3-299-270-21(2) Home Theatre System Operating Instructions HT-IS100 ©2008 Sony Corporation
3 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
Copyrights This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
and picture quality may suffer. This is especially likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend using an outdoor antenna.) • Use caution when placing the system on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result. On operation Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the system.
Table of Contents Precautions ...............................................3 Getting Started Supplied Accessories ...............................6 Step 1: Positioning the Speakers..............7 Step 2: Connecting the Speakers............15 Step 3a: Connecting the Components with HDMI Jacks .....................................16 Step 3b: Connecting the Components without HDMI Jacks........................18 Step 4: Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) .........................................................
Getting Started Supplied Accessories Please check the following accessories in the package. Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. Remote commander (RM-AAU035) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Optical cable (2.
Using the subwoofer efficiently To reinforce the bass sound, place the subwoofer possible close to a wall. For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (1). Sony recommends that the subwoofer should be placed (2). Close to a wall Place speakers and subwoofer as illustrated below.
• Do not place objects on the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed. • Do not place the subwoofer back of the obstruction, such as TV, etc. Middle range sound will fall. TV, etc. • Do not place the subwoofer under a desk or in a cabinet, etc. Notes • Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
Notes on handling the subwoofer Getting Started • Place a soft cloth under the subwoofer when you lay the subwoofer down for connection. • Do not place your hand into the slit of the subwoofer when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged. When lifting, hold the bottom of the subwoofer. Slits • Do not push the top of the subwoofer where the speaker unit is installed.
Installing the speakers on a wall 1 2 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes of the bracket. Secure the bracket to the wall using hole 1. 1 2 3 4 Tip • To prevent the speaker from rotating, use the hole 2, too. 3 Remove the rear cap using the wrench (supplied), and remove the speaker pedestal using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied).
4 Push A with the supplied wrench (1), and then remove the speaker cords (2). Getting Started (2) (1) A When the lever is down, the speaker cords are locked. 5 When the lever is up, the speaker cords can be removed. Thread the speaker cords through hole 3. 3 6 Reconnect the detached speaker cords, matching 3/# to the appropriate speaker terminals (1), and then push the lever down completely (2). (2) (1) 3 # Tip • If it is difficult to push the lever down, use the wrench (supplied).
7 Reattach the rear cap using the wrench (supplied). 8 Secure the speaker to the bracket with the screw in step 3 using hole 4. 4 Notes • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.
About the center speaker 1 Remove the remote commander receiver using a screwdriver (+) (not supplied). 2 Secure the speaker with the screw. To use the center speaker and remote commander receiver separately. Center speaker Extra speaker pedestal (supplied) Screw in step 1 To install the remote commander receiver on a wall.
Tip • You can remove the speaker cords from the connector. With the catch facing down, press and hold the connector down against a flat surface (1) and remove the speaker cords from the connector (2). (1) (2) Catch Note • When you reconnect the speaker cords to the connector, be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate speaker terminals: 3 to +, and # to –. Connect the cord with white letters or lines (to which a black tube is also attached on one side) to –.
Step 2: Connecting the Speakers Center Front right Front left speaker speaker speaker Remote commander receiver Speaker cords Green White Red BD IN DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT FM IR IN DMPORT VIDEO IN DVD IN IR-R100 SAT IN Bottom of the subwoofer MONITOR OUT AM Y 75 COAXIAL IR OUT1 IR OUT2 ECM-AC2 VIDEO HDMI ANTENNA IR REMOTE OPTICAL DC 5V 0.
Step 3a: Connecting the Components with HDMI Jacks Sony recommends that you connect components to the system using an HDMI cable. With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quality images. However, it is necessary to connect the audio output of the TV to the audio input of the system using an optical cable in order to listen to the TV’s sound from the system. For details on the Control for HDMI function, see ““BRAVIA” Sync features” (page 41).
Notes Notes on HDMI connections • You can enjoy high quality images using an HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. Sony recommends 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.
Step 3b: Connecting the Components without HDMI Jacks When you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, VCR, etc., that has no HDMI jacks, you can choose the connecting combination of the system. This subwoofer is equipped with a function for converting video signals. For details, see “Function for Conversion of Video Signals” (page 29). Connecting a TV monitor The image from a visual component connected to this subwoofer can be displayed on a TV monitor, projector, etc.
Connecting a DVD player (recorder) The following illustration shows how to connect a DVD player (recorder). You can reassign the digital audio input using the ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SAT IN jack. For details, see “Reassigning the digital audio input” (page 64).
Connecting a satellite tuner The following illustration shows how to connect a satellite tuner. If the satellite tuner does not have an OPTICAL OUT jack, connect the system using the COAXIAL SAT IN jack.
Connecting a VCR VCR Video signal Audio signal A BD IN DVD IN B TV OUT SAT IN FM IR IN DMPORT IR-R100 VIDEO IN DVD IN SAT IN AM OPTICAL Y PB/ CB L ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL DC 5V 0.
Step 4: Connecting the Antenna (Aerial) Connecting the AM loop antenna (aerial) The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the antenna (aerial). 1 2 3 Remove only the loop part from the plastic stand. Set up the AM loop antenna (aerial). Connect the cords to the AM antenna (aerial) terminals. The cords can be connected to either terminal. Bottom of the subwoofer Insert the cords by pushing down the terminal clamp.
Connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial) Getting Started Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack. FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Bottom of the subwoofer BD IN DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT FM IR IN IR-R100 AM 75 COAXIAL IR OUT1 IR OUT2 ECM-AC2 DMPORT OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL DC 5V 0.
Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead) Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the speakers to the subwoofer (page 15). Rear of the subwoofer To a wall outlet (mains) AC power cord (mains lead) Note • After connecting the AC power cord (mains lead), wait about 20 seconds before turning on the power by pressing "/1.
Before performing the Auto Calibration Bottom of the subwoofer DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT FM IR IN DMPORT IR-R100 VIDEO IN DVD IN SAT IN MONITOR OUT AM Y 75 COAXIAL IR OUT1 IR OUT2 ECM-AC2 VIDEO HDMI ANTENNA IR REMOTE OPTICAL DC 5V 0.
4 Performing the Auto Calibration TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 ANALOG DIGITAL Input buttons F2 A/B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NIGHT MODE CLEAR 0 ENTER F C, X, x, c, G g f MENU/HOME RETURN/EXIT TV CH TV CH + PRESET PRESET + < < . > TUNING m M X x Press ?/1. The system turns on.
1 Item Explanation ERROR F 33 The front speakers are not connected. Check that the front speakers are connected properly. ERROR SR 33 Either the surround left or surround right speaker is not connected. Check that the surround speakers are connected properly. ERROR SW 33 The subwoofer may be damaged. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Confirm the measurement result.
When you select “DIST INFO” or “LEVEL INFO” You can check the speaker distance or speaker level. Note • The measurement result of a speaker will not appear if the subwoofer does not recognize that the speaker is connected. After you have finished Disconnect the calibration mic from the subwoofer. Note • If you have changed the position of the speakers, Sony recommends that you perform the Auto Calibration again in order to enjoy the surround sound.
Function for Conversion of Video Signals In the video input/output conversion table of the subwoofer Input signals A Bottom of the subwoofer B Output signals BD IN DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT FM DMPORT IR-R100 TV IN DVD IN SAT IN DIGITAL CENTER HDMI IN A SAT IN MONITOR OUT Y ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL SPEAKER OUTPUT jack DVD IN AM OPTICAL DC 5V 0.
Connecting the Other Components To connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter You can enjoy sound from a component connected to the subwoofer, using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter. BD IN DVD IN TV OUT SAT IN FM IR IN DMPORT IR-R100 VIDEO IN DVD IN SAT IN AM OPTICAL Y PB/ CB L ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL DC 5V 0.
To use the wireless system BD IN DVD IN TV OUT SAT IN FM IR IN DMPORT IR-R100 VIDEO IN DVD IN SAT IN Bottom of the subwoofer MONITOR OUT AM Y 75 COAXIAL IR OUT1 IR OUT2 ECM-AC2 VIDEO HDMI ANTENNA IR REMOTE OPTICAL DC 5V 0.
Playback Options Index to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses. Top panel INPUT SELECTOR - PRESET + - VOLUME + POWER/ ACTIVE STANDBY A POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY Green: the system turns on. Amber: the Control for HDMI function or the S-AIR STANDBY MODE function is working while the system is turned off. No light: the system is turned off, and the Control for HDMI function and the S-AIR STANDBY MODE function is not working.
About the indications in the top panel display Playback Options A Lights up according to the audio input signals. B SLEEP (62) Flashes when the Sleep Timer function is active. C NIGHT (40) Lights up when the night mode is on. D COAX/OPT Lights up according to the coaxial or optical signal being input. E TUNED (46) Lights up when a radio station is received. F ST/MONO (47) Lights up according to the stereo or monaural status of the radio. G Displays system’s status. Radio frequency, sound field, etc.
A ?/1 (on/standby) Remote control Press to turn the system on or off. Here describes the buttons for amplifier operation only. See page 50 for the buttons for operation of the connected components. To save the power in standby mode Press ?/1 while the system turns on. To enter power saving mode, make sure that the system is in the following status. – “CTRL: HDMI” is set to “CTRL OFF” (page 41). – “S-AIR STBY” is set to “STBY OFF” (page 71). To cancel standby mode, press ?/1 once.
1 Enjoying TV For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT F1 ANALOG DIGITAL 2 3 4 5 6 F2 TONE NIGHT MODE 7 8 9 CLEAR 0 ENTER AMP MENU TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY F G Press TV (white) on the remote. Adjust the volume of the system. • When you connect a Sony TV, the audio input of the TV is switched and the image from the TV tuner is displayed on the TV screen automatically by pressing the TV (white) button.
Enjoying a satellite tuner Enjoying Other Components TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE 1 For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. 2 ?/1 ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV SOUND FIELD BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 ANALOG DIGITAL Input buttons 2 3 4 5 6 5 TONE 8 0 Change the TV input. Adjust the volume of the system. Tip • The sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In this case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down to the minimum.
Enjoying a VCR Turn on the TV. Turn the VCR player and the system on. Playback Options 1 2 3 4 Press VIDEO on the remote. Change the TV input. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. 5 Play back the tape on the VCR. Enjoying a connected component through DMPORT connection 1 2 Press DMPORT on the remote. Start playback of the connected component. Tip • When listening to MP3 or other compressed music files using a portable audio source, you can enhance the sound.
Enjoying Surround Sound Using Sound Field Surround Functions Enjoying the Surround Effects Selecting the sound field This system can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields from the system’s preprogrammed sound fields. Press SOUND FIELD. The present sound field appears. Each time you press the SOUND FIELD button, the display changes cyclically as follows: A.F.D. STD t A.F.D. MULTI t PLII MOVIE t PLII MUSIC t SPORTS t NEWS t P. AUDIO t OMNI-DIR t A.F.D.
Outputting the sound from multiple speakers Enjoying the sound effects x AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI This mode lets you enjoy audio playback of all types of discs from multiple speakers. This mode produces clear play-by-play commentary and realistic sound with surround effects, such as cheering, etc. Notes x NEWS This mode produces the clear announcer’s voice. x PORTABLE AUDIO ENHANCER This mode reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable audio device.
Adjusting the Bass, Middle, and Treble Level You can adjust the bass, middle, and treble level easily. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE Enjoying the Movies at Night You can enjoy sound effects or dialog, as you would in a movie theatre, even at low volume. It is useful for watching movies at night.
“BRAVIA” Sync features What is “BRAVIA” Sync? To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for HDMI function to on for the system and the connected component. When you connect a Sony TV with the Control for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI function for the system and the connected component can be set simultaneously by setting the Control for HDMI function of the TV.
3 4 Select the input of the system connected to the component you want to watch (BD, DVD, SAT), and switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that an image from the connected component is displayed. Set the Control for HDMI function of the TV to on. The Control for HDMI function for the system and the connected component is simultaneously set to on. During the setting, “SCANNING” appears in the top panel display. After you finish the setting, “COMPLETE” appears in the top panel display.
Enjoying a Blu-ray Disc/ DVD Enjoying the TV sound from the Speakers (One-Touch Play) (System Audio Control) Play back a connected component. You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of the system by means of a simple operation. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. Note • Depending on the TV, the start of the content may not be output.
Using the Volume Limit function Using the input buttons of the remote When the System Audio Control function is active, and the output method changes from the TV speaker to the system speaker automatically, loud sound may be output depending on the volume level of the system. You can prevent this by limiting the maximum volume level. The input buttons (TV (white), BD, DVD, SAT, VIDEO, DMPORT) work as follows when the Control for HDMI function is set to on.
Turning off the TV, System, and Connected Components (System Power Off) TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD “BRAVIA” Sync features When you turn the TV off by using the power button on the TV’s remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically. Also, when you turn the TV off by using the system’s remote, the system and the connected components turn off automatically.
5 Press . A preset number appears in the top panel display. Tuner Functions Presetting Radio Stations You can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn the volume down to minimum. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE 6 Press X/x to select the preset number you want. ?/1 Tip SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons.
Listening to the Radio Preset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting Radio Stations” (page 46)). TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 ANALOG DIGITAL 2 TUNER/ BAND 3 TONE 4 5 6 7 8 9 CLEAR 0 ENTER NIGHT MODE C, X, x, c, TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY If an FM program is noisy If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception.
Naming preset stations You can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the top panel display when a station is selected. Note that no more than one name can be entered for each preset station. 1 3 4 5 6 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to select the preset station you want to create an index name for. Press MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “Name In?” appears in the top panel display. Press . Create a name by using C/X/x/c.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (Except for Australian models) What is the Radio Data System? Tuner Functions The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display. RDS is available only for FM stations.
To control the component 1 Advanced Settings Controlling the Connected Sony Components with the Remote You can control connected Sony components with the remote of this system. Some functions cannot be selected depending on the component. In that case, select them using the remote control of the component. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE Press one of the input buttons 3 (TV, BD, DVD, or SAT) to select the component you want to operate. The component assigned to the selected input button becomes operable.
Remote Button Function Remote Button Function 8 TOOLS/ OPTIONS Enables you to access various viewing options and change/make adjustments according to the source and screen format. wh THEATRE Automatically sets the optimal picture settings for watching movies, when you connect a Sony TV which is compatible with the THEATRE button.
To control the DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player To control the SAT Remote Button Function 6 qa MENU/HOME Displays the MENU. qa MENU/HOME Displays the MENU. qs • , Jumps forward. ql C, X, x, c, qd ./> Skips chapters. Selects a menu item and enters the selection. qf m/M To fast reverse or to fast forward the disc when pressed during playback. qg H (playback)/X Play mode buttons. (pause, press again to resume normal playback)/x (stop) qj < • Jumps backward.
Changing the Input Button Assignments of the Remote You can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system. For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc player to the DVD jack on the system, you can set the DVD button on this remote to control the Blu-ray Disc player. You cannot assign any component other than a TV to the TV (white) button of the remote.
Settings and Adjustments Using the Amplifier Menu AUDIO Using the AMP menu You can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote. The default settings are underlined. SET HDMI1) A. CAL MENU3) SP SETUP LEVEL 54GB CTRL: HDMI CTRL ON CTRL OFF VOL LIMIT2) MAX, 49, 48…..2, 1, MIN CUSTOMIZE A. ASSIGN ANALOG VD ANALOG TV ANALOG SAT ANALOG DVD ANALOG BD D. ASSIGN COAX SAT COAX DVD DUAL MONO MAIN SUB MAIN+SUB A/V SYNC4) SYNC OFF, 1, 2, …..20 AUDIO DRC DRC MAX DRC STD DRC OFF A.
5) 1 2 3 This setting appears only when you insert the S-AIR transmitter (not supplied). Press AMP MENU to turn on the AMP menu. Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the item and the setting. Setting the speaker connection To obtain the best possible surround sound, you can set the connection of the center and surround speakers. Press AMP MENU to turn off the AMP menu. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV The following pages show details for each setting.
Notes Setting the speaker distance To obtain the best possible surround sound, you can set the speaker distance from your listening position. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE • “CNT DIST” does not appear when you set “CENTER NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting. • “SR DIST” and “SL DIST” do not appear when you set “SUR NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting. 4 ?/1 Default setting: 3m 0cm. The adjustment range is 0m 0cm to 7m 0cm. SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD Press x/X to set the parameter, then press or C.
• SR LEVEL: adjusts the surround right speaker level. • SL LEVEL: adjusts the surround left speaker level. • SW LEVEL: adjusts the subwoofer level. Setting the speaker level You can use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the speakers. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 Notes • “CNT LEVEL” does not appear when you set “CENTER NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting. • “SR LEVEL” and “SL LEVEL” do not appear when you set “SUR NO” in the “SP SETUP” setting.
• MAIN+SUB: main sound is output from the left speaker and sub sound is output from the right speaker. Enjoying multiplex broadcast sound (DUAL MONO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives an AC-3 multiplex broadcast signal. Note • To receive AC-3 signal, you need to connect a digital satellite tuner to the system with an optical cable or coaxial cable, and set the digital output mode of the digital satellite tuner to AC-3.
Adjusting the delay between the sound and the image (A/V SYNC) You can delay the sound using this function when the image is slower than the sound. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE Notes • You may not be able to adjust the delay between sound and image perfectly using this function. • This function is useful only for Dolby Digital, DTS and Linear PCM (2ch) input by optical and coaxial audio input signals.
Enjoying Dolby Digital sound at low volume (AUDIO DRC) You can compress the dynamic range of the sound track. AUDIO DRC is useful for watching movies at low volume. AUDIO DRC only applies to Dolby Digital sources.
Changing the brightness of the top panel display (DIMMER) Changing the display setting (DISPLAY) You can change the display setting. The brightness of the top panel display can be set to one of 2 levels.
5 Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. Using the sleep timer (SLEEP) You can set the system to turn off at a preset time when you sleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10 minutes decrements.
Note • This function is only for this system, not for the connected TV or other components. Reassigning the audio inputs Reassigning the analog audio input TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 ANALOG DIGITAL F2 A/B 1 2 3 4 5 6 TONE NIGHT MODE 7 8 9 CLEAR 0 ENTER AMP MENU AMP MENU TOOLS/ OPTIONS DISPLAY F C, X, x, c, G g f MENU/HOME RETURN/EXIT TV CH TV CH + PRESET PRESET + < < .
3 4 Press x/X repeatedly until “A. ASSIGN” appears, then press or c. Press x/X to select the audio input you want to reassign. • ANALOG VD: reassigns the analog audio input to the “VIDEO” function. • ANALOG TV: reassigns the analog audio input to the “TV” function. • ANALOG SAT: reassigns the analog audio input to the “SAT” function. • ANALOG DVD:reassigns the analog audio input to the “DVD” function. • ANALOG BD: reassigns the analog audio input to the “BD” function.
4 Press x/X to select the audio input you want to reassign. • COAX SAT: reassigns the coaxial audio input to the “SAT” function. • COAX DVD: reassigns the coaxial audio input to the “DVD” function. 5 Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. Using an S-AIR Product About S-AIR products The system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows sound transmission between the subwoofer and S-AIR product (not supplied).
2 Inserting the wireless transmitter/transceiver To make use of the S-AIR function, you need to insert the wireless transmitter (not supplied) into the subwoofer and the wireless transceiver (not supplied) into the S-AIR product. Insert the wireless transmitter. BD IN DVD IN TV OUT SAT IN FM IR IN IR-R100 VIDEO IN DVD IN SAT IN MONITOR OUT AM Y 75 COAXIAL IR OUT1 IR OUT2 ECM-AC2 DMPORT VIDEO HDMI ANTENNA IR REMOTE OPTICAL PB/ CB L ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL DC 5V 0.
3 Make sure to use the same screws to secure the wireless transmitter. BD IN DVD IN TV OUT SAT IN FM IR IN DMPORT VIDEO IN DVD IN IR-R100 OPTICAL MONITOR OUT Y ASSIGNABLE COAXIAL DC 5V 0.
4 5 6 Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR ID” appears, then press or c. Press x/X repeatedly to select the desired ID (A, B, or C). x When you perform pairing Before pairing, sound transmission is established by the ID (example). Your room Press AMP MENU. Neighbor S-AIR main unit A (this subwoofer) The AMP menu turns off. ID A To set the ID of the S-AIR product For details on setting the ID of the S-AIR product, refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR product.
4 5 6 Press x/X repeatedly until “S-AIR SET” appears, then press or c. Press x/X repeatedly until “PAIRING” appears, then press or c. Press x/X repeatedly to select the desired setting, then press or c. • START: the subwoofer starts pairing. • CONDITION: you can check the current ID. When the pairing setting is not made, “NO PAIRING” appears in the top panel display. 7 Start pairing of the S-AIR product. 8 Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off.
Note TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE • When “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM” is selected on the subwoofer, you can only select the same band for the tuner on the S-AIR product. ?/1 SYSTEM STANDBY TV BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT BD/DVD TOP MENU MENU F1 ANALOG DIGITAL 6 F2 The AMP menu turns off. A/B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TONE NIGHT MODE 7 8 9 CLEAR 0 ENTER AMP MENU TOOLS/ OPTIONS 8 F C, X, x, c, G g f MENU/HOME RETURN/EXIT TV CH TV CH + PRESET PRESET + < < .
Changing the channel for improved sound transmission If sound transmission is unstable, you can improve it by changing the “RF CHANGE” setting. The optimal setting differs depending on the usage environment. In most cases, you will not need to change this setting. TV ?/1 AV ?/1 THEATRE BD DVD SAT SOUND FIELD VIDEO TUNER/BAND DMPORT F1 ANALOG DIGITAL Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off.
• STBY OFF: you cannot enjoy the S-AIR product while the subwoofer is in standby mode. • STBY ON: you can enjoy the S-AIR product while the subwoofer is in standby mode or turned on. 5 Press AMP MENU. The AMP menu turns off. Notes • When you set “S-AIR STBY” to “STBY ON,” power consumption during standby mode increases. • The sound of the S-AIR product may be cut off when the subwoofer is operated.
Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. When bringing the system in for repairs, be sure to bring in the entire system. General The power is not turned on. • Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
• Check that the cords are fully inserted into the jacks on both the component and this system. • Check that the component is selected correctly. • If you resume playing a disc when volume is maximum, there may be no sound. In this case, turn down the volume, turn off the system and turn on again. Sound is interrupted or there is noise. • Check the output audio formats supported by this system (page 76). There is no picture or an unclear picture appears on the TV screen.
• The S-AIR product is turned off. Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected and turn on the S-AIR product. Other The remote does not function. • Check that the subwoofer and the remote commander receiver are connected correctly and securely. • Point the remote at the remote sensor ( ) on the remote commander receiver. • Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the remote commander receiver. • Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak.
HDMI section Specifications Connector Video inputs/outputs Formats supported by this system Digital input formats supported by this system are as follows. Format Supported/Not supported Dolby Digital a DTS a Linear PCM (2ch)* a Linear PCM (5.1ch, 7.1ch)* (Only on HDMI) a Dolby Digital Plus × Dolby True HD × DTS-HD × * Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of no more than 96 kHz. Amplifier section * Depending on the sound field settings and the source, there may be no sound output.
Speakers Front/Center/Surround (SS-IS15) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Speaker cords Full range speaker system 35 mm 10 ohms 45 × 55 × 40 mm (w/h/d) 0.07 kg 4.5 m × 2, 3 m × 1, 12 m × 2 Subwoofer (SA-WIS100) Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) 2 Way 2 Drivers Subwoofer speaker system 120 mm + 160 mm 4 ohms 238 × 441 × 434 mm (w/h/d) 14.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) A method of converting analog audio to digital audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound. S-AIR (Sony Audio Interactive Radio frequency) Recent times have seen the rapid spread of DVD media, Digital Broadcasting, and other highquality media.
Index A H A. ASSIGN 63 A. CAL CLEAR 28 A. CAL MENU 26, 28 A. CAL START 26 A/V SYNC 59 AMP menu 54 AUDIO 63, 64 AUDIO DRC 60 Auto Calibration 24 HDMI connecting 16 B M Blu-ray Disc player (recorder) connecting 16 “BRAVIA” Sync 41 MUTING 34 CENTER SP 55 CNT DIST 56 CNT LEVEL 57 CTRL: HDMI 42 CUSTOMIZE 58, 59, 60, 61, 62 Installing 7 L LEVEL 57 Additional Information C I N Naming preset stations 48 NIGHT MODE 40 P PAIRING 68 “PlayStation 3” connecting 16 Presetting radio stations 46 D D.
S S-AIR 65 S-AIR ID 67 S-AIR MODE 69 S-AIR SET 67, 69, 71 S-AIR STBY 71 Satellite tuner connecting 16, 20 SET HDMI 42, 44 SL DIST 56 SL LEVEL 57 Sleep timer 62 Sound field 38 SP SETUP 55, 56 Speakers level 57 Speakers setting 55, 56 SR DIST 56 SR LEVEL 57 SUR SP 55 SW DIST 56 SW LEVEL 57 T TEST TONE 57 TONE 40 V VCR connecting 21 VOL LIMIT 44 80GB
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