Sound Bar Operating Instructions HT-CT180
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Copyrights and Trademarks This system incorporates Dolby* Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Table of Contents Connecting Startup Guide (separate document) About these operating instructions .......................... 4 Listening Listening to sound from a TV, cable/satellite box, etc. ....... 6 Listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device ............. 6 Sound Adjustment Additional Information Precautions ............................... 12 Troubleshooting ....................... 13 Guide to parts and controls ..... 17 Supported audio formats ........ 20 Specifications ..........................
Listening Listening to sound from a TV, cable/satellite box, etc. Press the input button of the jack to which you connected the device you want to listen. The indicator of the selected device lights up. OPTICAL button TV that is connected to the OPTICAL jack ANALOG button Analog device that is connected to the ANALOG jack (BLUETOOTH) button BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP Tip • If you press INPUT on the Bar Speaker, the device changes cyclically as follows.
Setting the Voice mode Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects Press VOICE. The ANALOG indicator flashes twice. To inactivate the Voice mode, press VOICE again. The OPTICAL indicator flashes twice. Selecting the sound effects Press SURROUND repeatedly during playback. The surround effects change cyclically as follows. CLEARAUDIO+ SURROUND On SURROUND Off CLEARAUDIO+ The suitable sound setting is automatically selected for the sound source. The CLEARAUDIO+ indicator lights up.
Setting Dolby DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Useful for enjoying movies at low sound volume. DRC applies to Dolby Digital sources. BLUETOOTH Functions Listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device Hold down AUDIO for 5 seconds, then VOICE for 5 seconds to turn on or off Dolby DRC. On Compresses sound in accordance with the information contained in the content. The ANALOG indicator flashes twice. Off Sound is not compressed. The OPTICAL indicator flashes twice.
Listening to music of the registered device 1 2 3 (BLUETOOTH). On the BLUETOOTH device, select “HT-CT180.” Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator (blue) lights up. Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device. Connecting to a BLUETOOTH device by One-touch functions (NFC) By holding an NFC-compatible BLUETOOTH device near to the N-Mark on the system, the system and BLUETOOTH device proceed to complete pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection automatically.
Turning on or off the BLUETOOTH function Hold down SURROUND for 5 seconds, then CLEARAUDIO+ for 5 seconds. On: The ANALOG indicator flashes twice. Off: The OPTICAL indicator flashes twice. Note • If you change the setting to off, the BLUETOOTH function is disabled. Setting the BLUETOOTH standby mode When the system has pairing information, the system is in BLUETOOTH standby mode even when it is turned off. Hold STANDBY down for 5 seconds. On: The ANALOG indicator flashes twice.
Mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall 2 Fasten the screws to 2 studs in the wall. The screws should protrude by 8 mm to 9 mm. 560 mm You can mount the Bar Speaker on a wall. Notes 1 8 mm to 9 mm 3 Hang the Bar Speaker on the screws. Align the holes at the rear of the Bar Speaker with the screws, then hang the Bar Speaker on the two screws. Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the rear of the Bar Speaker. 4 mm More than 30 mm 4.
Additional Information Precautions 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 Bar Speaker and subwoofer, as you may fall down and injure yourself, or system damage may result. On power sources • Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage is identical to your local power supply.
Troubleshooting 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. Be sure to bring both your Bar Speaker and subwoofer, even if it seems as though only one has a problem, when you request to repair. General The system does not work normally.
The surround effect cannot be obtained. Depending on the input signal and the sound field setting, surround sound processing may not work effectively. The surround effect may be subtle, depending on the program or disc. To play multi channel audio, check the digital audio output setting on the device connected to the system. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. BLUETOOTH device BLUETOOTH connection cannot be completed.
Subwoofer wireless sound Remote control The remote control does not function. Point the remote control at the center of the front panel (remote control sensor) of the system (page 17). Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the system. Replace both batteries in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you are pressing the correct button on the remote control (page 19). Others Sensors of the TV do not work properly.
receiver, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Reset If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows: 1 2 While holding down the / (on/ standby) button on the system, hold down the INPUT and VOL – buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds. All 5 indicators on the Bar Speaker flash 3 times, and the settings return to their initial status. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Guide to parts and controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Bar Speaker Top, front, and side panels BLUETOOTH status – During BLUETOOTH pairing: Flashes quickly – BLUETOOTH connection is being attempted: Flashes – BLUETOOTH connection has been established: Lit – BLUETOOTH standby mode (when the system is off): Unlit Tip • When the BLUETOOTH function is disabled (page 10), the BLUETOOTH indicator turns amber.
Rear panel ANALOG jack OPTICAL jack AC power cord (mains lead) Subwoofer On/standby indicator / (on/standby) button 18GB LINK button (page 10) AC power cord (mains lead)
Remote control * The AUDIO and + buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation. Controlling a connected TV You can control a Sony TV connected to the system with the following buttons. TV / (on/standby) button Turns on or off the TV. TV INPUT button Selects the input signal. TV (muting) button Turns off the sound temporarily.
Supported audio formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. • Dolby Digital • Linear PCM 2ch 48 kHz or less Specifications Bar Speaker (SA-CT180) Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 13 W + 13 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R speaker: 25 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Inputs OPTICAL ANALOG BLUETOOTH section Communication system BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.
3) Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format 4) Subband Codec Speakers Front L/Front R speaker section Speaker system 2-way speaker system, Acoustic suspension Speaker Tweeter: 14 mm - 25 mm balance dome type Woofer: 40 mm × 120 mm cone type Wireless transmitter/ receiver Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.404 GHz - 2.476 GHz) Modulation method GFSK Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
On BLUETOOTH communication • BLUETOOTH devices should be used within approximately 10 meters (unobstructed distance) of each other. The effective communication range may become shorter under the following conditions. – When a person, metal object, wall or other obstruction is between the devices with a BLUETOOTH connection – Locations where a wireless LAN is installed – Around microwave ovens that are in use – Locations where other electromagnetic waves occur • BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.
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