Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items with the receiver:

FM wire antenna (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

Remote controller (remote) (1)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Hookup Overview

The receiver allows you to connect and control the following audio/video components. Follow the hookup procedures for the components that you want to connect to the receiver on the pages specified. To learn the locations and names of each jack, see “Rear Panel Descriptions” on page 21.

Audio/Video Component

Hookups (5)

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries in accordance with the + and – markings on the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g on the receiver.

TV tuner

DBS (Digital broadcasting system)

DVD player/AC-3 decoder (STR- SE581 only)

Antenna Hookups (5)

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Speaker

VCR

CD player

AM/FM antenna

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System Hookups (6)

Tape/MD deck

Front speaker

(L)Turntable

Front speaker

(R)

When to replace batteries

Under normal use, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the receiver, replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

Do not use a new battery with an old one.

Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

If you don’t use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear

Center

 

Active

 

speaker

 

 

 

 

speaker

 

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speaker

 

woofer

 

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Before you get started

Turn off the power to all components before making any connections.

Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed.

Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

When connecting an audio/video cable, be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the components: Yellow (video) to Yellow; White (left, audio) to White; and Red (right, audio) to Red.

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