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  • Page 1 Sound Bar HT-ST9...
  • Page 2 EU directives. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to...
  • Page 3 Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of Equipment (Applicable in the electrical and electronic equipment. European Union and other European For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the countries with separate collection battery from the product safely.

  • Page 4: About These Operating Instructions

    About These Operating Instructions  The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote control. You can also use the controls on the Bar Speaker if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control. ...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Network Functions Table of contents Connecting to a Wired Network ...........15 Connecting to a Wireless Network ........16 Playing Music/Photo Files on a Home Network ....16 Displaying the Screen of the Mobile Device on a TV (Screen mirroring) ................18 Enjoying Various Online Services (Music Services) ....18 ...
  • Page 6 Additional Information Precautions ................39 Troubleshooting ..............42 Guide to Parts and Controls ..........47 Playable Types of Files ............50 Supported Audio Formats ........... 51 Specifications ............... 51 On BLUETOOTH Communication .........54 Index ..................55 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT .......... 57...

  • Page 7: Listening/Viewing

    [Home Network] “H.Net” Listening/Viewing Content stored on a server [Music Services] “M.Serv” Content of music services offered on the Internet Listening to Sound from a TV, Blu-ray Disc™ Player, Cable/Satellite Box, etc. You can also press PAIRING and MIRRORING on the remote control to select [Bluetooth Audio] and [Screen mirroring] respectively.

  • Page 8: Playing Music/Photo From A Usb Device

    Playing Music/Photo from a USB Device Listening to Music from a BLUETOOTH Device You can play music/photo files stored on a connected USB device. Refer to “BLUETOOTH Functions” (page 11). For playable types of files, see “Playable Types of Files” (page 50). Connect the USB device to the (USB) port.

  • Page 9: Sound Adjustment

    Sound effects allow you to enjoy live music concerts filled with great  If the stereo audio signal input is detected, Sony’s proprietary up-mixer excitement created by Sony’s unique Audio DSP technology. gets activated depending on the selected sound field.

  • Page 10: Using The Dsee Hx Function (Reproducing Audio Codec Files With Natural Sound Quality)

    Using the Night Mode Function Using the DSEE HX Function (Reproducing Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and Audio Codec Files with Natural Sound clarity of dialogue. Quality) Press NIGHT repeatedly.  [On]: Activates the night mode function. DSEE HX upscales existing sound sources to near hi-resolution ...

  • Page 11: Bluetooth Functions

    Make sure that the indicator (blue) of the Bar Speaker is lit. (This indicates that a connection has been established.) Indicator (blue) If a connection has not been established, select “HT-ST9” on the BLUETOOTH device. To pair the system with the device Start audio playback with the music app on the connected BLUETOOTH device.
  • Page 12 Touch the N mark of the Bar Speaker with the BLUETOOTH Connecting to a BLUETOOTH Device by One-touch device. Function (NFC) Make sure that the indicator (blue) of the Bar Speaker lights up. (This indicates that a connection has been established.) By holding an NFC-compatible BLUETOOTH device near to the N mark on the Bar Speaker, the system and BLUETOOTH device will Start playback of an audio source on the BLUETOOTH device.

  • Page 13: Listening To Sound By Transmitting To A Bluetooth-Compatible Receiver

    Notes Listening to Sound by Transmitting to a  You can register up to 9 BLUETOOTH receivers. If a 10th BLUETOOTH receiver is registered, the least recently connected BLUETOOTH receiver BLUETOOTH-compatible Receiver will be replaced by the new one.  The system can display up to 15 detected BLUETOOTH receivers in the You can listen to sound of the source playing via this system by using [Device List].
  • Page 14 To delete a registered BLUETOOTH receiver from the device list Follow steps 1 to 6 of “Listening to Sound by Transmitting to a BLUETOOTH-compatible Receiver.” Select the device, and then press OPTIONS. Select [Remove], and then press Follow the on-screen instructions to delete the desired BLUETOOTH device from the device list.

  • Page 15: Network Functions

    We recommend that you use a shielded straight interface cable (LAN Network Functions cable). Setting up a Wired Network Connection Connecting to a Wired Network You can set up a wired network connection by the following procedure. Connecting the System to the Network Using a LAN Press HOME.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    If selecting the network name (SSID) you want Connecting to a Wireless Network Select the network name (SSID) you want in step 5, enter the security key (or passphrase) using the software keyboard, and then select [Enter] to confirm the security key. The system starts connecting to the network.
  • Page 17 Playing Files Stored on a Server via the System Playing Remote Files by Operating the System (Player) (Renderer) via a Home Network Controller You can operate the system with a home network controller- Server compatible device (a mobile phone app, etc), when playing files stored on a server.

  • Page 18: Displaying The Screen Of The Mobile Device On A Tv (Screen Mirroring)

    Displaying the Screen of the Mobile Device Enjoying Various Online Services (Music on a TV (Screen mirroring) Services) [Screen mirroring] is a function to display the screen of a mobile You can listen to music services offered on the Internet with this device on the TV by Miracast technology.
  • Page 19 Registering a New Music Service You can enjoy listening to content from a variety of music services offered on the Internet. To check the registration code You may be required to enter the registration code of the system when you use a new music service. Select [Music Services] from the home menu.

  • Page 20: Connecting 4K Tv

    When the TV’s HDMI jack is labeled with ARC* and compatible with HDCP 2.2 Viewing Copyright-protected 4K Content Connecting a 4K TV To view copyright-protected 4K content and listen to sound from the Bar Speaker, connect the Bar Speaker and the TV via an HDCP 2.2- compatible HDMI jack.

  • Page 21: Connecting 4K Devices

    When the TV’s HDMI jack is labeled with ARC and Connecting 4K Devices not compatible with HDCP 2.2 Connect a 4K device to the HDMI IN 1 jack of the Bar Speaker. If your TV’s HDMI jack is labeled with ARC and not compatible with For details on whether the device is HDCP 2.2-compatible, refer to HDCP 2.2, connect the system to your TV’s HDMI jack that is the operating instructions supplied with the device.

  • Page 22: Settings And Adjustments

    [Screen Settings] (page 23)  For information about update functions, visit the following website: Makes the screen settings according to the type of TV. www.sony.eu/support  Set [Auto Update] to [On] when you want to perform software updates [Audio Settings] (page 24) automatically (page 26).
  • Page 23 Note * If the color system of the playback content is NTSC, the video signals If your device manufactured by Sony is not detected when [Auto1] is resolution can be converted to [480i] and [480p] only. selected, the setting will have the same effect as [Auto2] setting.
  • Page 24 [On]: Attenuates the input level. The output level will decrease at this  [Video Direct] setting. You can disable the On-Screen Display (OSD) of the Bar Speaker [Off]: Normal input level. when [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3] input is selected. This function is useful when playing a game, you can fully enjoy the ...
  • Page 25  [Device List]  [Wireless Playback Quality] Displays a list of paired and detected BLUETOOTH devices (SNK You can set the transmission data rate of LDAC playback. This device) when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter]. function is only available when you set [Bluetooth Mode] to [Transmitter] and [Bluetooth Codec - LDAC] to [On].
  • Page 26  [HDMI Settings]  [Auto Standby] [Control for HDMI] [On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function. When you do not [On]: Turns on the [Control for HDMI] function. You can operate operate the system for about 20 minutes, the system enters standby mutually between device that are connected with an HDMI cable.
  • Page 27 For further details, visit the following website and check the FAQ: [On]: Allows you to turn on the system by a device linked via a www.sony.eu/support network when the system is in standby mode. [Off]: The system cannot be turned on by a device linked via a ...

  • Page 28: Using The Options Menu

    [Easy Setup] Using the Options Menu Run [Easy Setup] to make the basic initial settings and the basic Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing network settings for the system. Follow the on-screen instructions. OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. [Easy Network Settings] Common options [A/V SYNC]...
  • Page 29 [Photo] only Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and [Slideshow] Sound (A/V SYNC) Starts a slideshow. When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you [Slideshow Speed] Changes the slideshow speed. can adjust the delay between the picture and sound for the following inputs.

  • Page 30: Other Functions

    Connect the system and the Android device by the SongPal is a dedicated app for operating SongPal-compatible audio BLUETOOTH connection (page 11) or network connection devices manufactured by Sony using an smartphone or tablet. (page 15). Search for SongPal on Google Play or the App Store and download using your smartphone or tablet.

  • Page 31: Using Google Cast

    Operation is simplified with the features below by connecting via an Refer to the following for details of SongPal HDMI cable products manufactured by Sony that are compatible http://www.sony.net/nasite with the Control for HDMI function.
  • Page 32  The control for HDMI sync function is a proprietary function of Sony. This The volume of the system will be adjusted when you adjust the function cannot operate with devices other than those manufactured by volume using the TV’s remote control.

  • Page 33: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (Dual Mono)

    Your TV must be connected to Internet to use the Home Theatre Control function. Mono)  The Home Theatre Control function is a proprietary function of Sony. This function cannot operate with devices other than those You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives manufactured by Sony.

  • Page 34: Changing The Brightness

    Changing the brightness Enabling the IR Repeater Function (when you cannot control the TV) You can change the brightness of the front panel display and blue LED indicator. When the Bar Speaker obstructs the remote control sensor of the TV, Press DIMMER repeatedly.

  • Page 35: Further Setting For The Wireless System (Subwoofer)

    Press HOME. Further Setting for the Wireless System The home menu appears on the TV screen. (Subwoofer) Select [Setup] - [System Settings] from the home menu. Select [IR-Repeater]. On/standby indicator Select [On]. Press HOME. The menu goes off. Note On some TVs, this function may not work correctly. In this case, place the SECURE LINK Bar Speaker slightly further away from the TV.
  • Page 36 Activating Wireless Transmission Between Specific Selecting the Frequency Band Devices [RF Band] [Secure Link] You can select the frequency band. You can specify the wireless connection to link the system to the Select [Wireless Sound Connection] in [System Settings] subwoofer using the Secure Link function. This function can help prevent interference if you use multiple (page 35).

  • Page 37: Modifying The Angle Of The Bar Speaker

     Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and Attach the stands to both sides of the bottom of the Bar Speaker pay special attention to safety during the installation. using the supplied screws.

  • Page 38: Attaching The Grille Frame

    Fasten the screws to two studs in the wall. Attaching the Grille Frame The screws should protrude by 11 mm to 12 mm. Attach the grille frame in parallel with the front panel. 939 mm 11 mm to 12 mm Note We recommend that you use the system without attaching the grille frame if you will be listening to High-Resolution Audio.

  • Page 39: Additional Information

    If you have any question or problem concerning your system, please  Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat consult your nearest Sony dealer. buildup and prolong the life of the system.  Do not place the system near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
  • Page 40 “x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. ® The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is “PlayStation ” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment ®...
  • Page 41 All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. LDAC™ and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. LDAC is an audio coding technology developed by Sony that enables the transmission of High-Resolution (Hi-Res) Audio content, even over a Bluetooth connection. Unlike other Bluetooth compatible coding...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

     Use an HDMI cable (High Speed type). repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Be sure to bring both your Bar Speaker and subwoofer, even if it No image is output from the TV when the system is in standby seems as though only one has a problem, when you request to repair.
  • Page 43  Increase the volume on the TV or cancel muting.  The subwoofer is for reproducing bass sound. In the case of input  When a TV compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC) sources that contain very little bass sound components (i.e., a TV technology is connected with an HDMI cable, make sure the cable broadcast), the sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to is connected to the HDMI input (ARC) terminal of the TV (refer to...
  • Page 44 Network connection System status Indicator (blue) status The system has established a The system cannot connect to the network. connection with a BLUETOOTH device  Check the network connection (page 15) and the network settings The system is in BLUETOOTH standby Unlit (page 27).

  • Page 45: Wireless Sound Troubleshooting

     Check the HDMI connection (refer to the supplied Startup Guide).  Consult your nearest Sony dealer.  Set up the Control for HDMI function on the TV. Refer to the  The on/standby indicator on the subwoofer flashes in red.
  • Page 46  The type and number of devices that can be controlled by the Reset “BRAVIA” Sync feature is restricted by HDMI CEC standard as follows: If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as  Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): follows: up to 3 devices ...

  • Page 47: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Front Guide to Parts and Controls   (on/standby) button  INPUT button  PAIRING button Bar Speaker  VOLUME +/– buttons  Indicator  Flashes quickly (blue): BLUETOOTH pairing in progress.  Flashes (blue): Attempting to connect with a BLUETOOTH device.
  • Page 48 Subwoofer Remote Control  On/standby indicator  Lit (red): Power is off.  Lit (green): Power is on.  Lit (orange): SECURE LINK connection is established.   (on/standby) button AUDIO,  and  + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as ...
  • Page 49  INPUT (page 7)   (muting) Turns off the sound temporarily. Selects the device you want to use.  (volume) +/– DISPLAY Displays playback and web browsing information on the TV Adjusts the volume. screen. SW  (subwoofer volume) +/ ...

  • Page 50: Playable Types Of Files

    Notes Playable Types of Files  Some files may not play depending on the file format, the file encoding, the recording condition, or the home network server condition. Music  Some files edited on a PC may not play.  Fast forward or fast reverse may not be available with some files.

  • Page 51: Supported Audio Formats

    Supported Audio Formats Specifications Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Bar Speaker (SA-ST9) Format Function “HDMI1” “TV” Amplifier section “HDMI2” (DIGITAL IN) POWER OUTPUT (rated) “HDMI3” Front L + Front R: 50 W + 50 W  ...
  • Page 52 Wireless LAN section Front L/Front R speaker blocks Standards Compliance Speaker system IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n 2-way coaxial speaker system, Acoustic suspension Frequency band Speaker 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Woofer: 65 mm cone type, Magnetic fluid speaker Tweeter: 18 mm soft dome type BLUETOOTH section Center speaker block Communication system...
  • Page 53 Compatible iPod/iPhone models Video formats supported by the system The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update your iPod/ Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) iPhone with the latest software before using with the system. BLUETOOTH technology works with: Over-Under Format Frame Side-by- iPhone 6 Plus/iPhone 6/iPhone 5s/iPhone 5c/iPhone 5/iPhone 4s/ (Top-and-...

  • Page 54: On Bluetooth Communication

    BLUETOOTH technology.  Sony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.

  • Page 55: Index

    Index Numerics 24p Output 23 Device List 25 Network 15 4K Output 23 Device Name 26 Network Connection Diagnostics 27 Dimmer 34 Network Connection Status 27 DSEE HX 10, 24 Network content 24p Output 23 A/V SYNC 29 Network Settings 27 Attenuation settings - Analog 24 NFC 12 Audio DRC 24...
  • Page 56 SBM 24 Screen mirroring 18 Screen mirroring RF Setting 27 Screen Settings 23 Secure Link 36 Slideshow 29 Software License Information 27 Software Update 22 Software Update Notification 26 SongPal 30 Sound field 9, 28 Standby Through 26 Subwoofer 35, 45 System Information 27 System Settings 25 Time Zone 26...

  • Page 57: End User License Agreement

    GRANT OF LICENSE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT SONY grants you a limited license to use the SOFTWARE solely in connection with your compatible device (“DEVICE”) and only for your individual, non-commercial use. SONY and the THIRD-PARTY IMPORTANT: SUPPLIERS expressly reserve all rights, title and interest (including,...
  • Page 58 SOFTWARE may EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY ON SOFTWARE be provided by third parties over which SONY has no control. USE OF You acknowledge and agree that use of the SOFTWARE is at your THE CONTENT SERVICE REQUIRES AN INTERNET CONNECTION. THE sole risk and that you are responsible for use of the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 59 SONY with respect to the SOFTWARE. The failure LIMITATION OF LIABILITY of SONY to exercise or enforce any right or provision of this EULA SONY AND EACH OF THE THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS (for purposes of shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. If any part of...
  • Page 60 TERMINATION Without prejudice to any of its other rights, SONY may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with any of its terms. In case of such termination, you must cease all use, and destroy any copies, of the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 64 The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL. www.sony.eu/support ©2015 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia 4-558-497-24(1)

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