Sony AVD-SSOES User manual

SONY
4-240-933-l l(2)
Super Audio CD/
DVD RECEIVER
Operating instructions
Mode d’emploi
AVD-SSOES
0 2002 Sony Corporation

WARNING
For the customers in the
USA
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
A
Thissymbolisintendedto
alerttheusertothe
presenceof uninsulated
“dangerousvoltage”
within theproduct’senclosurethat
maybeof sufficientmagnitudeto
constitutearisk of electricshockto
PWSO”S.
n
I
.
Thissymbolisintendedto
alerttheusertothe
presenceof important
operatingand
maintenance(servicing)instructloos
intheliteratureaccompanyingthe
appliance.
Owner’s Record
Themodelandserialnumbersare
locatedattherearof theunit.
Recordtheserialnumberinthe
spaceprovidedbelow.Refertothem
wheneveryoucall uponyourSony
dealerregardingthisproduct.
ModelNo.AVD-SSOES
SerialNo.
CAUTION
Useof thisappliancewith some
systemsmaypresentashockortire
hazard.Donotusewith anyunits
whichhavethefollowingmarking
locatednearoutput.
“WARNING!HAZARDOUS
ENERGY!...”
CAUTION
Asthelnserbeamusedin thi\ CD/
DVDplayerisharmfultoeye\,do
notattempttodisassemblethe
cabinet.Referservicingtoqualified
personnelonly.
Thislabel1slocatedontheside
exterior.
WARNING
Thisequpmenthasbeentestedand
foundtocomplywith thelimits for a
ClawB digitaldevice,pursuantto
PartI5 of theFCCRules.The%
limits aredesignedtoprovide
reasonableprotectionagainst
harmfulinterferencein aI-esidential
installation.Thisequipment
generates,uses,andcanradiatewdlo
frequencyenergyand.If not
mstalledanduredin accordancr
withthemstructions,maycawe
harmfulinterferencetoradio
communications.Howevw.thereis
noguaranteethatinterferencewll
notoccwin IIparticularinstallation.
If thisequipmentdoe?,cuss harmful
interfewmcetoI-adioortelevision
reception,whichcanbedetermined
byturningtheequipmentoff and011.
theuserisencouragedtotry to
correcttheinterferencebyow 01
moreof thefollowingmeasurex
Reortentorrelocatethetzcrivillg
antenna.
Increasethesepamtionbrtween
theequtpmentandreceiver.
Connecttheequipmentintox1
outletonacxcuit differentfrom
thattowhichthereceivel-i\
connected.
Consultthedealeror an
experiencedradio/TVtechoici;m
for help.
CAUTION
Youarecautionedthatanychanges
ormodificationsnotexpressly
approvedin thismanualcouldvoid
yourauthoritytooperatethis
equipment.
For the customers in
Canada
CAUTION
TOPREVENTELECTRICSHOCK,
DONOTUSETHlSPOLARIZED
ACPLUGWlTHAN EXTENSION
CORD,RECEPTACLEOROTHER
OUTLETUNLESSTHEBLADES
CAN BEFULLYINSERTEDTO
PREVENTBLADEEXPOSURE
Note to CATV system installer:
Thibrrmindel-i\ providedto41 the
CATVsystemin\taller‘silttrntlotl to
At-liclr 820.40of theNECthat
providerguideline\for proper
groundingand.111puticulw,
apecitiesthiitthecablegroundhhall
beconnectedtothegrounding
systemof thebuilding.ascloseto
thepointof cableentrya\ pm&xl.
ENERGYSTAR’”isil U.S.
regt\twrd mark.
A\ anENERGYSTAR”partner,
SonyCorpowtionhas
drrrrminedthatthi\ product
meet\theENERGYSTAR”’
guideline fol-energyefiiuency.
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Welcome!
Precautions
Safety
. It’ anythmg fXl\ into the cnhmct.
unplug the unit and have it
checked by qualified pwsonnel
before opemting it any furtha.
- The unit is not di+xxmected from
the mains as long as it is
connected to the main\ outlet,
even if the unit itself ha been
turned off.
Installing
* Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase
or built-in cabinet.
* Allow adequate air circulation to
prevent internal heat buildup.
* Do not place the unit on surfaces
(rugs, blankets, etc.) or nea
lmnterinls (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation slot\.
* Do not install the unit near heat
source\ such as radiators, or air
duct\. or in a place subject to
direct hunlight, excessive dust.
mechanical vibration, or shock.
* Do not install the unit tn an
inclined position. It i\ designed to
be operated in a horizontal
pohltl”” only.
* Keep the unit and dt\ca away from
equipment with strong magnets,
wch a\ microwave ovens, or large
loud\peakera.
Thank you for purchasing this Sony
Super Audio CDIDVD RECEIVER.
Before operating this system, please
read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
* Do Inot place heavy objects on the
untt.
* If the unit is brought directly from
a cold to a warm location.
moisture may condense inside the
receiver and cause damage to the
lenses. When you first install the
unit. or when you move it from a
cold to a warm location, wait for
about 30 minutes before operating
the unit.
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Precautions
On safety
l Caution -The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard.
l 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 placement
l Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the
receiver.
l At high volume, over long periods of time, the
cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not :I
malfunction. However, touching the cabinet
should be avoided. Do not place the unit in a
confined space where ventilation i\ poor ;I\ thih
may cause overheating.
l Do not block the ventilation 4oth by putting
anything on the receiver. The receiver i\
equipped with a high power amplifier. If the
ventilation slots on the top surface are blocked.
the unit can overheat and maltunction.
l Do not place the receiver on a soft surface such
as a rug that might bloch the ventilation h&s
on the bottom.
l Do not place the receiver in a location near heat
sources, or in a place \ub,jcct to direct sunli$t.
excessive dust. or mechanical shock.
On operation
l If the receiver is brought directly from a cold 10
a warm location. or i\ placed in a \‘ery damp
room, moisture may conden5c‘ on the lens3
inside the receiver. Should thi\ occur. the
receiver may not operate properly. In thl\ case.
remove the disc and leave the recei\ cr turned on
for about half an hour until the moi\turc
evaporates.
l When you move the receiver. tahc out an> di\c\.
If you don’t. the di\c may he clama@
l For power saving purpo\cs. the receiver CM hc
completely turned off by the POWER butlon (,I,
the main unit. Though the LED remain\ 111for a
while, the receiver is completely off.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to ;I
section with very low level inputs or no audiu
signals. If you do. the speaker\ may be damaged
when a peak level sectton i\ played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet. panel, and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mtld detelgent
solution. Do not u\e any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent \uch as alcohol 01
benrine.
If you have any quc~~ion~ or ~problcm\ concerning
your receicer. plca\e consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
On cleaning discs
Do not UK ;I commercially ;n~lilahl~ C’IYDVD
cleaning rlihc. It may cau\c :I mall~uncliot7.

Tableof Contents
WARNING .......................................................................................................... 2
Welcome! ........................................................................................................... 3
Precautions ........................................................................................................ 4
About this Manual .............................................................................................. 7
This receiver Can Play the Following Discs ....................................................... 7
Notes about the Discs ........................................................................................ 9
Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 10
Guide to the Control Menu Display.. ................................................................ 14
................................................................
Quick Overview ................................................................................................ 16
Unpacking ........................................................................................................ 16
Inserting Batteries into the Remote ................................................................. 17
Step 1: Speaker System Hookup.. ................................................................... 17
Step 2: Antenna Hookups ................................................................................ 20
Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups .................................................... 22
Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 24
Presetting Radio Stations ................................................................................ 29
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...
PlayingDiscs
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.................................. 31
Playing Discs ................................................................................................... 31
Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc
(Resume Play) ........................................................................................... 32
Using the DVD’s Menu .................................................................................... 33
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC Playback) .............................. 34
Playing an MP3 Audio Track ............................................................................ 35
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) ................................................... 36
Playing in random order (Shuffle Play) ............................................................ 38
Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play) .................................................................... 39
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Searchingfor a Scene...... ................. .
... ....................
Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play) .............. 40
Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Index/Album ............................................. 41
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ViewingInformationAboutthe Disc.......o.ssO...*......*.a
.............. 43
Viewing the Playing Time and Remaining Time on the Front Panel Display.. .. 43
Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time ............................................ 44
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SoundAdjusfments.......................................................... -z .
Changing the Sound ........................................................................................ 46
Automatically decoding the input audio signal (Auto Decoding) ...................... 48
Enjoying Surround Sound ................................................................................ 48
Using only the front speakers (2 Channel Stereo) ........................................... 51
Adjusting the level parameters.. ....................................................................... 51
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Changing the Angles ....................................................................................... 52
Displaying the Subtitles ................................................................................... 53
UsingVariousAdditionalFunctions....................................... 54
Locking Discs (CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL, PARENTAL CONTROL) ... 54
.............................................................
Controlling the TV or satellite receiver with the Supplied Remote ................... 59
Using the Video or other Unit.. ......................................................................... 61
Listening to the Radio ...................................................................................... 62
Naming Preset Stations ................................................................................... 63
................................................... 64
Using the Setup Display .................................................................................. 64
Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP). ............ 65
Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). .................................................... 66
Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). .............................................................. 68
Settings for the Speakers (SPEAKER SETUP) ............................................... 69
AdditionalInformation....................................................... 72
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 72
Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). .......... 76
Glossary .......................................................................................................... 76
Specifications.. ................................................................................................. 79
Language Code List.. ....................................................................................... 81
DVD Setup Menu List ...................................................................................... 82
Index ................................................................................................................ 83
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Aboutthis Manual
0The instructions in this manual describe
he controls on the remote. You can also
usethe controls on the receiver if they
have the sameor similar namesasthose on
the remote.
0The icons used in this manual are
explained below:
Thisreceiver CanPlay
the FollowingDiscs
I Format of discs
Termsfor discs
l Title
The longest sections of a picture or music
feature on a DVD, movie, etc., in video
software. or the entire album in audio
software.
l Chapter
Sections of a picture or a music piece that
are smaller than titles. A title is composed
of severalchapters. Depending on the disc,
no chapters may be recorded.
. Album
Section of a music piece on a data CD
containing Ml’3 audio tracks.
eTrack
Sections of a picture or a music piece on a
VIDEO CD, SuperAudio CD, CD, or
MP3.
l index (Super Audio CD, CD) /Video
Index (VIDEO CD)
A number that divides a track into sections
to easily locate the point you want on a
VIDEO CD or SuperAudio CD.
Depending on the disc, no indexes may be
recorded.
0Scene
On aVIDEO CD with PBC functions
(page 34). the menu screens,moving
pictures and still pictures are divided into
sectionscalled “scenes.”
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DVD
structure
Note on PBC (Playback Control)
(VIDEO CDs)
This receiver conforms to Ver. I I and Ver.
2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy
two kinds of playback depending on the disc
type.
Disc type You can
VIDEO CDs Enjoy video playback
without PBC (moving pictures) aswell
functions as1nusic.
(Ver. 1.1discs)
VIDEO CDs
Play interactive software
with PBC minp menu screens
functions displayed on the TV screen
(Ver. 2.0 discs) (PBC Playback). in
addition to the video
playback functions of Ver.
I. I discs. Moreover. you
can play high-resolution
still pictures, if they are
included on the disc.
Regioncode
Your receiver has a region code printed on
the back of the unit and will only play
DVDs labelled with the salue region code.
DVDs labelled a will also play on thi:,
receiver.
If you try to play any other DVD. the
message “Playback prohibited by area
limitations.” will appear on the TV screen
Depending on the DVD. IN region code
indication may he labelled even though
playing the DVD is prohibited by area
restrictions.
Examplesof discsthat the receiver
cannotplay
The receiver cannot play the following
discs:
l CD-ROMs (PHOTO CD\ included)
l CD-RKD-RW\ other than those recordrcl
in the following format\:
- music CD format
- video CD format
- MP3 format that conforms to lSO9660’~
Level l/Level 2, or its extended format,
Joliet
l Data part of CD-Extras
l DVD-ROMs
l DVD Auclio discs
‘1.A logical t’ormat of lilex ;md folder\ on CD-ROMs.
defined hy ISO tIntcmational Standard
Organic.ation 1
Do not load the following discs:
l A DVD with ;I different region code (page
8. 78).
l A disc that is neither standard nor circular
(e.g., card. heart. or star shape).
l A disc with paper or stickers 011 it.
l A disc that has the adhesive. cellophane
tape, or a sticker still left on it.
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Noteonplaybackoperationsof
DVDsandVIDEOCDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally setby
software producers. Since this receiver plays
DVDs andVIDEO CDs according to the
disc contents the software producers
designed. some playback features may not
he available. Also. refer to the instructions
sttpplicd with the DVDa or VIDEO CDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright
lprotectiontechnology that is protected by
method claims of certain II.!;. patents.other
inlellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation. L
,unciother rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authori7eclby
Macrovision Corporation. and is intended
I’orhome and other limited viewing uses
only unlessotherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disasscmhly is prohibited.
This receiver incorporates with Dolby’:’
Digital and Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive
matrix surround clecoclerand the DTS’“‘:’
Digital Stirrotnid System.
Notesaboutthe Discs
On handling discs
l To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by
its edge. Do not touch the surface.
l Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
l Do not exposethe disc to direct sunlight or
heat sourcessuch ashot air ducts, or leave
it in a car parked in direct sunlight asthe
temperature may rise considerably inside
the car.
l After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
l Before playing, clean the disc with a
cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
0Do not usesolvents such asbenzine,
thinner. commercially available cleaners,
or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only play back a standard
circle disc. Using neither standard nor
circular discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape)
may causea nialftmction.
Do not usea disc that hasa commercially
available accessoryattached. such asa label
or ring.
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Indexto PartsandControls
For more information, refer to the pagesindicated in parentheses.
FrontPanel
h!l
16 15
q POWER switch (3I )
q STANDBY indicator (3I )
q H (remote sensor) ( 17)
q Disc tray (3I)
q MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
indicator
q 5Z(open/close) (3I )
q D (play) (3I )
q FUNCTION +I- (6I )
q VOLUME control (3 I. 7I 1
q w/w. PRESET +/b (33)
q SOUND FlE:LD ALIT0 DE(‘I1CH S
MODE (48. -ic).4I 1
q a (stop)(30.3I)
q II (pause) (.<2)
q Front panel dixplay ( I I 1
q DISPLAY if?71
q PHONKS jlI:l\ (.?11
Tl
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FrontPanelDisplay
When playing back a DVD
Current play mode Playing status Current chapter number Current sound
Lights up when you can Current title Playing time
change the angle number
When playing back a Super Audio CD, CD, VIDEO CD, or MP3
Current disc
Current play mode
Current index number
(The index indicator does not appear during
Super Audio CD or MP3 playback.)
Current surround
format
Current sound
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RFPFATi TRACK M s
6j@ --.
PROGRAM b00
(D MP3 SHUFFLE
iira
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.: , ..: ..m.. ..... p...
.: - --.
s : i . v-
!.... :.... . :.... ... ..
“,“L”,“” . . . . . I
- . --A
Lights up during
MP3 playback Playing status Current track number Playing time
Lights up during
PBC playback
(VIDEO CD onlyi
Whem listening fs the radio
Preset number Monaural/Stereo effect
Current statlon
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llUS

q AM antenna (20)
q VIDEO (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN/
OUT) jacks (22)
q TV/SAT (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN)
jacks (22)
q AUX (S VIDEO/ANALOG L/R IN)
jacks
q MONITOR (S VIDEO OUT) jack (22)
q COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (22)
q COMPONENT VIDEO OUT switch
(67,721
q SPEAKERS jack\ ( IX)
q SUB WOOFER (ANALOG OUT) jack
(18)
q DIGITAL (AUX COAX IN) jack
q DIGITAL (TV/SAT OPT IN) jack (23)
q DIGITAL (MD/DAT OPT IN) jack
q DIGITAL (OPTICAL OUT) jack
q FM 7SR COAXIAL antenna.jack (20)
12"s

q RM SET UP (59)
q TV I/b (on/standby) (59)
q BAND (29)
q FUNCTION (61)
q NAME (63)
q SAT (61)
q PLAY MODE (36)
[83 REPEAT (39)
q Number buttons (33)
/@ l4d/W. CH -t/- (29, 32)
q D (play) (31)
q II (pause) (32)
q TOP MENU/GUIDE (33)
q f/+/+/S/ENTER (25)
q DVD DISPLAY (14,38)
q TV CH +/- (60)
q TV VOL +/- (60)
q AV I/b (on/standby) (60)
q I/e (on/standby) (3I)
•j STEREO/MONO (62)
q MEMORY (29)
q SOUND FIELD (48)
q DISPLAY (62)
q TIME (43)
q DIMMER
q AUDIO (46)
q ANGLE (52)
q SUBTITLE (53)
q ENTER (61)
q CLEAR (37)
q +4/W (29,40)
q n (stop) (31)
q MUTING (32)
q AV MENU (33)
q VOLUME +/- (3I, 7I)
H o? RETURN/EXIT (34)
q TV/VIDEO (60)
q AMP MENU (25)
q DVD SETUP (64)
f&j WIDE (60)
13"s

Guideto the ControlMenuDisplay
Use the Control Menu to select a function that you’d like to use.The Control Menu display
appearswhen the DVD DISPLAY button is pressed.For details, refer to the page in
parentheses.
Total number of
Current playing title number (Video CD/ titles or tracks
Super Audio CD/CD: track number) recorded
Disc name or
Current playing chapter
number (Video CD/Super
Audio CD/CD: index number)
I-.-?
Playing trm
Total number of chapters or indexes recorded
, OPlayback. IIPause, WStop, etc )
Type of disc being
Icon of selected .“-
Control Menu item
Control Menu items I -
Function name of selected .-.
Control Menu item
Operation message
List of Control Menu Items
SCENE (only VIDEO CD in PBC
playback)/TRACK (VIDEO CD only)
(page 41)
142YINDEX (VIDEO CD only) (page 42)
(paw 42)
Displays the disc name or the disc type
inserted into the receiver.
Selectsthe title (DVD). the scene(VIDEO
CD in PBC playback ). or the track
(VIDEO CD) to bc played.
Selects the chapter (DVD) or the index
(VIDEO CD) to be played.
Selects the album tMP.3) to he played.
Selects the track (Super Audio CD/CD/
MP3) to be playctl.
Displays the index (Super Audio CD/CD).
Selectsthe iude\ (Supci./\ncho CD only) to
beplayed.

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QuickOverview
This chapter presentsaquick overview so you can begin enjoying your new receiver right away.
For selecting a language used in the on-screendisplay, refer to the page65.
For selecting the aspectratio of the TV to be connected, refer to the page66.
Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
l AM loop antenna( I)
l FM wire antenna( I )
l SVideo cord (I)
l Remote Commander (remote) RM-SPSO(I )
l R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
16"s

Inserting Batteries into the Remote
You can control the receiver using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the @ and @ endson the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When
using the remote. point it at the remote sensor q on the receiver.
StepI: SpeakerSystemHookup
You cau ell,joy surround \otlnd 11~connecting 5 speakers(l’ront L/R speakers.center speaker,
rear L/R slxxtl~crs)and acti\ c \tIh\\,ooter tn the receiver. If you do not connect 5 speakersand
,lctive subwoofer to the recei\‘er. the rcceivc‘roffer\ the meansto optimize signal depending on
the nnmher ol‘connccted slx~l~c~~s.When you connect 2 speakersto the receiver, connect the
spcakcrs IOthe SPEAKERS IXONT L/R jacks.

t”-r ‘t _ -,,
fer comeding theqyakqs
Connect the
Front soeakers
Rear speakers
Center speaker
Subwoofer
To the
SPEAKERS FRONT L and R terminals
SPEAKERS SURROUND L and R terminals
SPEAKERS CENTER terminal
SUBWOOFER ANALOG OUT terminal
Front speaker (R)
Subwoofer
(active type)
Rear speaker (R) Rear speaker (L)
18"s

Notefor connectingthe speakercordsto thereceiver : ; ,:I’.
Remove about IO mm of insulation at the end of the cord. then twist the exposed wires.
Connect the stripped ends of the cords to the terminals, taking care to avoid mutual contact
bctwecn the cords.
Make sure the cords are firmly connected to the speaker and receiver terminals.
Toavoidshort-circuiting the speakers
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the receiver. To prevent this, be sure to follow
these precautions when connectinp the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord
does not touch another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord.
Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord
Stripped speakercord IStouching Strippedcords are touching each other due to
another speakerterminal. excessive removalof insulation.
,Zl’ccr co~~ncc~~~~g alI the L~OII~~OIICIIL~, speakers. and AC power cord (mains lead), output a test
IOW to chcc~l, that all the ~I>t~i~l\cr\are connected correctly. For details OII outputting a test tone,
\ce page 17.
il. no sound i\ Iic’;iixl l’i.oln 21,,pcal\cr while outputtin g
ii test tone, or a te\t tone is output from a
~XI,IY other tlx111 111~ow C~IITCIII~~ displayed on the front panel display. the speaker may be
,,horl-lriri~uilc(l. !I iliii liapp~‘i~\. :.hcc~I\the \peakcr connection again.

Step2:AntennaHookups
Connect the supplied AM/FM antennasfor listening to the radio.
3e&@%fsfor connectingthe antennas
Connect the To the
AM loopantenna AM terminals
FM wireantenna FM 75RCOAXIAL terminal
AM loop antenna
2ous