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LOCATION OF CONTROL
A
Subwoofer
B
Front (Right)
Center
Front (Left)
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INPUT
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3.5 m
3.5 m
3.5 m
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
CENTER
FRONT
Amplifier
E
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R
L
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WOOFER OUT
L
R
L
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
10 m
10 m
(32.8 ft.)
(32.8 ft.)
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Surround (Right)
Surround (Left)
Surround back
Surround back
(Right)
(Left)
E
D
Center
Subwoofer
Front (Left)
Front (Right)
30
30
100
~
120
100
~
120
Foot pads
A
A
A
Surround (Left)
Surround (Right)
Surround back
Surround back
(Left)
(Right)
H
I
POWER
About this manual
Hooking up the system
The SA-VE367T is a 7.1 channel speaker system
Connect the speaker system to the speaker output
consisting of two front speakers, two surround speakers,
terminals of an amplifier.
two surround back speakers, one center speaker, and one
Make sure power to all components (included the
subwoofer. It supports Sony Digital Cinema Sound,
subwoofer) is turned off before starting the hook-up.
Dolby* Pro Logic, and Dolby Digital etc., and is thus
HookupA
geared towards the enjoyment of movies.
Usually, connect by this method.
This configuration is used when the amplifier is
* "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
connected to a DVD player, LD player, VCR or other
Dolby Laboratories.
video devices.
HookupB
Precautions
Try this configuration instead of "Hookup A" when
there are no jacks on the amplifier for a subwoofer.
An optional specified speaker cord (2.5 m × 2)(8.2 ft. × 2)
On safety
is necessary when connecting this way.
• Before operating the system, be sure that the operating
voltage of the system is identical with that of your local
Notes (C)
power supply.
• Make sure the plus (+) and the minus (–) terminals on
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
the speakers are matched to the corresponding plus (+)
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
and minus (–) terminals on the amplifier.
even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Be sure to tighten the screws of the speaker terminals
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet if it is not to be
securely as loose screws may become a source of noise.
used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the
• Make sure all connections are firm. Contact between
cord, pull the cord by grasping the plug. Never pull
bare speaker wires at the speaker terminals may cause
the cord itself.
a short-circuit.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the system,
• For details regarding the connections on the amplifier
unplug the system's power cord and have the system
side, refer to the manual that was provided with your
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
amplifier.
further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified
Tip
service shop.
Black or black striped wires are minus (–) in polarity, and
should be connected to the minus (–) speaker terminals.
On operation
• Do not drive the speaker system with a continuous
wattage exceeding the maximum input power of the
system.
Positioning the speakers
• If the polarity of the speaker connections are not
correct, the bass tones will be weak and the position of
Location of each speaker (D)
the various instruments obscure.
Each speaker should face the listening position. Better
• Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker
surround effect will result if all speakers are set at the
terminals may result in a short-circuit.
same distance from the listening position.
• Before connecting, turn off the amplifier to avoid
Place the front speakers at a suitable distance to the left
damaging the speaker system.
and right of the television.
• The speaker grille cannot be removed. Do not attempt
Place the subwoofer on either side of the television.
to remove the grille on the speaker system. If you try
Place the center speaker on the top-center of the TV set.
to remove it, you may damage the speaker.
The placement of surround speakers greatly depends on
The volume level should not be turned up to
the configuration of the room. The surround speakers
•
the point of distortion.
may be placed slightly behind the listening position.
Place the surround back speakers behind the listening
position. The angle A should be the same.
If you encounter color irregularity on a
Setting the speakers
nearby TV screen
To prevent speaker vibration or movement while
This speaker system is magnetically shielded to allow it
listening, attach the supplied foot pads to the bottom
to be installed near a TV set. However, color
four corners of the center speaker, front speakers,
irregularities may still be observed on certain types of TV
surround speakers and surround back speakers (
sets.
Setting the center speaker (F)
If color irregularity is observed...
Set the center speaker firmly on top of the TV set, making
c Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 15 to
sure it is completely level.
30 minutes.
Setting other speakers (G)
For greater flexibility in the positioning of the speakers,
If color irregularity is observed again...
use the optional WS-FV11 or WS-WV10D speaker stand
c Place the speakers further away from the TV set.
(available only in certain countries).
Tip
If howling occurs
The height of the front speakers should be adjusted to
H
Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the
about the center of the TV screen (
).
amplifier.
On placement
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the speaker on a specially
treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining
or discoloration may result.
On cleaning
Clean the speaker cabinets with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution or water. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
speaker system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
SECTION 1
GENERAL
This section is extracted
from instruction manual.
C
Front (Right)
Center
Front (Left)
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L
L
3.5 m
3.5 m
3.5 m
2.5m (8.2 ft.)
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(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
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Subwoofer
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2.5m (8.2 ft.)
R
R
CENTER
FRONT
SPEAKER
SPEAKER
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Amplifier
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IN
OUT
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SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
10m
(32.8 ft.)
10m
(32.8 ft.)
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Surround (Right)
Surround (Left)
Surround back
Surround back
(Right)
(Left)
F
G
Foot pads
WS-FV11
J
K
+
+
POWER
POWER SAVE
indicator
INPUT
AUTO
POWER
VOLUME
MAX
OFF
MIN
BASS BOOST
MAX
MIN
PHASE
NORMAL
REVERSE
POWER SAVE
AUTO
OFF
Setting the amplifier
Adjusting the subwoofer ( K)
When connecting to an amplifier with internal multi
1
channel decoders (Dolby Digital, DTS**, etc.), you should
Rotate VOLUME to adjust the volume.
use the setup menus for the amplifier to specify the
parameters of your speaker system.
Set the volume level to best suit your
See the table below for the proper settings. For details on
preference according to the program
the setting procedure, refer to the manual that was
source.
provided with your amplifier.
When "Hookup A" is used
2
Select the phase polarity.
(Speaker setup)
Use the PHASE selector to select the phase
For
Set to
polarity.
Front speakers
SMALL
3
Set BASS-BOOST to MIN.
Center speaker
SMALL
Rotate BASS-BOOST according to the
Surround speakers
SMALL
output level that you prefer. Some
Subwoofer
ON (or YES)
material is recorded with strong emphasis
When "Hookup B" is used
on bass sounds, which may be accessive in
(Speaker setup)
some cases. If this happens, rotate BASS-
BOOST towards minimum.
For
Set to
Front speakers
LARGE
Center speaker
SMALL
Notes
Surround speakers
SMALL
• Some amplifier functions for enhancing the sound may
cause distortion in the subwoofer. If such distortion
Subwoofer
OFF (or NO)
occurs, turn off those functions.
• To enjoy high-quality sound, do not turn the
If you use the amplifier with adjustable crossover
subwoofer volume too high.
frequency, it is recommended to select 150 Hz (or close to
• If the sound distorts when you turn on the bass
this figure) as the crossover frequency for your front,
reinforcement from your amplifier (such as DBFB,
center, and surround speakers.
GROOVE, the graphic equalizer, etc.), turn down the
** "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered
bass reinforcement and adjust the level.
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
• Do not turn the LEVEL knob to maximum. Doing so
may weaken the bass sound. Moreover, extraneous
noise may be heard.
Listening to the sound (
)
I
• Selecting NORMAL or REVERSE with the PHASE
selector reverses the polarity and may provide better
bass reproduction in certain listening environments
First, turn down the volume on the amplifier. The
(depending on the type of front speakers, the position
volume should be set to minimum before you begin
of the subwoofer and the adjustment of the BASS-
playing the program source.
BOOST. It may also change the expansion and
1
tightness of sound, and effect the feeling of the sound
Turn on the amplifier and select the
field. Select the setting that provides the sound you
program source.
prefer when listening in your normal listening position.
2
Press POWER on the subwoofer.
Troubleshooting
The POWER indicator on the subwoofer
lights up green.
Should you encounter a problem with your speaker
3
system, check the following list and take the indicated
Play the program source.
measures. If the problem persists, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power turns on and off automatically
— Auto
E
).
(J)
power on/off function
There is no sound from the speaker system.
When the subwoofer is on (i.e, the POWER indicator
• Make sure all the connections have been
lights up green) and there is no signal input for a few
minutes, the POWER indicator changes to red and the
correctly made.
subwoofer enters power saving mode. While in this
• Make sure the volume on the amplifier has
mode a signal is input to the subwoofer, the subwoofer
been turned up properly.
automatically turns on (auto power on/off function).
• Make sure the program source selector on the
To turn this feature off, slide the POWER SAVE switch
amplifier is set to the proper source.
on the rear panel to OFF.
• Check if headphones are connected. If they
Note
are, disconnect them.
If you turn down the volume level of the amplifier too
low, the auto power on/off function may activate,
There is distortion in the subwoofer sound
causing the subwoofer to enter power saving mode.
output.
• Check if any sound-enhancing functions have
been activated on the amplifier. If they have,
turn them off.
There is hum or noise in the speaker output.
• Make sure all the connections have been
correctly made.
• Make sure none of the audio components are
positioned too close to the TV set.
The sound has suddenly stopped.
• Make sure all the connections have been
correctly made. Contact between bare
speaker wires at the speaker terminals may
cause a short-circuit.
2-1. NOTE FOR PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
THIS NOTE IS COMMON FOR PRINTED WIRING
BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS.
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(In addition to this, the necessary note is printed
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in each block.)
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For schematic diagrams.
Note:
• All capacitors are in µF unless otherwise noted. pF: µµF
50 WV or less are not indicated except for electrolytics
and tantalums.
• All resistors are in Ω and
specified.
•
f
: internal component.
WS-WV10D
(for surround
speakers)
• C : panel designation.
Note:
The components identi-
fied by mark 0 or dotted
line with mark 0 are criti-
cal for safety.
Replace only with part
INPUT
number specified.
VOLUME
• A : B+ Line.
BASS BOOST
• B : B– Line.
PHASE
• Voltages are dc with respect to ground under no-signal
(detuned) conditions.
no mark : Power on
• Voltages are taken with a VOM (Input impedance 10 MΩ).
Voltage variations may be noted due to normal produc-
tion tolerances.
• Signal path.
F
: AUDIO
• Abbreviation
CND : Canadian model.
2-2. CIRCUIT BOARDS LOCATION
POWER SWITCH board
3
3
SECTION 2
DIAGRAMS
For printed wiring boards.
Note:
• X : parts extracted from the component side.
• Y : parts extracted from the conductor side.
•
: Pattern from the side which enables seeing.
1
/
W or less unless otherwise
• Abbreviation
4
CND : Canadian model.
Note:
Les composants identifiés par
une marque 0 sont critiques
pour la sécurité.
Ne les remplacer que par une
piéce por tant le numéro
spécifié.
TERMINAL board
MAIN board
CONTROL board
SA-WMS367
POWER AMP board
POWER SUPPLY board
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