Sound Bar

Operating Instructions

HT-CT390
 For product with CE marking
WARNING The validity of the CE marking is
restricted to only those countries where
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover it is legally enforced, mainly in the
the ventilation opening of the appliance countries EEA (European Economic
with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, Area).
etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked For the Bar Speaker
flame sources (for example, lighted The nameplate is located on the
candles). bottom.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to
For customers in Europe
dripping or splashing, and do not place Disposal of waste
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, batteries and electrical
on the appliance. and electronic
Do not install the appliance in a
equipment (applicable
confined space, such as a bookcase or
in the European Union
built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or appliances
and other European
with battery-installed to excessive heat, countries with separate
such as sunshine and fire. collection systems)
To prevent injury, this apparatus must This symbol on the product, the battery
be securely placed on the cabinet or or on the packaging indicates that the
attached to the floor/wall in accordance product and the battery shall not be
with the installation instructions. treated as household waste. On certain
Indoor use only. batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol.
On power sources The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg)
• The unit is not disconnected from the or lead (Pb) are added if the battery
mains as long as it is connected to the contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
AC outlet, even if the unit itself has 0.004% lead. By ensuring these
been turned off. products and batteries are disposed of
• As the main plug is used to disconnect correctly, you will help prevent
the unit from the mains, connect the potentially negative consequences for
unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. the environment and human health
Should you notice an abnormality in which could otherwise be caused by
the unit, disconnect the main plug inappropriate waste handling. The
from the AC outlet immediately. recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources.
Recommended cables In case of products that for safety,
Properly shielded and grounded cables performance or data integrity reasons
and connectors must be used for require a permanent connection with an
connection to host computers and/or incorporated battery, this battery
peripherals. should be replaced by qualified service
staff only. To ensure that the battery
and the electrical and electronic
equipment will be treated properly,
hand over these products at end-of-life
to the applicable collection point for the

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recycling of electrical and electronic essential requirements of the Directive
equipment. For all other batteries, 2014/53/EU.
please view the section on how to The software/firmware version can be
remove the battery from the product found via “VER>” (Version) in “SYS>”
safely. Hand the battery over to the (System).
applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries. For more This Sound Bar is intended for sound
detailed information about recycling of playback from connected devices,
this product or battery, please contact music streaming from an NFC-
your local Civic Office, your household compatible smartphone or a
waste disposal service or the shop BLUETOOTH device.
where you purchased the product or This equipment has been tested and
battery. found to comply with the limits set out
in the EMC regulation using a
Notice for customers: the following connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
information is only applicable to
equipment sold in countries For customers in Australia and
applying EU directives. India
This product has been manufactured by
Disposal of Old
or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Electrical & Electronic
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075
Japan. Inquiries related to product Equipment (Applicable
compliance based on European Union in the European Union
legislation shall be addressed to the and other European
authorized representative, Sony countries with separate
Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe collection systems)
Limited, Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935
Zaventem, Belgium. For any service or Copyrights and Trademarks
guarantee matters, please refer to the •This system incorporates Dolby*
addresses provided in the separate Digital and the DTS** Digital Surround
service or guarantee documents. System.
* Manufactured under license from
Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that Dolby Laboratories.
this equipment is in compliance with Dolby and the double-D symbol are
Directive 2014/53/EU. trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
The full text of the EU declaration of ** For DTS patents, see
conformity is available at the following http://patents.dts.com.
internet address: Manufactured under license from
http://www.compliance.sony.de/ DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the
Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol
together are registered trademarks,
and DTS Digital Surround is a
This radio equipment is intended to be trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All
used with the approved version(s) of Rights Reserved.
software/firmware that are indicated in •The BLUETOOTH® word mark and
the EU Declaration of Conformity. The logos are registered trademarks
software/firmware loaded on this radio owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
equipment is verified to comply with the use of such marks by Sony Corporation
is under license. Other trademarks and

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 trade names are those of their compliance with safety and regulatory
respective owners. standards.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-
Definition Multimedia Interface, and Compatible iPhone/iPod models
the HDMI Logo are trademarks or The compatible iPhone/iPod models
registered trademarks of HDMI are as follows. Update your iPhone/
Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the iPod with the latest software before
United States and other countries. using with the system.
• The N-Mark is a trademark or Made for:
registered trademark of NFC Forum, – iPhone 6s/iPhone 6s Plus/iPhone 6/
Inc. in the United States and in other iPhone 6 Plus/iPhone 5s/iPhone 5c/
countries. iPhone 5
• Android™ is a trademark of Google – iPod touch (6th generation)/
LLC. iPod touch (5th generation)
• Google Play is a trademark of Google • Other system and product names are
LLC. generally trademarks or registered
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony trademarks of the manufacturers. ™
Corporation. and  marks are not indicated in this
• “PlayStation” is a registered trademark document.
of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding
technology and patents licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
• Windows Media is either a registered
About these operating
trademark or trademark of Microsoft instructions
Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries. • The instructions in these Operating
• This product is protected by certain Instructions describe the controls on
intellectual property rights of Microsoft the remote control. You can also use
Corporation. Use or distribution of the controls on the Bar Speaker if they
such technology outside of this have the same or similar names as
product is prohibited without a license those on the remote control.
from Microsoft or an authorized • Some illustrations are presented as
Microsoft subsidiary. conceptual drawings, and may be
• “ClearAudio+” is a trademark of Sony different from the actual products.
Corporation. • The default setting is underlined.
• Apple, iPhone, iPod, and iPod touch
• The text enclosed in double quotation
are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
mark (“--”) appears in the top panel
registered in the U.S. and other
display.
countries.

Use of the Made for Apple badge

means that an accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to the
Apple product(s) identified in the
badge, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for
the operation of this device or its

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Table of Contents

Connecting  Startup Guide (separate document)

About these operating Activating wireless

instructions .......................... 4 transmission between
Guide to parts and controls ...... 6 specific units (Secure
Link) ................................... 20
Listening
Adjusting the volume of
Listening to sound from the
subwoofer ........................... 21
connected devices .............. 9
Listening to music from a USB Additional Information
device ..................................10 Precautions ............................... 21
Troubleshooting .......................22
Sound Adjustment
Playable types of files ..............27
Enjoying sound effects ..............11
Supported audio formats .........27
BLUETOOTH Functions Specifications ...........................27
Listening to music from a Radio Frequency Bands and
BLUETOOTH device ............ 12 Maximum Output Power ... 28
Controlling the system using a On BLUETOOTH
smartphone or tablet communication ................. 29
(Sony | Music Center) ......... 14
Settings and Adjustments
Using the setup display ............ 15
Other Functions
Using the Control for HDMI
function ............................... 17
Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
function ............................... 18
Saving power in standby
mode ................................... 19
Mounting the Bar Speaker on a
wall ...................................... 19
Installing the subwoofer
horizontally ........................ 20

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Guide to parts and controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.

Bar Speaker
Top and side panel

, slot

  (power) touch key  Blue LED indicator

Turns on the system, or sets it to Shows the BLUETOOTH status as
standby mode. follows.
 INPUT touch key
During BLUETOOTH Flashes quickly
Selects the device you want to pairing
use.
The system is Flashes
 PAIRING touch key attempting to connect
with a BLUETOOTH
 VOL (volume) +/– touch key device
 (N-Mark) (page 13) The system has Lights up
established connection
Position the NFC-compatible with a BLUETOOTH
device near this indication to device
activate the NFC function.
 (USB) port (page 10)  Top panel display
Place your fingernail in the slot  Remote control sensor
(from bottom) to open the cover.
About touch keys
The touch keys work when you touch
them lightly. Do not press on them with
excessive force.

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Rear panel

 HDMI OUT TV (ARC) jack  ANALOG IN jack

 TV IN OPTICAL jack  AC power cord (mains lead)

Subwoofer

 Power indicator   (power)

• Lights off: Power is off. Turns on the subwoofer, or sets it
• Red: Not connected to Bar to standby mode.
Speaker (standby mode).  AC power cord (mains lead)
• Green: Connected to Bar
Speaker (Secure Link
connection is not established).
• Orange: Secure Link connection
is established.
 LINK (page 21)

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About the standby mode  INPUT (page 9)
The subwoofer enters standby mode   (power)
automatically and the power indicator Turns on the system, or sets it to
turns red when the Bar Speaker is in standby mode.
standby mode or wireless transmission  DIMMER
is deactivated. The subwoofer turns on
Adjusts the brightness of the top
automatically when the Bar Speaker is
panel display.
turned on and wireless transmission is
activated. “BRIGHT”  “DARK”  “OFF”
• The top panel display is turned
off when “OFF” is selected. It
Remote control turns on automatically when
you press any buttons, then
turns off again if you do not
operate the system for several
seconds. However, in some
cases, the top panel display
may not turn off. In this case,
the brightness of the top panel
display is same as “DARK”.
 MENU
Turns on/off the menu in the top
panel display.
/
Selects the menu items.
ENTER
Enters the selection.
BACK
Returns to the previous display.
Stops USB playback.
  (volume) +*/–
Adjusts the volume.
 SW  (subwoofer volume) +/–
(page 21)
Adjusts the volume of bass
sound.
  (muting)
Turns off the sound temporarily.
 CLEARAUDIO+
Automatically selects the suitable
sound setting for the sound
source.
 SOUND FIELD (page 11)
Selects a sound mode.

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 VOICE (page 11)
 * (play/pause)
Pauses or resumes playback. Listening
 NIGHT (page 11)
 / (previous/next/ Listening to sound from

Listening
rewind/fast forward)
Press to select the previous/next
the connected devices
track or file.
Hold down to search backward or Press INPUT repeatedly.
forward. When you press INPUT once, the current
device appears in the top panel display,
* The  and  + buttons have a tactile then each time you press INPUT, the
dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference
device changes cyclically as follows.
when operating the remote control.
“TV”  “ANALOG”  “BT”  “USB”
“TV”
Device (TV, etc.) that is connected to the TV
IN OPTICAL jack, or a TV compatible with the
Audio Return Channel function that is
connected to the HDMI OUT TV (ARC) jack
“ANALOG”
Device (Digital media player, etc.) that is
connected to the ANALOG IN jack
“BT”
BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP
(page 12)
“USB”
USB device that is connected to the (USB)
port (page 10)

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 Information of USB device
Listening to music from a on the TV screen
USB device
You can play music files on a connected
USB device.
For playable types of files, see “Playable
types of files” (page 27).

1 Connect the USB device to the  Playing time

(USB) port.
 Total playing time
Refer to the operating instructions
of the USB device before  Bit rate
connecting.  Playback status
 Rewind/fast forward speed
 Repeat play status
 Selected file index/Total files in the
folder

Notes
2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select • Depending on the source being played,
“USB”. some information may not be displayed.
The USB content list appears on the • Depending on the play mode, the
TV screen. information displayed may be different.

3 Press / to select the content

you want, then press ENTER.
The selected content starts playing.
4 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume of Bar Speaker
by pressing  +/–.
• Adjust the volume of subwoofer
by pressing SW  +/–.

Note
Do not remove the USB device during
operation. To avoid data corruption or
damage to the USB device, turn the system
off before removing the USB device.

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 Using the Night mode
Sound Adjustment function
This function is useful when watching
Enjoying sound effects movies late at night. You will be able to
hear the dialog clearly even at a low
You can easily enjoy pre-programmed volume level.
sound fields that are tailored to different

Sound Adjustment
kinds of sound sources. Press NIGHT to select “N.ON”.
To inactivate the Night mode, press
NIGHT to select “N.OFF”.
Selecting the sound field
Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until Using the Clear Voice
the sound field you want appears in
function
the top panel display.
This function helps make dialogs
“CLEARAUDIO+”
clearer.
You can enjoy the sound with Sony-
recommended sound field. Sound field is
automatically optimized according to Press VOICE repeatedly.
playback content and function. • “UP OFF”: The Clear Voice function is
“MOVIE” turned off.
Sounds are played back with surround • “UP 1”: Dialog range is enhanced.
effects, and they are realistic and powerful, • “UP 2”: Dialog range is enhanced, and
making them suitable for movies.
the parts of range difficult to be
“MUSIC” discerned by the elderly are boosted.
Sound effects are optimized for listening to
music.
“SPORTS”
Commentary is clear, cheers are heard as
surround-sound, and sounds are realistic.
“GAME”
Sounds are powerful and realistic, suitable
for game play.
“STANDARD”
Sound that corresponds to every source.

Tip
You can also press CLEARAUDIO+ to select
“CLEARAUDIO+”.

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 Notes
• If passkey is required on the BLUETOOTH
BLUETOOTH Functions device, enter “0000”. Passkey may be
called “Passcode”, “PIN code”, “PIN
Listening to music from a number” or “Password”.
• You can pair up to 9 BLUETOOTH devices.
BLUETOOTH device If the 10th BLUETOOTH device is paired,
the least recently connected device will
be replaced by the new one.

Listening to music from the

paired device

1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of

Pairing this system with a the paired device to on.
BLUETOOTH device 2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select
“BT”.
Pairing is an operation where
The system automatically
BLUETOOTH devices register with each
reconnects to the BLUETOOTH
other beforehand. Once a pairing
device it was most recently
operation is performed, it does not need
connected to.
to be performed again.
When the BLUETOOTH connection
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device
is established, the blue LED
indicator lights up.
within 1 meter from the Bar
Speaker. 3 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH
device.
2 Press PAIRING on the Bar
Speaker. 4 Adjust the volume.
The blue LED indicator on the Bar • Adjust the volume of the
Speaker flashes quickly during BLUETOOTH device.
BLUETOOTH pairing. • Adjust the volume of Bar Speaker
by pressing  +/–.
3 Turn on the BLUETOOTH function, • Adjust the volume of subwoofer
and then select “HT-CT390” after by pressing SW  +/–.
searching for it on the BLUETOOTH
device. Notes

Perform this step within 5 minutes, • Once the system and the BLUETOOTH
otherwise pairing mode may be device are connected, you can control
canceled. playback by pressing  and /.
When the BLUETOOTH connection • You can connect to the system from a
is established, the blue LED paired BLUETOOTH device even when the
indicator lights up. system in standby mode, if you set the
“BTSTB” to “ON” (page 16).
• The audio playback on this system may
be delayed from that on the BLUETOOTH
device because of the characteristics of
the BLUETOOTH wireless technology.

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Tip – If your remote device is having an older
OS version than Android 4.1.x,
You can enable or disable codec AAC from download and start the “NFC Easy
BLUETOOTH device (page 16). Connect” application. “NFC Easy
Connect” is a free application for
To disconnect the BLUETOOTH Android remote devices that can be
device obtained from Google Play™. (The
Perform any of the following items. application may not be available in
some countries/regions.)
• Press PAIRING on the Bar Speaker
again.
• Disable the BLUETOOTH function on
1 Hold the remote device near to
the N-Mark on the Bar Speaker

BLUETOOTH Functions
the BLUETOOTH device.
• Turn off the system or the BLUETOOTH until the remote device vibrates.
device.

Connecting to a remote
device by One-touch
function (NFC)

NFC (Near Field Communication) is a

technology enabling short-range
wireless communication between
Follow the on-screen instructions
various devices.
displayed on the remote device,
By holding an NFC-compatible remote
and complete the procedure for
device near to the N-Mark on the Bar
BLUETOOTH connection.
Speaker, the system and remote device
proceed to complete pairing and the When the BLUETOOTH connection
BLUETOOTH connection automatically. is established, the blue LED
indicator on the Bar Speaker lights
up.
Compatible remote devices
Remote devices with a built-in NFC 2 Start playback of audio source on
function the remote device.
(OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding For details on playback operations,
Android 3.x) refer to the operating instructions of
your remote device.
Notes
• The system only can recognize and
3 Adjust the volume.
• Adjust the volume of the
connect to one NFC-compatible device at
BLUETOOTH device.
a time.
• Depending on your remote device, you • Adjust the volume of Bar Speaker
may need to perform the following items by pressing  +/–.
on your remote device in advance. • Adjust the volume of subwoofer
– Turn on the NFC function. For details, by pressing SW  +/–.
refer to the operating instructions of
the remote device.

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Tip Notes
If pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection • Sony | Music Center uses the BLUETOOTH
fail, do the following. function of the system.
– Hold the remote device near to the • What you can control with Sony | Music
N-Mark on the Bar Speaker again. Center varies depending on the
– Remove the case from the remote device connected device. The specification and
if using a commercially available remote design of the application may change
device case. without notice.
– Relaunch “NFC Easy Connect”
application.
Using Sony | Music Center
To stop playback by One-touch
function 1 Download free Sony | Music
Hold the remote device near to the Center app on the mobile device.
N-Mark on the Bar Speaker again.
2 Connect the system and mobile
device with the BLUETOOTH
connection (page 12).

Controlling the 3 Start Sony | Music Center.

system using a 4 Operate by following the

Sony | Music Center screen.
smartphone or
Note
tablet (Sony | Music Use the latest version of Sony | Music
Center) Center.

Sony | Music Center is an application for

controlling compatible Sony audio
devices using the mobile device such as
a smartphone or tablet.

For details about Sony | Music Center,

refer to the following URL.
http://www.sony.net/smcqa/

Sony | Music Center allows you to:

– enjoy music at home seamlessly.
– change commonly used settings,
select the input of the system, and
adjust the volume.
– enjoy music content stored on a
smartphone with the system.
– enjoy music visually with your
smartphone display.

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 Settings and Adjustments

Using the setup display

You can set the following items with the menu.
Your settings are retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

1 Press MENU to turn on the menu in the top panel display.

2 Press BACK///ENTER repeatedly to select the item and press ENTER to

select the setting you want.

Settings and Adjustments

Press MENU to turn off the menu.

Menu list
The default settings are underlined.
Menu items Function
“LVL >” “ATT” Distortion may occur when you listen to a device connected
(Level) (Attenuation to the ANALOG IN jack. You can prevent distortion by
settings - Analog) attenuating the input level on the system.
• “ON”: Attenuates the input level. The output level will
decrease at this setting.
• “OFF”: Normal input level.
“DRC” Useful for enjoying movies at low sound volume. DRC
(Dynamic range applies to Dolby Digital sources.
control) • “ON”: Compresses sound in accordance with the
information contained in the content.
• “OFF”: Sound is not compressed.
“SPK >” “PLACE” • “STDRD”: Select this setting if you install the Bar Speaker
(Speaker) (Speaker in standard position.
placement) • “WALL”: Select this setting if you mount the Bar Speaker
on a wall (page 19).
“AUD >” “DUAL” You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system
(Audio) (Dual mono) receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.
• “M/S”: Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages
will be output.
• “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be output.
• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be output.
“TV AU” • “AUTO”: Select this setting when the system is connected
(TV audio) to an HDMI (ARC) jack of a TV with an HDMI cable.
• “OPT”: Select this setting when the system is connected to
a TV with the optical digital cable.
“EFCT” • “ON”: The sound of the selected sound field is played. It is
(Sound effect) recommended to use this setting.
• “OFF”: The input source is down-mixed for 2 channels.
“STRM” Shows the current audio stream information.
(Stream) See page 27 on the supported audio formats.

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Menu items Function
“HDMI>” “CTRL” • “ON”: The Control for HDMI function is enabled. Devices
(Control for HDMI) connected with an HDMI cable can control each other.
• “OFF”: Off.
“TVSTB” This function is available when you set “CTRL” to “ON”.
(Standby Linked to • “AUTO”: If the input of the system is “TV”, the system turns
TV) off automatically when you turn off the TV.
• “ON”: The system turns off automatically when you turn
off the TV regardless of the input.
• “OFF”: The system does not turn off when you turn off the
TV.
“COLOR” • “AUTO”: Automatically detects the type of external device,
(HDMI color) and switches to the matching color setting.
• “YCBCR”: Outputs YCBCR video signals.
• “RGB”: Outputs RGB video signals.
“BT >” “BTAAC” You can set whether or not the system uses AAC via
(BLUETOOTH) (BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH.
Advanced audio • “ON”: Enable AAC codec.
coding) • “OFF”: Disable AAC codec.

Note
If you change the “BTAAC” setting when a BLUETOOTH
device is connected, the codec setting is only reflected after
the next connection.
“BTSTB” When the system has pairing information, the system is in
(BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH standby mode even when it is turned off.
standby) • “ON”: BLUETOOTH standby mode is enabled.
• “OFF”: BLUETOOTH standby mode is disabled.
“INFO” The detected BLUETOOTH device name and device address
(BLUETOOTH appear in the top panel display.
device information) “NO DEVICE” appears if the system is not connected to a
BLUETOOTH device.
“WS >” “LINK” • “ON”: You can specify the wireless connection to link the
(Wireless (Secure Link) Bar Speaker to the subwoofer using the Secure Link
sound) function (page 20).
• “OFF”: Off.
“USB >” “REPT” • “NONE”: Plays back all tracks.
(Playback mode) • “ONE”: Repeats one track.
• “FLDER”: Repeats all tracks in a folder.
• “RANDM”: Repeats all tracks in a folder in random order.
• “ALL”: Repeats all tracks.
“SYS >” “ASTBY” • “ON”: Turns on the auto standby function. When you do
(System) (Auto standby) not operate the system for about 20 minutes, the system
enters standby mode automatically.
• “OFF”: Off.
“VER” The current firmware version information appears in the top
(Version) panel display.

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 Tip
If you enable the Control for HDMI
Other Functions (“BRAVIA” sync) function when using a TV
manufactured by Sony, the Control for
Using the Control for HDMI function of the system is also
enabled automatically. When settings are
HDMI function completed, “DONE” appears in the top
panel display.
Connecting a device such as a TV or
Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the
Control for HDMI function* by HDMI
System Power Off function
cable (High Speed HDMI Cable with When you turn off the TV, the system
Ethernet, not supplied) enables you to will turn off automatically.
easily operate the device by a TV remote Set “HDMI>” – “TVSTB” on the system to
control. “ON” or “AUTO” (page 16). The default
The following functions can be used setting is “AUTO”.
with the Control for HDMI function.

Other Functions
• System Power Off function
• System Audio Control function System Audio Control
• Audio Return Channel function
• One-Touch Play function
* Control for HDMI is a standard used by If you turn on the system while you are
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for watching the TV, the TV sound will be
allowing HDMI (High-Definition output from the speakers of the system.
Multimedia Interface) devices to control The volume of the system can be
each other. adjusted using the TV’s remote control.
If the TV sound was output from the
Note
speakers of the system the previous
These functions may work with devices time you watched the TV, the system
other than those manufactured by Sony, will be turned on automatically when
but operation is not guaranteed. you turn on the TV again.
Operations can also be made by the
Preparing to use the Control TV’s menu. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.
for HDMI function
Notes
Set “HDMI>” – “CTRL” on the system to
• Sound is only output from the TV if other
“ON” (page 16). The default setting is
than “TV” input is selected when using
“ON”. the Twin Picture function on the TV. When
Enable the Control for HDMI function you disable the Twin Picture function, the
settings for the TV and other device sound is output from the system.
connected to the system. • The system’s volume level is displayed on
the TV screen depending on the TV. It
may differ from the volume level on the
top panel display.
• Depending on the settings of the TV, the
System Audio Control function may not
be available. For details, refer to the
operating instructions of your TV.

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Audio Return Channel
Using the “BRAVIA” Sync
If the system is connected to a TV’s
HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio
function
Return Channel, you can listen to TV
sound from the speakers of the system In addition to the Control for HDMI
without connecting an optical digital function, you can also use the following
cable. function on devices compatible with the
On the system, set “AUD >” – “TV AU” to “BRAVIA” sync function.
“AUTO” (page 15). The default setting is • Scene Select function
“AUTO”. Note

Note This function is proprietary function of

Sony. This function cannot operate with
If the TV is not compatible with Audio
products other than those manufactured
Return Channel, an optical digital cable
by Sony.
needs to be connected (Refer to the
supplied Startup Guide).
Scene Select function
One-Touch Play function The sound field of the system is
When you play content on a device automatically switched according to the
(Blu-ray Disc player, “PlayStation®4”, TV’s Scene Select or Sound Mode
etc.) connected to the TV, the system function settings. For details, refer to
and TV are turned on automatically, the the operating instructions of your TV.
input of the system is switched to the Set the sound field to “CLEARAUDIO+”
input for the TV, and sound is output (page 11).
from the speakers of the system.
Notes on HDMI connections
Notes • Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you
• If the TV sound was output from the use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p
speakers of the TV the previous time you content may not be displayed
watched the TV, the system does not turn properly.
on and the sound and picture are output • Use an HDMI-authorized cable.
from the TV even if device content is Use a Sony High Speed HDMI cable
played. with the Cable Type Logo.
• Depending on the TV, the beginning part • We do not recommend using an
of content being played may not play HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
correctly. • Check the setup of the connected
equipment if an image is poor or the
sound does not come out of the
equipment connected via the HDMI
cable.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI
jack may be suppressed by the
connected equipment.

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• Sound may be interrupted when the • Sony shall not be held responsible for
sampling frequency or the number of accidents or damage caused by improper
channels of audio output signals from installation, insufficient wall strength,
the playback equipment is switched. improper screw installation or natural
• If the connected equipment is not calamity, etc.
compatible with copyright-protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or 1 Fix the supplied wall mounting
the sound from the HDMI OUT jack of brackets to the bracket fixing
this system may be distorted or may holes on the bottom of the Bar
not be output. In such a case, check Speaker with the supplied screws
the specifications of the connected so that the surface of each wall
equipment. mounting bracket is as shown in
the illustration.
Fix the two wall mounting brackets
to the left and right fixing holes on
Saving power in standby the bottom of the Bar Speaker.

Other Functions
mode Screw (supplied)

Wall mounting
Check that you have made the following bracket (supplied)
settings:
– “CTRL” in “HDMI>” is set to “OFF”
(page 16).
– “BTSTB” in “BT >” is set to “OFF”
(page 16).

Mounting the Bar

Speaker on a wall
You can mount the Bar Speaker on a
wall.

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.
• Be sure to subcontract the installation to
Sony dealers or licensed contractors and
pay special attention to safety during the
installation.

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2 Prepare screws (not supplied) that
are suitable for the holes in the Installing the subwoofer
brackets.
horizontally
4 mm Place the subwoofer on the right side
with the “SONY” logo facing front.
More than 30 mm

4.6 mm

10 mm

Hole in the bracket

3 Fasten the screws to 2 studs in the

wall.
The screws should protrude by
5 mm to 6 mm.

560 mm

Attach the supplied speaker pads.

5 mm to
6 mm
Activating wireless
transmission between
specific units (Secure
4 Hang the Bar Speaker on the
Link)
screws.
You can specify the wireless connection
Align the holes in the brackets with to link the Bar Speaker to the subwoofer
the screws, then hang the Bar using the Secure Link function.
Speaker on the two screws. This function can help prevent
interference if you use multiple wireless
products or your neighbors use wireless
products.

1 Press MENU.

2 Press / to select “WS >”, then

press ENTER.

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3 When “LINK” appears in the top
panel display, press ENTER.
Additional Information
4 Press / to select “ON”, then
press ENTER.
Precautions
5 When “START” appears in the top
panel display, press ENTER. On safety
“*****” appears, and the Bar Speaker • Should any solid object or liquid fall into
searches for a device that can be the system, unplug the system and have
used with Link. Proceed to the next it checked by qualified personnel before
step within 2 minutes. operating it any further.
• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains
6 Press LINK on the subwoofer. lead) with wet hands. Doing so may cause
The power indicator on the an electric shock.
subwoofer flashes in orange. • Do not climb on the Bar Speaker and
7 When “DONE” appears in the top
subwoofer, as you may fall down and
injure yourself, or system damage may
panel display, press ENTER. result.
The subwoofer is linked to the Bar

Additional Information
Speaker and the power indicator on On power sources
the subwoofer turns orange. • Before operating the system, check that
If “FAIL” appears, check to ensure the operating voltage is identical to your
the subwoofer is turned on and local power supply. The operating voltage
press BACK to perform the process is indicated on the nameplate on the
again from step 3. bottom of the Bar Speaker.
8 Press MENU.
• If you are not going to use the system for
a long time, be sure to disconnect the
The menu turns off. system from the wall outlet (mains). To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
Adjusting the volume of changed only at a qualified service shop.
subwoofer On heat buildup
The subwoofer is designed for playback Although the system heats up during
of bass or low frequency sound. operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this system at high
Press SW  +/– to adjust the volume, the system temperature at the
volume of subwoofer. rear and bottom rises considerably. To
avoid burning yourself, do not touch the
Note system.
When the input source does not contain
much of bass sound, such as in TV
programs, the sound from the subwoofer
may be difficult to hear.

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On placement If you have any question or problem
concerning your system, please consult
• Place the system in a location with
your nearest Sony dealer.
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup and prolong the life of the
system.
• Do not place the system near heat
sources or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
Troubleshooting
shock.
• Do not place anything at the rear of the If you experience any of the following
Bar Speaker and subwoofer that might difficulties while using the system, use
block the ventilation holes and cause this troubleshooting guide to help
malfunctions. remedy the problem before requesting
• If the system is being used in combination repairs. Should any problem persist,
with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, noise may consult your nearest Sony dealer.
result and picture quality may suffer. In
such a case, place the system away from
the TV, VCR, or tape deck. General
• Use caution when placing the system on a
surface that has been specially treated The power does not turn on.
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.), as staining or  Check that the AC power cord
discoloration of the surface may result. (mains lead) is connected securely.
• Take care to avoid any possible injury
from the corners of the Bar Speaker and The system does not work normally.
subwoofer.  Disconnect the AC power cord
• Keep 3 cm or more space under the Bar (mains lead) from the wall outlet
Speaker when you hang it on a wall. (mains), then reconnect after
several minutes.
On operation
Before connecting other equipment, be
The system is turned off automatically.
sure to turn off and unplug the system.  The auto standby function is
working. Set “ASTBY” in “SYS >” to
If you encounter color irregularity “OFF” (page 16).
on a nearby TV screen The system does not turn on even
Color irregularities may be observed on when the TV is turned on.
certain types of TV.  Set “HDMI>” – “CTRL” to “ON”
• If color irregularity is observed... (page 16). The TV must support the
Turn off the TV, then turn it on again after Control for HDMI function (page 17).
15 to 30 minutes. For details, refer to the operating
• If color irregularity is observed again...
instructions of your TV.
Place the system further away from the
 Check the speaker settings of the
TV.
TV. The system power syncs with
On cleaning the speaker settings of the TV. For
details, refer to the operating
Clean the system with a soft, dry cloth. Do instructions of your TV.
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
 If the sound was output from the
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or
speakers of the TV the previous
benzine.
time, the system does not turn on
even when the TV is turned on.

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The system turns off when the TV is  If sound is not output from the
turned off. system even if the system and TV
 Check the setting of “HDMI>” – are connected by optical digital
“TVSTB” (page 16). When “TVSTB” is cable or if the TV does not have an
set to “ON”, the system turns off optical digital sound output jack,
automatically when you turn off the connect an analog audio cable (not
TV regardless of the input. supplied) and switch input of the
system to “ANALOG” (page 9).
The system does not turn off even  Switch input of the system to “TV”
when the TV is turned off. (page 9).
 Check the setting of “HDMI>” –  Increase the volume on the system
“TVSTB” (page 16). To turn the or cancel muting.
system off automatically regardless  Depending on the order in which
of the input when you turn off the you connect the TV and the system,
TV, set “TVSTB” to “ON”. The TV the system may be muted and
must support the Control for HDMI “MUTING” is displayed in the top
function (page 17). For details, refer panel display of the system. If this
to the operating instructions of your happens, turn on the TV first, then
TV. the system.
 Set the speakers setting of the TV

Additional Information
(BRAVIA) to Audio System. Refer to
Sound the operating instructions of your
No TV sound is output from the system. TV regarding how to set the TV.
 Check the type and connection of The sound is output from both the
the HDMI cable, optical digital system and the TV.
cable, or analog audio cable that is  Mute the sound of the system or the
connected to the system and the TV TV.
(refer to the supplied Startup
Guide). No sound or only a very low-level
 If your TV is compatible with Audio sound of the device connected to the
Return Channel, make sure the Bar Speaker is heard from the Bar
system is connected to an ARC- Speaker.
compatible HDMI input jack of the  Press  + and check the volume
TV (refer to the supplied Startup level (page 8).
Guide). If sound is still not output or  Press  or  + to cancel the
if sound is interrupted, connect the muting function (page 8).
supplied optical digital cable and  Make sure the input source is
set “AUD >” – “TV AU” to “OPT” selected correctly. You should try
(page 15). other input sources by pressing
 If your TV is not compatible with INPUT repeatedly (page 9).
Audio Return Channel, TV sound will  Check that all the cables and cords
not be output from the system even of the system and the connected
if the system is connected to the device are firmly inserted.
TV’s HDMI input jack. To output TV
sound from the system, connect the No sound or only a very low-level
supplied optical digital cable (refer sound is heard from the subwoofer.
to the supplied Startup Guide).  Press SW + to increase the
subwoofer volume (page 8).

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 Make sure that the power indicator  If the USB device is connected via a
on the subwoofer is lit in green. If USB hub, disconnect it and connect
not, refer to “No sound is heard the USB device directly to the Bar
from the subwoofer.” in “Subwoofer Speaker.
wireless sound” (page 25).
 A subwoofer is for reproducing bass
sound. In the case of input sources BLUETOOTH device
that contain very little bass sound
components (i.e., a TV broadcast), BLUETOOTH connection cannot be
the sound from the subwoofer may completed.
be difficult to hear.  Make sure that the blue LED
 When you play content compatible indicator is lit (page 6).
with copyright protection  Make sure the BLUETOOTH device
technology (HDCP), it is not output to be connected is turned on and
from the subwoofer. the BLUETOOTH function is
enabled.
The surround effect cannot be  Move the BLUETOOTH device closer
obtained. to the Bar Speaker.
 Depending on the input signal and  Pair this system and the
the sound field setting, surround BLUETOOTH device again. You may
sound processing may not work need to cancel the pairing with this
effectively. The surround effect may system using your BLUETOOTH
be subtle, depending on the device first.
program or disc.
 To play multi channel audio, check Pairing cannot be done.
the digital audio output setting on  Move the BLUETOOTH device closer
the device connected to the system. to the Bar Speaker.
For details, refer to the operating  Make sure this system is not
instructions supplied with the receiving interference from a
connected device. wireless LAN equipment, other
2.4 GHz wireless devices, or a
microwave oven. If a device that
USB device generates electromagnetic
radiation is nearby, move the device
The USB device is not recognized. away from this system.
 Try the following:  Pairing may not be possible if other
 Turn the system off. BLUETOOTH devices are present
 Remove and reconnect the USB around the Bar Speaker. In this case,
device. turn off the other BLUETOOTH
 Turn the system on. devices.
 Make sure that the USB device is
securely connected to the (USB) No sound is output from the connected
port. BLUETOOTH device.
 Check if the USB device or a cable is  Make sure that the blue LED
damaged. indicator is lit (page 6).
 Check if the USB device is on.  Move the BLUETOOTH device closer
to the Bar Speaker.

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 If a device that generates  The subwoofer is designed for
electromagnetic radiation, such as a playback of bass sound. When the
wireless LAN equipment, other input source does not contain much
BLUETOOTH devices, or a of bass sound, as is the case with
microwave oven is nearby, move most TV programs, the bass sound
the device away from this system. may not be audible.
 Remove any obstacle between this  Press SW  + to increase the
system and the BLUETOOTH device volume of the subwoofer (page 21).
or move this system away from the
obstacle. Sound skips or has noise.
 Reposition the connected  If there is a device nearby that
BLUETOOTH device. generates electromagnetic waves
 Try changing the wireless frequency like a wireless LAN or a microwave
of the Wi-Fi router, computer, etc. oven in use, locate the system apart
to 5 GHz band. from it.
 Increase the volume on the  If there is an obstacle between the
connected BLUETOOTH device. Bar Speaker and the subwoofer,
move or remove it.
The sound is not in sync with the  Locate the Bar Speaker and the
image. subwoofer as close as possible.

Additional Information
 When you are watching movies, you  Switch the wireless LAN frequency
may hear the sound with a slight of any nearby Wi-Fi router or
delay from the image. personal computer to 5 GHz band.
 Switch the TV, Blu-ray Disc player,
etc. from wireless LAN to wired LAN.
Subwoofer wireless sound
No sound is heard from the subwoofer. Remote control
 The power indicator does not light
up. The remote control does not function.
• Check that the AC power cord  Point the remote control at the
(mains lead) of the subwoofer is remote control sensor on the Bar
connected properly. Speaker (page 6).
• Press  on the subwoofer to turn  Remove any obstacles in the path
on the power. between the remote control and the
 The power indicator flashes slowly Bar Speaker.
in green or lights up in red.  Replace both batteries in the
• Move the subwoofer to a location remote control with new ones, if
near the Bar Speaker so that the they are weak.
power indicator lights up in green.  Make sure you are pressing the
• Follow the steps in “Activating correct button on the remote
wireless transmission between control.
specific units (Secure Link)”
(page 20). The TV remote control does not work.
 If the power indicator flashes in red,  Install the Bar Speaker so that it
press  on the subwoofer to turn does not obstruct the remote
off the power and check whether control sensor of the TV.
the ventilation opening of the
subwoofer is blocked or not.

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 The top panel display of the Bar
Others Speaker is not lit.
 Press DIMMER to set the brightness
The Control for HDMI function does not to “BRIGHT” or “DARK”, if set to
work properly. “OFF” (page 8).
 Check the connection with the
system (refer to the supplied Sensors of the TV do not work properly.
Startup Guide).  The Bar Speaker may block some
 Enable the Control for HDMI sensors (such as the brightness
function on the TV. For details, refer sensor) and the remote control
to the operating instructions of your receiver of your TV, or the “emitter
TV. for 3D glasses (infrared
 Wait a while, and then try again. If transmission)” of a 3D TV that
you unplug the system, it will take a supports the infrared 3D glass
while before operations can be system or the wireless
made. Wait for 15 seconds or communication. Move the Bar
longer, and then try again. Speaker away from the TV within a
 Make sure the devices connected to range that allow those parts to
the system support the Control for operate properly. For the locations
HDMI function. of the sensors and remote control
 Enable the Control for HDMI receiver, refer to the operating
function on the devices connected instructions supplied with the TV.
to the system. For details, refer to
the operating instructions of your
device. Reset
 The type and number of devices
that can be controlled by the If the system still does not operate
Control for HDMI function is properly, reset the system as follows.
restricted by the HDMI CEC standard Be sure to use the touch keys on the Bar
as follows: Speaker to perform this operation.
• Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc
recorder, DVD recorder, etc.): up 1 While holding INPUT, touch VOL –
to 3 devices and  simultaneously for
• Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc 5 seconds.
Player, DVD player, etc.): up to 3 “RESET” appears in the top panel
devices display, and the settings of the
• Tuner-related devices: up to 4 menu and sound fields, etc. return
devices to their initial status.
• Audio system (receiver/
headphone): up to 1 device (used
2 Disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead).
by this system)

If “PRTCT” appears in the top panel

3 Connect the AC power cord (mains
lead), then press  to turn on the
display of the Bar Speaker.
system.
 Press  to turn off the system. After
the display turns off, disconnect the 4 Link the system to the subwoofer
AC power cord (mains lead) then (page 20).
check that nothing is blocking the
ventilation holes of the Bar Speaker.

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Playable types of files Specifications
Codec Extension
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio .mp3
Bar Speaker (SA-CT390)
Layer III)
Amplifier section
AAC .m4a
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
WMA9 Standard .wma Front L + Front R:
LPCM .wav 50 W + 50 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1%
THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Notes
Front L/Front R: 100 W (per channel at
• Some files may not play depending on 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
the file format, the file encoding, or the Inputs
recording condition. USB
• Some files edited on a PC may not play. ANALOG IN
• The system does not play coded files such TV IN OPTICAL
as DRM and Lossless. Output
• The system can recognize the following HDMI OUT TV (ARC)
files or folders in USB devices:

Additional Information
HDMI section
– up to 200 folders
Connector
– up to 150 files/folders in a single layer
Type A (19pin)
• Some USB devices may not work with this
system. USB section
• The system can recognize Mass Storage (USB) port
Class (MSC) devices. Type A
BLUETOOTH section
Communication system
BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.2
Supported audio formats Output
BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class
1
Audio formats supported by this system Maximum communication range
are as follows. Line of sight approx. 25 m1)
• Dolby Digital Frequency band
• DTS 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz –
• LPCM 2ch 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
• AAC
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles2)
A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP 1.6 (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile)
Supported Codecs3)
SBC4), AAC5)
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (Sampling
frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)

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1)
The actual range will vary depending on
factors such as obstacles between Subwoofer (SA-WCT390)
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity, POWER OUTPUT (reference)
cordless phone, reception sensitivity, 100 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 100 Hz)
antenna’s performance, operating Speaker system
system, software application, etc. Subwoofer system, Bass reflex
2)
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate Speaker
130 mm cone type
the purpose of BLUETOOTH
Power requirements
communication between devices.
3) Codec: Audio signal compression and Taiwan models only:
120 V AC, 50/60 Hz
conversion format Other models:
4)
Subband Codec 220 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
5)
Advanced Audio Coding Power consumption
Front L/Front R speaker section On: 20 W
Standby: 0.5 W or less
Speaker system
Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)
Full range speaker system, Acoustic
170 mm × 342 mm × 362 mm
suspension
(vertical installation)
Speaker
342 mm × 172 mm × 362 mm
60 mm cone type
(horizontal installation)
General Mass (approx.)
Power requirements 6.5 kg
Taiwan models only:
120 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other models: Wireless transmitter/
220 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz receiver section
Power consumption
On: 45 W Frequency band
Standby: 0.5 W or less (Power saving 2.4 GHz (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
mode) Modulation method
(When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” and “BTSTB” FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
in “BT >” are set to “OFF”)
Design and specifications are subject to
Standby: 2.8 W or less6)
change without notice.
(When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” or “BTSTB” in
“BT >” is set to “ON”)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)
900 mm × 52 mm × 121 mm
(without wall mounting brackets) Radio Frequency Bands
900 mm × 121 mm × 59 mm
(with wall mounting brackets) and Maximum Output
Mass (approx.)
2.2 kg Power
6) The system will automatically enter Wireless LAN/BLUETOOTH
Power saving mode when there is no Frequency band
HDMI connection and no BLUETOOTH 2,400 MHz - 2,483.5 MHz
pairing history, regardless of the settings Maximum output power
you have made for “CTRL” in “HDMI>” < 6.0 dBm
and “BTSTB” in “BT >”. NFC
Frequency band
13.56 MHz
Maximum output power
< 60 dBμA/m at 10 m

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 – In hospitals, on trains, in airplanes, at
gas stations, and any place where
On BLUETOOTH flammable gasses may be present
communication – Near automatic doors or fire alarms
• This system supports security
• BLUETOOTH devices should be used functions that comply with the
within approximately 10 meters BLUETOOTH specification to ensure
(unobstructed distance) of each other. secure connection during
The effective communication range communication using BLUETOOTH
may become shorter under the technology. However, this security
following conditions. may be insufficient depending on the
– When a person, metal object, wall or setting contents and other factors, so
other obstruction is between the always be careful when performing
devices with a BLUETOOTH communication using BLUETOOTH
connection technology.
– Locations where a wireless LAN is • Sony cannot be held liable in any way
installed for damages or other loss resulting
– Around microwave ovens that are in from information leaks during
use communication using BLUETOOTH
– Locations where other technology.

Additional Information
electromagnetic waves occur • BLUETOOTH communication is not
• BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN necessarily guaranteed with all
(IEEE 802.11b/g) use the same BLUETOOTH devices that have the
frequency band (2.4 GHz). When using same profile as this system.
your BLUETOOTH device near a device • BLUETOOTH devices connected with
with wireless LAN capability, this system must comply with the
electromagnetic interference may BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
occur. This could result in lower data by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be
transfer rates, noise, or inability to certified to comply. However, even
connect. If this happens, try the when a device complies with the
following remedies: BLUETOOTH specification, there may
– Use this system at least 10 meters be cases where the characteristics or
away from the wireless LAN device. specifications of the BLUETOOTH
– Turn off the power to the wireless device make it impossible to connect,
LAN device when using your or may result in different control
BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters. methods, display or operation.
– Install this system and BLUETOOTH • Noise may occur or the audio may cut
device as close to each other as off depending on the BLUETOOTH
possible. device connected with this system,
• The radio waves broadcast by this the communications environment, or
system may interfere with the surrounding conditions.
operation of some medical devices.
Since this interference may result in
malfunction, always turn off the power
on this system and BLUETOOTH device
in the following locations:

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