Sony STR AV 500 Owners Manual

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S ONY 3769788722 (1)

Qperating lnstmctions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference,

Owners 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. STR-AVSOO Serial No.

© i988 by Sony Corporation

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.

RISK OF El ECTRtC SHUC"
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEAHI E PARTS lNSlDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL,

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 sulfi-
ctent magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

This symbol IS intended to alert the
user to the presence ot important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompal
nying the appliance.

For the customers in Canada

* CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE

-- Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installers 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.

Features

The STR~AV500 is a combined receiver and audio/video
control center. The unit allows you to switch easily between
a variety of audio/video programs

General

- TV programs can be enjoyed with FM simulcast.

- Various audio program sources can be added to a video
tape during tape editing.

0 The tone can be adjusted by a 5-band graphic equalizer.

- The supplied remote commander allows you to remotely
control the connected equipment as well as the receiver.

Tuner

- Precise tuning with the tuner's quartz-locked digital
synthesizer system,

' A total 20 0t FM/AM stations can be preset on the tuner.

Others
- The surround sound system gives audio programs an
"alive feeling.

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.

a Unplug the unit from the wall outlet it it is notto 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.

0n operation

. Before making program source connections, be sure to
turn the power switch off and unplug the unit.

- When the unit is not used, turn the power off, to conserve
energy and to extend the useful lite of your unit.

0n cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol
or benzine.

On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and the packing material. lt
makes an ideal container to transport the unit in.

For the customers in the United States
For detailed safety precautions, see the IMPORTANT
SAFEGUAFIDS leaflet.

It you have any questioner problem concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.