• Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed 4 mm contractor and pay special attention to safety during the installation.
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Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (supplied) on a wall. Center of the TV Adhesive tape, etc. WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE 1 Align TV CENTER LINE () of WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE with the center line of your TV. 2 Align TV BOTTOM LINE () of WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE with the bottom of your TV, then stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE on a wall by using a commercially available adhesive tape,...
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Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE. Hang the bar speaker on the screws. Align the holes on the rear of the bar speaker with the screws, then hang the bar speaker on the two screws. Note When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE, smooth it out fully. Mounting the Surround Speakers on a Wall Prepare a screw (not supplied) for each...
Parts and Controls What’s in the Box • Bar speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Surround speaker (2) • Remote control (1)/ R03 (size AAA) battery (2) • AC power cord (mains lead) (1) (the shape of the plug differs depending on countries/regions) •...
Guide to Parts and Controls Details are omitted from the illustrations. Subwoofer Front (power) button Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode. (input select) button BLUETOOTH button +/– (volume) buttons BLUETOOTH indicator —...
Rear ANALOG IN jack HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack Connect a TV that has an HDMI input jack with an HDMI cable. The system is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC). ARC is the function that sends TV sound to an AV device such as the system from the TV’s HDMI jack.
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INPUT Selects the input source. Each time you press INPUT, the input source changes cyclically as follows. [TV] [ANALOG] [BT] [USB] AUTO SOUND Selects AUTO SOUND for the sound mode. CINEMA Selects CINEMA for the sound mode. ...
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Listening to Music/Sound Listening to a TV You can listen to TV sound on the system. When Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Cable (ARC) or Optical Digital Cable INPUT +/– SW +/– Press INPUT repeatedly to select [TV] in the front panel display.
Listening to Music on a USB Device You can play music files stored on a connected USB device. Notes • To view the USB content list on the TV screen, make sure you connect the system to the TV using an HDMI cable. •...
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To select the play mode You can select the play mode for USB playback, such as repeat play or random play, from the menu. Press MENU. The menu item appears in the front panel display. Select [USB] – [REPEAT] by using //ENTER. Select the play mode by using //ENTER.
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Pair the system and mobile device by selecting “HT-S20R” from the list on the screen of the mobile device. If a passkey is requested, enter “0000.” Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the subwoofer lights in blue.
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Notes • You can pair up to 10 BLUETOOTH devices. If an 11th BLUETOOTH device is paired, the oldest connected device will be replaced by the new one. • Perform pairing for the second and subsequent mobile devices. • When the input source does not contain much bass sound, such as in TV programs, the bass sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to hear.
The selected sound mode appears in the front panel display. Front panel Explanation display [AUTO SOUND] You can enjoy the sound with Sony-recommended sound mode. The sound mode is automatically optimized according to playback content and function. Sound effects are optimized [STANDARD] for the individual source.
Enjoying Clear Sound with Low Volume at Midnight (NIGHT) You can compress sound in accordance with the information contained in the content by setting the night mode to on. Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialog.
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For information about the software updates, visit the following website: • For the customers in Europe https://www.sony.eu/support • For the customers in Australia or New Zealand https://www.sony-asia.com/support Note You can update the software of the system by pressing and holding ...
TV and other device connected to the TV. If you enable the Control for HDMI function when using a TV manufactured by Sony, the Control for HDMI function of the system is also enabled automatically. System Power Off Function When you turn off the TV, the system will turn off automatically.
Notes on HDMI Connections • Use an HDMI-authorized cable. • Use a Sony High Speed HDMI cable with the Cable Type Logo. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. • Check the setup of the connected device if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of the device connected via the HDMI cable.
All the settings of the system return to their initial status. For details, see “Resetting the System.” Should any problems persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The system does not power up. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
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Sound No TV sound is output from the system. • Check the type and connection of an HDMI cable or optical digital cable that is connected to the system and the TV (refer to the supplied Startup Guide). • Disconnect the cables that are connected between the TV and the system, then connect them firmly again.
USB Device Connection The USB device is not recognized. • Try the following: Turn the system off. Remove and reconnect the USB device. Turn the system on. • Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the (USB) port.
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Others The Control for HDMI function does not work properly. • Check the connection with the system (refer to the supplied Startup Guide). • Enable the Control for HDMI function on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
Specifications Subwoofer (SA-WS20R) Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 45 W + 45 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R/Surround L/Surround R/Center: 67 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Subwoofer: 65 W (at 4 ohms, 100 Hz) Inputs TV IN (OPTICAL)
BLUETOOTH technology. • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.
Licensing Administrator, Inc. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation. EU and UK Importer: Sony Europe B.V. Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe B.V., Da...
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battery contains more than 0.004% lead. By ensuring that these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help to prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
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Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged. When lifting it, hold the bottom of the subwoofer. If you have any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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