Sony STR-DE895 User Manual

STR-DE995/895

4-244-963-11(1)GB

If you have any question or problem concerning your
receiver, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem. Also, see “Checking the connections”
on page 24 to verify that the connections are
correct.

• Check that the speakers and components are

connected securely and correctly.

• Check that both the receiver and all the

components are turned on.

• Check that the MASTER VOLUME control is

not set at “VOLUME MIN”.

• Check that the SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)

button is not set to off and is set accordingly to
your SPEAKERS FRONT system (page 26).

• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel the

muting function.

• Check that the headphones are not connected.

• The protective device on the receiver has been

activated because of a short circuit
(“PROTECTOR” flashes). Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem and turn on
the power again.

• Check that the component is connected correctly

to the audio input jacks for that component.

• Check that the cord(s) used for the connection is

(are) fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component.

• Check that you have selected the correct

component on the receiver.

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.

• Before operating the unit, check that the operating

voltage is identical with your local power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate
at the rear of the receiver.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power

source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the receiver 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 AC power cord, grasp
the plug itself;  never pull the cord.

• (Models of area code U, CA only)

One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet
only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

• AC power cord must be changed only at the

qualified service shop.

Although the unit heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this unit at
a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

• Place the receiver in a location with adequate

ventilation to prevent heat buildup 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.

• Use caution when placing the unit on surfaces that

have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish,
etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may
result.

Before connecting other components, be sure to turn
off and unplug the receiver.

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.