Sony STR-DE597 Specifications, 49GB, PROTECT, DEC. EROR, Error messages, Amplifier section, If the problem persist, Information Additional, AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

Error messages

If there is a malfunction, the display shows a message. You can check the condition of the receiver by the message. Refer to the following table to solve the problem.

DEC. EROR

Appears when the signal which the receiver cannot decode (ex. DTS-CD) is input when “DEC. XXXX” is set to “DEC. PCM”. Set to “DEC. AUTO”.

PROTECT

Irregular current is output from the speakers. The receiver will automatically turn off after a few seconds. Check the speaker connection and turn on the power again. If this problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you are unable to remedy the problem using the troubleshooting guide

Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the problem (page 17). However, note that all memorized settings will be reset to their factory settings and you will have to readjust all settings on the receiver.

If the problem persist

Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Reference sections for clearing the receiver’s memory

To clear	See
All memorized settings	page 17
Customized sound fields	page 36

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

(Models of area code U only)

With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 90 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.

Amplifier section

Power Output

Models of area code U, CA

Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode

(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

90 W + 90 W1)

Reference Power Output1)

(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%)

FRONT2):	90 W/ch
CENTER2):	90 W
SURR2):	90 W/ch
SURR BACK2):	90 W
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
FRONT2):	100 W/ch
CENTER2):	100 W
SURR2):	100 W/ch
SURR BACK2):	100 W

Models of area code CEL, CEK Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

100 W + 100 W1)

Reference Power Output1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

FRONT2):	100 W/ch
CENTER2):	100 W
SURR2):	100 W/ch
SURR BACK2):	100 W

Models of area code E2/E3, TW Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode

(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)

100 W + 100 W1)

Reference Power Output1) (8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 10%)

FRONT2):	120 W/ch
CENTER2):	120 W
SURR2):	120 W/ch
SURR BACK2):	120 W

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Information Additional

49GB