Notice SONY STR-DE435

« ll 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 mains lead, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. •AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop. •The mains switch is located on the front exterior. 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. If you have any question or problem concerning your receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.3GB Getting Started TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started Unpacking 4 Hookup Overview 4 Aerial Hookups 5 Audio Component Hookups 5 Video Component Hookups 6 Speaker System Hookups 7 AC Hookups 9 Before You Use Your Receiver 9 Dolby Surround Setup 10 Location of Parts and Basic Amplifier Operations Front Panel Parts Description 12 Receiver Operations Receiving Broadcasts 16 Presetting Radio Stations 17 Storing FM Stations Automatically in Alphabetical Order (“Auto-betical”) 18 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) 18 Using Surround Sound Enjoying Surround Sound 21 Selecting a Sound Field 22 Customizing Sound Fields 23 Other Operations Indexing Preset Stations and Programme Sources 25 Recording 25 Using the Sleep Timer 26 Additional Information Troubleshooting 27 Specifications 28 Glossary 29 Index 30 Rear Panel Descriptions 31 Quick Reference Guide 32 About This Manual This instructions in this manual is for model STR-DE435. Check your model number by looking at the upper right corner of the front panel. 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. For details on the use of your remote, refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with the remote. •A “Quick Reference Guide” is supplied on page 32. •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 contains a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY”, “PRO LOGIC” and the double-D symbol a are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. GBGetting Started 4GB UnpackingHookup Overview Before you get started •Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. •Do not connect the mains lead 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... »