Sony HT-ZF9 Users guide

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Operating Instructions

HT-ZF9

WARNING

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.

CAUTION

Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 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.

For the customers in Europe

Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation. EU Importer: Sony Europe B.V. Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe B.V., Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium.

Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

For this radio equipment, the following restrictions on putting into service or of requirements for authorisation of use apply in BE, BG, CZ, DK, DE, EE, IE, EL, ES, FR, HR, IT, CY, LV, LT, LU, HU, MT, NL, AT, PL, PT, RO, SI, SK, FI, SE, UK, IS, LI, NO, CH, AL, BA, MK, MD, RS, ME, XK, TR: 5150 - 5350 MHz band is restricted to indoor operations only.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC regulation using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters.

This radio equipment is intended to be used with the approved version(s) of software that are indicated in the EU Declaration of Conformity. The software

loaded on this radio equipment is verified to comply with the essential requirements of the Directive 2014/53/ EU. The software version can be found via: Refer to [System Information] under [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [System Settings].

Internet Connection and IP address

Technical data such as IP address [or device details] is used when this product is connected to the internet for software update or receiving third party services. For software updates, these technical data may be comm unicated to our update servers in order to provide you with the software update appropriate to your device. If you do not want such technical data be used at all, do not set-up the wireless internet function and do not connect an internet cable.

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the

European Union and other countries with separate collection systems))

This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbol for lead (Pb) is added if the battery contains more than

0.004% lead. By ensuring that these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help to prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could be caused by inappropriate

waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.

Caution for mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall

Make sure to use the supplied wall mounting brackets when mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall.

Make sure to use the supplied wall mounting brackets when mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall. Do not mount the Bar Speaker on a wall directly. The temperature inside of the Bar Speaker rises considerably, and it may cause damage or malfunction.

Table of Contents

What’s in the Box .......................... 6

What You Can Do with the

System .................................... 8

Guide to Parts and Controls ........10

About the Home Menu ................16

Connecting to a TV or AV Device

Connecting to a TV or AV Device with the HDMI Cable

Connecting Sony TV with the

BLUETOOTH Function

Wirelessly ...............................18

Connecting a TV with an Analog

Audio Cable ........................... 21

Connecting a 4K TV and 4K

Devices ...................................22

Connecting a TV Compatible with

eARC .......................................25

Startup Guide (separate

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document)

Connecting to a Network

Connecting to a Wired

Network ................................ 26

Connecting to a Wireless

Network .................................27

Preparing to Use the System

Mounting the Bar Speaker or Rear

Speaker (not supplied) on a

Wall ....................................... 29

Attaching the Grille Frame ...........32

Connecting the Subwoofer and Rear

Speakers Wirelessly ...............32

When the TV Remote Control does

not Work ............................... 34

Watching Images

Watching TV .................................35

Playing the Connected AV

Device ....................................35

Listening to Music/Sound

Listening to Music/Sound with the

BLUETOOTH® Function ......... 36

Listening to Music on a USB

Device ................................... 38

Listening to Music on your PC via a

Home Network ...................... 39

Listening to the Device Connected

with an Analog Audio

Cable .....................................40

Using Spotify ................................41

Using the MUSIC SERVICE

Button ....................................41

Listening to Music of the Streaming

Service by Using Chromecast

built-in ................................... 42

Listening to Music on the System by

Talking to the Amazon Alexa

Device ................................... 43

Using Sony | Music Center .........44

Connecting the Wireless Multi

Room-Compatible Device

(Wireless Multi Room) .......... 44

Listening to Sound of the

Connected TV or Device from

Headphones ......................... 45

Adjusting the Sound Quality

Enjoying Immersive Surround

Experience (VERTICAL S.) ...... 48

Setting the Sound Effect that is

Tailored to Sound Sources

(Sound Mode) ....................... 49

Making Dialogs Clearer

(VOICE) .................................. 50

Enjoying Clear Sound with Low

Volume at Midnight

(NIGHT) .................................. 50

Adjusting the Volume of the

Subwoofer and Rear

Speakers ................................51

Adjusting the Delay Between the

Picture and Sound .................52

Playing Compressed Audio Files or

CDs by Upscaling to Near HiResolution Sound Quality

(DSEE HX) ............................... 53

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

(AUDIO) ..................................53

Adjusting the Dialog Volume While

the DTS:X Content is Played

Back .......................................54

Using the Control for HDMI Function

Using the Control for HDMI

Function .................................56

Using the “BRAVIA” Sync

Function .................................58

Changing the Settings

Customizing the Speaker Settings

for Surround Sound ...............59

Changing the Brightness of the

Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH Indicator

(DIMMER) ...............................60

Saving Power in Standby

Mode ..................................... 61

Performing Easy Setup ................ 61

Performing Advanced

Settings ..................................62

Updating the Software ................68

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ..........................69

Resetting the System ..................78

Additional Information

Specifications ...............................79

Radio Frequency Bands and

Maximum Output Power ...... 81

Playable Types of Audio Files .....82

Supported Input Audio

Formats ..................................83

Supported HDMI Video

Formats ..................................84

On BLUETOOTH

Communication .....................86

END USER LICENSE

AGREEMENT ..........................87

Precautions .................................. 91

Index ............................................95

What’s in the Box

•Bar Speaker (1)

• Grille frame (1)

• Optical digital cable (1)

• WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (1)

•Subwoofer (1)

• Remote control (1)

• R03 (size AAA) battery (2)

• Wall mounting bracket (2), Screw (2)

•Startup Guide

• Operating Instructions

What You Can Do with the System

“Listening to Music

on a USB Device”

(page 38)

Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable box, satellite box, etc.

“Using the Control for HDMI Function” (page 56) “Using the “BRAVIA” Sync Function” (page 58)

“Connecting the Subwoofer and Rear Speakers Wirelessly” (page 32)

“Watching TV” (page 35) “Playing the Connected AV Device” (page 35)

Basic connection: Refer to “Startup Guide” (separate document). Other connections: See “Connecting to a TV or AV Device” (page 18).

“Connecting Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH Function Wirelessly” (page 18)

Rear speakers (not supplied)

The system supports object-based audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X as well as HDR video formats such as HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision.

“Using Spotify” (page 41)* “Using the MUSIC SERVICE Button” (page 41)

* This service may not be available in

some countries/regions.

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“Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH® Function” (page 36) “Using Sony | Music Center” (page 44)

“Listening to Sound of the Connected TV or Device from Headphones” (page 45)

“Connecting to a Wired Network” (page 26)

Internet

Router

Modem

Wireless LAN router

“Connecting to a Wireless Network” (page 27)

“Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network” (page 39)

“Connecting the Wireless Multi RoomCompatible Device (Wireless Multi Room)” (page 44)

Guide to Parts and Controls

Details are omitted from the illustrations.

Bar Speaker (Main Unit)

Front

 (power) button

Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.

 (input select) button

Selects the input for playback on the system.

 BLUETOOTH button (page 36)  (MUSIC SERVICE) button

(page 41)

This button may not be available in some countries/regions.

 +/– (volume) buttons

 BLUETOOTH indicator

– Flashes quickly in blue: During

pairing standby status

– Flashes in blue: BLUETOOTH

connection is being attempted.

– Lights in blue: BLUETOOTH

connection has been established.

 Front panel display  Remote control sensor

Point the remote control at the

remote control sensor to operate

the system.

Rear

 LAN(100) port  HDMI IN 2 jack

For specifications and notes on connections, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

 HDMI IN 1 jack

For specifications and notes on connections, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

 HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack

Connect a TV that has an HDMI input jack with an HDMI cable. The system is compatible with eARC and ARC. ARC is the function that sends TV sound to an AV device such as the system from the TV’s HDMI jack. eARC is an extension of ARC and enables transmission of the object audio and multi-channel LPCM content that cannot be transmitted with ARC. For details of eARC, see

“Connecting a TV Compatible with eARC” (page 25). For supported audio formats, see “Supported Input Audio Formats” (page 83). For specifications and notes on connections, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

 (USB) port (page 38)  ANALOG IN jack  TV IN (OPT) jack  IR repeater (page 34)

Transmits the remote signal of the TV remote control to the TV.

Subwoofer

 Power indicator

– Flashes slowly in green: The

subwoofer is not connected to the system.

– Lights in green: The subwoofer is

connected to the system.

– Flashes twice repeatedly in green:

The subwoofer is attempting to connect to the system.

– Flashes/lights in orange: The

software is updating.

– Lights in red: The subwoofer is in

standby mode.

– Turns off: The subwoofer is turned

off.

 (power) button

Turns on or off the subwoofer.

 LINK button (page 33)  Ventilation holes

For safety, do not block the

ventilation holes.

Rear Speaker (SA-Z9R) (not supplied)

You can enjoy the surround sound by connecting two rear speakers (not supplied). For connecting, see “Connecting the Subwoofer and Rear Speakers Wirelessly” (page 32).

 Power indicator

– Flashes slowly in green: The rear

speaker is not connected to the

system.

– Lights in green: The rear speaker

is connected to the system.

– Flashes twice repeatedly in green:

The rear speaker is attempting to

connect to the system.

– Flashes/lights in orange: The

software is updating.

– Ligh ts in red: The rear speaker is in

standby mode.

– Turns off: The rear speaker is

turned off.

 (power) button

Turns on or off the rear speaker.

 LINK button (page 33)  Wall mount hole (page 31)  Mounting hole for the general

speaker stand

Remote Control

  (power)

Turns on the system or sets it to

standby mode.

BLUETOOTH (page 37)

TV (page 35)

HDMI1 (page 35)

HDMI2 (page 35)

ANALOG (page 40)

USB (page 38)  AUTO SOUND (page 49)

CINEMA (page 49)

MUSIC (page 49)

GAME (page 49)

NEWS (page 49)

SPORTS (page 49)

STANDARD (page 49)

VOICE (page 50)

VERTICAL S. (page 48)

NIGHT (page 50)  DIMMER (page 60)

(MUSIC SERVICE) button

(page 41)

This button may not be available

in some countries/regions.

/// (page 16)

(enter) (page 16)

BACK (page 16)

OPTIONS (page 52)

Displays the options menu on the

TV screen.

The options menu is not

displayed for the TV input.

HOME (page 16)

 REAR  (rear speakers volume)

+/–

Adjusts the volume of the rear speakers when connecting rear speakers (not supplied).

 (volume) +*/–

Adjusts the volume.

SW  (subwoofer volume) +/–

Adjusts the volume of the subwoofer.

 (muting)

Turns off the sound temporarily.

 DISPLAY

Displays playback information on the TV screen. Playback information is not displayed for the TV input.

 Playback operation buttons

/ (previous/next)

Selects the previous/next track or file. Pressing and holding searches backward or forward (rewind/fast forward) during playback.

 (play/pause)*

Starts, pauses, or re-starts playback (resume play).

 AUDIO* (page 53)

*The AUDIO, , 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.

About the Home Menu

Connecting to a TV or AV Device

Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, satellite box, etc.

Connecting to a TV or AV Device with the HDMI Cable

To connect a 4K TV or 4K devices

See “Connecting a 4K TV and 4K Devices” (page 22).

To connect a TV compatible with eARC

For the connection, refer to Startup Guide (separate document). For the settings, see “Connecting a TV Compatible with eARC” (page 25).

To connect to a TV oth er than the above, 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 system and TV wirelessly.

* The TV needs to be compatible with

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) of the BLUETOOTH profile.

Notes

• If connecting the system and TV by using the BLUETOOTH function, you cannot display the operation screen for the system such as the home menu on the TV screen, and use the function of the system other than the listening function for the sound of the TV or device that is connected to the TV. To use all the functions of the system, connect the system and TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied). For details about connections and operations to listen to TV sound by connecting with the HDMI cable, refer to Startup Guide (separate document).

• This function is available only for Sony TV that is compatible with BLUETOOTH A2DP.

Listening to TV Sound by

BLUETOOTH button



Connecting the System and TV Wirelessly

To connect the system and TV wirelessly, you need to perform pairing of the system 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 Set up the remote control. 2 Turn on the TV. 3 Turn on the system. 4 Press and hold the BLUETOOTH

button on th e mai n uni t and TV on the remote control simultaneously for 5 seconds.

The system enters the pairing mode, “BT” appears in the front

panel display, and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly.

5 On the TV, search the system 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 system and TV by

selecting “HT-ZF9” from the list on the TV screen.

7 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH

indicator on the main unit lights in blue and “TV (BT)” appears in the front panel display.

A connection between the system and TV has been established.

8 Select the program or input of the

device by using the TV remote control.

The sound of the displayed image on the TV screen is output from the system.

9 Adjust the volume of the system

by using the TV remote control.

When pressing the muting button on the TV remote con trol, the sound is muted temporarily.

Notes

• If the TV sound is not output from the system, press TV and check the status of the front panel display and indicators on the Bar Speaker. – “TV (BT)” appears in the front panel

display: The system and TV are connected and TV sound is output from the system.

– The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes

quickly and “BT” appears in the front panel display: Perform pairing on the TV.

– “TV” appears in the front panel display:

Perform steps from the start.

• When you connect the system and TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied), the BLUETOOTH connection is canceled. To connect the system and TV with the BLUETOOTH function again, disconnect the HDMI cable, then perform the connecting operation from the start.

Listening to Sound of the Paired TV

You can turn the system on/off, adjust the volume, and mute the sound by using the TV remote control when connecting the TV to the system wirelessly.

1 Turn the TV on with the TV remote

control.

The system is turned on by interlocking with the TV power, and TV sound is output from the system.

2 Select the program or input of the

device by using the TV remote control.

The sound of the displayed image on the TV screen is output from the system.

3 Adjust the volume of the system

by using the TV remote control.

When pressing the muting button on the TV remote co ntrol, the sound is muted temporarily.

Tip

When the TV is turned off, the system is also turned off by interlocking with the TV power.

About operations with the



SW  +/–

 +/–



REAR  +/–

Sound mode selecting buttons

VOICE VERTICAL S. NIGHT

Smartphone, WALKMAN®, other audio devices, etc.

Analog audio out

Analog audio cable (not supplied)

remote control that is supplied with the system

You can use the following buttons. You can adjust the volume of the subwoofer and rear speakers, and adjust sound quality in addition to turning the system on/off and adjusting volume that can be operated by the TV remote control.

Connecting a TV with an Analog Audio Cable

To connect the following devices to the system, connect them via the ANALOG IN jack on the system. – TVs that do no t hav e an H DMI j ack and

optical digital output jack

– Portable audio devices such as

smartphones and WALKMAN® For listening to the connected device, see “Listening to the Device Connected with an Analog Audio Cable” (page 40).

Notes

• If you select the input other than TV on the remote control supplied with the system, the TV sound is not output from the system. To output the TV sound, press TV on the remote control to change to the TV input.

• During the connecting the TV with the BLUETOOTH function, the following remote control buttons do not work. ///, (enter), OPTIONS, HOME, DISPLAY,  (play/pause), / (previous/next)

Note

If the TV’s headphone jack also serves as an audio output jack, check the audio output settings of the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Connecting a 4K TV and 4K Devices

All HDMI jacks on the system support 4K video format and HDCP2.2 (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection System Revision 2.2). To watch 4K video content, connect the 4K TV and 4K devices to the system via an HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI jack on each device. You can only view 4K video content through the HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI jack connection.

When an HDCP2.2-

HDCP2.2-

compatible

HDMI jack

Blu-ray Disc play er, cable box, satellite box, etc.

HDCP2.2-

compatible

HDMI jack

Compatible HDMI Jack on the TV is Labeled with “eARC” or “ARC”

1 Check which HDMI IN jack on your

TV is compatible with HDCP2.2.

Refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

2 Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible

HDMI IN jack on the TV and HDMI OUT jack on the main unit with the HDMI cable (not supplied).

TV connection is complete.

3 Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible

HDMI OUT jack of the 4K device and HDMI IN jack of the main unit with the HDMI cable (not supplied).

Refer to the operating instructions of the 4K device to check that the HDMI OUT jack of the 4K device is compatible with HDCP2.2. 4K device connection is complete.

When an HDCP2.2Compatible HDMI Jack on the TV is not Labeled with “eARC” or “ARC”

If your TV’s HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI IN jack is not compatible with eARC or ARC, the TV sound is not output from the system. In this case, connect the optical output ja ck of th e T V a nd th e T V I N ( OP T) ja ck on the main unit with the optical digital cable (supplied).

 HDMI cable (not supplied)  HDMI cable (not supplied)

Use an HDMI cable which supports the 4K video format that you want to watch. For details, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

HDCP2.2-

compatible

HDMI jack

Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, satellite box, etc.

HDCP2.2-

compatible

HDMI jack

 HDMI cable (not supplied)  HDMI cable (not supplied)

Use an HDMI cable which supports the 4K video format that you want to watch. For details, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

 Optical digital cable (supplied)

Setting the HDMI Signal Format to Watch 4K Video Content

To watch 4K video content, select the appropriate setting for the connected 4K TV and 4K device.

1 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

3 Select [HDMI Settings] - [HDMI

Signal Format].

The [HDMI Signal Format] screen appears on the TV screen.

4 Select [HDMI IN 1]/[HDMI IN 2]

(select the input that you want to change the setting of), then select the setting you want.

• [Standard format] (default setting): Select when the connected TV and devices support standard bandwidth video formats.

• [Enhanced format]: Select when both the connected TV and devices support high bandwidth video formats such as 4K 60p 4:4:4 etc.

For the relation of the [HDMI Signal Format] setting options, supported video format signals, and HDMI cables to be used, see “Supported HDMI Video Formats” (page 84).

Notes

• Depending on the TV, the TV setting for HDMI output may be required. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• When the picture is not displayed after [HDMI Signal Format] is set to [Enhanced format], set it to [Standard format].

Connecting a TV Compatible with eARC

The system is compatible with eARC (Enhanced Aud io Return Channel). eARC is a new function standardized by HDMI

2.1 and supports latest audio formats in addition to audio formats that are supported with existing ARC (Audio Return Channel). You can enjoy object audio content, such as Dolby Atmos - Dolby TrueHD and DTS:X, or multi-channel LPCM content that cannot be transmitted with ARC by connecting the system and TV compatible with eARC using an HDMI cable. For the connection, refer to Startup Guide (separate document).

Preparing to Use the eARC Function

1 If the HDMI output jack of the

system is labeled with “ARC,” perform a software update (page 68).

The system is compatible with the eARC function if the HDMI output jack of the system is labeled with “eARC/ARC.”

2 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

3 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

4 Select [HDMI Settings] - [eARC] -

[On].

The eARC function is enabled and it works while connecting a TV compatible with eARC. The ARC function works while connecting a TV compatible with ARC (not compatible with eARC).

Notes

• If [eARC] does not appear on the setup display in step 4, perform a software update (page 68).

• When [eARC] is set to [On], make sure of the eARC setting of the connected TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Connecting to a Network

Internet

LAN cable (not supplied)

Server

Router

Modem

Tip

We recommend that you use a shielded straight interface cable (not supplied).

Connecting to a Wired Network

Prepare the network by connecting the system and PC to your home network with a LAN cable.

Connecting to a PC or Router with a LAN Cable

The following illustration is the example for connection of the system and PC to your home network.

Connecting by Obtaining the Network Information Automatically

1 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

3 Select [Network Settings] -

[Internet Settings] - [Wired LAN Settings].

4 Select [Auto].

The system starts network settings and the network setting status appears. Press / to browse information, and then press .

5 Select [Save & Connect].

The system starts connecting to the network. For details, refer to the messages that appear on the TV screen.

Connecting by Using a

Fixed IP Address

Note

The server needs to be connected to the same network as that of the system.

1 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

3 Select [Network Settings] -

[Internet Settings] - [Wired LAN Settings].

4 Select [Manual].

5 Perform the setting by following

the on-screen instructions.

The system starts network settings and the network setting status appears. Press / to browse information, and then press .

6 Select [Save & Connect].

The system starts connecting to the network. For details, refer to the messages that appear on the TV screen.

Note

If you select IPv6, you cannot use a fixed IP address.

Connecting to a Wireless Network

Prepare the network by connecting the system and PC to your wireless LAN router.

Note

The server needs to be connected to the same network as that of the system.

Connecting with the WPS Button

When your wireless LAN router (access point) is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)compatible, you can easily set the network settings with the WPS button.

1 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

3 Select [Network Settings] -

[Internet Settings] - [Wireless LAN Settings].

The list of the network name appears on the TV screen.

4 Select [Wi-Fi Protected Setup™

(WPS)].

5 Select [Start]. 6 Press the WPS button on the

access point.

The system starts connecting to the network.

Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID)

Connecting by Using a Fixed IP Address

If your wireless LAN router (access point) is not compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), check the following information in advance. – The network name (SSID)*

_____________________________________

– The security key (password)**

_____________________________________

* SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that

identifies a particular access point.

**This information should be available

from a label on your wireless LAN router/ access point, from the operating instructions, from the person who set up your wireless network, or from the information provided by your Internet service provider.

1 Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced

Settings] on the home menu.

3 Select [Network Settings] -

[Internet Settings] - [Wireless LAN Settings].

The list of the network name appears on the TV screen.

4 Select the desired network name

(SSID).

5 Enter the security key (or

password) using the software keyboard, and then select [Enter].

The system starts connecting to the network.

Select [New connection registration] [Manual registration] in step 4 of “Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID)”and follow the on-screen instructions.

Connecting by Using a PIN Code

Select [New connection registration] in step 4 of “Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID)” and select [(WPS) PIN Method].

Connecting by Sony | Music Center

Sony | Music Center can connect the system to the same wireless network as that of the mobile device. For details, follow the instruction of the app or refer to the following URL. http://www.sony.net/smcqa/

Preparing to Use the System

Rear speakers

Bar Speaker

Wall mounting bracket

4mm

More than 30 mm

Center of the TV

WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE

Adhesive tape, etc.

Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall

Mounting the Bar Speaker or Rear Speaker (not supplied) on a Wall

You can mount the Bar Speaker or rear speakers 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.

1 Prepare two screws (not supplied)

that are suitable for the hole on the wall mounting bracket (supplied).

2 Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE

(supplied) on a wall.

1 Align TV CENTER LINE () of

WALL MO UNT TEMPLATE w ith the center line of your TV.

2 Align TV BOTTOM LINE () of

WALL MO UNT TEMPLATE w ith the bottom of your TV, then stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE on a wall by using a commercially available adhesive tape, etc.

3 Fasten the wall mounting

Marks ()

368.5 mm

Mark ()

Wall mounting bracket

Screw

brackets (supplied) securely with screws (not supplied) into the marks () on SCREW LINE () of WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE as in the illustration below.

4 Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE. 5 Fasten the screws (supplied)

securely on the rear of the Bar Speaker not to loosen the screws.

6 Hang the attached screws on the

wall mounting brackets.

Align the screws on the rear of the Bar Speaker with the holes of the wall mounting brackets, then hang the Bar Speaker on the wall mounting brackets.

Notes

• When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE, smooth it out fully.

• If the positions of the screws on the rear of the Bar Speaker and holes of the wall mounting bracket do not align, adjust the left-right position of the wall mounting bracket finely.

• Make sure to use the supplied wall mounting brackets when mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall. Do not mount the Bar Speaker on a wall directly. The temperature inside of the Bar Speaker rises considerably, and it may cause damage or malfunction.

• When you do not use WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE, install the Bar Speaker apart from the TV by 70 mm or more.

+ 70 hidden pages

Sony HT-ZF9 Users guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

What’s in the Box

What You Can Do with the System

Guide to Parts and Controls

About the Home Menu

Connecting to a TV or AV Device

Connecting Sony TV with the BLUETOOTH Function Wirelessly

Connecting a TV with an Analog Audio Cable

Connecting a 4K TV and 4K Devices

Connecting a TV Compatible with eARC

Connecting to a Network

Connecting to a Wired Network

Connecting to a Wireless Network

Preparing to Use the System

Mounting the Bar Speaker or Rear Speaker (not supplied) on a Wall