Do not install the Sound Bar in a
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover
the ventilation opening of the Sound
Bar with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc.
Do not expose the Sound Bar to naked
flame sources (for example, lighted
candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this Sound Bar to
dripping or splashing, and do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on the Sound Bar.
The Sound Bar is not disconnected from
the mains as long as it is connected to
the AC outlet, even if the Sound Bar
itself has been turned off.
As the main plug is used to disconnect
the Sound Bar from the mains, connect
the Sound Bar to an easily accessible AC
outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the Sound Bar,
disconnect the main plug from the AC
outlet immediately.
Do not expose batteries or appliances
with battery-installed to excessive heat,
such as sunshine and fire.
Indoor use only.
Recommended cables
Properly shielded and grounded cables
and connectors must be used for
connection to host computers and/or
peripherals.
For the Bar Speaker
The nameplate is located on the bottom
of the Bar Speaker.
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Table of Contents
About These Operating
Instructions ..............................3
What’s in the Box ..........................4
What You Can Do with the Sound
Bar ............................................5
Guide to Parts and Controls ..........6
Connecting a TV
Connecting a TV
with an HDMI
Cable
Connecting Sony TV with the
BLUETOOTH Function
Wirelessly .............................. 13
Mounting the Bar Speaker on a
Wall ........................................ 15
When the TV Remote Control does
not Work .................................17
Listening to the Sound
Listening to a TV and Other
Devices .................................. 18
Adjusting the Sound .................... 19
Listening to Music/Sound
with the BLUETOOTH®
Function
Listening to Music from a Mobile
Device .....................................21
Turning the Sound Bar On by
Operating the BLUETOOTH
Device ....................................23
Turning the BLUETOOTH Function
Off .......................................... 23
Using the Various Functions
Performing the Wireless Connection
of the Subwoofer
(SECURE LINK) ........................24
Using the Control for HDMI
Function .................................25
Startup Guide
(separate
document)
Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
Function .................................26
Notes on HDMI Connections ....... 27
Saving Power Consumption ........ 27
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..........................28
Resetting the Sound Bar .............33
Additional Information
Specifications ...............................34
Supported Input Audio Formats
(TV Input) ...............................35
On BLUETOOTH
Communication .....................36
Precautions ..................................37
About These Operating
Instructions
•The instructions in these Operating
Instructions describe the controls on
the remote control.
•Some illustrations are presented as
conceptual drawings, and may be
different from the actual products.
•The default settings are underlined on
each feature description.
Example: Control for HDMI function on
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What’s in the Box
•Bar Speaker (1)
•Subwoofer (1)
• Remote control (1)
• R03 (size AAA) battery (2)
• WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (1)
•Startup Guide
• Operating Instructions
• Optical digital cable (1)
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What You Can Do with the Sound Bar
“Listening to a TV and Other
Devices” (page 18)
Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable
box, satellite box, etc.
Connecting the TV
(refer to “Startup Guide” (separate
document))
“Using the Control for HDMI
Function” (page 25)
“Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
Function” (page 26)
“Performing the Wireless
Connection of the Subwoofer
(SECURE LINK)” (page 24)
“Listening to Music from a
Mobile Device” (page 21)
“Connecting Sony TV
with the BLUETOOTH
Function Wirelessly”
(page 13)
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Details are omitted from the illustrations.
Bar Speaker
Front
Remote control sensor
Point the remote control at the
remote control sensor to operate
the Sound Bar.
(power) button
Turns on the Sound Bar or sets it to
standby mode.
(TV) button (page 18)
BLUETOOTH button (page 21)
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+/– (volume) buttons
Indicators
A lighting or flashing of the indicators on the Bar Speaker indicates the following
state.
Currently selected input
IndicatorsStatus
Lights while TV input is selected.
Lights while BLUETOOTH input is selected.
Light while the Sound Bar is connected to the TV with the
BLUETOOTH function (TV input is selected).
Sound format, surround effect
IndicatorsStatus
• Lights while 5.1ch Multi-channel sound is input.
• Flashes once while the sound mode is selected (page 19).
Volume
IndicatorsStatus
Flashes once when the volume level is set to low (1 - 20).
Flash once when the volume level is set to medium (21 - 40).
or
Flash once when the volume level is set to high (41 - 49).
• Flash repeatedly while the sound is muted.
• Flash twice when the volume level is set to maximum/minimum.
The current input indicator flashes once when adjusting the
subwoofer volume by pressing SW
Flash three times when the subwoofer volume level is set to
maximum/minimum.
+/–.
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Setting value for each function
The on/off setting for each function is indicated by the number of times the following
indicator flashes.
• On: Flashes twice.
• Off: Flashes once.
For the indicator status when settings other than the on/off setting are changed, see
the description for each function.
IndicatorsFunctions
•Night mode (page 20)
• Voice mode (page 20)
•Audio DRC (page 20)
• Control for HDMI (page 25)
• BLUETOOTH standby (page 23)
• BLUETOOTH function (page 23)
• Auto standby (page 27)
• IR repeater (page 17)
Connecting a TV with the BLUETOOTH function (page 13).
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Rear
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack
Connect a TV that has an HDMI
input jack with an HDMI cable (not
supplied).
The Sound Bar is compatible with
ARC (page 25). ARC is the function
that sends TV sound to an AV device
such as the Sound Bar from the TV’s
HDMI input jack.
TV IN (OPTICAL) jack
IR repeater (page 17)
Transmits the remote signal of the
TV remote control to the TV.
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Subwoofer
Status indicator
Indicates the status of the
subwoofer power and Bar Speaker
connection.
– Lights in green: The connection
between the subwoofer and Bar
Speaker is established.
– Flashes in green: The connection
between the subwoofer and Bar
Speaker is in progress.
– Lights in orange: The connection
between the subwoofer and Bar
Speaker is established with the
Secure Link function.
– Flashes in orange: The connection
between the subwoofer and Bar
Speaker with the Secure Link
function is in progress.
– Lights in red: The subwoofer is in
standby mode.
– Lights off: The subwoofer is
turned off.
(power) button
Turns on/off the subwoofer.
LINK button (page 24)
Ventilation holes
For safety, do not block the
ventilation holes.
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Remote Control
Some buttons function differently
depending on how long the button is
pressed. The icons below indicate how
long to press the button.
•: Press the button.
•: Press and hold the button for 5
seconds.
TV (page 18)
Selects the TV input.
BLUETOOTH (page 18, 22)
Selects the BLUETOOTH input.
AUTO SOUND (page 19)
Selects AUTO SOUND for the sound
effect.
VOICE
: Turns on/off the voice mode.
(page 20)
: Turns on/off the Control for
HDMI function. (page 25)
(volume) +*/–
Adjusts the volume.
SW (subwoofer volume) +/–
Adjusts the volume of the
subwoofer.
GAME (page 19)
Selects GAME for the sound effect.
SPORTS (page 19)
Selects SPORTS for the sound effect.
SECURE LINK (page 24)
: Starts the link setting for the
Secure Link function.
(power)
Turns on the Sound Bar or sets it to
standby mode.
CINEMA (page 19)
Selects CINEMA for the sound
effect.
MUSIC (page 19)
Selects MUSIC for the sound effect.
NIGHT
: Turns on/off the night mode.
(page 20)
: Turns on/off the BLUETOOTH
standby mode. (page 23)
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(muting)
Turns off the sound temporarily or
turns on the sound.
AUDIO*
: Selects the audio channel for
Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast.
(page 20)
: Turns on/off the Audio DRC
function. (page 20)
NEWS (page 19)
Selects NEWS for the sound effect.
STANDARD
: Selects STANDARD for the
sound effect. (page 19)
: Turns on/off the IR repeater
function. (page 17)
INDICATORS
: Turns on/off the indicators on
the Bar Speaker.
: Turns on/off the auto standby
function. (page 27)
*The + and AUDIO buttons have a
tactile dot. Use it as a guide during
operation.
Tip
You can turn the indicators off by pressing
INDICATORS.
Even if the indicators are turned off by
pressing INDICATORS, when you operate
the Sound Bar, the indicators in relation to
the operation light or flash.
About the replacement of
batteries for the remote control
When the Sound Bar does not respond
by operating with the remote control,
replace two batteries with new
batteries.
Use R03 (size AAA) manganese
batteries for replacement.
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Connecting a TV
Blu-ray Disc player,
cable box, satellite
box, etc.
TV
BLUETOOTH
button
Connecting a TV with an
HDMI Cable
Refer to Startup Guide (separate
document).
Connecting Sony TV with
the BLUETOOTH Function
Wirelessly
When using Sony TV* with the
BLUETOOTH function, you can listen to
sound of the TV or device that is
connected to the TV by connecting the
Sound Bar and TV wirelessly.
* The TV needs to be compatible with
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile).
Connecting the Sound Bar
and TV Wirelessly
To connect the Sound Bar and TV
wirelessly, you need to perform pairing
of the Sound Bar and TV by using the
BLUETOOTH function.
Pairing is the process required to
mutually register the information on
BLUETOOTH devices to be connected
wirelessly in advance.
1 Insert batteries (supplied) into the
remote control.
2 Turn on the TV.
3 Turn on the Bar Speaker and
subwoofer.
4 Point the remote control at the
remote control sensor on the Bar
Speaker, and press and hol d TV on
the remote control and the
BLUETOOTH button on the Bar
Speaker simultaneously for 5
seconds.
The TV and BLUETOOTH indicators
flash twice, the Sound Bar enters
the pairing mode, then the
BLUETOOTH indicator flashes
quickly.
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5 On the TV, search the Sound Bar
BLUETOOTH
indicator
Remote control sensor
by performing the pairing
operation.
The list of the BLUETOOTH devices
that are searched appears on the TV
screen.
For the operation method to pair
the BLUETOOTH device to the TV,
refer to the operating instructions of
the TV.
6 Pair the Sound Bar and TV by
selecting “HT-S350” from the list
on the TV screen.
7 Make sure that the TV and
BLUETOOTH indicators on the Bar
Speaker light.
A connection between the Sound
Bar and TV has been established.
9 Adjust the volume of the Sound
Bar by using the TV remote
control.
When pressing the muting button
on the TV remote co ntrol, the sound
is muted temporarily.
Notes
• If the TV sound is not output from the
Sound Bar, press TV on the remote
control of the Sound Bar to select the TV
input and check the status of the
indicators on the Bar Speaker.
– The TV and BLUETOOTH indicators light:
The Sound Bar and TV are connected
and TV sound is output from the Sound
Bar.
– The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes
quickly: Perform pairing on the TV.
– The TV indicator lights: Perform the
connecting operation again from the
start.
• When you connect the Sound Bar and TV
with an HDMI cable (not supplied), the
BLUETOOTH connection is canceled. To
connect the Sound Bar and TV with the
BLUETOOTH function again, disconnect
the HDMI cable, then perform the
connecting operation from the start.
• To pair another TV after the first TV is
paired, turn off the paired TV, then pair
the new one by following the steps of
mobile device connection (page 21).
8 Select the program or input of the
TV by using the TV remote control.
The sound of the displayed image
on the TV screen is output from the
Sound Bar.
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Listening to the Sound of the
TV or Device that is
Connected to the TV
You can turn the Sound Bar on/off,
adjust the volume, and mute the sound
by using the TV remote control when
connecting the TV to the Sound Bar
wirelessly.
1 Turn the TV on with the TV remote
control.
The Sound Bar is turned on by
interlocking with the TV power and
TV sound is output from the Sound
Bar.
2 Select the program or input of the
device by using the TV remote
control.
The sound of the image displayed
on the TV screen is output from the
Sound Bar.
3 Adjust the volume of the Sound
Bar by using the TV remote
control.
When pressing the mute button on
the TV remote control, the sound is
muted temporarily.
Tip
When the TV is turned off, the Sound Bar is
also turned off by interlocking with the TV
power.
Mounting the Bar
Speaker on a Wall
You can mount the Bar Speaker on a
wall.
Notes
• Prepare screws (not supplied) that are
suitable for the wall material and
strength. As a plasterboard wall is
especially fragile, attach the screws
securely in the wall beam. Install the
speakers horizontally, hung by screws in
studs in a continuous flat section of the
wall.
• Have the installation done by a Sony
dealer or licensed contractor and pay
special attention to safety during the
installation.
• Sony shall not be held responsible for
accidents or damage caused by improper
installation, insufficient wall strength,
improper screw installation or natural
disaster, etc.
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1 Prepare two screws (not supplied)
Hole on the rear of the Bar Speaker
4mm
More than 30 mm
5 mm
10 mm
Center of the TV
WALL MOUNT
TEMPLATE
Adhesive tape,
etc.
Screws
Marks ()
10 mm to
11 mm
368.5 mm 368.5 mm
that are suitable for the wall
mount holes on the rear of the Bar
Speaker.
2 Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE
(supplied) on a wall.
3 Fasten the screws into the marks
() on SCREW LINE () of WALL
MOUNT TEMPLATE as in the
illustration below.
4 Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE.
5 Hang the Bar Speaker on the
screws.
Align the holes of the rear of the Bar
Speaker with the screws, then hang
the Bar Speaker on the two screws.
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, etc.
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Note
When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE,
smooth it out fully.
When the TV Remote
Control does not Work
When the Bar Speaker obstructs the
remote control sensor of the TV, the TV
remote control may not work. In that
case, enable the IR repeater function of
the Sound Bar.
You can control the TV with the TV
remote control by sending the remote
signal from the rear of the Bar Speaker.
Press and hold STANDARD for 5
seconds to set the function to on or
off.
IR repeater on
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
IR repeater off
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
Notes
• Be sure to check that the TV remote
control cannot control the TV, and then
set the IR repeater function to on. If it is
set to on when the remote control can
control the TV, appropriate operation
may not be obtained because of the
interference between the direct
command from the remote control and
the command via the Bar Speaker.
• If the IR repeater function is set to on, this
function may not work depending on
your TV. Also, the remote controls of
other devices such as an air conditioner
may not work correctly. In this case,
change the installation position of the Bar
Speaker or TV.
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Listening to the Sound
TV
+/–
SW +/–
BLUETOOTH
Listening to a TV and
Other Devices
1 Press TV or BLUETOOTH.
The indicator of the selected input
on the Bar Speaker lights.
TV input
• TV that is connected to the TV IN
(OPTICAL) jack on the Bar Speaker
• TV compatible with the ARC function
that is connected to the HDMI OUT (TV
(ARC)) jack on the Bar Speaker
When you connect the TV to both the
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) and TV IN
(OPTICAL) jacks, the jack for audio input
is selected depending on which audio
signal is input first.
BLUETOOTH input
BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP
For details, see “Listening to Music from
a Mobile Device” (page 21).
2 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control.
Tip
You can also select the input by pressing
(TV) or BLUETOOTH on the Bar Speaker.
Notes
• 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.
•SW +/– does not work when the
subwoofer is not connected.
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Adjusting the Sound
CINEMA
MUSIC
AUTO SOUND
NEWS
GAME
STANDARD
SPORTS
Enjoying the Sound Effect
that is Tailored to Sound
Sources (Sound Mode)
You can easily enjoy pre-programmed
sound effects that are tailored to
different kinds of sound sources.
CINEMA
Sounds are played back with surround
effects, and they are realistic and powerful,
making them suitable for movies.
MUSIC
Sound effects are optimized for listening to
music.
GAME
Sounds are powerful and realistic,
suitable for game play.
NEWS
Clear speech of newscasts is recreated.
SPORTS
You can experience an atmosphere as if
you were watching an event in a stadium.
However, narrations of commentators are
reproduced vividly.
STANDARD
Sound effects are optimized for each
individual source.
Press the sound mode selecting
button to select the sound mode.
When selecting the sound mode, the
MULTI CH indicator flashes once.
AUTO SOUND
You can enjoy the sound with Sonyrecommended sound mode. The sound
mode is automatically optimized according
to playback content and function.
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Adjusting the Sound
You can adjust the sound with the buttons on the remote control.
Function
name
Night modeYou can enjoy clear sound with low volume at midnight.
Voice modeYou can make dialogs clearer.
Audio DRC
Multiplex
broadcast
sound
Tip
AUDIO does not work while the BLUETOOTH indicator is lit.
ButtonFunction
• On: The MULTI CH indicator flashes twice.
•Off
Note
When you turn the Sound Bar off, the night mode is set to off
automatically.
• On: The MULTI CH indicator flashes twice.
•Off
You can compress the dynamic range of the audio signal
(range between the maximum and minimum volume) and
Press and
hold for 5
seconds
so un d wi th low vo lum e i s ea sy to h ea r. T hi s f unc ti on w or ks o nl y
when playing the Dolby Digital signal.
• On: The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
•Off
You can enjoy mul tiplex broadcast sounds when the Sound Bar
receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. The setting
changes cyclically in the order of Main
•Main
• Sub: The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
• Main/Sub: Main sound is output from the left speaker and
sub sound is output from the right speaker.
The MULTI CH and BLUETOOTH indicators flash once.
: The MULTI CH indicator flashes once.
: The MULTI CH indicator flashes once.
: The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
: The MULTI CH indicator flashes once.
Sub Main/Sub.
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Listening to Music/Sound with the
BLUETOOTH
indicator
BLUETOOTH
button
BLUETOOTH® Function
Listening to Music from
a Mobile Device
You can listen to music stored on a
mobile device such as a smartphone or
tablet via a wireless connection by
connecting the Sound Bar and the
mobile device with the BLUETOOTH
function.
When connecting to the mobile device
with the BLUETOOTH function, you can
operate by simply using the supplied
remote control without turning the TV
on.
Listening to Music by Pairing
with a Mobile Device
To listen to music of the mobile device
with the BLUETOOTH function, you need
to perform pairing of the Sound Bar and
mobile device.
Pairing is the process required to
mutually register the information on
BLUETOOTH devices to be connected
wirelessly in advance.
1 Press and hold the BLUETOOTH
button on the Bar Speaker for 2
seconds.
The Sound Bar enters the pairing
mode and the BLUETOOTH indicator
flashes quickly.
If pairing is not performed for 5
minutes after the Sound Bar enters
the pairing mode, the pairing mode
is canceled. In this case, perform
pairing from the start.
2 On the mobile device, search the
Sound Bar by performing the
pairing operation.
The list of the BLUETOOTH devices
that are searched appears on the
screen of the mobile device.
For the operation method to pair
the BLUETOOTH device to the
mobile device, refer to the
operating instructions of the mobile
device.
3 Pair the Sound Bar and mobile
device by selecting “HT-S350”
from the list on the screen of the
mobile device.
If a Passkey is requested, enter
“0000.”
4 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator on the Bar Speaker lights
in blue.
A connection between the Sound
Bar and mobile device has been
established.
5 Start audio playback with the
music app on the connected
mobile device.
Sound is output from the Sound Bar.
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6 Adjust the volume.
BLUETOOTH
+/–
SW +/–
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control.
To check the connection status of
the BLUETOOTH function
StatusBLUETOOTH indicator
During pairing
standby status
Connection is
being
attempted
Connection has
been
established
Flashes quickly in blue
Flashes in blue
Lights in blue
Listening to Music from the
Paired Mobile Device
Notes
•You can pair the BLUETOOTH devices up
to the following number.
– Mobile devices: 9
– Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH function:
1
If a new device is paired after pairing the
above number of devices, the least recent
connected device will be replaced by the
new one.
• Perform pairing for the second and
subsequent mobile devices.
Tips
• You can check the connection status of
the BLUETOOTH function by checking the
BLUETOOTH indicator status.
• While the BLUETOOTH input is being
selected, the Sound Bar enters the pairing
mode by pressing the BLUETOOTH button
on the Bar Speaker shortly.
• While the BLUETOOTH input is not
selected, the Sound Bar automatically
reconnects to the BLUETOOTH device it
was most recently connected to by
pressing the BLUETOOTH button on the
Bar Speaker shortly.
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1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of
the mobile device on.
2 Press BLUETOOTH.
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes
and the Bar Speaker automatically
reconnects to the BLUETOOTH
device it was most recently
connected to.
3 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator lights in blue.
A connection between the Sound
Bar and mobile device has been
established.
4 Start audio playback with the
music app on the connected
mobile device.
Sound is output from the Sound Bar.
5 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control.
Turning the Sound Bar On
by Operating the
BLUETOOTH Device
When the Sound Bar has pairing
information, you can turn the Sound Bar
on and listen to music from a
BLUETOOTH device even when the
Sound Bar is in standby mode by setting
the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on.
Press and hold NIGHT for 5 seconds to
set the function to on or off.
BLUETOOTH standby mode on
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
BLUETOOTH standby mode off
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
Note
While the BLUETOOTH standby mode is on,
standby power consumption increases.
Turning the BLUETOOTH
Function Off
You can turn the BLUETOOTH function off.
Press and hold , , and – on the Bar
Speaker for 10 seconds to set the
function to on or off.
BLUETOOTH function on
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
BLUETOOTH function off
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
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Using the Various Functions
LINK
Status indicator
SECURE LINK
Performing the Wireless
Connection of the
Subwoofer (SECURE LINK)
You can specify the wireless connection
to link the Bar Speaker to the subwoofer
using the Secure Link function. We
recommend to perform the Secure Link
function to prevent interference if you
use multiple same products or your
neighbors use same products.
1 Press LINK on the rear of the
subwoofer.
The status indicator of the
subwoofer flashes in orange.
Proceed to the next step within 2
minutes.
2 Press and hold SECURE LINK on
the remote control for 5 seconds.
The link setting starts.
The MULTI CH and TV indicators
flash twice, then the indicators flash
alternately.
3 Make sure that the MULTI CH and
TV indicators stop flashing and the
status indicator of the subwoofer
lights in orange.
A connection between the Bar
Speaker and subwoofer has been
established.
If it fails, the MULTI CH and TV
indicators light for 5 seconds. In this
case, perform the Secure Link
operation again.
To deactivate the Secure Link
function
Press and hold SECURE LINK for 5
seconds.
The MULTI CH indicator flashes twice.
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Using the Control for
HDMI Function
Connecting a de vice such as a TV or Bluray Disc player compatible with the
Control for HDMI function* using an
HDMI cable enables you to easily
operate the device by using a TV or Bluray Disc player remote control.
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.
Preparing to Use the Control
for HDMI Function
Press and hold VOICE for 5 seconds to
set the function to on or off.
Control for HDMI function on
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
Control for HDMI function off
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
Enable the Control for HDMI function
settings for the TV and other device
connected to the TV.
System Power Off Function
When you turn off the TV, the Sound Bar
will turn off automatically.
System Audio Control
Function
If you turn on the Sound Bar while you
are watching the TV, the TV sound will
be output from the speakers of the
Sound Bar. The volume of the Sound Bar
can be adjusted using the TV remote
control.
When you turn on the TV, the Sound Bar
is turned on automatically and the TV
sound is output from the speakers of
the Sound Bar.
Operations can also be made by the
TV’s menu. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Notes
• The number for the volume level of the
Sound Bar is displayed on the TV screen
depending on the TV.
• Depending on the settings of the TV, the
System Audio Control function may not
be available. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
• Depending on the TV, if the TV sound was
output from the speakers of the TV the
previous time you watched the TV, the
Sound Bar may not turn on by interlocking
with the TV power even if the TV is turned
on.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
If the Sound Bar is connected to a TV’s
HDMI IN jack compatible with ARC, you
can listen to TV sound from the speakers
of the Sound Bar without connecting an
optical digital cable.
Note
If the TV is not compatible with ARC, the
optical digital cable (supplied) needs to be
connected (refer to the supplied Startup
Guide).
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One-Touch Play Function
When you play content on a device (Bluray Disc player, “PlayStation
connected to the TV, the Sound Bar and
TV are turned on automatically, the
input of the Sound Bar is switched to TV
input, and sound is output from the
speakers of the Sound Bar.
Notes
• If the TV sound was output from the
speakers of the TV the previous time you
watched the TV, the Sound Bar may not
turn on and t he sound and pictur e may be
output from the TV even if device content
is played.
• Depending on the TV, the beginning part
of content being played may not play
correctly.
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Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
Function
In addition to the Control for HDMI
function, you can also use the “BRAVIA”
sync function such as the Sound mode/
Scene Select function.
Note
This function is proprietary function of
Sony. This function cannot operate with
products other than those manufactured
by Sony.
Sound mode/Scene Select
Function
The sound mode of the Sound Bar is
automatically switched according to the
setting of the TV’s Scene Select function
or sound mode. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Set the sound mode to AUTO SOUND
(page 19).
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Notes on HDMI
Connections
Saving Power
Consumption
• Use an HDMI-authorized cable.
• We recommend using a Sony High
Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet with
the Cable Type Logo.
• We do not recommend using an
HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI
jack may be suppressed by the
connected device.
To use the Sound Bar while saving
power consumption, change the
following settings.
Turn the Sound Bar Off by
Detecting the Using State
When you set the auto standby function
to on, the Sound Bar enters standby
mode automatically when you do not
operate the Sound Bar for about 20
minutes and the Sound Bar is not
receiving an input signal.
Press and hold INDICATORS for 5
seconds to set the function to on or
off.
Auto standby on
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes twice.
Auto standby off
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes once.
Saving Power in Standby
Mode
To save power consumption during the
standby mode, set the BLUETOOTH
standby mode (page 23) and Control for
HDMI function (page 25) to off.
The default settings for them are on.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the Sound Bar,
use this troubleshooting guide to help
remedy the problem before requesting
repairs. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Be sure to bring both your Bar Speaker
and subwoofer, even if it seems as
though only one has a problem, when
you request to repair.
Power
The Sound Bar does not power up.
Check that the AC power cord (mains
lead) is connected securely.
Disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead) from the wall outlet (mains),
and then reconnect after several
minutes.
The Sound Bar is turned off
automatically.
The auto standby function is working.
Set the auto standby function to off
(page 27).
The Sound Bar does not turn on
even when the TV is turned on.
Set the Control for HDMI function to
on (page 25). The TV must support
the Control for HDMI function. For
details, refer to the operating
instructions of your TV.
Check the speaker settings of the TV.
The Sound Bar power syncs with the
speaker settings of the TV. Fo r details,
refer to the operating instructions of
your TV.
Depending on the TV, if the sound
was output from the speakers of the
TV the previous time, the Sound Bar
may not turn on by interlocking with
the TV power even when the TV is
turned on.
The Sound Bar turns off when the
TV is turned off.
Check the setting of the Control for
HDMI function (page 25). When the
Control for HDMI function is set to on
and the input of the Sound Bar is the
TV input, the Sound Bar turns off
automatically when you turn off the
TV.
The Sound Bar does not turn off
even when the TV is turned off.
Check the setting of the Control for
HDMI function (page 25). When you
turn off the TV, the Sound Bar turns
off automatically only if the input of
the Sound Bar is the TV input. The TV
must support the Control for HDMI
function. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Picture
There is no picture or the picture is
not output correctly.
When there is no picture while TV
input is selected, select the TV
channel that you want using the TV
remote control.
Sound
The Sound Bar cannot connect to a
TV with the BLUETOOTH function.
When you connect the Sound Bar and
TV wi th an HDMI cabl e (not supplie d),
the BLUETOOTH connection is
canceled. Disconnect the HDMI cable,
then perform the connecting
operation from the start (page 13).
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No TV sound is output from the
Sound Bar.
Check the type and connection of the
HDMI cable or optical digital cable
that is connected to the Sound Bar
and the TV (refer to the supplied
Startup Guide).
Disconnect the cables that are
connected between the TV and the
Sound Bar, then connect them firmly
again. Disconne ct the AC power cords
of the TV and the Sound Bar from the
AC outlets (mains), then connect
them again.
When the Sound Bar and TV are
connected with an HDMI cable only,
check the following.
– The HDMI jack of the connected TV
is labeled with “ARC.”
– The Control for HDMI function of the
TV is set to on.
– On the Sound Bar, the Control for
HDMI function is set to on (page 25).
If your TV is not compatible with ARC,
connect the optical digital cable
(supplied) (refer to the supplied
Startup Guide). If the TV is not
compatible with ARC, TV sound will
not be output from the Sound Bar
even if the Sound Bar is connected to
the TV’s HDMI IN jack.
Select the TV input by pressing TV
(page 18).
Increase the volume on the TV or
cancel muting.
Depending on the order in which you
connect the TV and the Sound Bar,
the Sound Bar may be muted. If this
happens, turn on the TV first, then the
Sound Bar.
Set the speakers setting of the TV
(BRAVIA) to Audio System. Refer to
the operating instructions of your TV
regarding how to set the TV.
Check the sound output of the TV.
Refer to the operating instructions of
the TV for the TV settings.
The Sound Bar supports the Dolby
Digital and PCM audio formats
(page 35). When you playback an
unsupported format, set the digital
audio out setting of the TV (BRAVIA)
to “PCM.” For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
The sound is output from both the
Sound Bar and the TV.
Change the audio output setting of
the TV so that the TV sound is output
from the external speaker.
Set the TV volume to minimum.
The output sound of the Sound Bar
is not the same level as that of the
TV even though the values of the
volume level on the Sound Bar and
TV are set to the same value.
If the Control for HDMI function is set
to on, the value of the volume level
on the Sound Bar may appear on your
TV as the TV volume. The output
sound levels of the Sound Bar and TV
differ even though the values of the
volume level on the Sound Bar and TV
are set to the same value. The output
sound levels of the Sound Bar and TV
differ depending on the sound
processing characteristics of each,
and it is not a malfunction.
The sound is interrupted while
watching a TV program or content
on a Blu-ray Disc, etc.
Check the sound mode setting
(page 19). If the sound mode is set to
AUTO SOUND, the sound may be
interrupted when the sound mode is
changed automatically according to
the information of the program th at is
being played. If you do not want to
change the sound mode
automatically, set the sound mode to
a setting other than AUTO SOUND.
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No sound or only a very low-level
sound of the device connected to
the Sound Bar is heard from the
Sound Bar.
Press + and check the volume
level (page 11).
or + to cancel the muting
Press
function (page 11).
Make sure the input source is
selected correctly (page 18).
Check that all the cables and cords of
the Sound Bar and the connected
device are firmly inserted.
If the connected device supports up-
sampling feature, you need to turn it
off.
The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
Depending on the input signal and
the sound mode setting, surround
sound processing may not work
effectively. The surround effect may
be subtle, depending on the program
or disc.
To play multi channel audio, check
the digital audio output setting on
the device connected to the Sound
Bar. For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
connected device.
Subwoofer
No sound or only very low-level
sound is heard from the subwoofer.
Press SW + on the remote control
to increase the subwoofer volume.
M ake sure that the statu s indicator on
the subwoofer is lit in green or
orange.
If the status indicator on the
subwoofer does not light, try the
following.
– Make sure the AC power cord
(mains lead) of the subwoofer is
connected properly.
–Press (power) of the subwoofer
to turn on the power.
If the status indicator on the
subwoofer lights in red, try the
following.
– Move the subwoofer to a location
near the Bar Speaker so that the
status indicator on the subwoofer
lights in green or orange.
– Follow the steps in “Performing the
Wireless Connection of the
Subwoofer (SECURE LINK)”
(page 24).
If the status indicator on the
subwoofer flashes in red, press
(power) of the subwoofer to turn off
the power and check whether the
ventilation holes of the subwoofer is
blocked or not.
If the input sources contain very little
bass sound components (i.e., a TV
broadcast), the sound from the
subwoofer may be difficult to hear.
Play the built-in demo nstration music
by following the steps below and
check that the sound is output from
the subwoofer.
Press and hold (TV) on the Bar
Speaker for 5 seconds.
The built-in demonstration music
is played.
Press (TV) again.
The built-in demonstration music
is canceled and the Sound Bar
returns to the previous status.
Set the night mode to off (page 20).
Mobile Device Connection
BLUETOOTH connection cannot be
completed.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit
(page 6).
Make sure the BLUETOOTH device to
be connected is turned on and the
BLUETOOTH function is enabled.
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Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the Bar Speaker.
Pair the Sound Bar and the
BLUETOOTH device again. You may
need to cancel the pairing with the
Sound Bar using your BLUETOOTH
device first.
If the BLUETOOTH function is set to
off, set it to on (page 23).
Pairing cannot be achieved.
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the Bar Speaker.
Make sure the Sound Bar is not
receiving interference from a wireless
LAN device, other 2.4 GHz wireless
devices, or a microwave oven. If a
device that generates
electromagnetic radiation is nearby,
move the device away from the
Sound Bar.
Pairing may not be possible if other
BLUETOOTH devices are present
around the Sound Bar. In this case,
turn off the other BLUETOOTH
devices.
Sound of the connected
BLUETOOTH mobile device is not
output from the Sound Bar.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit
(page 6).
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the Bar Speaker.
If a device that generates
electromagnetic radiation, such as a
wireless LAN device, other
BLUETOOTH devices, or a microwave
oven is nearby, move the device away
from the Sound Bar.
Remove any obstacle between the
Bar Speaker and the BLUETOOTH
device or move the Bar Speaker away
from the obstacle.
If the Bar Speaker is installed under
the TV, move the Bar Speaker away
from the TV.
Reposition the connected
BLUETOOTH device.
Switch the wireless LAN frequency of
any nearby wireless LAN router or PC
to 5 GHz range.
Increase the volume on the
connected BLUETOOTH device.
The sound is not in sync with the
image.
When you are watching movies, you
may hear the sound with a slight
delay from the image.
Remote Control
The remote cont rol of the Sound Bar
does not function.
Point the remote control at the
remote control sensor on the Bar
Speaker (page 6).
Remove any obstacles in the path
between the remote control and the
Sound Bar.
Replace both batteries in the remote
control with new ones, if they are
weak.
Make sure you are pressing the
correct button on the remote control
(page 11).
The TV remote control does not
work.
Install the Bar Speaker so that it does
not obstruct the remote control
sensor of the TV.
This problem might be solved by
enabling the IR repeater function
(page 17).
Others
The Control for HDMI function does
not work properly.
Check the connection with the Sound
Bar (refer to the supplied Startup
Guide).
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Enable the Control for HDMI function
on the TV. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Wait a while, and then try again. If
you unplug the Sound Bar, it will take
a while before operations can be
made. Wait for 15 seconds or longer,
and then try again.
Make sure the devices connected to
the Sound Bar support the Control for
HDMI function.
Enable the Control for HDMI function
of the devices connected to the
Sound Bar. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your device.
The type and number of devices that
can be controlled by the Control for
HDMI function is restricted by the
HDMI CEC standard as follows:
– Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc
recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up to
3 devices
– Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc
player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3
devices
– Tuner-related devices: up to 4
devices
– Audio system (receiver/
headphone): up to 1 device (used by
the Sound Bar)
All indicators on the Bar Speaker
flash for 10 seconds and the Sound
Bar is turned off.
The protection feature is activated.
Disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead) and make sure that the
ventilations of the Bar Speaker are
not covered and turn on the Sound
Bar after a while.
Sensors of the TV do not work
properly.
The Bar Speaker may block some
sensors (such as the brightness
sensor), the remote control sensor of
your TV or the emitter for 3D glasses
(infrared transmission) of a 3D TV that
supports the infrared 3D glass
system, or wireless communication.
Move the Bar Speaker away from the
TV within a range that allows those
parts to operate properly. For the
locations of the sensors and remote
control receiver, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with
the TV.
The Sound Bar does not work
properly.
The Sound Bar may be in demo
mode. To cancel demo mode, reset
the Sound Bar. Press and hold –
(volume) and (power) on the Bar
Speaker for more than 5 seconds
(page 33).
The following message appears.
* This screen is an example for English.
Select the TV program by using the TV
remote control.
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Resetting the Sound Bar
If the Sound Bar still does not operate
properly, reset the Sound Bar as
follows.
1 Press and hold – (volume) and
(power) on the Bar Speaker for
more than 5 seconds.
All indicators on the Bar Speaker
flash 3 times, and the settings
return to their initial status.
2 Disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead).
3 Connect the AC power cord (mains
lead), then press to turn on the
Sound Bar.
Tip
The default settings are underlined on
each feature description.
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Additional Information
Specifications
Bar Speaker (SA-S350)
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 speaker: 85 W (per
channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Inputs
TV IN (OPTICAL)
Outputs
HDMI OUT (TV (ARC))
BLUETOOTH section
Communication system
BLUETOOTH Specification version 5.0
Output
BLUETOOTH Specification Power
Class 1
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 25 m
Frequency band
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz -
2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile)
The actual range will vary dep ending on
factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
cordless phone use, reception
3)
4)
1)
2)
sensitivity, the operating system,
software applications, etc.
2)
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate
the purpose of BLUETOOTH
communication between devices.
3)
Codec: Audio signal compression and
conversion format
4)
Abbreviation for Subband Codec
Front L/Front R speaker block section
Speaker system
2 Speaker System
Speaker
Front L/Front R speaker: 52 mm ×
90 mm cone type, 4 Ω
General
Power requirements
Models for Taiwan:
120 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Models for other countries/regions:
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
On: 30 W
Standby mode: 0.5 W or less (Power
Saving mode)
(When Control for HDMI function and
BLUETOOTH Standby mode are set to
off)
Standby mode: 2 W or less*
(When Control for HDMI function and
BLUETOOTH Standby mode are set to
on)
* The Sound Bar will automatically
enter Power saving mode when
there is no HDMI connection and no
BLUETOOTH pairing history.
Dimensions* (approx.) (w/h/d)
900 mm × 64 mm × 88 mm
* Not including projection portion
Mass (approx.)
2.4 kg
Subwoofer (SA-WS350)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
150 W (at 2.5 ohms, 100 Hz)
Speaker system
Subwoofer speaker system, Bass
reflex
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Speaker
160 mm cone type
Power requirements
Models for Taiwan:
120 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Models for other countries/regions:
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
On: 25 W
Standby mode: 0.5 W or less
Dimensions* (approx.) (w/h/d)
190 mm × 382 mm × 390 mm
* Not including projection portion
Mass (approx.)
7.8 kg
Wireless Transmitter/
Receiver Section
Frequency band
2.4 GHz (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Supported Input Audio
Formats (TV Input)
Audio formats supported by the Sound
Bar are as follows.
•Dolby Digital
•Linear PCM 2ch
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On BLUETOOTH
Communication
• BLUETOOTH devices should be used
within approximately 10 meters
(33 feet) (unobstructed distance) of
each other. The effective
communication range may become
shorter under the following
conditions.
– When a person, metal object, wall or
other obstruction is between the
devices with a BLUETOOTH
connection
– Locations where a wireless LAN is
installed
– Around microwave ovens that are in
use
– Locations where other
electromagnetic waves occur
• BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN
(IEEE 802.11b/g/n) use the same
frequency band (2.4 GHz). W hen using
your BLUETOOTH device near a device
with wireless LAN capability,
electromagnetic interference may
occur. This could result in lower data
transfer rates, noise, or inability to
connect. If this happens, try the
following remedies:
– Use this Sound Bar at least 10 meters
(33 feet) away from the wireless LAN
device.
– Turn off the power to the wireless
LAN device when using your
BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters
(33 feet).
– Install this Sound Bar and
BLUETOOTH device as closer to each
other as possible.
• The radio waves broadcast by this
Sound Bar may interfere with the
operation of some medical devices.
Since this interference may result in
malfunction, always turn off the po wer
on this Sound Bar and BLUETOOTH
device in the following locations:
– In hospitals, on t rains, in airplanes, at
gas stations, and any place where
flammable gasses may be present
– Near automatic doors or fire alarms
• This Sound Bar supports security
functions that comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification to ensure
secure connection during
communication using BLUETOOTH
technology. However, this security
may be insufficient depending on the
setting contents and other factors, so
always be careful when performing
communication using BLUETOOTH
technology.
• Sony cannot be held liable in any way
for damages or other loss resulting
from information leaks during
communication using BLUETOOTH
technology.
• BLUETOOTH communication is not
necessarily guaranteed with all
BLUETOOTH devices that have the
same profile as this Sound Bar.
• BLUETOOTH devices connected with
this Sound Bar must comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
by the Bluetooth SI G, Inc., and must be
certified to comply. However, even
when a device complies with the
BLUETOOTH specification, there may
be cases where the characteristics or
specifications of the BLUETOOTH
device make it impossible to connect,
or may result in different control
methods, display or operation.
• Noise may occur or the audio may cut
off depending on the BLUETOOTH
device connected with this Sound Bar,
the communications environment, or
surrounding conditions.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your Sound Bar, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the Sound Bar, unplug the Sound Bar and
have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
• Do not climb on the Sound Bar, as you
may fall down and injure yourself, or
Sound Bar damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the Sound Bar, check
that the operating voltage is identical to
your local power supply. The operating
voltage is indicated on the nameplate on
the bottom of the Bar Speaker.
• If you are not going to use the Sound Bar
for a long time, be sure to disconnect the
Sound Bar from the wall outlet (mains). To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the
other for the purpose of safety and will fit
into the wall outlet (mains) only one way.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the Sound Bar heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this Sound Bar at
high volume, the Sound Bar temperature at
the rear and bottom rises considerably. To
avoid burning yourself, do not touch the
Sound Bar.
On placement
• Place the Sound Bar in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup and prolong the life of the Sound
Bar.
• Do not place the Sound Bar near heat
sources or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
shock.
• Do not place anything on the top of the
Bar Speaker.
• If the Sound Bar is being used in
combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck,
noise may result and picture quality may
suffer. In such a case, place the Sound Bar
away from the TV, VCR, or tape deck.
• Use caution when placing the Sound Bar
on a surface that has been specially
treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.), as
staining or discoloration of the surface
may result.
• Take care to avoid any possible injury
from the corners of the Bar Speaker.
On operation
Before connecting other equipment, be
sure to turn off and unplug the Sound Bar.
If you encounter color irregularity
on a nearby TV screen
Color irregularities may be observed on
certain types of TV.
• If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV, then turn it on again after
15 to 30 minutes.
• If color irregularity is observed again...
Place the Sound Bar further away from
the TV.
On cleaning
Clean the Sound Bar 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 Sound Bar, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
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Copyrights and Trademarks
This Sound Bar incorporates Dolby* Digital.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
The BLUETOOTH
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.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo
are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
“BRAVIA” logo is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“PlayStation” is a registered trademark or
trademark of Sony Interactive
Entertainment Inc.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology
and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS
and Thomson.
Windows Media is either a registered
trademark or trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
This product is protected by certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft
Corporation. Use or distribution of such
technology outside of this product is
prohibited without a license from Microsoft
or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
®
word mark and logos are
All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners.