Additional Information

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the amplifier, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

No sound output.

/Connect the audio connecting cords firmly.

/Connect the amplifier and other audio components correctly.

/Turn INPUT SELECTOR to the appropriate programme source.

No audio from one channel or unbalanced speaker output.

/Turn BALANCE to adjust the balance.

/Check the speaker and input connections of silent channel.

Weak bass or treble.

/Adjust the TONE controls.

/Change speaker positions or room conditions to eliminate obstructions in sound path.

Distorted sound.

/Improperly selected input signal.

/Insufficient input capacity of speakers. Lower the volume.

Lack of bass or ambiguity in instrument positions.

/Speaker cord and terminal polarity are reversed. Reconnect the cords with correct polarity.

Hum or noise.

/Ground the turntable system (see page 5).

/Connect the audio connecting cords firmly.

/The amplifier is picking up interference from a TV set. Move the amplifier away from the TV set or turn the TV set off.

The remote does not function.

/Remove any obstructions between the remote control sensor on the amplifier and the remote.

/Point the remote towards the remote sensor on the front of the amplifier.

/The remote is too far from the amplifier. Move closer to the amplifier.

/Replace the batteries in the remote.

Sudden loss of audio.

/Check if a short-circuit has occurred. Turn off the amplifier and check the connected components and speakers.

Specifications

Amplifier section

DIN power output

TA-FE520R: 100 W + 100 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz) 85 W + 85 W (8 ohms at 1 kHz)

TA-FE320R: 60 W + 60 W (4 ohms at 1 kHz) 50 W + 50 W (8 ohms at 1 kHz)

Frequency response

PHONO (20 Hz - 20 kHz): RIAA equalization curve ±1.0 dB

TUNER, CD, AUX, TAPE1/DAT, TAPE2/MD:

7 Hz - 70 kHz+0–3dB

S/N (network A)

PHONO: 80 dB

TUNER, CD, AUX, TAPE1/DAT, TAPE2/MD: 105 dB

Output voltage / impedance

RECOUT: 200 mV, 1 kilohm

PHONES: 5 mW (at 8 ohms)

Speakers impedance

4 - 16 ohms

Damping factor

80 (8 ohms, 1 kHz)

General

System

Power amplifier with all stages directly coupled Preamplifier: Low-noise, equalizer amplifier

Power requirements

230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

TA-FE520R: 190 W

TA-FE320R: 160 W

Dimensions (approx.) (w/h/d)

430 ⋅ 130 ⋅ 310 mm

incl. projecting parts and controls

Mass (approx.)

TA-FE520R: 6.5 kg

TA-FE320R: 5.5 kg

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (remote) RM-S325 (1)

Sony batteries R6 (size-AA) (2)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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