4-269-544-12(1) TV Sound Bar System Operating Instructions SA-32SE1/SA-40SE1/SA-46SE1 ©2011 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Important Safety Instructions 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Notice for customers: The following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives. 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.
Table of Contents Supplied accessories Supplied accessories ................... 6 • Operating Instructions (this manual) • Compatible list (Except for China model) (1) • Remote control (RM-ANU102) (1) Guide to parts and controls ......... 7 Getting started............................... 9 Installing a battery ....................................9 Hooking up the unit ..................................9 Installing the unit....................................
Guide to parts and controls Unit 45 1 2 3 6 Remote control (RM-ANU102) 9 8 7 1 2 3 A ?/1 (POWER) button B SOUND FIELD button Selects the sound field (page 14). Unit: Each time you press the button, the sound field changes cyclically as follows: STANDARD t MOVIE t GAME/VOICE t STANDARD t ... C Unit: 2 +*/– button Remote control: VOL 2 +/– button Adjusts the volume. * The 2 + button on the unit has tactile dots. Use the tactile dots as references when operating the unit.
E STANDBY indicator Lights up in red when the unit is in standby mode. Notes • While the unit is in the standby mode, the unit turns on when a sound of a TV is detected. However, it may not turn on if the sound of a TV is very small. • The unit enters the standby mode automatically when there is no sound input from a TV for about 5 minutes. F SOUND FIELD indicator Shows the status of the SOUND FIELD. The indicator of the selected sound field lights up in green.
Getting started Installing a battery Slide and remove the battery compartment lid, and insert the two supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, E side first, matching the polarities shown below. Getting started Notes • Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries. • Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not expose the remote control sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
2 Connect an audio cord and a power source. A AUDIO IN DC IN 18V B A AUDIO IN jack Connect the TV audio output jack to the AUDIO IN jack of this unit using an audio cord (supplied). TV Audio output This unit Audio cord (supplied) If the audio output jack of your TV is not compatible with the audio cord (supplied) Connect the audio cord (supplied) to the TV audio output jack using the plug adaptor (supplied).
B DC IN 18V jack AC adaptor (supplied) AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied) To the AC power outlet 3 Guide the audio cord and the cable attached to the AC adaptor through the notch at the side of the rear cover, then reattach the rear cover to the unit and secure it with the screw removed in step 1.
Installing the unit on a wall You can secure the unit on a wall. 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 wall beam. Install the speaker on a vertical and flat reinforced area of the wall. • Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to safety during the installation.
Listening to TV sound from the speaker of the unit Listening to TV sound 1 Turn on the unit or make sure the unit is in standby mode. 2 Turn on the TV. While the unit is in the standby mode, the unit turns on automatically when a sound of a TV is detected. If the sound output jack of the TV can be set to “Variable”, the volume of the unit can be changed by adjusting the TV volume. For TV settings, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. 1 Set the sound output jack of the TV to “Variable”.
Selecting the sound field Sound field buttons Press one of the sound field buttons you want to use. You can also use SOUND FIELD button on the unit. Sound field Effect STANDARD (STD) Suitable for use for a wide range of sources of any type. MOVIE Provides dynamic sound and realistic sensation. GAME/VOICE Features easy-to-hear dialogue and clear sound.
Precautions On safety Should any solid object or liquid get into the unit, unplug the unit, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it again. On power sources On placement • Do not place the unit in an inclined position or in locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the unit, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. POWER The power is not turned on. • Make sure the AC adaptor and the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected correctly and firmly (page 11). • Press the ?/1 (POWER) button on the unit. The SOUND FIELD indicator lights up in green. The unit enters standby mode automatically.
OTHER The STANDBY indicator flashes. • Turn off the unit and unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) immediately. • Remove anything that is blocking the ventilation hole. If the unit still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the unit as follows: Use the button on the unit for the operation. 1 2 Press ?/1 to turn on the unit. Hold down ?/1 for 5 seconds. STANDBY indicator flashes 3 times and the unit is reset to the default settings.
Speaker section Front speaker unit Speaker system AC adaptor Input Full range, passive radiator type Speaker unit For SA-32SE1 65 mm (2 5/8 in) (Cone type) 70 mm × 100 mm (2 7/8 in × 4 in) (Passive radiator) For SA-40SE1/SA-46SE1 65 mm (2 5/8 in) (Cone type) 65 mm (2 5/8 in) × 2 (Passive radiator) Rated impedance 8 ohms General Inputs AUDIO IN jack (1) Power requirements DC 18 V (2.6 A) (100 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz using the supplied AC adaptor) Power consumption In standby mode: 0.
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