Do not install the appliance 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 appliance
with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,
etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked
flame sources (for example, lighted
candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing, and do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on the appliance.
The unit is not disconnected from the
mains as long as it is connected to the
AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been
turned off.
As the main plug is used to disconnect
the unit from the mains, connect the
unit to an easily accessible AC outlet.
Should you notice an abnormality in the
unit, 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 ..............................4
What’s in the Box ..........................5
What You Can Do with the
System .....................................6
Guide to Parts and Controls .......... 7
Connecting to a TV or Audio
Device
Connecting a TV
with an HDMI
Cable and/or
Optical Cable
Connecting an Audio Device with an
Analog Audio Cable ...............11
Preparing for Using the
System
Mounting the Bar Speaker and
Surround Speakers on a
Wall .........................................12
Operating the System Using the
Remote Control ..................... 15
When the TV Remote Control does
not Work ................................ 15
Listening to the Sound
Listening to a TV and Other
Devices .................................. 16
Listening to Music on a USB
Device .....................................17
Selecting the Sound Effect
Adjusting the Sound .................... 19
Adjusting the Volume of the
Subwoofer .............................20
Startup Guide
(separate
document)
Listening to Music/Sound
with the BLUETOOTH®
Function
Listening to Music from a Mobile
Device .................................... 21
Listening to Music on the Mobile
Device with Sony | Music
Center ....................................23
Using the Various Functions
Using the Setup Display ..............24
Using the Control for HDMI
Function .................................27
Notes on HDMI Connections .......28
Saving Power Consumption ........29
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..........................30
Resetting the System ..................35
Additional Information
Specifications ...............................36
Playable Types of Files
(USB Input) .............................38
Supported Input Audio Formats
(HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) or TV IN
(OPTICAL)) ..............................38
On BLUETOOTH
Communication .....................39
Precautions ..................................40
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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.
•The text enclosed in double quotation
mark (“--”) appears in the front panel
display.
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What’s in the Box
•Bar Speaker (1)
•Subwoofer (1)
• Surround speaker (HT-S500RF only) (2)
• R03 (size AAA) battery (2)
•HDMI cable (1)
• WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (1)
• S urround speaker (2), speaker base (2),
and screw (8) (HT-S700RF only)
• Remote control (1)
•Startup Guide
• Operating Instructions
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What You Can Do with the System
“Listening to a TV and Other Devices”
(page 16)
Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable
box, satellite box, etc.
Connecting the TV
(refer to “Startup Guide” (separate document) or
“Connecting an Audio Device with an Analog
Audio Cable” (page 11))
“Using the Control for HDMI Function”
(page 27)
“Listening to Music
on a USB Device”
(page 17)
“Listening to Music
from a Mobile Device”
(page 21)
“Listening to Music on
the Mobile Device
with Sony | Music
Center” (page 23)
HT-S500RF
HT-S700RF
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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
(page 16)
BLUETOOTH button (page 21)
+/– (volume) buttons
Remote control sensor (page 15)
Point the remote control at the
remote control sensor to operate
the system.
Front panel display
(USB) port (page 17)
BLUETOOTH indicator
– Lights in blue: BLUETOOTH
connection is established (the
BLUETOOTH input is selected).
– Flashes quickly in blue: While
waiting for connection with a
device.
– Flashes in blue: While
reconnecting or performing
pairing.
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Rear
SPEAKERS jacks
IR REPEATER jack
TV IN (OPTICAL) jack
HDMI OUT (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
sou nd to an AV devi ce su ch as the
system from the TV’s HDMI jack.
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ANALOG IN jack (page 11)
AC power cord (mains lead)
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Remote Control
INPUT (page 16)
Selects the input source.
AUTO SOUND (page 19)
Selects AUTO SOUND for the sound
effect.
CINEMA (page 19)
Selects CINEMA for the sound
effect.
VOICE (page 19)
Turns on/off the voice mode.
(volume) +*/–
Adjusts the volume.
SW (subwoofer volume) +/–
Adjusts the subwoofer volume.
MENU (page 24)
Turns on/off the menu in the front
panel display.
/ (page 17, 24)
Selects the menu items.
Selects the content on the TV screen
for USB playback.
ENTER (page 17, 24)
Enters the selection.
Plays the content that is selected by
/ for USB playback.
BACK (page 17, 24)
Returns to the previous display.
Stops USB playback.
/ (previous/next)
(page 17, 21)
Press to select the previous/next
track or file.
Hold down to search backward or
forward.
(power)
Turns on the system or sets it to
standby mode.
STANDARD (page 19)
Selects STANDARD for the sound
effect.
MUSIC (page 19)
Selects MUSIC for the sound effect.
NIGHT (page 19)
Turns on/off the night mode.
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(muting)
Mutes the sound temporarily.
Pressing the button while muting
cancels muting.
DIMMER
Adjusts the brightness of the front
panel display.
“BRGHT” “DARK” “OFF”
• The front panel display is turned
off when “OFF” is selected. It turns
on automatically when you
operate the system, then turns off
again if you do not operate the
system for several seconds.
However, in some cases, the front
panel display may not turn off. In
this case, the brightness of the
front panel display is same as
“DARK.”
(play/pause)* (page 17, 21)
Plays, pauses, or resumes playback.
*The + and buttons have a tactile
dot. Use it as a guide during operation.
About the replacement of
batteries for the remote control
When the system 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 to a TV or Audio
Smartphone,
WALKMAN®, other
audio devices, etc.
Analog
audio out
Analog audio cable
(not supplied)
Device
Connecting a TV with an
HDMI Cable and/or
Optical Cable
Refer to Startup Guide (separate
document).
Connecting an Audio
Device with an Analog
Audio Cable
To connect portable audio devices such
as smartphones and WALKMAN® to the
system, connect them via the ANALOG
IN jack on the system.
For listening to the connected device,
see “Listening to a TV and Other
Devices” (page 16).
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Preparing for Using the System
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.
installation, insufficient wall strength,
improper screw installation or natural
disaster, etc.
Mounting the Bar
Speaker and Surround
Speakers on a Wall
You can mount the Bar Speaker and
surround speakers on a wall.
HT-S500RF
HT-S700RF
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
Mounting the Bar Speaker
on a Wall
1 Prepare two screws (not supplied)
that are suitable for the wall
mount holes on the rear of the Bar
Speaker.
2 Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE
(supplied) on a wall.
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
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WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE on a
Screws
Marks
6 mm to
7mm
297.5 mm
297.5 mm
Hole on the rear of the surround speaker
4mm
More than 30 mm
5 mm
10 mm
8 mm to
9mm
wall by using a commercially
available adhesive tape, etc.
3 Fasten the screws into the marks
on SCREW LINE () of WALL
MOUNT TEMPLATE as the
illustration below.
Note
When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE,
smooth it out fully.
Mounting the Surround
Speakers on a Wall
For HT-S500RF
1 Prepare a screw (not supplied) for
each speaker that is suitable for
the wall mount hole on the rear of
the surround speaker.
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.
2 Fasten the screw in the wall.
The screw should protrude as
illustration.
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3 Hang the surround speaker on the
Hole on the rear of the surround speaker
4mm
More than 30 mm
5 mm
10 mm
1,000 mm
8 mm to
9mm
screw.
Align the hole of the rear of the
surround speaker with the screw,
then hang the surround speaker on
the screw.
For HT-S700RF
1 Prepare two screws (not supplied)
for each speaker that are suitable
for the wall mount holes on the
rear of the surround speaker.
2 Fasten the screws in the wall.
The screw should protrude as
illustration.
3 Hang the surround speaker on the
screws.
Align the holes of the rear of the
surround speaker with the screws,
then hang the surround speaker on
the screws.
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Operating the System
Using the Remote Control
When the TV Remote
Control does not Work
Point the remote control at the
subwoofer’s remote control sensor.
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 system.
You can control the TV with the TV
remote control by sending the remote
signal from the rear of the Bar Speaker.
1 Connect the IR repeater cord to
the subwoofer.
Refer to Startup Guide (separate
document).
2 Press MENU.
The menu item appears in the front
panel display.
3 Select “SYS >” – “IRRPT” by using
//ENTER.
4 Select “ON” by using //ENTER.
To turn off the IR repeater function,
select “OFF.”
5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
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.
• On some TVs, this function may not work
correctly. In this case, place the Bar
Speaker slightly further away from the TV.
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Listening to the Sound
INPUT
+/–
SW +/–
Listening to a TV and
Other Devices
1 Press INPUT repeatedly.
When you press INPUT once, the
input source is changed and the
selected input source appears in the
front panel display.
Each time you press INPUT, the
input source changes cyclically as
follows.
“TV” “ANALG” “BT” “USB”
“TV”
• TV compatible with the Audio Return
Channel (ARC) function that is
connected to the HDMI OUT (ARC) jack
• TV that is connected to the TV IN
(OPTICAL) jack
When you connect the TV to both the
HDMI OUT (ARC) and TV IN (OPTICAL)
jacks, the input of the HDMI OUT (ARC)
jack has priority.
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“ANALG”
Audio device (smartphone, WALKMAN®,
etc.) that is connected to the ANALOG IN
jack
“BT”
BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP
For details, see “Listening to Music/
Sound with the BLUETOOTH® Function”
(page 21).
“USB”
USB device that is connected to the
(USB) port
For details, see “Listening to Music on a
USB Device” (page 17).
2 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control (page 20).
Tip
You can also select the input by pressing
on the subwoofer.
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Listening to Music on a
ENTER
+/–
/
INPUT
/
SW +/–
MENU
USB Device
You can play music files stored on a
connected USB device.
For playable types of files, see “Playable
Types of Files (USB Input)” (page 38).
Notes
• To view the USB content list on the TV
screen, make sure you connect the
system to the TV using an HDMI cable.
• Change the input of the TV to the input to
which the system is connected.
1 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port.
2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select
“USB” in the front panel display.
“READ” appears in the front panel
display and the system starts
reading data of the USB device.
When the reading of data is
completed, the USB content list
appears on the TV screen.
3 Press / to select the content
you want, then press ENTER.
The selected content starts playing.
4 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control (page 20).
To select the play mode
You can select the play mode for USB
playback, such as repeat play or random
play, from the menu.
1 Press MENU.
The menu item appears in the front
panel display.
2 Select “USB >” – “REPT” by using //
ENTER.
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3 Select the play mode by using //
ENTER.
•“NONE”
: Plays back all tracks under
the current folder.
•“ONE”: Repeats one track.
•“FLDER”: Repeats all tracks in a
folder.
•“SHFFL”: Repeats all tracks in a
folder in random order.
4 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
Other operations
ToDo this
Pause or resume
playback
Select the previous or
next track
Search backward or
forward (rewind/fast
forward)
Notes
• 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.
• “NOUSB” fl ashes in the fron t panel display
if you connect an unsupported or broken
USB device.
• Depending on the file format, rewind and
fast forward do not work.
Press .
Press /.
Press and hold
/.
Information of USB Device
on the TV Screen
Playing time
Total playing time
Selected file index/Total files in the
folder
Play mode
Playback status
Rewind/fast forward speed
The following messages appear on the
TV screen depending on the status of
the USB device.
•[No USB]
No USB device is inserted.
• [Waiting]
The system is searching a USB device.
Notes
• Depending on the playback source, some
information may not be displayed.
• Depending on the play mode, the
information displayed may be different.
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Selecting the Sound Effect
STANDARD
AUTO SOUND
MUSIC
CINEMA
“STANDARD”
Sound effects are optimized for the
individual source.
Adjusting the Sound
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.
Press AUTO SOUND, CINEMA, MUSIC,
or STANDARD to select the sound
mode.
The selected sound mode appears in the front
panel display.
“AUTO SOUND”
You can enjoy the sound with Sonyrecommended sound mode. The sound
mode is automatically optimized according
to playback content and function.
“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.
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.
Press NIGHT to set the function to on
or off.
Night mode on
“N.ON” appears in the front panel display.
Night mode off
“N.OFF” appears in the front panel display.
Note
When you turn the system off, the night
mode is set to off automatically.
Making Dialogs Clearer
(VOICE)
You can make dialogs clearer by setting
the voice mode to on.
Press VOICE to set the function to on
or off.
Voice mode on
“V.ON” appears in the front panel display.
Voice mode off
“V.OFF” appears in the front panel display.
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Adjusting the Volume of
SW +/–
the Subwoofer
The subwoofer is designed for playback
of bass or low frequency sound.
Press SW (subwoofer volume) +/–
to adjust the volume of the
subwoofer.
Note
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.
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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 system 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
1 Press and hold the BLUETOOTH
button on the subwoofer for 2
seconds.
The system enters the pairing mode
and the BLUETOOTH indicator
flashes quickly.
2 On the mobile device, search for
the system 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 system and mobile device
by selecting “HT-S500RF” or “HTS700RF” 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 subwoofer lights
in blue.
A connection between the system
and mobile device has been
established.
5 Start audio playback with the
music app on the connected
mobile device.
Sound is output from the system.
6 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control (page 20).
• and / on the remote
control can be used for the
BLUETOOTH function. (Searching
backward or forward by holding
down / does not work.)
Notes
• You can pair up to 8 BLUETOOTH devices.
If a 9th BLUETOOTH device is paired, the
least recently connected device will be
replaced by the new one.
• Perform pairing for the second and
subsequent mobile devices.
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Tips
INPUT
+/–
/
SW +/–
• You can check the connection status of
the BLUETOOTH function by checking the
BLUETOOTH indicator status (page 7).
• While the BLUETOOTH input is being
selected, the system enters the pairing
mode by pressing the BLUETOOTH button
on the subwoofer shortly.
Listening to Music from the
Paired Mobile Device
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 system
and mobile device has been
established.
4 Start audio playback with the
music app on the connected
mobile device.
Sound is output from the system.
5 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume by pressing
+/– on the remote control.
• Adjust the subwoofer volume by
pressing SW +/– on the remote
control (page 20).
• and / on the remote
control can be used for the
BLUETOOTH function. (Searching
backward or forward by holding
down / does not work.)
1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of
the mobile device to on.
2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select
“BT” or press the BLUETOOTH
button on the subwoofer shortly.
The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes
and the system automatically
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Listening to Music on the
Mobile Device with
Sony | Music Center
What You can Do with Sony |
Music Center
Sony | Music Center is an application for
controlling compatible Sony audio
devices using the mobile device such as
a smartphone or tablet.
For details about Sony | Music Center,
refer to the following URL.
http://www.sony.net/smcqa/
Sony | Music Center allows you to:
– enjoy music at home seamlessly.
– change commonly used settings,
select the input of the system, and
adjust the volume.
– enjoy music content stored on a
smartphone with the system.
– enjoy music visually with your
smartphone display.
Notes
• Before using Sony | Music Center with the
BLUETOOTH function, be sure to set “BT
>” – “BT PW” on the system to “ON”
(page 26).
• What you can control with Sony | Music
Center varies depending on the
connected device. The specification and
design of the application may change
without notice.
2 Connect the system and mobile
device with the BLUETOOTH
function (page 21).
3 Start Sony | Music Center.
4 Operate by following the Sony |
Music Center screen.
Notes
• Use Sony | Music Center of the latest
version. For details about Sony | Music
Center, refer to Google Play or the App
Store. If you cannot connect the system
and a BLUETOOTH device via the
BLUETOOTH function, uninstall Sony |
Music Center and try to connect via the
BLUETOOTH function again.
Using Sony | Music Center
1 Install the free Sony | Music
Center app to the mobile device.
Search for Sony | Music Center at
Google Play or the App Store and
install it onto your mobile device.
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Using the Various Functions
Note
Using the Setup Display
You can set the following items with the menu.
Your settings are retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
1 Press MENU to turn on the menu in the front panel display.
2 Press BACK///ENTER repeatedly to select the item and setting you want.
3 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
Note
You can also turn off the menu by performing an operation other than a menu operation
such as pressing +/–, SW +/–, , etc.
Menu List
The default settings are underlined. They may differ depending on the area.
: Adjusts the sound level of the surround speakers
from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB (0.5 dB interval).
Be sure to set “TTONE” to “ON” for easy adjustment.
Useful for enjoying movies at low sound volume. DRC
applies to Dolby Digital sources.
“ON”: Compresses sound according to the information in
the content.
: Sound is not compressed.
“OFF”
“ON”: The test tone is output from each speaker in
sequence.
: Turns off the test tone.
“OFF”
You can set the output of the speakers of the system.
: The sound is output from all the speakers,
“ON”
regardless of the number of audio channels for the
playback source.
“OFF”: The sound is output from the speakers that
correspond to the audio channel for the playback source.
: Adjusts the distance from the seating position to
“3.0M”
the surround speakers from 1.0 meter to 6.0 meters (0.1
meter interval).
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Menu itemsFunction
Note
“AUD >”
(Audio)
“HDMI>”“CTRL”
“DUAL”
(Dual mono)
“STRM”
(Stream)
(Control for HDMI)
“TVSTB”
(Standby Linked to
TV)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the
system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast
signal.
“MAIN”
“SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be output.
“M/S”: Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages
will be output.
To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV
or other device to the HDMI OUT (ARC) jack with the HDMI
cable (supplied) or the T V IN (OPTICAL) jack with an optical
digital cable (not supplied).
Shows the current audio stream information.
For details of the supported audio formats, see
“Supported Input Audio Formats (HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) or
TV IN (OPTICAL))” (page 38).
: The Control for HDMI function is enabled. Devices
“ON”
connected with an HDMI cable can control each other.
“OFF”: Off.
This function is available when you set “CTRL” to “ON.”
“AUTO”
off automatically when you turn off the TV.
“ON”: The system turns off automatically when you turn
off the TV, regardless of the input.
“OFF”: The system does not turn off when you turn off the
TV.
: Sound of the main language will be output.
: If the input of the system is “ TV”, the system turns
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Menu itemsFunction
Note
Note
Note
“BT >”
(BLUETOOTH)
“USB >”“REPT”
“SYS >”
(System)
“BT PW”
(BLUETOOT H
power)
“BTAAC”
(BLUETOOTH codec
- AAC)
“BTSTB”
(BLUETOOT H
standby)
“INFO”
(BLUETOOT H
device information)
(Play mode)
“ASTBY”
(Auto standby)
“IRRPT”
(IR repeater)
“VER”
(Version)
You can turn the BLUETOOTH function on or off.
“ON”
: Turns the BLUETOOTH function on.
“OFF”: Turns the BLUETOOTH function off.
When the BLUETOOTH function is set to off, the
BLUETOOTH input is skipped while selecting input by
pressing INPUT.
You can enjoy high-quality sound if AAC codec is enabled
and your device supports AAC codec.
“ON”: Enables AAC codec.
: Disables AAC codec.
“OFF”
If changing this setting, the changed setting is reflected
after the next BLUETOOTH connection.
When the system has pairing information, you can turn
the system on and listen to music from a BLUETOOTH
device, even when the system is in standby mode, by
setting the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on.
: BLUETOOTH standby mode is enabled.
“ON”
“OFF”: BLUETOOTH standby mode is disabled.
While the BLUETOOTH standby mode is on, standby
power consumption increases.
The detected BLUETOOTH device name and address
appear in the front panel display.
“NO DEVICE ” appears if the system is not connected to a
BLUETOOTH device.
• “NONE”
• “ONE”: Repeats one track.
• “FLDER”: Repeats all tracks in a folder.
• “SHFFL”: Repeats all tracks in a folder in random order.
“ON”: Turns on the auto standby function. When you do
not operate the system for about 20 minutes, the system
enters standby mode automatically.
: Off.
“OFF”
You can control the TV with the TV remote control via the
Bar Speaker. For details, see “When the TV Remote Control
does not Work” (page 15).
The current firmware version information appears in the
front panel display.
: Plays back all tracks under the current folder.
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Using the Control for
HDMI Function
Connecting a device such as a TV or
Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the
Control for HDMI function* by an HDMI
cable (High Speed HDMI Cable,
supplied) enables you to easily operate
the device by a TV remote control.
The following functions can be used
with the Control for HDMI function.
• System Power Off function
• System Audio Control function
• Audio Return Channel (ARC)
• One-Touch Play function
* Control for HDMI is a standard used by
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for
allowing HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface) devices to control
each other.
Note
These functions may work with devices
other than those manufactured by Sony,
but operation is not guaranteed.
Preparing to Use the Control
for HDMI Function
Set “HDMI>” – “CTRL” on the system to
“ON” (page 25). The default setting is
“ON”.
Enable the Control for HDMI function
settings for the TV and other device
connected to the system.
Tip
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. When
“HDMI>” – “CTRL” on the system is changed
to “ON,” “DONE” appears in the front panel
display.
System Power Off Function
When you turn off the TV, the system
will turn off automatically.
Set “HDMI>” – “TVSTB” on the system to
“ON” or “AUTO” (page 25). The default
setting is “AUTO”.
System Audio Control
Function
If you turn on the system while you are
watching the TV, the TV sound will be
output from the speakers of the system.
The volume of the system can be
adjusted using the TV remote control.
If the TV sound was output from the
speakers of the system the previous
time you watched the TV, the system
will be turned on automatically when
you turn on the TV again.
Operations can also be made by the
TV’s menu. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Notes
• Sound is only output from the TV if other
than “TV” input is selected when using
the Twin Picture function on the TV. When
you disable the Twin Picture function, the
sound is output from the system.
• The number for the sy stem’s volume level
is displayed on the TV screen depending
on the TV. The volume number displayed
on the TV may differ from the number on
the front panel display of the system.
• 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
system may not turn on by interlocking
with the TV power even if the TV is turned
on.
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Audio Return Channel (ARC)
If the system is connected to a TV’s
HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio
Return Channel, you can listen to TV
sound from the speakers of the system
without connecting an optical digital
cable.
Note
If the TV is not compatible with Audio
Return Channel, an optical digital cable
needs to be connected (refer to the
supplied Startup Guide).
One-Touch Play Function
When you play content on a device
(Blu-ray Disc player, “PlayStation®4”,
etc.) connected to the TV, the system
and TV are turned on automatically, the
input of the system is switched to the
input for the TV, and sound is output
from the speakers of the system.
Notes
• If the TV sound was output from the
speakers of the TV the previous time you
watched the TV, the system may not turn
on and the sound and picture 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.
Notes on HDMI
Connections
• Use an HDMI-authorized cable or the
supplied HDMI 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
de vic e if a n im age i s po or or the soun d
does not come out of the device
connected via the HDMI cable.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI
jack may be suppressed by the
connected device.
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Saving Power
Consumption
To use the system while saving power
consumption, change the following
settings.
Turn the System Off by
Detecting the Using State
When you set the auto standby function
to on, the system enters standby mode
automatically when you do not operate
the system for about 20 minutes and
the system is not receiving an input
signal.
Set “SYS >” – “ASTBY” on the system to
“ON” (page 26).
The default setting is “OFF.”
Saving Power in Standby
Mode
To save power consumption during the
standby mode, set “BTSTB”
(BLUETOOTH standby) (page 26) and
“CTRL” (Control for HDMI) (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 system, use
this troubleshooting guide to help
remedy the problem before requesting
repairs. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Power
The system 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 system is turned off
automatically.
The auto standby function is working.
Set “SYS >” – “ASTBY” to “OFF”
(page 26).
The system does not turn on even
when the TV is turned on.
Set “HDMI>” – “CTRL” to “ON”
(page 25). The TV must support the
Control for HDMI function (page 27).
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your TV.
Check the speaker settings of the TV.
The system 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 system may
not turn on by interlocking with the
TV even when the TV is turned on.
The system turns off when the TV is
turned off.
Check the setting of “HDMI>” –
“TVSTB” (page 25). When “TVSTB” is
set to “ON” or “AUTO,” the system
turns off automatically when you turn
off the TV.
The system does not turn off even
when the TV is turned off.
Check the setting of “HDMI>” –
“TVSTB” (page 25). To turn off the
system automatically regardless of
the input when you turn off the TV,
set “TVSTB” to “ON.” The TV must
support the Control for HDMI function
(page 27). For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
Picture
There is no picture or the picture is
not output correctly.
Select the appropriate input
(page 16).
When there is no picture while TV
input is selected, select the TV
channel that you want using the TV
remote control.
Disconnect the HDMI cable, then
connect it again. Make sure that the
cable is firmly inserted.
Sound
No TV sound is output from the
system.
Check the type and connection of the
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. Disconnect the AC power cords
(mains leads) of the TV and the
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system from the AC outlets (mains),
then connect them again.
When the system and TV are
connected with the HDMI cable,
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 system, the Control for HDMI
function is set to on (page 27).
If your TV is not compatible with
Audio Return Channel, connect the
optical digital cable (not supplied)
(refer to the supplied Startup Guide).
If the TV is not compatible with Audio
Return Channel, TV sound will not be
output from the system even if the
system is connected to the TV’s HDMI
IN jack.
If the sound of the device that is
connected to the optical input jack of
the TV is not output, try the following.
– Connect the cable box or satellite
box directly to the TV IN (OPTICAL)
jack of the system.
Press INPUT repeatedly to select the
TV input (page 16).
Increase the volume on the TV or
cancel muting.
Depending on the order in which you
connect the TV and the system, the
system may be muted. If this
happens, turn on the TV first, then the
system.
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 system supports the Dolby
Digital, DTS, and PCM audio formats
(page 38). When you play back
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
system and the TV.
Mute the sound of the system or the
TV.
No sound or only a very low-level
sound is heard from the subwoofer.
Make sure the AC power cord (mains
lead) of the subwoofer is connected
properly (refer to the su pplied Startup
Guide).
Press SW + to increase the
subwoofer volume (page 20).
A subwoofer is for reproducing bass
sound. 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.
When you play content compatible
with copyright protection technology
(HDCP), it is not output from the
subwoofer.
No sound or only a very low-level
sound of the device connected to
the system is heard from the
system.
Press + and check the volume
level (page 9).
or + to cancel the muting
Press
function (page 9).
Make sure the input source is
selected correctly. You should try
other input sources by pressing
INPUT repeatedly (page 16).
Check that all the cables and cords of
the system and the connected device
are firmly inserted.
If the connected device supports the
up-sampling feature, you need to
turn it off.
No sound or only very low-level
sound is heard from the surround
speakers.
Make sure that the cables of the
surround speakers are connected
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properly to the subwoofer (refer to
the supplied Startup Guide).
Check that “SPK >” – “MULTI” is set to
“ON” (page 24). If “SPK >” – “MULTI” is
set to “OFF,” the sound is not output
from the surround speakers when
playing the sound of 2-channel
source.
Multi-channel sound which has not
been recorded as surround sound is
not output from the surround
speakers.
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 system.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
connected device.
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 (page 17).
Check to see if the USB device or a
cable is damaged.
Make sure that the USB device is on.
If the USB device is connected via a
USB hub, disconnect it and connect
the USB device directly to the
subwoofer.
Mobile Device Connection
BLUETOOTH connection cannot be
completed.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator on the subwoofer is lit
(page 7).
Make sure the BLUETOOTH device to
be connected is turned on and the
BLUETOOTH function is enabled.
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the subwoofer.
Pair this system and the BLUETOOTH
device again. You may need to cancel
the pairing with this system using
your BLUETOOTH device first.
If “BT >” – “BT PW” is set to “OFF,” set
to “ON” (page 26).
Pairing cannot be achieved.
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the subwoofer.
Ma ke sure this system 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 this
system.
Pairing may not be possible if other
BLUETOOTH devices are present
around the system. In this case, turn
off the other BLUETOOTH devices.
Sound of the connected
BLUETOOTH mobile device is not
output from the system.
Make sure that the BLUETOOTH
indicator on the subwoofer is lit
(page 7).
Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to
the subwoofer.
If a device that generates
electromagnetic radiation, such as a
wireless LAN device, other
BLUETOOTH devices, or a microwave
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oven is nearby, move the device away
from this system.
Move the USB 3.0 device and its cable
away from this system.
Remove any obstacle between this
system and the BLU ETOOTH device or
move this system away from the
obstacle.
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 control of this system
does not function.
Point the remote control at the
remote control sensor on the
subwoofer (page 7).
Remove any obstacles in the path
between the remote control and the
subwoofer.
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 9).
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 15).
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.
Wait a while, and then try again. If
you unplug the system, 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 system support the Control for
HDMI function.
Enable the Control for HDMI function
of the devices connected to the
system. 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 devi ce (used by
this system)
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“PRTCT” appears in the front panel
display of the subwoofer, the sound
is muted, and buttons on the
remote control or subwoofer other
than (power) do not work.
The protection feature is activated.
Press (power) to turn the system
off and disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead) and check the items
below.
– Make sure that the ventilations of
the subwoofer are not covered and
turn on the system after a while.
– When the system is using the USB
connection, remove the USB device
and turn on the system. If the
system operates properly, the
current of the connected USB device
is over the maximum output current
of the system 500 mA, or the USB
device may have an abnormality.
The front panel display of the
subwoofer is not lit.
P ress DIMMER to set the brightness to
“BRGHT” or “DARK” if set to “OFF”
(page 9).
Sensors of the TV do not work
properly.
The Bar Speaker may block some
sensors (such as the brightness
sensor), the remote control receiver
of your TV or the emitter for 3D
glasses (infrared transm ission) 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 system does not work properly
(“DEMO” appears in the front panel
display).
The system is in demo mode. To
cancel demo mode, reset the system.
Press and hold (power), +, and
on the subwoofer for more than 5
seconds (page 35).
When you change to the TV input
from the USB input by pressing
INPUT, the 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 System
If the system still does not operate
properly, reset the system as follows.
1 Press and hold , +, and on
the subwoofer for more than 5
seconds.
“INIT” appears in the front panel
display, and the settings of the
menu and sound mode, etc. 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
system.
Tip
The default settings are underlined on
each feature description.
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Additional Information
Specifications
Subwoofer
(SA-WS500RF/SA-WS700RF)
Amplifier section
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L + Front R: 85 W + 85 W (at
5.5 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R/Surround L/Surround
R/Center: 152 W (per channel at
The actual range will vary depending on
factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
cordless phone use, reception
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
5)
Abbreviation for Advanced Audio
Coding
4)
, AAC
3)
5)
2)
Speaker section
Speaker system
Subwoofer system, Bass reflex
Speaker
HT-S500RF: 180 mm cone type
HT-S700RF: 200 mm cone type
General
Power requirements
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
On: 140 W
Standby: 0.5 W or less (Power Saving
mode)
(When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” and “BTSTB”
in “BT >” are set to “OFF”)
Dimensions* (approx.) (w/h/d)
HT-S500RF: 207 mm × 402 mm ×
330 mm
HT-S700RF: 231 mm × 438 mm ×
378 mm
* Including projection portion
Mass (approx.)
HT-S500RF: 9.0 kg
HT-S700RF: 10.2 kg
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Compatible iPhone/iPod models
The compatible iPhone/iPod models are as
follows. Update your iPhone/iPod with the
latest software before using with the
system.
Made for:
iPhone X/iPhone 8/iPhone 8 Plus/iPhone
7/iPhone 7 Plus/iPhone SE/iPhone 6s/
iPhone 6s Plus/iPhone 6/iPhone 6 Plus/
iPhone 5s/iPhone 5c/iPhone 5
iPod touch (6th generation)
Bar Speaker
(SS-S500RF/SS-S700RF)
Front L/Front R speaker blocks
Speaker system
2-Way speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker
Woofer: 48 mm × 90 mm cone type
Tweeter: 25 mm balanced dome type
Center speaker block
Speaker system
Full range speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker
Woofer: 48 mm × 90 mm cone type
General
Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)
900 mm × 64 mm × 90 mm
Mass (approx.)
3.0 kg
Surround Speakers
(SS-SS700RF)
Speaker system
2-Way speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker
Woofer: 48 mm × 90 mm cone type
Tweeter: 25 mm balanced dome type
Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)
78 mm × 1200 mm × 78 mm
Mass (approx.)
3.6 kg
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Surround Speakers
(SS-SS500RF)
Speaker system
Full range speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker
48 mm x 90 mm cone type
Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)
91 mm × 216 mm × 91 mm
Mass (approx.)
1.0 kg
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Playable Types of Files
(USB Input)
CodecExtension
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)
WMA9 Standard.wma
LPCM (2ch).wav
Notes
• Some files may not play or may play with
no sound depending on the file format,
the file encoding, or the recording
condition.
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
• The system does not play coded files such
as DRM and Lossless.
• The system can recognize the following
files or folders in USB devices:
– up to 200 folders (including empty
folder and root folder)
– up to 150 tracks in one folder
– up to folders in the 8th layer (including
the root folder)
• Some USB devices may not work with this
system.
• The system can recognize Mass Storage
Class (MSC) devices.
.mp3
Supported Input Audio
Formats (HDMI OUT (TV
(ARC)) or TV IN (OPTICAL))
Audio formats supported by this system
are as follows.
•Dolby Digital
•DTS
•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). When 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 system 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 system and BLUETOOTH
device as closer to each other as
possible.
• The radio waves broadcast by this
system may interfere with the
operation of some medical devices.
Since this interference may result in
malfunc tion, always t urn off the po wer
o n th is sy st em an d B LU ET OO TH de vi ce
in the following locations:
– I n hospitals, on trains, in airplanes, at
gas stations, and any place where
flammable gasses may be present
– Near automatic doors or fire alarms
• This system 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 system.
• BLUETOOTH devices connected with
this system must comply with the
BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
by the Bluetooth SIG, 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 system,
the communications environment, or
surrounding conditions.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your system, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
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Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the system, unplug the system and have
it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains
lead) with wet hands. Doing so may cause
an electric shock.
• Do not climb on the Bar Speaker,
subwoofer and surround speakers as you
may fall down and injure yourself, or
system damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the system, check that
the operating voltage is identical to your
local power supply. The operating voltage
is indicated on the nameplate at the rear
of the subwoofer.
• If you are not going to use the system for
a long time, be sure to disconnect the
system from the wall outlet (mains). To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the system heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this system at high
volume, the system temperature rises
considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do
not touch the system.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
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.
• Do not place the Bar Speaker, subwoofer
and surround speakers on a soft surface
(rugs, blankets, etc.) or place anything at
the rear of the Bar Speaker, subwoofer
and surround speakers that might block
the ventilation holes and cause
malfunctions.
• If the system is being used in combination
with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, noise may
result and picture quality may be
affected. In this case, place the system
away from the TV, VCR, or tape deck.
• Use caution when placing the system 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,
subwoofer and surround speakers.
• Keep 3 cm or more space under the Bar
Speaker and surround speakers when you
hang it on a wall.
On operation
Before connecting other device, be sure to
turn off and unplug the system.
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 system further away from the
TV.
On cleaning
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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On handling the subwoofer
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.
Copyrights and Trademarks
This system incorporates Dolby* Digital
and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
This system incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo
are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
The BLUETOOTH
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and an y use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.
Google Play is a trademark of Google LLC.
Apple, iPhone, iPod, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries. App Store is a
service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
Use of the Made for Apple badge means
that an accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to the Apple product(s)
identified in the badge, and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not
responsible for the operation of this device
or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards.
®
word mark and logos are
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“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.
All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners.
Sony | Music Center 是使用智慧型手機
或平板電腦等行動裝置控制相容 Sony 音
訊裝置的應用程式。
有關 Sony | Music Center 的詳情,請參
閱以下 URL。
http://www.sony.net/smcqa/
Sony | Music Center 能讓您:
– 無縫在家欣賞音樂。
– 變更常用設定,選擇系統輸入及調整音
量。
– 使用系統欣賞智慧型手機中儲存的音樂
內容。
– 使用智慧型手機顯示幕體驗音樂的視覺
享受。
註
• 透過 BLUETOOTH 功能使用 Sony | Music
Center 前,務必將系統上的 “BT >”-“BT
PW”設定為“ON”(第25頁)。
• 您可以使用 Sony | Music Center 控制的操
作視連接的裝置而異。應用程式的規格及設
計如有變更,恕不另行通知。
4 按照 Sony | Music Center 畫面上的指
示操作。
註
• 使用最新版 Sony | Music Center。有關
Sony | Music Center 的詳情,請參閱
Google Play 或 App Store。如果您無法透
過 BLUETOOTH 功能連接系統和 BLUETOOTH 裝
置,請解除安裝 Sony | Music Center,然
後再次嘗試透過 BLUETOOTH 功能連接。
使用 Sony | Music Center
1 將免費 Sony | Music Center 應用程式
安裝到行動裝置。
在 Google Play 或 App Store 上搜尋
Sony | Music Center,然後安裝到行
動裝置。
2 將系統和行動裝置透過 BLUETOOTH 功
能連接(第21頁)。
3 啟動 Sony | Music Center。
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使用各種功能
註
使用設定顯示
您可以使用選單設定下列項目。
即使拔出交流電源線,仍會保留您的設定。
1 按 MENU 開啟前顯示面板上的選單。
2 重複按下 BACK///ENTER 選擇您想要的項目和設定。
3 按 MENU 關閉選單。
註
透過執行選單操作以外的操作,例如按 +/-、SW +/-、 等,也能關閉選單。
選單清單
預設設定會以底線標示。視區域而定,預設設定可能不同。
選單項目功能
“LVL >”
(等級)
“SPK >”
(揚聲器)
“SUR.L”/
“SUR.R”
(左 / 右環繞揚聲器
音量)
“DRC”
(動態範圍控制)
“TTONE”
(測試音)
“MULTI”
(多重揚聲器模式)
“SUR.L”/
“SUR.R”
(左 / 右環繞揚聲器
距離)
“0.0”
:在 -6.0 dB 至 +6.0 dB 的範圍內調整環繞揚聲器的
音量 (調整間隔為 0.5 dB)。
務必將 “TTONE” 設定為 “ON” 以方便調整。
適合以低音量欣賞電影。DRC 適用於 Dolby Digital 來源。
“ON”:根據內容中的資訊壓縮聲音。
:不壓縮聲音。
“OFF”
“ON”:每個揚聲器依序輸出測試音。
:關閉測試音。
“OFF”
您可以設定系統揚聲器的輸出。
:不論播放來源有幾個聲道,都會從所有揚聲器輸出
“ON”
聲音。
“OFF”:從對應播放來源聲道的揚聲器輸出聲音。
:在 1.0 公尺至 6.0 公尺的範圍內調整聆聽位置到
“3.0M”
環繞揚聲器的距離 (調整間隔為 0.1 公尺)。
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選單項目功能
註
註註註
“AUD >”
(音訊)
“HDMI>”“CTRL”
“BT >”
(BLUETOOTH)
“DUAL”
(雙重單聲道)
“STRM”
(串流)
(HDMI 控制)
“TVSTB”
(待機連結至電視
機)
“BT PW”
(BLUETOOTH 電源)
“BTAAC”
(BLUETOOTH 轉碼
器 - AAC)
當系統接收 Dolby Digital 多路廣播訊號時,可以欣賞多路
廣播聲音。
“MAIN”
“SUB”:輸出副語言的聲音。
“M/S”:混合輸出主、副語言的聲音。
若要接收 Dolby Digital 訊號,您需使用 HDMI 連接線 (附
帶)將電視機或其他裝置連接至 HDMI OUT (ARC) 插孔或使用
光纖數位線 (無附帶)連接至 TV IN (OPTICAL) 插孔。