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filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB02REG_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] 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.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB01COV_STR-LV500-CELTOC.fm] masterpage:Right Table of Contents Hooking up the components Required cords ........................................ 4 Connecting analog components .............. 5 Connecting digital components............... 6 Connecting the antennas ......................... 7 Placing speakers...................................... 8 Connecting speakers ...............................
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left Hooking up the components Required cords Before you get started The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cords (A to E) (not supplied).
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right Connecting analog components TV monitor DVD player VIDEO OUT L INPUT AUDIO OUT MONITOR IN R OUTPUT A Hooking up the components If you connect your TV to the MONITOR jack, you can watch the video from the selected input (page 12). For details on the required cords (A–E), see page 4.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left . Connecting digital components Connect the digital output jacks of your DVD player (etc.) to this system’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.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right Connecting the antennas FM wire antenna (supplied) AM loop antenna (supplied) MONITOR ANTENNA VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN OUT U 75 FM L AM Hooking up the components Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left Placing speakers To fully enjoy surround sound, configure your speakers as below. • Place the front speaker in a location 1 to 7 meters from the listening position (A). • You can enjoy a higher quality sound effect if you place the center speaker from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A) to a distance 1.5 meters closer to your listening position (B).
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filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left Note If you use speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers. To avoid short-circuiting the speakers Short-circuiting may damage the speakers and cause a malfunction. Make sure the stripped ends of each speaker cord does not touch the stripped end of another speaker cord.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB03CON_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Checking the connections — TEST TONE After connecting all of your components to the receiver, do the following to verify that the connections were made correctly. Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the level of each speaker. 1 2 1 2 3 4 Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver. Rotate VOLUME on the receiver clockwise. 3 Turn on the power of the sub woofer.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB04BSC_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Receiving broadcasts Basic Operations Selecting the component 1 Press INPUT SELECTOR repeatedly to select the input. The selected input appears in the display. To select the 2 3 masterpage:Left Display Before receiving broadcasts, make sure you have connected FM and AM antennas to the receiver (page 7). Use the remote for the tuner operation.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB04BSC_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Press TUNING + to change the frequency from low to high. Press TUNING – to change the frequency from high to low. Tip If “MEMORY” goes out before you can store the station, start again from step 3. 6 Tuning to preset stations 1 Preset tuning After you have tuned in stations using Automatic Tuning or Manual Tuning, you can preset them to the receiver.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB04BSC_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Using the Radio Data System (RDS) This receiver also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can also display RDS information. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station on the FM band using automatic tuning, manual tuning (page 12), or preset tuning (page 13).
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filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB04BSC_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left About the indications in the display 1 2 3 4 5 SLEEP L C R ; DIGITAL ; PL II LFE DTS SW SL SSB SR OPT COAX 0 9 D.RANGE EQ MEMORY RDS STEREO MONO 8 7 A SLEEP: Lights up when sleep timer is activated. B Playback channel indicators: The letters (L, C, R, etc.) indicate the channels being played back.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB05SND_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Enjoying Surround Sound Using only the front speakers Listening to 2 channel stereo sources (2CH STEREO) Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field processing and multi channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channel. Press 2CH on the remote. Or press SOUND FIELD on the system repeatedly. “2CH ST.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB05SND_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] through Dolby Pro Logic II or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic. Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode. Or press SOUND FIELD on the system repeatedly. x PRO LOGIC masterpage:Left Selecting a sound field You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB05SND_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right x C.ST.EX C (CINEMA STUDIO EX C) DCS Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the soundtrack. About CINEMA STUDIO EX modes Press MUSIC repeatedly to select the sound field you want. Or press SOUND FIELD on the system repeatedly.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Other Operations/Settings Switching the audio input mode for digital components — INPUT MODE You can switch the audio input mode for components for which this receiver has digital audio input jacks. 1 2 Press INPUT SELECTOR to select the input. Press INPUT MODE repeatedly to select the audio input mode. The selected audio input mode appears in the display.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Using the Sleep Timer You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time by using the remote. 1 2 Press V/v until “SLEEP” and “OFF” indication in the display flashes. Using the supplied remote to controlling the other component You can use the supplied remote to control other Sony components. TV ?/1 ?/1 AV ?/1 Press B/b to select the time.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Remote Button Operations ALBUM +/– Hard disc audio recorder/CD player AV ?/1 AV MENU Function Remote Button Operations Function Selects the MP3 album. TOP MENU/ GUIDE DVD player Displays DVD title. TV/VCR/Hard Turns the audio and disc audio video components on recorder/ or off. CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/ MD deck VCR/Satellite Displays menu.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right Remote Button Operations Function ./> VCR/Hard disc audio recorder/ CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/ MD deck/ Tape deck Skips tracks. Hard disc audio recorder/ CD player/ VCD player/ DVD player/ MD deck Searches tracks (forward or backward). If the factory settings of the input buttons on the remote do not match your system components, you can change them.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] To reset all the input buttons to their factory setting Press ?/1, AV ?/1 and VOLUME – at the same time. masterpage:Left Setting up the speakers You can use the SET UP menu to set the size and distance of the speakers connected to this system. 1 2 3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press MAIN MENU repeatedly to select the SET UP menu. Press V/v to select the menu item you want.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] • SMALL If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of surround effects when using multi channel surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate the bass redirection circuitry and output the center channel bass frequencies from the front speakers (if set to “LARGE”) or sub woofer. • NO If you did not connect a center speaker, select “NO”.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Customizing sound fields masterpage:Left x D.RANGE COMP. (Dynamic range compressor) By adjusting the LEVEL menu and TONE menu, you can customize the sound fields to suit your particular listening situation. Position your speakers and do the procedures described in “Placing speakers” (page 8) and “Checking the connections” (page 11) before you customize a sound field.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB060TH_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right For details, see “TONE menu parameters” below. 4 5 While monitoring the sound, press B/b to adjust the selected parameter. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the other items. TONE menu parameters x BASS XXX dB (Front speaker bass level) Other Operations/Settings x TREB.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB07ADD_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Left On cleaning Additional Information Precautions On safety 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.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB07ADD_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] 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 is no sound from a specific component. • Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB07ADD_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] Radio stations cannot be tuned in. • Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary. • The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning. • Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB07ADD_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right AM tuner section Tuning range Antenna Intermediate frequency Usable sensitivity S/N Harmonic distortion Selectivity At 9 kHz: 531 – 1,602 kHz Loop antenna 450 kHz 50 dB/m (at 999 kHz) 54 dB (at 50 mV/m) 0.5% (50 mV/m, 400 Hz) 35 dB General Additional Information Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 95 W Power consumption (during standby mode) 0.
filename[\\Nas-data-server\SONY Current jobs\SONY STRLV500\_DTP\4248914121\424891412STRLV500CEL\GB07ADD_STR-LV500-CEL.fm] masterpage:Right List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
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