Sony HT-SF200 Operating instructions
Sound Bar
Operating Instructions
HT-SF200
WARNING
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
The AC adapter is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
As the main plug of AC power adapter is used to disconnect the AC power adapter from the mains, connect it to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in it, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Do not expose batteries or appliances with battery-installed to excessive heat, such as sunshine and fire.
Indoor use only.
Recommended cables
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and/or peripherals.
For the Bar Speaker
The nameplate is located on the bottom of the Bar Speaker.
For the AC adapter
Labels for AC adapter Model No. and
Serial No. are located at the bottom of
AC adapter.
For the customers in Europe
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation.
EU Importer: Sony Europe Limited.
Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony
Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe
Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935
Zaventem, Belgium.
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with
Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC regulation using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
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Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment
(applicable in the
European Union and other countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.
The chemical symbol for lead (Pb) is added if the battery contains more than
0.004% lead. By ensuring that these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help to prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.
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Table of Contents
Instructions ............................. 4
What’s in the Box .......................... 5
System .................................... 6
Guide to Parts and Controls ..........7
Connecting a TV
Startup Guide
(separate document)
Wirelessly ............................... 13
Wall ........................................ 15
When the TV Remote Control does not Work ................................ 17
Listening to the Sound
Devices ................................... 18
Device .................................... 19
Selecting the Sound Effect
Adjusting the Sound .................... 21
Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH®
Function
Listening to Music from a Mobile
Device ....................................23
Device ....................................25
Turning the BLUETOOTH Function
Off ..........................................25
Using the Various Functions
Function ................................ 26
Function .................................27
Notes on HDMI Connections ...... 28
Saving Power Consumption ....... 28
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .......................... 29
Resetting the System ...................33
Additional Information
Specifications .............................. 34
(USB Input) ............................ 35
(TV Input) .............................. 35
Communication .................... 36
Precautions ..................................37
About These Operating
Instructions
• The instructions in these Operating
Instructions describe the controls on the remote control.
• Some illustrations are presented as conceptual drawings, and may be different from the actual products.
• The default settings are underlined on each feature description.
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What’s in the Box
• Bar Speaker (1)
• Cushion pads for wall mounting (2)
• WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (1)
• Remote control (1)
• Startup Guide
• Operating Instructions
• R03 (size AAA) battery (2)
• Optical digital cable (1)
• AC adapter (1)
• AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
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What You Can Do with the System
Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable box, satellite box, etc.
“Connecting Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH
Connecting the TV
(refer to “Startup Guide” (separate document))
“Listening to Music on a USB Device”
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Details are omitted from the illustrations.
Bar Speaker
Front
Remote control sensor
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to operate the system.
(power) button
Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.
(input select) button
+/– (volume) buttons
Indicators
For details, see “About the indicators on the Bar Speaker”
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About the indicators on the Bar Speaker
Lighting and flashing of the indicator(s) on the Bar Speaker indicate the input or status of the input device.
Indicators Status
• Lights: TV input is selected.
• Lights in blue: BLUETOOTH connection is established (BLUETOOTH input is selected).
• Flashes quickly in blue (about twice a second): During pairing standby status.
• Flashes slowly in blue (about once a second): BLUETOOTH connection is being attempted.
• Lights: USB input is selected.
• Flashes twice: The play mode is changed.
• Flashes three times first, then flashes slowly repeatedly: When connecting an unsupported device.
• Flashes repeatedly: While reading data of the connected USB device.
• Light: The system is connected to the TV with the BLUETOOTH function (TV input is selected).
The indicators flash when turning on/off the function setting or operating the remote control.
Indicators Status
• Flashes twice: One of the following functions is set to on.
• Flashes once: The audio channel is set to Main (page 22), the sound mode is
selected (page 21), or one of the following functions is set to off.
• Flashes twice: One of the following functions is set to on.
– BLUETOOTH function (page 25)
• Flashes once: The audio channel is set to Sub (page 22) or one of the following
functions is set to off.
– BLUETOOTH function (page 25)
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Indicators Status
• Flash twice: The function that connects to the TV with the
BLUETOOTH function is set to on (page 13).
• Flash once: The function that connects to the TV with the
BLUETOOTH function is set to off (page 13).
• Flash once: The audio channel is set to Main/Sub (page 22).
• Flash quickly (about twice a second): The protection feature is
• Flash slowly (about once a second): The system enters standby
mode by the auto standby function (page 28).
The indicators flash while adjusting the volume level.
Indicators Status
• Flashes once: The volume level is low (1 - 20)./The level of the bass
tone is set to -1 (Light) (page 22).
• Flash once: The volume level is medium (21 - 40)./The level of the
bass tone is set to 0 (Normal) (page 22).
• Flash once: The volume level is high (41 - 49)./The level of the bass
tone is set to +1 (Strong) (page 22).
• Flash repeatedly: The sound is muted.
• Flash twice: The volume level is set to maximum/minimum.
Tip
You can turn the indicators off by holding down AUTO SOUND for 5 seconds.
Even if the indicators are turned off by using AUTO SOUND, if you operate the system, the indicators in relation to the operation light or flash.
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Rear
DC IN terminal
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack
Connect a TV that has an HDMI input jack with an HDMI cable.
The system is compatible with
Audio Return Channel (ARC). ARC is the function that sends TV sound to an AV device such as the system from the TV’s HDMI jack.
TV IN (OPTICAL) jack
Transmits the remote signal of the TV remote control to the TV.
Subwoofer
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Remote Control
Some buttons function differently depending on how long the button is pressed. The icons below indicate how long to press the button.
• : Press the button.
• : Press and hold the button for 5 seconds.
Selects the playback source. When you press INPUT once, the current input indicator flashes.
Press INPUT again to select the device you want.
Each time you press INPUT, the input changes cyclically as follows.
TV input
BLUETOOTH input
USB input
AUTO SOUND
: Selects AUTO SOUND for the
: Turns on/off the indicators on
CINEMA
: Selects CINEMA for the sound
: Turns on/off the auto standby
VOICE
: Turns on/off the voice mode.
: Turns on/off the Control for
(volume) +*/–
Adjusts the volume.
BASS
: Adjusts the level of the bass
: Turns on/off the wall mount
Selects the play mode for USB playback.
Select the content on the TV screen for USB playback.
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/ (previous/next)
Pressing the button shortly goes to the beginning of the previous or next file.
Pressing and holding searches backward or forward (rewind/fast forward).
(power)
Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.
STANDARD
: Selects STANDARD for the
: Turns on/off the IR repeater
: Selects MUSIC for the sound
: Turns on/off the function that adjusts the volume level
NIGHT
: Turns on/off the night mode.
: Turns on/off the BLUETOOTH
(muting)
Turns off the sound temporarily or turn on the sound.
AUDIO*
: Selects the audio channel for
Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast.
: Turns on/off the Dolby DRC
Plays the content that is selected by
/ for USB playback.
(play/pause)* (page 19, 23)
Pauses or resumes playback.
* The AUDIO,
+, and
buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation.
About the replacement of batteries for the remote control
When the system does not respond by operating with the remote control, replace two batteries with new batteries.
Use R03 (size AAA) manganese batteries for replacement.
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Connecting a TV
Connecting a TV with an
HDMI Cable
Refer to Startup Guide (separate document).
Connecting Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH Function
Wirelessly
When using Sony TV* with the
BLUETOOTH function, you can listen to sound of the TV or device that is connected to the TV by connecting the system and TV wirelessly.
* The TV needs to be compatible with
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile).
connections and operations to listen to TV sound by connecting with an HDMI cable, refer to Startup Guide (separate document).
Connecting the System and
TV Wirelessly
To connect the system and TV wirelessly, you need to perform pairing of the system and TV by using the
BLUETOOTH function.
Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on
BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly in advance.
INPUT
Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, satellite box, etc.
BLUETOOTH button
Note
If connecting the system and TV by using the BLUETOOTH function, you cannot display the operation screen for the system such as the USB playback screen, and use the function of the system other than the function of listening to sound of the TV or device that is connected to the TV.
To use all the functions of the system, connect the system and TV with an HDMI cable (not supplied). For details about
1
Press and hold the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker and
INPUT on the remote control simultaneously for 5 seconds.
The TV and BLUETOOTH indicators flash twice, the system enters the pairing mode, then the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly.
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2
On the TV, search the system by performing the pairing operation.
The list of the BLUETOOTH devices that are searched appears on the TV screen.
For the operation method to pair the BLUETOOTH device to the TV, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
3
Pair the system and TV by selecting “HT-SF200/201” from the list on the TV screen.
4
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH and TV indicators on the Bar
Speaker light.
A connection between the system and TV has been established and TV sound is output from the system.
After pairing is completed, TV sound is output from the system automatically when the system is turned on.
Notes
• If the TV sound is not output from the system, press INPUT repeatedly to select the TV input and check the status of the indicators on the Bar Speaker.
– The BLUETOOTH and TV indicators light:
The system and TV are connected and
TV sound is output from the system.
– The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly: Perform pairing on the TV.
– The TV indicator lights: Perform steps again from the start.
• When you connect the system and TV with an HDMI cable (not supplied), the
BLUETOOTH connection is canceled. To connect the system and TV with the
BLUETOOTH function again, disconnect the HDMI cable, then perform the connecting operation from the start.
• To pair the another TV after the first TV is paired, turn off the paired TV, then pair the new one by following the steps of a
mobile device connection (page 23).
Listening to the Sound of the
TV or Device that is
Connected to the TV
You can turn the system on/off, adjust the volume, and mute the sound by using the TV remote control when connecting the TV to the system wirelessly.
1
Turn the TV on with the TV remote control.
The system is turned on by interlocking with the TV power, and
TV sound is output from the system.
2
Select the program or input of the device by using the TV remote control.
The sound of the image displayed on the TV screen is output from the system.
3
Adjust the volume of the system by using the TV remote control.
When pressing the mute button on the TV remote control, the sound is muted temporarily.
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Tip
When the TV is turned off, the system is also turned off by interlocking with the TV power.
About operations with the remote control that is supplied with the system
You can use the following buttons.
You can adjust the level of the bass tone and sound quality in addition to turning the system on/off and adjusting volume that can be operated by the TV remote control.
Mounting the Bar
Speaker on a Wall
You can mount the Bar Speaker on a wall.
STANDARD
AUTO SOUND
MUSIC
CINEMA
NIGHT
VOICE
+/–
BASS
Note
If you select the USB input on the remote control supplied with the system, the TV sound is not output from the system. To output the TV sound, press INPUT on the remote control to select the TV input.
Notes
• Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plasterboard wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely in the wall beam. Install the speakers horizontally, hung by screws in studs in a continuous flat section of the wall.
• Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay special attention to safety during the installation.
• Sony shall not be held responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength, improper screw installation or natural disaster, etc.
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1
Prepare two screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall mount holes on the rear of the Bar
Speaker.
3
Fasten the screws into the marks
(
) on SCREW LINE () of WALL
MOUNT TEMPLATE as in the illustration below.
200 mm 200 mm
4 mm
More than 30 mm
Screws
5 mm
Marks (
)
10 mm
Hole on the rear of the Bar Speaker
2
Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE
(supplied) on a wall.
Center of the TV
5 mm to
6 mm
Adhesive tape, etc.
WALL MOUNT
TEMPLATE
1
Align TV CENTER LINE (
) of
WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE with the center line of your TV.
2
Align TV BOTTOM LINE (
) of
WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE with the bottom of your TV, then stick
WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE on a wall by using a commercially available adhesive tape, etc.
4
Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE.
5
Attach the cushion pads
(supplied) below the holes on the rear of the Bar Speaker.
Cushion pad
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6
Hang the Bar Speaker on the screws.
Align the holes of the rear of the Bar
Speaker with the screws, then hang the Bar Speaker on the two screws.
7
Press and hold BASS for 5 seconds to set the wall mount mode to on.
The USB indicator flashes twice.
You can optimize the sound of the system that is mounted on a wall.
Notes
• When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE, smooth it out fully.
• To set the wall mount mode to off, press and hold BASS for 5 seconds. The USB indicator flashes once.
When the TV Remote
Control does not Work
When the Bar Speaker obstructs the remote control sensor of the TV, the TV remote control may not work. In that case, enable the IR repeater function of the system.
You can control the TV with the TV remote control by sending the remote signal from the rear of the Bar Speaker.
Press and hold STANDARD for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
IR repeater on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
IR repeater off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Notes
• Be sure to check that the TV remote control cannot control the TV, and then set the IR repeater function to on. If it is set to on when the remote control can control the TV, appropriate operation may not be obtained because of the interference between the direct command from the remote control and the command via the Bar Speaker.
• On some TVs, this function may not work correctly. In this case, place the Bar
Speaker slightly further away from the TV.
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Listening to the Sound
Listening to a TV and
Other Devices
INPUT
+/–
BASS
1
Press INPUT repeatedly.
When you press INPUT once, the current input indicator flashes.
Press INPUT again to select the device you want.
The indicator of the selected device lights up.
Each time you press INPUT, the input changes cyclically as follows.
TV input
BLUETOOTH input
USB input
TV input
• TV that is connected to the TV IN
(OPTICAL) jack
• TV compatible with the Audio Return
Channel (ARC) function that is connected to the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack
When you connect the TV to both the
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) and TV IN
(OPTICAL) jacks, the jack for audio input is selected depending on which audio signal is input first.
BLUETOOTH input
BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP
For details, see “Listening to Music/
Sound with the BLUETOOTH® Function”
USB input
USB device that is connected to the
(USB) port
For details, see “Listening to Music on a
2
Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the level of the bass tone by pressing BASS on the remote
Tip
You can also select the input by pressing
on the Bar Speaker.
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Listening to Music on a
USB Device
You can play music files stored on a connected USB device.
For playable types of files, see “Playable
Types of Files (USB Input)” (page 35).
Notes
• To view the USB content list on the TV screen, make sure you connect the system to the TV using an HDMI cable.
• Change the input of the TV to the input to which the Bar Speaker is connected.
1
Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port.
INPUT
+/–
BASS
PLAY MODE
/
ENTER
/
2
Press INPUT repeatedly to select
“USB.”
The USB indicator lights up and the
USB content list appears on the TV screen.
3
Press
/ to select the content
you want, then press ENTER.
The selected content starts playing.
4
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select the play mode you want.
• None: Plays back all tracks.
• [ ] (Repeat One): Repeats one track.
•
[
] (Repeat Folder): Repeats all tracks in a folder.
•
[
] (Random): Repeats all tracks in a folder in random order.
• [ ] (Repeat All): Repeats all tracks.
The USB indicator flashes twice each time you press PLAY MODE.
5
Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the level of the bass tone by pressing BASS on the remote
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Other operations
To
Pause or resume playback
Select the previous or next track
Search backward or forward (rewind/fast forward)
Do this
Press
.
Press
/.
Press and hold
/.
Notes
• Do not remove the USB device during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB device, turn the system off before connecting or removing the USB device.
• The USB indicator flashes three times first, then flashes slowly repeatedly if you connect an unsupported USB device.
Information of USB Device on the TV Screen
Playing time
Total playing time
Bit rate
Playback status
Rewind/fast forward speed
Repeat play status
Selected file index/Total files in the folder
The following messages appear on the
TV screen.
• [File Unsupported]
Appears for 1 second at the bottom left side when unsupported file is skipped.
• [Device Not Support]
– A USB device is not supported.
– Device inserted is a non-USB device, a bad USB device, or a USB device that has no files on it.
• [No USB]
No USB device is inserted.
• [Waiting]
The system is searching the USB device.
• [This device is empty]
There are no playable files in the USB device.
Notes
• Depending on the playback source, some information may not be displayed.
• Depending on the play mode, the information displayed may be different.
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Selecting the Sound Effect
Adjusting the Sound
Enjoying the Sound Effect that is Tailored to Sound
Sources (Sound Mode)
You can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound effects that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources.
STANDARD
Sound effects are optimized for each individual source.
Enjoying Clear Sound with
Low Volume at Midnight
(NIGHT)
Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialog.
Press NIGHT to set the function to on or off.
Night mode on
The TV indicator flashes twice.
Night mode off
The TV indicator flashes once.
STANDARD
AUTO SOUND
MUSIC
CINEMA
Press AUTO SOUND, CINEMA, MUSIC, or STANDARD to select the sound mode.
When selecting the sound mode, the TV indicator flashes once.
AUTO SOUND
You can enjoy the sound with Sonyrecommended sound mode. The sound mode is automatically optimized according to playback content and function.
CINEMA
Sounds are played back with surround effects, and they are realistic and powerful, making them suitable for movies.
MUSIC
Sound effects are optimized for listening to music.
Note
When you turn the system off, the night mode is set to off automatically.
Making Dialogs Clearer
(VOICE)
You can make dialogs clearer by setting the voice mode to on.
Press VOICE to set the function to on or off.
Voice mode on
The TV indicator flashes twice.
Voice mode off
The TV indicator flashes once.
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Making Sound with Low
Volume Easy to Hear by
Compressing Dynamic
Range
This function works only when playing the Dolby Digital signal of the device that is connected to the TV IN
(OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack.
When you set Dolby DRC (Dynamic
Range Control) to on, dynamic range of the audio signal (range between the maximum and minimum volume) is compressed and sound with low volume is easy to hear.
Press and hold AUDIO for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
Dolby DRC on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
Dolby DRC off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Note
To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other devices to the TV
IN (OPTICAL) jack with the optical digital cable (supplied) or the HDMI OUT (TV
(ARC)) jack with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
Adjusting the Volume for the
Connected Device
Automatically
You can adjust the volume automatically depending on the input signal or content from a connected device by setting the auto volume function to on.
Press and hold MUSIC for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
Auto volume function on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
Auto volume function off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Enjoying Multiplex
Broadcast Sound (AUDIO)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives a
Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.
Press AUDIO repeatedly.
The channel changes cyclically as follows.
Main
Sub
Main/Sub
Main
Outputs only the main channel.
The TV indicator flashes once.
Sub
Outputs only the sub channel.
The USB indicator flashes once.
Main/Sub
Main sound is output from the left speaker and sub sound is output from the right speaker.
The TV and USB indicators flash once.
Adjusting the Level of the
Bass Tone
Press BASS repeatedly.
The level of the bass tone changes cyclically as follows.
0
+1
0
-1
0...
0 (Normal)
The TV and BLUETOOTH indicators flash once.
+1 (Strong)
All the indicators flash once.
-1 (Light)
The TV indicator flashes once.
Note
When the input source does not contain much bass sound, such as in TV programs, the bass sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to hear.
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Listening to Music/Sound with the
BLUETOOTH® Function
Listening to Music from a Mobile Device
You can listen to music stored on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet via a wireless connection by connecting the system and the mobile device with the BLUETOOTH function.
When connecting to the mobile device with the BLUETOOTH function, you can operate by simply using the supplied remote control without turning the TV on.
Listening to Music by Pairing with a Mobile Device
1
Press and hold the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker for 5 seconds.
The system enters the pairing mode and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly.
BLUETOOTH button
BLUETOOTH indicator
If pairing is not performed for 5 minutes after the system enters the pairing mode, the pairing mode is canceled. In this case, perform pairing from the start.
2
On the mobile device, search the system by performing the pairing operation.
The list of the BLUETOOTH devices that are searched appears on the screen of the mobile device.
For the operation method to pair the BLUETOOTH device to the mobile device, refer to the operating instructions of the mobile device.
3
Pair the system and mobile device by selecting “HT-SF200/201” from the list on the screen of the mobile device.
If a Passkey is requested, enter
“0000.”
4
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker lights in blue.
A connection between the system and mobile device has been established.
5
Start audio playback with the music app on the connected mobile device.
Sound is output from the Bar
Speaker.
6
Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the level of the bass tone by pressing BASS on the remote
•
and / on the remote control can be used for the
BLUETOOTH function. (Rewind and fast forward are also available.)
Notes
• You can pair up to 10 BLUETOOTH devices. If an 11th BLUETOOTH device is paired, the least recently connected device will be replaced by the new one. If the Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH
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function is paired, it is counted as the
BLUETOOTH device.
• Perform pairing for the second and subsequent mobile devices.
Tips
• You can check the connection status of the BLUETOOTH function by checking the
BLUETOOTH indicator status (page 8).
• While the BLUETOOTH input is being selected, the system enters the pairing mode by pressing the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker shortly.
• While the BLUETOOTH input is not selecting, the system automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH device it was most recently connected to by pressing the BLUETOOTH button on the
Bar Speaker shortly.
Listening to Music from the
Paired Mobile Device
INPUT
+/–
1
Turn the BLUETOOTH function of the mobile device to on.
2
Press INPUT repeatedly to select the BLUETOOTH input or press the
BLUETOOTH button on the Bar
Speaker shortly.
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes and the system automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH device it was most recently connected to.
3
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator lights in blue.
A connection between the system and mobile device has been established.
4
Start audio playback with the music app on the connected mobile device.
Sound is output from the Bar
Speaker.
5
Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the level of the bass tone by pressing BASS on the remote
•
and / on the remote control can be used for the
BLUETOOTH function. (Rewind and fast forward are also available.)
BASS
/
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Turning the System On by Operating the
BLUETOOTH Device
When the system has pairing information, you can turn the system on and listen to music from a BLUETOOTH device even when the system is in standby mode by setting the
BLUETOOTH standby mode to on.
Press and hold NIGHT for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
BLUETOOTH standby mode on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
BLUETOOTH standby mode off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Note
While the BLUETOOTH standby mode is on, standby power consumption increases.
Turning the BLUETOOTH
Function Off
You can turn the BLUETOOTH function off.
Press and hold
,
, and – on the
Bar Speaker for 10 seconds to set the function to on or off.
BLUETOOTH function on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
BLUETOOTH function off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Note
When the BLUETOOTH function is set to off, the BLUETOOTH input is skipped while selecting input by pressing INPUT.
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Using the Various Functions
Using the Control for
HDMI Function
Connecting a device such as a TV or Bluray Disc player compatible with the
Control for HDMI function* using an
HDMI cable (not supplied) enables you to easily operate the device by using a
TV or Blu-ray Disc player remote control.
The following functions can be used with the Control for HDMI function.
• System Power Off function
• System Audio Control function
• Audio Return Channel
• One-Touch Play function
Note
These functions may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed.
* Control for HDMI is a standard used by
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for allowing HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface) devices to control each other.
Preparing to Use the Control for HDMI Function
Press and hold VOICE for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
Control for HDMI function on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
Control for HDMI function off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV and other devices connected to the TV.
Tip
If you enable the Control for HDMI
(“BRAVIA” sync) function when using a TV manufactured by Sony, the Control for
HDMI function of the system is also enabled automatically.
System Power Off Function
When you turn off the TV, the system will turn off automatically.
System Audio Control
Function
If you turn on the system while you are watching the TV, the TV sound will be output from the speakers of the system.
The volume of the system can be adjusted using the TV remote control.
If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the system the previous time you watched the TV, the system will be turned on automatically when you turn on the TV again.
Operations can also be made by the
TV’s menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Notes
• The number for the system’s volume level is displayed on the TV screen depending on the TV.
• Depending on the settings of the TV, the
System Audio Control function may not be available. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Audio Return Channel
If the system is connected to a TV’s
HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio
Return Channel (ARC), you can listen to
TV sound from the speakers of the system without connecting an optical digital cable.
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Note
If the TV is not compatible with Audio
Return Channel, the optical digital cable
(supplied) needs to be connected (refer to the supplied Startup Guide).
One-Touch Play Function
When you play content on a device (Bluray Disc player, “PlayStation
®
4,” etc.) connected to the TV, the system and TV are turned on automatically, the input of the system is switched to “TV” input, and sound is output from the speakers of the system.
Notes
• If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the TV the previous time you watched the TV, the system does not turn on and the sound and picture are output from the TV even if device content is played.
• Depending on the TV, the beginning part of content being played may not play correctly.
Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
Function
In addition to the Control for HDMI function, you can also use the following functions on devices compatible with the “BRAVIA” sync function.
• Sound mode/Scene Select function
• Home Theatre Control
Note
These functions are proprietary functions of Sony. This function cannot operate with products other than those manufactured by Sony.
Sound mode/Scene Select
Function
The sound mode of the system is automatically switched according to the setting of the TV’s Scene Select function or sound mode. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Set the sound mode to “AUTO SOUND”
Home Theatre Control
Function
When using a TV compatible with the
Home Theatre Control function, setting the system, setting the sound mode settings, input switching, etc. can be done without switching the TV input.
This function can be used when the TV is connected to the Internet. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
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Notes on HDMI
Connections
• Use an HDMI-authorized cable.
• We recommend using a Sony High
Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet with the Cable Type Logo.
• We do not recommend using an
HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected device.
Saving Power
Consumption
To use the system while saving power consumption, change the following settings.
Turn the System Off by
Detecting the Using State
When you set the auto standby function to on, the system enters standby mode automatically when you do not operate the system for about 20 minutes and the system is not receiving an input signal.
Press and hold CINEMA for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.
Auto standby on
The USB indicator flashes twice.
Auto standby off
The USB indicator flashes once.
Saving Power in Standby
Mode
To save power consumption during the standby mode, set the BLUETOOTH
standby mode (page 25) and Control for
HDMI function (page 26) to off.
The default settings for them are on.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Power
The system does not power up.
Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) and AC adapter are connected securely.
Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), and then reconnect after several minutes.
The system is turned off automatically.
The auto standby function is working.
Set the auto standby function to off
The system does not turn on even when the TV is turned on.
Set the Control for HDMI function to
on (page 26). The TV must support
the Control for HDMI function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Check the speaker settings of the TV.
The system power syncs with the speaker settings of the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
If the sound was output from the speakers of the TV the previous time, the system does not turn on even when the TV is turned on.
The system turns off when the TV is turned off.
Check the setting of the Control for
HDMI function (page 26). When the
Control for HDMI function is set to on and the input of the system is the TV input, the system turns off automatically when you turn off the
TV.
The system does not turn off even when the TV is turned off.
Check the setting of the Control for
HDMI function (page 26). When you
turn off the TV, the system turns off automatically only if the input of the system is the TV input. The TV must support the Control for HDMI function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Picture
There is no picture or the picture is not output correctly.
Select the appropriate input (page 18).
When there is no picture while TV input is selected, select the TV channel that you want using the TV remote control.
Disconnect the HDMI cable, then connect it again. Make sure that the cable is firmly inserted.
Sound
No TV sound is output from the system.
Check the type and connection of the
HDMI cable or optical digital cable that is connected to the system and the TV (refer to the supplied Startup
Guide).
Disconnect the cables that are connected between the TV and the system, then connect them firmly again. Disconnect the AC power cords
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of the TV and the system from the AC outlets (mains), then connect them again.
When the system and TV are connected with an HDMI cable, check the following.
– The HDMI jack of the connected TV is labeled with “ARC.”
– The Control for HDMI function of the
TV is set to on.
– On the system, the Control for HDMI
function is set to on (page 26).
If your TV is not compatible with Audio
Return Channel, connect the optical digital cable (supplied) (refer to the supplied Startup Guide). If the TV is not compatible with Audio Return
Channel, TV sound will not be output from the system even if the system is connected to the TV’s HDMI IN jack.
If the sound of the device that is connected to the optical input jack of the TV is not output, try the following.
– Connect the cable box or satellite box directly to the TV IN (OPTICAL) jack of the system.
Press INPUT repeatedly to select the
Increase the volume on the TV or cancel muting.
Depending on the order in which you connect the TV and the system, the system may be muted. If this happens, turn on the TV first, then the system.
Set the speakers setting of the TV
(BRAVIA) to Audio System. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV regarding how to set the TV.
Check the sound output of the TV.
Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the TV settings.
The system supports the Dolby Digital
and PCM audio formats (page 35).
When you playback an unsupported format, set the digital audio out setting of the TV (BRAVIA) to “PCM.”
For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
The sound is output from both the system and the TV.
Mute the sound of the system or the
TV.
No sound or only a very low-level sound of the device connected to the system is heard from the system.
Press
+ and check the volume
Press
or + to cancel the muting
Make sure the input source is selected correctly. You should try other input sources by pressing
Check that all the cables and cords of the system and the connected device are firmly inserted.
If the connected device supports upsampling feature, you need to turn it off.
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
Depending on the input signal and the sound mode setting, surround sound processing may not work effectively. The surround effect may be subtle, depending on the program or disc.
To play multi channel audio, check the digital audio output setting on the device connected to the system.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device.
Subwoofer
No sound or only very low-level sound is heard from the subwoofer.
Press BASS repeatedly to adjust the
level of the bass tone (page 22).
If the input sources contain very little bass sound components (i.e., a TV broadcast), the sound from the
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subwoofer may be difficult to hear.
Play the built-in demonstration music by following the steps below and check that the sound is output from the subwoofer.
Press and hold
on the Bar
Speaker for 5 seconds.
The built-in demonstration music is played.
The built-in demonstration music is canceled and the system returns to the previous status.
Set the night mode to off. For details,
see “Enjoying Clear Sound with Low
The subwoofer is on the bottom of the Bar Speaker. Make sure not to hit obstacles on the subwoofer.
USB Device Connection
The USB device is not recognized.
Try the following:
Turn the system off.
Remove and reconnect the USB device.
Turn the system on.
Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the (USB)
Check to see if the USB device or a cable is damaged.
Make sure that the USB device is on.
If the USB device is connected via a
USB hub, disconnect it and connect the USB device directly to the system.
Mobile Device Connection
BLUETOOTH connection cannot be completed.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit
Make sure the BLUETOOTH device to be connected is turned on and the
BLUETOOTH function is enabled.
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to the system.
Pair this system and the BLUETOOTH device again. You may need to cancel the pairing with this system using your BLUETOOTH device first.
If the BLUETOOTH function is set to
Pairing cannot be achieved.
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to the system.
Make sure this system is not receiving interference from a wireless LAN device, other 2.4 GHz wireless devices, or a microwave oven. If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation is nearby, move the device away from this system.
Pairing may not be possible if other
BLUETOOTH devices are present around the system. In this case, turn off the other BLUETOOTH devices.
Sound of the connected
BLUETOOTH mobile device is not output from the system.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to the system.
If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN device, other
BLUETOOTH devices, or a microwave oven is nearby, move the device away from this system.
Move the USB 3.0 device and its cable away from this system.
Remove any obstacle between this system and the BLUETOOTH device or move this system away from the obstacle.
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If the system is installed under the TV, move the system away from the TV.
Reposition the connected
BLUETOOTH device.
Switch the wireless LAN frequency of any nearby wireless LAN router or PC to 5 GHz range.
Increase the volume on the connected BLUETOOTH device.
The sound is not in sync with the image.
When you are watching movies, you may hear the sound with a slight delay from the image.
Remote Control
The remote control of this system does not function.
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the Bar
Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the system.
Replace both batteries in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak.
Make sure you are pressing the correct button on the remote control
The TV remote control does not work.
Install the Bar Speaker so that it does not obstruct the remote control sensor of the TV.
This problem might be solved by enabling the IR repeater function
Others
The Control for HDMI function does not work properly.
Check the connection with the system
(refer to the supplied Startup Guide).
Enable the Control for HDMI function on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Wait a while, and then try again. If you unplug the system, it will take a while before operations can be made.
Wait for 15 seconds or longer, and then try again.
Make sure the devices connected to the system support the Control for
HDMI function.
Enable the Control for HDMI function of the devices connected to the system. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your device.
The type and number of devices that can be controlled by the Control for
HDMI function is restricted by the
HDMI CEC standard as follows:
– Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to
3 devices
– Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 devices
– Tuner-related devices: up to 4 devices
– Audio system (receiver/ headphone): up to 1 device (used by this system)
All indicators on the Bar Speaker flash for 10 seconds and the system is turned off.
The protection feature is activated.
Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) and check the items below.
– Make sure that the ventilations of the Bar Speaker are not covered and turn on the system after a while.
– When the system is using the USB connection, remove the USB device and turn on the system. If the system operates properly, the current of the connected USB device is over the maximum output current of the system 500 mA, or the USB device may have an abnormality.
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Sensors of the TV do not work properly.
The Bar Speaker may block some sensors (such as the brightness sensor), the remote control receiver of your TV or the emitter for 3D glasses (infrared transmission) of a 3D
TV that supports the infrared 3D glass system, or wireless communication.
Move the Bar Speaker away from the
TV within a range that allows those parts to operate properly. For the locations of the sensors and remote control receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
The system does not work properly.
The system may be in demo mode. To cancel demo mode, reset the system.
Press and hold – (volume) and
(power) on the Bar Speaker for more
When you change to the TV input from the USB input by pressing
INPUT, the message appears.
Resetting the System
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows.
1
Press and hold – (volume) and
(power) on the Bar Speaker for more than 5 seconds.
All indicators on the Bar Speaker flash 3 times, and the settings return to their initial status.
2
Disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead).
3
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead), then press
to turn on the
system.
Tip
The default settings are underlined on each feature description.
* This screen is an example for English.
Select the TV program by using the TV remote control.
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Additional Information
Specifications
Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L + Front R: 20 W + 20 W (at
4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R speaker: 25 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Subwoofer: 30 W (at 4 ohms, 100 Hz)
Inputs
TV IN (OPTICAL)
USB
Outputs
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC))
USB section
(USB) port:
Type A (For connecting USB memory)
BLUETOOTH section
Communication system
BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.2
Output
BLUETOOTH Specification Power
Class 1
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 25 m
1)
Frequency band
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz -
2.4835 GHz)
Maximum output power
≤ 6 dBm
Modulation method
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
2)
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile)
Supported Codec
3)
SBC
4)
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)
1)
2)
3)
4)
The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, cordless phone use, reception sensitivity, the operating system, software applications, etc.
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format
Abbreviation for Subband Codec
Speaker section
Speaker system
2-Way 3 Drivers Speaker System, Bass reflex
Speaker
Front L/Front R speaker: 46 mm cone type
Subwoofer: 70 mm cone type
General
Power requirements
DC 19.5 V (using the supplied AC adapter connected to AC 100 V - 240 V,
50 Hz/60Hz power supply)
Power consumption
On: 25 W
Standby mode: 0.5 W or less (Power
Saving mode)
(When Control for HDMI function and
BLUETOOTH Standby mode are set to off)
Standby mode: 2 W or less*
(When Control for HDMI function and
BLUETOOTH Standby mode are set to on)
* The system will automatically enter
Power saving mode when there is no
HDMI connection and no
BLUETOOTH pairing history.
Dimensions* (approx.) (w/h/d)
580 mm × 64 mm × 95 mm
* Not including projection portion
Mass (approx.)
2.3 kg
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Playable Types of Files
(USB Input)
Codec
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)
WMA9 Standard
LPCM
Extension
.mp3
.wma
.wav
Notes
• Some files may not play depending on the file format, the file encoding, or the recording condition.
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
• The system does not play coded files such as DRM and Lossless.
• The system can recognize the following files or folders in USB devices:
– folder paths up to 128 characters long for FAT16/32 or 124 characters long for
NTFS
– up to 200 folders (including empty folder and root folder)
– up to 200 audio files/folders in each folder
• Some USB devices may not work with this system.
• The system can recognize Mass Storage
Class (MSC) devices.
Supported Input Audio
Formats (TV Input)
Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.
• Dolby Digital
• Linear PCM 2ch
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On BLUETOOTH
Communication
• BLUETOOTH devices should be used within approximately 10 meters
(33 feet) (unobstructed distance) of each other. The effective communication range may become shorter under the following conditions.
– When a person, metal object, wall or other obstruction is between the devices with a BLUETOOTH connection
– Locations where a wireless LAN is installed
– Around microwave ovens that are in use
– Locations where other electromagnetic waves occur
• BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN
(IEEE 802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency band (2.4 GHz). When using your BLUETOOTH device near a device with wireless LAN capability, electromagnetic interference may occur. This could result in lower data transfer rates, noise, or inability to connect. If this happens, try the following remedies:
– Use this system at least 10 meters
(33 feet) away from the wireless LAN device.
– Turn off the power to the wireless
LAN device when using your
BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters
(33 feet).
– Install this system and BLUETOOTH device as closer to each other as possible.
• The radio waves broadcast by this system may interfere with the operation of some medical devices.
Since this interference may result in malfunction, always turn off the power on this system and BLUETOOTH device in the following locations:
– In hospitals, on trains, in airplanes, at gas stations, and any place where flammable gasses may be present
– Near automatic doors or fire alarms
• This system supports security functions that comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification to ensure secure connection during communication using BLUETOOTH technology. However, this security may be insufficient depending on the setting contents and other factors, so always be careful when performing communication using BLUETOOTH technology.
• Sony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.
• BLUETOOTH communication is not necessarily guaranteed with all
BLUETOOTH devices that have the same profile as this system.
• BLUETOOTH devices connected with this system must comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification prescribed by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be certified to comply. However, even when a device complies with the
BLUETOOTH specification, there may be cases where the characteristics or specifications of the BLUETOOTH device make it impossible to connect, or may result in different control methods, display or operation.
• Noise may occur or the audio may cut off depending on the BLUETOOTH device connected with this system, the communications environment, or surrounding conditions.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• Do not climb on the Bar Speaker, as you may fall down and injure yourself, or system damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage is identical to your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate on the bottom of the Bar Speaker.
• If you are not going to use the system for a long time, be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet (mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet (mains) only one way.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the system heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this system at high volume, the system temperature at the rear and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the system.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the system.
• Do not place the system near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on the top of the
Bar Speaker.
• If the system is being used in combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, noise may result and picture quality may suffer. In such a case, place the system away from the TV, VCR, or tape deck.
• Use caution when placing the system on a surface that has been specially treated
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.), as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
• Take care to avoid any possible injury from the corners of the Bar Speaker.
• When installing the Bar Speaker, make sure not to damage the subwoofer on the bottom of the Bar Speaker.
On operation
Before connecting other equipment, be sure to turn off and unplug the system.
If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen
Color irregularities may be observed on certain types of TV.
• If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV, then turn it on again after
15 to 30 minutes.
• If color irregularity is observed again...
Place the system further away from the
TV.
On cleaning
Clean the system with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Copyrights and Trademarks
This system incorporates Dolby* Digital.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
The BLUETOOTH
®
word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
This system incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
“BRAVIA” logo is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“ClearAudio+” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“PlayStation” is a registered trademark or trademark of Sony Interactive
Entertainment Inc.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft
Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
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