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Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 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.
Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Precautions On safety • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
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Clean the system with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. If you have any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
(System Audio Control) Turning off the TV, system and connected components ...29 (System Power Off) Advanced Settings Controlling the connected Sony components with the remote...30 Changing the input button assignments of the remote ...33 Setting up the subwoofer level...34 Settings and adjustments using the amplifier menu...35...
Getting Started Supplied accessories Please check the following accessories in the package. Optical cable (2.5 m) (1) Remote commander (RM-AAU028) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Operating Instructions (1) Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote.
Installing the system Install the active subwoofer and speakers as shown in the illustration below. When you install the active subwoofer, allow for a space of at least 0.3 m on the active subwoofer’s right side. Speaker (L) Speaker (R) At least 0.3 m Active subwoofer Notes...
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Correct • It is recommended to place the speakers on the edge of a table or rack, etc., to prevent sound reflection. Side view Recommended To install the speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on the wall, prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the rear of each speaker.
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Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker. Take the speaker stand out. Reconnect the speaker cords to the speakers. The connector and color tube of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the jacks to be connected.
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• 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.
Connecting the speakers Insert the speaker connector of the left speaker into the L jack, and insert the speaker connector of the right speaker into the R jack on the rear of the active subwoofer. Rear of the active subwoofer COAX DC 5V 0.7A MAX...
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Reattach the speaker stand by engaging the protrusions on the stand in the holes for either angle 0° or 10°. 0° or 10° Angle: 0° (vertical) Thread the speaker cord though the slit of the stand base to prevent the cord being twisted or pinched.
Connecting components with HDMI jacks We recommend that you connect components to the system using an HDMI cable. With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quality images. However, it is necessary to connect the audio output of the TV to the audio input of the system using an optical cable or an audio cord in order to listen to the TV’s sound from the system.
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• You can enjoy high quality images using an HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. • Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable.
In this case, it is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect the audio cords according to the jacks of your components. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last. * “PlayStation 2” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. A Optical cable (not supplied) B Optical cable (supplied)
Note • The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connect both the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPT and AUDIO jack of the system. Setting up the sound output of the connected component Depending on the audio output settings of the connected component, the sound may output in 2 channel sound format only.
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system by connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last. DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter Notes • Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the system is turned on. •...
Playback Options Index to parts and controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Top panel (Active subwoofer) A ?/1 (on/standby) Press to turn the system on or off. B INPUT SELECTOR Press to select the input source to play back. INPUT SELECTOR VOLUME C VOLUME +/–...
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Front panel display (Active subwoofer) About the indications in the front panel display POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY A POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY indicator Lights as follows: Green: The system is turned on. Amber: Control for HDMI function is working while the system is turned off.
Press one of the buttons to select the component you want to use. The buttons are factory assigned to control Sony components. You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For details, refer to “Changing the input button...
Press TV (white) on the remote. 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 (white) button.
Enjoying other components TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU ANALOG DIGITAL CLEAR ENTER TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME PROG - < < Enjoying satellite tuner Input DMPORT buttons SOUND FIELD SOUND LEVEL FIELD MODE • The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In AMP MENU this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down to the minimum.
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Enjoying a connected component through DMPORT connection Press DMPORT on the remote. Start playback of the connected component. • When listening to MP3 or other compressed music files using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “P. AUDIO”...
Surround Function Enjoying the surround effect Selecting the sound field This system can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from system’s preprogrammed sound fields. TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU ANALOG...
To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function to on for the system and the connected component. When you connect a Sony TV with the Control for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI function for the system and the connected component can be set simultaneously by setting the Control for HDMI function of the TV.
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Select the input of the system connected to the component you want to watch (BD, DVD, SAT), and switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that an image from the connected component is displayed. Set the Control for HDMI function of the TV to on.
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD (One-Touch Play) Play back a connected component. The system and the TV are turned on automatically and switch to the appropriate HDMI input. Note • Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not be output. •...
TV simply by pressing the buttons. or c. • You can control connected Sony components by pressing the input buttons. For details, refer to “Controlling the connected Sony components with the remote” (page 30).
Turning off the TV, system and connected components (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. Also, when you turn the TV off by using the system’s remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically.
Advanced Settings Controlling the connected Sony components with the remote You can control connected Sony components with the remote of this system. Some functions may not be selectable depending on the equipment. In that case, select them using the remote control supplied with the equipment.
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Remote Button Function wd THEATRE Press to automatically set the optimal picture settings for watching movies, when you connect a Sony TV which is compatible with the THEATRE button. Also, the audio is automatically switched to the audio output of this...
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To control the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Remote Button Function 2 F1 Selects the HDD. 3 F2 Selects the Blu-ray Disc/ DVD. 9 MENU/HOME Displays the MENU. q; • Jumps forward. qa ./> Skips chapters. qs m/M To fast reverse or to fast forward the disc when pressed during playback.
Not assigned The default setting of the DVD button. Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the DVD recorders. ** The default setting of the SAT button.
To clear all remote button assignments Press and hold 2 –, , and then press . The remote is reset to its factory settings. Setting up the subwoofer level You can adjust the level of the active subwoofer. This setting is applied to all sound fields. TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1...
Settings and adjustments using the amplifier menu Using the AMP menu You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. The default settings are underlined. AMP MENU CTRL: HDMI HDMI* VOL LIMIT** DUAL MAIN MONO MAIN+SUB SYNC AUDIO DIMMER DISPLAY...
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Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. Adjusting the delay between the sound and the image (A/V SYNC) You can delay the sound using this function when the image is behind the sound. TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY SYSTEM STANDBY DMPORT BD/DVD...
Enjoying Dolby Digital sound at low volume (AUDIO DRC) Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track. Useful for enjoying movies at low volume. AUDIO DRC only applies to Dolby Digital sources. TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY SYSTEM STANDBY DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU...
Changing the display setting (DISPLAY) You can change the display setting. TV ?/1 THEATRE AV ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY SYSTEM STANDBY BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU ANALOG DIGITAL CLEAR ENTER TOOLS/ TOOLS/ DISPLAY OPTIONS OPTIONS MASTER VOL C, X, x, c, RETURN/EXIT MENU/HOME MENU/HOME PROG -...
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If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The power is not turned on.
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Control for HDMI The Control for HDMI function does not work. • Check the HDMI connection (page 13). • Make sure “CTRL: HDMI” is set to “ON” in AMP menu. • Make sure the connected component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.
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Specifications Formats supported by this system Digital input formats supported by this system are as follows. Format Supported/Not supported Dolby Digital Linear PCM (2ch)* Linear PCM (5.1ch, 7.1ch)* (Only on HDMI) Dolby Digital Plus Dolby True HD DTS-HD * Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of no more than 48 kHz.
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(DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)DC OUT: 5 V, 700 mA Supplied accessories Optical cable (2.5 m) (1) Remote commander (RM-AAU028) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Standby power consumption 0.3 W. •...
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Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range...
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Index A/V SYNC 36 AMP menu 35 AUDIO DRC 37 Blu-ray Disc player (recorder) connecting 13 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT connecting 17 DIMMER 37 DISPLAY 38 DUAL MONO 35 DVD player (recorder) connecting 13 HDMI connecting 13 Installing 7 “PlayStation 3” connecting 13 Remote assignments 33...