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Sony HT-AF5 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
HT-AF5
HT-AS5
©2010 Sony Corporation
4-166-572-11(2)

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  • Page 1 Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-AF5 HT-AS5 ©2010 Sony Corporation 4-166-572-11(2)
  • Page 2 Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual • The instructions in this manual are for model HT-AF5 and HT-AS5. In this manual, models of area code CEL is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “Models of area code CEK only”.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Unpacking...5 Description and location of parts...8 Getting Started 1: Installing the speakers ...16 2: Connecting the speakers ...20 3: Connecting the audio/video components...21 4: Connecting the antennas (aerials)...25 5: Preparing the system ...26 6: Calibrating the appropriate settings automatically(Auto Calibration)...27 Playback Selecting a component...31...

  • Page 5: Unpacking

    Unpacking Be sure that you have the following items in your package. HT-AF5 only • Front speakers (SS-TSB104) (2) • Center speaker (SS-CTB101) (1) • Surround speakers (SS-TSB101) (2) • Subwoofer (SA-WA5) (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) •...
  • Page 6 HT-AS5 only • Front speakers (SS-TSB101) (2) • Center speaker (SS-CTB101) (1) • Surround speakers (SS-TSB101) (2) • Subwoofer (SA-WA5) (1) • AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (5, Red/White/Grey/Blue/ Green) • Remote commander (RM-AAU074) (1) •...
  • Page 7 Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries into RM-AAU074 Remote Commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not use a new battery with old ones. •...

  • Page 8: Description And Location Of Parts

    Description and location of parts Subwoofer Front view Name Function A ?/1 Turns the system on or off (on/standby) (pages 26, 32). B INPUT Selects the input source to SELECTOR playback (pages 28, 31, 32, 33, 37, 38, 39). C VOLUME +/– Adjusts the volume level of all speakers at the same time (pages 31, 32, 71).
  • Page 9 About the indicators on the display LPCM NIGHT SLEEP Name Function A LPCM Lights up when Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signals are input. B NIGHT Lights up when the Night Mode function is set to on (page 36). C SLEEP Lights up when the sleep timer is activated (page 65).

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear panel ANTENNA DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX AUTO CAL MIC FM 75 AUDIO IN AUDIO IN COAXIAL SA-CD/CD DVD IN BD IN SAT/CATV IN HDMI SPEAKERS OPT IN FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SUR R SUR L SAT/CATV A S-AIR EZW-T100 Connects to a slot...
  • Page 11 Remote commander You can use the supplied RM-AAU074 Remote Commander to operate the system and to control the Sony audio/video components that the remote is assigned to operate (page 60). RM-AAU074 SAT/ CATV SA-CD/ VIDEO DMPORT TUNER MENU Notes on using SHIFT (L) and...
  • Page 12 PROG + (K). Basic operations Remote button Function B ?/1 Turns the system on or off. (on/standby) To turn off all Sony components, press ?/1 (B) and AV ?/1 (A) at the same time (SYSTEM STANDBY). G AMP MENU Displays the menu of the system.
  • Page 13 Common operations Remote button Function A TV ?/1 Turns on or off the Sony TV AV ?/1 or audio/video components (on/standby) that the remote is assigned to operate (page 60). Press ?/1 (B) and TV ?/1/ AV ?/1 (A) at the same...
  • Page 14 Remote button Function V THEATRE Sets the optimal picture settings automatically for watching movies, when you connect a Sony TV which is compatible with the THEATRE button function. Also, the audio is automatically switched to the audio output of this...
  • Page 15 To control the SAT/CATV Remote button Function F DISPLAY – Displays the information during SAT/CATV function. – Press AMP MENU (G), then press DISPLAY (F) to display the input stream information for satellite tuner or cable television tuner. I MENU/HOME Displays the menu.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    B Front speaker (right) C Center speaker D Surround speaker (left) E Surround speaker (right) F Subwoofer HT-AF5 only HT-AS5 only Notes • Be sure to use only the supplied speakers. • Do not lean on a speaker, as it may fall down.
  • Page 17 Installing the speakers on the wall The front speakers of HT-AF5 is provided with the speaker stand, you need to disassemble the speakers. Install the front speakers on the wall. Keep the speaker stand for future use.
  • Page 18 Disassemble the speaker by lifting the upper part of the speaker. Upper part Lower part Rear of the speaker Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of the speaker. The removed speaker cord is used when installing the speaker on a wall.
  • Page 19 • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.

  • Page 20: 2: Connecting The Speakers

    HT-AS5 only For the front speakers and surround speakers 8 mm to 10 mm For the center speaker 8 mm to 10 mm Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm Rear of speaker 2: Connecting the speakers Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

  • Page 21: 3: Connecting The Audio/Video Components

    Surround left SUR R Surround right For details on the speaker type, see page 5 (for HT-AF5 only) or page 6 (for HT-AS5 only) 3: Connecting the audio/ video components Before connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
  • Page 22 Blu-ray Disc DVD recorder A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMI- authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) * When you use Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, the audio signal is output from the TV to the receiver.
  • Page 23 Satellite tuner or cable television tuner (without HDMI jack) l: Signal flow A HDMI cable (not supplied) Sony recommends that you use an HDMI- authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable. B Optical digital cord (not supplied) C Video cord (not supplied)

  • Page 24: Connecting Other Components

    Note Depending on the cable television tuner and HDMI cable, multi channel sound may not be output. In this case, set “INPUT MODE” to “OPT’ in the AUDIO menu (page 65). Connecting other components You can enjoy the sound of the connected components output via the system’s speakers.

  • Page 25: 4: Connecting The Antennas (Aerials)

    • When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing towards the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, press and hold both sides of the connector and then pull out the connector.

  • Page 26: 5: Preparing The System

    5: Preparing the system Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (mains). ANTENNA DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX AUTO CAL MIC FM 75 AUDIO IN AUDIO IN COAXIAL SA-CD/CD DVD IN BD IN SAT/CATV IN TV OUT...

  • Page 27: 6: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically(Auto Calibration)

    • If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will be set to off automatically. • When you use the S-AIR product, disconnect the headphones. Example: HT-AF5 ANTENNA DMPORT DC5V 0.7A MAX AUTO...
  • Page 28 When you face the speaker towards the optimizer microphone, you will get a more accurate measurement. Performing Auto Calibration SAT/ Input CATV buttons SA-CD/ VIDEO DMPORT TUNER V/v/B/b, MENU 2 +/– Press AMP MENU. “LEVEL” appears on the display. Press V/v repeatedly until “A.CAL MENU”...
  • Page 29 • The optimizer microphone or subwoofer may be damaged. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The front speakers are not connected or either the front left or front right speaker is not connected.
  • Page 30 Warning code Explanation WARNING 41 The sound received by the WARNING 42 optimizer microphone is out of the acceptable range. The distance between the optimizer microphone and the speakers is too close. Set them away, and then try to perform the Auto Calibration again.

  • Page 31: Playback

    Playback Selecting a component SAT/ CATV Input buttons SA-CD/ VIDEO DMPORT TUNER MENU 2 +/– Press the input button to select a component. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the subwoofer. The selected input appears on the display. Selected input Components that can [Display] be played back...

  • Page 32: Enjoying Sound/Images From The Components Connected To The System

    Adjust the volume of the system. Tips • When you connect a Sony TV, the audio input of the TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is displayed on the TV screen automatically by pressing the TV button.
  • Page 33 Enjoying Blu-ray Disc or DVD Turn on the TV. Turn on the Blu-ray Disc player (recorder) or DVD player (recorder), then place the disc on the tray. Turn on the system. Press BD or DVD. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the subwoofer to select “BD”...

  • Page 34: Enjoying Surround Sound

    Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any type of movie.
  • Page 35 Sound field Sound field [Display] Others HEADPHONE 2CH [HP 2CH] HEADPHONE THEATER [HP THEATER] D.C.S. technology is used. For details see “Glossary” (page 67). This decoding mode appears when you connect the headphones to surround amplifier (S-AIR sub unit) (not supplied). Notes •...

  • Page 36: Enjoying The Sound At Low Volume (Night Mode)

    Enjoying the sound at low volume (NIGHT MODE) You can enjoy sound effects and hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level using this function. This function is useful for enjoying sound at night. V/v/B/b, MENU Press AMP MENU. “LEVEL”...
  • Page 37 Tuning into a station automatically (Auto Tuning) Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band. You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on the subwoofer. Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto scanning starts. Press TUNING + to scan from low to high frequency;...

  • Page 38: Presetting Radio Stations

    Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. Then you can easily tune in the stations you often listen to. SAT/ Numeric CATV buttons SA-CD/ VIDEO DMPORT TUNER V/v/B/b MENU TUNING +/– Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.
  • Page 39 Naming preset station You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear on the display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. Press TUNER repeatedly to select the FM or AM band.

  • Page 40: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) This system also allows you to use RDS (Radio Data System), which enables radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. You can display RDS information. Notes • RDS is operable only for FM stations. •...

  • Page 41: Bravia" Sync Features

    When your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function When you connect a Sony TV with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function, the Control for HDMI function of the system can be turned on simultaneously by turning the Control for HDMI function of the TV on.
  • Page 42 When your TV is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting” function Turn the Control for HDMI function of the system and the connected component on individually. Input buttons V/v/B/b, MENU Perform the steps given in “When your TV is compatible with the “Control for HDMI-Easy Setting”...

  • Page 43: Playing Back Components With One-Touch Operation (One-Touch Play)

    Setting the Control for HDMI function to off Set the Control for HDMI function to off when you connect components not compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync, or that do not have HDMI jack, etc. Press AMP MENU. “LEVEL” appears on the display. Press V/v repeatedly until “SET HDMI”...

  • Page 44: Enjoying The Tv Sound From The System's Speakers (System Audio Control)

    TV speaker. Tips • Sony recommends that you set the maximum volume level to a little lower than the volume you usually listen to. • Regardless of the maximum volume level you set, the VOLUME +/–...

  • Page 45: Turning Off The System With The Tv (System Power Off)

    Turning off the system with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically. You can also use the system’s remote to turn off the TV.

  • Page 46: Using The Power Saving Function (Hdmi Signal Pass Through)

    HDMI signals from the system’s HDMI TV OUT jack. Sony recommends this setting if you use a TV that is compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync. This setting saves power in the standby mode compared with the “THRU ON”...

  • Page 47: Enjoying The Tv Sound Via An Hdmi

    Enjoying the TV sound via an HDMI connection (Audio Return Channel (ARC)) The system can receive the audio signal of the TV via an HDMI cable when your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using HDMI cable only.

  • Page 48: Enjoying Optimum Sound Field For The Selected Scene (Scene Select)

    Enjoying optimum sound field for the selected scene (Scene Select) The Scene Select function allows you to enjoy the optimum picture quality and switches the sound field according to the selected scene on your TV. Notes • This function is available only when the Control for HDMI function is set to on.

  • Page 49: S-Air Operations

    S-AIR Operations About S-AIR products This system is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 68), which allows wireless sound transmission between S-AIR products. When you purchase the S-AIR product, you need to establish the sound transmission. There are two types of S-AIR product. •...

  • Page 50: Setting Up An S-Air Product

    About environments where S-AIR products (S-AIR main unit and sub unit) are used S-AIR products use a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. Certain electronic equipment or other factors may cause lost connection or instability in S-AIR reception. • Electronic equipment influence The following may cause interference or cross talk.
  • Page 51 To insert the wireless transmitter into the S-AIR main unit Remove the screws. EZW-T100 Note Remove the screws pointed with the Do not remove other screws. Insert the wireless transmitter. EZW-T100 slot Wireless transmitter Notes • Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR logo facing up.
  • Page 52 Establishing sound transmission between the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting) When you match the ID of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit, you can establish sound transmission. V/v/B/b MENU To set the ID of the S-AIR main unit Press AMP MENU.
  • Page 53 To use multiple S-AIR main units You can use multiple S-AIR products by setting a different ID for each unit. Sound transmission is established as follows: S-AIR main unit (this subwoofer) Other S-AIR main unit ID A ID A ID A S-AIR sub unit S-AIR S-AIR...
  • Page 54 To perform pairing Place the S-AIR sub unit that you want to pair near the S-AIR main unit. Note Remove headphones from the surround amplifier (if connected). Match the IDs of the S-AIR main unit and the S-AIR sub unit. •...

  • Page 55: Enjoying The System's Sound In Another Room

    Enjoying the system’s sound in another room (For the S-AIR receiver only (not supplied)) You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver. The S-AIR receiver can be placed in another room for enjoying the system’s sound there. For details of the S-AIR receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with S-AIR receiver.

  • Page 56: Stabilizing S-Air Reception

    Select the desired function on the S-AIR product. When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multi channel sound is downmixed to 2 channel. Adjust the volume on the S-AIR receiver. Note When “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” is selected on the system, you can only select the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR product.
  • Page 57 • Keep as much space as possible around S-AIR products. – Avoid placing S-AIR products on top of or directly below other electronic equipment. – Avoid placing S-AIR products in a closed rack, metal rack or under a table. • Adjust the location (height, orientation, and place in the room) of S-AIR products until reception is the most stable.

  • Page 58: Changing The Channel For Better Sound Transmission

    Changing the channel for better sound transmission If you use multiple wireless systems which sharing the 2.4 GHz band, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of S-AIR products or other wireless systems may be unstable. In this case, the transmission may be improved by changing the following “RF CHANGE”...

  • Page 59: Enjoying The S-Air Receiver While The S-Air Main Unit Is In Standby Mode

    Enjoying the S-AIR receiver while the S-AIR main unit is in standby mode (For the S-AIR receiver only (not supplied)) You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the S-AIR main unit is in standby mode by setting “S-AIR STBY” to “STBY ON”. Note The POWER/ACTIVE STANDBY indicator in the S-AIR main unit (this subwoofer) will lights up in...

  • Page 60: Advance Settings

    Advance Settings Changing the input button assignments You can change the initial settings of the input buttons (BD, DVD, SAT/CATV, VIDEO and SA-CD/CD) to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc player to the DVD jack on the subwoofer, you can set the DVD button on this remote to control the Blu-ray Disc player.

  • Page 61: Settings And Adjustments Using The Amplifier Menu

    Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray Disc recorder. The initial setting of the DVD button. Sony DVD recorders are operated with DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

  • Page 62: Overview Of The Menus

    Overview of the menus You can set the following items using the AMP MENU. For details of each menu, see the following pages. The initial settings are underlined. AMP MENU LEVEL TEST TONE FL LEVEL CNT LEVEL FR LEVEL SR LEVEL SL LEVEL SW LEVEL AUDIO DRC...

  • Page 63: Test Tone

    a) For details, see “Enjoying the sound at low volume (NIGHT MODE)” (page 36). b) This parameter is only available when SAT/CATV input is selected. c) For details, see “Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 41). d) This parameter is only available when “CTRL HDMI”...

  • Page 64: Tone Menu

    When a test tone is not output from the speakers • The speaker cords may not be connected securely. • The speaker cords may have short-circuit problem. Note The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack. x AUDIO DRC You can compress the dynamic range of the sound track.

  • Page 65: System Menu

    x INPUT MODE You can select the audio input mode setting when you connect satellite tuner or cable television tuner to both HDMI IN jack and optical digital input jack on the subwoofer and SAT/CATV input has been selected. • AUTO: Gives priority to HDMI audio signals if there are both digital (HDMI and optical) connections.
  • Page 66 To set the speaker distance from your listening position Press V/v repeatedly until the speaker you want to adjust appears, then press • FL DIST, CNT DIST, FR DIST, SR DIST, SL DIST, SW DIST Notes • “CNT DIST” does not appear when you set “CENTER NO”...

  • Page 67: Glossary

    Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) A unique sound reproduction technology for home theater developed by Sony, in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment, for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital Cinema Sound”...

  • Page 68: Sampling Frequency

    “x.v.Colour” is a promotion name given to the products that have the capability to realize a wide colour space based on the xvYCC specifications and is a trademark of Sony Corporation. xvYCC is an international standard of the technical specifications of the extended-gamut colour space for video signals.

  • Page 69: Precautions

    Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.
  • Page 70 S-AIR product(s). – There is an iron divider/door or furniture/ electric product made of fireproof glass, metal, etc., between the S-AIR product(s). If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Audio There is no sound, no matter which component is selected, or only a very low-level sound is heard. •...
  • Page 72 Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is not reproduced. • Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. • When connecting the DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this subwoofer, check the audio setting (the settings for the audio output) of the connected component.
  • Page 73 No sound is output from the system and TV speaker while using the System Audio Control function. • Make sure the TV is compatible with the System Audio Control function. • If you cannot listen to the sound of a component connected to the system –...
  • Page 74 • Turn off the system and S-AIR sub unit, then turn on again. • Check that headphones are not connected to the S-AIR sub unit. There is noise or the sound skips. • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 8 m away from this S-AIR main unit.

  • Page 75: Error Messages

    If the problem persist Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with S-AIR function,...

  • Page 76: Specifications

    Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (rated) FRONT L + FRONT R 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) FRONT L/FRONT R/CENTER/ SUR L/SUR R 167 W (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz) SUBWOOFER 165 W...
  • Page 77 Speaker section HT-AF5 only • Front speaker (SS-TSB104) • Surround speaker (SS-TSB101) • Center speaker (SS-CTB101) Center speaker Full range, magnetically shielded Front/Surround speaker Full range Speaker unit Front/Surround speaker 55 mm × 80 mm, cone type Center speaker 30 mm × 60 mm, cone type...

  • Page 78: Index

    Index Numerics 5.1 channel 16 AUDIO DRC 64 Audio Return Channel (ARC) 47 Auto Calibration 27 AUTO STBY 65 Blu-ray Disc player connecting 21 playback 33 BRAVIA Sync preparing 41 CD player connecting 24 playback 33 Deep Colour 67 Digital Cinema Sound (DCS) 34, 67 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter...
  • Page 80 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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