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Sony STRDE197 Stereo Receiver | 
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| Brand: Sony
Category: CE
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New (9) Used (1) Refurbished (1) from $115.00
Rating:  36 reviews
Sales Rank: 909
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
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 31 more reviews...
 SPEAKER CRACKLING SOLVED! December 27, 2008
M. Brandman
I loved this receiver but soon after buying it a crackle showed up in the speakers and I couldn't figure out why until last night...
It was interference from the FM antenna! If you have this receiver and there is a crackle in the speakers in any of it's modes, it is because the FM antenna interferes with the speaker signal. Unplug the antenna and the crackle will go away, plug it back in whenever you want to listen to the radio. It's that simple.
 Sony Receiver December 22, 2008
John Lamartina
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
The sound quality may be good, I don't know, I cut my finger on one of the control buttons and that was enough for me. It went back
 Would love to review this, but I can't seem to have it delivered December 16, 2008
T. Thomas (Seattle, WA)
When this item arrived, it did not work. None of the buttons on the front worked, tuner did not work, volume control did not work. I returned it for an exchange and it's been about 2 weeks and I've heard nothing back. Hopefully it eventually arrives. Hopefully it works.
 Sony STRDE197 Stereo Receiver December 12, 2008
Alfred W. Richart Jr. (Cary, NC)
Bought this to replace a 30 year old Kenwood. It's also complementing a Sony Bravia HDTV. My Kenwood speakers still sound good through this very reasonably priced Sony. The features are all I need. Very pleased!
Great performer for a low cost. November 17, 2008
ceffalo
I'm not much of an audiophile. I don't possess the resources to be much of an audiophile. All I needed was a capable stereo receiver to replace my old Pioneer system (purchased in the early 90s) and viola: I am happy.
Setup was a snap, though attaching the speaker wire to the proper outlets is a little difficult, though that's more my own fault for placing the receiver in my stereo/TV stand just off the floor. But, what I got for my small trouble was a nice performing system (hooked up with a pair of polkaudio TSi300 speakers) that gives me clean and clear sound. I'm certain that a $500 receiver/amp would perform better. I also know that I saved over $350 not pursuing audiophile level equipment. This Sony set is good enough for my listening pleasure.
So far, in just over a year, the system has performed wonderfully and without flaw (except for the occasional human error).
The receiver can be played through a CD player, DVD player, TV, or just about any other type of electronics on that level. It issues a nice well developed sound for it's class and the volume level keeps a well modulated sound no matter how loud I turn it up.
I recommend this receiver for those looking to own a nice stereo music system for less than an overall total of $700. I have slightly higher priced speakers (as indicated above) but really you can settle for the Sony SS-B3000 pair until you have the cash to upgrade or update your stereo pleasure. I have my system directly connected to my computer as well and Windows Media Player enables me to play music for many hours at a time.
This is a lower level system, so if you are an audiophile of any measure then you probably don't want to start here. Just not enough for you. But, if you simply want to begin your music journey with the best system you can by for little money then this is the place to begin.
Enjoy your new Sony STRDE197 receiver, and tell 'em ceffalo helped you decide.
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