Other Functions. Sony HT-ST9

Other Functions

Controlling the System Using a Smartphone or Tablet (SongPal)

SongPal is a dedicated app for operating SongPal-compatible audio devices manufactured by Sony using an smartphone or tablet.

Search for SongPal on Google Play or the App Store and download using your smartphone or tablet.

SongPal allows you to...

– change commonly used settings, selecting the input of the system and adjusting the volume.

– enjoy with the system music content stored on a home network server or smartphone.

– enjoy music visually with your smartphone display.

– configure Wi-Fi connection settings easily using SongPal if your Wi-

Fi router does not have a WPS function.

– use the SongPal Link function (page 31).

Notes

 Before you start to perform the operations below, be sure to set the

[Bluetooth Mode] to [Receiver] (page 24).

 This system is compatible with SongPal version 3.0 or later.



SongPal uses the network function (page 14) and BLUETOOTH function

(page 10) of the system.

 Specifications and display design of SongPal change without notice.

When using an Android Device

1

Press

 (on/standby).

The display of the Bar Speaker lights.

2

Search for SongPal with the Android device and download that application.

3

Launch SongPal.

4

Connect the system and the Android device by the

BLUETOOTH connection (page 10) or network connection

(page 14).

Tip

You can connect the Android device with the NFC function (page 11).

5

Follow the instructions on SongPal.

When using an iPhone/iPod touch

1

Press  (on/standby).

The display of the Bar Speaker lights.

2

Search for SongPal with the iPhone/iPod touch and download that application.

3

Launch SongPal.

4

Connect the system and an iPhone/iPod touch by

BLUETOOTH connection (page 10) or network connection

(page 14).

5

Follow the instructions on SongPal.

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Listening to the Same Music on Multiple Devices/

Listening to Different Music in a Different Location

(SongPal Link)

You can enjoy music stored on your computer or smartphone or from music services in multiple rooms at the same time.

Refer to the following for details of SongPal Link http://www.sony.net/nasite

Using the Control for HDMI Function for

“BRAVIA” Sync

This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function.

Operation is simplified with the features below by connecting via an

HDMI cable products manufactured by Sony that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function.

You can enable the Control for HDMI function by setting [Control for

HDMI] to [On] (page 26).

Notes

 To use the “BRAVIA” Sync function, be sure to turn on the system and all connected devices after making the HDMI connection.

 Depending on the settings of the connected device, the Control for

HDMI function may not work correctly. Refer to the operating instructions of the device.

System Power Off

When you turn off the TV, the system and the connected device will turn off automatically.

Notes

 The system does not turn off automatically while playing music on this system.

 The System Power Off function may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed.

One-Touch Play

When you play content on a device (Blu-ray Disc Player,

“PlayStation®4,” etc.) connected to the system with an HDMI cable, the system and TV are turned on automatically and the input of the system is switched to the appropriate HDMI input.

Notes

 The feature above may not operate with certain devices.

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If you set [Standby Through] to [Auto] or [On] (page 26), and then play

back the content on a connected device when the system is in standby mode, sound and image can only be output from the TV while the system remains in standby mode.

 The One-Touch Play function may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed.

System Audio Control

If you turn on the system while you are watching the TV, the TV sound will be output from the speakers of the system automatically.

The volume of the system will be adjusted when you adjust the volume using the TV’s remote control.

If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the system the last time you watched the TV, the system will be turned on automatically when you turn on the TV again.

You can also enjoy this feature when using the Twin Picture function

(Picture and Picture (P&P)) on your TV.

 If the [TV], [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3] input is selected, the sound can be output from the system.

 If other than [TV], [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3] input is selected, the sound is only output from the TV when using the Twin Picture function. When you turn off the Twin Picture function, the sound is output from the system.

Notes

 The number for the system's volume level is displayed on the TV screen depending on the TV. The displayed volume number may differ from the number on the front panel display of the Bar Speaker.

 The System Audio Control function may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed.

Audio Return Channel

You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using just one HDMI cable.

For details of the setting, see “[Audio Return Channel]” (page 26)

Note

The Audio Return Channel function may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed.

Control for HDMI sync function

The system’s [Control for HDMI] function automatically becomes active by activating the TV’s Control for HDMI (BRAVIA Sync) function. “DONE” appears in the front panel display of the Bar

Speaker when this is done.

Notes

 You can set the [Control for HDMI] function manually if the above setting

is not working. For details, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 26).

 The control for HDMI sync function is a proprietary function of Sony. This function cannot operate with devices other than those manufactured by

Sony.

Echo Canceling Sync

You can reduce the echo when you use the Social Viewing function while watching TV programs. Conversation becomes clearer.

 If the current selected input is [TV], [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3], the input is automatically changed to [TV] input. Sound of the

Social Viewing and TV program is output from the system.

 If the current selected input is other than [TV], [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or

[HDMI3], the sound of the Social Viewing and the playback content is output from TV.

Notes

 This feature only works for a TV that supports Social Viewing function.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

 Be sure to set the audio output setting on your TV so that the sound can be output through this system.

 The Echo Canceling Sync function is a proprietary function of Sony. This function cannot operate with devices other than those manufactured by

Sony.

Home Theatre Control

The icon of the Home Theatre Control app appears on the TV screen.

You can change the settings of the system (such as change an input or sound field) by using the remote control of your TV.

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Notes

 Your TV must be connected to Internet to use the Home Theatre Control function.

 The Home Theatre Control function is a proprietary function of Sony.

This function cannot operate with devices other than those manufactured by Sony.

Language Follow

When you change the language for the on-screen display of the TV, the system’s on-screen display language is also changed.

Notes on HDMI connections

 Use an HDMI cable (High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet). If you use a standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Colour, 3D, and 4K content may not be displayed properly.

 Use an HDMI-authorized cable. Use an HDMI cable (High Speed

HDMI Cable with Ethernet) manufactured by Sony bearing the logo indicating the cable type.

 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.

 Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output signals from the playback device is switched.

 When [TV] input is selected, video signals via one of the HDMI IN 1/

2/3 jacks selected last time are output from the HDMI OUT (ARC) jack.

 This system supports Deep Colour, “x.v.Colour,” 3D, and 4K transmission.

 To enjoy 3D content, connect a 3D-compatible TV and video device

(Blu-ray Disc Player, “PlayStation®4” etc.) to the system using HDMI cables (High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet), put on 3D glasses, and then play back a 3D-compatible Blu-ray Disc, etc.

 To enjoy 4K content, the TV and players that are connected to the system must be compatible with 4K content.

Enjoying multiplex broadcast sound (Dual

Mono)

You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.

Note

To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other devices to the DIGITAL IN (TV) jack with a optical digital cable.

If your TV’s HDMI IN jack is compatible with the Audio Return Channel

function (page 26), you can receive a Dolby Digital signal via an HDMI

cable.

Press AUDIO repeatedly until the signal you want appears in the front panel display.

 “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be output.

 “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be output.

 “MN/SB”: Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output.

Deactivating Buttons on the Bar Speaker

(Child Lock)

You can deactivate buttons on the Bar Speaker (except for

) for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief.

Be sure to use buttons on the Bar Speaker to perform this operation.

Press and hold INPUT followed by VOLUME –, VOLUME +,

VOLUME – on the Bar Speaker.

“LOCK” appears in the front panel display.

You can only operate the system by using the remote control.

To cancel, press and hold INPUT followed by VOLUME –, VOLUME +,

VOLUME – on the Bar Speaker.

“UNLCK” appears in the front panel display.

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Changing the brightness

You can change the brightness of the front panel display and blue

LED indicator.

Press DIMMER repeatedly.

You can adjust the brightness in 3 levels.*

* The brightness for “DIM1” and “DIM2” settings are the same.

Note

The front panel display is turned off when “DIM2” is selected. It turns on automatically when you press any buttons, then turns off again if you do not operate the system for about 10 seconds. However, in some cases, the front panel display may not turn off.

Enabling the IR Repeater Function (when you cannot control the TV)

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 remote control of the TV by sending the remote signal from the rear of the Bar Speaker.

Saving Power in Standby Mode

Check that you have made the following settings:

– [Bluetooth Standby] is set to [Off] (page 25).

– [Standby Through] is set to [Off] (page 26).

– [Quick Start/Network Standby] is set to [Off] (page 26).

– [Remote Start] is set to [Off] (page 27).

Note

Be sure to check that the remote control of the TV cannot control the TV,

and then set [IR-Repeater] to [On] (page 25). 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 system.

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1

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2

Select [Setup] - [System Settings] from the home menu.

3

Select [IR-Repeater].

4

Select [On].

5

Press HOME.

The menu goes off.

Note

On some TVs, this function may not work correctly. In this case, place the

Bar Speaker slightly further away from the TV.

Further Setting for the Wireless System

(Subwoofer)

On/standby indicator

SECURE LINK

1

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2

Select [Setup] - [System Settings] from the home menu.

3

Select [Wireless Sound Connection].

The [Wireless Sound Connection] display appears.

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Activating Wireless Transmission Between Specific

Devices

[Secure Link]

You can specify the wireless connection to link the system to the subwoofer using the Secure Link function.

This function can help prevent interference if you use multiple wireless products or your neighbors use wireless products.

1

Select [Wireless Sound Connection] in [System Settings]

(page 35).

2

Select [Secure Link].

3

Select [On].

4

Press SECURE LINK on the rear of the subwoofer.

Proceed to the next step within a few minutes.

5

Select [Start].

To return to the previous display, select [Cancel].

6

After the message [Secure Link setting is complete.] appears, press .

The on/standby indicator on the subwoofer lights in orange.

If the message [Cannot set Secure Link.] appears, follow the onscreen instructions.

To cancel the Secure Link function

For the Bar Speaker

Select [Off] on Step 3 above.

For the subwoofer

Press and hold the SECURE LINK on the rear of the subwoofer for several seconds until the on/standby indicator on the subwoofer turns green or flashes in green.

Be sure to press the SECURE LINK with the point of a pen, etc.

Selecting the Frequency Band

[RF Band]

You can select the frequency band.

1

Select [Wireless Sound Connection] in [System Settings]

(page 35).

2

Select [RF Band].

3

Select the setting you want.

 [Auto]: Normally select this. The system automatically selects the strongest frequency band for transmission.

 [5.2GHz], [5.8GHz]: The system transmits sound according to the selected frequency band.

Tip

We recommend you to set [RF Band] to [Auto].

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Modifying the Angle of the Bar Speaker

You can modify the angle of the Bar Speaker by attaching the stands on the bottom of the Bar Speaker.

You can attach the stands on the bottom of the Bar Speaker as shown below.

Notes

 We recommend that you use the system without attaching stands if you will be listening to High-Resolution Audio.

 When you mount the Bar Speaker on the wall, detach the stands beforehand.

Attach the stands to both sides of the bottom of the Bar Speaker using the supplied screws.

Screw

Stand

Tip

The stand shape differs for the right and left sides. Check the “R” or “L” mark engraved on the stand before attaching it.

Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall

You can mount the Bar Speaker on a wall.

Notes

 When you mount the Bar Speaker on the wall, detach the stands

beforehand (page 37).

 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plasterboard wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to two studs in the wall beam. Install the Bar Speaker 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.

1

Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the rear of the Bar Speaker.

4 mm

More than 30 mm

4.6 mm

10 mm

Hole on the rear of the Bar Speaker continued

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2

Fasten the screws to two studs in the wall.

The screws should protrude by 11 mm to 12 mm.

939 mm

Attaching the Grille Frame

Attach the grille frame in parallel with the front panel.

11 mm to

12 mm

3

Hang the Bar Speaker on the screws.

Align the holes at the rear of the Bar Speaker with the screws, and then hang the Bar Speaker on the two screws.

Note

We recommend that you use the system without attaching the grille frame if you will be listening to High-Resolution Audio.

Note

When you use the HDMI IN 3 jack of the wall-mounted Bar Speaker, connect a right-angled HDMI cable (High Speed HDMI Cable with

Ethernet).

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