Subwoofer
Operating Instructions
SA-SW3
About compatible
models for the
subwoofer
The SA-SW3 subwoofer works only with the specified
model. For information about compatible models,
visit Sony's website.
In these Operating Instructions, the operations are
described for the subwoofer used with the
compatible model HT-A7000 or HT-A9.
Parts and Controls
Front
Power indicator
– Flashes slowly (green): The subwoofer is not
connected to a compatible model.
– Lights up (green): The subwoofer is connected to
a compatible model.
– Flashes twice repeatedly (green): The subwoofer
is attempting to connect to a compatible model.
– Flashes/lights up (amber): The software is
updating.
– Lights up (red): The subwoofer is in standby
mode.
– Turns off: The subwoofer is turned off.
Note
The brightness of the power indicator syncs with the
DIMMER settings of a compatible model.
Rear
(power) button
LINK button
AC inlet
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Installation
The following illustration is the installation example
to use the subwoofer with the compatible model
HT-A7000 and optional rear speakers.
SA-SW3
1 Install the subwoofer in the place that you
want.
You can install the subwoofer in the place that
you want because the output sound from it has
no directivity.
The above illustration is the example for
installation of the subwoofer.
Tip
To obtain a good surround sound, set the subwoofer
distance from your listening position by using the
setup menu of a compatible model.
For details, refer to the Operating Instructions
supplied with a compatible model.
Connection
Tip
You can connect the optional rear speaker with a
compatible model in the following way when
installing it too.
1 Turn on a compatible model.
2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead)
(supplied) to the subwoofer, and then connect
the cord to the AC outlets (mains).
3 Make sure that the power indicator on the
subwoofer lights in green.
When the power indicator lights in green, the
connection between the subwoofer and a
compatible model is established.
If the connection is not established, connect the
subwoofer to a compatible model manually. For
details, see “If the Connection is not Established
Automatically”.
If the Connection is not Established
Automatically
If you cannot connect the subwoofer to a compatible
model automatically or you use multiple compatible
models and want to specify the compatible model
for connecting the subwoofer, perform the manual
connection.
The following operation is described for the
subwoofer used with the compatible model
HT-A7000 or HT-A9. Use the remote control supplied
with the compatible model HT-A7000 or HT-A9 when
performing this operation.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] on the
home menu.
3 Select [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless Speaker
Settings] - [Start manual linking].
The [Start manual linking] screen appears on the
TV screen.
4 Press LINK on the subwoofer.
The power indicator of the subwoofer that had
LINK pressed flashes twice repeatedly in green.
5 Select [Start].
The manual link starts.
The connecting process appears on the TV screen.
To cancel the manual link, select [Cancel].
6 When [Subwoofer] display [Connected], select
[Finish].
7 Press .
The link is established and the power indicator of
the subwoofer lights in green.
Note
• If you perform [Start manual linking], [Link mode]
of [Wireless Speaker Settings] is set to [Manual]
automatically.
• Only the speakers for which [Connected] has been
displayed in Step 6 connect to a compatible model.
If the connection of the subwoofer cannot be
established, perform the manual connection again.
If Wireless Transmission is Unstable
If you use multiple wireless systems, such as a
wireless LAN, the wireless signals may become
unstable. In this case, the transmission may be
improved by changing the following setting.
The following operation is described for the
subwoofer used with the compatible model
HT-A7000 or HT-A9. Use the remote control supplied
with the compatible model HT-A7000 or HT-A9 when
performing this operation.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Select [Setup] - [Advanced Settings] on the
home menu.
3 Select [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless
Speaker Settings] - [RF Channel].
4 Select the setting you want.
• [On] (default setting): Normally select this. The
system automatically selects the better channel
for transmission. Stronger mode for wireless
interference.
• [Off]: The system selects a channel from the
limited frequency band to prevent external
wireless interference. If sound dropping occurs
while [On] is selected, it may be improved by
selecting [Off].
Note
• If you change the [RF Channel] setting from [Off] to
[On], it may take 1 minute to reconnect.
• A compatible model may not meet this setting
depending on countries/regions where you
purchase it.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties
while using the subwoofer, use this troubleshooting
guide to help remedy the problem before requesting
repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Be sure to bring all of your subwoofer, a compatible
model and optional rear speakers (not supplied)
even if it seems as though only one has a problem,
when you request to repair.
The following solutions are described for the
subwoofer used with the compatible model
HT-A7000 or HT-A9.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard
from the subwoofer.
q Press SW + or BASS + on the remote control of a
compatible model to increase the subwoofer
volume.
q Make sure that the power indicator on the
subwoofer is lit in green.
q If the power indicator on the subwoofer does not
light, try the following.
– Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) of the
subwoofer is connected properly.
– Press (power) of the subwoofer to turn on the
power.
q If the power indicator on the subwoofer flashes
slowly in green or lights in red, try the following.
– Move the subwoofer to a location near a
compatible model so that the power indicator on
the subwoofer lights in green.
– Follow the steps in “If the Connection is not
Established Automatically.”
– Check the wireless connection status. For details,
refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with
a compatible model.
q If the power indicator on the subwoofer flashes in
red, press (power) of the subwoofer to turn off
the power and check whether the ventilation holes
of the subwoofer is blocked or not.
q 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. You can
check the subwoofer sound by emitting the test
tone.
q Set the night mode to off. For details, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with a compatible
model.
q If you change the [RF Channel] setting from [Off]
to [On], it may take 1 minute for the sound to be
output.
Sound skips or has noise.
q If there is a device nearby that generates
electromagnetic waves, such as a wireless LAN or
a microwave oven in use, locate the subwoofer
and a compatible model apart from it.
q If there is an obstacle between the subwoofer and
a compatible model, move or remove it.
q Locate the subwoofer and a compatible model as
close as possible.
q Change the [RF Channel] setting.
q Switch the network connection of the TV or Blu-ray
Disc player from wireless to wired.
Specifications
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
200 W (at 2 ohms, 100 Hz)
Speaker system
Subwoofer speaker system, Bass reflex
Speaker
160 mm cone type
Power requirements
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
On: 40 W
Standby mode: 1 W or less
Turned off: 0.5 W or less
Dimensions (approx.) (w/h/d)
201 mm × 382.5 mm × 402 mm (not including projection
portion)
Mass (approx.)
9.0 kg
Wireless transmitter/receiver section
Communication system
Wireless Sound Specification Version 4.0
Frequency band
5 GHz
Modulation method
OFDM
Radio Frequency Bands and Maximum Output
Power
Frequency band Maximum output power
5150 - 5250 MHz < 18 dBm
5250 - 5350 MHz < 18 dBm
5470 - 5600 MHz < 18 dBm
5650 - 5725 MHz < 18 dBm
5725 - 5850 MHz < 13.98 dBm
Included items
• Subwoofer (1)
• AC power cord (mains lead) (1)
• Operating Instructions (1)
Important information
on software
This product contains software that is subject to the
GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser
General Public License (“LGPL”). These establish that
customers have the right to acquire, modify, and
redistribute the source code of said software in
accordance with the terms of the GPL or the LGPL.
For the method to confirm the GPL, LGPL and other
software licenses contained in the subwoofer, please
refer to the Operating Instructions of a compatible
model.
When you use the compatible model HT-A7000 or
HT-A9, please refer to [Software License Information]
under
Settings] on the home menu.
You may find a copy of the relevant source code as
required under the GPLv2 (and other licenses) at
https://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux
You may obtain the source code as required by the
GPLv2 on a physical medium from us for a period of
three years after our last shipment of this product by
applying through the form at
https://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux
This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this
information.
Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to
any inquiries regarding the content of this source
code.
All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
WARNING
Do not install the subwoofer 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 subwoofer with newspapers,
[Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [System
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the subwoofer to naked flame sources
(for example, lighted candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this subwoofer to dripping or splashing, and
do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on the subwoofer.
The subwoofer is not disconnected from the mains
as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the
subwoofer itself has been turned off.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the
subwoofer from the mains, connect the subwoofer to
an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the subwoofer, disconnect the main
plug from the AC outlet immediately.
Do not place this product close to medical
devices
This product (including accessories) has magnet(s)
which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable
shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other
medical devices. Do not place this product close to
persons who use such medical devices. Consult your
doctor before using this product if you use any such
medical device.
Indoor use only.
For models with the CE marking or UKCA
marking located on the subwoofer
The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only
those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in
the countries EEA (European Economic Area) and
Switzerland.
The validity of the UKCA marking is restricted to only
those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in
the UK.
For the customers in Europe
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to
equipment sold in countries applying EU
directives and/or UK applying relevant
statutory requirements
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf
of Sony Corporation.
EU and UK 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.
Inquiries to the UK Importer or related to product
compliance in the UK should be sent to the
manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony
Europe B.V., The Heights, Brooklands, Weybridge,
Surrey KT13 0XW, United Kingdom.
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:
https://compliance.sony.eu
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this
equipment is in compliance with the UK relevant
statutory requirements.
The full text of the declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address:
https://compliance.sony.co.uk
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, UK(NI), IS, LI, NO, CH, AL, BA,
MK, MD, RS, ME, XK, TR:
5150 - 5350 MHz band is restricted to indoor
operations only.
This radio equipment is intended to be used with the
approved version(s) of software that are indicated in
the Declaration of Conformity. The software loaded
on this radio equipment is verified to comply with
the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment
Regulations.
The software version can be found in
[Advanced Settings] - [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless
Speaker Settings] - [Software Version] on the home
menu of a compatible model.
[Setup] -
Disposal of old electrical &
electronic equipment
(applicable in the European
Union and other countries
with separate collection
systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the appropriate collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring that
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help to
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. The recycling of materials will help to
conserve natural resources. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
This equipment should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator over 20 cm away from person’s
body.
For the customers in Australia or New
Zealand
It should be installed and operated with at least
20cm and more between the radiator and person’s
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).
For the customers in Australia and India
Disposal of old electrical &
electronic equipment
(applicable in the European
Union and other countries
with separate collection
systems)
Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the subwoofer,
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Do not climb on the subwoofer, as you may fall down and
injure yourself, or the subwoofer damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the subwoofer, 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 subwoofer for a long time,
be sure to disconnect the subwoofer from the wall outlet
(mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),
grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet (mains)
only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a
qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
• Although the subwoofer heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this subwoofer
at high volume, the subwoofer temperature at the rear and
bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do
not touch the subwoofer.
On placement
• Do not place the subwoofer near heat sources or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
shock.
• Do not place metal objects other than a TV around the
subwoofer. Wireless functions may be unstable.
• If the subwoofer is being used in combination with a TV,
VCR, or tape deck, noise may result and picture quality may
suffer. In such a case, place the subwoofer away from the
TV, VCR, or tape deck.
• Use caution when placing the subwoofer on a surface that
has been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.), as
staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
• The speakers of this subwoofer are not of magnetically
shielded type. Do not place magnetic cards on the
subwoofer or near it.
If you encounter color irregularity on a
nearby TV screen
Color irregularities may be observed on certain types of TV
sets.
On cleaning
Clean the subwoofer 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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