Sony Model HT-BE1 User Manual

4-240-621-12(3)

Home Theater System

Operating Instructions

HT-BE1

WARNING Welcome!

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet

Don’t throw away the battery with general house waste,

correctly as chemical waste.

dispose of it

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Home Theater System. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Precautions

On safety

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the system for a long time, be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• AC power cord must only be changed at the qualified service shop.

On placement

• Do not place the system in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

On adjusting volume

• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.

On cleaning

• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On your TV’s color

• If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist, place the speakers further away from the TV.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Table of Contents

WARNING.......................................................................................................... 2

Welcome!........................................................................................................... 2

Precautions........................................................................................................ 3

Getting Started................................................................. 5

Unpacking.......................................................................................................... 5

Hookup .............................................................................................................. 6

Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 12

Operations .....................................................................15

Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................... 15

Selecting the Sound Field................................................................................ 17

Adjusting the tone quality................................................................................. 19

Playing DVD discs............................................................................................ 21

Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote .................................................. 22

Turning off the power automatically ................................................................. 23

Additional Information....................................................... 24

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 24

Specifications................................................................................................... 26

Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 27

This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat.

No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems,

Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Subwoofer (1)

• Satellite speakers (5)

• Speaker cords (3 m × 3, 8 m × 2)

• Optical digital cord (1) (North American, Mexican, and Asian models only)

• Coaxial digital cord (1) (European models only)

• Remote commander (remote) RM-BE1 (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system.

Getting Started

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you will not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Hookup

Speaker installation

For best performance, we recommend speaker placement as shown.

Center speaker

Place on the top of or below the TV.

Subwoofer

Place anywhere within the front listening area.

Front speakers

Place on both sides of the TV equal distances apart.

Rear speakers

Place right beside or slightly behind your listening position, and a little higher than your ears.

Connecting the Satellite speakers

Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. Use the five supplied cords to connect the satellite speakers. Connect them to their correct jacks. The connectors of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the terminals to be connected. Connect the red cord to the FRONT (R) speaker, the green cord to the CENTER speaker, the white cord to the FRONT (L) speaker, the black cord to the REAR (R) speaker, and the blue cord to the REAR (L) speaker. Each speaker cord has two different size jacks. Connect the big one (A) to the subwoofer, and the small one (B) to the satellite speaker by matching the indication + and – on the cord to those of the terminals.

Getting Started

Front speaker (R)

Red

Gray

Subwoofer

UDIO IN

AL COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

Center speaker

Green

SPEAKER

FRONT R CENTER

REAR R REAR L

FRONT L

Front speaker (L)

White

Blue

USB

AUDIO IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

FRONT R CENTER

REAR R REAR L

SPEAKER

FRONT L

to AC outlet (mains)

Rear speaker (R)

Rear speaker (L)

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Adjusting the angle of the satellite speakers

You can adjust the angle of the supplied satellite speakers if necessary.

1 Loosen the screw at the bottom of the speaker.

2 Tighten the screw again after adjusting the angle of the speaker.

Note

When you loosen or tighten the screw at the bottom of the speaker, use an appropriate driver.

Installing the satellite speakers on the wall

1 Remove the screw at the bottom of the

speaker.

2 Turn the speaker stand opposite 180˚,

and then lightly tighten the screw.

Note

Do not turn the speaker stand more than 180˚. The cord may become disconnected.

3 Tighten the screw again after adjusting

the angle of the speaker.

Getting Started

4 Install the speaker on the wall.

Install screws (not supplied) in the wall and mount the satellite speaker by the hollow for the screw in the bottom of speaker. You can adjust the angle of the satellite speakers by selecting the hollow on the speaker. The middle hollow is used to attach the speaker straight on the wall. The right or left hollow is used to attach the speaker on the wall at an angle.

Notes

• When you loosen or tighten the screw at the bottom of the speaker, use an appropriate driver.

• Be sure that the cord between the satellite speaker stand and the speaker is not pinched.

• If you install the speaker to a wall, make sure the wall you install to is strong enough. Since the speaker is

heavy, it is dangerous if it falls. Sony cannot take any responsibility for any injury or damage during installation of those speakers.

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