Sony SRS-Z100 Operating Instructions

Active Speaker System
SRS-Z100
©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China
A
Front Rear
B
(rear)
to wall outlet
AC power adaptor (supplied)
to DC IN 13 V jack
C
To LINE OUT or to headphones jack
(stereo mini jack)
To R OUT jack
To INPUT2 jack
Connecting cord RK-G136
(optional)
English
4-117-202-31(1)
Before operating the system, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of
the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on
the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
Operating Instructions
apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled
Mode d'emploi with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a
Manual de instrucciones
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the system from the mains,
connect the system to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you
notice an abnormality in the system, disconnect the main plug
from the AC outlet immediately.
The system is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is
connected to the AC outlet, even if the system itself has been
turned off.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can
cause hearing loss.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
PC, etc.
Portable audio device, etc.
Precautions Power Sources
On safety Connect the AC power adaptor to the system.
The dating code and the nameplate are located on the bottom
Note on the AC power adaptor
exterior of the system.
• Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use any
• Before operating the system, be sure that the operating voltage
other AC power adaptor to avoid damaging the speakers.
of the system is identical with that of your local power supply.
Where purchased Operating voltage
All countries/regions 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Use only the supplied AC power adaptor.
On operation
• Plug the AC power adaptor into a nearby AC output. In the
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, have the case of a problem, unplug from the AC outlet immediately.
system checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
• Do not place the AC power adaptor on a bookshelf or in a
further.
confined place such as a cabinet.
• Although this system is magnetically shielded, do not leave
• Do not use the AC power adaptor in a place subject to liquid
recorded tapes, watches, personal credit cards, or floppy disks or moisture to avoid fire or electric shock. Furthermore, do not
with magnetic coding in front of the system for an extended
place liquid-filled vessels, such as a vase, etc., on the AC
period of time.
power adaptor.
On placement
Hooking up the speakers
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not leave the system in a location near heat sources, or in a
(See fig. B)
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain
or mechanical shock.
Connect the speaker to a source device.
On cleaning
When the system is connected to the
Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.
monaural jack of the source device
If the TV picture or monitor display is The sound may not come through the right speaker.
magnetically distorted
To connect to a stereo phone-type
Although this system is magnetically shielded, there may be cases
headphones jack
that the picture on some TV sets/personal computer sets may
Use the optional plug adaptor* PC-234S or optional connecting
become magnetically distorted. In such a case, turn off the power
cord RK-G138.
of the TV set/personal computer set once, and after 15 to 30
minutes turn it on again. For the personal computer set, take the
* The above optional accessories are not provided in some areas.
appropriate measures such as data storage before turning it off.
When there seems to be no improvement, locate the system
further away from the TV set/personal computer set. Furthermore, Listening to the sound
be sure not to place objects in which magnets are attached or used
(See fig. C)
near the TV set/personal computer set, such as audio racks, TV
stands, toys etc. These may cause magnetic distortion to the
First, turn down the volume on this system. When connecting the
picture due to their interaction with the system.
system to the headphones output, turn down the volume of the
source device.
If you have any questions or problems concerning this system that
are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony 1
Press the 1 (power) button to ON.
dealer.
The POWER indicator lights up.
2
Start playing on the source device.
Identifying parts
(See fig. A)
1 1 (power) button 3
Adjust the volume.
2 Power indicator
Set the volume of the source device to a moderate level, and
3 VOLUME control turn the VOLUME control on this system.
4 i (headphones) jack
4
Press the 1 (power) button to OFF after
5 Left speaker
using.
6 Right speaker
The POWER indicator goes off.
7 INPUT 1
Connecting cord with stereo-mini plug
To use the headphones/earphones
8 INPUT 2 jack
Connect them to the i (headphones) jack.
9 R OUT jack
0 DC IN 13V jack
Notes
qa Input cord
• If connecting the speaker to a device with a built-in radio
• If the source device has a bass boost function or equalizer
• If the source device's headphone output has a line switch,
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
Cette garantie ne s'applique qu'aux États-Unis.
Esta garantía sólo es válida en Estados Unidos.
Troubleshooting
Should you have a problem with your speaker system, check the
following list and take the suggested measures. If the problem
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
No sound
• Check that both this system and the source device are turned
on.
• Turn up the volume of the system.
• Turn up the volume of the source device as high as possible to
Polarity of the plug
the extent that sound is not distorted. For details on volume
adjustment, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device.
• Make sure all the connections have been correctly made.
• Check if headphones are connected. If they are, disconnect
them.
Low sound level
• Turn up the volume of the source device as high as possible to
the extent that sound is not distorted. For details on volume
adjustment, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device.
• Turn up the volume of the system.
Distorted sound
• Turn down the volume of the source device to the point where
the sound is no longer distorted. For details on volume
adjustment, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device.
• If the source device has a bass boosts function, set it to off.
• Turn down the volume of the system.
There is hum or noise in the speaker output.
• Make sure all the connections have been correctly made.
• Make sure none of the audio devices are positioned too close
to the TV set.
The brightness of the POWER indicator is
unstable.
The brightness of the POWER indicator may become unstable
when the volume is turned up. This is not malfunction.
Specifications
Speaker section
Speaker system
Enclosure type
Impedance
Rated input power
Maximum input power
Amplifier section
Rated output
Input
Input impedance
Output
General
Power
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Mass
Supplied accessories
or tuner, radio broadcasting cannot be received or
AC power adaptor (1)
sensitivity maybe reduced significantly. Operating Instructions (1)
AC power cord (1)
function, set them to off. If these functions are on, sound
Optional accessories
maybe distorted.
Connecting cord RK-G136, RK-G138
Plug adaptor PC-234S
better sound will be heard if it is set to on. See the
operating instructions of the source device.
The above optional accessories are not provided in some areas.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
57 mm (full range), 21 mm (tweeter),
magnetically shielded
2Way built-in passive radiator
8 Ω
10 W
20 W
10 W + 10 W (10 % T.H.D., 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
Connecting cord with stereo mini plug
(1.5 m) × 1, Stereo mini jack × 1
4.7 kΩ (at 1 kHz)
Stereo mini jack × 1 (PHONES)
DC 13 V (supplied AC power adaptor)
Approx. 84 × 230 × 156 mm
× 9 × 6
(3 3 / 1 / 1 / in)
8 8 4
Approx. 1,020 g (2 lb 4 oz) (left speaker)
Approx. 920 g (2 lb) (right speaker)