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Sony STRDE197 Stereo Receiver | 
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| Brand: Sony
Category: CE
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New (6) Used (1) from $100.00
Rating:  30 reviews
Sales Rank: 4089
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 16.2
Dimensions (in): 23 x 23 x 13
Warranty: Unknown
MPN: STR-DE197
Model: STR-DE197
UPC: 027242644250
EAN: 0027242644250
ASIN: B00022RV9E
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 2-channel integrated amplifier/receiver with 100 watts per channel | | • | Discrete output transistors offer better fidelity than receivers using conventional integrated circuits | | • | 20 FM and 10 AM radio station presets; includes universal remote control | | • | 1 switched AC power output conserves wall sockets and conveniently powers up an additional component simultaneously | | • | Measures 16.9 x 5.2 x 11.9 inches (W x H x D) |
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Product Description
Put the Sony STR-DE197 at the heart of your home stereo system. This sophisticated entertainment engine integrates an amplifier with a pre-amplifier and a radio in one compact unit. Everything else connects to the receiver so it must be a reliable performer. Sony Unified Remote Unit Dimensions - 16.93 x 5.22 x 11.89 (430 x 132.5 x 302 mm) / Weighs 15.43 lbs Supplied Accessories - Instruction Manual / FM Wire Antenna / RM-US185 Remote Commander(R) Remote Control / AM Loop Antenna / Size AA Batteries (2)
Amazon.com Product Description
Home theater may be the rage, but there's no getting around the need for affordable, high-quality music playback, and Sony's STR-DE197 stereo receiver can be a huge help in that department. The integrated amplifier pumps out 100 watts per channel across both its 2 channels and uses discrete output transistors--that is, transistors in place of cheaper and lower-quality integrated-circuit chips--to ensure high-quality music presentations. The receiver features an FM/AM tuner with 30 station presets (20 FM, 10 AM) and a UniCommander remote control with phosphorescent glow keys for easy access, even in the dark. Separate A and B speaker outputs (stereo left/right) let you listen to the same program across two sets of speakers placed in different parts of the house. There's no phono input, but the unit's 4 stereo analog audio (left/right RCA) inputs accommodate, for instance, a cassette deck, a VCR, your cable-box outputs, or a DVD player. (Make sure your television has sufficient inputs for the number of video sources whose audio you plan to route through the receiver.) A bass-boost circuit enhances your program's low frequencies for greater musical or cinematic input. A switched AC outlet lets you plug another device into the receiver, conserving wall sockets and powering up the plugged devices at the same time as the receiver. When the receiver powers on and off, so also will the component plugged into the power outlet, provided you leave its power set to "on." Listening at night? Plug into the receiver's .25-inch headphone jack so you won't wake the family or neighbors. What's in the Box
Receiver, RM-US185 UniCommander remote control, remote batteries (2 AA), FM wire antenna, AM loop antenna, user's manual, and warranty information.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 25 more reviews...
 Sony Tuner August 9, 2008
Mike Haughton (Texas)
Wanted a reasonably priced receiver, mostly to get speaker-quality sound for sat TV and DVD player. Fills the need well. Pretty easy to set up, easy to use with remote, good sound quality.
Nice basic receiver May 27, 2008
Michael (Cary, NC United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Nothing special but above average power for this price range. Comparably priced to large national retailer's but without the hassle of dealing with their lousy in-store service.
Typical Sony quality, a well-made receiver, seems to have ample power with no clipping, controls are fairly easy to use and understand. The only complaint I have is that the volume control requires a lot of spinning to change the volume level, but the remote works better in that regard.
 I agree with J.M. April 12, 2008
PSpatches@aol.com (Kingston, NY)
J.M. is correct. I don't know what anyone else is talking about with low ratings. We have two outside speakers and two indoor. We hooked all of them up and with the A/B switch can listen outside or indoors or both at the same time. The sound is fantastic both in and out. No spot for a sub-woofer but the sound is so superior we don't even miss it. It does have bass boost which makes up for it.
At this price and shipped here in 2 days, FANTASTIC!
Pat in Kingston, New York
 Adequate upon first impressions March 17, 2008
Lenton K. Goforth (Springfield, OR)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought one of these today, and it's quite adequate. My old Vector Research hybrid (solid state + analogue) sounded sweeter, but the Sony STR-DE197 does a fine job for what it costs. I'm pushing 3 ways by Linear Dynamics, and these are very sweet for acoustic intruments such as piano, horns, and strings. I had to beef up the bass to +4 and treble to +6, then hit the bass boost button to match my old receiver amplifier. This comes close to the performance of my old receiver and I'm satisfied. One thing is outstanding -- the tuner. This baby tunes FM exceptionally well. It's clear and free from all harmonic spurs and extraneous content. The only question now is how long will the unit last. Time will tell. But first impressions are satisfactory. For the price, this unit delivers very well.
Great Simple Receiver February 13, 2008
Kevin J. Wangler
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a great receiver for a simple 2 speaker stereo set-up. If hooked up to a nice set of speakers, it has great sound.
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