Sony STR-AV500 User Manual

Receiving
FM/AM
Broadcasts
Tuning
in
a
Station
Directly—Direct
Access
Tuning
SYSTEM POWER>ON
Select SPEAKERS A or B.
When
you
do
not
know
the
frequency
of
the
FM
station,
proceed
as
follows:
Select SPEAKERS A or B.
1 Press TUNER.
2 Select FM or AM.
3 Press DIRECT.
4
Press
the
appropriate
numeric
buttons
to
enter
the
frequency.
(See
examples
below).
5 Adjust the volume.
Example
1:
FM
108.00
MHz
Example
2:
AM
1350
kHz
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Tuning
in
an
FM
Station
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Press TUNER.
Press FM.
3
Press
“+”
or
“—”
TUNING.
“+
Starts
frequency-ascending
sweep
from
87.50
MHz.
“—":
Starts
frequency-descending
sweep
from
108.00
MHz.
:
When
a
station
is
received,
automatic
tuning
automatically
stops.
4 Adjust the volume.
.
For
entering
AM
frequencies,
you
need
not
enter
the
last
“0”.
However,
if
you
have
changed
the
AM
tuning
interval
to
9
kHz,
enter
all
the
digits.
To correct the entered frequency
Repeat
the
above
steps
from
the
beginning.
If
the
frequency
figures
flash
in
the
display
window
The
entered
number
is
outside
the
receiver's
frequency
range
(FM
87.5
to
108
MHz;
AM
530
to
1,610
kHz.)
Enter
the
correct
frequency.
When
sweeping
does
not
stop
at
the
desired
station
The
signal
strength
is
weak.
Tune
in
the
station
as
described
in
“Direct
Access
Tuning.”
To stop sweeping
Press TUNER.
When
an
FM
stereo
program
is
noisy
or
hard
to
receive
Press
FM
MODE
.
The
STEREO
indicator
goes
out
(the
sound
is
heard
in
monaural,
but
the
reception
will
be
improved).
To
return
to
the
stereo
mode.
press
again
or
change
the
frequency

Sony STR-AV500 Specifications

General

Tuning range	FM: 87.5-108 MHz, AM: 530-1710 kHz
Power output	50 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Channels	2
Frequency response	10Hz to 50kHz
Total harmonic distortion	0.08%
Input sensitivity	2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Speaker load impedance	8 ohms
Dimensions	430 x 135 x 310mm
Weight	7.3kg
Type	Stereo receiver
Inputs	Phono, Tape

Summary

Safety and Precautions

General Warning Statements

Critical warnings to prevent fire or shock hazard, including 'Do Not Open' and polarized plug usage.

Operating Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe operation, including power, voltage, liquid spills, and cleaning procedures.

Product Features

Installation and Setup Guide

System Connectivity and Connections

Connection Notes and Safety Tips

Audio Connection Diagram Overview

Diagram illustrating audio connections for speakers, antennas, turntable, CD player, tape deck, and DAT deck.

Connecting Speakers to the Receiver

VCR and TV Connections Diagram

Operation and Usage

Audio Adjustment Procedures

How to adjust volume, balance, and use the graphic equalizer for optimal sound quality.

Receiving FM/AM Broadcasts

Instructions for tuning FM/AM stations directly, automatically, and manually, including preset memorization.

Listening to Other Program Sources

Recording Audio and Video

Steps for recording audio tapes, dubbing tapes, and recording audio or TV programs onto a VCR.

Video Tape Editing Functions

Troubleshooting Guide

Broadcast Reception Issues

Solutions for problems with FM/AM reception, including stereo indicator flickers and station finding.

Video and Amplifier Sound Issues

Troubleshooting for video display problems, sound issues, unbalanced channels, and protector circuit activation.

Noise and Remote Commander Problems

Technical Specifications