4-463-522-21(3) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions Getting Started Operations and Features BLUETOOTH Function Surround Function Advanced Settings Additional Information HT-CT260H
WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles). To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
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On placement 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 Sound Bar or the 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.
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. “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “PlayStation®” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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 Effects of other devices BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g) use the same frequency band (2.4 GHz). When using your BLUETOOTH device near a device with wireless LAN capability, electromagnetic interference may occur.
Table of contents Precautions ............................... 4 BLUETOOTH wireless technology .......................... 5 Getting Started Unpacking ................................. 8 Index to parts and controls ...... 9 Connecting a TV, player, etc. ...................................... 13 Positioning the system ........... 15 Setting up the Wireless System ................................ 17 Operations and Features Operating the system using the supplied remote control ................................
Getting Started Unpacking Subwoofer (SA-WCT260H) (1) Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) (1) Inserting a battery into the remote control Insert an R6 (size AA) battery (supplied) by matching the and ends on the battery to the diagram inside the battery compartment of the remote control. To use the remote control, point it at the remote control sensor at the front of the Sound Bar.
Index to parts and controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses. Sound Bar Getting Started (on/standby) (remote control sensor) (BLUETOOTH) key/indicator INPUT key Press to select the input source to play back.
Jacks (on the rear of Sound Bar) ANALOG IN jack (page 14) OPTICAL IN jack (page 13) HDMI TV OUT (ARC) jack (page 13) Subwoofer (on/standby) indicator (on/standby) button LINK button (page 27) AC power cord (mains lead) 10GB HDMI IN jack (page 13) AC power cord (mains lead)
Remote control This section describes how to operate the subwoofer, Sound Bar, and connected equipment using the remote control supplied. If you cannot operate the connected equipment, use the remote control of the equipment. the remote control towards the remote control sensor ( ) of the Sound Bar. (on/standby) (input) +/ (page 18) Press to select the equipment you want to use. SOUND FIELD (page 23) DISPLAY Each time you press the button, the display turns on or off.
/ To fast reverse or to fast forward the music when pressed during playback. Playback operation * (playback)/ (pause)/ (stop) Starts/pauses/stops playback. To resume normal playback during pause, press (pause) again. Note The above explanations are intended to serve as an example only. Depending on the equipment, the above operations may not be possible, or may operate differently than described.
Connecting a TV, player, etc. Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (mains), connect all other equipment and a TV to the system. No cable connection is required between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer because they can be connected wirelessly. Getting Started Connecting a TV If you connect the system to a TV compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology via an HDMI input jack with “ARC” indicated, you do not need to connect a digital optical cable.
When connected via the OPTICAL IN jack, select “OPTICAL.” When connected via the ANALOG IN jack, select “ANALOG.” Tip Even if the system is turned off (active standby mode), the HDMI signal will be sent from the connected equipment to the TV via the HDMI connection. You can enjoy image and sound from the equipment on the TV. Connecting equipment with an HDMI jack HDMI OUT HDMI cable (not supplied) “PlayStation®3,” Blu-ray Disc™ player, DVD player, satellite tuner, cable television tuner, etc.
Positioning the system The illustrations below are examples of how to install the Sound Bar. Installing the Sound Bar Installing the Sound Bar on a rack Installing the Sound Bar on a wall (page 16) Getting Started Notes Take following precautions when installing the Sound Bar and the subwoofer. Do not block the ventilation holes on the rear panel. Do not place the Sound Bar and the subwoofer in a metal cabinet.
Removing the stands 1 When the Sound Bar is to be placed tilting upward or on a wall, remove the 2 stands at the bottom of the Sound Bar, as shown below. Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the back of the Sound Bar. 4 mm More than 30 mm Stand 5 mm 10 mm Hole on the back of the Sound Bar 2 Installing the Sound Bar on a wall Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 11 to 12 mm. 592 mm You can install the Sound Bar on the wall.
3 Hang the Sound Bar onto the screws. Align the holes on the back of the Sound Bar to the screws, then hang the Sound Bar onto the 2 screws. Getting Started Setting up the Wireless System The Sound Bar transmits sound from the equipment to the subwoofer by wireless communication. 1 2 3 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains). The indicator of the subwoofer lights up in red.
Operations and Features Operating the system using the supplied remote control 1 2 3 Turn on the system. Press to display the input source on the front panel display of the Sound Bar.
One-Touch Play When you play the equipment connected to the system with an HDMI cable, the connected TV is turned on automatically and the input signal of the system is switched to the appropriate HDMI input. Tip For Notes The above features may not operate with certain equipment. Depending on the settings of the connected equipment, the Control for HDMI function may not work correctly. Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment. Notes on HDMI connections Use a High Speed HDMI cable.
6 BLUETOOTH Function Using the BLUETOOTH function Pairing automatically If the system is not paired with any equipment, you must pair the system with the equipment to be connected. Select “BT AU” with the +/ buttons on the remote control to enter pairing mode. 1 2 3 4 5 Make the BLUETOOTH connection on the BLUETOOTH device. When the BLUETOOTH connection is made correctly, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up in blue and the pairing information is stored in the system.
Sound may be interrupted because of a Pairing manually If you intend to pair the system with 2 or more BLUETOOTH devices, manual pairing is necessary. 1 2 3 Place the BLUETOOTH device to be connected to this system within 1 meter of the system. Press PAIRING on the remote control, or press the (BLUETOOTH) key on the Sound Bar for more than 2 seconds. The pairing standby status of the system is canceled after about 1 minute. If pairing is not successful, redo the procedure from step 1.
Tips You can adjust the volume of the system via a BLUETOOTH device supporting the volume command of AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile). You can set how this system operates when the volume is adjusted via the BLUETOOTH device with “BT.VOL” on the AMP menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. You may not be able to adjust the volume, depending on the device. Notes If the source device has a bass boost function or equalizer function, turn them off.
Available sound fields Surround Function Enjoying the surround effect This system can create multi-channel surround sound. You can select one of system’s optimized pre-programmed sound fields. Sound field Effect STANDARD (STD) Suits various sources. MOVIE Recreates powerful and realistic sound, along with clear dialog. GAME Produces powerful and realistic sound, suited for playing video games. MUSIC Suits for music programs or music videos on Blu-ray Discs/DVDs. P.
Advanced Settings Settings and adjustments using the AMP menu Using the AMP menu You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote control. The default settings are underlined. Your settings are retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead). 1 2 3 Press AMP MENU to turn on the AMP menu. Press (return)/ (select)/ (proceed) repeatedly to select the item and press to decide the setting. Press AMP MENU to turn off the AMP menu.
Menu items AUDIO SYNC (AV SYNC) Function You can delay the sound using this function when the image is slower than the sound. ON: Adjusts the difference between picture and sound. OFF: No adjustment. EFFECT (SOUND EFFECT) DUAL (DUAL MONO) You can set the system's sound effects (sound field setting) on/off. ON: Enables the sound effects of the sound field. OFF: The sound effects are disabled. You can hear sound as it is recorded.
Menu items SET BT BT.STBY (BT STANDBY) Function When the system has pairing information, the system is in BLUETOOTH standby mode even when it is turned off. ON: BLUETOOTH standby mode is enabled. The illumination LED flashes in blue slowly when the system is turned off. OFF: BLUETOOTH standby mode is disabled. Notes If the system does not have pairing information, BLUETOOTH standby mode cannot be set. During BLUETOOTH standby mode, standby power consumption increases. BT.
5 Linking the system (LINK) You can link the Sound Bar and the subwoofer again to enable wireless transmission between them. AMP MENU 6 2 3 4 Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. Advanced Settings 1 “START” appears, then press . “SEARCH” appears, and the Sound Bar searches for equipment that can be used with Link. Proceed to the next step within 1 minute. To quit the Link function during a search for equipment, press .
instructions supplied with the connected equipment. Additional Information 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. POWER The system is not turned on. Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. The system is turned off automatically. The “A. STBY” function is working (page 26).
Check that the BLUETOOTH connection is made properly between this system and the BLUETOOTH device. Pair this system and the BLUETOOTH device again. Pairing cannot be done. Bring this system and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. The sound is not in sync with the image. When you are watching movies, you may hear the sound with a slight delay from the image. The BLUETOOTH connection cannot be completed.
OTHERS The remote control does not function. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the system. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the system. Replace the battery in the remote control with new one, if it is weak. Make sure you select the correct input on the remote control. The Control for HDMI function does not work properly. Check the HDMI connection (page 13). Set up the Control for HDMI function on the TV.
Specifications Formats supported by this system Dolby Digital DTS Linear PCM 2ch 48 kHz or less HDMI Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block) 3D Side-by-Side (Half) Over-Under (Top-andBottom) 1920 × 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz 1920 × 1080i @ 59.94/60 Hz 1920 × 1080i @ 50 Hz 1280 × 720p @ 59.94/60 Hz 1280 × 720p @ 50 Hz 720 × 480p @ 59.94/60 Hz 720 × 576p @ 50 Hz 640 × 480p @ 59.
Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 50 W + 50 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 85 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Inputs HDMI IN ANALOG IN OPTICAL IN Output HDMI TV OUT (ARC) BLUETOOTH section Communication system BLUETOOTH Specification version 3.0 Output BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 2 Maximum communication range Line of sight approx. 10 m1) Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz 2.
Dimensions (approx.) 271 mm × 390 mm × 271 mm (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 6.3 kg 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. Standby power consumption: 0.5 W or less (Sound Bar), 0.
Index Symbols P 18 11 11 P. THRU 25 Positioning the system 15 PROTECT 30 A R A. STBY 26 AMP menu 24 Remote control operating 11 preparing 8 Reset 30 B BASS 24 BLUETOOTH 5, 20 BT.STBY 26 BT.VOL 26 C C.
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