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Sound Bar Operating Instructions HT-CT800...
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Disposal of Old WARNING Electrical & Electronic Do not install the appliance in a Equipment confined space, such as a bookcase or (Applicable in the built-in cabinet. European Union and other To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover European the ventilation opening of the appliance countries with...
Table of Contents What’s in the Box ......5 Adjusting the Delay Between the What You Can Do with the Picture and Sound ....30 System ........6 Listening to Music/Sound Guide to Parts and Controls ..8 with the BLUETOOTH® About the Home Menu ....13 Function Setup Listening to Music from a Mobile...
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Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH Indicator (DIMMER) ......48 Saving Power in Standby Mode ........49 Using the Control for HDMI Function ........ 49 Using the “BRAVIA” Sync Function ......... 51 Using the Setup Display ....53 Options Menu List .......
What You Can Do with the System “Listening to the TV” (page 25) “Listening to the Connected AV Device” (page 25) Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable box, or satellite box, etc. Connecting the TV and other devices (refer to “Startup Guide” (separate document) or see “Connecting a TV or Portable Audio Device via the ANALOG IN Jack”...
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“Listening to Music on the Mobile Device with SongPal” (page 38) SongPal has been updated and released as Sony | Music Center. Sony | Music Center is compatible with the system. “Listening to Sound of the Connected TV or Device from Headphones”...
Guide to Parts and Controls Details are omitted from the illustrations. Bar Speaker (Main Unit) Front (power) button BLUETOOTH indicator Turns on the system or sets it to – Flashes quickly in blue: During pairing standby status standby mode.
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Rear LAN(100) port TV IN (OPTICAL) jack ANALOG IN jack HDMI IN 3 jack For the specifications and note on connections, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 75). HDMI IN 2 jack For the specifications and note on connections, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats”...
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Subwoofer Power indicator – Lights in red: The subwoofer is in standby mode – Flashes in green: While attempting link connection – Lights in green: The subwoofer is connected to the system with the Link function (power) button Turns on the subwoofer or sets it to standby mode.
Remote Control VOICE (page 29) NIGHT (page 29) DIMMER (page 48) Color buttons Shortcut keys for selecting items on some menus. MUSIC SERVICE (page 41) BLUETOOTH PAIRING (page 32) OPTIONS** (page 30, 60) Displays the options menu on the TV screen.
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BLUETOOTH RX/TX (BLUETOOTH receiver/transmitter) (page 36) AUDIO* (page 47) * The AUDIO, , and + buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation. **When watching HDR signal and certain 4K format video, the OPTIONS and DISPLAY buttons do not work and the On-Screen Display (OSD) of the system is not displayed.
About the Home Menu You can display the home menu on the TV screen by connecting the system and TV with the HDMI cable (supplied). From the home menu, you can set the various settings by selecting [Setup] or select the input or service that you want to watch from the input list.
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Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. For details about the supported wireless speakers, refer to the following URL. http://sony.net/nasite You can also select the input by pressing INPUT +/– repeatedly. About the Steps Description In these Operating Instructions, the operations are described as steps that are operated on the home menu displayed on the TV screen by using the remote control while the system and TV are connected with the HDMI cable (supplied).
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Example: Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wired Setup] on the home menu. When repeating the operation that selects an item by pressing /// and , the selected items are linked with “-.” Tips • You can use the buttons on the main unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control.
When an HDCP2.2- Compatible HDMI Jack on Setup the TV is Labeled with “ARC” Basic Setup Refer to Startup Guide (separate document). Connecting a 4K TV and 4K Devices All HDMI jacks on the system support 4K video format and HDCP2.2 (High- bandwidth Digital Content Protection System Revision 2.2).
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Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI IN jack on the TV and HDMI OUT jack on the main unit with the HDMI cable (supplied). TV connection is completed. Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI OUT jack of the 4K device and HDMI IN jack of the main unit with the HDMI cable (not supplied).
Setting the HDMI Signal Connecting a TV or Format to Watch 4K Video Portable Audio Device Content via the ANALOG IN Jack To watch 4K video content, select the appropriate setting for the connected To connect following devices to the 4K TV and 4K device.
Note Connecting to a Wired The server needs to be connected to the same network as that of the system. Network We recommend that you use a shielded Prepare the network by connecting the straight interface cable (not supplied). system and PC to your home network with a LAN cable.
Connecting by Using a Connecting to a Wireless Fixed IP Address Network Press HOME. Prepare the network by connecting the The home menu appears on the TV system and PC to your wireless LAN screen. router. Select [Setup] from the home Note menu.
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For details, follow the Press HOME. instruction of the app or refer to the The home menu appears on the TV following URL. screen. http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/ Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen.
• Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay special attention to safety during the Prepare screws (not supplied) that installation.
Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE Fasten the screws into the mark. (supplied) on a wall. Center of the TV 3.5 mm to 4.5 mm Adhesive tape, WALL MOUNT Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE. etc. TEMPLATE Align TV CENTER LINE () of Hang the wall mounting bracket WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE with the on the screws.
Note Attaching the Foot When attaching the Feet, the remote control of the TV may not work depending You can install the main unit more close on the TV because the height of the main unit is changed by the Feet. to your TV by attaching the Feet (supplied) to the main unit depending on the TV.
Listening to the Listening to the Sound Connected AV Device Listening to the TV Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV Press HOME. screen. The home menu appears on the TV Select the input that the desired screen. device is connected on the home Select [TV] on the home menu.
Select the input name. Listening to Music on a You can select the input name from the following. USB Device • [BD Player] • [DVD Player] You can play music files stored on a • [Cable Box] connected USB device. •...
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Note Do not remove the USB device during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB device, turn the system off before connecting or removing the USB device. You can perform various operations from the options menu (page 60).
Sound field Explanation [Sports] Commentary is clear, Selecting the Sound Effect cheers are heard as surround sound, and sounds are realistic. Setting the Sound Effect [Game Sound effects are that is Tailored to Sound Studio] optimized for game play. Sources (SOUND FIELD) Sound effects are [Standard] optimized for the...
Enjoying Clear Sound Making Dialogues with Low Volume at Clearer (VOICE) Midnight (NIGHT) Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialogue. VOICE NIGHT Press VOICE. The voice mode appears on the TV screen. Press the button repeatedly to Press NIGHT.
Adjusting the Volume of Adjusting the Delay the Subwoofer Between the Picture and Sound The subwoofer is designed for playback of bass or low frequency sound. When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.
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When Watching Another Device Press OPTIONS. The options menu appears on the TV screen. Select [A/V SYNC]. Adjust the delay using /, then press You can adjust from 0 msec to 300 msec in 25 msec increments.
BLUETOOTH function, you can operate by simply using the supplied remote control without turning the TV Turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select “HT-CT800” after INPUT +/– searching for it on the mobile device. If a Passkey is requested, enter “0000.”...
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Listening to Music from the Paired Mobile Device When the connection is not established, select “HT-CT800” on the mobile device. Turn the BLUETOOTH function of Connecting to a Mobile the mobile device to on. Device by One-Touch Press INPUT +/–...
Adjust the volume. Compatible devices • Adjust the volume by pressing Smartphones, tablets, and music players with the NFC function built-in +/– on the remote control. (OS: Android™ 2.3.3 or later, excluding • Adjust the subwoofer volume by Android 3.x) pressing SW ...
Return to the home menu and Listening to Sound of the select the desired input. Connected TV or Device The image of the selected input appears on the TV screen, “BT TX” from Headphones appears in the front panel display, then the sound is output from the headphones.
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Listening to Sound with About the Connection of the Paired Headphones Headphones • You may not be able to adjust the Press HOME. volume level depending on the The home menu appears on the TV BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones. screen. • [Bluetooth Audio] is disabled when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Off] or Select the desired input.
Listening to Music on a PC Listening to Music/Sound Using the Network Function Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network Wireless LAN router You can play music files stored on your PC via your home network. Press HOME. Music files can be played by operating on the menu that is displayed on the TV The home menu appears on the TV...
Using SongPal Mobile Device with SongPal What You can Do with SongPal SongPal is an application for controlling compatible Sony audio devices using Wireless LAN router the mobile device such as a smartphone Smartphone or or tablet. tablet For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL.
Enjoying music on the USB device Using Chromecast built- You can play music on a device connected to the (USB) port on the main unit. Note Chromecast built-in allows you to select music content from the Chromecast- What you can control with SongPal varies enabled app and play back on the depending on the connected device.
Select and play music on the Using Spotify Chromecast-enabled app. The music is played on the system. You can select the music on the Spotify Note app and play it on the system. To play on the system, you need the Spotify Depending on the country and region, Premium account.
Resuming the Music that has Using the MUSIC SERVICE Played on the Mobile Device Button Press MUSIC SERVICE. To enjoy music services, the system When you have played the music of must be connected to the Internet. Spotify on the system, the music that was played with Spotify is MUSIC SERVICE resumed.
The You can add wireless speakers sound of the system is delayed behind manufactured by Sony (not supplied) as the picture to synchronize with the sound the surround speakers of the system. of other speakers. If you are bothered by...
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Notes Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. • When using the wireless surround function, the wireless LAN function is not available. Connect to the network with a You can display the setting display for the wired LAN. wireless surround function by selecting •...
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To cancel the wireless surround function Select [Setup] - [Wireless Surround Settings] - [Stop Wireless Surround] on the home menu.
[Surround L] : Sets the left surround speaker distance. Using the Various Functions/ [Surround R] : Sets the right surround speaker distance. Settings This item does not appear when using the wireless surround function. Customizing the This item appears when using the wireless surround function.
Press LINK on the rear of the Performing the Wireless subwoofer. Connection of the The power indicator of the subwoofer flashes in green. Subwoofer (LINK) Proceed to the next step within 1 minute. Perform the wireless connection of the Select [Start]. subwoofer again.
Playing Compressed Enjoying Multiplex Audio Files or CDs in Broadcast Sound (AUDIO) Natural Sound Quality You can enjoy multiplex broadcast (DSEE) sound when the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. This function enhances the sound quality of compressed audio files or CDs by restoring high-range sound removed in the compression process.
Deactivating Buttons on Changing the Brightness the Main Unit of the Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH You can deactivate buttons on the main Indicator (DIMMER) unit for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief (Child lock function). You can change the brightness of the front panel display and BLUETOOTH indicator.
• HDMI Standby Through power saving setting Note These functions may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. * Control for HDMI is a standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for allowing HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) devices to control each other.
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completed, “DONE” appears in the front be available. For details, refer to the panel display. operating instructions of your TV. System Power Off Function Audio Return Channel When you turn off the TV, the system If the system is connected to a TV’s will turn off automatically.
TV as “Player.” • Some operations may not be available Note with some TVs. These functions are proprietary functions of Sony. This function cannot operate with products other than those manufactured HDMI Standby Through by Sony. Power Saving Setting...
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Echo Canceling Function Echo is reduced when you use Social Viewing function such as Skype while watching TV programs. This function can be used if the TV supports Social Viewing function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Notes •...
Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. The default settings are underlined. Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. Select the setting item.
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For information about update functions, the matching color setting. visit the following website: [RGB]: Select this when connecting to a http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support device with an HDCP compliant DVI jack. Notes [Video Direct] • An Internet environment is necessary to You can disable the On-Screen Display perform updates via Internet.
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[On]: The system reproduces the dolby using BLUETOOTH-compatible sound track with the kind of dynamic headphones. range that the recording engineer [Receiver]: This system is in receiver intended. mode, which enables it to receive and [Off]: No compression of dynamic output audio from the BLUETOOTH range.
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Notes [Wireless Surround • You can enjoy high-quality sound if AAC Settings] is enabled and your device supports AAC. • When connecting BLUETOOTH- This setting is for using wireless compatible headphones, this setting speakers (not supplied) as the surround cannot be changed. speakers of the system.
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(page 54). when the system is not turned on. If [Off]: Off you connect a TV other than those manufactured by Sony, we [Auto Update Settings] recommend that you select this • [Auto Update] setting. [On]: Software update is automatically ]: Signals are not output from the executed between 2 a.m.
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For further details, visit the following when selecting a function by pressing website and check the FAQ: INPUT +/–. http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support [Do not skip] : The system does not skip the selected input. [Network Connection Status]...
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[Initialise Personal Information] You can erase your personal information stored on the system. Note If you dispose, transfer or resell this system, please delete all Personal Information for security purposes. Please take appropriate measures such as logging out after using a network service.
Options Menu List Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Item Explanation [A/V SYNC] Adjusts the time gap between picture and sound. Sound output can be delayed (page 30). [Sound Field] Changes the sound field setting (page 28).
TV is turned off. repairs. Should any problem persist, Check the setting of [System Settings] consult your nearest Sony dealer. - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Linked to Be sure to bring both your main unit and TV] (page 56). To turn the system off...
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Protection) compliant. In this case, If connected to devices other than check the specifications of the those manufactured by Sony that connected device. support the Control for HDMI function, set [System Settings] - 3D content from the HDMI IN 1/2/3 [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Through] jack do not appear on the TV screen.
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TV is set to on. If connected to devices other than – On the system, [Control for HDMI] is those manufactured by Sony that set to [On] and [TV Audio Input support the Control for HDMI Mode] to [Auto] (page 56).
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Set [System Settings] - [HDMI (power) of the subwoofer to turn off Settings] - [HDMI Signal Format] to the power and check whether the [Standard format] (page 18). ventilation holes of the subwoofer is blocked or not. The surround effect cannot be ...
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If the USB device is connected via a Sound of the connected USB hub, disconnect it and connect BLUETOOTH mobile device is not the USB device directly to the system. output from the system. Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator of the main unit is lit Mobile Device Connection (page 33).
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Pairing cannot be achieved. Wired LAN Connection Bring this system and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. The system cannot connect to the Make sure this system is not receiving network. interference from a wireless LAN Check the network connection device, other 2.4 GHz wireless (page 19) and the network settings devices, or a microwave oven.
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The wireless LAN connection may be Check the surround speakers unstable depending on the usage connection on [Wireless Surround environment, especially while using Settings] - [Surround Speaker the BLUETOOTH function of the Connection Check]. Adjust the volume level of the system.
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Enable the Control for HDMI function panel display and press (enter) then / until “OFF” appears on the on the devices connected to the front panel display.) The sound of the system. For details, refer to the system is synchronized with the operating instructions of your device.
Sensors of the TV do not work properly. Resetting the System The main unit may block some sensors (such as the brightness If the system still does not operate sensor), the remote control receiver properly, reset the system as follows. of your TV or the emitter for 3D glasses (infrared transmission) of a 3D Press HOME.
Maximum number of devices to be registered 9 devices Additional Information Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4 GHz - 2.4835 GHz) Specifications Modulation method FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum) Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution Bar Speaker (SA-CT800) Profile) AVRCP 1.5 (Audio Video Remote Amplifier section...
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Design and specifications are subject to 1,030 mm × 120 mm × 68.5 mm (with wall mounting brackets) change without notice. 1,030 mm × 62 mm × 126 mm (with feet) *Not including projection portion Mass (approx.) 2.8 kg Compatible iPhone/iPod models The compatible iPhone/iPod models are as follows.
Power Consumption by the Setting Value for Each Standby Mode Standby mode Default setting Setting value [Bluetooth Standby] [On] [Off] [On]/[Off] [On]/[Off] (page 55) [Remote Start] [Off] [Off] [On] [On]/[Off] (page 58) [Quick Start/Network [Off] [Off] [Off] [On] Standby] (page 57) Power consumption Less than 2 W Less than 0.5 W...
– up to folders in the 9th layer (including the root folder) Playable Types of Audio – up to 500 files/folders in a single layer Files • The system can recognize the following files or folders stored in the home network server: –...
Supported Input Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format Function “HDMI1” “TV” “HDMI2” (DIGITAL IN) “HDMI3” LPCM 2ch LPCM 5.1ch – LPCM 7.1ch – Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus –...
Use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet that supports 18Gbps. Use a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet or Sony High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet with the Cable Type Logo. Notes on HDMI Jack and HDMI Connections •...
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• This system supports “TRILUMINOS.” • All HDMI IN and HDMI OUT jacks support bandwidth up to 18Gbps, HDCP 2.2 BT.2020 wide color spaces , and HDR (High Dynamic Range) contents pass- through. HDCP 2.2 is newly enhanced copyright protection technology that is used to protect content such as 4K movies.
BLUETOOTH technology. • BLUETOOTH devices should be used • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for within approximately 10 meters (33 feet) damages or other loss resulting from (unobstructed distance) of each other.
IMPORTANT: “applets” incorporated into the SOFTWARE) is owned by SONY or one or BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE, PLEASE more of the THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS. READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”) CAREFULLY. BY...
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SOFTWARE may depends might be interrupted or be provided by third parties over which discontinued at the discretion of the SONY has no control. USE OF THE suppliers (software suppliers, service CONTENT SERVICE REQUIRES AN suppliers, or SONY). SONY and such INTERNET CONNECTION.
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SONY and each of the THIRD-PARTY to as “SONY”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL SUPPLIERS shall be collectively referred WARRANTIES, DUTIES OR CONDITIONS, to as “SONY”) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED...
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The United Nations Convention on AUTOMATIC UPDATE FEATURE Contracts for the International Sale of From time to time, SONY or the THIRD- Goods shall not apply to this EULA. This PARTY SUPPLIERS may automatically EULA shall be governed by the laws of...
ANY OF THE TERMS OF THIS EULA AT ITS SOLE DISCRETION BY POSTING NOTICE On safety ON A SONY DESIGNATED WEB SITE, BY • Should any solid object or liquid fall into EMAIL NOTIFICATION TO AN EMAIL the system, unplug the system and have...
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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.
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Web. To download, please access the following: URL: http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to any inquiries regarding the content of this source code. “DSEE” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA...