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Home Theatre System
Système Home Cinema
HT-A9
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Operating Instructions
Manuel d'instructions
Manual de instrucciones
HT-A9
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  • Page 1 C:\HT2020\AC\Data\UC2\5025229111\5025229111HTA9UC2\00COV- masterpage: Cover 010COV_AC_UC2.fm Page 1 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 2:48 PM HTA9UC2\010COV_AC_UC2.fm Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Système Home Cinema Manuel d’instructions Manual de instrucciones HT-A9 HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 2 Record the serial number in the CAUTION space provided below. Refer to them Risk of explosion if the battery is whenever you call upon your Sony replaced by an incorrect type. dealer regarding the speaker system. Do not expose batteries or appliances with battery-installed to excessive heat, Model No.
  • Page 3 Contact: Sony Customer Information turn on the RF transmitter, which it then Service Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) turns off at the end of the packet. Write: Sony Customer Information Therefore, the transmitter will be on only Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort...
  • Page 4 Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinue transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Interlocking with a TV (Control for HDMI function) ....40 Listening to Music/Sound Operating the Speaker System by Listening to Sony TV Sound with the Interlocking with a TV BLUETOOTH® Function ...25 Compatible with the “BRAVIA” Listening to Music/Sound with the Sync Function ......
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting ......47 Resetting the Speaker System ..55 Additional Information Specifications ........57 Supported Input Audio Formats ........60 On BLUETOOTH Communication ......61 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ......62 Precautions ........66 Copyrights and Trademarks ..68 Index ..........70 HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 7: About Manuals Of The Speaker System

    – Sound adjustment, etc. the remote control. • Characters in brackets [ ] appear on the TV screen or front panel display. • Details are omitted from the illustrations. What’s in the Box Refer to Startup Guide (separate document). HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 8: What You Can Do With The Speaker System

    DTS:X as well as HDR video formats such as HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision. Blu-ray Disc™ player, set-top box, gaming console, etc. “Playing the Connected AV Device” (page 24) • “Watching TV” (page 24) • “Listening to Sony TV Headphones Sound with the BLUETOOTH® Function” “Listening to Sound of (page 25)
  • Page 9 Help Guide (Web manual). For customers in Americas https://rd1.sony.net/help/ht/a9/h_uc/ For customers in other countries/regions https://rd1.sony.net/help/ht/a9/h_zz/ Optional subwoofer For the operations of the optional subwoofer, refer to its operating instructions. For the supported optional subwoofer, confirm on the Sony website. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 10: Guide To Parts And Controls

      (power) button LPCM content that cannot be Turns on the speaker system or transmitted with ARC. sets it to standby mode.  HDMI IN jack  LAN(100) port  DC IN terminal HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 11 (), peel off the cover on them with attempting to connect to the a safety-pin, etc. (page 15). control box. – Flashes twice repeatedly: The speaker is in the pairing standby status via manual connection. Turns off – The speaker is turned off. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 12  /// (page 14) (enter) (page 14) BACK (page 14) OPTIONS (page 39) Displays the options menu on the TV screen. The options menu is displayed in the front panel display for TV input. HOME (page 14) HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 13 (rewind/fast forward) during playback.  (play/pause)* Starts, pauses, or re-starts playback (resume play).  AUDIO* (page 38) * The AUDIO,  (play/pause), and  (volume) + buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 14: Using The Home Menu

    Selects the input of the audio device that is connected to the speaker system or music service for playing back on the speaker system. [Setup] Performs the basic initial settings by using [Easy Setup] or various advanced settings of the speaker system. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 15: Setting Up

    • Fasten the screws securely in the wall beam. • Hang the speakers horizontally on the reinforced 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...

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Tv

    Keep the cover that is peeled off in step 3 for use when you do not mount the speaker on a wall. HDMI cable Installing the Optional (supplied) Speakers Refer to the operating instructions of the optional speakers. Note Make sure that the connectors are firmly inserted. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 17: When Your Tv Has The S-Center Speaker In Jack

    TV with the HDMI cable (supplied) (page 16). Connect the S-CENTER SPEAKER IN jack on the TV and the S-CENTER OUT jack on the speaker system with the TV center speaker mode cable (supplied). TV center speaker mode cable (supplied) HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 18: Connecting An Av Device

    Refer to the operating instructions of the TV. HDMI cable Connect an AV device with one of (not supplied) the following methods. Blu-ray Disc player, set-top box, gaming console, etc. Note Make sure that the connectors are firmly inserted. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 19 Blu-ray Disc player, set-top box, gaming console, etc. Select the appropriate HDMI cable and [HDMI Signal Format] setting according to the video formats output from the device connected to the speaker system. For details, refer to Help Guide. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 20: Connecting To The Ac Outlet (Mains)

    AC outlet (mains). *Except for North American models For North American models AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied) AC adaptor (supplied) For other models AC power cord AC adaptor (mains lead) (supplied) (supplied) HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 21: Performing Initial Settings

    Connect this unit to the Internet to: - Use your mobile device to play streaming music on the unit. - Install software updates to keep the latest functions available. You can do this later from [Easy Setup] > [Easy Network Setup]. Next Later HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 22: If The Speakers Are Not Connected Correctly

    The home menu appears on the TV screen. Select [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] on the home menu. Select [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless Speaker Settings] - [Start manual linking]. The [Start manual linking] screen appears on the TV screen. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 23 Settings] - [Link mode] is set to [Manual] automatically. • Only the speakers for which [Connected] has been displayed in Step 6 connect to the control box. If the connection of the speakers cannot be established, perform the operation again from Step 1. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 24: Watching Images

    TV screen and the TV sound is output from the speaker system. You can select [HDMI] directly by pressing Adjust the volume (page 34). HDMI on the remote control. You can select [TV] directly by pressing TV on the remote control. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 25: Listening To Music/Sound

    Connecting a TV with the BLUETOOTH Function  (power) BLUETOOTH 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 speaker system and TV wirelessly.
  • Page 26 The speaker system is turned on by Pair the speaker system and TV by interlocking with the TV power and selecting “HT-A9” from the list on TV sound is output from the speaker the TV screen. system. Make sure that [TV (BT)] appears in...

  • Page 27: Bluetooth Function

    / remote control buttons do not work. (previous/next) ///, (enter), BACK, HOME, DISPLAY,  (play/pause), / Press and hold the BLUETOOTH (previous/next) button for 2 seconds. (When operating the option menu, // / and (enter) can be used.) HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 28 Start audio playback with the Tips music app on the connected • If there is no mobile device that has been mobile device. paired (ex. immediately after the purchase Sound is output from the speaker of the speaker system), the speaker system. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 29: Listening To Sound Of The Connected Tv Or Device Using Headphones

    Set the BLUETOOTH compatible headphones to pairing mode. When the connection is not established, Refer to the operating instructions select “HT-A9” on the mobile device. of the headphones for the pairing To disconnect the mobile device method. Perform any of the following items.
  • Page 30 [Setup] - [Advanced Adjust the volume. Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] to [Transmitter]. Adjust the volume level of the headphones first. Then, adjust the volume level of the headphones with  (volume) +/– on the remote control. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 31 • Playback of audio/music on the BLUETOOTH device is delayed compared to that on the speaker system due to the characteristics of BLUETOOTH wireless technology. • You can enable or disable the reception of LDAC audio from the BLUETOOTH device in [Bluetooth Settings]. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 32: Listening To Music By Connecting To A Network

    • 360 Reality Audio • Spotify • Chromecast built-in • AirPlay Speaker system • Sony | Music Center Computer • AirPlay • Home Network 360 Reality Audio Chromecast built-in You can play 360 Reality Audio contents You can select music on the...
  • Page 33 Right 010COV.book Page 33 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 3:33 PM Sony | Music Center You can control the speaker system wirelessly by installing the “Sony | Music Center” app on your smartphone or tablet device. Home Network You can play music files stored on your computer on a network location via your home network.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Volume And Sound Quality

    Press REAR  (rear speakers volume) +/–. The volume level appears in the front panel display. Note The rear speakers are designed for playback of the surround part of the multi- channel sound and surround sound that is HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 35: Enjoying Immersive Surround Experience (Immersive Ae)

    • The Immersive Audio Enhancement function is available only when [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [Audio Settings] - [Sound Effect] is set to [Sound Mode On]. • The surround effect from all directions differs depending on the sound source. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 36: Setting The Sound Effect That Is Tailored To Sound Sources (Sound Mode)

    Sound mode Explanation [Auto Sound] The appropriate sound setting is automatically selected for the sound source. [Cinema] You feel immersed by the sound that travels behind you and surrounds your entire body. This mode is suitable for watching movies. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 37: Making Dialogs Clearer (Voice)

    (page 29), the voice mode is selected. In this case, you can check the disabled. night mode setting in the front panel display. • When the BLUETOOTH device is connected in BLUETOOTH transmission mode (page 29), the night mode is disabled. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Delay Between The Picture And Sound

    HDMI cable (not supplied). • The audio signal does not appear on the TV screen while the TV input is selected. In this case, you can check the audio signal in the front panel display. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Dialog Volume While The Dts:x Content Is Played Back

    , then press (enter). Adjust the dialog volume using / , then press (enter). You can adjust from 0.0 dB to 6.0 dB in 1.0 dB increments. Press OPTIONS. The options menu in the front panel display turns off. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 40: Using The Speaker System By Interlocking With A Tv

    • When connecting a device such as a Blu- output device in the TV menu. ray Disc player to a TV with an HDMI cable, – When using Sony TV, turn on the enable its Control for HDMI function. speaker system while the TV is turned •...

  • Page 41: Operating The Speaker System By Interlocking With A Tv Compatible With The "Bravia" Sync Function

    Other Interlocking Functions Menu Operation by TV Remote “BRAVIA” Sync is an extended function Control developed by Sony based on the Control for HDMI function. By connecting You can operate the menu of the “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible devices such speaker system by selecting the name of...
  • Page 42 C:\HT2020\AC\Data\UC2\5025229111\5025229111HTA9UC2\01GB-HTA9UC2\120HDM.fm masterpage: Left 010COV.book Page 42 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 3:33 PM Home Theatre Control Function Setting the speaker system, setting the sound mode settings, input switching, etc. can be done without switching the TV input. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 43: Changing The Settings

    Notes • The front panel display and indicators are turned off when [Dimmer: Off] is selected. They turn on automatically when you press any button, then turn off again if you do not operate the speaker system for HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 44: Saving Power In Standby Mode

    • [Easy Sound Setup]: Performs the basic speaker settings for optimizing the surround sound for your environment. • [Easy Network Setup]: Performs the basic network settings. Perform settings by following the on-screen instructions. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 45: Performing Advanced Settings

    [System Settings] Makes the speaker system-related settings. [Network Settings] Makes detailed settings for the Internet. Resets the speaker system to the factory default [Resetting] settings. Updates the software of the speaker system or [Software Update] optional subwoofer. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 46: Updating The Software

    Note Press HOME. If updating of the speakers or optional The home menu appears on the TV subwoofer does not work, move them to a screen. location near the control box and update. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    C:\HT2020\AC\Data\UC2\5025229111\5025229111HTA9UC2\01GB-HTA9UC2\140TBS.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 47 Wednesday, November 25, 2020 3:33 PM Search for the cause and Troubleshooting solution of the issue on the Sony support site. Sony support site provides latest Troubleshooting support information and Frequently Asked Questions. If the speaker system does not work •...
  • Page 48 TV, set [Standby Linked to TV] occurred. Move the control box, to [On]. The TV must support the change the direction of the control Control for HDMI function (page 40). HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 49  If connected to devices other than wireless LAN connection of the TV or device that is playing an image to 2.4 those manufactured by Sony that GHz. support the Control for HDMI function, [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] 3D content from the HDMI IN jack - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Through] does not appear on the TV screen.
  • Page 50 HDMI cable, check system away from the device. the following.  Interference may occur by a wireless – The HDMI jack of the connected TV is LAN connection of a peripheral labeled with “eARC” or “ARC.” device. Change the network HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 51 No sound or only a very low-level  If connected to devices other than sound of the device connected to those manufactured by Sony that the speaker system is heard. support the Control for HDMI function,  Press  (volume) + on the remote...
  • Page 52 If a device that generates Sound Field Optimization failed. electromagnetic radiation is nearby,  Speakers may not be correctly move the device away from this located. Check the installation speaker system. location on the labels on the bottom HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 53 BLUETOOTH device. headphones.  Make sure that [BT TX] appears in the front panel display (page 29).  Bring this speaker system and the BLUETOOTH headphones closer together.  If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 54  Enable the Control for HDMI function system. If they are reconnected on the TV. For details, refer to the properly, the display in the front panel operating instructions of your TV. display returns to the normal display. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 55: Resetting The Speaker System

    The settings return to their initial status. Note By resetting, the link with the speakers and optional subwoofer may be lost. In this case, reconnect the speakers (page 22) and optional subwoofer by referring to its operating instructions. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 56 The power indicator of the speaker flashes in green and orange alternately when resetting is completed. When resetting is completed, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), then connect the AC power cord (mains lead) after the power indicator turns off. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 57: Additional Information

    Woofer: 35 W (at 6 ohms, 100 Hz, 1% content such as 4K movies. THD) HDMI Section POWER OUTPUT (reference) Connector Top speaker: 42 W (at 6 ohms, 1 kHz) Type A (19pin) HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 58 Frequency band microwave oven, static electricity, 5 GHz cordless phone use, reception sensitivity, the operating system, Modulation method software applications, etc. OFDM BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 59 • TV center speaker mode cable (1) • AC adaptor (1) • AC power cord (mains lead) for the speaker (4) • Startup Guide • Operating Instructions (this document) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 60: Supported Input Audio Formats

      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio –   DTS-HD Master Audio –   DTS:X – Note The HDMI IN jack does not support audio formats that contain copy protections, such as Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio. HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)

  • Page 61: On Bluetooth Communication

    Communication performing communication using BLUETOOTH technology. • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for • BLUETOOTH devices should be used damages or other loss resulting from within approximately 10 meters (33 feet) information leaks during communication (unobstructed distance) of each other.

  • Page 62: End User License Agreement

    “applets” IMPORTANT: incorporated into the SOFTWARE) is owned by SONY or one or more of the BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE, PLEASE THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS. READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”) CAREFULLY. BY...
  • Page 63 The software, network services or other the SOFTWARE may be provided by third products other than SOFTWARE upon parties over which SONY has no control. which the SOFTWARE’S performance USE OF THE CONTENT SERVICE REQUIRES depends might be interrupted or AN INTERNET CONNECTION.
  • Page 64 SONY and each of the THIRD-PARTY SONY and each of the THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS shall be collectively referred SUPPLIERS shall be collectively referred to as “SONY”) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR to as “SONY”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL WARRANTIES, DUTIES OR CONDITIONS,...
  • Page 65 AUTOMATIC UPDATE FEATURE EULA shall be governed by the laws of Japan, without regards to conflict of laws From time to time, SONY or the THIRD- provisions. Any dispute arising out of PARTY SUPPLIERS may automatically this EULA shall be subject to the...

  • Page 66: Precautions

    EULA, you may contact nameplate on the bottom of the control SONY by writing to SONY at applicable box. contact address of each area or country. • If you are not going to use the speaker system for a long time, be sure to Copyright ©...
  • Page 67 If you do not want to update automatically, • The speakers of this speaker system are you can disable the function by using Sony not of magnetically shielded type. Do not | Music Center installed on your place magnetic cards on the speaker smartphone or tablet.

  • Page 68: Copyrights And Trademarks

    The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Access® and Wi-Fi Corporation is under license. Other Alliance® are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi trademarks and trade names are those of Alliance.
  • Page 69 This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to any inquiries regarding the content of this source code. “TRILUMINOS” and “TRILUMINOS” logo are a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 70: Index

    Control for HDMI 40 Headphones 29 TV 25 DTS Dialog control 39 eARC 10 Easy Setup 44 Enhanced Audio Return Channel 10 Immersive Audio Enhancement 35 Initial settings 44 Installation 15 Multiplex broadcast sound 38 Night mode 37 PRTCT 54 HT-A9 5-025-229-11(1)
  • Page 71 URL. The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL. https://www.sony.com/am/support ©2021 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Imprimé en Malaisie 5-025-229-11(1)

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