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Sony RHT-G950 (RHTG950)

RHT-G950

Price details:

Price excl. VAT: 815.33 Eco fees: 0.33 VAT 21 %: 171.29
PDF generated on: 6 June, 2011

Product details:

Product code: RHTG950 EAN: 4905524541489 Manufacturer: Sony

986.95

* VAT included
Product is discontinued. You can not order it anymore.
- Full range speaker system with bass reflex, this corner cut all-in-one TV stand pumps out 70W x 5 total power plus 120W subwoofer. - All digital S-Force PRO Front Surround technology creates a virtual surround sound experience without cluttering your room with extra speakers. - BRAVIA Sync for simple, integrated control with your BRAVIA TV and other compatible products using only one remote. - Elegant design with glass top plate and premium gloss finish seamlessly integrates with 32" - 46" BRAVIA LCD TVs. - 3 HDMI inputs (1 out) with pass through of High Definition 1080p. - Digital Media Port - connect to and release digital music stored on your Walkman, iPod, mobile phone, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices. - Portable Audio Enhancer function improves the sound quality of compressed music such as MP3s. - S-Master digital amplifier delivers crystal clear sound for playback faithful to the original source. - Multi Channel Linear PCM for true High Definition sound from Blu-ray Disc players. - Choose from 14 different sound fields designed to optimise the home cinema and music experienc. - FM / AM radio tuner with RDS and 30 station preset. - Subwoofer is built with a vibration-cancelling design, for superb bass without annoying the neighbours, and night mode for great sound even at low volumes. - Cable management system for the cleanest possible solution to surround sound. - Houses up to 4 additional components such as DVD or Blu-ray Disc Disc players, games consoles, satellite and cable boxes etc. Main specifications:
RMS rated power: Audio channels: 470 W 5.W 120 W Y 87.5 - 108 MHz 531 - 1602 kHz FM N 1115 x 400 x 500 mm

Loudspeakers

Satellites RMS power:

Subwoofer

Subwoofer RMS power:
RDS tuner included: FM band: AM band: Supported bands:

Optical drive

Optical disc player type:

Weight & dimensions

Dimensions W x D x H:

Connectivity

Composite video out: Composite video in: HDMI ports quantity: FM antenna: Digital audio coaxial in: Digital audio optical in:

N Y 4 Y 1 3

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4-129-925-11(1)

Theatre Stand System
Operating Instructions RHT-G950

2009 Sony Corporation

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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 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. Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 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

WARNING...4 CAUTION..5 Precautions..6 Main features..7

Advanced Settings

Settings and adjustments using the amplifier menu.. 36

Getting Started

Supplied accessories..8 Setting this stand..9 Connecting components with HDMI jacks..13 Connecting components without HDMI jacks..15 Setting up the sound output of the connected component..16 Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter..17

Additional Information

Troubleshooting. 40 Specifications.. 42 Glossary.. 44 Index.. 46

Playback Options

Index to parts and controls.18 Enjoying TV..21 Enjoying other components.21

Tuner Functions

Presetting radio stations..23 Listening to the radio..24 Naming preset stations..25 Using the Radio Data System (RDS)..26

Surround Function

Enjoying the surround effect.27

BRAVIA Sync Features

What is BRAVIA Sync?.30 Preparing for the BRAVIA Sync.30 Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD.32 (One-Touch Play) Enjoying the TV sound from the stand..33 (System Audio Control) Turning off the stand, TV and the connected compornents.34 (System Power Off) Using the power saving function.34

Do not hit the glass or drop sharp-pointed objects on the glass. Avoid excessive shock. Do not scratch or poke the glass with sharp-pointed objects. Do not hit a component on the upper side of a top glass panel when installing the component.

Notes on installation

Be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers between the TV and the stand. To prevent the stand from distorting, observe the following: Install the stand on a solid and flat surface. If you install the stand on a soft surface such as a mat, first lay a board under the stand. Do not install the stand in a place subject to direct sunlight or near a heater. Do not install the stand in a hot or humid place, or outdoors. Moving the stand requires two people or more. Move the stand only after removing the TV. If you fail to do so, the TV may fall from the stand resulting in serious injury. Do not hold the grille as it may detach from the stand resulting in serious injury. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when moving the stand.
Do not use the top glass panel if it is cracked.
Do not use the top glass panel when it is cracked. The top glass panel may break and cause severe injury.

On operation

Precautions

On safety

Do not place unspecified objects, such as a flower vase or pottery on the stand. Do not make alterations to the stand. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the stand, unplug the stand and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the stand.

On cleaning

Clean the stand, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. 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 stand, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

On power sources

Before operating the stand, check that the operating voltage is identical to your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the stand. The stand is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the stand itself has been turned off. If you are not going to use the stand for a long time, be sure to disconnect the stand from the wall outlet (mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet (mains) only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer. AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at the qualified service shop. As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not use a new battery with an old one. Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction. If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Setting this stand

About the installation position
Install the stand after connecting all the components to the stand. Install the stand after allowing for a space of more than 5 cm from the wall. This is to allow for heat dissipation and to prevent the TV from falling.

More than 5 cm

Preventing the TV from toppling over
As a protective measure, secure the TV. Perform following steps as a protective measure if you have a Sony LCD TV.
The stand has a back corner cut to fit in the corner of a room. If you install the stand in a corner of your room, it requires a space of about 86 cm from the corner of the room to the front of the stand.

Support belt

Place the TV on the stand.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up the stand.
The TV should be placed in the centre of the stand, aligning the rear edge of the TVs base with the stands rear edge.
Fix the support belt to the TV firmly.
The support belt is attached on the rear of the stand. Place the tip of the support belt on the TV, then insert and tighten the screw for the support belt (supplied), using a coin, etc.
Pull the support belt against the TV to secure the TV firmly to the stand.

continued

Installing the shelf board
Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals.
Insert the attaching shelf support pins (supplied) into the holes in the stand. Fit the shelf board onto the shelf support pins horizontally.
The cords can be connected to either terminal.
Connecting the AM loop antenna (aerial)
The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) are designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the antenna (aerial).

SAT/CATV IN

DVD IN

TV OUT

Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand. Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial).

DMPORT

DC 5V 0.7A MAX

COAXIAL

AM ANTENNA
Insert the cords by pushing down the terminal clamp.

Insert until this part.

Do not place the AM loop antenna (aerial) near the system or other AV component, as noise may result.

Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), PlayStation 3, etc. : Signal flow
Even if the stand is turned off (active standby mode), the HDMI signal will be sent from the connected component to the TV via the HDMI connection. You can enjoy image and sound of the component on the TV.
The HDMI jack has priority when you connect the component to the stand using INPUT OPT, INPUT COAX and HDMI together. The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connect both the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPT and INPUT ANALOG jack of the stand.
Notes on HDMI connections
You can enjoy high quality images using an HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable. Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the sound does not come out of a component connected via the HDMI cable. Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by the connected component. Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output signals from the playback component is switched. When the connected component is not compatible with copyright protection technology (HDCP), the image and/or the sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be distorted or may be not output. In this case, check the specification of the connected component. We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable. When TV, FM, AM, or DMPORT is selected for the input source of the stand, video signals via the HDMI input jack (SAT/CATV, DVD, BD) that was selected last time are output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.
Connecting components without HDMI jacks
When you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, PlayStation 2, etc., that has no HDMI jacks, connect its video signal jack directly to the TV, and its audio signal jack to the stand using the INPUT OPT jack or INPUT COAX jack. It is not necessary to connect all the cables. Connect the audio cords according to the jacks of your components. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.
TV monitor, projector, etc. Audio signal or Video signal

Video signal

or Audio signal Video signal Audio signal Video signal
Satellite tuner, cable television tuner, etc. A Optical cable (not supplied) B Optical cable (supplied) C Audio cord (not supplied) D Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
DVD player (recorder), PlayStation 2, etc. : Signal flow
Set CTRL: HDMI to OFF in the AMP menu of the stand when connecting components without HDMI jacks (page 32). Even if CTRL: HDMI is set to ON, you can enjoy a video cassette recorder, etc., that does not have surround channels by connecting its audio and video output jacks directly to the TV instead of the stand. The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connect both the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPT and INPUT ANALOG jack of the stand.

Setting up the sound output of the connected component
Depending on the audio output settings of the connected component, the sound may output in 2 channel sound format only. In this case, set the connected component to output the sound in multi channel sound format (PCM, DTS, Dolby Digital). For details on audio output settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected component.
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
You can enjoy sound from the connected component on the stand by connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.

: Signal flow

DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter while the stand is turned on. When you connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, be sure the connector is inserted with the arrow mark facing toward the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack. To detach the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, press and hold A and then pull out the connector.
Index to parts and controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel display Front panel buttons and indicator
Front panel buttons and indicator

POWER/ ACTIVE STANDBY

INPUT SELECTOR

VOLUME

A POWER/ACTIVE STANDBY indicator

B ?/1 (on/standby)

Lights as follows: Green: The stand is turned on. Amber: Control for HDMI function is working while the stand is turned off. Off: The stand is turned off, and the Control for HDMI function is not working.
Press to turn the stand on or off.

C INPUT SELECTOR

Press to select the input source to play back. Each time you press the button, the input source changes cyclically as follows: TV t BD t DVD t SAT/CATV t FM t AM t DMPORT t TV.

D VOLUME +/

Press to adjust the volume.

Front panel display

About the indications in the front panel display Playback Options
A Audio format indicators
Light up according to the audio format that is being decoded.

Press C, X, x or c to select the settings. Then press to enter the selection.
Press to fast reverse or to fast forward the disc when pressed during playback.
H N (playback)/X (pause)/x (stop)

Play mode buttons.

M./>
Press to preset a radio station or name the preset station (page 23, 25).

F DIMMER

Press to skip chapters.
Press to select the brightness of the front panel display. It can be set to one of two levels.

G TUNING +/

Press to select a radio station (page 23, 24).
Press to select the setting of the front panel display.

Enjoying TV

Enjoying other components

INPUT SELECTOR SUBWOOFER

INPUT SELECTOR +/

RETURN

NIGHT DIMMER PRESET+ RETURN MENU
TUNING+ PRESETNIGHT DIMMER PRESET+

MUTING TUNINGTUNING+

VOLUME +/ VOLUME +/
Turn on the TV and choose a program.
Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.
Turn the stand on. Press INPUT SELECTOR + or repeatedly until TV appears in the front panel display. Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/.
Enjoying a satellite tuner or cable television tuner

Turn on the TV.

Turn the satellite/cable television tuner and stand on. Press INPUT SELECTOR + or repeatedly until SAT/CATV appears in the front panel display. Change the TV input.
The sound may be output from the TVs speaker. In this case, turn the volume of the TVs speaker down to the minimum.
Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/.
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc, DVD, PlayStation 2 or PlayStation 3
Turn on the TV. Turn the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (recorder), PlayStation 2 or PlayStation 3 and the stand on. Press INPUT SELECTOR + or repeatedly until BD or DVD appears in the front panel display. Change the TV input.
When you connect the video output jack of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the video input jack of the TV, set CTRL: HDMI to OFF in the AMP menu of the stand (page 32). The images of a component connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter will not be played on the TV if CTRL: HDMI is set to ON. To enjoy the sound of a component without displaying the images when CTRL: HDMI is set to ON, turn off the TV first and then reset the power of the stand. If you turn on this stand first and then turn off the TV, all components connected to the TV will be turned off because of the Control for HDMI function.

Play back the disc.

Even if you playback Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS HD with a connected component compatible with these sound formats, the stand accepts as Dolby Digital or DTS. When you playback these high-quality sound formats, set the connected component to output the sound in multi channel PCM, if possible.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, a station name will not appear in the front panel display.
When a station name is displayed, you can check the frequency by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.
Enjoying the surround effect
Selecting the sound field
This stand can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of stands optimized preprogrammed sound fields.

SOUND FIELD +/

Press SOUND FIELD +/.
The present sound field appears in the front panel display.
Each time you press the SOUND FIELD +/ button, the display changes cyclically as follows: STANDARD y MOVIE y DRAMA y NEWS y SPORTS y GAME y MUSIC y JAZZ y CLASSIC y ROCK y POP y LIVE y FLAT y STANDARD.

Available sound fields

Suitable source Sound field Effect

All Video source

STANDARD MOVIE * DRAMA * NEWS * SPORTS * GAME * MUSIC*
Suits various sources. Recreates powerful and realistic sound, along with clear dialog. Best suited for TV dramas. Produces the announcers voice clearly. Produces the play-by-play commentary clearly and realistic sound with surround effects, such as cheering, etc. Produces powerful and realistic sound, best suited for playing video games. Best suited for music programs or music videos on Blu-ray Discs/ DVDs. Recreates the atmosphere of a jazz club. Recreates the atmosphere of a classical concert. Produces powerful sound, best suited for listening to rock music. Produces uplifting sound, best suited for listening to pop music. Recreates the atmosphere of a live performance. Plays all music in stereo without any effects.

Music source

JAZZ CLASSIC ROCK POP LIVE FLAT
* These sound fields are not available when DMPORT is selected by pressing INPUT SELECTOR.
You can set a different sound field for each input source. The sound field default setting for DMPORT is FLAT, and for other sources STANDARD. When DMPORT is selected by pressing INPUT SELECTOR, the center speaker produces no sound. Some speakers will not produce sound depending on the input signal, such as monaural programmes. The center speaker produces no sound in any sound field suitable for a music source. If you press the THEATRE button on a Sony TV remote when CTRL: HDMI is set to ON, the sound field changes to MOVIE (some Sony TVs excluded).

Enjoying the sound at low volume (NIGHT mode)
You can enjoy sound effects and to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level using this function. This function is useful for enjoying sound at night.

Press NIGHT.

To cancel the night mode, press NIGHT again.
You can listen to Dolby Digital sound at low volume by using AUDIO DRC (page 38).

What is BRAVIA Sync?

By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the BRAVIA Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below: One-Touch Play: When you play back a component such as a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (recorder), the TV turns on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input. System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers of the stand. System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the stand and the connected components are also turned off simultaneously. BRAVIA Sync is compatible with a Sony TV, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., with the Control for HDMI function. CONTROL FOR HDMI is a mutual control function standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).
Preparing for the BRAVIA Sync
To use the BRAVIA Sync, set the Control for HDMI function to on for the connected component. When you connect a Sony TV with the Control for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI function for the stand and the connected component can be set simultaneously by setting Control for HDMI function of the TV.

AMP MENU C, X, x, c,

The Control for HDMI function will not operate correctly in the following cases:
When you connect this stand to a component which is not correspond with Control for HDMI function. When you connect the stand and components using other than HDMI connection. We recommend that you connect this stand to products featuring BRAVIA Sync.
Make sure that the stand is connected to the TV and the connected components (which should be compatible with the Control for HDMI function) using HDMI cables (not supplied). Turn on the stand, the TV and the connected components. Select the input of the stand connected to the component you want to watch (SAT/CATV, DVD, BD), and switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that an image from the connected component is displayed.

Press AMP MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until SET HDMI appears, then press or c. Press X/x to select CTRL: HDMI, then press or c. Press X/x to select OFF. Press AMP MENU.

The AMP menu turns off.

Enjoying the TV sound from the stand

(System Audio Control)

You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of the stand by means of a simple operation. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.
Using the Volume Limit function
When the System Audio Control function is active, and the output method changes from the TV speaker to the stand speaker automatically, loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the stand. You can prevent this by limiting the maximum volume level.
Press AMP MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until SET HDMI appears, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until VOL LIMIT appears, then press or c. Press X/x to select the maximum volume level you want.
The maximum volume level changes as follows: MAX y 49 y 48. 2 y 1 y MIN

Press AMP MENU.

This function is available only when the Control for HDMI function is set to on. This function is not available when the output method changes from the stand speaker to the TV speaker.
Press ?/1 to turn on the stand.
The sound is output from the speaker of the stand. The sound is output from the TV's speaker when you turn the stand off.
When the TV is turned on before this stand is turned on, the TV sound will not be output for a moment. When you connect a TV that does not have System Audio Control function, the System Audio Control function does not work.
We recommend that you set the maximum volume level to a little lower than the volume you usually listen to. Regardless of the maximum volume level you set, the VOLUME +/ button of the stand and the remote is operable. If you do not want to limit the maximum volume level, select MAX.
You can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of the stand using the TV remote.
Turning off the stand, TV and the connected compornents

(System Power Off)

When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TVs remote, the stand and the connected components turns off automatically.
Using the power saving function
If a BRAVIA Sync-compatible TV is connected to the stand, and the stand is in active standby mode, if the TV is turned off, HDMI signal transmission stops, and power consumption is reduced.
If the TV is turned off and enters standby mode, the power consumption of the stand will be reduced when the power saving function is on.

Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
If PROTECTOR and PUSH POWER appears alternately in the front panel display.

Connected components

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound no matter which component is selected.
Press ?/1 to turn off the stand, and check the following item after STANDBY disappears. Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the stand? After checking the above item and fixing any problems, turn on the stand. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking the above item, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Dolby Digital or DTS multi-channel sound is not reproduced.
Check that this stand and components are connected correctly and securely. Check that both this stand and the selected component are turned on.
There is no sound from the selected component.
Check that the playing Blu-ray Disc, DVD, etc., is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format. When connecting the Blu-ray Disc, DVD player, etc., to the digital input jacks of this stand, check that audio setting (settings for the audio output) of the connected component.
The surround effect cannot be obtained.
Check that the component is connected correctly to the audio input jacks for that component. Check that the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the component and this stand. Check that the component is selected correctly.
Sound is interrupted or there is noise.
Check Formats supported by this stand (page 43).
No image appears on the TV.
Depending on the digital signal, the surround processing may not work (page 27).
Check that the TV is selected correctly. Set the TV to the appropriate input mode. Check the HDMI connection. Check that the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the component and this stand.

Control for HDMI

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the BRAVIA Sync, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
The Control for HDMI function does not work.
The stand is turned off when you turn off the TV.
When the Control for HDMI function is on, the System Power Off function is active, and the stand is turned off when you turn off the TV.
An image does not appear on the TV.
Check the HDMI connection (page 13). Make sure CTRL: HDMI is set to ON in AMP menu. Make sure the connected component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function. Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected component. See the operating instructions supplied of the connected component. If you change the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), or there is a power failure, repeat the procedures of BRAVIA Sync Features (page 30). The stand may not work correctly if you select a component that is not compatible with the Control for HDMI function on the TV side.

No sound is output from the stand and TV speaker.
Check whether HDMI IN and HDMI OUT are connected in reverse.
When the stand is in standby mode, there is no image or sound on the TV.
When the stand is in standby mode, image and sound are output from the HDMI component selected the last time you turned off the stand. If you are enjoying other component, play the component and perform the One-Touch Play operation, or turn on the stand to select the HDMI component you want to enjoy. Make sure POWER SAVE is set to OFF in the AMP menu if you connect components not compatible with the BRAVIA Sync to the stand (page 34).
The remote does not function.
Check the volume of the stand and the TV. Select the input of the stand correctly.
The sound is output from both the stand and the TV.
If the Control for HDMI function is set to off, or the selected component is not compatible with the Control for HDMI function, turn off the sound of the stand or the TV.
The System Power Off function does not work.
Point the remote at the remote sensor on the stand. Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the stand. Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.
The volume turns down when the output method changes from the TV speaker to the stand speaker.
Change the setting of the TV to turn connected components off automatically when you turn off the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
The Volume Limit function is working. For details, refer to Using the Volume Limit function (page 33).
If the stand still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the stand as follows:
Use buttons on the stand for the operation.

Specifications

Press ?/1 to turn on the power. Press ?/1 while pressing INPUT SELECTOR and VOLUME.
COLD RESET appears and the stand is reset. AMP menu, sound field etc., return to the default settings.

Dimensions: mm (approx.)

Adjustable shelf dimensions*: mm (approx.) Mass: kg
* The shelf board can be installed at three levels (1, 2 or 3).
Formats supported by this stand
Digital input formats supported by this stand are as follows.
Format Supported/Not supported
FM tuner section Tuning range

Dolby Digital DTS Linear PCM-2ch* Linear PCM-7.1ch 48k* (Only on HDMI) Linear PCM-7.1ch 96k Dolby Digital Plus Dolby True HD DTS-HD

a a a a

87.5 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step) Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz AM tuner section Tuning range 531 kHz 1,602 kHz (with the interval set at 9 kHz) Antenna (aerial) AM loop antenna (aerial) Intermediate frequency 450 kHz

HDMI section

Connector Video inputs/outputs HDMI 19pin-standard connector SAT/CATV, DVD, BD: 640 480p@60 Hz 720 480p@59.94/60 Hz 1280 720p@59.94/60 Hz 1920 1080i@59.94/60 Hz 1920 1080p@59.94/60 Hz 720 576p@50 Hz 1280 720p@50 Hz 1920 1080i@50 Hz 1920 1080p@50 Hz 1920 1080p@24 Hz SAT/CATV, DVD, BD: Linear PCM 7.1ch/ Dolby Digital/DTS
* Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of no more than 48 kHz.

Amplifier section

Rated Output Power Stereo mode Reference Output Power Surround mode (per channel) 50 W + 50 W, 6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD less than 1 % Front: 70 W/ch, 6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10 % Center*: 70 W, 3 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10 % Surround*: 70 W/ch, 6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10 % Subwoofer: 120 W, 3 ohms, 100 Hz ,THD 10 % Audio inputs
Speakers Front speaker unit
Speaker system Speaker unit Full range, Bass reflex 50 mm, cone type
* Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.

Center speaker unit

Speaker system Speaker unit Full range, Acoustic suspension 35 mm, cone type 3
Inputs (Analog) TV Inputs (Digital) TV, DVD SAT/CATV
Sensitivity: 450 mV Impedance: 30 kohms Optical Coaxial, optical

Surround speaker unit

Tuner section
System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer

Subwoofer unit

Speaker system Speaker unit Subwoofer, Bass reflex 100 mm, cone type 2
Power requirements V, 50/60 Hz

Glossary

Dolby Digital
Power consumption On: 110 W Active Standby (power saving function is on and the TV connected to the stand is in standby mode): 0.5 W or less Standby (Control for HDMI is off): 0.3 W or less Dimensions (approx.) 1,400 mm (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 49 kg

Optical cable (1) Remote commander (RM-ANU032) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Screw for the support belt (1) Cable ties (2) Shelf board (1) Shelf support pins (4) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) AM loop antenna (aerial) (1) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Standby power consumption 0.3 W. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards. Over 85 % power efficiency of amplifier block is achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.
This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround speakers output stereo sound with an expanded frequency range, and a subwoofer channel for deep bass is independently provided. This format is also called 5.1 with the subwoofer channel designed as the 0.1 channel (since it functions only when a deep bass effect is needed). All six channels in this format are recorded separately for superior channel separation. Furthermore, since all the signals are processed digitally, less signal degradation occurs.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
Digital audio compression technology developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format comprises of stereo rear channel and there is discrete subwoofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio. The good channel separation is realized due to the all channel data being recorded discretely and processed in digitally.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
A method of converting analog audio to digital audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.
S-Force PRO Front Surround

S-Master

S-Master is an all-digital amplifier technology developed by Sony, which effectively minimizes the occurrence of sound fragmentation and jitter, delivering superb dialog clarity and faithful reproduction of the original sound. The compact amplifier section supports a higher power efficiency and improved thermal performance.