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Home TheatreSystem

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electricshock, do not expose this apparatus torain or moisture.

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

Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not beexposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or thelike.

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

For the customers in the U.S.A

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~ RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK I~ DO NOT OPEN •

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

00 NOT REMOVE COVE.A (OR BACK)

NO USER·SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEl.

~ This symbol is intended to alert the user to~ the presence of uninsulated "dangerous

voltage" within the product's enclosure thatmay be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk ofelectric shock to persons.

l' This symbol is intended to alert the user to~ the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance.

For the customers in CanadaTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objectsfilled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianICES-003.

Important Safety InstructionsI) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding-type plug. A polarized plug has twoblades with one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third groundingprong. The wide blade or the third prong areprovided for your safety. If the provided plug doesnot fit into your outlet, consult an electrician forreplacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on orpinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit from theapparatus.

II) Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by the manufacturer, or sold with theapparatus. When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus combination to avoidinjury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power-supply cord orplug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus hasbeen exposed to rain or moisture, does not operatenormally, or has been dropped.

WARNINGThis equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device. pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates. uses. and can radiate radiofrequency energy and. if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions. may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However. thereis no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception.which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on. the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver isconnected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radiorrVtechnician for help.

CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modificationsnot expressly approved in this manual could void yourauthority to operate this equipment.

Owner's RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear of theactive subwoofer. Record the serial numbers in the spacesprovided below. Refer to them whenever you call uponyour Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No• .;.,,;H~T-....;:C;..,;T....;:1....:::0-=-O _

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

* Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories.Dolby. Pro Logic and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent#'s: 5,451,942; 5.956.674; 5.974,380; 5.978.762;6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patentsissued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surroundare registered trademarks and the DTS logos andSymbol are trademarks of DTS. Inc. © 1996-2007DTS. Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This system incorporates High-Definition MultimediaInterface (HDMITM) technology.

HOM!, the HDMI logo and High-DefinitionMultimedia Interface are trademarks or registeredtrademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

"BRAVIA" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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Precautions• Use caution when placing the system on surfaces that

have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.)as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

On safety• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system,

unplug the system and have it checked by qualifiedpersonnel before operating it any further.

• Do not climb on the active subwoofer, as you may falldown and injure yourself, or system damage mayresult.

On power sources• Before operating the system, check that the operating

voltage is identical to your local power supply. Theoperating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at therear of the active subwoofer.

• Ifyou 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 (mainslead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for thepurpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet(mains) only one way. If you are unable to insert theplug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only atthe qualified service shop.

• Install this system so that the power cord can beunplugged from the wall socket immediately in theevent of trouble.

On heat buildupAlthough the system heats up during operation, this isnot a malfunction. If you continuously use this systemat a large volume, the system temperature of the backand bottom rises considerably. To avoid burningyourself, do not touch the system.

On placement• Place the system in a location with adequate

ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong thelife of the system.

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

• Do not place anything under the speakers that mightblock the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

• Do not place the system near equi pment such as a TV,VCR, or tape deck. (If the system is being used incombination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and isplaced too close to that equipment, noise may result,and picture quality may suffer. This is especiallylikely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, werecommend using an outdoor antenna.)

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On operationBefore connecting other components, be sure to turn offand unplug the system.

If you encounter color irregularity ona nearby TV screenColor irregularities may be observed on certain types ofTV sets.

If color irregularity is observed...Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 15 to 30minutes.

If color irregularity is observedagain••.Place the active subwoofer or satellite speaker furtheraway from the TV set.

On cleaningClean the system with a soft dry cloth. Do not use anytype of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent suchas alcohol or benzine.

If you have any question or problem concerning yoursystem, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Table'of'Content.'

Precautions 4

Getting StartedSupplied accessories 6Installing the system 7Connecting components with HDMI

jacks 9Connecting components without HDMI

jacks 11Setting up the sound output of the

connected component 12Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT

adapter 13

Playback OptionsIndex to parts and controls 14Enjoying TV 17Enjoying other components 18

Surround FunctionEnjoying the surround effect.. 20

"BRAVIA" Sync FeaturesWhat is "BRAVIA" Sync? 21Preparing for the "BRAVIA" Sync 21Enjoying Blu-ray DiscIDVD 24

(One-Touch Play)Enjoying the TV sound from the

speakers 24(System Audio Control)

Turning off the TV, system and connectedcomponents 26(System Power Off)

Advanced SettingsControlling the connected Sony

components with the remote 27Changing the input button assignments of

the remote 29Setting up the speakers leveL 31Settings and adjustments using the

amplifier menu 31

Additional InformationTroubleshooting 36Specifications 38Glossary 39Index 41

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Getting Started

Supplied acc~ssories\~

Please check the following accessories in thepackage.

Optical cable (2.5 m) (8 feet 2 inches) (1)

Remote commander (RM·AAU029) (1)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Operating Instructions (1)

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Inserting batteries into theremote

You can control the system using the suppliedremote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries bymatching the + and - ends on the batteries to themarkings inside the compartment.

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

• 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 light fromthe sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause amalfunction.

• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extendedperiod of time, remove the batteries to avoid possibledamage from battery leakage and corrosion.

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Install an active subwoofer and a satellitespeaker as shown in the illustration below.When you install the active subwoofer, allow fora space of at least 30 cm (12 inches) on the activesubwoofer's right side.

To install the satellite speaker onthe wall

You can install the satellite speaker on the wall.

1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that aresuitable for the hook on the back of thesatellite speaker. See the illustrationsbelow.

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Hook on the back of the satellite speaker

2 Fasten the screws to the wall. Thescrews should protrude 6 to 7 mm(approx. 1/4 inches).

em• Do not block the heat ventilation on the rear panel of

the active subwoofer.

To hang the satellite speakeronto the TV stand

You can hang the satellite speaker onto thefollowing TV stand models (not supplied):

• SU-FL300M

• SU-FL300LUse the speaker hook (supplied with the TVstand) to hang the satellite speaker onto the TVstand, in the same way as for SS-CT74. Fordetails, refer to the operating instructionssupplied with the TV stand.

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3 Hang the satellite speaker onto thescrews.

Align the hooks on the back of the satellitespeaker to the screws, then hang the satellitespeaker onto the two screws.

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• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material andstrength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile,attach the screws securely to a wall beam. Install thesatellite speaker on a vertical and flat reinforced areaof the wall.

• Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealersor licensed contractors and pay special attention tosafety during the installation.

• Sony is not responsible for accidents or damagecaused by improper installation, insufficient wallstrength, improper screw installation or naturalcalamity, etc.

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Connecting the system

Connect the active subwoofer and the satellitespeaker as shown in the illustration below.

Rear of the active subwoofer

Speaker cord(approx. 3 m (10 feet))

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Connect the speaker cord to the activesubwoofer.

Secure the jack by tightening the two screws.

Connecti'ng COIII~p~rlentswithHDMI jacks ....

We recommend that you connect components tothe system using an HOMI cable.With HOMI, you can easily enjoy both highquality sound and high quality images.

However, it is necessary to connect the audiooutput of the TV to the audio input of thesystem using an optical cable or an audio cord

in order listen to the TV's sound from thesystem.

For details on the Control for HOMI function,refer to ""BRAVIA" Sync Features"(page 21).Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) afteryou have finished connecting all components tothe system.

TV monitor, projector, etc.

Satellite tuner

Audio/videosignal

Audio/video signal

OVO player (recorder)

Audio/videosignal

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Audio signal

Audiolvideosignal

Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), "PlaySlalion 3"

o HOMI cable (not supplied)o Optical cable (supplied)e Audio cord (not supplied)

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• Refer to page 11 for how to connect a componentwithout an HDMI jack.

• The HDMI jack has priority when you connect thecomponent to the system using HDMI, INPUTCOAX and INPUT OPT together.

• The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connectboth the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPTand AUDIO jack of the system.

Notes on HDMI connections

• You can enjoy high quality images using anHOMI cable with an HOMI logo. Werecommend that you use a Sony HOMI cable.

• Check the setup of the connected component ifan image is poor or the sound does not comeout of a component connected via the HOMIcable.

• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length,etc.) transmitted from an HOMI jack may besuppressed by the connected component.

• Sound may be interrupted when the samplingfrequency or the number of channels of audiooutput signals from the playback component isswitched.

• When the connected component is notcompatible with copyright protectiontechnology (HOCP), the image and/or thesound from the HOMI TV OUT jack may bedistorted or may be not output.In this case, check the specification of theconnected component.

• We do not recommend using an HOMI-OVIconversion cable.

• No matter what input is selected for the system,video signals from the HOMI input jack (BO,OVO, SAT) that was selected last time areoutput from the HOMI TV OUT jack.

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Connecting cOl,l1ponen_switllout HDMI jack's

When you connect a OVO player (recorder),satellite tuner, "PlayStation 2", etc., that has noHOMI jacks, connect to the system using theINPUT OPT or INPUT COAX jack.If the satellite tuner does not have the OPTICALOUT jack, connect the system using the INPUT

COAX jack. In this case, it is not necessary toconnect all the cables. Connect the audio cordsaccording to the jacks of your components.Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.* "PlayStation 2" is a trademark of Sony Computer

Entertainment Inc.

TV monitor, projector, etc.

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Audio signal

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DVD player (recorder), "PlayStation 2", etc. Satellite tuner

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• The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connectboth the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPTand AUDIO jack of the system.

If you connect any of thecomponents with HDMI jacks,and the Control for HDMI functionis set to on

Set "CTRL: HDMI" to "OFF' in the AMP menuof the system for the component connected to thesystem using the INPUT OPT or INPUT COAXjack (except a TV) individually. For details, referto "Setting the Control for HDMI function to offfor a component without HDMI jacks"(page 23).

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Depending on the audio output settings of theconnected component, the sound may output in 2channel sound format only. In this case, set theconnected component to output the sound inmulti channel sound format (PCM, DTS, DolbyDigital). For details on audio output settings,refer to the operating instructions supplied withthe connected component.

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Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

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You can enjoy sound from the connectedcomponent on the system by connecting theDIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter

cmD• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA

PORT adapter while the system is turned on.

• When you connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORTadapter, be sure the connector is inserted with thearrow mark facing toward the arrow mark on theDMPORT jack. To detach the DIGITAL MEDIAPORT adapter, press and hold" and then pull out theconnector.

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Playback Options

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For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.

Top panel (Active 5ubwoofer)

[I] 1/6 (on/standby)

Press to tum the system on or off.

[l] INPUT SELECTORPress to select the input source to play back.

@] VOLUME +/-Press to adjust the volume level.

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Front panel display (Active subwoofer)

About the indications in the front panel display

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POWER IACTIVE STANDBY

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rn POWER I ACTIVE STANDBY indicator

Lights as follows:

Green: The system is turned on.Amber: Control for HDMI function is

working while the system is turnedoff.

Off: The system is turned off, and theControl for HDMI function is notworking.

[2] Lights up according to the audio inputsignals.

~ SLEEP (35)Flashes when the sleep timer function isactive.

~ HDMI (9, 37)Lights up when the HDMI equipment isbeing used.

[ID COAx/OPTLights up according to the cable which youare using.

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Remote control

Here describes the buttons for amplifieroperation only. See page 27 for the buttons foroperation of the connected components.

m:mI• Point the remote at the remote sensor II on the

satellite speaker.

* The 5, C> and MASTER VOL + buttons have atactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation.

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[I] 1/6 (on/standby)

Press to tum the system on or off.

[g] Input buttons

Press one of the buttons to select thecomponent you want to use.The buttons are factory assigned to controlSony components. You can change thefactory settings of the input buttons to suitthe components in your system. For details,refer to "Changing the input buttonassignments of the remote" (page 29).

~ SOUND FIELD

Press to select the sound field (page 20).

~ LEVEL MODE

Press to adjust the level of the center speakerand the subwoofer (page 31).

[ID AMP MENU

Press to display the menu of the system(page 31).

[§] MUTING

Press to tum off the sound.

[lJ MASTER VOL +/-Press to adjust the volume.

[ID +-,1', .... , ~ or 8.:)Press +-, 1', ..... or'" to select the settings.Then press 8.:) to enter the selection.

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TV(white)

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MASTERVOL +/-

1 Turn on the TV and choose a program.

Refer to the operating instructions of yourTV for details.

2 Turn the system on.

3 Press TV (white) on the remote.

4 Adjust the volume of the system.

• When you connect a Sony TV, the audio input of theTV is switched and the image from the TV tuner isdisplayed on the TV screen automatically, by pressingthe TV (white) button. To change this setting, refer to"Changing the input button assignments of theremote" (page 29).

• The sound may be output from the TV's speaker. Inthis case, tum the volume of the TV's speaker downto the minimum.

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Enjoying otller'components.

Inputbuttons

SOUNDFIELD

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Enjoying satellite tuner

1 Turn on the TV.

Refer to the operating instructions of yourTV for details.

2 Turn the satellite tuner and the systemon.

3 Press SAT on the remote.

4 Change the TV input.

Refer to the operating instructions of yourTV for details.

5 Adjust the volume of the system.

• The sound may be output from the TV's speaker. Inthis case, tum the volume of the TV's speaker downto the minimum.

Enjoying Blu-ray Disc, DVD or"PlayStation 3"

1 Turn on the TV.

2 Turn the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player(recorder) or "PlayStation 3" and thesystem on.

3 Press BD or DVD on the remote.

4 Change the TV input.

Refer to the operating instructions of yourTV for details.

5 Play back the disc.

imI• Even if you playback Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital

Plus or DTS HD with a connected componentcompatible with these sound formats, the systemaccepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. When you playbackthese high-quality sound formats, set the connectedcomponent to output the sound in multi channel PCM,if possible.

Enjoying a connectedcomponent through DMPORTconnection

1 Press DMPORl on the remote.

2 Start playback of the connectedcomponent.

• When listening to MP3 or other compressed musicfiles using a portable audio source, you can enhancethe sound. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until "P.AUDIO" appears in the front panel display.

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Available sound fields

* "P. AUDIO" appears only when DMPORT isselected for the input source to playback.

• The sound fields memorized for each input areretained even if you disconnect the AC power cord(mains lead).

• Multi-channel sound is processed by the surroundfeature in any sound field. Also, multi-channel soundis processed by the surround feature for any sound in"MOYIE" or "SPORTS."

Surround Function

.Enjoyigg the surround",'i.e,.">'.' I

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Selecting the sound field

This system can create multi channel surroundsound. You can select one of the optimizedsound fields from system's preprogrammedsound fields.

SOUNDFIELD

Press SOUND FIELD.

The present sound field appears.Each time you press the SOUND FIELD button,the display changes cyclically as follows:

STANDARD -- MOVIE -- MUSIC -­SPORTS -- GAME -- P.AUDIO*Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the soundfield you want appears.

Sound field

STANDARD

MOYIE

MUSIC

SPORTS

GAME

P. AUDIO*

Effect

You can enjoy normalsound.

You can enjoy powerfulsound in which low­pitched sound isemphasized, withenhanced presence.

This sound field is the bestfor listening to music, andyou can enjoy the fullsurround soundexperience.

You can enjoy theatmosphere of a game, andlisten to the exciting play­by-play description.

This sound field is best forplaying video games.

You can enjoy enhancedsound when you listen toMP3 or other compressedmusic files using a portableaudio source.

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Inputbuttons

AMPMENU

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1 Make sure that the system is connectedto the TV and the connectedcomponents (which should becompatible with the Control for HOMIfunction) using HOMI cables (notsupplied).

2 Turn on the system, the TV and theconnected components.

To use the "BRAVIA" Sync, set the Control forHOMI function to on for the system and theconnected component.When you connect a Sony TV with the Controlfor HOMI function, the Control for HOMIfunction for the system and the connectedcomponent can be set simultaneously by settingthe Control for HOMI function of the TV.

"BRAVIA" Sync is compatible with a Sony TV,Blu-ray OisclDVO player, AV amplifier, etc.,with the Control for HOMI function.

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"BRAVIA" Sync Features

• When you connect this system to a componentwhich is not correspond with the Control forHOMI function.

• When you connect the system and componentsusing other than HOMI connection.

The Control for HDMI function willnot operate in the followingcases:

CONTROL FOR HOMI is a mutual controlfunction standard used by CEC (ConsumerElectronics Control) for HOMI (High-DefinitionMultimedia Interface).

• Depending on the connected component, the Controlfor HDMI function may not work. See the operatinginstructions of the component.

We recommend that you connect this system toproducts featuring "BRAVIA" Sync.

By connecting Sony components that arecompatible with the "BRAVIA" Sync with anHOMI cable (not supplied), operation issimplified as below:

• One-Touch Play: When you play back acomponent such as a Blu-ray Oisc/OVO player(recorder), the system and the TV are turned onautomatically and switch to the appropriateHOMI input.

• System Audio Control: While watching TV,you can select to output the sound from the TVspeaker or the speakers of the system.

• System Power Off: When you tum offthe TV,the system and the connected components arealso turned off simultaneously.

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3 Select the input of the systemconnected to the component you wantto watch (80, OVO, SAT), and switchthe HOMI input of the TV, so that animage from the connected componentis displayed.

4 Set the Control for HOMI function of theTV to on.

The Control for HOMI function for thesystem and the connected component issimultaneously set to on.

Ouring the setting, "SCANNING" appearsin the front panel display. After you finishthe setting, "COMPLETE" appears in thefront panel display. Wait until the setting iscomplete.

If "SCANNING" or "COMPLETE"does not appear after performingthe steps above

Set the Control for HOMI function to on for thesystem and the connected componentindividually.

1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press ~/1' repeatedly until "SET HOMI"appears, then press c:B or~.

3 Press ~/1' repeatedly until "CTRL:HOMI" appears, then press c:B or~.

4 Press ~/1' to select "ON."

5 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off. The Control forHOMI function is set to on.

6 Set the Control for HOMI function of theconnected component to on.

For details on setting the connectedcomponent, refer to its operatinginstructions.

7 Select the input of the systemconnected to the component you wantto use the Control for HOMI function for(80, OVO, SAT), and repeat step 6.

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If you add or reconnect thecomponent

Perform steps of "Preparing for the "BRAVIA"Sync" and "If "SCANNING" or "COMPLETE"does not appear after performing the stepsabove" again.

• During the setting of the Control for HOMI functionfor the system, the System Audio Control functiondoes not work.

• If the Control for HOMI function for the connectedcomponent cannot be set simultaneously by setting"CONTROL FOR HOMI" of the TV, set the Controlfor HOMI function using the menu of the connectedcomponent.

• For details on setting the TV and the connectedcomponents, refer to their operating instructions.

• The default setting of the Control for HOMI functionof the system is "OFF."

Setting the Control for HDMIfunction to off for acomponent without HDMIjacks

To listen to the sound of the component withoutHDMI jacks when the Control for HDMIfunction is set to on, set it to off for thatcomponent individually.

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1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press +/1' repeatedly until "SET HOMI"appears, then press 8 or ~.

3 Press +/1' to select the component youwant to set the Control for HOMIfunction to off for (OVO CTRL, SATCTRL or OMPORT. CTRL), then press0J or~.

4 Press +/1' to select "OFF."

5 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

• Unless the Control for HDMI function is set to off fora component without HDMI jacks, the sound of thatcomponent may not be output from the system.

• When you connect the video output of the DIGITALMEDIA PORT adapter to the video input of the TV,set the "DMPORT. CTRL" to "OFF."When you connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORTadapter without video output jack, set the "DMPORT.CTRL" to "ON."

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EnjoyIng Blu-ray DiscLDVD' 'j> . -;. > ~ .- ••• -_.. .~ • '

(One-Touch Play)

Play back a connected component.

The system and the TV are turned onautomatically and switch to the appropriateHDMI input.

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(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakersof the system by means of a simple operation.For details, see the operating instructions of theTV.

• Depending on the TV, the start of the content may notbe output.

• You can enjoy the Blu-ray DisclDVD player(recorder) connected to the system, even if you turnthe system off. The POWER / ACTIVE STANDB Yindicator lights up in amber at this time.

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Inputbuttons

AMPMENU

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Press 1/(9 to turn on the system.

The sound is output from the speaker of thesystem. The sound is output from the TV'sspeaker when you tum the system off.

• When the TV is turned on before this system is turnedon, the TV sound wiIl not be output for a moment.

• When you connect a TV that does not have SystemAudio Control function, the System Audio Controlfunction does not work.

• You can adjust the volume and turn off the sound ofthe system using the TV remote.

Using the Volume Limitfunction

Using the input buttons of theremote

-• You can control connected Sony components by

pressing the input buttons. For details, refer to"Controlling the connected Sony components with theremote" (page 27).

The input buttons (TV (white), BO, OVO, SAT)work as follows when the Control for HOMIfunction is set to on.

• BO, OVO, SAT: Since the input of the TV isalso switched automatically, you can watch theimage of the selected component on the TVsimply by pressing the buttons.

• TV: The input of the TV switchesautomatically. When you connect a Sony TV,you can watch the TV simply by pressing thebuttons.

Press ..../1' repeatedly until "SET HOMI"appears, then press 8) or~.

Press ..../1' repeatedly until "VOL LIMIT"appears, then press 8) or ~.

Press ..../1' to select the maximumvolume level you want.

The maximum volume level changes asfollows:

4

3

When the System Audio Control function isactive, and the output method changes from theTV speaker to the system speaker automatically,loud sound may be output depending on thevolume level of the system. You can prevent thisby limiting the maximum volume level.

1 Press AMP MENU.

2

MAX ...-. 49 ...-. 48.....2 ...-. I ...-. MIN

5 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

mmI• This function is available only when the Control for

HDMI function is set to on.

• This function is not available when the output methodchanges from the system speaker to the TV speaker.

• We recommend that you set the maximum volumelevel to a little lower than the volume you usuallylisten to.

• Regardless of the maximum volume level you set, theVOLUME +/- button of the system and the MASTERVOL +/- button of the remote are operable.

• If you do not want to limit the maximum volumelevel, select "MAX."

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·~Turning off the TV, system J.. ,; ~,;". ,

and: connect'ed:~omponents;

(System Power Off)

When you tum the TV off by using the POWERbutton on the TV's remote, the system and theconnected components turns off automatically.Also, when you tum the TV off by using thesystem's remote, the system and the connectedcomponents tum off automatically.

TV(orange) --fI;~.))

AV 1/(9

1 Hold down TV (orange), and press AV1/(9.

The TV, the system and the connectedcomponent are turned off.

• Depending on the status, the connected componentsmay not be turned off. For details, see operatinginstructions supplied with the connected components.

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To control the TV

Enables you to accessvarious viewing optionsand change/makeadjustments according tothe source and screenformat.

Press to display the guidewhen you are watchinganalog or digital channels.

Press to set the WideMode.

Press to display the storedfavorite channel list.

Function

Selects channels and tracksdirectly.

Enters the selection.

Function

Turns on or off the SonyTV or audio/videocomponents that theremote is assigned tooperate.

Press 1/(9 and rn TV 1/(9/AV 1/(9 at the same time toturn off the system and allother components that theremote is assigned tooperate (SYSTEMSTANDBY).

~ FAVORITE

Remote Button

[1] GUIDE

[2] WIDE

1m TOOLS/OPTIONS

rn TV 1/(9AV 1/(9(on/standby)

Itl Number buttons

lID ENTER

Press and hold the TV (orange) button whilepressing the buttons with an orange dot or orangeprinting to control the TV.

Remote Button

Controlling the component

1 Press one of the input buttons (TV, BD,DVD or SAT) to select the componentyou want to operate.

The component assigned to the selectedinput button becomes operable.

2 Referring to the following table, pressthe corresponding button for theoperation.

Common operations

Inputbuttons

1/(9

Advanced Settings

TV(orange)

* The 5, C> and MASTER VOL + buttons have atactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation.

You can control connected Sony componentswith the remote of this system.Some functions cannot be selected depending onthe equipment. In that case, select them using theremote control supplied with the equipment.

[l] MUTING Press to tum off the sound.

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Remote Button Function To control the Blu-ray Disc/DVD/

1m TV VOL +/- Press to adjust the volume. Hard disc recorder

lID MENU/HOME Allows you to select Remote Button Functionchannels or input sources lID MENU/HOME Displays the MENU.and change the settings for [g ... Jumps forward whileyour TV.

[1] TV CH +/- Press to scan throughviewing recordedprograms.

channels. To scan quickly [1] .... Skips chapters.through channels, pressand hold down either +/-. ~ Jumps forward to the next

II§] RETURNIEXIT Returns to the previousavailable chapter.

screen of any displayed ~ ..../~ To fast reverse or to fast

menu. forward the disc when

[§] ~,1', ...,~,8) Selects a menu item andpressed during playback.

enters the selection. ~ C> (playback)/II Play mode buttons.

!IZI DISPLAY Press to display the current(pause, press again to

channel number, etc.resume normal

Ml8 Use with the 0-9 andplayback)/. (stop)

ENTER buttons to select[j] ... Jumps backward while

digital channels. Forviewing live or recorded

example, to enter 2.1, pressprograms.

a),8,mand [§] ~, 1', ..., ~, 8) Selects a menu item and

ENTER. enters the selection.

[j]j Number buttons Selects channels. Press [ID ~ BDIDVD Displays the top menu/disc

ENTER to change TOP MENU menu.

channels immediately. [2] BDIDVDMENU

~ JUMP Press to jump back andforth between two To control the Blu-ray Disc/DVDchannels. The TV playeralternates between thecurrent channel and the last Remote Button Function

channel that was selected. [gJ FI Selects the HDD.

[2] PICTURE Press to display the ~F2 Selects the Blu-ray disciavailable picture mode. DVD.

~ TV INPUT Selects input. lID MENU/HOME Displays the MENU.

~ THEATER Press to automatically set [g ... Jumps forward.the optimal picture settings [1] ..../~ Skips chapters.for watching movies, when

~ ..../~ To fast reverse or to fastyou connect a Sony TVwhich is compatible with

forward the disc when

the THEATER button.pressed during playback.

Also, the audio is ~ C> (playback)/II Play mode buttons.

automatically switched to (pause, press again to

the audio output of this resume normal

system when you connect playback)/. (stop)

the TV and the system with [j] ... Jumps backward.HDMI connection, and the [§]~, 1', ...,~, 8) Selects a menu item andControl for HDMI function enters the selection.is set to on.

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Remote Button

[gQJ BDIDVDTOP MENU

[gj] BDIDVD MENU

Function

Displays the top menu/discmenu.

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Inputbuttons

TV INPUT

Numberbuttons

You can change the factory settings of the inputbuttons to suit the components in your system.For example, if you connect a Blu-ray discplayer to the DVD jack on the system, you canset the DVD button on this remote to control theBlu-ray disc player.You cannot assign any component other than aTV to the TV (white) button of the remote.

Displays the MENU.

Function

Selects a menu item andenters the selection.

Displays the guide menu.

Moves the highlight(cursor) and selects theitem.

Displays the top menu/discmenu.

Play mode buttons.

Changes to replay mode.

Specifies the previous/nextchapter/track.

Displays the MENU.

Advance.

Selects the DVD.

To fast reverse or to fastforward the disc whenpressed during playback.

Function

Selects the HDD.

Remote Button

@] GUIDE

lID MENUIHOME

To control the SAT

~ ....[gQJ BDIDVD

TOP MENU

[gj] BDIDVD MENU

ij]] [> (playback)/II(pause, press again toresume normalplayback)/. (stop)

~F2

lID MENUIHOME

Remote Button

To control the HDD/DVD COMBO

[g] FI

• The above explanations are intended to serve as anexample only. Depending on the component, theabove operations may not be possible, or may operatedifferently than described.

1 Hold down the input button you want tochange the assignment of.

Example: Hold down DVD.

2 Referring to the following table, pressthe corresponding button for thecategory you want.

Example: Press 6.Now you can use the DVD button to controlthe BIu-ray disc player.

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Categories and thecorresponding buttons for SD,DVD and SAT

Categories

DVD playerlDVD recorder

(command mode DVDI)*

DVD recorder

(command mode DVD3)

Euro Digital Satellite Receiver

DVR(Digital CATV terminal)

Press

2

3

4

To clear all remote buttonassignments

Press and hold MASTER VOL -, 1/6, and thenpress TV INPUT. The remote is reset to itsfactory settings.

*

DSS 5(Digital Satellite Receiver)**

Blu-ray disc player 6

(command mode 8D\)***

Blu-ray disc recorder 7

(command mode 8D3)

Not assigned 0110

* The default setting of the DVD button.Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVDI orDVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operatinginstructions supplied with the DVD recorders.

** The default setting of the SAT button.*** The default setting of the 8D button.

For details on the BDI or BD3 setting, refer to theoperating instructions supplied with the Blu-raydisc player or B1u-ray disc recorder.

Categories and thecorresponding buttons for TV

Categories Press

TV* 8

TV** 9

Not assigned OlIO

The default setting of the TV (white) button.When this setting is selected, the audio input of theTV is switched and the image from the TV tuner isdisplayed on the TV screen automatically, bypressing the TV (white) button.

** When this setting is selected, the audio input of theTV is switched automatically, by pressing the TV(white) button.

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Using the AMP menuYou can adjust the level of the center speakerand the subwoofer. This setting is applied to allsound fields.

LEVELMODE

1 Start playing a source encoded withmulti channel surround effects (DVD,etc.).

2 Press LEVEL MODE.

3 Press "'/'t to select "CNT LEVEL (centerspeaker level)" or "SW LEVEL(subwoofer level)."

4 Press CD or -+.

5 While monitoring the sound, press "'/'tto select the setting you want.

Default setting: 0 (dB)

You can adjust from -6 (dB) to +6 (dB) in 1(dB) steps.

6 Press LEVEL MODE.

You can set the following items with AMPMENU on the remote.The default settings are underlined.

AMP MENUSET---,,-CTRL: HDMI---r0NHDMI* LOFF

DVD CTRL**--rONLOFF

SATCTRL**~ON

LOFF

DMPORT. CTRL**TONLOFF

VOL L1MIT**--MAX, 49,48 ..... 2,1,MIN

DUAL~MAINMONO SUB

MAIN+SUB

AN--CONSYNC OFF

AUDIOtMAXDRC STD

OFF

DIMMER-rONLOFF

DISPLAY-rONLOFF

SLEEP--OFF, 10M, 20M, ..... 80M, 90M

* Refer to ""BRAVIA" Sync Features" (page 21).**This setting appears only when "CTRL: HDMI" is

set to "ON."

1 Press AMP MENU to turn on the AMPmenu.

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2 Press +-I"'/~I-+ repeatedly to select theitem and the setting.

3 Press AMP MENU to turn off the AMPmenu.

The following pages show details for eachsetting.

Enjoying multiplex broadcastsound (DUAL MONO)

You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound whenthe system receives an AC-3 multiplex broadcastsignal.

• To receive AC-3 signal, you need to connect a digitalsatellite tuner to the system with an optical cable orcoaxial cable, and set the digital output mode of thedigital satellite tuner to AC-3.

AMPMENU

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1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press '-'/1' repeatedly until "DUALMONO" appears, then press 8:) or ~.

3 Press '-'/1' to select the sound you want.

• MAIN: Plays back only the mainchannel.

• SUB: Plays back only the subchannel.

• MAIN+SUB: Main sound is output fromthe left speaker and subsound is output from theright speaker.

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off. Adjusting the delay betweenthe sound and the image (A/VSYNC)

You can delay the sound using this functionwhen the image is slower than the sound.

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1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press't/oJ, repeatedly until "AIV SYNC"appears, then press c:B or~.

3 Press't/oJ, to select the setting.

• OFF: Does not adjust.

• ON: Adjusts the difference betweenimage and sound.

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

• You may not be able to adjust the delay betweensound and image perfectly using this function.

• This function is useful only for Dolby Digital, DTSand Linear PCM (2ch) input by coaxial (audio),optical (audio) or HDMI.

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Enjoying Dolby Digital soundat low volume (AUDIO DRC)

Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track.Useful for enjoying movies at low volume.AUDIO DRC only applies to Dolby Digitalsources.

AMPMENU

+-,1',~,-+,

8)

1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press -1-/1' repeatedly until "AUDIOORe" appears, then press 8) or-+.

3 Press -1-/1' to select the setting.

• OFF: No compression of dynamic range.

• STD: Reproduces the sound track withthe kind of dynamic range that therecording engineer intended.

• MAX: Compresses dynamic range fully.

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

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Changing the brightness ofthe front panel display(DIMMER)

The brightness of the front panel display can beset to one of 2 levels.

r='---'.IL_ AMPMENU

1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press 1'/-1- repeatedly until "DIMMER"appears, then press 8) or -+.

3 Press 1'/-1- to select the brightness ofthe front panel display.

• OFF: Bright lighting.

• ON: Low lighting.

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

Changing the display setting(DISPLAY)

Using the sleep timer(SLEEP)

You can change the display setting.

1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press ..a./1" repeatedly until "DISPLAY"appears, then press (B or ...

3 Press ..a./1" to select the setting of thefront panel display.

• ON: The display appears all the time.

• OFF: The display appears for a momentwhen you operate the system.

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(B

1 Press AMP MENU.

2 Press ..a./1" repeatedly until "SLEEP"appears, then press (B or ...

3 Press ..a./1" to select the preset time.

The minutes display (the remaining time)changes as follows:

You can set the system to tum off at a preset timewhen you sleep listening to music. You canpreset the time in 10 minutes decrements.

AMPMENU

• The display appears all the time when the mutingor protection function is working, even if you setthe "DISPLAY" to "OFF."

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

OFF 4-+ 10M 4-+ 20M

t t90M 4-+ 80M ..... 30M

4 Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

• This function is only for this system, not for theconnected TV or other components.

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Additional Information

If you experience any of the followingdifficulties while using the system, use thistroubleshooting guide to help remedy theproblem before requesting repairs. Should anyproblem persist, consult your nearest Sonydealer. When bringing the system in for repairs,be sure to bring in the entire system.

General

The power is not turned on.

• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead)is connected securely.

If "PROTECTOR" and "PUSH POWER"appears alternately in the front panel display.

Press I/C) to tum off the system, and checkthe following item after "STANDBY"disappears.• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of

the system?After checking the above item and fixingany problems, tum on the system. If thecause of the problem cannot be found evenafter checking the above item, consult yournearest Sony dealer.

Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound isnot reproduced.

• Check that the playing Blu-ray Disc, DVD,etc., is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTSformat.

• Check that audio setting (settings for theaudio output) of the connected component.

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Install the active subwoofer allowing for aspace of at least 30 cm (12 inches) or moreon the acti ve subwoofer's right side(page 7).

• Depending on the digital signal, thesurround processing may not work(page 20).

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No sound or only a very low-level sound isheard from the speakers.

• Press MASTER VOL + and check thevolume level.

• Press MUTING or MASTER VOL + tocancel the muting function.

• Press SOUND FIELD and check theselected sound field.

• Depending on the source, the sound effect ofthe speakers may be less noticeable.

The sound is delayed compared to the imageof the TV.

• Set "NY SYNC" to "OFF' when "NYSYNC" is set to "ON."

Connected components

There is no sound or only a very low-levelsound no matter which component is selected.

• Check that this system and components areconnected correctly and securely.

• Check that both this system and the selectedcomponent are turned on.

There is no sound from the selectedcomponent.

• Check that the component is connectedcorrectly to the audio input jacks for thatcomponent.

• Check that the cords are fully inserted intothe jacks on both the component and thissystem.

• Check that the component is selectedcorrectly.

• If you resume playa disc when volume ismaximum, there may be no sound. In thiscase, tum down the volume, tum off thesystem and tum on again.

Sound is interrupted or there is noise.

• Check the output audio formats supportedby this system on page 38.

There is no picture on the TV screen.

• Check that the TV is selected correctly.

• Set the TV to the appropriate input mode.

Control for HDMI

The Control for HOMI function does not work.

• Check the HDMI connection (page 9).• Make sure "CTRL: HDMI" is set to "ON" in

AMP menu.• Make sure the connected component is

compatible with the Control for HDMIfunction.

• Check the Control for HDMI settings on theconnected component. Refer to theoperating instructions supplied with theconnected component.

• If you change the HDMI connection, orconnect/disconnect the AC power cord(main lead), or if there is a power failure,repeat the procedures of "Preparing for the"BRAVIA" Sync" (page 21).

• The system may not work correctly if youselect a component that is not compatiblewith the Control for HDMI function on theTV side.

• Make sure "DVD CTRL", "SAT CTRL" or"DMPORT. CTRL" is set to "ON" in AMPmenu.

No sound is output from the system and theTV's speaker.

• Check the volume of the system and the TV.• Select the input of the system correctly.

The sound is output from both the system andthe TV.

• If the Control for HDMI function is set tooff, or the selected component is notcompatible with the Control for HDMIfunction, tum off the sound of the system orthe TV.

The System Power Off function does not work.

• Change the setting of the TV to tumconnected components off automaticallywhen you tum off the TV. For details, referto the operating instructions of the TV.

An image does not appear on the TV.

• Check whether HDMI IN and HDMI OUTare connected correctly.

A message stating that the output method haschanged from the system speaker to the TVspeaker, appears on the TV screen.

• The Control for HDMI function for theselected component is set to off. For details,refer to "Setting the Control for HDMIfunction to off for a component withoutHDMIjacks" (page 23).

Other

The remote does not function.

• Check that the active subwoofer and thesatellite speaker are connected correctly andsecurely.

• Point the remote at the remote sensor I!i1 onthe satellite speaker.

• Remove any obstacles in the path betweenthe remote and the satellite speaker.

• Replace both batteries in the remote withnew ones, if they are weak.

• Make sure you select the correct input on theremote.

The volume turns down when the outputmethod changes from the TV speaker to thesystem speaker.

• The Volume Limit function is working. Fordetails, refer to "Using the Volume Limitfunction" (page 25).

If the system still does notoperate properly after performingthe above measures, reset thesystem as follows:

Use buttons on the system for the operation.

1 Press I/C) to turn on the power.

2 Press INPUT SELECTOR, VOLUME ­and IIC) at the same time.

"COLD RESET" appears and the system isreset. AMP menu, sound field etc., return tothe default settings.

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* Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of nomore than 48 kHz.

Digital input formats supported by this systemare as follows.

Formats supported by thissystem

Bass reflex, magneticallyshielded40 x 70 mm (I 5/8 x 2 7/8

inches) cone type800 x 68 x 65 mm (31 1/2 x

23/4 x 2 5/8 inches) (w/h/d)2 kg (4 Ib 7 oz)

HDMI 19pin-standardconnectorBD, DVD, SAT:640 x 480p@60 Hz720 x 480p@59.94/60 Hz1440 x 480p@59.94/60 Hz(pixel sent 2 times)1280 x 720p@59.94/60 Hz1920 x 1080i@59.94/60 Hz1920 x 1080p@59.94/60Hz720 x 576p@50 Hz1440 x 576p@50 Hz(pixel sent 2 times)1280 x 720p@50Hz1920 x 1080i@50 Hz1920 x 1080p@50 Hz1920 x 1080p@24 HzBD, DVD, SAT: LinearPCM 7.lch/Dolby DigitallDTS

Mass (approx.)

Dimensions (approx.)

Speaker units

Satellitespeaker (SS-MCT1 00)

Speaker system

Video inputs/outputs

Audio inputs

HDMI section

Connector

x

x

x

oooo

SupportedVNotsupported

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby True HD

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONICDISTORTION (Stereo mode):With 8 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180 ­20,000 Hz; rated 40 Watts per channel minimum RMSpower, with no more than I % total hannonic distortionfrom 250 milli Watts to rated output.

DTS-HD

Linear PCM (2ch)*

Linear PCM (5.lch,7.lch)* (Only onHDMI)

Specifications'v,

DTS

Dolby Digital

Format

* Depending on the sound field settings and the source,

there may be no sound output.

Dimensions (approx.)

Mass (approx.)Power requirementsPower consumption

On: 70 WattsActive Standby (Control for HDMI is on):

Signal in: 5 Watts (maximum)No signal: 1.5 Watts (minimum)

Standby (Control for HDMI is off): 0.3 Watts

Active subwoofer (SA-WCT1 00)

Speaker system Bass reflexSpeaker unit 160 mm (6 1/2 inches) cone

type160 x 500 x 360 mm (6 3/8x 193/4 x 141/4 inches)(w/h/d)10 kg (22 Ib I oz)AC 120 V/60 Hz

OpticalCoaxial, optical

Impedance: 30 kohms

Front: 50 Watts/ch(8 ohms at I kHz,THO 10 %)

Center*: 50 Watts/ch(8 ohms at I kHz, THO10 %)

Subwoofer: 100 Watts/ch(4 ohms at 100 Hz,THO 10 %)

Inputs (Analog)TVInputs (Digital)TV,DVDSAT

Amplifier section

Reference Output PowerSurround mode

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Supplied accessoriesOptical cable (2.5 m)(8 feet 2 inches) (1)

Remote commander (RM-AAU029) (I)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2)Operating Instructions (I)

Design and specifications are subject to change withoutnotice.

• Standby power consumption 0.3 W.

• Halogenated flame retardants are notused in the printed wiring boards.

• Over 85 % power efficiency ofamplifier block is achieved with the fulIdigital amplifier, S-Master.

• Halogenated flame retardants are notused in cabinets.

GloSsarY H! ...

Dolby DigitalThis movie theater sound format is moreadvanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In thisformat, the surround speakers output stereosound with an expanded frequency range, and asubwoofer channel for deep bass isindependently provided. This format is alsocalled "5.1" with the subwoofer channeldesigned as the 0.1 channel (since it functionsonly when a deep bass effect is needed). All sixchannels in this format are recorded separatelyfor superior channel separation. Furthermore,since all the signals are processed digitally, lesssignal degradation occurs.

Dolby Pro Logic IIDolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidthoutput channels from 2 channel sources. This isdone using an advanced, high-purity matrixsurround decoder that extracts the spatialproperties of the original recording withoutadding any new sounds or tonal colorations.

DTSDigital audio compression technologydeveloped by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Thistechnology conforms to 5. I-channel surround.This format comprises of stereo rear channel andthere is discrete subwoofer channel in thisformat. DTS provides the same 5.1 discretechannels of high quality digital audio. The goodchannel separation is realized due to the allchannel data being recorded discretely andprocessed in digitally.

HDMIHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)is an interface that supports both video and audioon a single digital connection, allowing you toenjoy high quality digital picture and sound. TheHDMI specification supports HDCP (High­bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copyprotection technology that incorporates codingtechnology for digital video signals.

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PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)A method of converting analog audio to digitalaudio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.

S-Force PRO Front SurroundSony's long-term involvement in surroundtechnology (and the vast amounts of acousticdata accumulated as a result) has led to thedevelopment of all-new processing method andadvanced DSP to handle this task effectively,which we call S-Force PRO Front Surround.Compared with previous front surroundtechnologies, S-Force PRO Front Surroundreproduces a more convincing sense of distanceand space, resulting in a true surround soundexperience without the need for rear speakers.

S-MasterS-Master is an all-digital amplifier technologydeveloped by Sony, which effectively minimizesthe occurrence of sound fragmentation and jitter,delivering superb dialog clarity and faithfulreproduction of the original sound. The compactamplifier section supports a higher powerefficiency and improved thermal performance.

x_v.Colorx.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCCstandard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark ofSony. xvYCC is an international standard forcolor space in video.This standard can express a wider color rangethan the currently used broadcast standard.

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Index

AAN SYNC 33AMP menu 31AUDIODRC 34

BBlu-ray Disc player (recorder)

connecting 9

DDIGITAL MEDIA PORT

connecting 13DIMMER 34DISPLAY 35DUAL MONO 32DVD player (recorder)

connecting 9, 11

HHDMI

connecting 9

IInstalling 7

p"PlayStation 3"

connecting 9

RRemote

assignments 29before use 6operating 16, 27

sSatellite tuner

connecting 9, 11Sleep timer 35Sound field 20Speakers level 31

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This limited warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with theproduct. It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usageand it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in theproduct. Any such software is provided "AS IS" unless expressly provided forin any enclosed software limited warranty. Please refer to the End User LicenseAgreements included with the product for your rights and obligations with re­spect to the software.

This limited warranty is valid only in Canada.

Delivery:The unit must be delivered in person to one of the nearest Sony service facili­ties in Canada, or shipped, freight prepaid, in either its original package orsimilar package affording an equal degree of protection and with instructionsindicating alocation within Canada to which the unit may be returned. If shippedto the service facility, the repaired unit will be returned to customer freightprepaid. All accessories that are enclosed with the unit must be listed individu­ally on the packing slip for the shipping documentation. Defective accessoriesshould be shipped to Sony as aseparate repair item. Sony shall have no liabil­ity whatsoever for loss or damage in transit of items shipped to service facili­ties. Any parts replaced under this limited warranty will become the property ofSony. It is your responsibility to back up any data, software or other materi­als you may have stored or preserved on your unit. It is likely that such data,software, or other materials will be lost or reformatted during service andSony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss.

Proof of Purchase:This limited warranty applies to the product from the original date of purchaseat retail. The owner must furnish proof of original purchase at retail.

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Subject Products:This limited warranty is applicable to the following SonyProducts, and may also be applicable to other Sony products if enclosed in theproduct's original packaging:

AudioNideo AccessoriesCar AudioNideo ProductsCamcorders and related accessoriesCyber-shot® Digital still Camera and related accessoriesClock Radio/with CD PlayersDigital Media Players/ Digital Music PlayersDigital Photo Printers/ScannersDigital Voice RecorderIC Chip RecordersHome Audio SystemsHome Theatre SystemHome Video Player and RecordersMobile Navigation ProductsMicrocassette recorderNet MD/H-MMD WalkmanNetwork WalkmanPortable CD Players/ with RadioPortable DVD PlayersPortable Headset Stereo RadiosPortable MiniDisc Recorder/PlayersPortable Radio CD Players /with CassettePortable RadioRadio Cassette CombinationsVideo Cassette Recorders and related accessoriesVideo Walkman

EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL OTHERWARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHETHER ARIS­ING BY LAW, BY STATUTE, BY COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE,INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT­ABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR­POSE ARE DISCLAIMED. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SONY BE LI­ABLE FOR AN AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE OFTHE UNIT OR FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM­AGES SUSTAINED IN CONNECTION WITH SAID UNIT AND SONY NEITHERASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PERSON TOASSUME FOR IT ANY OBLIGATION OR L1ABLILITY OTHER THAN SUCH AS ISEXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THEEXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS.

Product Registration:Thank you for choosing a Sony product. At Sony, we strive to create productsof the highest quality to enhance your experience and enjoyment. To providethe best support for your product, we request that you complete a productregistration form at www.SonyStyle.calregistration within 90 days of purchase.

For service assistance, product information, or product registration please call:1-877-899-7669. For information about aSony Care Extended Warranty, pleasecall 1-800-773-9667.

For online product support and updates at any time, please visit:www.sony.calsonycalview/english/support electronics.shtml,or call the Sony Customer Information Centre at 1-877-899-7669.

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SONY:Garantie d'un an protegeant lesconsommateursSony du Canada ltee (Sony), sous reserve des modalites et conditions indiqueesaux presentes, garantit Ie present produit contre tout defaut de fabrication outoute defaillance des materiaux entrant dans sa fabrication pour la periode degarantie specifiee. Si un defaut de fabrication ou une defaillance des materiauxsurvient pendant la periode de garantie specifiee, Sony veillera a reparer Ieproduit en y effectuant tous les rem placements de pieces necessaires par despieces neuves ou remises a neuf et ce, sans frais Quant aux pieces ou a lamain-d'CEuvre.

La periode de garantie estla suivante :Main-d'CEuvre et pieces: UN an acompter de la date d'achat originelle au detail.

Conditions:

Modifications, reparations, abus non autorises, etc. :La presente garantie Iimitee est nulle si : (i) I'unite a ete alteree, modifiee ouinstallee aux fins d'usage commercial, ou reparee ou entretenue par unepersonne autre qu'un centre de reparation autorise par Sony afin d'effectuer detels services. (ii) Ie numero de serie de I'unite a ete altere ou retire, ou (iii)I'unite asubi un accident, un mauvais usage, un abus ou aete utilisee pour unusage contraire aux directives du mode d'emploi. L'opinion de Sonya cet effetest sans appel.

Usage commercial ou location:Ce produit n'est pas conr;u pour usage commercial ou location. Advenant quecette unite soit utilisee ades fins commerciales ou comme unite en location, laperiode de garantie limitee pour les pieces et la main-d'CEuvre est reduite a 90jours apres la date d'achat originelle. L'opinion de Sonya cet effet est sansappel.

Exclusions:La presente garantie Iimitee exclut les armoires, accessoires ou piles brises ouendommages; les antennes et stylets exposes, ou la defaillance de piecesdecoulant de leur usure normale. La presente garantie limitee exclut I'entretienregulier des produits, tels que Ie nettoyage, la lubrification ou les verifications.

La presente garantie limitee ne couvre que I'equipement fourni avec Ie produil.Elle ne couvre aucune assistance technique Quant a I'usage d'equipement oude logiciel et ne couvre aucun logiciel, fourni ou non avec Ie produil. De telslogiciel sont fournis « TELS QUELS », sauf aux termes d'une garantie limite delogiciel comprise dans "emballage. Veuillez consulter les ententes d'usagercomprises avec Ie produit pour connaitre vos droits et obligations relativementaux logiciels.

La presente garantie n'est valide qu'au Canada.

livraison :L'unite doit iitre Iivree en personne a I'un des centres de reparation Sony duCanada, ou expediee, dans son emballage d'origine ou un emballage equivalentaccordant un niveau de protection equivalent, ainsi que des directives indiquantI'emplacement au Canada ou I'unite peut etre retournee. Si I'unite est expedieea un centre de reparation, I'unite reparee sera retournee au client port paye.Tous les accessoires compris avec I'unite doivent etre enumeres individuellementsur Ie bordereau d'expedition aux fins de documentation d'expedition. Lesaccessoires defectueux doivent etre expedies a Sonya titre d'article distinct areparer. Sony n'est pas responsable des pertes ou dommages des articles entransit expedies aux centres de reparation. Toute piece remplacee aux termesde la presente garantie Iimitee devient la propriete de Sony. Vous etesresponsable de faire une copie de sauvegarde de toutes donnees, logicielsou autres que vous auriez pu stocker ou conserver sur votre unite. II est fortprobable que des donnees, logiciels ou autres seront perdus ou reformatespendantla reparation, et Sony n'est pas responsable de tels dommages oupertes.

Preuve d'achat :La presente garantie limitee s'applique au produit acompter de la date d'achatoriginelle au detail. Par consequent, Ie proprietaire doit presenter une preuved'achat originelle au detail.

Produit vises par la presente garantie :La presente garantie limitee s'applique aux produits Sony suivants, et peutaussi s'appliquer a d'autres produits s'ils font partie de I'emballage d'originedu produit :

Accessoires audio / videoProduits audio / video pour I'automobileCameras video et accessoires connexesCameras photos numeriques de type Cyber-shot® et accessoires connexesRadios-reveil munis d'un lecteur CDLecteurs numeriques de medias/Lecteurs numeriques de musiqueImprimantes / scanners de photos numeriseesEnregistreurs numeriques de la paroleEnregistreurs numeriques a circuits integresSystemes audio pour la maisonSystemes de cinema-maisonLecteurs et enregistreurs video pour la maisonProduits de navigation mobileMagnetophones a microcassettesBaladeurs Net MD/H-MMDBaladeurs reseauLecteurs CD portables / munis d'un recepteur radioLecteu rs DVD portablesRadios portables de type « casque d'ecoute stereo»Enregistreurs/lecteurs portables a MiniDisquesRadios portables et lecteurs CD / avec lecteur cassettesRadios portablesRecepteurs-enregistreurs radiophoniques combinesMagnetoscopes a cassettes et accessoires connexesBaladeurs video

SAUF DANS LA MESURE OU LA LOI APPLICABLE L'INTERDIT, TOUTES LESAUTRES GARANTIES ET CONDITIONS, EXPRESSES OU IMPLICITES, REL­EVANT OU NON D'UNE LOI, D'UN ACTE LEGISLATIF, D'HABITUDESCOMMERCIALES ETABLIES OU D'USAGES DU COMMERCE, Y COMPRIS,NOTAMMENT TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE DE QUALITE MARCHANDE OUDE L'ADAPTABILITE AUNE FIN PARTICULIERE, SONT DESAVOUEES. SONYNE SAURAIT EN AUCUN CAS ETRE RESPONSABLE D'UN MONTANTSUPERIEUR AU PRIX REEL D'ACHAT DU PRODUIT; ET SONY NE SAURAIT ENAUCUN CAS ETRE RESPONSABLE DE DOMMAGES SPECIAUX, ACCESSOIRESOU CONSECUTIFS SUBIS RELATIVEMENT AU PRODUIT. SONY N'ASSUME NIN'AUTORISE AUCUN REPRESENTANT OU QUICONQUE AASSUMER EN SONNOM UNE OBLIGATION OU RESPONSABILITE AUTRE QUE CELLES QUI SONTEXPRESSEMENT DECRITES AUX PRESENTES. L'EXCLUSION DE GARANTIESET CONDITIONS IMPLICITES N'EST PAS AUTORISEE DANS CERTAINSTERRITOIRES.

Enregistrement du produit :Merci d'avoir choisi un produit Sony. Chez Sony, nous nous efforr;ons de creerdes produits de la plus haute qualite afin de renforcer votre experience et votresatisfaction Afin d'assurer Ie meilleur soutien qui soit a votre produit, nousvous demandons de remplir une fiche d'enregistrement de produit sur Ie sitewww.fr.SonyStyle.ca/enregistrementdans les quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours suivantla date d'achal.

Pour obtenir de I'aide concernant Ie service ou obtenir des renseignements surIe produit ou concernant I'enregistrement du produit, veuillez appeler Ie 1-877­899-7669. Pour obtenir des renseignements concernant la garantie prolongeeSony Care, veuillez appeler Ie 1-800-773-9667.

Pour Ie support technique etles mises it jour en Iigne en tout temps, vouspouvez visiter Iewww.fr.sony.ca/sonyca/view/french/supporLelectronics.shtml,ou appeler Ie Centre d'information it la clientele Sony au 1-877-899-7669.

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For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:

Repair I Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair, replacement part or replace­ment product for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety (90) days. whichever islonger. Any parts or product replaced under this Limited Warranty will become the property of Sony.

This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinaryconsumer use; it does not cover product issues caused by any other reason, including but not limited to productissues due to commercial use, acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of or to any part ofthe Sony product. This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS orconsumables (such as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial numberhas been altered or removed from the product. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States.

Or call the Sony Customer Information Service Center1-800-222-S0NY (7669)

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitationson how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This LimitedWarranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.

DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANYIMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCTIS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY

Visit Sony's Web Site:www.sony.com/service

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LIMITED WARRANTV (u.s. Only)

Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the timeperiods and as set forth below. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Sony will, at its option, (i) repair the productusing new or refurbished parts or (iiI replace the product with a new or refurbished product. For purposes of thisLimited Warranty, "refurbished" means a product or part that has been returned to its original specifications. Inthe event of a defect, these are your exclusive remedies.

Labor: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of the product ("Labor Warranty"), Sonywill, at its option, repair or replace with new or refurbished product, product determined to be defective. If Sonyelects to replace the product after this Labor Warranty has expired but while the Parts Warranty below is still ineffect, it will do so for the applicable labor charge.

Parts: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of product ("Parts Warranty"). Sony willsupply new or refurbished replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to be defective.

This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product. It does not covertechnical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or notcontained in the Product; any such software is provided "AS IS" unless expressly provided for in any enclosedsoftware Limited Warranty. Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for yourrights and obligations with respect to the software.

Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you must deliver the product, freight prepaid. in either its originalpackaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the Sony authorized service facility specified.It is your responsibility to backup any data, software or other materials you may have stored or pre­served on your unit. It is likely that such data, software, or other materials will be lost or reformattedduring service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss. A dated purchase receipt isrequired. For specific instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your product.

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