
Recording
This receiver makes it easy to record to and from the
components connected to the receiver. You don’t have
to connect playback and recording components
directly: once you select a program source on the
receiver, you can record and edit as you normally
would using the controls on each component.
Before you begin, make sure you’ve connected all
components properly.
ç: Audio signal flow
c: Video signal flow (STR-DE335 only)
Recording on a MiniDisc or audio tape
You can record on a MiniDisc or cassette tape using the
receiver. See the instruction manual of your MD
recorder or tape deck if you need help.
1 Press one of the function buttons to select the
program source.
2 Set the component to be ready for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD player.
3 Insert a blank disc or tape into the recording deck
and adjust the recording level, if necessary.
4 Start recording on the recording deck and then
start playing the component.
Recording on a video tape
You can record from a TV or a satellite receiver using
the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of
audio sources when editing a video tape. See your
VCR’s instruction manual if you need help.
1 Press TV/SAT to select the program source.
2 Set the component to be ready for playing.
For example, turn on the TV and TV tuner.
3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR for
recording.
4 Start recording on the VCR.
You can replace audio while editing a video tape
At the point you want to start adding different sound,
press another function button (for example, CD) and
start playback. The sound from the selected component
will be recorded over the original audio.
To resume recording the original sound, press the
TV/SAT function button.
Note
You cannot record the audio and video signal during
5.1 CH/DVD mode (STR-DE335 only).
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the amplifier to turn off automatically at a
time you specify.
Press SLEEP on the remote while the power is on.
Each time you press SLEEP, the time changes as shown
below.
The display dims after you specify the time.
You can check the time remaining before the
amplifier turns off
Press SLEEP on the remote. The remaining time appears
in the display.
n 2:00:00 n 1:30:00 n 1:00:00 n 0:30:00 n OFF
Playback component
(program source)
Function buttons
Recording component
(MD recorder, Tape
deck, VCR)
SLEEP
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Using Surround Sound
Choosing a Sound Field
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by
selecting one of the pre-programed sound field
according to the type of music you wish to play.
1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the
sound field.
One of the sound field indicators lights up.
2 Press SOUND FIELD MODE +/– repeatedly until
the sound field you want appears on the display.
Select the appropriate sound field as follows:
* “DOLBY” appears on the display.
** When using 5.1 CH/DVD only
When you use the remote
Each time you press SOUND FIELD MODE +/–, sound
field changes as follows:
When selecting program source
When using 5.1 CH/DVD
* “DOLBY” appears on the display.
To turn off sound field
Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF.
The receiver memorizes the last sound field selected
for each program source (Sound Field Link)
Whenever you select a program source, the sound field
that was last applied is automatically applied again. For
example, if you listen to CD with HALL as the sound
field, change to different program source, then return to
CD, HALL will be applied again. In the case of the
tuner, the sound fields for AM or FM band and for all
the preset stations are memorized separately.
You can find Dolby Surround-encoded software by
looking at the packaging
However, some videos and laser discs may use Dolby
Surround sound even if it’s not indicated on the
package.
Note
Make sure to select speaker A with the SPEAKERS A button,
otherwise, you can’t obtain the surround effect.
Type
CINEMA
VIRTUAL
MUSIC
MODE (Sound field)
PRO LOGIC*
C(inema) STUDIO
V DOLBY
V SURR**
HALL
Effects
Decodes programs processed
with Dolby Pro Logic
Surround.
Reproduces the sound
characteristics of a movie
theater. Great for watching
standard movies.
Uses front speakers to create
surround sound effects.
Uses front speakers and
center speaker to create
surround sound effects.
Reproduces the acoustics of
a rectangular concert hall.
Great for soft acoustic
sounds.
SOUND FIELD
MODE +/–
SOUND FIELD
ON/OFF
SOUND FIELD
MODE +/–
SET UP
SOUND FIELD
ON/OFF
Sound field
indicators
+/–
EFFECT/DELAY
EFFECT/
DELAY
n PRO LOGIC* ˜ C. STUDIO N
n HALL ˜ V DOLBY N
C. STUDIO ˜ V SURR
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Using Surround Sound
REAR
SET UP
CENTEREFFECT/DELAY
+/–
SOUND FIELD
MODE +/–
SOUND FIELD
ON/OFF
ENTER
Getting the Most Out of Dolby
Pro Logic Surround Sound
To obtain the best possible Dolby Pro Logic Surround
sound, first select the center mode according to the
speaker system you have. Then, adjust each speaker
volume and delay time.
Note that you must have at least one additional pair of
speakers and/or one center speaker to do the following
adjustments.
Selecting the center mode
The receiver offers you four center modes: Phantom,
Normal, Wide and 3 Stereo. Each mode is designed for
a different speaker configuration. Select the mode that
best suits your speaker’s system configuration:
1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on sound
field.
2 Press SOUND FIELD MODE +/– repeatedly to
select the Dolby surround sound field (PRO
LOGIC or C.STUDIO mode).
3 Press SET UP repeatedly until “CTR MODE”
appears on the display.
(continued)
Adjusting the Effect Level (except PRO
LOGIC)
You can make the surround sound more prominent by
increasing the EFFECT level. This control lets you
adjust the “presence” of the surround effect in six steps
(1-6).
1 Start playing a program source.
2 Press EFFECT/DELAY.
The effect level (“EFFECT 1” … “EFFECT 6”)
appears on the display.
3 Press +/– to select the level you prefer.
When you use the remote
Each time you press EFFECT/DELAY, the effect level
changes as follows:
Note
Changing the effect level may not produce major variations
in the surround effect when used with certain playback
sources.
EFFECT/
DELAY
TEST TONE
SOUND FIELD
MODE +/–
LEVEL
CENTER +/–
SOUND FIELD
ON/OFF
LEVEL
REAR +/–
n EFFECT 1 n EFFECT 2 n ....
EFFECT 6 N EFFECT 5 N
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Using Surround Sound
4 Press +/– repeatedly until the center mode you
want appears on the display. Select the center
mode as follows:
Adjusting the speaker volume
The test tone feature lets you set the volume of your
speakers to the same level. (If all of your speakers have
equal performance, you don’t have to adjust the
speaker volume.)
Using the controls on the remote lets you test the
speaker connection and adjust the volume level from
your listening position.
1 Press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF to turn on the
sound field.
Press SOUND FIELD MODE +/– repeatedly to
select “PRO LOGIC”.
2 Press TEST TONE on the remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker
sequentially.
3 Adjust the volume level so that the test tone from
each speaker is at the same level from your
listening position.
• To adjust the level of center speaker, press
LEVEL CENTER + or – on the remote.
• To adjust the level of rear speakers, press
LEVEL REAR + or – on the remote.
4 Press TEST TONE on the remote to turn off the
test tone.
You can adjust all speakers at one time
Adjust MASTER VOL on the remote or MASTER
VOLUME on the receiver.
You can also adjust the volume level with the
controls on the receiver
After pressing TEST TONE on the remote:
• Press CENTER to select the center speaker.
Press +/– to adjust the level.
• Press REAR to select the rear speaker.
Press +/– to adjust the level.
You can increase the output level of the rear
speakers
The adjustment range of the rear speakers is preset from
–15 to +10, but you can shift the range up 5 levels (–10
to +15).
• Press SET UP repeatedly until “REAR SET UP”
appears on the display.
• Press +/– repeatedly until “GAIN UP” appears on
the display.
The values for the rear level remain fixed at –15 to +10
in the display, but you will be able to hear the difference
in the actual output level.
To reset the rear level adjustment range, repeat this
procedure to display “NORMAL”.
Adjusting the delay time
You can make the surround sound more effective by
delaying the output from the rear speakers (delay
time). You can select from three delay times, S (15 mS),
M (20 mS), and L (30 mS). For example, if you’ve
placed the rear speakers in a large room or apart from
your listening position, set the delay time shorter.
1 Start playing a program source encoded with
Dolby Surround sound.
2 Press EFFECT/DELAY or EFFECT/DELAY on
the remote repeatedly to choose the delay time
parameter. The current delay time appears in the
display, such as “DELAY S,” “DELAY M” or
“DELAY L.”
Note
Select the PRO LOGIC mode when you adjust the delay time
using EFFECT/DELAY on the receiver.
If you have
Front and rear
speakers, no
center speaker
Front and rear
speakers, and a
small center
speaker
Front and rear
speakers, and a
large center
speaker
Front and center
speakers, no rear
speaker
So that
The sound of the
center channel is
output from the front
speakers.
The bass sound of the
center channel is
output from the front
speakers (because a
small speaker cannot
produce enough
bass).
For “complete” Dolby
Pro Logic Surround
sound.
The sound of the rear
channel is output
from the front
speakers.
Select
PHANTOM
NORMAL
WIDE
3 STEREO
(3 Channel Logic)
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Using Surround Sound
a) Adjustable only when the center mode is set to PHANTOM,
NORMAL or WIDE (see page 17).
b) Adjustable only when the center mode is set to 3 STEREO,
NORMAL or WIDE (see page 17).
Note
To adjust the speaker volume using a test tone as described
on page 18, select the PRO LOGIC sound field. The test tone
output in all other sound fields is used for verifying whether
there is output from speakers or not.
Sound field mode
Off
On
Type
––
CINEMA
VIRTUAL
MUSIC
Adjustable parameters for each sound field when selecting programme source
MODE
––
PRO LOGIC
C STUDIO
V DOLBY
HALL
Test tone output
No sound
Depends on center mode (see
page 17)
No sound
From the front and the rear
speakers alternately
Parameters
DELAY EFFECT REAR CENTER
rr
a)
r
b)
rr
a)
r
b)
r
rr r
Sound field mode
Off
On
Type
––
CINEMA
VIRTUAL
Adjustable parameters for each sound field when using 5.1 CH/DVD
MODE
––
C STUDIO
V SURR
Test tone output
In the following order:
front (L), center, front (R),
rear (R) and rear (L)
From the front and the center
speakers alternately
Parameters
DELAY EFFECT REAR CENTER
rr
rr r
rr
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while
using the receiver, use this troubleshooting guide to
help you remedy the problem. Should any problem
persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There’s no sound or only a very low-level sound is heard.
/ Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
/ Make sure you select the correct component
on the receiver.
/ Make sure you set the SPEAKERS selector
correctly (see page 9).
/ Press MUTING or MUTING on the remote if
the MUTING indicator turns on.
/ The protective device on the receiver has been
activated because of a short circuit
(“PROTECT“ flashes). Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn
on the power again.
The left and right sounds are unbalanced or reversed.
/ Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely.
/ Adjust the BALANCE control.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
/ Check that the speakers and components are
connected securely.
/ Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least 10
feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or
fluorescent light.
/ Place your TV away from the audio
components.
/ Make sure you connect a ground wire to the
antenna ground terminal.
/ The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
No sound is heard from the centre speaker.
/ Select the appropriate centre mode (see page
17).
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 18).
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from
the rear speakers.
/ Select the appropriate centre mode (see page
17).
/ Adjust the speaker volume appropriately (see
page 18).
/ Make sure you turn on the sound field
surround mode function.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
/ Check that the antennas are connected
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an
outdoor antenna if necessary.
/ The signal strength of the stations is too weak
(when you tune in with automatic tuning).
Use direct tuning.
/ Make sure you set the tuning interval
correctly (when you tune in AM stations with
automatic tuning) (see pages 13 and 21).
/ No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when you tune in
with scanning preset stations). Preset the
stations (see page 14).
Surround effect cannot be obtained.
/ Make sure you turn on the sound field
function.
/ Make sure that the front speakers are
connected to the SPEAKERS A terminal.
/ Make sure that SPEAKERS A and B buttons
are depressed when two sets of front speakers
are used.
No picture or an unclear picture is seen on the TV screen.
/ Select the appropriate function on the
receiver.
/ Place your TV away from the audio
components.
Recording cannot be made.
/ Check that the components are connected
correctly.
/ You cannot record audio from a program
source connected to 5.1 CH/DVD jacks.
The remote does not function.
/ Point the remote at the remote sensor g on
the receiver.
/ Remove the obstacles in the path of the
remote and the receiver.
/ Replace both batteries in the remote with new
ones if they are weak.
/ Make sure you select the correct function on
the remote.
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Additional Information
Specifications
Audio power specifications
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION
With 8-ohm load, both
channels driven, from 20
a)
-
20,000 Hz, rated 100 watts
per channel minimum RMS
power, with no more than
0.09 %
b)
total harmonic
distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output.
STR-SE391:
a) 40 Hz
b) 0.5 %
Amplifier section
10 kHz interval*
530 - 1710 kHz
9 kHz interval
531 -1710 kHz
Loop antenna
450 kHz
50 dB/m (at 1,000 kHz or
999 kHz)
54 dB (at 50 mV/m)
0.5 % (50 mV/m,
400 Hz)
At 9 kHz: 35 dB
At 10 kHz: 40 dB
VIDEO, TV/SAT, 5.1
CH/DVD:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
VIDEO, MONITOR:
1 Vp-p 75 ohms
Tuner section: PLL
quartz-locked digital
synthesizer system
Preamplifier section:
Low-noise NF type
equalizer
Power amplifier
section: Pure-
complementary SEPP
120 V AC, 60 Hz
230W
Inputs
Outputs
Muting
BASS BOOST
TONE
Tuner section
Tuning range
Antenna terminals
Intermediate
frequency
Sensitivity
Usable sensitivity
S/N
Harmonic
distortion at 1 kHz
Separation
Frequency
response
Selectivity
MD/TAPE REC OUT:
Voltage: 150 mV,
Impedance: 10 kilohms
VIDEO AUDIO OUT:
Voltage: 150 mV,
Impedance: 10 kilohms
WOOFER:
Voltage: 2 V
Impedance: 1 kilohms
PHONES: Accepts low
and high impedance
headphones
Full mute
+10 dB at 70 Hz
±8 dB at 100 Hz and
10 kHz
87.5 - 108.0 MHz
75 ohms, unbalanced
10.7 MHz
Mono: 18.3 dBf, 4.5 µV
Stereo: 38.3 dBf, 45 µV
11.2 dBf, 2 µV (IHF)
Mono: 76 dB
Stereo: 70 dB
Mono: 0.3 %
Stereo: 0.5 %
45 dB at 1 kHz
30 Hz - 15 kHz dB
60 dB at 400 kHz
Stereo mode
Surround mode
and 5.1 CH/DVD
mode
Frequency
response
General
Video section (STR-DE335 only)
STR-DE335:
(8 ohms at 20 Hz - 20 kHz
less than 0.09% total
harmonic distortion)
100 W + 100 W
STR-SE391:
(8 ohms at 40 Hz - 20 kHz
less than 0.5% total
harmonic distortion)
100 W + 100 W
STR-DE335:
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD
0.8 %)
Front: 80 W/ch
Center: (Pro Logic Mode)
80 W
Rear: 80 W/ch
STR-SE391:
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, THD
0.5 %)
Front: 80 W/ch
Center: (Pro Logic Mode)
80 W
Rear: 80 W/ch
PHONO: RIAA
equalization curve
±0.5 dB
(STR-SE391 only)
TV/SAT, CD, MD/TAPE,
VIDEO, 5.1 CH/DVD:
10 Hz - 50 kHz ±1 dB
FM tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
+0.5
–2
Tuning range
Antenna
Intermediate
frequency
Usable sensitivity
S/N
Harmonic
distortion
Selectivity
Inputs
Outputs
System
Power
requirements
Power
consumption
S/N
70 dB
80 dB
PHONO
(STR-
SE391
only)
CD,
5.1 CH/
DVD,
MD/TAPE,
TV/SAT,
VIDEO
Impedance
50
kilohms
50
kilohms
Sensitivity
4 mV
250 mV
AM tuner section
(continued)
* You can change the AM tuning interval
between 9 kHz and 10 kHz. Turn off the
receiver and press 1/u (power) for more
than 4 seconds until “INITIAL” appears.
1) After tuning in any AM station, turn
off the receiver.
2) Hold down PRESET TUNING + button
and press the 1/u (power) button.
“9k STEP” appears.
To change to 10k Step, repeat step 1 and 2
until “10k STEP” appears. Note that all
preset stations, index names and sound field
are cleared after you make the procedure
above.
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Additional Information
Preset station
A radio broadcasting station that is stored in
memory of the receiver. Once you “preset”
stations, you no longer have to tune in the
stations. Each preset station is assigned its
own preset number, which lets you tune
them in quickly.
Surround sound
Sound that consists of three elements: direct
sound, early reflected sound (early
reflections) and reverberative sound
(reverberation). The acoustics where you hear
the sound affect the way these three sound
elements are heard. These sound elements are
combined in such a way that you can actually
feel the size and the type of a concert hall.
• Types of sound
• Transition of sound from rear speakers
Test tone
Signal given out by the receiver for adjusting
the speaker volume. The test tone will come
out as follows:
• In a system with a center speaker
(NORMAL/WIDE/3 STEREO modes)
The test tone is output from the front L
(left), center, front R (right), and rear
speakers in succession.
• In a system without a center speaker
(PHANTOM mode)
The test tone is output from the front and
the rear speakers alternately.
Direct sound
Early
reflections
Reverberation
Level
Early reflection time
Time
Early reflections
Direct sound
Reverberation
3 STEREO
Center
Front (R)
Front (L)
Rear (L, R)
NORMAL/WIDE
Rear (L, R)
PHANTOM
Front (L, R)
• PHANTOM mode
Select PHANTOM mode if you have front
and rear speakers but no center speaker.
The sound of the center channel is output
from the front speakers.
• 3 STEREO mode
Select 3 STEREO mode if you have front
and center speakers but no rear speaker.
The sound of the rear channel is output
from the front speakers to let you
experience some of the surround sound
without using rear speakers.
Delay time
Time lag between the surround sound output
from front speakers and rear speakers. By
adjusting the delay time of the rear speakers,
you can obtain the feeling of presence. Make
the delay time longer when you have placed
the rear speakers in a small room or close to
your listening position, and make it shorter
when you have placed them in a large room
or apart from your listening position.
Direct tuning
Tuning method to let you directly enter a
station’s frequency using the numeric
buttons. Use this method if you know the
frequency of the station you want.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
As one method of decoding Dolby Surround,
Dolby Pro Logic Surround produces four
channels from two channel sound. Compared
with the former Dolby Surround system,
Dolby Pro Logic Surround reproduces left-to
right panning more naturally and localizes
sounds more precisely. To take full
advantage of Dolby Pro Logic Surround, you
should have one pair of rear speakers and a
center speaker. The rear speakers output
monaural sound.
5.1 CH/DVD
These jacks are used to input decoded Dolby
Digital (AC-3) audio signals, allowing you to
enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound. Use these
jacks to connect a Dolby Digital (AC-3)
decoder or a DVD player with a built-in AC-3
decoder.
Rear
speaker (R)
Rear
speaker (L)
Glossary
Center mode
Setting of speakers to enhance Dolby Pro
Logic Surround mode. To obtain the best
possible surround sound, select one of the
following four center modes according to
your speaker system.
• NORMAL mode
Select NORMAL mode if you have front
and rear speakers and a small center
speaker. Since a small speaker cannot
produce enough bass, the bass sound of
the center channel is output from the front
speakers.
• WIDE mode
Select WIDE mode if you have front and
rear speakers and a large center speaker.
With the WIDE mode, you can take full
advantage of Dolby Surround sound.
Center
speaker
Front
speaker (R)
Front
speaker (L)
Center
speaker
Rear
speaker (R)
Rear
speaker (L)
Front
speaker (R)
Front
speaker (L)
Center
speaker
Front
speaker (R)
Front
speaker (L)
Front
speaker (L)
Front
speaker (R)
Rear
speaker (R)
Rear
speaker (L)
STR-DE335:
1 switched, total 120 W/
1A max
STR-SE391:
2 switched, total 120 W/
1A max
17 x 5
6
/8 x 12
4
/8 inches
(430 x 144 x 306 mm)
STR-DE335:
8.7 kg (19 lb 2 oz)
STR-SE391:
8.8 kg (19 lb 6 oz)
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander
(remote) (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries
(2)
AC outlets
Dimensions
Mass (Approx.)
Supplied
accessories
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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Index
H, I, J, K, L, M
Hookups
AC power cord 10
antennas 5
audio components 6
overview 4
speakers 8
video component 6
N, O
NORMAL mode 17, 22
P
PHANTOM mode 17, 22
Preset station 14
Presetting
radio stations 14
Preset tuning 14
Program source
selecting 11
Q
Quick reference guide 26
R
Rear panel 5, 6, 8, 10, 24
Receiving broadcasts
directly 13
using preset stations 14
Recording
on a minidisc 15
on a tape 15
on a video tape 15
Remote buttons 11, 15, 25
A, B
Adjusting
delay time 18
effect level 17
speaker volume 18
tone 11
volume 11
Antenna hookups 5
Audio component hookups 6
Automatic tuning 13
C
Center mode 17, 22
NORMAL mode 17, 22
PHANTOM mode 17, 22
3 STEREO mode 17, 22
WIDE mode 17, 22
Connecting. See Hookups
D
Delay time 18, 22
Direct tuning 13, 22
Dolby Pro Logic
Surround 17, 22
center mode 17, 22
Dubbing. See Recording
E, F, G
Editing. See Recording
Effect level 17
S
Scanning
preset stations 14
radio stations 14
Selecting a program source 11
using the remote 11
Sleep Timer 15
Speakers
connection 8
placement 8
selecting speaker system 9
Storing radio stations. See
Presetting
Surround sound 17, 22
T
Test tone 18, 22
3 STEREO mode 17, 22
Troubleshooting 20
Tuning. See Receiving
broadcasts
U
Unpacking 4
V
Video component hookups 6
W, X, Y, Z
Watching/listening to video
programs 11
WIDE mode 17, 22
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Rear Panel Descriptions
1 ANTENNA (AM/FM)
2 CD
3 MD/TAPE
4 TV/SAT
5 VIDEO
6 WOOFER
7 5.1 CH/DVD
8 MONITOR
9 AC power cord
!º SWITCHED AC OUTLET
!¡ SPEAKERS FRONT (A/B)
!™ SPEAKERS CENTER
!£ SPEAKERS REAR
STR-DE335 only
1
78
9
!™6
5432
!£
!¡
!º
STR-SE391 only
1 ANTENNA (AM/FM)
2 PHONO
3 5.1 CH/DVD
4 y ground terminal
5 CD
6 MD/TAPE
7 TV/SAT
8 VIDEO
9 WOOFER
0 AC power cord
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Remote Button Descriptions
For buttons not described on previous pages and buttons with names different from the buttons on the main unit.
Remote Button
0-9
>10
CH/PRESET
+/–
D. SKIP
DISC
0/)
=/+
P
(
p
9
r
r + (
Remote Button
ENTER
TV/VIDEO
AV
1/u (power)
-/- -
POSITION
SWAP
P IN P
MASTER VOL
+/–
MUTING
ANT TV/VTR
Operates
TV/VCR/SAT
TV/VCR
TV/VCR/
LD player/
SAT/DVD
player
TV
TV
TV
TV
TV
TV
VCR
Function
Changes channels when
used with 0-9.
Selects input signal: TV
input or video input.
Turns on or off the power.
Selects the channel entry
mode, either one or two
digit.
Changes the position of
the small picture.*
Swaps the small and the
large picture.*
Activates the picture-in-
picture function.*
Normally, adjusts the
master volume of the
receiver.
Normally, mutes the
sound from the receiver.
Selects output signal from
the aerial terminal: TV
signal or VCR program.
* Only for Sony TVs with the picture-in-picture function
Note
Some Sony equipment cannot be controlled by this remote as
shown in the table above.
Operates
Receiver
CD player/MD
deck/DVD
player
TV/VCR/SAT
CD player/
MD recorder/
Tape deck
Receiver
TV/VCR/SAT
CD player
CD player
CD player/
DVD player
MD recorder/
Tape deck/
VCR
CD player/
MD recorder
CD player/
MD recorder/
Tape deck/
VCR/DVD
player
CD player/
MD recorder/
Tape deck/
VCR/DVD
player
CD player/
MD recorder/
Tape deck/
VCR/DVD
player
Tape deck
Tape deck
MD recorder/
Tape deck/
VCR
Function
Selects preset numbers.
Selects track numbers.
0 selects track 10.
Selects channel numbers.
Selects track numbers over
10.
Scans and selects preset
stations.
Selects preset channels.
Skips discs (CD player
with multi-disc changer
only).
Select discs (Mega storage
CD player only).
Searches tracks (forward
or backward).
Fastforwards or rewinds.
Skips tracks.
Pauses play or record.
(Also starts recording with
components in record
standby).
Starts play.
Stops play.
Starts play on the reverse
side.
Sets tape decks to the
record standby mode.
Starts recording when
pressed with ( (or 9 on
tape deck).
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Quick Reference Guide
Receiving Broadcasts
(direct tuning)
Example: Receiving FM
102.50 MHz
Presetting Radio
Stations
Example: Presetting a
station as A7
Selecting a
Component
Example 1:Playing a CD
Example 2:Watching a video
tape
Display
MHz
Using Pre-programed
Sound Fields
Example: Watching the
video tape of a
Dolby Surround-
encoded movie
Receiving Preset
Stations
Example: Receiving the
station number A7
Scanning Radio
Stations
(automatic tuning)
Example: Scanning FM
stations
Scanning Preset
Stations
Select A.
Tune in the station you want.
TUNER
MEMORY
SHIFT
7
Turn on the CD player.
Start playing.
Turn on the VCR.
Start playing.
CD
VIDEO
Select A.
TUNER
SHIFT
7
Select FM.
10250
TUNER
FM
DIRECT
Select FM.
To continue
scanning.
—
TUNING
+
—
TUNING
+
FM
TUNER
–
PRESET
TUNING
+
TUNER
SOUND FIELD
SOUND FIELD
Turn on the VCR.
Select PRO
LOGIC.
Start playing.
VIDEO
ON/OFF
+
MODE
—
MODE
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