Sony Home Theater System 3 299 270 212 User Manual

3-299-270-21(2)  
Home Theatre  
System  
Operating Instructions  
HT-IS100  
©2008 Sony Corporation  
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Disposal of waste  
batteries (applicable in  
the European Union and  
other European  
countries with separate  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric  
shock, do not expose this apparatus to  
rain or moisture.  
collection systems)  
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging  
indicates that the battery provided with this  
product shall not be treated as household waste.  
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of  
correctly, you will help prevent potentially  
negative consequences for the environment and  
human health which could otherwise be caused  
by inappropriate waste handling of the battery.  
The recycling of the materials will help to  
conserve natural resources. In case of products  
that for safety, performance or data integrity  
reasons require a permanent connection with an  
incorporated battery, this battery should be  
replaced by qualified service staff only. To  
ensure that the battery will be treated properly,  
hand over the product at end-of-life to the  
applicable collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic equipment. For all other  
batteries, please view the section on how to  
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand  
the battery over to the applicable collection point  
for the recycling of waste batteries. For more  
detailed information about recycling of this  
product or battery, please contact your local  
Civic Office, your household waste disposal  
service or the shop where you purchased the  
product.  
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be  
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the  
like.  
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as  
a bookcase or built-in cabinet.  
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.  
In door use only.  
Disposal of Old Electrical  
& Electronic Equipment  
(Applicable in the  
European Union and  
other European  
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  
applicable collection point for the recycling of  
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring  
this product is disposed of correctly, you will  
help prevent potential negative consequences for  
the environment and human health, which could  
otherwise 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.  
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE  
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,  
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The  
Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety  
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,  
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee  
matters please refer to the addresses given in separate  
service or guarantee documents.  
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Copyrights  
Precautions  
This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic  
Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.  
* Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
On safety  
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system,  
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
• Do not climb on the subwoofer, as you may fall down  
and injure yourself, or system damage may result.  
**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 patents  
issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround  
are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and  
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007  
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.  
On power sources  
• Before operating the system, check that the operating  
voltage is identical to your local power supply. The  
operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the  
rear of the subwoofer.  
• If you are not going to use the system for a long time,  
be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet  
(mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains  
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.  
• 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  
the qualified service shop.  
This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia  
Interface (HDMI™) technology.  
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.  
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
• 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.  
• Install this system so that the power cord can be  
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the  
event of trouble.  
“S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
On heat buildup  
Although the system heats up during operation, this is  
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this system  
at a large volume, the system temperature of the back  
and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning  
yourself, do not touch the system.  
On placement  
• Place the system in a location with adequate  
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the  
life of the system.  
• Do not place the system near heat sources, or in a  
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or  
mechanical shock.  
• Do not place anything at the rear of the subwoofer  
that might block the ventilation holes and cause  
malfunctions.  
• Do not place the system near equipment such as a TV,  
VCR, or tape deck. (If the system is being used in  
combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is  
placed too close to that equipment, noise may result,  
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and picture quality may suffer. This is especially  
likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we  
recommend using an outdoor antenna.)  
• 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 operation  
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off  
and unplug the system.  
If you encounter color irregularity on  
a nearby TV screen  
The system is magnetically shielded to allow it to be  
installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities  
may still be observed on certain types of TV sets.  
If color irregularity is observed...  
Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 15 to 30  
minutes.  
If color irregularity is observed  
again...  
Place the system further away from the TV set.  
On cleaning  
Clean the system with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any  
type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such  
as alcohol or benzine.  
If you have any question or problem concerning your  
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
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Table of Contents  
Step 3a: Connecting the Components with  
HDMI Jacks.....................................16  
Step 3b: Connecting the Components  
without HDMI Jacks........................18  
Step 4: Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)  
Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord  
(Mains Lead)....................................24  
Step 6: Calibrating the Appropriate  
Settings Automatically ....................24  
Controlling the Connected Sony  
Components with the Remote......... 50  
Changing the Input Button Assignments of  
Settings and Adjustments Using the  
Amplifier Menu .............................. 54  
Setting up the Sound Output of the  
Connected Component ....................28  
Function for Conversion of Video Signals  
Adjusting the Bass, Middle, and Treble  
Level ................................................40  
Enjoying the TV sound from the Speakers  
.........................................................43  
Turning off the TV, System, and  
Connected Components...................45  
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Inserting batteries into the  
remote  
Getting Started  
You can control the system using the supplied  
remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by  
matching the + and – ends on the batteries to the  
markings inside the compartment.  
Supplied Accessories  
Please check the following accessories in the  
package.  
Remote commander (RM-AAU035) (1)  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
Optical cable (2.5 m) (1)  
FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)  
AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)  
Calibration mic (1)  
Speaker (with Remote commander  
receiver) (1)  
Speakers (4)  
Extra speaker pedestal (1)  
Brackets (5)  
Wrench (1)  
Screw (+PSW4 × 12) (1)  
Operating Instructions (1)  
Quick Start Guide (card) (1)  
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 light  
from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may  
cause a malfunction.  
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended  
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible  
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.  
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Using the subwoofer  
efficiently  
Step 1: Positioning the  
Speakers  
To reinforce the bass sound, place the subwoofer  
possible close to a wall.  
For the best possible surround sound, all the  
speakers other than the subwoofer should be  
placed at the same distance from the listening  
position (1). Sony recommends that the  
subwoofer should be placed (2).  
Close to a wall  
Place speakers and subwoofer as illustrated  
below.  
Front left speaker  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
Notes  
• If the subwoofer is to be placed ahead of the front  
speaker, the distance should be less than 0.5 m.*  
*
Front right speaker  
2
1
1
1
1
1
Surround left speaker  
Surround right speaker  
• You may not get the bass sound efficiently when the  
subwoofer is placed outside (3). You need to adjust  
the setting of the distance from the listening position.  
Tips  
• You can also place the subwoofer either side, facing  
the listening position.  
3
3
• When you install the speaker, the speaker face may be  
unstable. In this case, use a commercially available  
wire clamper or a commercially available tape, etc., to  
secure the speaker cord.  
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• Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer  
where the speaker unit is installed.  
• Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction,  
such as TV, etc. Middle range sound will fall.  
TV, etc.  
• Do not place the subwoofer under a desk or in a  
cabinet, etc.  
Notes  
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.  
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:  
– Extremely hot or cold  
– Dusty or dirty  
– Very humid  
– Subject to vibrations  
– Subject to direct sunlight  
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker  
stands (not supplied) that are attached with the  
speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled,  
polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may  
result.  
• When cleaning, use a soft cloth such as a cleaning  
cloth for glasses.  
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder,  
or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.  
• Image distortion on the TV screen may occur  
depending on the location of the subwoofer. In this  
case, place the subwoofer away from the TV.  
Tip  
• When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony  
recommends that you change the settings. For details,  
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Notes on handling the subwoofer  
• Place a soft cloth under the subwoofer when you lay  
the subwoofer down for connection.  
• Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer  
when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged.  
When lifting, hold the bottom of the subwoofer.  
Slits  
• Do not push the top of the subwoofer where the  
speaker unit is installed.  
Speaker unit  
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Installing the speakers on a wall  
1
2
Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes of the bracket.  
Secure the bracket to the wall using hole 1.  
1
2
3
4
Tip  
• To prevent the speaker from rotating, use the hole 2, too.  
3
Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal  
using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied).  
Wrench (supplied)  
Rear cap  
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Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2).  
(2)  
(1)  
A
When the lever is down, the When the lever is up, the  
speaker cords are locked.  
speaker cords can be removed.  
5
6
Thread the speaker cords through hole 3.  
3
Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker  
terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2).  
(2)  
(1)  
3
#
Tip  
• If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied).  
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Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied).  
Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in step 3 using hole 4.  
4
Notes  
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach  
the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where  
reinforcement is applied.  
• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.  
• Sony is not responsible for accident or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or  
improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.  
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About the center speaker  
You can remove the remote commander receiver from the center speaker, allowing them to be used  
separately.  
You can also install the remote commander receiver with the center speaker on a wall.  
1
Remove the remote commander receiver using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied).  
2 Secure the speaker with the screw.  
To use the center speaker and remote commander receiver separately.  
Center speaker  
Extraspeakerpedestal  
(supplied)  
Screw in step 1  
To install the remote commander receiver on a wall.  
Center speaker  
Bracket  
Remote commander receiver  
Screw (+PSW4 × 12) (supplied)  
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Tip  
• You can remove the speaker cords from the connector. With the catch facing down, press and hold the connector  
down against a flat surface (1) and remove the speaker cords from the connector (2).  
(1)  
(2)  
Catch  
Note  
• When you reconnect the speaker cords to the connector, be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate  
speaker terminals: 3 to +, and # to –. Connect the cord with white letters or lines (to which a black tube is also  
attached on one side) to –. If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.  
White letters or lines  
Black tube  
#
To avoid short-circuiting the speakers  
Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system. To prevent this, be sure to follow these  
precautions when connecting the speakers. Make sure the bare wire of each speaker cord does not touch  
another speaker terminal or the bare wire of another speaker cord, such as shown below.  
Stripped speaker cord is  
touching another speaker  
terminal.  
Stripped cords are touching each  
other due to excessive removal of  
insulation.  
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Step 2: Connecting the Speakers  
Connect the connectors of the speaker cords to their corresponding SPEAKER jacks. The connectors  
of the speaker cords are the same color as the jacks to be connected.  
Connect the cord of the remote commander receiver to the IR-R100 jack.  
Center Frontright Front left  
speaker speaker  
speaker  
Remotecommander  
receiver  
Speaker cords  
Green  
White  
Red  
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT
TV O
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
OAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OICAL  
SSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DIN  
DIGITAL  
SER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
DIO IN  
AGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
Gray  
Blue  
Speaker cords  
Surround  
right speaker  
Surround  
left speaker  
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Step 3a: Connecting the Components with HDMI Jacks  
Sony recommends that you connect components to the system using an HDMI cable.  
With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quality images.  
However, it is necessary to connect the audio output of the TV to the audio input of the system  
using an optical cable in order to listen to the TV’s sound from the system.  
For details on the Control for HDMI function, see ““BRAVIA” Sync features” (page 41).  
Blu-ray Disc player (recorder),  
DVD player (recorder)  
Satellite tuner  
“PlayStation 3”  
Audio/video  
signal  
Audio/video  
signal  
Audio/video  
signal  
A
A
A
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
B
A
Audio signal  
Audio/video  
signal  
TV monitor, projector, etc.  
: Signal flow  
A HDMI cable (not supplied)  
B Optical cable (supplied)  
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Notes  
• For details on connecting to components without HDMI jacks, see page 18.  
• The HDMI jack has priority when you connect the component to the system using the HDMI input jacks and other  
input jacks at the same time.  
Notes on HDMI connections  
• You can enjoy high quality images using an HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. Sony recommends that  
you use a Sony HDMI cable.  
• Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a  
component connected via the HDMI cable.  
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be  
suppressed by the connected component.  
• Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output  
signals from the playback component is switched.  
• When the connected component is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the  
image and/or the sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may be not output.  
In this case, check the specification of the connected component.  
• Sony does not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.  
• Regardless of which input is selected for the system, video signals from the input jack selected the  
last time are output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.  
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Step 3b: Connecting the Components without HDMI Jacks  
When you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, VCR, etc., that has no HDMI jacks, you  
can choose the connecting combination of the system. This subwoofer is equipped with a function for  
converting video signals. For details, see “Function for Conversion of Video Signals” (page 29).  
Connecting a TV monitor  
The image from a visual component connected to this subwoofer can be displayed on a TV monitor,  
projector, etc.  
TV monitor, projector, etc.  
Audio signal  
or  
Video signal  
INPUT  
A
B
C
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
A Optical cable (supplied)  
B Audio cord (not supplied)  
C Component video cord (not supplied)  
: Signal flow  
Notes  
• Connect image display components such as a TV or a projector to the MONITOR OUT jacks on the subwoofer.  
• Be sure to turn on the subwoofer when the video and audio of a playback component are being output to a TV via  
the subwoofer. If the power supply of the subwoofer is not turned on, neither video nor audio signal is transmitted.  
Tips  
• You can reassign the analog audio input using the AUDIO IN ASSIGNABLE jacks. For details, see “Reassigning  
• You can watch the selected input image when you connect the MONITOR OUT jack to a TV.  
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• To output the TV sound from the speakers connected to the subwoofer, be sure to  
– connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the OPTICAL TV IN jacks of the subwoofer.  
– turn off or mute the TV’s volume.  
Connecting a DVD player (recorder)  
The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player (recorder).  
You can reassign the digital audio input using the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SAT IN jack. For details,  
DVD player (recorder)  
Audio signal  
or  
Video signal  
A
B
C
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
A Optical cable (not supplied)  
B Coaxial cord (not supplied)  
: Signal flow  
C Component video cord (not supplied)  
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Connecting a satellite tuner  
The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner.  
If the satellite tuner does not have an OPTICAL OUT jack, connect the system using the COAXIAL  
SAT IN jack.  
Satellite tuner  
Audio signal  
or  
Video signal  
B
A
C
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
A Optical cable (not supplied)  
B Coaxial cord (not supplied)  
: Signal flow  
C Component video cord (not supplied)  
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Connecting a VCR  
The following illustration shows how to connect a component which has analog jacks such as a VCR,  
etc.  
VCR  
Audio  
signal  
Video signal  
A
B
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
A Audio cord (not supplied)  
B Video cord (not supplied)  
: Signal flow  
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Step 4: Connecting the Antenna (Aerial)  
Connecting the AM loop antenna (aerial)  
The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle  
or roll up the antenna (aerial).  
1
2
Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand.  
Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).  
3
Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.  
The cords can be connected to either terminal.  
Bottom of the subwoofer  
Insert the cords by pushing down the terminal clamp.  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
ONLY  
A
EZW-T100  
F
Insert until this  
part.  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
Note  
• Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the system or other AV component, as noise may result.  
Tip  
• Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna (aerial) for best AM broadcast sound.  
4
Make sure the AM loop antenna (aerial) is connected firmly by pulling softly.  
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Connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial)  
Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack.  
FM wire antenna (aerial)  
(supplied)  
Bottom of the subwoofer  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
75  
COAXIAL  
OUT1 IR OUT2  
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
ONLY  
A
EZW-T100  
FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack  
F
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
Notes  
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).  
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.  
Tip  
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the subwoofer to an outdoor  
FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.  
Bottom of the subwoofer  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
Outdoor FM antenna  
(aerial)  
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
ONLY  
A
EZW-T100  
F
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
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Step 5: Connecting the AC  
Power Cord (Mains Lead)  
Step 6: Calibrating the  
Appropriate Settings  
Automatically  
Before connecting the AC power cord (mains  
lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains),  
connect all the speakers to the subwoofer  
(Auto Calibration)  
This subwoofer is equipped with D.C.A.C.  
(Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) Technology  
which allows you to perform automatic  
calibration as follows:  
Rear of the subwoofer  
• Check the connection between each speaker  
and the subwoofer.  
• Adjust the speaker level.  
• Measure the distance of each speaker to your  
listening position.  
To a wall outlet  
(mains)  
• Measure the frequency characteristics.*  
* The measurement result is not utilized for signals  
with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz.  
ACpowercord  
(mains lead)  
The D.C.A.C. is designed to obtain proper sound  
balance in your room. However, you can adjust  
the speaker levels and balance manually  
according to your preference. For details, see  
Note  
• After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead),  
wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power by  
pressing "/1.  
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Bottom of the subwoofer  
Before performing the Auto  
Calibration  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set up  
and connect the speakers (page 15).  
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
0.7A MAX  
• The ECM-AC2 jack is used for the calibration  
mic (supplied) only. Do not connect other  
microphones to this jack. Doing so may  
damage the subwoofer and the calibration mic.  
• During the calibration, the sound that comes  
out of the speakers is very loud. Pay attention  
to the presence of children or to the effect on  
your neighborhood.  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
To ECM-AC2 jack  
Calibration mic  
• Perform the Auto Calibration in a quiet  
environment to avoid the effect of noise and to  
get a more accurate measurement.  
• If there are any obstacles in the path between  
the calibration mic and the speakers, the  
calibration cannot be performed correctly.  
Remove any obstacles from the measurement  
area to avoid measurement error.  
Notes  
• If the muting function is on when you perform the  
Auto Calibration, it will turn off automatically.  
• When you use the S-AIR product, disconnect the  
headphones.  
1
2
Connect the calibration mic (supplied)  
to the ECM-AC2 jack on the subwoofer.  
Set up the calibration mic.  
Place the calibration mic at your listening  
position. You can also use a stool or tripod  
so that the calibration mic remains at the  
same height as your ears.  
Tip  
• The front of each speaker should face the calibration  
mic. You will get a more accurate measurement.  
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Press x/X to select “A. CAL START,”  
then press  
Performing the Auto  
Calibration  
.
The Auto Calibration starts after the  
countdown.  
TV ?/1  
The measurement process will take  
approximately 30 seconds to complete.  
The table below shows the display when  
measurement starts.  
?/1  
THEATRE  
AV ?/1  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
TV  
BD  
SAT  
Input  
buttons  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
Measurement for  
Display  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
Speaker existance  
TONE  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
Speaker gain, distance, frequency T.S.P.  
response  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
Subwoofer gain and distance  
SUBWOOFER  
AMP  
MENU  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
Notes  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
• If “PHONES” appears, you cannot perform the Auto  
Calibration. Disconnect the headphones from the S-  
AIR product you are using, then restart the Auto  
Calibration.  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
• If “CHECK MIC” appears, you cannot perform the  
Auto Calibration. Connect the calibration mic, then  
restart the Auto Calibration.  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
Tip  
TV  
• When the Auto Calibration starts:  
– Stand some distance from the speakers and the  
listening position to avoid measurement failure. This  
is because test signals are output from the speakers  
during measurement.  
x
1
2
Press ?/1.  
The system turns on.  
– Avoid making noise to get a more accurate  
measurement.  
Press AMP MENU.  
Point the remote at the remote sensor ( ) on  
the remote commander receiver.  
To cancel the Auto Calibration  
The Auto Calibration function will be canceled  
when you do the following during the  
measurement process:  
– Press  
.
– Press input buttons on the remote or INPUT  
SELECTOR on the subwoofer.  
– Change the volume level.  
Remote sensor  
Remote commander receiver  
3
Press x/X repeatedly until “A. CAL  
MENU” appears on the top panel  
display, then press  
or c.  
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Item  
Explanation  
Confirming/saving the  
measurement result  
ERROR F 33  
The front speakers are not  
connected.  
Check that the front speakers  
are connected properly.  
1
Confirm the measurement result.  
When the measurement ends, a beep sounds  
and the measurement result appears on the  
top panel display.  
ERROR SR 33  
ERROR SW 33  
Either the surround left or  
surround right speaker is not  
connected.  
Item  
Explanation  
Check that the surround  
speakers are connected  
properly.  
SAVE EXIT  
Saves the measurement result  
and exits the setting process.  
The subwoofer may be  
damaged.  
WRN CHECK  
Displays warning concerning  
the measurement result. See  
Contact your Sony dealer or  
local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
DIST INFO  
LEVEL INFO  
EXIT  
Displays the measurement  
result for speaker distance.  
When you select “WRN CHECK”  
Displays the measurement  
result for speaker level.  
If a warning on the measurement result is  
present, detailed information is displayed.  
Exits the setting process  
without saving the  
measurement result.  
Warning code  
Explanation  
WARNING 40  
The Auto Calibration has  
completed. However, the noise  
level is high. You may be able  
to perform the Auto Calibration  
properly if you try it again, even  
though the measurement cannot  
be performed in all  
environments. Try to perform  
the Auto Calibration in a quiet  
environment.  
Note  
• After “SAVE EXIT” is displayed for 50 seconds, the  
measurement result is saved automatically, without  
the need to saving procedure.  
2
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired item, then press  
or c. To  
return, press C or RETURN.  
3
Save the measurement result.  
WARNING 41  
WARNING 42  
The sound input from the  
Select “SAVE EXIT” in step 2, then press  
calibration mic is out of the  
acceptable range. The distance  
between the calibration mic and  
the speakers is too closed. Set  
them away, and then try to  
perform the Auto Calibration.  
.
The measurement result is saved.  
When error codes appear  
Try the remedies and perform the Auto  
Calibration again.  
WARNING 43  
NO WARNING  
The distance and position of the  
subwoofer cannot be detected.  
This may be caused by noise.  
Try to perform the Auto  
Calibration in a quiet  
Item  
Explanation  
ERROR 32  
• The sound input from the  
calibration mic is out of the  
acceptable range.  
environment.  
• The calibration mic or  
subwoofer may be damaged.  
Contact your Sony dealer or  
local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
There is no warning  
information.  
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When you select “DIST INFO” or  
“LEVEL INFO”  
Setting up the Sound  
Output of the Connected  
Component  
You can check the speaker distance or speaker  
level.  
Note  
• The measurement result of a speaker will not appear if  
the subwoofer does not recognize that the speaker is  
connected.  
Depending on the audio output settings of the  
connected component, the sound may output in 2  
channel sound format only. In this case, set the  
connected component to output the sound in  
multi channel sound format (PCM, DTS, Dolby  
Digital). For details on audio output settings,  
refer to the operating instructions of the  
connected component.  
After you have finished  
Disconnect the calibration mic from the  
subwoofer.  
Note  
• If you have changed the position of the speakers, Sony  
recommends that you perform the Auto Calibration  
again in order to enjoy the surround sound.  
Deleting the result of the Auto  
Calibration  
You can delete the result of the Auto Calibration.  
If there is no saved data, you cannot delete the  
result.  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “A.CAL  
MENU” appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly to select “A.CAL  
CLEAR,” then press  
or c.  
Press x/X to select “YES,” then press  
.
The saved result is deleted.  
The settings for speaker distance and  
speaker level return to their defaults.  
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Function for Conversion of Video Signals  
The subwoofer is equipped with a function for converting video signals.  
Video signals and component video signals can be output as HDMI video signals and these up-  
converted video signals can only be output from the HDMI TV OUT jack. See the illustration that  
follows.  
In the video input/output conversion table of the subwoofer  
Input signals  
A
B
C
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
Output signals  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
C
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ABC  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
OUTPUT jack  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
MONITOR OUT  
HDMI TV OUT  
INPUT jack  
HDMI IN A  
a
X
X
VIDEO IN B  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN C  
a
: Video signals are up-converted and output through the video converter.  
a : The same type of signal as that of the input signal is output. Video signals are not up-converted.  
X : Video signals are not output.  
Notes on converting video signals  
• When video signals from a VCR, etc., are converted on the subwoofer and then output to your TV,  
depending on the status of the video signal output, the image on the TV screen may appear distorted  
horizontally, or no image may be output.  
• HDMI video signals cannot be converted to component video signals.  
• The up-converted video signals are output only from the HDMI OUT jack. They are not output from  
any other video jacks.  
• When you play back a VCR with an image improvement circuit, such as TBC, the images may be  
distorted or may not be output. In this case, set the image improvement circuit function to off.  
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Connecting the Other Components  
To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter  
You can enjoy sound from a component connected to the subwoofer, using the DIGITAL MEDIA  
PORT adapter.  
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter  
: Signal flow  
Notes  
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the system is turned on.  
• When you connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark  
facing toward the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, press and  
hold A and then pull out the connector.  
A
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To use the wireless system  
The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows sound transmission between the  
subwoofer and S-AIR product (not supplied). When you purchase the S-AIR product, you need to  
establish sound transmission.  
For details, see page 65.  
Bottom of the  
subwoofer  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
CB  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
PR/  
CR  
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
Slot cover  
CAUTION  
• There is no need to open the slot cover until the S-AIR product is used.  
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Playback Options  
Index to Parts and Controls  
For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.  
Top panel  
INPUT SELECTOR  
-
PRESET  
+
-
VOLUME  
+
POWER/  
ACTIVE STANDBY  
A POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY  
Green: the system turns on.  
Amber: the Control for HDMI function or the S-AIR STANDBY MODE function is working  
while the system is turned off.  
No light: the system is turned off, and the Control for HDMI function and the S-AIR STANDBY  
MODE function is not working.  
B
?/1 (on/standby)  
Press to turn the system on or off.  
C INPUT SELECTOR  
Press to select the input source to play back.  
D PRESET –/+  
Press to go to the previous/next preset radio station.  
E VOLUME –/+  
Press to adjust the volume level.  
F S-AIR  
Green: the S-AIR transmitter (not supplied) is inserted in the subwoofer and the system  
establishes sound transmission.  
No light: the system does not establish sound transmission by the S-AIR function.  
G Top panel display  
Check the system status.  
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About the indications in the top panel display  
A Lights up according to the audio input signals.  
B SLEEP (62)  
Flashes when the Sleep Timer function is active.  
C NIGHT (40)  
Lights up when the night mode is on.  
D COAX/OPT  
Lights up according to the coaxial or optical signal being input.  
E TUNED (46)  
Lights up when a radio station is received.  
F ST/MONO (47)  
Lights up according to the stereo or monaural status of the radio.  
G Displays system’s status.  
Radio frequency, sound field, etc.  
H HDMI (16, 74)  
Lights up when an HDMI component is being used.  
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?/1 (on/standby)  
Remote control  
Press to turn the system on or off.  
Here describes the buttons for amplifier  
operation only. See page 50 for the buttons for  
operation of the connected components.  
To save the power in standby mode  
Press ?/1 while the system turns on.  
To enter power saving mode, make sure that  
the system is in the following status.  
Note  
• Point the remote at the remote sensor ( ) on the  
remote commander receiver.  
– “CTRL: HDMI” is set to “CTRL OFF”  
– “S-AIR STBY” is set to “STBY OFF”  
To cancel standby mode, press ?/1 once.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
B Input buttons  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
Press one of the buttons to select the  
component you want to use.  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
The buttons are factory assigned to control  
Sony components. You can change the  
factory settings of the input buttons to suit  
the components in your system. For details,  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
C TONE  
F
Press to adjust the bass, middle, and treble  
G
g
f
D NIGHT MODE  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
Press to enjoy sound effects for watching  
movies at night (page 40).  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
E AMP MENU  
TV  
Press to display the menu of the system  
x
F
(MUTING)  
Press to turn off the sound.  
G 2 +/–  
Press to adjust the volume.  
H C, X, x, c or  
Press C, X, x or c to select the settings.  
Then press  
to enter the selection.  
I SOUND FIELD  
* The 5, H, and 2 + buttons have a tactile dot. Use  
it as a guide during operation.  
Press to select the sound field (page 38).  
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1
Turn on the TV and choose a program.  
Enjoying TV  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the TV.  
2
Turn the system on.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
AV ?/1  
3
Press TV (white) on the remote.  
Adjust the volume of the system.  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD SAT  
4
TV  
BD  
TV  
(white)  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
Tips  
• When you connect a Sony TV, the audio input of the  
TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is  
displayed on the TV screen automatically by pressing  
the TV (white) button. To change this setting, see  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
• The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In  
this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down  
to the minimum.  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
G
g
2 +/–  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
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Enjoying a satellite tuner  
Enjoying Other  
Components  
1
Turn on the TV.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the TV.  
2
Turn the satellite tuner and the system  
on.  
TV ?/1  
AV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD SAT  
BD  
3
4
Press SAT on the remote.  
Change the TV input.  
Input  
buttons  
SOUND  
FIELD  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the TV.  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
5
Adjust the volume of the system.  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
Tip  
• The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In  
this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down  
to the minimum.  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
G
g
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc, DVD, or  
“PlayStation 3”  
2 +/–  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
1
2
Turn on the TV.  
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
Turn the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player  
(recorder) or “PlayStation 3” and the  
system on.  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
3
4
Press DVD or BD on the remote.  
Change the TV input.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the TV.  
5
Play back the disc.  
Tip  
• Even if you playback Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital  
Plus or DTS-HD with a connected component  
compatible with these sound formats, the system  
accepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. When you connect  
the component to the system using an HDMI cable to  
playback these high-quality sound formats, set the  
connected component to output the sound in multi  
channel PCM, if possible.  
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Enjoying a VCR  
1
2
3
4
Turn on the TV.  
Turn the VCR player and the system on.  
Press VIDEO on the remote.  
Change the TV input.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the TV.  
5
Play back the tape on the VCR.  
Enjoying a connected  
component through DMPORT  
connection  
1
2
Press DMPORT on the remote.  
Start playback of the connected  
component.  
Tip  
• When listening to MP3 or other compressed music  
files using a portable audio source, you can enhance  
the sound. Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “P.  
AUDIO” appears in the top panel display.  
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Enjoying Surround Sound  
Using Sound Field  
Surround Functions  
Press SOUND FIELD.  
Enjoying the Surround  
Effects  
The present sound field appears.  
Each time you press the SOUND FIELD button,  
the display changes cyclically as follows:  
A.F.D. STD t A.F.D. MULTI t  
PLII MOVIE t PLII MUSIC t SPORTS t  
NEWS t P. AUDIO t OMNI-DIR t  
A.F.D. STD t ...  
Selecting the sound field  
This system can create multi channel surround  
sound. You can select one of the optimized  
sound fields from the system’s preprogrammed  
sound fields.  
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound  
field you want appears.  
Display area  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
Available sound fields  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
SOUND  
FIELD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
Sound field  
Display  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT  
STANDARD  
A.F.D. STD  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AUTO FORMAT DIRECT  
MULTI  
A.F.D. MULTI  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE  
Dolby Pro Logic II MUSIC  
SPORTS  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
SPORTS  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
G
g
NEWS  
NEWS  
f
PORTABLE AUDIO  
ENHANCER  
P. AUDIO  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
OMNI-DIRECTIONAL  
SOUND  
OMNI-DIR  
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
Automatic outputting of the  
original sound  
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT STANDARD  
The auto decoding function automatically  
detects the type of audio signal being input  
(Dolby Digital, DTS, or standard 2 channel  
stereo) and performs the proper decoding if  
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it  
was recorded/encoded, without adding any  
effects (e.g. reverberation).  
However, if there are no low frequency signals  
(Dolby Digital LFE, etc.), it will generate a low  
frequency signal for output to the subwoofer.  
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Outputting the sound from  
multiple speakers  
Enjoying the sound effects  
x SPORTS  
This mode produces clear play-by-play  
commentary and realistic sound with surround  
effects, such as cheering, etc.  
x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI  
This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all  
types of discs from multiple speakers.  
x NEWS  
Notes  
This mode produces the clear announcer’s voice.  
• The sound is not output from multiple speakers  
depending on the source.  
x PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER  
This mode reproduces a clear enhanced sound  
image from your portable audio device. This  
mode is ideal for MP3 and other compressed  
music.  
• Depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the  
sound may be cut off as the optimum mode is  
automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound,  
select “A.F.D. STD.”  
Note  
Outputting 2 channel sources  
like CDs by 5.1channel  
• Multi channel Linear PCM is not available for “P.  
AUDIO.”  
x Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC  
x OMNI-DIRECTIONAL SOUND  
This mode reproduces the stereo effect  
everywhere surrounding by five satellite  
speakers.  
Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth  
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is  
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix  
surround decoder that extracts the spatial  
properties of the original recording without  
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.  
To turn the surround effect off  
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until “A.F.D.  
STD” appears in the top panel display.  
Notes  
Tip  
• When the input signal is multi channel source, Dolby  
Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are canceled and the  
multi channel source is output directly.  
• The sound fields memorized for each input are  
retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord  
(mains lead).  
Whenever you select a function such as “DVD” or  
“TUNER,” the sound field that was last applied to  
function is automatically applied again. For example,  
if you listen to DVD with Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE  
as the sound field, then change to another function,  
and then return to DVD, Dolby Pro Logic II MOVIE  
will be applied again.  
• When the bilingual broadcast sound is input, Dolby  
Pro Logic II MOVIE/MUSIC are not effective.  
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Adjusting the Bass,  
Middle, and Treble Level  
Enjoying the Movies at  
Night  
You can adjust the bass, middle, and treble level  
easily.  
You can enjoy sound effects or dialog, as you  
would in a movie theatre, even at low volume. It  
is useful for watching movies at night.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
1
2
5
8
0
ANALOG DIGITAL  
TONE  
1
2
5
8
0
4
7
6
9
TONE  
NIGHT  
MODE  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
NIGHT  
MODE  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP MENU  
TOOLS/  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
TOOLS/  
F
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
X, x,  
G
g
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
f
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
<
<
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
<
<
m
H
X
M
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
TV  
m
H
X
M
x
TV  
x
1
2
Press TONE repeatedly until “BASS,”  
“MIDDLE,” or “TREBLE” appears in the  
top panel display.  
Press NIGHT MODE.  
“NIGHT” lights up in the top panel display and  
the sound effect is activated.  
• BASS: adjusts the bass level  
(–6.0 – +6.0 dB, 0.5 dB steps).  
• MIDDLE: adjusts the middle level  
(–6.0 – +6.0 dB, 0.5 dB steps).  
• TREBLE: adjusts the treble level  
(–6.0 – +6.0 dB, 0.5 dB steps).  
To turn off the sound effect  
Press NIGHT MODE again.  
Press X/x to adjust.  
The adjusted value appears in the top panel  
display.  
3
Press  
.
Note  
• When you use the S-AIR functions with the  
headphones, “MIDDLE” appears. However, middle  
level is not available for the headphones.  
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Preparing for the  
“BRAVIA” Sync  
“BRAVIA” Sync features  
What is “BRAVIA” Sync?  
To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for  
HDMI function to on for the system and the  
connected component.  
When you connect a Sony TV with the Control  
for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI  
function for the system and the connected  
component can be set simultaneously by setting  
the Control for HDMI function of the TV.  
By connecting Sony components that are  
compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an  
HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is  
simplified as below:  
• One-Touch Play: When you play back a  
component such as a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player  
(recorder), the system and the TV are turned on  
automatically and switch to the appropriate  
HDMI input.  
• System Audio Control: While watching TV,  
you can select to output the sound from the TV  
speaker or the speakers of the system.  
• System Power Off: When you turn off the TV,  
the system and the connected components are  
also turned off simultaneously.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
Input  
buttons  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
“BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with a Sony TV,  
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc.,  
with the Control for HDMI function.  
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
AMP  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function  
standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics  
Control) for HDMI (High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface).  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
The Control for HDMI function will  
not operate in the following  
cases:  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
• When you connect this system to a component  
which does not correspond with the Control for  
HDMI function.  
1
2
Make sure that the system is connected  
to the TV and the connected  
components (which should be  
compatible with the Control for HDMI  
function) using HDMI cables (not  
supplied).  
• When you connect the system and components  
using other than HDMI connection.  
Sony recommends that you connect this system  
to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.  
Turn on the system, the TV, and the  
connected components.  
Note  
• Depending on the connected component, the Control  
for HDMI function may not work. For details, refer to  
the operating instructions of the component.  
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4
Select the input of the system  
connected to the component you want  
to watch (BD, DVD, SAT), and switch  
the HDMI input of the TV, so that an  
image from the connected component  
is displayed.  
If you add or reconnect the  
component  
Perform steps of “Preparing for the “BRAVIA”  
Sync” and “If “SCANNING” or “COMPLETE”  
does not appear after performing the steps  
above” again.  
Set the Control for HDMI function of the  
TV to on.  
Notes  
• During the setting of the Control for HDMI function  
for the system, the System Audio Control function  
does not work.  
The Control for HDMI function for the  
system and the connected component is  
simultaneously set to on.  
• If the Control for HDMI function for the connected  
component cannot be set simultaneously by setting  
“Control for HDMI” of the TV, set the Control for  
HDMI function using the menu of the connected  
component.  
During the setting, “SCANNING” appears  
in the top panel display. After you finish the  
setting, “COMPLETE” appears in the top  
panel display. Wait until the setting is  
complete.  
• For details on setting the TV and the connected  
components, refer to their operating instructions.  
If “SCANNING” or “COMPLETE”  
does not appear after performing  
the steps above  
Tip  
• The default setting of the Control for HDMI function  
of the system is “OFF.”  
Set the Control for HDMI function to on for the  
system and the connected component  
individually.  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “SET HDMI”  
appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
5
Press x/X repeatedly until “CTRL:  
HDMI” appears, then press  
or c.  
Press x/X to select “CTRL ON,” then  
press  
or c.  
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off. The Control for  
HDMI function is set to on.  
6
7
Set the Control for HDMI function of the  
connected component to on.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the connected component.  
Select the input of the system  
connected to the component you want  
to use the Control for HDMI function for  
(BD, DVD, SAT), and repeat step 6.  
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Enjoying a Blu-ray Disc/  
DVD  
Enjoying the TV sound  
from the Speakers  
(System Audio Control)  
(One-Touch Play)  
Play back a connected component.  
You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers  
of the system by means of a simple operation.  
For details, refer to the operating instructions of  
the TV.  
The system and the TV are turned on  
automatically and switch to the appropriate  
HDMI input.  
Note  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
• Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not  
be output.  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
Tip  
Input  
buttons  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
• You can enjoy the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player  
(recorder) connected to the system, even if you turn  
the system off. The POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY  
indicator lights up in amber at this time.  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
AMP  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
Press ?/1 to turn on the system.  
The sound is output from the speakers of the  
system. The sound is output from the TV's  
speaker when you turn the system off.  
Note  
• When the TV is turned on before this system is turned  
on, the TV sound will not be output for a moment.  
Tip  
• You can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of  
the system using the TV remote.  
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Using the Volume Limit  
function  
Using the input buttons of the  
remote  
When the System Audio Control function is  
active, and the output method changes from the  
TV speaker to the system speaker automatically,  
loud sound may be output depending on the  
volume level of the system. You can prevent this  
by limiting the maximum volume level.  
The input buttons (TV (white), BD, DVD, SAT,  
VIDEO, DMPORT) work as follows when the  
Control for HDMI function is set to on.  
• BD, DVD, SAT, VIDEO, DMPORT: Since the  
input of the TV is also switched automatically,  
you can watch the image of the selected  
component on the TV simply by pressing the  
buttons.  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “SET HDMI”  
appears, then press  
• TV: The input of the TV switches  
automatically. When you connect a Sony TV,  
you can watch the TV simply by pressing the  
button.  
or c.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “VOL LIMIT”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X to select the maximum  
volume level you want.  
Tip  
• You can control connected Sony components by  
pressing the input buttons. For details, see  
The maximum volume level changes as  
follows:  
MAX y 49 y 48 y  
...... y 2 y 1 y MIN  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
Notes  
• This function is available only when the Control for  
HDMI function is set to on.  
• This function is not available when the output method  
changes from the system speaker to the TV speaker.  
Tips  
• Sony recommends that you set the maximum volume  
level to a little lower than the volume you usually  
listen to.  
• Regardless of the maximum volume level you set, the  
VOLUME +/– button of the subwoofer and the 2 +/  
– button of the remote are operable.  
• If you do not want to limit the maximum volume  
level, select “MAX.”  
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Turning off the TV,  
System, and Connected  
Components  
(System Power Off)  
When you turn the TV off by using the power  
button on the TV’s remote, the system and the  
connected components turn off automatically.  
Also, when you turn the TV off by using the  
system’s remote, the system and the connected  
components turn off automatically.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
(orange)  
TV  
x
Hold down TV (orange), and press AV  
?/1.  
The TV, the system, and the connected  
components are turned off.  
Note  
• Depending on the status, the connected components  
may not be turned off. For details, refer to the  
operating instructions of the connected components.  
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6
Press  
.
A preset number appears in the top panel  
display.  
Tuner Functions  
Presetting Radio Stations  
You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM  
stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn the  
volume down to minimum.  
Press X/x to select the preset number  
you want.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
Tip  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
• You can select the preset number directly by  
pressing the number buttons.  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
7
Press  
.
TUNER/  
BAND  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
The station is stored.  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
8
9
Press MENU.  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
Repeat 2 to 8 to store other stations.  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
To change the preset number  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
Restart from step 3.  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
MENU  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
Changing the AM tuning  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
interval (for Australian models)  
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TUNING  
–/+  
The AM tuning interval can be set to either 10  
kHz or 9 kHz.  
TV  
x
1
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until  
“AM” appears in the top panel display.  
1
2
Press TUNER/BAND.  
You can change “FM” or “AM” by pressing  
TUNER/BAND.  
2
3
Press MENU.  
Press X/x repeatedly until “AM Step?”  
appears in the top panel display, then  
Press and hold TUNING + or – until the  
auto scanning starts.  
press  
or c.  
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a  
station. “TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo  
program) light up in the top panel display.  
“9k t 10k” or “10k t 9k” appears in the  
top panel display.  
4
Press  
.
3
4
Press MENU.  
“Complete!” appears in the top panel  
display. The AM tuning interval is changed.  
Press X/x repeatedly until “Memory?”  
appears in the top panel display.  
5
Press MENU.  
Note  
• If you change the interval, AM preset stations will be  
erased.  
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To listen to non-preset radio  
stations  
Listening to the Radio  
Use manual or automatic tuning in step 2.  
For manual tuning, press TUNING + or –  
repeatedly.  
Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first  
For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING +  
or –. The automatic tuning stops automatically  
when the system receives a radio station. To stop  
the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING +  
or –.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TUNER/  
BAND  
If an FM program is noisy  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
If an FM program is noisy, you can select  
monaural reception. There will be no stereo  
effect, but reception will improve.  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
1
2
Press MENU.  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
Press X/x repeatedly until “FM Mode?”  
appears in the top panel display, then  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
F
press  
or c.  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
3
Press X/x to select “MONO.”  
The default setting is underlined.  
• STEREO: stereo reception.  
• MONO: monaural reception.  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
MENU  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
PRESET  
–/+  
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
4
Press  
.
TUNING  
–/+  
TV  
x
5
Press MENU.  
Tip  
1
2
Press TUNER/BAND.  
• To improve reception, reorient the supplied antennas  
(aerials).  
The last received station is tuned in.  
You can change “FM” or “AM” by pressing  
TUNER/BAND.  
Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to  
select the preset station.  
Each time you press the button, the system  
tunes in one preset station.  
You can select the preset number directly by  
pressing the number buttons.  
3
Adjust the volume of the system.  
To turn off the radio  
Press "/1 to turn off the system, or change to  
another function.  
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Tip  
Naming preset stations  
• You can check the frequency in the top panel display  
by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly (page 48).  
You can enter a name for preset stations. These  
names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the top  
panel display when a station is selected.  
Note that no more than one name can be entered  
for each preset station.  
Viewing the station name or  
frequency in the top panel  
display  
1
Press TUNER/BAND.  
When the system is set to “FM” or “AM,” you  
can check the frequency using the top panel  
display.  
The last received station is tuned in.  
You can change “FM” or “AM” by pressing  
TUNER/BAND.  
Press DISPLAY.  
2
Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to  
select the preset station you want to  
create an index name for.  
Each time you press DISPLAY, the top panel  
display changes as shown.  
1 Station name*  
2 Frequency**  
* This is displayed if you have entered a name for a  
3
4
Press MENU.  
Press X/x repeatedly until “Name In?”  
appears in the top panel display.  
preset station.  
**Returns to the original display when several seconds  
have elapsed.  
5
6
Press  
.
Create a name by using C/X/x/c.  
Press X/x to select a character, then press c  
to move the cursor to the next position.  
Letters, numbers, and other symbols can be  
input for a radio station name.  
If you enter a wrong character  
Press C/c repeatedly until the character to  
be changed flashes, then press X/x to select  
the desired character.  
To erase the character, press C/c repeatedly  
until the character to be erased flashes, then  
press CLEAR.  
7
Press  
.
“Complete!” appears in the top panel  
display, and the station name is stored.  
8
Press MENU.  
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Using the Radio Data  
System (RDS)  
(Except for Australian models)  
What is the Radio Data  
System?  
The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting  
service that allows radio stations to send  
additional information along with the regular  
program signal. This tuner offers convenient  
RDS features, such as station name display. RDS  
is available only for FM stations.*  
Note  
• RDS may not work properly if the station you are  
tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly,  
or if the signal strength is weak.  
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do  
they provide the same type of services. If you are not  
familiar with the RDS system, check with your local  
radio stations for details on RDS services in your  
area.  
Receiving RDS broadcasts  
Simply select a station from the FM band.  
When you tune in a station that provides RDS  
services, the station name* appears in the top  
panel display.  
* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a station name  
will not appear in the top panel display.  
Tip  
• When a station name is displayed, you can check the  
frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.  
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To control the component  
1
Press one of the input buttons 3 (TV,  
BD, DVD, or SAT) to select the  
Advanced Settings  
component you want to operate.  
Controlling the Connected  
Sony Components with the  
Remote  
The component assigned to the selected  
input button becomes operable.  
2
Referring to the following table, press  
the corresponding button for the  
operation.  
You can control connected Sony components  
with the remote of this system.  
Some functions cannot be selected depending on  
the component. In that case, select them using  
the remote control of the component.  
Common operations  
Remote Button  
Function  
2 TV ?/1  
AV ?/1  
Turns on or off the Sony  
TV or audio/video  
(on/standby)  
components that the  
remote is assigned to  
operate.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
Press 1 ?/1 and 2 TV  
?/1/AV ?/1 at the same  
time to turn off the system  
and all other components  
that the remote is assigned  
to operate (SYSTEM  
STANDBY).  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
7 ENTER  
Enters the selection.  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
ws Number buttons  
Selects channels and tracks  
directly.  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
To control the TV  
G
g
Press and hold qh TV (orange) button while  
pressing the buttons with an orange dot or orange  
printing to control the TV.  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
Remote Button  
Function  
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
4 A/B  
Selects the sound from the  
speaker for a stereo or  
bilingual broadcast.  
TV  
x
5
6
7
(Screen mode) Changes the screen format  
manually to suit the  
broadcast.  
(Guide)  
Displays the guide when  
you are watching analog or  
digital channels.  
Returns to the previous  
channel watched (for more  
than five seconds).  
(Previous channel)  
* The 5, H, and 2 + buttons have a tactile dot. Use  
it as a guide during operation.  
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Remote Button  
Function  
Remote Button  
Function  
8 TOOLS/  
Enables you to access  
various viewing options  
and change/make  
adjustments according to  
the source and screen  
format.  
wh THEATRE  
Automatically sets the  
optimal picture settings for  
watching movies, when  
you connect a Sony TV  
which is compatible with  
the THEATRE button.  
Also, the audio is  
automatically switched to  
the audio output of this  
system when you connect  
the TV and the system with  
HDMI connection, and the  
Control for HDMI function  
is set to on.  
OPTIONS  
9
(Muting)  
Turns off the sound.  
Adjusts the volume.  
q; 2 +/–  
qa MENU/HOME  
Allows you to select  
channels or input sources  
and change the settings for  
your TV.  
qd PROG +/–/  
/
In TV mode: Selects the  
next (+) or previous (-)  
channel.  
To control the DVD recorder/Blu-  
ray Disc recorder  
In Text mode: Selects the  
next (  
) or previous  
Remote Button  
4 F1  
Function  
(
) page.  
Selects the HDD.  
qk  
RETURN/EXIT Returns to the previous  
screen of any displayed  
menu.  
5 F2  
Selects the Blu-ray Disc/  
DVD.  
qa MENU/HOME  
Displays the MENU.  
ql C, X, x, c,  
Selects a menu item and  
enters the selection.  
qs ,  
Jumps forward while  
viewing recorded  
programs.  
w;  
/
(Info/Text In digital mode: Displays  
brief details of the program  
currently being watched.  
In analogue mode:  
reveal)  
qd .  
Skips chapters.  
>
Skips forward to the next  
available chapter.  
Displays information such  
as current channel number  
and screen format.  
qf m/M  
To fast reverse or to fast  
forward the disc when  
pressed during playback.  
In Text mode: Reveals  
hidden information (e.g.  
answers to a quiz).  
qg H (playback)/X  
(pause, press again to  
resume normal  
Play mode buttons.  
wa  
(Text)  
Displays Text.  
ws Number buttons  
Selects channels. Press 7  
ENTER to change  
channels immediately.  
playback)/x (stop)  
qj < •  
Jumps backward while  
viewing live or recorded  
programs.  
wd ANALOG  
Changes to analog mode.  
Changes to digital mode.  
wf DIGITAL  
ql C, X, x, c,  
Selects a menu item and  
enters the selection.  
wg  
/
(Input  
In TV mode: Selects input.  
In Analogue Text mode:  
Holds the current page.  
select/Text hold)  
wd BD/DVD  
Displays the top menu/disc  
menu.  
TOP MENU  
wf BD/DVD MENU  
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To control the DVD player/Blu-ray  
Disc player  
To control the SAT  
Remote Button  
(Guide)  
Function  
6
Displays the guide menu.  
Displays the MENU.  
Remote Button  
qa MENU/HOME  
qs ,  
Function  
Displays the MENU.  
Jumps forward.  
Skips chapters.  
qa MENU/HOME  
ql C, X, x, c,  
Selects a menu item and  
enters the selection.  
qd ./>  
qf m/M  
To fast reverse or to fast  
forward the disc when  
pressed during playback.  
Note  
• The above explanations are intended to serve as an  
example only. Depending on the component, the  
above operations may not be possible, or may operate  
differently than described.  
qg H (playback)/X  
(pause, press again to  
resume normal  
Play mode buttons.  
playback)/x (stop)  
qj < •  
Jumps backward.  
ql C, X, x, c,  
Selects a menu item and  
enters the selection.  
wd BD/DVD  
Displays the top menu/disc  
menu.  
TOP MENU  
wf BD/DVD MENU  
To control the HDD/DVD COMBO  
Remote Button  
4 F1  
Function  
Selects the HDD.  
Selects the DVD.  
Displays the MENU.  
Advance.  
5 F2  
qa MENU/HOME  
qs ,  
qd ./>  
Specifies the previous/next  
chapter/track.  
qf m/M  
To fast reverse or to fast  
forward the disc when  
pressed during playback.  
qg H (playback)/X  
(pause, press again to  
resume normal  
Play mode buttons.  
playback)/x (stop)  
qj < •  
Changes to replay mode.  
ql C, X, x, c,  
Moves the highlight  
(cursor) and selects the  
item.  
wd BD/DVD  
Displays the top menu/disc  
menu.  
TOP MENU  
wf BD/DVD MENU  
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Categories and the  
corresponding buttons for BD,  
DVD, and SAT  
Changing the Input Button  
Assignments of the  
Remote  
Categories  
Press  
DVD player  
1
(command mode DVD1)  
You can change the factory settings of the input  
buttons to suit the components in your system.  
For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc  
player to the DVD jack on the system, you can  
set the DVD button on this remote to control the  
Blu-ray Disc player.  
DVD recorder  
2
3
4
(command mode DVD3)*  
Blu-ray Disc player  
(command mode BD1)**  
Blu-ray Disc recorder  
(command mode BD3)  
You cannot assign any component other than a  
TV to the TV (white) button of the remote.  
Euro Digital Satellite Receiver *** 7  
*
The default setting of the DVD button.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
Sony DVD recorders are operated with a DVD1 or  
DVD3 setting. For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of the DVD recorders.  
?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
TV  
(white)  
Input  
** The default setting of the BD button.  
For details on the BD1 or BD3 setting, refer to the  
operating instructions of the Blu-ray Disc player or  
Blu-ray Disc recorder.  
buttons  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
*** The default setting of the SAT button.  
TONE  
Number  
buttons  
4
7
6
9
Categories and the  
corresponding buttons for TV  
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
Categories  
TV*  
Press  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
5
6
F
TV**  
G
g
*
The default setting of the TV (white) button.  
When this setting is selected, the audio input of the  
TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is  
displayed on the TV screen automatically by  
pressing the TV (white) button.  
f
2 –  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
** When this setting is selected, the audio input of the  
TV is switched automatically by pressing the TV  
(white) button.  
TV  
x
1
2
Hold down the input button you want to  
change the assignment of.  
To clear all remote button  
assignments  
Example: Hold down DVD.  
Press and hold 2 –, ?/1, and then press  
Referring to the following table, press  
the corresponding button for the  
category you want.  
/
. The remote is reset to its factory  
settings.  
Example: Press 3.  
Now you can use the DVD button to control  
the Blu-ray Disc player.  
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AUDIO  
A. ASSIGN  
ANALOG VD  
ANALOG TV  
ANALOG SAT  
ANALOG DVD  
ANALOG BD  
Settings and Adjustments  
Using the Amplifier Menu  
Using the AMP menu  
D. ASSIGN  
COAX SAT  
COAX DVD  
You can set the following items with AMP  
MENU on the remote.  
The default settings are underlined.  
CUST-  
OMIZE  
DUAL MONO  
MAIN  
SUB  
SET  
CTRL: HDMI  
CTRL ON  
CTRL OFF  
MAIN+SUB  
HDMI1)  
A/V SYNC4)  
SYNC OFF,  
1, 2, …..20  
VOL LIMIT2)  
MAX, 49,  
48…..2, 1,  
MIN  
AUDIO DRC  
DRC MAX  
DRC STD  
DRC OFF  
A. CAL  
MENU3)  
A. CAL START  
A. CAL CLEAR  
YES  
NO  
DIMMER  
DISPLAY  
SLEEP  
DIMMER ON  
DIMMER OFF  
SP  
SETUP  
CENTER SP  
SUR SP  
CENTER YES  
CENTER NO  
DSPL ON  
DSPL OFF  
SUR YES  
SUR NO  
SLEEPOFF, 10M,  
20M, …..90M  
FL DIST  
CNT DIST  
FR DIST  
SR DIST  
SL DIST  
FL 3m 0cm  
CNT 3m 0cm  
FR 3m 0cm  
SR 3m 0cm  
SL 3m 0cm  
S-AIR  
SET5)  
S-AIR ID  
PAIRING  
S-AIR ID: A  
S-AIR ID: B  
S-AIR ID: C  
START  
CONDITION  
S-AIR MODE  
RF CHANGE  
PARTY  
SEPARATE  
SW DIST  
SW 3m 0cm  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
LEVEL  
TEST TONE  
T. TONE ON  
T. TONE OFF  
S-AIR STBY  
STBY ON  
FL LEVEL  
CNT LEVEL  
FR LEVEL  
SR LEVEL  
SL LEVEL  
SW LEVEL  
FL 0.0  
STBY OFF  
CNT 0.0  
FR 0.0  
SR 0.0  
SL 0.0  
SW 0.0  
1)  
2)  
This setting appears only when “CTRL: HDMI” is  
set to “CTRL ON.”  
3)  
setting appears only when the result of the Auto  
Calibration is saved.  
4)  
This setting is only for the optical and coaxial input  
signals.  
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5)  
This setting appears only when you insert the S-AIR  
transmitter (not supplied).  
Setting the speaker  
connection  
1
2
3
Press AMP MENU to turn on the AMP  
menu.  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, you  
can set the connection of the center and surround  
speakers.  
Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the  
item and the setting.  
Press AMP MENU to turn off the AMP  
menu.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
The following pages show details for each  
setting.  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “SP SETUP”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
speaker, then press or c.  
3
• CENTER SP: selects the center speaker.  
• SUR SP: selects the surround speakers.  
4
Press x/X to select the setting.  
• CENTER (SUR) YES: selects when you  
connect the speaker(s).  
• CENTER (SUR) NO: selects when you do  
not connect the speaker(s).  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
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Notes  
Setting the speaker distance  
• “CNT DIST” does not appear when you set  
“CENTER NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting.  
• “SR DIST” and “SL DIST” do not appear when  
you set “SUR NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting.  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, you  
can set the speaker distance from your listening  
position.  
4
Press x/X to set the parameter, then  
TV ?/1  
press  
or C.  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
Default setting: 3m 0cm.  
The adjustment range is 0m 0cm to 7m 0cm.  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
Tip  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
• When the result of the Auto Calibration is saved,  
you can adjust the speakers distance in 1 cm  
steps.  
If the result of the Auto Calibration is not saved,  
you can adjust the speakers distance in 10 cm  
steps.  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
5
6
Repeat step 3 and 4.  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “SP SETUP”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
speaker, then press or c.  
3
• FL DIST: adjusts the front left speaker  
distance.  
• CNT DIST: adjusts the center speaker  
distance.  
• FR DIST: adjusts the front right speaker  
distance.  
• SR DIST: adjusts the surround right  
speaker distance.  
• SL DIST: adjusts the surround left speaker  
distance.  
• SW DIST: adjusts the subwoofer distance.  
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• SR LEVEL: adjusts the surround right  
speaker level.  
Setting the speaker level  
• SL LEVEL: adjusts the surround left  
speaker level.  
You can use the test tone to adjust the level and  
the balance of the speakers.  
• SW LEVEL: adjusts the subwoofer level.  
TV ?/1  
AV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
Notes  
• “CNT LEVEL” does not appear when you set  
“CENTER NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting.  
• “SR LEVEL” and “SL LEVEL” do not appear  
when you set “SUR NO” in the “SP SETUP”  
setting.  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
TV  
BD  
DVD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
6
Press x/X to adjust the speaker level,  
TONE  
then press  
or c.  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
Default setting: 0.0 (dB)  
AMP MENU  
You can adjust from –6.0 (dB) to +6.0 (dB)  
in 0.5 (dB) steps.  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
Note  
F
• If you do not adjust for a certain period, the test  
tone is emitted from the next speaker in  
sequence.  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
7
8
Repeat step 5 and 6 to adjust the  
speaker level.  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
After you have finished making  
TV  
x
adjustments, press x/X until “TEST  
TONE” appears, then press  
or c.  
9
Press X/x to select “T. TONE OFF,”  
then press  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “LEVEL”  
appears, then press or c.  
.
10  
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “TEST  
TONE” appears, then press  
or c.  
Note  
• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI  
OUT jack.  
Press X/x to select “T. TONE ON,” then  
press  
.
The test tone is emitted from each speaker in  
sequence.  
5
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired speaker, then press  
or c.  
The test tone is emitted from only the  
speaker that is being adjusted.  
• FL LEVEL: adjusts the front left speaker  
level.  
• CNT LEVEL: adjusts the center speaker  
level.  
• FR LEVEL: adjusts the front right speaker  
level.  
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• MAIN+SUB: main sound is output from  
the left speaker and sub  
Enjoying multiplex broadcast  
sound (DUAL MONO)  
sound is output from the  
right speaker.  
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when  
the system receives an AC-3 multiplex broadcast  
signal.  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
Note  
• To receive AC-3 signal, you need to connect a digital  
satellite tuner to the system with an optical cable or  
coaxial cable, and set the digital output mode of the  
digital satellite tuner to AC-3.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “DUAL  
MONO” appears, then press  
or c.  
Press x/X to select the sound you want.  
• MAIN:  
plays back only the main  
channel.  
• SUB:  
plays back only the sub  
channel.  
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Notes  
Adjusting the delay between  
the sound and the image (A/V  
SYNC)  
• You may not be able to adjust the delay between  
sound and image perfectly using this function.  
• This function is useful only for Dolby Digital, DTS  
and Linear PCM (2ch) input by optical and coaxial  
audio input signals.  
You can delay the sound using this function  
when the image is slower than the sound.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”  
appears, then press  
or c.  
Press X/x to set the parameter.  
• SYNC OFF: does not adjust.  
• SYNC 1 – 20: adjusts from 1 (10 ms) to 20  
(200 ms) in 1 (10 ms) steps.  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
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5
Press AMP MENU.  
Enjoying Dolby Digital sound  
at low volume (AUDIO DRC)  
The AMP menu turns off.  
You can compress the dynamic range of the  
sound track. AUDIO DRC is useful for watching  
movies at low volume. AUDIO DRC only  
applies to Dolby Digital sources.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “AUDIO  
DRC” appears, then press  
or c.  
Press x/X to select the setting.  
• DRC MAX: compresses dynamic range  
fully.  
• DRC STD: reproduces the sound track  
with the kind of dynamic  
range that the recording  
engineer intended.  
• DRC OFF: no compression of dynamic  
range.  
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Changing the brightness of  
the top panel display  
(DIMMER)  
Changing the display setting  
(DISPLAY)  
You can change the display setting.  
The brightness of the top panel display can be set  
to one of 2 levels.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
TONE  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
AMP MENU  
4
7
6
9
CLEAR  
ENTER  
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
AMP MENU  
F
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
TOOLS/  
MENU  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
F
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
f
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
m
H
X
M
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TV  
x
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “DISPLAY”  
appears, then press  
or c.  
or c.  
3
4
Press X/x repeatedly until “DIMMER”  
appears, then press  
Press x/X to select the setting of the  
top panel display.  
or c.  
• DSPL ON: the display appears all the  
time.  
Press X/x to select the brightness of  
the top panel display.  
• DSPL OFF: the display appears for a  
moment when you operate  
the system.  
• DIMMER ON:low lighting.  
• DIMMER OFF:bright lighting.  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
Note  
The AMP menu turns off.  
• The display appears all the time when the muting  
or protection function is working, even if you set  
the “DISPLAY” to “DSPL OFF.”  
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5
Press AMP MENU.  
Using the sleep timer  
(SLEEP)  
The AMP menu turns off.  
You can set the system to turn off at a preset time  
when you sleep listening to music. You can  
preset the time in 10 minutes decrements.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until  
“CUSTOMIZE” appears, then press  
or c.  
3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “SLEEP”  
appears, then press  
or c.  
Press x/X to select the preset time.  
The minutes display (the remaining time)  
changes as follows:  
OFF y 10M y 20M  
Y
Y
90M y 80M ..... 30M  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
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Note  
Reassigning the audio  
inputs  
• This function is only for this system, not for the  
connected TV or other components.  
Reassigning the analog audio  
input  
You can reassign an audio input that has audio  
(analog) signal to the “TV,” “BD,” “DVD,”  
“SAT,” or “VIDEO” function, if it is not being  
used.  
For example, to output the audio source for DVD  
player using the AUDIO IN ASSIGNABLE  
jacks on the subwoofer:  
• Connect the analog output jacks of the DVD  
player to the AUDIO IN ASSIGNABLE jacks  
on the subwoofer.  
• Assign “DVD” function to the “ANALOG  
DVD” in the “A. ASSIGN” setting.  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “AUDIO”  
appears, then press or c.  
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3
4
Press x/X repeatedly until “A. ASSIGN”  
appears, then press or c.  
Reassigning the digital audio  
input  
Press x/X to select the audio input you  
want to reassign.  
You can reassign an audio input that has coaxial  
(digital) signal to the “DVD” or “SAT” function,  
if either one function is not being used.  
For example, to output the audio source for DVD  
player using the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL  
SAT IN jack on the subwoofer:  
• ANALOG VD: reassigns the analog  
audio input to the  
“VIDEO” function.  
• ANALOG TV: reassigns the analog  
audio input to the “TV”  
function.  
• Connect the coaxial output jack of the DVD  
player to the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SAT  
IN jack on the subwoofer.  
• ANALOG SAT: reassigns the analog  
audio input to the “SAT”  
function.  
• Assign the “DVD” function to “COAX DVD”  
in the “D. ASSIGN” setting.  
• ANALOG DVD:reassigns the analog  
audio input to the  
TV ?/1  
“DVD” function.  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
• ANALOG BD: reassigns the analog  
audio input to the “BD”  
function.  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
The AMP menu turns off.  
1
2
5
8
0
Notes  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
• When images of an audio component are output, the  
sound may not be output. In this case, check the  
following:  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
TOOLS/  
MENU  
– Confirm the audio analog input jacks correspond  
with the function.  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
– Reassign the function.  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
• You cannot use the analog audio input for the original  
input if it has been reassigned to another input.  
• You cannot reassign the analog audio input to the  
“TUNER/BAND” and “DMPORT” function.  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “AUDIO”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “D. ASSIGN”  
appears, then press or c.  
3
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4
5
Press x/X to select the audio input you  
want to reassign.  
Using an S-AIR Product  
• COAX SAT: reassigns the coaxial audio  
input to the “SAT”  
About S-AIR products  
function.  
The system is compatible with the S-AIR  
function, which allows sound transmission  
between the subwoofer and S-AIR product (not  
supplied).  
When you purchase the S-AIR product, you need  
to perform the following settings to establish the  
sound transmission.  
• COAX DVD: reassigns the coaxial audio  
input to the “DVD”  
function.  
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
Notes  
• You cannot reassign several digital audio inputs to the  
same input.  
There are two types of S-AIR product.  
• S-AIR main unit (this subwoofer): This is for  
transmitting sound. You can use up to three  
S-AIR main units. (The number of usable  
S-AIR main units depends on the use  
environment.)  
• You cannot use the digital audio input for the original  
input if it has been reassigned to another input.  
• You cannot reassign the digital audio input to the  
“TV,” “BD,” “VIDEO,” “TUNER/BAND,” or  
“DMPORT” function.  
• S-AIR sub unit: This is for receiving sound.  
S-AIR  
main unit  
S-AIR sub unit  
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Insert the wireless transmitter.  
Inserting the wireless  
transmitter/transceiver  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
To make use of the S-AIR function, you need to  
insert the wireless transmitter (not supplied) into  
the subwoofer and the wireless transceiver (not  
supplied) into the S-AIR product.  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
CB  
P
R/  
R
C
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
Notes  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
• When you insert the wireless transmitter/transceiver,  
make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is not  
connected to a wall outlet (mains).  
0
0
1
T
-
W
Z
E
• Do not touch the terminals of the wireless transmitter/  
transceiver.  
To insert the wireless transmitter  
into the subwoofer  
1
Remove the screws and detach the slot  
cover.  
Bottom of the subwoofer  
Notes  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
• Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR  
logo facing up.  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
PB/  
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
C
B
• Insert the wireless transmitter so that the V  
marks are aligned.  
0.7A MAX  
P
R/  
R
C
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
• Do not insert other than the wireless transmitter  
into the EZW-T100 slot.  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
Slot cover  
0
0
1
T
-
W
Z
E
Notes  
• Remove the screws from the slot cover bearing  
the caution mark. Do not remove other screws.  
• The slot cover is no longer necessary; however,  
keep it after detaching.  
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Make sure to use the same screws to  
secure the wireless transmitter.  
Establishing sound  
transmission between the  
subwoofer and the S-AIR  
product  
VIDEO  
VIDEO IN  
BD IN  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
TV OUT  
MONITOR  
OUT  
HDMI  
AM  
DVD IN  
SAT IN  
IR REMOTE  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Y
75  
COAXIAL  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
P
C
B/  
B
L
DMPORT  
DC 5V  
0.7A MAX  
ECM-AC2  
IR-R100  
OPTICAL  
ASSIGNABLE  
COAXIAL  
To establish sound transmission, set the S-AIR  
products that you use.  
After inserting the wireless transmitter/  
transceiver, connect the AC power cord (mains  
lead).  
P
C
R/  
R
R
TV IN  
DVD IN  
DIGITAL  
SPEAKER  
SAT IN  
SAT IN  
AUDIO IN  
ASSIGNABLE  
EZW-T100  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
ONLY FOR SS-IS15  
CENTER  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUR  
R
SUR  
L
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
0
0
1
T
-
W
Z
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
E
BD  
SAT  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
AMP MENU  
Note  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
TOOLS/  
MENU  
• Do not use other screws to fasten the wireless  
transmitter.  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
To insert the wireless transceiver  
into the S-AIR product  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
For details on installing the wireless transceiver  
into the S-AIR product, refer to the operating  
instructions of the S-AIR product.  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
To set the ID of the subwoofer  
Simply by matching the ID of the subwoofer and  
the S-AIR product, you can establish sound  
transmission. You can use multiple S-AIR  
products by setting a different ID for each  
component.  
1
Turn on the subwoofer.  
The subwoofer turns on.  
2
3
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET”  
appears, then press  
or c.  
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5
6
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR ID”  
appears, then press or c.  
x When you perform pairing  
Before pairing, sound transmission is established  
by the ID (example).  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired ID (A, B, or C).  
Your room  
Neighbor  
Press AMP MENU.  
S-AIR main unit A  
(this subwoofer)  
ID A  
The AMP menu turns off.  
To set the ID of the S-AIR product  
For details on setting the ID of the S-AIR  
product, refer to the operating instructions of the  
S-AIR product.  
The image of established sound  
transmission  
ID A  
ID A  
S-AIR  
product A  
S-AIR  
product B  
S-AIR main unit A  
(this subwoofer)  
S-AIR main unit B  
ID A  
ID B  
Sound transmission is established between the  
paired subwoofer and the S-AIR product(s).  
Your room  
Neighbor  
S-AIR main unit A  
(this subwoofer)  
ID A  
ID A  
ID A  
ID B  
S-AIR  
S-AIR  
S-AIR  
product A  
product B  
product C  
To perform the pairing operation  
It is easy to set the same ID for the subwoofer  
and the S-AIR product to establish sound  
transmission. However, neighbors may also  
receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same,  
or you may receive sound from neighbors. To  
prevent this, you can identify the subwoofer with  
a specific S-AIR product by performing the  
pairing operation.  
ID A  
ID A  
S-AIR  
product A  
S-AIR  
product B  
Pairing  
1
2
Place the S-AIR product that you want  
to pair near the subwoofer.  
Match the IDs of the subwoofer and the  
S-AIR product. To set the ID of the  
To set the ID of the S-AIR product, refer to  
the operating instructions of the S-AIR  
product.  
3
Press AMP MENU.  
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5
6
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET”  
appears, then press or c.  
Enjoying the system’s sound  
by using the S-AIR product  
Press x/X repeatedly until “PAIRING”  
appears, then press or c.  
You can enjoy the system’s sound by using the  
S-AIR product that is compatible with the S-AIR  
mode. The S-AIR product can be installed  
anywhere, regardless of the location of the  
subwoofer, for enjoying the system’s sound in  
another room.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired setting, then press or c.  
• START: the subwoofer starts  
pairing.  
• CONDITION: you can check the current  
ID. When the pairing  
For details of the S-AIR product, refer to the  
operating instructions of the S-AIR product.  
setting is not made, “NO  
PAIRING” appears in the  
top panel display.  
Note  
• Sources with copyright protection may not be  
playable on S-AIR products.  
7
Start pairing of the S-AIR product.  
1
Set the ID of the S-AIR product to that of  
the subwoofer.  
To start paring of the S-AIR product, refer  
to the operating instructions of the S-AIR  
product.  
To set the ID of the subwoofer, see “To set  
When sound transmission is established,  
“COMPLETE” appears in the top panel  
display.  
Notes  
• When you are using another S-AIR product, do not  
change the ID of the subwoofer. Set the ID of the  
S-AIR product to the same ID as the subwoofer.  
• When you pair the subwoofer and another S-AIR  
product by the pairing operation, you need to perform  
pairing between the subwoofer and the S-AIR  
product. For details, see “To perform the pairing  
8
Press AMP MENU.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
Note  
• Perform the pairing of the S-AIR product within  
several minutes after step 6. If you do not, pairing is  
canceled automatically and the “INCOMPLETE”  
appears in the top panel display.  
To cancel pairing  
Perform the ID setting of the subwoofer  
according to the procedure of “To set the ID of  
the subwoofer” (page 67). If you select a new ID  
(you can select the same ID as before), pairing is  
canceled.  
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Note  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
• When “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” is  
selected on the subwoofer, you can only select  
the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR  
product.  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD SAT  
BD  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
6
7
Press AMP MENU.  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
The AMP menu turns off.  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
Select the desired function on the  
S-AIR product.  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
When the sound is other than 2 channel  
stereo, multi channel sound is down mixed  
to 2 channel.  
AMP MENU  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
F
8
Adjust the volume on the S-AIR  
product.  
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
x
2
3
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET”  
appears, then press or c.  
4
5
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR  
MODE” appears, then press  
or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired function.  
• PARTY:  
the S-AIR product outputs  
sound according to function  
set on the subwoofer.  
• SEPARATE: you can set the desired  
function for the S-AIR  
product while functions of  
the subwoofer do not  
change.  
When “SEPARATE” is set,  
the functions you can select  
are “MAIN UNIT,”  
“TUNER FM,” “TUNER  
AM” and “DMPORT.”  
To enjoy the same function  
as the subwoofer, select  
“MAIN UNIT.”  
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• OFF: the subwoofer transmits sound by  
fixing the channel to transmit.  
Changing the channel for  
improved sound transmission  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
If sound transmission is unstable, you can  
improve it by changing the “RF CHANGE”  
setting. The optimal setting differs depending on  
the usage environment.  
In most cases, you will not need to change this  
setting.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
To enjoy the S-AIR product  
while the subwoofer is in  
standby mode  
You can enjoy the S-AIR product while the  
subwoofer is in standby mode by setting “S-AIR  
STBY” to “STBY ON.”  
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
When you use the timer function of the S-AIR  
product, set to “STBY ON” in the “S-AIR  
STBY” setting.  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
1
2
5
8
0
TV ?/1  
?/1  
THEATRE  
TV  
AV ?/1  
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
SYSTEM STANDBY  
DVD  
BD  
SAT  
AMP MENU  
SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT  
BD/DVD  
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
MENU  
TOOLS/  
TOP MENU MENU  
F1  
A/B  
3
F2  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
ANALOG DIGITAL  
F
1
2
5
8
0
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
TONE  
4
7
6
9
NIGHT  
MODE  
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
AMP MENU  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
CLEAR  
ENTER  
AMP  
<
<
TOOLS/  
MENU  
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
OPTIONS  
DISPLAY  
m
H
X
M
F
TV  
x
C, X, x, c,  
G
g
f
RETURN/EXIT  
MENU/HOME  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select “RF  
CHANGE,” then press or c.  
TV CH -  
TV CH +  
PRESET -  
.
PRESET +  
>
<
<
TUNING -  
TUNING +  
m
H
X
M
TV  
3
4
x
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired setting.  
1
2
Press AMP MENU.  
Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET”  
appears, then press or c.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select “S-AIR  
STBY,” then press or c.  
• AUTO: normally select this. The  
subwoofer changes “RF  
CHANGE” to “ON” or “OFF”  
automatically.  
3
4
• ON:  
the subwoofer transmits sound by  
searching for a better channel to  
transmit.  
Press x/X repeatedly to select the  
desired setting.  
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• STBY OFF: you cannot enjoy the S-AIR  
product while the subwoofer  
is in standby mode.  
Using the IR repeater  
• STBY ON: you can enjoy the S-AIR  
product while the subwoofer  
is in standby mode or turned  
on.  
About the IR REMOTE jacks  
You can operate the subwoofer without pointing  
the remote toward the remote commander  
receiver if you connect an IR repeater (not  
supplied) to the IR REMOTE jack.  
5
Press AMP MENU.  
Use an IR repeater when you install the remote  
commander receiver in a place where signals  
from the remote cannot reach.  
The AMP menu turns off.  
Notes  
• When you set “S-AIR STBY” to “STBY ON,” power  
consumption during standby mode increases.  
• The sound of the S-AIR product may be cut off when  
the subwoofer is operated.  
Bottom of the subwoofer  
IR repeater  
(not supplied)  
IR REMOTE  
IR IN  
IR OUT1 IR OUT2  
Remote  
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• Press SOUND FIELD and check the  
selected sound field.  
Additional Information  
• Depending on the source, the sound effect of  
the speakers may be less noticeable.  
Troubleshooting  
The sound comes from the center speaker  
only.  
If you experience any of the following  
difficulties while using the system, use this  
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the  
problem before requesting repairs. Should any  
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer. When bringing the system in for repairs,  
be sure to bring in the entire system.  
• Check the speaker connections and settings  
• Depending on the disc, the sound may come  
from the center speaker only.  
No sound is heard from the center speaker.  
• Check the speaker connections and settings  
General  
• Set the sound field to other than “OMNI-  
DIRECTIONAL SOUND” (page 38).  
• Depending on the source, the effect of the  
center speaker may be less noticeable.  
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 top panel display.  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is  
heard from the surround speakers.  
Press ?/1 to turn off the system, and check  
the following item after “STANDBY”  
disappears.  
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of  
the system?  
After checking the above item and fixing  
any problems, turn on the system. If the  
cause of the problem cannot be found even  
after checking the above item, consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
• Check the speaker connections and settings  
• Check the selected sound field (page 38).  
• Depending on the source, the effect of the  
surround speakers may be less noticeable.  
• A monaural or stereo (not multi channel)  
signal is being played.  
The sound is delayed compared to the image  
of the TV.  
• Set “A/V SYNC” to “SYNC OFF” when  
“A/V SYNC” is set.  
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel sound is  
not reproduced.  
• Check that the playing Blu-ray Disc, DVD,  
etc., is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS  
format.  
Connected components  
There is no sound or only a very low-level  
sound no matter which component is selected.  
• Check that audio setting (settings for the  
audio output) of the connected component.  
• Check that this system and components are  
connected correctly and securely.  
• Check that both this system and the selected  
component are turned on.  
The surround effect cannot be obtained.  
• Depending on the digital signal, the  
surround processing may not work  
There is no sound from the selected  
component.  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is  
heard from the speakers.  
• Check that the component is connected  
correctly to the audio input jacks for that  
component.  
• Press 2 + and check the volume level.  
• Press  
or 2 + to cancel the muting  
function.  
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• Check that the cords are fully inserted into  
the jacks on both the component and this  
system.  
• If you change the HDMI connection, or  
connect/disconnect the AC power cord  
(main lead), or if there is a power failure,  
repeat the procedures of “Preparing for the  
• Check that the component is selected  
correctly.  
• The system may not work correctly if you  
select a component that is not compatible  
with the Control for HDMI function on the  
TV side.  
• If you resume playing a disc when volume is  
maximum, there may be no sound. In this  
case, turn down the volume, turn off the  
system and turn on again.  
No sound is output from the system and the  
TV’s speaker.  
Sound is interrupted or there is noise.  
• Check the output audio formats supported  
by this system (page 76).  
• Check the volume of the system and the TV.  
• Select the input of the system correctly.  
There is no picture or an unclear picture  
appears on the TV screen.  
The sound is output from both the system and  
the TV.  
• Select the appropriate input using the input  
buttons.  
• If the Control for HDMI function is set to  
off, or the selected component is not  
compatible with the Control for HDMI  
function, turn off the sound of the system or  
the TV.  
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.  
• Move your audio components away from the  
TV.  
• Depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
adapter, video output may not be possible.  
The System Power Off function does not work.  
• Change the setting of the TV to turn  
The source image input to the HDMI jack on the  
subwoofer is not output from the TV.  
connected components off automatically  
when you turn off the TV. For details, refer  
to the operating instructions of the TV.  
• Check the HDMI connection.  
• Depending on the playback component, you  
may need to set up the component. Refer to  
the operating instructions of each  
component.  
An image does not appear on the TV.  
• Check whether HDMI IN and HDMI OUT  
are connected correctly.  
There is picture on the TV screen without  
sound.  
S-AIR function  
• Check that the audio assignable setting is  
correct (page 63, 64).  
Sound transmission is not established.  
• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it  
more than 8 m away from the system.  
• Confirm the ID of the subwoofer and the  
S-AIR product (page 67).  
Control for HDMI  
The Control for HDMI function does not work.  
• Check the HDMI connection (page 16).  
• Make sure “CTRL: HDMI” is set to “CTRL  
ON” in AMP menu.  
• You performed pairing the subwoofer and  
another S-AIR product. Perform pairing of  
the desired S-AIR product (page 68).  
• The S-AIR product is paired to another  
S-AIR product. Cancel pairing.  
• Make sure the connected component is  
compatible with the Control for HDMI  
function.  
• Install the system away from other wireless  
products.  
• Check the Control for HDMI settings on the  
connected component. For details, refer to  
the operating instructions of the component.  
• Stop using another wireless product.  
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• The S-AIR product is turned off. Make sure  
the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected  
and turn on the S-AIR product.  
Other  
The remote does not function.  
• Check that the subwoofer and the remote  
commander receiver are connected correctly  
and securely.  
No sound is heard from the S-AIR product.  
• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it  
more than 8 m away from the system.  
• Confirm the ID of the subwoofer and the  
S-AIR product (page 67).  
• Point the remote at the remote sensor ( ) on  
the remote commander receiver.  
• Remove any obstacles in the path between  
the remote and the remote commander  
receiver.  
• Confirm the pairing setting (page 68).  
• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub  
unit closer together.  
• Replace both batteries in the remote with  
new ones, if they are weak.  
• Press one of the input buttons (TV, BD,  
DVD, SAT, TUNER/BAND, or DMPORT)  
on the remote to select the component you  
want to operate (page 50).  
• Avoid use of equipment that generates  
electromagnetic energy, such as a  
microwave oven.  
• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub  
unit away from other wireless products.  
• Stop using another wireless product.  
• Change the “RF CHANGE” setting  
The volume turns down when the output  
method changes from the TV speaker to the  
system speaker.  
• Change the ID settings of the S-AIR main  
unit and S-AIR sub unit.  
• The Volume Limit function is working. For  
• Turn off the system and S-AIR product, then  
turn them on.  
There is noise or the sound skips.  
• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it  
more than 8 m away from the system.  
• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub  
unit closer together.  
If the system still does not  
operate properly after performing  
the above measures, reset the  
system as follows:  
• Avoid use of equipment that generates  
electromagnetic energy, such as a  
microwave oven.  
Use buttons on the subwoofer for the operation.  
1
2
Press ?/1 to turn on the power.  
Press INPUT SELECTOR, VOLUME –,  
?/1 at the same time.  
• Install the S-AIR main unit and S-AIR sub  
unit away from other wireless products.  
• Stop using another wireless product.  
• Change the “RF CHANGE” setting  
“COLD RESET” appears and the system is  
reset. AMP menu, sound field, etc., return to  
the default settings.  
• Change the ID settings of the S-AIR main  
unit and S-AIR sub unit.  
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HDMI section  
Connector  
HDMI 19pin-standard  
connector  
Specifications  
Video inputs/outputs  
BD, DVD, SAT:  
640 × 480p@60 Hz  
720 × [email protected]/60 Hz  
1440 × [email protected]/60 Hz  
(pixel sent 2 times)  
1280 × [email protected]/60 Hz  
1920 × [email protected]/  
60 Hz  
Formats supported by this  
system  
Digital input formats supported by this system  
are as follows.  
Format  
Supported/Not supported  
Dolby Digital  
DTS  
a
a
a
a
1920 × [email protected]/  
60 Hz  
720 × 576p@50 Hz  
1440 × 576p@50 Hz  
(pixel sent 2 times)  
1280 × 720p@50 Hz  
1920 × 1080i@50 Hz  
1920 × 1080p@50 Hz  
1920 × 1080p@24 Hz  
BD, DVD, SAT: Linear  
PCM 7.1ch/  
Linear PCM (2ch)*  
Linear PCM (5.1ch,  
7.1ch)* (Only on  
HDMI)  
Dolby Digital Plus  
Dolby True HD  
DTS-HD  
×
×
×
Audio inputs  
Dolby Digital/ DTS  
* Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of no  
more than 96 kHz.  
Tuner section  
System  
PLL quartz-locked digital  
synthesizer  
Amplifier section  
Power output (rated)  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
Front L / Front R (rated): 35 W + 35 W  
(at 10 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 %  
THD)  
RMS output power (reference)  
Front L / Front R*:  
87.5 – 108.0 MHz  
(50 kHz step)  
FM wire antenna (aerial)  
Antenna (aerial)  
Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced  
Intermediate frequency  
AM tuner section  
Tuning range  
50 W + 50 W  
(at 10 ohms, 1 kHz, 10 %  
THD)  
10.7 MHz  
Center*:  
50 W  
European models:  
531 kHz – 1,602 kHz (with  
the interval set at 9 kHz)  
531 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with  
the interval set at 9 kHz)  
530 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with  
the interval set at 10 kHz)  
AM loop antenna (aerial)  
450 kHz  
(at 10 ohms, 1 kHz, 10 %  
THD)  
Australian models:  
Surround L / Surround R*: 50 W + 50 W  
(at 10 ohms, 1 kHz, 10 %  
THD)  
Subwoofer*:  
100 W (at 4 ohms, 70 Hz,  
10 % THD) + 100 W (at 4  
ohms, 500 Hz, 10 % THD)  
Antenna (aerial)  
Intermediate frequency  
*
Depending on the sound field settings and the source,  
there may be no sound output.  
Video section  
Input  
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
COMPONENT:  
Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p  
75 ohms  
Inputs/Outputs  
Inputs (Analog)  
VIDEO  
Sensitivity: 700 mV  
Impedance: 33 kohms  
Inputs (Digital)  
TV, DVD  
SAT  
Optical  
Coaxial, optical  
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Speakers  
Front/Center/Surround (SS-IS15)  
Glossary  
Speaker system  
Speaker unit  
Full range speaker system  
35 mm  
Dolby Digital  
Rated impedance  
Dimensions (approx.)  
10 ohms  
45 × 55 × 40 mm  
(w/h/d)  
This movie theatre sound format is more  
advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this  
format, the surround speakers output stereo  
sound with an expanded frequency range, and a  
subwoofer channel for deep bass is  
Mass (approx.)  
Speaker cords  
0.07 kg  
4.5 m × 2, 3 m × 1, 12 m × 2  
independently provided. This format is also  
called “5.1” with the subwoofer channel  
designed as the 0.1 channel (since it functions  
only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six  
channels in this format are recorded separately  
for superior channel separation. Furthermore,  
since all the signals are processed digitally, less  
signal degradation occurs.  
Subwoofer (SA-WIS100)  
Speaker system  
2 Way 2 Drivers  
Subwoofer speaker system  
120 mm + 160 mm  
4 ohms  
238 × 441 × 434 mm  
(w/h/d)  
Speaker unit  
Rated impedance  
Dimensions (approx.)  
Mass (approx.)  
Power requirements  
Power consumption  
On: 115 W  
14.5 kg  
220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth  
output channels from 2 channel sources. This is  
done using an advanced, high-purity matrix  
surround decoder that extracts the spatial  
properties of the original recording without  
adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.  
Standby mode: 0.3W (when “CTRL: HDMI”  
and “S-AIR STBY” are set to “OFF.”)  
Power output  
(DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)DC OUT: 5 V, 700 mA  
Remote commander receiver (IR-R100)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
46 × 19 × 45 mm  
(w/h/d)  
DTS  
Digital audio compression technology  
developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This  
technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround.  
This format comprises of stereo rear channel and  
there is discrete subwoofer channel in this  
format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete  
channels of high quality digital audio. The good  
channel separation is realized due to the all  
channel data being recorded discretely and  
processed in digitally.  
Mass (approx.)  
0.15 kg  
Design and specifications are subject to change without  
notice.  
• Standby power consumption 0.3 W.  
• Halogenated flame retardants are not  
used in the certain printed wiring  
boards.  
• Over 85 % power efficiency of  
amplifier block is achieved with the  
full digital amplifier, S-master.  
HDMI  
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)  
is an interface that supports both video and audio  
on a single digital connection, allowing you to  
enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The  
HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-  
bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy  
protection technology that incorporates coding  
technology for digital video signals.  
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PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)  
A method of converting analog audio to digital  
audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.  
S-AIR (Sony Audio Interactive Radio  
frequency)  
Recent times have seen the rapid spread of DVD  
media, Digital Broadcasting, and other high-  
quality media.  
To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high-  
quality media are transmitted with no  
deterioration, Sony has developed a technology  
called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of  
digital audio signals with no compression, and  
has incorporated this technology into the  
EZWRT10/EZW-T100.  
This technology transfers digital audio signals  
with no compression using the 2.4 GHz band  
range of ISM band (Industrial, Scientific, and  
Medical band), such as wireless LANs and  
Bluetooth applications.  
S-master  
S-master is an all-digital amplifier technology  
developed by Sony, which effectively minimizes  
the occurrence of sound fragmentation and jitter,  
delivering superb dialog clarity and faithful  
reproduction of the original sound. The compact  
amplifier section supports a higher power  
efficiency and improved thermal performance.  
x.v.Colour  
x.v.Colour is a more familiar term for the  
xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a  
trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international  
standard for color space in video.  
This standard can express a wider color range  
than the currently used broadcast standard.  
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Index  
A
H
HDMI  
A. ASSIGN 63  
A. CAL CLEAR 28  
A. CAL MENU 26, 28  
A. CAL START 26  
A/V SYNC 59  
connecting 16  
I
Installing 7  
AMP menu 54  
AUDIO 63, 64  
L
AUDIO DRC 60  
Auto Calibration 24  
LEVEL 57  
M
B
MUTING 34  
Blu-ray Disc player (recorder)  
connecting 16  
“BRAVIA” Sync 41  
N
Naming preset stations 48  
NIGHT MODE 40  
C
CENTER SP 55  
CNT DIST 56  
P
CNT LEVEL 57  
CTRL: HDMI 42  
PAIRING 68  
“PlayStation 3”  
connecting 16  
Presetting radio stations 46  
D
D. ASSIGN 64  
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT  
connecting 30  
R
Radio 47  
Radio Stations 46  
RDS 49  
DIMMER 61  
DISPLAY 48, 61  
DUAL MONO 58  
DVD player (recorder)  
connecting 16, 19  
Reassigning the analog audio input 63  
Reassigning the digital audio input 64  
Remote  
assignments 53  
before use 6  
operating 34, 50  
RF CHANGE 71  
F
FL DIST 56  
FL LEVEL 57  
FM Mode 47  
FR DIST 56  
FR LEVEL 57  
continued  
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S
S-AIR 65  
S-AIR ID 67  
S-AIR MODE 69  
S-AIR SET 67, 69, 71  
S-AIR STBY 71  
Satellite tuner  
connecting 16, 20  
SET HDMI 42, 44  
SL DIST 56  
SL LEVEL 57  
Sleep timer 62  
Sound field 38  
SP SETUP 55, 56  
Speakers level 57  
Speakers setting 55, 56  
SR DIST 56  
SR LEVEL 57  
SUR SP 55  
SW DIST 56  
SW LEVEL 57  
T
TEST TONE 57  
TONE 40  
V
VCR  
connecting 21  
VOL LIMIT 44  
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