Sony STR-AV1000 User manual

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SONY
fm' stereo/fm-am receiver
operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
STR-AV1000
1988 by Sony Corporation

INFORMATION
OWNER’S RECORD
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not ex¬
pose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
«tSK OP ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been
type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
computing device in accordance with the specifications in
Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in a
residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause 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:
Reorient the receiving antenna
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the receiver
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems”. This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-003454,
For the customers in Canada
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage" within the prod¬
uct's enclosure that may be of suffi¬
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons:
|— CAUTION:-
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTAOLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
A This symbol is intended to alert the
/•\ user to the presence of important
/ ■ \ operating and maintenance (servicing)
/ I \ instructions in the literature accompa-
L _?_A nying the appliance.
- Note to CATV system installer:-
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-22 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.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Outline of STR-AV1000 and STR-AV900 . 4
Precautions . 4
Installation . 5
Connections . 6
Notes on connections . 6
Overall connection diagram . 6
Connecting the FM antenna . 7
Connecting the AM antenna . 7
Connecting the antenna ground . 8
Connecting a speaker system . 8
Connecting tape decks . 9
Connecting a CD player . 9
Connecting a turntable system . 10
Connecting a DAT deck . 10
Connecting VCRs . 11
Connecting a monitor TV . 11
Connecting a VCR, monitor TV, etc. equipped with the connectors for
component video signal of the luminance and the chrominance . 12
Connecting a portable VCR, etc. 12
Connecting the remote control system . 13
Connecting the AC power. 13
Parts identification .14
Front panel . 14
Programmable System Commander RM-P101 (supplied with the STR-AV1000) . 16
Remote commander RM-U80 (supplied with the STR-AV900) . 18
Using the remote commander . 2 0
Audio adjustment .22
Receiving radio broadcast programs.23
Direct tuning .23
Presetting broadcast stations - Auto-preset .24
Tuning in preset stations - Station scan tuning.25
Categorizing preset stations by Music Index.26
Tuning in a categorized station.27
Using the graphic equalizer.28
Creating a new equalization curve.28
Using Your Rocoivor Memorizing a new equalization curve.28
Listening to a music with a memorized equalization curve .29
Listening to a music without using the graphic equalizer function.29
Listening to program sources other than radio broadcasts.30
Receiving* FM simulcast TV programs .30
Recording on an audio tape or DAT .31
Video operations .32
Recording a TV program on a video tape .32
Video tape editing .33
Adding new sound on a video tape during video editing .34
Getting into the Details Specifications . 3 5
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide .36
Quick Reference Quick reference .38
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Outline of the STR^VIOOO and STR^V900
The STR-AV1000/900 is a combined receiver and audio/video control center.
You can enjoy various audio/video program sources with this unit.
TV/Video Programs
• You can enjoy TV or CATV programs with FM
simulcast.
• Sounds from various audio program sources can be
added on video tapes during editing.
Tuner
• Precise tuning is ensured by a quartz lock digital
synthesizer.
• All receivable stations can be preset automatically.
Electronic graphic equalizer and Music Index
system
• You can enjoy audio program sources with an
appropriate equalization curve.
• Memorization of equalization curve is possible as well
as curve adjustment.
• Combined use of the graphic equalizer and the
Music Index system allows you to very quickly tune in
a preset broadcast station and immediately enjoy the
sound with the memorized equalization curve.
Remote control
• The supplied remote commander allows you to
remotely control both the unit and the equipment
connected to the unit.
• The commander supplied with the STR-AV1000 can
learn various functions of other remote commanders
of the infrared type.
Display
• The frequency of each tuned-in broadcast station is
displayed.
• The current selection/operation is displayed to clearly
indicate what is taking place.
General
• The surround sound system enhances live atmosphere
of the sound.
Precautions
On safety
• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be
used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the
cord itself.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and will fit into the power outlet only
one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, contact your dealer.
On operation
Before making program source connections, be sure to
unplug the unit.
On cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not
use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent
such as alcohol or benzine.
For the customers in U.S.A.
For detailed safety precautions, see the "IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS” leaflet.
If you have any question or problem concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Installation
Notes on Installation
Loading the Batteries into the Remote Commander
RM-P101 Programmable System Commander [ RM-U80 Remote Commander
(supplied with STR-AV1000) [ (supplied with STR-AV900)
Do not throw away the carton and packing material.
It will be an ideal container when transporting the unit for repair
work, etc.
To avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion
When the commander will not be used for a long time, remove
the batteries.
Battery life
About a half year of normal operation can be expected when
using the Sony SUM-3(NS) batteries.
When the batteries are run down, the remote commander will not
operate the unit. In this case, replace the batteries with new
ones.
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• Do not connect the power cord to an AC outlet nor • Cord plugs and jacks are color coded. Red plugs and
press the SYSTEM POWER switch before accomplishing jacks are for right channel (R) and white ones for left
all other connections. channel (L).
• The cable connectors should be fully inserted into the
jacks. Loose connection may cause hum and noise.
Overall Connection Diagram
The numbers placed in a circle # correspond to those of the individual connecting diagrams given on the following
pages.
FM antenna O AM antenna Q Monitor TV ®
Speaker
system O
Turntable system Q
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Connecting the FM Antenna
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Ribbon antenna supplied
FM antenna
75-Ohm coaxial cable connection
A 75-ohm coaxial cable is free from external interference,
reduces noise pickup, and is the ideal transmission line for
most FM installations. 3C-2V cable is recommended.
Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the supplied antenna
connector and connect it to the FM antenna connector.
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Connections
To prevent hum, connect the ground wire to ANTENNA ground terminal (tIt).
When an outdoor antenna is installed, be sure to connect the ground wire for lightning protection
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Speaker impedance and power capability
This receiver is designed to work best with speakers having
nominal impedance from 8 to 16 ohms, at rated 120 watts
(STR-AV1000) or 100 watts (STR-AV900) minimum RMS per
channel with an 8-ohm load from 20-20.000 Hz.
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O^inactions

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Parts Identification
Front Par^
Display window —^
MEMORY (EQ/INDEX) buttons
PRESET EQ LINK button —
Graphic equalizer —.—^
control buttons
SYSTEM POWER switch
Remote control sensor.
SPEAKERS selectors —
HEADPHONES jack —
VIDEO 3 connectors--
EDIT buttons —-——
TAPE 2 MONITOR button
and indicator
» AUDIO EDIT button——.
I TAPE 2 MONITOR button
I and indicator

EQ/MUSIC INDEX CATEGORY selectors
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BAND selectors
FM TUNING LEVEL/MODE buttons
TUNING SEARCH/DIRECT buttons
Numeric buttons
ENTER button
STATION SCAN buttons
VOLUME control knob
MUTING button
and indicator
BALANCE control
SUBSONIC filter button
SURROUND button
and indicator
FUNCTION selectors
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FUNCTION selectors

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Parts Identification
Programmable System Commander RM-P101 (supplied with the STR-AV1000)
The Programmable System Commander RM-P101 supplied with the STR-AV1000 can learn various functions of other
remote commanders emitting infrared rays.
When it is set to SONY STD (Sony Standard) by the mode selector, its buttons can be used to perform the functions
below.
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Notes
• When the CONTROL S OUT connector is connected to the
CONTROL S IN connector of each equipment, you can control
the connected equipment using this remote commander.
• SHUFFLE and PGM modes of some CD players cannot be
cleared by this remote commander. In such case, clear the
modes using the CD player itself or with the remote
commander supplied with the CD player.
•When the system is in the LINK ON state, those index categories
under which no broadcasting stations have been preset cannot
be selected
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Note on the • (recording) button under [l2]VTR operation
buttons
If your VCR is of such type as pressing • puts it in REC PAUSE
mode, first press • on this commander and then II.

[T] POWER ON/OFF button
Turns on/off the receiver.
[ 2 ] POWER ON/OFF buttons
TV: Turns on/off the TV.
VTR: Turns on/off the VCR 1, 2 or 3.
[ 3 ] TV operation buttons
TV CH: Channel select buttons
TV VOL: Volume control buttons
[5 Spare buttons
^notions of other remote commanders can be learned
on these buttons. (See “Using the Learning Function,”
page 20.)
PHONO buttons
START: Starts record play.
STOP: Stops record play.
[i]TUNER PRESET buttons
+ : Selects a higher preset channel number.
-: Selects a lower preset channel number.
|T]VOLUME control buttons
[U MUTING button
[i]SURROUND ON/OFF button
[ 1 ^ LEARNED and READY indicators
LEARNED: Lights up when learning of a function of
other commander is complete.
READY: Lights up when the commander is ready to
learn a function of other commander.'
[ 11 ] Mode selector
LEARN: To perform learning function.
SONY STD.: To operate the commander on Sony
Standard.
USER STD.: To use the learned functions,.
[l^VTR operation buttons
Rewind
► : Play
► ► : Fast forward
TV/VTR: Select the output signal from the VCR, either
a TV signal or VCR programs.
VTR CH: VCR channel select buttons
■ : Stop
l|: Pause
• : Recording (While you press •. press ► )
Notice: If your VCR has a command mode selector and it
is set to VTR 1, these buttons will operate only when the
mode selector of this commander is set to SONY STD. If
the VCR’s selector is set to VCR 2. the mode selector
must be set to USER STD.
IiUtaPE deck operation buttons
Reverse fast winding
Reverse play
► : Forward play
Forward fast winding
■ : Stop
II: Pause
•: Recording (While you press •, press ◄ or ► .)
O: Record muting
Note: If your tape deck is a double-deck type, refer to Its
instruction manual concerning the deck which can be
controlled with this commander.
0CD player operation buttons
► : Starts play.
■ : Stops play.
I ◄ ◄ / ►► I: AMS (Automatic Music Sensor)
DISC SELECT: Effective only when the connected CD
player is equipped with a disc changer.
REPEAT: Repeat play
SHUFFLE: Shuffle play
PGM: Program play
[ 15 ] Function selectors
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER control buttons
FREQ: Frequency select buttons
+: Selects a higher frequency.
-: Selects a lower frequency.
LEVEL: Level select buttons
+: For higher level
-: For lower level
Ii5 Music Index select buttons
+: Each time you press this button, a different Music
Index is selected in the following order:
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OPTION 2-*>
OPTION 1-^
ROCK - ► JAZZ - ► P OPS —I
COUNTRY-^-CLASSIC^TALK ^
-: A different Music Index is selected in the order
reverse to
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Parts Identification
Remote Commander RM-U80 (supplied with STR-AV900)
Note on the • (recording) button under VTR operation
buttons
If your VCR is of such type as pressing • puts it in REC PAUSE
mode, first press • on this commander and then II.
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Notes
• When the CONTROL S OUT connector is connected to the
CONTROL S IN connector of each equipment, you can control
the connected equipment using this remote commander.
• SHUFFLE and PGM modes of some CD players cannot be
cleared by this remote commander. In such case, clear the
modes using the CD player itself or with the remote
commander supplied with the CD player.
• When the system is in the LINK ON state, those index categories
under which no broadcasting stations have been preset cannot
be selected.

[T] POWER ON/OFF buttons
TV: Turns on/off the TV.
VTR: Turns on/off the VCR 1 or 2.
AUDIO: Turns on/off the receiver.
[T]SYSTEM POWER OFF button
Turns off the receiver, TV, VCR 1 and 2.
[1]TAPE and VTR selector
TAPE A: Selects the tape in a single-deck unit or the
tape in the “A” deck of a double-deck unit.
TABE B: Selects the tape in the “B” deck of a
double-deck unit.
VTRl/2: If your VCR has a command mode selector,
set this switch to the same position as that of the
command mode selector.
If not, set this switch to VTR1.
Notice: The TAPE A/B selector is usable for TC-WR950.
If you use another double deck with “control-S”, you can
operate one side of the deck.
0 PHONO buttons
START: Starts record play.
STOP: Stops record play.
[^CD player operation buttons
► : Starts play.
■ : Stops play.
[^/ ► ► l: AMS (Automatic Music Sensor)
D. SELECT: Effective only when the connected CD
player is equipped with a disc changer.
REPEAT: Repeat play
SHUFFLE: Shuffle play
PGM: Program play
[^TAPE deck operation buttons
Reverse fast winding
◄ : Reverse play
► : Forward play
► ► : Forward fast winding
■ : Stop
II: Pause
•: Recording (While you press •, press ◄ o r ► . )
O: Record muting
[3VTR operation buttons
◄◄ : Rewind
► : Play
◄◄ : Fast forward
TV/VTR: Select the output signal from the VCR, either
a TV signal or VCR programs.
■ : Stop
II; Pause
•: Recording (While you press •, press ► .)
[T]SURR0UND on/off button
[j]VOLUME control buttons
[ig MUTING button
[njTUNER PRESET buttons
+: Selects a higher preset channel number.
-: Selects a lower preset channel number.
[l^FUNCTION selectors
Music Index select buttons
+ : Each time you press this button, a different Music
index is selected in the following order:
OPTION 2 - ► R OCK- ► J AZZ- ► POPS —i
1—OPTION l-^-COUNTRY'^CLASSIC-^TALK-^
-: A different Music Index is selected in the order
reverse to “ -i-
[l^TV operation buttons
TV CH: Channel select buttons
TV VOL: Volume control buttons
[l5]VTR CH: VCR channel select buttons

Using the Remote Commander
• When you manipulate a switch or button on the commander, be sure to point the head of the commander toward the
remote control sensor on the front of the receiver.
• If there is an obstacle between the receiver and the head of the commander, the receiver may not be controlled
remotely.
Using the Learning Function of the Programmable System Commander RM-P101
(for STR-AV1000)
Set the mode selector to LEARN.
The READY indicator lights up.
Turn this commander towards another
commander and press any button in the
programmable area on which you want a
function of the other commander to be
memorized.
If fhe selected button is inoperative, the READY
indicator flickers.
While keeping the button pressed, press the
desired function button on the other
commander.
The function is memorized by this unit. When
the memorization is complete, the READY
indicator goes out and the LEARNED indicator
lights up.
Release the button.
The LEARNED indicator goes out and the
READY indicator lights up to indicate that the
next learning is ready to start.
When learning is finished
• Set the mode selector to USER STD. to use
learned functions.
• Set the mode selector to SONY STD. to use Sony
standard functions.
The memorization will be remained
For two or three days without installing the batteries.
Caution
Be sure to check if the functions have been stored, because a
few of the functions of other manufacturer’s commanders are not
storabie on this commander.
If the RM-Pt01 cannot control other Sony audio/video
equipments
Make it learn functions of the remote commander for each
equipment following the above steps. After learning operation, be
sure to use it with the mode selector set to USER STD. in this
case, too
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If both LEARNED and READY indicators light up
The batteries are becoming exhausted. Replace all four batteries
with new ones.