4-240-621-12(3) Home Theater System Operating Instructions HT-BE1 © 2002 Sony Corporation
WARNING Welcome! To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Thank you for purchasing the Sony Home Theater System. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 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.
Precautions On safety • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On power sources • The system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off. • If you are not going to use the system for a long time, be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet.
Table of Contents WARNING .......................................................................................................... 2 Welcome! ........................................................................................................... 2 Precautions ........................................................................................................ 3 Getting Started ................................................................. 5 Unpacking ............................................
Getting Started Unpacking Getting Started Check that you have the following items: • Subwoofer (1) • Satellite speakers (5) • Speaker cords (3 m × 3, 8 m × 2) • Optical digital cord (1) (North American, Mexican, and Asian models only) • Coaxial digital cord (1) (European models only) • Remote commander (remote) RM-BE1 (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote.
Hookup Speaker installation For best performance, we recommend speaker placement as shown. Center speaker Place on the top of or below the TV. Subwoofer Place anywhere within the front listening area. Rear speakers Place right beside or slightly behind your listening position, and a little higher than your ears. 6GB Front speakers Place on both sides of the TV equal distances apart.
Connecting the Satellite speakers Center speaker Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L) B Green Red Getting Started Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. Use the five supplied cords to connect the satellite speakers. Connect them to their correct jacks. The connectors of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the terminals to be connected.
Adjusting the angle of the satellite speakers You can adjust the angle of the supplied satellite speakers if necessary. 1 Loosen the screw at the bottom of the speaker. 2 Tighten the screw again after adjusting the angle of the speaker. Note When you loosen or tighten the screw at the bottom of the speaker, use an appropriate driver.
Installing the satellite speakers on the wall Remove the screw at the bottom of the speaker. 2 Turn the speaker stand opposite 180˚, and then lightly tighten the screw. Getting Started 1 Note Do not turn the speaker stand more than 180˚. The cord may become disconnected. 3 Tighten the screw again after adjusting the angle of the speaker. 4 Install the speaker on the wall. Install screws (not supplied) in the wall and mount the satellite speaker by the hollow for the screw in the bottom of speaker.
Connecting to other components This system can be connected to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD player, and analog components such as TV or VCR. It can also be connected to a PC using a USB cable. Connecting to a digital audio/video component Connect the component to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL (or COAXIAL) jack. Use the optical digital cord or the coaxial digital cord to connect the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL jack or the DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack.
Connecting to an analog audio/video component Connect the component to the AUDIO IN (L/R) jack. L SPEAKER FRONT R USB CENTER FRONT L R OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL IN REAR R REAR L audio connecting cord (not supplied) Getting Started AUDIO IN TV, VCR, etc. Connecting to a PC Connect the PC to the USB jack. L SPEAKER FRONT R AUDIO IN USB CENTER FRONT L R OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL IN REAR R REAR L PC Notes • You can operate this system by connecting to a PC with the USB cable.
Speaker Setup Positioning the speakers For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be the same distance from the listening position. Place the front speakers within 0.2 to 5 meters from the listening position (A). You can place the center speaker up to 0.6 meters closer (B) and the rear speakers up to 1.6 meters closer (C) to the listening position than the front speakers. You can place subwoofer anywhere within the front listening area.
Specifying the speaker parameters For the best possible surround sound, specify the distance of the speakers from your listening position. This system will reproduce the best possible surround sound by automatically adjusting the output from each speaker according to the speaker’s position. Details of each parameter will follow the description of the operation. Getting Started ?/1 (POWER) SHIFT SOUND FIELD VOLUME +/– 1 2 Press ?/1 (POWER) to turn on the system. While pressing SHIFT, press SOUND FIELD.
Specifying the speaker parameters on the subwoofer ?/1 (POWER) MENU/ ENTER VOL/ SELECT 1 2 3 4 Press ?/1 (POWER) to turn on the subwoofer. 5 6 Turn the VOL/SELECT knob to set the speaker parameter, and then press MENU/ENTER. Press MENU/ENTER. Turn the VOL/SELECT knob (SETUP is displayed) , and then press MENU/ENTER. Turn the VOL/SELECT knob to select the speaker of which parameter you want to specify, and then press the MENU/ENTER.
Operations Adjusting the Volume Adjusting all speakers’ volume together To mute the sound Press MUTING. M-ON (MUTING ON) is displayed on the display window of the subwoofer. Press MUTING again to defeat mute. Adjusting the volume on the subwoofer ?/1 (POWER) MENU/ ENTER VOL/ SELECT Operations You can adjust all speakers’ volume together. ?/1 (POWER) FUNCTION VOLUME +/– MUTING 1 2 3 Press ?/1 (POWER) to turn on the system. Play the program source.
Adjusting the speaker balance individually Adjusting the speaker balance on the subwoofer MENU/ ENTER You can adjust the speakers individually, except for the front speakers. The center and rear speakers and subwoofer volume levels are adjusted to the front speaker volume level as the criterion. The speaker to be adjusted flashes in the display window. VOL/ SELECT SHIFT CENTER +/– REAR +/– To adjust the center speaker Press CENTER +/–. To adjust the rear speakers Press REAR +/–.
Selecting the Sound Field Selecting the Sound Field on the subwoofer MENU/ ENTER SOUND FIELD Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears on the display window. Each time you press SOUND FIELD, the sound field mode is selected and displayed in the following order.
Features of each sound field mode Recommended cases To listen to the original sound of the program. Effect Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, 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. Sources recorded in 2 channels are decoded in 4 DOLBY PRO LOGIC When set to “DOLBY PRO LOGIC,” the receiver performs channels.
Adjusting the tone quality Making the low-level sound (DOLBY DRC) on the subwoofer MENU/ ENTER VOL/ SELECT Making the low-level sound (DOLBY DRC*) SHIFT SOUND FIELD Operations When you listen at low volume to a DVD player, the system compresses the dynamic range and finely adjusts for low-level sound. It is only functional when a DVD disc for DRC (audio DRC) is played. To use this function, connect the DVD component to the optical digital jack and set the Dolby digital sound to DOWNMIX PCM.
Making Dynamic sound (DSG*) Making the Dynamic sound (DSG) on the subwoofer Although the sound is low-level, you can enjoy Dynamic sound. * DSG = Dynamic Sound Generator SHIFT MENU/ ENTER VOL/ SELECT SOUND FIELD VOLUME +/– 1 While pressing SHIFT, press SOUND FIELD. DSG is displayed on the display window of the subwoofer. 2 While pressing SHIFT, press SOUND FIELD again. 3 While pressing SHIFT, select ON or OFF using VOLUME +/–. 20GB 1 2 Press MENU/ENTER.
Turn on the DVD player Playing DVD discs You can control DVDs on the Sony DVD player using the supplied remote. * In this case, press each button above while pressing SHIFT to operate the DVD player. Operations Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the instructions supplied with your disc. Press DVD 1. If you connect a DVD player with new signal format (available in future), press this button while pressing SHIFT to turn it on (DVD 2*).
Using the DVD menu Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select the language for the subtitles, the language for the sound, etc., using the DVD menu. 1 Press DVD MENU. The DVD menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc. 2 Press
Turning off the power automatically While pressing SHIFT, press SOUND FIELD. 2 While pressing SHIFT, press VOLUME +/ – repeatedly to indicate AUTO. 3 While pressing SHIFT, press SOUND FIELD. 4 While pressing SHIFT, press VOLUME +/ – to indicate OFF. To turn off the Ready mode on the subwoofer indicator MENU/ ENTER Mode Turn on Ready mode Turn off indicator Green light up Red light up Light out Press ?/1 (POWER) if you want to turn off the system completely. Indicator will be light out.
Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The power is not turned on. , Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. There’s no sound or only a very lowlevel sound is heard. , Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely (page 7,10).
The remote does not function. , Remove any obstacles between the remote and the system. , Use the remote near the system. , Point the remote at the remote sensor on the system. , Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak. The system does not operate properly. Additional Information , Static electricity, etc., may affect the system’s operation. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) once, then connect it again.
Specifications SA-WBE1 (subwoofer) Max. output Subwoofer: 30 W (6 ohms) Front: 15 W + 15 W (6 ohms) Center*: 15 W Rear*: 15 W + 15 W * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output. Speaker system Bass reflex type Speaker unit 130 mm dia. cone type Dimensions (approx.) 215 × 271 × 302 mm (w/h/d, not including the projecting parts) Mass (approx.) North American model: 6.3 kg Other model: 6.
Index to Parts and Controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details. Subwoofer 3 4 2 5 6 L SPEAKER FRONT R AUDIO IN CENTER FRONT L R 7 USB 8 OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL IN REAR R REAR L 9 Additional Information 1 Top panel/Front panel 1 ?/1 (POWER) switch and indicator (15, 23) Turns on and off the power of the system. 2 remote sensor (5, 25) Accepts the remote control signals. 3 MENU/ENTER (15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 23) Displays the menu on the display window.
Remote qs 1 SHIFT qd DVD2 DVD1 TV 2 3 qf SOUND FUNCTION FIELD TV CH qg qh 4 TV/VIDEO 5 CENTER WOOFER VOLUME qj 6 PLAY PAUSE STOP MUTING qk TEST TONE ql MENU LEVEL REAR 7 8 PREV NEXT SCAN DVD TOP MENU w; DVD MENU 9 wa q; ENTER DISPLAY RETURN ws qa DVD CONTROL 1 TV button (22) Turns the TV on and off. 2 SHIFT button (13, 16, 19, 20, 22, 23) Switches the function of the buttons on the remote. 3 TV CH +/– (TV/VIDEO) buttons (22) Changes the TV channel.
