Sound Bar Operating Instructions HT-CT80
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.
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.
or the shop where you purchased the product. Copyrights and Trademarks For the customers in Australia or New Zealand This system incorporates Dolby* Digital Surround System. It should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
About these operating instructions • The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote control. You can also use the controls on the main unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control. • Some illustrations are presented as conceptual drawings, and may be different from the actual products.
Table of Contents About these operating instructions ...........................5 Getting Started What’s in the box ....................... 7 Connecting with a TV and the subwoofer ............................8 Positioning the system ............ 10 Installing the Bar Speaker on a wall .............................. 11 Turning on the system ............. 12 Listening Listening to sound from a TV, cable/satellite box, etc. ..... 13 Listening to music from a USB device ..........................
R03 (size AAA) batteries (2) Getting Started Getting Started What’s in the box Bar Speaker (1) Setting up the remote control Subwoofer (1) Optical digital cable (1) Remote control (1) 7GB
Connecting with a TV and the subwoofer When there is an optical digital jack on your TV TV, cable box or satellite box Subwoofer Optical digital cable (supplied) Note • Connect the supplied SS-WCT80 subwoofer only. Do not connect any other subwoofer.
When there is no optical digital jack on your TV Getting Started TV, cable box or satellite box Subwoofer Analog audio cable (not supplied) Notes • Connect the supplied SS-WCT80 subwoofer only. Do not connect any other subwoofer. • If the TV’s headphone jack also serves as an audio output jack, check the TV’s audio output settings. For details, refer to the TV’s operating instructions.
Note on installing the subwoofer Positioning the system The illustrations below are examples of how to install the system. Place the subwoofer so that the rear panel is at least 10 cm away from the wall. Note • Place the Bar Speaker so that the top panel is not blocked. On a rack 10 cm Bar Speaker Subwoofer On a wall See “Installing the Bar Speaker on a wall” (page 11).
Installing the Bar Speaker on a wall 2 Fasten the screws to 2 studs in the wall. The screws should protrude by 9 mm to 10 mm. 447 mm Notes • Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plasterboard wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to two studs in the wall beam. Install the Bar Speaker horizontally, hung by screws in studs in a continuous flat section of the wall.
Turning on the system 1 2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead). Press the / (on/standby) button. An input indicator lights up.
2 Listening Press (volume) +/– to adjust the volume. Tip • If you press INPUT on the Bar Speaker, the device changes cyclically as follows. OPTICAL ANALOG USB BLUETOOTH OPTICAL (volume) +/– 1 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.
Listening to music from a USB device Listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device You can play music files on a connected USB device. For playable types of files, see “Playable types of files” (page 26). Refer to “BLUETOOTH Functions” (page 16). 1 2 3 4 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port. Press USB. Press (play/pause). Press to select a folder to be played. Note • Turn off the system before removing the USB device to avoid data corruption or damage to the USB device.
Setting the Voice mode Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects To set sound effects, press one of the sound effects buttons on the remote control. The Voice mode helps make dialogs clearer. Press VOICE. The ANALOG indicator flashes twice. To inactivate the Voice mode, press VOICE again. The OPTICAL indicator flashes twice. Press SURROUND repeatedly during playback. The surround effects change cyclically as follows.
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.
Notes Listening to music of the registered device 1 2 3 4 Press • The application may not be available in some countries/regions. • Depending on your BLUETOOTH device, this operation may not be required. (BLUETOOTH). On the BLUETOOTH device, select “HT-CT80.” 2 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator (blue) lights up. Touch the N-Mark of the Bar Speaker with the BLUETOOTH device. Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device.
Other Functions Auto standby function The system enters standby mode automatically when you do not operate the system for about 15 minutes and the system is not receiving an input signal.
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 On heat buildup Although the system heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction.
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 power does not turn on. Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. The system does not work normally.
the device connected to the system. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. USB device BLUETOOTH device BLUETOOTH connection cannot be completed. Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator (blue) is lit (page 23).
or move this system away from the obstacle. Reposition the connected BLUETOOTH device. Try changing the wireless frequency of the Wi-Fi router, computer, etc. to 5 GHz band. Increase the volume on the connected BLUETOOTH device. 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. Remote control The remote control does not function.
Guide to parts and controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Rear panel Subwoofer jack ANALOG jack 24GB OPTICAL jack AC power cord (mains lead)
Remote control * The AUDIO, and + buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation. AUDIO* button (page 15) / (on/standby) button (BLUETOOTH) button (page 13) (select) buttons USB button (page 13) ANALOG button (page 13) OPTICAL button (page 13) 25GB Additional Information (volume) +*/– buttons Adjusts the volume. SW (subwoofer volume) +/– buttons Adjusts the volume of bass sound. (muting) button Turns off the sound temporarily.
Playable types of files Codec Extension MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) .mp3 AAC .m4a WMA9 Standard .wma Notes • Some files edited on a PC may not play. • The system does not play coded files such as DRM and Lossless. • The system can recognize the following files or folders in USB devices: – up to 200 folders – up to 150 files/folders in a single layer • Some USB devices may not work with this system. • The system can recognize Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices.
Specifications Bar Speaker (SA-CT80) Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 12 W + 12 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 20 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Subwoofer amplifier section POWER OUTPUT (reference) 40 W (at 8 ohms, 100 Hz) Inputs OPTICAL ANALOG (USB) port Type A BLUETOOTH section Communication system BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.0 Output BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 2 Maximum communication range Line of sight approx.
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.
Additional Information 29GB
GB
Additional Information 31GB
©2015 Sony Corporation Printed in China 4-567-473-21(1)
